December 12, 2018

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Vol XXIX No. 10

DIMAPUR, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2018 Pages 12 ` 5.0

Zoramthanga back with a bang

Everton hold Watford 2-2

Trump approves strategy to combat WMD terrorism

northeast, Page 4

sports, Page 11

international, Page 9

Cong makes a come back in Hindi heartland; stuns BJP

NEW DELHI/DIMAPUR, DEC 11 (AGENCIES/NPN): A resurgent Congress Tuesday made significant gains in the Assembly elections, dealing a body blow to the BJP in Chattisgarh and Rajasthan and was locked in a cliffhanger in Madhya Pradesh.

The reverses for the BJP in the Hindi heartland threw wide open the 2019 Lok Sabha elections which until a few months ago appeared to be in the grip of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party. The Assembly polls held for five states also saw the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) recording a landslide win for a second consecutive term and the Mizo National Front (MNF) scripting a spectacular victory dislodging the Congress in its last bastion in the Northeast to return to power after 10 years.

Rahul says, Clear message to Modi: Buoyed by Congress’ good showing in the polls that was dubbed as a semi-final for the 2019 general elections, party president Rahul Gandh said the outcome is a “clear message” to the Modi government that people are not happy with it and time has

ZBN questions legitimacy of 2 signatories DIMAPUR, DEC 11 (NPN): While appreciating the concern expressed by some tribal leaders recently over the state of affairs in Naga Hoho, Zeliangrong Baudi Nagaland (ZB-N) has, however, questioned the legitimacy of Visa Meru and Joshua Newmai, both of whom had appended their signatures in the statement on behalf of Zeliang People’s Organisation (ZPO).

Clarifying to news reports of tribal leaders expressing concern regarding Naga Hoho, ZB (N) stated that Visa Meru was not working in public mandated organisation of Zeliangrong people in Peren district or elsewhere, while Joshua Newmai was a government servant.

(Cont’d on p-7)

GPRN/NSCN cautions

DIMAPUR, DEC 11 (NPN): GPRN/NSCN has cautioned and warned all its members (both civil and military wing) not to seek donations during the festival season. GPRN/ NSCN through its MIP also informed all business establishments and offices not to entertain such approaches. Further, GPRN/ NSCN cautioned that anyone found doing so would be dealt with “as per the Azha of the nation.”

This is it!

“Listen, we’re Tourist Police like state ambassadors. But you’re only police on duty”.

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State

Cong

BJP

TRS

MNF

BSP

Others

Chhattisgrah

68

16

0

4

0

2

Madhya Pradesh

114

109

0

2

0

5

Mizoram

5

1

0

0

26

Rajashthan

99

73

0

6

0

Telangana

21+

1

88

0

0

21

(Source: Results by ECI via Neilsen till 11.30 p.m. December 11)

come for a change. Prime Minister Narendra Modi got a massive mandate but refused to listen to “heartbeat of the country”, Gandhi told reporters.

With Congress set to form governments in Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan and locked in a close fight in Madhya Pradesh, Gandhi said the selection of chief ministers in the three states will be done “smoothly”.

“We have defeated the BJP in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh...

There will be no issue over (selection of) chief minister.

It will be done smoothly.”

Modi accepts people’s mandate: After his partyBJP lost its stronghold in the Hindi heartland, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday took to twitter saying: “I thank the people

of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan for giving us the opportunity to serve these states. The BJP Governments in these states worked tirelessly for the welfare of the people.”

He congratulated Congress, TRS and MNF for their victories.

C h a t t i s ga rh : I n a shock result, the Congress ended Chief Minister Raman Singh’s uninterrupted 15-year rule in Chattisgarh.

It won 22 and was leading in 46 in the 90-member House while the BJP was relegated to a distant second spot winning 3 and ahead in 13, according to latest trends available with the Election Commission.

Raman Singh submitted his resignation to Governor Anandiben Patel and said he accepts responsibil-

ity for BJP’s poor showing.

Rajasthan: Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje too handed over her resignation to Governor Kalyan Singh in Jaipur.

The Congress and allies was heading towards majority in the desert state, winning 101 out of 199 seats. The BJP had 73 seats in its kitty.

Rajasthan has a 200member assembly but polling in Alwar’s Ramgarh constituency was postponed following the death of the BSP candidate there. The Congress will hold its legislature party meeting in Jaipur to decide on who will be the chief minister. Former chief minister Ashok Gehlot and Pilot are frontrunners for the top post.

Madhya Pradesh: As Madhya Pradesh appears to be heading for a cliffhanger

TVAC protest Hornbill events in their area DIMAPUR, DEC 11 (NPN): Barely a day after successful conclusion of the 19th edition of Hornbill Festival at Naga Heritage Village Kisama, a new controversy has erupted with residents of Tungjoy village in Manipur’s Senapati district on Tuesday questioning the wisdom of Nagaland government in organising few activities of the festival in their area without their consent.

A statement issued by Tungjoy Village Authority Council (TVAC) chairman PS Seva alleged that boating, hiking, angling, go kart, country ride, jungle ride, etc, were forcibly organised at the tourist destination “Anyothro”, which it claimed to be under their jurisdiction.

According TVAC, the area where the events were held was situated between Khezhakeno village in Nagaland’s Phek district and Tungjoy village in Manipur’s Senapati district.

TVAC warned that this could deepen the divide that already existed between the Tungjoy villagers and Khezhakeno villagers and lead to unwanted situation and escalation of tension in the area. Claiming that the land was never disputed, TVAC added that Tungjoy villagers used to cultivate potato, cabbage and paddy in the area in the past without any disturbance. It mentioned that even the deputy commissioners of both Phek and Senapati districts had earlier signed an agreement not to disturb the villagers.

Alleging that Nagaland governor PB Acharya had inaugurated Chida Resort on November 10 despite their strong objection as the area was under their jurisdiction, TVAC questioned the moral and legal authority of the Nagaland government over the land. The council questioned the wisdom and rationality of the Nagaland

government in organising the mega event of Hornbill Festival in the area without the knowledge and consent of the people of the village.

The council, however, appreciated holding of the Hornbill Festival, organised

by Nagaland’s art & culture and tourism departments.

It also appreciated the concept note of the festival that stated that its objective was to unite different tribes of the Northeast that have been bogged down by inter-tribal conflict and violence in the past, uphold and sustain distinct identity of dialects, customs and traditions of all ethnic tribes of the State, revive and protect the rich culture of the State and also to showcase traditions.

The Tungjoy villagers were thrilled to discover that festival was celebrated every year with these beautiful ideals, attracting hosts of local as well as foreign tourists, the statement added.

with the ruling BJP and Congress locked in a close fight, small parties and independents may play a crucial role in deciding who forms the next government.

In the 230-member assembly, Congress won 114 seats, as counting was still underway till late night.

The BJP bagged 109 seats and BSP two seats. The party which is able to bag 116 seats will take over the throne which has been ruled

by Bharatiya Janta Party for last three terms.

Three-time Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who was battling anti-incumbency, won the Budhni seat but a dozen ministers were trailing behind Congress candidates.

Senior Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia said the trends reflected people’s desire for a change in Madhya Pradesh while state Congress chief Kamal Nath exuded confidence they will form the government in the state. “Trends show Congress marching ahead to victory in Rajasthan, MP and Chhattisgarh. We are confident the trend will continue across the country,” Congress leader Sachin Pilot said in Jaipur.

Dmu civil society groups flay report DIMAPUR, DEC 11 (NPN): Combined civil society group of Naga Council Dimapur (NCD), Dimapur Urban Council Chairman Federation (DUCCF), GBs Union Dimapur (GBUD) and Naga Women Hoho Dimapur (NWHD) have jointly condemned what they described as “false allegation” published in a local daily on December 7, 2018 under the headline “December fest: Biz community flags DMC for involving political party”.

In a joint statement, NCD vice president, DUCCF president, GBUD president and NWHD publicity & information secretary stated that the report was not only implicating and defaming DMC, a government agency, but also all civil societies and the organizing committee “The Better Dimapur Team”.

Telangana: The TRS is set to form its second successive government in Telangana where it won a simple majority and is heading for a landslide with its candidates clinching 88 seats in the 119-member House in a resounding endorsement of its chief K Chandrasekhar Rao’s popularity.

Rao himself won by a margin of over 51,000 votes from his Gajwel seat, trouncing V Pratap Reddy of the Congress. The Congress bagged 19 seats while and TDP 2 seats.

Mizoram: Mizo National Front (MNF) on Tuesday scripted a spectacular victory in Mizoram, uprooting the Congress to return to power after 10 years. The MNF won 26 seats in the 40member Assembly while the Congress managed to bag only five seats compared to 34 seats it won in the 2013.

MNF chief Zoramthanga met Mizoram Governor K Rajasekharan to stake claim and form government in Mizoram.

BJP scripted history in the Christian dominated state, with Buddha Dhan Chakma wining from Tuichawng constituency in Lawngtlai district.

Cong loses last bation in NE

Congress, which appears to be on the road to victory in BJP-ruled Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan and is locked in a close fight in Madhya Pradesh, has lost Mizoram to Mizo National Front’s (MNF) which got 26 seats in the 40-member assembly.

The MNF, previously an underground outfit, had signed the Mizo Accord in 1986 with the central government renouncing secession and violence and its leader Laldenga became the chief minister.

“It is simple. The Mizo people were fed up with 10 years of Congress rule that was full of corruption, mismanagement and no development,” said K. Sangthuama, an MNF party worker in Aizawl.

Five-time CM Lal Thanhawla loses both seats: In a shocking result, five-time chief minister of Mizoram, Lal Thanhawla, who contested from Champhai South and Serchhip lost both the seats.

While he lost Champhai to Mizo National Front’s (MNF) TJ Lal-

Supposed Modi magic on the wane: NPCC

DIMAPUR, DEC 11 (NPN): Rejoicing at party’s victory, the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) Tuesday said that the road to 2019 was getting clearer and the supposed magic of Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on the wane.

NPCC through its media cell claimed that the resounding assembly election victory of Indian National Congress (INC) heralds the beginning of a new era under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi.

NPCC said people were fed up of Modi’s “jhumlas and slandering opponents” that have lowered the dignity of the Prime Minister’s office. It also said that the tall promises of BJP were sounding hollow day by day and the mood of the nation was gravitating towards (Cont’d on p-7) teaching them a more befit-

ting lesson in 2019.

With regard to Nagaland, NPCC said when people from major states can reject BJPs communal brand of politics, Nagas should retrospect and join hands to strengthen Congress and defeat the communal BJP and its “regional comfort parties like NDPP and NPF.” Congress maintained that BJP being part of ruling government in Nagaland with the help of the two regional parties during the past 16 years has made a mockery of Nagas in the eyes of the nation. Meanwhile, NPCC has congratulated the state Congress units for working hard against all odds to triumph over BJP. It also congratulated and thanked the people for “outrightly rejecting BJP and its brand of communal politics that has polarized the country like never before.”

Visitors comment on Hornbill Festival 2018 NERFFSO summits memo to Gov Correspondent

KOHIMA, DEC 11 (NPN): After the curtains came down to one among the greatest government shows in India, the ten-day Hornbill International Festival has received much acclaim from visiting dignitaries while the other less important guests, barring the ‘western foreigners’ , were left feeling second class in an environment of VIP culture.

It may be mentioned that the state government had reportedly allotted Rs.5 crore for the Hornbill carnival of festivities though the expenditure could be adjusted and could climb higher.

The entire Hornbill Festival reflected the dominance of the state machinery and fund and had the imprint of government functionaries in the choice and selection of work assignments to private firms,

though without calling for tender.

Inaugural programme: The Hornbill fatigue had already set in on the ordinary public and also the government servants. This was noticeable by the management on the opening day on December 1 at Kisama, when many visitors complained that they had to wait since early morning hours after travelling by hired taxis from Kohima.

The visitors/tourists expected a host of tribes presenting cultural dances on the opening day but it consisted only of a folk song and folk dance by two tribal troupes Also, in the earlier years, the amphitheatre used to be filled at the Centre by various cultural troupes in their glittering and colourful traditional attires. This time the amphitheatre was packed with tourists and the cultural troupes were forced

out to the periphery. Music aficionados were however delighted to be treated to western and traditional music entertainment.

Some of the tourists were also disappointed to see cultural troupes from other states as they had come to witness Naga culture and did not bargain for a cultural exchange programme.

Roads: As expected roads added to the chaotic programmes as tourists were ‘powdered’ with dust and a bone rattling experience while riding roads in Nagaland.

One tourist from Bengaluru found it difficult to understand how the government could spend Rs.5 crore for ten days but no fund to repair potholes for the Hornbill.

HIRC: The Hornbill International rock festival has indeed become famous because of the tempting

cash prizes offered to winning bands. Shifting of the rock contest from Kohima to Dimapur, was resented.

A Belgian tourist said his dream to visit Nagaland was largely fuelled by an interest in witnessing the Hornbill rock contest in Kohima. He admitted that it was “very disappointing, that the contest was shifted to Dimapur.”

Domestic tourists from Manipur supported the state government’s objective of promoting tourism but felt it was not going in the right direction as the state lacked good roads and connectivity and tourism infrastructure.

Uncontrolled prices annoyed tourists: As reported by Nagaland Post on December 9, the exorbitant rates on food items at Kisama and night carnival, hotel rooms, home stay and taxi cabs made the entire experience disappointing.

NERFFSO delegation with P.B. Acharya on Tuesday.

DIMAPUR, DEC 11 (NPN): A delegation of North East Region Freedom Fighter’s Successor’s Organisation (NERFFSO) Tuesday met Nagaland Governor, PB Acharya, at Raj Bhavan Kohima and submitted a memorandum seeking construction of road communication around Kohima in memory of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.

In the memorandum addressed to the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, the NERFFSO suggested that in memory of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose a road may be constructed as (Cont’d on p-7) “British Road” on the west-

ern side of Kohima starting from New Secretariat to Forest Colony via High Court at Merema, Naga Hospital and Paramedical Colony. It further suggested that another road on the Eastern side of the town name “Japanese Road” could be constructed from Arudura Hill to BSF camp via Lerie, Chandmari and Sikhazou.

The organisation stated that such projects would strengthen Indo-Japanese and Indo-British ties as well.

According to a Raj Bhavan statement, the Governor Acharya assured the NERFFSO to forward the letter to the Prime Minster.

Lalthanhawla (File)

nuntluanga, Serchhip was snatched by Zoram People’s Movement’s (ZPM) chief ministerial candidate Lalduhoma.

Lal Thanhawla resigned Tuesday evening following the debacle by Congress in the assembly election and admitted that he had “underestimated” the opposition strength.

The 76-year-old Congress leader has been ruling the state since December 2008. In the 2013 assembly elections, he became the chief minister for the fifth time, a record in Mizoram.

Cabinet Minister and Lal Thanhawla’s brother Lal Thanzara also lost his seat in Aizawl North.

NMA, DDGBA back NGBF peace rally DIMAPUR, DEC 11 (NPN): Naga Mothers’ Association (NMA) has extended its solidarity and support to the Nagaland GB Federation (NGBF)’s proposed “peace rally” scheduled to be held on December 12, 2018 in all the districts headquarters and two sub-divisional to convey to the government of India to expedite the Naga peace process.

In a press release, NMA president, Abei-ü Meru, said “As mothers, our concern for peace comes a long way.

Enough blood has been shed for the cause of the Nagas and we reiterate our stand of working for peace and unity with no bias towards any.”

NMA stated that Naga mothers have walked extra miles in their humble endeavour to bring peace and further assured their commitment to continuing peace initiatives in whatever ways possible. (Cont’d on p-7)

Das named new RBI Governor NEW DELHI, DEC 11 (PTI): Former bureaucrat Shaktikanta Das on Tuesday Shaktikanta Das was appointed the new governor of the Reserve Bank of India, a government statement said.

