January 21, 2020

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Vol XXX No. 44

DIMAPUR, TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2020 Pages 12 ` 5.00

Pak urges US to get it out of FATF grey list

Nagaland win; Manipur thrash Tripura 11-0

PM tells students exams not everything

INTERNATIONAL, PAGE 9

SPORTS, PAGE 12

NATIONAL, PAGE 5

Ravi extols achievements of legendary footballer Dr.T. Ao

Correspondent

KOHIMA, JAN 20 (NPN): North East Dr. T. Ao Trophy 2020, coinciding with the 100th birth centenary of legendary Indian footballer Dr Talimeren Ao, under the theme “Together We Can Soar”, kicked off at the Indira Gandhi Stadium after the tournament was declared open by Nagaland Governor R.N. Ravi.

Players from eight North Eastern states -- Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura-- will vie for the championship title.

In his address at the inaugural ceremony, Governor, RN Ravi described Dr. T Ao as a legendary figure, who began his life from a very humble and remote village with a passion for football and other sports.

The Governor said that wherever he went, Dr. T Ao played football and won the hearts of the people. He said Dr. T. Ao excelled not only in football

PF (T-M) threatens to boycott R-Day DIMAPUR, JAN 20 (NPN): Public For um (Tobu-Mopong) at a joint meeting held at Tobu on Monday reaffirmed their stand to boycott the Republic Day celebration on January 26, 2020 under Tobu sub-division over the delay of the state government in retaining Mopong EAC circle under ADC Tobu administration even after collecting all the views and comments from the stakeholders and verification report from the administrative officers.

In a press release, forum convenor W Longang Konyak and co-convenor Sangti Konyak stated that the joint meeting attended by more than 200 leaders from Mopong and Tobu areas demanded the state government to immediately retain Mopong EAC circle under Tobu ADC HQ with all the status quo under the same including RD block, Police station etc. on or before January 25, 2020.

Failure to meet their demand, the forum cautioned that the public would be compelled to boycott the Republic Day celebration on January 26, 2020 under Tobu ADC, Mopong EAC and SDO (C) Monyakashu.

This is it!

Looks like they mean business. They’ll ask for ILP besides road tax, load tax, fitness certificate etc.”

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Governor Ravi being introduced to the players at the opening of NE Dr. T Ao Trophy at IG Stadium Kohima Monday.

but also in academics. R.N. Ravi went on to describe the North East as a region with varying cultures and identities whose people lived as one family- in peaceful co-existence and happy symbiotic relation, until the post colonial politics of fragmentation began.

He said there were no record of major clash among the people except for a few tensions over resources.

Ravi lamented that this political fragmentation created a divide among the people where the concept of “us” and “them” gained prominence.

Complimenting those who had conceived the idea of the soccer tourney in the name of Dr T Ao for the entire North Eastern region and bringing its sportsmen together, the governor said: “The players don’t discriminate and they treat each other just

as a fellow sportsman. It’s a competition where the winner is not a victor and the one suffering defeat is not a loser either. The win is accepted with humility and the loss with grace.”

He said the soccer tournament had brought together people of the region, which had produced galaxy of sportspersons.

“We need to ponder and perhaps make a beginning of having more trophies in their honour so that the people of the region may come together more often in the spirit of unity,” he said.

Advisor Youth Resources and Sports, Er. Zale Neikha in his welcome address, said the tournament has bought the region together under the theme “Together We Can Soar”.

Neikha expressed the hope that the tournament would enable the north east region to stay connected and together achieve greater glories for the state and nation in the discipline of (Cont’d on p-7) sports.

Nirbhaya case: SC throws out convict’s plea

IMF cuts India’s growth rate to 4.8%, calls it ‘negative surprise’

NEW DELHI, JAN 20 (PTI): The Supreme Court Monday rejected the plea of a death row convict in the Nirbhaya gang rape and murder case challenging the Delhi High Court order which had dismissed his claim of being a juvenile at the time of commission of offence.

A bench comprising Justices R Banumathi, Ashok Bushan and A S Bopanna dismissed death row convict Pawan Kumar Gupta’s plea and upheld the Delhi High Court verdict.

The apex court said there was no ground to interfere with the high court order that rejected Pawan’s plea and his claim was rightly rejected by trial court as also the high court.

Pawan had moved the apex court on Friday. He has also sought a direction restraining the authorities from executing the death penalty scheduled for February 1. A Delhi court on Friday issued fresh death warrants for February 1 against four convicts (Vinay Sharma, Akshay Kumar Singh, Mukesh Kumar Singh and Pawan in the case.

UNITED NATIONS, JAN 20 (IANS): Calling it one of the “negative surprises”, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Monday sharply cut India’s growth estimate for the current fiscal to 4.8 per cent, darkening the economic picture from the rosy 7.5 per cent made this time last year.

The latest cut follows a downward trend which reduced India’s growth to 6.1 per cent in October.

IMF’s World Economic Outlook (WEO) blamed India’s economic slowdown for a “lion’s share” of the 0.1 per cent cut in the global economic growth projections for last year to 2.9 per cent and to 3.3 per cent for the current year from those made in October.

It also cut the global economic projections for 2021 by 0.2 per cent to 3.4 per cent. “A more subdued growth forecast for India accounts for the lion’s share of the downward revisions,” the IMF said.

In the next fiscal year, India’s growth rate is expected to increase by 1 per cent to 5.8 per cent.

However, IMF proj-

IMF GROWTH FORECASTS: India

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ects India to be the second fastest-growing major economy this year and the next, behind China’s 6.1 this year and 6.4 next year.

