December 9, 2020

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‘Bharat Bandh’ evokes mixed response

NEW DELHI, DEC 8 (PTI): Farmers took the national centrestage on Tuesday as their call for a ‘Bharat Bandh’ to push for a repeal of the new agri laws disrupted life in myriad ways with shops closed, transport affected and protesters squatting on roads and train tracks in several places, though many states remained largely unaffected. At least 20 regional and national Opposition parties backed the call for the strike.

According to reports, the bandh was observed in around 10,000 places in 25 states. Emergency services were exempted and banks, too, continued operations as the pan-India shutdown, backed by most opposition parties and trade unions, rolled out noisily but peacefully with its impact felt in Punjab, Haryana and Delhi, the epicentre of the snowballing protests, as well as in states such as Odisha, Maharashtra and Bihar.

Security was stepped up, restive crowds demonstrated in some places and the numbers swelled at Delhi’s border points. Protesters also blocked railway tracks in places in West Bengal, Bihar and Odisha.

New height of Mount Everest 8,848.86 metres BEIJING, DEC 8 (AGENCIES): Mount Everest is higher than previously thought, Nepal and China said on Tuesday, settling a long-running conflict over the height of the world’s tallest peak that straddles their shared border.

Kathmandu and Beijing had differed over its exact height of Mount Everest but after each sent an expedition of surveyors to the summit they have agreed that the official height is 8,848.86 metres (29,031.69 feet), a bit more than their previous calculations.

Nepal had never previously measured the height of Mount Everest on its own but had used the 8,848 metres (29,028 feet) estimate made by the Survey of India in 1954 that includes snow.

The Foreign ministers of Nepal and China jointly certified the elevation of Mount Everest at 8,848.86 metres above sea level-- 86 cm higher than what was recognised since 1954.

Mountaineers had suggested a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in 2015 which killed nearly 9,000 people in Nepal may have altered the height of Everest.

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“Yes, I’m a rich farmer and a successful politician.

The farmers’ issue is good for me both ways.”

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Centre to come up with proposals today

Farmers block the highway during the ‘Bharat Bandh’ near Ghazipur border in Delhi, Tuesday. (PTI)

In Delhi, where most main markets were open, tension spiralled with the ruling Aam Aadmi Party alleging that Delhi Police had put chief minister Arvind Kejriwal under house arrest.

All India Kisan Sabha general secretary Hannan Mollah described the shutdown as a show of strength by the farmers. “We are standing by our demand that we want a complete repeal of the three laws and will not accept any cosmetic changes… If our demands are not met, we are ready to take our agitation to the next level,” Mollah said.

In several parts of the country, including in BJP-ruled Goa, Himachal

Pradesh, Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh, life continued unimpeded.

Over 50,000 government employees took mass casual leave in support of farmers, said Punjab Civil Secretariat Staff Association president Sukhchain Khaira.

In West Bengal, where the ruling Trinamool Congress joined the Congress and the Left in supporting the shutdown but stayed away from enforcing it, the response was mixed. Railway tracks were blocked in several places and there were sit-ins on major roads.

Life was hit in Bihar too with train tracks, highways and inner roads teeming with protesters as oppo-

sition parties extended their support. Train services were also affected in Odisha.

In the North East, the bandh evoked partial response. Banking across the North Eastern region were partially hit as some employees joined the shutdown, according to IANS report.

Flights and trains remained unaffected. In Assam, for instance, shops pulled down shutters, protesters blocked traffic and demonstrations were staged but most offices were functioning. Dozens of protesters were detained, officials said. Kerala’s Left government said it would move the Supreme Court against the three farm laws this week.

Centre government has assured the agitating farmers that it will incorporate the issues raised by them and come up with concrete proposals to amend the three farm Acts on Wednesday.

Addressing a group of reporters after agitating farmers’ meeting with Home Minister Amit Shah, general secretary of the All India Kisan Sabha Hannah Mollah said the central government assured to come up with a set of amendments to the contentious farm laws for farmer groups to consider.

After that, another round of discussions would be held. “As far as my information is concerned, the sixth round of meeting scheduled for December 9 stands cancelled now, as we will not wait for the Centre’s proposals,” Mollah said.

Oppn to meet President: Representatives from 24 political parties are expected to meet President Ram Nath Kovind on Wednesday evening to raise their concerns about the three farm laws.

Kaito inaugurates State’s first organic AC market

(4th from R) Kaito Aye with others after inaugurating the AC market. (NP)

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DIMAPUR, DEC 8 (NPN): State Agriculture & Cooperation minister, G. Kaito Aye inaugurated Nagaland’s first organic air condition (AC) market Tuesday at Nagaland State Agricultural Marketing Board complex, Agri Expo site Dimapur.

Addressing the inaugural programme, Aye said it was a red letter day for the state and the farmers, adding that it was just a beginning of a new vision to promote farmers and to lift the farmers community.

The minister urged the Agri and allied department and the producers to link with NSMB

for the success of the market and for the benefit of all section of the people.

While encouraging farmers to look beyond local and national market, Aye also called upon the departments to play active role and take advantage of the facilities and increase the production to become selfsufficient. The minister also unveiled the foundation stone for construction of the farmers hostel at the premises. Aye was hopeful that the hostel, which will accommodate over a hundred people, would be completed within a year.

Also speaking at the programme, State agriculture

production commissioner, Y Kikheto Sema asserted that it was time for the agri-allied sector to come together and focus on one mission-- sustainability of the people to become selfsufficient.

With barely any scope for large and medium scale industry in the state, Kikheto said that the only way out was to focus on Agri-allied sectors which would also generate employment opportunities. He also informed about setting up of a daily organic market within the complex.

In his brief report, NSAMB chief executive officer, G Ikuto Zhimomi said that the total project cost for the market was Rs. 948 lakhs, funded by Ministry of Agriculture and Framers Welfare under CSS (RKVY- additional grant 2018-19).

He said that the construction began in August 2019 and was scheduled to be completed

by April 2020. However, due to lockdown, the project was delayed and was completed only in (Cont’d on p-8) November.

Congress party workers during the candle light vigil in Dimapur on Tuesday. (NP)

like Ambani and Adani.

He lamented that farmers in Nagaland were still in the dark about the farm laws and the issues faced by farmers across the country.

Short speeches were

DAYO shocked at exclusion of Foothill Road from state road projects

DIMAPUR, DEC 8 (NPN): Dimapur Ao Youth Organisation (DAYO) has expressed shock by the fact that the state government introduced 14 National Highway projects totalling Rs.4127 crore but “confined only to certain geographical areas”, while ignoring the oldest and most important road connectivity- the Foothill Road- which cuts across various districts but bypassing Assam.

In a statement DAYO media cell stressed that the Foothill Road has assumed significance especially in recent times as 11 Naga tribes were subjected to “ransom” by some people in neighbouring Assam due to imposition of economic blockades as they were compelled to pass through Assam.

DAYO recalled that survey had been done for the Foothill Road for which construction began in 1974 but even after 46 years, nothing has come out of it. While appreciating the leaders of yesteryears for their vision to build such a magnanimous project, DAYO expressed pain that even after 57 years of statehood, many districts were at the mercy of others because of the incomplete

DIMAPUR, DEC 8 (NPN): In response to the nation-wide protest of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) against the Central government’s decision to allow practice of modern surgical procedures by Ayurveda doctors, the Nagaland In Service Doctors’ Association (NIDA) has decided to withdraw non-COVID and other non-essential medical services across the State on December 11 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

In a statement, NIDA president Dr. E. Phyantsuthung and joint secretary Dr. Thomas Keppen, however, said that Covid related medical services and other emergency services will be functional.

It may be recalled that the Central Council of Indian Medicine– the regulatory body for the study and practice of Ayurveda in India – amended the Indian Medicine Central Council (Post Graduate Ayurveda Education) Regulations, 2016, to include the regulation to permit post-graduate students of Ayurveda to receive training and practice of “shalya” and “shalakya”. While shalya refers to general surgery, shalakya is related to diseases of the ear, nose, throat, head, eye, and oro-dentistry.

“It is nothing but a blatant attempt at mixopathy and Khichdification of medical education and practice,” the Indian Medical Association said last week.

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from the farmers at cheap rates and selling the finished products at higher rates.

NPCK chairman, V Lasuh alleged that the Central government was being controlled by big corportates

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NIDA backs IMA’s December 11 protest

Bharat bandh: Cong stages candle light vigil in Dmu DIMAPUR, DEC 8 (NPN): Joining the ‘Bharat bandh’ called by famer unions to protest the Centre’s new farm laws, Nagaland Pradesh Kisan Congress (NPCK) organized a candle vigil at Dimapur district Congress bhavan office, Tuesday.

Addressing the gathering, Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) vice president, Jonathan Ao hit out at the PDA government for not speaking out on the issue of the farm bills. He, however, said that a revolution has begun starting from the farmers.

Jonathan was sceptical that future of India will be like that of the pre-Independent era, as corporates would be going to do the same thing which the British had done to India by forcefully buying raw materials

‘New height of Mt. Everest 8,848.86m’

also delivered by NPCC minority cell chairman Rajesh Sethi, DCC Dimapur president, Tsenthungo Lotha and Dimapur District Congress Committee vice president Kutoho.

Gov extends Terhünyi festival greetings DIMAPUR, DEC 8 (NPN): Nagaland Governor, R.N. Ravi has extended warm greetings to the Angami community and the people of Nagaland on the occasion of Terhünyi festival.

As the festival is about thanks giving to God for the bountiful harvest and good health to the people, the governor said it is also an opportunity for the youth to learn the rich culture and beautiful traditions of the Angamis.

He noted that generosity, benevolence, unity and forgiveness are some significant essence found in Terhünyi festival.

The governor wished all happiness, good health, prosperity and happy celebrations and urged all to celebrate the festival by following the Covid-19 protocols.

foothill road connectivity.

DAYO also lauded the Foothill Road Coordination Committee for its commendable job in restarting the project and also acknowledged the support of NPF-II under chief minister Neiphiu Rio for having sanctioned Rs.70 crore for the project.

However, it said the project has grounded due to lack of funds and continuing to leave affected districts at the mercy of other state(s).

DAYO also said it was astonishing that 48 MLAs representing the foothill road districts who travel by the road have chosen to remain silent when the state announced the 14 mega projects but excluded the foothill road project.

In this regard, DAYO urged the state government to accord top priority for completion of the foothill road at the earliest since only a short stretch remained incomplete. While also appreciating the resumption of the construction of the bridge over Doyang river, DAYO was hopeful that the project would be completed on time, which will benefit the people of Mon, Tuensang, Longleng, Mokokchung,

Zunheboto and Wokha districts from being constantly harassed while crossing Assam. DAYO cautioned that the silence of the people of the affected districts should not be taken as weakness but as patience and anticipation that the government would meet the hopes that the unfinished road works are completed at the earliest.

DAYO also placed on record the “philanthropic contribution” made by Ao Baptist Arogo Mungdang (ABAM) which donated Rs.36,56,282 towards early completion of the project.

DAYO pointed out that whatever be the amount donated, the state government cannot “choose to remain silent” when churches have come forward with money and prayer and fasting as early as August 14, for early completion of the project.

DAYO said while awaiting another mega project, the state government should also have the political will by sanctioning from its contingency fund to enable completion of motorable roads before the onset of monsoon, especially the recent Tsutapela gate blockade including the plight of the affected people.

NVBDCP allays fear of dengue in Dimapur ces were relatively low. She also said fogging activities and awareness campaigns on dengue were also undertaken at vulnerable localities.

NVBDCP also appealed all to remove water in all containers around the house such as flower pot bases, empty vessels, coolers, tyres, buckets etc since dengue mosquitoes breed in stagnant water in which eggs hatch in a week.

NVBDCP also advised that all water filled vessels and tanks be tightly covered besides removing any rubbish lying around plastic cups, old containers, tyres, coconut shells etc. and to inspect compound every week. It also advised all to sleep under mosquito nets during day/night and more care be given to pregnant women and children.

NVBDCP has advised those having high fever to immediately consult a doctor.

DIMAPUR, DEC 8 (NPN): National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) has sought to allay “fears of the public” over reports of Dengue positive cases reported in Dimapur by clarifying that out of eight samples of Dengue cases tested from January 2020 till date, only one has been tested positive for dengue.

In a statement, additional director & SPO, Dr. I. Talitemsula Jamir also clarified that confirmation of dengue positive is done only through Elisa test available in Dimapur District Hospital and NHAK Kohima.

She also said NVBDCP conducts vector study every month in and around Dimapur district and different indices are recorded that refer to number of dengue mosquito population.

Further the SPO said as of October and November study in Dimapur, the indi-

Nagaland COVID tally 11479 COVID-19 STATUS AS ON december 8, 2020 ACTIVE CASES Symptomatic AsympCritical-ICU District tomMod- Se- With- With On atic Mild erate vere out Oxy- VentiOxygen gen lator Dimapur 147 20 7 0 0 0 1 Kiphire 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 Kohima 336 11 6 0 4 0 0 Longleng 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mokokchung 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mon 24 0 0 0 0 0 0 Peren 15 2 0 0 0 0 0 Phek 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Tuensang 40 1 0 0 0 0 0

Death MiRecovunder Total Death gratered InvestiCases ed gation 5983 24 3102 9 116 565 463 44 195

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*7 deaths not due to Covid-19 *3 deaths under investigation

DIMAPUR, DEC 8 (NPN): Nagaland COVID19 tally mounted to 11479 after 61 new cases were reported on Tuesday-- 35 in Kohima, 22 in Dimapur and 2 each in Wokha and Zunheboto.

One more COVID-19 related death was reported.

Out of 70 deaths registered, 60 have died due to the

infection, 7 deaths are not COVID related while 3 deaths are under investigation.

P T I a d d s : I n d i a ’s COVID cases mounted to 97,03,770 with 26,567 new infections being reported in a day, while the death toll rose to 1,40,958 with 385 new fatalities, data updated by the ministry at 8 a.m. showed K Y M C

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urges government for priority KVKs conduct activities in Wokha, Kohima CNSA to foothill road construction

Farmers and officials during the programme held at Bhandari on December 5.

DIMAPUR: Krishi Vig ya n Ke n d r a ( K V K ) , Wokha conducted “World soil day-cum-far mer’s mela” on December 5 at Bhandari, while KVK Kohima held training for rural youths from December 1 to 7.

KVK Wokha: KVK Wokha in collaboration with department of Soil and Water Conservation, Wokha celebrated world soil day-cum-far mer’s mela on soil health card at town hall, Bhandari on December 5.

A press release by KVK Wokha stated that, special guest of the programme, Dr. Riku Khutso, EAC, Bhandari encouraged the farmers in making

soil health and biodiversity a priority.

During the keynote a d d r e s s, M e g o k h o n o Meyase, ACTO (horticulture), KVK, Wokha gave a brief introduction on the celebration and deliberated on the theme, “Keep soil alive, protect soil biodiversity”. Litemo Murr y, DSCO, Wokha and Santsu Kithan, DAO, Wokha highlighted on the importance of soil and soil health card. Thungchano Ezung, programme assistant (food technology), shared on the New Farm Bill 2020. In the technical session, Nzanbeni Jami, JSCO, Wokha demonstrated on the method of soil sampling and soil test-

ing procedures and the use of soil health card.

Earlier, welcome note was delivered by Chumbeni Odyuo, SDO (Sc), Bhandari and vote of thanks by Dr. Moaakum, ACTO (animal science).

Programme was attended by 58 participants including farmers and officials.

KVK Kohima: Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kohima in collaboration with Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Umiam, Meghalaya and National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Hyderabad, Telangana, organised a 6-day training programme under “skill training of ru-

DIMAPUR: Central Nagaland Student’s Association (CNSA) has urged the state government to give balanced priority and utmost attention to foothill road construction making it as trans- Nagaland road.

A press release by CNSA president Himato Yeptho and general secretary, Lipemo M. Tsopoe also extended unflinching support to Nagaland Foothill Road Coordination Committee (NFHRCC) in Rural youths with KVK officials at Tesophenyu. their endeavour to accomral youth (STRY)” on In- programmes had proved plish the project. Earlier tegrated Pest Management a track record of signifi(IPM) from December 1 to cantly reducing the risks 7 at conference hall, KVK related to pesticide usage office, Tesophenyu. while improving quality, A press release by health and welfare of the D I M A P U R : N S C N / KVK Kohima stated that, environment.

GPRN Naga Army has ACTO plant protection, Earlier, the inaugural informed public as a preKerukuolie Michael Pie- programme was chaired cautionary measure against nyu spoke on how farmers and invocated by support- any wayward cadre who in the state face substan- ing staff, Medzonkhe Seb have been found indulgtial losses in insect pest and the resource persons ing in extortion in various damage owing to lack of of the technical sessions establishments across Naawareness on effective pest were ACTO soil conserva- galand. management practices. tion, Zhiete, ACTO agronA press release by He pointed out that omy, Imtisenla and ACTO NSCN/GPRN-K through an estimate of 16.8% yield plant protection, Kerukuo- its MIP stated that, the “dislosses were incurred an- lie Michael Pienyu. owned cadres” have been nually as a result of insect 15 rural youths from terminated from the Naga pest attack in the country. Tesophenyu and Ziphenyu Army formation. It also Senior scientist and villages were trained. Bio- stated that ‘cpt.’ Boto Awohead, KVK Kohima, Dr. pesticides and certificates mi, who has been sent back Ruokuovilie Mezhatsu were distributed to all the to his parent organization, i.e, NSCN (R) as per the mentioned on how IPM participants.

DIMAPUR: Three books were released by NU vice chancellor prof. Pardeshi Lal at Lumami on December 8, in a programme

chaired by Dr. Kundan Kumar, KVK. A press release by NU Lumami stated that, two books titled “stories and

news in Brief STF meeting for COVID-19 vaccination: Principal secretary Health & Family Welfare, Amardeep Singh Bhatia has informed that there will be a State Task Force (STF) meeting for COVID-19 vaccination on December 10, 1 p.m at the IDSP conference hall, directorate of Health & Family Welfare, Kohima. All concerned officers have been requested to attend the meeting.

DPDB meeting Mon: Deputy commissioner, Mon Thavaseelan K informed that the Mon district planning and development board (DPDB) meeting will be held on December 15, 11 a.m at DC’s conference hall observing all SOPs. All the members have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

Lost and found: NSCN (I-M) UT has recovered one red two wheeler Bajaj Pulsar 200 NS bearing chassis number MD2136FY4KCG52722 and engine number JLYCKG22044. The rightful owner has been informed to claim it by producing the original documents within 7 days from date of this publication. For further information, one may contact at 7085596462.

rhymes for children” and “telling tales” was written

by Dr. Anthony V. Richa, dy. registrar, NU, while “life, love, death” was writ-

DIMAPUR: Water Resources department (WRD) organised training on office procedure for LDAs of Water Resources department at conference hall, chief engineer’s office, WRD, Kohima on December 8.

