February 19, 2019

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Vol XXIX No. 73

DIMAPUR, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2019 Pages 12 ` 5.0

Mamata Banerjee writes to Modi seeking probe into IL&FS crisis

PSG beat St Etienne to extend lead

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Pulawama terror cell hit 3 JeM terrorists, 5 securitymen dead; DIG, Brig. among injured SRINAGAR, FEB 18 (PTI): Three JeM terrorists, including two top commanders believed to be behind the Pulwama terror attack, were killed in a fierce 16-hour encounter, in which an Army major and four security forces personnel lost their lives in south Kashmir on Monday.

A civilian died in crossfire during the gun battle in Pinglan area of Pulwama district, 12 km from the spot of February 14 attack on CRPF personnel which claimed the lives of 40 jawans, officials said.

DIG of Police (South Kashmir) Amit Kumar, a Brigadier, a Lt. Colonel, a Major and four other ranks of Army unit which carried out the operation suffered injuries, they said.

Two of the slain terrorists were identified as Kamran and Abdul Rasheed alias Ghazi. The third one was Hilal, a resident of Pinglena in Pulwama, they said.

‘Shutters down’ across state peaceful

Reinforcement security personnel arrive during a gun-battle with militants at Pinglan area of Pulwama in South Kashmir on Monday. (PTI)

A police spokesman said that all the three terrorists were wanted by law enforcement agencies for their involvement in a series of terror crimes, including attacks on security establishments, and civilian atrocities. Kamran had taken over as operational commander of JeM after Mufti Waqas, who was killed in an encounter in February last year, spokesman said.

The soldiers killed in action were identified as Major V S Dhondial, Havaldar Sheo Ram and Sepoys Hari Singh and Ajay Kumar. Head constable Abdul Rashid Kalas of Jammu and

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As the mopping up exercise was continuing, the third militant started firing, resulting in injuries to other personnel, they said.

Ghazi continued to move from house to house and carried out surprise attacks that resulted in injuries to the DIG and the Brigade Commander as well as another Major.

The Army paid tributes to the fallen soldiers at a solemn ceremony at Badami Bagh Cantonment, headquarters of the 15 Corps here.

Their mortal remains were flown to their native places for the last rites.

DIMAPUR, FEB 18 (NPN): Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) Monday described as “a challenge and insult” to the North East states the purported remark of BJP national president Amit Shah in Guwahati on February 17, 2019 that the party would pass the Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB) if given opportunity.

In a press release, NPCC president K Therie said people have understood the “ill-conceived idea” which was with intent to submerge the identity of indigenous inhabitants of North East.

“CAB is with intent to grant citizenship to illegal immigrants and to counter NRC,” Therie said, adding that all likeminded political parties and political leaders of North East must rise above political boundaries to defend the region from the draconian law.

“It’s time we realign to defend the land that is made for you and for me. Personal ambition should not stand on the way against the interests of the NE,” NPCC president said.

No corruption in Rafale deal: Athawale

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DIMAPUR/BOKAJAN, FEB 18 (NPN): The halfday shutters down protest called by various trade bodies across the state, under the banner of Confederation of Nagaland Chamber of Commerce as part of Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) bharat bandh on Monday passed off peacefully. The bandh was called to protest against the terror attack on security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama, Meanwhile, in Khatkhati a group of agitated protestors blocked the NH39 along Assam-Nagaland border disrupting vehicular movement. According to reports, the protesters also barred all public transport including autorickshaws from plying on the highway.

When the protestors turned violent, security personnel were compelled to resort to lathi-charge to disperse the agitated crowd.

It may be mentioned that various trade bodies of Nagaland-- CNCC, DCCI, EDBA, MCCI and others observed half-day shutters down to express solidarity with the nation and the families of the CRPF personnel killed in Pulwama.

Kashmir was also killed.

Giving details, the officials said that an input was received from the police about presence of Jaish terrorists in the area. Immediately, operation was initiated and a house-to-house search was being conducted in the area.

As the process was going on, terrorists fired at the army party that resulted in the death of the major and other personnel in the early hours of Monday. Thereafter, forces concentrated on the house from where the firing was coming and killed two of them -- Kamran and Hilal.

NPCC says Amit Shah’s remark an insult to NE

Ramdas Athawale (NP) Correspondent

KOHIMA, FEB 18 (NPN): Dismissing allegations by Congress president Rahul Gandhi, Union minister of state for Social Justice & Empowerment, Ramdas Athawale said there was no corruption in Rafale deal, adding that even Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report had clearly pointed out that there was no corruption.

Claiming that the NDA government headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was

clean, he also asserted that people would vote Modi back as Prime Minister, adding the NDA would form the government again.

The minister said this during his maiden visit to Nagaland. He was scheduled to visit Mon for distribution of assisted devices and appliances for empowerment of persons with disabilities and to senior citizens under the Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana.

However, due to inclement weather, his chopper could not land at Mon and had to return to the State Capital.

Addressing media persons at Raj Bhavan here Monday evening, Athawale said 600 wheel chairs were distributed to persons with physically disabilities in his absence in Mon. He told reporters that there were more than two crore persons with disabilities in the country and claimed that the NDA government was fully supporting the dis-

abled people. Athawale said the Central government had announced a hike of old-age pension from Rs 300 to Rs 3,000 in the 2019-20 Union Budget.

He also informed that the Parliament had passed a Bill enhancing their reservation to 4% and 5% in educational sector.

On the issue of realignment of political parties, Athawale remarked that the coming together of Akhilesh Yadav and Mayawati for the Lok Sabha polls would not be much effective, adding that Priyanka Gandhi’s entry into politics would be more beneficial for the BJP in Uttar Pradesh than the Congress.

In Maharashtra, Athawale said BJP and Shiv Sena would form an alliance, to which his RPI would extend support and hoped the coalition would win 42 to 43 of the 48 seats.

NACO support needed to implement HIV and AIDS, Bill 2017: Pangnyu

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KOHIMA, FEB 18 (NPN): Nagaland Minister for Health and Family Welfare (H&FW), S Pangnyu Phom, Monday said that the state required the technical and financial support of National Aids Control Organization (NACO) to implement the HIV and AIDS, Bill 2017 in its true sense and spirit.

Speaking at the 1st North East Multi Media Campaign as chief patron, the minister expressed gratitude to NACO for organizing the 1st North East Multi Media Campaign in Nagaland and said the event was significant to reach out to the youth and general population with the message of HIV prevention, care and treatment.

The event hosted by Nagaland state AIDS control society (NSACS) with the participation of representatives from eight north east states was held on the theme “North East United against HIV/AIDS” at Local Ground here on Monday.

Stating that a lot of good work has been done and have seen progress in

Mmhonlumo asks party to relieve him as BJP’s chief whip

DIMAPUR, FEB 18 (NPN): State BJP party chief whip and advisor Information Technology Science & Technology New & Renewable Energy, Mmhonlumo Kikon has asked the party president to relieve him of his post as the party’s chief whip.

In his letter to state BJP president, Mmhonlumo said he had served as the party’s chief whip for nearly five years with dedication and to the best of his abilities, with the blessing and support of the party and the legislators.

However, in consonance with the discussion in 2018 among the BJP Legislators, Mmhonlumo said it was necessary to keep the regional parity among the representatives and give equal opportunities to all.

In this regard, Mmhonlumo has proposed the name of H. Haiying, advisor Prisons, Printing & Stationary to be appointed as the (Cont’d on p-7) next chief whip of the party.

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the decline of HIV and AIDS epidemic, the minister urged the NACO to consider the challenges of States, and work out strategy and allocate resources as per the need of each State to address the epidemic effectively.

To achieve the 90-90-90 by 2020 and to eradicate the HIV and AIDS epidemic by 2030, he said a lot of innovative strategy and policy had been launched at the National level like ‘Test and Treat Policy’ and the passing of the HIV and AIDS Bill 2017.

He also stated that the state need the support of NACO for timely supply of drugs, easy access to treat-

SSU, SVC object to Tizu valley hydro project DIMAPUR, FEB 18 (NPN): Sohomi students’ union (SSU) and Sohomi village council (SVC), Phek have expressed strong opposition to the proposed Tizu valley hydro project, saying there were “certain procedural lapses”.

In a press release, SSU president Mudotso and general secretary Divito said that the public of Sohomi had come to know about the feasibility survey on the proposed site of Tizu valley hydro project only through local daily on October 7, 2018, adding that Sohomi village has been entirely left aside despite being the owner of the land.

SSU stated no other villages have land rights concerning the area where the project was to be set up except Lozaphuhu village as major portion of the land falls under the jurisdiction of Sohomi village.

SSU said the people concerned have, however, failed to consult the rightful landowner for carrying out such a major developmental activity in their land.

According to the union, the people of Sohomi have expressed apprehension that such “ignorant act on the part of the people concerned” would adversely affect the future of the village if the project was initiated under such circumstance without dealing with the rightful landowner.

Therefore, SSU along with SVC on behalf of the public of Sohomi have requested the responsible department to discontinue the project for the larger interest of the public of Sohomi.

Startup India Nagaland Yatra flagged off Minor bureaucratic rejig Correspondent

KOHIMA, Feb 18 (NPN): Startup India Nagaland Yatra was flagged off from Secretariat Plaza here on Monday. A flagship initiative of the Government of India, Startup India is intended to build a strong eco-system to nurture innovation and startups in the country to drive sustainable economic growth and generate large-scale employment opportunities.

A Startup India mobile van was also launched that will travel across the State, to gather and record ideas.

Although the yatra aims to reach every district in India, it will only cover 12 institutes in Dimapur and Kohima due to time constraints.

Interacting with the media on the occasion, industries & commerce commissioner secretary Lithrongla G Chishi said the start up policy in the State was approved by the cabinet. She

Temjen Toy flagging off the yatra on Monday. (NP)

claimed that the Startup India campaign in Nagaland was aimed at building an enabling ecosystem to support and nurture start-up entrepreneurships in the State.

State chief secretary Temjen Toy claimed the yatra would help start-ups access various resources in the start-up ecosystem available in the State. He also encouraged youth to set up private ventures instead of trying to get government jobs.

Star t-up India Nagaland Yatra project head

Amit Shah said Rs 10,000 crore start-up funding pool was available for the entire nation.

During the yatra, prizes will be distributed to those with ideas in different categories by the government, including a “Hero of the State” award worth Rs. 1 lakh. Awards for other categories: i) Innovative Idea (Social) – Rs 60,000 (first prize), Rs 40,000 (second prize) and Rs 20,000 (third prize; ii) Innovative Idea (Agriculture) – Rs 60,000, Rs

40,000 and Rs 20,000; iii) Innovative Idea (Technology) – Rs 60,000, Rs 40,000 and Rs 20,000; iv) Top Women Entrepreneur Rs 60,000, Rs 40,000 and Rs 20,000. Rs 2,000 allowance will also be paid to 150 participants.

Boot camps: Kohima: Kohima Science College, Jotsoma (Feb 18); Sazolie College, Jotsoma (Feb 18); NIELlT, Meriema (Feb 19); St. Joseph College, Jakhama (Feb 19); NU Meriema Campus (Feb 19); Kohima Science College (Feb 23); Kohima Acceleration+ Mentorship -Capital Convention Centre (Feb 25) and Pitching + Felicitation- Capital Convention Centre (Feb 26) Dimapur: SASRD, Medziphema (Feb 20); NIT, Chümoukedima (Feb 20); ICFAI University (Feb 21); St. Joseph University (Feb 21); Livingstone Foundation Hr. Sec School (Feb 21); SET (Feb 21) and NIT, Chümoukedima (Feb 22).

DIMAPUR, FEB 18 (NPN): State government Monday ordered a minor bureaucratic reshuffle of IAS and NCS officers, effecting transfer and posting of 10 deputy commissioners (DCs).

According to the notification, Anoop Khinchi, (IAS) addl. secretary W&H has been transferred as DC Kohima. Mohammed Ali Shihab, (IAS) addl. secy.

School Education is transferred as DC Tuensang.

Sachin Jaiswal (IAS) addl. secy. W&H is transferred as DC Phek. Kumar Ramnikant, IAS, ADC Mon on promotion is transferred as DC Kiphire. Sarita Yadav (IAS) ADC Peren on promotion has been posted as DC Peren. Gregory Thejawelie (NCS) DC Kohima is transferred as addl. secy.

Land Revenue. L. Jamithung Lotha (NCS) DC Tuensang is transferred as jt. secy.

Art & Culture. Orenthung Lotha (NCS) DC Phek is transferred as jt. secy. Social

Welfare. M Shanyung Phom (NCS) DC Kiphire is transferred as jt. secy. W&H. S. Tainiu (NCS) DC Peren is transferred as jt. secy. NRE. Hiazu Meru (NCS) dy. secy. Finance has been transferred as ADC, Mon. Albert Ezung (NCS) ADC, Dimapur has been transferred as ADC, Peren. Sharon Longchari (NCS)dy. secy. Social Welfare has been transferred as ADC, Dimapur. Warren Holohon Yepthomi (NCS) ADC Tizit has been transferred as dy. secy. H&TE. Pakon Phom (NCS) SDO (C) Manyakshu (designate) is transferred as SDO (C), Tizit and to hold charge of ADC Tizit. Er. Namang Sepong Chang, SDO (C) Zunheboto is transferred as SDO (C) Phek.

Vekuto Vero (NCS) SDO (C) Phek is transferred as SDO (C), Wakching. Chongpenthung Ezung (NCS) SDO(C), Wokha is transferred as SDO(C) Tuensang.

ment and technical advice to the state to facilitate uninterrupted drug supply in the treatment centre.

In Nagaland, the minister said the NSACS in partnership with NGOs, faith-based organizations, private partners, law enforcement agencies and other development partners were taking active role to achieve national goal.

He said that mass awareness and sensitization across service providers, community members, public and private sector, NGOs, and the general public was critical for its right implementation. Further, Pangnyu disclosed that the Nagaland legislators concerned with HIV and AIDS epidemic have been contributing a sum of Rs. 1 lakh each to the Legislators’ Forum on AIDS for the last ten years and has committed to support till March 2019.

The minister stated that Multi Media Campaign was significant to the North East and was one of the medium to reach out to the youth and general population with the message of HIV prevention, care, and treatment.

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ANTA Hq offers unconditional apology to LYO DIMAPUR, FEB 18 (NPN): All Nagaland Taxi Association (ANTA) Hqs. Kohima has extended “unconditional apology” to the Lhisemia Youth Organisation (LYO) for the inadvertent statement addressed to Kohima Village Youth Organisation (KVYO) and the erroneous statement that appeared in sections of the local daily.

In a press note, ANTA president Vibasetuo Solo stated that the events leading to the lightning strike of local taxis stationed at Pezieliecie (Teen Patti) and Peraciezie (High School) were misleading and without substance.

In this regard, ANTA Kohima HQ has sought the wisest wisdom of LYO to accept their apology against the mentioned inadvertent statement and the erroneous press statement published.

Further, ANTA also appreciated KVYO for the timely and mature intervention to settle the imbroglio amicably.

Meanwhile, ANTA Kohima Hq has assured full support and cooperation in future to derive quality and commendable service to the public in general.

Feb 23 and Mar 23 declared working days

DIMAPUR, FEB 18 (NPN): Nagaland government has declared February 23, 2019 (fourth Saturday) and March 23, 2019 (fourth Saturday) as working days in view of Budget Session and Financial Year closing respectively for offices located in Kohima while April 20, 2019 has been declared holiday.

In a notification, home department general administration branch has directed all administrative heads and heads of department to ensure attendance of the officers and staff of their (Cont’d on p-7) respective departments.

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Ozukum completes inspection tour

Tongpang Ozukum and others at the PWD (R&B) EE office, Phek division, on February 16.

KOHIMA: PWD minister, Tongpang Ozukum, completed his district inspection tour with a visit to the PWD Phek district offices on February 16.

A press release from the minister’s press secretary reported that Phek was the last district to be visited by Ozukum in his inspection tour to inspect and expedite ongoing PWD projects across Nagaland.

He will be visiting the remaining sub-divisions

beginning March.

Overall, Ozukum expressed satisfaction over the workmanship in all the projects that were undertaken.

He however said that in a few areas, certain portions of some work had been damaged by rain and they should be fixed.

He urged contractors to judiciously carry out the works within the time frame and ensure that quality work is delivered.

On the Pfutsero-Phek and Chakhabama-Zunheboto SARDP 2-lane road in Phek district, he urged landowners and the public to cooperate with the project implementation and support the executing agency and contractors for the project’s smooth completion.

Regarding the ongoing road development works under the Central Road Fund (CRF), Ozukum said some CRF projects were

VKRSU solicits public participation in seminar

DIMAPUR: VK Range Students Union (VKRSU) is organising a seminar on “Role of Parents” in the education of children on March 2 at its Oking HQ, VK with G/T & district teachers’ award holder, Hovitoli Yeptho, as the resource person.

A press release from VKRSU stated that the union went on an educational tour to every school under its juridiction, and

conducted several sittings with VECs, SDMC members, GBs and elders. It chalked out various programs for parenting and impar ting quality and proper primary education/ schooling. In this regard, the union has urged parents, elders and GBs and teachers of all the schools to participate in the seminar.

The union has also requested the department of

School Education to not entertain any transfers within its jurisdiction. It cautioned that any lapse on the part of the department concerned shall force the union to take its own course of action. The union has also informed all other departments under its jurisdiction that a sitting with them will be held. It appealed to all departments to prepare a brief and honest report and cooperate fully.

satisfactory but some portions need to be expedited.

He urged engineers and all workers to rededicate themselves to serving the people in whatever capacities they were in.

The minister also expressed satisfaction over the SRDF work in Pfutsero.

According to Ozukum, the PWD is all set to begin its annual maintenance program and urged workers to never compromise on quality work.

SJCD field trip to WW II cemetery Kohima

The St. John College Dimapur team at Kohima War Cemetery during their field trip on February 16.

A press release from SJCD, HoD History, Senkatoshi stated that students were briefed on the Battle of Kohima fought between Allied Forces led by Great Britain and the Japanese from April 4 to June 22, 1944.

Students learnt that

the battle took the lives of many young soldiers. The youngest of these was 16 year old Ghulam Muhammad, of the 2nd Punjab Regiment. The students were also told that Saliezhu Angami, 21 years old, was the only Naga grave at the cemetery. The epi-

taph to Saliezhu Angami reads, “The big-minded warring youngest son of mine shall arise and shine like a star.”

Thirty one history major students with two teachers of modern composite history took part in the field visit.

B certificate exams for NCC cadets conducted DIMAPUR: Cadets of National Cadet Corps (NCC) of Nagaland appeared for the B Certificate Examinations in Dimapur, Kohima and Mokokchung under the aegis of NCC Group HQ Kohima on February 17.

According to PRO HQ IGAR (N), in Dimapur, the exam was conducted jointly by 24 Nagaland Coy K

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NCC and 1 Nagaland Air Squadron at Eastern Christian College of Arts & Commerce. Similarly in Kohima, it was conducted by 1 Nagaland Girls Battalion at Kohima College, Kohima. In Mokokchung the exam was organized by 25 Nagaland Coy NCC. B Certificate Examination is

KOHIMA: The Directorate of Art and Culture (DA&C) has invited applications for the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award and Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar for the year 2018 from eligible candidates in the fields of: Music, Dance, Theatre, Traditional (Folk, Tribal Music/Dance Theatre and Puppetry) and overall contribution or scholarship in performing Arts etc.