India is expected to get the top spot in 2021, with a growth rate of 6.5 per cent to China’s 5.8 per cent, according to the IMF. The IMF said the reason for the downgrade of India’s growth rates is that “domestic demand has slowed more sharply than expected amid stress in the non-bank financial sector and a decline in credit growth.”

The IMF gave India the lowest growth projection of the three made by international organisation this month -- all of which downgraded it from previ-

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ous estimates.

The World Bank estimated India’s growth rate to be 5 per cent for the current fiscal, while the UN put it at 5.7 per cent.

The IMF said that globally, “trade policy uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and idiosyncratic stress in key emerging market economies continued to weigh on global economic activity, especially manufacturing and trade, in the second half of 2019.”

It added, “Intensifying social unrest in several countries posed new challenges, as did weather-related disasters.” Despite these, IMF said, “Some indications emerged toward year-end that global growth maybe bottoming out.”

Journalism passing through ‘critical phase’: Prez Peren bodies reiterate demand Says fake news has emerged as new menace NEW DELHI, JAN 20 (PTI): Stating that journalism has been passing through a “critical phase”, President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday said fake news has emerged as a new menace whose purveyors proclaim themselves as journalists and taint the noble profession.

He said stories exposing great social and economic inequalities are ignored, and their place is taken by trivia.

“Instead of helping promote scientific temper, some run after irrational practices in their search for eyeballs and ratings,” Kovind said.

He said the fundamental principle of restraint and responsibility has been undermined substantially in the loud noise of the “breaking news syndrome”.

“In the din of the ‘breaking news’ syndrome that has consumed the media now, this fundamental principle of restraint and responsi-

Ram Nath Kovind

bility has been undermined substantially,” the president said.

Kovind said old-timers would recall the magical touchstone of the five Ws and H (what, when, why, where, who and how) whose answers were essential for a story to qualify as a news report.

Fake news has emerged as a new menace whose purveyors proclaim themselves as journalists and taint this noble profession, he said at the Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism awards ceremony here.

Kovind said Ramnath Goenkaji would never have allowed the situation to go adrift and initiated measures for course correction for the whole media fraternity.

“There is no doubt that journalism has been passing through a critical phase,” the president said.

He said that journalists tend to wear many hats in the line of their duty.

“These days, they often assume the role of an investigator, a prosecutor and a judge – all rolled into one,” he said. Kovind said it requires a great deal of inner strength and incredible passion for journalists to play so many roles at a time to arrive at truth.

“Their versatility is praiseworthy. But that prompts me to ask if such a sweeping exercise of power is accompanied by genuine accountability?” he asked while Addressing the gathering comprising large number of journalists, the president said the quest for truth is, of course, difficult and easier said than done.

“But it must be pursued,” he said. Kovind said a democracy, like ours, deeply relies on the uncovering of facts and a willingness to debate them.

“Democracy is meaningful only when the citizen is well informed,” he added.

Petrol, diesel for sacking 2 IRB personnel prices cut further

DIMAPUR, JAN 20 (NPN): Expressing gratitude to the police department and the state government for promptly suspending the erring IRB personnel involved in the January 16 Peren town firing incident, the Peren-based organisations have, however, reiterated their demand that the duo be terminated from their services.

In a joint statement, Ward Chairman Union Peren Town (N) chairman Tingbapeung Ndang; Peren Town Youth Organisation (N) president Nduzeu; ZMO (N) president Apeuna Iheilung; Peren Town Women Welfare Organisation (N) president Pelingrangle; Peren Town Gaonbura Union (N) and head GB Paurang Rangka, said that it was not about Peren town or Peren district, but every right thinking citizen of Nagaland should condemn

“such dangerous behaviors and actions” committed by the two IRB personnel who were supposed to safeguard and protect the lives of the public.

Stating that the two erring IRB personnel were “a danger to civilized society and to the public”, the organisations said exemplary action should be taken by terminating their services.

The organisations maintained that the 72-hour deadline served on the government has expired, but the department and the government have failed to meet their. The organisations have, therefore, demanded the police department and the state government to deliver justice at earliest before situations get out of hand “which may force us to go for further protest and agitations till demand is met.”

DIMAPUR, JAN 20 (NPN): Stateowned oil marketing companies decreased the prices of petrol and diesel were for the fifth consecutive day across all major cities on Monday. The price of petrol was cut by 10-12 paise while diesel was slashed by 19-20 paise bringing relief to the consumers.

In the national capital Delhi, after today’s price revision, the price of petrol was Rs 74.98 per litre and diesel Rs 68.26 per litre.

In Dimapur, petrol price dropped to Rs.72.83 per litre while diesel was retailing at Rs.65.94 per litre.

In the state capital, a litre of petrol and diesel stood at Rs.73.64 and Rs.66.58 respectively.

The retail prices of fuel are dependent on the international crude prices and the rupee-US dollar exchange rate as India imports almost 80 per cent of its crude requirements.

Domestic petrol and diesel prices are reviewed by oil marketing companies on a daily basis. Price revisions are implemented at the fuel stations with effect from 6 a.m.

DCCF, DVFFAC resent inaction on fund misappropriation Nadda elected unopposed as BJP chief DIMAPUR, JAN 20 (NPN): Diphupar Community’s Chairmen Forum (DCCF) and Diphupar Village Fact Finding and Action Committee (DVFFAC) have expressed resentment against the lackadaisical attitude of Dimapur district administration towards the alleged fund misappropriation by Diphupar Village Council (DVC) and former Village Development Board (VDB) secretary, Diphupar Community.

Addressing a press conference at Seb Tower Hotel here on Monday, DCCF and DVFFAC members regretted that even after repeated pleas and representations the administration had failed to take any action against the accused.