Das, who retired as Economic Affairs Secretary in May 2017, has been appointed for a term of three years. “The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the appointment of Shaktikanta Das, former secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, as Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a period of three years,” an official order said.

He replaces Urjit Patel, who surprisingly resigned from the central bank Monday.

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LBCA triennial general conference at Okotso DIMAPUR: Lotha Baptist Churches Association (LBCA) held its 96th triennial general conference at Okotso Baptist Church (OBC) under the theme, “Behold, I am the Lord thy God” - Leviticus 10:17 from December 7 to 9.

A press release by LBCA triennial conference, publicity committee stated that the three-day conference was opened by Rev. Nyanchumo Lotha, executive secretary LBCA with a prayer invoking God’s blessing. Rev. Dr. L. Tsanso, president LBCA gave a expository message on the theme.

On the second day Mhonchumo S. Lotha, general secretary, LBCA took Bible study in the morning followed by a daylong departmental reporting besides adoption of the fourpoint resolutions for the coming year. In the evening, Dr. Abeni Patton assistant professor, Baptist Theological College, Pfutsero gave sermon on the theme “We are God’s people” – Deuteronomy 26:12.

Day three started with presentation of the audit report for 2017-18 and proposal and approval of the general budget for 2018-19.

During the morning devo-

DIMAPUR: District administration Wokha organized a seminar and sensitization of girl clubs in Wokha district under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) on December 8 at Youth Centre Don Bosco Higher Secondary School.

According to DIPR report, deputy commissioner, Wokha, Dr.Manazir Jeelani Samoon, emphasized on the importance of having adolescent girl club and urged those who have not enrolled themselves to join

Meeting for Republic Day

DIMAPUR: Meeting for Commerce; IGAR (North), the forthcoming Republic Nagaland, Kohima; SpeDay celebration on January cial Secretary, Home De26, 2019 has been convened partment; Secretary, Home on December 12 at 12 pm (Disaster Management); at the office chamber of Secretary, Home, SAB; Secthe Home Commissioner, retary, PHE; Secretary, CoNagaland. operation; Secretary, FisherThe following officers/ ies; Secretary, Soil & Water departments have requested Conservation; Secretary, to attend the meeting: Di- Art & Culture; Secretary, rector General of Police, Social Welfare; DIG, CRPF, Nagaland, Kohima; Princi- Nagaland, Kohima; DIG, pal Secretary, Agri & APC; Fire; Deputy CommissionPrincipal Secretary, School er, Kohima; Director, Sainik Education; Principal Secre- Welfare & Resettlement; tary, Horticulture; Principal Director, Youth Resource Secretary, Health & Family & Sports; Director, Music Welfare; Commissioner & Task Force; Deputy ComSecretary, Land Resource mandant General, Home Development; Commis- Guards & Civil Defence; sioner & Secretary, IPR; Superintendent of Police, Commissioner & Secretary, Kohima; Commandant, Sericulture; Commissioner 164 Naga Territorial Army, & Secretary, Women Re- Jakhama; Commandant, Advisor, Horticulture Mhathung Yanthan exhorting source Dev; Commissioner 155th Bn BSF Battalion, & Secretary, Rural Devel- Chedema; CEO, Kohima the congregation. opment; Commissioner Municipal Council, Kotion, Rev. Abemo Jungio, different range fellowship/ & Secretary, Irrigation & hima; Executive engineer, associate pastor WTBC churches under the associa- Flood Control; Commis- PWD (H), Nagaland Civil sioner & Secretary, Ind. & Secretariat. spoke on the theme “Arise tion. and shine o people of God” This year the conferfrom Isaiah 60:1-3 and ence was hosted by Sungro Mhathung Yanthan, advi- Yingsung Baptist Ekhumsor, Horticulture, exhorted kho Khumshum (SYBEK) DIMAPUR: Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) the believers. comprising of five Bap- kedahge ‘gen. (retd) Viyalie Metha on behalf of the govThe programme cul- tist Churches from Pangti, ernment has extended Christmas greetings and Happy minated with an evening Okotso, Sungro, Aree Old New Year 2019 to Naga people at home and abroad. devotion where Rev. Dr. and Aree New villages.

In a press release, Viyalie Metha stated that Christmas Ezamo Murry, former prinThe next triennial con- day meant “free gifts of heavenly love, peace and joy cipal ETC Jorhat delivered ference will be held in 2021 to the world” and therefore appealed to spiritually and a sermon on the theme and will be hosted by Old carnally renew “ourselves” and let words of God reside “Seek the Lord and live” - Riphyim Baptist Church. within “our” hearts. Stating that, “we have hardly had Amos 5:6.

Altogether 485 delegates a peaceful Christmas in our land ever since we formally LBCA has 140 church- from 91 churches attended declared our age-old independence on 14th August es affiliated under it and as delegates apart from the 1947”, Viyalie appealed, “let us continue to look unto the triennial conferences believers of the five host God for His intervention in bringing real peace in our are hosted in turn by the churches. country Nagaland and good will to all mankind.”

the club since it was beneficial for them. He also noted that under BBBP scheme adolescent clubs would be formed in all blocks and some clubs have already formed in some schools in the town.

He encouraged them to join the club because basic life skill and other job orientated trainings were given and more were in the pipeline.

Short speeches were delivered by Dr.Abeni Kikon, D.Nounenuo Terhase, sub- inspector Onen Pongen, assistant manager SBI, Zuchobeni Ovung, SDO (C) Lnusenla Longkumer.

The function was chaired by EAC, Chukitong, Imliakum Sanglir, Father T.T.Joseph, principle DBHSS invoked God’s blessing while vote of thanks was delivered by senior supervisor, CDPO office, Wokha, Erenbeni Kikon.

DC also launched Clean Wokha Campaign.

news in Brief NPA general meeting, pre-Christmas: Nagaland Press Association (NPA) general meeting along with pre-Christmas lunch has been rescheduled to December 19 at Hotel Saramati Dimapur from 11 a.m. onwards. NPA has requested all registered members to attend along with any agenda to be discussed concerning media fraternity. It also informed that ID cards of registered members will also be distributed on the day.It further invited individuals/ institutions, yet to registered, to join the event.

NCSU advent Christmas-cum-felicitation: Nagaland Contractors’ & Suppliers Union (NCSU) advent Christmas-cum-felicitation of best Traffic Police in Kohima town will be held on December 15, 4 pm at Hotel Japfü, Kohima. All the bonafide members have been requested to be part of the programme.

NCD informs: Naga Council Dimapur (NCD) office will remain closed for winter break from December 13 to January 13, 2019 and will reopen on January 14. However, in case of any important matter or issue, one may contact NCD president at 9436430370/8731942655.

KYGK 18th annual session: Kulolau Yemishe Ghami Kuqhakulu (KYGK) Dimapur has informed all concerned and also requested members to attend the KYGK’s 18th annual session that will be held at Kuhuboto town, Dimapur on December 15, 10 am to be hosted by Mr and Mrs Kakugha Yeptho.

KPC annual picnic 2018: Kohima Press Club (KPC) will hold its annual picnic on December 13 at Chatsa, near Assembly Secretariat, Kohima. All members have been requested to gather outside the NSF office at 10.30 am on December 13 to proceed to the venue.

PPRC organizes workshop on paediatric disorders

Organisers, resource persons and others after the workshop on paediatric disorders and rehabilitation conducted on December 7.

DIMAPUR: Physionique Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Centre (PPRC), Dimapur, organised oneday workshop on paediatric disorders and rehabilitation at Nikos Hospital on December 7.

A press release from PPRC Dimapur, Dr Wangshila N Jamir stated that guest speaker Dr. Apong Longchar, paediatrician, Nikos Hospital shared his perspective on paediatric K

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SPFDD flays arson incident DIMAPUR: Sangtam People’s Forum Dimapur District (SPFDD) has strongly condemned the incident in which GPRN/NSCN kilonser Hukato along with his cadres allegedly burned down houses, damaged properties and manhandled villagers including women and children at Sangtamtilla village on December 10.

In a condemnation note, SPFDD president, Bitong and press and information secretary, Imlikumzuk Sangtam claimed that Hukato had also threatened

the village leaders with dire consequences.

The forum said that such callous act of Hukato for misusing his authority/ power “which emanated from the mandate of the Nagas by using his government agents, arms and ammunition to threaten and terrorize the general public” was uncalled for and should be condemned by all. SPFDD further said it wanted to know whether Hukato has been authorised

by GPRN/ NSCN government or on what author-

ity he had openly targeted and incited the Sangtam Nagas when all Nagas are yearning for peaceful coexistence.

Pointing out that the “outrageous and despicable incident” occurred when Public Action Committee (PAC) had imposed bandh in Dimapur against the high handedness and abuse of power by some group/individuals against the business community, the SPFDD called upon all right thinking Nagas to condemn the incident.

NNC/FGN extends Christmas greetings

Seminar and sensitization of adolescent girls clubs

D r. M a n a z i r J e e l a n i Samoon

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disorders and physiotherapy where he emphasized on various conditions that require physiotherapy management. He also stated that there was a communication barrier between paediatricians and physiotherapists which need to be solved for smooth and successful outcomes. He also encouraged the organisers to conduct more workshops in collaboration with paediatricians.

Dr. Kavitha Raja (Phd)

from Mysore explained in detail cerebral palsy and physiotherapy intervention.

She also stated children with cerebral palsy have the basic right to be educated and to be treated as equal as any other normal children in the society.

Dr. Priyanka (PT) spoke on the current evidence based treatment for the same. Dr. Srilatha explained Developmental Coordination Disorders

(DCD) which is a little known paediatric ailment, the symptoms of which are often overlooked by parents/caretakers and about how one can identify the symptoms early on and its intervention criteria.

T h e p r o g r a m wa s chaired by Dr. Frieda Bokali Engheepi (PT) and vote of thanks was pronounced

by Dr Wangshila N Jamir (PT), co-owner, PPRC, Dimapur.

AnugrahNagamese Baptist Church, Signal Angami carried out “Mission Charity” by distributing foodstuffs and blankets to differently abled and poorest of the poor in the colony.

Farmers’ training on onion cultivation

DIMAPUR: Tribal SubPlan (TSP) on Onion, department of Horticulture, SASRD: NU as a part of its mandate conducted farmers training on “Rabi Onion Production Technology” at New Socüünoma village on December 4.

A press release from in-charge TSP on Onion department of Horticulture SASRD: NU professor, Akali Sema stated that the inaugural program was graced by director ICARDirectorate of Onion and Garlic Research Pune, Dr. Major Singh.

He encouraged the farmers by highlighting the importance and prospects of onion cultivation in Nagaland.

He also stated that the whole sale price of Onion in Nagaland is the highest in India and therefore this program was initiated to help the local farmers to be self sufficient and generate income. A brief remark was also given by Gaon Bura, New Socüünoma.

After the inaugu-

Mon DPDB meeting held DIMAPUR: Mon District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) meeting was held at DC conference hall Mon under the chairmanship of advisor Fire & Emergency Services, SIRD, Relief & Rehabilitation and chairman DPDB, Mon, Pohwang Ko n ya k o n D e c e m b e r 11.According to DIPR report, during the meeting, following agenda were discussed which was approved and recommended by the board. Change of nomenclature from Edith Douglas School to Eyong Memorial School, Mon; change of nomenclature from Paramount High School to Nyeiwang Memorial School, Aboi; and creation of Wakching Town Council and Chen Town Council. Power point presentation on departmental activities were given by principal, Wangkhao Government College, Mon and District Hospital Mon respectively. The meeting was chaired by deputy commissioner, Mon, Thavaseelan K. Advisor, Noke Konyak, MLA, Eshak Konyak and all the head of the offices under Mon district attended the meeting.

Resource persons and participants at the training. ral function, training on “Rabi Onion Production Technology” was delivered by senior scientist, nodal officer TSP- Onion, Dr. Shailendra S. Gadge, and scientist AICRP (VC) & Co-PI (TSP-Onion) Nagaland Centre, Dr. Moakala Changkiri. The training was attended by 40 farmer

participants including 10 onion beneficiaries from Hekheshe, Zhuikhu, Bade and New Socüünoma.

In the discussion hour, farmers shared problems they were facing in cultivating onion and the subject experts provided helpful suggestions. Demonstration kits were also

distributed to 10 farmer beneficiaries consisting of organic inputs.

The prog ram was coordinated by scientist AICRP (VC) & Co-PI (TSP-Onion) Nagaland Centre, Dr. Aastik Jha and STA AICRP (VC) & programme assistant (TSPOnion), Yongkontula.

GPS/GMS NNM celebrates golden jubilee

Students presenting special number. (NP) Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, DEC 11 (NPN): GPS/GMS Naga New Model (Ao), Notun Bosti Ao Khel celebrated its golden jubilee at Notun Bosti, Dimapur on Tuesday.

Speaking on the occasion, District Education Officer (DEO) Dimapur,

R. Amongla Jamir said that the school was one of the best GMS with sturdy infrastructures and good teaching faculty.

She therefore, lauded the teachers for their selfless services and called for more contact between teachers and parents so that the school will continue to excel.

Chairman, School Management Committee, T. Maong Longchar and chairman, Ao Khel Council, Notun Basti, I. Menang spoke on the occasion.

Highlights of the programme included special number by school choir and choreography by Danren and friends.

The programme ended with a benediction by Imola.

Earlier, the programme chaired by Sashikala Jamir began with an invocation

by Imti Tzudir.

Welcome address was delivered by head teacher, Arenkala Aier.

Release of the jubilee souvenir was initiated by Imtinaro. Vote of thanks was delivered by Khumpise Sangtam.

Dimapur District Gaon Buras’ Association informs

DIMAPUR: Dimapur District Gaon Buras’ Association (DDGBA) has informed its eight administrative units to recommend three executive members, including the president, by respective administration of the GBs union.

It stated that those recommended GB should be attached with their GBs’ appointment letter.

In a press release, DDGBA president

Tokuho Suhoi Neho and general secretary T Kenneth Tsopoe further directed each GB unit to recommend one GB each from 16 recognised tribes for DDGBA executive members.

It said they should be recommended by respective GBs union or hoho from its official letter head along with photocopy of GB’s appointment and submit it on or before January 10, 2019.

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Advisor, H. Khehovi Yepthomi giving away the trophy to Team Authenticus of St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama.

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Advisor DUDA, N. Bongkhao Konyak and other officials after unveiling the Golden Jubilee monolith of Village Guard at Tobu Village on December 11. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Village Guard of Tobu Village celebrated its golden jubilee on Tuesday with advisor DUDA, N. Bongkhao Konyak as special invitee. According to DIPR report, Bongkhao congratulated the VG Post at Tobu village for attaining 50th year of its establishment. He also appreciated the VG personnel for ren-

dering their service to the people at the village level especially at the time of controlling law and order in the villages.

Earlier in the day, advisor unveiled the Tobu Village Guard golden jubilee monolith which was dedicated by Rev. L. Metjen, finance secretary KBBB Mon.

Others who spoke included commandant VG Tuensang HQ, senior SP Longleng, ADC Tobu and asstt. commandant VG Tobu.

Welcome address was delivered by N. Leangin, Tobu Village Council chairman and vote of thanks

by Y. Lubo, jubilee convenor.

Legal awareness programme for women in Kohima

Piholi Swu, E. Koza, Eyosa Kikhi and others at the legal awareness program for women conducted on December 10 in Kohima.

DIMAPUR: Utkarsh Society for Social Change & Economic Reform (USSCER), a national level NGO, conducted legal awareness programme for women at Sumi community hall, DBHSS Colony, Kohima

on December 10.

A press release from USSCER director Rajesh Singh stated that chief guest of the program Piholi Swu, ex-joint director of School Education delivered a message about domestic

violence defined broadly to include “all acts of physical, sexual, psychological or economic violence� that may be committed by a family member or intimate partner.

