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Vol XXIX No. 34
DIMAPUR, THURSDAY, JANUARY 10, 2019 Pages 12 ` 5.0
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RS clears quota Citizenship Bill: Protests continue in North East States bill for upper caste PTI/IANS/Correspondent
Vote counts displayed on an LED screen at the Rajya Sabha in New Delhi, Wednesday.
NEW DELHI, JAN 9 (PTI): The Parliament Wednesday approved amending the Constitution to provide 10 per cent reservation to general category poor in jobs and education with the government terming the landmark move as ‘slog over sixes’. A day after Lok Sabha approved The Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty Fourth Amendment) Bill, 2019, the Rajya Sabha passed the law with 165 voting in favour and 7 against. The Bill was introduced by Union Minister of Social Justice & Empowerment Thaawarchand Gehlot. In the last leg of the legislative process, the Bill will now go to the President for approval. And once it gets
Budget Session to start from Jan 31 NEW DELHI, JAN 9 (AGENCIES): Parliament’s Budget Session will start from January 31 and will last till February 13, according to a decision taken at the meeting of Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs (CCPA). According to Economic Times, this will be the last session of the current Lok Sabha before it gets dissolved and fresh elections are held to elect a new Lok Sabha. Finance minister Arun Jaitley will table this year’s Budget which will be a vote on account. The Full Budget will come only after the new government is formed.
his ascent, it will become the law that will give economically weaker sections in the general category 10 per cent reservation in education as well as central and state government jobs. The Bill was approved after the House rejected a motion moved by Kanimozhi (DMK) and supported by Left parties for sending it to a parliamentary select committee for scrutiny. Against 18 members supporting, 155 opposed it and one member abstained. The House saw a lively debate which lasted over eight hours. The Bill was approved after the House rejected 5 amendments moved by Opposition members. The quota will be over and above the existing 50 per cent reservation to SCs, STs and Other Backward Classes (OBCs). M e a n w h i l e, R a j ya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh on Wednesday adjourned the House sine die at the conclusion of its winter session during which four bills were passed.
GUWAHATI/AGARTALA/IMPHAL, JAN 9: Widespread protests against the Citizenship Bill continued in Assam Wednesday with agitators blocking roads and marching with their clothes off in several parts of the state. The Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016 that seeks to provide citizenship to non-Muslims from Bangaldesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan was passed by the Lok Sabha Tuesday. Agitators across the Northeast, including Assam, have been blocking roads and rail tracks, seeking revocation of the Bill. In Guwahati, members of 70 organisations, led by Akhil Gogoi’s Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti and Asom Jatiyatabadi Yuba Chatra Parishad, protested outside central government offices and also tried way through the barricades to the state secretariat, leading to a scuffle with police. “Police had to resort to mild lathicharge and fire rubber bullets to disperse the protesters who refused to move back despite warnings. Some of them were
Activists of various indigenous organizations stage a protest rally in front of Assam Secretariat against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016, in Guwahati, Wednesday. (PTI)
also taken into custody to prevent deterioration in law and order situation,” a senior officer said. In Golaghat’s Numaligarh area, members of Asom Aikya Manch took to the streets with their clothes off to protest against the Bill. At Digboi, the agitators tried to block a highway to stop Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal from attending Gorkha Mahatsov. They were, however, dispersed by the police. AASU activists in Nagaon waved black flags to BJP state unit president
Ranjeet Das. Protests by students were also reported from Cotton State University and Dibrugarh University. An 11-hour shutdown was called by AASU and NESO, and supported by over hundred organisations Tuesday, bringing life to a standstill in Assam. Prohibitor y order clamped in Tripura Prohibitory order under Section 144 CrPC has been clamped for an indefinite period at Tripura’s Madhabbari and adjacent areas, where at least seven persons were injured when
Citizenship Bill protesters clashed with police on Tuesday, according to a police official. Sub-divisional police Officer (SDPO) Prankrishna Das said the police launched a search operation at Madhabbari and Dasharambari in Jirania police station of West Tripura district since Tuesday night during which one country made gun and a machete were recovered. “The situation is completely under control now,” the SDPO told PTI. SMS and mobile Internet services remained suspended throughout the
state till Wednesday while broadband services, though available, was very slow. The home department in a notification had suspended the services for two days since Tuesday apprehending law and order problem after the clashes. Police foil protest rally in Manipur Manipur police on Wednesday foiled a protest rally against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016 that seeks to provide citizenship to non-Muslims from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan. A protest rally had been planned by Left Coordination Committee of Manipur units of CPI, CPI (M), RSP and Forward Block at the concluding part of another protest on the same issue. Addressing a press conference, convener of the committee L Sotinkumar alleged that the passing of the bill despite strong objections from the opposition bench was nothing but against the Constitution and a dishonouring of the country’s secularism. “BJP’s intention of passing the bill is nothing but to convert India into a homeland of Hindu. The bill will give a great impact
to demography of Northeast states,” he said. Manipur People Party (MPP), North-East India Development Party (NEIDP), Manipur unit of Siva Sena and other also objected to the bill. Meanwhile, members of Democratic Students Alliance of Manipur (DESAM) staged a protest in front their office before burning a copy of the bill in the concluding part of the protest. Talking to reporters, DESAM leaders worried that once the bill got the assent of the President after passing through the Rajya Sabha, indigenous people of the North East will be dominated by migrants from outside the region. The bill will eliminate the people of the region from their own land, they alleged. All Manipur Students’ Union (AMSU) has warned that if the bill is not withdrawn at the earliest, the body will be compelled to take extreme steps like boycotting the upcoming Republic Day. Meanwhile, Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh has said that his government will not, in any way, go against the aspirations and wishes of the people.
2 NPF MLAs from Dimapur NTC supports opposition 3 AGP ministers resign from Assam govt to Citizenship Bill clarify on GiA release issue
DIMAPUR, JAN 9 (NPN): ment within the state own DIMAPUR, JAN 9 (NPN): Expressing its total dismay at the Government of India (GoI) for getting Reacting to the controver- resources. sy surrounding the issue of However, they said the the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016 passed in Grant-in-Aid (GiA) under claims of RD assistant direc- the Lok Sabha on Tuesday by refusing to listen to the rural development (RD) de- tor, Hisinle Kent and RD sentiments of the people of the Northeast, Nagaland partment, the two opposition director, Imlimeren Jamir Tribes Council (NTC) has declared its support to the MLAs from Dimapur district that GiA fund for 2014-15, democratic protest initiated by North East Students’ –– Azheto Zhimomi, MLA, 3 2015-16 and 2017-18 have Organisation and other like-minded organisations. In a statement, the council reiterated that the Bill Dimapur III A/C and Moa- been released to Dimapur was definitely detrimental to minority communities toshi Longkumer, MLA, 2 Di- district along with Peren and like Nagas. Warning that the Bill, once enacted by both mapur II A/C–– have sought Mon before Christmas was the Houses of Parliament, would have far-reaching to clarify the matter pertaining false and misleading. NPF consequences on “weaker States particularly in the to Dimapur district. MLAs asserted that the two Northeast”, NTC strongly urged the Centre GovernIn a joint statement, the officers, instead of throwing ment to come out clear on its policy and programme two MLAs stated that Dima- light on how the sanctioned to tackle the impending threat of the day. pur DRDA has not received GiA of Rs. 96 Crores would be It further warned that Nagaland would be a vicGiA for 2014-15, 2015-16 and implemented in 74 RD blocks tim due to the indifference of the PDA government. 2017-18, which they said has of the state as per guidelines, Questioning the wisdom of PDA government in been confirmed by DRDA cited ‘lack of documents’ and soft-peddling the Bill, NTC asked whether the former project director and deputy shifted the blame onto the had failed to understand its purpose and whether it commissioner (DC) Dimapur, VDBs accusing VDBs ‘of not had underestimated the ramifications of the Bill. The who is also district VDB chair- submitting proposals.’ council also asked PDA whether it had adopted the man. GiA (2016-2017) for the Meanwhile, when con- policy of accepting whatever was passed onto the State six blocks of Dimapur district tacted, Project Director DRDA by GoI to be good and decided to mortgage Nagaland (Aghunakha, Chumukedima, Dimapur, Atokhe Aye said that at the expense of its indigenous people. “What has made PDA to be so indecisive and NEW DELHI, JAN 9 Dhansiripar, Kuhuboto, Medz- DRDA Dimapur has received (IANS): The Rajya Sabha iphema and Niuland), the the demand draft of Grant-in- timid to call a spade a spade in the face of Nagaland’s MLA said was released by Aid for 2014-15, 2015-16 and survival being threatened by the Bill?” the statement did not take up the Citizen(Cont’d on p-7) the previous DAN govern- 2017-18 for Dimapur district. wondered. ship Amendment Bill on Wednesday on the last day of the winter session and the government is expected to press for its passage in the brief budget session of D I M A P U R , J A N 9 Constitution of India and 7, 2019 to once again delib- assembly and accordingly parliament. (NPN): NPF legislature Bengal Eastern Frontier erate on the issue. However, the subject was listed in the Home Minister Ra- party Wednesday accused Regulation of 1873 (Inner he said disappointingly the Business list of the day, but jnath Singh made a state- the state chief minister Line Permit). decision of the cabinet was “bizarrely” the speaker rement in the House to ad- Neiphiu Rio of making According to NPF leg- “to urge the Centre to re- fused to let the NPF MLAs dress apprehensions on contradictory statements islature party spokesperson, examine and review” the to delve on the subject. Also, Imchen said the the bill which was passed on the Citizenship Bill Rio further took his team of controversial bill. Imchen said no men- leader of NPF legislature by the Lok Sabha on Tues- (Amendment) 2016 and cabinet to Delhi to meet asked him to “assuredly the union home minister tion were made as in what party, TR Zeliang, had day. state” as to what was the and “categorically” told form to ‘Re-examine and written a letter to the chief stand of the PDA govern- the home minister that he Review’ as the Bill has been minister on the subject ment on the issue. would not oppose the bill. passed in the Lok Sabha. on July 16, 2018, seeking In a press release, NPF Imchen said NPF had “One moment, the clarification on the stand legislature party spokesper- “downrightly refuted” this chief minister says we are of PDA government. son Imkong L Imchen said claim of the chief minister protected and will not op“Opportunist leaders he “shudder to think of the and demanded that the state pose the Bill, next he goes are cowards and would state of Nagas” should the government oppose the Bill on to say that if it goes always lean on the winning chief minister continue to as Nagaland was vulnerable ‘against the interest of the side no matter the peril and lead Nagaland at this pace vis-à-vis the illegal immi- Nagas’ he would oppose would never risk his posiand trend. grants, and the repercus- and now he seeks the Cen- tion for the posterity and After the formation sions of the controversial tre to ‘Re-examine and well being of his people,” of PDA government, Im- Bill would be disastrous to Review’. Would the chief Imchen said, adding that chen said the cabinet had the future of Nagas. minister for once, assuredly this was “exactly what Rio a sitting to deliberate on NPF party, with genu- state as to what is the stand is doing despite the clear the issue of Citizenship ine concern for the welfare of the PDA government?” indication of the dangers (Amendment) Bill 2016, and future of the Nagas, has Imchen asked. that awaits the future of and Rio had boldly stated in the last few days raised Further, NPF legis- Nagas, should the Bill be “Sir, why’ve you come that they would not op- this issue again, he said, lature party spokesperson passed in Rajya Sabha and to office, it’s only 10th pose the Bill, as the state adding that subsequently, said the party had also assented by the President January? You must of Nagaland was protected the PDA government had a sought to raise the issue in of India.” cooperate with all staff.” under Article 371(A) of the cabinet meeting on January the second session of the (Cont’d on p-7)
GUWAHATI, JAN 9 (PTI): Three Asom Gana Parishad Ministers Wednesday resigned from the Assam Cabinet, two days after their party exited the government over the Citizenship Amendment Bill. Ministers Atul Bora (Agriculture), Keshav Mahanta (Water Resources) and Phanibhushan Choudhury (Food and Civil Supplies) submitted their resignations to chief minister Sarbananda Sonowal. The AGP had pulled out of the BJP-led govern-
ment a day before the bill seeking to provide Indian citizenship to non-Muslims from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan was passed in the Lok Sabha. Earlier in the day, the AGP executive met at the party headquarters here to discuss the matter. The withdrawal of the AGP, wirh 14 MLAs in the 126-member assembly, will not have any immediate effect on the Sarbananda Sonowal-led government that still has the backing of 74 MLAs.
RS does not take up Citizenship Bill
NPF legislature party attacks CM over Citizenship Bill
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StPCA and MYS celebrate jubilees
Rev. Dr. James Thoppil, Sr. Albina Moya and others after unveiling of the Kezhienyi Khalo with members and officials of Mesulumi Youth Society and SPCA Jubilee Monolith on January 9. others after unveiling of the Jubilee Monolith, on January 9. DIMAPUR: St. Peter’s Church, Angjangyang and the Mesulumi Youth Society held their Silver and Golden Jubilees respectively, on January 9. Following are reports from the celebrations. StPCA: The Catholic community of St. Peter’s Church, Angjangyang (StPCA), celebrated its Silver Jubilee along with a felicitation and reception program for SABS, Sr. Albina Moya (First Religious Sister from the Village), with Bishop of Kohima, Rev. Dr. James Thoppil as the main celebrant on January 9 under
the theme “Peter you are the Rock”. A press release from Bishop’s secretary, Fr. Victor Renthungo, mentioned that the Bishop in his religious discourse said that a Jubilee was a time to express gratitude to God who inspired and guided every step of the pioneers of the community who ventured out to accept and to live a faith that was not very familiar and welcomed. He also acknowledged them for their sacrifices and dedication. The Bishop further stated that Jubilee was also a time to live the present with
passion and to re-dedicate and renew our lives according to the principles of Jesus Christ. A St. Peter’s CYA Tribal Troop led the procession from the village junction to the Church entrance and gave a grand reception to Bishop James and Albin SABS. Bishop James Thoppil blessed and unveiled the Jubilee Monolith. SABS, Albina Moya, cut the ribbon of the monolith and assistant parish priest, Holy Redeemer Church, Tobu, Rev. Fr. Joseph Kath gave a welcome speech. St. John Bosco
Changki Students Union holds conference and sports meet DIMAPUR: The Fourth Changki Students Union (CSU) Conference-&Sports Meet was launched on January 9 with an inaugural program held at Orija Salang, Changki village, on January 8. The theme of the event was “Rediscover our Identity”. A press release from Changki Students Union secretary, Tenzukla Amri stated that DGP Nagaland, T John Longkumer, was the special invitee to the program where he made mention of a number of luminaries from Changki who blazed trails in Changki history. He also stated that the Changki people were able to accomplish much because of their wholehearted acceptance of Christianity and the pioneering work that Christian leaders had done. He encouraged youngsters
T John Longkumer speaking at the 4th CSU Conference&-Sports Meet inaugural program on January 9.
Changki, Mokokchung, Dimapur, Kohima, Chümoukedima, Mangkolemba and a combined team from Nokon, Merayim, Naronikum and Longnak. The curtain raiser was performed by CSU, Dimapur. The four day event will also include a workshop on pottery, hymnal competition, games and sports, and a talent show. Earlier, the invocation was offered by Medemnokchala Jamir, a welcome address was delivered by CSU president Taliwapang Pongen, words of blessings were conveyed by Changki Village Council chairman, Lendimenba Amri, followed by a song presented by CSU Mokokchung. The inaugural program concluded with a prayer by Changki Yimlang Baptist Church associate pastor women, Rev. Imlila Amri.
Youth, Mon, presented special numbers during the felicitation program. Jubilee greetings and exhortation were delivered by former ministers, K Kiko, A Nyamnyie, and Wangpa Anthony. The program was compeered by Elick Thomas and Rose Mary and word of thanks was delivered by the Jubilee Planning chairman. MYS: The Mesulumi Youth Society (MYS) celebrated its Golden Jubilee at local ground, Mesulumi village, with Kezhienyi Khalo, MLA 17th Chizami A/C, as special guest on January 9. A press release from
MYS media cell stated that Khalo, himself a former president of the MYS, lauded the effort of the MYS pioneers and all its leaders who worked tirelessly and contributed significantly towards the celebration. The MLA lamented that many youth of the present generation had spoilt their lives with intoxicants and most youths, instead of going to Church during worship hours, give mobile phones priority. He advised them to work hard, be more active in Church activities and contribute towards village development.
