11 Feb 2022

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Vol XXXII No. 66

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Rally against shifting Dhansiripar sub-division Sets February 28 deadline to modify govt notification Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, FEB 10 (NPN): Thousands of people participated at the rally organised by Joint Coordination Committee of Villages for Dimapur (JCCV) at Dhansiripar Government High School Ground on Thursday against the State government’s decision to shift Dhansiripar subdivision to newly-created Chümoukedima district. Participants were seen with placards that read “No one can snatch away my rights”, “Boycott for inclusion under Chumukedima”, “Force creates hatred and division”, “This is about tyranny & freedom” etc. The participants later marched to SDO (C) office and submitted a memorandum to the State government and addressed to the chief secretary. The memorandum de-

State logs 44 fresh Covid-19 cases DIMAPUR, FEB 10 (NPN): Nagaland on Thursday recorded 44 fresh Covid-19 positive cases while no deaths were reported in the past 24 hours. Of the fresh cases, 21 were from Kohima, 18 in Dimapur, three in Peren and one each in Mokokchung and Tuensang, taking the total caseload to 35082. P T I : I n d i a l o g ge d 67,084 new Covid infections, taking the country's total tally of Covid cases to 4,24,78,060, while active cases declined to 7,90,789, the Health ministry said. The death toll rose to 5,06,520 with 1,241 fresh fatalities.

People taking out rally at Dhansiripar on Thursday. (NP) manded that the government should immediately modify/ rectify the December 20, 2021 notification and should not disturb the status of listed villages, towns, colonies and communities and placed under the administrative jurisdiction of Dimapur DC. The memorandum also set February 28 as the deadline for the government to make necessary modification/rectification in the notification, failing which, JCCV threatened to resort to more severe steps till its demand was achieved. The memorandum was jointly signed by JCCV con-

vener Lughozhe K Swu, co-convener and head GB Tsithrongse Sangtam, secretary Devendra Rana and executive member Joybolal Khemprai. Interacting with media persons after submission of the memorandum, JCCV spokesperson K Naben said further course of action would be decided by JCCV if the government failed to respond to the demand. Earlier, addressing the gathering, Naben claimed that all the 45 recognised and unrecognised villages under the sub-division were against the government’s

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move, which he termed as “undemocratic” and “forcible amalgamation”. He alleged that barring two or three villages, a huge majority of the villages were not approached for their opinion regarding shifting of the sub-division from Dimapur to Chümoukedima. He said several village councils and unions from Dhansiripar sub-division had approached and submitted memorandums and open letters to the State government expressing their desire to be under the administrative area of Dimapur. He regretted that the

government had maintained silence on the issue since day one. Acknowledging that the decision to organise a rally was not right due to Covid-19 pandemic, he said they were compelled to hold it to show their resentment against the State government’s decision. In his speech, SemaDimasa Union Dhansiripar sub-division unit president Vekuto Swu said JCCV and its members would fight till the end against the decision. He urged the government to listen to the opinion of the people, while lamenting the government’s alleged “divide and rule policy”. He also accused the government of still not being able to resolve the inter-district boundary issue between Dimapur and Peren, besides questioning its motive of creating new districts without even properly demarcating earlier district borders. He urged chief minister Neiphiu Rio to look into the concerns of the 45 villages, irrespective of the decision taken in the State cabinet.

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PMO monitoring DimapurKohima new BG line project

DIMAPUR, FEB 10 (NPN): Northeast Frontier Railway (Construction) chief administrative officer-1, HS Yadav Thursday informed that the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) was “very keenly” monitoring the Dimapur-Kohima New BG Line project, which was “going at a smooth pace”. According to DIPR, Yadav said this during a review meeting of the Dimapur-Kohima New BG Line project with the chief secretary J Alam, and other senior officials at the chief secretary’s conference Hall, Kohima on Thursday. Yadav informed that the Phase-I of the project from Dhansiri to Shukhovi has been completed and trains would start to ply on the route soon. He also informed that Phase-II (28km) from Shukhovi to Pherima was under construction and expected to be completed by July 2023. While the phaseIII (38km) from Pherima to Zubza was expected to be completed by March 2026, (Cont’d on p-8) Yadav said. Further, he stat-

Review meeting at Chief Secretary's conference hall on Thursday. (DIPR)

ed that the 82.50km long line would have eight stations and 20 tunnels covering a total length of 29.30km. The meeting also discussed various issues related to the project and how the government could supplement in the smooth conduct of the works being executed. State chief secretary J Alam expressed appreciation to the railways for taking up the much-needed project, which he said would benefit the people of the state. He said that proper instructions have been given to the respective deputy commissioners to ensure that the project was implemented smoothly. Alam assured all necessary support from the state ma-

chinery so the project was completed on time. He also instructed the state PWD and railways to conduct joint survey on the connecting roads to the stations and to work out the solutions at the earliest. Alam opined that the railway stations should have a Naga traditional touch in its architecture and designs so the travellers, both local and tourist, could have a glimpse of Nagaland from the station itself. The meeting was attended by home commissioner, commissioner Nagaland, commissioner & secretary transport, secretary works & housing and other senior officials both from the state and railways.

Overall Covid-19 situation optimistic: Govt Manipur election dates rescheduled NEW DELHI, FEB 10 (PTI): The overall COVID-19 pandemic situation in the country is optimistic and improving even as some states, including Kerala and Mizoram, are still reporting high positivity rates and are of concern, the government said on Thursday. Urging people not to lower their guard, NITI Aayog member (Health) Dr. VK Paul said even though a consistent decline in coronavirus infections and daily positivity rate has been noted across all states, nearly 40 districts are still reporting an increase in weekly cases. “The overall COVID-19 pandemic situation in

the country is optimistic and cases seem to be settling, but if we look at it closely, then at state and district levels, there are data of concern,” he said at a press conference, adding that the contraction of the pandemic is apparently consistent. The daily positivity in Kerala is 29.57%, Mizoram has 26.5% positivity, Himachal has 11.79% positivity, 12% in Arunachal Pradesh and 17% in Sikkim, so these are points of concern, Paul said. “So we are clearly passing through a transition towards improvement, but this is not the time for us to be less vigilant. We cannot

lower our guard. Covid appropriate behaviour has to be taken as the ‘new normal' and that includes wearing masks, ventilated environment, social distancing and general discipline…,”he said. Health Ministry joint secretary Lav Agarwal said on January 24, the daily positivity rate was recorded at 20.75%, which has now decreased to 4.44%, which indicates decreased spread of infection. About the vaccine coverage, the government said 96 per cent of India's adults have been administered the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine, while 78 per cent are fully vaccinated.

New rules for foreign arrivals

NEW DELHI, FEB 10 (AGENCIES): The government on Thursday revised guidelines for international arrivals, removing the category of ‘at risk’ countriesintroduced when the Omicron Covid variant emerged - and also recommending self-monitoring of 14 days for symptoms against the current seven days of home quarantine. The new guidelines will come into effect from February 14, the Union Health Ministry said. (Cont’d on p-8)

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IMPHAL, FEB 10: Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday rescheduled poll dates for the twophase elections to Manipur Legislative Assembly. As per an ECI release, the first phase of polls, which was earlier scheduled on February 27 (Sunday), has been deferred by a day and the polling will now be held on February 28 (Monday). The second phase of the polling will be held on March 5 (Saturday) instead of March 3 (Thursday) as announced earlier. The ECI rescheduled the poll dates in the backdrop of demands for rescheduling

the first phase poll date that falls on Sunday. Having considered inputs, representations, past precedents, logistics, ground situation and all facts and circumstance, the commission decided to revise the polling dates, the release stated. ECI however did not mention any change in the dates for filing of nominations, last date of withdrawal of candidatures and others. Sources said one reason for rescheduling the polls was the demand made by some Christian organisations not to hold election on a Sunday. February 27, the earlier announced date for phase one of the polls, is a Sunday and Christians go

to church to offer prayers that day. The release stated that commission had visited Manipur on February 7 and 8 to review the preparedness and held interaction with political parties, chief secretary, DGP and other government officers, DG Assam Rifles and other law enforcement agencies. Meanwhile, Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has so far seized 15,826.58 gram of gold worth Rs 7.71 crore. DRI also seized 15,86,800 cigarette sticks worth Rs 3.1736 crore on February 6. IT department has also seized a total of Rs 1.475 crore in cash so far.

Over 60 pc polling in first phase of UP polls Oppn-less govt not for Naga political solution, says TNR LU C K N OW, F E B 1 0 (PTI): Over 60 per cent voter turnout was recorded in the first phase of polling held Thursday across 58 assembly constituencies in 11 districts of Uttar Pradesh. Polling closed at 6 pm following a one-hour extension because of COVID-19 protocols. The day passed off peacefully with minor technical snags in EVMs at some places, election officials said. Additional chief election officer BD Ram Tiwari said, “There were reports of a technical error in EVMs at some places.” Those EVMs

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were being replaced as the reports came in, he added. On Samajwadi Party's allegation that poor voters were not allowed to exercise their franchise in Dundukheda village in the Kairana assembly constituency, Tiwari said the district magistrate concerned was asked to look into the matter. Agra recorded 60.33 per cent polling, Aligarh 60.49 per cent, Baghpat 61.35 per cent, Bulandshahr 60.52 per cent, Gautam Buddh Nagar 56.73 per cent, Ghaziabad 54.77 per cent, Hapur 60.50 per cent, Mathura 63.28 per cent,

Meerut 60.91 per cent, Muzaffarnagar 65.34 per cent and Shamli 69.42 per cent, an EC report said. During 2017 assembly elections, 63.47 per cent polling was recorded in these constituencies, the report said. The electoral fate of 623 candidates was sealed in this phase of the elections which covered the Jatdominated belt of western Uttar Pradesh. In 2017, BJP had bagged 53 of the 58 seats in the region, while SP and BSP had got two seats each. One seat had gone to RLD.

DIMAPUR, FEB 10 (NPN): The Naga Rising (TNR) has alleged that the parties had come together in the State to form an opposition-less coalition government in view of the forthcoming Assembly elections scheduled next year and not due to any interest in Naga political solution as claimed. Mentioning that the talk was now on merger of NPF and NDPP ahead of the elections, TNR in a statement cautioned that a new dangerous path of money power and political immorality was unfolding

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real intention of the NDPPBJP-NPF government. TNR said even after the unceremonious formation of UDA with the oft-repeated slogan “to facilitate the Naga political issue”, the ground reality did not measure up with the tall claims about finding “one solution without any further delay”. Hence, in the interest of Naga public, the group demanded to know how the opposition-less government had contributed to taking forward the Naga peace process and where did it stand today.

Trial run of new traffic signal system in Kohima Correspondent

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in Nagaland, while asserting that people could not be fooled any longer. According to TNR, it was clear from day one what drove the formation of the opposition-less government, adding that the narrative marketed to the people on the Naga political issue by the parties, including NDPP, BJP and NPF, was unconvincing and deceptive. Since unity and solution were offered as the main reasons for the formation of the opposition-less UDA, the group declared that the people of Nagaland had the right to know the

KOHIMA, FEB 10 (NPN): To study the feasibility of transition in traffic management from traditional to modern, the Kohima Smart City Development Limited (KSCDL) in collaboration with Kohima village youth organisation and Kohima traffic police Thursday initiated a pilot test of traffic lights—automated traffic management system (ATMS)— at PHQ junction and TCP gate junction here as part of

Trial run of automated traffic management system at PHQ junction. (NP)

Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC), a smart city project. KSCDL senior IT consultant, Yanpvuo Kikon, said that the current response from the public

seemed confused, but added that with time they would be able to cope with the transition. He said that though people here do not have the habit of looking at traffic

lights while driving, they would get used to it with time and effort. After five-day test period, he said they would gather the data and improve the traffic management of Kohima. He said that traffic lights placed at Naga Hospital Authority Kohima (NHAK) junction and High School junction required redesign since the placement done by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) was not visible, adding that the position required modification.

“These places are crucial and needed more study and monitoring from the team,” said KSCDL associate analyst Ketusezo Rote. ATMS are installed to modernize traffic management instead of traffic personnel regulating traffic rules all day long. By using this technology, KSCDL hopes to improve traffic management in Kohima. Monitoring it would also provide valuable insight and analysis to plan and further improve traffic management.

It also wanted to know what measure/s had been taken by the UDA government to bring Naga political groups together on a common platform towards one solution as desired by Naga people. It reminded that holding consultative meetings, setting up of committees and passing of Assembly resolutions done under the present set of political leadership had been going on for decades in Nagaland without the desired outcome. Also, contrary to the main objective of unity, solution and peace, TNR

warned that the UDA government’s decision regarding creation of new districts could create a situation that would threaten peaceful coexistence. Mentioning that boundary demarcation had the potential to leading to more divisions and trust deficit in the community, the group demanded that, in keeping with its motto of unity, the government must thoroughly explore all options through dialogue to find an amicable solution for peaceful co-existence of different communities. (Cont’d on p-8)

Infection with one Covid variant doesn’t protect from others: ICMR NEW DELHI, FEB 10 (IANS): Infection by one variant does not provide protection from the other variants, Indian Council of Medical Research Director General Dr Balram Bhargava said on Thursday Responding to a question, he said that as variants have emerged, re-infections have been seen. However, vaccination prevents severe disease and mortality, while following Covid Appropriate Behaviour prevents the infection.

NITI Aayog member, Health, Dr V.K. Paul, said: “It is a fact that the vaccine protection and natural immunity protection do not complete guarantee that one would not be re-infected again.” He said the issue is being constantly discussed across the world including India and this reality has to be accepted. On query of third doses for all, he said that all such decisions are taken based on the scientific need. K Y M C

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Mini soil testing lab inaugurated in Noklak

DIMAPUR: Agriculture production commissioner (APC), Y. Kikheto Sema on Thursday, inaugurated the mini soil testing laboratory at SDO (soil) office, Noklak. According to a DIPR report, APC while speaking at the inaugural programme informed that a more sophisticated soil testing laboratory with Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS) was in the pipeline and that the mini lab was being commissioned to create awareness among the farming community and for the benefit of the district. He disclosed that during a telephonic conversation with deputy directorgeneral, IMD-NE, Dr. K. N. Mohan, he was assured that the meteorology infrastructure at Tuensang and Noklak districts would be installed with Agro-met Automatic Weather Station (AWS) having a range of 50 km radius. Pointing out that ag-

beneficial for the farming community. He requested the department to demonstrate the soil testing in the next District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) meeting in order to create wide awareness among the technocrats and policy makers. Meanwhile, superintendent of police, Noklak in her short speech acknowledged the nodal officer for bringing the soil testing facilities as assured. She said that scientific agriculture was lacking in the state and the need for awareness creation was a prerequisite. Additional director, department of agriculture, B.N. Phom who also spoke during the occasion stated that with the availability of soil testing facilities in the department, the Soil and Water Conservation department had now become the nucleus of all agri and allied departments. A technical report was

presented by state nodal officer meteorology, K. Khekiho Shohe. Meanwhile, APC and his team held a meeting with all the agri and allied departments in the conference hall of the DC, Noklak. Kikheto informed the house that 2023 would be the International Year of Millets. Seeing the potential and abundance of millets in the region, he advised all the allied departments, district administration and NGOs to give efforts and awareness for millet cultivation. The meeting resolved to give effort on cultivation job’s tears and perilla seeds cultivation in the district. Later, as requested by the district administration and Khiamniungan Tribal Council (KTC) for the urgent need of district agriculture officer in the district, APC assured that he would look into the matter on priority.

State handloom expo underway in Dimapur

DC Tseminyu convenes meeting

DIMAPUR: Director, industries and commerce, K. Hokishe Assumi inaugurated the state handloom expo on the theme “my handloom my pride” on Thursday at Urban Haat, Dimapur. According to a DIPR report, the handloom expo is funded by the development commissioner (handlooms), ministry of textiles under the National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP). Altogether, 60 stalls have been set up at the ongoing expo with 60 participants from Assam, Manipur, and host state, Nagaland. The report informed that the main objective of the expo was to allow the

APC, Y. Kikheto Sema inspecting the mini soil testing lab on Thursday. (DIPR)

riculture and allied activities were major scopes for people in Nagaland, he encouraged the district officers posted in the district to work with dedication and to contribute something for the people. He noticed that there was a price list for all imported commodities however, the price list for organic local products was not available. This he said made it difficult for farmers to sell

their produce at a fair price. In this regard, APC requested Noklak district administration to initiate and bring out a price list for all the agriculture produce in the district and set an example for the other districts. Speaking at the programme, deputy commissioner (DC) Noklak, Hiazu Meru expressed happiness to see new facilities in the district which would be

DIMAPUR: Deputy commissioner (DC) Tseminyu, Dr. Zasekuolie Chusi has informed that a coordination meeting would be held on February 16, 12 noon in the office of the DC, Tseminyu. All heads of offices under Tseminyu district have been requested to attend the meeting.

Tuensang DPDB holds monthly meeting

DC Kumar Ramnikant addressing the DPDB meeting on Thursday. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Tuensang District Planning And Development Board (DPDB) held its monthly meeting in the conference hall of the deputy commissioner (DC), Tuensang on Thursday, under the chairmanship of DC and vice-chair-

man DPDB Tuensang, Kumar Ramnikant. According to a DIPR report, the board discussed the concerns of detection of Omicron variant in the district. A PowerPoint presentation was also presented

by the Water Resource department. Meanwhile, in the next DPDB meeting, the Forest department and PHED chemist were asked to a give a PowerPoint presentation on the quality of drinking water.