Joint director and HOD, Art and Culture, Puchosale Yore, in a press release has informed the public that the Akademi Award is conferred on eminent practitioners, gurus and scholars of music, dance and theatre of sustained individual achievements of high professional order and excellence.

Sangeet Natak Akademi Award will ordinarily be for persons above 40 years of age. The award consists of Rs. l,00,000. Eligible candidates may collect necessary information from the DA&C during office hours or visit the website: http://www.sangeetnatak. gov.in and submit the forms on or before February 19.

news in Brief NFHRCC emergency meeting: Nagaland Foot Hill Road Coordination Committee (NFHRCC) has convened an emergency meeting for February 20, 3 pm at NFHRCC office, Kher Mahal, Dimapur to deliberate some critical issues. All members have been directed to attend the meeting without fail.

DDIEA annual meeting: Dimapur District Industries Entrepreneurs Association (DDIEA) has convened an annual meeting for February 22, 3 p.m. at the residence of its president, Ghotovi Chophy, Eralibil near Airport Dimapur.

All DDIEA office bearers, advisors and members have been informed to attend the meeting.

WSTH general meeting: Western Sumi Totimi Hoho (WSTH) will be holding its general meeting on February 23, at the office of the Western Sumi Hoho, Chekiye Village, Dimapur, from 10 am.

Presidents and general secretaries of all areas/units have been requested to attend the meeting without fail.

CCLB 6 general session postponed: The proposed 6th general session of the Chokri Chakhesang Literature Board

(CCLB) & Chokrimi General Meet 2019 scheduled for February 20 to be held at Phusachodu village has been postponed. The proposed session date as and when finalised will be notified at a later date. All concerned persons and invitees have been requested to bear with the inconvenience.

Information for Kohima Sadar GBs: DC Kohima, Gregory Thejawellie, has informed all Gaon Buras under Kohima Sadar areas to submit the Annual House Tax for the year 2018-2019 to the SDO (C) Sadar on or before March 15. The house tax has to be collected by concerned GBs and submitted to the authority as per the format. Failure to submit the house tax within the stipulated time will entail forfeiture of the House Tax commission and Red Blankets by the erring GBs. (DIPR) Kiphire DPDB meeting on February 20: The Monthly Kiphire District Planning & Development Board (DPDB) meeting will be held on February 20 at the DC’s Conference Hall, Kiphire at 11 a.m. All members have been requested to attend the meeting without fail. (DIPR)

Satoi recommended for aspirational block

DIMAPUR: The monthly Zunheboto District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) meeting was held on February 18 at the Zunheboto DC’s conference hall. DC and vice chairman DPDB Zunheboto, Shanavas C, presided over the meeting.

According to DIPR, the house selected Satoi block under Zunheboto district to be recommended as an aspirational block, because Satoi block falls under IPPE (Intensive Planning and Preparatory Exercise) group or block.

This decision was a result of the cabinet meeting discussion on November 9, 2018, to identify one particular block in different districts and its name submitted through the Planning and Rural departments. A proposal for registration of Aloes Montessori School in Satakha was tabled and it was found that it had already been put up for registration.

Zunheboto GovernSchool students flocked to the Assam Rifles stall at the 1st North East Multi ment College principal highlighted various probMedia Campaign, at Local Ground, Kohima on February 18. (NP)

DIMAPUR: St. John College Dimapur (SJCD), department of History organized a field trip to World War II Cemetery Kohima on February 16, to let students delve into the Battle of Kohima and encourage them to learn about the past.

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a culmination of NCC training for NCC cadets who are in the second year of NCC. The certificate has been recognized and those who successfully obtain it can get some benefits if they try to find jobs in the Security Forces. Soon NCC will also conduct C Certificate examinations for cadets in the final year.

lems faced by students as well as faculty members.

He emphasized on the need to maintain at least one “Smart Classroom” equipped with a projector, computer and internet connection. It should include a well maintained library with at least 5000 books under the norms of the UGC or else the college may face de-recognition by the UGC. The principal put forth a proposal to help the college financially for numerous repair and maintenance work.

The DC requested members to assist the college financially and the departments decided to contribute Rs. 5000 each to the college.

Slide-show presentations were presented by the PWD(R&B) and Sericulture departments.

Chairman of Zunheboto DPDB and advisor, Tourism, Art and Culture, Khehovi donated Rs. 2 lakhs for renovation of the Conference Hall. The next DPDB meeting will be held on March 8.

Chief Electoral Officer Nagaland, Abhijit Sinha, on February 18, held a meeting with members of the state level Media Certification and Monitoring Committee (MCMC) for the forthcoming General Election to Lok Sabha. Sinha highlighted the functions of the MCMC such as pre-certification, paid news and media monitoring and suggested that a media workshop on media related regulations, paid news and Model Code of Conduct cases be organized. (DIPR)

With the rest of country, Dimapur Hindu Seva Samity (DHSS) mourned the death of 49 soldiers who were martyred on February 14 at Pulwama, and held a candle lit procession on February 17, at 6:30 a.m. (DHSS president, Gopal Sharma)

NSCN (I-M) offers condolences DIMAPUR: NSCN (I-M) has expressed deep pain over the untimely demise of “colonel” Ngachonpam Vashai Zimik, Army No. AB-10055, commanding officer of Kiusumong Battalion, Naga Army, from Lamlang village of Wung Tangkhul Region (WTR), on February 18 after a prolonged illness.

NSCN (I-M) through its MIP stated that late “col” Zimik joined national service on August 9, 1991 and served the nation wholeheartedly in various capacities. The MIP stated that he truly lived up to the expectations of the authority until his demise and added that his name would be recorded in the pages of Naga history and that his sacrifice for the Naga nation shall ever be cherished.

The Longvibu and the entire Naga army paid homage to the departed soul and in recognition of his services, late Zimik has been posthumously bestowed the rank of “brigadier” by the office of the “adjutant general”, Naga Army.

“The Nation and GPRN proudly salute this brave son of the soil and convey condolences to the bereaved family. May his soul rest in peace!” added the message.

Clark Journal of Theology, Volume VII, No. 2 (July-December 2018), a bi-annual publication of Clark Theological College, was formally dedicated and released by college principal, Rev. Dr. Mar Pongener in the college on February 14. In the picture: Rev.Dr. Mar Pongener with the editor of the Journal, Dr. L. Imsutoshi Jamir. (Toshi Jamir)

An inaugural program for a 15 day production oriented theatre workshop was held on February 12 at Ladybird School auditorium. The workshop was jointly organised by Mayangnokcha Award Trust (MAT) and Associates for performing Arts and Theatrical (APAT) in association with North East Zone Cultural Centre (NEZCC). (Uto Chishi) K

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WEATHER FORECAST February 19

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Hazy sunshine

30 16

Aizawl

Mostly sunny; nice

Guwahati Hazy sunshine Imphal

Mostly sunny; nice

22 11 25 12 24 9

Itanagar Rain and drizzle in the a.m.

17 11

Shillong Hazy sunshine

17 5

Kohima

Sunshine and patchy clouds

Dimapur Mostly sunny; pleasant Mkg

Sunshine and patchy clouds

Tuensang Mostly sunny; cooler Wokha

Partly sunny; cool

Zunheboto Mostly sunny

19 5 25 10 20 5 11 3 17 10 17 3

The NVBDCP team at a meeting in Tuensang district during its tour from February 13 to 16.

DIMAPUR: National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) State officials, led by state programme officer, Dr. Talitemsula Jamir, deputy director, Dr. Neisakho Kere and state consultants, toured Tuensang district to monitor and supervise program activities in the district, from February 13 to 16.

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A press release by joint director & SPO, NVBDCP, Dr. I. Talitemsula Jamir, stated that the team visited district hospital, health units and villages under Noklak block and health units under Tuensang Sardar.

It also stated that a district review meeting was also conducted on February 15, along with CMO

Tuensang and district staff of NVBDCP, where program implementations in Tuensang were discussed and performances of field workers reviewed. Findings from the visit to various health units were also shared by the state team, and the district was requested to follow up on issues and address them accordingly.

Inspection of NERLP projects in Peren

Wokha Agri Clinic and Organic Market inaugurated

DIMAPUR: An Agri Clinic and Agri Business Centre under RKVY, sponsored by the department of Agriculture and a separate daily organic market constructed by Farmer’s Producer Organization (FPO) under MOVCD-NER was inaugurated in Wokha

by DC, Dr. Manazer Jeelani Samoon on February 15.

A press release by District Agriculture Officer (DAO), Dr Santsu Kithan stated that Dr Samoon, in his address, congratulated the department of Agriculture. He stated that farmers should be encouraged to produce more as there was a huge demand of produce from Wokha district. He also advised farmers to adopt scientific methods to work towards doubling their incomes, and expressed satisfaction on the daily organic market opening.

Dr. Santsu Kithan, in his address, highlighted the objective of the Agri Clinic and Agri Business Centre. Amos presented a report on how the centre was set up and thanked the director of the department of Agriculture for allotting the scheme to the district.

Short speeches were also delivered by FPO member, Jonsumo Lotha and progressive farmer, Renbeni.

The program was chaired by SDAO, Rosemary Ezung and AO, Mhathung pronounced a vote of thanks.

Bendangkokba, DPM Peren NERLP, SHG village federation leaders, and the NERLP project team on February 15 in Peren.

DIMAPUR: Commissioner and secretary to the government of Nagaland, Department of Rural Development, Bendangkokba visited the project district of North East Rural Livelihoods Project (NERLP), Peren on February 15. The inspection visit was sponsored by the NERLP. District Project Manager, Ruuvilie Kotsu, in a press release stated that Bendangkokba visited the Punglwa B roadside market shed, Modern Pig Breeding Unit in Punglwa and the Gravity Good ropeway in Punglwa village.

He also visited the Road side market shed at Ngwalwa village, which is

supported by the project.

The need for managing plastic waste and rain water harvesting for cultivation was shared with SHG leaders.

The work progress of an integrated fruit processing unit at Mhainamtsi village was also inspected by the officials. The importance of market linkage was shared with the project team.

The discussion revolved around the need to complete all civil and machinery installations by March 2019.

Officials also visited a pig feed mill operated by the Peren Pig Producer Pvt Ltd. A hygienic pig slaughter house constructed by

the project along with machinery installation in progress was also assessed.

The officials visiting the project district appreciated the work in progress and encouraged the team to continue forward and complete all in-progress activities so the community could benefit.

The visiting team was escorted by the project state coordinator, Ringsanbo Zeliang; DPM Peren, Ruuvilie Kotsu; coordinator NRM&E, Dzuthovoyi Kapfo; coordinator M&E, Prokreni Shri and Amos Newme Co. L&RM; Puisaube Co. MF; accounts officer, John Katiry and area coordinator, Lohe.

First OST Camp in Nagaland held in Changtongya DIMAPUR: The first OST (Opioid Substitution Treatment) camp in Nagaland was held from February 13 to 15 at the Community Health Centre Changtongya.

The Camp was jointly organised by Nagaland State AIDS Control Society (NSACS), Project Sunrise Foundation and Grace Society Changtongya. The OST in CHC was launched on October 28, 2013.

The resource persons at the event were ZLO, nodal officer, District Mental Health Program Governor of Nagaland, PB Acharya with Union Minister of State for Social Justice (DMHP), Dr Temsuyanger & Empowerment, Government of India, Ramdas Athawale (right) at Raj Bhavan Ao; technical expert OST, Kohima on February 18. The MoS called on the Governor during his visit to the Dr Sentikumla Longkumstate. (PRO, Raj Bhavan) er, OST, Medical Officer District Hospital Longleng; and senior medical officer, CHC, Dr Imlinaro.

Dr Temsuyanger said OST supplies illicit drug users with a replacement drug, under criteria and they are administered in supervised clinical settings.

As a result, besides treating users, it also protects users from HIV and Hepatitis,

Organisers, doctors, nurses and participants at the Opioid Substitution Treatment Camp held at CHC, Changtongya from February 13 to 15.

as well as saves time and resources.

He also pointed out that such a centre opens its doors for users to be part of the community, and weans

them away from their habits and help them become good citizens.

Dr Temsuyanger also told those present that it was the first time such an

OST camp was organised in Nagaland. More than 150 individuals attended the three-day camp. The OST centre started functioning in Nagaland from

2013 and there are now around 31 such centres across Nagaland offering assistance and treatment for drug users, the release added.

Disaster management demonstration in Mon

DIMAPUR: Department of Home Guards and Civil Defence (HG & CD), Mon, in collaboration with HSCMC Lio Longidang, under the aegis of Nagaland Health Project (NHP), organised Ahngjong Mission High an awareness campaign on prevention of malaria with ANM Rosina of CHC Bhandari School, organised a Disaster Management Demas resource person on Monday. (NP)

onstration at the school premises on February 14.

A press release from district commandant, HG & CD, Mon, Kapu Mesen, stated that Kapu gave a brief explanation of the

effects of natural disasters and instructed the students on how to deal with natural calamities.

Officers and personnel of HG & CD Mon, expressed their apprecia-

tion to the principal and the school’s staff for giving them the opportunity and platform, and urged the institution to spread awareness about disaster management.

BVP Dimapur charity drive

DIMAPUR: Bharat Vikash Parishad (BVP), Dimapur Branch organised a charity program with villagers of Hazadisha at Dhansiripar council area on February 17.

BVP general secretary, Dr Ramashankar Siromoni, in a press release stated that woolen clothes and blankets

were distributed among the needy at Hazadisa village in the presence of community leaders, GBs and council chairman, Ranesh Langthasa, and chief coordinator, Bishnu Bhattacharjee of BVP Nagaland along with others.

Hundreds of villagers benefitted through the charitable program, the release added.

NYK youth leadership training

The Public Accounts Committee headed by its chairman and advisor of School Education, KT Sukhalu; Khriehu Liezietsu, MLA; Imnatiba, advisor, Industries & Commerce; and Kezhienyi Khalo, MLA, along with N. Benjamin Newmai, commissioner & secretary and other officials went on a spot verification to inspect projects under the department of Youth Resources & Sports. They arrived at the inspection site near IMC Hall, Duncan Basti, Dimapur on February 18. (N. Benjamin Newmai) K Y M C

DIMAPUR: Nehru Yuva Kendra (NYK), Dimapur, under the aegis of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, organized a “Training for Youth Leadership & Community Development” at Youth Hostel, with technical support from Serendip Guardians and NEISSR from February 15 to 17. A press release from NYK Dimapur media cell stated that various topics was discussed during the program on understanding social dynamics of rural communities and youth, leadership, communication skills, use of IT and social media, personality development and life skills, good citizenship and responsible citizens. Resource persons were, Rini Ghosh, director Sarendip Guardians, Bokatoli Sumi, team Seriendip Guardians and Meriakthule Chewang, program officer, North East Institute of Social Science & Research (NEISSR). Altogether about 40 youth from different youth clubs participated in the program.

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India, B’desh working to improve connectivity S h i l lo n g, F e b 1 8 (PTI): Both Dhaka and New Delhi are working to improve connectivity between the two countries to boost trade and tourism, Bangladesh Assistant High Commissioner to India, Shah Mohammad Tanvir Monsur said on Monday.

The Governments of Bangladesh and India are working on river routes, rail and air connectivity to boost tourism, he said. “... From next month, the Civil Aviation Ministry of the Government of India is going to launch a direct flight between Guwahati and Dhaka. I am sure that this will address connectivity and boost tourism growth manifold between the two countries,” Monsur said, addressing a tourism convention here.

“Currently, I am issuing 150 visas daily. I am sure from next month, the number of visas will increase three times or at least 400 every day,” he said.

Monsur said Bangladesh will put its best ef-

Mizoram govt to legislate stringent prohibition law

Aizawl, Feb 18 (PTI): Mizoram government will legislate a stringent prohibition law in the coming budget session of the assembly, its Excise and Narcotics Minister K Beichhua Monday said.

The budget session of the state legislative assembly is likely to be held in March, he said at a meeting of the ruling Mizo National Front (MNF) here.

Beichhua said that total prohibition would be reimposed in the state as promised by MNF in its assembly election manifesto.

The MNF government helmed by Zoramthanga soon after taking over the reins of the state in December 2018 had declared ‘dry days’, but was challenged by liquor vendors and the Gauhati High Court stayed the long spell of dry days.

It had declared dry days from December 21 to January 14 which was extended from January 15 to March 15, prompting the owners of three bonded warehouses and wine shops to approach the High Court and challenge its order on the long spell of dry days.

The Aizawl bench of the Gauhati High Court on January 19 squashed the state government’s order on dry days and the wine shops began opening after two days.

Shah Mohammad Monsur.

forts to export and enhance tourism medical, religious, archaeological tourism, between the two countries.

“The Government of Bangladesh is working on river connectivity presently.

Dredging activity is going on in full swing. The Government of India has extended a line of credit to the tune of USD 7 billion and under the line of credit, the Government of Bangladesh is also establishing connectivity between Bangladesh and NE of India via rail links,” he said.

Lauding the natural beauty of Meghalaya, Monsur said, “I endorse the belief that Meghalaya is more beautiful than Scotland. My

Congress, MPP react on BJP’s stand on CAB

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IMPHAL, Feb 18: Political parties in Manipur on Monday reacted strongly to the BJP national president’s latest statement on the contentious Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2016.

Addressing a rally in Assam’s Lakhimpur on Sunday, BJP president Amit Shah had categorically stated the party would bring the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016 if it retains power in the Centre.

Manipur Congress said that the party will always stand against the Bill while Manipur People’s Party (MPP) asserted that the regional party will extend all possible support to the national parties in preventing the BJP-led NDA from retaining power.

Talking on the sidelines of a public function in Imphal, sitting Congress Lok Sabha MP from the state, Dr T Meinya reiterated his party’s firm stand against the Bill and said that Congress would fight tooth and nail against any effort to convert the CAB into an Act. Asserting that the Bill was set to lapse after June 3, the Manipur MP said considering the statement of the BJP president, the Bill becoming an ordinance could not be ruled out.

“BJP must keep in

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

DIRECTORATE OF HEALTH & FAMILY WELFARE

NAGALAND : KOHIMA No.DHFW-3/116/DRIVER/DTE/2008/Pt/8115 Dated Kohima the 18th February 2019

To,

FINAL CALLING NOTICE

Rank :- Driver Name :- Salim Ali S/o :- Rashid Ali Village :- Imphal Town P.O/PS :- Imphal District :- Imphal You are found absent from bonafide Government duty w.e.f. 27th March 2017. Therefore, the Department vide letter No. 3/116/Driver/Dte/2008/PT/159 Dated 5th September, issued Show Cause Notice to you directing to report for duty within 15 (Fifteen) days inspite of the aforesaid Show Cause Notice you failed to report for duty.

Therefore, the Department issued Calling Notice dated 1st February to you by publishing in the daily local Newspapers on directing to report for duty within 7 (Seven) days failing which appropriate action will be initiated against you.

The period of 7 (Seven) days prescribed in the Calling Notice has expired, whereas, you failed to report for duty till date which depict your insincerity and lack of devotion towards your duties as a responsible Government servant.

Now therefore, the undersigned hereby declares the period of your unauthorized absence as “NO WORK NO PAY” and accordingly withhold the salaries from your absence period which is accordingly forfeited to the State Government of Nagaland.