The resource person

E. Koza spoke about the legal rights of women, where he said that the Domestic Violence Act not only covered women who were or had been in a relationship with the abuser but also covered those who live together in a shared household.

Resource person Eyosa Kikhi said that in 1983, domestic violence was recognised as a specific criminal offence by the introduction of section 498-A into the Indian Penal Code.

This section deals with cruelty by a husband or his family towards a married woman.

The prog ram was chaired by Merry V. Zimo, introduction by Kughaho Khala chairman of the program committee, and benediction by Shevini.

70 women participated in the program where a short speech was also given by Kughaho Khala.

Vote of thanks was delivered by director of USSCER, Rajesh Singh.

The program was sponsored by Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.

DIMAPUR: Team Authenticus of St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama (SJCJ) emerged as the winner of the Hornbill First Cut Inter-Collegiate Entrepreneurship Competition 2018 conducted on the theme “Made in Nagaland�.

The trophy was presented by advisor of Tourism and Art & Culture, H. Khehovi Yepthomi during the closing ceremony of the Hornbill Festival at Kisama.

The 2018 edition of the competition was supported by YouthNet in partnership with the

MiVote digital democracy program held DIMAPUR: A program on “Digital democracy: Redesigning 21st century democracy on Blockhain� was held on December 8 at Hotel Saramati, Dimapur.

A press release from convener of the program, Mathew K Janger stated that, it was attended by representatives of MiVote (Global) and MiVote India.

The release added that both are leading non-governmental organisations in research and training in digital democracy.

Adam Jacoby, CEO of MiVote and Joydeep Mondal, CEO of MiVote India dealt at length on the need for digital democracy for a transparent and accountable democracy. The representatives of MiVote mentioned that they endorse right and willing candidates for assembly or parliament elections and give them with publicity and technical support.

MiVote is not a political organization but a platform for facilitating political parties and aspiring candidates, the release added.

department of Tourism, Government of Nagaland.

During the eight days of competition, 55 participants from six colleges across Nagaland competed that was judged by the Global Network team on parameters such as time management, innovation, originality of idea, social media, leadership, team work to name a few.

Each team were given a seed capital of Rs. 10,000 to execute ideas within a stipulated time period.

The objective is to educate students about entrepreneurship and op-

portunities in the private sector while giving them a taste of the challenges they will be facing in the business environment.

The revenues generated were given to the students while the winning team got a free trip to metropolitan cities.

The result for winners of different parameters include: Award for leadership “Beyond the call of duty� – Team Uza, Sazolie College; Award for time management “on the dot�– team Roots, Mount Olive College, Kohima; Award for innovation “Ace of In-

novation� – team Authenticus, St.Joseph’s college, Jakhama; Award for team work “ team awesome�– team Ignite, St.Joseph’s College, Jakhama; Award for originality of idea “Pioneer�– team Uza, Sazolie College, Jotsoma; Award for sales “Star Sales�– team Authenticus, St. Joseph’s college, Jakhama; Award for social media presence “Digital spotlight� – team Uza, Sazolie College, Jotsoma; and Award for accounts keeping “Bookkeeper� - team Professional Pirates, St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama.

Temjen Imna inaugurates Goodwill Boys’ Hostel at KC

Minister, Temjen Imna Along speaking at the inaugural function. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Minister of Higher & Technical Education, Temjen Imna Along inaugurated the 100 bedded Goodwill Boys’ Hostel at Kohima College (KC) in the presence of director, Higher Education, Anungla Aier and other faculty members on Tuesday.

According to DIPR report, the minister in his speech thanked the Almighty God for the goodwill and good things happening in the department ever since he took over. He said it was

time for the Nagas to believe and work in unison.

H e a l s o c o nve ye d Christmas greetings and asked the gathering to do something good for other people particularly those who were in need of support in order to have a blessed Christmas. On this Christmas, he challenged everyone to cut off their wants and look for the welfare of others.

He said the newly inaugurated Goodwill Boys’ Hostel was not only a prop-

erty of Kohima College nor Higher Education department or government but property of “our� destiny.

Executive engineer, School Education, KelechĂźtuo PienyĂź while presenting technical report said that the 100 bedded hostel at Kohima College began in 2013

by M/s Eastern Associates with an estimated budget of Rs. 480 lakh. The building comprises of ground floor, 1st floor and 2nd floor, funded by University Grants Commission and HUDCO, he said.

Principal, Kohima College, Dr. Watijungshi in his welcome address said that the college has 50 bedded girls hostel which will be extended in the coming years. He also said that from January 2019, 50 students will start occupying the newly inaugurated Goodwill Boys hostel.

Assistant Professor, Theyiesinuo Keditsu chaired the programme while warden Boys Hostel, Evothung proposed the vote of thanks.

‘Samvidhan Live, The Jagrik project’ launched Nagaland attends UN climate conference in Katowice DIMAPUR: United Nations climate conference in Katowice, Poland commenced on December 3 and will conclude on December 14, where Nagaland is being represented by Supongnukshi, chief conservator of forest (Deptt of Environment, Forest and Climate Change) and state nodal officer for climate change and Dr. Atoho Jakhalu, director of Research, Climate Studies and Knowledge

Solution Centre, (Deptt of Science and Technology).

A press release by Dr. Atoho Jakhalu stated that, government of Nagaland presented Nagaland’s initiatives as well as innovation of hydroger that is contributing towards the global climate discourse. This is Nagaland’s first ever participation in such a global climate event and is a significant step towards

being a part of the global discourse on climate and environment issues.

The innovations were presented at the India pavilion, COP 24 which underwent a prior stringent review process at the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, New Delhi.

More than 20,000 delegates comprising of scientists, politicians, policy makers from around the world is taking part in this conference. The aim is to meet an end-of-year deadline for agreeing a rule book on how to enforce action to limit further warming of the planet.

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The new jagrik volunteers at the launching of ‘Samvidhan Live, the Jagrik Project’. (NP)

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The Samvidhan Live- The Jagrik Project is a nationwide initiative designed and anchored

by ComMutiny that aims to build young people’s awareness of their fundamental rights and duties as citizens of India.

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Speaking on the occasion, guest speaker, Nagaland State Legal Service Authority, Limasenla Longkumer encouraged the new Jagriks on the basic fundamental rights and duties.

She also encouraged the gathering to remember to follow the fundamental rights and duties adding that it was the duty of the younger generations to educate the older generations regarding our rights.

A motivational speech was delivered by director, Bosco In-

stitute, Jorhat, Father Jerry.

Earlier, the programme was compeered by Core member, CAN Youth, Kalivi Zhimo, followed by introductory speech by chief functionary, CAN Youth, Jenpu Rongmei. MSW NEISSR, Kanaho and Gupito (previous jagriks) also spoke at the programme.

Introduction and oath taking of the new Jagriks was initiated by anchor, Jagrik project, Sentiwati, followed by vote of thanks.

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and Finance.

Mizoram was placed under President’s Rule in the later part of 1988 after defections by some legislators including former underground personnel.

He was re-elected from Champhai seat in 1989 Assembly polls.

After the death of Laldenga due to lung cancer on July 7 1990, Zoramthanga was elected as the MNF party chief, the post he continues to hold till date.

He contested the state Assembly polls from his home turf -- Champhai -- in 1993 and won for the third time to become the Leader of the Opposition in the state legislature.

Zoramthanga led the MNF to victory in 1998 state Assembly polls when he won from Champhai and Khawbung seats and formed the government with 21 legislators.

He was inducted as the

Aizawl, Dec 11 (PTI): After being in political wilderness for two assembly terms, rebel-turned-politician Zoramthanga is back with a bang as he led the Mizo National Front (MNF) to a thumping victory in the state’s elections.

Zoramthanga has been chief minister of Mizoram twice. He was a former underground leader and a close aide of the legendary MNF leader Laldenga.

Seventy-four-year-old Zoramthanga joined the underground MNF while waiting for his bachelor’s degree in arts at the D M College in Imphal. The MNF, led by Laldenga, declared independence from the Indian Union on March 1, 1966.

Zoramthanga came to know that he has graduated with English honours while in the jungles with his MNF comrades.

He was appointed secretary to MNF ‘president’ Laldenga in 1969 and was

appointed as vice president of the ‘Mizoram government-in-exile’ in 1979 as well as the vice president of the MNF party.

He accompanied Laldenga to Pakistan and Europe while the MNF was holding talks with the Indian government and was actively involved in the peace parleys.

Coming out of hiding following the peace accord signed on June 30, 1986 between the MNF and the Indian government, he was inducted as a minister in the interim government headed by Laldenga for six months.

A group of independent candidates under the MNF umbrella contested for the 40-member Mizoram state legislature for the first time in 1987 Assembly polls, when 24 of them were elected, including Zoramthanga.

He was inducted as cabinet minister holding portfolios like Education

Kidnapped construction officials released

Police officer arrested in drug smuggling case in Manipur

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IMPHAL, Dec 11: Three officials of a company engaged in national highway improvement works were released unharmed by their abductors on Tuesday afternoon.

The three officials of Shivalaya Construction Co Private Limited were abducted from their workplace at Sekmai in Imphal East district by suspected Kuki militants on November 29 last.

The kidnappers reportedly released the three officials on the intervention by Kuki Inpi Kangpokpi.

Mention may be made that since the kidnapping of three officials, state police commandos have launched a massive search operation in Motbung area of Kangpokpi district.

The release of the three officials came barely a day after Manipur police announced a cash reward of Rs 50,000 to individual(s) who provide information about the kidnappers.

The police identified the main accused as Songkhogin Kipgen alias Kenedy alias Hegin alias Gin alias Joshua (38), the commander-in-chief of KNF-MC and Ngamkholen alias Lelen alias Joel (43) a member of the same faction.

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IMPHAL, Dec 11: A deputy superintendent of Manipur police was Tuesday arrested in connection with a case related to recent seizure of two kg of brown sugar from an individual.

An official source said that a team of narcotics and affairs border (NAB) division of Manipur police arrested DSP Takhellambam Bankabihari Singh from his residence at Uripok Achom Leikai, Imphal West district on Tuesday morning around 5:15 am. The arrested DSP is currently attached with special investigation team (SIT) Manipur.

He was arrested during an investigation into illegal drug seizure case registered by the NAB on November 28 last. On the same day, an

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Whereas Smti. Loyie Yanthan, W/o Lt. Shri. Mhonyamo Lotha is applying for issue of Succession Certificate under provisions of the Indian Succession Act of 1925 for drawal and for operating Bank Accounts No. 11846672888 belonging to her deceased Husband Lt. Shri. Mhonyamo Lotha who expired on 24/11/2018.

Therefore, Public Notice is hereby issued for any person to file claims and objection if any against the above mentioned properties within a period of 30 (thirty) Days from the date of issue. In the absence of such claims and objection within the stipulated time Succession Certificate will be issued.

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No. Judl-47/2017-18/ / Whereas Smti. Mhonchumi Tungoe, wife of Late Shri Yinavungo Tungoe, a permanent resident of Wokha Town has applied for issue of Succession Certificate to enable her to draw all dues and benefits from the Govt. pertaining to PPO No. PEN/COM/28763/NL/1/2676 and to closed SBI AC No. 11766562322 in favour of her deceased husband Late Shri Yinavungo Lotha who expired on 07/09/2018.

Now, therefore, public and relatives are hereby asked to file claims/ objections if any, within 30 (thirty) days from the date of issue of this notice. No claims/ objections will be entertained after the cut off date and Succession Certificate shall be issued.

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After leading the Mizo National Front (MNF) to power in Mizoram, chief minister-designate Zoramthanga Tuesday said he would impose total prohibition in the state as promised by his party.

Total prohibition was imposed in this highly-literate and Christian-majority state since February 20, 1997 by the then Congress government. However, it was lifted in early 2015 by enforcing the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition and Control Act, 2014.

Following this, wine shops were opened in the state from March 16, 2015.

Speaking to reporters after his party won a landslide victory in the election

alleged illegal drug dealer Khumujam Robindro (46) was arrested along with two kg of brown sugar (heroin) by a team of NAB, the official source disclosed.

The source said that the accused Robindro, who is now in judicial custody, disclosed of having information about brown sugar in DSP Bankabihari possession at Jiribam police station.

The accused claimed that the DSP (Bankabihari) was his friend and they had several rounds of meetings at Jiribam as well as in Imphal after confirming that the illegal drug was in DSP’s possession.

Later, the DSP delivered two kilos of brown sugar to Robindro at his residence at Mayang Imphal on November 16 last for disposal, the source said.

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS): The Assam government on Monday sought one more month’s time to file claims and objections by around 40 lakh people who have been left out of the draft National Register of Citizens (NRC) for the state. The Assam government plea for extension of time was mentioned by Additional Solicitor General Tushar Mehta before the bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi. The top court by its November 1 order had allowed about 40 lakh leftout people to use five more identity documents for filing their claim for inclusion in NRC. The top court had said that the last date for filing claims and objects would be December 15.

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from two seats - Serchhip and South Tuipui.

Zoramthanga continued to be in the political wilderness as he again lost from East Tuipui and the Congress retained power with 34 legislators in the 40member state legislature.

This time around, he contested from the prestigious Aizawl East-I seat and defeated journalist-turned politician K Sapdanga by 2504 votes. Congress’s K Vanlalrawna came third.

Sapdanga is the editor and publisher of the largest circulated vernacular daily - Vanglaini.

For Zoramthanga, this poll verdict is a do-or-die situation where losing the electoral battle this year would mean the last nail in his political coffin and survival of his MNF party while winning would mean revival for not only him, but also for the erstwhile underground party.

Will impose total prohibition, says Zoramthanga

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state chief minister for the first time and completed the full term. He retained power in the 2003 state polls and continued as the chief minister.

Z o r a m t h a n g a wo n from Champhai, his home turf, and also from Kolasib constituency on the Mizoram-Assam border, However, he vacated the Kolasib seat.

His party faced a severe debacle in the 2008 polls bagging only three seats while its junior partner, the Maraland Democratic Party (MDF) won one seat. Zoramthanga lost from both Champhai North and Champhai South constituencies. The Mizoram People’s Conference (MPC) and the Zoram Nationalist Party (ZNP) both secured two seats each The opposition Congress bagged 32 seats with former chief minister Lal Thanhawla bouncing back to power and won

to the 40-member state legislature by bagging 26 seats, Zoramthanga said his government would also ensure better roads and implement the Socio-Economic Development Programme (SEDP) the flagship programme of the party, to lift the state’s economy.

In the run up to the polls, liquor was a major political issue. While the Congress was against total prohibition, the MNF wanted a complete ban. The BJP had taken a middle path by proposing to ban the liquor coming from outside the state and encourage only locally produced ones.

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Sikkim seeks expansion of state assembly New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS): Sikkim’s lone Lok Sabha MP P.D. Rai has presented a list of “longpending demands” to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and pleaded for increasing the strength of the Sikkim Assembly from its present 32 to 40 seats.

Modi has assured him that the demands would be “looked into sincerely,” Rai said in a statement to the media on Tuesday.

The demands include that five seats should be reserved for the Scheduled Tribes of Limboo and Tamang and a bill be introduced for the same.

If that was not viable during the winter session underway, an ordinance must be promulgated.

He also brought up the issue of giving tribal status to 11 left-out indigenous Nepali communities from Sikkim under the 371 F provisions of the Constitution of India. The ruling Sikkim Democratic Front, led by Chief Minister Pawan Chamling, has been in power in the Northeastern state for a record 25 years.

It has 29 out of 32 seats in the state assembly. The state was likely to go to the polls along with the 2019 general elections.

Rai’s meeting with the Prime Minister took place in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) meeting convened before the beginning of the winter session.

