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New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Tuesday will pronounce its order on a bunch of petitions opposing the three farm laws and also the petitions seeking removal of the protesters from various Delhi borders. A bench headed by Chief Justice S. A. Bobde and comprising Justices A. S. Bopanna and V. Ramasubramanian said: “List these matters tomorrow i.e. 12.01.2021, for orders.” In a detailed hearing, which lasted close to two hours, on Monday, Chief Justice Bobde repeatedly questioned the Centre’s counsel - Attorney General K.K. Venugopal and Solicitor General Tushar Mehta - why are they insisting on the implementation of the law. “We are not experts on economy... you tell us whether you are going to hold these laws or should we do it,” the bench told the Centre. The Chief Justice categorically cited the Centre hasn’t communicated to it on the proposal to keep the implementation of these laws at abeyance for some time. The AG argued that the laws cannot be stayed unless they violate the con-

NSCN (I-M) rejoinder to police DIMAPUR, JAN 11 (NPN): NSCN (I-M) has refuted the claim of police that four of its functionaries were arrested for allegedly trying to hijack a vehicle near New Medziphema area on national highway (NH) 29. Reacting to news reports in this regard, MIP of NSCN(I-M) clarified that the incident had nothing to do with vehicle hijack attempt as claimed by the police in a press release. NSCN (I-M) alleged that there were dark shadows that loom on NH-29 and are involved in illicit drug and arms business. In this regard, MIP said as per intelligence sources, one particular party “inimical to Naga interest” was entering Dimapur with illicit drugs and other illegal items. It said the four cadres were dispatched to identify and deal with the party accordingly. MIP however regretted that the police developed a “misconceived notion that the NSCN members were attempting to hijack the SUV.” NSCN(I-M) therefore demanded that police to come out with an answer as to what transpired between them and the SUV occupants as they were set free after focusing their attention on its cadres.

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Farmers during their ongoing agitation against new farm laws, at Ghazipur border, in New Delhi, Monday. (PTI)

stitutional schemes or fundamental rights, and this needs a detailed hearing. “Can be stayed if the government had no legislative competence, but that is not the case here,” he argued. The Chief Justice replied the Union of India has failed to take responsibility and the laws have resulted in a strike. As the AG reiterated laws cannot be stayed, the bench replied the Centre has failed to stop the agitation and the problem continues to remain unresolved. The top court observed the talks between farmers and the Centre have failed to make any headway, as the former wants laws to be repealed and the latter

wants point by point discussion. Citing its stay on the Maharashtra law granting reservation to Marathas in education in job and education, the bench, however, said it is against the stay on any laws. Reiterating its earlier proposal to constitute a court-appointed committee, which could be headed by a former Chief Justice of India to resolve the impasse, the top court asked the parties to suggest two-three names of former Chief Justices including former Chief Justice R.M. Lodha who can head this panel. Chief Justice Bobde disclosed that he had asked former Chief Justice P.

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Sathasivam but he was dis- prevent any loss of lives and inclined since he doesn’t property. The top court, which understand Hindi. was hearing a batch of petiWe don’t want anybody’s tions challenging the new blood on our hands, says SC farm laws as well as the “We don’t want any- ones raising issues related body’s blood on our hands,” to the ongoing agitation at said the Supreme Court on Delhi borders, expressed its Monday while expressing displeasure that the Centre apprehension that the ongo- has not been able to solve ing farmers’ protest against the problem. “We are exthe new farm laws might tremely disappointed with lead to violence and loss the negotiation process,” the of lives and property if it bench said, adding, “You have made a law without continues for long. The apex court, which enough consultation resultobserved that the Centre has ing in a strike. So you have to resolve the strike.” made these laws “without During the hearing enough consultation”, said conducted through videothe most serious concern is conferencing, the top court about any sort of violence questioned the Centre over and possible loss of lives. the consultative process “Responsibility is on adopted for these laws. all of us. Any stray incident “We don’t know what can spark violence,” said consultative process you a bench headed by Chief have followed before these Justice S A Bobde. laws. Many states are up in “Each one of us will rebellion,” the bench said. be responsible if something Observing that there is goes wrong. We don’t want not a single petition before anybody’s blood on our the apex court which says hands,” said the bench, that these farm laws are also comprising Justices A beneficial, the bench told S Bopanna and V Ramasu- the Centre, “It will not help bramanian. you to say that this was The bench said it is started by last government. not going to protect any We are discussing constitu“law breakers” and want to tionality.”

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SC wonders how Nagaland Lokayukta can discharge his duties from Delhi New Delhi, Jan 11 (PTI): The Supreme Court Monday wondered how the Lokayukta of Nagaland would discharge his duties in the North-eastern state while sitting in Delhi and said he was “demeaning” the office. The observation by a bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde came after the counsel for state government claimed that the Lokayukta was “not discharging his work diligently” and he want to work from Delhi. Senior advocate Vikas Singh, appearing for the Lokayukta, said the state want to remove him but there is a procedure for removing the Lokayukta. “We don’t agree with you (Singh). We don’t understand this. How can a person be a Lokayukta while sitting in Delhi just because this is pandemic times,” said the bench, also comprising Justices A S Bopanna and V Ramasubramanian. “You are demeaning your office,” the bench said. The apex court was hearing a plea filed by Nagaland gover nment which has

raised questions over the functioning of Lokayukta in the state. Former Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court, Justice (retd) Uma Nath Singh, is the incumbent Lokayukta of Nagaland. During the hearing conducted through videoconferencing, senior advocate K N Balagopal, appearing for Nagaland, said that appointment of Lokayukta is “void”. “He (Lokayukta) wants to shift to Delhi and does not want to commute five km from his residence to office in the state. He is a nonperforming Lokayukta,” Balagopal said. The bench, while referring to some documents, said the Lokayukta has himself said that the apex court should replace him with a former top court judge. “I have not advised him like this. I am appearing for the first time and it might be due to some frustration,” Singh said, adding, “They (state) want to remove me. I thought the Supreme Court would not interfere with the plea. There is a procedure for

removal of Lokayukta.” The bench told Singh, “We understand that you want to contest this.” After Singh said he will take instruction in the matter, the bench said, “That is better you take instruction and tell us about all this next week.” In August last year, the apex court had agreed to hear the plea filed by the state government which has arrayed Chairperson, Lokayukta as one of the respondents. The state government, in its plea, has urged the apex court to pass appropriate direction in exercise of its power under Article 142 of the Constitution “to ensure that the institutional integrity of the post of Nagaland Lokayukta and the spirit” of the Nagaland Lokayukta Act, 2017 “are preserved”. Article 142 of the Constitution deals with enforcement of decrees and orders of the Supreme Court and says that in exercise of its jurisdiction, it may pass order for doing complete justice in any matter pending before it.

DNSU warns internet NSF reiterates demand to scrap Targeting & dehumanising Dzükou forest fire doused DIMAPUR, JAN 11 (NPN): Dzükou valley wild leaders not Tenyimi service provider offices PHED exam for Group C posts fire, which has been raging for the last 14 days, has

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DIMAPUR, JAN 11 (NPN): Following reports of complaints and dissatisfaction expressed by several online examinees regarding poor internet connectivity in the State, Dimapur Naga Students’ Union (DNSU) has served a stern warning on the internet service providers. Speaking to Nagaland Post, DNSU president Sedevilie Angami said the DNSU decision to issue a warning to all internet service providers was taken at a meeting held here on Monday. He cautioned that if the internet service providers fail to resolve the matter at the earliest, the student body would have no choice but to take its own course of action. Angami informed this reporter that if any complaint was received in the coming days, the union would close down all offices of the internet providers within its jurisdiction. He declared that DNSU would no longer remain silent on the issue as it had received multiple complaints regarding poor internet connectivity from students all over Dimapur. Referring to news reports regarding the issue, he stressed that this should serve as a final warning to the all service providers.

DIMAPUR, JAN 11 (NPN): Naga Students’ Federation has reiterated its demand to ban the proposed departmental exams for recruitment to various Group C posts under public health engineering department (PHED) scheduled on January 13. In a press release, federation president Ninoto Awomi and general secretary Liremo R Kikon also warned that if their stand was defied, officials of the department would be held solely responsible for any unwanted consequences thereafter. NSF asserted that it could not allow the proposed exam to take place as it was convinced that the proposed departmental exam undermined the very principle of meritocracy which it had been staunchly advocating for the last many years. Further, NSF said the exam defeats the very principle of providing a level playing field to everyone aspiring to serve the State government as a Group C employee by constituting Nagaland

Staff Selection Board (NSSB). NSF also appealed to all aspiring candidates to kindly cooperate and abstain from the proposed departmental examination in “our” collective bid to uphold and protect the future of youth and student community. The federation appreciated chief minister Neiphiu Rio and his cabinet colleagues for the sincere efforts been put in to ensure that reservation policy of the State was completely revamped and rationalised. NSF however said the exercise needed to be completed in a time-bound manner and an amicable settlement be sought over the issue of ‘reservation and reservation policies’, which has been stalling the NSSB before February 15, 2021. NSF cautioned that it would be compelled to take actions in conformity with the democratic principles in order to ensure that aspirations of the youth and student community of the State was upheld.

culture, says WC,NNPGs

Dimapur, Jan 11(NPN): Taking note of a recent statement issued by the Tenyimi National Workers Forum (TNWF) of NSCN (I-M), which condemned former chief minister and governor Dr.S.C.Jamir, the Working Committee (WC) of the Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) said the TNWF “is a tiny fraction within larger Tenyimi community” and that “targeting individuals and dehumanising leaders is not a part of Tenyimi culture”. It said Tenyimi People’s Organisation (TPO), the umbrella organisation of the Tenyimi people stood for “correct political and historical vision” and to “protect and defend the Tenyimi culture, while promoting social harmony among communities”. However it said the “brazen accusations and divisive statement at this crucial moment of Naga history is unfortunate”. WC,NNPGs said Dr.S.C.Jamir and other contemporary leaders had “witnessed utter chaos and destruction of our social and political structure, (and) closely observed Naga history at its worst turbulent hour”. (Full text on page-4 )