He also urged village leaders to maintain cordial and healthy relations with neighbouring villages and challenged leaders to be more dedicated, cooperate and work together for the development of Secheku range. Khalo also unveiled the jubilee monolith at Chitho Rikhube which was blessed by pastor MBC Kewekhazu Venuh. The program was chaired by Dr. Kulo Kapfo, a welcome note was delivered by president CRPO, Welhipe Chiero, and a vote of thanks was proposed by VCC Mesulumi, Wenyilo Venuh.
DRDA Peren on GiA funds DIMAPUR: The project director, DRDA Peren has issued a clarification reacting to the news item “PDVBDA clarifies on GiA” published January 9 regarding the non-release of Grant in Aid (GiA) and Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) funds. In the clarification, the project director said that for the GiA, a cheque amounting to Rs. 4,69,51,000 has been received
and forwarded to the DC and chairman of VDP Peren for deposit into respective VDB accounts. The VDB secretaries have been directed to contact their respective BDOs. It gave the break up of the fund as follows: Jalukie Block, Rs. 1,59,79,000; Athibung Block, Rs. 84,36,000; Peren Block, Rs. 80,61,000; Tening Block, Rs. 1,44,75,000. It however added that the MGNREGA funds have not yet been received from the government.
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WSKH: Western Sumi deep sorrow over the sudKukami Hoho (WSKH) has den and untimely demise expressed profound sadness of GOC, EC, Naga Army, at the demise of Hokheto ‘gen.’ Bampei, on January 4. Yepthomi, age 102, Akukau In a condolence note, NNC to have dreams, to be deterGhuvishe village, father of president, T. M Keyho said mined and to be passionate Kasheto Yepthomi, presi- that at this crucial period, his to reach their goals. dent Sumi Kukami Hoho, death had left a vacuum in Dr. Tiasunep Amri, and vice president Nagaland the national leadership and associate professor, NaGB Federation. In a condo- defence of its land. Keyho galand University encourlence note, WSKH presi- also offered condolences aged the delegates to predent, Vihuto Yepthomi and to the bereaved family and serve the Changki identity, general secretary, Kuhovi V. prayed for the departed soul culture and language. Zhimomi has conveyed the to rest in eternal peace. The release added that Hoho’s deepest condolences FGN Khiamniungan the event will be a triennial to the bereaved, and prayed region: Khiamniungan refour day event represented that almighty God to grant gion FGN has expressed by student unions from them strength and solace sadness at the demise of in this hour of pain and ‘brigadier’ Pangpe, GOC sorrow. WSKH also prayed Eastern Command Naga for the departed soul to rest Army. In a condolence message, L. Shulem, deputy DIMAPUR: RMSA 2013 Tuensang unit festive season with empty pockets in spite in peace. NNC president: NNC secretary Khiamniungan has appealed to the concerned depart- of their sincere and dedicated services. president ‘gen. (retd)’, T. region FGN, stated that late ment to release their pending salary of It pointed out that teachers were M Keyho, has expressed Pangpe, after contributing five months, from August to December still continuing with coaching classes for 2018. the forthcoming HSLC examinations. An appeal letter by RMSA 2013 RMSA appealed to the government and ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Batch, Tuensang unit, convenor, Ghang- department to look into this problem on somba G/T GHS Ngoungchung stated priority and release the pending salary at that teachers were compelled to spend the the earliest.
many years of distinguished service for the Naga national cause left this world on January 4. The message added that in his demise, the FGN had lost a true patriot and his good deeds for the nation will be remembered and cherished. The deputy secretary further conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed that the good Lord grant rest and peace to the departed soul.
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news in Brief AUD Sukusho Kighini: Alaphumi Union Dimapur (AUD) has convened its Sukusho Kighini for January 12, 9 a.m. at the residence of Nitoshe Kinimi, Mishikito. All concerned have been requested to attend the program and be blessed. LBCA 5th CNY general rally: The 5th Christian Ntsinran Yangro (CNY), Children Ministry of the Lotha Baptist Churches Association (LBCA) will be holding its 5th general rally from January 11 to 13 at Wokha Village Baptist Church on the theme “Rejoice in the Lord” (Philippians 4:4). A press release by CNY LBCA chairman, N. Thungchio Lotha stated that children as well as children ministry leaders from all Baptist Churchs under LBCA will be attending the rally. CPO public meeting: Chakhroma Public Organisation (CPO) has convened a public meeting at CPO hall Chumoukedima for January 16, 10 am to discuss important issues relating to APO and CYO. All frontal organisation presidents and colleagues under CPO and village council chairmen/GBs, and all ex-officios of CPO have been requested to attend the meeting without fail. NSBSG to conduct basic course: Nagaland State Bharat Scouts & Guides (NSBSG) will be conducting a weeklong basic course for scout masters and guide captains from January 23 to 29 at State Training Centre, Nerhema under Kohima district. Registration will start from January 23, 8 am onwards. For far flung districts, participants have been requested to reach location by January 22. The minimum educational qualification for the course is matriculate and above 18 years of age. Travelling expenses, both ways, will be reimbursed for state transport bus fares. TSUD annual get together-&-picnic: Tenyimi Students’ Union Dimapur’s (TSUD’s) annual get together-&-picnic will be held on January 12. TSUD has requested all to congregate at TUD Complex at 8 am. All constituent unit office bearers and senior leaders have also been invited. NSDU to celebrate silver jubilee: The Nagaland Secretariat Driver’s Union (NSDU) will be celebrating its Silver Jubilee on January 12, 10 am at State Academy Hall. The union and the Jubilee Committee have invited all members of the union, secretariat drivers, handymen and mechanics to attend and celebrate the auspicious occasion together. AST executive meeting: The Akehta Sangtamlarii Thsingmiijang’s (AST’s) 12th executive meeting will be held on January 24, 9 am, at Sangtamtilla Village Council Hall. AST general secretary Atsala Anar through a press release has requested all officials, executives, advisors, unit presidents, legal advisors and ENWO representatives to attend the meeting. DC Kohima on meeting for R-Day work distribution: Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, Rajesh Soundararajan, has informed concerned officials that a meeting will be held on January 10, 11 am at DC’s Conference Hall, Kohima to chalk out work distribution and other arrangements in regard to the ensuing Republic Day Celebration at New Secretariat Plaza, Kohima on January 26. (DIPR) NSCN (I-M) UT recovers Scotty: NSCN (I-M), UT, has recovered a two wheeler (Scotty Yamaha Ray, Black colour), Ch No. 1GC1115398, Eng No. ME11GC017E2115 with duplicate documents of the first and second owners in the tool box. The rightful owner has been asked to claim the Scotty, by producing original documents, from the UT office within seven days of the publication of this report.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT With heartfelt gratitude, we express our sincere thanks to all those who helped us in many ways at the death of our beloved mother Late YESHELI JIMOMI of Kushiabill Dimapur on 5th January 2019. We are truly sorry for failing to mention all individually names but we shall always remember and cherish your kindness shown to us through prayer and moral support, financial and material help and physical presence attending to our various needs. May God Almighty accept your deed in His grace and shower blessing on all of you. We would like to acknowledge and mention the following :1. Kushiabill Village Baptist Akukuhou (a) General (b) Women (c) Youth 2. Kushiabill Village Sumi Community 3. Kushiabill Sumi Kiphimi Kuqhakulu 4. Kushiabill Sumi Totimi Hoho 5. L. Hotovi Village Baptist Church (a) General (b) Women Department (c) Youth Department 6. Lizumi Kuqhakulu Dimapur 7. Govt. Middle School Staff, Ekhyo Yan 8. Shozukhu Ghami Baptist Akukuhou 9. Gorkha Baptist Fellowship, Kushiabill 10. NFFWWF Loving Children, Grand & Great Grandchildren and Relatives
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Late Tohoni Y Achumi wife of Yekhevi Achumi (Born on April 1, 1964 - Died on January 5, 2019) “We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord” (2 Corinthians 5:8) We the family of Late Tohoni Y Achumi, wishes to acknowledge the expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us following our sad loss. We offer our heartfelt thanks to the churches, neighbours, friends and well wishers who visited our home and provided emotional and physical support for us at this difficult time. And those who helped us in any possible way, your contributions made our loss more bearable. Though it would be impossible to thank everyone individually. We pray that our Almighty God repay our debts by blessing you abundantly for your kind deed. Please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. Loving Husband & Family DC-25
War Veteran, Hav. Dazo Angami (Sohuyi Sazo) (Rtd.) Died at the age of 84 A Brief Profile of Dazo Angami (Sohuyi) Hav. Dazo Angami (Rtd) (Sohuyi Sazo) son of Lt. Murhachu of Phusachodu was born in 1934 at his native village Phusachodu village. His father died when he was still very young, as such he was brought up as a foster child by his uncle Lt. Pohu Sazo. At the age of 14 years, he joined Assam Police as constable in Dergaon Assam on 10th August 1948. Later on he gave up Assam Police and went to Shillong and got recruited as Assam Regiment in 1958. He was first posted in Sikkim Bn and later on transferred to 6th Bn of Assam Regiment in 1962. When the Indo-Pakistan war broke out in 1969 he was posted to the frontier areas bordering to East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) from 1969 to 1972. He participated in the Indo-Pakistan war and was in the fore front from Nov. - Dec. 1971. During the war he was posted in the following places :- Halley, Lalmati, Isordy, Sylhet etc... He retired from the service in 1974 in the rank of Havildar. He was decorated with the following Medals for his proficiency in the service. * Ashok Chakra Medal * Sangram Medal * Poorvi Star Medal and * 25th Indian Independence Anniversary Medal. He died after a brief illness at his private residence, Rukizu Pfutsero under Phek District on 9th January 2019 at the age of 84. He left behind one son and three daughters and a host of grand children. KOH-1
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WEATHER FORECAST January 10
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Max Min
Agartala Partly sunny
26 12
Aizawl
Brilliant sunshine
Guwahati Hazy sunshine Imphal
Abundant sunshine; pleasant
Itanagar Hazy sunshine
20 7 23 9 22 7 20 10
Shillong
A passing afternoon shower
12 3
Kohima
An afternoon shower
16 5
Dimapur Mostly sunny; pleasant
22 10
Partly sunny; cool
18 5
Tuensang Sunshine and patchy clouds
10 3
Mkg Wokha
Mostly sunny; cooler
Zunheboto Mostly sunny; cool
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A cultural troupe from Chesezu village presenting a folk tune during the CPO general session on Wednesday. (NP)
Correspondent KOHIMA, JAN 9 (NPN): The Chakhesang Public Organisation’s (CPO’s) 37th General Session was held at Chesezu Village, Phek district under the theme “Unity through Justice” on Wednesday. Mikha Kenye from Zapami Village was announced as the new CPO
president and Vedüvo Rhakho the general secretary, for the tenure 2019- 21. Speaking on the status of Article 371 (A), advocate Timikha Koza and president of the Tenyimi People’s Organisation called upon the gathering to protect and defend the provision constituted in the article. He said the Nagas had earned state-
hood through sweat, tears, and blood. Stating that ownership and transfer of land and its resources under the special provision of Article 371 (A) were consciously constituted, he said people should also be aware of such provisions. Nagaland is the most democratic, even the most communistic, in terms
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Chief Minister of Nagaland, Neiphiu Rio called on Governor of Nagaland PB Acharya at Raj Bhavan Kohima on January 9. They exchanged New Year greetings and discussed state affairs. The Chief Minister was accompanied by senior government officials led by chief secretary, R Binchilo Thong, and additional chief secretary Temjen Toy. (PRO Raj Bhavan)
War veteran Dazo Angami passes away
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KOHIMA, JAN 10 (NPN): Former army man Dazo Angami (Sohuyi Sazo), a veteran of the Indo-Pakistan War, Ashok Chakra, Sangram, Poorvi Star and 25th Indian Independence Anniversary medal winner, passed away after a brief illness at his private residence, Rukizu in Pfutsero under Phek district on Wednesday. He was 84 and is survived by one son, three daughters and a host of grandchildren. The war veteran was born at Phusachodu village in 1934. His father late Murhachu died when he
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was still very young and was brought up as a foster child by his uncle late Pohu Sazo. The former Indian Army havildar joined Assam Police at the age of 14 as a constable at Dergaon, Assam on August 10, 1948. He later left Assam Police and went to Shillong where he was recruited into the Assam Regiment in 1958.
He was first posted to the Sikkim Battalion and later transferred to 6th Battalion of Assam Regiment in 1962. When the Indo-Pakistan war broke, Dazo was posted at the front bordering East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) from 1969 to 1972. He participated in the IndoPakistan war and was at the forefront in NovemberDecember 1971. During the war, he was posted at various places like Halley, Lalmati, lsordy, Sylhet, etc. After actively serving the regiment, he retired from service in 1974 as a havildar. He was decorated with a number of medals for his proficiency in the service.
DIMAPUR: The Electoral Registration Officer of Zunheboto has issued a notification stating that the list of amendment to the draft Electoral Roll for 31 Akuluto, 32 Atoizu, 33 Suruhuto, 34 Aghunato, 35 Zunheboto and 36 Satakha Assembly constituencies have been prepared with reference to January 10 as the qualifying date. According to a report by the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), this has been done in accordance with the Registration of Electoral Rules, 1960. Copy of the said roll, together with the said list of amendments has been published and will be available for inspection at the Electoral Registration Officer’s office.
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Apropos the news item “CVUD selects new office bearers” published January 9, the special guest was M Mhonbemo Ngullie and not as rendered. The inadvertent error is regretted.
of legal system, Timikha pointed out, because it all boils down to forgiveness. Expressing the view that Nagas lack in dialogue and discussion, Timikha asked the people gathered to develop the habit of holding dialogues and reasoning things together for the welfare of the people. Outgoing CPO president, Kekhwengulo Lea, in his presidential address said that the organisation follows the decisions of the people. He also spoke about poor medical facilities in the district which, he said, needed to be pondered on. The organization also decided to organize a common platform for the community once every three years under the theme “Unity in Christ” Kühüsayi Nyekha, chairman of Tsüswüveh, hoped that the event will strengthen the Chakhesang community for a better tomorrow. On the second day of the session, a Chakhesang Day will be observed where Dr. Chotisuh Sazo, MLA, will share greetings, with short speeches by Zachilhu Lohe, Zhovehu Lohe and Thenucho Tunyi.
Naga Shisha Hoho to celebrate 25th anniversary
Vezokho Vero (2nd from R) along with organizing committee members during press conference at Prüzie Prayer Centre, Kohima on Tuesday. (NP)
Correspondent KOHIMA, JAN 9 (NPN): Naga Shisha Hoho Prayer Centre, Prüzie, Kohima will celebrate its 25th anniversary from January 19-20 under the theme “To obey is better than sacrifice” (1 Samuel 15:22) at the prayer centre. Speakers for the event will be Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) general secretary, Rev. Dr. Zelhou Keyho, Western Sumi Baptist Akukuhou Kukhakuli executive secretary, Rev. Dr., Hevukhu Achumi and Apostolic Ministries president, Rev. Dr. Luozilie Sanchu. This was announced by pastor Naga Shisha Hoho Prayer Centre Prüzie, Vezokho Vero in a
press conference at Prüzie Prayer Centre on Wednesday attended by organizing committee members Daniel Sep, Veshutso Vero, Shanchumo Humtsoe and pastor Velavoyi Keyho. Pastor Vero shared a brief history of Naga Shisha Hoho where he said that the 3rd Naga Shisha Hoho was permanently established in Prüzie in the year 1994 under the divine direction of God. He said the present prayer centre location, which had been a dense forest then, was shown by God through divine revelation. Vero added that overcoming many obstacles, it was celebrating its 25th anniversary. The Naga Shisha Hoho Prayer Centre is for
all Naga tribes, including Nagas living in Manipur, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Myanmar. He invited Nagas from all these places, irrespective of denomination, to attend the anniversary celebration. He also highlighted some achievements of the prayer centre through God’s intervention, like healing, deliverance of satanic worshippers, mending broken families etc. The anniversar y monolith and flag will be unveiled and unfurled on January 19, 2 pm by Rev. Dr. Zelhou Keyho with a worship service at 3 pm. On January 20, morning service will begin at 10 am, and the evening service at 4 pm.