According to DIPR report, resource person for the training was under secretary of Law & Justice department, Andreas Ezung. Chief engineer, WRD, Er. Hotovi Ayemi, said that the LDAs act as an important pillar of the department and training was to equip the staff with necessary knowledge of office procedures.

Executive engineer, Er. Wapangnaro Imchen encouraged the trainees to learn, and said that knowledge of office procedures, file handling, drafting was essential for their day to day work, especially for newcomers.

Altogether 18 trainees from the Water Resources department were imparted training on office procedures.

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ten by prof. M.K. Sinha, Economics, NU. Releasing the book as chief guest, prof. Pardeshi Lal expressed gratitude to the two authors for their creative output. He highlighted the significance of holding the book release in the silver jubilee park which marks the creation of the university. He dwelt at length on the three books and hoped they would have a deep impact on the minds and thoughts of the readers.

Guests of honour at the programme prof. A.K. Singh, Political Science and Dr. Abemo, registrar, Nagaland University also delivered brief speeches.

Prof. A.K. Singh lauded the authors. Book was released in the presence of faculty, officers and administrative staff. Vote of thanks was delivered

by Peter Ki, PRO, NU Lumami.

Dimapur Police arrests extortionist DIMAPUR: Dimapur Police arrested one Aghato Sumi, 38 years while collecting illegal tax from business establishment at MP Road area, Dimapur on December 7. According to Police/PRO, cash amount of Rs. 6010 was recovered/ seized from his possession.

In this connection a case has been registered at East Police Station Dimapur.

anti-defection agreement between the NNPGs is still found to be engaged in intimidation and extortion activities in and around Kohima and Dimapur claiming to the NSCN/GPRN-K member. NSCN/GPRN therefore cautioned that no further warning shall be issued but punitive action will be taken immediately and “the NSCN (R) authority may also be notified of to immediately rein-in their

errant cadre.”

The terminated cadres are ‘capt’ Nyemlao of Chenmo village Konyak, ‘capt’ Hekai of Longson Wancho, ‘capt’ Thronkiuba of Shepong Yimchung, ‘2nd lieut’ Angmeang of Totk/Chingha Konyak, ‘2nd lieut’ Eangba of Pessao Konyak, ‘S/maj’ Khamhi of Longwa Konyak, ‘corp’ Chingkem of Totok Konyak and from civil, Panjan of Maihoa, Wancho.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The family members of Late R. Mapu Aier would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all those who stood by us at the untimely demise of our beloved husband, father and brother. Words are not enough to express our gratitude to all the neighbours, groups and organisations who helped us financially, morally and R. Mapu Aier through your prayers.

Born on 04-04-1952 – Died on 23-11-2020 May God continue to shower His blessings upon you all.

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Loving wife, children and family members

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7

LATE M. MHONTHUNG SHITIRI (Born: 30-07-1954, Died: 04-12-2020) Born : 10-10-1952 – Died : 01-12-2020

With profound grief, we, the family members of Lt. P. Neli Mao would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to all who stood by us and were with us during his illness and death through prayer, financially, materially and physically.

Though we are unable to thank each and everyone individually, we pray that God bless you all abundantly.

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WRD staff trained on ‘office procedure’

road would immensely help the people of Wokha, Mokokchung, Zunheboto and the larger eastern Naga areas to connect with the only commercial hub of the state, the CNSA stated that it would help the farmers to bring their produce to the market without having to cross other states.

CNSA also lauded the state government and the government of India for accelerating road connectivity in the state, for fuelling the economic security and safety of its citizens.

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Three books released by NU Lumami

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in November 2018, during its 3rd general conference in Wokha, the CNSA held a threadbare discussion on the viability of foothill road and resolved to extend fullest support and cooperation to NFHRCC for implementation and early completion of the road.

CNSA stated that foothill road was very vital for economic and social growth for the state of Nagaland as it shortens the travel and also help connect the larger part of the state.

Pointing out that this

Loving children, grandchildren & relatives

We, the family members of Late Mr. Mhonthung Shitiri wish to express our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to many friends and well wishers for your support and generosity following the sad loss of our dearest father. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement, as an expression of our deepest gratitude your help and kindness shown to us during this difficult time will never be forgotten.

Loving, wife and extended family.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT “I HAVE FOUGHT THE GOOD FIGHT, I HAVE FINISHED THE RACE, I HAVE KEPT THE FAITH”.

Late V. Khekiye Sema (Born on 1st April 1961 – Died on 2nd December 2020) We, the family members of Late V. Khekiye Sema would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to those who stood and supported us during his prolonged sickness until his last breath.

We offer our profound gratitude to our relatives, friends and well-wishers who supported us financially, morally and physically during this difficult times.

Our heartfelt gratitude to: • Dimapur Sumi Baptist Akukuhou.

• D.C Court Fellowship (DSBA) • Surumi Community.

• D.C Court Sumi Community, Dimapur.

• Kramsa Model Village.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

2 Timothy 4:7

We, the bereaved family members of Late NIHOVI. K. CHOPHI, would like to convey our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all our relatives, neighbors, friends, well wishers, individuals and organizations who had stood by us and shared our grief and sorrow and supported us physically, emotionally, financially, materially and spiritually during his brief illness and sad demise on 2nd December, 2020.

We would like to convey our special thanks to:* Church Staff of East Dimapur Sumi Baptist Akukuhou, Purana Bazar. * Dimapur Bengali Baptist Church. * Yehemi Community, Dimapur * East Dimapur Sumi Council, Purana Bazar. * Doctors, nurses and staff of CIHSR and Olive Hospital Dimapur. * HD Printing Press, Purana Bazar. * Mr. Lukheyi Achumi, GB Middle Colony Purana bazar. * Mrs. & Mr. Khevihe Chophi (Retd DC Judicial) and Family. * Mr. Kughaho Chophi (Retd Chief Engineer) * Mr. & Mrs. Akheto Yepthomi. * Nehemiah Prayer Home. * Mizpah Prayer Home.

We deeply regret our inability to acknowledge each and everyone individually but it is our prayer that our Almighty God will bless each and every one of you abundantly.

From Son, Daughters, Sons-in-law &Grand Children.

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LATE NIHOVI. K. CHOPHI Born – 05.06.1936 Died – 02.12.2020

We, the bereaved family members of Late L. Lisula Sangtam express our heartfelt gratitude to all individual and groups who stood by us through prayers, physically, materially and financially at the sad demise of our daughter on 5.12.2020 We would like to specially mention: 1. Doctors and nurses of Referral Hospital 2. Purana Bazaar Sangtam Baptist Church Dimapur.

3. Purana Bazaar Sangtam Baptist Church Women Ministry.

4. Yingphire Village Union Dimapur.

5. Sangtam Baptist Church Kohima.

6. Yingphire Union Kohima.

7. Seyochung Area Union Kohima.

8. Khetoi Village Baptist Church.

9. Yingphire Village Union, Kiphire Town.

10. Medical Ward, Kiphire Town.

11. Sangtam Baptist Church, Kiphire Town.

12. Yingphire Village Baptist Church.

It is with deep regret that we are unable to mention all names individually however it is our prayer that Almighty Lord bless each and everyone abundantly.

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potent ammunition for the opposition to hit the govt?  Yes.  No.  Can’t Say.

WEATHER FORECAST December 9

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Hazy sunshine

27 15

Hazy sunshine

23 10

Guwahati Hazy sunshine

27 15

Hazy sunshine

24 9

Aizawl Imphal

Itanagar Mostly sunny and nice

25 13

Shillong

Turning out cloudy

19 7

Kohima

A shower in the afternoon

20 9

Dimapur Mostly sunny and pleasant

26 13

Mkg

Partly sunny and nice

22 10

Tuensang Mostly sunny

17 6

Mostly sunny

21 12

Wokha

James Sangma holds meeting with State NPP unit

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Zunheboto Sunshine and patchy clouds

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DIMAPUR, DEC 8 (NPN): Meghalaya Law minister and National People’s Party (NPP) spokesperson and national general secretary James Sangma visited Dimapur and Karbi Anglong, where he held a review meeting with the NPP functionaries.

Addressing a press meet at Niathu Resort, Sangma said that NPP, as a party was North East centric and has always been propagating the need for North East to come together in order to voice out issues faced by the region.

He was of the view that only in the form of unity it would be able to bring about real change in the region. Sangma lamented that, for too long, the powers in Delhi had been taking decisions for the “so-called welfare of the Northeastern states”, without involving major stakeholders and proper public consultation about issues affecting the people of the region. The NPP on the other hand, by virtue of being a homegrown party, understands the pulse of the

James Sangma at the press meet on Tuesday at Dimapur. (NP)

people of the region. In the past, the party has actively voiced the concerns of the Northeast in Parliament, he added.

With regard to border disputes faced by Nagaland and Meghalaya with Assam, the minister opined any kind of dispute cannot be fought by taking a rigid stand, but is solvable if both sides of the party sit down and have a positive dialogue, be respectful and understand the sentiments of each other.

Also speaking at the meeting, Nagaland state unit president Andrew Ahoto stressed on the need for North East political parties to come together and

People’s festival celebrated at Khezhakeno

KYO members along with and other participants during the people’s festival at Khezhakeno village.

KOHIMA: Khezhakeno Youth Organisation (KYO) organized a one-day people’s festival-cumcultural day at Zhipfhemi community hall, Khezhakeno village on December 5.

A press release by KYO president, Senovielhou Koza stated the event was conducted to embolden and educate youngsters to be ambassadors of the rich heritage. Village council chairman Ichinyi, spoke on the importance of celebrating the rich and diverse culture. He appreci-

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ated the efforts and dedication of the youths for the welfare of the village and hoped that they would continue to create a sense of pride and honour by preserving the rich cultural heritage.

Earlier, programme was chaired by Tawochu Koza, invocation by Ngochinyi Koza, pastor KCRC Upper. Demonstration and showcase of culture were the highlights of the programme.

The annual event was mostly restricted to village youths, leaders and elders.

work for the welfare of the region, adding that his party was focused on uplifting the people of the region.

Ahoto also opined that if all members of parliament from the region stand together, they will be able to strongly voice out the concerns of the region at the Centre.

The minister while briefing about his visit to Karbi Anglong mentioned that that one of the political parties of Karbi Anglong-Peoples Party led by Rajan, formally merged with the NPP party on December 7.

He was optimistic that the merger will strengthen the party to work in Karbi Anglong.

The minister also informed that an Adhoc coordination committee was formed for Karbi-Anglong, where Nagaland unit general secretary Limayanger along with two vice presidents have been given charge to oversee the committee.

Sangma also inaugurated the NPP office at Diphu on December 7. He also informed that that NPP party will be contesting in the upcoming Assam assembly elections.

Nagaland Police crime report

DIMAPUR: Stepping up its proactive efforts to combat illegal activities, prevention and detection of crime across the state, Nagaland Police affected several arrests, recovery of stolen vehicles and seizures of contraband drugs, IMFLS, foreign made cigarettes, banned tobacco products during the period from November 3 to 17.

According to DIPR r e p o r t , s t o l e n ve h i c l e s seized by Police included one i-20 B/R No.NL07H 3356, one M/Bike B/R NO.NL02E4287.

The seized narcotic drugs, liquor and tobacco products included 593 litres of assorted IMFL, 10 kg ganja, 69 gm of brown sugar, 739 numbers of spasmoproxyvon tablets and other assorted dr ugs and also 15000 packets of illegal foreign made cigarettes and 400 packets of banned tobacco products. In this connection, a total of 24 persons have been arrested and action initiated against them as per legal provisions.

New DC bungalow inaugurated in Kiphire

DIMAPUR: Newly constructed deputy commissioner’s bungalow was inaugurated at Kiphire by advisor, NSDMA & CAWD, Kazheto Kinimi on December 8.

According to DIPR report, Kinimi in his speech said that this was a Christmas gift from the state government to the people of Kiphire and even though CAWD department constructed the bungalow, the building has now became the public property of entire Kiphire district. He also thanked the state government for providing the fund and the contractor for timely completion of the building.

Executive engineer, CAWD Er. Sungtiba Amer in his technical report said that the building was conceptualized during 2014-2015 with estimated cost of 360 lakhs and stipulated time of completion was 24 months.

Commissioner Nagaland, Rovilatuo Mor urged the public to continue to uphold, sustain and to maintain the image and dignity of the DC’s bungalow and office in the interest of the whole district. He opined that with the new DC and DC’s bungalow, Kiphire district will move forward with all those blessings. Short speeches were also delivered by minister V. Kashiho Sangtam and T. Yangseo Sangtam MLA, PungroKiphire. V Kashiho Sangtam mentioned that many offices and quarters in Pungro and ADC Seyochung were in deplorable conditions, so he urged them to look into the matter. Programme was chaired by Chumbenthung Merry, EAC Kiphire, dedicatory prayer by Dr. Apise, welcome address by DC Kiphire, Ajit Kumar Ranjan and vote of thanks by James T. Khulu SDO (C) Kiphire.

DPDB Zunheboto discusses on upgradation of police station

DC Zunheboto, Peter Lichamo chairing the DPDB meeting held on December 8. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Monthly district planning and development board (DPDB) meeting was held at town hall, Zunheboto on December 8, under the chairmanship of deputy commissioner and vice chairman DPDB, Peter Lichamo.

According to DIPR report, main agenda discussed at the meeting was upgradation of outpost Police Station to fully fledged Police Station at Atoizü town. Board was of the view that Atoizü being ADC headquarter

ANHTU appeals for release of pending salary

DIMAPUR: All Nagaland Hindi Teachers Union (ANHTU) has appealed Education department to release the pending salary for the months of September to November 2020.

An appeal to Education department by ANHTU president Ruchunlo Tep has urged the Education and Finance departments to prioritize the issue of the Hindi teachers appointed in the year 2012-2013. It stated that the irregular salary and hardships due to COVID-19 has doubled the problems of the teachers, whereby the ANHTU urged the concerned authorities to release pending salary before Christmas commences. It further asked for regular salary payment like other government employees of the state.

NPF minority wing Dimapur coordination meeting DIMAPUR: NPF Minority wing office bearers led by president held a coordination meeting with Kuzholuzo Azo Nienu, MLA, at his residence in Dimapur on December 5.

A press release by NPF central general secretary, Roshan Biswakarma stated that, Azo extended Christmas greetings to minority community people of Nagaland and said that NPF party was the best and friendly platform to work for all-round development in Nagaland. He also added that NPF was for political party worker from any community wherein all were treated equally with due respect.

Azo appreciated citizens of minority community in Nagaland for their wholehearted contribution in political and social field and assured his cooperation in any constructive social and political activities under NPF banner.

He also lauded the activities and functional systems of the senior members of minority wing.

President minority wing central, Bishnu Bhattacharjee, highlighted party activity

NPF minority wing members with Kuzholuzo Azo Nienu at the coordination meeting on December 5.

report of last one year and extended gratitude to all NPF MLAs led by T R Zeliang, leader of opposition and party president Dr. Shurhozelie and other party leaders. President also mentioned about social activities done during

SUMAN workshop conducted in Longleng, Phek

Participants with medical officials at the programme held at Longleng on DC Phek, Sachin Jaiswal speaking at the workshop on SUMAN held at DHP on December 8.

December 8.

DIMAPUR: Surakshit Matritva Aawasan (SUMAN) workshop was held at Longleng and Phek districts respectively on December 8. The scheme aims to provide dignified and quality health care at no cost to every woman and newborn with a vision to create a responsible health care system which strives to achieve zero maternal and infant deaths.

DHS Longleng: District Health Society (DHS) Longleng organised a one-day district level workshop on SUMAN at medical superintendent’s chamber on December 8.

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office district media officer, Roseline stated that, Dr Imnameren Phom DPO (RCH/ UIP) presented a powerpoint on SUMAN, where he spoke on the vision, goal, beneficiaries, objectives, attributes of a SUMAN compliant facility, beneficiaries of the scheme, broad pillars of the initiative, SUMAN service guarantee packages, entitlements under the scheme, notification of facilities under SUMAN, quality assurance under SUMAN, grievance redressal, maternal death reporting under SUMAN, community engagement under SUMAN. Dr Sungtiben Amlari

DPM (QA) gave a presentation on facility assessment checklist and Dr Ademla Tinu, Obst & Gynae DH Longleng, spoke on update of Laqshya programme, certification status, bottlenecks pertaining to specific check points, action points, Laqshya monthly indicators.

During the workshop, short speeches were delivered by deputy commissioner M Shayung Phom, chairman of district level committee for SUMAN, and Dr Obangjungla chief medical officer, member secretar y & convenor for SUMAN. Workshop was attended by all the members

and the law and order situation coming up occasionally in areas spreading to Asukuto town and other parts of the area, Atoizü deserved the upgradation proposed by the respective administrative head. The proposal was approved and recommended for further procedure. Earlier, the meeting reviewed the previous meeting’s agendas and introduction of new members. DC also requested the board members to clear off all the files before leaving for Christmas holidays.

of district level SUMAN committee. .DH Phek: In Phek, the workshop on SUMAN was held at District Hospital Phek (DHP) on December 8, attended by DC Phek, medical superintendent DHP, doctors & nurses of DHP, DPM and staff of NHM. A press release by NHM Phek district media officer, Kutolu Nakro stated that, DC Sachin Jaiswal expressed that for successful implementation of the scheme, convergence from allied departments, involvement of NGOs can play a big role in creating awareness.

He also directed the facility

assessment team to identify the strength and gaps of the existing facility. A brief powerpoint on SUMAN objectives, beneficiaries of the scheme and service packages was highlighted by Dr. Kolhitso Khalo DPO RCH/UIP. Presentations on DHP maternal and newborn health indicators performance and on facility assessment checklist under SUMAN were also presented by Dr. Tiala Longkumer and Sede DPM (NHM). A sensitisation programme for community leaders, allied departments and civil societies and volunteers is also being planned.

pandemic situation to needy people in village level.

Others who joined the meeting were Shahid Ahmed Barbhuyia president minority wing Dimapur division, Shiva Kumar BK, Roshan BK, Rajen Roy, Asad Ahmed, Puja

Das Paul, Kanai Lal Das and Rajuddin Taffadar.

Team of minority wing also visited residence of Dr Amos Lkr VP NPF & incharge minority wing central and held a short prayer for all party workers.