Bird flu spreads to 10 states; Centre allays fears New Delhi, Jan 11 (PTI): Hundreds of birds were reported dead in different parts of the country on Monday as the raging bird flu spread to 10 states and Union Territories, prompting several control measures and a government assurance that there are no scientific reports of the virus’ transmission to humans. Prime Minister Narendra Modi asked all state governments to remain alert and ensure a constant vigil near places such as water bodies, zoos and poultry farms. He expressed hope that through proper coordination between Forest, Health and Animal Husbandry Departments, “we will be able to overcome this challenge soon”. Officials also tried to allay fears of those consuming poultry products, saying there is no risk of infection from fully cooked chicken, or boiled and cooked

eggs as the virus cannot withstand high temperatures. Delhi, Uttarakhand and Maharashtra on Monday confirmed bird flu cases, adding to the list of seven states -- Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh – which had already reported avian deaths due to the disease. While states announced several measures including mass culling of poultry, ban on live birds markets and restriction on chicken and related food materials, the Centre asked them not to close mandis or impede the sales of poultry products. Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister Giriraj Singh said there have been no scientific reports on transmission of bird flu to humans and consumers should not be scared. The Centre also directed

states to maintain adequate stock of PPE kits and accessories required for culling operations. The Delhi government imposed a ban on the sale of processed and packaged chicken brought from outside the city, as samples of ducks from Sanjay Lake tested positive for bird flu. “But there is no need to panic about bird flu. It is a common influenza,” Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said. Dr Rakesh Singh from the animal husbandry unit of the Development Department said a drive to cull ducks has begun at Sanjay Lake, where several ducks were found dead in the last few days. In neigbourin Haryana, culling of infected birds is underway to control the spread of the disease. A central team was visiting Himachal Pradesh and Panchkula for carrying out monitoring of the epicentre

sites and conducting an epidemiological investigation. The Lucknow Zoo in Uttar Pradesh, meanwhile, suspended its bird exchange programme and closed its aviary for visitors after samples of a couple of bird carcasses in Kanpur Zoo were found positive. The Kanpur Zoological Park has already been closed for visitors till further orders. In Shahjahanpur’s Kalaan three ducks were found dead on Friday morning, with officials saying sample from other ducks will be sent to Bareilly for testing. In Ballia, carcasses of five crows were found on Sunday night in Sahatwar police station area. Chief veterinary officer of the district Ashok Mishra said, “The forest department has taken all the carcasses in its custody and those were being sent to Bhopal for testing.”

been doused, and no fresh fire or smoke was spotted in the valley, informed home commissioner, Abhijit Sinha, who chaired coordination-cum de-briefing meeting on January 11. According to DIPR, the meeting reviewed the entire operation and appreciated all the concerned agencies for assisting in dousing the Dzükou forest fire. The meeting was attended by Commandant NDRF, Rajesh Thakur; Deputy Commissioner Kohima, Mohammed Ali Shihab A; SP Kohima, Manoj Kumar; DFO Kohima, Raj Kumar and ADC Kohima, Lithrongla Tongpi Rutsa. The meeting further decided that since there was no fresh fire reported from anywhere in the area they will instruct the Indian Airforce to de-induct all the helicopters involved in the operation. However, it was decided that DEF Kohima, Forest department and SAYO volunteers will be stationed at the base camp to keep watch and monitor the status for few days. The meeting further decided that de-induction of five NDRF teams deployed at base camp will be carried out from January 12. SDO Kohima, Daniel Angami from Dzükou base camp reported that de-induction of ground operation team was conducted today. Meanwhile, India Air Force has airlifted the fire fighting equipments of NDRF and SDRF stationed at Dzükou base camp to Jakhama Military Helipad.

Nagaland all set to roll out COVID vaccination programme Correspondent

KOHIMA, JAN 11 (NPN): Nagaland is all geared up to roll out the COVID vaccination programme along with the country on January 16. Speaking to Nagaland Post, minister of planning and coordination, land revenue and parliamentary affairs, Neiba Kronu, who is also one of the spokespersons of the High Powered Committee (HPC) on COVID-19 said that HPC on Monday held video conferencing with the prime minister and union minister and discussed on the COVID vaccine. Kronu said the vaccines- COVID shell and Covaxine will be launched on January 16 and will be made available to the state government of various states. According to Kronu, the vaccine will be provided by government of India through existing cold chain immunization programme for administration in phase manner. In the first phase, 19,690 health care workers of both government and private sectors will get the jabs followed by 30,000 frontline workers (police, administration and others), Kronu

said. The third phase will be those above the age of 50 years numbering around 3,49,757 as per electoral roll while the number of persons below 50 years with co-morbidities was yet to be identified, he added. He said central government will procure everything and will be provided free of cost to all the states. He further said that there was no clarity for the general masses at the moment and that the number of persons to receive vaccine on the first day will be decided after receiving the vaccine. The video conference with the HPC on COVID-19 was held under the chairmanship of chief minister Neiphiu Rio along with minister of health and family welfare, S Pangnyu Phom, advisor and co-spokesperson Mmhonlumo Kikon, advisor Neikisalie Kire and officials from the department of Health and Family Welfare. Nagaland COVID tally 11,987: Nagaland reported nine new COVID-19 positive cases on Monday – 7 in Kohima and 2 in Dimpaur, taking the tally to 11,987. K Y M C

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MPUC inaugurated at District Hospital Dimapur

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DIMAPUR JAN 11 (NPN): A Multi Public Utility Centre (MPUC) was inaugurated by former executive secretary, ABAM, Rev. L Kari Longchar, at District Hospital Dimapur (DHD) on January 11, constructed by Dimapur Ao Baptist Churches and Civil Societies Covid-19 Co-ordination Committee (DABC&CSCCC). Addressing the gathering, convenor, DABC & CSCCC, Supo Jamir, stated that the MPUC at DHD was the by-product of the initiative of managing three Quarantine Centres (QCs) in Dimapur Government College (DGC), hosting a total of 245 returnees of different Naga tribes as well as non

Former executive secretary, ABAM, Rev. L Kari Longchar cutting the ribbon during inaugural of MPUC on January 11. (NP)

Nagas, from June 1 to June 20, 2020. Referring to 2020 as the darkest year in the history of mankind, he mentioned that even though the world was filled with nagalandpost.com Poll darkness and chaos, Ao churches and civil societQ.: Will the continuing ies, through prayer support C O V I D p a n d e m i c from entire Nagas, came disrupt agricultural together and decided to activities this year ? start the QC. He stated that after 100% –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 90% –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– starting the QC, numerous 80% –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– individuals and organisa70% –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– tions wanted to donate in 60% –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– terms of cash and kind, but 50% –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– had to deny the donation as 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

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they had more than actually needed. Jamir maintained that the host of 245 returnees in turn donated a sum of Rs. 43,361, which motivated DABC & CSCCC to build the MPUC at DHD for the welfare of all. He further appealed the hospital authorities to take good care of the facility. DHD medical superintendent, Dr. Keveduyi Theyo, in his speech acknowledged the entire Ao population for their generosity and humanitarian work towards the hospital, which he stated, will only

serve the public in greater ways. He further reminded how DABA had earlier constructed a waiting shed and also donated food

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packets and financial support to the hospital during the COVID 19 pandemic. Assuring to take proper care of the utility, Theyo also informed that a committee headed by Dr. Temsu has been formed to take care of the utility. Earlier, programme was chaired by president, Dimapur Area Ao Baptist Pastor’s Fellowship, N Lipok Jamir, and dedicatory prayer offered by former executive secretary, ABAM, Rev. L Kari Longchar. It can be noted that the MPUC has four toilets (2 each for males and females), two bathrooms (only for patients and their attendants), UV purified drinking water, hand and face washing basins, mobile phones charging points and spacious resting shed.

NCCAF informs: Nagaland Community Conserved Areas Forum (NCCAF) has informed that its triennial conference will be held in Kohima on January 29 To maintain the existing SOPs, all community conserved areas (CCAs) registered under NCCAF have been requested to send only one representative from each CCA. Venue and time will be intimated through local dailies and WhatsApp groups. NLA 7th session: Comm & Secy, Dr PJ Antony has informed that Governor of Nagaland has summoned the 7th session of 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) to commence from February 12, 9:30 a.m at assembly hall, Kohima. ZB (AMN) central executive election rescheduled: Zeliangrong Baudi (ZB) has informed that, election of central executive ZB (AMN) for 2021-23 has been postponed from January 15 due to unavoidable circumstances. The meeting has been rescheduled to be held on February 19, 11 a.m at Jalukie, Peren district. All

concerned have been requested to attend the meeting positively. DC Peren informs: Deputy commissioner Peren, Sentiwapang Aier has informed that the monthly Peren district planning & development board (DPDB) meeting will be held on 12th January 12, 11 a.m at DC’s conference hall, district hq. Peren. All the members have been requested to attend the meeting positively. Renewal of trade permits in Wokha: ADC and administrator Wokha Town Council, Wokha, K.Mhathung Tsanglao, has informed all the shops keepers and other various business establishments within Wokha Town Council jurisdiction to renew/ extend their trade permits during office hour at WTC office on or before February 15, 2021. A fine of Rs. 50 only per day will be charged against those failing to renew the permit within the stipulated time. WTC administrator has requested all the shopkeepers and other business establishments to comply with the order to avoid any problem in the future.

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4TH DEATH ANNIVERSARY LT. MR. HOTOKHU CHISHI

(12.01.2017) Dearest Dad, It’s been four years since you left us on this day for your heavenly abode. But you are still loved, missed, cherished and remembered. Your beautiful memories will always live in our hearts forever. Loving Wife, Children, In-laws & Grandchildren DP-202

A Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather & Great Grandfather

Words seem inadequate to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and everyone who stood by us during the illness and ultimate demise of our beloved Late Immangyangba Imchen on 24th Dec 2020. We pray that Almighty God bless you all immensely. Loving parents, siblings and relatives MKC-11

A year has gone by but you are always remembered with love and fondness. Your precious memories will never fade and we will always hold you dear in our hearts. A man who loved with all his heart. And they that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies. Memories of you grow stronger with each day. Until we meet again, rest in eternal peace. Loving Wife & Family DP-164

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Agartala Hazy sun

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Guwahati Pleasant with clouds and sun 25 11 Imphal

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Itanagar A couple of morning showers

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2ND DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF LATE DÜKHRU LTU

12-01-2019 “A father’s love is forever imprinted on his child’s heart.” Your guiding hand on our shoulder will remain with us forever. We love and miss you always. Loving Wife, Children & Grand-Children K-53

10TH DEATH ANNIVERSARY LT. M. ZELHOULIE KHEZIE (D. KHEL)

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Died on 12th Jan 2011 "Sadly missed along Life's way, Quietly remembered Every day... No longer in our life to Share, But in our hearts, You are always there." Loving Children In-Laws & Grandchildren

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We, the family of Lt. YANSU CHANG, would like to thank most sincerely all family, friends and neighbours for the kind message of sympathy, condolence and generous help rendered to us at his sudden demise on 28th Oct 2020. We would like to convey our special gratitude to: 1. NPTO Staff 2. Pangti Union Kohima 3. Chang Baptist Lashong Kohima 4. Chang Union Kohima 5. Supply Colony Council Kohima 6. Supply Colony Youth Organisation 7. Noksen Fellowship Kohima 8. NPTO Prayer Fellowship We deeply regret our inability to acknowledge each one of you individually but it is our sincere prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly in return. With our prayers, Loving Wife, Children & Relatives K-54

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Born on : 05/04/1978 – Died on : 04/01/2021 We, the bereaved family would like to thank all those organizations, churches, families and well-wishers who stood with us morally, physically, spiritually and financially at the demise of Lt. Hopichem. We convey our special thanks to: Husto Village, Burma Camp, Nui-Colony & Veterinary Colony, Chimonger Union Dimapur and well-wishers. Loving Family Members DP-179

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LATE R. YANKIUMONG SANGTAM

Born on 6th April 1962 – Died on 9th January 2021

We, the bereaved family would like to express our profound gratitude to each and every individuals, families, friends, neighbours, organisations, churches and well wishers who stood by us physically, morally, financially and spiritually and shared our sorrow during unprecedented grief and sudden demise of our beloved R. Yankiumong Sangtam on 9th of January 2021. May God bless you all. DP-182