Principal Director Directorate of Health & Family Welfare Nagaland; Kohima DC-230 K Y M C

last posting was in Russia.

Before that I was at Dubai and Japan. I have visited many places but I have never come across a beautiful place like Meghalaya.”

He said, “It is only in Meghalaya that you will find the clouds and rivers together in the same setting, a wonderful combination.

In very few places in the world will you see such a place.”

The Bangladesh Assistant High Commissioner said “Meghalaya has become an abode of peace.

We see the state is disciplined and there were no conflicts. Thanks to the Home Minister.”

M e g h a l aya H o m e Minister James P K Sangma said tourists visiting the state take in as much fresh air as they can but they leave behind trash and toxic wastes. He warned that the trash left behind by tourists could affect the environment and indirectly affect the livelihood of the people of the state dependent on tourism.

mind that Congress was always ready to fight against the Bill in its present form,” he said.

Even if the NDA retains power after the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, Congress will still oppose the Bill if it was produced in the same format, he added. However, Congress may soften its stand if a clause keeping the Northeast states outside the purview of the Bill is included,” he said.

Addressing a news conference at its office in Imphal, MPP president O Jugindro said that his (Shah’s) statement had once again brewed up tensions in the North East.

The only way to prevent the CAB from being enforced as an Act is to block the BJP-led NDA government from retaining power at the Centre, he said.

“By defeating the BJPled NDA in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, we can block the contentious Bill from becoming an Act,” Jugindro said.

Guwahati teacher goes missing after death, rape threats

Guwahati, Feb 18 (Agencies): A college teacher of Guwahati, who had received death and rape threats on social media after a Facebook post over the terrorist attack on CRPF at Pulwama, has remained missing since Sunday morning.

Papri Banerjee, a teacher of Guwahati’s Icon Academy Commerce College, had posted a comment on her social media regarding the terrorist attack at Pulwama a day after the attack. While she condemned the attack in her post she also criticized the Indian Armed forces and their ‘atrocities’ on civilians in Kashmir Valley.

Papri who was suspended by the college authorities on Saturday for her post, received death and rape threats on social media by different users, who had seen her post.

“Continuous rape, Lynch, and death threats in my inbox.. Assam Police should go back to the names in my previous FIR if any harm were to come over me tomorrow.. They would be solely responsible..,” she posted on the social media following the threats.

800 houses in Lunglei damaged in hailstorm Aizawl, Feb 18 (PTI): Around 800 houses in Mizoram’s Lunglei town and nearby villages were damaged in a hailstorm, but there was no report of any casualty, Disaster Management and Rehabilitation (DMR) department officials said Monday.

DMR director F J Liantluanga told PTI that detail information about the extent of damage caused by the hailstorm in the southern Mizoram town of Lunglei town was being prepared.

Officials in Lunglei district said that at least 796 houses were either completely damaged or partially damaged in the hailstorm which hit the town on Sunday night.

Majority of those damaged houses were tin-roofed while window panes were also broken in many places rendering the houses uninhabitable, they said.

Hailstorm and heavy rainfall also hit the state capital, Aizawl and other places on Sunday evening.

“I come here to work every day. Papri was not in her home since yesterday.

Today I came around 2 pm but did not found Papri’s brother and father. I don’t know if they have gone somewhere looking for the daughter or somewhere else,” the domestic help of the family told Northeast Now on Monday at their home in the city’s Gandhibasti area.

Papri lives there with her father and brother.

Papri was asked to be present in the Chandmari police station on Monday as there was a case registered against her under Section 505 of the IPC and Section 66 of the IT Act. However, till filing of the report she had not gone to the police station.

“She came here on Saturday and we asked her to leave after the initial questioning. We sent a police team to her house today but her father informed us that she was missing since yesterday. However, no one has lodged any missing complaint with the police so far,” said the Officer-in-Charge of Chandmari police station, Biren Chandra Deka.

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5 rhino poachers arrested in Assam Guwahati, Feb 18 (Agencies): Five alleged poachers were arrested on Sunday for killing an adult male rhino in Assam’s Kaziranga National Park on Saturday and sawing off its horn. Four of them were arrested by the police and Forest Department officials in Biswanath district while the fifth was caught by the police in Golaghat district.

According to The Hindu, Kaziranga guards had early on Saturday morning found the carcass of the rhino near Sukani antipoaching camp in the park’s Agratoli Range.

Poachers had in 2018 killed six rhinos in Kaziranga, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and also a Tiger Reserve. The trend has been declining since 2016 when 14 rhinos were killed in the park by poachers. This period was marked by a spike in the number of arrest of poachers – 95 in 2016, 117 in 2017 and 104 last year. The rhino census carried out in the 430 sq km Kaziranga in March 2018 had estimated the onehorned animal’s population at 2,413, marginally up from 2,401 during the previous census in 2015.

Hey Good morning JOJO! Was thinking to ring you up but I don’t want to get disappointed if your call is offline.. So here I am on behalf of the crazy squad socially wishes you many many happy returns of the day. May the good Lord keeps you safe & sound always.. Blast your precious day.. #Albert

Custodial death sparks protest in Manipur

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IMPHAL, Feb 18: A 48year-old, Heishnam Sharatkumar of Khordak village of Bishnupur district, allegedly committed suicide in police custody on Monday after he was arrested in connection with the killing of a wild boar inside Keibul Lamjao National Park on February 14. His death triggered a protest in Bishnupur district. He was found hanging from a cloth inside Keibul police station. Villagers of Khodrak stormed Keibul police station as well as the forest office at the national park, alleging that Heishnam died due to excessive torture in police custody and demanded befitting action

against the police personnel responsible. In a bid to disperse the villagers, police fired several rounds of tear gas shells and mock bombs.

Despite police action, the villagers continued their agitation demanding justice for the victim’s family.

Later, they calmed down after the local MLA intervened, who assured them that appropriate action against the police and forest officials would be initiated after a magisterial inquiry.

Even though they accepted with the MLA’s assurance, the villagers said that they will not accept the body until the government takes up appropriate steps to deliver justice to the family of the victim.

Unemployed youths burn Pak flag at Assam’s Pathsala

Pathsa l a , F e b 1 8 (Agencies): Along with the rest of the country, a group of unemployed youths of Pathsala in Barpeta district staged protest on Monday against Pulwama terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir.

According to Northeast Now, during the protest, the agitators burnt the Pakistani flag and expressed their angst and frustration over the deadly attack by terrorists belonging to Jaishe-Mohammed on a CRPF convoy in which 44 jawans were killed on Thursday.

One of the victims of the attack, Maneshwar Basumatary (47), hailed from Assam.

He was a resident of Kalbari village under Tamulpur police station in Baksa district of Assam.

Assam chief minister Sarbananda Sonowal has already announced a sum of Rs 20 lakh ex-gratia to the family of the martyred CRPF jawan Maneshwar Basumatary.

The mortal remains of Basumatary were brought to Guwahati by an IAF Dornier-228 aircraft from

Unemployed youths burning Pakistani flag at Pathsala.

(Northeast Now)

New Delhi around 6.19 pm on Saturday.

At the Air Force Station in Borjhar, Assam chief minister Sonowal led the state in paying homage to

CRPF jawan Basumatary.

Later, a Mi-17 helicopter took off with the body of martyr Basumatary at 7.50 pm from Borjhar to his native village. The activists

shouted slogans against Pakistan and asked the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government to provide them guns to retaliate and kill Pakistani terrorists.

In the well-planned terror attack on a CRPF vehicle that was part of a 70 vehicle convoy, a vehicle-borne improvised explosives device was used by the terrorists.

The convoy was on the Srinagar-Jammu highway and was on its way to Pulwama when a suicide bomber belonging to terrorist outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad drove an explosive-laden SUV into the bus. The SUV was carrying explosives weighing nearly 300 kg.

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IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT AND SESSION JUDGE TUENSANG : NAGALAND

NO.PD&SJ.TSG/OBJCTION NOTICE-1/2017-18/160

/Dt.Tsg the 6th Feb'2019

Tichipami Community Dimapur Pithitsa

OBJECTION NOTICE Whereas Mrs. Kaushila Aryal, wife of Late Mr. Narayan Sharma of Post Office Ward Tuensang Town has applied for issue of Succession Certificate to operate/draw/transfer/withdraw the debts & security in respect of Late her husband who expired on 27/12/2018.

Now therefore, the public are hereby asked to file claims/objection if any within 30 days from the date of issue of this notice.

Sd/Principal District & Session Judge Tuensang, Nagaland DP-1416

Tichipami Community Dimapur lo kihiküsümi kümtsü atsala 23-02-19, ado9:00 inaqhe a-a banker lo baghi küküpütsa ani tighenguno kihiküsümi kümtsü no vephu vezü mono ighi tsu peni ke pithi ani. Eno tipau gholo ampe lo kihiküsü (membership) peighi tsu peni ke shikimthi ani.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER TUENSANG : NAGALAND (GAB/LR Branch) NO.LR-2/2018-19/1880 Dated Tuensang the 14th Feb'2019

NOTICE INVITING OTHER CLAIMANTS TO REPRESENTATION TO COME FORWARD (SECTION 375 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925) In the court of Shri Albert Ezung Additional Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur District, Nagaland Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate of Late Tiatemsu Jamir, Deceased, has been filed by Smti Assi Zeme, relation Wife, R/o H/ No. 98, Lengrijan Vill., Dimapur to draw his/her family pension, Bank Acct, etc. who expired on 26-07-2018 Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate of the said deceased, may if he/she so desire may appear in this court within 30 days, on the said day of 17/3/19.

Given under the hand and seal of the court this 16 day of 2/19.

Addl. Deputy Commissioner Dimapur, Nagaland DP-1400

PUBLIC NOTICE

Whereas this office has received Sale Deed made in Affidavit for change of ownership that Shri. T. Thelise Sangtam has purchased a plot of land measuring 40x30 ft against permit NO.303/TSG from Shri. L. Bitong Sangtam, S/o Linghose of Lirise Village.

Notice is hereby issued that objection if any, may be given in written 30 (Thirty) days time from the date of publication of this notice by any claimants to the office of the undersigned, otherwise change of ownership will be taken up after the expiry of the above mentioned period/dead line.

L. JAMITHUNG LOTHA Deputy Commissioner Tuensang DP-1417

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER WOKHA : NAGALAND

Dated, Wokha the 13th Feb 2019

NOTICE

No. Judl-47/2017-18// Whereas Smti. Khochelo, wife of Late Shri.

Yanasao, a permanent resident of Yanthamo Village has applied for issue of Succession Certificate to enable her to draw all dues and benefits from the Govt. pertaining to PPO No. PEN/CON/24283/NL/23011 and to close SBI AC No. 11766603042 in favour of her deceased husband Late Shri.

Yanasao who expired on 29/11/2018.

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

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K. Mhathung Tsanglao Addl. Deputy Commissioner Wokha, Nagaland

DP-1414

NOTICE INVITING OTHER CLAIMANTS TO REPRESENTATION TO COME FORWARD (SECTION 375 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925).

In the Court of Shri. Albert Ezung Additional Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur District, Nagaland.

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate of Late Hukuto Sema, deceased, has been filed by Smti. H. Vilito Sumi relation wife R/o H/ No - 246 (IVR) Industrial Village Razhuphe, Dimapur to draw his/her Landed property etc, who expired on 13-12-2014, Landed property covered by Patta No - 274, Dag No - 352, Block No - 5, Mouza No - 2.

Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate of the said deceased, may if he/she so desire may appear in this court within 30 days, on the said day of 19/03/2019.

Given under the hand and seal of the court this 18 day of 02/2019.

Addl. Deputy Commissioner Dimapur : Nagaland DP-1411

IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT AND SESSIONS JUDGE

KOHIMA : NAGALAND NOTICE NOTICE INVITING OTHER CLAIMANTS TO REPRESENTATION TO COME FORWARD (UNDER PART-1 OF SECTION 375 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925) Succession case no. 1 of 2019

Where as application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate of Lt. Kevitsielezo (Guu) Phizo has been filed by Shri Koliebizo Phizo S/o Lt. Kevitsielezo (Guu) Phizo R/o Khonoma Village, Residing at H/ No. 16 Mission Compound, Kohima Nagaland.

Claim ownership/proprietorship of the business of Lt. Kevitsielezo (Guu) Phizo by the name and style, M/S VIVOLIE SERVICE STATION located at Jarnapani, Dist.

Dimapur Nagaland dealing in (Retail Outlet Dealership, Indian Oil Corporation) Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate of this said deceased may if she/he so desired appear in this court on or before the said day of 15th March 2019.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this 15th Day of February 2019.

Principal District & Sessions Judge, Kohima; Nagaland K-434

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER

PEREN : NAGALAND CLAIMS / OBJECTION NOTICE Dated Peren the 15th Feb. 2019. NO.PRN/JUD-5/PT-II/2017/1244, Smti Kinkwetyipetlie of Poilwa Village, has applied for issue of Succession Certificate in her name to draw pension, of her husband Late Shri Rakobe who expired on 3rd Feb 2019.

Public are hereby invited to file claims/objection within 30 (thirty) days w.e.f. date of publication in local papers. If no objection is received from the public within the stipulated time, the succession certificate shall be issued in her name.

(S TAINIU), Deputy Commissioner, Peren : Nagaland K-438

IN THE COURT OF Smti. Yarenjungla Longkumer, Principal Judge FAMILY COURT DIMAPUR : NAGALAND SUMMON FOR SETTLEMENT OF ISSUE (ORDER - V. RULE - 1, 5, 20) CASE NO Divorce Case No. 43/18 PETITIONER Anup Dey RESPONDENT Seema Mazumdar @Seema Dey TO, Smti. Seema Mazumdar @ Seema Dey D/o Lt. Sunil Mazumdar R/o H:No. 342 C/o. Nibha Sen Pranabananda Women's College Road, Lhomithi Colony, Dimapur Nagaland Whereas the above named petitioner has instituted a case against you for decree of Nullity of Marriage U/S. 12(1) (b) R/W Sec 5(ii) of Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 You are hereby summoned to appear before the Court in person or by pleader duly instructed and able to answer all material questions relating to the case on 11/03/2019 at 10:30 A.M. without fail.

Take notice that in default of your appearance on the date mentioned the case will be heard and determined in your absence.

Given under my hand and the seal of the Court, this 05th day of Feb. 2019 JUDGE DP-1420 K Y M C

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Chit Fund: WB CS, DGP refute CBI charge said no police officer, in uniform or otherwise at any given point in time, ever sat or joined the dharna along with Banerjee.

Kumar said it was “very intriguing” as to why a major decision by the CBI was taken to interrogate him on February 3, which was the last day in office of the then interim CBI director M Nageswara Rao. “In this context, it is also pertinent to mention here that Sunday i.e. February 3, 2019, was the last day in office of the interim CBI Director, who was to be replaced by the present Director, CBI, the very next day i.e. on February 4, 2019,” he said in his affidavit.

Kumar further said: “It seems very intriguing as to why such a major decision could not wait even for a single day for the new Director CBI to join,

especially when the last notice was issued to the answering respondent, after a gap of more than a year, as noted hereinabove.

Kumar, against whom CBI has alleged tampering of electronic evidence including call detail records, said he was never in direct possession of evidence, material or documents.

They responded to the notices issued on February 5 by the apex court which had asked them to clarify their stand on the allegation that evidence was tampered with and the state police was not cooperating with the Central Bureau of Investigation.

A Bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi had said that after perusing the affidavits, a decision will be taken whether they would required to make personal appearance before it on February 20.

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Mamata Banerjee writes to Modi seeking probe into IL&FS crisis

New Delhi, Feb 18 (PTI): West Bengal government and its police refuted CBI allegations in the Supreme Court Monday that they obstructed investigation into the Saradha chit fund scam cases, with the state cops asserting the central agency forcefully tried to enter the Kolkata police commissioner’s residence on February 3 without valid papers.

Chief secretary Malay Kumar De, DGP Virendera Kumar and Kolkata Police Commissioner Rajeev Kumar filed separate affidavits in the apex court on the contempt petition moved by the CBI in connection with the scam and tendered “unconditional and unambiguous apology” for alleged disobedience of the court.

The trio maintained however that the West Bengal government and the state police at no point of

West Bengal Chief Secretary Malay Kumar De (R) and DGP Virendera Kumar. (File) time obstructed investigaReferring to the Febtion nor any official denied ruary 3 incident, Kolkata cooperation to CBI. police commissioner RaThe officers opposed jeev Kumar said in his the contempt petition affidavit that CBI forcibly against in which CBI al- tried to enter his house leged that they were tam- without valid papers. The pering with evidence and contention has been supnot complying with the ported by the DGP in his apex court’s various orders affidavit. They have also relating to the probe by claimed that no police asserting that there was a officials went on ‘dharna need for directions to the manch’ where West Bengal probe agency not to make Chief Minister Mamta any vague allegations with- Banerjee sat to protest the out substantial and cogent CBI action. evidence.

The DGP and Kumar

Sena, BJP seat sharing for polls finalised

SC sets aside National Green Tribunal They killed 41, we should kill 82: Amarinder order allowing reopening of Sterlite plant

Mumbai, Feb 18 (AGENCIES): After three years of unrestrained attacks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP, the Shiv Sena has sealed its alliance with the ruling party for the national election due by May and the subsequent assembly elections. The announcement was made following yet another meeting between BJP chief Amit Shah and Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray this evening.

Addressing a joint press conference later, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said, “We have decided to come together for Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha elections”.

Admitting there were “some differences” between them, Fadnavis hinted that the renewal of the alliance was a matter of political compulsion.

“Today, when in the country some people are coming together and trying to challenge us, the feeling of people and country was also that we should come together,” said the Chief Minister, Amit Shah at his side.

The two parties had a similar ideology and had been in alliance at the centre and the state for the last 25 years, he added, explaining the alliance that has taken several meetings and backroom negotiations even as the Sena kept up its public criticism of its long-time ally.

“Ever y BJP-Sena worker wanted an alliance,” added Amit Shah, who sat flanked by Devendra Fadnavis and Uddhav Thackeray. “Whatever differences were there, we have decided to end all the bitterness on this table and go ahead.”

A view of the Sterlite plant in Thoothukudi. (File) New Delhi, Feb 17 (AGENCIES): In a victory to the Tamil Nadu government and protesters, the Supreme Court on Monday set aside the National Green Tribunal (NGT) decision to reopen the Sterlite copper plant at Thoothukudi.

The plant had been ordered to be closed down by the Tamil Nadu government due to environmental pollution. A Bench led by Justice Rohinton Nariman concluded that the tribunal lacked jurisdiction to entertain the appeal by the plant’s owner, Vedanta, against the shutdown.

Allowing the Tamil Nadu government’s appeal against the NGT decision, the judgment by Justice Nariman gave Vedanta liberty to move the Madras High Court for any interim reliefs. Meanwhile, the plant remains closed.

The court has not gone into the merits of the case and peremptorily set aside the tribunal decision on the ground of maintainability alone. The appeal filed by the State, through advocate M. Yogesh Kanna, said the tribunal failed to consider the entire gamut of data, documents and evidence

placed on record in the case to show that the plant had “irreversibly polluted the ground water in and around the Thoothukudi district”.