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Meghalaya has huge potential in food processing sector: Gov Umiam, Dec 11 (PTI): Meghalaya has immense potential in the food processing sector as its base economy is agrarian, state Governor Tathagata Roy said Tuesday.

Meghalaya is bestowed with abundant natural resources and the resources need to be tapped for the development of the state which in return will create a lot of employment opportunities for the youth, Roy said.

“The potential for Agro-based food processing industries in the state of Meghalaya is very high,” the governor said, addressing a conference on startups and MSMEs in Food Processing at the ICAR complex here.

Besides the major food crops of rice and maize, the state is also renowned for its horticultural crops like orange and lemon, he said.

“Food processing in the state has to grow so as to achieve its full potential,” he

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said adding that apart from agricultural produce meat processing can also be taken up in a big way in the state, and that will put Meghalaya among the top processors of meat products.

ICAR - NE Region director Dr Narendra Prakash said the state is one of the fastest growing in terms of agricultural hence the opportunity should be tapped for agri- business.

The region has immense scope and the youth should make the most out of it and taking part in the conference will help them generate ideas and implement them in their respective fields, he said.

MNF win good for regional forces, says Mahanta Guwahati, Dec 11 (IANS): Former Assam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta said on Tuesday that the Mizo National Front’s (MNF) electoral victory in Mizoram was good for regional forces and said he wanted his party AGP to divorce the BJP. Mahanta, who led the six-year long Assam Movement between 1979 and 1985, congratulated Mizo National Front chief Zoramthanga over his party’s victory and said that only a regional political party can meet the aspirations of the people.

The MNF has secured 26 seats in the 40-member House, restricting the ruling Congress to mere five seats.

“The Mizo National Front (MNF) has succeeded against the joint attempt of the BJP and the Congress to stop the party from coming to power. It is a positive sign. The Mizo National Front has showed the path,” said Mahanta.

“In Assam also, the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) has been able to gain people’s faith over the years,” he said.

Asked about the AGP’s alliance with the

BJP, Mahanta said: “I have suggested to the AGP leadership to come out of the alliance.”

The gulf between the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and BJP is widening over the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2016.

While the BJP favours it, the Asom Gana Parishad has expressed its reservation over the bill which according to it is detrimental to the rights of the indigenous people Mizo National Front workers hold their party flag as they celebrate the party's victory in the states Assembly elections, at Party head office, in Aizawl on Tuesday. (PTI) of Assam.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER MON DISTRICT: NAGALAND NO.GA/JUD-08/2018-19/2081 Dated Mon the 28th Nov 2018 NOTICE Whereas, an application has been submitted by Shri/Smti SEROBA SANGTAM with a prayer for issue of Succession Certificate for drawal of entitled pension dues and any other outstanding dues from the Government of Nagaland on behalf of His/her brother deceased Late Y. LIMITANG SANGTAM, Ex Havilder No. 9360 THC under the establishment of Superintendent of Police, Mon who expired on 21/08/2018.

Objection are hereby invited from persons having objection or claim for withdrawal of the dues by the applicant within 30 (Thirty) days with effect from the date of issue of this notification. No petition will be entertained after the expiry of the given period.

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Whereas, an application has been submitted by Smti Liva Konyak, with a prayer for issue of Succession Certificate for drawal of entitled pension dues and any other outstanding dues from the Government of Nagaland on behalf of her husband deceased Late Eshammanvei Konyak Ex ABC No.7979 under the establishment of Superintendent of Police, Mon who expired on 05/11/2018.

Objections are hereby invited from persons in regards to claim for withdrawal of the dues by the applicant within 30 (thirty) days with effect from the date of issue of this notice. No petition will be entertained after the expiry of the given period.

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Four cops killed by terrorists in J&K “The loss of lives is highly painful,” the leader added.

Three policemen were killed when Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists attacked a guard post outside a minority pocket in south Kashmir’s Shopian.

The attack took place in the afternoon when four policemen were sitting in a pre-fabricated room outside the pocket that houses six Kashmiri pandit families.

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Army personnel at the outpost where militants attacked the policemen. (File) Srinagar/Jammu, Dec 11 (PTI): Four policemen were killed Tuesday when Pakistan-based Jaishe-Mohammed terrorists attacked a guard post outside a minority pocket in south Kashmir’s Shopian district, officials said.

The attack took place this afternoon when four policemen were sitting in a pre-fabricated room outside the pocket that houses six Kashmiri pandit families.

A senior police official said that six Jaish-eMohammed terrorists were led by former Special Police Officer Adil Bashir, who deserted in October and decamped eight weapons from a PDP legislator.

Quoting eyewitnesses, the police officer said that militants fired indiscriminately, killing three policemen on the spot and critically injuring one.

The injured policeman

was rushed to an Army hospital, where he also succumbed to injuries, the official said.

The deceased have been identified as Anees Ahmad, Hamidullah, Mehraj ud Din and Abdul Majeed.

At the time of the incident, only one family was present at the minority pocket. Immediately after the shoot out, the terrorists fled with three Self Loading Rifles (SLRs) of the policemen, the official said, adding a cordon and search operation has been launched to nab the criminals.

The official said that an intercept had been received in which it was clear that Jaish-e-Mohammed, a banned terrorist organisation, was behind the barbaric act.

militant attack on a police post in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir in which three police personnel died.

“I strongly condemn the attack on the police post in Shopian and condole the deaths of three police personnel in the line of duty,” former chief minister Omar Abdullah said.

“I pray for their souls & for the speedy recovery of those injured in this attack,” added the National Conference (NC) leader.

The Congress too expressed shock over the attack.

“The killings or violence has neither served any purpose nor will benefit anyone, rather such type of dastardly acts will have serious implications on the besides vitiating the Cong, NC condemn attack society, peace,” a spokesman of the The Congress and the Pradesh Congress CommitNC Tuesday condemned the tee said in a statement.

Surjit Bhalla resigns from Economic Advisory Council NEW DELHI, DEC 11 (IANS): Economist Surjit Bhalla, a vociferous supporter of Narendra Modi on demonetisation and other economic issues, has resigned as a part-time member of Prime Minister’s Economic Advisory Council (EAC-PM), the second high-profile resignation to be witnessed in the Modi dispensation in the last two days.

The disclosure about Bhalla’s resignation came when the PMO said the Prime Minister has accepted his resignation, which was given on December 1. “In his request, he had stated that he would be joining some other organisation,” a senior officer in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said.

The resignation comes a day after Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Urjit Patel resigned on Monday, the first to do so in 40 years.

Bhalla said in a Twitter post that he had resigned from his post on December 1 to work as a consultant with a news channel and to work on a book about Indian elections since 1952. He had

Surjit Bhalla (File) also predicted BJP’s win in Assembly elections in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh.

Several senior economists, including Urjit Patel, have parted ways with the current government citing personal reasons. In June, Arvind Subramanian had resigned from the post of Chief Economic Advisor citing personal reasons.

Ar vind Panagariya resigned as NITI Aayog Vice Chairman last year in August to return to teaching.

Headed by NITI Aayog Member Bibek Debroy, other part-time members of the EAC-PM include economists Rathin Roy, Ashima Goyal and Shamika Ravi.

Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik Tuesday expressed grief over the killing of four police personnel in a terror attack in Shopian district.

In a message, Malik prayed for the departed souls and conveyed his sympathies to the bereaved families.

Four policemen were killed Tuesday afternoon when Pakistan-based Jaishe-Mohammed terrorists attacked a guard post outside a minority pocket in the south Kashmir district.

Meanwhile, state unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) also condemned the “cowardly attack” and said the continued “jihadi terror and violence” against the security personnel was part of a “sinister design” to subvert the morale of the police force.

“J&K Police is the finest and one of the most professional police force.

It will respond effectively and ensure that the sinister design of the terrorists does not succeed,” BJP state spokesperson Anil Gupta said.

Over 3,000 TN fishermen chased away by SL Navy Rameswaram, Dec 11 (AGENCIES): Over 3,000 Tamil Nadu fishermen were allegedly chased away by Sri Lanka Navy personnel when they were fishing near Katchatheevu island, a fishermen association leader said here on Tuesday.

The fishermen, who were out in the sea in over 500 boats on Monday night, were catching fish near Katchatheevu in the island nation’s waters when the Lanka navy personnel came in 10 boats and drove them away, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Fishermen Association general secretary N.J. Bose said.

He also alleged the navy men snapped the fishing nets of 50 boats and the fishermen had to return to the shore without a catch.

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SC okays SOP to deal with online content New Delhi, Dec 11 (AGENCIES): Supreme Court on December 11 said the government can go ahead with a standard operating procedure (SOP) to deal with the publication and proliferation of sexually abusive online content like child pornography, rape and gang rape videos and objectionable material through social media intermediaries like Google, Youtube Facebook, Microsoft and Whatsapp.

All these online giants had agreed that abusive and criminal content should be “stamped out”.

A Bench of Justices Madan B. Lokur and U.U. Lalit said the government should proceed with the guidelines to curb sexually abusive online content and if any intermediaries have issues with the guidelines may approach the court.

In the previous hearing,

Justices Madan B. Lokur and U.U. Lalit. (File) online messaging platform WhatsApp had submitted that it had an “end-to-end encryption technology due to which it will not be possible to remove the contents”.

The Centre’s draft SOP include setting up of proactive monitoring tools for auto-deletion of unlawful content by deploying artificial intelligence based tools, deployment of trusted flaggers for identifying and deletion of unlawful content,

setting up of 24/7 mechanisms for requisitions of law enforcement agencies, appointment of India-based contact officers, (with name, designation, email, mobile number), prompt disposal of requisitions of law enforcement agencies to remove unlawful contents.

The court is hearing petitions highlighting the abuse of online platforms for the proliferation and distribution of sexually abusive content.

UPSC seeks fresh applications from pvt sector specialists New Delhi, Dec 11 (PTI): The UPSC has sought fresh applications from over 6,000 private sector specialists who have applied for 10 posts of joint secretaries in the central government through ‘lateral entry’ mode, the DoPT said Tuesday.

In a statement, the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) said the task of selection of suitable candidates from amongst those who had applied for the posts in select government departments through ‘lateral en-

try’ mode was entrusted to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) by the competent authority on October 29.

“All candidates who have already submitted their applications online to the DoPT are now requested to fill up a Detailed Application Form (DAF) which seeks to obtain additional specific information from the candidates regarding qualifications and experience so as to facilitate the selection process,” it said.

The term lateral entry

refers to the appointment of specialists, mainly those from private sector, in government organisations.

An email is also being issued separately to each of the candidates who have applied, through their registered email ID indicated in their online applications submitted in response to the DoPT advertisement.

The candidates may access the link indicated in the email and submit online all the requisite information asked for in the DAF before 6 pm on January 1.

Detailed information about the process is available on the website of UPSC (http://www.upsc. gov.in) and DoPT (https:// lateral.nic.in). All candidates are advised to visit the website as well as check their registered emails for detailed information, it said.

The DoPT had invited applications from talented and motivated Indian nationals willing to contribute towards nation building to join the government at the level of joint secretary on contract basis on June 10.

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Nagaland Post

Post-mortem

My life is disabled C by my environment

Vol. XXIX NO. 10 Dimapur, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2018

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Burning issues

onday’s 12-hour Dimapur bandh had disrupted normal life in the district and also affected other parts of the state mainly because Dimapur city happens to be a vital commercial nerve centre of the state. Thus, if Dimapur suffers, the rest of Nagaland too suffer. The bandh was called by the Public Action Committee(PAC) of the Naga Council Dimapur(NCD) to register protest on two counts- the November 20 firing incident at a showroom of a motorcycle dealer and the rampant extortion, syndication of the market and kidnappings. PAC served an ultimatum on November 21, giving the authorities/ police seven days to catch the culprits and threatened to impose a 12-hour bandh on November 30 in case of failure to do so. PAC in the statement, also demanded the enactment of a law similar to Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) in order to tackle serious crimes such as extortion, muscling on trade through syndication of the entire market and spate of kidnap for ransom etc by armed elements and organisations. On November 27, PAC called off the proposed bandh after police nabbed some suspects in the case. However, PAC decided to revive its ultimatum on December 1, to impose the bandh on December 7, asking the police nab the main suspects. It believed, that police were not pursuing the case to nab the main culprits, beyond arrest of the suspects. In lieu of the setting up of the Special Investigation Team(SIT), PAC on December 5 expressed gratitude and extended the deadline for the bandh from December 7 to December 10 for the authorities to nab the main culprits within the period. The police could not nab the main suspects as demanded and so the 12-hour bandh took effect on December 10. A bandh may be a tool against authorities and an effective way too especially how bandhs are being enforced. Much has been written about the illegality and unconstitutionality of bandhs even if they are understood as “democratic forms of expressions.” First, the issue of extortion, then syndication of market and kidnapping have been around for too long, especially in Dimapur. These crimes could not be dealt with under ordinary IPC law as in the case with Maharashtra which is known for its infamous mafia dons, extortion, kidnapping and contract killings. Under IPC, a kidnapper can be imprisoned for a maximum of seven years and an extortionist for a maximum of three years. Bail is given on application under IPC. Under MCOCA, any one involved in organised crime(extortion, kidnap and syndicate) gets life imprisonment with huge fines.

Even those harbouring criminals face life imprisonment and their properties can be seized. To ward off any possibility of criminals evading arrest, MCOCA has eliminated the provision of anticipatory bail. The court is empowered to grant bail to the accused if it finds no reasons to establish his or her complicity.

The issues as raised by PAC and others cannot be tackled by police. Politicians have to commit themselves to given necessary tools and training to make police work effectively and independently. Also enactment of stringent laws are needed to stem the rot that is sweeping across society otherwise the future is doomed . Over and above, it is time for Nagas to look at these issues very closely and with an open mind and arrive at a more reformist-social ideology.

DailyDevotion Individuality Jesus said to His disciples, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself…” —Matthew 16:24 Individuality is the hard outer layer surrounding the inner spiritual life. Individuality shoves others aside, separating and isolating people. We see it as the primary characteristic of a child, and rightly so. When we confuse individuality with the spiritual life, we remain isolated. This shell of individuality is God’s created natural covering designed to protect the spiritual life.

But our individuality must be yielded to God so that our spiritual life may be brought forth into fellowship with Him. Individuality counterfeits spirituality, just as lust counterfeits love. God designed human nature for Himself, but individuality corrupts that human nature for its own purposes.

The characteristics of individuality are independence and self-will. We hinder our spiritual growth more than any other way by continually asserting our individuality. If you say, “I can’t believe,” it is because your individuality is blocking the way; individuality can never believe. But our spirit cannot help believing. Watch yourself closely when the Spirit of God is at work in you. He pushes you to the limits of your individuality where a choice must be made. The choice is either to say, “I will not surrender,” or to surrender, breaking the hard shell of individuality, which allows the spiritual life to emerge. The Holy Spirit narrows it down every time to one thing (see Matthew 5:23-24).

It is your individuality that refuses to “be reconciled to your brother” (Matthew 5:24). God wants to bring you into union with Himself, but unless you are willing to give up your right to yourself, He cannot. “…let him deny himself…”— deny his independent right to himself. Then the real life-the spiritual life-is allowed the opportunity to grow.

Quotes

As human beings, we suffer from an innate tendency to jump to conclusions, to judge people too quickly, and to pronounce them failures or heroes without due consideration. ~ Prince Charles

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2018

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(Why accessibility matters)

o, when was the last time you had to turn back without getting your work done because you couldn’t get into an office building? Or decline an invitation to an event or missed out on a celebration because the venue was inaccessible?

Have you ever been unable to go to school, college or go shopping because there was no ramp or a washroom you could use? These are just a few scenarios faced by wheelchair users on a daily basis. There are many, many more – too many to list here.