Rio inaugurates Mon International Trade Fair & Expo DIMAPUR: Chief Minister of Nagaland, Neiphiu Rio inaugurated the Mon International Trade Fair and Expo on January 7 at Mon Local Ground. According to DIPR, the Trade Fair & Expo, being organised by the District Administration, Mon in collaboration with Nagaland Handloom& Handicraft Promotion Council (NHHPC), will continue till January 17 under the theme, “Exploring New Market Opportunities and expanding Sales Network.” During the inaugural function, Rio stated that trade expos give opportunities to entrepreneurs and manufacturers to show case their products to prospective customers. Mon is one of the most important strategic districts of Nagaland sharing boundaries with Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Myanmar, he said. According to Rio, it is also the Land of Anghs and is the “Handicraft District” known for its unique handicrafts and art forms. He opined that the event will help entrepreneurs of the district with an opportunity to build partnerships and access networks. He maintained that it
Neiphiu Rio speaking at the inaugural function of the International Trade Fair and Expo on January 7 at Mon Local Ground. (DIPR)
will also give an opportunity to youth and entrepreneurs to showcase their products and attract investors. “There is no shortage of natural resources in Nagaland provided we go for exploration,” he said. He added that the State holds rich promises in the export of crops like coffee, cardamom, pepper and spices. Commenting on flora, Rio stated that the North East was a rich bio-diversity hotspot with rare medicinal plants and herbs and these need exploring. He also
mentioned that the state government was trying for promote trade and businesses. He said that it was heartening and commendable that the Expo was being held in Mon, away from the usual venues of Dimapur and Kohima and appreciated the Mon District Administration and all the organizers. Rio also exhorted the gathering to start looking at a banking culture and get loans from banks to start
businesses, and for farming ventures. The chief minister was accompanied by ministers Metsubu Jamir and Paiwang Konyak; advisors Longrineken, Imnatiba, Noke Wangnao, Pohwang Konyak, Bongkhao Konyak; and MLAs Thongwang Konyak and Eshak Konyak. Earlier, Thavasselan K, DC Mon, gave the welcome address and Imnalensa, SP Mon delivered a vote of thanks.
AHA to hold Christian leaders’ conference
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DIMAPUR, JAN 9 (NPN): The Asia Harvest Alliance (AHA), a fellowship of Christian leaders from different Churches and ministries in North East India, other parts of India and neighbouring countries, is organizing a three-day conference from January 16 to 18 under the theme “Abundance of Harvest” at Imliyanger Memorial Center (IMC) hall in Notun Basti, Dimapur. The conference is primarily aimed at imparting, training, and equipping Christian ministers for fulfilling the Great Commission, while also reaching out to members of the general public who need healing. It will witness a host of renowned speakers from India and aboard. To announce the upcoming conference and highlight its objectives, representatives from AHA, pastor, Life Square Church, Kenei Kiso; pastor, The Lighthouse Church, Wabang S Longchari; director, Globe Mission, Lipok Phom; and senior pastor, K Y M C
Christian leaders from Asia Harvest Alliance at the press conference held on January 9 in Dimapur. (NP)
Father’s House Church, Robert Kikon addressed the press at Hope Cafe near DABA in Duncan Basti on Wednesday. The AHA conference will have two sessions everyday: a day session from 9 am to 1 pm where Christian leaders will be equipped for their respective ministries, and the second session at 5 pm which is open for all. The registration fee for the day session is Rs 100 for those from Dimapur, and Rs 2000 (with lunch and dinner) for the entire duration for those from outside Dimapur. The accommodation charges are 1000 rupees for dormitory and 2000 rupees for hotels per day.
In his address, pastor Kenei Kiso said the evening session is open to all, especially for those seeking deliverance and healing. He lauded the unity of Christian leaders coming together but pointed out that fellowship is still lacking and there is a need for leaders to fellowship and reason together. P a s t o r Wa b a n g Longchari, who also addressed the media, stated that AHA has been organizing the conference for three years. Wabang also outlined the growth of AHA in the last three years, from the time it was founded by Heidi Baker in 2016 to its current strength of
around 100 members from Mizoram, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Sikkim, West Bengal, Delhi and Chandigarh, and also from Nepal, Myanmar, Bhutan, Singapore, Indonesia and China. Pastor of Faith Harvest Church, Kohima, Rev Shan Kikon is the current president of AHA which has eight council members. Also taking into account the challenges faced by leaders of independent Churches and ministries in getting a license or being ordained, Wabang stated that AHA will also give licence to those part of AHA and those who have been in the ministry for around 20 to 25 years, to help them fulfil the call of God in their lives. Senior pastor of Father’s House Church, Robert Kikon stated that the focus of the conference was to fulfil the Great Commission and to ignite the flame of evangelism. The praise and worship for the three-day conference will be led by Jack Pucho, Kingdom Culture Church and Sinai Ministry. K Y M C
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‘Citizenship Bill for whole country, not confined to NE’ Minister said. His statement came after violent incidents were reported from some northeastern states including Assam, Tripura and Meghalaya after the Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2019 was passed by the Lok Sabha on Tuesday amid objections raised by the opposition parties. Rajnath Singh said Assam had been facing illegal migrant problems for several decades and had also witnessed an agitation over the issue during 1979-1985 which led to the signing of the Assam Accord on August 15, 1985. Dispelling the misgivings about the Bill, he highlighted the discrimination and religious persecution faced by minority communities in those countries. "They have no place to go to except India. The Bill will provide relief to persecuted migrants who have come through western borders of the country to states such as Gujarat, Rajasthan, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh and others," he added. The Bill seeks to enable Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis and Christians who fled to India from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Ban-
gladesh without valid travel documents or those whose valid documents expired in recent years to acquire Indian citizenship through the process of naturalisation. The Minister said the Bill would help the migrants facing religious prosecution in the three countries to get Indian citizenship. He said religious minorities in Pakistan have been facing systematic discrimination and, though the present governments in Afghanistan and Bangladesh were committed to the welfare of the minorities, they have faced problems in the past. He said no other country except India could have provided interim protection from punitive legal action to minorities facing difficulties in the neighbouring countries. Rajnath Singh said that the Narendra Modi-led Central government had taken steps to properly implement the provisions of the Assam Accord and was effectively implementing the National Register of Citizens. "We are committed to completing the process. As I said earlier, no Indian citizen will be excluded."
Meghalaya adopts systematic Trains in NE to get approach to develop tourism ‘glass-top’ coaches to boost tourism
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Shillong, Jan 9: Meghalaya has adopted a systematic approach to develop tourism by taking an initiative to develop and package the unique selling point of a particular destination in the State, Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said on Wednesday He made this announcement at the inauguration of the Lake View Cottages and Orchid Lake Cottages near the scenic Umiam Lake constructed under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme of the Union Ministry of Tourism. Noting that a focused approach to boost the sector will pay dividends for Meghalaya and its economy, Sangma said, “We can reap rich dividends by investing in and developing tourism. For every rupee that is spent in this sector, the return will be a hundred fold which will have a direct bearing on our economy.” “We want to build a positive campaign to promote our destinations and invite tourists to experience the culture, nature and the climate of Meghalaya,” he said. Sangma stated that the central government was extending all support for developing connectivity to different tourism destinations, which will facilitate tourism in the State. “We are engaging with different airlines to start direct air connectivity from Delhi and Kolkata and if this happens it will be a huge boost to tourism. Likewise, if there is air connectivity from neighbouring countries, Meghalaya being the nearest hill state will benefit immensely,” he added. The Chief Minister said that the government has envisioned the development of heritage villages in different destinations to enable tourists to experience the unique culture, traditions and music of Meghalaya.
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Supplies to Bru relief camps may stop after January 15: Official
Central government started the eighth phase of repatriation of Bru refugees from August 25, 2018. (Express photo)
Agartala, Jan 9 (PTI): Displaced Br u refugees of Mizoram, sheltered in six evacuee camps in Tripura, will be deprived of ration supplies and cash from January 15, if the Union government does not extend its deadline for doling out benefits to them, officials said. As the Ministry of Home affairs (MHA) is yet to convey its decision on the matter, the supplies to the migrants might be stopped mid-next week, an official said. “The state has been providing cash and food to the relief camps as per instructions of the MHA, which had last year halted supplies for a brief period after failing to repatriate the Brus,” Abhedananda
Baidya, the sub-divisional magistrate of Kanchanpur in North Tripura district, said. Bruno Msha, the secretary of Mizoram Bru Displaced Peoples Forum (MBDPF), said the community, comprising more than 35,000 refugees, was aware of the situation and that Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh will be apprised of the matter soon. “We shall write to Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh seeking his intervention in a day or two,” Msha told PTI. Thousands of Brus had been living in Tripura relief camps since 1997 in the wake of communal tension in Mizoram,
Life affected in Tripura on second day of trade union strike
PM dedicates Silchar-Imphal transmission line
Ag a rta l a , J an 9 (IANS): Normal life in Tripura was affected for the second day on Wednesday due to the nationwide shutdown called by 10 central trade unions in protest against the “pro-corporate, anti-workers and anti-people policies” of the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre. A large number of markets, shops and business establishments were closed and most private and passenger vehicles remained off the roads. Government offices, though, functioned almost normally, and many of the schools and educational institutions also remained open with thinner attendance. Most banks and financial institutions remained shut in line with their decision to down shutters on Tuesday and Wednesday. Flights operated to and from Agartala, while the Northeast Frontier Railways (NFR) operated their trains with very less passengers. A police official said there were no untoward incidents reported from any part of the state in view of the strike. The Left parties and their trade union
NEW DELHI, JAN 9 (AGENCIES): Trains in the Northeast India will soon get vistadome coaches to ensure that passengers are able to enjoy the scenic beauty of this region. Railway Minister Piyush Goyal has given a go-ahead to this plan of introducing vistadome coaches in trains that are running on specific routes, particularly the routes that boast of scenic beauty, of the Northeast Frontier (NF) Railway. The objective of this plan is to boost tourism in the Northeast. NFR Public Relations Officer Pranav Jyoti Sharma, said that they have identified these areas because these stretches have a lot of greenery. He also informed that the ticket pricing will be a little different and size of this coaches will be like those regular coaches. Vistadome coaches are glass-top coaches, enhanced with wooden indoors, and are able to accommodate around 35-40 passengers. The highlight of these coaches being their glass roof that allows “He was involved in travellers to witness nature passing on sensitive infor- in its full glory. mation on location and deployment of army units, NOTICE weapon profiles and artillery guns at Kibithu, as well as Any person or individual giving loans in the form of land or in cash to infrastructure development Mr. Sepekiu Xaviour son of Late Y.Joshua Thsithrongkiu of Singrep along the LAC,” he said on Village, Kiphire District will be doing so at their own risks. The family members and relatives will not take any responsibility or will witness condition of anonymity. A smart phone has any cases for the same. Family Members: been seized from the posT. Sepongchum, T. Isaac Champise, T. Hojongse K-64 session of Rai, the personnel said, adding that the arrest AFFIDAVIT (CORRECTION OF NAME) Date: 09-01-2019 was made under provisions Regd. No. 05/2019 of Official Secrets Act, sec- I, No. 4371855K LNK S. EANGSHAM KONYAK son of SHAMPA tion 120B of the IPC for KONYAK, do hereby solemnly affirm that in some of my official my name has been inadvertently entered as EANGSHEM criminal conspiracy and documents, KONYAK but my actual name is S. EANGSHAM KONYAK. That the section 72 of the IT Act for names EANGSHEM KONYAK and S. EANGSHAM KONYAK is the breach of privacy. same and one person only i.e. Myself.
Suspected Pak spy arrested in Arunachal Pradesh Itanagar, Jan 9 (PTI): A man suspected to be a spy of Pakistan intelligence agencies has been arrested in Arunachal Pradesh’s Anjaw district, near India-China border, army sources said. The accused has been identified as Nirmal Rai, a resident of Sadiya in Assam’s Tinsukia district, they said. State Director General of Police (DGP) SBK Singh, when contacted, said Rai had been working as an army porter at Kibithu and Dichu two border posts along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). He was arrested to January 6 by army personnel and handed over to Arunachal Pradesh Police a day after, the DGP said. “Rai belongs to a Nepali community. He worked at a burger shop in Dubai between 2016 and 2018 before moving to Kibithu,” he said, adding that more details in the case will be available after interrogation. Army sources told PTI that Rai was under watch for over a month due to his suspicious behaviour. The suspected spy was probably trained and recruited by Dubai-based handler of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), an army personnel said.
Itanagar, Jan 9 (PTI): Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu Wednesday welcomed the Narendra Modi government’s decision to provide 10 per cent reservation in education and government jobs for ‘economically weak’ people across castes and religions. In a statement on Wednesday, Khandu said that the passage of the Constitution (124th Amendment) Bill 2019 by the Lok Sabha would ensure that every poor person, irrespective of caste and creed will get a life of dignity and access to all possible opportunities. “Prime Ministers mantra of Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas is being realised in the truest sense,” the chief minister said in the message. While lauding Modi for the historic decision, Khandu said, “with this decision of the Centre, millions of poor and vulnerable brothers and sisters of our country will be benefited.” The chief minister credited Modi of being “visionary” prime minister who works and thinks for the welfare and development of the poor, needy and the voiceless sections of the society.
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GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF INFORMATION & BROADCASTING NOTICE INVITING FEEDBACK/COMMENTS ON DRAFT SPORTS BROADCASTING SIGNALS (MANDATORY SHARING WITH PRASAR BHARTI) (AMENDMENT) BILL, 2018 - EXTENSION OF DEADLINE Date: 31st December, 2018 Reference to this Ministry's earlier notice dated 17.10.2018 seeking feedback / comments on Draft Sports Broadcasting Signals (Mandatory Sharing with Prasar Bharti) (Amendment) Bill, 2018 and the notice dated 09.11.2018 to extend the deadline upto 31.12.2018 for receiving feedback/ comments from General Public/Stakeholders on the said draft Bill, 2018. It is informed that the deadline for receiving feedback/comments from General Public/Stakeholders on the said draft Bill, 2018 to enable telecast of 'Sporting events of National Importance' on mandatory channels of Doordarshan via Cable / DTH / IPTV Operators has been further extended by this Ministry till 15.01.2019. davp 22202/11/0022/1819
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NEW DELHI, JAN 9 (IANS): Commenting on the reports of violence in the northeastern states as a result of the Citizenship Amendment Bill 2019 being passed in the Lok Sabha, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday informed the Rajya Sabha that "misconception" is being spread about the Bill. He said the Bill, which seeks to remove hurdles in the way of eligible migrants from six minority groups from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan getting Indian citizenship, was not confined to Assam or the northeastern states but will apply to all states and union territories. "The burden of these persecuted migrants will be shared by the whole country. Assam and northeastern states alone would not have to bear the entire burden and the government is committed to providing all help to the state government and the people of Assam. "The purpose is that the migrants facing persecution anywhere in the country can apply for Indian citizenship. After that they can live in any state of the country like an Indian citizen," the
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leaders maintained that the shutdown was total and successful while the ruling BJP claimed that the people rejected the strike in Tripura. Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leader and Tripura unit president of Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) Manik Dey told the media that braving the threat of ruling BJP and the state government, the state’s people unitedly observed the shutdown to protest against the antipeople policies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government at the Centre. BJP General Secretary Pratima Bhowmik, however, claimed that the “people outrightly rejected the strike as it did not serve their interest”. CITU leader Manik Dey said life was crippled in large parts of rural areas in Tripura, and in urban and semi-urban areas the shutdown was almost total. “The BJP government used the administration and the police to foil the success of the strike. Several BJP leaders accompanied by a large number of party workers forcibly opened some shops and business establishments,” he said.