NSCN (I-M) central team holds meeting with LH DIMAPUR: Central team of senior NSCN/GPRN officials led by convenor steering committee held a meeting with Lotha Hoho (LH) at village chairman conference hall, Wokha town on December 4.

A press release by NSCN/ GPRN Lotha region caretaker CAO Chichamo Tsanglao stated that, convenor steering committee ‘major (retd)’ Hutovi Chishi, gave historical outline of the Naga national movement since its inception till the present day and the pivotal role being played by the NSCN. Recalling the many historical events that took place in Lotha territory and the key role played by many Lothas in the course of the Naga national struggle, he called upon the Lothas not to fall prey to the divisive forces at play. On “Framework Agreement (FA) and competencies”, steering committee executive member, V. Horam elaborated the contents of the FA and divulged the details envisaged by the NSCN in the final “solution” with the GoI. Speaker tatar hoho, Ashiho Asoumai, outlined the stance of the NSCN with regard to “reconciliation” and detailed compendium of journey of reconciliation initiated by the FNR was provided to the house.

On “Pan Naga Hoho”, the

convenor, ceasefire monitoring cell Kihoi Swu explained that taking into consideration the problem being faced by India in integrating all Naga inhabited areas under the dominion of the present state of India, the idea of a “Pan Naga Hoho” has been conceptualized to serve as platform for the promotion of common Naga interests until such time as physical integration of all Naga inhabited areas was made possible. Chairman LH informed the house of various grievances of the Lothas in general which were duly noted and acknowledged by the NSCN/GPRN officials. He further stated that there was no dispute on whatever had been apprised and that the Lotha people welcome and accept a solution that is honourable and acceptable for the Nagas in general.

Earlier, meeting was chaired

by Lotha Hoho (LH) chairman, Mhondamo Ovung, invocation by executive member LH Mhonlumo Humtsoe. The central team was led by the convenor, steering committee ‘major (retd)’ Hutovi Chishi comprised of the speaker tatar hoho Ashiho Asoumi, steering committee executive member V. Horam, convenor, ceasefire monitoring cell Kihoi Swu, defence secretary Er. Akaho Swu and PRO ‘colonel’ Vikato Achumi.

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AASU announces protest on Dec 12 against CAA

File photo of AASU’s protest against CAA. G U WA H AT I , D E C 8 (AGENCIES): The sounds of Doba (drum), sankha (conch shell), taal (clash cymbals) will once again echo in the atmosphere across the state on December 12 as the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) announced to re-launch its anti-Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) movement, reports Time8.in.

Termed it as ‘Gana Hoonkar’ (public roar), the student group along with 30 other indigenous groups of the state will observe the protest in every district seeking justice for the five persons killed during the anti CAA movements in the state and pressing for the

withdrawal of the citizenship amendment act.

AASU in a press statement said that the Centre had passed the CAA in the Parliament on December 11 in 2019 and from December 12 onwards, the people from across the state and country have intensified their protests against the law.

December 12 is the first anniversary of the enactment of the Act. AASU general secretary Shankar Jyoti Baruah said, “The BJP government’s brutality was seen when it not only imposed the anti- Assam law last year and killed five innocent persons when they protested against it. Their families

are yet to get justice and AASU will continue to seek justice for them and for the state.”

Five persons including a school student were killed in police firing. Curfew was imposed in the city and the state for the first time had witnessed an internet shutdown.

The CAA was passed in Rajya Sabha on December 11 last year and got the President’s assent on December 12.

Though Assam had witnessed massive anti CAA movements, the protests took a halt owing to the global pandemic of Covid 19 early this year.

On Monday, Assam’s heartthrob Zubeen Garg also announced to renew his anti CAA movements.

He said, “If the government tries to impose CAA upon us, then we will restart our movements again. Due to Covid19, however, the tactic might be different this time.”

The singer also announced that he won’t sing any song for any political party in the ensuing state polls of 2021.

northeast MNF wins 20 seats in 25member LADC Aizawl, Dec 8 (PTI): The ruling Mizo National Front (MNF) in Mizoram on Tuesday won the Lai Autonomous District Council (LADC) polls by winning 20 of its 25 seats, state election commission said.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) which contested 17 seats, and the Congress which fielded 14 nominees, won one seat each in the LADC in Mizoram’s Lawngtlai district. Of the three independent candidates who were declared elected, one was supported by the Congress. At least 72 candidates, including 16 independents, were in the fray for the LADC polls held on December 4. Of the 22 sitting members, who contested the polls, only 10, including the incumbent chief executive member (CEM) T Zakunga of the BJP and the sitting council chairman V Zirsanga of the MNF retained their seats. There are 12 new faces, while three former members are among the winners. In the LADC polls held in 2015, the Congress had crossed the majority mark with 16 seats, followed by the MNF which had managed to secure eight seats and one independent candidate was elected.

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Bharat Bandh call evokes partial response in NE Guwahati/Agartala, Dec 8 (IANS): The ‘Bharat Bandh’ called on Tuesday by the farmer unions over the contentious farm laws enacted by the Central government, evoked partial response in the northeastern states.

Banking operations across the northeastern region were partially hit as a section of bank employees joined the countrywide shutdown while another section joined their duties.

According to the officials, train and flight services in most northeastern states remained unaffected by the nationwide strike.

An official of the Northeast Frontier Railways (NFR) said in Guwahati the train services were unaffected in its jurisdictions though some picketers in a few places tried to halt the plying of passenger trains, but the security forces dispersed them.

The NFR operates fully and partially in six of the eight northeastern states, excluding Meghalaya and Sikkim, and in seven districts of West Bengal and five districts of north Bihar.

In Bharatiya Janata Party-ruled Assam, mar-

Bharat bandh in Tripura. kets, shops and business establishments were open in some places and closed in many parts, especially in the semi-urban and rural areas.

There were very few passenger vehicles on the roads. But many government offices functioned almost normally and schools and other educational institutions also remained open, though with very less attendance.

Trade union leader Biswajit Ghatak told the media in Guwahati that the ‘Bharat Bandh’ is total and spontaneous in most parts of Assam.

“In the morning, some

shops and markets were opened, but as the day progressed, the business establishments closed in support of the strike,” Ghatak claimed.

In another BJP ruled state Tripura, shops and markets were closed in some places, but were open in some sub-divisions, including capital city Agartala with fewer shoppers.

The number of private and passenger vehicles was less in operation.

All India Kisan Sabha leader and former parliamentarian Narayan Kar claimed that the ‘Bharat Bandh’ evoked a massive response everywhere as the

shops and markets were closed and most passenger and private vehicles went off the roads.

BJP spokesman Nabendu Bhattacherjee said the people outright rejected the shutdown everywhere.

The nationwide shutdown evoked very little response in other northeastern states, including Meghalaya and the BJP-ruled Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh.

Different parties, including the Congress and Left parties have extended their support to the farmers, who are agitating for repealing the new farm laws.

M’laya to re-open for tourists on Dec 21 Campaigning for second phase of BTC polls in Assam ends S hi l lo ng, D ec 8 : Tourists can spend their Christmas festive season in any part of Meghalaya, as the ‘abode of clouds’ will re-open for visitors from outside the State from December 21.

However, tourists having COVID-19 symptoms, even with a COVID negative report are advised not to visit the State as they will be mandatorily tested at the entry points as per protocols of the Health and Family Welfare Department. Also, those intending to visit Meghalaya must register on the Meghalaya Tourism App and generate an E-Invite for the proposed itinerary.

“We are reopening Tourism in Meghalaya for tourists from outside the State from December 21. To ensure the safety of everyone, registration through the @meghtourism app is made mandatory & SOPs are put in place,” Chief Minister Conrad Sangma tweeted.

Commissioner and Secretary Tourism, Dr. Vijay Kumar said registration with the state government will be mandatory for visitors as Meghalaya will re-open to tourists from outside from December 21 and the Tourism department has

notified a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for visiting Meghalaya from outside the State.

“The State Government has also made it mandatory for all the tourists to register on the Meghalaya Tourism App and generate an E-Invite for the proposed itinerary,” he informed.

The Meghalaya Tourism App is available on both the Google Play Store and the Apple Store https://play. google.com/store/apps/ details?id=com.xlayer.meg. gov.tourismfor Android and https://apps.apple.com/in/ app/meghalaya tourism/ id1524458250 for iOS. For any query, intending visitor can send message to phone number 8132011037) via WhatsApp or Text Message for a quick call back from Meghalaya Tourism Helpline Team (from 10 am – 8 pm on working days).

Moreover, the visitors will have to mandatorily book hotel, homestay or guest house accommodation for at least two nights’ stay- the first two nights and declaration of the complete itinerary for the E-Invite to be generated.

“If the tourist is staying as a guest at a family or friend’s place in Meghalaya, then the tourist shall

Suspected NLFT ultras kidnap three constructions workers

Aga rta l a , D ec 8 (PTI): Suspected insurgents of the banned National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) have kidnapped three construction workers from a village near the Indo-Bangla border in Dhalai district, police said on Tuesday.

The workers were engaged by NBCC for the erection of border fencing in the Maldapara village under Ganganagar police station of the district, about 140 km from here.

The kidnapped persons were identified as Subhash Bhowmik, JCB driver, Subal Debnath and Ganapati Tripura.

Police said a group of six insurgents armed with automatic weapons raided the construction site bordering Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) of the neighbouring country and took the three workers to Bangladesh on Monday.

Immediately after receiving the news of the kidnapping, Superintendent

of Police, Kishore Debbarma rushed to the spot with a huge contingent of police and Tripura State Rifles (TSR) and launched a search operation in the area.

In another incident, a 35-year-old trader, identified as Litan Nath was kidnapped at gunpoint on November 27 by suspected NLFT insurgents from Joyrampara, a remote tribal village along the TripuraMizoram inter-state border in North Tripura district, police said.

The ultras have demanded Rs 1.5 lakh as ransom for his release, they said.

Tripura Police and Mizoram Police have jointly launched a search operation to rescue the kidnapped trader.

The opposition CPI(M) in a statement condemned the incident and alleged that a BSF camp is situated within 200 metres of the border, but still, the persons were kidnapped.

declare the full address and contact details of the family or friend and the complete itinerary for the E-Invite to be generated,” Kumar said.

The services of Registered Tour Operators listed on the Meghalaya Tourism website and the Meghalaya Tourism App, can also be used to obtain an E-Invite.

“The process of entry is contactless. The E-Invite with QR Code on the mobile phone or a print out of the E-Invite with QR Code can be displayed at the entry points. An original copy of the COVID Negative report has to be also produced at the Entry Point,” Kumar added. It is also mandatory for tourists to come with a COVID Negative RT-PCR, TruNat, CBNAAT report which will be valid only if they were tested within 72 hours. However, RAT Negative Test is not valid for tourists.

“Given the prevailing COVID-19 situation, it is advised that tourists having symptoms should not travel.

Such symptomatic individuals, even with a COVID negative report, will be mandatorily tested at the Entry Points as per the protocols of the Health and Family Welfare Department,” the official SOP laid down.

G U WA H AT I , D E C 8 (PTI): Campaigning for the second phase of Bodo Territorial Council (BTC) elections, to 19 seats on December 10, ended on Tuesday evening.

BJP’s North East Democratic Alliance (NEDA) Convenor and state minister Himanta Biswa led a highdecibel campaign coupled with dozens of bike rallies, padyatras and public meetings for over a month.

Other top leaders, including Bodoland People’s Front (BPF)’s Hagrama Mohilary and United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL)’s Pramod Boro, too led a high-pitched campaign for the 19 constituencies spread across Kokrajhar and Chirang districts.

People were seen flouting the coronavirus safety regulations with most of them not wearing face covers, and huddling in groups, besides clicking selfies with their leaders.

Sarma, Mohilary and other political leaders were hardly seen wearing masks or following social distancing norms along with their followers during campaigning.

In the second phase of polling, 10,23,404 voters will decide the future of 111 candidates by exercising

their franchise across 1,407 polling stations in Kokrajhar and Chirang districts.

The much-awaited voting for the BTC began on Monday with over 77.01 per cent voters exercising their franchise in the first phase of polling for 21 seats in Udalguri and Baksa districts, where 130 candidates have contested.

The counting for both the phases will be held on December 12.

Out of the total 3,164 polling booths, the authorities have marked 606 as very sensitive and 1,266 as sensitive, and arranged tight security measures in those,

an ASEC official said.

The BTC was formed in 2003 and elections are being held since 2005.

The election to the 40member BTC was scheduled on April 4, but it was postponed indefinitely due to the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic. Subsequently, Assam Governor Jagdish Mukhi assumed administration of the Council on expiry of its five-year term on Apr 27, 2020.

Hagrama of the BPF led the campaign for his party, which is ruling the BTC since 2005 while its state ally BJP is pulling all gears to dethrone the BPF

PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR :: NAGALAND

Letter of Admn. 2/2020

NOTICE (SEC. 278 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925)

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 has been applied by Smti. Sohani Devi Jain, W/o Late Ratanlal Binaykia (Jain), R/o H.No. Jain Temple Road, Dimapur, Nagaland for issuing of Letter of Administration in respect of Late Ratanlal Binaykia (Jain) for landed property covered by Patta No. 238, Dag No. 303, Measuring - 00B-02K-00Ls located at Block-6, Mouza-1 before this court and whereas 08.01.2021 has been fixed for the hearing on the matter.

Notice is hereby given inviting objection if any from the person having interest in the above named application to be furnished on or before the fixed date/or appear in person.

Given under my hand and seal of the Court on 7th Dec. 2020.

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DIMAPUR, NAGALAND

NOTICE No. Rev-1/90-D/

Dt. Dimapur the 5th Nov. 2020

Notice is hereby given that Shri/Smti Eyingo Lotha resident of Dimapur who has applied for issued of mortgage clearance concerning to Patta No. 455, Dag No. 642/727 measuring an area 00-01-03 located at Block No/Village Naharbari, Mouza No. 3 which has been mortgage in the NIDC Ltd. Bank/Society.

Claims & Objection if any on the aforesaid land may be submitted in written in the Court of the undersigned on or before one week from the date publication in the paper.

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Deputy Commissioner Dimapur : Nagaland IN THE COURT OF

PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR :: NAGALAND

Letter of Admn. 5/2020

NOTICE (SEC. 278 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925)

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 has been applied by Shri. Pranit Ranjan Mazumdar, S/o Late Prabir Mazumdar, R/o H.No. 18, Westyard Colony, Dimapur, Nagaland for issuing of Letter of Administration in respect of Late Pramatha Ranjan Mazumdar @ Pramatha Mazumdar for landed property covered by (1) Patta No. 311, Dag No. 345, Area - 01B-00K-08Ls (2) Patta No. 378, Dag No. 413, Area - 00B-00K-11Ls, Block-7 before this court and whereas 08.01.2021 has been fixed for the hearing on the matter.

Notice is hereby given inviting objection if any from the person having interest in the above named application to be furnished on or before the fixed date/or appear in person.

Given under my hand and seal of the Court on 7th Dec. 2020.

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PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR :: NAGALAND

IN THE COURT OF DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE WOKHA : NAGALAND

IN THE COURT OF

PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR :: NAGALAND

PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR :: NAGALAND DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

Dated 8/12/20

We, Mr. Kenny Kuotsu Angami and Mrs. Kevipfheu Kuotsu Angami, resident of H.No.-C/142, at New Ministers Hill Colony, Kohima, Nagaland do hereby declared and affirm on oath as under:1) That, Miss Neisonuo Kuotsu Angami is our legitimate daughter, born on 17th October 2014 at Kohima, Nagaland, and we belong to the citizen of Indian Union.

2) That, the name of our minor daughter was written as Miss. Neisonuo Kuotsu in her Passport No. S2080241 without Angami which is the name of our tribe.

3) That, the names Neisonuo Kuotsu Angami and Neisonuo Kuotsu are one and the same person of our daughter's name but her official name is Miss Neisonuo Kuotsu Angami which shall be used for all purposes in future.

4) That, our said minor daughter has not lost, surrendered or been deprived of her citizen of India and that the information given in respect of her application is true and correct, and we are holding valid Indian Passport.

5) That, the contents of this declaration are true and correct to the best of our knowledge and belief and nothing is concealed thereof.

Place: Dimapur, Date: 07/12/2020 (Mr. Kenny Kuotsu Angami) (Mrs. Kevipfheu Kuotsu Angami) P/No. H7412700 P/No. H6313649 (Deponent) (Deponent) NOTARY PUBLIC

IN THE COURT OF DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE WOKHA : NAGALAND

NOTICE

S/C No. 103/2020

NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE UNDER PART-1 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925.

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefit of Late L. Atsungo Lotha has been applied by Smti. A. Zanbeni Lotha, W/o.

Lt. L. Atsungo Lotha, Wokha, Nagaland for possession of; 1. PPO Payment Order No. 141711166 Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may, if she/he so desire appear in this court on or before 10/12/2020.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this day the 10/11/2020.

Sd/- District & Sessions Judge Wokha : Nagaland WC-277

Letter of Admn. 3/2020

NOTICE (SEC. 278 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925)

BEFORE NOTARY PUBLIC /OATH COMMISSIONER NAGALAND

Regd. No. 615/20

and the AGP have 14 and 12 lawmakers respectively.

The UPPL is another strong outfit apart from the BPF and the BJP in the elections.

Its chief Pramod Boro, who joined the party from All Bodo Students Union (ABSU), is touted to be a strong contender for the post of Chief Executive Member, the head of BTC. Other parties like Gana Suraksha Party (GSP), Congress-AIUDF alliance and scores of independent candidates were also engaged in campaigning.

NOTICE

DECLARATION BY APPLICANT'S PARENT (S) FOR ISSUE OF PASSPORT TO MINOR

IN THE COURT OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER

from the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR).

The BJP and BPF are contesting separately and both the parties were engaged in bitter campaign with the usage of many unparliamentary words by the leaders of the two parties.

The BJP is running its first state government in Assam in alliance with the BPF and Asom Gana Parishad (AGP).

The BJP, which does not have a majority, is the single largest party with 60 MLAs in the 126-member assembly, while the BPF

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Correspondent

S/C No. 108/2020

NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE UNDER PART-1 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925.

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefit of Late Nthio Kithan has been applied by Smti. Wobeni Kithan, W/o. Lt. Nthio Kithan, H/No. 45, Wokha, Nagaland for possession of; 1) PPO bearing No. 111816099, 2) SBI A/C No. 11766552948, 3) Nagaland State Co-operative Bank Ltd A/c No. 100610006010432, 4) HDFC Life Insurance Policy No. 18264490, 5) LIC’s New Endowment Plan Policy No. 137860068, 6) LIC Policy No. 137860112, 7) Wokha Gas Agency bearing Card No. 0390 SV No. 0394019 & M/s.