But we don’t see wheelchair users around or I don’t think we have many people who use wheelchairs, some of you might be thinking.

Yes, it’s true that you don’t see too many wheelchairs users going about their business and living their life like any other ordinary citizen in a state like ours. However, it’s a false assumption that we don’t have many people who use wheelchairs.

There are hundreds and thousands of people – children, teenagers, young adults, middle-aged persons and senior citizens – who use wheelchairs due to various reasons. You know why you don’t see many of them out and about? Inaccessibility, inaccessibility and more inaccessibility! Almost all our built environment and public spaces are inaccessible – offices, commercial buildings, restaurants and other recreation places, banks, schools, colleges, even hospitals and clinics – you name it and it’s inaccessible. Wheelchair users and even those who may not use a wheelchair but have reduced mobility, such as senior citizens, face insurmountable obstacles and hence most are literally confined to their homes unable to venture out.

The photo attached shows me staring up at a flight of stairs at the Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, the only entrance into the office building.

There is no lift or ramp. No, I did not turn back because I had urgent disability health service matters I needed to discuss with the Principal Director and I wasn’t about to leave without meeting him. I have partial mobility and am able to move my legs to a certain extent

with some assistance. So I determinedly struggled up the steps with my driver Simon and my personal assistant Bharti holding on to me and pushing and pulling me when necessary.

We finally reached the lobby and I plonked down on my chair exhausted…….only to discover that the PD’s office was located on the top floor of the building. And, of course, there is no lift provision inside either so I was forced to tackle another four flights of stairs.

Difficult as it is given the very unfriendly environment, I try to be on the go as much as possible in the hope that this would create more awareness on the need for accessibility and disability in general. I’m completely frustrated most of the time and, everywhere I go, you’ll hear me loudly trying to draw the attention of concerned authorities on the lack of accessibility.

I’ve tried to channel this frustration into advocacy for change and it has become a personal mission of sorts. But someone in a wheelchair outside the home doing everyday things that so-called ‘normal’ people do is still a strange sight for many. There’s plenty of the inevitable gawking and I can almost see the thoughts running through their minds wondering what the heck I was doing out in public in a wheelchair. The answer to that is I’m just living my life as anyone else.

Getting around the built environment is something most people take for granted. You need to go somewhere, you just go. It’s not a big deal, right? Well, for a person with disability it’s quite a big deal. As a wheelchair user I have to spend a lot of time preparing for any ‘trip’ outside – first of all, I have to find out whatever I can about the place I need to go to, how accessible or inaccessible it is, then plan how to get into it and whether I would need to take along extra ‘assistants’ to help me. It is often needed and so I would have to make calls and request whoever is free to accompany me. After all, I don’t have an entourage sitting around ready to move with me whenever I have to go out. Too many times I have

had to simply give up the thought of going anywhere at all because the barriers were just too great.

Accessibility in the built environment means being able to enter and move around buildings, public spaces, and any other place a person might need to go for work, education, worship, business, services, recreation and so on. In other words, you need accessibility to live a life. If you do not have access to these places and cannot participate in the various activities you essentially do not have a life.

You are socially isolated and left without any options or hope for the future.

With Nagaland still practically stuck in the dark ages when it comes to accessibility, what chances do people living with disabilities have? Just think about that. What are their chances in life when they cannot access education or employment? What kind of lived experience will they have when they have no access to any cultural or social life? That sounds bleak and miserable, doesn’t it? But that’s exactly what it’s like for people with disabilities.

We are basically shut out of life. My life did not stop with my spinal cord injury.

The way I went about it may have changed, but it did not end my desire to live, to explore and experience whatever life has to offer.

The only thing that stands in the way is inaccessibility.

Accessibility. Inclusion.

We hear these words all the time, but what do they really mean? In fact, we’ve just celebrated the International Day of Persons with Disabilities and we heard many wonderful speeches on the theme “Empowering Persons with Disabilities and ensuring Inclusiveness and Equality”. How about some affirmative action as well?

People with disabilities are completely disempowered by the inaccessible environment as it excludes them from society and deprives them of the opportunities that are out there. See the connection? Inclusion and empowerment can happen only when barriers that prevent people with disabilities from participating fully in society are removed.

Diethono Nakhro

Tears of Hornbill

an a city be smart (in case, if Nagaland government is still dreaming of making its capital Kohima a smart city)? A city will remain a city no matter what color you may add or paint into it. The progress of a society is never measured by what the city look like. It depends on the people who inhabits.

At the Dimapur’s first check gate along national highway of the AssamNagaland border inscribed a famous/ infamous, weird and comical, welcome sign that read: “Welcome to Nagaland – a land of festival”. Isn’t not funny and ridiculous to think what kind of message the state of Nagaland wants to convey to the world. However, looking back at the last five decades of progress of the state and the dependant life that we Nagas are living, one can easily presumed the message from the nature of the sign. It would meant that you are entering a land inhibited by a group of people who are an easy going, merry making and revelers, and who are supposed to be feed all throughout their life. In other words, this kind of welcome sign would reduce Nagaland to a level of mere zoological park where the inhibited species there are kept, fed and simply allowed to survive for other to study and research on them.

Holding true to the message, the state government and the people of Nagaland take pride in conducting the most number of festivals every year across the state.

Festivals seems to becomes so important in the life of the Nagas that when new government take over the state at the early part of this year, among their first initiative taken include conducting minihornbill festival in each and every district of the state (what an “innovate way” to change the style of holding festival from road show to mini hornbill)!!!

What is so special about conducting festivals every years and what is its contribution for the state. And by conducting mini hornbill in every district does it meant what state government and Nagas of Nagaland could do is nothing more than keeping themselves in a festive mood through out the year to be culminated at the end of the year with “festival of festivals”. Invoking the so called rich cultural heritage and tradition during such festivals is nothing but just an act of romancing with our past (in the form of talking our past’s rich culture and history) that has no scope of taking us to the path of prosperous future. Romanticizing who we are without any vision for the future will be disastrous for any society.

This is exactly the path that Nagas of this generation are choosing, led by the state government.

Is Nagaland government intending to make the beauty of hornbill as a metaphorical representation of the state of Nagaland? No way. In fact it is a total misrepresentation in reality. Hornbill festival in Nagaland is the classic case of the beauty and the idea of hornbill tragically misrepresented. If hornbill has to represent beauty, elegance, power and perfection, then can we be in a position to compare it with the condition of the state of Nagaland?

The reality on the ground is that Nagaland remains the most underdeveloped state in the country, not forgetting the state of rampant corruption. Education, which is the backbone for the progress of the society, is in a total mess. The brain

From gender equality to gender justice: a long road ahead

“I measure the progress of community by the degree of progress which women had achieved. Let every girl who marries stand by her husband, claim to be her husband’s friend and equal, and refuse to be his slave. I am sure if you follow this advice, you will bring honour and glory to yourselves.”

-Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Gender Equality has been a talk of the town in every corner of the world. People often argue that most societies have achieved gender equality -women have all the same legal rights as men, and workplace discrimination based on gender is illegal. Despite this, ‘thinkers’ continue to argue that the battle for gender equality is not yet won. Guaranteeing the rights of women and giving them opportunities to reach their full potential is critical not only for attaining gender equality, but also for meeting a wide range of international development goals. Empowered women and girls contribute to the health and productivity of their families, communities, and countries, creating a ripple effect that benefits everyone. Discrimination against women and girls is a pervasive and long-running phenomenon that characterises Indian society at every level which is a sad reality of the moment. India’s progress towards gender equality, measured by its position on rankings such as the Gender Development Index has

been disappointing, despite fairly rapid rates of economic growth.

In the past decade, while Indian GDP has grown by around 6.6%, there has been a large decline in female labour force participation from 34% to 27%. The male-female wage gap has been stagnant at 50% (a recent survey finds a 27% gender pay gap in white-collar jobs).

Crimes against women show an upward trend, in particular brutal crimes such as rapes which not only stigma, but a gross failure on account of society.

Man and woman are both equal and both plays a vital role in the creation and development of their families in a particular and the society in general. Indeed, the struggle for legal and political equality has been one of the major concerns of the women’s movement all over the world. In India, since long back, women were considered as an oppressed section of the society and they were neglected for centuries.

Male dominated societies have always justified gender inequality by invoking the religious scriptures as evidence.Every religious scripture barring none have given social, political, cultural, religious leverage to man over woman. There has been a narrative that has been traditionally floating to justify innate nature of inequality which emphasise on the fact that man and a woman are born different hence inequality is a gift of creator and mankind has no

right to interfere in supreme dictum.

However, at this juncture it may be necessary to enlighten the supporters of this narrative. There is no dispute whatsoever regarding the innate biological differences which may also be termed as inequality, however, here the question is of GENDER not SEX. Woman may biologically, by nature be a weaker sex, but not as a Gender. There is a serious difference between Sex and a Gender. Sex is what one is biologically born with and Gender is a set of socially constructed roles and responsibilities imposed on biological sex by the society which it considers appropriate. In this context, simply being born as a Man or a Woman is not sufficient, but one must embrace the visible and invisible rules, regulations, norms, roles, identities assigned to them by the society.Here the term society which is in question is aggregate of all the societies produced by human civilization which over the period of thousands of years turned into ‘sexist’ and ‘male chauvinists’ that started redefining the social status of women from gender-superior to gender-inferior. This is how the great tragedy of Gender Inequality was born and therefore in this very context the Battle for Gender Justice must be understood.

(To be concluded) Aniruddha Babar, PhD, Tetso College, Dimapur

of the successive state government, for the last 50 plus year since statehood, could not figure out how to mobilize resources to establish its own university to accommodate more students, towards making them educated, resourceful and responsible members of the state, leaving students’ community to depend on one central university that cannot accommodate all the deserving ones leaving the career of many in jeopardy. It could not even pay regularly the salary of the teachers, setting aside its failure to address their numerous grievances, the noble professionals who are shaping the life and career of the future generations, and not forgetting the pathetic conditions of the government’s educational institutions all over Nagaland. And they are taking pride in conducting festivals harping on the same old shallow rhetoric about rich culture, unique history of the Nagas etc…, during such a time as if visitors and guests to the state will not differentiate between their claims and the reality of the state.

Shame on the stakeholders of the state government!

This is the Nagas’ story of the last 70 plus years under India’s forced occupation and 50 plus years of statehood.

What Nagas achieved during these period only makes us a dependant being losing all sense of responsibility.

And the latest hornbill festival would once again provide an opportunity for our Nagas for shouting, parroting and glorifying all the so called rich culture, vibrant society and unique history of the Nagas.

Nobody, not even the non-Nagas, deny the unique history that is in the possession of the Nagas, but the danger before us is we are all now consumed into it and we could no longer see the world beyond this “uniqueness” syndrome. Unique history is solely us, and our culture too is ours, it belongs to us and we can proudly own it. Nobody can take away from us and nobody would contest with us. But that so called “unique history” should not turn into an obsession and self admiration for us which would become a roadblock for our progress.

How long will we Nagas live under this myth that we will one day become a productive citizens and would prosper under India? We need to free ourself from this illusion. It’s time Naga need to completely do away with this slave mentality under India’s occupation and look beyond our claim of unique history and uniqueness narrative, and strive towards making our Naga society a self reliant and a conscious society that is made up of a people of who are a responsible and independent being.

Naga society needs to produce citizens who should be an active and productive citizen who can take the Nagas towards the path of progress and prosperity. And if Nagas cannot achieved that during that last 70 plus years of life under occupation, in a wrong political system, then the only option left for the Nagas is to explore a new political order that can help Nagas achieved that feet. And that new political order should be all about restoring our right to a free sovereign nation which is the only hope for the Nagas towards becoming free, independent and productive thinkers and citizens.

Dr. Nsungbemo Ezung, Wokha Town, (ezung_n@yahoo.com)

Reader’s Post

Gratitude to the Naga Tourist Police

Sir,

From the first day of the appearance of their faces in the papers to the last day of the Hornbill Festival, they were a sight that gladdened every Naga heart with pride and joy. Congratulations-the mixed TP force for making all our Naga hearts proud by your excellent performance. Your light has shined all the more brightly because of the dismal background against which you have brilliantly performed your duties.

As a Naga, I for one have been hanging my head in shame for the exorbitant prices our various stalls at the Hornbill Festival were charging on our guests for sale of their commodities.

Everything Naga about me, revolts against this present day most shameful practice. Far for charging our guests, we are a people with a culture that freely gives when some strangers or guests appear on our doorsteps or villages. Have our Naga businessman also become extortionist like our corrupt politicians and so called national workers? What impression are we giving to all our foreign guest who have come from all over the world to see Nagalnd and her culture? I am also told about our hotels and taxi drivers who have been charging exorbitant rates from our foreign guests. Shame on all of you for misrepresenting and desecrating our true Naga sense of hospitality and culture.

I however want to end with a positive note by appreciating some of the foreign guests who have noted the various positive Naga characteristics and have expressed their acknowledgement through the various media outlets. Of noteworthy significance in these list of appreciators is included the GOC 3 Corps (Lt. Gen.Gopal R) who, as Chief Guest on Dec. 9 stated that “Naga culture is not only about colorful costumes, dances and songs but more so of the values of honesty, simplicity, hospitality and the great Naga warrior tradition”. Thank you all for your visit and appreciation. I hope Nagas have noted what others have noted about us.

Kaka D. Iralu

Reader’s note: Articles or letters published in any of the columns do not reflect the view of this newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2018

Protect identity of rape victims: SC

A view of the Supreme Court of India in New Delhi. (File)

AHF announces willingness to install free condom kiosks

cially at casual sexual or unplanned sexual encounters.

“Large national level condom sensitisation programs have proved that free condom distribution not only increases condom use among sexually active populations, but also promotes delayed sexual initiation and abstinence among youth,” Dr V Sam Prasad, Country Program Director, AHF, said.

Last year, the AHF initiated an online free condom store for individuals and organisations to provide them stigma-free, easy access to condoms across the country. Within the first three months, the AHF disseminated 10-lakh free condoms across the country, which included more than 4-lakh condoms delivered to individuals alone.

district.

ZB (N) further appealed to State government authorities and other Naga tribal bodies in Nagaland to respect the established system of each tribe and maintain cordial relationship for peaceful coexistence without interference.

Mentioning that it was clearly known to every tribe

ment, ZB (N) discouraged meddling in each other tribe’s organisations by encouraging social problem without realising its root cause on the ground.

“Let us not further use the policy of divide and rule among the Nagas, but work in unity for peaceful and acceptable political settlement,” the statement appealed.

Dmu civil society groups flay report

(From p-1) “A reputed newspaper agency must not abuse it’s freedom of journalism for the cited above issue,” the signatories said. They explained that the issue arose due to the two events -- The Dimapur Fest and night carnival -- scheduled on the same date, but was amicably resolved with initiation of DUCCF and NCD on November 21, 2018 between “The Better Dimapur Team” and DCCI BAN and EDBA. At the same time, they said the combined civil bodies were not affiliated to any political party in any manner. Further, the signatories said they highly condemned the attitude and act of defamation for bringing confusion, division and mistrust amongst the organisations and specially in the minds of the public. “Such unauthorised articles flashing in the media by the journalist must be condemned by all right thinking citizens of the State,” they said. The signatories maintained that the responsible journalist must tender an apology to the public and the organisers for tarnishing the whole concept of December Fest, which they said was much awaited by young and old with full enthusiasm.

NMA, DDGBA back NGBF peace rally

(From p-1) Therefore, NMA has informed its unit tribal women and all responsible women to step out and walk for peace in their respective headquarters and “be a part of this historic rally.”

DDGBA: Extending support to the proposed rally, the Dimapur District Gaon Buras’ Association (DDGBA) has requested all eight GBs administrative units to attend the rally at DC office at 9:30 am on December 12.