DIMAPUR, JAN 9 (NPN): Prime Minister, Narendra Modi dedicated to the nation, the 400kV Double Circuit Silchar-Imphal transmission line constructed by Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. (Power Grid) on January 4, in the presence of chief minister of Manipur, N. Biren Singh, speaker of the Manipur Assembly, Yumnam Khemchand Singh and other dignitaries from the state and centre. A delayed press release by Power Grid Corporate Communications stated that Prime Minister in his speech said that the line would remove the problem of power cuts in Manipur. The project is the first 400kV power infrastructure in the state of Manipur and is of high importance for the entire North-East region in general and Manipur in particular. It will cater to longterm power requirement of the State of Manipur and shall improve voltage profile in the State. The State would now also be able to draw its share of power from Pallatana and Bongaigaon generation projects, the release stated.
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triggered by the brutal killing of forest guard Lalzawmliana inside the Dampa Tiger Reserve by militants. The Centre had embarked on the eighth phase of repatriation of Bru refugees in August, 2018 as per an agreement signed with the leaders of the tribal community. However, the repatriation package was rejected by most refugees, who claimed it was “insufficient”. Only 150 refugees from 42 families returned Mizoram during the exercise. “The MHA had stopped doling out assistance to the migrants for 21 days from September 30, 2018 after they refused to return Mizoram.
Sikkim all set to host first North East Youth Festival Gan g t o k , J an 9 (Agencies): Dentam in West Sikkim is geared up to host the first North East Youth Festival from January 21 to 23. According to Northeast Now, notably, more than 15,000 youths from all across the eight northeastern states are expected to come together at Dentam stadium for the festival. Meanwhile the organizing committee is giving final touches for the grand event and a preparatory meeting was held recently to discuss the final preparations, reports Sikkim Express. The meeting chaired by local legislator and minister N K Subba which was attended by advisors A D Subba and Sher Hang Subba, Youth Development Board chairman Khem Prasad Dahal, Sports department director Kamal Singh Chettri and others. Subba, who is also the chief patron of the festival organizing committee, informed that this is for the first time that the State government is organizing the North East Youth Festival on its own expense with objective of enabling the youth of north- eastern States of India to be the part of various youth development programmes.
Dearest little man, Peve ,we never thought you can be cuter than your everyday self. But seeing you enjoying your first cake is an understatement .Tiny hands holding our fingers, lovely smiles melting our heart, deafening cries breaking our heart and sweet giggles warming our souls. Happiest birthday to our little man and may god bless you abundantly. From, Aunties, Uncles, Amzo , Apu and all your loved ones Dear, Imsurenla Jamir “Happy birthday to one of our best friends. Here’s to another year of laughing at our own jokes and keeping each other sane! Love you and Happy Birthday!” With love and prayers. Fanny and Aka Dear... Daniel Nangba... Many many happy returns of the day!! May this day brings all that your heart desires... happy birthday!!..May God bless you... SM’s family.... Dated 09/01/2019 AFFIDAVIT (Correction of Name) I, No. G/2901756P Rank: Rfn Name: T. HANRUTHONG, son of Lt. Thsepanthong presently serving in No. 4 MGAR Assam Rifles C/o 99APO, do hereby solemnly affirm on oath and states as under:1. That I am presently serving in No. 4 MGAR Assam Rifles C/o 99APO 2. That the under mentioned name of my spouse has been wrongly recorded in my service book and the same has been corrected and rectified as follows:
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Terrorism new form of warfare, says Rawat
to contain the movement of funds and guns. He said radicalisation through the social media was a matter of great concern as a lot of people are getting radicalised using the platform. “I think we have a lot to do with the media and the social media which must be controlled. For this if one particular nation starts controlling a particular media, it will be taken as media rights are being curbed. “Therefore, I think the international community must get together in ensuring that the source of the social media is prevented from spreading false information and disinformation because a lot of funds are coming from people who are getting radicalised,” said Gen. Rawat. He said radicalisation through social media was also becoming one of the causes for raising of funds by the terrorist organisations. They are being convinced about the acts of terrorists and the radicalised people are also helping the terror outfits in generating funds, he said. The Army Chief said the ISIS has not been able to find its feet in India as in some other countries and attributed it to India’s rich family values and good neighbourhood watch system.
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Crop insurance as ‘big’ a scam as Rafale: Uddhav ance firms. “People have got cheques of Rs 2, Rs 5, Rs 50, Rs 100. I don’t do ‘Mann ki Baat’ (referring to Modi’s monthly radio programme) but believe in speaking ‘jann ki baat’. Allegations are being made that there is a scam of thousands of crores in the crop insurance scheme,” he said. “Who should we question? There is someone called Sainath, who is an expert on the subject, who has written a book. He has said the crop insurance scam is as big a scam as Rafale,” Thackeray said. While the Opposition Congress has been alleging corruption in the Rafale jet deal, the government has denied it. Claiming that there was a “bubble” of announcements, Thackeray asked the government to “solve the problems of farmers before considering any alliance talks”. The Sena has been regularly hitting out at the BJP despite being part of the government in Maharashtra and at the Centre. Its leaders have often said they would contest the next polls on their own. Thackeray’s party and the BJP had contested the 2014 Lok Sabha polls in alliance but split up at the time of Assembly polls. The Sena joined the state government later. “Everyday you (Modi) go to different countries and say my country is changing? How many days left (in power) for you now?” Thackeray asked.
Kashmir’s IAS topper resigns to protest ‘unabated killings’ New Delhi, Jan 9 (AGENCIES): Shah Faesal, the outspoken IAS topper whose success inspired many young Kashmiris to join the civil services, announced on Wednesday that he has decided to resign from the government and join electoral politics. Faesal, 35, attributed his decision to protest what he described as “the unabated killings in Kashmir and absence of any credible political initiative from Union Government”. “I have decided to resign from IAS. Kashmiri lives matter,” Faesal said in a Facebook post that was severely critical of the central government. Faesal, a 2010-batch IAS officer, was the first Kashmiri to top the civil services examination held by the Union Public Services Commission, or UPSC. His appointment was then seen to reflect the changing mindset of Kashmiris. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, Faesal, however, said he will announce his plans on Friday. He is expected to join the National Conference and contest the Lok Sabha polls from Barmulla in north Kashmir. Former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah welcomed Faesal to politics. “The bureaucracy’s loss is politics’ gain. Welcome to the fold @shahfaesal,” Abdullah tweeted. Abdullah refrained from outlining any more
New Delhi, Jan 9 (PTI): Terrorism is becoming a new form of warfare and it will keep growing like a “multi-headed monster” till nations continue to use it as a State policy, Army Chief Gen. Bipin Rawat said Wednesday as he pitched for some control over social media to contain spread of radicalisation and terror-funding. In an address at the Raisina Dialogue, India’s flagship conference on geopolitics, the Army Chief said there should be talks with the Taliban so as to bring peace to Afghanistan but asserted the engagement must be without any preconditions. In a clear reference to Pakistan, Gen. Rawat said a “weaker nation” has been using terrorists as a proxy to put pressure on other nations to come to terms with them, and warned against tolerating such policy. “If this is going to happen, then there will be States that will be funding the terrorists and allowing them to move around in the manner in which they want to move,” he said, adding Pakistan has always kept the Taliban in its backyard. Identifying social media as a platform to spread radicalism and generate financial resources for terrorism, the Army Chief said time has come to put some control over it.
“We see a different kind of radicalisation in Jammu and Kashmir. My take is that terrorism is here to stay so long as there are nations which are going to continue to sponsor terrorism as a state policy. We are seeing it happening in Jammu and Kashmir,” he said. In Jammu and Kashmir, he said, youth are being radicalised using “misinformation” and falsehoods on religion. “It is a low visibility, high-gain option. This is now becoming a form of warfare. We referred to gurilla warfare some years ago. This is now graduated to terrorism,” he said. Gen. Rawat, observing that terrorism was becoming a new form of warfare, said the menace is now spreading its head like a multi-headed monster. He said there was definitely a nexus between drugs and guns and unless movement of drugs was controlled, it will be difficult
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Shah Faesal (File) details, saying Shah Faesal’s “future political plans are his to announce”. Omar Abdullah has supported Shah Faesal on social media more than once, particularly when Faesal was trolled for his blunt remarks. He was as scathing in his Facebook post announcing his decision to resign. “I wish to reiterate that voices of reason in this country cannot be muzzled for long and the environment of siege will need to end if we wish to usher in true democracy,” he wrote. Faesal, from Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district, got into trouble with the government last year and was issued a show-cause notice for tweeting a comment on a story of a man raping his mother. “Patriarchy+Populat ion+Illiteracy+Alcohol+P orn+Technology+Anarch y = Rapistan!,” Faesal had tweeted in April over a story
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titled “Porn addict rapes 46 year old mom, arrested in Gujarat”. In August last, he said repealing of Article 35A of the Constitution would end Jammu and Kashmir’s relationship with the rest of the country. “I would compare Article 35A to a marriagedeed/nikahnama. You repeal it and the relationship is over. Nothing will remain to be discussed afterwards,” he said in a tweet. “Let’s not confuse the issue. Sovereignty and integrity of India can’t be challenged. Not at all. But the Constitution has kept some special provisions for J&K state. It’s a unique arrangement. It isn’t a threat to India’s integrity at all,” he said. Article 35A empowers the Jammu and Kashmir state’s legislature to define “permanent residents” of the state and provide special rights and privileges to those permanent residents.
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Jaipur, Jan 9 (PTI): Rahul Gandhi said Wednesday that farmers, troubled by the agriculture distress, showed Prime Minister Narendra Modi their strength in the recent assembly elections in three Hindi heartland states, including Rajasthan, in which the BJP lost power to the Congress. Addressing a farmers’ rally in Jaipur — the first after Congress formed the government in Rajasthan, he also promised to waive farm loans in every state if the Congress is voted to power in 2019 Lok Sabha elections. The Congress president, however, said waiving farm loans is a small step towards addressing the agriculture distress and “a new green revolution (harit kranti) is needed to address the problem.” Attacking Modi for not participating in the debate on the multi-crore Rafale jet deal, Gandhi said, “Chowkidaar could not stand in Lok Sabha for a minute during the debate on Rafale issue.” Gandhi has been playing on the word “chowkidaar”, used by Modi after his election to say that he will not allow corruption on his watch, to target the prime minister. “We demand a JPC probe of the Rafale deal,” Gandhi said, asserting that Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman could not reply to his questions during the debate on the issue in Lok Sabha. The Congress wrested power from the BJP in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh in December.
Agra, Jan 9 (IANS): Calling himself a ‘chowkidar’ (watchman) who is ever vigilant, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that political leaders involved in scandals and corruption should be ready to pay for their misdeeds. “The ‘chowkidar’ is vigilant, alert and working 24x7. No amount of political conspiracies and alliances will be able to stop my war against corruption,” the Prime Minister told a public gathering at Meena Kothi grounds here. Addressing people after laying foundation stones and inaugurating developmental projects worth Rs 3,500 crore, Modi took on the opposition. In an apparent reference to the likely alliance between the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) and the Samajwadi Party (SP) in Uttar Pradesh, ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, Modi said it was now clear that their leaders were worried about their misdeeds and were trying to join ranks to stop the investigative agencies from acting against them. “People who were not even ready to see each other’s face are now striking alliances... Chowkidaar ko door se hi dekh kar ye ghabra jaate hain...”
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Crafty politics
esperate situations call for desperate measures and that was what the Modi government has done when its cabinet decided to amend the Constitution to provide 10 per cent quota in jobs and higher education for the poor among communities not eligible for reservation. The upper caste quota opens a new front that is likely to play out in the run-up to the Lok Sabha elections. The decision stopped the opposition in their tracks, especially the Congress which was gunning for the beleaguered prime minister on the Rafale and demonetisation issues. It was a strategic but crafty move which none of the parties dared oppose or else risk losing the votes of the upper castes. The BJP has been under severe attack and even the Augusta Westland deal did not create the impact it had wanted as the party was booted out in its bastions in Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. For the ruling BJP, the decision was with an eye on Lok Sabha elections in a few months and also to leave behind the party’s defeat in the Hindi heartland states of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh. By giving 10 per cent quota in jobs and higher education to the upper caste poor, months before the next Lok Sabha elections, the Narendra Modi government has played a master move that few among the opposition parties can criticise. For one, the upper caste quota is not a new idea but one which what several opposition leaders had been asking for but did nothing. When Mayawati of Bhaujan Samaj Party (BSP) rode to power in Uttar Pradesh in 2007, she demanded reservation in jobs for the poor belonging to the upper caste. Then the Congress as well as the BJP supported the demand. When the decision sailed through, Mayawati won the election with the help of significant support by upper caste voters. Some Dalit leaders in the ruling NDA too have demanded such a quota for the upper caste poor. Reservation for SC, ST and OBCs throughout India has already plugged 49.5 % of jobs. With another 10% added for the upper castes, the total jobs reserved will now cross over to 59.5%. SC, ST and OBC categories are considered to be of those who need to be raised to a higher level to maintain equality. They are given free education, easy jobs, lower criteria for selection and in short reservation. Modi used his so-called backward credentials to woo a large section of non-dominant backward class communities during 2014. By extending reservation for the upward caste has changed the narrative of social justice about reservation being an exclusive political right of the backward castes and thus and takes away the “bragging rights” of backwards during political dialogues and electioneering. Now the BJP will rightly claim to be a promoter of upper caste quota for the economically backward. The fact of the matter is that when those who form the government continue with their promise to make India a super power and also a great nation, it is quite inconceivable that the same breed of politicians think nothing of taking the country backwards for political dividends. The quota system is about promoting mediocracy and that cannot make India great.
DailyDevotion Prayerful Inner-Searching May your whole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless… —1 Thessalonians 5:23 “Your whole spirit….” The great, mysterious work of the Holy Spirit is in the deep recesses of our being which we cannot reach. Read Psalm 139. The psalmist implies— “O Lord, You are the God of the early mornings, the God of the late nights, the God of the mountain peaks, and the God of the sea. But, my God, my soul has horizons further away than those of early mornings, deeper darkness than the nights of earth, higher peaks than any mountain peaks, greater depths than any sea in nature. You who are the God of all these, be my God. I cannot reach to the heights or to the depths; there are motives I cannot discover, dreams I cannot realize. My God, search me.” Do we believe that God can fortify and protect our thought processes far beyond where we can go? “…the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin” (1 John 1:7). If this verse means cleansing only on our conscious level, may God have mercy on us. The man who has been dulled by sin will say that he is not even conscious of it. But the cleansing from sin we experience will reach to the heights and depths of our spirit if we will “walk in the light as He is in the light” (1 John 1:7). The same Spirit that fed the life of Jesus Christ will feed the life of our spirit. It is only when we are protected by God with the miraculous sacredness of the Holy Spirit that our spirit, soul, and body can be preserved in pure uprightness until the coming of Jesus-no longer condemned in God’s sight. We should more frequently allow our minds to meditate on these great, massive truths of God.
