February 23, 2020

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NSF, PSAN demand end to ‘backdoor appts’ Health officials worry as untraceable clusters NSF serves 15-day ultimatum to fulfil charter of demands DIMAPUR, FEB 22 (NPN): Resentment against backdoor and ad-hoc appointments under various government departments which have surfaced again has led the NSF and PSAN to demand immediate end to the illegal practise and revocation of appointments deemed unconstitutional, failing which both have warned of taking up their own course of actions.

NSF: Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) Saturday served an ultimatum on the state government to fulfil its four-point charter of demands within 15 days.

NSF informed that the resolution addressed to the state chief minister was adopted at its second presidential council meeting at its Conference Hall February 20, 2020 after considering the rampant practice of backdoor appointments in all the government departments.

In its charter of demands, NSF asked the state government to - ap-

4-lane delay due to cash flow shortage: Gadkari

prove and implement the Nagaland Staff Selection Board (NSSB) policy forwarded to the government

by NSSB committee; issue notification scrapping all departmental exams; issue notification banning direct recruitment to all Group C posts and issue notification stating that ‘Group C’ posts shall be requisitioned through open recruitment by the soon to be set-up NSSB. Further, the NSF said the meeting also resolved to, henceforth, boycott all departmental exams. It said the federation would also be maintaining a strict watch over any new developments pertaining to the above stated demands and “any actions in contravention to the same by any department shall be dealt with in a befitting manner by the Federation.”

NSF has therefore, urged upon the state government to comply with its demands and enforce the same. It warned that failure to do so would compel the federation to take up its own course of “stern action” until its demands were met.

PSAN: Taking serious note of alleged backdoor appointments under various departments, the Public Ser-

vice Aspirants of Nagaland (PSAN) reminded the state government to uphold the court orders and rules set in place against such practices.

PSAN in a press note reminded that despite tireless effort to cleanse favouritism and nepotism in the recruitment process, most of the departments continue to make a mockery of their effort and also court order(s).

It, therefore, warned the departments that the educated youth of Nagaland will be compelled to protest and take their own course of action if the same practice continues. PSAN asked the government to adhere to P&AR Office Memorandums dated 4.8.08 and 11.8.16-- “ban on appointment on contract basis”.

It also reminded about the PIL No. 11(K) filed by ACAUT against backdoor appointment, where the court through an order dated 5.8.16 disposed off on the basis of OM.6.6.16 notifying “ban on appointment on contract basis,” which was also placed before the court on oath by the state government. Further, PSAN said based on the writ petition W.P. (C) No.145(K)/17 and the subsequent judgment

order dated 26.7.18 passed in this case, through which the court had banned all backdoor appointments in the state.

PSAN therefore, maintained that “any backdoor (illegal) appointment made after the court order 5.8.2016 would tantamount to blatant undermining of the judiciary and contempt of court.”

Citing the April 10, 2006 landmark judgment in Uma Devi’s case, PSAN also pointed out that the Supreme Court and all High Courts in the country upheld the same judgment. Therefore, it reminded the state government to take note that any appointment made without advertisement was not only unconstitutional, but also null and void.

PSAN stated that the forum has been unceasingly fighting against anomalies in the recruitment process in the state. Citing few instances, PSAN said, due its efforts the state cabinet was in the process of setting up Staff Selection Board. It said significant changes were also made in the NPSC-- downgrading of viva-voce marks from 75 to 55, declaration of answer keys (MCQ), increase of intake ratio etc.

NPCC appeals Centre for early solution DIMAPUR, FEB 22 (NPN): Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) has appealed to the Centre to “execute an early settlement( of Naga political issue) keeping in view the repeated assurances and promises” made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Nagas and to the nation on different occasions.

NPCC’s Political Affairs Committee (PAC) recalled that Nagaland Governor R.N. Ravi had concluded the prolonged negotiations on October 31, 2019 and inking of the final agreement remains, but yet nothing is known as the negotiating parties have been working out the competencies for inking a solution to the Naga issue.

Taking note of this, NPCC’s Political Affairs Committee (PAC) held a meeting on February 20, 2020 at Dimapur to deliberate on the impending Naga political settlement.

DIMAPUR, FEB 22 (NPN): Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has reportedly told Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) Tokheho Yepthomi that the delay in Dimapur-Kohima four-lane road project was due to acute cash flow shortage faced by the contractors. The fourlane road is being constructed by two contractors – M/s RAMKY – ECI (JV) & M/s Gayatari projects Ltd. In a statement, Tokheho Yepthomi said NHIDCL has already taken various steps to mitigate the cash flow problems being faced by the contractors. He said that the contractors have also assured that two-lane road up to Dense Bituminous Macadam (DBM) level would be constructed by February 2020 and four-lane road by April 2020.

Further, MP said that the Union Minister has also informed that contractors have already been asked to rectify defects in the DBM layer immediately.

According to MP, Gadkari also informed that the project was being monitored at the level of managing director NHIDCL with review meetings being held every D I M A P U R , F E B 2 2 fortnight besides monthly (NPN): Reiterating that it reviewing of projects by does not support or oppose Governor of Nagaland. prohibition, the Central Nagaland Tribes Council (CNTC) has, however, expressed grave concern over the alarming spurt in adulterated liquor dens and outlets.

Lauding the Dimapur Naga Students Union (DNSU), which had on Friday served an ultimatum on commissioner of excise, Dimapur to close down all illegal liquor dens, the CNTC through its media cell said that the existence of excise department in the state has “become questionable and a “These days he’s taken up mockery in itself.” my suggestion for practical CNTC also questioned skill development.” the Dimapur Municipal

NPCC also expressed concern over the silence and inability of other political parties in the state in taking a clear stand for the people of Nagaland at this crucial juncture.

PAC said that since Nagaland Governor, R.N. Ravi, who is also the Interlocutor for Naga Peace talks, had on numerous occasions announced that talks had successfully concluded on October 31, 2019 and that the negotiating parties have agreed to resolve all issues under the parameters of Indian Constitution, the Committee, in its considered opinion, resolved to make the party’s stand clear for the people of Nagaland.

According to NPCC the party stood resolved to-- i. endorse the demand for additional Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha seats for the state of Nagaland as well as a bi-cameral legislature for Nagaland with creation a

Legislative Council or Upper House. PAC said these two demands must mandatorily be part of final political agreement and not left for further democratic processes. ii. Economic package for development of Nagaland that has been stunted by political strife and uncertainty. iii. Rehabilitation & resettlement of NPG cadres under “non partisan state government” in coordination with the government of India. iv. Since Nagaland state has sufficient safeguards under Article 371A, PAC said no other super imposition should be made to disturb or distort this provision. Further, PAC also opined that the idea of a Pan Naga Hoho or any other body in the form of advisory council to the state of Nagaland was not acceptable without integration.

of COVID-19 infections emerge around globe

NEW YORK, FEB 22 (AGENCIES): In the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, it’s not the rising numbers that are worrying experts: It’s that they can’t trace where some disease clusters started, reports the Associated Press.

When new clusters emerge, health officials try to find the first patient, the person who sparked it.

But when they can’t, it’s a signal the disease might be spreading too widely for tried-and-true public health steps to stamp it out. World Health Organization insists the worst-case isn’t here yet.

But it also points to spikes in cases in Iran and South Korea to warn that time may be running out to contain the virus.

Virus spreads in S Korean city: South Korea on Saturday reported an eightfold jump in viral infections in four days to 433, most of them linked to a church and a hospital in and around the fourth-largest city where health workers scrambled to screen more than 9,000 worshipers. There’s concern that the death toll, currently at three, could grow. The

Senapati blockade lifted as NSCN cadre released

Correspondent

IMPHAL, FEB 22: The indefinite blockade in Senapati district was called off on Saturday following the release of the NSCN (I-M) cadre who was apprehended

by Assam Rifles on Friday.

Tension ran high in Senapati town after AR troops arrested the NSCN (I-M) cadre.

The incident was reportedly a fallout of Thursday’s incident where a captain of the Assam Rifles was overpowered by NSCN cadres while the AR team was in pursuit of NSCN cadres.

Following the arrest of the NSCN functionary, local residents came out to the streets in protest and blocked the Imphal-Dimapur highway and business establishments were also forced to down their shutters.

Workers wearing protective gears spray disinfectant at a subway station in Seoul on Friday. (AP/PTI)

vice health minister says virus patients with signs of pneumonia or other serious condition from the Cheongdo hospital were transferred to other facilities, 17 of them critical.

He says the outbreak entered a serious new phase, but still expressed hope it can be contained to the southeastern Daegu region.

Iran now says 5 dead: Iranian health authorities are reporting another death from the new virus that emerged in China, bringing

the death toll in Iran to five out of 28 confirmed cases.

A health ministr y spokesman reported the latest fatality on Saturday, but did not specify when it occurred. He said the death was from among 10 new confirmed cases of the virus in Iran. Two other people died Friday, as Iranians voted in nationwide parliamentary elections Friday.

Many voters went to the polls wearing face masks, and some pharmacies ran out of masks and

Nationalism, ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ being misused to construct militant idea of India: Manmohan NEW DELHI, FEB 22 (PTI): Nationalism and the slogan of ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ are being misused to construct a “militant and purely emotional” idea of India that excludes millions of residents and citizens, former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said on Saturday, in an apparent attack on the BJP. Addressing a gathering at the launch of a book on Jawaharlal Nehru’s works and speeches, Singh said that if India is recognized in the comity of nations as a vibrant democracy and, if it is considered as one of the important world powers, it was the first Prime Minister, who should be recognized as its main architect.

Nehru had led this country in its volatile and formative days when it adopted a democratic way of life, accommodating divergent social and po-

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litical views, Singh said.

“With an inimitable style, and a multi-linguist, Nehru laid the foundation of the universities, academies and cultural institutions of Modern India. But for Nehru’s leadership, independent India would not have become what it is today,” Singh said.

“But unfortunately, a section of people who either do not have the patience to read history or would like to be deliberately guided by their prejudices, try their best to picture Nehru in a

CNTC concerned over spurt in adulterated liquor dens Imna Along bags leadership Colony councils urged to shutdown spurious liquor outlets in their areas

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Council (DMC) how those liquor dens, especially those in the garb of mineral water bottles outlets selling spurious and adulterated liquor, have procured their trade licenses and for what purpose?

CNTC has appealed to all the GBs, chairmen and colony councils to penalize the house owners and landlords in whose premises those dens and outlets were being run. “Most of these outlets are located near schools and colleges causing deep negative impact with harmful consequences on our children,” CNTC stated. It asserted that the presence of such spurious liquor outlets in almost every neighbourhood should be

locked down by respective colony councils.

Further, CNTC sought to know from the district administration why it has allowed “this nefarious activity to continue right under their very nose?”

According to CNTC, those outlets were banned for some few days the last time, but have all opened up and resumed their business as usual.

As regards, CNTC has urged the commissioner of police to take some exemplary action on those police personnel who were seen collecting their daily quota from these outlets.

“These policemen are bringing disrepute to uniform service by becoming cheap purchasable commodities of being by made a buyable item by some few bottles of adulterated liquor,” CNTC maintained.

CNTC also urged the churches “to stop seeking and receiving donations from those kingpins of liquor syndicate and liquor barons as the church’s very stand on prohibition becomes completely questionable and hypocrisy.”

Meanwhile, CNTC has asked every concerned citizen to ponder “how our conscience allows us to sleep peacefully” when such huge toll of lives and health of “our people” were being snatched away by “this anti social activity of liquor syndicates in nexus with unscrupulous elements.”

DNSU Friday served a seven-day ultimatum on Commissioner of Excise, Dimapur to close down all illegal liquor dens, outlets and thoroughly check flow of liquor in the town from the date of publication of its press release.

hand sanitizer amid the election-day rush.

Italy towns on lockdown after death: A dozen towns in northern Italy are on effective lockdown after the new virus linked to China claimed a first fatality in Italy and sickened an increasing number of people.

The secondary contagions have prompted local authorities in towns of Lombardy and Veneto to order schools, businesses, and restaurants closed, and to cancel sporting events and Masses. An initial ordinance penned by the health minister imposed an effective lockdown on 10 towns around Lodi, southeast of Milan. But individual cities such as Cremona issued their own restrictions, cancelling school after confirming cases.

A team of WHO experts visited Wuhan city, the epicentre of the novel coronavirus, Saturday as death toll due to the epidemic climbed to 2,345 with 109 more fatalities reported, while the confirmed cases of infection rose to 76,288, Chinese health officials said on Saturday.

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Imna Along receiving the award on Saturday.

DIMAPUR, FEB 22 (NPN): Higher & Technical Education and Tribal Affairs minister and state BJP president, Temjen Imna Along was awarded the ‘Leadership award for exemplary work in the field of Education and Tribal Affairs’ at the 16th World Education Summit at Hyderabad on Saturday.

Imna Along also unveiled the Asia’s first magazine on Innovation in Education Special Issue on AI: Gamechanger for Indian

Education Sector during the Summit.

Taking to twitter, chief minister Neiphiu Rio congratulated Along on being honoured with the award.

“Proud of this befitting recognition,” Rio tweeted.

State BJP also expressed profound happiness and lauded Along for bringing laurel to the BJP Nagaland in particular and Nagas in general. BJP said Along’s good example has shown how commitment and hard work paid off.

false light. But I am sure, history has a capacity to reject fake and false insinuations and put everything in proper perspective,” he said.

The book ‘Who is Bharat Mata’ by Purushottam Agrawal and Radha Krishna, contains selections from Nehru’s classic books Autobiography, Glimpses of World History and the Discovery of India; his speeches, essays and letters from pre and post independence years; and some of his most revealing interviews. It was first brought out in English and now its Kannada translation has been released.

The book also comprises reminiscences and assessments of Nehru by some of his contemporaries such as Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Sardar Patel, Maulana Azad, Aruna Asaf Ali, and Atal Bihari Vajpayee, among others.

Missing trader returns home DIMAPUR, FEB 22 (NPN): A 70-year old nonNaga businessman who reportedly went missing on February 21 returned home on February 22 around 11 p.m.

According to reports, proprietor of Nagaland Cold Drinks located at New Market-- Parimal Ghosh reportedly went missing on February 21.

Sources said that Gosh, after closing down his shop, took an autorickshaw to go home but did not turn up.

The family members then lodged and FIR at West Police Station.

As police swung into action to locate his whereabouts, sources said that only his leather chappal was found in one location.

Investigation was on to ascertain the reasons behind the incident.

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Kaito graces Asuto town golden jubilee celebration

DIMAPUR: Asuto town (EAC headquarter) under Aghunato administrative circle, celebrated its golden jubilee on February 21 at EAC office compound under the theme, “lakhi shino thuwuni” (growth in unison) with G Kaito Aye, minister, Agriculture and Cooperation as special guest.

According to DIPR, while speaking at the occasion, the minister said that jubilee was a time to celebrate the efforts of the initiators, a time to relive the wonderful memories gone by and to pray for a blessed future till the next momentous jubilee. He added that Asuto town celebrating 50 years of its existence could have been better and wellequipped in all aspects had the people, irrespective of status, worked as one for the welfare of the people.

He also appealed to the gathering especially the leaders and people of the area to be cooperative towards the government and to extend their sincere efforts to bring about changes on developmental aspects. While thanking the planning committee for inviting him to be a

Minister G. Kaito Aye speaking at the golden jubilee programme as special guest. (DIPR)

part of the celebration he promised that he would put his sincere efforts towards some developmental works in the area.

Khehovi Yepthomi advisor, Tourism, Art and Culture delivered the welcome address, Pukhayi Sumi, advisor Food and Civil Supplies, Legal Metrology and Consumer Protection and Taxes spoke on his views on the evolvement of Asuto town and his aims to evolve further in the near future, while greetings on behalf of the Sumis was delivered by

Hekushe Shikhu, president Sumi Hoho.

Earlier, the celebration began with unveiling of the jubilee monolith and souvenir by the special guest in the presence of advisors Pukhayi Sumi, Khehovi Yepthomi, Peter Lichamo deputy commissioner, Uniel Kichu, superintendent of Police, Hekushe Shikhu president Sumi Hoho and Khehoshe Yepthomi president NDPP. Earlier, the occasion saw cultural items, indigenous songs and activities.

NBSE & EA organise ‘Ashoka Changemaker Day’ Correspondent KO H I M A , F E B 2 2 (NPN): Ashoka Innovators in collaboration with the Nagaland Board of School education (NBSE) and Entrepreneurs Associates (EA), Nagaland, organised “Ashoka Changemakers Day” at Kevilhouü Rio auditorium, G Rio School, Kohima on February 22.

Special guest, chief secretary Temjen Toy asserted the students to utilise their talents to achieve their goals. He also told them to have determination and discipline to compete in today’s generation, stating that students from Nagaland sometime feel very small and inferior to others. However, he advised them to break from that barrier and move forward and connect to the world.

He also urged the students to be the ambassador of change and bring changes in the society.

Resource persons for the day included a distinguished team of Ashoka fellows and changemakers, comprising of Ajit Singh, founder & CEO Anant Innovations, Hasina Kharbhih, founder and MD of Impulse Social Enterprises; Aayush Gupta, founding team, Fampay and Disha Shah, Ashoka

PMKK training centre inaugurated in Mokokchung

DIMAPUR: The only skill India training center in Mokokchung under Prime Minister’s flagship skill training and development programme, Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra (PMKK) was inaugurated on February 21 by Kuzholuzo Azo Nienu, MLA. According to a press release, while speaking at the occasion, Azo commended the PMKK skill development programme under ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship was a very good initiative of the government of India and appreciated the same for transforming the lives of the youth. Comparing life as a journey with many challenges along the way, he emphasised that the youth must undergo many trainings in life to be well-equipped and overcome and to survive.

He also encouraged the trainees to try and strive towards becoming entrepreneurs instead of just becoming employees at a juncture where employment at the government sector has reached a saturation point.

He expressed his happiness in learning that the center not only caters to the need

Kuzholuzo Azo Nienu, MLA along with trainees and other invitees.

of the people of Mokokchung district alone but also to those from the other districts as well.

In his speech, Imtirenba Changkiri, placement officer of the center expressed gratitude to the officers at the head office in Delhi for showing leniency and special consideration towards Mokokchung center while setting up the same, without which the center would have never happened. He stated that the center has already enrolled about 600 trainees already and has provided employment to more than 150 successful candidates.

He hoped that the center would expand in the years to come and provide more training courses/job roles. Further, he believed that the center would be-

come a major training and employment hub not only for the district but also for the neighboring districts and render help to the society in tackling the unemployment problem in the state.

Meanwhile, Akangnungsang Ao, editor Ao Milen, encouraged the trainees to be more diligent and hardworking and cautioned the trainees not to be swayed away by all the worldly glamour but to plan and save resources for the future.