Niki-led NSCN ‘apprehends’ 2 for ‘collecting money’ DIMAPUR: Niki-led NSCN has claimed that the group has “apprehended” two individuals while “collecting money” in its name in Chumukedima area on February 9, 2022. The group through its MIP stated that the two individuals have been identified as Hetoka Zhimo and Akonthung Lotha, both residents of Purana Bazaar. MIP said that the two “on interrogation” admitted to have committed “similar offences” in the past also. In this regard, MIP has clarified that the two were neither its members nor endorsed/assigned by its “government.” It informed business establishments and the general public that there were a lot of “anti-social elements like those two

accused who impersonate government officials and tarnish the image of the government” creating misunderstanding and doubts between the “public/business establishments and the government.” The group has urged all responsible to be “cautious of such anti-social elements” and not to entertain such individuals. It urged also responsible to report to the “competent authority” if anyone was found “indulging in such unauthorized collection of money.” The group warned that it would not “tolerate such unlawful activities” and initiate “stern action against anyone found indulging in unauthorized collection of money in the name of NSCN/ GPRN.”

Director of industries and commerce, K. Hokishe Assumi inaugurating the handloom expo on Thursday. (DIPR)

Handloom Cooperative Society, Corporation/Federation and SHGs engaged in handloom production, weaving entrepreneurs, Sant Kabir awardees, na-

tional and state awardees, etc., to showcase and sell their products. It also aims to promote business opportunities and to provide a rich

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Yihamo Patton V/President Cum CEM N.N.C (Lotha Region)

experience to the weavers to enhance their skills and techniques in sales and marketing. The expo would be held till February 23.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

NNC (Lotha Region) extend our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family of Lt. Rev. Yankey Patton, the first Chaplain of NNC, Federal Govt. of Nagaland in the year 1956. He was truly a man of honor and integrity and his contribution towards Naga freedom movement shall never be forgotten in the annal of FGN, NNC history. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Sd/Hathungo Kithan President NNC (Lotha Region)

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Born : 07/02/1983 – Died : 31/01/2022 “If we live, we live for the Lord, and if we die, we die for the Lord. Therefore, whether we live or die, we belong to God.”

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Romans 14:8

We, the family members of Late C.Aliba would like to express our warm appreciation and sincere gratitude to all those who stood by us spiritually, morally, physically and financially at the demise of our beloved brother and son. We deeply regret our inability to personally acknowledge each and everyone individually, but it is our sincere and humble prayers to Lord Almighty to bless each one of you abundantly. Loving Mom, Brothers, Sis & Relatives DP-653/22

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1 st DEATH ANNIVERSARY of our beloved mother

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Lt. Samachiba Pongen

Born on 15/09/1931 – Died on 05/02/2022

"KIBUBA NUNG ASURTEM TEMOATSUBA" We, the family members of our dearly beloved Late Samachiba Pongen express our profound gratitude to all our friends, churches, unions, societies and well- wishers for your love, prayers, emotional, physical and financial support during his grief illness and untimely demise on 5th February 2022. It is our earnest prayer to our Almighty to bless you abundantly. Db-100/22

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Loving wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren

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“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday” A year has passed since you left for your heavenly abode but we still remember you with silent tears. Your legacy and beautiful memories will always be cherished. DP-660/22

Loving Family Members

The bereaved family with profound gratitude would like to convey our sincere thanks and indebtedness to all our families, friends, organizations and well-wishers who stood by us through your thoughts, prayers, provided moral and financial assistance during the illness and unfortunate demise of our beloved K. Vishepu Sukhai of Kughato Village on 05/02/2022. Words are inadequate to express our gratefulness and we regret our inability to thank each of you but pray that the Almighty Lord bless you all abundantly. Our special gratitude to: 1. Kughato Village. 2. Ghukhuyi Union Dimapur. 3. Asukhomi Union Dimapur. 4. Tea Estate Council (Boro Lengri) 5. Kuhuboto Ghakhu Students’ Union. 6. Kuhuboto Town Baptist Church. 7. NCRC’s Kuhuboto Town. 8. Ghokito Ghami Kiphimi Kuqhakulu. 9. G.P.S Ghokito (Teaching staff) 10. G.P.S Disagaphu (Teaching staff) DP-672/22

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WEATHER FORECAST FEBRUARY 11

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Agartala Hazy sunshine

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Aizawl

Sunny and pleasant

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Guwahati Sunshine and patchy clouds Imphal

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Governor holds meeting with Kiphire CSOs SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE, CONDITION OF ROADS HIGHLIGHTED AT THE MEETING

DIMAPUR: Gover nor of Assam and Nagaland, Prof. Jagdish Mukhi held a meeting with various Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), church leaders, pandits, maulana, chamber of commerce and political parties on February 9. The programme was presided over by deputy commissioner (DC) Kiphire, Wati Aier. According to a DIPR report, governor during the meeting appreciated the Naga tribal organisations for being aware of their “rights”. Citing an example of other states where civil societies played a dominant role in development, he encouraged the CSOs in the district to do the same. “Civil societies can put a check upon the main activities of the execution of the works at any level” Prof Mukhi stated. He also pointed out that accomplishment would not arrive unless a dominant role was played by the civil societies. During the interaction, United Sangtam Likhum Pumchi (USLP) general secretary said that

Prof. Jagdish Mukhi addressing the gathering at Zisaji Presidency College, Kiphire. (DIPR)

Kiphire was declared an “aspirational district” as per the vision of prime minister, however, not much progress was seen. In this regard, he requested the governor to intervene and ensure that various funds under the aspirational programme which were meant for Kiphire come to the district. H e a dvo c a t e d f o r opening a nursing insti-

tute at Kiphire in order to facilitate young aspirants who were facing hardships while travelling to Kohima and Dimapur. He highlighted the roads and transportation problems and apprised on opening of science and commerce stream at GHSS, Kiphire. Meanwhile, Tsalichem from the chamber of commerce apprised the

governor on electing one representative (representative of chamber of commerce) as a nominee to the Town Council Kiphire. He said that the office was functioning for seven years with 316 numbers of officially registered shops under chamber of commerce Kiphire town and that they had been consistently extending charitable works to the society in the

district. Kiphire Tuensang Sumi Students’ Union requested the governor on improving school infrastructures and sports infrastructures in the district and expressed the need to improve the road connectivity. The governor said the representations submitted to him by the civil societies would be thoroughly read and taken up for consideration. He added that a few appraisals that require central approval would be forwarded for necessary action. Governor visits Zisaji Presidency College Governor of Assam and Nagaland, Prof. Jagdish Mukhi visited Zisaji presidency college, Kiphire and interacted with the facilities and students during his visit to Kiphire. Addressing the gathering, the governor expressed hope that the interaction with faculty members and students would solve the problems in the college. He said that education did not only mean

gaining bookish knowledge and securing government jobs and stressed on the need to take up agriculture with the latest technology in the state. Highlighting prime minister’s statement, “India will develop only when the North East develop”, Prof. Mukhi said that real growth would take place in the North East when agriculture was developed. In this regard, he said that agriculture in the North East and its development was a “top priority for the central government”. Earlier, principal I/C, Dr. Puma Chandra Mishra informed that among the 15 government colleges in the state, Zisaji Presidency College was occupying the sixth position. Dr. Mishra said that the college was doing its best for the all-round development of the student community. Later, an interaction was also held with the faculty and students of the college. Vote of thanks was delivered by assistant professor, Zhoveyi Venuh.

3 PDPA celebrates 35th anniversary DIMAPUR: Phek District Pensioner’s Association (PDPA) held its 35th anniversary and 14th annual general meeting at Phek Town hall on February 9, with Kukholuzo (Azo) Nienu, MLA, as special guest. According to a DIPR report, speaking on the occasion, Azo appreciated the contributions and good services of the pensioners of Phek district. In his short speech, Phek SBI branch manager, Duhusu Kezo advised the pensioners to be aware of guideline terms and conditions on how to draw money. He assured that the bank staff were always ready to help in case of confusions. Kezo also spoke on the importance of SMS alerts and a joint account book which need to be checked time to time, so that money was safe in the bank. Later, a team of new office bearers were elected for the tenure of 20222024 with Yeveyi Sapuh as president, Veposa Venuh as secretary and Wezute Wetsah as treasurer.

NSDMA conducts mock drill on 2 lane project: DC Dimapur KMC distributes eco-friendly products disaster management in Kohima convenes meeting on Feb 15 Correspondent

DIMAPUR: Deputy commissioner (DC) Dimapur, Rajesh Soundararajan has convened a joint meeting on February 15, 10 a.m., in the council hall of Chumukedima ‘A’ village to discuss issues relating to the construction of NH 129 A, 2 lane, Peren-Dimapur from chainage 173.850 km-183.750 km) Khovaru junction-Peren Chumukedima border). In a circular, DC informed that the meeting would comprise of revenue officer/EAC (Rev) Dimapur, EAC Chumukedima, DLRSO Dimapur, general manager/representative of NHIDCL, project manager CE Test Company pvt. Ltd, GB and chairman of village council Chumukedima ‘A’, GB and chairman of village council, Chumukedima village, convenor of NH 129A landowners’ union and all concerned land owners. SDRF personnel conducting mock drill for the students on Thursday. (NP) In this regard, DC has informed all concerned Correspondent and PowerPoint presenta- the mock drill in the main to attend the meeting. tion on conduct of mock building which was followed KOHIMA, FEB 10 (NPN): drill. by debriefing session at the Disaster management comThe first aid demon- college auditorium. mittee of Baptist College stration was presented by During the third sesKohima (BCK) in collabora- State Disaster Response sion, review of the drill and HPBWC elects new president: Hazi Park tion with Nagaland State Di- Force (SDRF) in-charge, AK feedback was given by assisBusiness Welfare Committee held a meeting saster Management Author- Prem Kumar, company com- tant professor, Asilie Rürhia. on Thursday and unanimously elected Piwoto ity (NSDMA) conducted mander, HG, civil defence T h e wo r k s h o p wa s Y. Aye as president and V. Khekato Aomi as a mock drill exercise on & SDRF while the search chaired by assistant profesvice president. disaster management, here, & rescue demonstration sor, Kethosenuo Kesiezie NOA elects office bearers: Nagaland Opon Thursday. was conducted by inspector, and welcome address was tometric Association held its 4th general During the workshop, National Disaster Response delivered by principal of the meeting on February 7 and elected new ofresource person, state train- Force (NDRF), R Aben at college, Kekuchol Pusa. fice bearers (2022-2025) with Kezhangulie ing and capacity building the basketball court. Altogether 140 students Mepfho as president and Dennis K. Swu as officer, NSDMA, Khrolu Meanwhile, NSDMA/ and faculty members particigeneral secretary. Koza Lohe gave a briefing NDRF/SDRF conducted pated in the mock drill.

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NEZCC invites applicants for talent award

DIMAPUR: North East Zone Cultural Centre (NEZCC), ministry of culture has invited application for “young talent artistes award” for the year 20202021 from outstanding candidates in the categories of folk and tribal music/ song and dance, theatre, dance drama, mime, paint-

ing, wood, cane & bamboo crafts, etc According to a DIPR report, young artistes/artisans in the age group of 18-30 years are eligible to apply for the award. NEZCC has informed that candidates should be an Indian citizen and indigenous to the eight

North Eastern states i.e. Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura. Candidates who have received any such awards (state/national) earlier in the same field would not be eligible for the scheme. Deserving artistes/

artisans may collect the application form from the office of the directorate of art & culture/ cultural affairs, government of the concerned state or Shilpgram, Panjabari, Guwahati and headquarter office, Dimapur. The form would be available on the NEZCC

website https://nezccdimapur.org.in and https:// www.facebook.com/NEZCC. Screening of applications would be done by respective state department and applications of shortlisted candidates should reach the office of NEZCC by March 15, 2022.

KOHIMA, FEB 10 (NPN): To tackle the menace of stench from septic tanks, the Kohima Municipal Council (KMC) distributed Aerobio and Green bran products to all the Kohima municipal wards. Speaking as the guest of honour during the distribution programme, advisor, Municipal Affairs and Urban Development, Dr. Neikiesalie Nicky Kire said that the environmentally friendly products would bring about effective waste treatment in Kohima city. Meanwhile, representatives of Aerobio, Nuvekholu Medeo and Kaberi Das highlighted the need of the indigenously formulated product which consists of novel bacterial consortia. They informed that this broke down human faeces, helped in making the environment odour free and could be used across a range of temperature with no production of methane gas.

Dr. Neikiesalie Nicky Kire speaking at the programme on Thursday. (NP)

They said that the formulation could be poured with half a bucket of water with sludge reduction and could be used to control contaminated groundwater converting it to non-toxic pH-neutral water. The team from Aerobio however advised the people not to use harmful disinfectants such as harpic or soap solutions while using the liquid as it could kill the microbial community which functioned in the tanks. The product is claimed to be the first of its kind in

the state and in the country. Rokobikho Savino highlighted that Greenbran was based on effective microorganisms to enhance the life of septic tanks and decompose solid wastes. Savino said that greenball was a similar product that functioned by itself when tossed into a water body. The programme was chaired by the administrator, T. Lanusenla Longkumer followed by an interaction and distribution of the products.

NBSE informs on ‘Fit India’ mobile app

DIMAPUR: Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE) has informed that the department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has launched the “Fit India” mobile app as a part of the commemoration of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. According to a DIPR report, the app comes with a host of features such as customised diet plan, steps counter, calorie monitor, sleep tracker etc.

In an endeavor to make fitness tools accessible to all, all these features are made free for users. NBSE informed that the app would be available on both Android and iOS devices. All heads of registered institutions of the board have been requested to inform parents, teachers and students on the Fit India mobile app and encourage them to make use of the app.

GUWAHATI, FEB 10 (AGENCIES): Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday held a meeting to achieve the state government’s goal of ensuring ease of living for the residents of Guwahati, and several key decisions were taken, reports East Mojo. The meeting was held with the officials of the Housing & Urban Affairs Department, GMDA and GMC, to discuss various urban development initiatives including building construction bye-laws, transport and a mobility plan for Guwahati city, waste disposal plan and Brahmaputra Riverfront Development project. K Y M C

After going through the presentations on the initiatives, the Chief Minister directed the Housing & Urban Affairs Department to adopt common building bye-laws for the entire state under ‘Mukhyamantri Sahaj Griha Nirman Achoni’. Dr Sarma asked the authorities to introduce web portal-based permission for building construction. The system will be run centrally, however, revenue will be accrued by the local urban bodies, he said. The Chief Minister directed to mandatorily conduct 10% sample verification against the permissions issued for building construction to eliminate

all sorts of malpractice while issuing building permits. The Chief Minister also discussed the ways and means to check overlapping roles impacting optimum resource utilisation and accountability as well as the mechanism of a multi-modal and integrated transport system for the city. Discussions were also held on having a Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority for the city along with a comprehensive mobility plan and improvement of city bus service. This is to align with the state government’s visions to introduce a multimodal transport system benefitting the citizens.

NEW DELHI, FEB 10 (AGNECIES): A 37-yearold woman from Assam who was trafficked to the national capital has been rescued by the Delhi Police’s Special Police Unit for North Eastern Region (SPUNER). The woman was being transported from Assam to Delhi by the Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express, according to police. SPUNER officials assembled a squad and went to New Delhi Railway Station Platform No. 16 as soon as they received the information. The SPUNER team was ultimately able to track down the trafficked woman from AC-Tier 3 Rajdhani Express after a comprehensive investigation and at least one hour of observation.

Further investigation found that the victim had made a WhatsApp friend with a man from Rajasthan, and the two were preparing to go to Rajasthan through New Delhi. After the woman was rescued, SPUNER officials worked with the SHO and the New Delhi Railway Station before handing her over to the Nari Niketan, Bapnu Ghar, Bhagwan Das Road Authority. The victim’s brother, who had arrived in Delhi and reunited with his sister, had also been informed by the SPUNER staff. Last year a total of 16 women, Delhi Police have rescued 16 women and 4 underage girls from Assam, West Bengal, Bihar, and Jharkhand from the national capital.

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CM Biren Singh urges people to vote without fear

NAGALAND POST, DIMAPUR FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Ex-Delhi Police Spl Commr appointed Mizoram DGP

N Biren Singh at the flag hoisting ceremony of BJP candidate Yamthong Haokip in Kangpokpi district.

IMPHAL, FEB 10 (AGEN- ments of the BJP-led Govt

Womenfolk protesting against gun attack at NPP worker’s house in Wangkhem CIES): Manipur Chief in Manipur, especially in the Minister N Biren Singh hill districts.” village in Imphal East on Thursday.