AAP fails to expand outside Delhi, yet again Kailash Meghwal, oldest New Delhi, Dec 11 (PTI): The AAP’s attempt to expand outside Delhi failed again Tuesday as it drew a blank in assembly polls and the NOTA bagged more votes than the party.

In Madhya Pradesh, the AAP fielded 208 candidates and a majority of them had their deposits fortified. Its chief ministerial candidate and Narmada Bachao Andolan member Alok Agarwal bagged 823 votes as against 29,789 garnered by a Congress candidate and 29,396 by a BJP candidate from the Bhopal Dakshin Paschim seat.

The counting for the seat was still on. In Chhattisgarh, the party fielded candidates on 85 seats, on 41 in Telangana and on 142 in Rajasthan. The results showed that this was yet

another election when the AAP was unable to make a mark outside Delhi.

It somehow succeeded in Punjab last year, where it is the principal opposition party but its legislators are at odds with the central leadership. It put up a poor show in Goa last year.

The NOTA or none of the above option appeared to have outperformed several political parties, including the AAP and the Samajwadi Party, which contested the assembly polls in the five states, including Mizoram. According to Election Commission’s website at 5.45 pm on Tuesday, the NOTA votes ranged as high as 2.1 per cent in Chhattisgarh to a low of 0.5 per cent in Mizoram.

AAP’s leadership refrained from commenting

GRATITUDE

We the Village Bee Keeping Committee, Mima (VBKC) give thanks to Nagaland Bee and Honey Mission (NBHM) for giving us their stall at Hornbill Festival, Kisama to sell our products for four consecutive days and awarding us as the best VBCK in Kohima District Nagaland on the 1st “Nagaland Honey Day” held at Dimapur on 5th Dec. 2018.

Therefore, we hope and pray that the Mission will continue to help the Committee in the days to come.

Suse Khamo Adu Angami Livi Secy., VBKC, Mima Chairman, VBKC, Mima

OFFICE OF THE WOKHA TOWN PHIRO UNION (WTPU) DIST. WOKHA, NAGALAND

on the party’s performance in the elections. However, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said the poll results were an indication that the countdown for the end of the Modi-rule has begun.

Party leaders said the AAP did not wholeheartedly participate in the polls and the exercise was undertaken to keep the organisation intact in most of the states.

A party leader said the central leadership also did not show interest in other states as it showed in Punjab and Goa in 2017.

“We did not project ourselves as the Congress and the BJP did during the polls. We could not match

their resources,” Agarwal told PTI. Interestingly, Kejriwal last visited Madhya Pradesh in July, Agarwal said. “In Telangana, we contested to make our presence felt and also for our organisation,” AAP MLA and the party’s Telangana in-charge Somnath Bharti said.

In Rajasthan, the AAP had to sort out its internal squabbles. Last year, the party made rebel leader Kumar Vishwas in-charge of the state. He quit the post, alleging that the leadership was not supporting him. The party’s affairs in Rajasthan were then handed over to Deepak Bajpai.

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New Delhi, Dec 10 (PTI): The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), the largest global AIDS organisation operating in 42 countries, on Monday announced its willingness to install free condom kiosks in all the universities, youth hostels and software parks across India.

The aim of the initiative is to enable easy access to condoms for youth, especially who are living away from families, in hostels or the migrant-worker force, including those youth working in software and the Silicon Valley, a statement said.

The AHF has already placed more than 25 free condom kiosks in non-traditional outlets like pan shops, super markets and popular bakeries in key Indian cities, enabling easy access to condoms, it stated.

As per the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), India had an estimated 21.40-lakh people living with HIV in 2017. The prevalence has increased primarily due to situational factors among four key population groups -- female sex workers, men who have sex with men, injecting drug users (IDU) and migrant workers, students studying away from homes and communities displaced due to disasters.

“Free distribution is particularly important as paying for a condom becomes often an impediment for condom use, particularly among younger males, espe-

als were neither endorsed to speak nor empowered to represent the tribe on any tribal platform, adding whatever the duo had done was in their individual capacity.

If there was any requirement for Zeliangrong tribe’s representation for future discourse in Nagaland, ZB (N) said it would endorse and rec-

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Jaipur, Dec 11 (PTI): Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Kailash Meghwal Tuesday registered a thumping victory in the state polls by defeating his nearest rival with a record 74,542 votes.

The five-time MLA defeated Congress candidate Mahaveer Prasad from Shahpura seat of Bhilwara constituency.

Meghwal (84) was pitted by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for the second time from Shahpura seat.

He had won the 2013 assembly election by a margin of 43,666 votes.

The Speaker in the 14th Rajasthan Assembly was born on March 22, 1934, in Majwada of Udaipur district.

He completed his MA and LLB. He has held various political portfolios in the state and central government.

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(From p-1) The highly exorbitant price of hotel rooms and home stay in and around Kohima may be understood by the fact that for a home stay, the charge was from Rs. 5000- Rs. 9000 per night with minimum facilities.

Taxi/cabs charges rose to double the rate by evening under the pretext of “rati hoise”.Tourists and visitors had no option but to pay what was demanded by taxi drivers.

The state government could have insisted on fixing rates and those who violated the rate contract in various food stalls, hotels and taxi services should have their permits cancelled, said one tourist.

Zero hour schedules and delay: Most programmes could not start on schedule and this forced tourists to wait for hours in the cold. Many cultural troupes also resented the undue delay because of late arrival of VVIP guests scheduled to inaugurate the programmes.

Empty ATMs: Making it worse, ATMs were empty in Kohima as many tourists found out to their utter dismay. The Spanish visitors were livid at not being able to withdraw money from ATMs to buy souvenirs. Many had to return without spending money for local items since they could not withdraw money.

The indigenously constructed Morung which reflected the dormitory culture of Nagas, turned into pubs by evening. These became dancing and drinking rendezvous of many fun-crazed youths. A research scholar from Manipur was disappointed by the way the Morungs were misused instead of telling stories about the past. He lamented that Hornbill festival has stopped being a Naga culture fest.

Ko l kata , D e c 1 1 (PTI): The Gujarat government has written to the chief ministers of all states to consider setting up guest houses near the newly-constructed Statue of Unity of Sardar Vallabhai Patel.

A few states have evinced interest to set up the guest houses, Bhupendrasinh Chudasama, Gujarat’s minister for education, law, justice and civil aviation said here Tuesday.

“We have written to the chief ministers including West Bengal to consider setting up their state guest houses near the statue. This will be an effort to boost tourism in Gujarat,” Chudasama said.

The Gujarat government constructed the 180feet statue of Sardar Patel at a cost of around Rs 3,000 crore in Narmada district on the state.

The minister said on an average, 15,000 visitors visit the statue every day.

“It will be lovely place for the states to set up their guest houses near the statue,” he said at a news conference on ‘Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2018’ here.

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protected even more than a major victim because a major victim being an adult may still be able to stand the social ostracisation and mental harassment meted out by the society.

However, a minor victim will find it difficult to do so,” it added.

The court said this while addressing the question in what manner the identity of adult victims of rape and children who are victims of sexual abuse should be protected so that they are not subjected to unnecessary ridicule, social ostracisation and harassment. The court dealt with the question of adult rape victims under

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victims cannot be disclosed even by their families.

Pointing to the harassment that a rape victim undergoes during the course of investigation and during the course of trial, Justice Gupta, who pronounced the judgment, said that the victim of rape is treated worse than the perpetrator of the crime and for no fault of the victim.

“Society instead of empathising with the victim, start treating her as an untouchable,” he said.

“A victim of rape/ sexual abuse is treated like -- pariah -- and ostracised from the society,” the court said. “A minor victim of sexual abuse needs to be

the Indian Penal Code and that of children under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO), 2012.

The verdict came on a PIL by advocate Nipun Saxena, who had moved the court seeking steps for the safety of women in public places.

The petition was filed in the aftermath of the December 16, 2012, Delhi gangrape case.

“The media has not only the right but an obligation to report all such cases. However, it should be cautious not to sensationalise the same,” the court said further restraining the media from talking to the “victim because every time a victim repeats the tale of misery, the victim again undergoes the trauma which he/she has gone through”.

Reporting of rape cases, the court said, should be done “sensitively keeping the best interest of the victims, both adult and children, in mind. Sensationalising such cases may garner Television Rating Point (TRP) but does no credit to the credibility of media”.

Guj asks states to ZBN questions legitimacy of 2 signatories ommend ZPO headed by which organisation represet up guest houses (From p-1) The organisation clar- Kiezen, who had the man- sented which tribe in Naga near Statue of Unity ified that the two individu- date of the people of Peren Hoho since its establish-

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New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Tuesday said the identity of rape victims has to be protected at all stages of the case, including during trial, and asked the media to refrain from sensationalising it for the sake of increasing viewership, known as television rating point (TRP).

A bench of Justices Madan B. Lokur and Deepak Gupta said the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) reports and other documents related to such cases sould be handed over to the trial court in a sealed cover without disclosing the identity of the victims.

In such cases involving children from small villages, “even disclosure of the name of village may contravene the provisions of Section 23(2) POCSO because it will just require a person to go to the village and find out who the child is”.

Speaking for the bench, Justice Gupta advised the media to avoid sensationalising rape cases for the purpose of increasing the TRP and ordered that identity of minor rape

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The haat was built to help rural people market their products effectively.

Speaking on the occasion, Tungoe encouraged the villagers to build upon the advantage of scenic beauty of the place by focussing on cultural tourism, eco-tourism and adventure tourism, in order to attract more tourists and visitors.

During the inaugural programme, Poji, District Development Manager, NABARD lauded the

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part-time labour to ensure greater participation of women in the workforce; and review of food safety policies to update archaic laws governing stocking limits, weights and measures, labelling, and taxes on expired food items.

It also asked for decreasing real estate constraints for retail expansion by creating dedicated retail special economic zones as well as simplify regulations and real estate approvals for kiranas to expand their stores. The government should encourage modernisation of traditional retail by subsidising these retailers to adopt the technology, the report said.

Improved access to capital will help retail business especially the traditional retailers, it added.

“The government should also consider 100 per cent FDI in multi-brand retail trade,” the report said.

New Delhi, Dec 11 (PTI): The country’s largest lender SBI is running pilot projects to disburse agricultural loans digitally and expects to roll out the services very soon, a top official said Tuesday. “We are doing some pilot projects. We have tied-up with some players for settlement of payments. Also the digital land records of farmers are available,” SBI MD (Retail & Digital Banking) P K Gupta said on the sidelines of an event here.

When asked about the time-line for the launch of the services, he said as the pilot projects are on already, the bank hopes to provide such services soon. State Bank of India Raises Fixed Deposit Rates by Up to 10 Basis Points to 6.80 Per cent.

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New Delhi, Dec 11 (Agencies): The government should consider permitting 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail trade and further improve ease of doing business for the sector to promote growth in the segment, industry body CII said in a report Tuesday.

These suggestions are part of a national retail policy released by CII. It was jointly prepared by the industry chamber and AT Kearney.

The report said that to overcome the barriers and enable a smooth growth and harmonious coexistence of traditional and modern retail, the government needs to adopt a single cohesive national retail policy, which adequately addresses all the concern areas. The policy has suggested several steps, including strengthening labour laws by regularising policies around

SBI plans to disburse agri loans digitally: Official

New Delhi, Dec 11 (PTI): Gold prices Tuesday rose by Rs 155 to close at Rs 32,650 per 10 gram at the bullion market here due to increase in demand from local jewellers.

Similarly, silver prices surged by Rs 425 to Rs 38,575 per kg on strong demand from industrial units and coin makers.

Traders said gold saw on uptrend on rising demand from local jewellers.

Besides, a weakening rupee against the US dollar and positive global cues aided the gain in the prices.

In the national capital, gold of 99.9 per cent and 99.5 per cent purities surged Rs 155 each to close at Rs 32,650 and Rs 32,500 per 10 gram, respectively.

On Monday, the yellow metal rose by Rs 145 to close at Rs 32,495 per 10 gram.

Sovereign gold however held steady at Rs 25,000 per piece of 8 gram.

Globally, gold stood at USD 1,246.17 an ounce in New York and silver held steady at USD 14.59 an ounce.

Silver ready rose by Rs 425 to Rs 38,575 per kg, while weekly-based delivery gained Rs 269 to Rs 38,159 per kg.

Silver coins however held steady at Rs 74,000 for buying and Rs 75,000 for selling of 100 pieces.

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71.85, down 53 paise over its previous closing price.

On Monday, the Indian rupee tumbled 50 paise to close at 71.32 against the US dollar.

“Timing of the (RBI) governor’s resignation and the already-cautious mood in the markets following yesterday’s exit polls, to be followed by today’s actual count for the state elections, will dampen sentiments. INR is likely to weaken past 72/USD as NDFs suggest, with Monday’s equity sell-off to seek further downside,” Radhika Rao, Economist at DBS Bank and Philip Wee, FX Strategist at DBS Bank, said.

Meanwhile, benchmark indices pared all early losses to end with robust gains Tuesday. The 30-share Sensex climbed 190.29 points, or 0.54 per cent, to end at 35,150.01, after falling over 500 points intra-day. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty rose 60.70 points, or 0.58 per cent, to 10,549.15.

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tion of corporate bonds for mutual funds.

Regarding the pricing agencies, SEBI plans to evolve a supervisory and regulatory framework.

In another key proposal, SEBI plans to relax is the norms for clubbing of investment limits for FPIs, officials said.

Currently, the foreign portfolio investors are treated as part of the same investor group and the investment limits of all such entities are clubbed for deriving the investment limit as applicable to a single FPI, in case of the same set of ultimate beneficial owners investing through multiple entities.

Under the proposed norm, multiple entities having common ownership, directly or indirectly, of more than 50 per cent would be treated as part of the same investor group and their investment limits would be clubbed.

Besides, the clubbing of investment limit would not be applicable in case of entities having common control, if the FPIs are appropriately regulated public retail funds.

Public retail funds typically include insurance companies, pension funds and mutual funds or unit trusts that are open for retail subscriptions.

Mumbai, Dec 11 (PTI): The rupee staged a late rebound after plunging 110 paise in early trade Tuesday but still ended 53 paise lower at 71.85 against the US dollar following RBI Governor Urjit Patel’s shock exit coupled with the loss of the ruling BJP in key state elections.

Analysts said the RBI governor’s surprise resignation and the ruling BJP’s loss in state elections unnerved forex traders initially but a fag-end rebound in domestic equities and dollar selling by some state-owned banks helped in the recovery of the domestic currency.The domestic unit, which saw a heavy sell-off by plunging 110 paise in opening trade, staged a mild recovery towards the end of the session but still settled in the negative territory.

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ey market instruments in case of a credit event while ensuring fair treatment to all unitholders.

‘Side pocketing’ is a mechanism to separate distressed, illiquid and hard-tovalue assets from other more liquid assets in a portfolio.

It prevents the distressed assets from damaging the returns generated from more liquid and better-performing assets.

As per one proposal to amend the insider trading norms, entities belonging to promoter group will need to make initial and continuous disclosure about their shareholdings and the subsequent share transactions exceeding Rs 10 lakh.

Currently, such disclosure requirements are mandatory for promoters, key management personnel and directors of a company, but there is no obligation on entities belonging to promoter groups.

Officials said SEBI is also of the view that an earlier proposed exercise for determining a uniform bond valuation methodology to be followed by all regulated entities across the financial sector may not be pursued.

However, SEBI will prescribe high-level principles to be followed uniformly across all mutual funds for strengthening the existing system of valua-

Rupee tumbles 53 paise

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New Delhi, Dec 11 (PTI): Markets regulator SEBI will discuss a slew of measures at its board meeting on Wednesday for expanding its offer for sale framework to more companies, relax its norms for clubbing of investment limits by established foreign investors and tighten insider trading rules, officials said.