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Born : 27. 02. 1988, Died 27. 12. 2020 We, the bereaved family of Late Zasilie Yase, would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to every individual, churches, groups, villages and friends who stood by us spiritually, financially and physically at the sudden demise of our beloved son. We deeply regret our inability to thank each and everyone individually but it is our sincere prayer that the Almighty God Bless you all abundantly. Special thanks to: 1. Mr. Soboulie Paünuo 8. Nagaland Fire & Emergency 2. Lazami Model Village Services (Govt. of Nagaland) 3. Tukuliqa Village 9. Pentecostal Church 4. Cherüdiki GB Association Kijümetouma Basa 5. NAP0 (Cherüdiki) 10. C.R.C Merhülietsa, Kohima 6. Dihoma Village Youth Organization 11. D.B's Court Kohima 7. 0C & Staff (Fire Station Kohima 12. Kijümetouma Chazouketuo North) Krotho Loving Parents & Family members K-55

Born in 1944 – Died on 28/12/2020

Head GB Roni Old (1980-2020) A great father and husband Late Hushito Zhimomi (Ato Kukau) Left for his eternal home on 28 th Dec. 2020, we, the bereaved family extend our deep appreciation and profound gratitude to all well-wishers, individual, churches, neighbours, friends and relatives for your moral support, physical, financial and unseeing prayer throughout and during brief illness and sad demise. We regret our inability to thank each and everyone individually, but the Lord Almighty bless you abundantly. DP-185

Loving Wife, Children & Grandchildren

Born on: 18/11/1986 ---- Died on: 06/01/2021 We, the bereaved family of Lt. MEYISUNGKUM LKR would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who supported us physically, emotionally, financially and spiritually and for sharing our grief in our darkest hours. Your presence and support gave us comfort, strength and courage during our difficult times. We would like to thank: 1. Mr & Mrs Metsubo Jamir & family. 2. Longsa Senso Telongjem, Chumuokedima 3. Chuchuyimpang Senso Telongjem, Chumuokedima 4. Chumuokedima Ao Baptist Arogo 5. 15th NAP IR Mahila 6. Ward 9 Chutsolie Colony, Chumuokedima It is with deep regret that we are unable to mention all the names individually. However it is our earnest prayer that our good Lord bless you all individually. DP-175

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2021

BJP will win 100 plus seats in Assam, claims J.P. Nadda

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Silchar (Assam), Jan 11 (IANS): BJP’s national President J.P. Nadda said on Monday that the saffron party has been winning all the elections in the country from Jammu and Kashmir to Telangana, and it would return to power in Assam once again with 100 plus seats in the upcoming state Assembly polls due in April-May. Kick starting the Assembly election campaign for the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Nadda, while addressing a public rally here, said that the BJP would return to power in Assam as the current dispensation has ensured all-round development of the state in the last five years, ensuring peace and ethnic harmony. He said that BJP became the single largest party in the recent District Development Council (DDC) elections in Jammu and Kashmir besides managing excellent results in various elections and by-elections in Gujarat, Karnataka, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Goa, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh and Bihar. Coming down heavily on the main opposition party, the BJP leader said that during the 15-year rule of Congress in Assam,

terrorism devastated the state and 2,155 civilians and 284 security personnel had been killed while over 1,200 people were kidnapped. “There was no electricity in 51 per cent households and 56 per cent people had no toilets. Out of the 11 crore toilets, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sanctioned 35 lakh toilets for Assam. “During the governance of BJP, Assam became 100 per cent ODF (open defecation free). Lakhs of people in Assam have been benefited by central governemnt’s various flagship schemes,” the BJP chief said. Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, Finance and Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, BJP national Vice President Baijayant Jay Panda, who is in-charge of the party’s Assam affairs, and Assam BJP President Ranjeet Kumar Dass accompanied Nadda and also addressed the public gathering at the Police Parade Ground in Sinchar. Expressing his confidence to secure 100 plus seat in the 126-member Assam assembly polls, Nadda said that the state leadership, including Chief Minister Sonowal, Sarma and Dass, have done excellent

works for the development of the state and welfare of the people. He said the NDA government headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has established long lasting peace in Assam and also resolved the decades old Bodo movement by signing the Bodo peace accord last year. “It is the responsibility of the BJP to safeguard the culture, language and traditions of Assam and the party has always given utmost importance to these vital and basic issues,” the BJP President said, adding that Assam’s language is one of the most vibrant languages. “The NDA government has given recognition to all the aspects of Assam and established peace by taking forward the development works in all the sectors - health, education, and infrastructure. Rs 22,000 crore has been sanctioned for the Numaligarh Refinery. More than 15 new national highways have been approved and five vital bridges were constructed over the Brahmaputra river,” he said. Nadda said the BJPled Central government has also resolved the decades old problems of 36,000 internally displaced Reang tribal refugees who fled from Mizoram to Tripura in 1997 after ethnic troubles. Po l i t i c a l o b s e r v ers said that for the past many years, the BJP has carved out a political base in southern Assam’s Barak Valley region, comprising three Bengali dominated districts of Cachar, Hailakandi and Karimganj.

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Diphu, Jan 11: A meeting between several over ground extremist groups of Karbi Anglong and Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) authority to offer peace in the area during the Assam Legislative Assembly elections was held on Sunday. The meeting was held on the advice of Union home minister, Amit Shah to ensure peace in the autonomous hill districts of Assam. T h e m e e t i n g wa s chaired by Chief Executive Member of KAAC Tuiliram Ronghang, MP of the hill areas of Assam Horen Sing Bey, SP Karbi Anglong Debojit Deori and leaders of armed groups together including Karbi Peoples Liberation Tigers chairman Ron Rongpi, general secretary Lotichari

Kanttang Bay, Commander-in-Chief, Chaka Terang and others. Representatives of the United People’s Liberation Army, Kuki Revolutionary Army and Dimasa National Liberation Army also took part in the meeting. The meeting resolved to fulfil the demands of the armed insurgent groups at the earliest. K P LT c h a i r m a n Rongpi told media person that the groundwork has been organized for talks with the Centre. In the meeting, the KPLT placed their demands before the council authority and persisted that they want Forest University, Agricultural University and others higher educational institutions, Scheduled Tribe status for the Karbis residing in plains districts of Assam.

New Delhi, Jan 11 (PTI): The North East Venture Fund, a first-of-itskind financial instrument dedicated for the northeastern region, is gaining popularity among start-ups and young entrepreneurs, Union minister Jitendra Singh said on Monday. The North East Venture Fund (NEVF), launched by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), intends to promote growth of business ventures and skill development in the region. The NEVF is gaining popularity among start-ups and young entrepreneurs, Singh said here. He said the Ministry of DoNER had joined with the North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd (NEDFi) to set up

Jitendra Singh (File)

the NEVF with an initial corpus of Rs 100 crore. The fund targets to invest in start-ups and unique business opportunities to provide resources to new entrepreneurs. The main focus of the NEVF is on early and growth stage investment for mostly the enterprises involved in food processing, healthcare, tourism, segregation of services, IT, among others. The investment size with

the scheme ranges between Rs 25 lakh and Rs 10 crore with a long term horizon of five to 10 years. It is heartening to note that, Singh said, the venture fund which was launched with the initial motivation to provide livelihood to youth of the northeastern region, has now also started attracting different groups of youths from diverse backgrounds who wish to try their fortunes through the unexplored potentials of the region. The minister also noted that the DoNER ministry has started a series ‘Destination North East’, wherein different facets of the Northeast, including entrepreneurship avenues, are replicated at different locations across the country.

CoMSO to agitate on Meghalaya Statehood day over ILP

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Shillong, Jan 11: The Confederation of Meghalaya Social Organizations (COMSO) on Monday announced that it would register its protest on January 21, as a mark of protest against the failure of the Central government to implement the Inner Line Permit to curb the illegal immigrant problem in the State. Incidentally, Meghalaya Day is celebrated on January 21. “We will be registering our protest on January 21, but this is not against the Meghalaya Day celebrations. But we will be protesting because till date there is no proper mechanism to check and prevent influx in the State,” CoMSO Chairman Robertjune Kharjahrin said. He further appealed

to all the legislators, MPs and members of the three autonomous district Council in Khasi, Jaiñtia and Garo to take part in the agitation to mount pressure on the central government to implement the ILP in the State. ILP under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, is an official travel document issued by the Central Government to allow inward travel of an Indian citizen into protected/ restricted area for a limited period. It is obligatory for Indian citizens from other states to obtain permit for entering into the restricted areas. It is executed in Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram and Manipur. Kharjahrin said that his organisation has also decided to meet various

stakeholders including leaders of traditional institution, general public for consultation, to seek support on the issue and mobilise for the agitational programme. The CoMSO chairman said that the organisation would also be protesting to put pressure on the Governor Satya Pal Malik so that he puts his assent on the Meghalaya Resident Safety and Security Amendment Bill. The Bill has been prepared to ensure safety and security of citizens by preventing anti-social elements from gaining shelter in the State. On the long-pending of relocation of Harijan residents from Sweeper’s lane in the State Capital, the COMSO leaders said the report of the sub-committee of the High Level Committee should be made public.

The committee was formed by the State Government to find ways to relocate the residents of the area from their current location. “As it is a public issue, this should not be look from the communal perspective, but from a development point of view. The location is viable for purposes such as setting up of cold storage,

parking lot etc.,” Kharjahrin added. He said those residents working in government departments, residential quarters can be provided and for the rest eviction and relocation should go ahead. The CoMSO leader said the issue of eviction and relocation should be completed within this year.

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Community hall inaugurated at Nsong village KT Sükhalu inaugurates rostrum at DSCZ ground Zbto

Namri Nchang addressing at the inaugural of Nsong village community hall on January 9. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Advisor of Water Resources, Namri Nchang inaugurated Nsong village community hall under Tening sub-division on January 9. According to DIPR report, Namri Nchang addressing on the occasion encouraged the youths to educate themselves and to go in the right direction. He congratulated the village council for timely completion

of community hall construction and urged leaders to be vigilant for developmental activities in their respective regions. DC Peren, Sentiwapang Aier called upon the gathering for self-reliance and local entrepreneurship instead of totally depending on the government. Short speeches were delivered by Azenuo Pienyu, project director of DRDA who highlighted on

the importance of community participation and partnership for the execution of public work. Kiengau Nda, block development officer of Tening lauded the hard work rendered in the successful completion of community hall. Welcome address was delivered by EAC Nsong, Tumben P. Tsanglao in the programme chaired by NYO president, Kedawang.