Earlier in the prog ramme, Imkongakum Longchar, center manager welcomed the guests and outlined the programmes under PMKK. He also appreciated the exceptional teamwork and hard work displayed by the trainers as well as the operation staff at

NYK Zunheboto conducts district youth convention

EAC Zunheboto James Renbi Kikon along with NYK officials and the youth members.

DIMAPUR: Nehru Yuva Kendra (NYK), Zunheboto conducted district youth convention for the youth with the objective of building the capacity of the youth on February 20 at SKK, hall, Zunheboto, with James Renbi Kikon, EAC as the special guest.

A press release from DYC, NYK Zunheboto John Makhabo stated that, James Renbi said that in India 60 million youths were unemployed totalling to 23.70 percent in 2018, and in the context of Nagaland 25.5 percent of youth were unemployed, which is the highest in India. He added K Y M C

that in Nagaland every year 4000 to 5000 educated youth were added to the unemployment scenario.

Stating that nearly 75% of Nagaland economy was controlled by outsiders, James encouraged the youth to join in the green pasture of meat production sector.

He also made a clarion call upon the youth to make use of their land for productivity and income generating activities.

John Makhabo, DYC i/c NYK Zunheboto highlighted the various programmes and activities of NYK. He also called upon the rural youth clubs to play

pro-active role in building the nation through their cohesive efforts. He exhorted them to avail govt. free skill trainings and become a professional.

Sport materials were distributed by special guest to the youth clubs who have placed their applications for it. Special cultural presentation were given by the youth clubs members.

Programme was chaired by Realito, NYV, Shiholi Kiba, NYV invoked Gods’ blessing, Ghunaka, NYV, NYK gave welcome address and Inakhe Chophy NYV, NYK extended vote of thanks.

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the center.

Earlier, programme was chaired by Sentinaro, CRM-BPO trainer, Imlikokba shared his testimony as a trainee and Shilula, associate pastor (women), Mokokchung Town Baptist Church pronounced dedicatory prayers.

It may be noted that the center was established

by Empower Pragati Vocational and Staffing Pvt. Ltd. Each PMKK center trains a minimum of 1000 trainees a year and Mokokchung center is one of them offering three vocational courses, CRM-BPO, make-up artist and room attendant trainings. The programme targets youth, school and college dropouts by providing both training and employment and is free of cost.

NNC condolence DIMAPUR: Naga National Council (NNC) has expressed shock at the demise of Kh. Salouni, CEC member of NNC who passed away on February 18.

A condolence message from Naga National Council vice president, B. Pashen stated that, late Salouni was the son of Khulu of Zhifümai village of Shepoumaramth region, who assumed office as a regional president of Shepoumaramth region on February 26, 2010.

Naga National Council stated that he was later entrusted to be the central executive council (CEC) member Naga National Council and served wholeheartedly and dedicatedly all his life for the Naga nation, where his untimely demise was a great loss for Shepoumaramth people and the nation. His National service rendered for the Naga Nation will always remain in the eye of every Naga, stated the Naga National Council and conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and that the departed soul rest in peace.

Temjen Toy with organisers, Ashoka Innovators team and organisers at Kevilhouü Rio auditorium, G Rio School, Kohima on February 22. (NP)

Young Changemaker 2019 including three Ashoka team members from Bangalore.

Chairman of the NBSE, Asano Sekhose in her welcome speech stated that this programme was the first of its kind in Nagaland and expressed her desire to see students becoming changemakers and problem solvers in society.

CEO of EA Neichute Doulo also encouraged the students to embrace change

stressing that it was the way forward to succeed in the coming days. Since early February NBSE and EA had been encouraging students from across Kohima to send in their ideas that they felt could solve problems they had encountered.

10 entries were selected from the 40 entries and the top 10 were given to pitch their ideas to the gathering of 1500 students from 44 schools and dignitaries at the Kevilhouu Rio audi-

Seven villages ban cow herding & hunting

KOHIMA: Seven villages namely Kezoma, Kezobasa, Kezoma town, Sakhabama, Dihoma, Chedema and Thenyizuma village councils held a combined meeting at Sakhabama Village Council (SVC) hall on February 8.

A press release from VCC Kezoma Puhovi Tase and VCC Sakhabama Viyol Thuphre stated that, the meeting resolved to regulate cow herding and ban on hunting within their confined jurisdictions.

The release stated that the traditional practise of releasing cows to open grazing in the fields will be banned and the cows shall be watched over by cow herders throughout the year, with the restriction for

both to be enforced from March 1.

The combined meeting also resolved that cows found wandering outside the domain of the watchman or grazing in other’s territory is deemed to be killed.

Likewise, the meeting also resolved that hunting of bird and animals is strictly prohibited and any violator including strangers within its jurisdiction would be dealt seriously as per the resolution.

The resolutions were passed in the presence of seven village VCCs, GBs, VCMs and youth bodies. It also appealed the general public and neighbours to extend full cooperation for the welfare of all.

NSCN (R) terminates

DIMAPUR: NSCN/GPRN (Reformation) has terminated Deon Swu, deputy secretary from both active and primary membership of the party/government with immediate effect. In a press release, NSC (R) MIP said the Deon was terminated due to his “wilful defilement” of the “azha” and henceforth, Deon has no more connected with any of NSCN (R)’s affairs and that anyone dealing with him, shall be doing so at one’s own risk and volition, which shall not reflect on the image of the NSCN (R) in any manner.

torium.

Jury comprising of Shanavas C, principal director, SE; Rangumbuing Nsa, addl secy, NBSE; Ajit Singh, Hasina Kharbhih, Aayush Gupta, Disha Shah & Neingulie Nakhro selected the top three winners who will be invited to Ashoka’s national launchpad to be held in a few months time. Mesele Doulo of Little Flower School won the competition proposing “Express queues in hospi-

tals & mobile vans or mobile clinic to provide door to door medical treatment to persons with severe disabilities”. The second position was bagged by Roshni of Stella Higher Secondary School who shared the idea of “Traffic – no parking signboard” while the third place was won by Jentina Yaomei Shangkhu of Little Flower Higher Secondary School who pitched for solutions on cramped “Urbanization”.

Speaking to the students during the Idea Pitch session, the principal secretary, School Education and SCERT, Menukhol John appreciated the students for their problem solving ideas for a better Nagaland and opined that the government of Nagaland should conduct such changemaker day in all the districts of Nagaland. He promised to ensure that all the idea pitches should be directed to the concerned departments so that the solutions they proposed would benefit the state while also keeping the students informed about the developments taking place. The cash prize for the first, second and third positions along with consolation prizes for all the 40 entries were sponsored by department of School Education.

news in Brief Free liver health camp at OHRC Kohima: Free liver health camp will be held at Oking Hospital & Research Clinic (OHRC), Kohima on February 25, 10 a.m to 4 p.m, where a team from Fourtts India is scheduled to conduct free fibroscan at Oking Hospital and Research Clinic, Kohima. Patients should get themselves registered at Oking Hospital & Research Clinic, Kohima. For further information they may call Oking Hospital, Kohima at 03702290080/2290146.

TBBWA informs: Tibetan Bhutai Buddhist Welfare Association (TBBWA) Hongkong Market has informed that all shops under the association will be closed from February 24 to 27, for Tibetan New Year according to lunar calendar. Association further regretted for the inconvenience.

DNNRE postpones: Dimapur Nkonjan Nyiro Range Ekhüng (DNNRE) has informed that the executive meeting convened on February 21, has been postponed to February 28, 2 p.m at the residence of its chairman Chiporao Ngullie, Notun Basti, Dimapur. All executive committee members, village representatives, beaurucrats, DBs & GBs and elders of the Dimapur Nkonjan Nyiro Range Ekhüng have been requested to attend the meeting. Village representatives have also been asked to collect the yearly membership for 2019 & 2020 and bring to the meeting.

Orientation for state resource group: Nagaland Education Mission Society, Samagra Shiksha will be organising one-day orientation programme for state resource group for readers club on February 26, 10 a.m at SIRD conference hall. All the state resource group members for readers club have been requested to attend the training programme.

Condolence messages for late Kakheho Sukhalu DIMAPUR: Political leaders, organisations, political parties and various individuals have expressed shock at the untimely demise of Kakheho Sukhalu, former MLA and vice-president NDPP, and conveyed deepest condolences to the bereaved family members.

MP (LS): Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), Tokeheho Yepthomi, has expressed deep pain at the demise of late Kakheho. In a condolence message, Yepthomi described late Kakheho as a person who spent most of his life in service of the people, whether he held office or not. Tokheho said he had known late Kakheho first as a friend and then as a politician. The MP said the state has lost a very dedicated public leader and that his absence will be deeply felt in the NDPP and Zunheboto district in particular.

Further, he hoped that the living God would grant courage to the grieving family to face this adversity and for the departed soul to rest in peace.

Ex-PAN: EX-Parliamentarian’s Association of Nagaland has expressed deep pain at the demise

of Kakheho Sukhalu, exMLA. In a condolence message, the ex-PAN described late Kakheho as a sincere, efficient, dedicated and bold leader. It said late Kakheho dedicated his entire life for the welfare of the people. Ex-PAN said his death was not only a loss to his family members and his constituency but also a loss to the Naga people. Further, ex-PAN prayed that Almighty God gives solace and comfort to the bereaved family members and the departed soul to rest in eternal peace.

CNTC: Central Nagaland Tribes Council (CNTC) has expressed its deepest condolences on the passing away of Kakheho Sukhalu. In a condolence message, CNTC described late Kakheho as a true dedicated humble and a gentlemen leader whose visionary contributions for the society will be always be remembered and cherished.

Further, CNTC has prayed to God to give solace to the bereaved family and comfort in this painful moment.

WSH: Western Sumi Hoho (WSH) has expressed heartfelt condolences over

the demise of Kakheho Sukhalu. In a condolence message, WSH described late Kakheho as one true gentleman and a very dedicated, humble, selfless and a true visionary leader.

The hoho said his demise was not only a loss for the Sumis in particular but the Nagas in general and that the vacuum would be difficult to fill. Further, the hoho prayed to the Almighty to grant comfort to the bereaved family and all his relatives and keep them strong in this sad moment.

ZRSU: Zunheboto Range Students’ Union (ZRSU) has conveyed heartfelt condolences to the family of late Kakheho.

In his demise, ZRSU said the union has lost a visionary leader, whose gentle personality and human warmth endeared him to all.

Further, ZRSU also prayed that his family finds the strength needed to forge ahead in his huge absence and for the departed soul to rest in eternal peace.

NDPP secretary general: Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) secretary general, Abu Metha has expressed

deep pain at the demise of his good friend and and senior leader late Kakheho Sukhalu. Metha said late Kakheho was a founding member of the NDPP and served as senior vice president till his demise.

Metha added that late Kakheho was one of the key leaders who struggled and made enormous efforts to bring the party to where it is today. Further, Metha along with his family have conveyed deepest condolences to the members of the bereaved family and prayed to Almighty God to let the departed soul rest in peace.

AUZT: Asukhomi Union Zunheboto Town (AUZT) has expressed deep sorrow and grief over the demise of late Kakheho Sukhalu. In a condolence message, AUZT described late Kakheho as a visionary and hard working leader who worked tirelessly to uplift the constituency and its populace in particular and Zunheboto district in general. The union has prayed to the Lord Almighty to grant eternal peace to the departed soul and give strength and peace to the bereaved family members.

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WEATHER FORECAST February 23

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Agartala Hazy sun

33 14

Partly sunny

27 10

Guwahati Times of clouds and sun

30 15

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28 10

Itanagar Mostly sunny and nice

26 15

Shillong A thunderstorm in the area

20 9

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Dimapur Mostly cloudy and not as warm 28 15 Mkg

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2020

(L-R) Renchamo Kikon, M. Yanthan and Y. Patton at Kohima, Saturday. (NP)

Correspondent KOHIMA, FEB 22 (NPN): Deputy chief minister Y. Patton asserted that as Naga solution gets closer, Nagas must remain steadfast and prepare to accept what was good for the people in the state.

Exhorting the gathering during the Kohima Lotha Hoho (KLH) general session at AMK building Kohima Saturday, Patton urged the members to remain united amongst the community.

He maintained that Lothas had pioneered in many fields, whereby he said the younger generation must uphold the legacy. He also appealed to forgive and forget one’s shortcomings and to strive for unity.

He stressed on tribal dialect to be preserved and to secure the identity, wherein he viewed that educational institutions, organisation including the parents should emphasise on mother tongue as the first language.

For the welfare of Lotha community and to educate the upcoming generation and to preserve the cultural identity, Patton encouraged the Lotha Hoho Wokha, Kohima and Dimapur to set up a traditional showcase gallery and gave his commitment to support in opening the gallery.

Advisor of Horticulture and Border Affairs, Mhathung Yanthan in his brief address advised the government employees to be sincere and committed in their service and to go

beyond their assignment so that they do not leave any space for regrets after retirement. He also encouraged them to contribute the best for their society during their time in service and to live an exemplary life as ambassadors for the community with love and respect for each other.

Lotha Hoho chairman Er. Mhondamo Ovung greeted the members and acknowledged LHK for the successful completion of present tenure. In his brief address, Ovung urged the members to maintain and proper usage of traditional attires and to keep up the values. He also appealed for generous contribution towards the upcoming Lotha Tribal Council hall building at Wokha.

Chairman Lotha Hoho Dimapur, Y. L Jami in his brief address expressed delight that the primary Hohos under Lotha Hoho were working in unison. Reminding that Lotha has the ability to contribute towards the whole Naga society, he appealed the members to have positive approach and contribute for the welfare of the state.

Vice chairman KLH Jonas Yanthan in his presidential note thanked all the members for their cooperation during its humble effort in the service of the community. He further entreated the new team to give greater zeal and sacrifice of their wisdom and good will to take the Lothas ahead.

Meanwhile a new team of office bearers was inducted during the second session for the term 2020-2023.

The new team was led

by C. Pankathung Lotha as Chairman, Y. Likao Humtsoe as vice chairman, S. Chonbemo Lotha as general secretary, Tsenimo Lotha joint secretary, Chibosao M oz h u i t r e a s u r e r a n d Tsanso Lotha as finance secretary.

Senior pastor Kohima Lotha Baptist Church pronounced dedicatory prayer to the newly inducted members.

‘Memoriographia’ book launched Staff Reporter DIMAPUR, FEB 22 (NPN): Rosemary Kikon (Rozumari Samsara) launched her book “memoriographia” here, Saturday, at DBIDL hall, Don Bosco School campus, Dimapur.

Speaking at the programme, Dr. Lanusangla Tzudir, publisher, Heritage Publishing House said that “every book is a journey” and that the best part about reading a book was “getting to know the author”. While sharing her experiences with the book and getting to meet the author after a hiatus, she said that Rosemary was an “over comer”. “She took life as it was thrown to her, she confronted it and overcame many things”, she added.

Remarking the book as something much more than poetry, Dr. Lanusangla hoped that each reader would find themselves in the pages of the book. She thanked Rosemary for adding meaning to her work and believed that it would take poetry to a higher level.

While launching the book, Alongla P. Aier, professor, English and Communication, OTS Dimapur learnt that the book was about Rosemary making peace with herself, with her past and her family and the acceptance of life as life gets thrown to oneself.

Rosemary Kikon, author of the poetry book. (NP)

“This book is not just voicing out passionate expressions of somebody who has grown up through difficult times in Dimapur with her family, but she very well captured the cultural milieu of her time and generation”, Alongla said.

She cong ratulated Rosemary and said that her hard work of five years have paid off. “The fighter and survivor that you are, may this book tell your story well and as the readers go through this book, may they also see their own souls reflected in the pages you’ve written”, she added.

Meanwhile, Rosemary Kikon opened the book launch with her poem, “the Kikon sisters” which sums up her memory with her sisters in their home at Duncan Basti, Dimapur. She also performed “imperfect Rose” which talks about her experiences growing up in Dimapur till the time she moved to Germany,

an autobiographical poem that encapsulates her life.

Later after the launch, she recited “Naga Bruce Lee”, “the coolest guy”, “fault line”, “mother’s cross” and “sad helicopter” from her book.

Earlier, Renthunglo Shitiri compèred the programme, Bokali Haralu pronounced invocation, while Lamneiphal Khongsai performed Dimapur reading part I, “Rongsen the Chamuk”, a poem Rosemary wrote for her late close friend.

Rosemary Kikon is a performing artiste and a poet. She has performed her poems at the Copenhagen Poetry Club, Tokyo’s bar Gari Gari and Berkeley Poetry Slam. Her poems have been featured in Tokyo Poetry Journal, Zubaan Books and The many that I am: Writings from Nagaland.

She was the first runner-up at the Copenhagen English Poetry Slam 2016.

RBCK celebrates golden jubilee in Kma Activities on Beti Bachao Beti Padhao at Chessore Town

RBCK sunday school children presenting special song during jubilee celebration. (NP)

Correspondent KOHIMA, FEB 23 (NPN): Rongmei Baptist Church Kohima (RBCK) celebrated its golden jubilee with the theme “Triumph of Christ’s gospel” with administrative assistant NBCC Rev. Dingshungngamang Kamei as the speaker on Saturday.

Rev. Dingshungngamang Kamei in his jubilee message said that the celebration of golden jubilee

by Rongmei Baptist Church, Kohima is a huge landmark but the work of the church grows bigger in its mission to win more souls for the Lord. He also emphasized that worldly ailments could be cured but only God can cure spiritually. On the oc-

IMI 2.0 awareness campaigns held in various districts

D I M A P U R : Re g i o n a l Outreach Bureau, Imphal, ministry of Information & Broadcasting, India, in collaboration with the ministry of Health & family Welfare, India and New Delhi held awareness campaigns on Intensified Mission Indradhanush 2.0 (IMI) at Kiphire, Phek, Wokha and Peren districts of Nagaland in the month of February. A press release from Neo Foundation troupe leader Nomiat Devi stated that, campaign was carried out by the private registered Troup M/S Neo Foundation, Singjameithongamleikai Imphal west at Kiphire and Phek districts, M/S Kangleipak Musical Association, Thanta heibung Maningleikai Thoubal district at Phek and Wokha districts, M/S Totemic Fusion Kohima, Nagaland at Wokha and Peren districts.

Troupes communicated message through singing, dancing and performing different items on the street. They also requested the crowd to spread the word and to regularly immunize their children.

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casion, he acknowledged the pioneers and church leaders for their sincere and faithful service for the Lord for the last 50 years.

Earlier, the jubilee monolith was unveiled

by Guithiuliu Gaiduwan Kamei church founding member. Programme was chaired by Pouthoi Gangmei vice chairman celebration committee, invocation prayer by Rev. Gaidon Kamei pastor RBCBC, welcome address delivered by pastor Jenthailung Kamei chairman celebration committee and special songs were presented by women fellowship RBCK, Gaichanglungliu G. Kamei, Sunday School department and jubilee choir. Jubilee

souvenir was released by executive secretary RBCAN Mathiuthai Gonmei, special prayer said by executive director Greater Life Mission Rev. H. M. Gongmei, scripture reading by Thuanreilung Gangmei deacon RBCK, words of gratitude by secretary celebration committee Kungchuiliu Kamei and benediction prayer by pastor Jenthailung Kamei RBCK. Programme was attended by RBCK members, various churches delegates from Kohima, Dimapur, Manipur and others.