Correspondent IMPHAL, FEB 10: House of a worker of National People’s party (NPP) was fired upon in poll-bound Manipur as political workers continue to be targeted by armed miscreants. Police as well as local sources alleged that some unknown armed miscreants opened some rounds of gun shots at the house of Yensembam Subaschandra at Wangkhem village under Irilbung police station last night, around 11.30 pm. According to reports, Subashchandra is an active worker of the NPP candidate from Keirao AC of Imphal East district. No casualty was re-

ported in the firing but two vehicles (a Gypsy and a Tata Eris) parked at the courtyard of the house were damaged after being hit by bullets. The police recovered empty cases during a spot inquiry on Thursday morning. Denouncing the gun attack, villagers demanded tightened security measure in the area in the backdrop of series of attacks on the political workers in more recent times. Earlier, on Tuesday night, miscreants opened fire at the house of another NPP worker of the same constituency at Chanam Sandrok under Irilbung police station. Protesters who staged

Arunachal Budget session to begin March 11

Second Session of the 7th Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in progress.

I TA NAG A R , F E B 1 0 (AGENCIES): The Budget session of Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly will begin from March 11 next, officials said on Thursday, reports East Mojo. Governor Brig (Retd) Dr B D Mishra has summoned the Seventh Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh to meet for its ninth session (Budget) at 10 am on March 11. The session would conclude on March 17. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, who also holds the finance portfolio, would present the budget estimates for the financial year 2022-23 while several important government bills are also expected to be tabled during the 7-day

session. This will be the fifth budget of the BJP government in the state. Meanwhile, the Gover nment of Ar unachal Pradesh has also invited the citizens of the state, including government departments, to take part in the state building process by giving innovative suggestions for the upcoming Budget. The best three ideas will earn rewards of Rs. 50,000 each. “One can visit www. arunachalbudget.in and submit their suggestions. The website, a first of its kind in the region, is created for the masses to provide ideas and suggestions to make the budget a people-friendly one,” officials said.

a sit-in-protest at the gate of the house on Thursday demanded that the concerned authorities must take up measures to prevent repetition of such crimes that would undermine voters’ choice of candidates. It is also pertinent to note that the latest series of attacks on the NPP workers has come amid the party’s strong allegation of its candidates and workers being threatened and attacked by cadres of armed outfits on the behest of BJP and NPF in Manipur. The party has lodged complaints to the state Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) and Election Commission of India (ECI) regarding the matter.

on Thursday said that in the upcoming elections the people will no longer be threatened by any militant groups, reports East Mojo. While attending the flag hoisting ceremony of BJP candidate Yamthong Haokip in Saikul constituency of Kangpokpi district, CM Biren Singh urged the people to come out and vote without any fear. Haokip is a former Congress MLA and had switched his party allegiance to the BJP along with RK Imo Singh, another Congress leader, in November last year in Delhi. Taking to his Twitter handle, Singh said “I had the opportunity to address the people of Saikul constituency today and highlighted some of the major achieve-

The government of India will not remain silent on any form of intimidation by militant groups to suppress the electoral process, added the chief minister. On Tuesday, the National People’s Party (NPP) had alleged that several militant groups in Manipur are openly campaigning for the BJP and Naga People’s Front (NPF) for the upcoming state elections, and urged the authorities to put all underground groups under Suspension of Operation (SoO) agreement and seize all arms from them for a free and fair election. The NPP had also demanded adequate security cover for its candidates in the ensuing February 27 and March 3 election.

Mizoram governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati with Ex-Delhi Police Spl Commissioner Devesh Chandra Srivastava.

AIZAWL, FEB 10 (IANS): Senior Indian Police Service officer Devesh Chandra Srivastava, who earlier held several important posts of Delhi Police, has taken over the charge of the Director General of Police (DGP) of Mizoram, officials said on Thursday. Srivastava, a 1995 batch IPS officer of AGMUT (Ar unachal Pradesh-Goa-Mizoram and Union Territory) cadre, who held the post of Special Commissioner of Police, Crime Branch and Economic Offences Wing under Delhi Police, was transferred by the Union

GUWAHATI, FEB 10 (AGENCIES): In yet another instance of corruption involving state government officials, a senior assistant of the Assam agriculture department was apprehended by a team from the state directorate of vigilance and anti-corruption while accepting a bribe of Rs 15,000 from the complainant on Thursday, reports East Mojo. Official sources informed that a trap was laid, on the basis of a complaint alleging demand of bribe, at Athgaon here around 10.45 am by the vigilance and anti-corruption team following which Papori Mehta, a senior assistant of the agriculture department, posted at Janata Bhawan, was caught red-handed accepting the bribe. Mehta had earlier demanded a bribe of Rs 1,00,000 from the complainant for processing her proposal for appointment on compassionate ground in the agriculture department. The husband of the complainant, who was a government driver in the

OIL officials and dignitaries at the drilling site of the ultra deep well.

Resources Limited. According to the OIL, the well, SDYA-1, is located between 2 No Bishnupur Borgohain and 01 No Bishnupur Pahukhuwa

agriculture department, had died and the complainant had applied for appointment on compassionate grounds. “The accused public servant had agreed to receive the first instalment (of the bribe money), and accordingly, she had asked the complainant to come to the Athgaon area of the city on Thursday for handing over the demanded bribe money,” an official statement said. The tainted bribe money was recovered from the possession of Mehta in the presence of independent witnesses. A case has been registered on Thursday in the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) police station vide ACB PS case (number 04/2022) under Section 7(a) of the Prevention of Corruption Act against Mehta. “The apprehended accused person was brought to the ACB police station for further action in accordance with law. The investigation of the case is under progress,” the statement said. The bribery case involving a government em-

Gaon under Sadiya on the north-eastern bank of River Brahmaputra. “This ultradeep well has a target depth of 6,450 metres.” “The drilling has been

planned in two phases. The first phase of exploratory drilling covers a depth of 4,500 m and will be drilled by deploying a 2000 HP rig,” OIL said, adding that “subsequently, a 3000 HP rig is proposed to be deployed to drill down the remaining deeper target depth.” The block is operated under a consortium between OIL (PI-40%), ONGCL :(PI-40%), BRPL (PI-20%). The OIL said, on reaching the target drilling depth, this well will be the deepest onland drilling well to be drilled by OIL as an operator after Mechaki-3, which was drilled down to a depth of 5,636 Mtrs in 201314. “This is the second well to be spudded by Frontier Basin Project next to Thenzawl, Well No MZ-8, which was spudded in Mizoram in the year 2019.”

Notification issued for Majuli assembly by-election GUWAHATI, FEB 10 (PTI): The notification for by-election to the Majuli (ST) legislative assembly, scheduled for March 7, was issued on Thursday, an official release said. The seat was vacated by Union Minister for Shipping, Ports and Aysuh Sarbananda Sonowal who was

strategic location by way of sharing international borders with two countries, Myanmar and Bangladesh, accords it a unique geopolitical significance. “The Governor also mentioned that police forces of the state share cordial working relationships and close cooperation with the border guarding forces - Assam Rifles and the Border Security Force,” an official release said on Thursday. The DGP told the Governor that his stint in Arunachal Pradesh would help him in his job of administering the police force in Mizoram.

Vigilance team nabs Assam Railway Protection Force rescues govt employee in bribery case 7, including minors, in last 3 days ployee is not the first at the Assam Secretariat this year. On January 4, the directorate of vigilance and anti-corruption had caught Sima Devi, a senior administrative assistant of the Welfare of Bodoland department, red handed while accepting Rs 4000 as bribe. During search at her work place, an additional amount of Rs 99,000 was recovered by the team from her personal handbag. It may be mentioned that such incidents that tarnish the image of the Secretariat and its employees have surfaced at a time when the chief minister had two rounds of interactions with all the Janata Bhawan employees recently. The chief minister had underlined the need to redefine the way of work at Janata Bhawan, urging all, from the highest to the lowest levels to work collectively and serve the people. It may be further noted that the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Assam government is planning to migrate to the electronic-office mode from May 2023.

MALIGAON, FEB 10 (NPN): The Railway Protection Force (RPF) of N. F. Railway (NFR) successfully rescued 07 persons, including minors, during routine checking at different trains and railway stations over N. F. Railway from February 7 to 9. The Railway Protection Force also rescued 40 individuals during the month of January. The rescued persons were later handed over to their respective parents or guardians, Childline/NGO and GRP for their safe custody and further course of action. A press release by Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Sabyasachi De stated that on February 9, CIB (Crime Intelligence Branch) team of RPF, Guwahati rescued two runaway minor boys aged about 15 years and 14 years during checking at Guwahati railway station. The rescued boys were later handed over to Railway Childline, Guwahati for safe custody and further course of action. On February 8, RPF team of Kamakhya post rescued one runaway minor girl and a boy aged about 17 years and 28 years respectively during routine checking at Kamakhya railway station and later handed them over to IC/GRP/Kamakhya in presence of their parents. In another incident on the same day, a team of RPF staff of Katihar (East) post, rescued one runaway minor girl aged about 15 years at Katihar railway station. The rescued girl was handed over to Railway Childline. On the same day,

NE’s second deepest onland drilling well in Sadiya 24 fresh COVID-19 cases in TINSUKIA, FEB 10 (AGENCIES): Stateowned Oil India Limited (OIL) on Thursday said it has spudded an ultra-deep well in Assam’s Sadiya, making it the deepest onland drilling well to be drilled by OIL as an Operator and deepest onland well in entire Northeast once it reaches target drilling depth, reports East Mojo. The spudding ceremony, under Frontier Basin Project – set up in order to accelerate the company’s exploration, especially in frontier ranking exploratory acreages, was graced by Sadiya MLA Bolin Chetia, deputy commissioner of Tinsukia Narsing Pawar, SP Sadiya Mohan Lal Meena, RCE of OIL Prasanta Borkakoty, ED (BM_A&AA) of ONGCL Susma Rawat and officials from Bharat Petro

Home Ministry as DGP of Mizoram Police. Srivastava, who also held important positions of Arunachal Pradesh Police, replaced S.B.K. Singh, who has been transferred to Delhi. The new Mizoram police chief separately met Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati, Chief Minister Zoramthanga and Home minister Lalchamliana at their respective offices. The Governor while talking to him, said that even though Mizoram is one of the most peaceful states in the country, its

elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha on September 27. The last date for filing nomination papers is February 17, and the deadline for withdrawal is February 21, the release said. Counting of votes will take place on March 10.

Sonowal, a former chief minister of Assam, was elected to the state legislative assembly from Majuli constituency for two consecutive terms in 2016 and 2021. Majuli is the world’s largest river island and it got the status of a district when Sonowal was the CM.

Tripura push tally to 1,00,739

AGARTALA, FEB 10 (PTI): Tripura’s COVID-19 tally rose to 1,00,739 on Thursday as 24 more people tested positive for the infection, six more than the previous day, officials said. The coronavirus death toll remained unchanged at 916 as no fresh fatality was recorded. The state now has 375 active cases, while 99,380 people have recovered from the disease so far, and 68 patients have migrated to other states to date. The positivity rate was at 0.67 per cent. Meanwhile, with the COVID-19 graph showing a declining trend, the state

government has relaxed night curfew hours from 10 pm to 5 am to 11 pm to 5 am from February 11 to 20. Gathering in any closed location is allowed with 50 per cent attendance amid strict adherence to COVID-19 norms, a notification issued on Wednesday night said. All standalone shops and commercial establishments, including shopping malls, will be allowed to remain open till 10 pm, it said. Cinema halls, multiplexes and swimming pools may remain open till 10 pm with 50 per cent capacity, it added.

Assam Rifles busts ULFA (I) recruitment racket

KOHIMA, FEB 10 (AGENCIES): Troops of Digboi Battalion of Spear Corps rescued four boys from Tinsukia on their way to join ULFA (I) camps. The boys were rescued during an operation based on input of group of young boys enroute to join ULFA (I) outfit in Tinsukia, Assam. A press release by PRO (Def) Kohima, Lt Col Sumit K Sharma stated that four boys who are resident of Tinsukia district confessed that they were misguided and the insurgent outfit who lured them with money. The individuals were later handed over to their parents after counselling.

A rescued minor at Hasimara railway station.

RPF personnel of Guwahati rescued one runaway minor boy aged about 7 years during routine checking at Guwahati railway station. The boy was later handed over to Railway Childline, Guwahati for safe custody and further course of action. On February 7, RPF of Hasimara, during routine checking in train No. 07542 UP (Dhubri – Siliguri Intercity special) rescued a runaway minor girl aged about 15 years at Hasimara railway station and handed her over to Railway Child Line, Alipurduar Junction for safe custody and further course of action.

IN THE COURT OF DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE

WOKHA : NAGALAND NOTICE S/C No. 16/2022 NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE UNDER PART-1 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925. Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late Johnny Ngullie has been applied by Smti. Loreno S Ezung, W/o. Lt. Johnny Ngullie, R/o. Wokha, Nagaland for possession of: 1. GPF, GIS, Leave Encashment, Family Pension and Service Claims and Benefits. Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may, if she/he so desire to appear in this Court on or before 28/02/2022. Given under the hand and seal of the Court on this day, the 28/01/2022. Sd/- District & Sessions Judge WC-28/22 Wokha : Nagaland

Before Notary PuBlic/oath commissioNer NagalaNd dimaPur : NagalaNd AffidAvit

Regd. No : 68/22 Date : 10/2/22 I, Shri. Lanu Longkumer, S/o Kumsangchungba, resident of H.No. 819 (A) at K. Kire Colony, Kuda Village “C” Khel, Dimapur District Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as under:1. That, I had divorced and disowned my wife Smti. I. Asangla from 9th October 2021 (09/10/2021) due to her misbehavior and illegal activities of cheating by borrowing money from different persons and societies without my knowledge and consent and also mortgaging or selling of my properties without my consent and against my will. 2. That, my said ex-wife, I. Asangla is no more my wife and her daughter Aien (Limainla) is no more my daughter as I have disowned her too for the same misbehavior and illegal activities with her mother, they are now absconding, both of them are not my relative any more, and they shall not use my name as husband or father from now onwards. 3. I am not responsible and will not take any responsibility for any act of Smti. I. Asangla and Smti. Aien/Limainla. Any person or society deals with them shall do so on their own risk. 4. That, the contents of this declarations are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and I set my hands in sound mind and robust health. Deponent Solemnly affirm and declared before me by the deponent. Notary Public/Oath Commissioner Nagaland Dimapur : Nagaland DP-661/22

UP will turn into Kashmir, WB or Kerala: Yogi warns voters

LU C K N OW, F E B 1 0 (AGENCIES): Uttar Pradesh may turn into another Kashmir, Kerala or West Bengal if voters “make a mistake”, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Thursday, ahead of the first phase of elections in the state, reports Deccan Herald. “Beware! If you miss, the labour of these five years will be spoiled. It would not take much time for Uttar Pradesh to become Kashmir, Kerala and Bengal,” the chief minister said in a video shared by him. In his six-minute-long video addressed to his ‘voting brothers and sisters’ on Twitter, he repeatedly stated that he was not “here to ask for your votes”. “It’s time for a big decision. In the last five years, the BJP’s double engine government has done everything with commitment and fulfilled its promises keeping your trust in mind. A lot has happened in five years -- 24-hour electricity has reached all houses in all villages for the first time, toilets have been made for cleanliness as well as dignity

Yogi Adityanath of women, sturdy homes have been built, piped water has reached homes, expressways have been built,” Yogi Adityanath said and listed the various achievements of his tenure. He said that the people of the state were so happy with these developments that the joy of electoral victory paled in comparison. On the pandemic, he said, “Two years ago, when the pandemic hit, even rich countries suffered. We had both the disease and hunger to contend with. I decided that no one in UP will sleep hungry. We gave crores of people ration. With God’s blessing and the prime minister’s direction, we managed to do this.” The chief minister also

Faulty EVMs at booths in UP’s Shamli replaced SHAMLI, FEB 10 (AGENCIES): The District Magistrate of Uttar Pradesh’s Shamli on Thursday informed that some complaints regarding Electronic Voting Machines have been received from a few polling booths as voting for the first phase of State assembly elections began today morning. Jasjit Kaur, Shamli DM also stated that the nonfunctional EVMs are being replaced, reports NDTV. “Polling process has started at all booths. Some complaints regarding EVMs received from some random booths, we are replacing those machines,” Shamli DM told ANI. She further affirmed that peaceful polling is underway with the maintenance of law and order situations at booths. Voting for the first phase of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections began on Thursday at 7 am. The voting, which will conclude at 6:00 pm today, is taking place at 25,849 polling stations and 10,766

polling centers. Covering the Jat-dominant belt of western Uttar Pradesh, the first phase of polls covers 58 Assembly constituencies across 11 districts of the state. The poll-bound districts are Shamli, Meerut, Hapur, Muzaffar nagar, Baghpat, Ghaziabad, Bulandshahar, Aligarh, Agra, Gautam Buddha Nagar, and Mathura. As many as 623 candidates are in the fray on 58 Assembly seats where polls are being held today. As per the norms, the campaigning for the first phase of the UP polls ended on Tuesday (February 8) at 6 pm, marking the start of a 48-hour-long silence period. The police have sealed the borders of the state and strict vigilance is underway to maintain peace in 58 constituencies. The 403-member Uttar Pradesh Assembly is scheduled to go to the polls in seven phases on February 10, 14, 20, 23, 27, March 3, and 7. The counting of votes will take place on March 10.

said that he had taken all his decisions without keeping in mind caste and community. He claimed that corruption, mafia, crime and rioting had all reduced under his rule. “I’m a Yogi. There’s no stain of corruption on my orange robe,” he said. Finally, taking a dig at Opposition parties, he said, “We broke all records set by the previous governments. I’m not here to ask for your votes but to apologise for previous governments that did not do all this for you.” He also spoke of the road development in the area and said, “The BJP government has done allround development of the state without any discrimination and has worked to connect every section with the mainstream.” Polling is under way in 58 seats of the 403 member Uttar Pradesh Assembly that is spread in 11 districts of western Uttar Pradesh. The Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls will be held in seven phases in FebruaryMarch starting from February 10. Counting of votes will be held on March 10.