DIMAPUR: Advisor of School Education, Nagaland, KT Sükhalu inaugurated a rostrum at DSCZ ground, Zunheboto in the presence of DC, Peter Lichamo and government officers, distinguished public leaders, church leaders, party workers and student body leaders etc on January 11. According to DIPR report, while speaking at the inaugural programme, advisor appreciated the commendable efforts put together by everyone involved, especially Toniho Chishi, under whose supervision the construction was completed at the stipulated time. He also added that the new rostrum could be one of the best among the district headquarters. The rostrum was constructed under LADP iconic project. Earlier, senior pastor retired, SBCZ, Rev. Dr Yevito Jimo pronounced the dedicatory prayer. Meanwhile, in a separate event, Zunheboto Area Sports Association (ZASA)

Multi skilled training inaugurated at Tuensang

ADC Tuensang, Ajit Kumar Verma with the trainers and trainees on January 11 at town hall. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Department of Employment, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Tuensang sponsored multi skilled handyman training programme was

inaugurated at town hall Tuensang with a training partnership Zynorique Initiatives Society (ZIC) on January 11. According to DIPR

report, the training will last for ten day days on plumbers, tiling and electricians which will be held at town hall and GHSS Thangjam Tuensang.

ADC Tuensang Ajit Kumar Verma was the special guest. Verma appreciated the opportunity for the district to help guide the youngsters for skill development. He said that Tuensang district was one of the most remote district with poor connectivity where employment opportunities was lacking due to nonavailability of industries and big companies. Therefore he was of the view that this kind of skill development training was very essential for the unemployed youth to learn skills for self employment. He emphasised on the importance of skills and advised the trainees that one should have interest

K. T. Sükhalu inaugurating the rostrum at DSCZ ground on January 11 at Zunheboto.

kick-started the 33rd Kukami trophy. Speaking at the event as special guest, KT Sükhalu exhorted the participants that it was time they look to sports

and plan accordingly with strategies so that job opportunities will surely be at the door step. Ar. Richard Belho ZIS gave the introduction where he advised the trainees not to wait for government jobs only but to equip self with skills. Regarding the training he said that it was a unique programme to impart skills so that one individual can play multi tasking role. This programme is a stage wise/level project in which the government was all set ready to equip the trainees with the equipment along with the completion of the trainings, he said. Inaugural programme was led by Er. Netenba Ajem vice principal ITI Tuensang.

professionally. He said that Nagas naturally built with athletic bodies and gifted talents would have a bright future in the field of sports.

It may be noted that Kukami trophy, organised by ZASA, have 16 villages participating in football, volleyball and various other indigenous sports.

Noklak DTF deliberates on COVID vaccination drive

DC Noklak, Reny Wilfred chairing the DTF meeting on COVID-19 on January 11. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Noklak District Task Force (DTF) on COVID-19 held a meeting on January 11 at DC conference hall, Noklak. According to DIPR report, DC Noklak, Reny Wilfred chairing the meeting, tabled the prepared-

ness of COVID-19 vaccination and the reported avian influenza outbreak in the country. DC directed all concerned to be prepared and set all things in place for the successful conduct of the drive. House discussed on requirement of

Truenat machine and other medical equipment and kits in regard to COVID-19. Senior medical officer, Dr. Victor Lam gave detailed updates on COVID-19 activities in the district and preparation of COVID-19 vaccination.

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Online hurdles

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s students brace themselves up to appear for online exams - which would define the course of their future- with poor internet connectivity and incomplete syllabus, it may be unfair to expect too much out of the online option. Therefore, when educational and other institutions decided to hold examinations through online due to various compulsions that the COVID-19 pandemic had brought; several issues have also come up with regard to the pros and cons of online exams. One of the common complaint from students including academicians was over poor internet speed and connectivity. It is a fact that in Nagaland, even mobile connectivity is an issue and invariably this also compounds internet speed. Internet connectivity is still a huge problem in rural and remote areas. In the case of a concurrent number of exams, internet connectivity can be a huge challenge for the smooth flow and execution of the online exam. Not to talk about far flung districts, particularly villages, the internet connectivity leaves much to be desired. Even while online classes were being conducted, the slow internet speed had posed severe problems for online classes. Many students found it very challenging to download study material during classes due to slow internet speed. Many students were not able to take part in online classes and hence could not cover the entire syllabus. The COVID-19 pandemic has also thrown up serious challenges on the poor sections of society. As reported earlier in this newspaper, families from poor economic background were hardest hit by online classes. To participate in online classes, the user has to have a smart phone mobile. This is more expensive than the normal mobile phone. If a family belonging to the lower economic strata has two or more children then they would have to take turns to use the mobile. The cheapest smart phone with adequate facilities costs not less than Rupees six thousand and more. Many parents had to learn how to use mobile apps such as downloading then taking pictures before uploading etc. Children who are economically better off could afford the best of smart phones, laptops etc and so enjoy a big advantage. The online examination presumes that everybody has good quality smart phones with apps and laptops, even if it was not so. Teachers say the notion of online examination is against the basic inclusive soul of the education, which talks about uniform education for children coming from different regions and sections across the country. The online examination will benefit those children who have the benefit of technology, who live in the cities and metros and have adequate resources, including reading material. However, those children who will be left behind will be those who come from the backward areas and sections. Online examinations are at best futile exercises since it allows users to impersonate a candidate. This would probably pass through the system as there will likely be no physical authentication of candidates in the examination center. There is also possibility of sudden disruption of exams due to network failure or power outage. In such a case, if the system is not designed with that in view, it becomes a problem for continuity of the exam. In the end, the solution through online system makes more technological and less academic sense.

DailyDevotion

Eternity

What we suffer now is nothing compared to the glory he will give us later. Romans 8:18 (TLB) Nowhere does the Bible teach that Christians are to be exempt from the tribulations and natural disasters that come upon the world. It does teach that the Christian can face tribulation, crisis, calamity, and personal suffering with a supernatural power that is not available to the person outside Christ. The early Christians were able to experience joy in their hearts in the midst of trials, troubles, and depression. They counted suffering for Christ not as a burden or misfortune, but as a great honor, as evidence that Christ counted them worthy to witness to Him through suffering. They never forgot what Christ Himself had gone through for their salvation; and to suffer for His name’s sake was regarded as a gift rather than a cross. Christians can rejoice in tribulation because they have eternity’s values in view. When the pressures are on, they look beyond their present predicaments to the glories of heaven. The thought of the future life with its prerogatives and joys helps to make the trials of the present seem light and transient.

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We cannot put off living until we are ready. ~ Jose Ortega y Gasset K Y M C

Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2021

Post-mortem

A Passing Coup D’oeil at the Naga Political Movement B efore the advent of Christianity and British rule, living as our forefathers had been, mostly confined to their own respective and exclusive village lives, often preoccupied with inter-village internecine headhunting, the first formal articulation of a common Naga political aspiration was the Memorandum submitted to the Simon Commission on January 10, 1929. It was, however, the formation of the Naga National Council (NNC) in 1946, with T Aliba Imti as President and T Sakhrie as Secretary that gave to the Naga political movement a common umbrella and springboard, a Naga institution meant for all Nagas and revered by all. It was the NNC that proclaimed to India and the world the existence of the Nagas as a people bound together by blood, race and geography, seeking and aspiring for a common homeland with a shared political destiny as a free and sovereign people. Thus on 14th August, 1947, one day ahead of India’s independence, the NNC under President T Aliba Imti declared independence of the Nagas as a free people. The Nine-Point Agreement signed between the NNC and Sir Akbar Hydari, Governor of Assam in June 1947 was the first political agreement signed between the Nagas and the Government of India, which in effect was an explicit recognition by the Govt. of India of the uniqueness of the Naga way of life and of the Nagas’ unique polity arrangements. Another important milestone in the Naga political journey was the plebiscite of 16 May 1951, organized and conducted by the NNC under A Z Phizo’s Presidenship. Through the Plebiscite, the Naga people had given their whole-hearted mandate to the NNC to secure a separate Naga homeland. The NNC had started as a peaceful, mass people’s political movement, but by 1955, ideological differences, between what might be called the moderates who believed in solution to the Naga political issue through peaceful means, and the extremists who believed in resorting to arms and violent means, became almost irreconcilable. The split between the two conflicting and diametrically opposite ideologies of war and peace perhaps became complete with the kidnapping, torture and brutal killing of T Sakhrie, a highly gifted intellectual and a staunch believer in political solution through peaceful means, in January, 1956,- not by the Indian Security force, but by

his own people. Phizo’s vision and commitment was for a free and sovereign Nagaland. He did not have to, and never indeed highlighted specifically, for a separate flag or Constitution since these were natural attributes of a free and independent nation. Formation of Hongking or Federal Govt. of Nagaland (NFG) on 18 September 1954 was another Naga political movement milestone for the NNC under Phizo’s leadership, and it was only natural that they would, and indeed did, have their Naga flag as a national symbol and a national Yehzabo or Constitution for running the affairs of the Naga nation. The fundamental issue for Phizo and the NNC under him was the sovereignty of Nagaland, and not necessarily the accompanying paraphernalia of flag and Constitution that gave distinctive identity to their perceived sovereign nation. The logic as we understand is that an independent sovereign nation has its own national flag and national Constitution. But the picture is totally different compared to Phizo’s movement. The two agreements signed consciously and formally by representatives of the underground leaders and the GOI’s Interlocutor namely , the Framework Agreement of 3rd August 2015 which was published in all the local dailies so also the Preamble Agreement of 17th November 2017 which was widely circulated are now very much under public domain. Both sovereignty and Integration do not figure in none of the agreements. The actual start in the mid 1950’s of armed confrontation to secure the Naga political aspiration as an independent and sovereign Naga homeland quickly spiraled into a tumultuous era of unspeakable trauma and suffering for the Naga people. As violence, bloodshed, and an unbridled reign of terror and hell’s mayhem were let loose, the Naga public, especially the villagers, were caught helplessly between the proverbial devil and the sea with no escape route. On the one hand, the Indian Security forces indulged in heinous acts of harassments, torture, killings, rapes, and torching of villages and granaries down to ashes. Entire villages were uprooted and grouped together by herding them like cattle into concentration camps. Even Churches were not spared from being desecrated into platforms of lust and unlawful confinement of the worshippers. With their granaries gone in smoke, some villagers who escaped the Indian Army’s

dragnet roamed the jungles like wild animals surviving on wild jungle leaves and roots. On the other hand, the Naga armed undergrounds started to hunt for their own brethren, mostly on mere suspicion of alleged collaboration with the Indian state, kidnapped them, tortured and killed them. Even today, the hands of many Naga national workers are reeking with the innocent blood of their own brethren. As the armed conflict continued, thousands of precious Naga lives were lost. This indeed was a tragic era in Naga history when normal life, including education for the children of the day, came to a grinding halt. Another sorry part of this saga of human tragedy was that whatever was happening to the Nagas was totally blanketed in silence and the outside world knew nothing of the goings-on in the Naga territories. Should this insanity be allowed to continue, the Nagas as a people faced the imminent danger of total annihilation. The choice was between survival and annihilation as a people. Also, the issue raised was, do we remain submerged as an obscure district in Assam, being helplessly sandwiched between the inhuman operations of the Indian security forces and the reckless diktats of the armed undergrounds, or should we come out in the open, even at the risk of our own lives, to air our views to the Govt. of India and the outside world for attainment of the Naga political aspirations through dialogue and peaceful means? It was in the midst of those tumultuous and tragic circumstances that some Naga leaders, from different tribes, came forward and through their collective wisdom, the Naga People’s Convention (NPC) was formed and three conventions held- at Kohima in August 1957, at Ungma in May 1958, and at Mokokchung in October 1959. Historical records will show that the attendance and response from the Naga public in all the three conventions were large and enthusiastic, representing all the tribes from the then Naga Hills and Tuensang Frontier Division. In the first convention, for instance, the total tribal representatives were 1763, with an additional around 2000 observers. The first outcome of the NPC’s efforts was the integration that took place between the then Naga Hills and Tuensang Frontier Division by the Naga Hills-Tuensang Area Act, 1957, w.e.f. 1st December 1957 and a complete breakaway from Assam. In the final negotiation between the NPC’s representatives and the