Later, in the evening extravaganza programme, Pouhourei Gangmei pastor i/c RBF Chumukedima was the speaker.

DIMAPUR: Two-day activity on Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) organized by the district administration Tuensang in collaboration with the Mahila Shakti Kendra (MSK), District Level Centre for Women (DLCW) and Sakhi-One Stop Centre (OSC) was held on February 21-22 at Chessore Town.

The campaign was undertaken with specific focus on skill development, emotional and physical abuse under the theme, “Be Empowered”.

One day skill development for adolescent girls programme was conducted at Sangto Christian School Chessore with activities like essay writing, drawing competition and extemporary speech on the topic, “girls education, women empowerment and domestic violence”.

Programme was aimed for empowerment of girl child through activities like literary competition and other shared ideas through practical participation while trying to explore the hidden talents.

Earlier the session was

initiated by district coordinator MSK Tuensang, Niamkoi S, who highlighted concise introductory on BBBP scheme.

EAC Chessore, Toking Yimchunger, appraised the gathering to thoroughly understand about the concept of BBBP with the motive that the people of Chessore would also accept to meet the social and other challenges faced by girl child in Chessore area.

He also called upon the gathering, especially the male students, elders and teachers, to take the lead to bring about ideological change towards girl child in understanding their unspoken problems so that there can be inclusive efforts for inclusive development in building a vibrant society.

The activities were Songmao M, women welfare officer - Mahila Shakti Kendra Tuensang and Herola, case worker Sakhi-One Stop Centre Tuensang. Altogether around 80 students from different schools from Chessore town participated in the programme.

Gujarat's Parul University is home to 1263 students from 52 countries 353 Students attend exchange programs

Parul University students participating in a Semester Exchange Program in Germany.

VA D O D A R A : A s a unique feature Gujarat State's Vadodara City based Parul University hosts 1263 Foreign Students from 52 different Nations. These include mainly African Countries such as Sudan, Angola, Asian Countries such as Myanmar, Laos and Gulf Countries such

as Jordan, Kuwait etc.

Due to presence of wide diversity of International Students, the students on campus receive a global environment during the teaching learning process.

353 students of Parul University, have undergone semester exchange programs of trimester, semester and

annual categories in the year 2019 in 53 well known global universities of 30 different countries such as Canada, USA, Russia, Germany, Switzerland and Belgium.

All above students have also received credit transfer for the subjects they have learnt in various universities abroad. In addition to this, 63 students from University of Applied Sciences, Bern, Switzerland, ITMOU, Russia and other universities abroad have participated in the summer schools organized by Parul University in the year 2019.

53 Professors from globally recognized international universities have visited Parul University in past year to teach students and to engage them in quality research.

Students of Parul University also receive 100% Scholarship, Travel Grant and Free Accommodation in European Universities under ERASMUS, program.

Parul University has MOU with reputed universities across the globe which includes universities like Skoda Auto University, Czech Republic, University of Mainz, Germany, Poznan University, Poland, Kansas University, USA, People's University, Russia, Bern University Switzerland, Asefen Burg University, Germany, Mons University.

Belgium, Graduate School of Engineering, France, Humber College, Canada, Maribor University S l o v e n i a , Vi l n i u s University, Lithuania.

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Police Baptist Church (PBC), Chümoukedima “church leaders training” was held on February 22 with Rev. Lima associate pastor DABA as resource person. (PBC Chümoukedima)

Second issue of Greenland Nagaland

DIMAPUR: Greenland Nagaland, an English magazine was launched on January 26 at Dimapur circuit house by minister C. M. Chang as chief guest and advisor Dr. Nicky Kire as guest of honour.

A press release from the organisers stated that, the second issue of the magazine was launched on February 14 at Development Authority Nagaland (DAN) house Dimapur. Speaking on the occasion, Pangzangkokba, secretary DAN said that the fact that second issue appeared on Valentine’s Day was proof enough of the sincerity of the people behind the publication and exhorted that every person in the state must think of this magazine as their mouth piece and honest projection of progresses visible within the state.

He urged everyone in the state to advertise their business and help the media with cooperation which would be mutually rewarding. Noleto Visa, senior executive officer, DAN explained the efforts that goes in to come out with an attractive magazine. He thanked everyone present and hoped that everyone in the state of Nagaland shall in one way or the other benefit

from the magazine.

Meanwhile, Dr. Swaraj Mukherjee, an eminent professional who provided his global exposure and multidiscipline experience

as the editor delivered the key note address and chief guest and guest of honour offered support for continuity and sustenance of the publication.

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Govt. teachers in Mnp threaten hunger strike

Correspondent IMPHAL, Feb 22: Striking teachers of government schools in Manipur on Saturday threatened to launch hunger strike if the state government fails to address their demands.

Teachers of government schools were on cease work strike since the first week of February under the aegis of Council of Teachers' Association (COTA). COTA comprises of the All Manipur Elementary School Teachers' Association, All Manipur Secondary School Teachers' Association, and All Manipur Government Higher Secondary Lecturers Welfare Association.

The teachers have been pressing the state government to adopt pay structures recommended by the 7th Pay Commission to the teachers serving in government and higher secondary schools.

While resorting to cease work strike, the teachers also staged a protest at the zonal education offices (ZEO) at various districts.

Striking teachers of Manipur government schools protesting inside ZEO Bishnupur district on Saturday. (NP)

of agitation such as relay hunger strike, courting mass arrest and fast unto death would be launched,” he said.

To take a decision in this regard, a general body meeting of COTA will be convened after consultation with teachers’ bodies affiliated to COTA, he said.

He said that they had submitted memorandum after memorandum to the chief minister since August last year demanding implementation of the 7th Pay in toto. However, there was no response till date.

In addition to implementation of the 7th Pay, the government must rectify the Revision of Pay (ROP) 2019 for school teachers.

ROP 2019 has pushed down school teachers to the lowest level and even implementation of 7th Pay would not be able to correct this injustice, Shantakumar said.

ROP was done every 10 years by the government taking into account the inflation rate, he asserted.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2020

Former Tripura Chief Secretary sent to police custody again Agartala, Feb 22 (IANS): A local court on Saturday extended police custody of former Tripura Chief Secretary Yash Pal Singh, arrested on Monday in a multi-crore PWD scam from UP’s Ghaziabad district, to three more days.

Special Public Prosecutor Ratan Datta said the Special District and Sessions Judge Sabyasachi Datta Purkayastha ordered three more days of police custody for Singh who was brought here by a Tripura police team after getting his transit remand on Tuesday.

“The former Chief Secretary would again be presented before the Special District and Sessions Judge on February 24. Some important files related to the multi-crore PWD scam are missing.

The police during the three-day custody would interrogate Singh to know more details about the financial bungling,” Datta said.

A team of senior police officers late Friday

night questioned Singh and two other accused in the alleged multi-crore PWD fund irregularities -- former state PWD and Finance Minister Badal Choudhury and former PWD Chief Engineer Sunil Bhowmik.

Singh was state Principal Secretary (PWD) during 2008-09 when the reported misappropriation linked to the implementation of various projects worth Rs 638 crore had taken place.

The Vigilance Wing of Tripura government had on October 13 last year filed an FIR against veteran CPI-M leader and former state PWD and Finance Minister Badal Choudhury, former Chief Secretary Yash Pal Singh and former PWD Chief Engineer Sunil Bhowmik.

Both Choudhury and Bhowmik were granted bail by the Tripura High Court a few weeks ago after their arrest on October 14 and October 21, respectively last year.

The case has rocked

Tripura politics in the past six months. According to Law and Education Minister Ratan Lal Nath, the Public Works Department under the previous Left Front government in 2008-09 had clubbed together 13 projects -- five bridges, five buildings and three road projects -- being implemented at a cost of Rs 638 crore on cost-plus norms.

Terming it as the “biggest scam in the history of Tripura”, Nath said Rs 164 crore had been siphoned.

Opposition Communist Party of India-Marxist and Congress leaders, including former Chief Minister Manik Sarkar said the Bharatiya Janata Party-led government had hatched a conspiracy against CPI-M central committee member Choudhury to malign the previous Left government.

“No corruption took place during the 35-year rule (1978-1988 and 19932018) of the Left parties in Tripura. Instead, state infrastructure and all other sectors improved in the state,” Sarkar said.

O n S a t u r d ay, t h e teachers staged a protest inside the ZEO premises at Bishnupur district headquarters.

Taking part in the protest, COTA convenor Ch Shantakumar strongly condemned the adamant

attitude of the state government towards addressing the demands of the teachers.

He threatened that if the government continues to sideline their demands, they will launch different modes of intense

agitations if due process to implement the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission in toto is not initiated at the earliest.

“We are currently staging sit-in-protest at ZEOs. Different modes

ABSU urges Centre, Assam govt to release Ranjan Daimary

Panel on Assam Accord to submit report on Feb 25

Assam govt primary schools for Islamic Veteran Left leader religious studies to drop word ‘maktab’ Bajuban Reang no more

GUWAHATI, FEB 22 (PTI): The High Level Committee on Implementation of Clause 6 of Assam Accord will formally submit its report to the state government on February 25, senior minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Saturday.

The committee completed the report on February 10 and it is currently with the state government’s Assam Accord Implementation Department in a sealed cover.

The committee, headed by Justice (retired) B K Sharma, will submit the report to CM Sonowal in the presence of the entire state cabinet, Sarma, a key BJP leader in the NE, told reporters here. The cm will then send the report to Union HM Amit Shah who will go through the report and if required, call the committee members to New Delhi for discussions, he said. Clause 6 of the Assam Accord says constitutional, legislative and administrative safeguards, as may be appropriate, shall be provided to protect, preserve and promote the cultural, social, linguistic identity and heritage of the Assamese people.

Guwahati, Feb 22 (PTI): The Assam government will drop the word ‘maktab’ (Islamic religious studies) from the names of 63 state and state-aided primary schools with immediate effect, Education Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Saturday.

The state government’s decision comes close on the heels of its step to convert the staterun madrasas and Sanskrit ‘tols’ (ashrams teaching Sanskrit and religious scriptures) into higher secondary schools.

Sarma said schools with names, including the word ‘maktab’, will, however, retain the remaining part of their names.

Only the ‘maktab’ word will be removed from the names of schools, he said, adding that it created problems for students who, after completing their education in primary schools, seek admission in high schools.

“The students from such schools are questioned about their abilities to cope with studies at the high schools, where there are no

Assam Rifles honours Dipa Karmakar and eminent sportspersons in Agartala

Manipur university VC dismissed over irregularities

Ko kra j h ar ( A s sam), Feb 22 (PTI): The All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU) has appealed to the Centre and the Assam gover nment to release NDFB(R) chief Ranjan Daimary, who was one of the signatories to the Bodo Peace Accord.

Daimary is serving life sentence for his involvement in the 2008 serial blasts in Assam in which 88 people were killed.

The militant leader, who was released on bail two days ahead of the signing of the Accord on January 27, was sent back to jail on February 20.

ABSU president Dipen Boro, in a press note issued here on Saturday, urged the central and the state governments to release Daimary “in the interests of implementing the Accord and for lasting peace” in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) of Assam.

“ABSU appeals... for the greater interest of the implementation of the Accord and peacebuilding process and giving the mark of respectable

opportunity for the leadership of NDFB to join the mainstream through the Accord after they have shunned the path of armed struggle,” the release said.

The Accord was signed between the Centre, the Assam government, all the four factions of the National Democratic Front of Boroland (NDFB), the ABSU and civil society group United Bodo People’s Organisation.

Other NDFB factions have also sought the immediate release of Daimary and warned of protests if the demand was not met.

The ABSU, in the release, also condemned the recent killing of a person in Udalguri district, that falls under BTR. The students’ body demanded stern action against those responsible for the incident.

It said that the killing was attempted at destabilising the atmosphere in BTR and also appealed to all the communities to maintain peace in the region.

Dipa Karmakar felicitated by Lt Gen Sukhdeep Sangwan.

AGARTALA, FEB 22: DG Assam Rifles, Lt Gen Sukhdeep Sangwan honoured Padma Shri cum Ar juna Awardee Dipa Kar makar along with other budding athletes/ sportspersons and coaches of Tripura at a special ceremony in the presence of IGAR(E), Maj Gen GAV Reddy and DIG Tripura K Y M C

Sect, Brig AK Sharma.

A press release by PRO ( Defence) stated that the General Officer complimented the players for motivating youth in adopting sports as "a way of life."

He assured the players of the Assam Rifles's commitment towards promoting the "proven as well as the promising talent" in sports

in the North East and also apprised them of the Assam Rifles Public Shillong being recognised by the Govt of India as a Sports School along the lines of Sports School Rai (Sonepat) in Haryana. He said the school will promote sports and will get funds under the Khelo India Scheme of the Govt.

New Delhi, Feb 22 (PTI): Manipur University Vice Chancellor Adya Prasad Pandey was dismissed by the government following complaints of financial and administrative irregularities, according to an HRD Ministry order. The HRD ministry on Friday dismissed Pandey after an inquiry. In an inquiry report, he was found indulging in “financial and administrative irregularities, including misconduct, dereliction of duties, abuse of power and lack of commitment, causing great harm to the academic environment and bringing the varsity into disrepute”, the order stated.

Pandey was placed under suspension in 2018 after violent protests erupted on the varsity’s campus which led to prolonged shutdown of the institute. “The President of India, on consideration of facts and materials available on record and reply submitted by Adya Prasad Pandey... in exercise of the power conferred upon him in terms of sections 13 of Manipur University Act, 2005, has been pleased to dismiss him from his post with immediate effect,” the order stated.

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religious studies that they had at the primary level”, the state finance minister said.

Sarma said the madrasas and Sanskrit ‘tols’ had been already informed about the government’s decision to convert them into higher secondary schools and the process, which will be initiated after the presentation of the state budget, was expected to be completed by August.

The minister said the Assam government would spend Rs 710 crore for infrastructure development at religious places, including roads leading to them, under its ‘Assam Darshan’ scheme.

An amount of Rs 10 lakh will be given to 915

religious institutions or places of spiritual tourism, including 459 temples, 186 ‘satras’ (Vaishnav monasteries), 123 namghars (prayer and community halls), 47 mosques and 27 churches, Sarma said.

The government will also give an additional Rs 2 lakh to ‘devalayas’ or places of worship, for which lands were given by the erstwhile Ahom rulers. These lands were later returned to the government, which paid an annual annuity to the committees.

“The state government has decided to increase the amount of annuity by Rs 2 lakh to 74 ‘devalayas’”, Sarma said.

Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will formally hand over these grants to representatives of these religious institutions at a function in Guwahati on Monday.

In the second phase of ‘Assam Darshan’, the government will promote 316 tourist destinations and picnic spots. The work will be implemented by the tourism department, the minister added.

Agartala, Feb 22 (IANS): Seven-time Lok Sabha member and veteran Left leader Bajuban Reang died here on Friday night after a protracted illness, CPI-M sources said on Saturday. He was 79.

The prominent tribal leader of the northeast is survived by his wife, two sons and a daughter.

Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) central committee member Badal Choudhury said Reang, also a three-time member of the Tripura assembly, died at a private hospital where he was admitted early on Friday.

After a funeral procession attended by a large number of Left leaders, members and the public, as per his wishes, Reang’s body was donated to the government-run Govind Ballabh Pant Medical College and Hospital.

Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb, former Chief Minister and CPI-M politburo member Manik Sarkar and the party’s state secretary Gautam Das were among the host of leaders who condoled the death.

Born in a farmer’s family in Bokafa in southern Tripura, Bajuban Reang, a former Tripura agriculture minister, was also a champion javelin thrower and a sports enthusiast.

Soon after completing his graduation, he joined politics initially with the Congress and was elected in the union territory assembly polls in 1967 on a Congress ticket.

S u b s e q u e n t ly, h e joined the CPI-M where he rose up the party hierarchy. He was re-elected to the assembly two more times and also became the President of the Tripura Rajya Upajati Ganamukti Parishad (TRUGP), a frontal body of the CPI-M. The TRUGP, one of the oldest tribal based organisations in India, was formed in 1948.

A CPI-M central committee member, Reang was first elected to the Lok Sabha in 1980. Though he lost the two parliamentary polls of 1989 and 1991, the tribal leader was re-elected to the Lok Sabha in 1985, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2004 and 2009.

Biren attends over 500 cases in monthly public interaction

N Biren Singh (File)

Correspondent IMPHAL, FEB 22: Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh attended complaints and grievances of over 500 people during his monthly Meeyamgi Numit and Hill Leaders’ Day held jointly at Chief Minister’s Secretariat on Saturday.

First preferences were given to differently-abled persons, widows, and oldaged people to resolve their grievances and issues. The chief minister personally attended around 500 complaints and met nearly 1500 people from 7.30 am till 1.00 pm, it added.

Health department officials were deputed to the CM’s Secretariat to attend

to the people seeking medical assistance, issuance of CHMT cards, reimbursement and health care in government medical hospitals.

Officials of Manipur State Co-operative Bank Ltd, education (s), minority and other backward classes, social welfare, police department, State Bank of India etc. were also deputed to the venue to attend to the grievances of the public.

Huge numbers of people were seen gathered at the gate of CM’s Bungalow from early morning to obtain gate pass.

The Chief Minister’s Secretariat made elaborate arrangements for the convenience of the general public.

Light refreshments including water, tea and snacks were provided to visitors.

A medical team along with an ambulance and a team of Manipur Fire Service were kept on standby at the complex for any emergency.

Unlike the previous events, the chief minister did not brief the media. In the previous months, the chief minister would brief the media on the outcome of the event.

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DECLARATION OF ACTUAL NAME

I, H Vikato Sema, son of Hevuto Sema permanent resident of Asuto village, district Zunheboto, Nagaland and serving as DB-2 under DC office Zunheboto, hereby declare that my actual name is H Vikato Sema which is recorded in all my official documents. But in my Contingent Appointment order bearing Order NO ESTT-I/2003/284. Dt Agto the 15th July, 2004 my name is inadvertently recorded as H Vikato Aye and in regularized order bearing NO. ESTT-4(DLRB) 2014- I 5 /448, Dated Zbto the 1st Feb, 2020 and aadhaar card bearing number 5822 0042 7188 as Vikato Aye. That the above mentioned names: H. Vikato Sema, H. Vikato Aye and Vikato Aye are the same and my name shall be rectified as H. Vikato Sema for all official purpose, legal proceedings and all occasions.