MPs, retired IAS officers write to PM on proposed changes in IAS cadre rules NEW DELHI, FEB 10 (AGENCIES): Representing various political parties, several retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Central officers and Civil Society members, a joint memorandum signed by Members of Parliament has been submitted to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday demanding not to proceed with amendments to IAS Cadre Rules, reports India Today.

In a joint statement by Jawhar Sircar and Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, the MPs said, “We need to initiate action against Governors in opposition-ruling states, particularly in West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra for interfering in day to day administration, criticising constitutional authorities including Chief Ministers, Speaker, State Election Commission.” The Centre has proposed an amendment to

Vijayan lashes out at Yogi WWE wrestler ‘The Great Khali’ joins BJP for remarks against Kerala T H I RU VA N A N T H A PURAM, FEB 10 (PTI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Leader of Opposition in the state Assembly V D Satheesan on Thursday launched a scathing attack against Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for his alleged disparaging comments against Kerala ahead of Assembly polls in the north Indian state. In a video message to the electorate ahead of the UP Assembly polls, Adityanath warned them that the north Indian state could soon become a “Kashmir, Bengal or Kerala” if they commit any mistakes in the election. Hitting back at Adityanath, Vijayan, who is also a senior CPI(M) leader, said if the north Indian state develops like Kerala, people will enjoy peace and better living conditions. “If UP turns into Kerala as @myogiadityanath fears, it will enjoy the best education, health services, social welfare, living standards and have a harmonious society in which people won’t be murdered in the name of religion and caste. That’s what the people of UP would want”, the Kerala Chief Minister said in a tweet. The Chief Minister also tweeted the same

the IAS (Cadre) Rules, 1954, which would enable it to post IAS officers on central deputation, bypassing reservations of state governments. Strong opposition has come from States as they see ‘politics’ in this move. The argument by most State cadres for not sponsoring the number of officers as per prescribed CDR is the shortage of officers in the cadre. Only a few States have welcomed the move.

Akhilesh Yadav crores after coming to power to ensure timely payment to farmers,” he said. “The electricity bill these days gives an electric shock to the people because the BJP government has not set up a single power plant in the state. We are forced to pay exorbitant rates for electricity,” Yadav said, adding that the SP will give 300 units of free electricity to people after coming to power. “The BJP talked about bringing development but people have suffered the most in the last four-anda-half-years. During the lockdowns when migrant

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in Hindi and tagged his UP counterpart. Slamming Adityanath for his remarks, Satheesan also urged the people of Uttar Pradesh to choose plurality, harmony, inclusive development to medieval bigotry. “Dear #UP, vote to be like Kerala. Choose plurality, harmony, inclusive development to medieval bigotry. Keralites, Bengalis and Kashmiris are also proud Indians. #kerala #democracy #religiousharmony #UPElections2022,” Satheesan, a Congress leader, tweeted. In a video message on Twitter, on the eve of Thursday’s polling for the first phase of the assembly elections in UP, Adityanath said he was concerned that rioters, whose activities were curbed by his government, are now feeling uneasy. Terrorists are making threats, he added.

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NEW DELHI, FEB 10 (IANS): Wrestler Dalip Singh Rana, ‘the Great Khali’, on Thursday joined BJP. Khali has joined the BJP in presence of Union Minister Jitendra Singh and party national general secretary Arun Singh and Member of Parliament Sunita Duggal at party national headquarters. Welcoming the WWE wrestler, Jitendra Singh said that like his strong physique and thoughts, Khali will work towards strengthening the party. “The Great Khali will remain a source of inspiration for the youth in the country. I am thankful to him for joining Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s journey to take the country forward. People from all sections of the society are joining the BJP,” the Union Minister said. BJP national general secretary Arun Singh said, “BJP is the world’s largest party and the great Khali, who defeated many famous wrestlers of the world, is joining the party.

Khali has joined the BJP in presence of Union Minister Jitendra Singh and party leaders.

Son of a farmer, who also served as an officer in Punjab Police, Khali has made the country proud and I am happy that he is joining the BJP.” “I have joined the BJP as I am inspired and influenced by the BJP’s policy for the nation. The BJP’s policy is aimed at the country’s progress. I admire the work being done by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the country. So, I

thought why not be a part of his journey for the nation’s development. I will do whatever responsibility is given to me,” Khali said after joining the BJP. Professional WWE wrestler Khali also acted in some movies and participated in reality show Big Boss. Born in Himachal Pradesh, Khali served in Punjab Police in the 1990s before becoming a professional wrestler.

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n four out of five states that will go to polls in the coming election cycle, the BJP is the incumbent party, with the exception of Punjab. There is a war-like environment within the highest echelons of the BJP where hectic plan of actions are being unfolded as the BJP fights to seek another term in government in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Goa, and Manipur. When election results are declared on the March 10, the interpretations of the BJP’s success or lack of in these elections, will not just be confined to these state-specific results. They will also answer questions about the BJP having faced increasingly strong political headwinds in most parts of the country since its thumping victory in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. All eyes are on the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, seen as a template for Lok Sabha 2024. Historically, state polls are an unreliable barometer of the national mood two years down the line. But UP could well throw up answers to intriguing questions about the shape of things to come.The outcome of the elections especially in Uttar Pradesh is considered very crucial for prime minister Narendra Modi. UP has 80 Lok Sabha seats, the highest among states in India and in 2019 the BJP won 62.Modi represents Varanasi since 2014. The BJP has used religion and communal divide to polarise voters and this has proved successful mainly because the opposition parties who together get around 60% of the votes to the BJP’s 30% , are hopelessly divided. The party is apparently counting on that divisive tactic to resonate in Uttar Pradesh, a bastion of the Hindu right, preserving its hold on power in the state and putting it in a favorable position for a general election in two years. Yogi Adityanath, an acolyte of Modi’s and a potential successor as prime minister, cast the election in terms of “80 versus 20” - a thinly veiled reference to the rough percentage of Hindus in the state compared with Muslims. If the Modi-Yogi combine scripts a convincing win, the UP CM could be a contender for the top job. The Samajwadi Party(SP) led by former chief minister Akhilesh Yadav is a serious contender to Yogi Adityanath. If he pulls it off, the Opposition could rally around him. Congress’ Priyanka Vadra has been hard at work and she battles an uphill task to convince voters of her ability to deliver though the Congress is only a fringe player in UP. While BJP seeks to polarise voters and the SP seeks to pander to caste politics; the Congress on the other hand, seeks to raise issues on women empowerment, employment etc. By dint of her consistency and hard work Priyanka has attracted admiration for her combative spirit. If she can improve the Congress vote share (6.25 per cent) and/or seat share (seven) even by a few percentage points, she will have reversed her party’s inexorable slide. The Congress rank-and-file, which in any case sees her as a natural-born leader, might then attempt to force a change at the top. UP could just be the big litmus test not only for Modi but for other non-BJP parties as the outcome could have a psychological impact for 2024.

DailyDevotion Is Your Ability to See God Blinded?

Lift up your eyes on high, and see who has created these things… —Isaiah 40:26

The people of God in Isaiah’s time had blinded their minds’ ability to see God by looking on the face of idols. But Isaiah made them look up at the heavens; that is, he made them begin to use their power to think and to visualize correctly. If we are children of God, we have a tremendous treasure in nature and will realize that it is holy and sacred. We will see God reaching out to us in every wind that blows, every sunrise and sunset, every cloud in the sky, every flower that blooms, and every leaf that fades, if we will only begin to use our blinded thinking to visualize it. The real test of spiritual focus is being able to bring your mind and thoughts under control. Is your mind focused on the face of an idol? Is the idol yourself? Is it your work? Is it your idea of what a servant should be, or maybe your experience of salvation and sanctification? If so, then your ability to see God is blinded. You will be powerless when faced with difficulties and will be forced to endure in darkness. If your power to see has been blinded, don’t look back on your own experiences, but look to God. It is God you need. Go beyond yourself and away from the faces of your idols and away from everything else that has been blinding your thinking. Wake up and accept the ridicule that Isaiah gave to his people, and deliberately turn your thoughts and your eyes to God. One of the reasons for our sense of futility in prayer is that we have lost our power to visualize. We can no longer even imagine putting ourselves deliberately before God. It is actually more important to be broken bread and poured-out wine in the area of intercession than in our personal contact with others. The power of visualization is what God gives a saint so that he can go beyond himself and be firmly placed into relationships he never before experienced.

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International Day of Women and Girls in Science

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he UN has adopted celebration of International Days as an effective tool for promotion of global awareness on issues of international importance. Gender equality and empowerment of women and girls are some of the core issues for the United Nations and on the 22nd of December 2015, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution according to which 11th February has been declared as International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Some excerpts from the Resolution are as follows: Recognizing that women and girls play a critical role in science and technology communities and that their participation should be strengthened. To celebrate the scientific and technological community’s vital contribution to sustainable development, as well as supporting the empowerment, involvement, and contribution of women and girls in science, technology, and innovation; …………… Decides to proclaim 11 February of each year the International Day of Women and Girls in Science; Invites all Member States, all organizations and bodies of the United

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Nations system and other international and regional organizations, the private sector and academia, as well as civil society, including non-governmental organizations and individuals, to observe the International Day of Women and Girls in Science in an appropriate manner, including through education and public awareness-raising activities, in order to promote the full and equal participation of women and girls in education, training, employment and decision-making processes in the sciences, eliminate all discrimination against women, including in the field of education and employment, and overcome legal, economic, social and cultural barriers thereto by, inter alia, encouraging the development of science education policies and programming, including school curricula, as appropriate, to encourage greater participation of women and girls, promote career development for women in science and recognize the achievements of women in science; Invites the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization and UN-Women, mindful of the provisions contained in the annex to Economic and

Social Council resolution 1980/67, to work together to facilitate the implementation of the International Day in collaboration with all relevant organizations already involved in the promotion of women and girls in science… A day such as this, on which the importance of participation of women in science is globally celebrated gives the opportunity to analyse some of the typical challenges faced by women scientists and identify the solutions, so that women can fully participate and excel in scientific research. Whether it is the global or the Indian scenario, a significant gender gap has persisted over the years at all levels of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. It is an unfortunate reality that girls do not hesitate to pursue studies in sciences and they achieve high academic excellence, but thereafter, only few women are able to achieve professional excellence as scientists. Let us analyse why this happens. The research profession is globally competitive and requires high levels of involvement. Unfortunately, since this profession is somewhat elusive, the demands of

scientific research and the amount of professional dedication required are not well recognized and therefore do not receive much social sympathy. Just as an example, for any individual to pursue an independent research career, one has to have a PhD degree, and preferably have some post-doctoral research experience. This requires a total minimum period of 7-8 years after completing the masters’ programme. However, for women, this period usually coincides with the childbearing and nurturing period, and therefore there is a pressure to start a family at this same time. Thus there is a clash of professional requirements and personal or social expectations which are almost antagonistic to each other, not always due to discrimination, but also as a result of consequences. Women scientists sometimes become victims of a situation in which they are considered as less dedicated professionals at the workplace, and as selfish in the social space and in order to avoid this, many women scientists often have to lead lifetimes of secret ‘balancing acts’, trying to manage both home and profession. Dichotomy of demands and unnatural

expectations weigh heavily upon many and compounded with several other problems ultimately lead to a situation where there are a number of women who are trained towards scientific research but are often not in a position to join the profession, and even if they do, they are unable to excel. Continuous efforts are being made in India and worldover in order to improve the participation of women in scientific research. In India, policies have been introduced by the government through agencies such as the UGC, DST and DBT to help women pursue their scientific careers more effectively, through different women centric policies. With intense intervention both nationally and internationally, participation of women and girls in science may increase, but it is desired that women do not merely participate, but excel in scientific research. Unfortunately, policy intervention alone cannot lead to excellence. This requires attitudinal changes and beliefs so that women approach scientific research with an intention to excel. So, what do girls who approach a career in scientific research need, in order

to excel professionally? One suggestion could be a conscious and collective effort to train young girls to accept and anticipate both professional as well as familial requirements of the future so that they are not unprepared for life’s challenges. Discussions and deliberations on career planning and management should be realistic, explaining that personal life and career are not mutually exclusive. Navigating a personal life is as challenging and difficult as a professional career and learning of necessary skills is important. Again, a successful career in scientific research is much more than good academic training and requires independent thinking capacity, good leadership qualities and networking skills. Therefore, necessary personality traits need to be identified and developed. When life is seen as a whole and different aspects of life are seen as a continuum, then a career in scientific research will not seem as daunting and each girl in science will feel excited to be a woman in science. Dr. Upasana Bora Sinha Professor, Department of Chemistry, Nagaland University, Lumami Campus, Mokokchung.

Vigilance on Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs)

any of us might have experienced certain appreciably unpleasant or harmful reactions while or after being on certain medications of one or more classes of drugs to treat various forms of pain or disease conditions. These unwanted effects usually occur in the form of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, sedation, loss of appetite, peptic ulcer, etc. But this is not the end of the list of unwanted effects! These effects at times may lead to hospitalization or at worse cases may take the life of the patient. Some of the life threatening adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are anaphylactic shock, kidney failure, liver dysfunction, haemolysis, arrhythmia, hypoglycemia, hypotension etc. As per reports from across the globe, ADRs approximately account for ≥5% of all hospital admissions. The unwanted effects that we encounter while on medications may be due to side effect of the drug or other adverse drug reactions. Side effects are predictable and usually not serious and are generally associated with the pharmacological profile of the drug and dose-dependent (increasing dose of a drug increases the side effect). For instance, codeine commonly used as a cough suppressant (antitussive) produces constipation as a common side effect. However, adverse drug reactions may either be predictable or unpredictable and are often more serious than side effects. Broadly, the definition of ADRs also includes reactions occurring as a result of error, misuse or abuse, and to any suspected reactions to medicine/medicinal products at normal doses. Patients are mainly unaware of the limitations of the premarketing phase of drug development in defining relatively common risks of new drugs. Only a few

thousand patients are exposed to new experimental drugs in more or less well controlled and well-defined environment during drug development. Therefore, adverse drug effects that occur as frequently as just 1 in 1000 patients may not be detected prior to marketing of the drug. Additionally, it is well known that a population risk of 1 in 1000 patients is not distributed evenly across populations in different geographical areas; some patients because of their certain unique genetic makeup or environmental factors, are at an extremely high risk, while other population may be at low or no risk at all. Hence, post marketing surveillance (PMS) which is the practice of monitoring for any adverse drug reactions post clinical trial of a drug after it has been released on the market is imperative to detect infrequent adverse drug effects. This is a very crucial practice as limited information on rare ADRs are available for the safety and efficacy evaluation of any new medicinal products through the processes in clinical trial phase. Therefore, understanding of any effects associated with use of medicines and more specifically for those medicines which we get direct access from a pharmacy without medical prescription (over-the-counter drugs) such as analgesics/ painkillers, antidiarrhoeals, anti-allergy, and even antibiotics (mainly during COVID pandemic) etc., is crucial to minimize unnecessary exposure to the drugs to reduce the extent of damage to the body, if any ADRs occur, and also to avoid exposure to the same drug in the future. Unfortunately, there is no way to completely avoid all types of ADRs because the drug alone is not the sole determinant of the ADRs but multiple factors are also involved. Among the many factors

which contribute to ADRs, genetic diversity (differences in genetic makeup between individuals), physiological and pathological conditions of the individual (like pre- existing diseases), environmental factors which include fooddrug interactions or drug-drug interaction, etc. are significant notable factors. One easy way to reduce the incidence of ADRs at an individual level is avoiding selfmedication and maintaining of high level compliance to prescription (meaning correctly following as per medical prescription). As per a report, only about 50% of patients follow the prescribed dosage regimen in reasonably satisfactory fashion; and 1 in 6 patients is noncompliant. Of course, missed doses are more common than too many doses. Furthermore, continuing of any medication beyond the prescribed period may not be safe and is to be avoided as far as possible. In the event of a need to continue treatment, it is prudent to consult a physician so as to avoid further unnecessary exposure to the same medicine. As for instance, consumption of commonly available painkillers- Non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for an extended period of time to manage chronic pain and fever often lead to chronic renal failure (kidney failure), liver damage and most commonly development of stomach/peptic ulcer. Such unwanted effects associated with painkillers in human are not an exception in veterinary medicine. Cases are being reported with owners of animals inadvertently using painkillers in an inappropriately higher dose or for a prolonged period of time without complying with the prescribed dosage regimen provided by the veterinarian. The dose of a drug differs from species