Prime Minister of India, the NPC was represented by a team of 18 Naga negotiators from 11 tribes, leading to formal inauguration of the creation of the state of Nagaland on 1st December 1963. In the 16-Point Memorandum that the NPC had unanimously adopted in its third Mokokchung convention, and accepted by the Govt. of India, some of the special features were: (i) the State of Nagaland was put under the External Affairs Minstry; (ii) Article 371(A) became part of the special protective provisions accorded specifically to Nagaland; (iii) special funding provision from the Consolidated fund of India was made; (iv) provision was made for re-transfer of Reserved Forests from Assam to Nagaland; (v) Provision was given for integration of contiguous Naga inhabited areas; (vi) formation of a separate Naga Regiment was included, and so on. It may be noted that the negotiation took place direct with the Prime Minister of India and the agreement was signed on his behalf by the Foreign Secretary of India. The ar med conf lict still continued. Through the tireless efforts of Nagaland Baptist Church Council, a much longed for Ceasefire was brought into effect on the midnight of 5 September 1964. This was wholeheartedly supported and welcomed by the Nagaland State, the Churches and the entire Naga public. In the Peace Mission apart from Jayaprakash and B.B.Chaliha, Chief Minister of Assam Rev.Michael Scott, a British Citizen was included in it. It may be noted that the state government led by P.Shilu Ao fully supported and voiced for a final honorable and acceptable solution to the Naga political issue. After the Ceasefire of 1964 was brought into effect, As Parliamentary Secretary to Shri Pandit Jawharlal Nehru, the Prime Minister and being a Member of Parliament, I had the privilege to accompany Mr Gundevia, Foreign Secretary of India for the first meeting at Chedima with the leaders of the Naga Federal Govt. to initiate commencement of political dialogue. The level of talk was at the highest level because the Federal Government of Nagaland was mandated by the plebiscite. Of the six rounds of political negotiations that took place in Delhi between the NFG leaders and Mrs. Indira Gandhi, the Prime Minister in 1968 provided a golden opportunity to resolve the long standing Naga political problem to the utmost satisfaction to both the Nagas and the Government of

India. With an open mind, the Indian Prime Minister offered to the Naga delegation maximum autonomy, But at this crucial and critical time one of the members within the delegation started conspiring to derail the talk purely based on narrow tribal prejudice. If the Tenyimi National Workers’ Forum is trying to point finger on the conspirator here was the real conspirator very much within the fold of the delegation in the last round of talks between the Naga Federal Government and the Prime Minister of India. This best possible golden opportunity offered by the Prime Minister was aborted due to their internal conspiracy and discord within the Naga delegation itself. What followed thereafter was a catastrophe in the Naga political movement. The organization was split vertically into Federal Group and Revolutionary Group, followed by more betrayals, and the backbone of the NNC was fatally fractured. The much maligned Shillong Accord of 1975, now dead, was signed by the Governor on behalf of the GOI. This, however was to trigger another serious split in the Naga political movement, followed by yet another split, and still more splits in recent times until the total number of the different groups or of their specific names can no longer be properly identified or enumerated by the Naga public, except for the severe economic pain caused to the public by the multiple extortions collected by the different armed cadres. Ceasefire of 1997 between the NSCN (IM) under the leadership of Isaac Swu and Th. Muivah and the Government of India was made at the back of the State Government, the Churches of Nagaland and the Naga public. This ceasefire under the new leaderships had completely reversed and nullified the character of the previous norms and status and mutually agreed to entrust an interlocutor in the person of Kaushal to conduct the political negotiation. Of course the present arrangement is totally different in nature and complexion compared with the undivided Federal Government of Naga underground. It was mandated by the plebiscite of 1951; hence, the stature of the Federal Government of Nagaland was unique in all respects. In the aftermath of a military conquest, the winner dictates the terms and takes what he wants. Today’s Naga political settlement process, on-going now for more than two decades through peaceful negotiations cannot be

Tenyimi identity not a faction’s tool: WC, NNPGs

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here are hundreds of Tenyimi national workers in the seven Naga National political Groups under WC, NNPGs, currently engaged with the GOI to honourably resolve the Indo-Naga political issue. The Tenyimi National Workers Forum of NSCN (IM) is a tiny fraction within larger Tenyimi Community. Targeting individuals and dehumanising leaders is not a part of Tenyimi culture. WC, NNPGs believes that TPO, the umbrella organisation of the Tenyimi People stands for correct political and historical vision and to protect and defend Tenyimi culture while promoting social harmony among communities. As such, brazen accusations and divisive statement at this crucial moment of Naga history is unfortunate. The fact is, a politician like Dr. S.C Jamir, good or evil, is a child of history. He and other contemporary leaders witnessed utter chaos and destruction of our social and political structure, closely observed Naga history at its worst turbulent hour. If he is the mastermind and guilty of all the crimes, starting from attainment of statehood, what of the other elected legislators and leaders in the last sixty years who flocked together, all sworn in under oath to protect and defend the Indian constitution? It is not wrong to say that NSCN

(IM) leadership, for decades, have been great beneficiaries of Nagaland statehood. It is also not wrong to say that they are enjoying the fruits of Dr. Jamir and his peers’ labour to the hilt. The sixteen point agreement of 1960 failed to satisfy the aspiration of the Naga people. The Shillong Accord of 1975 did not meet the expectation of the Naga people either. Past failures are stirring lessons to all Nagas today; that negotiating political leaders must be transparent on political matters lest the Naga people reject secretive political documents. Free, frank and open discussion on negotiated matters and post-solution political arrangements must be laid bare before the Naga people. The ongoing political talks between GOI and two Naga entities i,e NSCN (IM) and WC, NNPGs is an opportunity for Naga tribes, GBs, the Church, intellectuals, students, elected representatives and concerned citizens to come to the fore and ensure practical, honorable and acceptable political settlement is inked at the earliest. It is time for Naga people to address reality and not play sentimental second fiddle to any political group. The impending Political settlement is to correct the mistakes of the past and all must exercise restraint. It is unwise on the part of TNWF to

curse the tree whose fruits the leadership gleefully pounces on. The statement of TNWF in the local dailies on 7th January 2021 is unfortunate. To quote here, “... Is 1947 Naga flag hoisting ignored by Jamir? Is the 14th August, 1947 Naga Independence declaration by Phizo without flag and constitution? Is 1951 plebiscite without flag and constitution?...” WC, NNPGs would clarify to the TNWF that these historical events and milestones, so precious and dear to all Nagas, have been ignored and excluded deliberately by the signatories of Framework Agreement on 3rd Aug. 2015. The very first line in FA says, “Indo-Naga political conflict is about six decades old...” Inexplicably it imply Indo-Naga political conflict started after 1955, cutting off all major historical milestones in the process. Unless NSCN (IM) leadership explain to the Naga people why Indo-Naga political conflict had to be counted from 1955 or about six decades before 2015, and unless there is rectification by signatories on this historical blunder in the opening line of FA, the claim of TNWF or any NSCN(IM) affiliate on Naga history serves no purpose. MEDIA CELL, WC, NNPGs.

singled out and isolated from the prevailing geo-political realities, or from the contextual realities of the larger Indian political landscape. Can the Naga political leaders take away what is not acceded to by the other negotiating party? The Govt. of India has recognized the uniqueness of the Naga political movement and had publicly stated its positive approach towards a final resolution of the Naga political aspirations on the basis of the mutually agreed upon ‘Framework Agreement’. Most of all, the Naga public are all yearning and longing for enduring peace and total normalcy to be restored in the land. Another golden opportunity is now on hand. Seize it in unison and let us move forward, or else the future will not forgive those responsible for letting the opportunity slip away. Sitting in the comforts of today’s modern amenities of life, howsoever limited as compared to the outside world, and totally ignorant of how far and how arduously we have traversed as a people from where we were, socioeconomically and politically, seven decades ago, or even six decades back, it may be easy for some people, in the name of pseudo-patriotism and rootless politics, to be spewing out yarns of imaginary accusations, or to point their bloodsoaked, self-righteous fingers at others without one shred of hard evidence to produce, if dragged to the Courts of Justice on serious defamation charges. This, however, is not the time for Nagas,- whether individuals or groups, overground or underground,- to be barking at each other in the name of Naga nationalism, while others look upon us bewildered and amused, or even happy that we are doing our best to show our bitter disunity and thus ensure that the Naga Underground leaders are rendered incapable of speaking in one voice and thus consequently destroy the prospect of arriving at a consensus political settlement. This is not the time to be indulging in self-perceived vainglory or in the vanity of self-destruction. While the future destiny of the Nagas hang in delicate balance, this is a time for Nagas everywhere to be humbly united in prayer to God for his favour and lend every possible positive support for an early peaceful solution to the protracted Naga political issue. Let us be realistic and pragmatic, seize the moment of opportunity now available to us and give a brighter future to the upcoming generations. S C Jamir, Former Chief Minister & Governor

Reader’s Post

The ‘Rest in Peace’ SBI ATM booths in Mon Town

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The unserviceability of SBI ATM booths in Mon Town has been a prolong issue with the innocent public facing harassment and exploitation. Inorder to withdraw the hard earned money, people from far and wide of the district travel to the centre (Mon Town) to end up disappointed by the fact that all the ATM booths in town are either out of service or closed. The most disheartening and disturbing fact is that the innocent public end up paying extra charges to withdraw their own hard earned money at mini ATM booths owned by private/third parties. No doubt, it’s very encouraging to see young unemployed youths taking up the opportunity of setting up mini ATM booths which is very much imperative and convenient for the public during urgency. But the main concern lies in SBI not performing it’s duty. During the post lockdown a group of young like-minded intellectuals addressed the matter to the Deputy Commissioner and the Bank staff in written as well as in person and the aggrieved party were assured that the issue would be looked after. However it’s been months and the problem seems to retrograde with each passing day with even the Deputy Commissioner becoming a mere spectator of public being harassed. It’s time that the responsible authority look into the matter at the earliest before the pester gets to the boiling point and the like-minded public take their own course of action. Keiong & Manjai, Thamnan Ward, Mon Town