DP-1372 AFFIDAVIT (DECLARATION)

Regd. No. 421/2020 Date : 21-02-2020 I, Shri. Rup Narayan Tamang, S/o late K S Lama, aged about 58 years and a resident of Upper Chandmari Colony Kohima, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm on oath and declare as follows:1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India.

2. That in all my academic documents, Appointment Letter and Indigenous Non Naga Local Certificate my name has been entered as Rup Narayan Lama.

3. That also in my GPF Statement bearing A/C no. NL/GA-4155, SBI Bank Passbook bearing A/C No. 10277133815, Aadhaar Card No.876973508811, Land Patta No. 615 (Upper Chandmari, Kohinma), Patta No. 295 and Patta No. 304 (Pudumpukhuri, Dimapur) my name has been recorded and entered as R N Lama.

4. That the names Rup Narayan Tamang, Rup Narayan Lama and R N Lama refers to one and the same person i.e myself.

5. That this affidavit is made to declare that I shall revoked the previous name i.e Rup Narayan Lama and R N Lama and from today onwards I shall used my name as Rup Narayan Tamang and the same shall be use for all official purpose and future references.

6. That this affidavit shall be used as a piece of evidence of the fact and proof as mentioned above and also to be used for any rectification if arises in future.

Deponent K-516

K Y M C

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2020

Donald Trump visit: preparations in full swing

‘Millions to witness Trump-Modi roadshow’

AH M EDABAD / N e w Delhi, FEB 22 (PTI): “Millions” of citizens will witness “monumental” roadshow in Ahmedabad on February 24 when US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will cover a distance of 22 kms from the airport to Motera stadium, as per a video tweeted by Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani on Saturday.

Trump and PM Modi will address the “Namaste Trump” event at the cricket stadium after the roadshow.

Notably, the US President recently said that PM Modi had told him that there will be 10 million people to greet him on his arrival for his maiden visit to India.

“The world’s oldest democracy meets the world’s largest democracy, when US President Donald Trump will arrive at Ahmedabad in India on February 24, when 100s of artists will gather to greet him at the airport, when millions of citizens will witness a monumental roadshow, when thousands of artists will exhibit the essence of India, and when Modi and Trump will address the world from its largest cricket stadium,” the video announced.

The 55-second video, prepared by the state government with the voice-over in

English, was the latest in the series of promo clips been shared by the CM in the last few days.

“This is when the whole world will witness the bond between two dynamic democracies. Let’s welcome Donald Trump and Melania Trump, a momentous junction in the friendship of India an America,” it said.

Speaking to reporters at the Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Tuesday, Trump said that Modi had told him that “we’ll have 7 million people between the airport and the event.”

He later upped the number of people to 10 million. “They say anywhere from six to 10 million people are going to be showing up along the route to one of the largest stadiums in the world, the largest cricket stadium in the world, which is brand new and beautiful,” the US president had said.

Amid claims on the number of people turning up for the roadshow, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) Commissioner Vijay Nehra had tweeted on February 16 that “more than 1 lakh participants already confirmed for the 22-km roadshow”.

Trump will arrive in Ahmedabad around noon on February 24 for a less that 36-hour visit to India.

He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation including First Lady Melania Trump, the President’s

The US president will attend “Namaste Trump” event along with Prime Minister Narnedra Modi at newly-constructed Motera Stadium, which has a seating capacity for 1.10 lakh people.

More than 10,000 police personnel have been deployed as part of security arrangement for the programme and the road-show.

Modi unlikely to visit Taj Mahal with Trump

Convoy rehearsal ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump’s maiden visit to India, in Ahmedabad, Saturday. (PTI)

daughter Ivanka Trump, son-in- law Jared Kushner and a galaxy of top US officials. NSK

Fourth cargo plane lands at Ahd airport

Another cargo plane of the US Air Force landed at the Ahmedabad international airport on Saturday ahead of the February 24 visit of US President Donald Trump to the city.

The C-17 Globemaster cargo plane, fourth in the last few days, carried security equipment and a special vehicle that is likely to be part of Trump’s convoy, sources said.

The three cargo planes that had landed in recent

days mainly carried various equipment for the US President’s security during his maiden visit.

Trump will arrive in Ahmedabad around noon on February 24 for a less that 36-hour visit to India.

He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation including First Lady Melania Trump, the President’s daughter Ivanka Trump, son-in- law Jared Kushner and a galaxy of top US officials.

According to sources, the ‘Marine One’ helicopter of the US was part of the cargo which had landed a few days back. After landing of the first C17 Globemaster on the last Monday carrying

various equipment and an SUV, two more such cargo planes had landed in the last few days, they said.

One of the planes carried a giant SUV--White House Communications Agency (WHCA) Roadrunner--which could be part of Trump’s cavalcade during his 22-km long roadshow on February 24.

The WHCA Roadrunner, also known as the MC2V (mobile command and control vehicle), serves as the communications hub for the motorcade by encrypting duplex radio and streaming video, which in turn is beamed to a military satellite that sends the data back to the ground.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to accompany US President Donald Trump and his family members during their visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra on Monday, official sources said.

The US President will arrive in Ahmedabad at around noon on February 24 for a less that 36-hour visit to India. He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation including First Lady Melania Trump, the President’s daughter Ivanka Trump, son-in-law Jared Kushner and a galaxy of top US officials.

After attending an event at Ahmedabad, the Trumps will travel to Agra on Monday afternoon to visit the Taj Mahal before arriving at the national capital for the main leg of the visit.

When asked about reports that Modi may accompany Trump to Agra, official sources said there was no such plan.

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They said the visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra by the US President and his family members will afford them the opportunity to view the historical monument suitably. Therefore, no official engagements or presence of senior dignitaries from the Indian side is envisaged there, the sources said.

Modi will be in Ahmedabad on Monday where a public reception will be accorded to the US President and the First Lady.

The Prime Minister will also be present for the Delhi leg of the visit where official engagements are envisaged on February 25, the sources said.

ferred the query on the matter to the Delhi government.

There was no immediate reaction from the Delhi government.

US President Donald Trump, accompanied by wife Melania, daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner and a high-level delegation, will arrive in Ahmedabad around noon on February 24 for a less than 36-hour-long trip to India.

From Ahmedabad, the delegation will travel to Agra before arriving at the national capital for the main leg of the visit.

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his deputy Manish Sisodia are unlikely to be present when US First Lady Melania Trump visits a Delhi government-run school in the national capital on February 25, according to sources.

As per the original schedule, both Kejriwal and Sisodia were to accompany Melania Trump during her visit to the school, people familiar with the matter said.

Kejriwal and Sisodia were also to brief the US First Lady about the “happiness curriculum” introduced by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, sources said. When contacted, a US embassy spokesperson re-

President Donald Trump’s visit to India, the BJP on Saturday said this trip will be a landmark moment in Indo-US relations and the opposition party should take pride in the “nation’s achievements”.

The BJP also said there are times when political parties should keep aside their identities and “think as one nation”.

This comes a day after the Congress said Trump’s visit should not become an extension of the US presidential election campaign but yield concrete results for India.

The visit should not be reduced to a photo opportunity or a PR exercise.

Put aside political BJP to Cong Kejriwal, Dy CM may not identity: Taking on the Congress accompany Melania over its scepticism about US

No discovery of gold UP BJP MLA gets clean chit in Remember what happened in gangrape case, nephew arrested deposits in Sonbhadra: GSI Gujarat: BJP MLC to Pathan

Nirbhaya: Court dismisses convict’s plea New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS): A Delhi court on Saturday dismissed a petition filed by one of the Nirbhaya convicts seeking treatment for mental illness, schizophrenia and injuries in head and arm.

While dismissing the plea, Additional Sessions Judge Dharmendra Rana observed, “It is evident that the convict is not only being provided regular medical care, but regular supportive therapy sessions are also being conducted for him by specialists.” The convict -Vinay -- allegedly attempted to hurt himself by banging his head against a wall in the jail earlier this week.

While seeking a direction to shift Vinay to the Institute of Human Behaviour & Allied Sciences (IHBAS) in Delhi for “high level treatment”, his counsel A.P. Singh had contended that his client is suffering from mental illness and schizophrenia.

Vinay has exhausted all this legal remedies. He, along with three other convicts, are scheduled to be hanged on March 3 at 6 a.m.

Ravindra Nath Tripathi (File)

had been named in the FIR, has been booked for manhandling and abusing the woman, he added.

The officer said that after the woman’s statement was recorded before a magistrate, the probe was handed over to a two-member team, including the Gulafsha women’s police station incharge.

The team failed to find any evidence to corroborate her charges, Singh said.

The woman also refused to undergo medical examination, he added.

The complainant, a

widow, had alleged that she was first raped by Tiwari in 2016. She said she did not lodge a complaint back then as Tiwari had promised to marry her, Singh had said on Wednesday.

She alleged that in the run-up to the 2017 Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls, she was kept at a hotel for a month by Tiwari. All the seven accused would visit the hotel and repeatedly rape her, he had said.

She also claimed that when she got pregnant, she was forced to undergo abortion, the officer had said.

Kolkata/Sonbhadra (UP), Feb 22 (PTI): The Geological Survey of India (GSI) on Saturday said there has been no discovery of gold deposits estimated to be around 3,000 tonnes in Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, as claimed by a district mining official.

“Such data was not given by anybody from GSI.... GSI has not estimated such kind of vast resource of gold deposits in Sonbhadra district,” GSI DG M Sridhar told PTI in Kolkata this evening.

“We share our findings regarding any resources of ore after conducting survey with the state units.... We (GSI, Northern Region) had carried out work in that region in 1998-99 and 19992000. The report was shared with UP DGM for information and further necessary action,” he said.

The exploration works of the GSI for gold was not satisfactory and the results were not encouraging to come up with major resources for gold in Sonbhadra

district, he added.

Sonbhadra district mining officer K K Rai had said on Friday that the gold deposits were found in Son Pahadi and Hardi areas of the district. The deposits in Son Pahadi are estimated to be around 2,943.26 tonnes, while that at Hardi block are around 646.16 kilogram, the official said.

Rejecting the claim, Sridhar said that in its report after exploration in the district “the GSI has estimated a probable category resource of 52,806.25 tonnes of ore with 3.03 grams per tonne gold (average grade) for a strike length of 170m in Sub- Block-H, Son Pahadi of Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh”.

“The mineralised zone having an average grade of 3.03 grams per tonne of gold is tentative in nature and the total gold which can be extracted from the total resource of 52,806.25 tonnes of ore is approximately 160 kg and not 3,350 tonnes as mentioned in the media,” the DG clarified.

Nagpur, Feb 22 (PTI): Hitting out at All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) leader Waris Pathan over his ‘15 crore Muslims can be heavy on 100 crore’ remark, Maharashtra Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislator Girish Vyas has said he should remember what happened in Gujarat.

Vyas, who is an MLC and a BJP spokesperson, also urged the Muslim community to boycott people like Pathan and “teach them a lesson”.

“The youths and patriots of this country and each worker of the Bharatiya Janata Party are ready to give a befitting reply to Waris Pathan in the same language he has used,” Girish Vyas said while speaking to TV9 news channel on Friday.

“We are tolerant and patient, but this not does mean that we cannot deal with them. Remember Gujarat, the incidents happened in Kalupur. If they

Girish Vyas (File)

take that into account...I feel the Muslims there today do not dare to rise again,” he said.

Vyas was apparently referring to the 2002 postGodhra riots in Gujarat, in which over 1,000 people, mostly of the minority community, were killed.

“Maharashtra chief minister (Uddhav Thackeray) should take action against Pathan for sedition and the Indian government should send him to Pakistan,” he added.

Vyas, who is from Nagpur, dared All India Maj-

lis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen leader Pathan to come to his city.

“We will make proper arrangement for you. Do you think we are wearing bangles? We are ready to deal with you. But we feel that there should not be any disharmony in the society,” he said.

“We request the Muslim community to boycott such people. The community should teach a proper lesson to those who are trying to create disharmony in the society,” Girish Vyas added.

While addressing an anti-Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) rally at Kalaburagi in North Karnataka on February 16, Pathan had allegedly said, “We have to move together.

We have to take Azadi (freedom), things that we don’t get by asking, we have to take it by force, remember it...(We may be) 15 crore, but are heavy on 100 (crore), remember it.”

Shaheen Bagh stir continues; demands withdrawal of cases Court about their security.

They also told her that cases against Jamia and Shaheen Bagh protesters should be withdrawn.

The protesters demanded that the proposed National Population Register should not be implemented and the action should be taken against ministers for their controversial remarks. The families of those who died or injured during the agitation should be given compensation and the government should promise security for

the protesters.

Ramachandran, while leaving the protest site, said she would speak to Sanjay Hegde, the second interlocutor appointed by the top court, about her meeting with the protesters. ‘’The agitation has been continuing for more than two months, putting at discomfort many people who live near the protest site,’’ she said. Senior advocate and another interlocutor Sanjay Hegde could not visit Shaheen Bagh on Saturday as he was not in town.

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Bhadohi (UP), Feb 22 (PTI): Police on Saturday gave a clean chit to local BJP MLA Ravindra Nath Tripathi in a gangrape case as “no evidence” was found against him and arrested his nephew, officials said.

Five others, who had also been named in an FIR lodged on Wednesday, were also absolved of rape charges by the district police, they said.

The FIR was lodged against Tripathi and his kin on a complaint by a 40-yearold woman who had alleged that they had raped her in 2017.

“During investigation, no evidence was found against the Bhadohi MLA and five others. They have been given a clean chit,” Superintendent of Police (SP) Ram Badan Singh told newspersons here.

“Tripathi’s nephew Sandeep Tiwari has been arrested on charge of rape,” he said. Another member of the family, Neetesh, who

A file photo of Shaheen Bagh anti-CAA protesters.

NEW DELHI, FEB 22 (AGENCIES): Amid efforts to convince the antiCAA protesters of Delhi’s Shaheen Bagh to end their agitation, which has been going on for over 70 days now, a road on Kalindi Kunj stretch linking Jamia to Noida as briefly reopened on Saturday (February 22, 2020), reports Zee News Media .

The road no. 9 had remained blocked for nearly 70 days due to the ongoing anti-Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) protests at

Shaheen Bagh.

According to DCP Southeast, the road no 9 was briefly opened but it was closed again by the other faction of anti-CAA protesters of Shaheen Bagh.

The closure of the road, exacerbated by roadblocks put up by traffic police in Delhi and Noida, had been a major point of contention against the antiCAA protest and has been the subject of a Supreme Court-authorised mediation.

Meanwhile, the Su-

preme Court-appointed interlocutor Sadhna Ramachandran made a surprise visit to Shaheen Bagh on Saturday morning to persuade the protesters, who put forth a series of demands before her.

Addressing the protesters, Ramachandran said, ‘’If the road isn’t cleared, then even we would not be able to help you. We are not saying that Shaheen Bagh should be dismantled.’’

The protesters asked her if there was any direction from the Supreme

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OPINiON/EDITORIAL

Nagaland Post Vol. XXx NO. 77 Dimapur, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2020

Balanced growth needed

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inancial institutions in Nagaland have been the topic of debate in the past especially on their willingness not to finance loans.

All banks in Nagaland have approximately around Rs.1,00,000crore deposits out of which hardly 30% have been given as loans under various schemes and projects. The CDR ratio is quite high and it is time to re-infuse capital for economic activities. The issue of loans and mortgage also came up in the recently concluded assembly session especially over the merit and demerit of implementing or not implementing the Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest (SARFAESI) Act, 2002. The Act in question was also amended in 2019 and in perspective, the entire Act seeks to regulate and restructure the aspects of loans vis-à-vis security and mortgage issues etc. For Nagaland and other tribal states (or areas under Sixth Schedule) in the region, what is of crucial importance is on the issue of banks taking over mortgaged lands or properties provided as collateral for loans in case of default of loans. In the assembly discussions on the matter could not satisfy the opposition. However, the leader of the house and chief minister had informed the house that the Act was not acceptable or applicable to Nagaland over the issue of auction of mortgaged lands or properties of indigenous inhabitants of the state. What has been suggested is that since ownership of land and its resources forms part of the larger clauses under Article 371A, non-indigenous buyers of such lands or properties through bank auction would violate the protection given to the indigenous people. In other words, if allowed to be implemented in its current form and without any amendment with respect to the constitutional protection; in a not so distant future, it could also lead to indigenous tribes and communities in being alienated from their lands. The role of banks in economic development cannot be under stressed. It is the oil that drives the engine of economic development. There had been several debates over this issue and each have their own logic and so one cannot subsume the other. The issue of some inhibition on the part of financial lending institutions towards local entrepreneurs has several factors. While local entrepreneurs claim that banks do not show the same willingness or enthusiasm to lend money to them in contrast to what is shown to other non-local traders and business persons; the banks also have their tales. One of the tales of the banks is that in other areas beyond the cadastral areas of Dimapur, it is almost impossible to confiscate/ seize mortgaged land properties etc unless a law on this is passed. However SARFAESI Act which aims to do just that would also not be in the interests of the indigenous people. Besides this matter, at one time Entrepreneurs Associates from Kohima had also alleged that banks in Nagaland were not interested to give loan to local entrepreneurs. The so-called ‘bias’ against local entrepreneurs needs to be seriously looked into as the two sides have to meet at some point.

Banks need to be made people-friendly in these days of global business while local entrepreneurs must also accept they also need to upgrade themselves about banking and business innovation. On its part, the government should be pro-business while also playing the role of custodian of rights of the indigenous people.

DailyDevotion The Discipline of Spiritual Perseverance

Be still, and know that I am God… —Psalm 46:10 Perseverance is more than endurance. It is endurance combined with absolute assurance and certainty that what we are looking for is going to happen. Perseverance means more than just hanging on, which may be only exposing our fear of letting go and falling. Perseverance is our supreme effort of refusing to believe that our hero is going to be conquered.

Our greatest fear is not that we will be damned, but that somehow Jesus Christ will be defeated. Also, our fear is that the very things our Lord stood for— love, justice, forgiveness, and kindness among men— will not win out in the end and will represent an unattainable goal for us. Then there is the call to spiritual perseverance. A call not to hang on and do nothing, but to work deliberately, knowing with certainty that God will never be defeated.

If our hopes seem to be experiencing disappointment right now, it simply means that they are being purified. Every hope or dream of the human mind will be fulfilled if it is noble and of God. But one of the greatest stresses in life is the stress of waiting for God. He brings fulfillment, “because you have kept My command to persevere…” (Revelation 3:10).

Continue to persevere spiritually.

Quotes

Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen. ~ Winston Churchill

Nagaland Post, Dimapur SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2020

Post-mortem

Protests are not just against the CAA-NRIC-NPR trinity T he other part of the movement, therefore, must be to deepen our unity and solidarity. It must address not just the state but each of us. In the end, the kind of country we become will be determined not by law or court judgments, but by whether love or hate colonises our hearts.