The tribunal, in its December 15 order, directed the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) to pass fresh orders of renewal of consent and issue authorisation to Vedanta Limited to handle hazardous substances. n the apex court, the State questioned the manner in which Vedanta approached the NGT directly when the statutory appeal against the TNPCB order to shut down the plant was pending adjudication before the appellate authority. It argued that Vedanta move to come to the NGT amounted to “forum-shopping”.

Besides, the appeal contended that the tribunal did not have the jurisdiction to adjudicate upon the validity of a government order.

Only the constitutional courts have the power and the jurisdiction to do so. “It is submitted that the jurisdiction conferred upon the tribunal under Section 14 (1) of the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 does not include the power to

ED summons Vadra again in money laundering case

New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Robert Vadra, brother-in-law of Congress President Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday in connection with the probe into a money laundering case involving a London property worth 1.9 million pound.

“He (Vadra) has been asked to appear before the agency on Tuesday at 10.30 a.m.,” a senior ED official said here on Monday.

The fresh summons have come two days after a Delhi court on Saturday extended Vadra’s interim bail till March 2.

Earlier, the directorate had questioned Vadra for over 24 hours in con-

Robert Vadra (File) nection with the case on February 6, 7 and 9. The case relates to ownership of undisclosed assets abroad worth 1.9 million pound, allegedly belonging to Vadra, husband of Priyanka Gandhi, Congress General Secretary in charge of Uttar Pradesh East.

He was also questioned twice by the ED in

Jaipur in connection with the Bikaner land deal case.

The ED on Friday attached Rs 4.43 crore immovable property at Vadra’s Sukhdev Vihar house in Delhi.

The house was in the name of Vadra’s company Sky Light Hospitality Private Limited.

On February 2, the court had granted Vadra interim bail till February 16 and asked him to join the investigation on February 6.

The ED had lodged a money laundering case against Manoj Arora after his role came up during the the Income Tax Department probe into another case under the 2015 antiblack money law involving absconding arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari.

examine the validity of government orders,” the appeal said.

The State argued that the tribunal went outside the four walls of the statute governing its functions to appoint a committee led by former High Court Chief Justice Tarun Aggarwala to prepare a report in the case. It said the NGT was not a constitutional court like the Supreme Court to employ unbridled powers to constitute a committee like that. The committee, having been formed, failed to consider any of the contentions as well as documents while preparing its report. The NGT had, in turn, relied on the committee report.

“The scientific material and the analysis report on water and air pollution have not even been set out or considered. Thus, effectively the NGT assumed a non-existent jurisdiction but having done so, failed to exercise it by considering the facts and evidence while arriving at findings. There are no reasons but mere conclusions in the impugned order. It is unfortunate that the NGT has not bestowed adequate and serious consideration of the environmental pollution caused by the respondent’s [Vedanta] unit,” Tamil Nadu argued.

The State contended that Vedanta had not been complying with pollution norms, and the situation had severely deteriorated since 1996. “Far from taking precautionary steps, the unit has willfully flouted the norms and caused the present appalling situation where the groundwater contains TDS [total dissolved solids] more than 20 to 40 times the permissible limit,” it said.

Chandigarh, Feb 18 (AGENCIES): Asserting that the entire country was fed up with the senseless killings of Indian soldiers every day, Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Monday called for tough coercive action against Pakistan, which he suggested could be military, diplomatic or economic, or a combination of all three.

Advocating a strong stance in the wake of the Pulwama terror carnage, the Chief Minister said it was for the Centre to decide what form of action should be taken, but it was clear that some measures had to be taken urgently. “India wants it now,” he declared during a chat with some TV channels.

“No one is asking anyone to go to war, but these killing of soldiers is not a joke. Something has to be done. I am fed up, the country is fed up,” said a visibly-agitated Amarinder,

SC rejects PIL challenging interim Budget New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging the presentation of the interim Budget by the Modi government in the just concluded last session of the 16th Lok Sabha.

The bench of Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi and Justice Sanjiv Khanna dismissed the plea after the petitioner lawyer Manohar Lal Sharma argued that there was no provision in the Constitution of an outgoing Lok Sabha taking away the jurisdiction of the coming Lok Sabha.

Kolkata, Feb 18 (PTI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Monday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging him to initiate a high-level probe into financial impropriety and possible misappropriation of savings of common people due to the debt crisis in Infrastructure Leasing & Financial Services (IL&FS) Ltd. The crisis has put to peril “lakhs and lakhs of employees” of private and public sector enterprises who had put their hardearned money into the company, she said.

In her letter to Modi, Banerjee said the crisis in IL&FS calls into question the role of LIC and the SBI, along with that of major credit rating institutions of the country.

Both LIC and SBI are stakeholders in the infrastructure conglomerate.

Capt Amarinder Singh (File) adding that he was not asking for war but definitely wanted tit-for-tat action against Pakistan.

“Pakistan can’t hold India to ransom just because they are a nuclear nation, even we are nuclear,” pointed out the Chief Minister, observing that they had nuclear capability even during Kargil but were defeated by the Indian forces. In any case, Islamabad could never resort to use of nuke weapons, as international pressure would not allow that, he said, suggesting that New Delhi should call

New Delhi, Feb 18 (PTI): The Supreme Court Monday stayed the proceedings of a Chennai court relating to the 1996 Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA) case lodged against AMMK leader TV Dhinakaran.

A bench headed by Chief Justice issued notice to Dhinakaran and sought his reply on the petition filed by ED challenging the Madras High Court order of June 25, 2018.

The bench, also comprising Justice Sanjiv Khanna, was not in agreement with the Enforcement Directorate that the trial should continue during the pendency of the appeal before the apex court.

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The chief minister wrote, “These grave financial irregularities, which have continued unabated under the Union Government, have placed financial security of the people in even graver danger. Demonetisation and hasty and unplanned implementation of the GST took away livelihood of common people.

Now IL&FS’ financial debacle is taking away their savings.”

“I would, therefore,

Pakistan’s bluff against such threats.

It was for the Indian Prime Minister and Defence Minister to decide what action should be taken now, but it was clear that something needed to be done, said an emotional Capt Amarinder, adding that “there is time for talk but that is not now”.

At the moment, there was palpable anger across the country, which wanted some strong measures by the Indian government, he asserted.

The ex-Army man, whose first love has always been the Army, declared that, “If they (Pak-backed terrorists) kill our soldiers, we have to do something.”

Calling for a proactive role in destroying the safe havens of the terrorists, he said terror organisations within Jammu & Kashmir have to be dealt with. “We should get 82 of them since 41 of our men have been killed,

the Chief Minister asserted, demanding an ‘eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth’.

Lamenting that the Army had softened since those days when he had joined it 50 years ago, the Chief Minister said they should go after Jaish-eMohammad in Kashmir, instead of firing pellets and blinding youth. “Let’s win their hearts and minds with love,” he said, urging the Army not to look at Kashmiri youth as their enemies.

The message needs to go out to Pakistan – stop meddling in J&K and stop promoting terror; enough is enough, said the Chief Minister, adding that the Pak hand in Pulwama was clear.

It was evidently the Army that was calling the shots there, with Prime Minister Imran Khan also a plant of the military, he said.

If China and Muslim countries stop giving them doles, they (Pakistan) will

SC stays trial court proceedings against

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urge you to kindly initiate a high-level impartial and independent probe into the sordid affairs of financial impropriety and possible misappropriation of the life savings of the common people due to the IL&FS fiasco,” she said.

“Such a probe and its findings must lead to the punishment of those guilty of defrauding the people and will also ensure that hard-earned savings of our common people are not further jeopardised,” she added.

The crisis had surfaced in October last year when IL&FS defaulted on payments to lenders, triggering panic in the markets.

The IL&FS group of companies is estimated to have outstanding loans of about Rs 60,000 crore to banks and financial institutions, while the total debt is over Rs 91,000 crore.

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The high court had also dispensed with the appearance of Dhinakaran except when ordered by the trial court. The case

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Encroachment with religious garb

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his newspaper had been focussed on highlighting hurdles against development of air and train travel in Dimapur, the gateway of Nagaland since the past decades with the objective of educating the people so that the state government can intervene to improve the situation. As far as train services are involved, the fact is an established fact that Dimapur Railway Station nets the second highest revenue for the North Frontier Railway in the entire north east after Guwahati. Having said this about the neglect of Dimapur railway station; perhaps the other equally crucial point pertains to the problems faced by the NFR in Dimapur on the issue of land encroachment. Unless the land is freed of encroachment, it will not be possible to build passenger amenities and other facilities. It is a fact that the station has been deprived of its due share in terms of development of passenger amenities and better connectivity because of the problems created by encroachments and unauthorised constructions.

These have created hurdles leading to very negligible progress for development of adequate and commensurate facilities for passengers. This was evident by the series of reports carried out by Nagaland Post during the past decades. The strange sight in Dimapur railway station is the existence of at least ten mandirs by count which have come up on r railway land. The point is what has been the compelling reason to accord construction of mandirs as a priority instead of ensuring that railway lands are utilised purely for the purposes of providing services to the people? Besides the religious encroachers, there are also some professional ones who either set up rest houses over religious sites or make shift stalls, which are later sought to be legitimised on the specious plea of ‘right of occupation’ flaw in the law. According to railway sources, the local authorities have favoured the unauthorised settlements by issuing permits even if they cannot do so without clearance from the railways. It has been clearly stated by the Divisional Railway Manager (Lumding) that instead of playing its role as custodian of the law, the local administration instead, has been dragging its feet in conducting a joint eviction drive.

The railway authorities have alleged that a long drawn court battle pertaining to land encroachment has turned out to be a major bottleneck and halted railway authorities from widening platform number 2 at Dimapur Railway station and construction of a roof over it. Till today, after so many decades, the particular platform has no roof. Passengers entraining of detraining on this platform are subjected to the vicissitudes of weather. On the other hand, a particular religious structure that was constructed some 70 years ago and probably permitted by the railways purely for performing pujas, is slowly being expanded and over which an upper storey is coming up. The ongoing construction once completed, could be used as transit camp for those who belong to the same community. The state government has to take serious note of the alleged encroachment and also demand clear answers as to the questionable manner in which railway land was given for construction of religious places. Railways, like airlines and bus terminuses are for use of travelling public and where religion should not be extended exceptions.

DailyDevotion Taking the Initiative Against Despair Rise, let us be going. —Matthew 26:46 In the Garden of Gethsemane, the disciples went to sleep when they should have stayed awake, and once they realized what they had done it produced despair. The sense of having done something irreversible tends to make us despair. We say, “Well, it’s all over and ruined now; what’s the point in trying anymore.” If we think this kind of despair is an exception, we are mistaken. It is a very ordinary human experience. Whenever we realize we have not taken advantage of a magnificent opportunity, we are apt to sink into despair. But Jesus comes and lovingly says to us, in essence, “Sleep on now. That opportunity is lost forever and you can’t change that. But get up, and let’s go on to the next thing.” In other words, let the past sleep, but let it sleep in the sweet embrace of Christ, and let us go on into the invincible future with Him. There will be experiences like this in each of our lives. We will have times of despair caused by real events in our lives, and we will be unable to lift ourselves out of them. The disciples, in this instance, had done a downright unthinkable thing— they had gone to sleep instead of watching with Jesus. But our Lord came to them taking the spiritual initiative against their despair and said, in effect, “Get up, and do the next thing.” If we are inspired by God, what is the next thing? It is to trust Him absolutely and to pray on the basis of His redemption.

Never let the sense of past failure defeat your next step.

Quotes

A man who dares to waste one hour of life has not discovered the value of life. ~ Charles Darwin

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ndia was not always this cruel. Inspite of the culture of animal sacrifice and ritual hunts by tribals, it was, by and large, a peaceful country where people lived together with animals and respected their lives. All this has changed in the last 50 years. Now animals are either a nuisance, or a commodity, and hurting them is no longer something one thinks about. What can you say about a country whose government says, happily, that 52% of our exports are meat, fish and leather.

And close on their heels are eggs.

Till a few decades ago, most villages and communities has a gramadev: a god or goddess who looked after the area, had his/her own little temple and was regularly prayed to. Many of them represented, or looked after, animals and so did the villagers.

Bhramari is the goddess of bees and wasps who cling to her body. An avatar of Durga, She is mentioned in the Devi Bhagvata Purana. Her main temples are in Trisrota, Jalpaiguri and in Nashik.

Arunasura meditated for thousands of years to Brahma. For the first ten thousand years, he lived by ingesting only dry leaves; for the second, he lived by drinking only drops of water; and, for the third, he lived by inhaling air alone.

For the fourth ten thousand years, he did not consume anything. Light emitted from his body and began to burn the whole world.

Lord Brahma appeared and granted him his wish : protection from all twoor four-legged creatures.

Thinking himself invincible Arunasura assembled an army of asuras to vanquish the gods. Indra trembled with fear and went with the Gods to Brahma, Vishnu

and Shiva.

Arunasura took the moon, the sun and then attacked the abode of the gods, Mount Kailash. Shiva brought his army but was unable to defeat him.

He called out to Parvati, and the Shakti grew tall, wielding a mace, trident, long sword and shield, in her four hands. She closed her three eyes in concentration, summoning forth six legged creatures - bees, hornets, wasps, termites and spiders from the skies.

They emanated from her as Bhramari Devi and both destroyed the asuras. They attacked Arunasura and ripped open each part of his body.

Scorpions are worshipped from time immemorial: seals with Scorpion images are discovered in Indus Valley, heaven is called ‘scorpion world’ (puth Thel Ulaku) in Tamil. In Urvasi, or Peacock Island, in the Brahmaputra river in Guwahati, the Devi in the Umananda temple is represented by a scorpion.

In Kandakoor village in Yadgir, Karnataka the villagers celebrate Nagapanchami as Chelina Jatre (festival of the scorpion).

The villages worship the scorpion goddess Kondammai and play with live scorpions as well. Interestingly, there have been no cases of people being stung by these scorpions. People come from nearby districts, and the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, to be a part of this religious ceremony. Milk, coconut oil and sarees are offered to the Scorpion goddess.

Chelamma is a Scorpion Goddess of southern Karnataka. Followers believe that by praying at the Chelamma shrine a person will be guarded from scorpion bites. She is the goddess of the Ko-

All this has changed laramma temple in Kolar.

There is an ancient Hundi which is carved down into the ground and people have been putting coins into it for the last 1,000 years.

Gogaji, also known as Jahar Veer Gogga, Gugga Vir, Gugga Rana, is a folk warrior-hero deity venerated as a ‘snake-god’ worshipped in the villages of Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Har yana and Jammu.

According to legend, Goga was born with the blessings of Guru Gorakhnath and was called Goga ji because of his service to cows. It is believed that he lived in the 12th Century and his kingdom was called Bagad Dedga, near Ganganagar. He was a member of the Chauhan clan.

Goga protects his followers from snakes, poisons and other evils. Although a Hindu, he has many Muslim devotees. His shrine is a one-room building with a minaret on each corner and a grave inside, marked by a bamboo stick with peacock plumes, a coconut, some coloured threads and a blue flag on the top.

His symbol, a black snake, is painted on a wall.

Fairs are held at Gogamedi in Hanumangarh, Rajasthan. It is a common sight to see people with snakes lying around their necks.

According to a folklore in and around his birthplace, Dadrewa, it is believed that if someone picks up even a stick from Johra (a barren land which has a sacred

pond in Dadrewa), it turns into a snake.

In the Punjab region Guggaji is worshiped in shrines known as marris.

The shrines can range from ant holes to structures that resemble a Sikh Gurdwara, or a Mosque. People bring food offerings and also leave them in places where snakes reside.

Nagnachiya Ma, the snake goddess, is the kuldevi of the Rathore Rajput clan. Her upper half is a woman and her lower half is a snake. Her main temple is in village Nagana near Jodhpur. She was originally established by Rao Dhuhad under a Neem tree, which makes that tree also holy for the Rathores.

She is also worshipped in Khakharechi in Gujarat, where the Rathores built a lake. In all villages where Rathores live they have a shrine of Nagnachiya Mata.

Manasa Devi, the folk goddess of snakes, is worshipped, mainly in Bengal and north-eastern India, for the prevention and cure of snakebite, smallpox and chicken pox, and for fertility and prosperity. She is also known as Vishahara (the destroyer of poison), Nitya (eternal) and Padmavati.

Originally a tribal goddess, Manasa was accepted in the Hindu pantheon by the 14th century. Manasa is depicted as a woman covered with snakes, sitting on a lotus or a snake. Her canopy is the hoods of seven cobras. Sometimes, she

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is depicted with a child on her lap. She is often called “the one-eyed goddess” and, among the Hajong tribe of northeastern India, she is called Kani Diya (Blind Goddess) The Puranas are the first scriptures to speak about her birth. Once, when serpents and reptiles had created chaos on the Earth, Kashyapa created the goddess Manasa from his mind (mana). Brahma made her the presiding deity of snakes and reptiles.

In other myths she is the daughter of sage Kashyapa and Kadru, the mother of all Nagas. Myths glorified her by describing that she saved Shiva after he drank the poison, and venerated her as the “remover of poison”.

Generally, Manasa is worshipped without an image. A branch of a tree, an earthen pot, or an earthen snake image is worshiped as the goddess. In North Bengal her shrine is found in the courtyard of almost every agrarian household.

Manasa is also worshipped in Assam, and a kind of Oja-Pali (musical folk theatre) is dedicated to her. Manasa is ceremonially worshiped on Nag Panchami - a festival of snake worship in the Hindu month of Shravan (July–August). Bengali women observe a fast on this day and offer milk at snake holes. In South India people worship her at the Manasa Devi Temple in Mukkamala, West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh.

Bagalamukhi is a crane-headed goddess in Hindu legend, Bagala controls black magic, poisons and disguised forms of death. She rules over the perception which make us feel, at a distance, the death or misery of those we know. She incites men to torture one another.

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Consider ground realities as a progressive society

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s a prog ressive society, we are to consider ground realities after looking around us and The Government of the day should take sound policy decisions in order that our society can have a better future. While most the world including our Northeast States are making real progress, we seem to be going backwards. We need to retrospect and also introspect and realistically plan for the future. Over the past few decades, the living conditions in our state have deteriorated on all fronts. Perhaps there is a need to look at various aspects-human resource, infrastructure, social harmony and especially the economy.

The first question that comes to mind is “what is being done for the younger generation” Beside problems of proxy and irregularities of teachers are we able to give a proper syllabus for the students.

The condition of buildings is pathetic. Is this due to bad planning and lack of resources? Perhaps it is both.

Infrastructure: Its 56 years since statehood and if we look at the overall scenario of infrastructure particularly Government buildings. Roads or any other infrastructure or Industries, we have nothing to be proud of. Yes some buildings like the Secretariat, PHQ and some of the Directorate buildings have come up well but most of the Government buildings are in shambles.

Road are not fit to be called good by any standard. In fact even within Northeast region we have the worst roads. All state undertakings or joint venture are closed-name a few-Sugar mill, Fruit and vegetable processing units and many

more with the result that today there is not even a single functioning Industry anywhere in the state. In line with the Act East Policy, There was a proposal of the State BJP during the visit of Shri Nitin Gadkari, union Minister MORTH, Government of India to Nagaland in November 2015, two important roads were approved in Principle and had appeared in the Local dailies 1. NH connecting Dimapur to Pangsha via Zunheboto 2. Trans Eastern highway Connecting all ITCs in the eastern Nagaland LongwaPangsha-Avangkhu. it has been 4 years since the approval- one wonders what has happened ? Can we call this progress?