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. K Y M C

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Centre to bear expenses for 1st round of vaccination: PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Monday that the central government will bear the expenses of vaccinating nearly three crore healthcare and frontline workers in the first round and suggested that public representatives, a reference to politicians, should not be part of this initial exercise. Interacting with state chief ministers, Modi underscored the enormity of what he described as the world’s biggest vaccination exercise, which begins from January 16, saying over 30 crore citizens will get the jabs in the next few months in India against only 2.5 crore people who have received them in over 50 countries in around a month so far. The two already approved madein-India COVID-19 vaccines are more cost-effective than any other in the world and have been developed as per the country’s needs, he said in his remarks in the meeting called to discuss the COVID-19 situation and the vaccination roll-out. Besides the two vaccines -- Covishield developed by Oxford and BritishSwedish company AstraZeneca and manufactured by Serum Institute of India, and Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin, four others are in the pipeline, Modi said, asserting that India’s fight against the pandemic will enter a decisive stage with the vaccination roll-out. More vac-

Rajinikanth again says no to politics Chennai, Jan 11 (PTI): Top star Rajinikanth on Monday categorically said he would not enter politics and appealed to his fans not to organise any events to urge him to reconsider his decision. A day after his fans held an agitation here, urging him to reverse his choice, the actor said he had already made known his decision and explained the reasons for it. In a statement posted on his Twitter handle, he appealed to his fans not to organise such events seeking him to enter politics and make him sad more and more. Gram:Agricomplex Medziphema

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cines may be available when the exercise moves into the second round, he added. The prime minister also sought to dispel concerns expressed by some opposition leaders and experts over the approval given to Covaxin without the availability of efficacy data, asserting that scientists have taken all precautions to provide citizens with effective vaccines. The prime minister said he has been maintaining from the beginning that the scientific community will have the final word on the issue. India’s drug regulator has given nod to Covishield and Covaxin for the emergency use authorisation. It is a matter of pride that both the vaccines are ‘made in India’, he said, adding that it can be imagined how much hardship India would have faced if it had to depend on foreign vaccines. Noting that the first round of vaccination is meant for healthcare and frontline workers, he said, “This is my personal suggestion and no one should

take it otherwise. We public representatives are not part of it.” In some countries, including the US and Israel, leading public figures have taken the jabs while top functionaries in a few others have chosen to follow the standard protocol and wait for their turn. Ta l k in g a b o u t the COVID-19 situation in India, Modi said the country is in a much better place than many others in terms of the pandemic’s spread, and added that this is a matter of happiness but should not induce carelessness. The panic visible among the people six-eight months back is no longer there, and the increasing confidence among them in the fight against the pandemic has had a positive impact on economic activities as well, the prime minister said. Modi also asked states to ensure that rumours do not get spread about the vaccination exercise and suggested involving social and religious groups in helping check any rumour-mongering. On Saturday last week, Modi had reviewed the status of COVID-19 and vaccine preparedness across states and union territories at a high-level meeting where. He said many states have given good suggestions in fighting the pandemic and the dialogue and cooperation between the Centre and states have been a “great example” of federalism.

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New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS): The central government on Monday said that a total of 96 persons have been detected with the new ‘more transmissible’ UK coronavirus mutant strain. They are kept in physical isolation in health facilities. “The total number of persons found infected with the mutant UK strain of COVID-19 is 96,” the Union Health Ministry said in a statement. According the Health Ministry, all persons have been kept in single room isolation in designated Health Care facilities by respective state governments. Their close contacts have also been put under quarantine. “Comprehensive contact tracing has been initiated for co-travellers, family contacts and others. Genome sequencing on other specimens is going on,” the ministry said. Since last Friday, flights from UK have been landing

in Delhi amid concerns about the mutant strain that emerged in Britain. The flights from UK resumed after the government suspended services between on December 23. On December 29, a total of six UK returnees were found to be positive with the new variant genome. These were the first cases to be reported by the country that has the second highest number of cases after the United States. The tracing and testing was initiated after UK government announced that a newly identified strain of the virus was found in their population which is up to 70 per cent more transmissible. Notably, the new UK Variant has already been reported by Denmark, Netherlands, Australia, Italy, Sweden, France, Spain, Switzerland, Germany, Canada, Japan, Lebanon and Singapore.

Naik injured in road mishap, wife killed Bengaluru, Jan 11 (PTI): Union Minister for Ayush and Defence Shripad Y Naik was injured and his wife Vijaya and personal assistant killed when their car overturned at Ankola in Uttara Kannada district on Monday night, police said. The minister’s condition was stable, they said. Police said Naik, along with his wife, personal assistant Deepak, his close confidante Sai Kiran, gunman and the driver were heading from Yallapur to Gokarna on Monday night. On the way, the driver lost his control over the car near Hosakambi village in Ankola Taluk of Uttara Kannada and the vehicle overturned. “It was not a collision between vehicles. Prima facie it appears to be the case of the driver losing control of the car” a police officer told PTI. Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa expressed shock over the accident and condoled the demise of Naik’s wife.

New Delhi, Jan 11 (PTI): Holding the breath and having low breathing rate can increase the chances of the novel coronavirus-laden droplets being deposited deep in the lungs, according to a study by researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Physics of Fluids, paves the way for developing better therapies and drugs for respiratory infections, including coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19). The researchers noted that several infectious respiratory diseases like COVID19, that threaten the human lives globally, transmit primarily through virus laden droplets. Dramatic respiratory events such as coughs and sneezes that yield a large quantity of droplets play a vital role in aiding such transmission, they said. The researchers modelled breathing frequency in a laboratory to better understand how the rate of flow of droplet laden with virus determines the deposition of the virus in the lungs. They found that low breathing frequency increases the time of residence of the virus and therefore it increases the chances of

deposition and consequently the infection. The multiscale lung structure has a significant effect on a person’s susceptibility to COVID-19, according to the research led by Professor Mahesh Panchagnula, from the Department of Applied Mechanics, IIT Madras. “COVID-19 has opened a gap in our understanding of deep pulmonological systemic diseases. Our study unravels the mystery behind how particles are transported and deposited in the deep lung,” Panchagnula said. “The study demonstrates the physical process by which aerosol particles are transported into the deep generations of the lung,” he added. Previous research by the same group highlighted the significant variability in aerosol uptake from individual to individual, suggesting a reason why some people are more vulnerable to airborne diseases than others. Airborne infections such as the novel coronavirus spread immensely through sneezing and coughing as it instantly releases a lot of tiny droplets. The team, including IIT Madras research scholars Arnab Kumar Mallik and Soumalya Mukherjee, imitated the droplet dynam-

ics in the lung by studying the movement of droplets in the small capillaries which were of a diameter similar to bronchioles, or air passages inside the lungs that branch off like tree limbs. They took water mixed with fluorescent particles and generated aerosols from this liquid using a nebulizer, a medical equipment that people with respiratory conditions can use to administer drugs directly and quickly to the lungs. These f luorescent aerosols were used to track the movement and deposition of the particles in the capillaries or very tiny blood vessels. The researchers studied the movement of the fluorescent aerosol particles in capillaries of size ranging from 0.3 to 2 millimetres which covers the range of bronchiole diameters. They found that the deposition is inversely proportional to the aspect ratio of capillaries, which suggests that the droplets are likely to deposit in longer bronchioles. The IIT Madras researchers also studied how the ‘Reynolds Number,’ a parameter that quantifies the nature of flow -- steady or turbulent -- determines the deposition in the capillaries.

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The Longmisa Senso Mungdang extends their heartiest congratulations to Shri. J. Kikatemsu on his promotion to Head Master under Education Department, Nagaland and Smti.Temjenchila, W/o Shri. Nungdokwati on her promotion to Superintendent under Directorate of Geology and Mining, Dimapur, Nagaland. The Mungdang takes immense pride in your achievement and wishes you success in all your future endeavours.

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I, Smt Meri Bage alias Smt Meri Singh, Wife of Tade Vhimpek, daughter of Gobin Bage, resident of Talbalijan, P/O-Sarihajan, P/S-Bokajan, Dist-Karbi Anglong, Assam do hereby declare as under: 1. That I am a citizen of India by birth and a permanent resident of above mentioned place. This is true 2. That my actual name is Smt. Meri Bage as per documents records. This is true 3. That in my marriage document of which was issued by Sungajan AV Panchait 3 no Amguri, Golaghat district Gaon Bura issued dated on 10/1/2015 my name has been by mistakenly entered recorded as Smt Meri Singh instead of my actual name is Smt Meri Bage. This is true 4. That in the time of enrollment my name was put wrongly. This is true 5. That In this regard, I belongs two names vz Smt Meri Bage and Smt Meri Singh. This is true 6. That I Smt Meri Bage and Smt Meri Singh are my name and I am the same person. This is true 7. That from today onward, my name shall be use to known as Smt Meri Bage and to rectify, in all purpose in all times for future correspondence 8. That this affidavit is required to produce before the concern authority as a piece of evidence to proof that Smt Meri Bage and Smt Meri Singh are my name and I am the same person and also and submit this before the Authority of Bank/Govt. officials and others Authority kindly correct my name as above and to do the needful

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the accused Capt. Bhoopinder Singh and two other civilians—Tabash Nazir and Bilal Ahmed Lone—also “purposefully destroyed evidence of the real crime that they have committed”.

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11/01/2021 The Soyim Students’ Union Platinum Jubilee Planning Committee would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and acknowledge every individual, groups and union who contributed in all ways possible towards the grand success of the jubilee event. We would like to especially mention, 1. Mr. & Mrs. Sharingain Longkumer, Speaker, NLA 2. Mr. & Mrs. Tongpang Ozukum, Minister, Mechanical and Housing, Govt. of Nagaland 3. Prof. & Mrs. Temjensosang Imsong, HOD, Dept. of Sociology, Nagaland University 4. Mr. & Mrs. Imtitoshi, SP, Wokha, whose presence and contributions made the jubilee event grander and more resourceful. We would also like to specifically mention the help and support received from Ungma Village Council, Ungma Baptist Church and all the sub-committee members for their tireless efforts in making the jubilee event successful. Though we are unable to thank everyone individually, know that your contributions are acknowledged deeply and we pray that the good Lord bless you in all your future endeavours. Sd/Sd/Takotong Longkumer, N.Akok Longkumer Convenor, Secretary, Jubilee Planning Committee Jubilee Planning Committee

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were killed in the alleged fake encounter in July last year. However, the SIT constituted to probe the incident stated in its charge sheet that “by staging the encounter”

compliments to the troops from the Bihar regiment for displaying exemplary grit and courage in fighting the Chinese troops. India and China are locked in a bitter military standoff in eastern Ladakh for the last eight months. Nearly 50,000 troops of the Indian Army are currently deployed in a high state of combat readiness in the mountainous region in sub-zero temperatures as multiple rounds of talks between the two sides have not yielded concrete outcome to resolve the standoff.