Wokha Gas Agency No. 7051198455, SV No. 100000-15791.

Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may, if she/he so desire appear in this court on or before 08/01/2021.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this day the 08/12/2020.

Sd/- District & Sessions Judge Wokha : Nagaland WC-278

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 has been applied by Smti. Achumbeni Humtsoe, D/o Late W. Humtsoe, R/o H.No. 211, River Belt Colony, Dimapur, Nagaland for issuing of Letter of Administration in respect of Late W. Humtsoe for landed property covered by Patta No. 594, Dag No. 793, Block - 4, Measuring an area of 00B-01K-16Ls before this court and whereas 08.01.2021 has been fixed for the hearing on the matter. Notice is hereby given inviting objection if any from the person having interest in the above named application to be furnished on or before the fixed date/or appear in person.

Given under my hand and seal of the Court on 7th Dec. 2020.

PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR :: NAGALAND

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GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

OFFICE OF THE COMMANDANT 2ND NAP BATTALION ALICHEN :: MOKOKCHUNG

NO.2NAP(A)89/20-21/2427

Dated, Alichen the 2nd Dec' 2020

To, No. 11406 C/N Kakuto A. Achumi S/o Ahoto Achumi Village : Akututo P.O./P.S : Akuluto Dist. Zunheboto State. Nagaland

CALLING NOTICE

Whereas you have been found absent from bonafide Govt. duty w.e.f. 16/11/2020 till date without any leave or permission from the competent authority and whereas 2 (two) calling notices were issued and served on you vide the following letter Nos. No. 2NAP(A)89/20-21/2243, Dated 16/11/2020 and No. 2NAP(A)89/20-21/2341, Dated 24/11/2020. And whereas you have not reported till date, you are hereby directed to report to the undersigned within 7(seven) days of publication of this notice, failing which you will be declared deserter and dismissed from service without further notice.

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Commandant 2nd NAP Battalion Alichen : Mokokchung

Army Chief leaves for UAE, Saudi Arabia

New Delhi, Dec 8 (PTI): Chief of Army Staff Gen MM Naravane on Tuesday left on a six-day tour of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, in a first-ever visit by a head of the Indian Army to the two strategically important Gulf countries.

The visit by the Army chief is seen as a reflection of India’s growing strategic ties with the two countries and is expected to further open up new avenues for cooperation in the defence and security sphere.

Gen Naravane’s visit comes in the midst of fast-paced developments in the Gulf region including normalisation of Israel’s relations with several Arab countries as well as situation arising out of the assassination of Iran’s top nuclear weapons scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.

The Army chief ’s first destination will be the United Arab Emirates where he will meet senior military officials and discuss avenues for enhancing bilateral de-

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Gen MM Naravane

fence cooperation.

“General MM Naravane, the Chief of Army Staff has proceeded on a visit to the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from December 9 to 14,” the Army said in a statement.

“During the visit, he will be meeting his counterparts and senior military leadership of these countries. The visit is historic in the sense that it will be the first time an Indian Army Chief is visiting the UAE and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” it said.

According to the official schedule, the Army

Chief will visit Saudi Arabia from December 13 to 14.

“He will take forward the excellent defence cooperation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and India through multiple meetings with senior functionaries of the security establishment and exchange views on various defence related issues,” the Army said.

It said Gen Maravane will visit the headquarters of Royal Saudi land force, the Joint force command headquarters and King Abdul Aziz Military Academy.

The Army chief is also scheduled to visit Saudi Arabia’s National Defence University and address the students and faculty at the institution.

Gen Naravane’s visit to the Gulf region comes days after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s trips to Bahrain and the UAE. In the last few years, India’s ties with Saudi Arabia and the UAE have witnessed a major upswing.

In a significant move, India and Saudi Arabia last

year decided to establish a strategic partnership council to further ramp up their cooperation in strategically key areas.

It is learnt that Saudi Arabia is keen to collaborate with India on joint production of defence equipment.

Saudi Arabia is India’s fourth largest trade partner after China, the US and Japan, and a major source of energy. India imports around 18 per cent of its crude oil requirement from the country. Saudi Arabia is also a major source of LPG for India.

Last month, the Army Chief travelled to Nepal on a three-day visit that had significant diplomatic overtone.

In October, Gen Naravane travelled to Myanmar along with Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla on a very crucial visit during which India decided to supply an attack submarine to the Myanmar Navy besides agreeing to further deepen military and defence ties.

BJP & Congress workers clash at BJP headquarters in Jaipur

Around 25 RJD supporters escape death on rail tracks Patna, Dec 8 (IANS): Around two dozen RJD supporters had a providential escape on Tuesday morning as they rallied on the rail tracks in Nalanda district of Bihar even as party workers disrupted train services in quite a few other districts as well.

A video clip that went viral on social media showed the RJD supporters holding posters and banners in support of ‘Bharat Bandh’ and trying to stop the oncoming Rajgir-New Delhi Sharmjeevi Express at the Pawapuri railway station.

As the group waved RJD flags, train driver perhaps did not notice them due to fog. RJD supporters ran helter-skelter and saved themselves in the nick of time as the train sped past them.

Rashtriya Janata Dal’s Nalanda district leader Ashok Kumar Suman confirmed the incident and accused the railways of “inhuman behaviour”.

During the unrest at the state BJP headquarters, workers of NSUI and BJYM exchanged blows and the police had to be called in to control the situation.

Jaipur, Dec 8 (IANS): Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot’s call to observe the Bharat Bandh in Rajasthan in a peaceful manner proved futile on Tuesday after Congress workers gheraoed and pelted stones at the state BJP headquarters here, getting embroiled in a clash with the workers of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM).

Terming the Congress workers as ‘goons’, state BJP President Satish Poo-

nia tweeted tagging Gehlot, “Congress goons pelted stones at BJP state headquarters in the presence of police. What kind of bandh is this? What kind of protest is this? What is the reason for this and what is the fuss about?”

He also asked the CM where is his democracy and good governance model?

“This much pride is not good,” he said.

During the unrest at the state BJP headquar-

ters, workers of NSUI and BJYM exchanged blows and the police had to be called in to control the situation.

The NSUI workers, as per the set schedule, came to ghearo the state BJP headquarters as part of the nationwide Bharat Bandh call given by the farmers protesting against the Central farm laws enacted in September. However, the BJYM workers were already present there.

Heavy metal content in water BJP indulges in lies, holds rallies and kills people: Mamata caused mysterious disease in AP

Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy meets patients who fell ill, suspectedly due to water contamination, at a hospital in Eluru town. (PTI)

bout of epilepsy for 3-5 minutes, memory loss for a few minutes, anxiety, vomiting, headache and back pain.

“More tests are being conducted by Indian Institute of Chemical Technology and other institutes and the results are expected soon. The Chief Minister directed the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation on the heavy metal content in the patients’ bodies and constantly monitor the treatment process,” the CMO release added.

According to the health authorities here, of the 505 persons infected, over 370 had recovered and another 120 were being treated in the hospital. Another 19 people were sent for better medicare to government hospitals in Vijayawada and Guntur.

Apart from experts deployed by the World Health Organisation, a three-member team drafted by the

Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare arrived in Eluru on Tuesday and went round the affected areas to collect samples.

Deputy Chief Minister (Health) A K K Srinivas said the affected people were recovering well and there was no need to panic.

“Full details as to what triggered the mysterious disease will be known only after the central agencies submit their reports. Primarily, lead has been found to be the cause of the outbreak,” he said. A special sanitation drive was undertaken in Eluru city and also in the adjoining rural pockets and Denduluru from where the cases were reported.

Srinivas, who represents Eluru, went round the localities on Tuesday and inspected the overhead drinking water reservoirs and supervised the sanitation drive.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

DIRECTORATE OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION NAGALAND: KOHIMA

NO. DTE/MIN/iv/2013/8

Dated: Kohima, the 8th December, 2020

NOTIFICATION

K-2005

This is to inform all the Institutes Nodal Officer(s) (INO) who have enrolled under National Scholarship Portal (NSP) for Post-Matric Scholarship/ Merit-cum-Means based scholarship under Ministry of Minority Affairs, that the Ministry has issued certain guidelines to be followed by the INOs in verifying the Student’s online application at NSP. The INO’s of all the Institutes are directed to visit the guidelines which has been uploaded at the Directorate’s website www. dtenagaland.org.in.

(ER. VIPULHOU LHOUNGU) JOINT DIRECTOR Issued by DIPR DC-822

ADMISSION GOING ON HURRY!!!!!!!

NURSING COURSES • Class 8 pass (minimum) - NA 1 year course • Class 10 pass and above – ANM 2 year course

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Mumbai, Dec 8 (PTI): The Western Naval Command of the Indian Navy observed the 53rd Submarine Day here on Tuesday, an official said.

Vice Admiral Ajit Kumar, Flag Officer Commanding-in- Chief of the Western Naval Command, laid a wreath at the memorial of INS Vajrabahu at Naval Dockyard here, a release stated.

Submarine Day is observed to remember and honour submariners who made supreme sacrifice in their service, it was stated.

The Vice Admiral was by accompanied by Rear Admiral V Srinivas, the senior-most submariner presently posted in Mumbai.

The 53rd Submarine Day commemorates the maiden unfurling of the naval ensign on the erstwhile INS Kalvari at Riga, Latvia, the release said.

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food grains, healthcare or dance with the provisions education,” she said. of the Citizenship AmendMaintaining that the ment Act. BJP brings “goondas” from “Anyone residing in outside during the elec- the state, no matter what tions, Banerjee said the his religion or language, saffron party has roped in belongs to Bengal. We will numerous people, who are not allow any attempt to now going from one door turn our state into Gujato another to carry out a rat,” Banerjee said. divisive campaign.

Asserting that West The BJP is talking Bengal will be turned into about NPR and NRC, but another Gujarat through the TMC will not allow the development, BJP state people of Bengal to suffer, president Dilip Ghosh reshe contended. cently said, “When people BJP national general here have great respect secretary Kailash Vijay- for Mahatma Gandhi and vargiya recently said his some even indulge in poliparty has decided that work tics with his photo hung West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee during a public rally, at for providing citizenship to around their necks, how Raniganj in Paschim Bardhaman district. (PTI) refugees from Bangladesh can the prime minister, owned coal mines, Baner- will snatch food from the will commence from Janu- who is also from Gujarat, jee said “coal mafias thrive mouths of workers and the ary or February, in accor- be an outsider.” under the saffron party”. farmers,” she said.

“I had proposed that The feisty TMC boss, GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND illegal (coal) factories be whose party would be OFFICE OF THE GENERAL MANAGER legalised by the Centre and fighting for a third term in NAGALAND STATE TRANSPORT the state jointly, so that 2021 Assembly elections NAGALAND : DIMAPUR people get employment. in April-May, claimed that Dated: 05/12/2020 The Union government, the BJP makes tall prom- Tender No. NST/T/HELI/482/2020-21/684 NOTICE INVITING TENDER however, did not respond,” ises before polls, only to the CM stated. forget about those later.

Sealed offers under TWO BID SYSTEM are invited by GOVT. OF Maintaining that she She underscored that NAGALAND from non-scheduled Operators for WET lease of TWO had salvaged the Chit- her government is provid- numbers twin Engine Medium Duty Transport (Passenger 12-15 taranjan Locomotive with ing free ration to all amid Seater) helicopter for an initial period of two years in the prescribed bid form and the proforma attached to this bid package. The details of fresh orders when she was the COVID-19 crisis. the tender are given below:the railway minister, she “Unlike the BJP that 1. Tender No. :- NST/T/HELI/482/2020-21/684 Dated:05.12.2020 claimed that the BJP gov- gives 5 kg rice until Bihar 2. Description ernment at the Centre is polls, I have extended free Wet lease of TWO numbers twin engine medium duty transport planning to shut it down. ration till next June. Our passenger helicopter for an initial period of two years. The helicopter “They will sell off government will remain is to be utilized mainly for passenger services, VIP transportation, railways, Steel Author- in power and you will not carrying of sick or the patients and air-maintenance task etc. in ity of India Ltd (SAIL), have to worry about food, Nagaland or any other location in India. Approximate utilization of BSNL, coal, defence. They you will not have to pay for flying hours will be 1200 hours per year i.e 100 hours per month

Office timing will be 9 am to 2 pm (Mon-Sat) Interested applicants may contact the office  HOSTEL AVAILABLE (LIMITED SEATS) Contact: 8258953719/9366151812 Address: ASIAN MISSION INSTITUTE, NAHARBARI JUNCTION, OPPOSITE HOLLOTOLI SCHOOL, EAST DIMAPUR.

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Eluru (AP), Dec 8 (PTI): Lead and nickel content in drinking water and milk was primarily established as the root cause of the mysterious disease in Eluru city of Andhra Pradesh, which so far claimed one life and left over 500 people sick.

Based on the preliminary findings of the expert teams from AIIMS and other state and central institutions, health officials presented a report to Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy here on Tuesday.

A CMO release said lead and nickel were found to be the causative agents for the mysterious disease, citing a report prepared by the AIIMS experts.

The disease saw people suddenly falling unconscious after suffering from fits and nausea since Saturday night.

The symptoms, according to GGH doctors, included a

RANIGANJ (WB), DEC 8 (PTI): A day after a BJP worker was killed during a protest march in Siliguri, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday accused the saffron party of “killing people in its rallies” and sought to know if it was done for propaganda.

The BJP called a 12hour bandh on Tuesday to protest the killing of party worker Ulen Roy and alleged police brutalities during their march a day ago to ‘Uttarkanya’, the branch state secretariat in North Bengal.

The Siliguri Police, however, claimed that the man suffered pellet wounds fired from a shotgun, which the force does not use.

“The BJP lies, kills people; it holds rallies and kills people. Are you doing it for publicity since there wasn’t many people in the rally? The police do not use these... Did you kill a man with pellets for the sake of publicity, for propaganda?”

Banerjee said at a public meeting here.

She claimed that the saffron camp indulges in “slander at the speed of a storm”, while her government engages in development work for people at a similar speed.

Asser ting that the TMC will not allow the sale of central government-

(600 Hrs. per Helicopter per Annum) which can be further extended subject to the approval of the MHA, Govt. of India.

3. Delivery period:-Bidder to mobilize the helicopter at Dimapur within 15 days from the date of letter of intent.

4. Tender Closing date and time for submission of bids: 1200 hrs.

(IST) on 07.01.2021 5. Tender Opening date and time:1300 hrs (IST) on 07.01.2021 – for Un-Price Bids 1200 hrs (IST) on 08.01.2021 – for Price Bids Bidder(s), whose Un-price Bids are found incomplete, not supported by Bid Bond and/or deficient of any technical parameters, their Price Bids shall not be opened and shall be returned to the bidder in sealed condition as submitted by them.

6. Bid Bond (Bank Guarantee) :-15 (fifteen) Lakhs.

7. Tender Bid Validity upto :-6 (six) months from the tender opening date i.e upto 08.07.2021 8. Bid Bond Validity up to :-8 (Eight) months from the tender opening date i.e up to 08.09.2021.

9. Performance Bank Guarantee i) Amount :- 10% of the total contract value for the helicopter offered. ii) Validity :- 2 (Two) months beyond the initial two years period of the contract and extendable thereafter.

10. Price Bids shall be evaluated with reference to the passenger carrying capacity of the Helicopter offered for each sector (Enclosed as Annexure-A in Tender Documents).

11. Tender documents will be available for downloading from our website: www.nagaland.nic.in from 9th December 2020 onwards. The tender documents can also be collected from 9th December 2020 onwards from the Office of the General Manager, NST Dimapur, Nagaland with a request/ authority letter on payment of Rs 10,000.00 (Rupees Ten Thousand Only) nonrefundable.

Address for correspondence: General Manager, Nagaland State Transport, Nagaland, Dimapur Tele Fax No. : 295111 (O) STD Code - 03862 Email- gmnstdmp@gmail.com The tender will be governed by the instructions to bidder as per Section-I, General Terms & Conditions as per Section-II and Standard Terms and Conditions (not all inclusive) placed at Section-III. “TWO BID SYSTEM” shall be followed for this Tender. Bidder should take due care to submit tenders in accordance with requirement in sealed covers. GOVT. OF NAGALAND shall have the right to accept/reject or prefer any Bid without assigning any reason whatsoever including rejecting the lowest quoted bid.

(Er. ATOVI KIBA SEMA) General Manager Nagaland State Transport, Nagaland, Dimapur DC-820

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Nagaland Post Vol. XXxI NO. 7 Dimapur, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2020

Falling behind schedule

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hile construction/expansion to 4-lane highways in other states are either completed or nearing completion, Nagaland’s expansion of the NH 29 to four-lane has been dogged by delays.

The expansion of the 2-lane to 4-lane has been delayed due to various reasons and that has attracted flak from various local organisations, compelled the Kohima Bench of the Gauhati High Court to file suo moto PIL and crucially, drawn the Nagaland Governor R.N.Ravi’s attention to closely monitor the progress since he took over as Governor. It may be noted that the four-lane road from Dimapur-Kohima Road ( from Km 123.840 to Km 138.775, Km 138.775 to Km 152.490 and Km 152.490 to Km 166.700) covering a total length of 42.48 Kms was approved at a cumulative cost of around Rs.1570.71 crore. The 4- lane road project on the National Highway 29 (Asian Highway –I) was supposed to have been completed by the end of 2019 and accordingly, specific instruction have been given to the respective contracting firms on several occasions. It was approved in 2013 and work was initiated in 2015. Initially, the construction work was supposed to have been completed by 2018 but owing to delays, the scheduled completion in 2019 but even on its fourth year, the project appears nowhere near completion.