Social Harmony: Tribalism has reared its ugly head in our society and is pushing the society towards an abyss. Coupled with this is proliferation of NG0s, Civil Societies having similar agendas but the constituents not seeing eye to eye and what about the unions and syndicates with vested interests not even sparing the churches.

Factionalism amongst the national workers has become so rampant and the society is confused.

Our own people are confused then what about the others who view Nagas as one community from outside. In fact we seem to be even confused with History- The centenary celebration of 100 years Fortunately the CAB (Citizenship Amendment Bill) could not be passed by the Rajya Sabha and has not become a law-but even this had its share of controversy. Can we say that we are clear about our History or the vision for the future.

E c o no my a nd r e sources: The economy

of the State is in absolute shambles. There is almost total dependence on Government funding as we produce almost nothing except Agriculture production that too in traditional way and which remains at subsistence level. Over the decades the resource base has not widened and Co top it post 1989 the pattern of funding as implemented

by Government of india in line with 16 point agreement in line with Rangarajan Committee report has adversely affected the devolution of funds to Nagaland in particular and an special category states in the country in general.

In other words the nonplan gap (Deficit) is no longer covered and thereafter the State Government has to cover the deficit year after year which results in affecting development works. It has been a vicious cycle leaving the state in a dizzy state of affairs. It is welcome to hear about the 100% funding for some of CSS (centrally sponsored schemes), this will however give relief to the projects undertaken under a scheme but does not really improve conditions as far as core financing.

What is the way forward? With all humility I may present a few suggestions: 1. Increase state’s own resources by taking certain bold decisions like lift prohibition which could bring in revenues to the extend 500 crores per annum and also generate substantial employment. It could be done in phase manner.

First lift it for the state police force (which is even provided for in the police manual) and also for people with prescriptions from doctors. Declare beer as a beverage for the purpose of tourism. Allow bonds

to operate within the state.

Then gradually open up in district headquarters and other habitations as per the demand of the people.

Quality of liquor sold must be stringently checked as spurious liquor has already taken too many precious lives – “Better late than never.”

2. Start exploration and production of petroleum and gas in all districts having reserves if required in a phased manner as some districts have case pending in the court. The amount of revenue cannot be quantified but will be much higher than even lifting of prohibition. It must be remembered that “Liquid seeks its own level” and Assam has been producing for so many years and as bordering states, the reserves could be the same and it cannot be preserved just because of the state boundary which is actually on paper. Link this fund to maintenance of infrastructure particularly roads, hospitals and schools. Let society understand who directly benefits from scientific usage of our own God given resource.

Perhaps the state government has to take hard decisions and initiate necessary action in order that we can keep pace with the rest of the country and the world and become more self reliant. This would of course require the full co-operation of the people which includes the land owners and other stakeholders. “Heaven helps those who help themselves” – can we not move towards prosperity with unity of purpose?

(The views expressed are purely personal and does not represent any organization.)

H. K. Khulu, IAS (Retd), Former Addl Chief Secretary

She revels in suffering.

She wears yellow and her left hand carries torture instruments, while the right hand holds the tongues of adversaries. Her hair hang freely about her back and shoulders, and her tiara is sealed with a crescent moon, two small golden cranes, while a large white crane with outspread wings rests upon the crown of her head.

Her legend relates how an asura named Madan, ‘The Seducer’, once gained the boon of omniscient speech, whereby everything he said came to pass.

Intoxicated with this power Madan began to use it to defeat all his opponents.

The gods petitioned Bagalamukhi. Seizing Madan by his tongue she paralysed his power of speech. She is often evoked to win lawsuits, to gain power, to render opponents speechless, to block or paralyse enemies, and to increase eloquence, memory, and knowledge.

The main temple of Bagalamukhi is located in the Newar city of Patan, in the Kangra Valley, and in Datiya in Madhya Pradesh.

Airy, whose eyes are on his head, is the gramdeva of Kumaon and the protector of animals. His two attendants, Sau and Bhau, ride on dogs. His main temple is Byandhura, Champavat.

Chaumu is worshipped as the protector of animals in the Jhulaghat-Pancheshwar region. Bells and milk are offered. His main temples are in Chaupakhia in Pithoragar, and Chamdeval in Champavat.

There are hundreds more. If you know of any do send the details to me.

To join the animal welfare movement contact gandhim@nic.in, www.peopleforanimalsindia.org

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oming across the latest turn of events in Naga national politics at this juncture, I am morally compelled to express my feelings in all fairness.

When I came across the news article on the 15th of Feb 2019, “Trouble, NNC President removed from power” I instantly understood that what was foreseen and expected had happened. The unconstitutional action by the Kedahge, FGN, Brig. (Retd) S. Singnya was only because of the reason for my refusal to join or support the NNPGs but personally I am not worried at all. It is their unquestionable personal discretion to support or withdraw their support to my leadership because it is a matter of principle. But under any circumstance, why should and how can I compromise the national principle.

However, there is an element of sadness. I personally know well Brig.

(Retd) S. Singnya. He is a dedicated and righteous

man but unfortunately he cannot read and write well. Because of this disadvantage, some people had been using him as a Rubber stamp but sadly he is blind to this reality.

I am really sorry for him and at the same time sad because some educated youth of today have lost the universal love and respect to the elders. Also I am sad because belying my expectation that my friend Mr. Senka Ao can be a trusted national worker, he proved to be a defector and a betrayer.

As for me I have to declare that my tenure of office is not yet completed and except in the event of breach of the constitution or committing any offence against our Nation which require my removal from office, I shall not step down from office but continue to uphold our national principle, “SOVEREIGNTY”.

KUKNALIM. Gen. (Retd) Thinoselie M Keyho, President, Naga National Council, Nagaland

Reader’s Post

The Nagas in Delhi talk

Sir,

The first political talk between the Government of India and the Federal Government of Nagaland took place in 1964. The talk came to a deadlock and could not have a breakthrough and ended in a fiasco. After 32 years, the current talk between the GoI and the NSCN (I-M), was started which has been in continuation without logical conclusion till today in 22 years. After around 20 years of the talk between the GoI and the NSCN(I-M) the 6 Naga Political Groups took their decision to join the talk which is in response to the appeal of the Naga public especially the Nagaland G.B Federation for inclusiveness. The gesture of unity was appreciated by the general public. The Naga National Workers in Delhi being the same people having the same cause and the same goal are to be at the same table of talk and contrary to this will be a confusion to the public.

Rev.L.Suohie Mhasi, (rev.suohie_mhasi@yahoo.com)

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.

national/State

Kashmiris return home after threats

PDP members in Srinagar protest against the harassment of Kashmiris. (File)

She said there were nearly 600 Kashmiri students in Ambala district, of whom 350-400 were enrolled in a private university in Mullana.

“We reached out to the students and assured them about their security.

We also spoke to their parents and assured them.

Both the students (identified in the video) and their parents are satisfied with the steps we have taken,” she said.

Officials said the security around other educational institutes in Haryana, including in Panchkula district, where a large number of Kashmiri students are enrolled, has been stepped up.

Minor bureaucratic rejig (From p-1) Relise Sangtam (NCS), SDO(C) Mon is transferred as SDO (C), Zunheboto. Atsungba Walling (NCS), SDO(C) Mangkolemba is transferred as SDO (C), Manyakshu. Nyempo Wallim (NCS), SDO(C) Dimapur is transferred as SDO(C), Wokha. Vekusheyi Rhakho (NCS), under secy. G&M is transferred as SDO (C), Seyochung. Vejoyo Swuro (NCS), SDO (C) Seyochung is transferred as SDO(C), Peren. Vineikho Tetso (NCS), EAC Kohima is transferred as EAC, Mokokchung.

R Daniel Angami (NCS) EAC Kohima is transferred as EAC Namsang. Dziesengunuo Mere (NCS), EAC Kohima is transferred as EAC, Sungro. Avonuo Kire (NCS), EAC Kohima is as EAC

Dimapur. Seyiekhrietuo Solo (NCS), EAC Kezocha is transferred as EAC Aitepyong. Temsuchuba Jamir (NCS), EAC Mokokchung is transferred as EAC Champang.

Limakumla Pongener (NCS), EAC Mokokchung is transferred as EAC Akuluto. Pukha Lam (NCS), EAC Tuensang is transferred as EAC Lephoy.

Sakuchingmak (NCS), EAC Tuensang is transferred as EAC Satakha.

Kihomong Yimchunger (NCS), EAC Sotokur is transferred as EAC Wokha.

Luchui Fithu (NCS), EAC Phek is transferred as EAC Pughuboto.

Nuhuta Tunyi (NCS), EAC Pughuboto is transferred as EAC Ghatashi.

Tumben Tsanglao (NCS) , EAC Wokha is transferred as EAC Chingmei.

Arhomo Yanthan (NCS), EAC Wokha is transferred

as EAC Yongya. T Sulanthung (NCS), EAC Bhandari is transferred as EAC Tening with EAC Nsong additional charge. James Renbi Kikon (NCS), EAC Sanis is transferred as EAC Zunheboto. Echungbemo Erui (NCS), EAC Englan is transferred as EAC Aghunato. Bendang Longkumer (NCS), EAC Dimapur is transferred as EAC Peren.

Ku p e u s i n g M e r u (NCS), EAC Chare is transferred as EAC Kubulong. Nockpai Konyak (NCS), EAC Satakha is transferred as EAC Chare.

L Mongo Khiamniungan (NCS), EAC Zunheboto is transferred as EAC Kezocha. Imliakum Sanglir (NCS), EAC Chukitong is transferred as EAC Phek.

Abeinuo Jasmin Ashao (NCS), EAC Chukitong is transferred as EAC Sakraba vice Kelengunuo Solo relieved.

Mehbooba, Omar urge Centre to ensure safety

In a joint appeal, People’s Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti and National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah on Monday expressed dismay over the attacks on Kashmiris across the country and urged the Centre to ensure their safety and security. The joint press conference comes in the wake of the deadly terror attack on CRPF convoy in Pulwama which killed 40 jawans last week.

The two former chief ministers underscored the need to maintain communal harmony across the country.

(From p-1) A t h awa l e i s a l s o scheduled to formally launch the Nagaland unit of Republican Party of India (RPI) in Dimapur on Tuesday and it will be headed by M. Aye as the State president. He, however, said that RPI would not field any candidate In Nagaland and committed to support BJP or NDPP, whichever contested. But, he said the party would contest the next State Assembly election and claimed that many people were currently joining his party.

The minister informed the media that his party’s demand for 10% reservation for economically weaker section in general category was approved by Parliament, under which 10% seats would be reserved for economically weaker section in general

India, the security, strategic, scientific or economic interests of the State, relation with foreign State or lead to incitement of an offence.

During the hearing, nearly 15 months after the RTI application was filed, the RBI’s representative accepted that the information “prima facie was wrongly denied”.

He further explained that considering the requests of the citizens after the instant RTI application was filed by the appellant and several rulings of the courts as well as this com-

mission, they are ready and willing to provide the minutes of the meetings, Chandra noted.

“The commission takes a serious view of the perfunctory handling of RTI application and absence of CPIO, during hearing and he is advised to attend the next date of hearing to explain as to why penalty should not be imposed on him,” Chandra said.

He also said the CPIO should submit his written submissions and arguments before the next date of hearing.

Shiv Sena targets Modi over Pulwama terror attack

Mumbai, Feb 18 (PTI): In a veiled attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Shiv Sena on Monday said no political “wave” had ever solved the Kashmir issue or stopped the killing of soldiers. The Sena, an ally of the rul-

category.

The minister assured to support the PDA government where BJP was a partner for development of the State and also committed to work for the pending schemes under the Union social welfare ministry.

To queries on Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, Athawale said “We take into consideration the sentiment of the people” and added that RPI supported the Bill when it was passed in Parliament. He, however, said his party would try to see if any change could be made in the law’s implementation for the North-eastern States.

But, interestingly, he contradicted his own statement later when he remarked that the Government of India must re-consider its stand on the Bill to respect sentiments of the people in the North East.

DI M A P UR , F EB 1 8 (NPN): Dimapur District GBs’ Association (DDGBA) has appointed Kikhevi Yepthomi and Zepto Rengma as the new vicepresident and treasurer respectively with effect from February 16. The duo was unanimously selected during a meeting of the association held at Tourist Lodge on February 1.

According to a press release, as the association has its own constitution, all gaon burahs (GBs) agreed to abide by it and, as there was no provision for election, they asserted that there could not be any election observer.

DDGBA said as P Dohoi Swu expressed his Inability to continue as treasurer on health ground, the House considered his case in good spirit and proposed Zepto Rengma as his replacement, which the members agreed and unanimously decided to make him the new treasurer.

FELICITATION

With immense pride and honour we the Lozaphuhu Village Council and the Lozaphuhu Students’ Union would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Kelvin Khamo, S/o Mr. Vetshuzo Khamo for securing the post of Horticulture Extension Assistant (Cl-III) under Horticulture Department in the recently declared Departmental Examination.

We further pray to Almighty God to grant him sound health, wisdom and success in his future endeavours.

(KEVEDUYI RHAKHO) (NESHEKHO RHAKHO) Village Council Chairman President, LSU

ing Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the Centre and in Maharashtra, said it was time to “attack” Pakistan to seek revenge for the killing of soldiers, adding that the prime minister’s assurance of taking the perpetrators of the Pulwama terror

strike to task should reflect in his actions.

It was not the time to launch a “surgical strike” against political opponents, the Uddhav Thackerayled party remarked in an editorial in its mouthpiece, “Saamana”.

Likewise, after a thorough discussion on the issue of appointing another vice-president, the House ag reed to select from among the members present at the meeting. At this, one GB proposed the name Kikhevi Yepthomi, which was seconded by another member. The House agreed to this and unanimously selected Kikhevi Yepthomi as the vice-president.

The meeting further resolved to collect membership fee tribe wise through tribe GB unions.

D D G BA a l s o ex pressed gratitude to GB unions of Ao, Lotha, Angami and others for generously contributing some amount for functioning of

the new office-bearers lead

by Longer Jamir.

Meanwhile, the association termed the write-up by GB Isawoto Jimomi as misleading as GB Trithrongse, who was Sangtam customary law court convener, had attended the meeting on February 17 and issued a clarification that was published without their consent.

After discussing the issue, the meeting came to the conclusion that Isawoto Jimomi was not willing to follow the DDGBA constitution. The House, therefore, resolved to drop him. This was stated in a press release by DDGBA president Longer Jamir and secretary Atso Angami.

NAGALAND MULTISPECIALITY HEALTH & RESEARCH CENTRE MIDLAND, DIMAPUR URGENTLY REQUIRED

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DIMAPUR NKONJAN NGULLIE EKHÜNG NTSIJANTA

Nzyu ochumi ete nzontsu sanrhyu ji Feb. 23rd 2019 (Saturday) lo tsungchaki mongtala. Hochi tsukona otssuk oso n-mhon cho tuv yaki jo ochina ha tsungon shi n-khyae nsitana mmyanta oro khumshumtale to tanjunga ntsijantala.

Meta : Tourist Lodge Dimapur.

Yuta : 09:00 AM. SD/Lhinsung Okho DNNE Dimapur.

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LOTHA HOHO DIMAPUR THYUTASANTA NTSITA YILAN.

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be legal tender.

They were replaced by new Rs 2,000 and Rs 500 notes. Several restrictions were also placed on the withdrawal of currency notes from banks during demonetisation.

The petitioner told Information Commissioner Suresh Chandra that the information is not exempted under section 8 (1) (a) of the RTI Act as claimed by the CPIO. The section exempts from disclosure the information which would prejudicially affect the sovereignty and integrity of

HIV community have faced immense hardship leading to mental trauma.

IGAR (N) Major General Pradeep Nair also addressed the gathering.

The inaugural programme was compèred by Theyiesinuo Keditsu, parade by Assam Rifles, NCC, Bharat Scout And Guides, AIDS control societies from eight north east states and 16 tribes of Nagaland, anthem of 1st NE Multimedia Campaign was presented by Alobo Naga, invocation prayer was given by Nagaland state chaplain Rev. Kuzierang Thou, welcome address was delivered by principal director H&FW Dr. Vikeyie Losu, special songs were presented by Tetseo Sisters and Nise Meruno, while vote of thanks was proposed

by NSACS project director Dr. Ngangshimeren.

Programme was attended by thousands of students from 60 schools and 20 colleges from in and around Kohima, representatives from eight Northeast states and others.

No corruption in DDGBA gets new vice-president, treasurer Rafale deal: Athawale

CIC pulls up RBI for non-disclosure of note ban records

New Delhi, Feb 18 (PTI): The Central Information Commission has pulled up the Reserve Bank of India for “perfunctory handling” of an RTI application seeking records of its board meetings where the issue of demonetisation was deliberated, and issued a show-cause notice to its Central Public Information Officer.

Activist Venkatesh Nayak had sought records of all meetings of the RBI Central Board of Directors along with the papers, presentations or other documents placed before it, which led to the decision of demonetisation announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 8, 2016.

Not getting any information from the RBI, which cited an exemption clause to deny the records, Nayak approached the commission, the highest adjudicating body in matters pertaining to the Right to Information (RTI) Act. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced on November 8, 2016 that Rs 1,000 and Rs 500 notes, which constituted about 86 per cent of total currency in circulation then, would cease to

combating HIV & AIDS needed a matra of practice safe and responsible behaviour. He also expressed concern over stigma and discrimination against the persons living with HIV. President network of Naga people living with HIV, Lanu Aier, in his address, said though Nagaland was the third highest HIV prevalence in the country yet unable to break down stereotypes, stigma and discrimination, which he said was the greatest barrier in accessing people to treatment. He said the youth should play a pivotal role in combating HIV&AIDS by equipping themselves with information on HIV&AIDS. He also urged the youth to be ambassadors to reach out to unreached section of people, peers, friends and family members.

Aier urged NACO to ensure smooth flow of supply chain and stock management of ART, taking note on previous issue on stock out and frequent breakdown of CD4 machine where PL-

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talking informally to reporters in Mohali, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Sing made it clear that all Kashmiri students will be given full protection by his government.

No one will be harassed, he stressed.

Meanwhile, the Haryana Police have registered an FIR after a video on social media showed some people asking Kashmiri students to vacate their accommodations in Mullana. “Another video has surfaced in which two students were threatened to vacate their private accommodation,” Ambala Superintendent of Police Astha Modi said on Monday.

Chennai, Feb 18 (PTI): Actor-politician Kamal Haasan has accused the DMK of “copying,” his rural connect initiative, prompting the main opposition to retort that he had no chance of being aware of such meetings held by late M Karunanidhi as he would have been dancing “duet with some heroine.”

DMK mouthpiece “Murasoli,” Monday said after learning that there are no takers for his party launched in the dream of becoming the Chief Minister,”Kamal Haasan has started to bemoan his frustration.”

The DMK mouthpiece Monday said during its rule, former party president and chief minister late M Karunanidhi had held such gram sabha meetings besides tasking ministers in his Cabinet to do so.