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shipora encounter actions were driven by a Rs 20 lakh award for the killing of terrorists. It is clarified that the Indian Army has no system of cash awards for its personnel for any acts in combat situations or otherwise in the line of duty,” the statement said. Three youths, who were dubbed as terrorists,

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S r i nag a r , Ja n 1 1 (PTI): The Army on Monday denied that its captain, who is facing the allegation of a fake encounter in Amshipora, was “driven” by a Rs 20-lakh reward for killing terrorists, saying there was no system of cash rewards for its personnel for any acts in combat situations or otherwise in the line of duty. The brief statement was released by Srinagarbased defence spokesperson Col Rajesh Kalia. “There are media reports quoting that Am-

the ‘Gallants of Galwan’ at Post 120 in eastern Ladakh. The memorial mentioned their heroics under opera-

tion ‘Snow Leopard’ and the way they evicted the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) troops from the area while inflicting “heavy casualties” on them. Separately, the Department of Military Affairs is in process of inscribing the names of Colonel Babu and the 19 other soldiers at the National War Memorial in Delhi. During a visit to Lukung forward post in eastern Ladakh on July 17, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh personally conveyed his appreciation and

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This is inform to all the office bearers, executive members and advisors of Sumi Awomi Kuposhukulu (SAK) that there will be a meeting on 16th Jan., 2021 at Hotel Saramati, Dimapur at 11:00 AM for selection of new office bearers for the tenure 2021 to 2023. All the concerned are requested to attend the meeting positively without fail. The undersigned would like to request Retired Officers, Officers, Seniors, Leaders of various NGOs, Public Leaders from our clan, Reverends and Pastors in an around Dimapur to kindly attend the meeting and share and give cooperation for the growth and welfare of our union. V. Hoyivi Awomi David Sumi President, SAK Info & Publicity Secy, SAK

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ployment of troops and heavy weaponry by both the armies in the friction points. “Some of the Army personnel including Col Babu who displayed extreme courage during the Galwan clash are expected to be honoured on Republic Day,” said a source. The Chinese soldiers used stones, nail-studded sticks, iron rods and clubs in carrying out brutal attacks on Indian soldiers after they protested the erection of a surveillance post by China around patrolling point 14 in the Galwan Valley. The Indian Army has already built a memorial for

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Rae Bareli, Jan 11 (IANS): Ink was thrown on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Somnath Bharti here on Monday while he was going to inspect some government schools. Bharti was involved in a heated argument with police officials over his visit when an alleged right-wing activist threw ink on him. The AAP leader had reached Rae Bareli on Sunday night, and was stopped from moving out of the guest house by the police on Monday. After the incident, Bharti was detained in the guest house itself. The youth who threw ink on Bharti managed to escape. Later, he was taken away to Amethi by the Amethi police.

of Actual Control(LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh. “The CDS will review the overall security scenario in the eastern Ladakh region,” said a source. Gen Rawat is also expected to travel to Kashmir from Ladakh on Tuesday. The Army and the Indian Air Force(IAF) have been maintaining a high state of operational readiness along the nearly 3,500km LAC with China in view of the military standoff in eastern Ladakh. Nearly 50,000 troops

of the Indian Army are deployed in various locations in eastern Ladakh as multiple rounds of military and diplomatic talks between the two sides have not yielded any concrete outcome to resolve the faceoff. China has also deployed an equal number of troops, according to officials. The eighth and last round of military talks had taken place on November 6 during which India and China broadly discussed disengagement of troops from specific friction points. The CDS has been part of the top military brass framing strategies to enhance India’s military prowess in view of the Sino-India standoff. Last month, Chief of Army Staff Gen MM Naravane had visited eastern Ladakh to review the ground situation in the region that is also experiencing harsh winter.

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New Delhi, Jan 11 (PTI): Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat is on a visit to Ladakh to review the country’s overall military preparedness as thousands of Indian and Chinese troops remained deployed in a high state of combat readiness in various mountainous locations in the region amid the eight-month-long border standoff. Official sources said on Monday that Gen Rawat will be briefed by Lt Gen PGK Menon, the commander of the Leh-based 14 Corps, popularly known as Fire and Fury Corps, and other senior military officials on the dynamic security matrix in eastern Ladakh. The visit of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) to Ladakh comes days after he toured several key installations including “forward most air maintained” posts in Dibang Valley, Lohit sector and Subansiri valley near the Line

New Delhi, Jan 11 (PTI): Colonel B Santosh Babu and some of the other Indian Army personnel, who were killed while valiantly fighting Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh in June last year, are expected to be honoured with gallantry awards on Republic Day, sources said on Monday. Col Babu, the commanding officer of the 16 Bihar regiment, was among 20 Indian soldiers who laid down their lives in the fierce hand-to-hand combat on June 15 in the Galwan Valley, an incident that marked one of the most serious military conflicts between the two sides in decades. China is yet to disclose the number of its soldiers killed and injured in the clash though it officially admitted to having suffered casualties. According to an American intelligence report, the number of casualties on the Chinese side was 35. The Galwan Valley clash had escalated the border row in eastern Ladakh and resulted in a large de-

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Oust Trump or we’ll North Korea’s Kim gets new title impeach: Pelosi to VP New York, Jan 11 (IANS): US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi has served a notice to Vice President Mike Pence and the cabinet that they should oust President Donald Trump using their constitutional powers within 24 hours or she will begin impeachment proceedings in the fallout from storming of the Capitol by his supporters last week. She wrote to her Democratic Party Congressional colleagues on Sunday that the House of Representatives will take up a resolution demanding that Pence invoke the Constitution’s 25th Amendment that allows him and a majority of the cabinet to remove Trump by declaring him “unable to discharge the powers and duties of his office”. “In protecting our Constitution and our Democracy, we will act with urgency, because this President represents an imminent threat to both,” she said. Pelosi said the resolution would ask the Vice President and the cabinet to declare him “incapable of executing the duties of his office” and then have Pence “immediately exercise pow-

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ers as acting President”. The House is not in session Monday and, therefore, it can pass immediately only if no member objects, which is unlikely. A vote would then have to be taken on Tuesday or Wednesday, when the Democrat-majority House can get back in session, to get it passed. Pelosi gave Pence 24 hours to respond and warned that if didn’t she would begin impeachment proceedings. An impeachment, the second for Trump in over a year, seems very likely as Pence has not shown any indication that he would initiate steps to remove him. Two members of the cabinet, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos and Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, resigned from the cabinet last week.

SEOUL, Jan 11 (AP): North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was given a new title, “general secretary” of the ruling Workers’ Party, a post held by his late father and grandfather, state media reported Monday, a largely symbolic appointment apparently aimed at bolstering his authority amid growing economic challenges at home. The party’s ongoing congress, the first in kind in five years, announced Kim’s new title during its sixth-day session Sunday. A congress statement said Kim “has gloriously realized the historic mission to complete the country’s nuclear build-up plan,” according to the official Korean Central News Agency. The new title is largely seen as a symbolic move as Kim has already been the party’s top leader. During a 2016 party congress, he was named party chairman, largely the equivalent of general secretary held by his father, Kim Jong Il, and grandfather, Kim Il Sung. Before the 2016 congress, Kim Jong Un had led the party with the title of first secretary. Since taking power in

In this photo provided by the North Korean government, Kim Jong Un, attends the ruling party congress, Sunday. (AP/PTI)

late 2011, Kim has taken up a slew of top posts and established the similar absolute power enjoyed by his predecessors. The two late North Korean leaders have kept posthumous titles — Kim Jong Il remains “eternal general secretary” and Kim Il Sung is “eternal president.” On Sunday, state media said the congress had determined to change the party’s Executive Policy Council into the Secretariat. The decision would lead to party officials relinquishing current titles such as chairman and vice chairman and start using old titles such as secretary or vice secretary. The congress is being held as Kim faces what ap-

pears to be the toughest moment of his nine-year rule because of multiple blows to his country’s alreadyfragile economy caused by pandemic-related border closings that have drastically reduced external trade, a series of natural disasters and U.S.-led sanctions. During the congress, Kim Jong Un vowed to enlarge his nuclear arsenal and build more sophisticated weapons systems to cope with what he calls intensifying U.S. hostile policy. He also admitted a previous five-year economic development plan failed and disclosed a new development that focuses on building a stronger self-reliant economy.

7 Pope says women Indonesia expands search can’t be priests area for crashed plane Rome, Jan 11 (AP): Pope Francis has changed church law to explicitly allow women to do more things during Mass, while reaffirming they cannot be priests. Francis amended the law to formalise what is common practice in many parts of the world: that women can read the Gospel and serve on the altar as eucharistic ministers. Previously, such roles were officially reserved to men even though exceptions were made. Francis said he was making the change to increase recognition of the “precious contribution” women make in the church, while emphasising that all baptised Catholics have a role to play in the church’s mission. But he also noted that doing so further makes a distinction between “ordained” ministries such as the priesthood, and ministries open to qualified laity. The Vatican reserves the priesthood for men.The change comes as Francis remains under pressure to allow women to be deacons — ordained ministers who perform many of the same functions as priests.

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India-Australia 3rd Test ends in draw

Sydney, Jan 11 (IANS): Contrasting half-centuries from Rishabh Pant and Cheteshwar Pujara, followed by an exemplary display of grit and determination by Hanuma Vihari and Ravichandran Ashwin helped India draw the third Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Chasing a mammoth target of 407, India reached 334/5 after batting for 131 overs before both the teams decided to shake hands on the final day of the Test match. Vihari, who batted with a sore hamstring throughout the course of his innings, showed great resilience and remained unbeaten on 23 after facing 161 deliveries. He was supported brilliantly by Ashwin who also suffered a lot of blows on his body but didn’t throw away his wicket and remained not on 39 from 128 deliveries. Earlier, Pant and Pujara shared a 148-run partnership for the fifth wicket after the visitors lost skipper Ajinkya Rahane (4) very early in the day. The duo scored runs at a brisk pace and in fact, not only put India in a position to draw the Test, but also gave the visitors an unlikely hope of an improbable win.

Gabba in Brisbane. BRIEF SCORES: Australia 338 & 312/6 dec vs India 244 & 334/5 (Rishabh Pant 97, Cheteshwar Pujara 77, Hanuma Vihari 23*, Ravichandran Ashwin 39*; Josh Hazlewood 2/39)

Australia, India retain top two spots

Indian batsmen Ravichandran Ashwin and Hanuma Vihari, react as Australian players look on at the end of play, Monday. (AP/PTI)

But Pant -- after scoring 97 runs off just 118 balls with the help of 12 fours and three sixes -- got out against Nathan Lyon in the second session and provided Australia an opening. The game tilted further in Australia’s way when Pujara -- who scored his second half-century of the match during his 77-run knock -got out bowled, courtesy a peach of a delivery by Josh Hazlewood. However, it was then that Vihari and Ashwin came into their own and first helped India end the second session at 280/5 on the final day. The experienced pair

continued to show great character during the final session as well and survived some nervy moments during the course of their unbeaten 62-run partnership which saw the team end the match in a historic draw. Both the batters batted for more than three hours each during the course of their innings and declined Australia with an opportunity to go 2-1 up in the ongoing four-Test series. Openers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill also made notable contributions in the second innings by scoring 52 and 31 runs respectively and helped India gain some confidence as

TSC tournament kicks off

Special guest G.K Rengma and officials of the organising committee.