In October last year, the Gauhati High Court, Kohima Bench issued suo motu PIL where the Ministry of Road Transport and National Highways (MoRTH) and six others including the State government were made Respondents. Governor R.N.Ravi has made it clear that he is not only monitoring the progress but is serious about ensuring the implementing agency the National Highway Infrastructure Development Corportaion Limited (NHIDCL) delivers as promised. Since he took over as Governor in 2019, Ravi has been travelling on the road and has been seriously concerned with the condition of the road which appears to be perpetually in a state of incompletion. The governor had also shot off his famous letter on June 16 to the chief minister, especially highlighting the problems faced by contractors and National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited(NHIDCL) officials. In the letter the Governor also mentioned about review meetings with the NHIDCL and contractors in presence of top state and police officials. On November 5 last, the Governor convened a review meeting with NHIDCL to assess the status and progress of construction of road projects under NHIDCL in the state. The NHIDCL officials highlighted hiccups in certain district resulting in the stoppage of ongoing works for which the Governor has asked the State Government to resolve the matter at the earliest. NHIDCL assured to finish the construction of two lane road before December 15, 2020 along the 4 lane Dimapur-Kohima road. A month later on December 5, the Governor again convened one such review meeting with top state government officials and senior NHIDCL officials. In the meeting, the Governor made no bones about his ire against the slow pace of progress. Ravi had even gone to the extent of warning the NHIDCL that he would take up the matter with the union minister of MoRTH Nitin Gadkari. The lack of desired progress of the 4-lane expressway also reflects most projects in the state. It is hoped, that the Governor will also review the progress of all other central projects which have fallen behind schedule and ascertain “compulsions” responsible for this syndrome.

DailyDevotion The Impartial Power of God

By one offering He has perfected forever those who are being sanctified. —Hebrews 10:14 We trample the blood of the Son of God underfoot if we think we are forgiven because we are sorry for our sins. The only reason for the forgiveness of our sins by God, and the infinite depth of His promise to forget them, is the death of Jesus Christ.

Our repentance is merely the result of our personal realization of the atonement by the Cross of Christ, which He has provided for us. “…Christ Jesus…became for us wisdom from God— and righteousness and sanctification and redemption…” (1 Corinthians 1:30). Once we realize that Christ has become all this for us, the limitless joy of God begins in us. And wherever the joy of God is not present, the death sentence is still in effect.

No matter who or what we are, God restores us to right standing with Himself only by means of the death of Jesus Christ. God does this, not because Jesus pleads with Him to do so but because He died.

It cannot be earned, just accepted. All the pleading for salvation which deliberately ignores the Cross of Christ is useless. It is knocking at a door other than the one which Jesus has already opened. We protest by saying, “But I don’t want to come that way. It is too humiliating to be received as a sinner.” God’s response, through Peter, is, “… there is no other name…by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12).

What at first appears to be heartlessness on God’s part is actually the true expression of His heart.

There is unlimited entrance His way. “In Him we have redemption through His blood…” (Ephesians 1:7). To identify with the death of Jesus Christ means that we must die to everything that was never a part of Him. God is just in saving bad people only as He makes them good. Our Lord does not pretend we are all right when we are all wrong. The atonement by the Cross of Christ is the propitiation God uses to make unholy people holy.

Quotes

I've never dropped anyone I believed in. ~ Marilyn Monroe

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2020

Post-mortem

Make inclusive changes in the agrarian sector T he impasse will end sooner or later, but will the problems that beset agriculture be solved? The fifth round of negotiations between the government and representatives of the agitating farmers has failed. It is now clear that the agitation is likely to continue for some time to come.

This is the first time in its six-year tenure that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government has faced such a siege of the Capital and such a challenge from farmers.

No single government or political personality is to blame for this impasse; this problem has been in the making since Independence.

The next round of negotiations is on December 9. The conflict will end sooner or later, but will the problems that beset agriculture be solved? Will there be an end to agrarian poverty and farmer suicides?

During the famine of 1967, my father was posted in Mirzapur. I had

started going to school and could discern a visible change taking place in the city. Tribals and villagers from nearby used to come to the cities and big towns those days in search of work or food. But, they often went back emptyhanded. Those who had the ability to lend a helping hand to them were themselves facing a crisis.

Foodgrains like wheat had become a rarity. The red wheat that was imported from the United States (US) was being distributed through ration shops.

People were not able to access wheat in sufficient quantities, as a result of which the black market was flourishing.

During visits to my ancestral village in later years, I found that more than 90% of farmers were facing various problems.

With the growth in population and an increase in members in households, land holdings were getting smaller. The farmers were sticking to traditional crops. They had no one to advise them on how to

change cropping patterns which could benefit them financially. If the weather was conducive, life after the harvest was bearable.

If not, they faced various adversities, the obvious one being the inability to provide for their families.

Then the Green Revolution happened. India started growing more food than it needed. But the distribution system did not improve enough to deal with this surplus. So we had a situation where, on the one hand, the warehouses of the Food Corporation of India were bursting at the seams and, on the other, about 14% of the population did get enough food to survive.

The farmer today does not get the right price for his crop and the consumer has to pay more than is required. It is time when we also looked at agricultural best practices from around the world.

There is no doubt that the agricultural scenario has to change. The question is how. We al-

ready have seen the sort of fear-mongering we are witnessing today in the early 1990s. At that time, then Prime Minister P V Narasimha Rao and his finance minister Manmohan Singh brought about economic liberalisation. Atal Bihari Vajpayee, George Fernandes and all other Opposition leaders and parties declared this a conspiracy to sell India down the drain. There was unrest on the streets and in Parliament. The whole argument was that foreign companies would now come an enslave us as the East India Company had once done during the British raj.

But, what liberalisation did was to pull at least 300 million Indians out of poverty. Coordination between the government, corporates and society improved. This helped set India on the path to becoming an aspiring economic superpower.

Many things changed for the better with liberalisation. In the mid-1990s, it used to take hours on

end to make a phone call from one city to another.

Whenever we went abroad for reporting assignments, we spent an inordinate amount to time to send telex or fax messages to office. I wonder, what would have happened had we faced a pandemic like Covid-19 at that time. Today, if millions of Indians are able to save their jobs by working from home, they have the communications revolution to thank for this. This and many such important measures are the results of those 1991 reforms.

To get back to agriculture, let us look at the market in milk. Milk is also an agricultural product. It has no Minimum Support Price. The dairy sector has no special government protection when it comes to the purchase and sale of milk.

Barring a few semigovernment institutions like Mother Dairy, most of the bulk buyers come from the private sector.

The white revolution that Amul started in Gujarat

through cooperatives has spread to many parts of the country. Most people who are primary sellers of milk are from villages and own one to six animals per family. No corporate entity has affected their business.

This is not to argue in favour of mindless privatisation. Most sugar mills in India are in private hands. But working hand-in-glove with corrupt government officials, the business is exploitative of farmers. In such a situation, it is necessary that farmers’ rights be not only strengthened but that administrators should also be forced to implement the rules strictly.

At the same time, farmers must be mobilised to grow alternative crops and also crops for agroindustries. We need to effect positive, inclusive changes in the agrarian sector in our quest to rebuild the economy in a post-Covid-19 world.

Shashi Shekhar (The views expressed are personal)

Biological diversity and the role of geographical indicators

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iological Diversity is becoming very important day by day. Efforts are being made to conserve and preserve biodiversity all over the world. We have to create awareness of the vital importance of conserving biodiversity for the current and future benefits/applications. Mass awareness can be done by delivering lectures/ interactions, through the media, internet and through Journals, brochures and magazines.

Registers and database creation of biodiversity is of great importance. The Traditional knowledge of the local people must be taken into account, respected and protected.

The endangered species can be protected by restricting or stopping exploitation of the endangered sites and areas.

Plants, Animals and the small animalcules – ‘The Microorganisms’ are indispensable for the environment ecosystem cycles.

The microorganisms cannot be seen by our naked eye and are thus, lesser known by the people. These unseen beneficial microbes work in association with plants and animals. They also work for us very efficiently and independently by fixing atmospheric nitrogen for good plant growth, in the production of vitamins, enzymes, medicines, in the food industry, in cleaning pollutants of crude oil sludge, pesticides and met-

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als etc. Special and consistent efforts have to be made to conserve and preserve the rich diversity on a long-term basis.

In India the Biological Diversity Act is being implemented. A National Biodiversity Authority has been set up to monitor and regulate the biodiversity. Intellectual Property Right (IPR) is an important component in the area of biological diversity.

Unfortunately, when IPR issues are discussed stress is not given to the Geographical Indicators (GI). GI is of utmost vital importance and must be strongly addressed in the issues of IPR. The Culture Collections do have columns in their Data Sheets about the source of the culture and its isolation point. This information must be filled in and uploaded carefully whenever a culture is accepted or identified by the Culture Collection/Depository. Inclusion of GI must be given vast publicity to create awareness amongst the people.

The Geographical Indications are the expressions or signs used to show that a product originates from a country, a region, a specific place or an environment. This is without any reputation or quality attached to it. The 1994 Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights ("TRIPS Agreement") came into force in 1995, and had

effect in developed countries – including the United States – as of January 1, 1996. TRIPS sets forth standards to regulate international intellectual property protection and enforcement, and establishes international minimum standards for "geographical indications." Part II, Section 3 of TRIPS, in Articles 22-24, specifies the minimum standards of protection that WTO Members must provide for geographical indications.

The following examples will illustrate the importance of GI: ‘Florida’ for oranges; ‘Idaho’ for potatoes; and ‘Washington State’ for apples. Some products like Darjeeling Tea, Champagne of France, Basmati Rice of Dehradun are some other well known examples. Further, in addition to the above Appellations of the origin is used to safeguard and protect the products of regions and environment viz. Kashmiri Shawls, Cuban Cigars, Scotch Whisky etc.

A couple of months back it was in the news that Pakistan also claimed its right on Pashmina shawls. It is interesting to note that there is an IPR row over the famous Pashmina shawls in the international market. Pashmina shawls are traditionally made in Jammu and Kashmir. This geographical region is known for making high quality Pashmina shawls due to the environmental factors

‘Corruption and Nagaland’

he word 'corruption" comes from the Latin word 'corruptus', meaning 'mar', 'bribe', or 'destroy'. It is, therefore, defined as the dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power typically involving bribery. Corruption is as old as human history and it is prevalent in our society in every facet of life.

In the state of Nagaland, though it was not listed in the top of the corruption chart in India in the corruption survey conducted by the Local Circles and the Transparency International India in the year 2019, corruption has become rampant in the state. There is corruption everywhere in the state in such a way that it has become the way of life and people no longer are shocked by its exposures.

The parliament of India gave its citizens a weapon to fight against corruption by passing, 'Right To Information Act 2005', and the social activists of the state exposed scams through RTI petitions. Sadly, offenders are unlikely to be caught and punished since corruption has found its way to every cell of our government.

The economy of Nagaland is fully dependent on the Central Government funds. The state cannot sustain on its own. Despite this fact, the embezzlement of these funds is irresistibly an order of the day.

For decades, the state financial plan presents defit budgets. The root cause of this saddening financial drought is corruption.

The whole region of Nagaland is plagued by corruption. From the grass root level to the top ranking government officials, there are misuses of power and funds. If only the revenues were utilized appropriately, our state wouldn't be in such a pathetic condition.

The majestic buildings and properties of politicians and bureaucrats, favouritism within tribes and clans, electoral frauds, etc are monumental proof that corruption is rampant in the naga society.

A corrupt society has no sense of morality. hence, it is high time we voice out against corruption for our better tomorrow. In order to free the society from the tentacles of corruption, disclosure campaigns should be initiated by those who are fearless, honest and ready to sacrifice. Relevant democratic weapons should be used to crush the fraudsters by bringing them under the applicable laws of punishment. * This essay is purely a reflection of thoughts as per the observation of a student.

In no way does it reflect the opinion of the school.

Arentula Yaden, Class 12 D, Ministers' Hill Baptist Higher Secondary School

specific to the state. Recently, it was in the news that hundreds of the rare goats that produce the Pashmina wool died due to starvation in the severe winter.

In the winter months there is a shortage and supply problem of the fodder. This is a threat to the over one lakh goats that not only give the unique wool but also large quantities of milk to the people. To protect the claim over the shawl, the Geographical Indication Law (GIL) has to be passed by the Parliament or enacted by through the President. It is insufficient to protect GI goods by trademarks alone for claiming IP Rights. Under the WTO regulations IP Rights over the GI products can be protected by the usage of the GIL. The problem of claim over GI products becomes more complicated in close bordering states.

In case of conflict the question of joint registration or separate registration arises. However, in most cases priority is given to the first applicant claiming this mode of IPR protection.

The definition of GI includes appellation of origin under the TRIPS Agreement.

Recently, Darjeeling Tea has got the status of GI. The tea grown in this region has a typical flavour and aroma due to the unique soil and environmental conditions prevailing there. If the tea is taken out and planted elsewhere or some other brand

of tea planted in the Darjeeling region, the characteristic aroma of the Darjeeling Tea does not show up. The altitude and humidity levels also contribute to the fine blend of characteristics. The Kangra tea of Himachal Pradesh in India has also been given the GI status. The Kangra tea like the Darjeeling tea gives the unique and specific characters only when it is grown in the Kangra valley. The famous Kullu Shawl of Himachal Pradesh in India has been registered under the GI of Goods Act 1999 as GI No. 19 by the GI Registry, Chennai. This Act safeguards the interests of the genuine Kullu Shawl weavers and producers.

No one can sell or call produced outside the defined geographical territory of Kullu Valley Region of Himachal State or Kullu like shawl.

It is interesting to note that unauthorized shopkeepers or producers cannot even use sign boards/hoardings of selling Kullu shawls. In the event if anyone is found selling fake shawls, a huge penalty is imposed on them or imprisonment of 6 months to 3 years or both under the GI Act 1999. It is interesting to note that the Dasheri mangoes have been given the GI status of India.

This is in the news currently.

Dr. Prof. Swaranjit Singh, Chandigarh

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ith a big heart and greetings, I congratulate the management of Nagaland Post, an English Daily for its attainment in completion of 30 years of publication. I wish that your paper would make headway in its duty of the press to obtain the earliest and ‘most intelligence’ of the events of the time, and instantly, by disclosing them, to make them the common property of the readers and the society.

Indeed, you have come a long way braving the odds and difficulties to maintain the credibility of freedom of the press and also the daily. The press lives by disclosure, whatever passes into its keeping becomes a part of the knowledge and history of our time; it is daily and forever appealing to the enlightened force of public opinion –anticipation, if possible, the march of events-standing upon the breach between the present and the future, and extending its survey to the horizon of the world.

It is true that you are prepared to cultivate a calm temper, a prepared not to take life too seriously, but to accept the rough with the smooth, receiving with the like occasional thanks of the paper and the report. The newsmen work under severe pressures in the society whose standard are in flux. They work not in luxury of contemplation but under the tyranny of the clock-to present the news stories which have different objectivity that unexpected development the day will bring.

You are giving the readers at home a complete background service, explaining and interpreting the news, providing the scenes and happening which are taking place and is therefore news worth covering.

Post maintain its fairness, critical voice, neutrality and authority to turn the paper into an independent expression of popular opinion of the masses. I joined hands with your management endeavour to publish full and accurate accounts of the major events of the day at home and abroad, whether or not they were comfortable to some and to the Government. Let us seek out the truth, to investigate the truth and apply it an fixed principles to the affairs of the world. I wish and encourage your daily to hold on its reputation with a lively literature style of reportage and comment with a comparatively popular presentation.

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30 crore Indians to be vaccinated first in Covid immunisation drive

Rajesh Bhushan people below 50 years with associated comorbidities are recommended by the national expert group on vaccine administration to be vaccinated on priority,” said Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan.

Bhushan said that the Centre is carrying preparatory activities for the rollout of Covid-19 vaccine in collaboration with all the states and Union Territories.

“The governments at the Centre and states and Uts have started preparing the line-listing of prioritised population groups for vaccination, augmentation of cold-chain infrastructure for storage

Only 4 states appointed judicial, non-judicial Lokayukta members New Delhi, Dec 8 (PTI): Only four states -- Bihar, Manipur, Odisha and Tamil Nadu -- have appointed judicial and nonjudicial members of anticorruption ombudsman Lokayukta, according to a Transparency International India report.

The report issued on the eve of International Anti-Corruption Day analyses the working of Lokayukta (state-level ombudsman) in the country, seven years after the Lokpal and Lokayukta Act 2013 came into being after a massive push from the India Against Corruption movement of 2011.

“It has been around 50 years since Maharashtra appointed Lokayukta in 1971; 10 year of the famous Anna movement and seven years of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013. But in actuality, there is little progress in anti-corruption landscape of country,” a statement from Transparency International India, a civil society organisation, said.

The Act mandates appointment of Lokpal at the Central level to inquire into allegations of corruption

against important public functionaries, while Lokayukta is the state-level ombudsman.

The report on the state of affairs at anti-graft panels across the country said that out of the 28 states and three union territories (UTs), the post of Lokayukta is vacant in eight states and UTs namely Assam, Goa, Himachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand and Puducherry (In J and K institution dissolved).

“Interestingly, the apex court and many High Courts while dealing with the issue of appointment of Lokayuktas or the antigraft ombudsmen in several states failed to achieve any success,” it said.

The posts of two judicial members of Lokpal (Central Ombudsman) are vacant, while 22 states and UTs have not appointed Up-Lokayukta (Member), it said.

“There are only four states namely Bihar, Manipur, Odisha and Tamil Nadu which have judicial and non-judicial members of Lokayukta appointed,” it said.

of vaccine vials, and roping additional vaccinators for smooth execution of Covid-19 immunisation,” he added.

Bhushan also informed that the present cold-chain system to store the vaccines consists of 85,634 equipment at about 28,947 cold-chain points across the country.

“The current coldchain system is capable of storing additional quantities of Covid-19 vaccine required for the first 3 crore healthcare workers and frontline workers,” he added.

Meanwhile, the ministry informed that the country has around 2.39 lakh vaccinators consisting of auxiliary nurses and midwives (ANM) who already provide their services for 13 kinds of vaccine drives under Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP).

“However, we would use only 1.54 lakh ANMs for Covid vaccination so that other vaccination programmes do not get hamper,” Bhushan informed.

Mobile technology to be used for COVID vaccination drive, says PM New Delhi, Dec 8 (PTI): With the chances of a COVID-19 vaccine being available soon increasing, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the mobile technology will be used for mass inoculation against the pandemic.

Speaking at the India Mobile Congress, he said mobile technology has enabled benefits worth billions of dollars to reach the deserving and also helped the poor and vulnerable during the pandemic.

“It is also with the help of mobile technology that we will embark on one of the world’s largest COVID-19 vaccination drive,” he said.

He did not provide details. Three leading coronavirus vaccine developers -- Pfizer Inc and AstraZeneca Plc and Bharat Biotech -- have applied for emergency use authorization in India. While Pfizer India has applied to drug regulator for permission to import its experimental mRNA vaccine for sale and distribution without the requirement for local clinical trials, Serum

Institute of India Ltd, AstraZeneca’s India vaccine partner, has applied for emergency use authorisation using data from Phase-III trials that were conducted locally, as well as in Brazil and the UK. Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech has sought nod Covaxin which is being indigenously developed in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

The applications mean that a mass vaccine effort could be shortly underway in a nation that has the world’s second-largest coronavirus caseload.