The Indian people have risen. Resolute both in their solidarity and their resistance, in cities and towns, and even villages across the country, people of various faiths and identities have spilled out in hundreds of thousands. With no single leader, at the vanguard of this rising are young people and working-class Muslim women. Its icons are Mahatma Gandhi and Babasaheb Ambedkar and its symbols the Tricolour and the Constitution. The national anthem, sung rousingly in every protest, has become a protest chant.

With fear and silence broken, voices of dissent ring out. We are stirred by defiant poetry and slogans celebrating our solidarity and freedom, the country and the Constitution.

I t i s a m ove m e n t without precedent in the journey of the republic.

But many wonder if the movement will succeed, whether it will weary and

whimper out, whether it will be crushed, and where it will finally lead.

Those who wor r y about success mistake the character of the resistance.

It is a grave error to view this merely as a battle against the CAA-NRICNPR trinity. It is a rebellion against the audacity of a government asking citizens to prove they belong. It is a warning that the government must listen to its people. It is a spontaneous rising against fear, hate, discrimination and violence, and the dangerous project of militarist Hindutva nationalism. It is an uprising against a government which demonises students, dissenters and minorities. It is the rejection of its failures to address the hopeless realities of everyday life, of joblessness, farm distress, violence against women and a broken economy.

It is apparent that the movement has already succeeded in numerous ways. Its paramount success is that it is the first national movement for Hindu-Muslim unity after Mahatma Gandhi was taken away from us. Indeed, it is a movement for the unity of people of various religious and caste identities. When poor Sikh farmers camp cold nights in Shaheen Bagh to prepare

langar with desi ghee for their protesting sisters, it represents the triumph of what is finest in our civilisational traditions. “We have seen the suffering of 1947”, one says. “We want to ensure that this never happens again”.

A second success of the movement has been the re-politicisation of students in universities across India. For too long, most universities had become sterile sites deprived of both political and ethical reflection. Today students are teaching their elders not to hate, showing the way to a more caring and equal country.

A third accomplishment is the reassurance to India’s Muslim people. For Muslims, the past years have been harrowing and terrifying. Muslims were rendered politically irrelevant, and were treated as a political liability to every party. Bigotry, hate speech and lynching became an acceptable part of everyday life. I have travelled to protest sites in every corner of the country. In protests inspired by Shaheen Bagh led by Muslim women, I find the mood electrically festive. Less protests, these are more celebrations of the reassurance that India still is equally their country, that the promises of Mahatma

Gandhi and the Constitution were not empty, that we all stand together. This same sentiment permeates rallies of lakhs I have addressed, where men in skullcaps and women in hijabs joyfully wave the national flag, shoulder to shoulder with Indians of other faiths.

A fourth achievement is the reclaiming of the idea of nationalism by those Indians who include and unite rather than divide.

Those who truly love their country would not want it to be divided by hate, fear and violence. The resentful divisive nationalism of the right has been fittingly replaced by the patriotism of Tagore and Gandhi, in which you love your country by loving all its people, and respecting every other country.

A fifth victory is in making the Constitution the soul of the people’s movement. I get goose bumps each time, in mass as well as street-corner protests, when, usually led by young girls, crowds reverentially recite the Preamble of the Constitution. It is apt that “we the people of India” have come together to defend the Constitution at a time when it is most threatened.

The final triumph of the movement is that it compelled reluctant, morally ambiguous non-BJP

parties to take a stand to defend the Constitution, which they were willing to betray for petty considerations. It has also clearly rattled the Union government, leading it to lie that the NRC had not been its agenda, that detention centres don’t exist; and the obsession with Shaheen Bagh in the Delhi elections.

I am convinced that the movement must ride on these brilliant successes to move into its next phase.

Whereas protests and rallies will continue as long as people have the stamina and conviction to persist with these, the main focus of the movement must shift to non-cooperation with the NPR, due to roll out from April. If the NPR is allowed, it will allow the Union government at any time of its choosing to identify “doubtful citizens” for exclusion from a NRIC. A flawless NPR-NRIC is an unimplementable project. Its real aim is to push all of India’s Muslims, and with them vulnerable and dissenting groups, into permanent dread of when they could be disenfranchised and interred in detention camps. The movement must therefore compel state governments to refuse to implement NPR and to decouple

it from the census, which must continue.

It would be unconscionable for a movement to defend the Constitution for all of us to ride on the shoulders of India’s Muslims. who would be most brutally targeted for their non-cooperation in the present regime. The call for citizen boycott of NPR must focus on non-Muslims, because for Muslims the cost of disobedience will be intense and grave.

Finally, let us heed Maulana Azad: “Today if an angel were to descend from the Heaven and declare from the heights of the Qutab Minar that India will get Swaraj within 24 hours provided she relinquishes Hindu Muslim unity, I will relinquish Swaraj rather than give up Hindu Muslim unity. Delay in the attainment of Swaraj will be a loss to India but if our unity is lost it will be a loss to entire mankind.’

The other part of the movement, therefore, must be to deepen our unity and solidarity. It must address not just the state but each of us. In the end, the kind of country we become will be determined not by law or court judgments, but by whether love or hate colonises our hearts.

Harsh Mander (IANS)

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st Century India is showing its ugly color quite regularly and its casteist mind-set nakedly.

The truth is that the India is premised on Hindu order and with the BJP-RSS in control of the Government at the Centre more such episodes is bound to happen and thus expected in due course of time. Two young Dalits were subjected to the onslaught of a group of casteist mind-set in Rajasthan. This horrific incident happened on the 16th of February, 2020 and the FIR has been filed three days later. It shows the corroded caste mind-sets of the police and bureaucracy including the politicians who patronize caste that makes many to wonder whether the institutions of governance has by and large embedded with caste DNA. The videos went viral in the social media showing two Dalit cousins—18 and 23 years old were being badly beaten with rubber belts in Nagaur, Rajasthan.

The attackers went cruel as they inserted screw drivers into their private parts.

They were pleading the attackers— relatively a group of seven to let them free and yet was subjected to merciless beating despite falling unconscious and desperate pleadings. The two were simply beaten over allegations of theft.

Since the videos went viral the police and the state administration had to rush to the spot and intervened. Otherwise even this episode like many others would have been hushed up.

Seven people were held for beating and humiliating. Insertions of screwdriver in their private parts show the height of their psyche and state of mind of the perpetrators. Caste has corroded the mind-set of Indians by and large that manifests itself in horrifying formats. It is horrifying and by all means should be condemned by the right-thinking people. Action seems to have been taken at those who were involved in those heinous acts. Repeatedly and quite often we keep witnessing such horrific incidences. The forms and the manner in which the casteist mind-sets keep attacking the Dalits radically changing that makes many to think how low one could stoop.

Concentration of caste atrocities and casteist slur are rampant in the North Indian states where people take pride of their caste they belong to. For example, 47 per cent of atrocities from the state of Uttar Pradesh, 27 per cent from Gujarat, 15 per cent from Haryana, 14 per cent from Madhya Pradesh and little less in Maharashtra. Attacks against the Dalits keep happening in the Southern belts as well but relatively less. The atrocities keep rising since 2014 and mostly in BJP-ruled states. Hindu society needs real enemy to target. Apparently the Dalits seem to be their target since the time immemorial. System of caste is being reinforced and thus justified in the Hindu religion and so gets its legitimacy and sanction for such types of attacks.

Hindu society shows their hatred against the Dalits in such ways that their upward mobility in education and other areas shall never be tolerated.

That is why the Hindu fanatics evolve new strategy and tactics to attack the Dalits. The Hindu varna system and its Dharma very much functions on the basis of hierarchy and difference. RSS has made several derogatory utterances and narratives against the Dalits. Basically the core beliefs of the far-right Hindus get into such types of heinous attacks and casteist slurs show the new low and thus become new normal for most of the Indians. Very recently a Dalit sporting moustache and a Dalit bride groom on a horse during his wedding came under severe attacks. Such incidences do happen quite often in parts of India. Caste is a breeding ground in the Indian society and many are being sucked into it.

Caste is gaining momentum as there are no conscious attempts to annihilate it. Increasingly we see the young millennial get sucked to the caste syndrome despite education, economic and other mobility. Identity formation starts from the very perception of caste that one belongs. As he or she grows by and large he/she does not want to jettison caste, rather being proud of the caste tag they have. Caste is the pivotal agency that enjoins host of privileges to those who fall with the caste rungs. For the Dalits, caste becomes the stumbling block that inhibits them to move beyond—it is a strong citadel—a monolith which strongly built with layers of do’s and don’ts provisions and prohibitions that make annihilation impossible.

In a caste stratified Indian society the very societal dynamic revolves around caste. Validation of one’s identity is grounded on the caste that one belongs.

Dalits branded as “Untouchable” by the system of caste and so Dalits continue to face all sorts of humiliations in their existence. Recent incidence happened in Rajasthan is one among many. Casteist mind-set keeps inventing new modes of tortures in order to satiate their heinousness. Caste is monstrous and displays in various ways. It functions in such appalling ways that inflicts pain psychosomatically. Caste spews its venom causing deep injury to the psyche of the Dalits. It stunts the dignity and human esteem of the Dalits and inhibits them to move ahead with confidence.

The incidents that we come across periodically should be seen as against the resolve and resilience of the Dalits.

For centuries the Dalits have been facing the caste oppression and exploitation at all levels, but managed to survive to survive despite all kinds and forms of blockades. The casteists would go all out to stop the progress and advancement of the Dalits and evolve new ways and means to liquidate them, but Dalits have survived and it is hoped that there will be a break through wherein caste is annihilated.

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dapting to the emerging scenario, the cigarette manufacturers in the country soon have another mandate to benefit smokers. Besides the statutory warning and other relevant details, the packets will have to specify ‘best before’ or ‘expiry’ details, on the lines of other edible and consumable items, including medicines.

Yes, at last smokers too will get fresh cigarettes like those of consumable items. Sources in the Bureau of India Standard (BIS) said that research is ongoing on the subject as this is the long pending demand of tobacco and gutkha associations and even by the consumers.

Thus, tobacco manufacturing companies instead of decreasing production of cigarettes have stepped up production adapting to new business era with new tactics.

A data from World Health Organization (WHO) shows that tobacco use kills nearly six million people in a year.

The situation is equally bad in India with estimated number of tobacco users being 274.9 million as per Global Adult Tobacco Sur vey India (GATS).

This includes 163.7 million users of smokeless tobacco, 68.9 million smokers and 42.3 million users of both smoking and smokeless tobacco.

Cigarettes don’t really expire, but they go stale instead. When a cigarette goes stale it has lost its moisture in the tobacco and tastes differently. Commercial cigarettes usually don’t go stale unless the pack is opened. So, work is on to incorporate expiry schedule or the best before date on the cigarette packs which will be in the interest of consumers as well as manufacturers.

Thus, this novel idea to bring back more people especially beginners into the vicious whirlpool of smoking is yet another attempt by the tobacco companies. Equally disturbing is the rampant use of illicit cigarettes which are smuggled into India.

These cigarettes are often made by not keeping with the health standard and users of these kinds of cigarettes fall sick more often than we think.

Smoking is prevalent everywhere in the world and with the new technique of the cigarette companies; more people

are attracted and lured in to smoking. Lungs can be very badly affected by smoking. With the start of smoking, coughs, colds, wheezing and asthma may appear in a smoker.

Later it will lead to fatal diseases such as pneumonia, emphysema and lung cancer. The most baffling irony is that even though warning is printed on the cigarette packs, government is seen interested as if it has panache for promoting it.

Everyone, who has been smoking either for long or just started smoking, must know that smoking will surely lead to many diseases including premature death.

My brother–in-law was a chain-smoker whose lungs at last reduced to like a lump of charcoal and his last days were very painful. The greatest message he gave before breathing his last was to give up smoking how great a feeling one gets in the beginning by smoking. Smoking is just like a sugar-coated bitter pill- in the beginning it is sweet and in the end it will be bitter. So, say good bye to smoking with a firm decision.

T K Nandanan, Kochi

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Sir,

Who is to take responsibility

The recent developmental activities taking place in the state like the four-lane road construction, laying of new electric poles etc. is laudable.

However, the main concern is about the workmanship and who is to take responsibility. For instance, the four-lane road particularly from Purana Bazaar to Chümoukedima area is not a smooth ride unlike the four-lane roads in other states. In almost the entire stretch, the road is bumpy and not smooth. Accidents are bound to happen particularly vehicles moving at a high speed.

Correct me if I am wrong, it may be noted that the size of the road dividers may not be as per the specification of a national highway. Even the electric poles erected along the dividers are not positioned/aligned well.

Secondly, the massive electric poles that have been recently erected in and around Dimapur needs to be sturdy and alignments done appropriately. In most of the areas, the electric poles are not positioned well, some tilted. The concerned department should rectify all those pole before letting it of live. As the saying goes "as stitch in time save nine," therefore, the poles, if not positioned/aligned well may create unwarranted incidents.

Therefore, I as a concerned citizen, would urge the authorities concerned to take serious note of these issues before it is too late.

Temjen Longkumer, Concerned citizen of Dimapur

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

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synchronisation of artificial intelligence with human wisdom and said it would bring “speed to delivery of justice”. “In addition, in the changing times, issues like data protection, cyber crimes pose new challenges for the judiciary,” he said in his inaugural address.

“In recent times, there have been some critical judicial judgements and decisions which have been the subject of global discussion.

Before these judgements

‘16 lakh people joined AAP from across country since Delhi polls’

‘Campaign on social media to influence judiciary’

New Delhi, Feb 22 (PTI): A total of 16 lakh people have joined the Aam Aadmi Party since Delhi polls through its “nationbuilding” initiative launched to expand the party’s reach across the country, senior AAP leader Gopal Rai said on Saturday.

Right after the election, the AAP launched a campaign on February 11 under which it set up a phone number — 9871010101. By giving a missed call on this number people can join AAP’s campaign.

Rai said 16 lakh people, including 1,72,269 in Delhi and 1,81,212 in UP, have joined the AAP using the phone number. The party will launch a mega campaign in 20 states from Sunday.

“The Aam Aadmi Party will pursue the ‘politics of work’ across the country.

For this, from February 23, the party will start a campaign to join nation-building campaign in 20 states. As part of this campaign, posters will be put up in 20 states and the missed call number 9871010101 will be displayed on the poster,” Rai told reporters.

“Posters are being prepared in different languages for different states, so that people can be easily reached through local languages,” he said.

Rai said in addition, volunteers’ meet will also be

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organised in all states.

“All our office bearers will hold press conferences in their respective states to spread the model of positive nationalism and development which has come up in Delhi, as the politics of work got a place in Delhi,” he said.

He also said coordinators have been appointed for different states for this campaign.

State coordinators include Lok Sabha MP Bhagwant Mann from Punjab and AAP member Elvis Gomes from Goa. The AAP registered a landslide victory in the high-stakes Delhi Assembly polls, leaving the main rival BJP way behind and decimating the Congress in a bitterly-fought contest. Since then the party has again started building a national ambition. The AAP is, at present, recognised by the Election Commission as a state party.

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS): Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Saturday expressed concern over a “sinister campaign” on social media attempting to influence the judiciary.

Speaking at the inaugural session of the International Judicial Conference, Prasad said, “In a sinister trend, some people have started campaigning on social media on certain issues,” adding this section is trying to influence the judiciary, especially attempting to establish what kind of judgement should be on sensitive issues.

Prasad said this is a serious concern as the judiciary is independent. “They campaign in social media... on what kind of judgement they expect”, he added.

The Law Minister refrained from naming the protests or campaign against the Citizenship Amendment Act, especially the Shaheen Bagh protest which has been going on for more than two months. “I am a great supporter of social media and freedom, I know it is empowering. But, judges should be left completely independent to deliver judgement. Some people start campaigning as to what kind of judgement they expect, and if judgement is not in accordance with that, then they unleash forces of criticism”, said Prasad.

steps taken by it to empower women.

“Similarly, the government has brought about many changes, whether it be the appointment of women in military service or in the selection process of fighter pilots or regarding their freedom to work in the mines at night,” he said. He referred to India’s economic growth and said that five-six years ago, India was the 11th largest economy of the world.

“According to a report which appeared just 3-4 days ago, today India is the fifth largest economy of the world. Thus, India has shown that infrastructure development can happen simultaneously with the protection of environment,” he said. On the use of technology, the Prime Minister said the government is working towards connecting every court to the e-courts system and establishment of national judicial data could result in simplification of court processes.

New Delhi, Feb 22 (PTI): Congress leader Manish Tewari on Saturday said Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray “requires a briefing” on the Citizenship Amendment Rules-2003 to understand how the NPR is the basis of the NRC. Tewari also said that on the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), Thackarey needs to be reacquainted with the design of the Constitution that religion cannot be the basis of citizenship.

The sharp remarks by the former Union minister on the chief of the Shiv Sena, the Congress’ ally in Maharashtra, came a day after Thackarey met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, following which he said no one needs to fear about the CAA as it is not meant for throwing anyone out of the country.

“CM Maharashtra Uddhav Thackarey requires a briefing on Citizenship Amendment Rules -2003 to

understand how NPR (National Population Register) is basis of NRC (National Register of Citizens).

“Once you do NPR you can not stop NRC. On CAA -- needs to be reacquainted with design of Indian Constitution that religion can not be basis of Citizenship,” said Tewari, a Congress spokesperson.

The Shiv Sena chief had said an atmosphere is being created in the country that the NRC is “dangerous” for Muslims, but added that the exercise will not be carried out in Maharashtra.

Talking to reporters after his meeting with Modi that lasted nearly an hour, Thackeray had said he had a discussion on the CAA, the NPR and the NRC. “Talking about NPR and Census...the census happens every 10 years and it is important that it takes place. I have assured all the citizens of my state that no one’s right will be taken away,” he had said.

‘Bihar has Modi’s blessings’: Nadda’s reach out to BJP workers Patna, Feb 22 (PTI): Exhorting party workers in Bihar to spread the message that “BJP is synonymous with development”, its national president J P Nadda on Saturday asked them to work towards ensuring the NDA’s return to power in the assembly elections due later this year.

Nadda inaugurated, through video conferencing, 11 new district offices of the BJP across the state.

Speaking at the function, he called upon party workers to make use of technology at their disposal and explain to the people that “Bihar has the blessings of Narendra Modi, who has BJP National President JP Nadda addresses the party’s provided assistance worth state unit in Patna, Saturday. (PTI)

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billions to the state and these have been effectively utilised on the ground through Chief Minister Nitish Kumar”.

Nadda also asked workers to dispel “misinformation” about the Modi government’s measures such as abrogation of Article 370 provisions and making triple talaq a punishable offence.

He said they should explain to the people that these “decisive steps” had brought “happiness” to residents of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir who were previously deprived of many

rights and women who were aggrieved by the practice of instant divorce.