They alleged that DVC and ex-VDB secretary had siphoned off over Rs 4 crore of village development funds, including MNREGA,

since 2017, but the district administration had failed to act even after repeated pleas and representations.

DCCF and DVFFAC members also alleged that Village Council members (VCMs), GBs and VDB management committee had misappropriated Rs 1,10,50,000 meant for village development in 2017.

The misappropriation included distribution of Rs 2 lakh each among 33 members of then DVC, GBs and VDB, they alleged.

After DCCF had filed a complaint, Chümoukedima EAC, in an interim order on April 30, 2018, declared the disbursement of Rs 2 lakh each amongst the VCMs, GBs and VDB members as “defective as it amounts to misuse of power for personal gain.”

The EAC in the order, copies of which were shared with the media, also directed

all VCMs, GBs and VDB management committee members to “individually refund and deposit Rs 2 lakh to his office within 30 days, which would then be deposited into the account of Diphupar VDB account.

However, instead of refunding the amount individually, DCCF and FFAC alleged that DVC had deposited Rs 66 lakh by siphoning the amount from the VDB fund, thereby doubling the figure of misappropriation.

To resolve the issue amicably within the village, DCCF said a general body meeting (GBM) was convened by DVC-appointed auditors on April 15, 2019 to audit income and expenditure accounts of DVC. But, when the auditors tabled their findings in the subsequent GBM of DVC on July 2, 2019, the council did not allow the auditors’ report to be completed alleging that

it was biased, the forum added.

Thereafter in the GBM, FFAC members were selected and it was decided that the “findings and recommendations of the FFAC would be final and binding.”

The committee then submitted its final findings to DVC on August 24, 2019.

According to DCCF and FFAC, the total misappropriation of village funds was more than Rs 4 crore.

DCCF, FFAC and auditors lodged a complaint to Chümoukedima EAC on November 2, 2019 and urged him to take appropriate action against “DVC and ex-VDB secretary and colleagues” as, despite the findings and recommendations of FFAC, DVC and ex-VDB secretary remained adamant and that there was no likelihood of the issue being resolved within DVC and (Cont’d on p-7) GBM.

NEW DELHI, JAN 20 (PTI): Jagat Prakash Nadda on Monday was elected unopposed as the BJP’s national president, taking over the reins from Amit Shah whose tenure of five-and-a-half years saw the party turning into a formidable electionwinning machinery despite occasional setbacks.

The 59-year-old leader from Himachal Pradesh, seen as an affable and lowkey politician, enjoys the trust of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the RSS -- the BJP’s ideological mentor.

Taking over at a time when the party, despite its unprecedented win in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, suffered setbacks, including below par performances in Haryana and Maharashtra besides losing Jharkhand, Nadda will have to work on the electoral strategy without causing too many

JP Nadda (2nd L) being handed over victory certificate, Monday. (PTI)

disruptions to improve the BJP’s performance.

The Delhi assembly election is the first challenge for Nadda, who has been extensively touring the capital, where his party is locked in a tough fight with the Aam Aadmy Party. Bihar will also go for assembly elections by the year end. However, his big test would be the next year’s assembly polls in West Bengal.

Nadda’s election as the 11th president of the BJP

was announced by Radha Mohan Singh, incharge of the organisational election process. Nadda will have a three-year tenure.

Modi later arrived at the party headquarters to felicitate the newly-elected president at a ceremony that was attended by members of the BJP parliamentary board, its highest decisionmaking body, and veterans like L K Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi.

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ZBCC golden jubilee-cumtriennial conference

Section of women during the golden jubilee at PTBC. DIMAPUR: Golden jubilee-cum-triennial conference of Zeme Baptist Church Council (ZBCC) women department was held from January 18 to 19 at Peren Town Baptist Church (PTBC) hosted

by PTBC women department.

A press release from ZBCC stated that, main speakers were Dr. Mongzeung Mpom, pastor, Jalukie Town Local Baptist Church, Apele Thou, ad-

ministrator, Baptist Higher Secondary School, Peren and Heuyisile Mbung, women secretary, ZBCC, Peren.

Rev. Kuzierang Thou, state chaplain, NBCC unveiled the golden jubilee monolith, while Rev. Suitei Ndang, president, ZBCC, Peren, Nagaland released the jubilee souvenir and Izieteilung Terieng, executive secretary, ZBCC, Peren, Nagaland dedicated the Jubilee Memorial

Hall.

The main activities of the jubilee included 150 jubilee choir members of PTBC women and other choirs from different churches participating in the programme.

Other highlights were musical night with various artistes and bands and jubilee extravaganza. More than two thousand delegates from 67 churches attended the jubilee celebrations.

state

news in Brief NST office Kohima shifted: Divisional manager of Nagaland State Transport (NST) office Kohima has informed that NST office and passenger reservation system (PRS counter) NF Railway has been shifted to erstwhile Economics and Statistics Directorate building block-1, first and second floor just behind DC office Kohima from January 18.

Women capacity development workshop: Temjen Toy, chief secretary of Nagaland will launch the Nagaland edition of WING – Women Capacity Development Workshop, on January 22, 9 a.m at SIRD hall, Thizama Road, near Solidarity Park, New Secretariat Kohima. The two-day workshop for women entrepreneurs is scheduled at the same venue on January 22 and 23 from 9 a.m to 5:30 p.m.