At the IMC, Modi said, “We need to work together to ensure a timely roll-out of 5G to leapfrog into the future and empower millions of Indians.”

He also pitched for making India a global hub for telecom equipment, design, development and manufacturing. Speaking on mobile technology, he said it was because of this that the government was able to provide benefits worth billions of dollars to millions of Indians.

Kejriwal doing politics of ‘lies, deceit’: BJP on AAP’s claim of his house arrest

Security personnel stand outside the residence of Arvind Kejriwal, in New Delhi. (PTI) New Delhi, Dec 8 members would have put (PTI): The BJP on Tues- out hundreds of photoday accused Delhi Chief graphs and videos to back Minister Arvind Kejriwal of their allegations and filed practising politics of “lies, complaints in courts and deceit and propaganda” for even United Nations, Bhatia alleging that Delhi Police said sarcastically. has put him under house “The politics of lies, arrest as the saffron party deceit and propaganda berefuted his claim. ing done by Arvind KejriAfter Delhi Police wal is most unfortunate... denied that the AAP leader I wish to challenge Arvind was put under house arrest, Kejriwal. Stop this politics BJP spokesperson Gaurav of lies and step out of your Bhatia dared the Delhi chief house. There are cameras minister to step outside his outside your house. Let the residence to show if cops entire country and Delhi see try to prevent him from whether you’re under house leaving. arrest or not.

Had there been even “You have been doing an iota of truth in the Aam this kind of cheap and petty Aadmi Party’s claim, its politics blaming (Union)

Delhi CM and AAP leader Home Minister without an iota of evidence and this wont be tolerated,” he said.

Delhi Police reports to the Union home ministry.

To a question about the opposition backing the ‘Bharat Bandh’ on Tuesday to support the farmers’ stir against three farm laws, he said the Modi government is a well-wisher of farmers and said BJP’s rivals have been reduced to “rent-a-cause” politics.

Earlier in the day, the Aam Aadmi Party alleged that the Delhi Police has put Kejriwal under house arrest after he met protesting farmers at the Singhu border.

Members of IMA, Tamil Nadu Govt doctors assn stage protests

The doctors, divided in the group of 20 each, would demonstrate in over 10,000 spots across the country.

Chennai, Dec 8 (PTI): Members of Indian Medical Association (IMA) and those belonging to Tamil Nadu Government Doctors Association (TNGDA) staged demonstrations in various parts of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday protesting against the Centre’s policies in medical education, particularly permitting Ayurveda practitioners to perform surgeries.

The protest was also against the National Education Policy 2020, which

IMA Tamil Nadu chapter president Dr C N Raja and Honorary Secretary Dr A K Ravikumar, in a joint statement alleged that spoke of medical pluralism and lateral entry laying the foundation for legitimising ‘mixopathy.’

The IMA and TNGDA demanded the withdrawal of the notification which sought to incorporate the postgraduate courses namely MS Shalya Tantra and Shalakya Tantra (General Surgery). “The

modern medicine surgical procedures listed out under Shalya Tantra and Shalakya Tantra, fall under the ambit, authority and jurisdiction of modern medicine having been prescribed by the then Medical Council of India as the competencies ascribable to the postgraduate course titled MS (General Surgery),” statement said.

Also, anesthesiologists required for surgery were not yet available in Ayurvedic medicine, it said.

The November 20 Central Council of Indian Medicine’s notification listing 39 general surgery procedures and around 19 procedures involving eye, ear, nose and throat by amending the Indian Medicine Central Council (Postgraduate Ayurveda Education) Regulations, 2016, has become a bone of contention for the IMA. Apart from Chennai, demonstrations in which students also participated, were held in Madurai, Tirunelveli, Coimbatore, Krishnagiri among others.

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New Delhi, Dec 8 (IANS): The government has marked 30 crore Indians for the large-scale immunisation of Covid19 vaccine after it gets the necessary approval, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare informed in a press briefing on Tuesday.

The ministry said that the national expert group on vaccine administration has recommended 30 crore Indians to receive the vaccine shots first. The figures include 1 crore healthcare workers, 2 crore frontline workers and 27 crore general population falling in priority groups set by the expert group.

“One crore healthcare providers and workers in the healthcare settings, both government and private, 2 crore personnel from state and Central police departments, armed forces, home guard and civil defence organisations, including disaster management volunteers and municipal workers, and 27 crore persons above the age of 50 years and

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that onset of pandemic has accelerated digital adoption of various products and services. The force multiplier of pandemic has pushed digitalisation of the country, he added.

The next-generation 5G would start to become the norm in the mobile broadband space in next two-three years.

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“As world settles down on 5G space, pricing of the equipment comes down and importantly the devices start getting available in plentiful, I think India in two-three years’ time will be ready to receive the benefit of the investments that the globe would have made on 5G standard and 5G ecosystems,” Mittal said.

Mittal said he is upbeat about Bharti Enterprises’ entry into space, which is the “next frontier of communications”.

“I am glad, we have taken an early call in partnership with British Government to set up world’s first LEO (low Earth orbit) constellation satellite system to provide broadband connectivity to every square inch of the world,” he said.

Jammu and Kashmir eyes Gulf food sector Dubai, Dec 8 (PTI): With an aim to promote its horticulture produce in the Middle East and tap the Gulf market, a 20-member delegation of businessmen and government officials from Jammu and Kashmir is participating in the UAE-India Food Security Summit 2020, starting Tuesday.

Organised by the Consulate General of India in Dubai in association with the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) and Invest India, the two-day event brings several key stakeholders from both the countries on one platform to share their experiences, deliberate on solutions and explore ways to further increase the collaboration in the food security sector.

Navin K Choudhary, Principal Secretary, Department of Agriculture, Jam-

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Majid Aslam Wafai, President of the Jammu & Kashmir Apple Cold Store Association (JKPICCA), said they are in Dubai to explore and understand the Gulf markets as the government of India is keen to see the Kashmiri apple in the

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“We had a very fruitful meeting with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, which was headed on our side by Principal Secretary Navin K Chaudhary. We have received a positive feedback during this meeting and we hope to leverage this to ensure supply to this part of the world,” Wafai told PTI. Punjab’s sports minister Rana Gurmeet Singh Sodhi was also present during the curtain raiser event.

The summit will see discussions and presentations on food processing, equipment and technology,

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New Delhi, Dec 8 (PTI): India is poised to derive full benefit of global investments on 5G standards and ecosystems in the coming two-three years, as equipment prices come down and devices become available, Chairman of Bharti Airtel, Sunil Mittal said on Tuesday.

Terming space as the “next frontier of communications”, Mittal said India’s proactive lead in the space industry and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Department of Space’s call to private sector, would ensure that advantages move in the country’s favour in space communication industry, as well.

Speaking at India Mobile Congress 2020, a virtual event this year, Mittal said

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They decided to create a special task-force to further facilitate investments

by Qatar Investment Authority into India, and also resolved to explore Qatari investments in the entire energy value-chain in India, the statement said.

The leaders agreed to remain in regular touch and looked forward to meeting in-person after the normalisation of the public health situation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the PMO said.

SBI Dimapur presented the scope and challenges of priority sector lending in Nagaland. He highlighted the need for SARFAESI Act in the State but at the same time encouraged banks to proactively seek out opportunities to finance agriculture loans.

Other speakers included Rev. Chingmak Chang from Eleutheros Christian Society, Tuensang who briefed the house about a mega convergence project for mitigating food and nutritional insecurity under NABARD’s FSPF Fund. S Sangtam, from Better Life Foundation presented the need for collectivization of

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Conveyed greetings for Qatar’s forthcoming National Day. Qatar is a vital pillar of India’s energy security and a valued source of FDI. We agreed to deepen our cooperation in all areas,” Modi tweeted.

The two leaders discussed the robust cooperation between both the countries in the fields of investment flows and energy security, and reviewed recent positive developments in this regard, the PMO

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Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty rose for the sixth consecutive day, up 37.20 points or 0.28 per cent to 13,392.95 -- its new lifetime closing high. It touched its intra-day record of 13,435.45 in early trade.

UltraTech Cement was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising around 3 per cent, followed by TCS, Reliance Industries, HCL Tech, Infosys and Kotak Bank.

DIMAPUR, DEC 8: NABARD Nagaland Regional Office organized the “State Credit Seminar December 8 at Tourist Lodge, Dimapur where minister for agriculture & cooperation G Kaito Aye, launched the State Focus Paper for 2021-22 in the presence of Y KikhetoSema, IAS, APC & Commissioner & Secy, L. Leivang, GM/ OIC, NABARD and Thony Pau, AGM, SBI Dimapur.

Officials of Line Departments, Bankers, NGOs, SHGs& JLGs participated in the Seminar.

G Kaito Aye, in his keynote address, spelt out the State Government plans for support to farmers and called upon all Banks to enhance ground level credit flow in Nagaland.

Y KikhetoSema, IAS, APC & Commissioner & Secy, Govt. of Nagaland emphasized the role of banks for successful implementation of Agri Infrastructure Fund Scheme and exhorted banks to implement the scheme as per the bank wise target allocated.

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PM Narendra Modi and Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad

Mumbai, Dec 8 (PTI): Rising for the fourth straight session, equity benchmark Sensex jumped 182 points to end at its fresh lifetime peak on Tuesday, tracking gains in index majors Reliance Industries, TCS and Infosys amid persistent foreign fund inflows.

After touching a record intra-day high of 45,742.23, the 30-share BSE index climbed 181.54 points or 0.40 per cent to finish at

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New Delhi, Dec 8 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani on Tuesday vowed to boost bilateral cooperation in the fields of investment flows and energy security, and decided to create a special task-force to further facilitate investments by the Gulf country into India.

In a telephonic conversation, Modi conveyed his felicitations to the Qatar Amir for the forthcoming National Day of Qatar, the Prime Minister’s Office said in a statement.

While thanking Prime Minister Modi for the greetings, the Amir appreciated the enthusiasm with which the Indian community in Qatar participates in the National Day celebrations.

He also conveyed warm greetings to Modi for the recent Diwali festival.

“Had a very pleasant conversation with my good

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I, Miss Limasen Ghazal, through this affidavit vide Registration number 2343/20 dated 24.11.2020 do hereby declare that the names Limasen Ghazal and Ghazal Sharma are one and of the same person. That henceforth, I will be using my official name Miss. Limasen Ghazal in all my official records and correspondence.

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‘New height of Mt. Everest 8,848.86m’

K AT H M A N D U / B E I JING, DEC 8 (PTI): Nepal and China on Tuesday jointly announced that the revised height of the world’s highest peak Mount Everest was 8,848.86 metres, about 86 centimetres more than the previous measurement done by India in 1954.

The Nepal government decided to measure the exact height of the mountain amid debates that there might have been a change in it due to various reasons, including the devastating earthquake of 2015.

The new height of Mt Everest, the world’s highest peak, is 8,848.86 metres, China and Nepal jointly announced on Tuesday, China’s state-run Xinhua news agency said in a brief report. Nepal recalculates the height of Mount Everest at 8848.86 metres, the country’s Foreign Minister Pradeep Gyawali announced in Kathmandu.

The new height is 86 cms more than the previous measurement. According to the measurement done in 1954 by Survey of India, the height of Mount Everest is 8,848 metres.

According to China’s past measurement, the

A view of the world’s highest peak Mount Everest. (File)

height of Mount Everest is 8844.43 metres which were four metres less than Nepal’s calculations.

Earlier, the media reports said Chinese surveyors have conducted six rounds of scaled measurement and scientific research on Mount Everest and released the height of the peak twice in 1975 and 2005, which was 8,848.13 metres and

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8,844.43 metres respectively.

In Tibetan language, Mount Everest is known as Mount Qomolangma.

China and Nepal settled their border dispute in 1961 with the boundary line passing through the summit of Mount Everest.

Mount Everest is located in the collision and compression zone between the edges of the Indian

plate and the Eurasian plate, where crustal movement is very active. “Accurately measuring the height of Mount Qomolangma is helpful to the study of the elevation changes of the Himalayas and Qinghai-Tibet Plateau,” Gao Dengyi, an atmospheric physicist with the Chinese Academy of Sciences told the Chinese state media earlier.

90-yr-old UK woman 1st in world to receive Pfizer Covid vaccine

Working with India for de-escalation of standoff: China

LONDON, DEC 8 (IANS): A 9 0 - ye a r - o l d wo m a n named Margaret Keenan on Tuesday became the first person in the world to receive the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine as part of the mass vaccination programme being rolled out across the UK. She was given the injection at 6.31 GMT -- the first of 800,000 doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine that will be given in the coming weeks. Up to four million more are expected by the end of the month.

Hubs in the UK will vaccinate over-80s and some health and care staff -- the programme aims to protect the most vulnerable and allow life to return to normal.

According to the BBC, Keenan, who turns 91 next week, said it was the “best early birthday present”.

“I feel so privileged to be the first person vaccinated against Covid-19, it’s the best early birthday present I could wish for because it means I can finally look forward to spending time with my family and friends in the new year after being on my own for most of the

BEIJING, DEC 8 (PTI): China and India are working for further de-escalation of the border standoff in eastern Ladakh and both sides will have consultations to determine specific arrangements for the next round of talks, a senior Chinese official said on Tuesday.

The Chinese and Indian armies held the 8th round of Corps Commander-level meeting on November 6 to resolve the border standoff that erupted in early May. Asked when the next round of talks will be held, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying told a media briefing here that “China and India have been in communication through diplomatic and military channels on the border issue and we are working for further de-escalation of the border situation.”

“Based on the implementation of current consensus, we will have consultations to determine specific arrangements for further talks,” she said.

90 year old Margaret Keenan, the first patient in the UK to receive the Pfizer-BioNTech Covaxin administered by nurse May Parsons at University Hospital, Coventry, Tuesday. (AP/PTI)

year,” she added.

The UK is the first country in the world to start using the Pfizer vaccine after regulators approved its use last week.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock told BBC Breakfast there was a “long march ahead of us but this marks the way out”.

“This virus is deadly.

We’ve got to stick by the rules,” he said.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson thanked the National Health Service (NHS) and said “all of the scientists who worked so hard to

develop this vaccine”, the volunteers and “everyone who has been following the rules to protect others. We will beat this together.”

Also, vaccination will not be compulsory in the UK. Based on current projections, Pfizer’s and BioNTech’s combined manufacturing network has the potential to supply globally up to 50 million vaccine doses in 2020 and up to 1.3 billion doses by the end of 2021 -- subject to manufacturing capacity and regulatory approval or authorisation.

Trump calls US ‘third world country’ Romanian PM resigns after Biden picks retired Army general in latest attack on election results failure to secure votes in polls Lloyd Austin to run Pentagon

KUWAIT CITY, DEC 8 (IANS): Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Tuesday appointed Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah as the Kingdom’s new Prime Minister, state media reported. The emir also assigned him to form a government and provide a list of names for approval, Xinhua news agency quoted the state media report as saying.

During a meeting with the emir at Bayan Palace, Sheikh Sabah Khaled AlHamad Al-Sabah expressed gratitude for the appointment, reiterating commitment to the constitution and laws to serve the best interests of the country and citizens. On Sunday, Sheikh Sabah Khaled AlHamad Al-Sabah submitted the resignation of his government to emir after the parliamentary elections in accordance with the Kuwaiti constitution.

US designates Pak, China as countries of particular concern WASHINGTON, DEC 8 (PTI): The US has designated Pakistan and China among eight other countries that are of particular concern for violation of religious freedom, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has said.

Pakistan and China along with Myanmar, Eritrea, Iran, Nigeria, North Korea, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan were placed in the list for engaging in or tolerating “systematic, ongoing, egregious violations of religious freedom”, Pompeo said in a statement on Monday.

The State Department placed the Comoros, Cuba, Nicaragua and Russia on a Special Watch List (SWL) for governments that have engaged in or tolerated “severe violations of religious freedom”.

“Religious freedom is an unalienable right, and the bedrock upon which free societies are built and flourish. Today, the United States -- a nation founded by those fleeing religious persecution, as the recent Commission on Unalienable Rights report noted -- once again took action to defend those who simply want to exercise this essential freedom,” Pompeo said. The US also designat-

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ed al-Shabaab, al-Qaida, Boko Haram, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, the Houthis, ISIS, ISIS-Greater Sahara, ISISWest Africa, Jamaat Nasr al-Islam wal Muslimin and the Taliban as ‘Entities of Particular Concern’.

Pompeo said the US did not renew the prior ‘Entity of Particular Concern’ designations for alQaida in the Arabian Peninsula and ISIS-Khorasan due to the total loss of territory formerly controlled by these terrorist organisations.

“While these two groups no longer meet the statutory criteria for designation, we will not rest until we have fully eliminated the threat of religious freedom abuses by any violent extremist and terrorist groups,” he said.

Pompeo said Sudan and Uzbekistan have been

removed from the Special Watch List based on significant, concrete progress undertaken by their respective governments over the past year.

“Their courageous reforms of their laws and practices stand as models for other nations to follow,” he said.

However, our work is far from complete. Pompeo said, adding that the US will continue to work tirelessly to end religiously motivated abuses and persecution around the world, and to help ensure that each person, everywhere, at all times, has the right to live according to the dictates of conscience.

The US Commission on Inter national Religious Freedom (USCIRF) praised the State Department’s move to put 10 nations in the list of Countries of Particular Concern (CPCs), including Nigeria for the first time, and four countries on the SWL for severe violations, pursuant to the International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA).

Notably, the State Department did not accept the USCIRF recommendation that India, Russia, Syria and Vietnam be also designated as Countries of Particular Concern.

With over 96 per cent votes counted, the Social Democrat Party leads the National Liberals by a decisive 5 percentage points, according to the latest partial results announced by Romania’s Central Electoral Office on Monday evening.

The results of Sunday’s elections show that the National Liberals have around 25 per cent of votes, only next to the Soical Democrats, who have secured about 30 per cent.

The USR-PLUS Alliance was placed the third with some 15 per cent of votes.

For the time being, it is too early for either of the top rivals to call a victory.

Orban has decided to talk about forming a new coalition with other future parliamentary parties in the post-election period to secure the ruling, while the USR-PLUS Alliance has repeatedly emphasized that it is impossible to participate in a cabinet he leads.

WASHINGTON, DEC 8 (PTI): US President-elect Joe Biden has selected retired Army general Lloyd Austin to run the Pentagon as Secretary of Defence, according to media reports.