Apparently mindful of the dissidence that comes to the fore ahead of the elections with many aspirants not being considered for tickets, Nadda said, “Always do remember, politics is a serious full-time job where there is an entry point but no exit.”

“Do not get swayed by concerns of individual benefits. Do remember that if the party thrives, the benefits will reach all,” he added.

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He also hailed the Indian judiciary for redefining environmental jurisprudence to strike a balance between development and ecological protection.

While emphasising on the use of technology and the internet, PM Modi said it would help in procedural management of courts and would benefit the justice delivery system to a large extent. He also referred to

Constitution have resolved various challenges faced by the country on several occasions.” “We are proud of having developed such a rich tradition in India. In the last five years, various institutions of India have further strengthened this tradition”.

He also referred to the Centre’s endeavour in repealing 1,500 archaic laws and said, “Speed has been demonstrated not only in doing away with irrelevant laws but also in enacting new legislations aimed at strengthening the social fabric”.

The Indian Constitution guarantees gender justice under the provisions of the right to equality, PM Modi said, adding that India is “among few nations which has ensured the right to vote for women since independence”.

He also referred to his government’s flagship programme ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ to stress the

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were delivered, several apprehensions were being expressed about the consequences. But look what happened, 1.3 billion Indians wholeheartedly accepted the judicial verdicts,” PM Modi said.

He said it is going to be a decade of remarkable changes across the world which will impact all frontiers, be it society, economy, or technology, and these changes need to be rational as well as just and fair.

Talking about the contribution of Mahatma Gandhi, the Prime Minister said, “Gandhiji’s life was dedicated to the cause of truth and service, which are the foundational tenets for any system of justice and as you all know, he was himself a barrister and belonged to the fraternity of lawyers”.

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NEW DELHI, FEB 22 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said 1.3 billion Indians have disregarded apprehensions and “wholeheartedly” accepted recent critical judicial verdicts which were subjects of global discussion.

Speaking at the inaugural function of the International Judicial Conference 2020 - ‘Judiciary and the Changing World’ at the Supreme Court, PM Modi spoke about recent crucial judgements, in an apparent reference to path-breaking verdicts including in the Ayodhya case.

The Prime Minister said no country or society in the world can claim to achieve holistic development without gender justice and referred to laws on transgenders, triple talaq and on the rights of ‘Divyang’ (persons with disabilities).

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The combined entity will be the largest tower company in the world after China.

Vodafone Idea faces the most crucial survival issue to raise funds to pay AGR dues to the government. DoT has sought Rs 53,000 crore from it as pending AGR dues and so far it has paid Rs 3,500 crore and for remaining, it is assessing the amount.

Airtel, which has AGR dues of Rs 35,500 crore, has paid Rs 10,000 crore but is at a relatively comfortable position.

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dates back millennia,” he said.

The Arthashastra stresses on ethical ways of creating wealth, he said, adding that we need to focus on creating trust in the markets as well.

If governance standards have to be increased in the country, there has to be a greater focus on disclosing related-party transactions, the CEA said. The comments come in the wake of frauds like the one at nonbank lender DHFL. The Union Budget’s thrust on ‘Assemble in India’ should not be seen as substitute to the government’s flagship ‘Make in India’ programme, but as a complementary aspect which will act as a precursor to other goals, he said.

On the focus on ‘Assemble in India’, Subrama-

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS): The Department of Telecommunications on Friday approved the longpending merger of Bharti Infratel with Indus Towers to help both telcos, particularly Vodafone Idea, to sell their stakes in the entity to raise funds.

Official sources said the approval has been given to the merger without any conditions.

The deal was stuck as DoT held the FDI approval in abeyance due to a Rs 22,000 crore withholding tax dispute between UK’s Vodafone Group and India.

This approval was key for merger of the two tower companies and in turn, crucial for Vodafone Idea to divest its stake and raise

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nyism is that it is not better business models and processes which drive the growth, he said, adding that we should always aim for “creative destruction” where the incumbents are challenged.

In a critique of the dominant policy choices in the initial decades after Independence, Subramanian said “the tryst with socialism did not deliver the tryst with destiny”, referring to first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru’s famous speech when India attained freedom.

He also made a strong case for not depending only on recent work in economics to make policy choices and neglecting age-old texts like the Arthashastra.

“Scholarly work isn’t something that was written in the last 100 years but

Chennai, Feb 22 (IANS): City based Indian Bank has decided to load more of 200 rupee notes and stop loading and dispensation of Rs 2,000 notes in its ATMs as a customer friendly move, a senior official told IANS on Saturday.

“After withdrawing cash from ATMs customers come into the bank branches to exchange Rs 2,000 notes for smaller denomination currency notes. In order to avoid that we have decided to stop loading of Rs 2,000 denomination notes in ATMs with immediate effect,” the Indian Bank official said.

He said customers can withdraw Rs.2,000 notes from bank branches and they can also deposit them at bank branches and ATMs. Indian Bank will load Rs 200 denomination notes instead of Rs 2,000 in the currency cassettes.

According to the bank, the 2,000 currency notes left in ATMs after March 1 will be taken out.

When queried about Allahabad Bank ATMs, the Indian Bank official said the decision would be taken after the former was merged with the latter.

However, the Indian Bank’s move is not followed by other public and private sector banks.

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Krishnamurthy Subramanian. (File)

1980s and the developments in the auto sector since then to illustrate that simple assembly of parts to make a car is a precursor to manufacturing and also intellectual property creation.

Pointing out to the recently released Economic Survey, he said over four crore well-paying jobs can be created in the country by 2025 by focusing on assembling for the world, and the same can go up to eight crore by 2030.

Asked about the Budget’s thrust on imposing tariffs on certain sectors and how it has been criticised as being protectionist by some, Subramanian said we need to make a distinction between duties that are imposed on finished products against those on raw materials or intermediate goods which hurt exports.

“We need to move towards far more open trade policies on intermediate goods and raw materials to enable exports,” he told reporters.

To a question on external member of the Monetary Policy Committee Chetan Ghate’s pitch for more structural reforms, Subramanian said all measures like rate cuts and reforms work with a lag and we should allow time for their benefits to accrue.

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Mumbai, FEB 22 (PTI): India has some distance to go in fully shifting from pro-crony to pro-business policies, Chief Economic Adviser Krishnamurthy Subramanian said on Saturday.

It will be the pro-business policies that will enable the “invisible hands of the market” and also take the country to the goal of $5 trillion GDP, he added.

“Pro-business policies are those that enable fair competition in the country.

We have some distance to go in terms of enabling that fully. Pro-crony policies on the other hand just help incumbents and that is something that we have to stay away from in enabling the invisible hands of the market,” he said at an alumni conference of his alma mater IIT-Kanpur here.

Indian policymaking has been criticised for favouring crony capitalists in the initial decades after Independence, till the country shifted gears by adopting liberalisation in 1991.

Subramanian said after the CAG’s report on telecom spectrum allocations came out in 2011, investor returns from “connected companies”, a euphemism for crony firms, have been very low as compared to the broader indices.

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Italian towns on lockdown after 2 virus deaths

C O D O G N O, F e b 2 2 (Agencies): A dozen towns in northern Italy effectively went into lockdown Saturday after the deaths of two people infected with the new virus from China and a growing cluster of cases with no direct links to the origin of the outbreak abroad.

The secondary contagions prompted local authorities in the Lombardy and Veneto regions to close schools, businesses and restaurants and to cancel sporting events and Masses. The mayor of Milan, the business capital of Italy, shuttered public offices.

Hundreds of residents and workers who came into contact with an estimated 54people confirmed infected in Italy were in isolation pending test results. Civil protection crews set up a tent camp outside a closed hospital in Veneto to screen medical staff for the virus.

In the town of Codogno, where the first patient identified in the northern cluster was in critical condition, closed supermarkets, restaurants and shops made main street practically a ghost town. The few people

National and regional officials approved an ordinance that put 10 Lombardy towns in effective lockdown around Lodi, southeast of Milan, after the region reported a quadrupling of cases Friday. The number of confirmed infections rapidly changed, but by Saturday

A man wearing a sanitary mask walks in a street in Codogno, near Lodi in Northern Italy.

Washington, Feb 22 (AFP): Thousands of Russian-linked social media accounts have launched a coordinated effort to spread alarm about the new coronavirus, disrupting global efforts to combat the epidemic, US officials told AFP. The disinformation campaign promotes unfounded conspiracy theories that the United States is behind the COVID-19 outbreak, in an apparent bid to damage the US image by seizing on international health concerns, they said. False personas are being used on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to advance Russian talking

out wore face masks, which were coveted items after selling out at pharmacies.

The president of Lombardy, Attilio Fontana, said there were 39 confirmed cases in the region, where 10 towns received orders to suspend nonessential activities and services. A postmortem test on a 77year-old woman who died came back positive for the virus, though it wasn’t clear if the coronavirus disease caused her death.

The Veneto region reported 12 people with the virus, including a 78-year-

old man who died late Friday. Two of the region’s confirmed infections were in relatives of the man who died, Veneto regional president Luca Zaia said.

Zaia said Saturday that the contagion showed that the virus is transmitted like any flu and that trying to pinpoint a single source for the cases or to establish a link to China no longer were effective containment measures.

The head of the Lombardy health and welfare ministry, Giulio Gallera, said the region’s 39 cases all

were connected to the first patient to fall ill there, with patients acquiring the infection either via contact with him or with the hospital in Codogno where he first received treatment Feb. 18.

He had met with a man who returned from China on January 21, but that man remains without symptoms.

More than 250 tests were completed in Lombardy, though hundreds more were being processed, including among the man’s colleagues at a Unilever plant near Codogno where he worked, Gallera said.

Iran calls FATF blacklisting ‘politically-motivated’

Twitter suspends 70 pro-Bloomberg accounts in US

War against terrorism to be consolidated: Pak Army chief

Tehran, Feb 22 (IANS): Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi said that the new move by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) to keep the country on its blacklist is a “politically-motivated” decision. On Friday, the FATF said that Iran will remain on its blacklist, calling on member states to impose sanctions on the country, reports Xinhua news agency.

The Paris-based monitor had given Iran a February deadline to approve anti-terrorism legislation or remain on the blacklist.

“Unfortunately, this is also part of the politicization of international mechanisms by the US, Saudi Arabia, and the Zionist regime (of Israel),” said Mousavi.

“International mechanisms

have advantages and disadvantages and placing Iran on FATF’s blacklist came despite all efforts we have made inside the country and all regulations we have tried to observe,” he added.

FATF is a Paris-based watchdog for money laundering and terrorism financing worldwide. It has long urged Iran to implement legal reforms to meet its global standards.

Iran has already enacted amendments to its counter-terrorist financing and anti-money laundering acts. However, bills to ratify the Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime and Terrorist Financing Convention have been passed by the parliament but not yet endorsed by higher legislative authorities.

Washington, Feb 22 (IANS): Twitter has suspended 70 accounts in the US that were posting proMichael Bloomberg content for allegedly violating its online policies.

The Democratic Party contender’s campaign has deployed a large number of Twitter accounts to push out identical messages in the US presidential election this year. “We have taken enforcement action on a group of accounts for violating our rules against platform manipulation and spam,” said a Twitter spokesperson.

The Bloomberg campaign has allegedly hired hundreds of temporary employees to pump out campaign messages through Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Twitter said some of the account suspensions will be permanent.

Earlier, a video posted

by Bloomberg left Facebook and Twitter divided on whether it violates their policies. While Twitter said the video would be labelled as manipulated media under the platform’s new deepfakes policy, Facebook said the same video would not violate the platform’s deepfakes rules.

Over 10,000 Afghan civilian casualties in 2019: United Nation

Qamar Javed Bajwa (File)

Islamabad, Feb 22 (PTI): Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa said on Saturday that the war against terrorism will be consolidated to achieve enduring peace both in the country and in the region.

General Bajwa’s remarks came on the third anniversary of Operation Radd ul Fasaad (RuF ‘rejection of violence’), a counter-terrorism operation launched under his leadership in Pakistan.

“Gains of two decades of war on terror shall be consolidated to achieve enduring peace and stability both for Pakistan and the region,” Pakistan Army’s spokesman Major General Babar Iftikhar quoted Bajwa saying in a tweet. The Army spokesman said the operation RuF was launched to consolidate gains of all past

operations and “indiscriminately eliminating residual and latent threat of terrorism, ensuring security of Pakistan’s borders”.

“In this journey from terrorism to tourism, security forces and intelligence agencies backed by the entire nation, achieved unparalleled success at a monumental cost paid in men and material,” he said.

In February 2017, the terrorist group Jamaat-ulAhrar claimed responsibility for several suicide attacks across Pakistan. With an increase of attacks across the country, the Pakistan Army launched Operation Radd-ul-Fasaad.

During Operation RuF, the military carried out more than 49,000 intelligence based operations to foil terror attacks and prevent militant attacks.

1ST DEATH ANNIVERSARY of Lt. PELHUKHONO NAGI

23rd February, 2019

Its’ been a year since you left for your heavenly abode but you are never forgotten.

Your good words, love and care are always remembered and missed in silent tears, Mom. K-506

Loving husband & family members.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The aftermath of a car bomb attack in Kabul on September 3, 2019. (File)

Kabul, Feb 22 (IANS): The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has documented more than 10,000 civilian casualties in 2019, it said in a report released here on Saturday.

“Parties to the conflict in Afghanistan killed and injured more than 10,000 civilians in 2019 and of these the report documents 3,403 civilians killed and 6,989 injured, with the majority of the civilian casualties inflicted by anti-government elements,” Xinhua news K Y M C

stood at 54 nationwide: 39 in Lombardy, 12 in Veneto and the three in Rome that were Italy’s only cases until the clusters emerged in the north Friday.

Authorities urged calm, but acknowledged that the clusters were alarming given the secondary contagions.

Russia behind huge coronavirus disinformation campaign: US

Abbas Mousavi (File)

agency quoted the report as saying. It is the sixth year in a row that the number of civilian casualties has exceeded 10,000, it further said. “Almost no civilian in Afghanistan has escaped being personally affected in some way by the ongoing violence,” said Tadamichi Yamamoto, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Afghanistan and head of the UNAMA. “It is absolutely imperative for all parties to seize the moment to stop

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the fighting, as peace is long overdue; civilian lives must be protected and efforts for peace are underway.”

The report called upon the warring sides to prevent civilian casualties.

The release of the report came hours after a seven-day “reduction in violence” pact between the Taliban, the US and Afghan security forces came into effect at 12.01 a.m. on Saturday, paving the way for the peace deal which is to be signed on February 29.

Born on : 07/03/1951 – Died on : 18/02/2020 We, the bereaved family of LATE IMNUKLUBA AKHOYA (Retd. Dy. S.P.) convey our heartfelt gratitude to all those who stood with us throughout our bereavement. Your presence, prayer and contribution in various ways gave us the strength to journey through it all. Your good deeds will be our strength to move on even in days to come.

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points and conspiracies, including suggesting that the CIA is behind the virus that has claimed more than 2,300 lives, mostly in China.

“Russia’s intent is to sow discord and undermine US institutions and alliances from within, including through covert and coercive malign influence campaigns,” said Philip Reeker, the acting Assistant Secretary of State for Europe and Eurasia.

“By spreading disinformation about coronavirus, Russian malign actors are once again choosing to threaten public safety by distracting from the global health response,” he said.

Stay out of American elections: Sanders tells Russia

Bernie Sanders (File)

Washington, Feb 22 (IANS): Democratic presidential contender Bernie Sanders has condemned Russia for its reported attempts to help his campaign, telling it to “stay out of American elections”, the media reported on Saturday.

“Let’s be clear, the Russians want to undermine American democracy by dividing us up and, unlike the current president, I stand firmly against their efforts and any other foreign power that wants to interfere in our election,” the BBC quoted Sanders as saying while speaking in Bakersfield, California, on Friday.

The Vermont Senator said that US officials had informed him last month about Russian efforts to aid his campaign, but adding that it was not clear how Moscow intended to interfere.

The veteran politician also denounced Russian President Vladimir Putin as an “autocratic thug” whose government has “used internet propaganda to sow division in our country”.

The 78-year-old Senator’s remarks came after The Washington Post said earlier on Friday that US President Donald Trump and other American lawmakers had been informed of reported Russian efforts to assist Sanders.

Senior intelligence officials also believe Russia has been seeking to interfere in November’s election with a view to helping President Trump win.

Members of the House Intelligence Committee were told that Russia favoured Trump at a closeddoor briefing on February 13, the BBC said in its report.

UK to issue blue passports after decades London, Feb 22 (IANS): Blue passports will be issued to Britons for the first time in decades from next month to mark the UKs departure from the European Union (EU), a media report said on Saturday.

Championed by Brexiteers, the new passport will replace the burgundy ones which were rolled out in 1988, the Metro newspaper said in the report.

As well as the colour change, the back cover of the new passports will now feature embossed floral emblems of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Blue passports were first used in 1921, and remained the colour of choice until the UK joined the EU (then the European Economic Community) in 1973 and a change to burgundy was later agreed to harmonise designs across member states. Burgundy passports can still be used for travel

UK PM Boris Johnson holds a blue passport.

until they expire.

The first new passports will be issued from the beginning of March, and by mid-2020 all new passports will be blue, according to the government.

Home Secretary Priti Patel said that by returning to the ‘iconic’ blue and gold design, the passports will “once again be entwined with our national identity”.

“Leaving the EU gave us a unique opportunity to restore our national identity and forge a new path in the world,” the Metro newspaper quoted Patel as saying on Friday. “By returning to the iconic blue and gold design, the British passport will once again be entwined with our national identity and I cannot wait to travel on one.”

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ”Then the dust returns of the earth as it was, and the spirit returns to God who gave it”

We, the bereaved family of Late L. Khuzheto Sema would like to convey our deepest gratitude to every individual, Churches, Union, Friends, Relatives and Well-wishers who mourned with us and support us with love, prayers, time, sympathy and generosity during the demise of our beloved father.

We convey our special thanks to :1. Shri. G. G. Kaito Aye, Hon’ble Minister, Agriculture & Cooperation.

2. Shri. Khekaho T. Aye, Sr. Treasury Officer, Dimapur.

3. Dr. V. Hezheto Shohe & family.

4. Avika T. Sumi, Pastor NCF Vellore & Team.

5. Dr. Trarangpi Sangtam & Dr. Chenithung Ezung, CMC Vlore.

6. Indian Ex-Bordermen Movement (Nagaland Unit Dimapur).

7. III Bn. BSF, Satakha.

8. Ex-Bordermen (BSF) Union, Zunheboto.

9. BSF Pensioners Union, Satakha.

10. Sumi Baptist Church, Zunheboto.

11. SBAK. Nito Mount, Mission Department.

12. South Point (East) Colony.

13. South Point (East) Sunday School Department.

14. Kiyeshe Baptist Church, Women & Youth Department.

15. South Point (West) Prayer Fellowship.

16. Union Baptist Church, Satakha.

17. Sakus Mission College, Dimapur (B.A. 6th Semester).

18. Kiyeshe/Sukhai Union, Dimapur/Kohima/ Zunheboto & Satakha.

19. Nihoshe Welfare Society, Dimapur.

20. Hezukhu District Hospital, Zunehboto.

21. Nurses Fellowship District Hospital Zunheboto.

22. Office Staff District Hospital, Zunheboto.

23. Welfare District Hospital, Zunheboto.

24. Sukhai Baptist Church.

Late L. KHUZHETO SEMA 25. Kiyeshe Baptist Church.