to species in animals, which is mainly attributed to differences in their body size as well as their genetic makeup. Certain classes of drugs are found to be highly sensitive and prone to toxicity in some species of animals. As an example, cats are prone to ADRs and toxicity with drugs such as paracetamol and other NSAIDs, morphine, diazepam, pentobaritone, chloramphenicol, etc. Deficiency of certain drug metabolizing enzymes (mainly enzymes involved in glucoronidation of drugs) found in liver of cats as compared to other species of animals is mainly responsible for many ADRs in this species. It is advised not to extrapolate and use dose of a drug prescribed for a dog to a cat or vice versa for the aforementioned reason. Thus, veterinarians takes utmost precautions to avoid ADRs and toxicity while administering certain drugs in sensitive species by making appropriate adjustment in dosage regimen, which may be in the form of reduction of dose or using an alternate drugs. ADRs can occur following administration of any class of medicines. However, our emphasis in this article is mainly on ADRs associated with the use of NSAIDs. This class of drug is one of the most widely used drugs in human and animals. NSAIDs like ibuprofen, aspirin, diclofenac, etc., with the exception of paracetamol, even though these are important and commonly prescribed, can irritate the stomach lining and often produce peptic ulcer and even perforation of gastric mucosa in serious cases, if not treated on time. The main reason being that their actions are not target specific. These drugs not only reduce pain, fever and inflammation, but also reduce the level of vital biochemicals –such

as prostanoids in the stomach which are essential for protection of the gastric mucosa against gastric acid secretions. Taking such medicines after food is a simple and good way to reduce the chance of development of peptic ulcer by avoiding direct contact of the drug with stomach wall. An article published in the Daily Mail on 8th February 2020 entitled “Heart disease alert over the long-term use of paracetamol” clearly mentioned the increased risk of heart attack and stroke by 20% in human as a consequence of increased blood pressure associated with the use of paracetamol and other NSAIDs. Chronic renal failure associated with the prolonged use of NSAIDs results in reduced blood flow to kidney due to reduced prostaglandins synthesis leading to reduced kidney function (reduced glomerular filtration rate) and ultimately chronic renal failure. There are many novel classes of painkiller that are comparatively less likely to produce such unwanted adverse effects and can be used for longer period. Undergoing regular blood biochemical tests to determine any damage to kidney, liver and other organs are highly recommended in case of prolong medication with any class of drug. Overall the main focus of this short article on ADRs is to enlighten the importance of maintaining a high level of compliance to prescription so as to prevent or reduce the risk of development of any potentially harmful or unpleasant reactions associated with medications. Dr. Wangkheirakpam Ramdas Singh, PhD & Dr. Soya Rungsung, PhD, Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, College of Veterinary Sciences & Animal Husbandry, CAU, Jalukie, Nagaland.

There’s a better way for fact-checking Covid-related social media posts

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n social media, users get cues that And fact-checking isn’t a good solu- debate, rating it “true” or “false” doesn’t question — like how deep the Pacific Ocean lead to mobbing and piling on, and tion for complex scientific concepts. That’s work very well. is at its deepest point — people converge on fake accounts or automated ‘bots’ because science is not a set of immutable Another limitation of fact-checking: the right answer. But social media misguides can give the illusion that vast crowds are facts, but a system of inquiry that constructs There’s so much dubious content floating our crowd-seeking compasses. impressed or outraged by a news. provisional theories based on imperfect data. around Facebook and Twitter that human Crowdsourcing only works when each The right and left may not agree on A recent post on Politifact illustrates fact checkers can only get to a miniscule person is thinking independently. On social what constitutes misinformation, but both the problem. The claim at issue: a meme fraction. Consumers may wrongly assume media, users get cues that lead to mobbing would like to see less of it on social media. circulating on Facebook that viruses evolve what’s left over has been reviewed and is and piling on, and fake accounts or autoAnd as the world faces the third year of to be less virulent. Politifact deemed it false, reliable. mated “bots” can give the illusion that vast the Covid-19 pandemic, the threat medi- but Purdue University virologist David “It’s not a truth-seeking medium — it’s crowds are impressed or outraged by a news cal misinformation poses to public health Sanders disagrees. “I would say that it actu- meant for entertainment,” says Gordon item. “It’s not necessarily that [users] don’t remains real. Companies like Twitter and ally is true that viruses do tend to evolve to Pennycook of the University of Regina in care about accuracy. But instead, it’s that Facebook have a stake in cleaning up their be less harmful to their host,” he told me, Canada. the social media context just distracts them platforms — without relying on censoring though it’s a process than can sometimes But he is convinced that Facebook and they forget to think about whether it’s or fact-checking. take decades — or even centuries — from and Twitter can be made less deceptive accurate or not before they decide to share Censoring can engender distrust when the time a new virus jumps from animal to by harnessing the analytical power of the it,” said his research partner David Rand, social media companies expunge posts or a human host. Sanders said Politifact had human brain. a professor of management science and delete accounts without explanation. It can conflated virulence with other things, such One way is to harness the phenomenon cognitive sciences at MIT. even raise the profile of those who’ve been as resistance to drugs. When a complex issue known as “the wisdom of the crowds.” If Faye Flam “cancelled.” is still a matter of scientific uncertainty and you ask enough independent sources a tough (As published in The Print) 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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BENGALURU, FEB 10 (IANS): The Karnataka High Court, hearing the hijab row, on Thursday ordered that no religious symbols are allowed for the students until its final order, thus ruling out use of both hijab and saffron shawls in school and college premises. The interim order was given by a three-judge bench of Chief Justice Ritu Raj Awasthi, Justice Krishna S. Dixit, and Justice Khaji Jaibunnesa Mohiyuddin. “We want to make an interim order on the matter of hijab row. We will hear the matter every day,” the Chief Justice stated. Peace has to return to the state, and schools and colleges must open soon, the bench said, adjourning the matter to Monday. Earlier, while hearing the arguments, the Chief Justice told Advocate General Prabhuling Navadagi to open schools in the state. “Closure of schools is not a good development. Take necessary action and conduct classes. See to it that no problem surfaces,”

Police personnnel in Bengaluru guard the Karnataka High Court amid unrest in colleges across the state.

he stated. Amid tensions, the state government on Tuesday announced a three-day holiday for schools and colleges. During the hearing, senior counsel Sanjay Hegde, appearing for a petitioner, submitted that the Karnataka government has no right to frame rules on uniform, as per the 1983 Karnataka Education Act. The rules on uniform could be framed by the the College Development Committee (CDC) and School Development and Manage-

ment Committee (SDMC), he maintained. “How judicious it is to force prohibitions for the reason of hijab... if prohibitions are clamped for the public interest, it is tenable. The medical student was allowed to write examinations wearing hijab in 2015 as per the court orders. Wearing of dress comes under Article 19 (1) of the Constitution. The Supreme Court decision in the Divya Yadav case discussed the right to wear dresses of their choice,” he said. As per Article 25 (1),

wearing of hijab is a religious right. Sikhs are permitted to carry a dagger and are given exemptions from wearing helmets, he added. “The girl students can’t be made to sit on roads. Karnataka state contributes highest taxes to the Central government. Most startups come up here and these developments will bring disrepute to the state. Discrimination should not be made on the basis of clothes, colour, and religion,” the counsel argued. The petitioners arguing for hijab stated that there is no harm in students wearing it. Hijab is a fundamental right and it does not cause any problem to others, and so, they should be allowed to wear hijab of the same colour as their uniform, they said, arguing that the government has issued circular on uniform “hurriedly”. The petitioners further stated that the bench should give an interim order on the issue in the students’ interests as students are outside schools. They also argued that as per the Karnataka

Education Act, uniform is not compulsory for students and they only be fined Rs 25 for violating the uniform rules. As Chief Justice Awasthi intervened here, asking whether the petitioner is saying uniform is not required, the petitioner submitted that as per act, it is not compulsory. It is okay for primary school students but uniforms for college students is being objected, he said. Navadagi, however, opposed issue of an interim order on the issue and stated that there are various developments surrounding the issue. Earlier, the single bench headed by Justice Dixit, which heard the matter, which has snowballed into a major crisis in the state and discussed at international levels, decided the matter to be heard by the larger bench. It directed the High Court Registrar to submit the documents and petitions immediately to the Chief Justice as the matter is of utmost importance and needs to be heard urgently.

NEW DELHI, FEN 10 (AGENCIES): Taking cognisance of some Chinese universities issuing notices for admission to MBBS programmes for the current and upcoming academic years, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has warned prospective students applying for such programmes in the neighbouring country to do adequate checks, and be aware that China continues to impose strict travel restrictions in the wake of Covid-19, a TOI report stated. The Commission - that oversees medical education in the country - also clarified that NMC does not recognise online medical courses, even though Chinese authorities have conveyed earlier that courses will be conducted online. “As per the extant rules, the National Medical Commission does not recognise or approve medical courses done only by online mode,” the Commission’s secretary Sandhya Bhullar said in an official notice, indicating

that any student deciding to pursue such online MBBS courses from China may not be able to practise in India. The Commission advised students to refer to FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduates Examination) Regulations before applying or planning to seek admission in any foreign institutions including China. Besides, students were advised to exercise due diligence in choosing where to pursue medical education from. In the official notice dated February 8, 2022, the NMC said that the External Affairs Ministry noticed that some universities in People’s

Republic of China had started issuing notices for MBBS admission for the current and upcoming academic years. “In this context, any prospective student needs to be aware that the Government of People’s Republic of China has imposed strict travel restrictions in the wake of Covid-19 and suspended all visas since November 2020,” Bhullar. A large number of international as well as Indian students had not been able to return to China to continue their studies due to these restrictions. Thus far, there had been no relaxation in the restrictions, she added.

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cluding four farmers, were killed. “The son of their minister mowed down six farmers but did he resign? Everyone says our prime minister is a good man, then why did he not ask his minister to resign? Does he not have any moral responsibility towards the country?”

Priyanka Gandhi asked while addressing a poll programme in Rampur. “Today that man has got bail and soon, he would be roaming around openly, the man who mowed you down. But whom did the government save? Did it save the farmers? Where were the police and the administration when farmers were killed?” she asked. The Congress general secretary in-charge of Uttar Pradesh claimed that police were nowhere to be seen at the time of the Lakhimpur Kheri incident but were present to prevent the Congress members who tried to visit the families of the victims and posed no harm to anyone.

NEW DELHI, FEB 10 (IANS): India’s first homegrown Messenger RNA (mRNA) Covid19 vaccine, being developed by Punebased Gennova Biopharmaceuticals, is currently under final clinical trials, NITI Aayog’s Member, Health, Dr V.K. Paul, said on Thursday. Briefing the media, he said that they are hopeful that they will be able to use this vaccine soon. “We need mRNA platform because it has shown that vaccines developed on this platform, at least for Covid-19, have been effective worldwide,” said Paul, adding that beyond Covid, this platform will continue to be important as an option for future for other diseases also for which vaccines have

been elusive. He termed it as an great development. Indian Council of Medical Research Director General, Dr Balram Bhargava, said that this is another vaccine which really establishes that India is heading towards becoming a vaccine superpower. “Because large parts of the population are vaccinated, we are not seeing the disastrous third Covid surge in terms of hospitalisations and mortality,” he said. About the ongoing pandemic situation, Dr Paul said that the world had learned a great deal about pandemic and the virus, but doesn’t know everything. The world should remain united to fight this virus and should continue to use the tools that are at our disposal, he added.

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Nagapattinam, a car of an office-bearer was burnt and offices set up to coordinate urban civic polls related work were vandalised in Chennai, Tirupur and Vellore. Such attacks showed a clear pattern and a larger criminal conspiracy as well, he claimed. The police citing the test row as the motive hence cannot be accepted, he said and alleged that police ‘cleaned’ the evidence. FIR was ‘not filed’ and none from the forensic wing collected materials for examination, the BJP leader alleged. He wondered

‘why water was poured’ on evidence related things and taken away by police. A proper examination and probe vis-a-vis the scene of crime should be done rather than stating that it was an act by a Goonda to show his opposition to the party’s stand on NEET, he said. “This is like a film dialogue. The BJP demands NIA probe and the anti-national forces and fundamentalists should be brought to book, whoever they may be. NIA probe is the only solution and only that would prevent recurrence of such

PM blames others as he has no answers for unemployment, China: Maharastra Cong MUMBAI, FEB 10 (PTI): The Congress in Maharashtra on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi was blaming others as he has no solutions on issues like rising unemployment and the threat from China. Reacting to state Congress general secretary Sachin Sawant’s tirade against Modi, the BJP said it was out of frustration. M o d i o n M o n d ay lashed out at Congress in the Lok Sabha, alleging that

the party scared migrant labourers into fleeing to their states during the first lockdown after the coronavirus pandemic began. He also targeted the party over issues such as the 1984 anti-Sikh riots and Emergency. “For the past three days, the country is witnessing artifices and attempts of the most incompetent PM to blame others for his failures,” Congress leader Sawant said in a statement here.

“He has no answers for: rising unemployment and inflation, dwindling economy, drop in the income of 84 per cent of people, Chinese threat, and so on,” he added. Modi claimed that the Centre had to declare lockdown as the states had done so, but an RTI query has revealed that the prime minister had announced the imposition of restrictions without consulting any ministry, Sawant alleged.

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incidents. The Tamil Nadu government should hand over the case to the NIA.” In the early hours, after setting fire to three bottles filled with petrol, the man in his thirties threw them at the BJP state headquarters. The man, a known history-sheeter, arrived on a two-wheeler and quickly fled the spot after hurling the bottles at the entrance area of the party office. Police was alerted immediately and a team of officials inspected the spot and CCTV cameras were scrutinised. The BJP HQ is located in downtown T Nagar. It was found that the miscreant was 38-year old Vinoth alias ‘Karukka’ Vinoth, who faces a bunch of criminal cases including attempts to murder and he was arrested, a city police release said. According to a preliminary probe, there is no political or religious aspect to this attack and Vinoth has a history of carrying out such attacks, under the influence of alcohol, in matters of public interest.

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CHENNAI, FEB 10 (PTI): Seeking to show his ‘opposition’ to the BJP’s pro-NEET stand, a 38-year old man on Thursday hurled petrol ‘bombs’ at the Tamil Nadu headquarters of the BJP here, police said. Demanding a National Investigation Agency probe, the state unit of the BJP dismissed as a ‘film dialogue’, the police tagging the test issue being the likely motive. Anti-national forces and fundamentalists should be arrested, the Saffron party TN president, K Annamalai told reporters here condemning the attack. He demanded that the ruling DMK do ‘self-introspection’ and he alleged deterioration of law and order in the state. The attack on his party office is only a continuation of an increase in violence and other crimes, he alleged. The BJP chief underscored a ‘pattern’ by listing out crimes targeted at party functionaries and offices in other places of the state since February 9 evening. Annamalai said that in

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Committee, Das said the MPC also noted that the consumer price inflation has edged higher since the last meeting (in December), but largely along the anticipated lines. “The increase in inflation in December was entirely due to an unfavourable base effect despite month-on-month decline in prices. Large buffer stocks of cereals and effective supply side measures augur well for food inflation. Core inflation remains elevated but demand pull pressures are still muted. The renewed surge in international crude oil prices however needs to be closely monitored,” the Governor said in his statement. RBI expects the headline inflation to peak during the current quarter of this fiscal within the tolerance band and then moderate closer to target in the second half of next fiscal year (H2:2022-23). Das said, output is just barely above its prepandemic level, while pri-

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Shaktikanta Das RBI keeps a close watch on CPI inflation to decide on its bi-monthly monetary policy. Retail inflation rose to a five-month high of 5.59 per cent in December, from 4.91 per cent in November, mainly due to an uptick in food prices. MPC has been given the mandate to maintain annual inflation at 4 per cent until March 31, 2026, with an upper tolerance of 6 per cent and a lower tolerance of 2 per cent. The Reser ve Bank has kept its key repo rate -- at which it lends shortterm money to banks -- unchanged for the 10th time in a row at 4 per cent, to support growth as well as

manage the inflationary pressures. “The transmission of input cost pressures to selling prices remains muted in view of the continuing slack in demand. Further as risks from Omicron (virus) wanes and supply-chain pressures moderate, there could be some softening of core inflation. “On balance, the inflation projection for 2021-22 is retained at 5.3 per cent, with Q4, that is the current quarter at 5.7 per cent on account of unfavourable base effect that eased subsequently,” Das said. Das further noted that CPI reading for January 2022, is expected to move closer to the upper tolerance band, largely due to adverse base effects. “Taking all these factors into consideration along with the assumption of a normal monsoon, CPI inflation for 2022-23, is projected at 4.5 per cent,” Das said. Presenting the view of the six-member rate setting Monetary Policy

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MUMBAI, FEB 10 (PTI): The Reserve Bank of India on Thursday said inflation based on consumer price index (CPI) is expected to come well below its upper tolerance level, at 4.5 per cent, in the next fiscal year beginning April 2022, helped by fresh crop arrivals, supply-side interventions, as well as prospects of a good monsoon. However, the hardening of crude oil prices presents a major upside risk to the inflation outlook. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) retained its inflation projection at 5.3 per cent for the current financial year. Unveiling the last monetary policy for the current fiscal year, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said, core inflation remains elevated at tolerance-testing levels. Although the continuing pass through of tax cuts relating to petrol and diesel last November, would help to moderate the input cost pressures to some extent, he said.