“The meeting that he (Karunanidhi) held was at Vinnamangalam village, part of the then North Arcot District. There is no chance for Haasan to know such things. During that period, he would have danced duet with some heroine.” Haasan should first learn “DMK’s history,” the party organ said, adding there is not “a village or hamlet,” in the State where its leaders had not set their foot.

(From p-1) In his address as one of the special guests, NACO deputy director general Dr. Naresh Goel said it was a proud moment for the NACO collaborating with the first Northeast multi media campaign. He said the message to fight against HIV&AIDS should spread all over the country and practice safe and responsible behaviour today and in future. He encouraged spreading the awareness message of prevention and removal of the stigma and discrimination against the affected people. He expressed gratitude to concern department and civil societies for working hard and awareness campaign to make India free from HIV&AIDS by 2030.

On the occasion, the minister also called upon the young people in the state to remain safe, avail HIV test and go for treatment if found HIV positive.

In his opening remark, principal secretary H&FW and NSACS chairman, I Himato Zhimomi, said that

Lotha Hoho Dimapur Lishup Esaeden thyuta tsungon 10th February, 2019 methak No-02 ephani-na, Ekyievon Etsikho (Executive), Lishup Esaeden elani Lotha Hoho Dimapur esachungi Okho/Oyan/Yangro soyingi elio jiang lo Khokthepvi/ Eranpvui thyutasanta tsukona tsungon 23-02-2019, mmyu (2:00 PM) ekhoe Hoho-Ki Dimapur jilona khitav.

Lotha nzontsu ochiovung vanlanyilan mmhonka osi tsukaranka tsukona Esopvui topvu na nchumta vantasi khachoe nsita-na thyutasanta jilo mmyanta thetale to jongia ntssijantala.

LHD Lishup Esaeden, Ekyievon Etsikho elani yangro/soying Esopvuiden to Potsow nzyu 2019 lo thyutasanta ovungo to khitav hoji tsukona Esopvui topvuna tsungon mekai elio jilo ete cheka Lotha Piposumo/mpensu hansi rotale to LHD Esaeden yakchia tanginga ntsijantala.

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Chandigarh, Feb 18 (PTI): More than 300 Kashmiri students have reached Mohali from Uttarakhand and Haryana on their way to their homes, a student body arranging their stay in the Punjab town said on Monday, amid reports of harassment of students from the Valley in Dehradun after the Pulwama terrorist attack.

Some Kashmiri youths studying in the Uttarakhand capital have alleged they were harassed and asked by their landlords to vacate accommodations fearing attacks on their properties after the terrorist strike in Pulwama on Thursday that left 40 CRPF personnel dead.

Over the past two days, nearly 280 students have arrived from Dehradun and up to 30 from Haryana’s Ambala district, said Jammu and Kashmir Students Organisation president Khwaja Itrat.

He said nearly 150 of the total students have moved towards Jammu, from where they will head to their homes in the Kashmir Valley. One student has alleged that unknown people attacked him on Saturday night when he was returning to the university hostel in Mullana in Ambala district. On Sunday,

DMK takes potshots at Haasan over row

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2019

ST. JOHN COLLEGE, DIMAPUR INFORMATION FOR REPEATERS

Repeaters and backlog students of 2nd, 4th and 6th Semester of BA & B.Sc. are hereby informed to fill up the examination forms between 21st to 23rd February 2019, for the forth coming End Semester Examination 2019 which shall be conducted in month of April 2019.

Documents required are: Photo copy of HSLC Admit Card, Degree Card and Mark Sheet (In original) of last examination with exam fee during office hour (9:00 am - 12:00 Noon) Note: No one will be entertained after the expiry of the last date of filling form.

College website: www.stjohncollege.in Principal DP-1415

PRANABANANDA WOMEN'S COLLEGE DIMAPUR, NAGALAND

NOTICE All the Repeater students of BA/B.Com 2nd, 4th & 6th semester are hereby informed to fill-up their Backlog forms positively between 20th and 28th February 2019. No forms will be accepted after the aforestated date.

Documents required are : Original Marksheet and Admit Card Fee(s) : ` 200 x No. of Papers, ` 150 for Admit Card/Marksheet, ` 300 for Center fee and ` 300 as Degree Pass Certificate fee (s) for 6th Semester only.

For details contact college office during working hours (03862-244551) DP-1377

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business

Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2019

to pay Rs 28,000 cr as Rupee loses 11 paise to end at 71.34 RBI to discuss transmission RBI interim dividend to govt of rate cuts with banks

KAKURO

dipped 0.22 per cent to 96.69.

Domestic equity benchmarks wilted under selling pressure for the eight straight session Monday as risk appetite remained subdued amid sustained foreign fund outflows and geo-political concerns.

The 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled 310.51 points, or 0.87 per cent to finish at 35,498.44, while the broader NSE Nifty fell 83.45 points, or 0.78 per cent, to 10,640.95.

No. 2787 Yesterday’s solution No. 2786

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(7) 17 Cake supplied for opening a university? (6) 19 Monsters consequently turning on head of security (5) 21 Foreign currency some purchased in Arabia (5) 22 Run-down spot on outskirts of Dodge City (5)

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scam, as it was unimaginable that such a big fraud could take place at one bank,” said Asutosh Mishra, head of research of institutional equity at Ashika Stock Broking Ltd.

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ter following the scam’s discovery was also a massive $1.90 billion - the biggest ever for an Indian lender.

Market participants believe fiscal 2020 will likely be good for other lenders as well. “It’s going to be a good period for corporate lenders on the whole in FY20 as credit growth has picked up and asset quality-related problems are largely behind us,” said Alpesh Mehta, an analyst with Mumbai-based brokerage Motilal Oswal Securities.

In FY20, State Bank of India, the country’s largest lender by assets, and smaller peer Bank of Baroda are expected to report their best annual profits since at least 1998. PNB’s shares

to help shore up capital and revive loan growth. Some analysts, though, are cautious about PNB’s prospects.“The major concern is how has PNB changed their systems and processes following the

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FY20 promises to be a much cleaner and better year for them,” said Abhinesh Vijayaraj, vice president equity research for Spark Capital Advisors (India).

PNB’s loan growth is estimated to be 8.33 percent for fiscal 2020, its highest in 4 years, as per the mean of analysts’ estimates from Refinitiv. Its total assets are projected to grow at the highest rate in three years.

The lender said in February 2018 two jewellery groups used fake bank guarantees issued by rogue staff to raise credit overseas, triggering a plunge in its stock and driving it to three straight quarterly losses due to fraud-related provisions.

PNB’s loss for the quar-

have fallen about 56 percent since mid-Feb last year. That plunge makes its shares undervalued compared to their valuation in previous years. It currently trades at a 12-month forward price to earnings ratio (PE) of 9.29 in comparison with the last five years’ average of 15.7 and last two years’ average of 31.9.

Analysts too feel the stock is currently undervalued after multiple infusions of capital by the Indian government. Since Jan. 2018, the government has infused close to $2 billion into PNB

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merger of the three banks to create the country’s thirdlargest lender after SBI and ICICI Bank.

The amalgamation, the first-ever three-way consolidation of banks in India, would be effective from April 1, 2019. After the merger, the number of public sector banks will come down to 18.

In September 2018, the Alternative Mechanism, headed by Jaitley, gave inprinciple approval for the merger of the three banks to create a global-sized lender.

New Delhi, Feb 18 (Agencies): One year after being hit by a $2 billion scam, Punjab National Bank (PNB) is set to return to annual profits and strong loan growth in fiscal 2020 even as investigations continue into the country’s biggest banking fraud.

State-run PNB has already surprised markets with an earlier-than-expected profit for the quarter ended Dec. 31 as it completed setting aside funds to cover for the scam and its bad loan levels eased. While the lender is still likely to post a loss of 59.84 billion rupees ($837.16 million) for this fiscal year ending March 31, analysts expect PNB to return to a full-year profit in the next fiscal, according to Refinitiv data.

The bank is expected to clock a net profit of 22.66 billion rupees for the year ending March 2020, which would be its highest annual profit in five years.

“The way the bank is shaping up, it is quite clear

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New Delhi, Feb 18 (PTI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Monday said India needs fewer and mega banks to achieve economies of scale in the sector.

After the amalgamation of five associates and Bharatiya Mahila Bank with SBI in 2017, the government earlier this year approved the merger of Dena Bank and Vijaya Bank with Bank of Baroda.

“With the experience in the past really has been of SBI merger, now it is second one which is taking place,” Jaitley said after the customary post-budget address to the RBI board.

“India needs fewer and mega banks which are strong because in every sense, from borrowing rates to optimum utilisation, the economies of scale as far as banking sector is concerned are of great help,” he said.

The Union Cabinet last month approved the

o u t f l ow s remained cause of concern for rupee.

“Oil prices t o d a y touched the highest levels since November 2018.

Crude oil has surged more than 20 per cent this year as Saudi Arabia and Russia pledged to expand their output cuts and on concern that US sanctions against Venezuela and Iran will exacerbate a tightening of supply,” said V K Sharma, Head PCG and Capital Markets Strategy, HDFC Securities.

Brent crude futures, the global oil benchmark, was trading 0.15 per cent higher at USD 66.36 per barrel.

T h e d o l l a r i n d ex , which gauges the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies,

PNB on road for annual profit in next financial year

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Last week, RBI warned Yes Bank of regulatory action for disclosure of nil divergence report in violation of norms.

Yes Bank in a press release earlier last week had said the RBI has not found any divergence in the asset classification and provisioning done by the lender during 2017-18.

In a regulatory filing Friday, Yes Bank said it has received a letter from the RBI which noted that the Risk Assessment Report (RAR) was marked ‘confidential’ and it was expected that no part of the report be divulged except for the information in the form and manner of disclosure prescribed by regulations.

On credit offtake, Das said some growth is visible.

“The aggregate flow of finance and credit to commercial sector has shown some improvement but it is not broad based. It is not flowing in various sectors the way it should be,” he said.

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turing scheme, Das said RBI recently announced a package for units having outstanding loans of up to Rs 25 crore.

“All those cases are covered under the restructuring scheme. So now the ball lies in the court of the banks to restructure loans of eligible MSMEs,” he said.

Asked about regulatory action against some private sector lenders, the Governor said the Kotak Mahindra Bank case regarding dilution of promoter stake is pending in court.

“So, it would not be correct on my part to comment on that matter because it is sub-judice. With regard to Yes Bank, it’s the issue between the regulator and regulated entity.

“Having said that, I would like to also say that the effort of the RBI is to constructively engage with all the regulated entities including the banks to ensure the compliance of various regulatory requirements,” he said.

2018,” the central bank said in a statement.

RBI had given Rs 30,663 crore as dividend to the government in 201718.

In his address to the Board, Jaitley outlined various reforms and policy measures taken by the government over the last four years and the effects thereof. The central bank transfers its surplus amount to the government, under Section 47 of the RBI Act, 1934.

Section 47 of the Act says:”After making provision for bad and doubtful debts, depreciation in assets, contribution to staff and superannuation fund and for all matters for which provision is to be made by or under the Act or which are usually provided by bankers, the balance of the profits shall be paid to the central government.”

As per the Budget document, the government expects Rs 82,911.56 crore as dividend/ surplus of RBI, nationalised banks and financial institutions during 2019-20.

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New Delhi, Feb 18 (PTI): Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das Monday said he will meet heads of public and private sector banks this week to discuss transmission of interest rate cuts to borrowers.

Speaking to reporters after Finance Minister Arun Jaitley addressed the board of the central bank here, he said transmission of monetary policy decisions is important.

“Transmission of rates is very important especially after central bank announces a rate cut. It’s already stated in our post MPC conference.

I am having an interaction with CEOs and MDs of banks, both public and private sector, on February 21,” Das said.

Earlier this month, the Reserve Bank cut the benchmark interest rate by 0.25 per cent to 6.25 per cent.

However, only a handful of banks, including SBI, have reduced their rates, that too by just 0.05 per cent.

On the MSME restruc-

New Delhi, Feb 18 (PTI): The Reserve Bank will pay an interim dividend of Rs 28,000 crore to the government, a move that will help the Centre keep fiscal deficit in check.

The announcement on Monday came after the bank’s Central Board meeting, which was addressed

by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.

This is the second successive year when the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will be transferring an interim surplus.

This is in addition to Rs 50,000 crore surplus transfer announced by RBI in August 2018 for 201718 (RBI follows July-June financial year). Of this, Rs 10,000 crore was given as interim dividend to the government on March 27, 2018.

“Based on a limited audit review and after applying the extant economic capital framework, the Board decided to transfer an interim surplus of Rs 280 billion to the central government for the halfyear ended December 31,

Mumbai, Feb 18 (PTI): The rupee weakened by 11 paise to end 71.34 against the US dollar Monday amid firming crude oil prices and persistent foreign fund outflows.

Heavy selling in domestic equity markets also weighed on the rupee, forex traders said.

This is the four th straight session of loss for the domestic currency, during which it has depreciated by 64 paise.

At the Interbank Foreign Exchange (forex) market, the domestic unit opened weak at 71.35 and declined further to 71.52.

However, it covered some lost ground and finally ended at 71.34, down by 11 paise against its previous close. The rupee had dropped 7 paise against the greenback Friday at 71.23.

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) remained sellers in Indian capital markets selling shares worth Rs 1,239.79 crore on a net basis Monday. FPI had sold shares worth Rs 966.43 crore on Friday, provisional data showed.

“Rise in crude oil prices along with foreign fund

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Japanese PM mum on reports he 7 Labour MPs quit party over Brexit, racism nominated Trump for Nobel Peace

Vowing to ‘change politics’, the new ‘Independent Group’ of MPs - drawn from different generations of Labour - includes Chris Leslie, Mike Gapes, Luciana Berger, Ann Coffey, Chuka Umunna, Angela Smith and Gavin Shuker.

London, Feb 18 (IANS): Seven UK lawmakers resigned from the opposition Labour Party on Monday in protest over its policy on Brexit, allegations of anti-semitism and its general shift to the Left under the current leadership of Jeremy Corbyn.

Lawmakers Chuka Umunna, Luciana Berger, Chris Leslie, Angela Smith, Mike Gapes, Gavin Shuker and Ann Coffey said they had left the party but will

sit in Parliament as the Independent Group, the BBC reported.

“It’s time we dumped this old-fashioned politics,” said Umunna, Member of Parliament for Streatham in south London, as the Independent Group, whose slogan is: “Politics is broken.

Let’s change it”, announced its formation.

Umunna has been a vocal opponent of Corbyn’s refusal to back a second Brexit referendum, which

was one of the core reasons behind the party split, according to Efe news.

The Independent Group is not yet a registered political party, but it will have the ability to vote with other parliamentary groups and may find common ground on the topic of Brexit with the Liberal Democrats and the Scottish National Party.

These seven MPs are widely regarded as representing the centrist elements

Stop blaming China, Pakistan: Chinese media tells India

Beijing, Feb 18 (IANS): India must self-introspect its anti-terrorism policy rather than blaming Pakistan for the Pulwama suicide bombing and China for blocking efforts to list Jaish-eMohammed (JeM) chief Masood Azhar as a terrorist without proof, said a Chinese state-run newspaper.

The Pakistan-backed JeM took responsibility for the February 14 terror strike in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district that killed 49 CRPF personnel.

A comment piece in the Global Times accused India of failing to provide “solid evidence” against Azhar and said China rightly practised caution against listing him as a terrorist. The article, authored by Yu Jincui, advised New Delhi to resort to “quiet diplomacy instead of extensively directing aggressive rhetoric to better address” the Azhar issue.

“Without solid evi-

dence, India has long accused Pakistan of sponsoring terrorist attacks by JeM and other militant groups and China of providing uncritical support for Pakistan,” the article stated.

“Instead of simply blaming other countries, especially Pakistan and China, shouldn’t the Indian government make more self-introspection on its anti-terrorism policy and dwell more on how to better administer (Jammu and) Kashmir?

“As for the issue of listing Azhar, Beijing has reiterated its stand several times that New Delhi should provide solid facts and proofs for banning Azhar,” it said.

According to the Times’ piece, China had reason to cautiously handle the issue as “observers worry that blacklisting Azhar could be used by India to increase its military pressure on Pakistan, thus risking exacerbating tensions between the

two countries”. The article denied that by not getting Azhar listed as a global terrorist by the UN, China was supporting terrorism against India. “India in recent years has aggressively blamed China for allying with Pakistan in shielding terrorists. It disregards the fact that as a victim of terrorism itself, China has pledged to support the international community’s anti-terrorism efforts and stands ready to work with India and all other countries to fight terrorism.”

However, the article added that some Chinese scholars want China to take India’s concerns more into account on the JeM chief.

“Should New Delhi resort to quiet diplomacy instead of extensively directing aggressive rhetoric to pressure Beijing, the Azhar issue could have been better addressed,” the comment piece stated.

of the Labour Party whose shadow Cabinet has tacked to the Left, away from the centre-ground policies embraced by ex-party leader and former Prime minister Tony Blair.

Corbyn lamented the split and said the Labour Party should stay focused on its principal aims to represent the underprivileged.

“I am disappointed that these MPs have felt unable to continue to work together for the Labour policies that inspired millions at the last election,” he said in a statement.

In 2017, Conservative Party leader and current Prime Minister Theresa May lost her majority in a snap general election she herself called when Corbyn’s Labour defied polls and gained 30 seats in the House of Commons.

“Labour won people over on a programme for the many not the few redistributing wealth and power, taking vital resources into public ownership, investing in every region and nation, and tackling climate change,” Corbyn said. That electoral campaign saw Labour buoyed by strong support among

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revealed widespread misuse of public data by the nowdefunct British company.

The committee’s ‘Disinformation and ‘fake news’: Final Report’ reiterates the role played by CA’s parent company, SCL Group, in some foreign elections in countries like India, which had also been among the conclusions of its interim report last year.

“Data analytics firms have played a key role in elections around the world.

Strategic communications companies frequently run campaigns internationally, which are financed by less than transparent means and employ legally dubious methods,” the report notes.

“As we said in our Interim Report, SCL Elections and its associated companies, including Cambridge Analytica, worked on campaigns that were not financed in a transparent way, overstepping legal and ethical boundaries,” it adds.

Besides India, some

of the other countries that came under the remit of SCL’s “political work” included elections campaigns in African countries like Kenya, Ghana and Nigeria; Caribbean nations like Trinidad and Tobago; and others like Pakistan and Australia.

“Democracy is at risk from the malicious and relentless targeting of citizens with disinformation and personalised ‘dark adverts’ from unidentifiable sources, delivered through the major social media platforms we use every day,” concluded the report.

“The big tech companies are failing in the duty of care they owe to their users to act against harmful content, and to respect their data privacy rights,” it added.

The cross-party parliamentary committee called for sites such as Facebook to be brought under regulatory control, arguing “social media companies cannot hide behind the claim of

Tokyo, Feb 18 (Agencies): Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe kept quiet Monday over President Donald Trump’s claim that he had nominated him for the Nobel Peace Prize, but praised him and emphasised he did not deny doing so.

A c c o r d i n g t o A P, Trump’s assertion Friday that Abe had nominated him for the honour and sent him a copy of the letter has raised questions and criticism in Japan. Questioned in parliament, Abe praised Trump for his dealings with North Korea but said, “In light of the Nobel committee’s policy of not disclosing recommenders and nominees for 50 years, I decline to comment.” Neither the prime minister nor his spokesman denied Trump’s comment.