(Rtd. Asst. Commandant III BN BSF) 26. Sukhai Students’ Union.

Born on : 16-09-1954 Died on : 06-02-2020 27. Woodland School, (2008 Batch).

We deeply regret our inability to mention each and every individual but it is our earnest prayer that our Almighty God bless you all immensely.

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Loving wife, children and relatives.

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Infotainment

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‘Friends’ cast set to reunite for a special

“F

riends” stars Actors Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer will be coming together for an untitled unscripted special to celebrate the longrunning series, which went off air in 2004.

According to sources, the six stars will receive at least $2.5 million apiece for participating in the special,

reports variety.com.

The special, as well as all 236 episodes of “Friends”, will be available upon the HBO Max streaming service’s debut.

Though the sitcom aired its series finale over 15 years ago, third-party market researchers have said “Friends” was one of Netflix’s most-watched shows.

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment had earlier

said that sales of physical and digital versions of “Friends” have “roughly tripled” since news broke that it would be leaving Netflix.

“Guess you could call this the one where they all got back together -- we are reuniting with David, Jennifer, Courteney, Matt, Lisa, and Matthew for an HBO Max special that will be programmed alongside the entire ‘Friends’ library,”

said Kevin Reilly, chief content officer at HBO Max and president of TBS, TNT, and truTV, in a statement.

“I became aware of ‘Friends’ when it was in the very early stages of development and then had the opportunity to work on the series many years later and have delighted in seeing it catch on with viewers generation after generation. It taps into an era when friends - and audiences - gathered together in real time and we think this reunion special will capture that spirit, uniting original and new fans.”

Ben Winston will direct the special and executive produce alongside “Friends” executive producers Kevin Bright, Marta Kauffman and David Crane.

The War ner Bros.

Unscripted & Alternative Television and Fulwell 73 Productions are behind the programme.

Aniston, Cox, Kudrow, LeBlanc, Perry and Schwimmer are also executive producing the special, with Emma Conway and James Longman on board as co-executive producers.

(IANS)

Rajpal Yadav joins Bhool Bhulaiya 2 cast

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ctor Rajpal Yadav on Saturday said he has been signed in for Kartik Aaryan-starrer Bhool Bhulaiya 2.

In the first part, which featured Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan, Yadav played the role of Natwar aka Chhota Pandit and in the sequel, he will be essaying a similar character.

“I’m very grateful to be a part of this franchise.

At the same time, I am thankful to the audiences as they loved my role in part one and still remember it. Special thanks to Anees Bazmee (director) and Bhushan Kumar (for the sequel). I’m starting my shoot and I am very excited for it,” Yadav said in a statement.

Priyadarshan’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa was the official Hindi remake of the 1993 Malayalam comedy psychological thriller, Manichitrathazhu.

The sequel is directed

by Bazmee and produced

by Bhushan Kumar’s TSeries, Krishan Kumar and Murad Khetani. The film is set to release on July 31.

(PTI)

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GoT actor Kristofer Hivju cast in The Witcher season 2

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o r we g i a n a c t o r Kristofer Hivju, best known for playing Tormund Giantsbane in HBO’s Game of Thrones, has joined the cast of the season two of Henry Cavill-fronted series The Witcher.

According to Entertainment Weekly, Hivju will play Nivellen, who in the Witcher books is a man cursed to take on the appearance of a monster.

Also joining the second season of the Netflix series are actors Yasen Atour as Coen, Agnes

Bjorn as Vereena, Paul Bullion as Lambert, Thue Ersted Rasmussen as Eskel, Aisha Fabienne Ross as Lydia and Mecia Simson as Francesca.

“The reaction to season one of The Witcher set a high bar for adding new talent for the second season.

“Sophie Holland and her casting team have once again found the very best people to embody these characters, and in the hands of these accomplished directors, we’re excited to see these new stories come to

life,” said showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich.

Filming on season two began earlier month in the UK with returning star Cavill as the titular mutated monster-fighter aka Geralt of Rivia.

Stephen Surjik, Sarah O’Gorman, Ed Bazalgette and Geeta Patel will each direct two episodes of the second two.

Anya Chalotra, Freya Allan and Joey Batey are set to reprise their roles.

The Witcher season two will premiere in 2021.

(PTI)

Audition for Mr. India & AR Rahman: I don’t Johnny Depp plays a troubled genius in ‘Minamata’ want to compete Miss India Globe on Mar 10 with younger artistes A

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Organisers of Nagaland Mega Entertainment along with the selected campus auditions contestants.

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agaland Mega Entertainment (NME) has invited all interested candidates for Mr. India & Miss India Globe to be part of an open and final audition on March 10 at Hotel Japfu in Kohima from 10 am onwards. The required height for the male contestant is 5’7 and above; for female it is 5’5 and above A press release from the NME president Samuel Achy Phom informed that the registration fee of INR

200 will be collected at the time of registration. The selected candidates of 15 (boys) and 15 (girls) will get into the finale scheduled to be held on June 13 at RCEMPA hall Jotsoma.

“The winners of this mega model hunt will get a direct entry into Mr. India & Miss India Globe and the top five contestants and winners will also get an opportunity to compete for the brand ambassador search “Mayong” a new upcoming brand in

NE music conference at Guwahati from Feb 28

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astern Beats Music Society will be organizing a first-ofits-kind Northeast India Music Conference as part of the 4th Guwahati International Music Festival on February 28 and 29. The conference will witness the participation of some of the biggest stakeholders of the global music industry who will provide mentorship to the musicians from the region who were selected through auditions at Dimapur, Shillong, Ukhrul, and Aizawl in the last two months. State-level music auditions were held across the northeast region in a unique Pan-Asia music project, Rhythms, and Aromas of Northeast India held in collaboration with North Eastern Council, Government of India. The conference which is open for all musicians and those interested in understanding the music business are expected to be a catalyst in developing the music ecoK Y M C

system of the region. The event is also expected to help musicians of the region understand the business part of the music and the latest developments in the fields associated with the same. Eastern Beats Music Society will also be signing a few agreements with the participating organizations for speedy development of the region’s music industry. The speakers for the music conference includes Tarsamme Mittal (Artist & talent management expert), Akshay Kapoor and Aditya Ghosh from Indian Music Diaries (digital music promotion channels), Roy Dipankar (Music Programmer and Filmmaker), Padmanabhan NS (Head of Artist and Label Marketing at Spotify), Vijay Basrur (Founder of OK Listen), Shrinkhla Sahai (Music Journalist), Theja Meru (Adviser, TaFMA), Koushik Datta (Musician and music promoter at Muzikconnect Asia), etc.

Northeast and the winners of “Mayong” will be the brand ambassador for one year which is under paid contract” Phom stated.

NME will provide the finalists the dress code of “Mayong” brand, in casual round by designer Neisavonuo Rupreo and formal round by Achunbo Chawang.

Nagaland Mega Entertainment in its campus auditions has selected 50 contestants till Feb. 21 auditions.

ndia’s popular music maestro AR Rahman is ready with a new song, “You got me”. The Oscarwinning singer-composer, who has redefined Indian film music over more than two decades now, says he doesn’t want to compete with younger artists, some of who are creating intense and amazing music.

“When I was hearing all these artists, they were much more intense and they were doing some amazing songs, so I don’t want to compete with them,” laughed Rahman.

About his new song, he added: “I wanted to take a generic route by creating a feel good dance song, and this hook -- ‘You got me’ -- came in. Nirmika (Singh) penned this song beautifully, and that’s how we got it. I want to create very simple and enjoyable songs.”

“You got me” has been composed and arranged by Rahman and sung by Rahman along with Nisa Shetty, Simetri, Protyay (Heat Sink), Jonathan and Pelenuo, and Hriday Gattani. The colourful music video is directed by Uma-Gaiti. It is the new song launched

by Nexa Music.

(IANS)

broken, washedup genius is roused from drink-sodden seclusion for one last flaring of creative brilliance: actor Johnny Depp hinted that at some level he was able to identify with legendary photographer W Eugene Smith, whom he plays in his latest film.

Speaking before Friday’s premiere of “Minamata”, Depp, who has talked frankly of his own struggles with drink and drugs through successive marriages, described his admiration for a man who had to conquer his own demons in order to create his art.

Smith, who made his name as a World War Two photographer for “Life” magazine, was in decline and on the brink of suicide when activists enticed him to go to southern Japan to document the sufferings of the people of Minamata, who had been poisoned by emissions from the town’s chemical plant.

“A broken alcoholic who finds a purpose and sort of a new chapter in his life,” Depp told a news conference at the Berlin Film Festival, where the film premieres. “Yeah. Heard that story somewhere before,” he added with a smile.

Directed by Andrew Levitas, the film brings Depp together with a cast of Japanese actors, includ-

Actor Johnny Depp and Minami.

ing Hirayuki Sanada (“The Last Samurai”) and Minami - she uses just the one name - who plays Aileen, the activist who enticed Smith to take on one final story and who later became the photographer’s wife.

Lovingly shot by French cinematographer Benoit Delhomme, seemingly undaunted by the challenge of depicting a major photographer making some of his greatest work, the film shows the sacrifices a troubled artist demands of those around him.

“I really appreciate Aileen Smith,” said Minami.

“She’s a shadow hero in this story. She supported Eugene but she made things - I really feel this power from Aileen.”

Bill Nighy plays the Bob Hayes, the Life editor who alternately rages at and cajoles Smith in the hope that the troubled legend can

yet produce a final cover story. His perseverance is rewarded with “Tomoko Uemura in Her Bath”, Smith’s portrait of a mother bathing

her cruelly disabled child.

Published in 1972 in one of Life’s final issues, it is regarded as a classic of photojournalism.

“Gene is a very lucky person,” said Aileen Smith, also present at the Berlin news conference. “He died years ago but we’re all here.

Through his photography he is very much alive.”

Although the story induced the chemicals factory to pay the compensation victims were demanding, many in the region are still suffering from the poison pumped into their environment for over 30 years.

(Reuters)

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Shahid Kapoor reunites with ‘Kabir Singh’ composers in ‘Jersey’

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abir Singh” actor Shahid Kapoor and the blockbuster’s composers, Sachet Tandon and Parampara Thakur, are all set to team up again in the upcoming film “Jersey”.

Last year, budding composers Sachet-Parampara shot to fame with the superhit soundtrack of “Kabir Singh”, which was toplined by the song, “Bekhayali”.

Picturised on Shahid, the song emerged the biggest hit of the year.

Sachet-Parampara have now started composing the songs of “Jersey”.

“The songs composed for ‘Kabir Singh’ by Sachet and Parampara were some the best original songs I’ve listened to in a long long time, and I’m really excited to have them on board to help us create a complete magical album for ‘Jersey’,” the film’s director Gowtam Tinnanuri said.

Sachet shared: “When Gowtam sir met us and shared his vision for the

music of ‘Jersey’, we were too excited to be able to get an opportunity to create a complete album for the film.”

Parampara added: “In ‘Jersey’, Gowtam sir has given us beautiful situations to create all kinds of songs, where we hope to bring many different melodies and arrangements to win over the audience love once again.”

“Jersey” is a Hindi remake of a Telugu hit film of the same name.

The film narrates the story of a talented but failed cricketer named Arjun, who decides to make a comeback in his late thirties and play for India, in order to fulfil his son’s wish.

“Jersey” is presented

by Telugu superstar Allu Aravind, and is slated to release on August 28.

The film is produced by Aman Gill, Dil Raju and S. Naga Vamsi.

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Australia beat SA by 107 runs in 1st T20 Napoli beat lowly Brescia in Serie A

Johannesburg, Feb 22 (IANS): Left-arm spinner Ashton Agar picked up a brilliant five-wicket haul, including a hat-trick as Australia defeated South Africa by a huge margin of 107 runs in the first T20I. Chasing 197 at the Wanderers Stadium on Friday night, the Proteas were bowled out for 89 runs - their lowest total in T20I cricket.

Put in to bat, Australia lost David Warner to just the second ball of the innings for 4 with veteran pacer Dale Steyn extracting some steep bounce from the surface to take the top edge of the opener’s attempted pull shot.

However, skipper Aaron Finch and Steve Smith then joined forces and built an 80-run partnership in 48 balls. The duo was also helped by some poor short-pitched stuff from the South African bowlers.

Finch scored 42 runs before he became the first scalp of Tabraiz Shamsi.

Matthew Wade and Smith however continued with the free-flow batting and collected runs with ease

Australian players celebrate the dismissal of South Africa’s batsman David Miller during the 1st T20 cricket match. (AP/PTI)

before they both went back to the pavilion in space of three deliveries, for 18 and 45 respectively.

Mitchell Marsh (19) and Alex Carey (27), the next batters, did just enough to keep the momentum going. However, Agar made his first impact

on the game with the bat as he picked 18 runs from the final over of the innings and helped Australia set a total of 196/6.

The total then quickly turned out to be more than competitive as South Africa lost captain Quinton de Kock in the very first

over of the chase bowled

by Mitchell Starc.

That dismissal just set the tone as the host lost wickets in a flurry. They were four wickets down after seven overs and were already looking down the barrel.

However, the worst

was yet to come as Agar proceeded to remove Faf du Plessis, the only batsman who had shown resistance up to now, for 24.

He then removed Andile Phehlukwayo and Steyn to become the second Australian bowler to pick up a hattrick in the T20I cricket.

He nearly made history after taking another two wickets with consecutive deliveries. However, it was only the smallest of margins which denied him becoming the first bowler to record two hat-tricks in the same T20I. Despite that, he finished with figures of 5/22 and was the tormentor in chief.

Leg-spinner Adam Zampa picked up the final wicket to leave South Africa all out for 89 in just 14.3 overs.

The two teams will now face each other in the second T20I on Sunday at Port Elizabeth.

Brief Scores: Australia 196/6 (Steve Smith 45, Aaron Finch 42, Tabraiz Shamsi 2/31); South Africa 89 all out (Faf du Plessi 24, Kagiso Rabada 22, Ashton Agar 5/22)

Milan, Feb 22 (Agencies): Napoli warmed-up for next week’s Champions League clash with Barcelona with a comeback 2-1 win over lowly Brescia 2-1 on Friday.

Jhon Chancellor had put the northeners ahead after half an hour, before Lorenzo Insigne and Fabian Ruiz hit back with two goals in a five-minute spell after the break for the visitors.

Napoli move up into sixth place before their Champions League last 16, first leg tie back in their San Paolo Stadium on Tuesday.

The Serie A runnersup have won four of their last five league games and occupy the final Europa League berth, but are nine points adrift of a return to the Champions League next season.

Gennaro Gattuso’s side threatened early with Dries Mertens, who is just one goal off the club’s scoring record of 121 goals, missing a chance after two minutes, hitting the woodwork. But it was Brescia who broke through on their first opportunity with

Napoli players celebrate after scoring against Brescia.

Chancellor getting his head to a Sandro Tonali corner to leave David Ospina without a chance in the Napoli goal. It was the Venezuelan defender’s third goal since joining from Qatari club Al Ahli this season.

Mario Baotelli headed just wide before the break, again off a Tonali corner.

Captain Insigne pulled Napoli level four minutes after the break from the spot after a Ales Mateju

handball, with Ruiz curling in a stunning winner from the edge of the box five minutes later.

Balotelli had chance for the equaliser on 72 mintues off a perfect Simon Skrabb cross but the Italy international sent the ball over in front of goal.

Brescia, second last in the table, extended their winless run to nine games going back to mid-December.

Bundesliga: Bayern earn 3-2 win over Paderborn

Pep open to extending Man City contract

MANCHESTER, Feb 22 (Agencies): Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has indicated that he is open to extending his stay at the Premier League champions beyond 2021 when his current contract ends even though the club faces a potential two-year Champions League suspension.

City were banned from European competition for the next two seasons and fined 30 million euros by UEFA last week after an investigation into alleged breaches of Financial Fair Play rules.

Guardiola, who this week stated that he had no reason to leave the club in the close season, said he would take a call on an

extension after talking to City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak “at the end of the season.”

“I’m working with exceptional players and I have the feeling that they follow us 100%. Knowing how it’s not easy working with us and with me, but I’m happy,” Guardiola told reporters.

“That’s the only reason why, when I move from one place, always it’s because I’m thinking I can be happier than the place that I was before. We’ve got incredible owners and a good relationship, so I think it will not be a problem to understand both sides, if we decide to stay three more years....”

Guardiola, who has

never spent more than four years at his previous clubs Barcelona (2008-2012) and Bayern Munich (20132016), signed a one-year contract extension at City in 2018 — a decision he said he did not regret.

“The important thing is that I didn’t regret one second to come here and extend the contract,” he added.

“After that results dictate our job... Every manager is sacked, every manager has problems, every manager has good and bad moments. I am no different.

I don’t regret one moment the decision we made together and I want to finish this contract and after that we will see.”

PM opens Khelo India University Games C u ttac k , F e b 2 2 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the first-ever Khelo India University Games here on Saturday and said the event marks the next step in the country’s sporting revolution.

As many as 3400 athletes from 159 universities across the country will vie for top honours across 17 disciplines, including rugby which is among the six team events.

The PM launched the multi-disciplinary sporting event through a video conference facility.

He called it a historic moment for Indian sports.

“It marks the next step in the country’s sporting revolution,” PM Modi said in his address.

“A new history has been made in Odisha today. This is not only a historic moment in Indian sports but also a big step for the future of Indian sports,” he added.

Present at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, among others, were Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik, union spor ts minister Kiren Rijiju and Dharmendra K Y M C

PM Narendra Modi inaugurates the first ever Khelo India University Games through a video conference. (PTI)

Pradhan, who holds the petroleum and natural gas portfolio in the union cabinet. Sports secretary Radhey Shyam Julaniya was also there.

Ace sprinter Dutee Chand, who is a student of KIIT, the host university, was also a part of the event.

Besides Dutee, there are other talented athletes like Mangalore University’s triple jumper Jay Shah, his team-mate long distance runner Narendra Pratap Singh, Pune University’s long distance runner Komal Jagadale and Acharya Nagarjuna

University’s sprinter Yarraji Jyothi, who can lift the quality of the competition in track and field sport.

Modi said the Khelo India University Games will provide a big platform for young athletes to fulfil their dreams.