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Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JANUARY 10, 2019
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Defending the right to privacy
he successful passing of a historic bill in Lok Sabha to amend the Aadhaar law giving its citizens freedom to provide their Aadhaar number for availing services such as bank account and mobile number among others is nothing less than a triumph for the commoners in their existential battle against the manipulative and evil design of the state to arbitrarily curb their privacy’s right under the pretext of “in the interest of the state”, “for the nation’s security” etc… This comes four months after the wise intervention and direction from the honorable Supreme Court of the country, on behalf of the citizens, declaring the government decision for providing of biometric ID mandatory for mobile connection, opening bank account, school admission and competitive exams as illegal, which otherwise the law had the potential of becoming an instrument for seriously challenging and infringing upon the individuals’ right to privacy. This court ruling and the subsequent passing of the bill comes as a huge respite for the commoners as they will now be free from the unnecessary burden and pressure of receiving constant call from the concerned authorities for linking their bank account and mobile number with their Aadhaar number by giving them certain deadline. This latest historic verdict that favors common people should make way for further amendment to the law that should make the whole of Aadhaar enrollment process itself as voluntary exercise. An individual’s right to privacy constitutes the very essence of life and existence. It is a natural and inalienable right endowed by
Creator to every individual which help him/her to assert himself/ herself as a unique being. For the granting of this right to the individual does not required to be agreed by any consenting parties nor has the establishment/ government any right to interpret and redefine in order to fit to their convenience. In Part R (168) of the landmark Supreme Court verdict on right to privacy in August 2017 read, “Privacy postulates the reservation of a private space for the individual, described as the right to be let alone. The concept is founded on the autonomy of the individual…. The notion of privacy enables the individual to assert and control the human element which is inseparable from the personality of the individual”. This observation from the court is all about defending the rights of the individual’s privacy in the midst of a threat from the state. Aadhaar law clearly violates the right of privacy as it enforce upon its citizens to surrender their unique identification mark like fingerprint, iris and biometric mark which will help the state to keep each and every citizens under strict surveillance. Not contented with those present features of Aadhaar, government is now even wants to extend its surveillance program by taking face identification from its citizens. This has left us wondering what step the authority would initiate next in their relentless quest to have an unlimited access on the life of an individual. If national security or fighting corruption is the reason for initiating any legislation then the entire citizens of the nation should not be held for a ransom for the serving that purpose. In
1933 when German national parliament was burned down, the German government of the day initiated a new law that makes everyone a suspect, and empowered authority to persecute anyone on mere suspicion. The ‘Reichstag Fire Decree’ was passed which suspended most of the civil liberties in Germany, including “freedom of expression and freedom of the press, the right of free association and public assembly”. This is how Nazi Germany takes undue advantage of the burning of their parliament building to impose burden on its citizen and consolidate its power over the people. The government of India cannot effort to replicate this model to create terror of restriction in the life of its citizens just for the sake of atoning its failure. For the tragic failure on the part of the government to recover black money or prevent Mumbai attack in 1993 and 2008 and parliament attack in 2001 citizens of the country cannot pay the price of it by surrendering their freedom for rights to their privacy. The rights of the citizens cannot be exchange for providing security to the nation, which is the sole responsibility of the authority. It would also be too cruel on the part of the ‘welfare state’ to ask from its citizens, especially from the poorer sections, to surrender their basic human right for the sake of availing some benefits from government. The worst possible outcome of this government’s surveillance program is that it would make every individual a potential trouble maker or suspected terrorist who, therefore, needs to be forever kept under scanner. India should not forget that it had produced one of the fin-
Future prospects for the economy don’t seem promising
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ven the most optimistic estimates cannot deny that in all likelihood, the world economy will grow at a slower pace in 2019 than it did in the previous year. Most significantly, the Chinese economy that had managed to keep its engine running at full throttle over the last four decades is slowly running out of gas. The fact that tech giant Apple had to cut its sales forecast citing an unforeseen “magnitude of economic deceleration” in China is telling of the economic heft the Asian economy carries in the world today. Even though this slowdown of the Chinese economy was expected, the trade war with the US has only hastened the inevitable. Apart from the trade war, the continuation of monetary tightening by the world’s largest economies will only add to the misery. Amidst such bleak global prospects, the Indian economy has been reeling under its own share of problems. The economy was surging at 8.2 percent in the quarter ended June 2018 - the fastest rate for any major economy in the world. Even though India still carries that distinction, the growth rate slowed down towards the end of the year to 7.1 percent. Government data released on Monday put at growth rate at 7.2 per cent in 2018-19. Investments have also taken a hit. As per data from the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE), investments into new projects in the last three months of 2018 was at its lowest level since the BJP came into power in 2014. The value of stalled projects has also risen to the second highest in the tenure of the current government. The latest downturn is a culmination of the adverse global conditions that have played out over the last few months. A sudden spike in crude oil prices had sent the Indian currency in a freefall, widening the current account deficit and dampening growth. Only a reversal in oil price trends proved to be a saving grace for the Indian economy. The series of events were a rude reminder of the dependence of the health of the Indian economy on the price of oil. A higher price of oil was a leading cause of the dismal economic scenario in the final years of UPA-II and its sustained downward revision explained the economy’s improved performance during a majority of the current government’s tenure. As per IMF estimates, the windfall gains to the Indian economy from a fall in crude
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est person in history and greatest champions of human right who among many things fought against a law that discriminated Indian in South Africa. Mahatma Gandhi was famously known for his opposition to the Transvaal Asiatic Registration Act 1906 that specifically targeted Asians (Indians and Chinese) where every male Asian members living in the country are required “to officially register and produce on demand a thumb-printed certificate of identity” failing which they were threatened with deportation “without a right of appeal or fined on the spot”. Gandhi opposed this law in the form of pressuring the authority by mobilizing mass support and providing free legal aid to those affected by the law. It is this Gandhi’s vision of non-violence, peace and respect for individual’s right to privacy is what had inspired the world to strive for living a life of dignity and honor, had help India got her independence and whose life and teaching still inspire the world today. If India adored Mahatma Gandhi and take pride of gifting him to the world, which they have every right to, then the nation cannot contradict with his vision and teaching from his native place. Seven decades after independence, India, a free and democratic country, a land of Gandhi, and its people, the sons and daughters of Gandhi, cannot effort to create a new control system, in the name of nation’s security and ensuring transparency, to enslave its citizens and placing them under the yoke of new form of slavery called Aadhaar. Dr. Nsungbemo Ezung, Wokha Town, (ezung_n@yahoo.com)
The separateness of Nagas from the purview of CAB 2019
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he Citizenship Amendment Bill of 2019 (CAB 2019) is an Act of law passed by the Indian Parliament to give Indian citizenship to Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis and Christians who had fled to India from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh in previous years. But in this context, as for any Naga Christians fleeing from Pakistan into Indian Territory, the matter does not exist at all. This is because Nagas have never lived as Christians or animists in Pakistan or any of these neighbouring countries at any time. As for Naga Hindus, Buddhist, Sikhs, Jains or Parsis fleeing into India from Pakistan or anywhere else, the matter is again an absurdity as there has never been any Naga Hindu or Parsi etc in the records of any Asian or world history. The Citizenship Amendment Bill of 2019 is therefore, an Indian government bill that has nothing to do with any independent Naga who is standing firmly on the foundations of Naga political history geography and rights. This is also precisely why the Naga National Council (NNC) raised the Naga flag on 14th August 1947 and Nagas also did not participate in the first and second Indian General Elections in 1952 and 1957. These actions were undertaken by the NNC in order to safeguard Naga national identity and territory. Let these facts remain very clear in every Naga conscience that, in as much as we are not Indians, we also neither belonged to any Indian religion like Hinduism or any of its multifarious offshoots like Sikhism, Jainism or any other religions like Buddhism or Parsi. However if any Nagas compromises on these historical facts, then they will find themselves entangled (or even get lost), in the affairs of a foreign country like India. Kaka D. Iralu
Basic, yet game-changing
iven the varied use of government spending, the question remains on how important it is to focus on the “basic” infrastructure services such as roads, electricity and water -- the classic troika of “sadak-bijli-paani”. Essentially, “basic” infrastructure such as roads, water and electricity are critical drivers of economic growth. Creating the “basic” backbone infrastructure not only delivers value through the usage of the asset or service but, inter alia, offers even greater value through the ecosystem that can be built around the core assets. A recent tweet by Vinayak Chatterjee, Chairman, Feedback Infra Group, illustrates an example of the value-creation through building “basic” infrastructure: “As per Power Ministry, 15 states now have 100% household electrification. Likely consequences are also emerging like increased sales of electrical appliances.” It drives home the point that electrification infrastructure has a critical impact on creating value through multiplier effects on the economy, boosting demand for goods and services down the consumption chain. For all the talk of FMCG companies accessing rural markets, consumer durable companies would do well to pay more attention to the infrastructure creation trends in the economy. For example, increased electrification creates entirely new markets for electronic goods-focused consumer durables companies. However, the creation of a new market is not limited only to the product being sold. Given the relatively higher ticket-value nature of consumer durables,
there is a new market for lending businesses as well. This opportunity in the lending space is to finance some part of the consumption trend. This opportunity is applicable mainly to well-entrenched incumbent lending institutions looking for the next phase of growth. For instance, there might be a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) with a significant business in financing the two-wheeler market in and around the areas seeing increased electrification. The increased electrification trend allows the NBFC to now access a substantial component of existing customers for a new product line of consumer durables. Thereby, the NBFC can deliver value to its stakeholders by building on an existing distribution network and credit information repository. Additionally, there is a business opportunity for the logistics sector as well. A new market in consumer durables creates the need for transportation, storage and distribution of products in new areas. The above is an example of how “basic” infrastructure creation creates positive multiplier effects throughout the economy. Most importantly, new industries are established, and existing industries can expand into new areas thereby creating jobs and facilitating investments. For investors focused on India, both in the private and public markets, current trends such as increased electrification create investment opportunities. For example, more electrification begs an important question: Which segment of the supply chain does the investor want to invest in to generate investment returns?
Do investors want to invest in consumer durable companies that can tap into new markets? Do they want to invest in financial firms that can benefit through funding of the consumption? Or do they want to invest in the logistics needed to create the new supply chain? Regarding direct versus non-direct investments, investors have a choice of directly investing in logistics real estate versus investing in publicly-listed companies that have significant exposure to the new markets. The single biggest takeaway is that the creation of “basic” infrastructure creates investment opportunities for all types of investors across the spectrum. It is also important to note that besides the creation of new infrastructure, significant value creation is possible through improving the quality and maintenance of existing “basic” infrastructure. While new projects tend to grab most of the headlines, gradual quality improvements and effective maintenance of infrastructure is value-additive as well. In summary, the creation of “basic” infrastructure delivers value on many fronts. Crowding in private capital, job creation, a higher standard of living, access to basic amenities and expansion of business opportunities are some of the obvious advantages that come to mind. Going forward, both central and state governments would do well to build and improve the “backbone” infrastructure. (IANS) Taponeel Mukherjee, (taponeel.mukherjee@ development-tracks.com)
oil prices were a cumulative 4 percent of GDP in 2015 and 2016. Therefore, oil price trends will also have a strong bearing on India’s economic performance in 2019. The price will probably remain subdued owing to the slowdown in the global economy, but the oil cartel, Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is a wild card. Even though the dominance of Russia and US has grown in the global oil markets, OPEC still wields a significant influence. So, the volatility in oil prices owing to OPEC’s production cuts will be a major challenge in the coming year. Another aspect that will play a defining role in the performance of the economy is the oncoming elections in May. As is the wont of the political class in India, the government is expected to boost spending in the months leading up to the election, especially towards the farming community, to garner voter support for the ruling party. Conversations around farm loan waivers have already picked up following the BJP’s disappointing performance in the recent state elections. Such efforts are bound to pressure the state’s fiscal goals, which are already in jeopardy considering the government had already reached its annual budgetary targets in October itself. Even though these moves might result in shortterm growth spurts, the impact on the economy’s growth in the second half of the year will depend on the electoral outcomes. The lending activities of the banks will be another determinant of the revival in economic activity of the country. Banks have become extremely risk-averse in granting loans due to increased scrutiny by the RBI on account of the mounting piles of stressed assets. Hopefully, 2019 will be the year when the problem of bad loans will finally move towards resolution and stop being an impediment to growth. With a tepid global economic scenario, subdued domestic sentiment, and an election that is bound to bring a coalition government into power, the future prospects for the economy do not seem promising. The successive government is likely to take charge in a less than ideal economic environment Sir, and will face significant challenges to Why is it that when our own local auto drivers make wrong turns, the traffic police just infuse stability and stronger growth shouts at them and let them off, whereas plain drivers are prone to getting solid slaps? The into the economy. The task is cut out same yardstick must be used for all defaulters as traffic rules are not only for a particular for them. group or society. Even so what is the point of slapping someone when the mistake has already (IANS) been committed? If fines are to be imposed then it should be done in a civil manner so the defaulter learns the lesson and also end up a few hundred rupees poorer. Amit Kapoor, Meren Imsong, Signal Basti, Dimapur (amit.kapoor@competitiveness.in) 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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Left parties members and supporters block the Dak Bungalow road during a protest on the 2nd day of 48-hour nationwide general strike in Patna. (PTI)
were pelted at school buses in Howrah district. Similar incidents were reported on Tuesday as well. There were similar incidents of stone pelting in other parts of the state too. In Kerala, a treasury branch of the State Bank of India in Thiruvananthapuram was attacked and trains were blocked in various parts of state on the second day of strike. At the Thiruvananthapuram railway station, Thir uvananthapuramHyderabad Sabari Express and Venad Express were stopped, while the Kottayam-Nilambur passenger train in Kalamassery was held up for a while. At many places in Kerala, shops and commercial establishments remained shut, and buses and autorickshaws were also off roads in the state.
stir Tuesday. Banking services were also partially affected for the second day, as a section of PSU bank employees came in support of the strike call. All India Bank Employees’ Association (AIBEA) and Bank Employees’ Federation of India (BEFI) have supported the strike, which has impacted banking operation where these two unions are strong. However, the operation in SBI and private sector banks remained unaffected as other seven unions in the banking sector are not part of the strike. According to AIBEA General Secretary C H Vekatchalam, cash transactions, clearance of cheques, remittances, bills discounting and foreign exchange transactions were impacted. He also said that there was 100 per cent strike in 22 districts of Madhya Pradesh and 20 districts of Karnataka. According to unions, the strike was affected due to UGC exams, which started from Tuesday as some state transport departments decided not participate completely in the strike in the interest of students. The exams were scheduled in some states on Wednesday as well.
New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS): The Supreme Court was moved on Wednesday challenging the Delhi High Court order dismissing a PIL seeking a ban on YouTube showing the trailer of the movie ‘The Accidental Prime Minister,’ portraying former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh. The High Court dismissed the plea today. The petitioner had also challenged granting certification to the film. The film is based on a book with the same title written by Sanjaya Baru, former Prime Minister Singh’s media advisor. Baru’s book was published on April 20, 2014. The petition has contended that the trailer on YouTube is misleading and was factually incorrect as there are various inputs not based on the book. Describing the trailer as “misleading,” petitioner Pooja Mahajan, a fashion designer, says she has “discovered that wrong propaganda was being carried at the behest of some political party. Mahajan contends the trailer of the film is “gives an impression that there were confrontations within the government and with the party on the issue of election, nuclear deal, Kashmir, relations with the party and other matters”.
NTC supports opposition to Citizenship Bill NTC expressed shock over how the State cabinet had resolved on the Bill as reported in the media. “Even the vocabularies like ‘previous’ is used to denote our protective laws as BEFR of 1873 and Art 371(A) implying as though such laws remained obsolete, whereas those laws are indeed existing and prevailing. Will the Union Govt. pay heed to the resolution so
adopted by State cabinet for ‘review’ of the Bill? At this very juncture, the middle path posture is a misnomer as the need of the hour is yes or no,” it stressed. According to the council, the lukewarm decision of the State cabinet had isolated Nagaland from other North-eastern States, particularly those who opposed the Bill outright, and that Nagaland was “left friendless and voiceless.”
Alleging that the PDA government had already decided not to oppose the Bill on June 5, 2018, NTC pointed out that this decision was reflected in the State cabinet’s decision to convene an all-party meeting to examine the Bill even when it was already on its way in the Parliament after clearances from Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) and Union Cabinet. According to the council, such an exercise
was much behind the time and irrelevant. “What is the determination of PDA in protecting the settlement of illegal people in Nagaland at the cost of the future of the sons of the soil? What is the wisdom of PDA to resist the eminent flood of influx of outsiders into Nagaland using ILP and Art 371(A) under the enforcement of the Citizenship Bill when the State government has been dragging its
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ed as additional director in the agency. Verma had challenged the move in the Supreme Court which clipped the powers of Rao as director in-charge and barred him from taking any major policy decision till a final order comes from it. In its order Tuesday, the Supreme Court set aside Verma’s forced leave but restrained him from taking any major policy decision till the CVC probe into corruption charges against him is over. In the absence of any clear definition of “major policy” decisions, the grey area exists as to what extent Verma’s powers will be limited. The apex court said any further decision against Verma, who retires on January 31, would be taken by the high-powered committee which selects and appoints the CBI director.