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Truss’ talks in Moscow follow shuttle diplomacy from French President Emmanuel Macron, who visited Moscow and Kyiv earlier this week. In contrast to U.S. and British leaders, Macron has played down the likelihood of a Russian invasion soon. Russia has used the tensions to seek security

‘Victims of 26/11, Pathankot attacks to get justice’

UNITED NATIONS, FEB 10 (PTI): India has long borne the brunt of crossborder terrorism, with victims of the “dastardly” 2008 Mumbai terror attack and the 2016 Pathankot terror act, perpetrated by Pakistanbased terror groups, yet to get justice, New Delhi’s envoy here has told the UN Security Council. Speaking in the Security Council briefing on ‘Threat to International Peace & Security Caused by Terrorist Acts’ on Wednesday, Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador TS Tirumurti reiterated India’s firm belief that terrorism in one part of the world is threat to peace and security of entire world. He said that as a country that has long borne the brunt of cross-border terrorism, including the 2008 Mumbai terror attack and the 2016 Pathankot terror act, with victims of both these dastardly acts yet to get justice, “India is acutely aware of the human cost of terrorism and remains fully committed to bringing the perpetrators of these terror attacks to justice.”

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While condemning terror attacks, “our response should be unified, and unequivocal. We should not forget the fact that, even after 20 years of September 11 attacks, we have leaders who, without any remorse, continue to defend Osama Bin Laden as a martyr,” he said. Tirumurti was making a reference to Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who had called the slain Al Qaeda chief a martyr. Terrorists of Pakistanbased outfits Lashkar-eTayyiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) had carried out the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks and the January 2016 Pathankot airbase attack. At the briefing, which took up Secretary General

Antonio Guterres’ 14th Report on Threat Posed by ISIL/Da’esh, Tirumurti expressed heartfelt condolences to all the families of victims who lost their loved ones in recent terror attacks in Afghanistan, UAE, Iraq, Syria, Congo and Uganda. Tirumurti further told the Council that terrorism impacts everyone, irrespective of the place or origin. “Unfortunately, it took us decades and then September 11 attacks, to come out of a flawed mindset of treating terrorism based on motivations behind terror acts,” he said. He added that Security Council resolution 1566 of 2004 notes that terrorist acts are under no circumstances justifiable by considerations of a political, philosophical, ideological, racial, ethnic, religious or other similar nature. The resolution further underlines that terrorism seriously impairs the enjoyment of human rights and threatens social and economic development of all nations. “It is essential that we keep this in mind as we look

Blinken says century will be shaped by Indo-Pacfic region CANBERRA, FEB 10 (AP): The United States remains focused long-term on the Indo-Pacific region despite concerns over Russian aggression toward the Ukraine, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Thursday. Blinken is in the Australian city of Melbourne for a meeting on Friday with his counterparts from Australia, India and Japan. The four nations form the so-called “Quad,” a bloc of Indo-Pacific democracies that was created to counter China’s regional influence. “There are a few other things going on in the world right now, some of you may have noticed. We have a bit of a challenge with Ukraine and Russian aggression. We’re working 24/7 on that,” Blinken said in his first public address since arriving in Australia on Wednesday. “But we know, the president knows better than anyone else, that so much of this century is going to be shaped by what happens here in the Indo-Pacific region,” he added. The Indo-Pacific is the fastest growing region in the world, accounting for twothirds of global economic growth over the past five years and home to half the

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world’s population, Blinken said. What matters in the region matters around the world and challenges like climate change and COVID-19 can’t be tackled by any nation alone, he said. “More than ever before, we need partnerships, we need alliances, we need coalitions of countries willing to put their efforts, their resources, their minds into tackling these problems,” Blinken said. “What really drives us is a shared vision” of a “free and open society,” he added. Blinken’s trip is designed to reinforce America’s interests in Asia and its intent to push back against increasing Chinese assertiveness in the region. He will also visit Fiji and discuss pressing concerns about North Korea with his Japanese and South Korean counterparts in Hawaii. Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne, who will chair the Quad meet-

ing, said the agenda would include COVID-19 vaccine distribution, cyber and critical technologies, countering malicious and dangerous disinformation, terrorism, maritime security and climate change. India will be represented by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Japan by Foreign Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa. “As a network of liberal democracies, we are committed to very practical cooperation and ensuring that all Indo-Pacific nations – large and small – are able to make their own strategic decisions and make those decisions free from coercion,” Payne said. In Beijing on Wednesday, Foreign Ministr y spokesperson Zhao Lijian responded to a question about Blinken’s visit with a lengthy attack on American democracy and a defense of China’s contributions to the global order. “With its so-called democracy having collapsed long ago, the U.S. is forcing other countries to accept the standards of the American democracy, drawing lines with democratic values and piecing together cliques. That is a complete betrayal of democracy,” Zhao told reporters.

to further strengthen our counter terror architecture,” Tirumurti said. He voiced concern that today the terrorists’ use of ICT, social media, emerging technologies such as new digital payment methods, encrypted messaging services, cryptocurrencies, crowdfunding platforms and Unmanned Aircraft Systems pose a “dynamic threat” for which most of the member states do not have adequate response capabilities. “We have recently witnessed terror attacks through drones in our neighbourhood and now in UAE and Saudi Arabia, which have been condemned strongly by the Security Council. The recent Council resolution 2617 takes note of this threat posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems. We need to work together to develop appropriate solutions and evolve global standards to address these threats,” he said. In June last year, two drones dropped explosive material on the Indian Air Force station located at Jammu airport, injuring two personnel.

UN dispatch aid as avalanches kill 17 in Afghanistan KABUL, FEB 10 (IANS): The UN, its partners and local authorities in Afghanistan have dispatched aid teams after 17 people were reportedly killed in heavy snowfall and avalanches. The partners sent two mobile health teams to the Kunar province site in Dangam district to aid local communities and search and rescue personnel following the Sunday disaster, the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said. Many more people were reported missing, reports Xinhua news agency. The OCHA and its partner agencies also provide cash, non-food items, shelter kits and warm clothes to almost 2,000 people impacted by recent rain and snowfall in Kunar, Nangarhar and Laghman provinces. Humanitarians are continuing their work across several other parts of Afghanistan, with 60,000 people receiving food or cash assistance and relief items, OCHA said. The current Humanitarian Response Plan targets just over 22 million people and requires $4.4 billion but is only 9 per cent funded.

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chaeli. The approval will allow Elbit’s drone to fly in civilian airspace like any other civilian airliner, rather than being restricted to unsegregated airspace, Xinhua news agency reported. The Hermes Starliner, which has a wingspan of 17 metres and weighs 1.6 ton, can fly for up to 36 hours at an altitude of about 7,600 metres, and can carry an additional 450 kg of electrooptical, thermal, radar and other payloads. It will be able to participate in border security and anti-terror operations, take part in securing mass public events, perform maritime search and rescue, commercial aviation and environmental inspection missions, as well as precision agriculture work.

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WELLINGTON, FEB 10 (IANS): The New Zealand police have arrested dozens of people as they faced off with anti-vaccine mandate protesters who were camping on the grounds of the nation’s Parliament. Thursday was the third day that hundreds of protesters have stayed in front of the parliament and refused to leave, with abuses, objects-hurling and scuffles to the police officers, reports Xinhua news agency. More than 100 police officers were deployed to assist in the operation, and people were warned not to go to the area as it could cause traffic disruptions. Inspired by protests in Canada, hundreds of people gathered in Wellington from Tuesday to protest against vaccine mandate and mask using policies. They blocked the streets outside Parliament building with trucks and campers. Epidemiologists said the protest has risks of becoming a Covid-19 superspread event.

NEW DELHI, FEB 10 sion is unclear, it ultimately leads to “failure”, as in the (IANS): Criticising the US case of the US invasion of over its 20-year war in AfAfghanistan for the “war on ghanistan, Pakistan Prime terror”, he added, the report Minister Imran Khan has said. said that Washington had Imran Khan said the no clear aims in the warentire US mission was based torn country, The News on a “false premise”. But reported. now, he said, the Americans In an interview with are unable to differentiate Dr Eric Li, Director of the Imran Khan between the general populaAdvisory Committee of the tion and the Taliban, thus the emancipation of Afghan China Institute of Fudan University, Khan said the women? They had no clear forcing the country towards a potential humanitarian US mission in Afghanistan aims,” Khan added. crisis. When the aim of a misshould have been over once they killed former Al-Qaeda leader Osama Bin Laden. FELICITATION “So what they were With immense pride and honour, the doing after that, none of the Longsachung Village Students' Union (LVSU) Americans knew.” “Anyone who under- conveys it’s heartfelt congratulations and best stood the history of Af- wishes to Mr. K. Nchumthung Ezung (NCS), S/o ghanistan would never have Mr. & Mrs. Khonthungo Ezung for being promoted done what the Americans to SDO (Adm), Govt. of Nagaland. did,” he added. The Union wishes you more success in your The Pakistan premier future. said he was against the miliSd/Sd/tary solution to Afghanistan Zuchobemo Kikon Nongothung Ezung from day one. President, LVSU Gen. Secretary, LVSU “They (Americans) were never clear on what ACKNOWLEDGEMENT they were trying to achieve The Balijan 'c' Khan Basti, Panchayat would like to in Afghanistan. Was it naexpress heartfelt gratitude to each and every individual, tion-building, democracy, or groups, organisations and churches who extended material, financial and prayer support to the displaced families in the aftermath of the eviction drive carried out by the Karbi Anglong OffIcE Of ThE Autonomous Council on 30th Jan. 2022. The Panchayat conveys special thanks to :Dimapur – 797112 : Nagaland 1. President and Executives of Western Sumi Kukami Hoho 2. United Baptist Church Balijan fElIcITATION 3. Sumi Community, Sughuna, Bor Lengri K.A We, the Lotha Community Padumpukhuri village with 4. Nagamese Baptist Church Neisatuo Colony immense pride and joy would like to extend our heartiest 5. Sumi Council, IV/LRC congratulations to our member Shri Peter lichamo for 6. Sumi Fellowship, IV/LRC (DSBC) being inducted to the prestigious Indian Administrative 7. Lotha Community Balijan 'C'

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Ukraine. “I’m honestly disappointed that what we have is a conversation between a dumb and a deaf person. It’s as if we listen but we don’t hear,” Lavrov said.

JERUSALEM, FEB 10 (IANS): Israel’s Ministry of Transport and Road Safety has announced the country’s first certification for unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs) to operate in civilian airspace. The certification was i s s u e d o n We d n e s d ay by the Israeli Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to the Hermes Starliner unmanned system, which was developed and manufactured by Elbit Systems, an Israeli defense electronics company. “I am proud that Israel becomes the first country which allows UAVs to operate for the benefit of agriculture, environment, fight against crime, the people and the economy,” said Israeli Transport and Road Safety Minister, Merav Mi-

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“virtually impossible”. Visiting Moscow, British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss warned Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov of tough Western sanctions if Ukraine was attacked. Lavrov said Moscow was in favour of diplomacy to resolve the crisis but that he could not understand British concerns over the drills in Belarus and denied Russia was coercing anyone. He said the West was using Ukraine against Moscow and also accused Kyiv of attempting to rewrite agreements intended to end the conflict in eastern

tary exercises in Europe. That’s bad news,” the official said. Ukraine launched its own war games on Thursday which, like Russia’s joint drills with Minsk, will run until Feb. 20. The Ukrainian forces, whose numbers have not been disclosed, are set to use Bayraktar drones and antitank Javelin and NLAW missiles provided by foreign partners. Kyiv was due to receive a further shipment of U.S. military aid later on Thursday. Despite the tension over the war games, the Kremlin’s point man on Ukraine, Dmitry Kozak, was set to meet officials from Ukraine, Germany and France in Berlin for the latest talks on the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said the talks would be important and that he hoped they could get a Trilateral Contact Group on the conflict in east Ukraine functioning again. The group includes Russia, Ukraine and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, a security watchdog.

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Service (IAS) and Shri Nribemo Mozhui for being promoted to Engineer in Chief under Electrical department, Government of Nagaland. The Lotha community thanks to both of them for bringing laurels in the village in general and Lotha community in particular. We wish them the best for their future endeavours. Sd/ Jerry N Tsanglao Chairman Lotha Community Padumpukhuri Village

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Felicitation with immense pride and joy, the Kohima ao officertem telongjem would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to the following esteem members: 1. Shri. Meyionen Jamir on being appointed as the chief information commissioner, nagaland. 2. Miss Temsunaro Aier on being inducted to the indian administrative Service. 3. Smt. Obangla Jamir on being inducted to the indian administrative Service. the telongjem prays and wishes them good health and success to their dedicated services. Sd/(Wt. Imtimenla) General Secretary, KAOT

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(Recognised by the Government of Nagaland vide No. RS 12638 Dt. 23/06/94) Affiliated to A.I.F.O.D.E, New Delhi vide No. 163 The following members has been unanimously elected as office bearers of ANDESA for the tenure 2022- 2024. 1. PRESIDENT : Er. I. HOKIYE ZHIMO JE PWD NH KOHIMA 2. VICE PRESIDENT : Er. MOAMEREN JE PWD R&B PUGHOBOTO 3. VICE PRESIDENT : Er. L. HEKUTO KHALA JE ELECTRICAL 4. VICE PRESIDENT : Er. KATEMCHUBA JE URBAN DIVISION DIMAPUR 5. GENERAL SECRETARY : Er. R. SHURHOTHO NYUSOU JE HOUSING PHEK 6. JOINT SECRETARY : Er. VILAKHOTOU KIRHA JE TOURISM 7. INFORMATION SECY : Er. R.YANBEMO NGULLY JE PWD R&B BHAGHTI 8. TREASURER : Er. VIKIYE N. CHISHI JE PEP CHUMOUKEDIMA ADVISORY BOARD 1. Er. VIKHETO SHOHE, SDO PEP KOHIMA 2. Er. H. AKAVI AYEH, DRILLING ENGINEER GEOLOGY & MINING 3. Er. THSATSASE SANGTAM, SDO PWD HOUSING KOHIMA 4. Er. ELO KHIAMNIUNGAN, A.E(CAWD)TUENSANG 5. Er. CHUPHATHUNG NGULLY, JE PWD (NH) KOHIMA Sd/Er. Vikheto Shohe (President)

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concessions from the West that would include a promise to never admit Ukraine to NATO and halt the military alliance’s expansion. The EU said on Thursday it had delivered a single letter in response to Russia’s proposals to member states on European security on behalf of the 27 foreign ministers of the bloc. NATO and the United States have already portrayed Russia’s main demands as non-starters. Stoltenberg said last week that Russia was expected to have 30,000 troops in Belarus as well as Spetsnaz special operations forces, SU-35 fighter jets, S-400 air defence systems and nuclear-capable Iskander missiles. After the initial phase of the joint drills was announced last month, Russia held a briefing for military attachés that lasted eight minutes and gave notice of an exercise that was already under way, a senior U.S. state department official said. “That’s highly inconsistent with agreements for transparency for large mili-

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neighbour though it says it could take unspecified “military-technical” action unless demands are met. “I honestly don’t think a decision has yet been taken (by Moscow on an attack). But that doesn’t mean that it is impossible that something absolutely disastrous could happen very soon indeed,” Johnson told a news conference with NATO SecretaryGeneral Jens Stoltenberg in Brussels. “This is probably the most dangerous moment, I would say, in the course of the next few days, in what is the biggest security crisis that Europe has faced for decades, and we’ve got to get it right. And I think that the combination of sanctions and military resolve, plus diplomacy is what is in order.” Stoltenberg also said it was a dangerous moment for European security, adding: “The number of Russian forces is going up. The warning time for a possible attack is going down.” In a new point of friction, Ukraine criticised Russian naval exercises that it said made navigation in the Black Sea and Sea of Azov

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BRUSSELS/MOSCOW, FEB 10 (AGENCIES): Britain said on Thursday the West could face the “most dangerous moment” in its standoff with Moscow in the next few days, as Russia held military exercises in Belarus and the Black Sea following its troop buildup near Ukraine. Tensions remained high, with Ukraine also staging war games, but leaders on all sides signalled they hoped diplomacy could still prevail in what British Prime Minister Boris Johnson called Europe’s biggest security crisis for decades. In a new round of diplomacy, Britain’s foreign minister held talks in Russia, Johnson visited NATO headquarters in Brussels and officials from Russia, Ukraine, Germany and France were due to meet in Berlin to discuss fighting between government forces and pro-Russia separatists in eastern Ukraine since 2014. Russia, which has more than 100,000 troops near Ukraine’s borders, denies Western accusations that it may be planning to invade its former Soviet

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having additional and more stringent testing requirements. Under this rule, the Academy is technically complying with Los Angeles County’s policy on “indoor mega events”, which require either full vaccination status or dayof negative COVID-19 tests to all attendees ages 2 and older. However, it should be noted that other awards events this season, such as the Screen Actors Guild and Critics Choice Association, are still requiring attendees to provide proof of vaccination for their ceremonies. L.A. County is still some time away from lift-