“In the coming days you have the chance to win over 200 gold medals. You also have the chance of bettering your performances, you have the chance to give new heights to your capabilities,” he said.

“You will not only compete against each other but the most important thing is that you are com-

peting against yourself.

“Your hard work here will take your, your family’s and India’s dreams forward.”

Lauding the government’s initiative, the prime minister said: “The Khelo India program has played a vital role in attracting and identifying young sporting talents from across the country.”

“The Khelo India initiative has improved the level of sports and sportsperson in the country. It has improved the sporting infrastructure in the country,” Modi said.

The prime minister said it was heartening to see talented youngsters coming out of the Khelo India initiative are not from big cities but from small places.

“They are from poor background, common people from tier 2, tier 3 cities. They have generated a new hope for the country,” Modi said.

“We are promoting transparency in identification and selection of athletes, which has resulted in better performances from our athletes at the international stage.”

Players of Bayern Munich and Paderborn vie for the ball during their match.

minute to make it 2-1, only for Paderborn to draw level again after poor defending allowed Sven Michel a simple tap in 15 minutes from time.

However, there was still time for Lewandowski to fire home the winner, thanks to Gnabry’s su-

perb cross. In the build-up, Bayern coach Hansi Flick warned his team had to focus on strugglers Paderborn, but the Bavarian giants seemed to have one eye on Chelsea.

“Paderborn absolutely challenged us to the very last,” admitted Flick.

FELICITATION The members of the Suruhuto Tokukujo Kuqhakulu Kohima (STKK) would Iike to extend our sincere and profound appreciation and congratulation to its member Er. Vitoshe Rochill on being promoted to Chief Engineer (C), Deptt. Of Power, Govt. of Nagaland.

The Union wishes him all the best for his future endeavors.

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The Dimapur veteran football team will be taking part in the 10th Inter District Veteran Football Championship in Mon from February 24 to 29. The team will be led by Toshi Jamir as team manager and Shiyito Achumi as team coach.

BERLIN, Feb 22 (Agencies): Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich squeezed past bottom side Paderborn 3-2 as Robert Lewandowski netted twice to spare goalkeeper Manuel Neuer’s blushes in their final game before facing Chelsea in the Champions League.

Lewandowski now has a league-leading tally of 26 goals in the top flight, illustrating his importance to the team ahead of Tuesday’s last 16, first-leg tie in London.

Bayern twice surrendered the lead in Munich before securing the win which leaves them four points clear.

With Bayern leading 1-0 thanks to Serge Gnabry’s early goal, Neuer mistimed a clearance outside his area, allowing Paderborn midfielder Dennis Srbeny to fire into an empty net just before half-time.

“I was worried about knocking into him, because that would have been a red card,” Neuer explained.

“I had the feeling he would get to the ball before me. That’s why it looks that way. It’s part of my game and it happens.”

However, Lewandowski then struck in the 70th

FELICITATION

The Chairman, on behalf of the villagers of Khehoi village (Kiyevi-B) under Dhansiripar sub-division of Dimapur district would like to congratulate Ino. Shitoi Aye on being appointed as the Head GB of our village and look forward to him to serve the people to the best of his ability.

The Council would also like to thank the Western Sumi Kukami Hoho (WSKH) president, Ino. Vihuto Yepthomi, Aqahuto Tokuzho Kukami Kukhakulu president, Ino. Lughozhe Swu, GB Kiyevi village, Ino. Yevuto Zhimomi and all others for their support, presence and co-operation during the new Head GB appointment programme in Khehoi Village.

It is hoped that peace will prevail in the village and all co-operation and support will be extended to the Aqahuto Tokuzhu Kukami Kukhakulu in particular and the Western Sumi Hoho in general in the near future.

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Paderborn had the ball in Bayern’s net after four minutes when their striker Streli Mamba slid the ball under Neuer, but the effort was flagged offside. As expected, Bayern took an early at the Allianz Arena

when Gnabry celebrated his 100th Bundesliga appearance by turning and hitting into the bottom corner on 26 minutes.

Paderborn drew level after Neuer mistimed a clearance outside the box.

The Germany captain had twice previously cleared the danger by dealing with longdistance chances intended for Paderborn’s forwards.

However, the tactic backfired a third time when he failed to clear a ball over the defence meant for Srbeny, who kept his cool and slotted into the empty Bayern net on 44 minutes.

With the scores locked at 1-1 and time ticking down, Lewandowski restored the hosts’ lead when Gnabry set him up for a lethal shot on 70 minutes.

Paderborn, however, came back again and Michel gave them a second equaliser by tapping home a rebound after Neuer had saved a shot by replacement left-back Dennis Jastrzembski.

However, it was Gnabry again who provided the assist with an inch-perfect cross which Lewandowski swept home two minutes from time to settle the matter.

OFFICE OF THE NAGALAND MASTERS GAMES ASSOCIATION HQ : DIMAPUR, NAGALAND The Nagaland Masters Games Association would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to various organisations and individuals who had supported financially and materially during our participation in the 3rd National Masters Games held at Vadodara, Gujarat from 5th Feb to 9th Feb 2020. The team finished in 3rd position and won the Bronze medal in football.

The NMGA would specially like to place on record the generous contribution and support of the following : 1) Dimapur Muncipal Council - Rs 10,000/2) Dimapur District Sports Council - Rs 5000/3) Shri Bokato (P.S. to Advisor, Power Deptt.)

- Rs 15000/4) Shri Rothihu Tetseo (Commissioner of Police, Dimapur) - Rs 7000/5) Shri Basu Damani - Rs 10,000/6) Shri Zasie Zakiesato - Rs 10,000/7) Shri Ahidur Rahman - Rs 10,000/8) Shri Tsenthungo Nyamo - Rs 15,000/9) Dr Rolland Lotha - Rs 5000/10) Shri Kakuho Assumi - Rs 5000/11) Er. Talitemsu PWD (R&B) - Rs 5000/12) Shri G Apan - Rs 2000/13) Shri Shiyeto Wotsa - Rs 2000/14) Shri L Renthungo Lotha - Rs 2000/15) Kiran Sports - 2 nos. Football 16) King Sports - 2 nos. Football

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1st Test: Williamson puts NZ ahead of India ISL: Bengaluru held 2-2 by ATK

Wellington, Feb 22 (IANS): Kane Williamson scored a brilliant 89 to put New Zealand ahead but India clawed their way right back into the game by the end of the second day of the first Test at the Basin Reserve on Saturday.

At Stumps on Day 2, New Zealand had gained a 51-run lead but had also lost their top five batsmen, including Williamson and Ross Taylor. The hosts were 216/5 when umpires called off early stumps due to bad light.

Earlier, the Black Caps continued with the brilliant bowling performance and bowled out India for a paltry 165 in their first innings. Debutant pacer Kyle Jamieson and Tim Southee came out with splendid bowling performances as the visitors lost their last five wickets adding just 43 runs to their overnight score of 122.

The first wicket to fall in the day was that of Rishabh Pant (19) as he got run-out after having a mixup with Ajinkya Rahane.

Ravichandran Ashwin, who came in next, couldn’t stay long at the crease and was sent back on the very first ball by Southee. Rahane, who was holding India’s hopes for

New Zealand’s Kane Williamson plays a shot on Day 2 of the first Test against India at Basin Reserve in Wellington on Saturday.

a big score, also failed to add much and became the third scalp of Southee after contributing with 46.

However, Mohammad Shami did play a nice, little cameo towards the end of the innings and contributed with valuable 21 runs to help get the team past the 150-run mark. Though, he didn’t find much support from Ishant Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah who could manage just 5 and 0* respectively.

Southee and Jamieson returned with four wickets

a piece, with Trent Boult picking one wicket.

New Zealand openers Tom Blundell and Tom Latham then played out the remaining eight overs of the morning session with utmost caution and made sure the hosts didn’t lose any wicket till Lunch.

However, just after the break, Latham (11) was caught down the leg-side by Rishabh Pant off the bowling of Ishant Sharma.

Williamson then joined forces with Blundell (30) and shared a 47-run

partnership before the opener bowled by a peach of a delivery from Sharma.

Taylor, playing his 100th Test for New Zealand, took the attack to the Indian bowlers right from the word go and kept on collecting runs at brisk pace.

Along with Williamson, he stitched a 93-run partnership and took the Black Caps to a commanding position against India.

The shoulders of the Indian players appeared to

3rd Nagaland State Kabaddi C’ship held

NUFC to organise De Naga Cup Dimapur, Feb 22 (NPN): Naga United Football Club (NUFC) will be organising the ‘De Naga Cup’ in the last week of April in Dimapur. The champions will receive a cash prize of Rs.2,00,000 with trophy while the runners-up will pocket Rs.1,00,000. There will be only 16 teams for the championship. Therefore, the organisers has informed all interested clubs to contact 8575394092 or 8787600205 for the limited slot.

Shalom Mission School sports meet

Organisers and players after the final match. (Inset) Chief guest Neena Dutta speaking at the programme.

Dimapur, Feb 22 (NPN): The Nagaland Kabaddi Association (NKA) under the aegis of Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India organised the 3rd Nagaland State Kabaddi Championship on February 22 at Neingulie Memorial High School ground, Dimapur. Neena Dutta,

executive member and treasurer, ANAPSA (Dimapur Unit) and director/chairman, St. Mary’s Higher Secondary School graced the championship as the chief guest and Wangshikala Jamir, deputy managing director, Health Nursing School, Singrijan was the chairperson of the opening

ceremony.

Speaking at the programme, the chief guest encouraged the participating teams to play the game with enthusiasm and to strictly follow the game rules. She also called upon the local players to take up Kabaddi as a game and also promote it in the state.

Dimapur, Feb 22 (NPN): Shalom Mission School, Doyapur will be organising its annual sports meet from February 24 to 28 at the school ground. Major Lolit Chandra Deori, Officer In-Charge, Doyapur will grace the opening ceremony as the special guest.

The five-day event will witness games like football, volleyball, cricket, athletics (100m, 200m, 400m, 800 m race), chess, carom, shot put, javelin throw, throw ball.

go down and it seemed the hosts would run away with a huge lead.

It was just then Sharma produced a brilliant ball to get rid of Taylor (44), who was undone by the extra bounce and was caught

by Cheteshwar Pujara on the leg-side.

Henry Nicholls did try to build another partnership with his skipper before Williamson was caught in the covers by substitute Ravindra Jadeja - that too just 11 short of what would have been a well deserved hundred.

After that, Nicholls also couldn’t stay long and was caught at slips by Virat Kohli, becoming the first scalp of Ashwin in the match.

BJ Watling (14*) and Colin de Grandhomme (4*) then took New Zealand to stumps and didn’t allow the Indian bowlers to make any further inroads.

For India, Sharma was the pick of the bowlers as he ended Day Two with figures of 3/31 in his 15 overs.

Brief Scores: India 165 all out (Ajinkya Rahane 46, Mayank Agarwal 34; Kyle Jamieson 4/39), New Zealand 216/5 at Stumps (Kane Williamson 89, Ross Taylor 44; Ishant Sharma 3/31)

The match between Bengaluru FC and ATK in progress on Saturday.

Bengaluru, Feb 22 (Agencies): Bengaluru FC and ATK shared spoils in a four-goal thriller at the Sree Kanteerva Stadium in their last game of ISL league phase.

Dimas Delgado (18’) opened the scoring for Bengaluru and Kevaughn Frater (35’) doubled the advantage.

However, Edu Garcia (86’) and Michael Soosairaj (90’) scored in the dying moments to earn ATK a point.

The hosts opened well and dominated possession but lacked the venom to do real damage. Dimas broke the deadlock from a direct free-kick on the edge of the left flank with a well-taken kick that Dheeraj failed to divert away from goal.

The visitors then enjoyed some attacking mo-

Chelsea players celebrate after scoring a goal during their EPL match against Tottenham on Saturday.

the midfielder.

Lampard’s win over his former Chelsea manager Mourinho gives the Blues a four-point cushion over their London rivals and extends Tottenham’s dismal run at Stamford Bridge to one win in 34 trips.

Chelsea had gone four without a win in the league before Saturday but Giroud repaid Lampard’s trust in him by scoring on his first start since November on 15 minutes, blasting in at the near post after Ross Barkley had bounced the rebound from the Frenchman’s ini-

tial saved shot against the post.

After a delay for a VAR offside check, Lampard pumped his fist in celebration at his striker’s first Premier League goal since April and another rare starter, Alonso, almost joined Giroud on the

fielder testing Gill between the posts. This was followed by a sequence of ATK attacks that Bengaluru had no real problems defending against.

Frater and Nili Perdomo looked dangerous on the break for the hosts. In fact, their best chance of the second half arrived in such a scenario. But the Spaniard’s shot from a tight angle could only rattle the side-netting.

AT K ’s p e r s i s t e n c e paid off when Edu Garcia dribbled his way past the entire Bengaluru defence and slotted it past Gill to make it 2-1. The Spaniard later set Soosairaj up from a short free-kick. The 25-yearold’s shot took a deflection Khabra, lobbed bounced above Gill and into the back of the net.

New cricket practice pitch at DDSC ground

A. Rahman, joint secretary, Nagaland Cricket Association with players and others after inaugurating the new cricket practice pitch at DDSC Ground, Dimapur.

Dimapur, Feb 22 (NPN): The Dimapur District Cricket Association (DDCA) under the aegis of Nagaland Cricket Association (NCA) has constructed a new double cricket practice pitch at DDSC Ground, Dimapur.

The cricket practice pitch was dedicated to the young cricketers of Dimapur by A.Rahman, joint secretary, Nagaland Cricket Association on Saturday.

The pitch, which was constructed with a view to develop and popularise the

game of cricket at the grass root level in Nagaland, is the second such practise pitch. The other practise pitch was constructed late last year in Tseminyu under Kohima district, informed Rahman. Practise pitches in Zunheboto, Peren and Mokokchung are also in the final stage of construction, said the NCA joint secretary.

Also speaking at the programme, Choba Lotha, general secretary, DDCA thanked NCA for supporting the association. He

Chelsea boost top four hopes with Tottenham win Lo n d o n, F e b 2 2 (Agencies): Chelsea boss Frank Lampard masterminded a crucial 2-1 win over Jose Mourinho’s Tottenham, as recalled pair Olivier Giroud and Marcos Alonso fired the Blues to a victory which strengthens their hold on fourth place.

In his pre-match press conference, Mourinho had claimed he had been told Chelsea were switching to a back five for the fixture, and while that was proved correct, Spurs were unable to prevent Giroud (15) from scoring his first Premier League goal of the season or Alonso (48) capping a move which involved all four line-up changes made

by Lampard.

While Spurs pulled one back late on when Erik Lamela’s effort was deflected in by Antonio Rudiger (89), it could have been worse for the visitors had Giovani Lo Celso not been controversially let off by a VAR check when he appeared to stamp on Cesar Azpilicueta. Officials at Stockley Park later announced ‘human error’ had caused them not to send off

ments, the best chance of which arrived in the 22nd minute when David Williams’ curling corner was cleared off the line by Khabra. Bengaluru’s fiveman back-line otherwise had no trouble dealing with the threat posed by ATK’s attack.

Leon Augustine dazzled for most parts of the first half and eventually got an assist to show his scintillating performance. The 21-year-old outpaced Victor Mongil before cutting it back to Frater for a simple finish from the edge of the six-yard box.

Habas reacted by bringing on Soosairaj and Edu Garcia at the break. The visitors started on the front foot in the second half, with the former Bengaluru mid-

scoresheet when he chested the ball up and volleyed a right-footed shot narrowly over the bar from distance as Chelsea stepped up the pressure.

Spurs had chances to get back level just before the break, with Lucas Moura’s shot deflected over the bar

by Azpilicueta and Davinson Sanchez forcing Willy Caballero to tip over from the resulting corner before Japhet Tanganga almost latched on to a long ball forward which had the Blues keeper back-tracking.

But it was the home side who finished the half on top, with Barkley shooting into the side-netting and they made it 2-0 three minutes after the restart when the four players Lampard brought into his XI combined. Mason Mount sent Giroud’s flick-on to Barkley who squared for Alonso to fire his low shot past Hugo Lloris on his first league start since December.

Barkley then forced the Spurs keeper to push his shot from wide over the bar before Lo Celso escaped punishment for

a nasty-looking challenge on Azpilicueta which left the Chelsea man with stud marks on his shin. With around 10 minutes left to play, officials confirmed Lo Celso should have seen red.

There were more debatable decisions to follow, as Tottenham had penalty appeals waved away when Tanguy Ndombele collided with Reece James and Harry Winks went down under Rudiger’s challenge, while Chelsea could easily have made it three, with sub Tammy Abraham denied by a fine save by Lloris and Alonso hitting the bar with a free-kick.

Spurs pulled one back when sub Lamela’s low strike went in off Rudiger’s heel to set up a tense finale, but the hosts saw out the game to secure just their sixth Premier League home win of the season - and land a big blow in the race for the top-four.

Chelsea are in Champions League action on Tuesday when they host Bayern Munich at Stamford Bridge in the first leg of their round of 16 tie.

also said that more such pitches will be constructed in Dimapur district in the future. Lotha also urged the cricketers to make good use of facilities.

Meanwhile, DDCA will be starting coaching for three days a week soon.

Therefore, interested players upto 19 years of age may get registered under DDCA. Further also all registered clubs of Dimapur have been asked to contact DDCA on or before February 28 for participation

in the 2nd Pihoto Memorial Inter-Club Cricket Tournament to be held from March 11 at NCA Ground, Sovima.

DDCA will also organising under-18 cricket tournament from March 20. Therefore, all interested schools, colleges and clubs have been asked to contact DDCA member C.K. Mech (8415869357) on or before March 5.

All participating players should be born in Dimapur between 01-09-2002 and 01-09-2005.

Tokyo postpones training for Olympics volunteers TOKYO, Feb 22 (Agencies): Organisers for the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics have postponed training for volunteers because of the spread of the coronavirus in Japan.

Training was scheduled to be held starting Saturday but will be rescheduled, the organising committee said in a statement released late Friday.

The postponement of training will not affect other preparations, and organisers are not considering cancelling the games, the statement said.

Japan is facing growing questions about whether it is doing enough to stop the coronavirus, SARSCoV-2, which emerged in central China late last year and has spread to 24 other countries.

Some investors are starting to worry the epidemic could scupper the Olympics, which are scheduled to start in Tokyo on July 24.

More than 400 Japanese and foreign passengers are set to disembark from

the virus-stricken Diamond Princess cruise ship near Tokyo after weeks aboard in quarantine.

More than 600 people on the cruise liner, which has been quarantined off Yokohama since arriving on Feb. 3 carrying 3,700 people, have been infected.

Two of them - both Japanese in their 80s - died on Thursday, and about 100 passengers are set to be transferred ashore in coming days for further quarantine.

Around Japan, more than 80 people have tested positive for the virus, which has killed more than 2,000 in mainland China.

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