Agra, Jan 9 (IANS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the 10 per cent quota for the poor among the upper castes in government jobs and higher education institutions is a “historic step” and allayed fears that this will cut into the existing reservation pie for the SC/ ST and OBCs. Addressing a public meeting here, he said a “major step” had been taken to provide equal opportunities to the poor and referred to how the Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed a
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“historic” legislation. “After so many decades, the poor from the general category will get a quota of 10 per cent in government jobs and higher educational institutions...
A major step has been taken and I thank all who have supported the amendment in the Constitution,” he said. “I am a man who keeps his words and am happy that what I said as the Chief Minister of Gujarat I have stuck to and fulfilled as the Prime Minister,” he said, pointing out out how during his days as the Chief Minister he would tell people not to be fooled by promises made by politicians and leaders of giving them quota beyond the cap of 50 per cent.
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Mumbai, Jan 9 (PTI): Days after BJP chief Amit Shah’s remarks that his party will thrash former allies if a pre-poll alliance did not materialise ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, senior Shiv Sena leader Ramdas Kadam has threatened to “bury” the BJP. Kadam, whose party is currently an ally of the ruling BJP at the Centre and in Maharashtra, also noted that the Sena had won 63 seats, out of the total 288, in the 2014 state Assembly polls despite the ‘Modi wave’. “They (BJP) have already lost elections miserably in five states. Don’t come to Maharashtra and threaten us or we will bury you. Don’t forget that we won 63 seats despite the (Modi) wave,” Kadam, who is a minister in the Maharashtra government, told reporters on Tuesday evening. In a veiled warning to the Sena, Shah had said on Sunday that if an alliance happened, the BJP will ensure victory for its allies, but if it did not, the party will thrash its former allies in the coming Lok Sabha polls. Asked about the central government’sbill to provide 10 per cent reservation in jobs and education for the general category poor, Kadam said there is already quota for the Marathas, Dhangars and Muslims.
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(From p-1) Taking on the centre over the bill, Imchen said even as the Nagas were crying politically or otherwise to defend their integrity and identity at any cost, it brought about a legal passage for the illegal immigrants to swarm North-eastern states and Nagaland in particular. He maintained that Article 371(A) of the Constitution would also become redundant once the bill was passed and becomes a law. Imchen warned that PDA government headed by Rio would be solely answerable to the posterity of the Naga people, saying the chief minister has not uttered a single word against this controversial Bill. “Rather he has surreptitiously supported the Bill at the expense of the Naga people so that he can continue to cling on to his dilapidated chair which will eventually crush on its own,” Imchen claimed.
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New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday agreed to hear a plea by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) challenging the arbitration proceedings going on between AgustaWestland and the MoD. The Ministry has moved the high court seeking order to restrain hearing in Arbitration Tribunal which was initiated by AgustaWestland. However, Justice Pratibha M. Singh refused to grant any interim order to stay the proceedings before the Arbitration Tribunal. The Tribunal will hear the matter on January 10. The high court has asked AgustaWestland to file reply on the MoD plea within three weeks. The Defence Ministry would file a rejoinder to the AgustaWestland’s response within two weeks. Thereafter, the court has listed the matter for further hearing on February 28. AgustaWestland had invoked the arbitration process after the government cancelled the helicopter deal.
feet on extending ILP coverage to Dimapur district and establishing a strong mechanism to check illegal influx?” it asked. NTC alleged that BJP was determined to create a passage for Hindus living in a few neighbouring countries to come and settle in India under the proposed law. And it had comfortable majority in Lok Sabha, the Bill could be passed just as it had “bulldozed” through JPC.
New Delhi, Jan 9 (PTI): CBI Director Alok Verma joined office Wednesday, 77 days after he was sent on forced leave by the central government through a much-criticised late-night order on October 23, 2018, which was set aside by the Supreme Court. The October order sent Verma and his deputy Special Director Rakesh Asthana, booked by the agency on corruption charges, into exile in a first-of-its-kind move by the government in the agency’s history. In sending Verma on leave, the government overlooked the immunity given to the CBI director by the Supreme Court ensuring a two-year minimum tenure to protect the incumbent from any political interference. The government tried to justify its decision, saying it became necessary amid an unprecedented feud between the two senior-most officials of the agency who had levelled charges of corruption on each other, an argument rejected by the apex court Tuesday. The government had given charge to then Joint Director M Nageswara Rao who was later promot-
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New Delhi, Jan 9 (PTI): Sporadic incidents of violence in West Bengal and Kerala and rail blockades in certain states were witnessed Wednesday on the second day of Bharat Bandh, which also saw a partial disruption of banking and insurance services across the country. Other sectors like mining, road transport, power supply too bore the brunt of strike call given by country’s 10 major central trade unions, except RSS affiliate Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh, to protest against the government’s alleged anti-labour policies and unilateral labour reforms. They had given a call for a two-day Bharat Bandh on January 8 and 9. Stray incidents of violence were reported from various parts of West Bengal Wednesday. Stones
Trains were stopped by protesters at a few places in Tamil Nadu and banking services in some public sector banks interrupted in Telangana but life largely remained unaffected on Wednesday. In Mumbai, lakhs of commuters faced hardships as an indefinite strike called by BEST, the city’s civic transport undertaking, continued. There were only five buses plying on city roads. Train services in Eastern Railway zone were disrupted Wednesday after supporters of the Bandh resorted to blockades at many places. A suspected bomb was found on the railway tracks at Ashoknagar in Sealdah-Bongaon section that led to suspension of train services in the route. In Odisha, train services were hit on the second day of the strike as trade union activists staged ‘rail roko’ at several places including Bhubaneswar, Balasore and Berhampur. Several trains were delayed due to blockade of railway tracks by strike supporters, leaving a large number of passengers stranded at many places. Many states invoked essential services maintenance laws while the Centre had issued a stern warning to refrain from the
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sources by selling land assets and other subsidiaries. The government had initially planned to offload 76 per cent equity share capital of the national carrier as well as transfer the management control to private players. The buyer was required to take over Rs 24,000 crore debt of the carrier along with over Rs 8,000 crore of liabilities.
However, the stake sale failed to attract any bidders when the bidding process completed on May 31. In August 2018, the government had r e -
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building assets would go to the SPV and will be utilised towards lowering the debt burden of the airline. The national carrier had in September last year invited bids to sell its properties located across India. The airline had put up for sale 28 flats in Mumbai, seven flats in Ahmedabad, and two flats and an office space in Pune, besides several other properties across the country. On December 27, the civil aviation ministry told the Lok Sabha that the government has prepared a revival plan for Air India. A comprehensive financial package, including transfer of non-core debt and assets to a SPV, implementation of robust organisational and governance reforms by the board and differentiated business strategies for each of the core businesses of Air India, are part of the plan.
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New Delhi, Jan 9 (PTI): The government is eyeing around USD 1 billion (about Rs 7,000 crore) from the sale of national carrier Air India in the next financial year, a government official said. T h e g o ve r n m e n t will initiate the process of strategic disinvestment of Air India in the second half of 2019-20 and in between it would work towards selling some of its subsidiaries and monetise assets. Air India has a debt b u r d e n of Rs 55,000 crore. In November last year, a ministerial panel headed by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley had approved transferring Rs 29,000 crore debt to a special purpose vehicle (SPV) - Air India Asset Holding Company. “We are eyeing USD 1 billion from the sale of Air India,” the official told PTI.
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Mumbai, Jan 9 (PTI): The Indian rupee Wednesday extended its losses by another 25 paise to close at 70.46 against the US dollar as continued rise in global crude oil prices weighed on sentiments. The stronger US dollar against major global currencies also put pressure on the domestic currency. At the Interbank Foreign Exchange, rupee opened on a firm note at 70.08, but soon pared its initial gains and fell to an intraday low of 70.65 against the US dollar. The domestic currency, however, recovered some lost ground and finally settled for the day at 70.46 per dollar, down 25 paise over its previous closing. On Tuesday, the rupee had plunged by 53 paise to close at 70.21. “Indian rupee depreciated ahead of Sino-American Trade deal statement. Along with the risk-on sentiment and rise in crude oil added pressure on Rupee,” HDFC Securities Head PCG and Capital Markets Strategy V K Sharma said.
New Delhi, Jan 9 (PTI): Industry chamber CII has urged the government to double the income tax exemption threshold to Rs 5 lakh and increase the deduction limit under Section 80C to Rs 2.50 lakh to incentivise savings in the Union Budget to be presented on February 1. In its pre-Budget recommendations to the finance ministry, the CII also suggested lowering the highest personal income tax slab to 25 per cent from 30 per cent at present and allow exemption for medical expenses and transport allowance. Currently, income up to Rs 2.5 lakh is exempt from personal income tax. Income between Rs 2.5-5 lakh attracts 5 per cent tax, while that between Rs 5-10 lakh is levied with 20 per cent tax. Income above Rs 10 lakh is
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to encourage a shift from the informal to the formal sector. “India’s recent growth numbers suggest that the economy remains robust despite temporary setbacks (due top demonetisation and GST),” Kose said. The World Bank’s estimate suggest that India’s potential growth rate is around seven per cent, and is expected to remain around seven per cent, he said in response to a question. “The fact is that Indian economy is being able to deliver growth slightly above its potential is a very good sign,” he added. Refraining from commenting on the economic performance of the Modi Government that too in an election year, the World Bank official said growth performance of India as compared to other emerging markets has been quite impressive. “India’s growth performance has been quite impressive. Year after year it has delivered strong numbers around its potential growth,” he said.
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New Delhi, Jan 9 (PTI): Gold rose for the third straight session Wednesday, gaining Rs 110 to Rs 32,800 per 10 grams on increased buying by jewellers to meet marriage season demand. Silver prices also spurted by Rs 300 to Rs 40,100 per kg on fresh buying by industrial units and coin makers. Marketmen said, sentiment was upbeat largely supported by continued buying by local jewellers to meet wedding season demand. However, global cues were negative that limited the rise in the precious metal prices, they said. Globally, gold traded lower at USD 1,283.20 an ounce and silver fell 0.26 per cent at USD 15.67 an ounce in New York Wednesday. In the national capital, gold of 99.9 per cent and 99.5 per cent purities rose Rs 110 each to Rs 32,800 and Rs 32,650 per 10 grams, respectively. The yellow metal had risen Rs 190 in the previous two days.
continued to recover with strong domestic demand. While investment continued to strengthen amid the GST harmonisation and a rebound of credit growth, consumption remained the major contributor to growth,” the World Bank said. According to the report, India’s GDP is forecast to grow by 7.3 per cent in FY2018/19 and 7.5 per cent thereafter, in line with June forecasts. Private consumption is projected to remain robust and investment growth is expected to continue as the benefits of recent policy reforms begin to materialise and credit rebounds. Strong domestic demand is envisioned to widen the current account deficit to 2.6 per cent of GDP next year. Inflation is projected to rise somewhat above the midpoint of the Reserve Bank of India’s target range of 2 to 6 per cent, mainly owing to energy and food prices, the bank said. It said in India the recent introduction of the GST and steps toward demonetisation are expected
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look is still robust. India is still the fastest growing major economy,” World Bank Prospects Group Director Ayhan Kose told PTI in an interview. “ Wi t h i nve s t m e n t picking up and consumption remaining strong, we expect India to grow 7.3 per cent in the fiscal year 2018-2019, and average 7.5 per cent in 2019 and 2020. India registered quite a bit of pick up in doing business ranking. The growth momentum is there (in India),” Kose told PTI. In India, the growth has accelerated, driven by an upswing in consumption, and investment growth has firmed as the effects of temporary factors wane, the World Bank said in its latest report. Domestic demand has strengthened as the benefits of structural reforms such as the Goods and Services Tax (GST) harmonisation and bank recapitalisation take effect. “India’s growth accelerated to an estimated 7.3 per cent in FY2018/19 (April to March) as economic activity
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Washington, Jan 9 (PTI): India’s GDP is expected to grow at 7.3 per cent in the fiscal year 201819, and 7.5 per cent in the following two years, the World Bank has forecast, attributing it to an upswing in consumption and investment. The bank said India will continue to be the fastest growing major economy in the world. C h i n a ’s e c o n o m i c growth is projected to slow down to 6.2 each in 2019 and 2020 and 6 per cent in 2021, according to the January 2019 Global Economic Prospects report released by the World Bank on Tuesday. In 2018, the Chinese economy is estimated to have grown by 6.5 per cent as against India’s 7.3 per cent. In 2017, China with 6.9 per cent growth was marginally ahead of India’s 6.7 per cent, mainly because the slowdown in the Indian economy due to demonetisation and implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the report said. “India’s growth out-
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Brexit: MPs’ vote piles fresh pressure on May
Kim Jong-un leaves for Pyongyang from Beijing Beijing, Jan 9 (IANS): North Korean leader Kim Jong-un returned home on Wednesday from Beijing by train, concluding a surprise visit that sparked expectation of a second summit with the US on denuclearising the Korean Peninsula. Kim’s armoured train departed from Beijing at 2.08 p.m., according to South Korea’s Yonhap news agency. The Chinese Foreign Ministry did not confirm the information on Kim’s journey but said it would issue an official press release. Kim is expected to reach the North Korean capital on Thursday, reports Efe news. As on previous occasions, Kim’s agenda has not been made public, but he is reported to have held a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday. Yonhap reported that on Wednesday, Kim visited the facilities of a Chinese traditional medicine firm for close to 30 minutes, after which he had lunch with Xi.
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Mr Bercow said he had made an “honest judgement” after consulting his clerks and said that if people wanted to vote against the amendment they could. MPs, including Commons leader Andrea Leadsom, challenged his ruling in a series of points of order after Prime Minister’s Questions. They argued that the business motion, tabled by the government, was not amendable and said the Speaker was breaking with precedent.
Mr Bercow, who said he was standing up for MPs and Parliament, said MPs would not be able to debate the rebel Tory amendment but would be able to vote on it. He said he had made his decision after speaking to his clerks but rejected calls from Andrea Leadsom to publish the advice he had received. The clashes in the Commons came ahead of Theresa May launching a fresh push to convince MPs to back her Brexit deal at the start of five days of debate. The prime minister cancelled a vote on her deal last month at the last minute to avoid a humiliating defeat. She is hoping new proposals on Northern Ireland will change enough MPs’ minds to save the deal. But the DUP have already rejected the plans, saying they are “cosmetic” and “meaningless”.
Israeli former minister pleads guilty of spying Jerusalem, Jan 9 (IANS): A former Israeli minister on Wednesday pleaded guilty to spying on behalf of Iran, six months after his arrest, officials said. In an announcement to the Jerusalem District Court, the State Attorney’s office said former minister Gonen Segev, 62, signed a plea bargain under which he will serve 11 years in jail, Xinhua news agency reported. Segev, a former Parliament member with the right-wing party of Tzomet, served as Israel’s Minister of Energy and Infrastructure between 1994 and 1996. He admitted to “serious espionage” and “providing information to the enemy”, the State Attorney’s office said. According to Israel’s Shin Bet security service, Segev had met Iranian intelligence officials several times over the past six years, delivering them information.