D I M A P U R , J AN 1 1 (NPN): The 1st edition of Tesophenyu Sporting Club open tournament 2021 organized by Tesophenyu Sporting Club under the theme “Together for Friendship” kicked off on January 11 am at Government High School Tesophenyu ground. The opening ceremony was graced by president Rengma Sports Association

and vice president Naga council Dimapur(NCD), G.K Rengma as special guest. The programme started with a prayer by pastor Tesophenyu Lorinyu Baptist Church, Jesse Mesung. Welcome address was delivered by convener organising committee, Er. Chengato Kath. Highlights of the opening ceremony included folk

dance by children Sunday School (TLBC), short speech by chairman Tesophenyu Village Council, N.R Magh and oath taking by games and sports secretary TSC, Er. Rechuyhung Seb. The special guest was also introduced to participating teams for football and volleyball, where he also declared the tournament open.

they began their chase of the gigantic target on Day Four. Australia had posted 338 in their first innings and then bowled out India for 244, thus attaining a 94-run lead. The hosts declared their second innings at 312/6, setting a 407-run target. Australia had won the first Test by eight wickets in Adelaide while India registered a stunning comeback in Melbourne, winning the Boxing Day Test by eight wickets. The series, currently tied at 1-1, will now be decided in the final Test beginning Friday at The

I-League starts with new record Ko l k at a , J a n 1 1 (IANS): The I-League witnessed its fastest goal ever in history in the TRAU vs Real Kashmir FC match in the ongoing season which kickstarted last Saturday. TRAU’s Tajikistan national team striker Komron Tursunov’s strike from outside the box on Sunday in the ninth second etched his name in the history books. His strike was four seconds quicker than the record held by Katsumi Yusa of 13 seconds against Churchill Brothers in the 2018-19 season. The goal currently stands as the fastest goal in Indian top-tier league football. And Komron did come close to the fastest ones ever scored. Comparatively, the fastest goals in the English Premier League is 7.69 seconds, while in LaLiga and Serie A it is 7.82 and 6 seconds respectively. Meanwhile, the Bundesliga shares its fastest goal scored with the I-League at 9 seconds, as per a media release shared by I-League.

Australia and India have retained the top two spots in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings after playing out a thrilling draw in the third Test of the ongoing four-match series at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). “An incredible battle in Sydney has helped both teams retain the top two spots in the ICC World Test Championship standings. A difference of 0.2 per cent between India and New Zealand,” tweeted ICC just after the third Test between Australia and India ended in a draw on Monday. New Zealand had gained the maximum of 120 points from the twoTest series against Pakistan, taking their points tally to 420 out of a possible 600 after having also beaten West Indies and India by the same margin in their two previous series.

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Mumbai beat ATK Mohun Bagan 1-0 New Delhi, Jan 11 (Agencies): Mumbai City FC asserted their dominance by edging out ATK Mohun Bagan 1-0 in a hotly-contested Indian Super League game at Fatorda Stadium, on Monday. The Islanders helped themselves five points clear at the top of the standings over the second-placed Mariners right at the halfway stage of the league. B a r t h o l o m ew O g beche scored a 69th-minute stunner which was enough for the Islanders to get past their rivals and extended their unbeaten run to nine games. His goal was the first time that ATKMB conceded from open play this season. Mumbai City were dominant in the first session in terms of possession play but despite some nervy moments in the game, ATKMB were lucky to walk into the breather having the scores level. The opening half was all about Mumbai’s attack vs ATKMB’s defence. But despite failing to register a single shot on target, the Mariners defended resolutely to keep the scoreline goalless. Sergio Lobera’s side forced an early scare on ATKMB’s defence with their usual pace and high

Action in the match between Mumbai City FC and ATK Mohun Bagan. (PTI)

pressing game, creating an opportunity during the 8th minute. Hernan Santana initiated the move and found Mandar Rao Dessai. The full-back kept his composure and squared the ball to Hugo Boumous, but the Frenchman’s shot was straight at keeper Arindam Bhattacharja. Mumbai City FC were inches away from taking the lead when Ogbeche diverted the ball from a goalmouth scramble. Luckily, Arindam was at the right place at the right moment to prevent the ball from entering the net with a goalline save, leaving Lobera in disbelief. ATKMB came back strongly in the second half and created a couple of chances. Edu Garcia had

a big part to play. First, he crashed his free-kick from outside the box on target but Mumbai custodian Amrinder Singh dived full stretch to keep it out of the goal. Garcia then saw his effort from open play hit the woodwork when he was set through by substitute Pranoy Halder, who replaced Martins at the break. Mumbai finally managed to get past Arindam in the 69th minute and it was Ogbeche who produced a brilliant finish to give his side a deserved lead after being assisted by Boumous. The Frenchman traded a one-two with Santana and played back-heel pass to Ogbeche, who made his run and curled his effort into the top-right corner.

Ronaldo equals Bican’s record for most number of goals

Lo n d o n, Ja n 1 1 (Agencies): Cristiano Ronaldo is on the brink of arguably his proudest achievement to date after levelling with Josef Bican as top goalscorer in football history. Ronaldo scored his 22nd goal for club and country this season as Juventus moved up to fourth after leaving it late to defeat plucky Sassuolo 3-1 on Sunday evening. As Ronaldo sealed the victory on Sunday, the Portuguese star netted his 759th goal for both club and country - a record now only matched by Bican, the AustrianCzech striker who played between 1931 and 1955. Aaron Ramsey and Danilo were also on the scoresheet for Juventus as they followed up their 3-1 victory at AC Milan in style. Andrea Pirlo’s side currently sit in fourth in Serie A, just a point behind Roma who have played a match more. The visitors, who have

been one of European football’s surprise packages this season, were reduced to 10 men in first-half stoppage time when former West Ham midfielder Pedro Obiang scythed down Federico Chiesa. Danilo then put Andrea Pirlo’s men ahead five minutes after the restart,

hammering a 30-yard thunderbolt into the bottom right-hand corner of Andrea Consigli’s goal, with the flying Italian nowhere near it. The hosts couldn’t press home their one-man advantage though and were pegged back eight minutes later, when Gregoire Defrel

pushed Hamed Traore’s pass between Juve centre backs Merih Demiral and Leonardo Bonucci with his left foot, before producing a sliding right-foot finish to beat the sprawling Wojciech Szczesny. Roberto De Zerbi’s men looked like upsetting the odds once again this term and rode their luck when Chiesa struck a post, but Aaron Ramsey came to his side’s rescue, turning in Gianluca Frabotta’s cross to move his team within a point of third-placed Roma having played a game fewer than Paulo Fonseca’s men. Ronaldo then put the icing on the cake in stoppage time, calmly controlling a long ball over the top by Danilo before charging into the penalty area and slotting past Consigli as he made even more history. The Portuguese star will be desperate to become football’s outright top goalscorer when Juventus host Genoa on Wednesday night in the Coppa Italia.

Sindhu, Saina may face each other in Thailand Open QFs EYL, Mavericks ‘B’ in WCC quarterfinals New Delhi, Jan 11 (PTI): Nearly ten months after Covid-19 disrupted the international badminton calendar, star Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal will return to competitive action in Yonex Thailand Open Super 1000 tournament starting on Tuesday, an event shorn of some sheen due to Japan and China’s pullout from the Asia leg. While Olympic silvermedallist Sindhu has been training in London for the last two months and would be keen to quickly find her rhythm, Saina was down with Covid-19 and has recently recovered from it. She will look to test her fitness as badminton returns in a bio-secure bubble on Tuesday. Sindhu and Saina didn’t participate in Denmark Open Super 750 and SaarLorLux Super 100 – the only two events which could be conducted after BWF was forced to suspend the calender at the end of the All England Championships in March. The Asia leg also comprises Toyota Thailand Open (January 19-24) and HSBC BWF World Tour Finals 2020 (27-31 Janu-

PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal

ary), which will conclude the coronavirus-hit 2020 season. One factor that will boost the chances of Indian shuttlers is the absence of the formidable Japanese and Chinese shuttlers who pulled out of the Asia legs. While China had withdrawn after a surge of Covid-19 cases in Thailand, Japan pulled out at the last minute after World No 1 Kento Momota tested positive for Covid-19. While it didn’t affect world champion, Sindhu, as the sixth-seeded will open against Denmark’s Mia Blichfeldt, Saina, who

was scheduled to face Japanese Nozomi Okuhara, will now take on unheralded Malaysian Kisona Selvaduray in the first round. The 25-year-old Sindhu has a 3-0 record against Blichfeldt though it was a three-game affair the last time the two faced each other at Indonesia Open in 2019. A win is likely to pit Sindhu against another Danish player Line Hojmark Kjaersfeldt, whom she has also beaten thrice. It could be an all-Indian affair if Saina too can weave successive wins. Saina, who has slipped to world no 20, is expected

to meet Thailand’s world no 12 Busanan Ongbamrungphan, who has beaten the Indian in their last three meetings. In men’s singles, a total of seven Indians, including former world No. 1 Kidambi Srikanth, Olympic-bound B Sai Praneeth and HS Prannoy, will be participating in the event. World No 14 Srikanth, who reached the quarterfinals at Denmark Open in October, will cross swords with fellow Indian Sourabh Verma in the opening round, while Praneeth, ranked 13th, will fight it out against local player Kantaphon Wangcharoen.

HS Prannoy will take on eighth seed Lee Zii Jia of Malaysia, and former Commonwealth Games champion Parupalli Kashyap, who was supposed to meet Japan’s Kenta Nishimoto, will face Canada’s Jason Anthony Ho-Shue now. Sameer Verma faces Indonesia’s Shesar Hiren Rhustavito. T h e I n d i a n m e n’s pairing of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, who have also qualified for the Tokyo Games, will face the Korean combination of Kim Gi Jung and Lee Yong Dae in the first event, the women’s pair of Ashwini Ponnappa and N Sikki Reddy will take on fourth-seeded Koreans Kim So Yeong and Kong Hee Yong. Satwik and Ashwini will join hands to face Indonesian sixth seeds Hafiz Faizal and Gloria Emanuelle Widjaja. In men’s doubles, Manu Attri and B Sumeeth Reddy will square off against the local pair of Weeraphat Phakjarung and Wongsathorn Thongkham, while MR Arjun and Dhruv Kapila will fight it out with the Malaysian combo of Ong Yew Sin and Teo Ee Yi.

D I M A P U R , J AN 1 1 (NPN): Etsujhuka Youth League (EYL) and Mavericks ‘B’ have reached the quarterfinals of the 25th edition of Winter Cricket Challenge at local ground, Wokha on Monday. In the first match, EYL beat Street Boys by 51 runs. Batting first after winning the toss, EYL set a target of 154 runs for Street Boys. In the run chase, Street Boys were bowled out for 102 runs. Nchumbemo Humtsoe of EYL, who scored 53 runs in 46 balls was named the man of the match. In the second match of the day, Mavericks ‘B’ beat Wokha Town Baptist Church Theological Fellow-

Mhondamo Odyuo (L) receiving the man of the match award from SNK general secretary, T. Penthungo Lotha.

ship (WTBC TF) by nine wickets. Batting first, WTBC TF could muster only 84 runs. Mavericks ‘B’ chased down the target in 9.1 overs. Man of the match

award in the second match was claimed by Mhondamo Odyuo who scored 54 runs in 43 balls. TUESDAY’S MATCHES 1st Match - Mavericks CC Vs Lancer CC 2nd Match - Juggernauts vs Waxen CC

Players of Gorkha Students’ Union Dimapur (GSUD) and Gorkha Youth Club Dimapur (GYCD) organised a friendly football match. GSUD won the match 5-1.

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