If confirmed by the Senate, the 67-year-old career military officer would be the first African-American to lead the Department of Defence.

The office of the President-elect did not confirm the news, but said Biden will announce additional members of his Cabinet before Christmas, including his nominee for Secretary of Defence and members of his economic and domestic cabinet before the end of this week.

“Retired Gen. Lloyd Austin, once viewed as a long-shot candidate to be President-elect Joe Biden’s defence secretary, has been chosen to lead the Pentagon,” Politico reported on Monday.

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We the Tamkoang Union Mon Town with pride and honour congratulate Shri. K. S. Anden for being appointed as the I.A.S Officer, first person from our village and Tobu Area in general.

Congratulating furthermore the Union wishes him good health and success in all his endeavours.

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Biden has selected retired Austin, the former commander of US Central Command, to be his secretary of defence, the CNN also reported, quoting a source familiar with the decision.

Biden’s decision to pick Austin comes amidst increasing pressure from the African Americans to name one of them to the top four positions -- Secretary of State, Treasury Secretary, Defence Secretary and Attorney General, according to political observers.

Austin was the Commander of the US Central Command from 2013 to 2016. In this position, he closely interacted with the top Pakistani military leadership. If nominated by Biden, he would be the second Defence Secretary after James Mattis in four years to require Congressional waiver to head the position.

NOTICE Shareholders of Ex Serviceman Society Building Kohima and Dimapur are hereby notified to come along with their Share Cards and attend meetings positively on the dates and venues specified below at 10:00 AM. 1. Kohima, Phek, Tseminyu, Pughoboto on 15th & 16th December 2020 at Union Building Kohima.

2. Dimapur and Peren on 17th December 2020 at MPCS Building Dimapur.

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NOTE OF GRATITUDE

Through this column, I personally convey my heartfelt gratefulness to the State Government of Nagaland particularly Shri. S. Pangnyu Phom, the Hon'ble Minister of Health & Family Welfare for making Bura Namsang PHC-A dream come true by your prompt intervention towards its establishment through its construction and recent appointment of Dr. Mongmei D. Avennoho as MO PHC Bura Namsang, after its up-gradation from Sub-centre to PHC during the preceded tenure.

It's been a long awaited years of unceasing effort towards establishment of the same in the remotest and unreached place like ours to meet daily humanity service in health sector of our community. Hence, all the prominent officers and leaders alike involved throughout the journey towards achievement of PHC Bura Namsang is fondly remembered with immense gratitude. May God Almighty continue to bless all your endeavor.

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HURONG VILLAGE STUDENTS' UNION FELICITATION

With profound gratitude to the Government of Nagaland headed by Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri. Neiphiu Rio and deep appreciation for all those who have unceasingly supported in achieving this feat, the Hurong Village Students' Union takes immense pride and honour to congratulate Shri. David Thingchum Sangtam for his Appointment as member of Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC).

The Union further wishes good luck to him and pray to Almighty God to grant him good health, wisdom and success in his future endeavors.

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3 presidential election over Trump, who is continuing his legal efforts to upend his victory. Trump, a Republican, has allowed the official start of Biden’s transition to power but has not yet conceded defeat, alleging massive voter fraud and electoral malpractice.

However, state election officials and the media have denied such large-scale fraud. Election officials in key battleground states have declared Biden the winner, giving him an unofficial 306232 edge in the Electoral College that determines the

BUCHAREST, DEC 8 (IANS): Romanian Prime Minister Ludovic Orban has announced his resignation after his ruling National Liberal Party (PNL) leads failed to secure majority of the votes in the recently-held parliamentary elections.

President Klaus Iohannis accepted Orban’s resignation late Monday night and appointed Defence Minister Nicolae Ciuca as interim Prime Minister, reports Xinhua news agency.

Orban’s resignation is generally seen as clearing the way for his party to negotiate a future ruling alliance with other political parties.

“The decision I took has a very precise objective... the negotiations to follow must lead to a government formed by the center-right political formations to clearly support Romania’s EuroAtlantic orientation,” Orban said in a televised statement after announcing his resignation.

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outcome of US presidential contests.

The Trump campaign has filed multiple lawsuits in several states, most of whom have been dismissed so far.

“If you look at the polls, it was a rigged election. You look at the different states. The election was totally rigged. It’s a disgrace to our country,” Trump told reporters, responding to a question ahead of the next week’s meeting of electors who would cast their vote, formally putting their stamp on Biden’s victory as the next US president.

“This was like from a third-world nation. I think the case has been made.

Now we find out what we can do about it. But you’ll see a lot of big things happening over the next couple of days,” Trump said.

Meanwhile, Gable, who was awarded the Medal of Freedom, became the first wrestler in the US history to receive the honour.

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WASHINGTON, DEC 8 (PTI): President Donald Trump has likened the US to a “third world country” as he blasted the “rigged” election, reiterating his unsubstantiated claims about widespread voter fraud in the presidential polls.

The election was a “disgrace to our country”, Trump told reporters at the Oval Office of the White House on Monday during a ceremony to present the Presidential Medal of Freedom to wrestler and coach Dan Gable.

“It’s like a third-world country -- these ballots pouring in from everywhere, using machinery that nobody knows ownership, nobody knows anything about. They have ‘glitches’, as they call them. Glitches. The glitches weren’t glitches. They got caught sending out thousands of votes -- all against me,” he said.

Democratic leader Joe Biden won the November

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Big B, Bigg Boss, Dil Bechara most tweeted in 2020

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ollywood actress Kriti Sanon has reportedly tested Covid- 19 positive. However, Kriti is yet to confirm or deny this update about her health.

Kriti was in Chandigarh shooting with Rajkummar Rao for an upcoming film till last week, according to a report in filmfare.com.

Celebrity photographer Viral Bhayani also shared a photo of the actress on his verified Instagram account with “Covid +” written on it. Bhayani wrote: “Call it bad luck inspite of taking all safety measures.

She recently returned from Chandigarh, where she was shooting for an upcoming movie with Rajkummar Rao. She even told us that she would not remove her mask even for a second. #kritisanon.”

Incidentally, Varun Dhawan and Neetu Kapoor also recently tested positive.

They were in Chandigarh on an outdoor schedule for the film “Jug Jugg Jeeyo”.

Varun recently confirmed in social media that he had tested positive shooting for the film “Jug Jugg Jeeyo” in the city.

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Christopher Nolan slams simultaneous release of films in theatres and OTT

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“Oh, I mean, disbelief.

Especially the way in which they did. There’s such controversy around it, because they didn’t tell anyone. In 2021, they’ve got some of the top filmmakers in the world, they’ve got some of the biggest stars in the world who worked for years in some cases on these projects very close to their hearts that are meant to be bigscreen experiences, Nolan told etonline.com.

“They’re meant to be out there for the widest possible audiences... And now they’re being used as a loss-leader for the streaming service -- for the fledgling streaming service

-- without any consultation. So, there’s a lot of controversy. It’s very, very, very, very messy. A real bait and switch. Yeah, it’s sort of not how you treat filmmakers and stars and people who, these guys have given a lot for these projects. They deserved to be consulted and spoken to about what was going to happen to their work,” he added.

In a statement to The Hollywood Reporter, Nolan said: “Some of our industry’s biggest filmmakers and most important movie stars went to bed the night before thinking they were working for the greatest movie studio and woke up to find out they were working for the worst

streaming service.”

“Warner Bros. had an incredible machine for getting a filmmaker’s work out everywhere, both in theaters and in the home, and they are dismantling it as we speak. They don’t even understand what they’re losing. Their decision makes no economic sense, and even the most casual Wall Street investor can see the difference between disruption and dysfunction,” said the filmmaker, whose relationship with the studio dates back to “Insomnia” in 2002.

Representatives from the studio or the streaming services are yet to comment on Nolan’s remarks.

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mitabh Bachchan and the Sushant Singh Rajput-starrer Dil Bechara ruled the virtual world of Twitter in 2020 among Bollywood topics, while Bigg Boss was the hottest subject from the small screen.

According to #ThisHappened2020 Twitter report, Amitabh Bachchan, Vijay and late Hollywood star Chadwick Boseman had the top entertainment tweets of 2020 in India.

Sushant’s last film Dil Bechara led Hindi

film conversations, with Mirzapur 2 and Bigg Boss emerging as the most talked-about web and television shows of 2020.

Po p u l a r S p a n i s h show Money Heist was the most talked-about international web series of 2020 in this country, while the most retweeted tweet in Indian entertainment was Vijay’s selfie with his fans in February.

In July, Big B took to Twitter to share that he has contracted the novel coronavirus, and that has become the most

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ctor Jeremy Irons will join singer-actress Lady Gaga in the upcoming Ridley Scott directorial, Gucci.

The true-crime drama with focus on crime is based on the book “The House Of Gucci: A Sensational Story Of Murder, Madness, Glamour, And Greed”, reports hollywoodreporter.com.

The film will focus on the murder of fashion trailblazer Maurizio Gucci, with Gaga playing Patrizia Reggiani, Gucci’s former wife who was convicted of orchestrating his death after discovering he had an affair.

Actors Adam Driver, Jared Leto, Al Pacino, Jack Huston and Reeve Carney are also in talks for roles in the film.

If the deal comes through, Driver will star as Maurizio Gucci, while Irons will play Maurizio’s father, Rodolfo Gucci.

Roberto Bentivegna has penned the screenplay for the feature, which will be produced by Ridley and Giannina Scott as well as Kevin Walsh. It is slated to release on November 24, 2021.

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ctress Angelina Jolie has urged women to speak up against domestic abuse, and talk to someone to protect themselves from auch abuse.

She has also urged people to “learn about domestic violence”, and how trauma affects the health.

In an interview to Harper’s Bazaar magazine, the 45-year-old actress, who is a Special Envoy for the United Nations, put out a powerful message for the women, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

“Talk to someone. Try

liked and quoted tweet of the year.

“Black Panther” star Boseman died in August after a four-year battle with colon cancer at the age of 43. The tweet sharing the news of his demise was the most retweeted, liked and quoted tweet in India, in the area of global entertainment.

While Dil Bechara was the most talked-about Hindi film of the year, Bigg Boss garnered attention among the audience as the most talked-about Hindi TV show of the

year. Web series too were a big favourite among entertainment seekers.

W h i l e t h e mu c h awaited Mirzapur 2 led web series conversations, viewers also celebrated global shows of different languages, with Money Heist being the most talked-about international web series in India. The show also made it to the top three most talkedabout web series of the year in India.

Among Bollywood topics, Dil Bechara was followed by the Deepi k a Pa d u k o n e - s t a r r e r Chhapaak, Ajay Devgn’s Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, the Taapsee Pannu-starrer Thappad and Gunjan Saxena featuring Janhvi Kapoor.

Naagin 4 was second among Most Tweeted About TV Shows of 2020 in India, followed by Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. The results are based on the total number of retweets /likes /quote tweets by Twitter accounts in India between January 1 and November 15 this year.

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to find allies. Be connected for emergencies. For example, you can agree to a code word with a friend or family member, which tells them if you are facing an emergency. Begin to build a network and gain knowledge. It’s sad to say, but you can’t assume all friends and family will always want to believe and support you,” she said.

“Often it will be strangers who help. Or other victims, support groups, or faith groups. Above all, be careful. Only you really know the danger you are in, and until you find your support outside, you

may feel quite alone,” she added.

The actress also urged people not to “judge” anyone who is suffering abuse.

She explained: “Take it seriously and stand by them. Listen to them.

Don’t judge them. Try to understand the huge emotional, financial and legal pressures they are likely facing, including the pressure to stay silent about what has happened to them.”

The actress went on to stress on the importance of helping those who “you may suspect might experience abuse during the festive season”.

She said: “If it has even crossed your mind that someone you know might be vulnerable in this way, try to stay close and present in their lives.

“Make it clear that you are there for them.

Another thing we can all do is educate ourselves.

Learn about domestic violence. Learn how trauma affects our health and can lead to biological changes, particularly in children,” she added.

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illie Eilish has revealed some of her top songs of the year, giving a special shout out to The Strokes and their latest album ‘The New Abnormal‘.

Speaking to Australian broadcaster triple j in promotion of their annual public-voted countdown, The Hottest 100, Eilish shared a list of nine songs from the past year that she loved.

They include The Strokes’ ‘At The Door’, James Blake‘s ‘Are You

Even Real?’ Phoebe Bridgers‘ ‘Savior Complex’, Jorja Smith‘s ‘By Any Means’ and Dominic Fike‘s ‘Chicken

by Tekno and ‘To Let A Good Thing Die’ by Bruno Major.

Discussing ‘At The Door’, Eilish said that she wishes she could put their whole album as her first choice.

“It’s been my favourite album in many years,” she said. “There is something about The Strokes, I don’t know what it is, man. I love ‘At The Door’, I love the melodies, I love the lyrics, I Tenders’.

Also on the list are love everything about it. The D r a k e ‘ s ‘ T i m e F l i e s ’ , Strokes hit a nerve.”

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ASA has identified the key science goals for the Artemis III mission, which will launch the first woman and next man to the Moon in 2024.

The Artemis III Science Definition Team team prioritised investigations that will help NASA understand the risks and potential resources of the Moon’s South Pole, where the agency hopes to establish its Artemis Base Camp concept by the end of the decade, said the report on Monday.

One of the key recommendations was that astronauts should be trained and equipped to collect a variety of surface and subsurface samples.

“The Moon holds vast scientific potential and astronauts are going to help us enable that science,” Thomas Zurbuchen, Associate Administrator for NASA’s Science Mission Directorate, said in a statement.

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explorers.”

Questions the team explored include how to approach investigations and key science activities on the lunar surface and how to incorporate science into the concept of operations for the crewed mission to the lunar surface.

The team also solicited papers from, and drew from many existing reports outlining the highest science priorities of, the lunar science community, which has been preparing

for the return of humans to the Moon’s surface for decades.

“Science will be integral to Artemis missions, and we look forward to planning missions of human and scientific discovery that draw on the thoughtful work of this team,” said Kathy Lueders, Associate Administrator for NASA’s Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate.

“The work NASA is already doing in science

will help prepare for the Artemis III landing in 2024 and maximise the science value of having humans back on the lunar surface for the first time since 1972.”

As was the experience during the Apollo era of human exploration, every second of an astronaut’s time on the lunar surface will be meticulously planned, and the report will provide a resource for mission planners who will be developing crew surface activities.

Activities related to field geology, sample collection and return, and deployed experiments all are part of the necessary mix of work to advance a science programme at the Moon.

NASA said it will develop a detailed mission operations plan when human landing system capabilities, a landing site, and other architectural details come into sharper focus.

The procedures and operations techniques developed for Artemis III will also inform future Artemis missions.

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Football coaching for girls underway in Phek Hoffenheim snap seven-game

While appreciating the parents for encouraging the girls to participate, the SP said that in every sport, the most crucial factor to motivate players is the support of the parents which every parent should do. SP Phek also pointed out that physical and mental developments are a must to compete with the rest of the world.

He suggested that girls have better chances to make it to the highest level than boys in Indian

football. With the upcoming women international football tournaments in the coming years, he urged the girls to work hard and find a place in the national team.

Miss Phek and Phek BBBP campaigner Shefüvi Pfithu expressed her excitement over the coaching camp and appealed them to make the best use of it.

“Remember that if you are able to shine your way out through this skill, then you are already, breaking

BERLIN, DEC 8 (IANS): Florian Grillitsch’s first Bundesliga brace helped Hoffenheim end its sevengame winless run as they defeated Augsburg 3-1 in their latest encounter in the ongoing German football league.

Hoffenheim on Monday grabbed a perfect start on home soil as Grillitsch scored the opener with the first chance of the game in the 17th minute, reports Xinhua news agency.

The Austrian international capitalised on the pinpoint cross to the far post from fellow countryman Christoph Baumgartner and beat Augsburg goalkeeper Rafal Gikiewicz from very close range.

Hoffenheim gained momentum and kept Augsburg’s defense busy as Grillitsch pulled wide three minutes later, before Sebastian Rudy and Baumgartner tested Gikiewicz in quick succession. But just when Hoffenheim appeared likely to score its second goal, it was the visitors who restored parity out of the blue at the halfhour mark, when Michael Gregoritsch’s cross allowed

Breakdancing to make Olympic debut in 2024 Paris Games PARIS, DEC 8 (IANS): The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has decided the event program and the athlete quotas for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games with ‘breaking’ -- a competitive form of breakdancing, skateboarding, sport climbing and surfing -- being confirmed as additional sports proposed by the Paris 2024 organising committee.

Skateboarding, sport climbing and surfing have already been included in next year’s Tokyo Olympics while breaking, having proved a great success at the Youth Olympic Games Buenos Aires 2018, will make its senior Olympic Games debut, reports Xinhua news agency.

Paris 2024 has assigned Place de la Concorde, an iconic square at the heart of Paris which links the Champs-Elysees to the Tuileries Gardens, to host the urban sports including skateboarding, sport climbing and breaking while the

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surfing competitions will be held at Teahupo’o site in Tahiti, French Polynesia in southern Pacific Ocean.

As a consequence of the exceptional situation caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the IOC and Paris 2024 have committed to reducing the cost and complexity of the Olympic Games. The athlete quota

set for Paris 2024 is 10,500, including new sports, which is 592 fewer than that of Tokyo 2020 (11,092). And the overall number of events was also reduced from 339 to 329.

“With this program, we are making the Olympic Games Paris 2024 fit for the post-corona world. We are further reducing the cost

and complexity of hosting the Games,” said IOC President Thomas Bach on Monday.

The highest quota reduction was made in weightlifting, which also had four events removed from the program. The sport now has five events per gender, with a quota of 120 athletes, compared to

196 in Tokyo (and prior to that, 260 at Rio 2016), with the specific weight classes to be finalised by the IWF in the fourth quarter of 2021.

Gender equality is another main feature of the Paris 2024 program.

Tokyo 2020 next year will be the first gender-equal Olympic Games, with an overall 48.8 per cent female participation, which will be further increased at Paris 2024, reaching the exact same number of male and female athletes for the first time in Olympic history.

Paris 2024 will also mark growth in mixed events on the program, compared to Tokyo 2020, from 18 to 22.

The Olympic program is developed in thorough consultation with the Paris 2024 Organizing Committee, International Federations (IFs), National Olympic Committees (NOCs) and athletes, and finalised by the IOC Executive Board upon the recommendations of the Olympic Program Commission.