SASU 70th annual literary-cum-cultural day: Southern Angami Students’ Union (SASU) will hold its 70th annual literary-cum-cultural day under the theme, “Indiginization” on January 25, 10 a.m at Sakhabama village. Organizing committee has informed all delegates to reach the venue by 9 a.m and submit one standard size flag at the time of arrival and to come in traditional attire. All entries for story writing and essay competition are to be submitted an hour ahead of the inaugural session and should not exceed 300 words. Photography competition is open to all and entries (one photo each) to be submitted in hard copy (A4). All units have been asked to attend the session with the specified number of delegates allocated, failing which a sum of Rs. 5000 will be penalized.

NGEPA: Nagaland Government Employees Pensioners Association (NGEPA), West Bengal, Kolkata, (NGEPA), in its 22nd annual general body meeting held on November 15, elected new office bearers with Dr. NK Das as president and secretary NC Biswas, for the term 2019-21.

Clarification: Apropos the new item “Free medical camp conducted at CMC Vankhosung” published on January 20, the name Elithung Ezung drugs controller should be read as Ethungbemo Ezung drug controller and not as published.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2020

Unity college observes road safety week

DIMAPUR: Unity College Dimapur observed 31st national road safety week 2020 on the theme “Bringing change through youth power” from January 11 to 17, to spread awareness among the students and the general public regarding road safety, traffic rules and etiquettes. A press release from Unity College Dimapur stated that, during the week various activities were conducted. 15 NCC cadets organized a street play in the college campus based on the theme “Slow and steady wins the race.” NSS, Unity College conducted a road safety programme in which Zubenthung Ngullie SDO (C) Sardar district administration, Dimapur led the students in the pledge for road safety. Toshi Aier, ABSI Dimapur Traffic delivered a talk on road safety and appealed to all the students/ volunteers to spread awareness among the people on safe driving. Good Samaritan

Award, 2020, Unity College was awarded to the Dimapur Traffic Police in appreciation of the selfless service rendered to the people and the community as a whole and to Nika K Yepthomi, an NSS member of Unity College.

In another event Rahgiri-walkathon rally was also initiated by NSS from the college campus till the Industrial Estate, Lingrijan. A total of 60 NSS volunteers and 2 programme officers (POs) participated in the event. Volunteers covered the stretch with banners and placards spreading the message to the people around. Many People responded positively by signing the pledge on road safety. Eco Club, Unity College conducted “Tree of Remembrance”, wherein students selected a prominent tree in the college campus and decorated it with hand road traffic signs, seat belts, helmets, and other relevant materials related to road safety and traffic.

IQAC, social activities committee, Unity College conducted the “Munna Bhai Campaign”, A total of 33 students along with 3 faculty members, under the supervision of Toshi Aier, ABSI, Traffic Dimapur and his team, led the campaign from the college campus till City Tower Junction, Dimapur.

Young Indians (Yuva), Unity College organized a “Helmet awareness rally”, flagged off from the college campus to various points of the city.

Around 75 students including the teachers went out for the rally carrying placards with awareness messages about safe driving and prevention of head injuries.

Safe India Ideathon was also conducted on road safety in which students presented their views on different problems related to road safety.

A first responder training workshop was also conducted where the students were given the basics on what to do in case of road accidents.

Wangching, Tamlu village pledge to uphold peace DIMAPUR: A prayer and fasting programme of Wangching and Tamlu villages was held at Wangching village from January 10 to 12, to uphold peaceful coexistence between the two villages. A press release from Angh, Wangching village, A Keamang, stated that executive secretary, Konyak Baptist Bumeinok Bangjum, Rev. Chemyuh, Pastor, Konyak Baptist Church Dimapur, Rev. M Tonglong, Rev. S Takyong and pastor, Mission Centre Mon, Rev. T Honlong, were the main speakers during the programme. Angh of Wangching, A Keamang and Angh of Tamlu, Lungwang, and other leaders spoke and exhorted the gathering, urging the villagers of both villages for harmonious and peaceful co existence.

Further, both villages pledged to uphold the unique relationship between the two as was propagated and practiced by forefathers in the true spirit of forgiveness.

Pulse polio immunisation observed in Nagaland Deep tube well inaugurated at Leshemi village

DIMAPUR: A deep tube well was inaugurated at Leshemi village, donated by Vivilie Kezo, former NDPP candidate at Leshemi village on January 18. A press release from Leshemi Village Council (LVC) stated that, the tube well was donated

by Vivilie Kezo. Addressing the gathering during the inMobile team administering polio drops in between Benreu Leo Club Dimapur member giving polio drop to a child during auguration ceremony, Kezo asserted that access to water and Poilwa villages under Peren district. programme held on January 19. supply should also lead to preserving water so as to prevent scarcity of drinking water. Emphasizing on the problems of unemployed

Vivolie Kezo with the village elders from Leshemi and Kikruma villages. (Leshemi Village Council.

youths, Kezo encouraged the youth to take up certain projects in terms of business opportunity. Asserting the trust on one another Kezo appreciated the lo-

cal shopkeeper-less bazaar practised by the villagers and added that as it showed the dignity and unity within the society. As part of his donation Kezo urged the vil-

lage elders to come forward with a broader vision and sow the seed of tradition to the younger generation to target higher achievement in their life.

Detoxification camps launch programme in Mon

Limawapang Jamir, DC Mokokchung administering the A child being administered pulse polio drop by personnel polio drops to a child in Mokokchung. (DIPR) of Tuensang Battalion on January 19.

DIMAPUR: Deputy commissioner, Mokokchung, Limawapang Jamir launched the intensified pulse polio immunization (IPPI) on January 19.