‘Full House’ actor Bob Saget died of head trauma, family says

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omedian and actor Bob Saget, who was found dead in an Orlando, Florida, hotel room last month at age 65, died from head trauma after accidentally hitting his head, his family said on Wednesday. Saget, best known as the jovial dad on the television sitcom “Full House,” most likely hit the back of his head and “thought nothing of it and went to sleep,” his family said in a statement to Reuters. No drugs or alcohol were involved. “As we continue to mourn together, we ask everyone to remember the love and laughter that Bob brought to this world, and the lessons he taught us all,” the family added. These included being kind to everyone, letting the people you love know you love them, and facing difficult times with hugs and laughter, they said. Emergency responders

found the actor unresponsive on Jan. 9 in a room at the Ritz-Carlton in Orlando and pronounced him dead at the scene, the Orange County sheriff ’s office said at the time. Saget had just started a comedy tour and performed near the city of Jacksonville the night before. In his last Instagram post, he reflected on the “really nice audience” and “lots of positivity.” He wrote, “I guess I’m finding my new voice and loving every moment of it.” Saget played widowed father Danny Tanner on “Full House” from 1987 to 1995, and also on a sequel called “Fuller House” from 2016 to 2020. In the show, Tanner shared his home with his three daughters, his brother-in-law and best friend. The actor also hosted “America’s Funniest Home Videos” from 1989 to 1997. (Reuters)

ing its indoor mask mandate. On Tuesday, public health director Barbara Ferrer indicated barring extremely low case levels, the earliest time that mask requirements would likely be reversed is late April, well after the Academy Awards’ March ceremony date. The Academy has yet to release an official Covid policy for its upcoming ceremony. Reports indicate that the Academy may have elected to take a less strict position on vaccination status as a no-entry policy could have prevented some unvaccinated nominees or presenters from attending the ceremony. (IANS)

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seemingly confirming that a studio recording of the track exists. It’s not the first time that Sheeran has spoken about a heavy metal collaboration either. Cradle Of Filth’s Dani Filth hinted at a future collaboration with the singer after Sheeran revealed that he was “really into death metal as a kid”. “I think the Ed Sheeran collaboration would be great fun,” said Filth. “I think it’d be great if we did it for charity because at least it would bring a bit of credibility to it. Because obviously to his public, it’d be like ‘Oh my god, he’s got this weird comical guy’, and to my public, it’d be like ‘Oh my god, this is a bit weird, isn’t it?’ But I think that sort of thing, nowadays, works.” Bring Me The Horizon will perform the closing set at the BandLab NME Awards 2022. The wildest night in music will return to London’s O2 Academy Brixton on Wednesday, March 2 to celebrate the best in music and entertainment from around the globe. Tickets to the event are on sale now and available here. “To be honest we’re surprised we’ve even been asked back at all!” said Sykes. “What a huge honour it is to be asked to close the prestigious NME Awards show, we’re literally buzzing.” (NME)

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n award-winning film director in Myanmar has been arrested almost a year after he was put on a wanted list for encouraging government employees to join in protests against military rule, a colleague and local media reported Thursday. Htun Zaw Win, whose professional name is Wyne, was arrested Wednesday at his apartment in Yangon after spending most of the past year on the run, said the colleague, who is also a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. He spoke on condition of anonymity because of fear of arrest. Wyne has won multiple awards for best director and best screenplay from the

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noop Dogg is now the new owner of Death Row Records. The hip-hop legend shot to fame after appearing on Dr. Dre’s acclaimed 1992 ‘The Chronic’, released on the legendary record label, and was signed himself and went on to put out his debut album, ‘Doggystyle’, a year later. Snoop - whose real name is Calvin Broadus Jr - acquired the company from MNRK Music Group for an undisclosed sum. The 50-year-old rap megastar

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said: “I am thrilled and appreciative of the opportunity to acquire the iconic and culturally significant Death Row Records brand, which has immense untapped future value. “It feels good to have ownership of the label I was part of at the beginning of my career and as one of the founding members. This is an extremely meaningful moment for me.” Death Row - which was also the home of the likes of the late Tupac Shakur and Nate Dogg - filed for bankruptcy in 2006 and was

sold in 2012, after founder Suge Knight faced serious financial and legal issues. The 56-year-old former music executive is currently serving a 28-year prison sentence for a fatal 2015 hit-and-run. Snoop had previously expressed his desire to own Death Row when he was made executive creative and strategic consultant in 2021. He said in November: “I think all of Death Row should be in my hands. “I should be running that s***. Just like I’m [in] a

position at Def Jam, Death Row means more to me because I helped create that.” This weekend, Snoop will reunite with Dre for their 2022 Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show performance. The pair will be joined by Eminem, Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar at the NFL showpiece on February 13, 2022 at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Los Angeles. It’s the first time in the history of the halftime performance slot that five music stars will perform together. (NME)

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Myanmar Motion Picture Organization. In addition to his popular feature films, he has also worked on movies and shorts dealing with political themes, including landgrabbing and censorship. The colleague said the 48-year-old Wyne is believed to have gone home to receive medical treatment. He has not fully recovered from a stroke in 2019. (AP)

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his year’s Oscars ceremony will not require in-person attendees to provide proof of vaccination against Covid. After a 2021 ceremony that saw the Academy Awards downsize to a smaller gathering at Los Angeles’ Union Station, the Oscars will return to its traditional setting in the Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard for its upcoming ceremony on March 27. It is not yet known if the audience size might be reduced this year. Last year’s ceremony featured strict Covid testing and masking policies for in-person attendees, in accordance with health and safety protocols. In the year since, vaccines against the virus have become widely available to the general public. Guidelines encouraging proof of vaccination have become commonplace for large-scale events, especially in Los Angeles. Although the Academy will suggest attendees to be vaccinated, the 2022 Oscars ceremony will also require attendees to be tested prior to attending, with unvaccinated guests

he International Indian Film Academy Awards 2022 also known as IIFA, which were earlier scheduled to be held in March 2022, have been postponed following the rapidly changing public health situation and the spread of COVID-19 globally. The new dates for the event are now May 20-21. The organisers released a statement on Thursday saying, “The 22nd edition of the muchanticipated IIFA awards 2022 has been postponed to 20th and 21st of May 2022, with due regard to the changing circumstances in the spread of COVID-19 virus globally and keeping the health and safety of IIFA’s fans and the general community at large.” The statement further read, “The IIFA awards 2022 celebrations were originally scheduled in March 2022. We at IIFA are responsible and committed to ensure the safety of the citizens and multitudes of IIFA fans who travel from across the globe to attend and experience the magic of IIFA. We sincerely regret the inconvenience caused, and hope that all concerned understand the sensitivity of the situation.” (IANS)

Wakching Area Students' Union would like to congratulate Shri Y.M Yollow Konyak on being sworn in as Cabinet Minister, Forest, Environment and Climate Change, Government of Nagaland on the 9th of February 2022. The Union further wishes success and fruitful tenure as he carries out his new assignment and responsibility. The Union also expresses gratitude to Chief Minister, Shri Neiphiu Rio for his commendable work in inducting Shri Y. M Yollow Konyak to the cabinet post.

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my next film with the legendary Superstar Rajinikanth sir. Happy to have associated with Sun Pictures and my dearest friend Anirudh once again!” Rumours doing the rounds in the industry suggest that Nelson was invited by Rajinikanth during the time the ‘Beast’ crew celebrated the 100th day. During their discussions then, Nelson is believed to have narrated a funny one-liner to Rajini. The superstar, it is said, liked the one-liner and that is how the project seems to have fallen into place. (IANS)

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With immense joy and pride, we the family members and relatives congratulate Dr. T. Senti Longchari, S/o Lt. Tinumayang Longchari (Changki) and Rongsenlemla (Yimjenkimong) presently serving as a Pastor in Dhansiripar Ao Baptist Church, Dimapur for remarkable achievement on being conferred Doctor of Ministry (D. Min) degree from the University of Jerusalem, Chennai, India under the able guidance of Rev. Dr. P. Michael Paul on the Thesis: "Understanding Theology in the context of Tribal Ao Naga Culture and Religion". It is our sincere prayer that may Almighty God guide and use him for God's glory. Family Members & Relatives DP-650/22 K Y M C

India looks ODI series sweep against W. Indies

AHMEDABAD, FEB 10 (IANS): A dominant India will be looking to complete a series sweep against the West Indies in the third and final match of the series at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Friday. In the ongoing series, India have been bailed out by the bowlers while West Indies haven’t been able to get the desired fight from their batters. With Shikhar Dhawan and Shreyas Iyer out of their isolation period after recovering from Covid-19, expect India to make further experiments now that they have an unassailable lead in the series. If Dhawan returns, it will be India’s new opening pair after Rohit Sharma-Ishan Kishan in the first match and then Rishabh Pant becoming a surprise partner for Sharma in the second match. Virat Kohli will be itching to get a big knock after two lean showings while Suryakumar Yadav will be aiming to carry forward his good show in the middle-order apart from

Indian players greet each other after India won the second ODI cricket match against West Indies, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, Wednesday, Feb 9. (PTI)

second one. With his hitthe-deck ability combined with hard lengths broke the back of West Indies’ batting order. Mohammed Siraj and Shardul Thakur have supported him well while spinners Yuzvendra Chahal and Washington Sundar have been handy. For West Indies’ biggest headache has been the lack of contributions

from the batters. After being skittled for 176 in the first ODI, the visitors were unable to chase down 237. In both matches, the lower-order batters tried to get the team back in the match but couldn’t do so. Their bowlers, especially Odean Smith, Alzarri Joseph and Akeal Hosein, put up a good show but would like for their batters

NBA: Blazers beat Lakers as Jazz end Warriors’ winning run

FIH Pro League: Netherlands women pull out

KL Rahul making runs in the middle overs. In terms of bowling, India have done well to take wickets in a heap in the middle overs and make some strikes in the first ten overs, something which was lacking in the series against South Africa. Prasidh Krishna has been impressive in both matches, especially in the

Trail Blazers players celebrate during the NBA match.

LOS ANGELES, FEB 10 (AGENCIES): Anfernee Simons and Jusuf Nurkic combined for 48 points as the Portland Trail Blazers ended a six-game losing streak by beating the outof-form Los Angeles Lakers 107-105. Justise Winslow and Greg Brown III both scored 11 points while LeBron James netted 30 points for the Lakers, who lost for the sixth time in eight games.

The Lakers were without Russell Westbrook, who missed his first game of the season with a back injury. Anthony Davis scored 17 for the Lakers. Bojan Bogdanovic led six players in double figures with 23 points as the Utah Jazz ended the Golden State Warriors’ nine-game winning streak with a 11185 victory in Salt Lake City.

Donovan Mitchell finished with 14 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists for Utah, who earned their fourth consecutive win. Golden State’s Jordan Poole scored 18 points and Stephen Curry added 16, but they shot a combined 10-for-27 from the field. Domantas Sabonis recorded 22 points and 14 rebounds on his debut to help the Sacramento Kings beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 132-119. All-Star guard Darius Garland scored a gamehigh 27 points on his return from injury to lift the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 105-92 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Pascal Siakam notched 27 points and 16 rebounds as the Toronto Raptors extended their winning run to seven games with a 117-98 victory at the Oklahoma City Thunder, while DeMar DeRozan scored 36 in the Chicago Bulls’ 121-109 success against the Charlotte Hornets.

NEW DELHI, FEB 10 (IANS): The Netherlands women’s hockey team has decided not to travel to India for their upcoming doubleheader in FIH Pro League against the Indian women’s team at Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on February 19 and 20. The Netherlands team has cited negative intercontinental travel advice received from KNHB (Royal Dutch Hockey Association) Medical Committee and the NOC medical staff for their decision to cancel their travel to India for the matches, the Hockey India has informed in a release on Thursday. Hockey India has expressed surprise and disappointment over the Netherland women’s team, the reigning World and Olympic champions, cancelling their travel plans. Hockey India is currently in contact with FIH regarding the implications of the decision of the Netherlands team to not come to India for these two previously agreed matches scheduled for next week, the release said.

Murray working with coach Vallverdu again

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and 2019. He is ranked 95th after returning to the top 100 on Monday for the first time since May, 2018. Venezuelan Vallver-

du, who is still contracted to Swiss Stan Wawrinka, worked with Murray when the British player won the Olympic gold at the 2012 London Games, the U.S. Open title the same year and Wimbledon in 2013. Murray, 34, split with his long-term coach Jamie Delgado at the end of the 2021 season and ended a trial with German Jan de Witt at the end of the Australian Open, where he was knocked out in the second

Madrid’s Benzema doubtful for Villarreal ahead of PSG clash

BARCELONA, SPAIN (AP): Real Madrid is hoping Karim Benzema will be fit to play in next week’s highly anticipated clash with Paris Saint-Germain. That tasty Champions League round-of-16 tie in Paris on Tuesday will pit Madrid against the team of former nemesis Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé, the player many in Spain hope will become Madrid’s next star. But, first, Madrid will have to likely miss Benzema’s goals for one more match, when the Spanish league leader visits the Villarreal of Unai Emery on Saturday. Benzema trained individually on Wednesday, working out in the team’s K Y M C

gym and running on the training pitch. Madrid has struggled to score since Benzema injured his left hamstring on Jan. 23 in a league match against Elche. Without his team-high 24 goals in 28 appearances, Madrid drew with Elche 2-2, was eliminated from the Copa del Rey in a 1-0 loss at Athletic Bilbao, and eked out a 1-0 win over Granada. Coach Carlo Ancelotti played Marco Asensio and Isco Alarcón, both attacking midfielders, up front against Granada. That paid off when Asensio netted the winner. But the decision also appeared to indicate that Ancelotti has little faith in the team’s

other pure striker, rarely used reserve Luka Jovic. Madrid will get winger Vinícius Júnior back for Villarreal after he served a one-game suspension for accumulation of yellow cards. The Brazilian’s 12 goals are second to Benzema’s 17 for the entire league. Villarreal enters the round in sixth place, but only three points from Barcelona in fourth and the final Champions League spot. Villarreal will also be without its top striker after Gerard Moreno injured a right leg muscle. Arnaut Danjuma, who has scored nine times this season, could start as striker.

round. He approached Vallverdu after the year’s opening major and they agreed to work together again, according to a source close to the situation. The coaching arrangement, which started in Rotterdam, Netherlands, where Murray is playing an ATP 500 event after receiving a wildcard, will be until Vallverdu returns to work with Wawrinka next month.

to stand up to the occasion. Overall, India will like to tick some boxes in the dead rubber while West Indies will be aiming for a better show with the bat to gain some crucial Super League points too. Squads: India: Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul (VC), Mayank Agarwal, Rishabh Pant (wk), Virat Kohli, S u r ya Ku m a r Ya d av, Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan (wk), Deepak Hooda, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Avesh Khan, Shahrukh Khan, Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shikhar Dhawan West Indies: Kieron Pollard (c), Fabian Allen, Nkrumah Bonner, Darren Bravo, Shamarh Brooks, Jason Holder, Shai Hope (wk), Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Nicholas Pooran (VC), Kemar Roach, Romario Shepherd, Odean Smith and Hayden Walsh Jr.

Copa del Rey: First blood to Betis after semi-final first-leg win MADRID, FEB 10 (IANS): Goals from Borja Iglesias and William Car valho helped Betis come back from a goal down to take a 2-1 win in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final away to Rayo Vallecano. Betis always looked slightly better than their rivals and are now clear favorites to qualify for this season’s final after overcoming a poor start. The game was just five minutes old when Rayo took the lead: Iván Balliu produced a 40-yard run down the right, hurdling one challenge and crossed for Alvaro Garcia to nod the ball past Rui Silva and into the net on Wednesday night. After the goal, it turned into an open game, with both sides committed to attack, although Betis had more of the ball in the Rayo half. Betis striker, Juanmi was close to levelling after William Carvalho’s through ball but failed to get a touch before Iglesias equalised with a low shot from outside

Betis players celebrate their goal during the Copa del Rey.

the area after beating two defenders in a moment of individual magic. The half ended with Nabil Fekir wasting a chance when he opted to shoot rather than passing to the unmarked Iglesias, who moments later had a shot saved by Rayo keeper, Stole Dimitrievski. The second half began at the same high rhythm, with the ball going from end to end, but without any clear chances until William Carvalho put Betis in front in the 68th minute. The Betis midfielder controlled the ball just inside

the Rayo area before slipping it between a defender’s legs and side-footing past Dimitrievski. Rayo had to push forward looking for an equaliser after Carvalho’s goal and began to leave spaces at the back. Carvalho saw another effort saved, while Iglesias was close to a third for his team. At the other end, Nteka was close to turning in Bebe’s driven cross but was denied by Silva’s reflex save before Bebe also drove straight at the Betis keeper as the visitors take a lead to the return leg in three weeks.