IOC bans Belarusian President Lukashenko from Olympic Games ZURICH, DEC 8 (IANS): The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has decided to temporarily ban Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, also head of Belarus’ National Olympic Committee (NOC), from the Olympic Games. The IOC Executive Board on Monday decided to “exclude the currently elected members of the executive board of the NOC of Belarus from all IOC events and Alexander Lukashenko activities, including the Olympic “This includes, in particular, Games”, read a statement on the Mr. Alexander Lukashenko in his IOC website.

capacity as NOC President and legal representative of the NOC, Mr. Viktor Lukashenko in his capacity as NOC First Vice President and the person responsible for the NOC’s operations and activities on a daily basis and Mr. Dmitry Baskov in his capacity as NOC executive board member,” it added.

The IOC further said that it has come to the conclusion that it appears that the current leadership has not appropriately protected the Belarusian athletes from political discrimination within the NOC,

their member federations or the sports movement.

“This is contrary to the fundamental principles of the Olympic Charter therefore seriously affecting the reputation of the Olympic movement,” the statement read.

The IOC also decided to suspend all financial payments to the NOC of Belarus, with the exception of payments related to the preparations of the Belarusian athletes for, and their participation in, the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 and Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022.

Hoffenheim’s Florian Grillitsch celebrates after scoring a goal against Augsburg during the Bundesliga match.

Daniel Caligiuri to nod home.

Both sides had the chance to take the lead before the break, but Gikiewicz defused Andrej Kramaric’s promising effort, while Hoffenheim keeper Oliver Baumann denied Florian Niederlechner from a tight angle at the other end.

After the restart, Hoffenheim took a 2-1 lead as Ihlas Bebou’s header found Grillitsch, who shrugged off defender Jeffrey Gouweleeuw before drilling the ball into the

bottom corner just seconds into the half. Hoffenheim wasn’t done with scoring, as Bebou got his name on the scoreboard as well after dancing through Augsburg’s defense to beat Gikiewicz on 50 minutes.

H e i k o H e r r l i c h ’s men tried to respond and thought they had reduced the arrears, but Gregoritsch’s goal was ruled offside at the hour mark.

Wi t h t h e v i c t o r y, Hoffenheim climb to the 10th position while Augsburg slips to 11th place in the standings.

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With immense pride and joy, we would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Shri C. Hongya Phom from Bhümnyü Village, for being promoted to the post of Superintendent, Class I Gazetted Officer under the Department of Social Welfare, Nagaland, Kohima.

We further extend our best wishes for his future endeavours.

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CONGRATULATORY NOTE Wi th gre a t jo y a n d pride, we the Tamlu Union, Dimapur would like to congratulate Miss Moikem Yanlem on her achievement by selecting to undergo MBBS course.

Furthermore, we, the TUD extends our best wishes for her future endeavours and may the Almighty God bless and guide her in days to come on whatever she strives for.

(Manyong) (T. Bangtick Nekong) Fin. Secy., TUD Gen. Secy., TUD

FELICITATION Wi t h i m m e n s e pride and joy, we, the To b u A r e a U n i o n , Dimapur would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Shri.

K.S. Anden Konyak on being inducted into the Indian Administrative Service.

The TAUD further wishes and prays that Almighty God to grant good health, wisdom and success in all his future endeavours.

HB Moba President, TAUD

C Sheyau General Secretary, TAUD

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NEW DELHI, DEC 8 (IANS): The upcoming elections of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), slated to take place on December 18, have been postponed after a majority of its member state associations expressed safety concerns over Covid-19 pandemic, it was announced on Tuesday. Members were perhaps also nervous after an official of another sports body died of Covid-19.

A large number of voting members of BFI are above 60 years and are in the high-risk Covid-19 category and thus 23 state associations out of 32 wrote to the Returning Officer, Justice Rajesh Tandon, requesting postponement of the elections, said a BFI statement.

Subsequently, the Returning Officer wrote to the boxing federation recommending that elections be deferred. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has also given its approval for the postponement.

Earlier, a senior sports administrator of another national sports federation, who had come to Delhi to participate in his federation’s electoral process, died due to Covid-19.

Former president of the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) and BJP leader Ashish Shelar was set to take on incumbent BFI chief Ajay Singh and had filed his nomination papers last week.

parents will determine the future of the children in becoming professional sportspersons. As a sports enthusiast, he also called upon the need for proper sports infrastructure to develop professional sports in the state Superintendent of Police, Phek Vesupra Kezo, said football coaching has to be conducted taking into account the age and capability of the player especially at the grassroot level.

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Coach instructing the participating children during the coaching camp at Phek Town local ground on December 8.

stereotypes” she added.

The football coaches undertaking the training camp are coach- ACI Football Academy Manipur (AIFF “D” License), Lavoriyi Theluo, coach United Falcon Club Medziphema (AIFF “D” License), Ciu Zashemo, coach Life Sports (AIFF “D” License), Diethozotuo, coach- United 16 Kohima (AIFF “D” License), Akhrielie, coach - Barak FC Junior Football Academy (AIFF “D” License), Daniel Rongmei, Bachelor of Physical Education, Khrolo -u T. Mero, coach - Elite Football Club Kohima (AIFF “D” License), Thangchapou Rongmai.

E a r l i e r, S D O ( C ) & Nodal Officer BBBP, Phek N Bhavani moderated the programme, invocation by Police Baptist Church DEF, Phek pastor Veruyoyi, and special song

by Hobito Swuro. The participants were also given BBBP Logo t-shirt by the organising committee. DA & DLCW-MSK, Phek also appreciated the parents for showing positive response by bringing the children for the football camp. The five-day long coaching camp will conclude on December 12.

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PHEK, DEC 8 (NPN): A five-day long coaching camp for girls got underway at Phek Town local ground on December 8 under “Beti Bachao Beti Padhao”. A total of 105 participants have registered for the coaching camp. The camp is being organised by District Administration Phek & DLCW-Mahila Shakti Kendra supported by Nagaland Football Coaches Association (NFCA) and DEF, Phek.

A press release issued

by DA & DLCW MSK Phek stated that director Life Ministries & vice-president of Nagaland Football Association (NFA), Colo Mero graced the occasion as guest of honour during the inaugural session.

In his speech, Mero suggested that grassroots sports training was the key to developed professional sports in Nagaland.

He further appreciated the district administration and police for coming together to conduct the much needed football coaching for grassroots in the district.

Adding that nowadays most of the sportspersons are students, he pointed out that sports friendly institutions and supportive

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India lose 3rd T20 but win series by 2-1

SYDNEY, DEC 8 (IANS): Riding on wicket-keeperbatsman Matthew Wade’s 80 and Glenn Maxwell’s 54 and a combined haul of five wickets for 64 runs in 10 overs by spinners Mitchell Swepson, Adam Zampa and Maxwell, Australia defeated India by 12 runs in the third and final T20 International at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

The win restored some pride for Australia as they had lost the series 2-1 after going down in the first two matches.

The Aussies had won the ODI series 2-1 prior to the T20Is. India, who lost KL Rahul on just the second ball of the innings as the opener holed out to deep mid-wicket, kept losing wickets at regular intervals as the top-order caved in.

Only skipper Virat Kohli kept up the fight, making 85 off 61 deliveries. At one point in time, it seemed that Kohli and Hardik Pandya would tilt the game in India’s favour as they took 20 runs in the 16th over and 13 runs in the 17th over to bring the equation down to 43 off 18 balls.

However, Pandya was dismissed off the first ball

Balotelli signs for Italian second division club Monza

ROME, DEC 8 (AGENCIES): Italian striker Mario Balotelli has signed with second division side Monza for the rest of the 2020-21 season, the club said. Balotelli has been a free agent since leaving his hometown club Brescia earlier this year and the 30year-old will link up with another former AC Milan player, midfielder KevinPrince Boateng.

Balotelli’s turbulent career has involved stints at some of Europe’s biggest clubs, including AC and Inter Milan, Manchester City, Liverpool, Nice and Olympique de Marseille.

He also won 36 caps and scored 14 goals for Italy.

Monza, who earned promotion to the secondtier Serie B last season, were bought by former AC Milan owner Silvio Berlusconi in 2018, three years after they were relegated to the fourth tier due to bankruptcy.

Members of the Indian team with the winners’ trophy at the end of the third T20 international cricket match between Australia and India in Sydney, Tuesday. (AP/PTI)

of the 18th over for a 13ball 20 and soon after that Kohli was dismissed on the first ball of the 19th over.

Swepson was the star for Australia picking three for 23 in his four overs. He removed Shikhar Dhawan (28 off 21), Sanju Samson (10 off 9) and Shreyas Iyer (first-ball duck).

Earlier, Wade’s 80 and a quick-fire 54 from Glenn Maxwell helped Australia set an imposing 187-run target for India.

Put into bat, Australia

didn’t have a great start as they lost skipper Aaron Finch in the second over. Finch was caught by Hardik Pandya at mid-off off Washington Sundar and went back to the pavilion without troubling the scorers.

Wade, who was leading the hosts in the second T20I in the absence of injured Finch, however, kept scoring boundaries at the other end and carried the Australian innings forward.

Australia moved to 51/1 at the end of the powerplay. Finch and Steve smith added 65 runs for the second-wicket before Smith was dismissed by Sundar in the 10th over at his individual score of 24.

But Wade, who had scored a well-rounded 58 in the second T20I, brought his second consecutive fifty in the 11th over bowled by left-arm pace bowler T Natarajan.

Glenn Maxwell, who came into bat next, then

stitched another 50-plus partnership with Wade to take Australia on course for a big score.

Maxwell, in particular, was at his menacing best as he clubbed two sixes in the final over of legspinner Yuzvendra Chahal who went for 41 in his four overs. The right-handed batsman played plenty of reverse sweeps and switch hits during the course of his 36-ball innings.

The duo added 90 runs in just 53 balls before Wade was out in the penultimate over of the innings. His 53ball 80 included seven fours and two sixes.

Maxwell, after scoring 54 with the help of three fours and three sixes, was bowled by Natarajan in the final over.

For India, Sundar returned with figures of 2/34 while Natarajan picked a wicket while conceding 33 runs in his four overs.

Brief scores: Australia 186/5 wkts in 20 overs (Matthew Wade 80, Glenn Maxwell 54; Washington Sundar 2/34) beat India 174/7 wkts in 20 overs (V Kohli 85, S Dhawan 28, H Pandya 20, M Swepson 3/23, G Maxwell 1/20, A Zampa 1/21) by 12 runs

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Machado brace secures a draw for NE United against Bengaluru FC in ISL

Players of Bengaluru FC and NorthEast United in action during the ISL match.

PANAJI, DEC 8 (AGENCIES): Bengaluru FC and NorthEast United shared spoils in an exciting 2-2 Indian Super League (ISL) clash on Tuesday at the Fatorda Stadium, Goa. Luis Machado (4’, 78’) scored a brace for the Highlanders while Juanan Gonzalez (13’) and Udanta Singh (70’) netted for the Blues. Gerard Nus made four changes to the NorthEast lineup which defeated East Bengal 2-0 in their last match. Dylan Fox, Lalrempuia Fanai, VP Suhar and Roccharzela replaced Mashoor Shereef, Lalengmawia, Ninthoinganba Meetei and Idrissa Sylla.

Carles Cuadrat, on the other hand, decided not to make any change in the Bengaluru lineup that defeated Chennaiyin in their last game. NorthEast United took an early lead courtesy a brilliant move which was initiated by Luis Machado who found VP Suhair on the right flank with a long ball. Suhair did well to go past Ashique Kuruniyan before forwarding the ball to Rochharzela inside the box, who cut into the centre and took a shot. The ball was deflected off Machado’s chest on its way into the net.

Bengalur u restored parity in an unusual manner in the 13th minute. A

long throw-in from Rahul Bheke came off Dylan Fox’s chest and Juanan slotted the ball in at the end of a melee inside the box.

Harmanjot Khabra should have handed Bengaluru the lead after he received a cross from Kuruniyan inside the box. The right-back was unmarked and had a clear sight of the goal but he took a touch, attempted the shot with his weaker foot and the ball went out. It was end-to-end action in the first half with both teams creating chances to score.

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Important for captains to have New Maradona banknote proposed in Argentina batsmen who can bowl: Raina

Suresh Raina

New Delhi, Dec 8 (IANS) Having batsmen who can fill-in as part-time bowlers is important as it gives a captain options, according to veteran batsman Suresh Raina. Raina, who himself is a handy offspinner and was someone former India captain MS Dhoni turned to occasionally while playing for the national team, said that his bowling abilities developed in the local tournaments he played, before playing pro-

fessional cricket, in which players needed to do a everything.

“It is very important for a batsman to bowl and a bowler to bat, it is always useful for the team,” Raina said at the launch of the FrontRow app. “It is very important for any captain that a batsman chips in with 4-5 overs and just slows the proceedings before your best bowler is back in the attack.”

Raina, 34, was a regular

in an Indian team that contained part-time bowlers like Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag and Yuvraj Singh, who all chipped in with important wickets in addition to fulfilling their primary task of scoring runs. Yuvraj ended up being India’s second highest wicket-taker in their victorious World Cup campaign in 2011, in addition to scoring 362 runs in just eight innings.

“Sachin paaji bowled, Viru bhai took a lot of wickets. Yuvi paaji helped us win the World Cup with the momentum,” Raina said.

“When we used to play tournaments in the villages, to be in the team, we had to bowl alongside batting otherwise we weren’t selected.

Fielding had to be good as we didn’t know if we’d get a chance to bat or not. Bowling is arduous, no one likes to do it. But then the captain gets a choice that this player can bowl.”

BUENOS AIRES, DEC 8 (AGENCIES): An Argentine senator has proposed putting an image of the late football star Diego Maradona on new banknotes.

Maradona, who led Argentina to the 1986 World Cup title, died two weeks ago at the age of 60.

Senator Norma Durango presented the bill to Congress on Monday to get the late player on the 1,000peso ($12, £9) note, the highest denomination.

It would feature Maradona’s face on one side and a picture of one of his most famous goals on the other, she said.

The bill suggests the notes should “carry the effigy of Diego Armando Maradona on one side and the moment of the second goal against England, scored in Mexico, on 22 June 1986, on the other”, newspaper La Nación reports.

The senator also suggested putting his image on

A man holds a currency with Diego Maradona on a proposed bank note.

commemorative stamps.

“The idea is not just to recognise our most important idol, but also to think of the economic question,” Ms Durango said. “We feel that when tourists come here they will want to take a ‘Maradona’ away with them.”

Maradona’s two most famous goals came in the 1986 World Cup quarter-

final against England.

The player was captain when Argentina won the tournament, scoring the second famous “Hand of God” goal against England in the quarter-finals.

Ms Durango said the final decision would be made by lawmakers, who are expected to hear her proposal early next year.

The 60-year-old foot-

ball legend died of a heart attack at his home late last month.

Maradona had a successful operation on a brain blood clot earlier in November and had been due to be treated for alcohol dependency.

He scored 34 goals in 91 appearances for Argentina, representing them in four World Cups.

Southampton up to 5th in EPL American Kenin named Pogba ‘unhappy’ at Man Utd and after overcoming Brighton 2-1 WTA Player of the Year ‘has to change teams’: Agent Raiola

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Southampton’s Jannik Vestergaard, scores his side’s opening goal during the EPL match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Southampton in Brighton, Monday. (AP/PTI)

B R I G H T O N, D E C 8 (AGENCIES): Southampton extended its unbeaten run against Brighton to eight games and moved into fifth place in the English Premier League with a 2-1 win on Monday.

As 2,000 Brighton fans were welcomed back in their home stadium for the first time following a nine-month absence because of COVID19 pandemic restrictions, Southampton rallied after going a goal behind.

Brighton took the lead

from the spot in the 25th minute, when Pascal Gross sent goalkeeper Alex McCarthy the wrong way after James Ward-Prowse handled the ball in the area.

Ralph Hasenhuttl’s lineup equalized just before halftime after Ward-Prowse made up for his earlier error to pick out Jan Vestergaard, who headed home the corner.

With 10 minutes remaining, substitute Danny Ings fired home on his return from injury after Southamp-

ton was awarded a disputed penalty, with Brighton players claiming the foul took place outside the area.

Kyle Walker-Peters was brought down by Solly March and the referee initially awarded a free kick until a lengthy VAR intervention changed the decision to a penalty.

“The longer it (the VAR review) took, the more I was convinced that it was inside the box because otherwise they wouldn’t have looked so long,” Hasenhuttl said.

F L O R I DA , D E C 8 (AGENCIES):American Sofia Kenin has been named WTA Player of the Year after winning her maiden Grand Slam singles title at the Australian Open.

Kenin defeated World No. 1 Ashleigh Barty in the semi-finals and twice Grand Slam champion Garbine Muguruza in the final to claim the title at Melbourne Park. Kenin also reached the French Open final and finished the season ranked a career-high No. 4.

The 22-year-old is the eighth American to win the WTA Player of the Year accolade, joining Serena Williams, Martina Navratilova, Lindsay Davenport, Tracy Austin, Chris Evert, Venus Williams and Jennifer Capriati.

Iga Swiatek, who became the first Polish player to win a Grand Slam singles title when she beat Kenin in the French Open final, was named the WTA’s Most Improved Player of the Year.

Former world number one Victoria Azarenka was named WTA Comeback Player of the Year after she claimed her first title in over four years at the Western & Southern Open and advanced to her fifth career Grand Slam final at the U.S. Open. The Belarusian also regained her spot in the WTA Top 20.

F r a n c e ’s K r i s t i n a Mladenovic and Hungary’s Timea Babos were voted the WTA’s doubles duo of the year after capturing the Australian Open and Roland Garros titles.

Manchester, Dec 8 (Agencies):Paul Pogba is “unhappy” at Manchester United and “has to change teams” in the next transfer window, says his agent Mino Raiola.

The France midfielder’s current contract runs until June 2022.

Pogba, 27, has made only eight Premier League appearances this season, starting five, and scored his first goal of the campaign on Saturday.

“Paul is unhappy. He is no longer able to express himself as he would like and as expected of him,” Raiola said.

He told Tuttosport: “He has to change teams; he has to change the air.

“He has a contract that will expire in a year and a half, but I think the best solution for the parties is to sell him in the next market.” Raiola said it was not Pogba’s “intention” to extend his contract.

Pogba, who rejoined United from Juventus for £89m in 2016, has made no secret of his desire to play for Real Madrid.

In November, France m a n a ge r D i d i e r D e s champs said Pogba “can-

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not be happy” with his situation at United.

Pogba made only 22 appearances in all competitions last season because of an ankle injury, but in August Raiola said new contract discussions would

take place. But Raiola said on Monday that Pogba’s time at United is now “over”.

“It is useless to go around it,” he said. “Better to speak clearly, look ahead and not waste time.”

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