According to DIPR report, during a short programme held at Imlong Place, Mokokchung, Dr. Ayangla Saku, DPO (RCH&UIP) thanked and welcomed the health workers and participants while CMO Mokokchung, Dr. Chubala stressed on the risk of importing polio viruses from neighboring countries. She also said that to achieve 100 percent coverage, all section of the society must extent continuous support. On January 19, out of 7731 targeted children 6479 children received polio drops from 205 IPPI booths.

Peren: In Peren, booth day was successfully carried out in the whole district with the help of the district and block administration launching the programme at the block level. Coverage on January 19 for Peren district was 5082. A press release from CMO office district media officer, Pezanguno Celine Secii stated that, altogether, there were a total of 172 booths. Teams were divided involving health workers, anganwadi worker, ASHAs of every village including the 36Assam Rifles of all the 4 blocks Peren district were send out to every part of the district ensuring that no child is missed out.

The house to house visits will continue till January 21. The target for Peren district is 6552. The work force team from the chief medical office staff is led by Dr. Nukshisangla Jamir, district

programme officer UIP/RCH. The 36 Assam rifles in Peren district also organised health camp along with Tening PHC at Old Nkio village under Tening block coinciding with the IPPI day.

Leo Club Dimapur: Lions Club and Leo Club of Dimapur administered polio drops to children during the first phase of intensive pulse polio immunization at Plaza Point under the chairmanship of Leo Shreyansh on January 19. (PRO Leo Club Dimapur) Zunheboto Battalion: Zunheboto Battalion organised Pulse Polio Vaccination Campaign (PPVC) at battalion headquarter on January 19, where 30 children from surrounding villages of Zunheboto town were given polio drops in sync with the nationwide PPVC. Shamator Battalion: Shamator Battalion undertook PPVC programme at Noklak and Shamator villages in collaboration with primary health centre, Tuensang. Stalls were established at designated locations to facilitate easy access to parents and children. A selfie corner “I am Immune” was also placed to spread awareness about importance of life saving pulse polio drops. 437 children below five years of age were administered Polio drops.

Mokokchung Battalion: Mokokchung Battalion conducted PPVC at Tuli, Changki and Dessoi villages of Mokokchung district as well as in Longleng district. Apart from

administering life saving drops, unit medical staffs imparted importance of Polio Vaccine to residents. A total of 235 children were immunized.

Phek Battalion: Phek Battalion conducted PPVD at Phek on order to mitigate risk of polio virus. Camp was set up at Battalion Unit Hospital, where a total of 116 children were immunized in immunisation programme.

Kiphire Battalion: Kiphire Battalion organised PPVC at Longthonger and Penkim villages, in collaboration with district immunisation office. After the pulse polio immunisation programme, villagers received free consultation and medicines for various illness.

A total of 114 children received OPV drops to prevent debilitating disease and sustain polio eradication under the national programme.

Ghaspani Battalion: Ghaspani Battalion conducted PPVC at Jalukie, Peren, Pedi and Athibung villages in collaboration with district hospital and primary health centres, Nagaland. Vaccination booths were placed at various locations to assist residents and medical staffs in organizing vaccination drive effectively. A door to door campaign was also carried out to ensure no child was left without vaccination. A total of 468 children were immunized.

Tuensang Battalion: Tuensang Battalion in collaboration with district immunisation office conducted PPVS, where a total of 326 children from Chenloiso, Wangti, Changlangshu and Tobu were given drops to prevent debilitating disease.

Diphupar Village Council cautions; calls for meeting

DIMAPUR: Diphupar Village Council (DVC) as the apex body of Diphupar village has cautioned that any programme or meeting without the concern of the DVC in Diphupar village matter will be treated as null and void.

A press release from DVC chairman Ghuzui K Y M C

Shohe stated that, individual/group or unrecognised body/organisation with vested interest found organising any programme or meeting without the concern of the DVC in Diphupar village matter will be treated as null and void.

Any consequences which arises shall be at their own

responsibility, stated the release.

DVC also informed all community of Diphupar village that there will be a meeting with DVC on January 22, 9 a.m at DVC hall.

Communities such as Ao, Angami, Lotha, Chakhesang and Sumi are requested to attend the meeting

with five representatives each along with respective community chairman and secretary, ENPDA and Rongmei community with three representatives along with chairman and secretary, Rengma and Tangkhul community with three representatives along with vice chairman and secretary.

DIMAPUR: Mon district detoxification camps launch programme, organised by Konyak Union, committee on drug addiction mitigation and prevention (CoDAMP) was held on January 18 at Tompang Ward, Mon town, chaired by Nockpai, president, KVCU & member CoDAMP. According to DIPR report, Dr. Chenjei, convener, CoDAMP said that on September 4, 2019 all civil society organisations under the aegis of Konyak Union decided to address the issue of rampant drug addiction in Mon district. They constituted a consultative committee by the name on drug addiction mitigation and prevention (CoDAMP). Under the programme formulated by CoDAMP, conducting detoxification camps for addicts in all effected villages and towns will be the first phase of the demand reduction plan. This phase of

the programme is a community driven and community funded programme.

Further stating that phase 1 is targeted to be completed by June 2020, over which it has set an estimated target of covering 5000 addicts. Subsequent camps will be conducted in the remaining wards simultaneously.

He also stated that a two-day training programme for detox camp coordinators was also organised by CoDAMP, where 28 volunteers have been trained to be the camp coordinators of detoxification camps across Mon district. Congratulating Tompang Ward, which out of 11 wards in Mon district is the first to come up with a detoxification camp, he also thanked all the civil societies led by Konyak Union that have contributed towards the success of the programme. Deputy commissioner (DC), Mon Thavaseelan K, in his speech

said that this initiative is all-out war against drug addiction which should have started many years ago, given the seriousness of drug addiction. Stating that the drug addiction problem is a supply and demand problem, both the demand and supply side should be attacked simultaneously. He called upon the participants to take control of their lives and lead a purposeful life.