“I never said I didn’t” nominate him, Abe said in response to a followup question by Yuichiro Tamaki, a lawmaker for the opposition Democratic Party for the People.

Tamaki said in a tweet Monday that he was concerned such a nomination would “send the wrong

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message to North Korea and the rest of international society.” Junya Ogawa, another opposition lawmaker, cited various policies and actions by Trump that he said ran contrary to the spirit of the peace prize, calling the nomination “an embarrassment for Japan.”

In responding to Tamaki’s questions in parliament, Abe lauded Trump for meeting with Kim and working to resolve the crisis over North Korea’s nuclear programme and missile tests. Trump had also addressed Japan’s concerns over past abductions of Japanese citizens

by North Korea, Abe said, adding “he and the entire White House also actively cooperated in resolving the issue.” “I highly praise President Trump’s leadership,” Abe said. Trump’s claim

that Abe had sent him a “beautiful copy” of a letter sent to the Nobel committee could not be immediately verified. Nor could a report Sunday by the Japanese newspaper Asahi Shimbun, citing unidentified government sources, that Abe had nominated Trump at the US president’s request.

The government’s top spokesman, Yoshihide Suga, echoed Abe’s remarks in refusing further comment.

The situation is awkward for Abe at a time when his government is under fire for allegedly manipulating data on wages to suggest his economic policies were yielding better results than was actually the case.

“Being Trump’s closest friend among world leaders has not worked out too well for Abe,” said Jeff Kingston, director of Asian Studies at Temple University Japan.

“He’s not making Abe look very good.”

The US is Japan’s ally and anchor for national defense and Abe has assiduously cultivated cordial ties with Trump. He was the first foreign leader to meet with Trump after he won the 2016 presidential election.

Saudi Arabia vows to de-escalate India-Pak tensions

In this photo released by the Press Information Department, visiting Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, left, listens to Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan during a meeting in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday. (AP/PTI)

Islamabad, Feb 18 (IANS/PTI): Saudi Arabia on Monday vowed to de-escalate tensions between India and Pakistan following last week’s suicide bombing in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 49 CRPF personnel.

The remarks came as the Saudi Crown Prince, who was in Pakistan on a two-day visit, prepared to leave Islamabad for New Delhi to meet Prime Minis-

UK parl calls FB leaders ‘digital gangsters’ London, Feb 18 (PTI): Social media giants like Facebook need much stricter regulations to prevent them getting away with behaving like “digital gangsters”, a UK parliamentary report on fake news concluded on Monday.

In its final report at the end of an 18-month investigation, the House of Commons Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Selection Committee accused Facebook co-founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg of showing contempt for Parliament in refusing three separate demands to give evidence, and instead sending junior employees unable to answer all the questions.

“Companies like Facebook should not be allowed to behave like ‘digital gangsters’ in the online world, considering themselves to be ahead of and beyond the law,” the report notes.

“By choosing not to appear before the Committee and by choosing not to respond personally to any of our invitations, Mark Zuckerberg has shown contempt towards the UK Parliament,” notes the report, which is extremely critical of Facebook’s online model.

The committee began conducting its inquiry into the spread of fake news last year in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica (CA) data breach scandal, which

young people and the emergence of an affiliated grassroots organization called Momentum. The party slid to the Left, making the nationalization of formerly public-owned industries like the railways a central part of its manifesto.

However, since the election, the UK’s opposition has come under public scrutiny not only for its perceived inaction on Brexit but also for allegedly failing to properly address embedded anti-semitism.

Luciana Berger, a Jewish MP for Wavertree in Liverpool, said she could not continue in a party that she labelled “institutionally anti-semitic”.

Conservative Party Chairman Brandon Lewis said the resignations had confirmed that Labour “has become the Jeremy Corbyn Party - failing to take action on everything from tackling anti-Jewish racism to keeping our country safe”.

Former UK Independence Party leader Nigel Farage tweeted: “This moment may not look very exciting but it is the beginning of something bigger in British politics - realignment.”

being merely a ‘platform’ and maintain that they have no responsibility themselves in regulating the content of their sites”.

In order to better regulate social media firms like Facebook, the MPs suggested creating a new category of tech firm – one that was neither a platform nor a publisher but something in-between, which would tighten the legal liability for content identified as harmful.

Facebook has repeatedly said it is committed to fighting fake news and works with more than 30 fact-checking organisations around the world.

In response to the report it said it shared the committee’s concerns about “false news and election integrity” and claimed to have had made a significant contribution to its investigation over the past 18 months, “answering more than 700 questions and with four of its most senior executives giving evidence”.

Facebook said in its statement: “We are open to meaningful regulation and support the committee’s recommendation for electoral law reform. But we’re not waiting. We have already made substantial changes so that every political ad on Facebook has to be authorised, state who is paying for it and then is stored in a searchable archive for seven years.

ter Narendra Modi.

Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir, who is travelling with the royal, told the media here that his country would try to de-escalate tensions between the two neighbours and see how differences between them could be resolved peacefully, Efe news reported.

“Our objective is to try to de-escalate tensions between the two countries,

neighbouring countries, and to see if there is a path forward to resolving those differences peacefully,” he said.

The Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) took responsibility for the February 14 attack. Islamabad has dismissed New Delhi’s allegations of its involvement in the attack.

Earlier on Monday, Pakistan summoned its High Commissioner in India, So-

1ST DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF OUR BELOVED FATHER LATE. ZANUONEILIE BELHO 19TH FEBRUARY 2018

It's been a year since you left us for your heavenly abode The love and care that you bestowed upon us will always be remembered.

We deeply miss you and remember you every moment with silent tears.

Your warm and loving memories will be forever be cherished in our hearts.

“Gone but never forgotten.”

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hail Mahmood, for “consul- left their families behind,” tations” amid the tensions. Khan said. who was here Saudi agrees to free over on aSalman, visit, responded by 2,000 Pak prisoners assuring Khan to consider Meanwhile, accord- him Pakistan’s ambassaing to PTI, visiting Saudi dor to Saudi Arabia. “We Crown Prince Mohammad cannot say no to Pakistan bin Salman has ordered the ... whatever we can do, immediate release of over we will deliver that,” said 2,000 Pakistani prisoners the crown prince, who has in the Kingdom’s jails, Paki- been bestowed Pakistan’s stan’s Information Minister highest civil award — NisFawad Chaudhry said on han-e-Pakistan — for his “outstanding support for Monday.

Prime Minister Im- reinvigorating Pak-Saudi ran Khan at a ceremony bilateral relationship”.

Information Minister held to welcome the Saudi crown prince at PM House Chaudhry in a tweet said: on Sunday night had made “As a sequel to Prime Minisa “special request” to him ter of Pakistan’s request, His on the Pakistani prison- Royal Highness the Crown ers. “There are some 3,000 Prince of KSA Mohammad [Pakistani] prisoners there Bin Salman has ordered the and we just would like you immediate release of 2,107 to bear in mind that they Pakistani prisoners from are poor people who have Saudi Jails.”

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We, the family of Late Ayimyaba, extend our deepest gratitude and acknowledgement to all those who have shown great sympathy and gestures of kindness, following the sad demise.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to the many friends, neighbours and well wishers for all your invaluable help and support.

Our special thanks to the Ao Baptist Arogo Born : 03.03.1922 Mungdang, Impur, Died : 05.02.2019 Longjang Compound Baptist Church, PHC Longjang, Imsen Young Club, Longjang and Mr. & Mrs. S. Anung Lkr and Family, Longjang.

We are immensely grateful to all those who helped and stood by us at the sad demise of Late Ayimyaba, who left for his heavenly abode on the 5th of February 2019. Though we are unable to thank everyone individually we hope you accept our deepest gratitude through this column.

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‘The Wishess’ wins NE multimedia music competition

The Wishess after receiving the award at Kohima local ground on Monday. (NP)

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h e Wi s h e s s f r o m Manipur emerged as the winner of the 1st northeast multimedia music competition held at Kohima local ground on January 18.

The event was held as part of the first Northeast multimedia campaign where eight states are coming together to fight for a cause

against HIV and AIDS. The event was hosted by the Nagaland State AIDS Control Society (NSACS), under the theme ‘North East United Against HIV and AIDS’ The Manipur band received a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh along with the citation.

While Luli Yeptho &

Band from Nagaland was adjudged as runners up and Roll Heads from Sikkim in third position. They received a cash of Rs 70k and Rs 50k respectively.

The other five NE bands who participated in the event included are The Megh (Arunachal Pradesh), Vanghmun 100 yrs Band (Tripura), Wreckless Shad-

ow (Meghalaya), Jerry Lalrinawma (Mizoram) and Tyrrhenian from Assam. principal secretary (H &FW) and NSACS chairman, Nagaland-I Himato Zhimomi, NACO deputy director general Dr. Naresh Goel and AHF India country program director-Dr. V Sam Prasad, present during the occasion and gave away

the awards to the winners.

Some of the highlights of the events include theatre performance by Dreams Unlimited spreading the awareness about HIV and AIDS, while musicians like Moko Koza, Linka, Bozio Nienu and Guru Rewben Mashangva entertained the crowd.

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Joseph Konyak releases another music video

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ensational Hindi singer and composer from Tizit, Mon district, Joseph Konyak, has released yet another music video ‘Woh Kaun Hai’ coinciding with Valentine’s Day on Thursday last.

The song is written

by Joseph while the music is arranged and mastered

by Mumbai based sound engineer Wangching Vamnokhu while the video was shot and edited by Chales Crezen.

In a short note, Joseph gave all the credits of his success to God and also his fans who had been constantly supporting him all this while.

Joseph stands out among the few Naga Hindi singers because of his melodious voice along with beautiful lyrics which is a feat only a selected few can master.

His new song is a step up in terms of production wise.

The music video can be viewed from YouTube @JosephKonyak Official, music lovers should check

Joseph Konyak it out.

Although it’s an uphill battle for Hindi singers in Nagaland as most music lovers keep their allegiance on Western music, Joseph seem determined in his passion which is a positive sign because truth be told it is truly hard to make a real

breakthrough especially in India where Hindi songs coupled with Bollywood music reign.

Besides being a singer Joseph also works as a teacher at Mount View School, Suruhuto under Zunheboto district.

(Staff Reporter)

Why the Oscars aren’t all about Hollywood ‘Total Dhamaal’ won’t release in Pakistan

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Total Dhamaal”, a Bollywood artistes. in the Pulwama district. entertainer, will not be released At a press conference here on The attack, much like the one in Pakistan. “In light of the Monday, Ajay Devgn said they will in Uri in 2016, has impacted cultural current situation, the team of ‘To- comply with the FWICE demands. ties between the two nations. tal Dhamaal’ has decided to not Riteish, son of late Maharashtra “Total Dhamaal” is the third release the film in Pakistan,” actors Chief Vilasrao Deshmukh, said: “Ev- installment of the successful franAjay Devgn and Ritiesh Deshmukh eryone is hurt by what has happened. chise “Dhamaal” that originally tweeted.

We are united... We must trust the starred Arshad Warsi, Javed Jaffrey Their decision is in sync with Indian Army, and must not react and Riteish Deshmukh alongside the Federation of Western India in a hasty manner on social media. Sanjay Dutt.

Cine Employees’ (FWICE) stand Believe in the army.”

It also stars Madhuri Dixit Nene, that Indian filmmakers will not be In the worst terror attack in Anil Kapoor and Boman Irani. Coallowed to release films in Pakistan Jammu and Kashmir since militancy produced by Fox Star Studios, Ajay after the February 14 Pulwama at- erupted in the state in 1989, a Jaish- Devgn Ffilms, Ashok Thakeria, KuNon-Hollywood films nominated for the Oscars 2019. tack, in which 49 CRPF troopers e-Mohammad (JeM) suicide bomber mar, Sri Adhikari Brothers, Anand were killed. The FWICE has also on February 14 rammed his vehicle Pandit, Sangeeta Ahir and Kumar is: Capernaum- Director: Japan, Language: Japanese, previous nominations, four demanded that Indian movie makers packed with explosives into a CRPF Mangat Pathak, the film is slated for Nadine Labaki, Country: Japan’s track record: 15 wins.

(BBC) should not collaborate with Pakistani bus on the Jammu-Srinagar highway release on February 22.

(IANS) Lebanon, Language: Arabic with some Amharic.

Lebanon’s track record th th in this category: The country’s first nomination was last year, for The Insult.

Cold War- Director: Pawel Pawlikowski, Country: Poland, Language: Polish, Poland’s track record: 10 Dearest ipuh and iza, previous nominations. The sole winner was the same as you, today reach fifty director’s Ida four years ago, Never Look Away- Director: years of togetherness in Florian Henckel von Donfaith, love which reminds nersmarck, Country: Germany, Language: German, us of God's wonderful Germany’s track record: 19 grace. May God continue nominations (including one for East Germany) including to extend His love in more three wins.

Roma- Director: Alfonso years to come.

TOHEVI ASSUMI & SHITOLI ASSUMI Cuaron, Country: Mexico, 19th FEB 1969 – 19th FEB 2019 Language: Spanish, Mixtec 9 children / 26 grand children From, Mexico’s track record: Mom and Dad, you both are a motivation to all of us. You have trained us that love must be Eight previous nominations managed to yield, care and pardoning. You show us with this commemoration that God’s love is more Loving children, in-laws prominent than any affection.

- no wins. and grandchildren.

Proverbs 16:31 “Gray hair is a glorious crown; it is found in the ways of righteousness” Shoplifters- Director: Tonivi Zhimomi and Viheli Zhimomi Loving children, in laws & grand children.

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lfonso Cuaron’s Netflix epic Roma could become the first ever winner of both best picture and best foreign language film at the Oscars. Its success could change how the category is perceived - and shine a light on the four other worthy nominees.

In the last decade, there have been changes almost annually to how the Oscars arrive at their shortlist for best foreign language film.

The category has existed since 1947 and the number of films involved grows almost every year.

There were 87 this year, and no-one could view them all.

So in recent years, volunteers would split into three groups to judge a portion each. But this year there are new bosses and they’ve changed the system yet again. To boost inclusivity, it was hoped more members would vote, although most will see fewer films each.

For now, the unique fact about the 91st Academy Awards is that the hot tip for winner as foreign language film could well clean up in other categories too - Alfonso Cuaron’s Roma has 10 nominations in all. Strictly speaking, the Academy Award goes to the winning nation. But since 2015 the director’s name has appeared on the Oscar statuette too.

This year’s shortlist

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19/02/1969 – 19/02/2019 "TWO IS BETTER THAN ONE" Because they have a good return for their labours. If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10.

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Is a dream come true ...

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We the Humtsoe Chumpo Olongo Clan of Pongidong Village express our pride and honour by extending our heartiest congratulations to Dr. Tumbenthung Y Humtsoe, S/o. Yanbemo Humtsoe and Mhonchumi Humtsoe for having successfully completed the degree of the ‘Doctor of Philosophy’ (Ph.D) in Economics from University of Hyderabad on the thesis – ‘Transport, Cities, Growth and Environment: A case study of Kohima’ under the supervision of Dr. Prajna Paramita Mishra. He is the first to be conferred Ph. D (Secular) in the Village.

We praise and thank the Almighty God for the blessings through him and bringing laurels to the whole clan. We wish him success in all future endeavours.

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Monfils wins Rotterdam Open

Rotterdam, Feb 18 (Agencies): Gael Monfils defeated good friend Stan Wawrinka 6-3, 1-6, 6-2 on Sunday to win his eighth career title at the Rotterdam Open.

Monfils, the runnerup three years ago, held off Wawrinka’s second-set surge to ease through the decider.

“It was an unbelievable week, a pleasure,” said Monfils.

“Stan is a part of this win. We’ve been talking a lot and practising a lot.

You’re my brother,” he told his Swiss opponent.

“This has been a good week for Stan and a good week for me. I hope we can have many more battles.”

Wawrinka, the 2015 champion in the Dutch port city who is continuing an 18-month comeback from double knee surgery, was playing in his first final since Roland Garros in June 2017.

“It was great for sure to be in the final,” Wawrinka said. “I’m pleased with the way I played in it and the way I arrived to the

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Gael Monfils and Stan Wawrinka with their trophies after the Rotterdam Open final match.

final. I played four good matches here, I kept my level up all week.”

Three-time major winner Wawrinka said he hopes to build on his run this week.

“I need to keep doing what I’ve been doing the last few months. I need to play events to gain confi-

dence. Keeping going is the only way to get back my ranking,” said the world number 68.

It was the first championship match in 11 years at Rotterdam to feature two unseeded players.

Monfils, 32, showed no hard evidence of the left wrist injury which has

bothered him all week and forced him onto a regime of pain-killers.

“I struggled with the wrist all week,” he said. “I came out running hard in the first game to make him feel I was there. But when I hit as hard as I could with the backhand - ‘ohhh’,” he said in reference to the wrist pain he was feeling.

“I’ve been in worse shape, but I’m really exhausted after this week.”

The world number 33 triumphed in one and three-quarter hours with four service breaks against three-time major winner Wawrinka as he claimed his first title since Doha last year.

The Frenchman took the opening set with two breaks of Wawrinka, but the 33-year-old Swiss immediately returned the favour with a 6-1 second set.

In the third, Monfils broke for 2-1, taking control of his opponent’s mighty backhand.

The Frenchman moved to 5-2 and saved a break point a game later as he closed out victory.

Cummins tops Test bowling rankings Melbourne, Feb 18 (Agencies): Pat Cummins has become the first Australian to top the ICC Test bowling rankings since Glenn McGrath in 2006 after dislodging South Africa seamer Kagiso Rabada.

Paceman Cummins has jumped up from second place after Rabada - who has also slipped behind James Anderson and down to third - managed only three wickets in South Africa’s stunning defeat to Sri Lanka in Durban.

Kusal Perera’s unbeaten 153 propelled Sri Lanka to a thrilling one-wicket win in the first Test, the lefthander putting on 78 with last man Vishwa Fernando as the tourists reached their target of 304 having been reduced 226-9 at Kingsmead on Saturday.

Perera has risen 58 places in the batting rankings, moving up to a careerhigh 40th.

South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis is into the top 10 for the first time after scoring 90 in the Proteas’ second innings. Du Plessis is level in 10th spot with Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne.

Coach split not over money: Osaka Dubai, Feb 18 (Agencies): Naomi Osaka says her shock split with coach Sascha Bajin had nothing to do with money and insists she would not put “success over happiness”.

The German had guided the world No 1 to back-to-back Grand Slam titles, but just two weeks after her triumph at the Australian Open, Osaka severed ties with Bajin.

That led to suggestions the two had fallen out over money.

“Everyone thinks it was a money-related issue, but it wasn’t,” Osaka told the WTA in Dubai. “That’s one of the most hurtful things I’ve ever heard. I travel with everyone on my team, I see them more than my family. I would never do that to them.”

“My reason is I wouldn’t put success over my happiness - that’s my main thing. I’m not going to sacrifice that just to keep a person around.”

Bajin, a former hitting partner of Serena Williams, Victoria Azarenka and Caroline Wozniacki, was named as the WTA’s

Naomi Osaka won the 2018 US Open and 2019 Australian Open under the guidance of Sascha Bajin.

coach of the year in 2018 after his success with Osaka.

During their time together, Osaka rocketed from 72 in the world at the start of 2018 to No 1 last month.

Osaka said it was clear things were not right between them during the season’s opening major.