Winners of both senior and junior categories, officials and members of Chakhroma at the 51st Chakhroma wrestling meet 2022 held on February 10 at DDSC Stadium Dimapur organised by Chakhroma Youth Organisation. In senior category, Abau Virie emerged as the champion, second position was bagged by Seyiesalie Nakhro, third place by Neikotsiolie Krose while Vizokhoto Nguzhu was placed in the fourth position. While in junior category, Terhujavi Terhuja clinched the championship title, second position was bagged by Rokokhoto Kehie, third place by Thepfukedo Kimho and fourth place by Neiketuozo Kehie. (NP)

Figure skating-US ‘Rocket Man’ Chen soars to gold BEIJING, FEB 10 (AGENCIES): American Nathan Chen achieved a spectacular redemption when he claimed the men’s figure skating title in dazzling fashion at the Beijing Olympics, completing a four-year journey to the exhilarating tunes of Elton John on Thursday. The 22-year-old, who left empty-handed after a meltdown in Pyeongchang in 2018, stood by the edge of the rink to soak up the atmosphere during warm-up and then skated carefreely to “Rocket Man” to add to his world record in the short programme for a total of 332.60. Wearing a Vera Wangdesigned orange and purple top decorated with stars in space in a nod to his medley of Elton John songs, Chen displayed power, grace and precision, effortlessly land-

Gold medallist Nathan Chen celebrates flanked by silver medallist Yuma Kagiyama and bronze medallist Shoma Uno.

ing his quadruple jumps as he triggered some rare cheering from a usually near-silent crowd. Japan’s Yuma Kagiyama (310.05) was a distant second and fellow Japanese Shoma Uno (293.00) came third, but ‘Rocket Chen’ showed he was a class above as he landed his fourth quadruple jump. “I never really thought that I’d be able to actually

make it this far in my career. I’d always, of course, dreamed about making an Olympics and winning the Olympics, but I was like, that’s hard, I don’t know if

I can make that happen,” Chen said. “I haven’t really had time to process fully, but it’s amazing so far.” Yuzuru Hanyu, who was hoping to win the event for a third time in a row, finished fourth on 283.21. All attention was on the Japanese great after his longawaited, delayed arrival in Beijing, but the 27-year-old fell out of contention with a disastrous short programme. He was also looking to become the first skater to land the quadruple Axel in competition but failed to deliver, falling again on a quadruple Salchow.

2nd dEATH AnnIVERSARY In Loving Memory of LT. S. BUR LOnGKUMER (11.02.2020)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Through this column, we, the bereaved family and relatives of Lt. Chieshü Movi would like to express our sincere thanks and deep appreciation to each and every individuals, neighbours, relatives and well-wishers who stood by us at her untimely demise. Your many acts of kindness and sympathy continue to be a great comfort to us in our times of sorrow. We convey our special thanks to :1. CBC Unity Village Dimapur 2. CBC Unity Village (Women Dept.) 3. CBC Unity Village (Youth Dept.) 4. Chakhesang Welfare Union Sovima. 5. Chakhesang Community Unity Area. 6. Zhavame Union, Dimapur. 7. RPO, Dimapur. We regret our inability to personally thank each and every individuals and organisations, but we pray that the Almighty God’s blessing be upon each one of you. dp-664/22

MUMBAI, FEB 10 ( AG E N C I E S ) : A n d y Murray started working with former coach Daniel Vallverdu this month on a short-term basis as the multiple Grand Slam winner works towards rediscovering the form that took him to the top of the world rankings. Murray has struggled for consistency since returning to the circuit after undergoing career-threatening hip surgeries in 2018

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Loving children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and relatives

Born on – 01/12/1925 Died on – 05/02/2022

On this day you left for your heavenly abode. Though your physical presence is no more with us, you will always be in the depths of our hearts. We cherish every special moment shared with you and we will continue to live on through the abundant blessings you have brought into our lives. - Loving Wife and Family members. mkc-57/22

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Venüzo retains CWA Championship title

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KOHIMA, FEB 10 (NPN): Defending champion Venüzo Dawhuo emerged as the winner of 28th Chakhesang Wrestling Association (CWA) meet, 2022 by defeating Besühveto Cümu and retained his title on Thursday at Pfütsero Sports Complex, Pfütsero. Venüzo, son of Nehozü Dawhuo from Thenyizu village, represented Chokri Area Wrestling Association (CAWA). He walked away with a cash prize of Rs 2 lakhs along with Lt Chosanyi Rose memorial running championship belt which comes with a cash reward of Rs 20,000 and citation. Runner-up Besühveto Cümu of Phusachodu village, also representing CAWA, bagged a cash prize of Rs. 1.50 lakh. Huluyi D. Vadeo of Sakraba village, representing Secheku Wrestling Association (SWA) came in 3rd and fetched a cash prize of Rs.1 lakh. Külüvezo Soho of Phek village representing Phek Area Wrestling Association (PAWA) bagged the 4th position and received Rs. 80,000. Quarter finalists Küvenü Puro of Porba village (SWA), Vetazo Veswüh

Winners of senior, junior categories with guests and officials at Pfutsero on February 10. (NP)

of Suthozu Nagwu (Chozuba Range Wrestling Association), Kuchohü Cürha of Khomi (PAWA) and Vemele Thingo of Thipuzu village (CAWA) each received Rs. 10,000. Prominent wrestler Vekutho Soho who made to individual round could not wrestle due to a hand injury. In the junior category, Thuputha Dzüdo of Porba (SWA) emerged as the champion and walked away with a cash prize of Rs. 30,000. Küvetsüto Kezo of Kikrüma (CAWA) came in second position, Zhoveto Nakro of Thenyizu (CAWA) emerged as the third and Mudozo Tetseo of Thuvopisu (CRWA) came in fourth position and they received Rs. 20,000, Rs 15,000 and Rs. 10,000 respectively.

Quarter finalists Kelelo Lohe of Losami (PAWA), Mewetu Tsüha of Chizami (SWA), Chikhuthi Vero of North Kikrüma (CAWA) and Shetsü Therie of Pholami (SWA) each received Rs. 5000. Chokri Area Wrestling Association with 142 group points emerged as the group champion and received Rs. 20,000. Earlier, gracing the event as the special guest, Minister, Planning & Coordination, Land Revenue and Parliamentary Affairs, Neiba Kronu, said the state government was serious in its approach towards developing the sports infrastructure to promote the talents of Naga youth. He said Nagaland Olympic Association has

affiliated with Indian Olympic Association, thereby opening platform to the sportspersons from the state to reach higher level of competitions. Kronu added that UDA government under chief minister Neiphiu Rio had recently inaugurated Regional Centre for Sporting Excellence at Sovima to push sports activities forward. He challenged the sportspersons to make the best use of the facilities and move forward. He also urged upon the sportspersons to adopt healthy lifestyle and avoid using intoxicants and work hard to excel in sports. Also speaking on the occasion as the guest of honour, MLA Kezhienyi Khalo stressed on the need to widen the horizon of

Naga wrestling across the state. CWA president Vekhozo Ringa said that the scenario of Naga wrestling is changing from being a local traditional sport to national and international with the introduction of belt wrestling. “Belt wrestling bodies are working for introduction of belt wrestling into an Olympic medal event. Once this initiative comes into reality, the Naga wrestling activities will change in totality,” he said. In this, he challenged everyone to support such move “to make our style of wrestling an international event and that is possible with belt wrestling.” Earlier, lighting of the championship torch was done by Chakhesang Public Organization president Vezühü Keyho with Chakhesang wrestling reigning champion Venüzo Dawhuo as a torch bearer. The inaugural function was chaired by CWA press secretary Kukhoto Venyo while CWA technical secretary Kope Kronu administered oath to the 60 senior and 20 junior wrestlers. The meet was hosted by Secheku Wrestling Aasociation and managed by Sakraba Youth Organization.

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PVL 2022: Ahmedabad Defenders defeat Hyderabad Black Hawks 4-1

HYDERABAD, FEB 10 (IANS): Ahmedabad Defenders recorded their second victory in consecutive days after defeating Hyderabad Black Hawks in the sixth match of the Prime Volleyball League at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium here on Thursday. Ahmedabad Defenders took down Hyderabad Black Hawks 15-13, 15-10, 15-12, 15-8, 9-15. Ahmedabad picked up two points from this match. Ahmedabad Defenders’ Captain Muthusamy was adjudged the Player of the Match. Jishnu PV’s calm finish helped the Hyderabad Black Hawks take the lead at 8-7 in the first set. John Joseph E J effected a superb block and helped the Black Hawks extend their lead. However, the Defenders won two Super Points in a row and took the lead at 12-11. The Ahmedabad side rode on the momentum and wrapped up a closely-fought set at 15-13. Manoj LM’s fabulous block helped the Defenders take the lead at 7-5 in the second set. Shon T John stood tall with his spikes as the Ahmedabad side continued to forge ahead. John also pulled off a magnificent block and put the Defenders in the driver’s seat at 13-9.

Ahmedabad Defenders celebrate during the Prime Volleyball League match against Hyderabad Black Hawks.

Thereafter, Angamuthu’s superb spike wrapped up the second set at 15-10 and put the Defenders 2-0 ahead in the match. The two teams played out a neck-to-neck contest and were locked at 10-10 in the third set. Thereafter, Luis Antonio Arias’ fantastic spike helped the Black Hawks win a Super Point and take the lead at 12-11. But, the Defenders won a Super Point soon after and regained the lead at 13-12. Manoj LM pulled off a fantastic block as the Defenders sealed the match with a 1512 victory in the third set. Shon T John produced a fantastic spike and Angamuthu effected a block as the Defenders dominated the fourth set at 12-8. Saju Prakash Meyal pulled off a block as the Defenders

comfortably closed out the fourth set at 15-8 and took a 4-0 lead in the match, threatening to register a clean sweep and take an extra point. However, the Black Hawks regained momentum in the final set and took a massive lead at 9-5. S V Guru Prasanth produced a fabulous spike as the Hyderabad side extended their lead further. The Black Hawks rode on the momentum and eventually closed out the final set at 15-9. Bengaluru Torpedoes will be up against the Hyderabad Black Hawks in the first match of the day on Friday, meanwhile, the Chennai Blitz and the Kolkata Thunderbolts will take on each other in the second match of the day at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium.

Open: World No.1 Novak Djokovic named A1 Tsungki lifts 11th Lotha Football C’ship title Bengaluru India’s singles challenge ends in the entry list for Indian Wells Open

Special guest of the tournament along with WDFA officials and winner of the 11th Lotha Football Championship, A1 Tsungiki on Thursday in Wokha.

DIMAPUR, FEB 10 (NPN): A1 Tsungiki beat Friends Club Wokha village by 2-1 in the final match on Thursday to lift the 11th Lotha Football Championship 2022, organised by Wokha District Football Association played at local ground, Wokha. The goals for A1

Tsungiki came from the boots of Yiben and Senlo Kent while the lone goal for Friends Club Wokha village was scored by Aloumai. Friends Club got the opportunity for the equaliser but tournament top scorer Lirhonthung failed to found the net as he missed to score the penalty kick in the 68th minutes.

Benrithung of A1 Tsungiki was adjudged the player of the tournament; best goalkeeper was bagged by Mhao Kikon of A1 Tsungiki; Thomas (Friends Club) got the best defender; best midfielder was adjudged to Zuben (NRSA); Lirhonthung (Friends club) got highest scorer award, while the best dis-

cipline team was awarded to Tsumang Young Stars. Cash, trophy and certificates were awarded to all the individuals. The champions walk away with a cash award of Rs.1,20,000/- along with medals, trophy and certificates. Runners-up of the tournament received medals, certificates, trophy and a cash award of Rs, 60,000/- while the loosing semi-finalist of the tournament, Longsa SA and NRSA also received a cash prize of Rs. 15,000/- each. The closing ceremony of the championship was graced by vice president NDPP, Y.M. Humtsoe, NCS (Retd) as the special guest. Addressing a mammoth crowd at local ground Wokha, Humtsoe urged the players not just to play the game for fun or be an occasional player but encouraged the players to be dedicated and give their best to perform well in higher arenas because this beautiful game called football has got ample opportunity to excel in one’s life.

BENGALURU, FEB 10 (IANS): India’s singles challenge at the Bengaluru Open ATP Challenger came to an end after Prajnesh Gunneswaran lost to top seed Jiri Vesely in a prequarterfinal match at the KSLTA Stadium, here on Thursday. Prajnesh won the first set with authority but eventually made exit with a 6-3, 2-6, 1-6 defeat against Vesely of Czech Republic. With this win, Jiri marched into the quarterfinals where he will face sixth seed Frenchman Enzo Couacaud who quelled the challenge of Australian Open doubles finalist Max Purcell 6-4, 3-6, 6-2. Meanwhile, three Indian pairs bowed out of the doubles event with only the third seeded team of Saketh Myneni and Ramkumar Ramanathan advancing to the semifinals after getting a walkover from their opponents Steven Diez of Canada and Malek Jaziri of Tunisia.

CALIFORNIA (USA), FEB 10 (IANS): World No. 1 and five-time Indian Wells champion Novak Djokovic along with the 2022 Australian Open champions Spain’s Rafael Nadal and Australian Ashleigh Barty are included in the BNP Paribas Open tournament entry list. The event will be held from March 7-20 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California, United States. However, the organisers emphasised that the vaccinations will be required for the event, but made it clear that players’ rules and protocols will be decided by the ATP in accordance with US Government restrictions. “To facilitate the implementation of the venue’s mandatory vaccination policy ahead of the 2022 tournament, the guidelines for the players are governed by the protocols established by their respective governing bodies,

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the WTA and ATP, as well as any restrictions established by the United States of America in regard to the vaccination status of international travellers entering the country,” the organisers said in a statement. Djokovic failed to participate in the Australian Open 2022 as he was deported by the Australian government last month for not disclosing his Covid-19 vaccination status. On the men’s side, three-time champion Nadal (2007, 2009, 2013) will compete at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden for the first time since March

2019, as he was unable to participate in the 2021 tournament due to a foot injury. A power-packed lineup of ATP Top-10 players will join Nadal is looking to put together a breakthrough performance in Tennis Paradise. The 2021 US Open champion and 2022 Australian Open finalist Daniil Medvedev (World No. 2), 2021 ATP Finals winner Alexander Zverev (World No. 3), and 2021 French Open finalist Stefanos Tsitsipas (World No. 4) will each be in search of their maiden title in the desert.

Premier League: Man City move 12 points clear at top as Villa and Leeds produce 6-goal thriller

Manchester City players celebrate after their side goal against Leeds United players celebrate after scoring an equaliser against Aston Villa in the Premier Brentford during the Premier League. League match.

LO N D O N, F E B 1 0 (IANS): Defending champion Manchester City moved 12 points ahead of Liverpool at the top of the Premier League thanks to a comfortable 2-0 win at home to Brentford. Manchester City have 60 points from 24 games while Liverpool, with two games in hand, are second on 48. Pep Guardiola’s side was always in control on Wednesday night, although it wasn’t until the 40th minute that Riyad Mahrez put them ahead from the

penalty spot after Raheem Sterling had been fouled. Kevin de Bruyne assured the win in the 69th minute, sliding home a rebound after Sterling’s shot had been saved. Southampton twice came from behind before claiming a deserved 3-2 win away to Tottenham with Che Adams netting an 83rd-minute winner after Armando Broja and Mohamed Elyounoussi had cancelled out an own goal and Son Heung-min’s 70th-minute goal for Tot-

tenham, reports Xinhua. Teemu Pukki put Norwich ahead after just 38 seconds of their home game against Crystal Palace, but Wilfred Zaha’s 60th-minute equalizer means Norwich slip back into the bottom three. Aston Villa and Leeds United produced a thriller, which began with Leeds taking the lead through Daniel James only for Philippe Coutinho to lead a Villa fightback, by scoring the equaliser and then setting up Jacob Ramsey for two goals to make it

3-1, before James’ second of the match made it 3-2 at the break. Diego Llorente made it 3-3 after lashing home a loose ball following a corner in the 63rd minute before Coutinho limped off with a knee injury. Villa defender Ezri Konsa was then sent off for a second yellow card in injury time. Manchester United were again guilty of missing chances as they were held to a 1-1 draw away to bottom of the table Burnley, while West Ham’s 1-0

win at home to Watford thanks to Jarrod Bowen’s goal, lifted them above United into fourth place in the table.

Newcastle on the up as escape bid gathers momentum

When the full-time whistle blew on Newcastle United’s 3-1 victory over Everton, St James’ Park erupted in celebration -- the like of which had not been heard on Tyneside for a while. As Beatles classic “Hey Jude” resounded

Newcastle United’s Kieran Trippier celebrates scoring their third goal with Matt Targett and Joe Willock.

around the stadium and new Toon hero Allan SaintMaximin joined in the chorus, it felt like a dark cloud had finally been lifted. All that had actually happened was that Newcastle, for the first time this season, moved out of the Premier League relegation zone. For a team whose already lofty ambitions went into the stratosphere after Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund bought an 80% stake in the club in October, such a modest

milestone hardly seemed cause for such hysteria. But after a season of woe in which Newcastle did not win a league game until January, it felt like a pivotal moment in their bid to avoid relegation. Eddie Howe’s side aim to maintain the upward momentum as they host Aston Villa on Sunday seeking a third successive league victory for the first time since November 2018. They will do so brimming with confidence after the display against Everton

in which Saint-Maximin was electrifying, Kieran Trippier scored a stunning free kick and new 40 million-pound Brazilian signing Bruno Guimaraes made his debut off the bench. Howe, who replaced Steve Bruce after the takeover, is wily enough to know that one joyous night will not make or break Newcastle’s survival mission and a let-down against a dangerous Villa side would put his team back in the mire.

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