President, Konyak Union is his speech highlighted on the menace of drug addiction and its consequences and called upon everyone to offer their cooperation and to unitedly fight against drug addiction. Superintendent of Police, Mon, Imnalensa, called upon the participants of the camp to examine their lives before and after getting involved in drugs and challenged them to turn their life around.

KPC observes its 19th foundation day

Correspondent

KOHIMA, JAN 20 (NPN): Kohima Press Club (KPC) observed its 19th foundation day at NSF conference hall Kohima on Monday.

On the occasion in the absence of the president KPC Alice Yhoshü, her speech was read out by the vice president KPC Ng. Solomon Sha. President recalled that the KPC came into being 19 years ago, initiated by a few likeminded journalists who had deep and genuine concern for the welfare of the press fraternity in the state capital, making it the oldest Press Club in Nagaland.

She reminded the gathering that battling challenges, the KPC, which humbly began with a handful of members, has today evolved into a strong body with 62 registered members from both print and electronic media. She said “It is only apt that on this occasion, our pioneers and former leaders of the Club are re-

KPC members during its 19th foundation day on Monday. (NP) membered with gratitude and respect for their efforts and farsightedness in steering the fraternity to where it stands today”.

Yhoshü reminded the press fraternity that being based in the state capital, the KPC and its members have the opportunity and privilege to interact with those in the higher stratums of power and raised issues in the interest of journalists in the state which resulted in the government framing and

improving policies for journalists. However, she said a lot more remains to be done and also mentioned that the press still face problems from those who are intolerant to expression of views that are different from their own. President challenged the press fraternity to continue to uphold journalistic ethics and to reflect on the club’s motto: “To Serve” as KPC celebrates one more milestone. KPC advisor and former KPC president

Kopelo Krome, former KPC president H. Chishi and senior KPC member Oken Jeet Sandham exhorted and narrated on how KPC was formed in the initial stage.

They challenged the young members to be dutiful in their profession.

Prog ramme was chaired by Narain B Sagar, invocation prayer by Rana Chetri and annual report presented by KPC general secretary Atono Tsükrü Kense.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2020

Esther Jang along with parents and teachers at the psycho-education training programme on Monday. (NP)

Staff Reporter DIMAPUR, JAN 20 (NPN): With the purpose of bringing awareness to parents and teachers about understanding psychology of children and adolescents, Joyous Life Professional Counselling Center (JLPCC) organized twoday psycho-education for teachers and parents training programme which commenced Monday, at Tourist Lodge Dimapur.

Training programme was conducted by adjunct professor in Yonsei University, South Korea Professional Counselor, Esther Jang as lecturer.

The short term training course commenced with two sessions on the topic “Attachment theory and parenting training” and “Developmental theory and understanding psychology of children and adolescents”. Esther Jang focused on British psychologist John Bowlby, who was the first attachment theorist, describing attachment as a “lasting psychologist connectedness between human beings”.

She stressed on understanding attachments, stages of attachments, factors that influence attachments, patterns of attachments, attachment theory, Dr. Sears

7 B’s of attachments etc.

In the second session, Esther Jang highlighted on parent effectiveness training (PET), its 15 principles, parental role, psychodynamic theory, behaviourism theory, social and cognitive theory etc.

JLPCC director Vivi Zhimomi in her introductory speech shared her experience as a counselor dealing with clients of various age groups. She said this made her realise that right parenting and safe environment at home and in school play a key role in the mental development and overall growth of every child and adult. She asserted that the

Peren district physical verification During the interaction session, Zeliangrong Baudi president, C.R Zeliang and Zeme Council president, Dr. Tumda made an appeal to the cabinet sub-committee to resolve the long pending boundary issue of Peren-Dimapur based on historical facts and realities for peaceful coexistence between the two districts.

In response to the appeal made by the civil societies, convener, S. Pangnyu Phom gave an assurance

various appointments onboard INS Teg, Mumbai and INS Exsila, Visakhapatnam. He had assumed the responsibility of AO on January 3.

that government will take up concrete measures and decide what is best for both the parties and sought cooperation from both the parties.

He further urged both the parties to maintain status quo before final settlement is arrived.

Later, after the meeting the cabinet sub-committee along with civil societies and district officials visited Mhaikam village to ascertain the actual area of land holding system of Lamhai village councils.

Praise and worship at the three-day revival programme.

bode Khamo and friends.

Speaker was Rev. Zotuo Kiewhuo who spoke on the theme stating that one has to be on fire of the Holy Spirit, as God is seek-

Dignitaries and others during opening ceremony of special campaign on Beti Bachao Beti Padhao at Phek. (NP)

Banner put up for BBBP by MSK Mokokchung.

DIMAPUR: Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) national girl child week was observed on January 20 in Nagaland along with the rest of the nation.

Phek: Special campaign of a week-long Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) commenced at Phek town under the aegis of district administration and district level centre for women Mahila Shakti Kendra Phek on Monday.

Addressing the opening ceremony, Phek deputy commissioner Sachin Jaiswal apprised the gathering about the importance of continued awareness concerning girl child, given that some unwanted elements against girl child are still prevalent. He invited all the stakeholders to actively take part in the week long campaign and participate in the upcoming events.

Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) week in Tuensang district started with a walkathon flagged off on January 20

by Shelley Katiry, SDO (C) Tuensang. A press release from DC office Tuensang stated that, the walkathon started from Clock Town junction and culminated at Main Bazaar junction.