A number of other important matters will also be discussed such as relaxations for new-age ventures in sectors like e-commerce, data analytics and biotechnology to raise funds and get the shares of these new-age ventures traded on stock exchanges and creating a separate category of ‘difficult to recover’ cases for optimal utilisation of its resources, they added.

These proposals, along with several others, are likely to be discussed by SEBI’s board at its meeting on Wednesday.

Officials said the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is also considering changes in its regulatory framework for debenture trustees. Besides, it plans to allow custodial services in the commodity derivatives market to enable institutional participation.

Another proposal involves enabling mutual funds to undertake ‘side pocketing’ of debt and mon-

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May tours Europe in a bid to save Brexit deal

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possible, it’s the only deal possible.

“There is no room whatsoever for renegotiation but of course there is room, if used intelligently, to give further clarification and further interpretations.”

MPs in the House of Commons were due to vote on the deal on Tuesday night, but May deferred it on Monday, admitting she expected to lose by a “significant margin”.

Her spokesman said Tuesday the vote would be rescheduled before January 21 -- just months before Britain leaves the EU on March 29.

EU President Donald Tusk, who was also to meet May in Brussels, has called

Trump approves strategy to combat WMD terrorism Washington, Dec 11 (IANS): US President Donald Trump on Monday approved the National Strategy for Countering WMD Terrorism, in a bid to counter extremist groups’ attempt to use Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) against the US. According to a statement issued by the White House, the new strategy marked Trump’s “decisive step” to counter WMD threat posed by terrorists against the US by highlighting “the urgency of placing chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear weapons beyond the reach of the world’s most dangerous people.”

This strategy is “the first-ever comprehensive, public description of the US Government’s approach to combating Weapons of Mass Destruction terrorism,” the White House said, Xinhua news agency reported.

Specifically, the US will “lead global efforts to close off terrorists’ access to WMD and related materials,” apply consistent

Donald Trump (File) pressure against terrorist groups that seek to obtain and use these weapons, and, as an insurance policy, strengthen its defences against WMD threats at home and abroad, it added.

The White House said that these steps will reduce the likelihood of the most destructive weapons falling into the hands of terrorists, and protect Americans.

In October, Trump signed a comprehensive National Strateg y for Counterterrorism, which detailed his administration’s approach to defeat Islamic State and other extremist groups at home and abroad.

12 killed in Taliban attack on Afghan security forces Kabul, Dec 11 (IANS): At least four members of the Afghan security forces and eight civilians, including two women and a child, were killed on Tuesday in a suicide car bombing by the Taliban targeting a military convoy in a district of Kabul province.

The attack took place in the morning when a suicide bomber detonated explosives in Kabul’s Paghman district, Interior Ministry spokesperson Najib Danish was cited as saying

by TOLO news. The attacker was also killed in the bombing.

Twelve people, including civilians as well as members of the security forces, were injured in the attack, Kabul police spokesperson Basir Mujahid told Efe news. “In today’s attack 12 people have been martyred, including four members of the security forces and eight civilians. Among the dead civilians are two women and a child,” the official said.

In a statement, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid identified the assailant as Amran Masoum, adding that the attack had targeted US forces and members of Afghan intelligence agency.

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a meeting of the other 27 EU leaders on Thursday to discuss the latest Brexit developments.

They and May were already due to attend a European Council summit on Thursday and Friday, which the British prime minister is expected to use to further press her case.

Irish Foreign Minister Simon Coveney said his government ruled out changes to the wording of the withdrawal agreement, but said there could be “a political declaration coming from a European Council”.

“The Irish government doesn’t have an issue with providing reassurance if that’s helpful,” he told national broadcaster RTE. May faces strong opposition from her own Conservative MPs and parliamentary allies over a clause in the Brexit deal designed to keep open the border with Ireland. The so-called backstop risks tying Britain into a customs union with the EU for years after it leaves the bloc -- far from the clean break that eurosceptics want.

“I have heard those concerns and I will now do

everything I possibly can to secure further assurances,” May told mutinous MPs on Monday, after pulling the vote.

But it is far from clear what she can achieve.

One of her ministers, Martin Callanan, said in Brussels on Tuesday that Britain is seeking “additional legal reassurances that UK cannot be permanently trapped in the Irish backstop”.

Leader of the House Andrea Leadsom said this could take the form of “an addendum”.

May said on Monday that “nothing should be off the table”, but warned that reopening the withdrawal agreement could see other countries seek to remomve bits they do not like, for example on fishing rights.

Anand Menon, European politics professor at King’s College London, said May needed Brussels to make it “absolutely clear” that it would offer no new concessions on the deal.

“I imagine they’ll add some language saying that both sides remain convinced that we’ll never need to

use the backstop,” he told AFP. Even if no deal is secured, Britain is still on course to leave the EU on March 29 -- a scenario the government has warned will be hugely damaging to the economy.

The decision to defer the vote sent the pound plunging.

Tusk said Thursday’s EU meeting would cover no-deal plans, while May’s cabinet was also due to discuss the issue on Wednesday.

France’s minister for European affairs, Nathalie Loiseau, said the possibility of no deal was “not unlikely”, adding: “I’m very worried.” May’s decision also drew outrage from MPs, who demanded the right to vote on the Brexit deal.

Opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn is facing calls to table a noconfidence vote in the prime minister, but is holding off for now as the party believes May is likely to win.

“The government has lost control of events and is in complete disarray,” he warned on Monday.

Ukraine to end 2-decade-old friendship treaty with Russia Kiev, Dec 11 (IANS): Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko signed the legislation on ending the Treaty on Friendship, Cooperation and Partnership between Ukraine and Russia, the presidential press service said on Monday.

The treaty, which has been in place for about two decades, will be terminated on April 1, 2019 amid rising tensions between the two countries.

The Ukrainian leader said that the non-extension of the deal is “a part of the Ukrainian strategy of reorientation towards Europe,” Xinhua news agency reported.

The bill was approved by the Ukrainian parliament on Thursday, supported by 277 votes, far more than the 226 minimum required.

In September, Poroshenko signed a decree to enforce a decision of the National Security and Defence Council to terminate the friendship treaty with Russia.

Under the agreement, which was signed in 1997

A huge Soviet-era arch in Kyiv, symbolizing Ukraine and Russia’s friendship and union, where an unknown artist added a crack following recent tensions.

and took effect on April 1, 1999, Kiev and Moscow pledged to respect each other’s borders and to peacefully settle disputes.

The agreement includes a clause that it automatically extends each ten years if neither of the parties takes actions to end it.

Relations between K i e v a n d M o s c o w, which have been deteriorating since early 2014 over Crimea and eastern Ukraine, escalated last

month.

On November 25, three Ukrainian ships attempting to sail through the Kerch Strait from the Black Sea to the Sea of Azov were seized by Russian forces for allegedly violating the Russian border.

The Ukrainian Navy said that it had informed Russia in advance of the passage, while Russia said it had received no such report and the ships ignored multiple warnings by the Russian border guards.

India’s role crucial for Afghan peace process: Pak Islamabad, Dec 11 (PTI): Probably for the first time, Pakistan has acknowledged that India has stakes in Afghanistan and its cooperation is necessary for the peace process in the war-torn country.

Speaking in the National Assembly on Monday, Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi said Pakistan alone could not bring peace in Afghanistan as it was a “shared responsibility” of regional countries.

“Prime Minister Imran Khan had said that peace could not be established in Afghanistan through military power.

Today the US, Pakistan,

Shah Mehmood Qureshi (File) Afghanistan and Taliban also wanted a solution through dialogue,” The Express Tribune quoted Qureshi as saying.

“Some meetings have taken place [among key stakeholders] for establishment of peace in Afghanistan. India also has

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We the family of Late Athon Zeliang, of New Jalukie Village, Peren, Nagaland, would like to convey our heartfelt and profound gratitude to each and every individual, PHED Peren, neighbours, friends, churches and well wishers in so many ways during his prolonged illness and following his last day on 29th October 2018.

We have been immensely blessed and indebted to everyone. May Almighty God shower abundant blessings to you all.

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stakes in Afghanistan and its cooperation will also be needed,” Qureshi said.

The US has indicated that it plans to give a role to India in Afghanistan, whereas Pakistan’s stance over the years was quite clear that India had no role to play in Afghanistan.

Pakistan perceives India’s development contributions in Afghanistan as part of New Delhi’s strategic encirclement policy that Islamabad feels would leave it vulnerable in any potential conflict.

He said US president Donald Trump in a letter to Prime Minister Khan had asked Pakistan to help and facilitate the peace pro-

cess in Afghanistan which Qureshi said Pakistan was already doing.

Speaking about relations with India, Qureshi expressed the hope that New Delhi will reciprocate Pakistan’s goodwill gesture of taking the initiative to open the Kartarpur corridor for Indian Sikh pilgrims.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government of India “unwillingly” had to accept the Pakistani offer to open the corridor and they later approved it through a resolution in a Cabinet meeting, he said.

Pakistan hopes that India will review its policy in Kashmir, he said.

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Me and my Mrs. Hukani, from the deep bottom of our hearts, very sincerely ex p re s s e s o u r h e a r t fe l t gratitude to each and every individuals, various churches a n d o r g a n i z a t i o n s , wh o stood by us, sharing our most difficult times and pain during the prolonged illness and sad demise of our beloved Late KIMIYETOLI (KIMI) WOTSA, D/o Viyikhu Wotsa of Mishilimi Pughoboto Town on 3rd Nov’ 2018.

We deeply regret our inability to thank each and everyone of you individually but we pray that our God Almighty bless all of you.

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We, the bereaved family of Lt. Loreni Lotha would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Dimapur Lotha Baptist Church, Doctors & Nurses of NHRC Dimapur, individuals, families, friends and staff of Directorate of S & WC, Kohima who stood by us physically, spiritually and materially during her illness and sad demise on 8.12.2018.

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Berlin, Dec 11 (AFP): Embattled British Prime Minister Theresa May embarked on a tour of European capitals on Tuesday in a desperate bid to salvage her Brexit deal, a day after delaying a parliamentary vote on the text to avoid a crushing defeat.

May had breakfast with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte in The Hague before heading to Berlin for lunch with Chancellor Angela Merkel, and was then to travel on to Brussels.

She is seeking “reassurances” over provisions in the EU withdrawal agreement concerning Northern Ireland, which she hopes could persuade her rebellious Conservative party to support it.

European Commission chief Jean-Claude Juncker said ahead of meeting May that he was “surprised” at being asked for more talks.

“I’m surprised because we had reached an agreement on November 25” at the last EU summit, he told the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We the bereaved family member of Lt. Nzanbemo Murry would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to every individuals, families, friends, churches, organizations and well wishers who stood by us physically, financially, morally and spirituality upholding in prayers at the sad demise of our beloved on 9th Dec 2018 at Referral Hospital, Dimapur.

We also convey our special thanks to;1. Doctors & Nurses of Referral Hospital, Dimapur 2. Dr. Renben 3. Dr. Bithungo 4. Wokha Village Baptist Church 5. Wokha Civil Hospital 6. Dimapur Wokha Village Ekhung 7. Dimapur Wokha Village Eloe Yanpoe Yanbi Okho 8. Kohima Wokha Village Ekhung 9. Wokha Village Govt. Employees Union 10. CMO Staff Wokha 11. Wokha Village Youth WC-308

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Loving husband, sons & relatives.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT LATE S. CHINGJUN KONYAK

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We the bereaved family members of Late S. CHINGJUN KONYAK would like to convey our profound gratitude to all, our relatives, friends, neighbours, churches, societies, associations and unions who have rendered unconditional support with unceasing prayers during the prolonged illness and the sad demise of our dear beloved father on 5th of November 2018.

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07-05-1925 –– 28-11-2018 We the family of Lt. SAKUTEMSU LEMTUR (Mongsenyimti) acknowledge the expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us; we offer our heartfelt gratitude to friends, neighbors, churches and all the well wishers who were with us during his short illness and comforting us during our darkest hours with your physical, financial and prayer support.

We are unable to thank each and everyone personally but our thoughts and prayer will always be with you and may the Almighty bless you all.

Lastly, a special thanks to the Doctors and Nurses of Eden Hospital, Dimapur and Mopungchuket Village Youth Department, who had rendered their Yeomen Service for the departed soul.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2018

Awomi crowned Top Academy Awards considers ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ is 20th Lovi Model Nagaland 2018 going without host: report century’s most streamed song F

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ritish band Queen’s most well-known tune “Bohemian Rhapsody” has become the 20th century’s most streamed song.

Universal Music Group said the song has been streamed more than 1.6 billion times globally on streaming platforms

such as Spotify. The song which was recorded in 1975 reached number one on the charts twice in the United Kingdom in the years 1975 and 1991, The Guardian reported.

The song reached new popularity following the film “Bohemian Rhapsody” which chronicled

the band’s success. The movie is also a success and has grossed more than $173 million domestically, according to Box Office Mojo. The film is currently in theaters and received a best picture drama Golden Globe nomination. Rami Malek, who portrayed Queen frontman Freddie Mercury in the film, received a Golden Globe nomination as well.

The band’s guitarist, Brian May, said in a statement that he was “very happy” to hear the song was still successful.

“So the river of rock music has metamorphosed into streams! Very happy that our music is still flowing to the max!” May said in a statement, according to The Guardian.

Other songs that were close to being the most streamed of the 20th century include Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” and Guns N Roses’ “Sweet Child O’Mine.”

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ov i Aw o m i wa s crowned Top Model Nagaland 2018 during a spectacular show held at Ura Academy, Kohima on the December 10.

Best Ramp Walk and Best Photo subtitles were bagged by Ngusanuo Seyie and Viphrotsunuo Kehie respectively.

The judges for the event were former beauty queen and super model Lanula Kronu, celebrity make-up artiste and pageant expert Johny D’Ascoli, saloon blue CEO Martha.

Activist and Nagaland

Organic Connect executive director Abea Mero mesmerized the evening with a power packed motivational speech.

Nagaland Top Model contest was part of the Hornbill International Festival, powered by Nagaland Tourism and sponsored by Dreamer’s Club, MOI by Akuonuo Khezhie Yhome .

The glittering event was organized by Glamour’s Hub Nagaland with Sasongdangba Yaden as the leading man of the show.

o l l ow i n g Kev i n Hart’s announcement that he was bowing out as host of the 2019 Academy Awards, a report on Monday suggested that organizers behind the annual event are considering airing next year’s telecast without a host.

The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences is exploring all options, sources with knowledge of the situation told Variety.

The show may go sans host, an insider told the outlet, and instead would feature “a bunch of huge celebs, something ‘SNL’ style, and buzzy people to throw to commercial.”

Organizers reportedly are leery of booking a host considered too controversial or “off the cuff,” the report claimed.

Hart announced last week that he was stepping down from hosting the award show amid criticism over years-old tweets deemed anti-gay.

“I have made the choice to step down from

Kevin Hart

hosting this year’s Oscar’s....this is because I do not want to be a distraction on a night that should be celebrated by so many amazing talented artists. I sincerely apologize to the LGBTQ community for my insensitive words from my past,” Hart tweeted.

In a follow-up tweet he added, “I’m sorry that I hurt people.. I am evolving and want to continue to do so. My goal is to bring people together not tear us apart. Much love & appreciation to the Academy. I hope we can meet again.”

Shortly after announc-

ing the hosting gig, several now-deleted tweets by Hart using words such as “homo” and “gay,” dating back to 2011, resurfaced.

In a 2010 stand-up special, Hart said “If I can prevent my son from being gay, I will.”

GLAAD, a g roup founded by LGBT people in media, said it had contacted the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to discuss Hart’s gig prior to his stepping down. The 91st Academy Awards is set to air Sunday, Feb. 24.