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Trump escalates migrant wall stand-off LONDON, JAN 9 (AGENCIES): US President Donald Trump has made his first TV address to the nation from the Oval Office, escalating a stand-off with Congress that has led to an 18-day partial government shutdown. Mr Trump insisted on funding for his long-promised US-Mexico border wall. However, he did not declare an emergency that would enable him to bypass the lower house of Congress now controlled by the opposition Democrats. Democratic leaders accused him of holding the American people hostage. The Republican president wants $5.7bn (£4.5bn) to build a steel barrier, which would deliver on his signature campaign pledge. But Democrats - who recently took control of the House of Representatives are adamantly opposed to giving him the funds. The ongoing closure of a quarter of federal agencies is the second-longest in history, leaving hundreds of thousands of government workers unpaid. In an eight-minute ad-
FILE - In this Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, file photo, a man passes a Mexican migrant baby to her mother after they jump the border fence to get to the U.S. side to San Diego, from Tijuana, Mexico. (AP/PTI)
dress on Tuesday night carried live by all the major US television networks, Mr Trump said the federal government remained shut because of the Democrats. He said of the situation at the border: “This is a humanitarian crisis, a crisis of the heart and a crisis of the soul.” Mr Trump said an asyet-unratified revamp of the
B a g h da d, J a n 9 (Agencies): US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met Iraqi officials, including the speaker, on an unannounced visit to Baghdad on Wednesday, a statement from parliament said. Pompeo’s talks, on the second leg of a key Middle East tour, come less than two weeks after President Donald Trump drew criticism for failing to meet a single Iraqi official during a surprise Christmas visit to US troops. According to AFP, the US top diplomat was in the Middle East to urge allies to continue to confront the “significant threats” posed by Iran and jihadists despite Trump’s surprise decision last month to withdraw all US troops from Syria. Pompeo flew in from Amman and was also due to visit Cairo, Manama, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Riyadh, Muscat and Kuwait City on his longest trip since taking office last
year. During his lightning, top secret visit to Al-Asad Air Base in western Iraq on December 26, Trump spoke with US commanders and a group of about 100 mostly special forces personnel, accompanied by his wife Melania. A planned meeting with Prime Minister Adel Abdel Mahdi was scrapped and replaced by a phone call, drawing a chorus of criticism, particularly from pro-Iran groups that form a key bloc in parliament. Trump used the visit
-- his first to US troops in a conflict zone since being elected -- to defend the withdrawal from Syria and declare an end to America’s role as the global “policeman.” Trump caused a political storm when he announced the pullout, insisting the battle against the Islamic State group had been won, despite continued deadly fighting between US-backed forces and the jihadists for their last bastion in eastern Syria.
TEHRAN, JAN 9 (AGENCIES): Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Wednesday dubbed some US officials “first-class idiots” as he ridiculed them for predicting the collapse of the Islamic Republic. “Some US officials pretend that they are mad. Of course I don’t agree with that, but they are first-class idiots,” he said in speech in Tehran, quoted on his official Twitter feed. According to AFP, Khamenei was having a dig at US officials who had predicted there would be regime change in
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Üsoumia Youth Organisation P.Khel Kohima Village with pride and honour extend our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Khriebeilie Pienyü, S/o Kobu Pienyü on achieving the post of Junior Soil Conservation Officer (Class II Gazetted) under the Dept. of Soil and Water Conservation in the recently conducted NPSC Examination. May our Almighty God continue to lead, bless and guide you abundantly and we wish you success in all your future endeavours. Sd/Sd/Neiphrelie Mechülho, Keneiseü Pienyü, President,ÜYO Gen. Secy.,ÜYO
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This is to inform all the esteemed members of Kithagha Service Association that the General Meeting is scheduled on 19th January 2019 at Chunlikha Panchayat Hall. Therefore, all the members are directed to attend the meeting without fail.
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The CHUNGTIA STUDENTS’ UNION MOKOKCHUNG would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Mr. NETENBA AJEM, S/o Lt. Mr. Lanutoshi Ajem & Mrs. Imtimenla of Chungtia village for his success in qualifying the recently declared NPSC exam for securing the post of Vice-Principal (CL-II Gazetted under Labour & Employment, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Department). The Union further acknowledges his effort for bringing laurels to the community and wishes him the best in all his future endeavours.
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The Chungtia Village Council would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Directorate of AH& Veterinary Services Kohima Nagaland for their contribution of 400 bags of pig feed. A very special mention ought to be made to the Director Dr. Aomayang, Dr. Temsu Addl. Director and Dr. Sunep CVO Mokokchung. The council further wishes you all the best in your future endeavours. Sd/Sd/N. Bendang Toshi Kichu Chairman Secretary
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DIMAPUR RIPHYIM UNION, Picnic wotav tsukona, Tsungon 12/01/2019, Meta: Longso Kangthu Park, Longi River (Manja) Assam. Hoji tsukona oyamo kyon topvuna randana vantasi mmyanta rotale to ntsitala. Tsolo yanpoe yanpia eyi jiang ha elani oyamo kyon yentsae Dimapur oro vamo jiang ha ematha nte tsala. Dimapur Riphyim Union jo Shiang : Old/New Riphyim, Thilong, Serika, Pangtong Lhinsung Okho Dimapur Riphyim Union (DRU)
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The Chukitong Range Sports Association (CRSA) takes this opportunity to express heartfelt gratitude to all individuals, organizations and participating teams for making the CRSA Sports Meet 2019 (held on January 2-5, 2019) a grand success. CRSA also express our special thanks to: 1. L. Zaremo Kikon, Chief Invitee to CRSA Sports Meet 2019 2. Dr. Zuben Kikon, Dy. CMO Wokha 3. Y. Vungthungo, Sr. Principal, GHSS Wokha 4. Rhanbemo Odyuo, President, LOU-DHEP 5. Jandemo Patton 6. Village Councils of Tsungiki, Koio, Chukitong and Mungya 7. Chonchithung Kikon, PA to Dy. CM, Nagaland 8. O. Longshithung Kikon, PA to Dy. CM, Nagaland 9. W. Mhao Kikon, PA to Dy. CM, Nagaland 10. Chumthungo Ngullie, VDB Secy., Koio 11. Mhao Ovung 12. Ntsemo Ezung 13. C. Nchumthung Kikon Zuben Kikon President, CRSA
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The Chungtia Village Council would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Commanding Officer & Staff of 44th Assam Rifles Mokokchung for donating Wheel chairs, Spectacles & Hearing Aids for the disabled people from our community during the World Disability Day 2018 celebration held at Mokokchung Town Hall. The Council further wishes you all the best in your future endeavours. Sd/Sd/N. Bendang Toshi Kichu Chairman Secretary
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With immense pride and great honour, the Tening Mai Chekam Aruang, hereby conveys our heartiest congratulation to Miss. Kengbame, D/o Mr. Kaidinglungbo on being appointed as UBSI, Government of Nagaland. Further the organization congratulates and prays for her future endeavour.
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Tichipami Community Dimapur eno hokümuxa lo xüküami kümtsü date 12-1-19 inaqhe aye 6:30; a-a Purana Bazaar NCRC church lono ampelo sükusho eno kükümugha kighini ani. Tighenguno khiuno kibolomi mu vephu vezümono ati-anuli sasü ighino kükümugha eno sükusho kighini lo ighi tsü peni ke yepithi ani.
Donald Trump’s administration have called for regime change and predicted it would happen soon. This has included National Security Advisor John Bolton -- a long-time regime change advocate -- who often speaks at gatherings of the exiled People’s Mujahedeen of Iran (MEK) opposition group, considered a terrorist cult by Tehran’s leaders.
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Iran by the end of 2018. “A while ago, a US politician had said, among a gathering of terrorists and thugs, that he hopes to celebrate this Christmas in Tehran,” Khamenei said, according to his Twitter feed. “Christmas was a few days ago. This is how US calculations work.” It was not clear to which US official he was referring, but members of President
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Mr Trump correctly pointed out that Democrats have in the past supported a physical barrier. In 2006, senators Chuck Schumer, Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden voted in favour of 700 miles (1,120km) of fencing on the nearly 2,000-mile border under the Secure Fence Act.
Pompeo in Baghdad on unannounced visit Some US officials are ‘first-class idiots’: Ayatollah
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North American Free Trade Agreement would pay for the wall, a claim previously disputed by economists. The president also said that 90% of heroin sold in the US came from Mexico, though US government figures make clear all but a small percentage is smuggled through legal points of entry.
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London, Jan 9 (Agencies): Rebel Tory MPs have joined forces with Labour to inflict a fresh blow on Theresa May’s government in a Commons Brexit vote. It means the government will have to return to Parliament with fresh plans within three days if Mrs May EU withdrawal deal is rejected by MPs next week. It could also open the door to alternatives, such as a referendum. The government lost by 11 votes, with 297 MPs voting with them and 308 against. It comes ahead of five days of debate on the PM’s Brexit deal. Commons Speaker John Bercow faced an angry backlash from some Conservative MPs over his decision to allow MPs to vote on the issue. The MPs claim Mr Bercow broke Commons rules and ignored the advice of his own clerks.
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full list of nominations for this year’s British Academy Film Awards, which were announced in London on 9 January ahead of the ceremony on 10 February. Best film: BlackkKlansman, The Favourite, Green Book, Roma, A Star Is Born. Outstanding British film: Beast, Bohemian Rhapsody, The Favourite, McQueen Stan & Ollie, You Were Never Really Here Leading actor: Bradley Cooper - A Star Is Born, Christian Bale – Vice, Rami Malek - Bohemian Rhapsody, Steve Coogan - Stan & Ollie, Viggo Mortensen - Green Book. Leading actress: Glenn Close - The Wife, Lady Gaga - A Star Is Born, Melissa McCarthy - Can You Ever Forgive Me?, Olivia Colman - The Favourite, Viola Davis – Widows. Supporting actor: Adam Driver – BlackkKlansman, Mahershala Ali - Green Book, Richard E Grant - Can You Ever Forgive Me?, Sam Rockwell – Vice, Timothee Chalamet - Beautiful Boy, Supporting actress: Amy Adams – Vice, Claire Foy - First Man, Emma Stone - The Favourite, Mar-
got Robbie - Mary Queen of Scots, Rachel Weisz - The Favourite. Director: Spike Lee – BlacKkKlansman, Pawel Pawlikowski - Cold War, Yorgos Lanthimos - The Favourite, Alfonso Cuaron – Roma, Bradley Cooper - A Star Is Born. EE Rising Star Award (voted for by the public): Jessie Buckley, Cynthia Erivo Barry Keoghan, Lakeith Stanfield, Letitia Wright. Outstanding debut by a British writer, director or producer: Apostasy - Daniel Kokotajlo (writer/director), Beast - Michael Pearce (writer/director), Lauren Dark (producer), A Cambodian Spring - Chris Kelly (writer/ director/producer), Pili - Leanne Welham (writer/director), Sophie Harman (producer), Ray & Liz - Richard Billingham (writer/director), Jacqui Davies (producer). Film not in the English language: Capernaum, Cold War, Dogman, Roma, Shoplifters. Documentary: Free Solo, McQueen, RBG, They Shall Not Grow Old, Three Identical Strangers. Animated film: Incredibles 2, Isle of Dogs, Spider-Man: Into The SpiderVerse. Original screenplay:
Cold War, The Favourite, Green Book, Roma, Vice. Adapted screenplay: BlacKkKlansman, Can You Ever Forgive Me?, First Man If Beale Street Could Talk, A Star Is Born, Original music, BlackkKlansman, If Beale Street Could Talk, Isle of Dogs, Mary Poppins Returns, A Star Is Born. Cinematography: Bohemian Rhapsody, Cold War, The Favourite, First Man, Roma, Costume design, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, Bohemian Rhapsody, The Favourite, Mary Poppins Returns, Mary Queen of Scots. Editing: Bohemian Rhapsody, The Favourite, First Man, Roma, Vice. Production design: Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, The Favourite, First Man, Mary Poppins Returns, Roma. Make-up and hair: Bohemian Rhapsody, The Favourite, Mary Queen of Scots, Stan & Ollie, Vice, Sound, Bohemian Rhapsody, First Man, Mission: Impossible – Fallout, A Quiet Place, A Star Is Born. Special visual effects: Avengers: Infinity War, Black Panther, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, First Man, Ready Player One. British short film: 73 Cows, Bachelor, The Blue Door, The Field, Wale. British short animation: I’m OK, Marfa, Roughhouse. Outstanding contribution to British cinema: Stephen Woolley and Elizabeth Karlsen. (BBC)
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argot Robbie is to play iconic doll Barbie in a liveaction film. The star of Suicide Squad, I, Tonya and Mary Queen of Scots will also produce the movie through her production company, LuckyChap Entertainment. In a statement, Robbie said playing with the doll promoted “confidence, curiosity and communication”. “I’m so honoured to take on this role that I believe will have a tremendously positive impact on children,” the Australian actress continued. Robbie, 28, said she could not have imagine “better partners” than Warner Bros and Barbie creator Mattel. The film, which has yet to have a title, a director or a release date, marks the first collaboration between the two US companies. “Margot is the ideal producer and actress to bring Barbie to life on screen in a fresh and relevant way for today’s audiences.” said Toby Emmerich of Warner
Bros. Comedian Amy Schumer had previously been cast to play the doll, only to drop out of the project in 2017. “I’m bummed, but look forward to seeing Barbie on the big screen,” the star of Trainwreck said at the time. It was rumoured last January that Anne Hathaway was in talks to take over the role. In October, it was reported that the film, previously a Sony production, would use a “revised” script by Ocean’s 8 writer Olivia Milch. The first Barbie doll, made by Mattel, was introduced to the world at the New York Toy Fair in 1959. The character went on to appear in a string of TV shows and animated films, among them the Toy Story movies. Scandinavian band Aqua famously had a hit in 1997 with their single Barbie Girl, which contained the lyrics: “Life in plastic, it’s fantastic.” (BBC)
The contestants of ‘Miss Chang 2019’ Mini Hornbill Poanglum, under the theme “Reflections of Perfection”. The grand finale will be held tonight at Loyem Memorial Ground, Tuensang, from 5 p.m. onwards.
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enowned Naga artiste Ato Nienu, frontman of rock band Cadence, will be releasing his debut ablum, ‘I Will Come’ on January 19 at LCS building Conference Hall, Kohima. Ato Nienu, who has been performing both with his band and also as a solo artiste was the winner of Hornbill Solo Competition 2015. Previously he had released some singles among which ‘Jihovah Medo’ won the Best Gospel Dialect during the Nagaland Ato Nienu Music Awards 2016. His upcoming album which is blend of 50th different genres including gospels has been recorded and mixed by renowned
sound engineer and musician, Aseu Chadi, former guitarist of Divine Connection and Cypress. Although he has been in the music scene for quite sometime now including representing Nagaland in the Hornbill inter national Rock Contest more than once, this will be the first time that Ato will be releasing a full audio album. In a brief chat, Ato said he hopes that the song in his upcoming album will be a blessing to every listener. (Staff Reporter)
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Barty stuns Simona Halep in Sydney Sydney, Jan 9 (Agencies): Ashleigh Barty has beaten World No.1 Simona Halep in straight sets to stamp her credentials as an Australian Open contender. Barty, who once quit the sport to play Big Bash cricket, defeated Halep 6-4 6-4 to claim the biggest scalp of her career. Barty hung tough at 4-4, 0-40 against the relentless Halep, and she again shaved off two break points when serving at 4-4 in the second set. Barty has now beaten three French Open champions in less than a fortnightGarbine Muguruza, Jelena Ostapenko and Halep. Asked if she could win the Australian Open, Barty said, “I’m in the draw, so why not?” “I finally learnt my lesson,” a beaming Barty said. “She gave me a belting in Montreal. I learnt a
Harendra removed as Indian men’s hockey coach
New Delhi, Jan 9 (PTI): Indian men’s hockey coach Harendra Singh was Wednesday sacked from the position following a disappointing 2018 and offered the task of helming the junior squad by the national federation. Constant chopping and changing of coaches is a frequent phenomenon in Indian hockey and Harendra, who was appointed in May, is the latest casualty. “Though the year 2018 was very disappointing for the Indian Men’s Hockey Team with results not going as expected, Hockey India believes investing in the junior program which will reap long-term benefits,” HI said in a statement explaining the reasons behind Harendra’s axing. The Junior World Cupwinning coach took charge after India’s medal-less showing at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games but was unable to change the team’s fortunes. India were also belowpar in the Asian Games in Indonesia, settling for a bronze.
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little bit more in Cincinnati, but today I knuckled down and really thought about it and really gave myself a chance.” “The biggest thing, I believed that I could I win. We’re both out here on the same court. I felt like it was really clean, considering the conditions.” “It was very swirly down at court level
so I figure if I’m going to play ‘Sim’ at any time, it’s her first match and in conditions like this. So I was very happy I was able to make the most of it. Yeah, extremely pleased.” While Barty marches on in pursuit of a second straight final in Sydney, Halep’s defeat leaves her Australian Open prepara-
Salah voted African Footballer of the Year
Mohamed Salah with the African Footballer of the Year award.