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from NERIST (Nor th Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology) Nirjuli, Arunachal Pradesh. Prior to the present appointment, he held

KKPC ‘healing and deliverance’ crusade

National girl child week observed across Nagaland

Opening ceremony was chaired by N. Bhavani Sri, SDO (C), Phek. Rally from church junction to DC Office Complex was conducted with signature campaign. Programme was attended by Phek Area Mother’s Association, Phek Town Women Welfare Society, Phek Town Youth Society, Phek Town Chakhesang Students Union, pastors from various churches, youth department, Sunday School department and representatives from various departments & front line workers (DLSA, Phek , DRDA,Phek). (Correspondent) Mokokchung: District administration and Mahila Shakti Kendra (MSK) Mokokchung district kick started the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) week by taking BBBP oath and signature ceremony at the

Principal of SSP welcoming the new administrative officer.

root cause for all major mental issues especially with the youths and adults started at home and also in schools. She therefore said that the duty of the parents and teachers was to shape the future generation and to guide their children in the right direction through proper channel. Trainees of the programme included parents, teachers and church members.

The training will culminate on January 21, wherein the lecturer will focus on the topic “Children and adolescents abnormal psychology” and “Psycho- Massive preparations are going on for the 71st general conference of Chakhesang logical assessment for chil- Students’ Union (CSU) in coinciding with platinum jubilee of Pfutseromi Village dren and adolescents”.

Students’ Union (PVSU), scheduled for January 21 to 23 at Pfutseromi village. (NP)

DIMAPUR: Kerülei Ki Prayer Centre (KKPC), D. Khel Kohima village held its healing and deliverance crusade from January 17 to 19, under the theme “Arise, shine, for your light has come! And the Glory of the Lord is risen upon you” (Isaiah 60:1).

A press release from Koinonia media ministry stated that, speakers were Dr Lasao Kath, Nazareth Prayer Healing Centre, Kandinu, Dr Ruokuozelie Pienyü, House of Prayer Ministry Kohima, Rev Vikezelie Khezhie, pastor Kerülei Ki Prayer Centre, Rokosetuo Sirie, Kerülei Ki Prayer Centre and Rev Zotuo Kiewhuo, senior pastor Koinonia Baptist Church.

On sunday evening, the service was led by Neisapi Ltu, Kidima Baptist Church, Bible reading by Deputy chief minister and Nagaland BLP leader Y Patton along with Temjen Imna Along, Nagaland State BJP Kezevituo Suohu, special president and minister for Higher & Technical and Tribal Affairs and Paiwang Konyak, BJP national council number by Call of God member and minister in-charge for Transport, Civil Aviation and Railways, Land Resources attending the national Ministry. The praise and BJP president nomination at New Delhi. worship was led by KeviDIMAPUR: Cabinet sub-committee along with government officials visited Jalukie town for physical verification of Peren-Dimapur boundary on January 18.

According to DIPR report, after the arrival of cabinet sub-committee headed by minister of H&FW, S. Pangnyu Phom who is also the convener of cabinet sub-committee, a short interaction session was held with the civil societies and district officials at guest house, Jalukie town.

DIMAPUR: Sainik School Punglwa (SSP) organised a dining-in and social evening by Rainbow Club to formally welcome its new administrative officer (AO), Lt Cdr Thongminlal Khongsai, naval officer on January 15 and 18 respectively.

A press release from SSP stated that, during the dining-in, Gp Cpt Prasun Basu, the principal welcomed the officer with a school kitting and in the social night organised by the Rainbow Club, the staff and families presented varieties of entertaining programme.

Lt Cdr T Khongsai was commissioned in the IN (Indian Navy) as an engineering officer. The officer holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering

DC’s chamber led by DC Limawabang Jamir on January 20.

A press release from DLCW-MSK women welfare officer, Moamenla stated that, a series of events to be undertaken for the following days as part of BBBP week are: Day 2, January 21 distribution of IEC materials and BBBP badge; Day 3 January 22 door to door campaign with the aganwadi workers and paste BBBP stickers; Day 4 January 23 distribution of pamphlet at Wednesday Women Bazaar and drawing competition at an orphanage; Day 5 January 24 broadcasting of BBBP theme song at the local channel and radio station, alongside there will be a tree plantation drive in the name of the girl child in Mokokchung town and all subdivisions in Mokokchung

ing who are in “fire” for Him and not lukewarm believers.

Ker ülei Ki Prayer Centre is located at Vingushiecha D. Khel, Ko-

hima village, founded and run by Rev Vikezelie Khezhie. They can be reached at +919862337108/ +919383309293, kerüleiki12015@gmail.com

KDTODU general meeting

Dimapur: Kohima District Truck Owners and Drivers Union (KDTODU) will hold its 22nd general meeting-cum-picnic on January 25 at High Court Meriema village.

In this regard the gen-

eral public have been informed that no truck will ply on that day.

All the truck owners and drivers have been requested to attend the meeting failing which necessary action would be initiated.

Adolescent girls at the walkathon held on January 20 in Tuensang.

district; Day 6 January 25 distribution of Bookipedia library membership card to 500 girl child students and put up flex in hospitals and schools and Day 7 January 26 felicitation of ambassador for girl child and local champions.

Tuensang: The weeklong celebration of Beti

Later in the morning, the participants also conducted social work in the main town area. Earlier, the significance of the BBBP week was highlighted by Chulongla, centre administrator, Sakhi-One-Stop centre, Tuensang. Around 80 adolescent girls took part in the event.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2020

Security beefed up in Manipur ahead of R-Day HR Conclave held at ICFAI

Police verifying people during a cordon and search operation in Imphal in view of upcoming Republic Day celebration. (NP) men and 84 women) were verified.