(FoxNews)

help animals include announcing plans to open an animal shelter near Mumbai, launching the PAWsitive campaign to raise awareness that animals suffer when people set off loud firecrackers, and successfully helping to demand a ban on cruel horse-drawn

carriage rides in Mumbai.

“Going vegetarian was one of the best decisions I ever made. I have more energy, I feel healthier, and I’m so happy that no animals had to suffer for my meals,” Anushka said in a statement.

Kartik said it only took

one video of animals suffering and dying in the meat industry to convince him to go vegetarian.

“The kindest thing anybody can do for cows, pigs, chickens, and all animals is to stop eating them,” he said.

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Anushka, Kartik named India’s hottest vegetarians

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Anushka Sharma and Kartik Aaryan.

ctors Anushka Sharma and Kartik Aaryan have been named India’s Hottest Vegetarians, according to votes on the official website of People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India.

Anushka has become the first two-time female

winner of the title, having previously won in 2015.

The actress, who was also named PETA India’s Person of the Year in 2017, recently starred in an ad campaign for PETA India, proclaiming: “I Am Anushka Sharma, and I’m a Vegetarian.”

Her other efforts to

HAPPY 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Mrs. Nreno & Mr. Chuthungo Kikon

Happy 72nd Wedding Anniversary 12th December 1946-2018

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To Mrs. & Mr. Rhonthungo Tungoe May your marriage be blessed with love, joy, happiness and companionship for all the years of your lives and may you get many years of life together to celebrate.

God Bless You Both!

With love and prayers Children, In-laws, Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren

“ He sets up kings and deposes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning.”

With immense pride and honour we take this opportunity to convey our heartiest congratulations to our beloved father Shri AHOVI ZHIMOMI on his 50th Anniversary (Golden Jubilee) Celebration of GB Satakha Town 1968 Dec 12th - Dec 12th 2018.

Our hearts are filled with exceeding joy and thanks giving for the love and compassion that you have for us even though in your olden age of 88 and this has clearly proven to us that you had lived in God’s love and faithfulness.

May our good Lord grant you with more wisdom, longevity of life and take you under his care in the coming years.

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Loving wife, children, in-laws and grandchildren.

Sticking to each other for many years, Loving endlessly and cherishing each other.

The unconditional love that you shared, did wonders and it reminds us of God's wonderful blessings.

May God's love continue to brighten your journey together in the coming days.

We are grateful to God for your love, and your prayers has bought us thus far.

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With all our love, Children, in-laws & grand children

GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MR. KHAZAMO MOZHUI & MRS. TSIYANI MOZHUI th

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Today is the milestone for 50 years of successful marriage. May God continue to fill your life with more love, happiness and good health.

Wishing you a wonderful 50th Wedding Anniversary!

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FELICITATION

With immense exhilaration and pride, we the KTF extend our heartiest congratulation to Rev. Dr. Phanenmo Kath, S/o. Lt. Rev. Wekhenu Kath for being awarded Doctor of Theology under Senate of Serampore College, Kolkata in Christian Ministry (Counselling) on the topic “The impact of select correlates on Naga family system: Implication for family counseling models”.

The Fellowship wishes him great success in his future endeavours.

Nonjilo Kath Haimuya Kath President, KTF Gen. Secretary, KTF

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12 December, 2018 Dearest Apvü, Apo

KANDI THEOLOGICAL FELLOWSHIP (KTF)

With love and prayer Children, grandchildren & in-laws

CONGRATULATIONS Dr. C. Alitemjen Longkumer (son of Shri S. Chuba Longkumer & Mrs. C. Limala Pongen) of Chuchuyimlang village for being conferred the degree of Doctor in Thelogy (D.Th) in the Department of Communication under the Senate of Serampore, India.

The Chuchuyimlang Longkumer Dimapur Unit expresses our thanks and appreciation for your noble achievement and wish you the very best in your future endeavours.

Nukenlepden Lkr President

Imlikaba Lkr G. Secy.

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Richarlison shoots to give Everton the lead after being teed up by Andre Gomes in the 15th minute of the match.

with a sumptuous effort in stoppage-time.

The draw sees Everton miss the chance to climb back into the top six, they remain seventh, three points and five places clear of Watford in 12th.

It took just 15 minutes for Richarlison to show Watford what they were missing as he peeled into space in the penalty area and applied a clinical finish to Andre Gomes’ cutback from the right.

Replays showed Theo Walcott to be in an offside position in the build-up to Richarlison’s opener, but the goal was allowed to

stand.

Troy Deeney missed a glorious chance to draw Watford level four minutes later when he diverted Domingos Quina’s cross over an open goal, although the linesman’s flag was already up to spare his blushes.

Both sides had chances before the interval as Pereyra glanced a Ken Sema cross wide on 38 minutes before Sigurdsson’s effort was blocked by Craig Cathcart.

Wa tfo rd re tur ne d from the break energised and nearly scored on three occasions early in the second period.

The travelling Watford fans thought Pereyra had hauled them level when he fired a free-kick into the side-netting on 55 minutes.

A long throw then fell for Doucoure, who saw a shot inadvertently blocked on the ground by Yerry Mina, before Deeney’s shot with the outside of his foot was tipped away by Jordan Pickford.

But Watford finally drew level on 63 minutes when Coleman turned the ball into his own net after Pereyra’s shot cannoned back off the post.

And the Hornets completed a remarkable turnaround two minutes later, taking the lead for the first time thanks to Doucoure’s towering header.

Everton were handed the chance to restore parity on 68 minutes when Christian Kabasele bundled Mina over in the area, but Sigurdsson’s penalty was saved by the legs of Ben Foster.

Watford looked set to return to winning ways after five games without a win but Digne has the final say with virtually the last kick, curling a stunning free-kick beyond Foster to salvage a point.

E ve r t o n t r ave l t o champions Man City for Saturday’s lunchtime kickoff while Watford host Cardiff.

MKYO 45th sports meet underway

Kuzholuzo Nienu and Kezhienyi Khalo with others on the opening day of MKYO sports meet.

Ko h i m a , D e c 1 1 (NPN): The 45th sports meet of Middle Khomi Yo u t h O r g a n i z a t i o n (MKYO) got underway at the newly constructed local ground of Middle Khomi under Phek district on Tuesday.

M L A Ku z h o l u z o (Azo) Nienu, the special

guest for the event called upon the need to frame a comprehensive state sports policy for all sports discipline to encourage the sportspersons in the state.

While stating that the state has so much potential in sports, he called on the government to invest more funds towards sports

activities.

Neinu impressed upon the sports persons to focus on constant practice so as to excel in sports.

Also speaking on the occasion, MLA Kezhienyi Khalo called upon the participants to exhibit their best skills and improve further. He further

acknowledged Kuzholuzo Nienu for always standing tall towards the welfare and progress of the Chakhesang community.

Earlier, welcome address was delivered by MKYO president Zalezo Vero while MKYO sports secretary Verayi Tenenu administered oath to the five participating teams.

The opening ceremony was chaired by Vediisii Lohe while vote of thanks was proposed by Middle Khomi Village Council chairman Vekhotso Lohe.

The meet will conclude on December 15 with Veciito Tenyi, general secretary, NDPP youth organization (Central) as guest of honour.

KASA golden jubilee celebration begins

Dimapur, Dec 11 (NPN): The golden jubilee celebration of Kamaleah Area Sports Association (KASA) got underway Tuesday at Lephori village, Phek with Dr. Andrew Ahoto, chairman of Livingstone Foundation Higher Secondary School as special guest.

KASA was formed in 1968 and is one of the prominent sports bodies of the Pochury tribe covering six ranges, viz Lephori, Akhen, Kanjang, Matikhrü, Reguri and Mollen.

Speaking on the occasion, Ahoto called upon the people to shun all kinds of isms and work together for ushering in an era of unity and brotherhood through such events like sports. He highlighted the importance of sports events in bringing about peace and unity in the region and also called upon the younger generation to improve their skills rather than focusing only on bookish education.

Maj. Ar pit, OC of 22 Assam Rifles, Akhen Post, who is also one of the patrons of KASA, also attended the inaugural programme.

The valedictory function on December 14 will be graced by Wetsope Krome, IPS, Inspector General of Police (ABn/NAP), Nagaland as the special guest.

Immanuel College organises inter-college basketball tourney

Players of Unity College with the trophy after winning the inter-college basketball tourney.

Dimapur, Dec 11 (NPN): The Inter College Basketball Tournament for both men and women, organised by Immanuel College, was held at the college campus on Tuesday.

In the men’s category, Unity College emerged as the champions followed by Immanuel College as the runner up. In the women’s category, the trophy was lifted by St. John College with S.D Jain Girls College as the runner up. The winning colleges were awarded with a trophy, citations and

SGSA general meeting on December 13

a cash prize of Rs.10,000 for the champions and Rs.5000 for the runners up.

The top scorer in the men’s category was Amento from Immanuel College while Kivitoli Ayemi from St. John College was the top scorer in the women’s category. Both were awarded with certificate and cash prize of Rs.1000 each.

Earlier, Er. William Kath, NPS, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Dimapur graced the inaugural function as the special invitee. In his address,

Kath encouraged the players to have the sportsmanship spirit and have the will to win. He also urged the players to show all fairness and have respect and a sense of fellowship with one’s competitors.

The programme was led by Serfudin Ali and invocation was offered by Temjen Longkumer.

Altogether four colleges namely-Unity College, SD Jain Girls College, St.John College and Immanuel College took part in the tournament.

Thenyizumi sports meet from Dec 14

Dimapur, Dec 11 (NPN): The Sumi Games and Sports Association (SGSA) has convened a general meeting on December 13 at 10:00 am at the president’s residence, Shokhuvi village, Dimapur.

The meeting will focus on the forth coming Sumi Hoho Trophy and other related issues.

Therefore, all the executives, unit presidents and members have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

For any information, contact 9436602908 or 9856235909.

FUNERAL SERVICE

Kohima, Dec 11 (NPN): The 48th sports meet of the Thenyizumi Youth Social Welfare Organisation will be held from December 14 at Thenyizu local ground.

1st DEATH ANNIVERSARY of our beloved mother

Late Tozheli Ayemi (12th December 2017) "Gone but not forgotten"

"Your life was a blessing, your memory was a treasure...

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Everton hold Watford 2-2

L o n d o n, D e c 1 1 (Agencies): Lucas Digne’s stunning 96thminute free-kick rescued a point for Marco Silva as his reunion with Watford ended 2-2 on Monday night.

Abdoulaye Doucoure looked to have headed the winner after Seamus Coleman’s own goal cancelled out Richarlison’s opener against his old club.

Gylfi Sigurdsson then missed a penalty for the second time this season but Watford were denied their first win at Goodison Park as Digne opened his account for the Toffees

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2018

Funeral Service of Late O. Supong Jamir will be held on December 12, 2018 at 9 a.m. at his private residence, House No: 11, Kuda ‘C’ Khel, Half Nagarjan, Dimapur.

Loving Husband, children, grandchildren & relatives

2nd Death Anniversary of Late Dr. Robin Yanthan

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT “The loss is immeasurable but so is the love left behind... Death takes the body, God takes the soul, our mind holds the memories and our faith lets us know we will meet again.”

Through this column we would like to convey our heartfelt and profound gratitude to all who stood by us at the demise of our beloved LATE MR. MHASEKHO CHUZHO (Kilonser, Chakhesang Region NSCN/GPRN) who left us for his heavenly abode on 7 December, 2018.

Our Sincere and Special Thanks to :

NSCN/GPRN : 1. Mr. V.S. Atem, Member Collective Leadership, NSCN/GPRN 2. Lt.Col. (Rtd) Neipfupe (Ape) Venuh, Member, Collective Leadership, NSCN/GPRN 3. Mr. Ashiho, Kilo Kilonser, NSCN/GPRN 4. Chakhesang Region, NSCN/GPRN 5. Chakhesang National Workers’ Welfare, NSCN/GPRN 6. Widows Federation, NSCN/GPRN 7. Caretaker CAO & Secretary, U.T.-1, NSCN/GPRN 8. All ranks and files of the NCSN/GPRN

Churches: 1. Chakhesang Baptist Church, Dimapur 2. Chakhesang Baptist Church, East Dimapur 3. Chakhesang Baptist Church, Toulazou 4. Chakhesang Baptist Church, Diezephe 5. Chakhesang Baptist Church, Diphupar B 6. Chakhesang Baptist Church, Ministers Hill, Kohima 7. Other Churches Civil Bodies, Organizations and Institutions : 1. Western Chakhesang Hoho (WCH) 2. Western Chakhesang Baptist Church Council (WCBCC) 3. Western Chakhesang Youth Organizations (WCYO) 4. Western Chakhesang Mothers’ Association (WCMA)

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We regret our inability to thank each and every individual but it is our humble and sincere prayer that the Almighty God continue to bless you abundantly.

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Prominent Public Figures : 1. Mr. Neiba Kronu, Minister, Planning, Coordination and Land Revenue 2. Mr. Azheto Zhimomi, MLA 3. Mr. Thenucho, Former Minister 4. Mr. K. Therie, Former Minister 5. Mr. Kuzholuzo Nienu, MLA 6. Mr. Chotisu Sazo, MLA

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LATE SÜSÜKUMBA AO (MOLUNG KIMONG) Born : 10-05-1965 – Died on : 12-12-2017 Today’s the anniversary of the day we lost you.

We little knew that evening that God was going to call your name.

In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you, You did not go alone; for part of us went with you the day God called you Home.

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

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Mary Kom honoured with highest civilian title Correspondent

IMPHAL, Dec 11: Manipur government Tuesday honoured MC Mary Kom by conferring ‘Meethoileima’ (Outstanding Queen) title at a felicitation function held in Imphal’s Khuman Lampak Sports Complex.

The state government conferred the title ‘Meethoileima’ in recognition of her unprecedented feat of winning the sixth gold medal in the recently concluded World Boxing Championship and her illustrious career in the field.

State chief minister N Biren Singh also handed a cheque of Rs 10,00,000 to Mary Kom. The chief minister also named a road in Imphal as

Six time World Boxing Champion, MC Mary Kom being honoured

by Manipur chief minister on Tuesday. (NP)

‘MC Mary Kom Road.’

Kom was adorned with attires particularly worn by a queen of Manipur as a mark of ‘highest woman’ of the state while conferring the title.

Singh said the titles were not related with any community of the state but was purely in honour of

Mary Kom’s outstanding achievement in boxing.

The government talked and consulted with intellectuals before taking the cabinet decision on conferring ‘Meethoileima’ title.

“The idea is based on an ‘angamba-angambi (victorious)’ coming back after conquering a war,” he said.

Singh added, “It is our pride to have Mary Kom as a daughter of our state, Manipur. Today, the world knows her so well and no more words are needed to introduce her.”

The chief minister also advised sports persons of the state to be disciplined and determined while trying to achieve something in their life.

Singh appreciated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for nominating Mary Kom as member of Rajya Sabha and for choosing Manipur to establish the lone Sports University in the country.

Speaking on the occasion, MC Mary Kom said that she would not have had achieved so much without

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2018

AIFF D license course postponed

Dimapur, Dec 11 (NPN): Nagaland Football Coaches Association (NFCA) has informed that the AIFF D license football coaching course scheduled for December 16 the love and support of the has been postponed. For more information, contact Roko Angami, president, NFCA people. “I don’t know how I at 8119890832 or Ayeto Ayemi, general secretary, NFCA at 9436424654. would repay,” the champion boxer said.

Encouraging the sports persons of the state, she said, “practice regularly, dream for big achievements in your respective fields, be disciplined and give your best effort.”

State deputy chief minister Yumnam Joykumar Singh and some cabinet ministers attended the felicitation function besides some MLAs, officials of state youth affairs and sports department, players and sports lovers.

It may be mentioned that MC Mary Kom is the first woman boxer to win the World Boxing Champion title six times.

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