“It was kind of brewing in Australia. I think some people could see that if they saw how we interacted,” the 21-year-old added.

“I would not want to split on really bad terms.

I’m not going to say anything bad about him because, of course, I’m really

grateful for all the things he’s done. During the Australian Open, I was just trying to tell myself to get through it. I’m not sure, but I think you guys noticed.”

Osaka said she hopes to have a new coach in place

by March at Indian Wells.

“It’s not really ideal to go to Indian Wells without a coach. I don’t want someone that’s in the box saying negative stuff. That would be the worst,” she said. “[I want] someone that’s kind of direct, not afraid to say things to my face. I’d rather someone say it directly to me than go around my back. That’s one of the biggest things.”

Gayle to retire from ODIs after WC Sports and politics should be kept separate: PCB MD

Bridgetown, Feb 18 (Agencies): Windies batsman Chris Gayle will retire from one-day internationals after this summer’s World Cup in England and Wales.

The 39-year-old, who is second on the list of Windies’ leading ODI runscorers behind Brian Lara, was recalled to the ODI side for the first two matches of the five-game series against England.

Gayle, who has played in 284 ODIs since his debut in 1999, is less than 700 runs away from becoming the Windies’ all-time highest ODI scorer, with Lara’s total standing at 10,405.

“In 50-over cricket, definitely the World Cup (is the end),” Gayle said ahead of Wednesday’s first ODI at Kensington Oval.

“I’m looking to draw the line there - or should I say cut the string - let the youngsters have some fun and I can sit back in the party stand and watch them. It is a big year for me, to be honest. I hope 2019 can finish for me on a

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great note.”

Asked if he was confident of marking his ODI swansong as a World Cup winner, Gayle added, “Absolutely, the youngsters owe it to me. They have to do that for me and try and get me the trophy. But I’ll be looking to put my input in as well.”

The Jamaican also expressed interest in playing in the ECB’s Hundred tournament, which will start in 2020.

“Well, if I don’t start

it, it won’t be a tournament,” he said. “I guess England should invite me over. Then I’ll explode the tournament and say ‘thank you guys; bring in a youngster now’. I’ll set the trend for you like I did in all tournaments around the world.

Fingers crossed, we’ll see what happens.”

Gayle was part of Windies’ T20 World Cup winning side against England in 2016 - the second time in four years they had won the competition.

Lahore, Feb 18 (IANS): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has expressed “extreme” disappointment over the removal of posters of Pakistan Prime Minister and World Cup-winning skipper Imran Khan in the Cricket Club of India, Mumbai, and elsewhere and IMG Reliance pulling out of the deal to produce and broadcast PSL 2019 in the aftermath of the Pulwama terror attacks.

PCB Managing Director Wasim Khan said in a statement that cricket has always played a key role in building bridges between people and countries.

“Unfortunately, denying India cricket fans the right to follow HBL PSL by blocking all digital cover-

age as well as covering or removing portrait of former Pakistan cricket captain and Prime Minister Imran Khan and other legendary cricketers from one of the most historic cricket clubs and venues are highly regrettable actions.

“The PCB has also noted the recent turn of events and expresses its extreme disappointment as we have always believed and emphasised that sports and politics should be kept separate. History tells us that sports, particularly cricket, have always played a key role in building bridges between people and countries.” Wasim said in a statement.

He, however, remained positive about the PCB managing a new partner by

Wasim Khan

Monday while expressing disappointment that the Indian public will be denied the opportunity to watch the PSL. “We have been informed by IMG Reliance that they will be unable to partner with us for the remaining HBL PSL 2019 and PCB has reserved all its rights. The PCB always had a contingency plan in place and we are confident we will

be in a position to announce the new partner on Monday after the completion of the formalities,” he said.

Wasim said that the PCB will take up the matter with its Indian counterparts, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the global cricket governing body in the upcoming International Cricket Council (ICC) committee meeting in Dubai later this month.

“The PCB intends to take up these incidents with

the BCCI and the ICC at the upcoming ICC committee meeting in Dubai later this month,” he said.

In protest against the killing of 49 CRPF troopers by a Jaish-e-Mohammed suicide bomber near Srinagar on Thursday, tCCI and the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium in Mohali had on Sunday removed the portraits and pictures of Imran Khan and other Pakistani cricketers which were placed in their premises.

NOTICE This is to inform all the Stake Holders of Sumi Daklane Society, Kohima that there will be a General Meeting on 23/02/2019 in the Society Building at 12 noon for some decision to be finalised.

Therefore all the members are requested to attend the said meeting without fail.

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All NCS Share Holders are hereby informed again that selling of shares for the ‘Investment Plan’ at old BOC, Kohima, (Merütsietse) will be closed on 28th February, 2019. Members who are yet to buy shares are informed to take note of this information seriously and buy it before the expiry of the last date. If any member who is willing to buy but could not reach the NCS office in time due to circumstances beyond control, he may contact the office bearers over phone, if need be.

This notice may be treated as the last reminder.

Members who fail to buy it in time will have no right to put up any claim afterward.

(ROKOWHELIE PESEYIE) Contact : 9402088542 Secretary, NBCS. K-430

SUMI MISSIONARY KUPOSHUKULU 7TH BIENNIAL MISSIONARY CONFERENCE CONCLUDED

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Mr & Mrs I. Chubameren Longchar Dear Mom & Dad, We wish the both of you a Happy & Memorable Golden Wedding Anniversary, and hope that our Good Lord will grant you a long and healthy life.

Thank you for your love and support.

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The Padum Pukhuri Village Council together with NSCN (IM) UT-I on 18th Feb. 2019 destroyed the following contraband items such as IMFL, SP Capsules, Brown Sugar, Expired & Bootleg items etc. in presence of the public, which were seized by the NSCN (IM). The Padum Pukhuri Village Council is thankful to Shri Kikheto Chishi Swu, Kilonser CAO UT-1 NSCN (IM) and his team for their action of controlling such contrabands which spoils the lives of people, and we shall seek such co-operation from them in the near future also. Further, we appeal the general public and other organisations also to co-operate with the PPVC in cleansing the village of such anti-social elements so as to implement the slogan of "Nagaland for Christ" in true spirit.

Loving daughters, son-in-laws, grandchildren EPHESIANS Ch. 6 : Verse 24 Grace be with all them that love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity, Amen.

The Sumi Missionary Kuposhukulu successfully held its 7th Biennial Conference at Sumi Christian Centre, Aizuto from 15th – 17th Feb 2019 with the Theme, “Own Your Field”.

Sumi Missionaries from different parts of the world came together and were encouraged, challenged to serve God with full enthusiasm. Mr. Hokikhe Yeptho and Rev. Hutoi Achumi, who are missionaries themselves delivered powerful messages from the Word of God and from their experiences. The missionaries were challenged to serve God for longer period of time and also to always stay connected to God. Mr. Khehovi Yeptho, Hon’ble Advisor, Tourism Art and Culture, Govt. of Nagaland delivered the greetings. The Advisor urged the Sumi Missionaries to kneel down, stoop low more than they used to do to bring Sumis under one umbrella through God’s word. He urged the Sumi Missionaries to focus their attention towards the promise of 10 thousand Missionaries proclaimed by the NBCC and asked the Sumi Missionaries to be a part of promise with dedication and commitment. The SMK’s office bearers were elected for the tenure 2019-2021 with Mr. H. Mughahoto Zhimomi as President and Miss Olivia Awomi as General Secretary. Meanwhile, the SMK expresses their gratitude to the host Association and to all those who have contributed in various ways to make 7th SMK Conference a great success.

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ISL: FC Goa seal play-off berth

Players of FC Goa and Kerala Blasters fight for the ball during their ISL match.

F at o rda , F e b 1 8 (Agencies): FC Goa became the second ISL side to book their place in the play-offs after a convincing 3-0 win over Kerala Blasters FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Monday.

Fer ran Corominas (22’), Edu Bedia (25’) and Hugo Boumous (78’) were on target.

The Gaurs have leapfrogged Bengaluru FC to go top of the table. Goa, who have 31 points, same as Bengaluru FC, with a better goal difference, now occupies table top position. Kerala Blasters, remain ninth after slumping to their seventh loss of the season.

FC Goa were on the money right from the start as Jackichand Singh threatened

the Kerala defence as he twisted and turned the likes of Lalruatthara and Anas Edathodika on a couple of occasions. One of his efforts did beat Dheeraj Singh but came off the woodwork, much to Kerala’s relief.

Kerala then found the back of the net through Slavisa Stojanovic after a quick interplay with Matej Poplatnik. However, the linesman had his flag raised after Courage Pekuson was deemed to be in an offside position.

Goa got a deserved breakthrough midway into the first half through Ferran Corominas. Brandon Fernandes’ cross from the left was headed home with ease by the Spaniard after he was afforded a lot of space inside

the box by Anas Edathodika and Sandesh Jhingan.

In the 25th minute, Edu Bedia doubled the lead by slotting the ball into an empty net.

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Mourinho open to working in France

Jose Mourinho

LILLE, Feb 18 (Agencies): Jose Mourinho said he could see himself coaching in France as he attended Sunday’s 0-0 draw between Lille and Montpellier to reportedly cast an eye over Ivorian star Nicolas Pepe.

Mourinho was sacked

by Manchester United in December in a move that cost the Premier League club £19.6 million (US$25 million) in severance pay for the Portuguese boss and members of his staff.

He has since taken on a punditry role with beIN

Sports, and was pictured sitting alongside Lille sporting advisor Luis Campos at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy on Sunday.

“I can imagine (coaching) in France one day,” Mourinho said. “I’m a man who’s worked in four different countries, who likes that, who likes to know other cultures.”

“I like to learn all the time, to work in a different league would be a fantastic experience. (At the moment) I’m calm, I’m trying to enjoy life with family and friends and calmly

mad let loose from outside the box which finally forced a save from Goa custodian Naveen Kumar.

Before the hour mark, Ahmed Jahouh sent a brilliant ball over the top for Corominas who made a bustling run and managed to get beyond Anas and Dheeraj only for a last-ditch tackle from Poplatnik to avert the danger.

Goa sealed the victory in the 78th minute when substitute Hugo Boumous dribbled past a couple of players and evaded the challenge from Jhingan to beat Dheeraj at his near post to make it 3-0.

There were late chances for Goa to increase their tally with Bedia seeing a wonderful lob over Dheeraj Singh come back off the post. However, Sergio Lobera would not have been disappointed, having notched their fifth cleansheet in a row.

working to hopefully find another opportunity in football.”

Campos is a friend of Mourinho’s and served as chief scout when the latter was in charge at Real Madrid.

A source told AFP Mourinho had come to Lille to watch Pepe and Brazilian midfielder Thiago Mendes.

Pepe, 23, is the third leading scorer in France this season with 16 goals, trailing only Paris SaintG e r m a i n d u o Ky l i a n Mbappe and Neymar, and also has eight assists for second-placed Lille.

United replaced Mourinho with former striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer halfway through his third season at Old Trafford with the club languishing in sixth and 19 points off the pace.

He has pledged to return to “top-level football” with Real Madrid, the club he coached from 2010 to 2013, touted a possible landing spot for the 56year-old.

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Boateng ruled out of Liverpool match Berlin, Feb 18 (Agencies): Bayern Munich centre-back Jerome Boateng has been ruled out of Tuesday’s match against Liverpool in the Champions League last 16 with “stomach flu”.

Winger Franck Ribery was also absent as the German champions boarded their flight to the UK on Monday morning after becoming a father on Sunday night, but he will join the squad ahead of Tuesday’s game.

Bayern head coach Niko Kovac revealed the team news on Monday, saying, “Jerome Boateng misses out with stomach flu, but Franck Ribery will travel after becoming a father late last night.”

Kingsley Coman was declared fit for Tuesday’s trip to Anfield by Bayern after suffering a knock in the closing stages of Friday’s 3-2 away win over Augsburg in the Bundesliga.

Arjen Robben, who has not featured for Bayern since late November due to a thigh injury, is not included in the 21-man squad.

Puma signs Mary Kom as training ambassador New Delhi, Feb 18 (Agencies): World amateur boxing champion M.C. Mary Kom has signed a two-year deal with Puma to be their ambassador for women’s training in India, the sports brand said on Monday.

Kom, a bronze medallist at the 2012 Olympics, won her record sixth gold medal at the World Amateur Boxing Championships in November last year. She has been roped in to lead the brand’s #DoYou campaign aimed at motivating Indian women.

“Being a woman and a mother I have faced several challenges that I have powered through thanks to my family and team,” Kom said in a statement.

“Puma as a brand has always believed in supporting and encouraging women, which made it a perfect fit for me.”

Puma India’s managing director Abhishek Ganguly hoped the partnership would inspire women across India.

“We are very thrilled to welcome Mary to the Puma family. Having consistently defied all odds to achieve a wide range of records and medals, she is an idol for women all over India.”

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MPL: Vanguard-Old Boys beat All Blacks

Players of Vanguard-Old Boys and defending champions All Blacks and others before the inaugural match at Kohima on Monday.

K o h i m a , J an 1 8 (NPN): The 5th edition of the Morning Premier League (MPL) got underway at Seikhazou Ground, D-Khel Kohima village on Monday.

In the first match, Vanguard-Old Boys defeated the defending champions All Blacks by 2-1 to register three points.

The match was evenly contested in the first 20 minutes with both the teams trying hard to find the opener. Then in the 25th minute, Senpenlo of Vanguard-Old Boys scored the first goal from a sublime through ball from

Benjamin. The first half ended 1-0.

A goal from Dithanglo right after the second half in the 49th minutes sealed the fate of All Blacks.

The defending champions fought back with a goal from Kechagulie in the 65th minute but their hopes were sealed as time ran out.

Earlier, the shor t opening ceremony was graced by Merentoshi R Jamir, spokesperson, NDPP as special guest.

In his short speech, the former minister acknowledged the MPL for being a health conscious league

and for cultivating friendship through football. He further encouraged the 10 MPL teams and players to set good example of discipline – on and off the field, for younger generations to follow. He also challenged the players to be the pillars of encouragement and support for the game of football in the state.

Invocation was offered by pastor Viposa and the programme was chaired by Mele Pucho.

Morning Premier League is for players above the age of 31. MPL is managed by Morning Football Association (MFA.

PSG beat St Etienne to extend lead

PARIS, Feb 18 (Agencies): Kylian Mbappe’s second-half strike earned Paris St Germain a 1-0 win at St Etienne as the French champions continued their inevitable march towards the Ligue 1 title on Sunday.

France striker Mbappe, who had not scored in his two previous league outings, found the back of the net in the 73rd minute to put Thomas Tuchel’s side on 62 points from 23 games.

The result extended PSG’s lead to 12 points after second-placed Lille, who have played two more games, were held goalless at home by Montpellier earlier on Sunday. St Etienne are fifth on 40 points.

Five days after beating Manchester United 2-0 at Old Trafford in their Champions League last-16 first leg, the capital side enjoyed more possession but proved toothless in the first half, managing only one shot on target to St Etienne’s two.

They were without the

Paris St Germain’s Kylian Mbappe celebrates after scoring a goal during their Ligue 1 match against St Etienne.

injured Neymar and Edinson Cavani while influential midfielder Marco Verratti was rested by Tuchel.

In his absence, Juan Bernat and Leandro Paredes produced a solid performance in midfield as Marquinhos slipped back down in a three-man defence.

PSG had their first

clear chance 10 minutes into the second half when Julian Draxler forced Stephane Ruffier to a superb save after being set up

by Angel Di Maria.

The hosts were dangerous, however, with the lively Kevin Monnet Paquet a constant threat up front.

But PSG gained the

upper hand when Mbappe was slipped through by Daniel Alves and beat Ruffier from close range to net his 19th goal in 18 appearances in Ligue 1 this season.

He becomes the first French player in 45 years to reach that tally after 18 appearances in a season in the French top flight.

Serie A: Napoli held to a goalless draw by Torino Opelka wins first ATP Tour title Milan, Feb 18 (Agencies): Napoli drew 0-0 with Torino on Sunday, their third goalless draw in four Serie A games, allowing Juventus to take a 13-point lead at the top of the table.

Carlo Ancelotti’s side were held to stalemates

by AC Milan and Fiorentina in their last two away games and failed to find the net once again at the Stadio San Paolo.

Arkadiusz Milik came close on several occasions and Lorenzo Insigne curled a shot off the post but Torino held firm to frustrate their hosts.

In the first half, Milik poked a finish wide from inside the six-yard box after meeting Fabian Ruiz’s cross, while Insigne had the best chance after the interval but his shot came off the upright.

Napoli midfielder Allan was shown a second yellow card in stoppage time, before the decision was overturned for mistaken identity following a Video Assistant Referee

Players of Napoli and Torino fight for the ball during their Serie A match.

(VAR) review, with Kevin Malcuit picking up the booking instead.

“We lacked a goal, just as we did against Fiorentina,” Ancelotti told Italian broadcasters.

“We played with fo-

cus, motivation, determination, but it’s unacceptable to have 18 scoring opportunities over two games and not score any of them.

Evidently we need to work in training on the finishing, crosses, movements,

decision-making. I defy anyone to say this team doesn’t play good football but we are not turning the chances into goals.”

“We’re in a very strong position, the team proves with its performances that

the team is very determined, concentrated and has a precise identity; you might not think that just looking at the results but it’s true. It is our own fault and the devil is in the detail; we need a more precise cross, more accurate finish, better run. It’s not just the strikers, as the crosses and final ball also need work.

We all need to work on it, there’s no point focusing only on the forwards.”

The result leaves Napoli in second place on 53 points, while Torino occupy ninth with 35 points.

Earlier on Sunday, Inter Milan defeated Sampdoria 2-1 at San Siro to consolidate their grip on third place, while Domenico Criscito’s 93rd-minute winner gave Genoa a 2-1 victory over Champions League hopefuls Lazio.

There were also wins for Udinese and Empoli over Chievo and Sassuolo respectively and in the lunchtime kick-off Fiorentina won 4-1 away to SPAL.

New York, Feb 18 (Agencies): Reilly Opelka blasted 43 aces on the way to winning his first ATP Tour title with a 6-1 6-7(7) 7-6(7) victory over Canadian Brayden Schnur at the New York Open on Sunday.

The 21-year-old American paved the way for the victory by successfully challenging what Schnur thought was an ace at 7-7 in the final tiebreak.

Schnur’s shot was shown to be just out, so instead of having championship point the Canadian had a second serve, which he netted.

Opelka then slammed in his 43rd ace of the match for the victory. He had the same number of aces in beating top seed John Isner in their semi-final on Saturday.

“This is definitely what I’m most proud of,” Opelka told reporters. “I was tough mentally, especially losing a lot of first sets this week, and my first serve really helped me out. I was able to play clutch in those big

Reilly Opelka with the New York Open trophy after defeating Canadian Brayden Schnur in the final.

moments.”

Opelka easily won the opening set against Schnur but the Canadian rebounded in the second by saving two championship points in a tiebreak and claiming the set when Opelka double faulted.

Schnur had never won an ATP Tour main draw match before this week, and won two qualifying

matches just to get into the tournament.

“It’s a dream come true for me. This week showed that I belong in these big tournaments and playing against the top guys,” Schnur said.

“It’s unfortunate the way it ended because I left it all out there and did everything I could, but that’s how sports go sometimes.”

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