Dakar, Jan 9 (Agencies): Egypt striker Mohamed Salah was voted as the African Footballer of the Year for the second successive year at the Confederation of African Football’s awards ceremony in Dakar on Tuesday. Salah beat fellow nominees, Liverpool team mate Sadio Mane and Arsenal forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. He edged the same two players last year in a vote decided by the technical directors and head coaches of 56 CAF member associations. “This award is very big for me, I love it because I saw it when I was young and
I always had a dream to win it one day,” Salah said when collecting his trophy for his 2018 exploits. “I’m proud to win it twice, I must thank my family and my team mates, and I dedicate this award to my country, Egypt.” Salah helped Liverpool reach the 2018 Champions League final but suffered a shoulder injury during the 3-1 defeat by Real Madrid in Kiev. That injur y raised doubts about his World Cup participation but he regained fitness to represent Egypt in the finals in Russia, scoring twice as they exited in the first round.
tions in tatters. The 27-year-old has not won a match in five months after an injury-marred end to 2018 and will also be in Melbourne without a coach after parting ways with Australian mentor Darren Cahill, who can longer commit to Halep due to family reasons. M e a n w h i l e, S w i s s Timea Bacsinszky has fought back to deny Samantha Stosur a rare foray into the Sydney International quarter-finals. Bacsinszky rallied from a set down to defeat Stosur 5-7 6-4 6-3 in a seesawing encounter stretching a minute shy of two and a half hours. Despite Stosur missing out on only a third last-eight place in 12 visits to Sydney, the epic work-out was a perfect warm-up for the Australian Open starting in Melbourne on Monday.
Chelsea recall Baker from Leeds Lo n d o n, Ja n 9 (Agencies): Chelsea midfielder Lewis Baker has been recalled from his loan spell at Leeds United, according to Sky sources. Baker joined Leeds on a season-long loan in the summer following stints at MK Dons, Vitesse Arnhem and Middlesbrough. The 23-year-old has made 14 appearances in all competitions for Sky Bet Championship leaders Leeds this season. Baker, who signed a new five-year contract at Chelsea in August 2017, has featured once for the Blues’ senior team, when he made his first-team debut in an FA Cup tie against Derby in 2014. He has represented England at youth level, and was part of the U21 side that reached the final of 2017 European Championships. Leeds duo Conor Shaughnessy and Lewie Coyle have this week completed loan moves away from Elland Road.
AR distribute sports items Dimapur, Jan 9 (NPN): Mon Battalion of Assam Rifles has initiated ‘Mission: Play on Mon’ in an effort to promote sports talent and sportsmanship spirit amongst the youth of Mon district. Under the initiative, the unit is distributing sports items to remote villages of Mon district. In an effort to cover maximum villages, Mon Battalion distributed sports items to eight villages on January 4. The effort was welcomed grandly by all the youth sports associations of eight villages. The members of the club were also encouraged to promote sports amongst children and youth of district. The unit also assured all possible assistance to the young sportsmen of the district.
Of our beloved Late VIKE H. YEPTHO 23/12/2003 - 10/01/2017
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Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure, You are loved beyond words and Missed beyond measure. The pain of losing you is never fading; days have finished into months and months into year and still there is hope that we will meet one day. The fact that you are no more among us will always cause us pain but you are forever in our hearts until we meet again. Beloved Dad, Mom, Brothers, Sister, Friends & Relatives
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of our Late. Chumzamo Lotha (K.C Dominic Rtd ABI) Date : 10/01/2018
Police commando competition ends Dimapur, Jan 9 (NPN): The 9th All India Police Commando competition concluded Wednesday at the Karbi Anglong Sports Association stadium, Diphu. The event was attended by a number of senior Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and State Police Force officers along with citizens of Diphu town and
school children. Lt Gen Sukhdeep Sangwan, SM, Director General, Assam Rifles graced the closing ceremony. Speaking at the programme, the chief guest stressed on the importance of conducting such events which foster competitive spirit and provide a platform to enhance professional skill and fine tune
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We the bereaved family members would like to thank each and every individual w h o s to o d b y u s spiritually, physically and financially at the demise of our beloved Grandfather Lt. Dil Bahadur Rai. We regret that we can neither give anything in return nor Born : 22/01/1920 – Died : 07/01/2019 thank each and every individual in particular, but it is our earnest prayer to our Almighty God to bestow his blessings upon you abundantly. With sincerest gratitude, Beloved Grandchildren & family members
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT PHILIPPIANS 1:21 "FOR ME, TO LIVE IS CHRIST AND TO DIE IS GAIN''.
Born : 10.05.1973 – Died : 22.12.2018 Served : Pastor, Aoyimchen Baptist Church We the bereaved family members of Lt. Pastor M. Kheming Khiamniungan would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every individuals, organizations, churches, friends, neighbours, unions and well wishers who supported us physically, financially and morally during his prolonged illness and sad demise. We extend our special thanks to. 1. Mr. Pitongse, Aoyimchen Gaon Burah. 2. Mr. Akum, Aoyimchen Chairman 3. Aoyimchen Deacon Board. 4. Aoyimchen Women Department 5. Aoyimchen Baptist Church Members 6. Shri. L. Khumo, Advisor, Fisheries, Evaluation, Economics and Statistics. 7. Khiamniungan Baptist Church, Diphupar 'B' 8. Khiamniungan Baptist Church, Dimapur. 9. Khiamniungan Community, Old Showuba. 10. Eastern Khiamniungan Forum, Dimapur. 11. Old Showuba Village Council 12. Showuba Baptist Church 13. Old Showuba Youth 14. Sumi Baptist Church, Old Showuba 15. Rev. Dr Hevekhu Achumi, Executive Secretary of WSBAK & Staff 16. Evangelist Ghoheto Zhimomi WSBAK 17. Mr & Mrs Rev. Phushito Chishi, Mission Promoter WBAK 18. Vikiho Sumi, Music Promoter WSBAK 19. Kiyevi K. Achumi & Family 20. Rev. Pastor Ngulo, House of Prayer for all Nation 21. Mrs. Sasuli V. Chishi & relatives 22. Mary Thapa, W. Pastor, Nepali Baptist Church. 23. Kiholi Lidemo Nihoto, N.P.P.C Convenor 24. Hotoli Pugho Achumi & Prayer group. 25. Doctors & Nurses of Eden Medical Centre, Dimapur 26. Doctors & Nurses of Nikos Hospital, Dimapur. We deeply regret and apologize for our inability to mention all the names individually. May God bless you all abundantly for your gracious deeds. DP-248
Lt. Mr. NEIMHALIE METHA (16-10-57 to 10-01-18)
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special action drills. The DG Assam Rifles also felicitated Brig Arjun Segan, SM for conducting the entire event in an efficient and well coordinated manner. Assam Rifles team won the prestigious trophy while ITBP and BSF teams secured the second and third positions respectively.
A volleyball match in progress at the ongoing Langpangkong Kaketshir Mungdang (LKM) tournament at Akhoya village, Mokokchung on wednesday.
In Memoriam 2nd Death Anniversary of our Beloved AKAVI T. CHOPHI
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Loving Family Members and Relatives.
25th Death Anniversary of P Akumjungba Jamir
Today's the Anniversary of the Day That we lost you And for a time it felt as though Our life has ended too. But loss has taught us many things And now we face each day With Hope and Happy Memories To help us on our way. And though we are full of sadness That you're no longer here, Your influence still guides us And we still feel you near. "YOU ARE DEEPLY MISSED" Loving Wife, Children, Grand-Son DP-234
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Born: 27.03.1942 – Died: 04.01.2019 We the family of Late Mrs. Tekaremla (Mekuli) would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all who supported us physically, spiritually and through prayer in our hour of sadness and grief. Your presence and love has touched us deeply. May God Himself bless you richly. Loving husband, children & relatives. MKC-19
OREO ARCHE
That evening, on this day you went away with your friends saying you'll be back soon but you never came back, though you came back. Oreo, your fun loving nature brings back memories of you during our good times. Our dark times reminds us of your assuring and comforting words. A decade has gone by with thoughts of your lingering. We miss you. Yours loving parents, brothers & sisters DP-253
Dearest Kumtiba, It's been 25 years since you left us and not a single day has passed by without us thinking of you or imagining how our lives would have been if you were alive. Since the day you left us for your Heavenly abode, your absence has been felt in every celebration and hardship our family has lived through, especially in celebration. We celebrated two weddings in our family. When your eldest got married we imagined how you would have been so proud walking her down the aisle or when your son got married, how you would have cried tears of joy. Now, blessed with three grandchildren, we always talk about how much they are like you. God has been so good to us and we surely don't take your absence or His blessings for granted. And today, we celebrate your absence because we valued your short time with us. Even in death, you're always present. MKC-20
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League Cup: Spurs beat Chelsea in 1st leg
LO N D O N, Ja n 9 (Agencies): Tottenham Hotspur gained a slender advantage in their League Cup semi-final against London rivals Chelsea as Harry Kane’s penalty earned them a gritty 1-0 first-leg win at Wembley on Tuesday. Kane’s 26th-minute spot kick, his 160th goal for the club, was awarded after a lengthy, but correct, VAR decision and means Tottenham remain on course to claim their first silverware since winning the League Cup against Chelsea in 2008. They still have a long way to go, however, and Chelsea will feel confident going into the second leg at Stamford Bridge on Jan. 24 having outplayed their hosts at times. Maurizio Sarri’s side were twice denied by the woodwork and they dominated the second half as Tottenham dug deep. Tottenham have now won three consecutive matches against Chelsea for the first time since a run of five between 1961 and 1963, but unlike when they outclassed the Blues in November, winning 3-1 in the Premier League, this was a night for hard graft. Mauricio Pochettino’s
Tottenham players celebrate after defeating Chelsea in the League Cup semi-final first leg.
side began brightly and had a shout for a penalty in the opening minutes when Dele Alli played a magnificent pass through to Son Heung-min who appeared to be knocked off balance by Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen. Kane then tested keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga with an acrobatic overhead volley. VAR, used in various FA Cup ties at the week-
end and most probably in the Premier League next season, has had a mixed reception but the technology proved correct on Tuesday to give Tottenham the edge ahead of the second leg. There appeared little doubt that Kane was taken out by Arrizabalaga as he rounded the Spanish keeper but referee Michael Oliver initially did not award a penalty as he
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checked, firstly whether Kane had been onside in the build-up, and then whether indeed there had been contact. Eventually Oliver pointed to the spot and produced a yellow card, rather than a red, for Arrizabalaga and Kane drilled his spot kick low into the corner to score for the sixth successive match in all competitions and move above Cliff Jones
into fourth spot on Tottenham’s all-time goalscorers’ list. “I played to the whistle and nicked it round the keeper, it was a clear penalty. VAR is there for a reason and they got it right,” Kane said. “Chelsea had a point to prove, they didn’t play well last time they were here. It was important we won the game going into the second leg.” After going behind Chelsea began to push Tottenham back with youngster Callum Hudson-Odoi a lively presence in midfield and Eden Hazard a constant threat. N’Golo Kante touched Marcos Alonso’s cross against the post and seconds before the interval Hudson-Odoi’s cross looked as though it might loop over Paulo Gazzaniga before Tottenham’s Argentine keeper clawed it onto the woodwork. Tottenham were made to suffer after the interval with Chelsea enjoying almost complete control. Hazard and Kane both forced Gazzaniga into sharp saves while Christensen wasted Chelsea’s best chance when he volleyed tamely wide with the goal at his mercy.
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Visevo is Southern Angami Naga wrestling champion
Winners of first Southern Angami Open Naga Wrestling championship and others at Viswema on January 9.
Kohima, Jan 9 (NPN): Visevo Zashümo from Phesama village emerged as the champion of the first Southern Angami Open Naga Wrestling Championship held at John Government Higher Secondary School Ground, Viswema on Wednesday. The championship was organised by Jordan Group. Zashümo (90 kg and 5.9 feet tall) defeated Neithongulie Kuotsu also from Phesama village in the final bout to take the title. Vi p h r e z o M e j u r a of Phesama village and Ruokuovituo Lese of Mima village secured the third and fourth places
respectively. The champion walked home with a cash of Rs 80,000 sponsored by Kikrol (Medo), the runners up received Rs 60,000 sponsored by Sato Naleo. The third place pocketed Rs 40,000 sponsored by Metekhrielie Mejura while the fourth place winner received Rs 30,000 sponsored by Zhavito Rhutso. Chairman of Z Khel, Pukul Kennao gave away the awards to the winners. Altogether 28 wrestlers participated in the event. Earlier in the inaugural session, PRO to NLA Speaker, Medo Yhokha
challenged the present generation to stop basking on the past glories and achievements of forefathers and to work hard to sustain the rich legacies, emulate and to do better to bequeath a befitting society worth inheriting. Encouraging the wrestlers, Yhokha advised them to be honest and also maintain discipline in action and behaviour to be successful. He also called upon the wrestlers to shun and desist from indulging in activities and habits that destroys the body and soul in order to be role models of the beautiful traditional game.
NFCA informs on coaching course
Dimapur, Jan 9 (NPN): The Nagaland Football Coaches Association (NFCA) will be organising a football coaching license course, All India Football Federeation (AIFF) D level certificate course, from January 18 at Zhadima village, Kohima. Candidates will be taken on first come first serve basis. Therefore, interested candidates have been informed to collect registration forms from Okusa Toyota, Walford, Dimapur and Global Sports, TCP Gate, Kohima. For details of qualification, accommodation, submission, fee, reporting time etc, candidates can contact Roko Angami at 9436604945 or Ayeto Ayemi at 9436424654 or Akho Soru at 7005085543.
SAI informs selected players
Players of Juggernauts Cricket Club with their trophy on Wednesday.
Dimapur, Jan 9 (NPN): Juggernauts Cricket Club (JCC) reigned over Mavericks Cricketing Souls (MCS) Mokokchung to become the champion of 23rd Winter Cricket Challenge, organised by Senior Noble Klan, at local ground Wokha. The closing ceremony was graced by Er. Chenithungngullie, EE, R&B, Wokha and gave away the
champions awards. Mavericks Cricketing Souls won the toss, and electing to bat first set up a victory target of 104 runs with the help of Talikaba’s 26 runs and Daniel 24 runs. Nayan, Thechamo and Chonben claimed 2 wickets each for JCC. Jugger nauts CC reached the target in 16.5 overs losing 4 wickets. Nayan scored 43 runs (NO)
and Himangshu scored 10 runs (NO). Nayen, who also claimed 2 wickets, was adjudged the man of the final match. Longsasunep claimed 2 wickets, Temjentoshi and Moalong claimed a wicket each. Talikaba of Mavericks Cricketing Souls was named the man of the tournament while Hakao Murry (Royal Strikers) was adjudged the best upcoming batsman.
Dimapur, Jan 9 (NPN): As per the approval from the director, SAI, NERC, Imphal, 16 players have been provisionally selected for medical age verification for new induction in SAI, STC Dimapur for the year 2019-2020. The player selected in the discipline of boxing is Kika Zhimomi. The players selected in the discipline of football are Bokato Awomi, Ato Chophy, Gaikusing Malangmei, Suraibo Newmai, Kevizolie Kin, Phomli Phom, Viketo Ratsa, Manpha and Limathung Lotha. Players selected in the discipline of sepaktakraw are Lhangti, Pasang Tamang, L
Henyang Phom, Lipoktoshi, Paotinthong Doungel and Masazunba. All the selected players have been informed to report at SAI, STC Dimapur on or before January 12 for further information on medical age verification.
The Nagaland Sepaktakraw women’s team won 2 bronze medals in team event and Regu event at the 29th Senior National Sepaktakraw Championship held from January 2-6 at Jodhpur, Rajasthan. The men’s team was ranked 6th in the competition. Both men and women teams are now qualified for the upcoming 36th National Games to be held from March 30 to April 14 at Goa.
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