Among them the three bailouts and 11 tenants were detained. However, of the 11 tenants, seven were released after spot verification.

The seven persons (three bailouts and four tenants) were detained and handed over Singjamei police station for further verification, the source added.

Mopping operations were also conducted at Paona and Thangal Bazar in the heart of the city where police commandos verified occupants of seven hotels.

However, no arrest was made during the operation.

A suspect was detained by a combined team of Imphal East police commandoes and troops of 15 Assam Rifles during a search operation at Kangla Sangomshang under Porompat police station.

The suspect has been handed over to concern police station for further investigation, the source said.

Besides conducting house to house search, the security forces also verified

Arunachal Pradesh government on toes as poppy cultivation spikes

M’laya Assembly ratifies Bill to extend SC/ST reservation

Correspondent IMPHAL, Jan 20: Security has been beefed up in Manipur, particularly in the twin capital districts and other valley districts ahead of Republic Day celebration.

Besides conducting random frisking and checking operations at all route leading to Imphal city, combing operations to flush out underground elements are been conducted in sensitive areas in the valley areas since the last few days.

As part of its inten-

Itanagar, Jan 20 (PTI): Poppy cultivation has increased manifold in Ar unachal Pradesh, prompting the state government to take multi-pronged approaches to tackle the menace, a senior official said.

The state government’s multi-disciplinary coordination committee headed by Chief Secretary Naresh Kumar has decided to form anti-drug squads up to the village level while destruction of poppy crops has also increased, Oli Koyu, state nodal officer of Narcotics Cell said.

Over 4,000 acres of poppy crops were destroyed in the state in 2018-19 while the corresponding numbers in 2017-18 and 2016-17 were 5,000 and 2,500 acres respectively, he said, quoting Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) reports.

He said over 3,000 acres of poppy crops were destroyed in Namsai district alone in 2017-18.

NCB data says that less than 400 acres of poppy crops were destroyed in the state in 2012-13 while the number shot up to 1,222 acres in 2013-14 and 1,067

sified security measures, mopping operations were conducted at various parts of Imphal and its outskirts by police commandos and Assam Rifles on Monday.

In one such mopping operation conducted by Imphal West police commandos on Monday morning, seven persons including three bailouts underground cadres were picked up, police source said.

They were detained during an operation at Oinam Thingel locality under Sangjamei police station in which 241 persons (157

acres in 2014-15.

It says that of 2,530 acres of poppy crops destroyed across the country in 2014-15, Arunachal Pradesh accounts for more than 40 per cent.

Koyu said Chowkham and Wakro circles in Namsai district, Hayuliang, Hawai and Chaglagam in Anjaw; Pongsao and Laju in Tirap and Wakka and Pongsa in Longding district were the most affected by poppy cultivation.

He said the district anti-drug squads will be headed by the deputy superintendents of police and will comprise an executive magistrate, a narcotic and excise inspector, a forest range officer, horticulture and agriculture officers and police personnel.

Speaking about nexus of the drug trade with insurgency, Koyu recalled how his vehicle was surrounded by armed militants who shot rounds in the air while he was on the way to destroy poppy crops in Laju circle in Tirap district in 2017.

Koyu said Tirap district Deputy Commissioner P N Thungon and secu-

rity forces had rescued him then.

He said that insurgent groups are also involved in the sale of drugs to fund their activities.

Arunachal Pradesh shares border with Myanmar which is part of the golden triangle of opium and heroin production with Laos and Thailand.

The state government has taken a zero-tolerance approach with drug abusers and is also mooting alternative crops for poppy growers in nine of the worst-affected districts, Koyu said.

After learning that several teachers have become drug addicts, the chief secretary has directed the education secretary to evolve a comprehensive action plan to free all institutes from drug menace, he said.

Five detoxification centres would be upgraded to full-fledged rehabilitation centres and a meeting would be held in this regard soon, Koyu added.

Cultivation, sale and consumption of opium are offences under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985.

Correspondent Shillong, Jan 20: The Meghalaya Assembly on Monday unanimously ratified the 126th amendment Bill-2019 of the Constitution which proposes to extend quota to SC/STs in Lok Sabha and state assemblies by another 10 years.

Chief Minister Conrad Sangma moved the government resolution for ratification of the Constitution 126th amendment Bill-2019 in a one-day special assembly session. The amendment would pave the way for extending reservations for the Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) in the Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies of the States for a period of further 10 years.

Leader of Opposition Dr. Mukul Sangma also supported the amendment.

The Constitution (126th) Amendment Bill had already been passed Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on December 10 and 12, 2019, respectively. Some State Assembly have ratified the Constitution (126th Amendment) Bill 2019 before it was presented to President Ram Nath Kovind for his assent.

AR rifleman molests lady IPS officer in Manipur Correspondent

IMPHAL, Jan 20: A rifleman of Assam Rifles has allegedly physically assaulted and molested a lady IPS (Indian Police Service) on duty.

Moreh police of Tengnoupal district registered an FIR case based on a complaint lodged by the victim who alleged the rifleman of the Assam Rifles of misbehaving, humiliating and physical assaulting her on Sunday. In her complaint, the lady IPS officer Anupam (currently SDPO Yairipok in Thoubal district) identified the rifleman as PK Pandey from D-company of 12 Assam Rifles manning the Khudengthabi Check Post along Imphal-Moreh section of NH-102.

The incident allegedly happened when the IPS officer was returning from an official duty at Moreh, the border town of Manipur at the Indo-Myanmar border along with her escort personnel on her official vehicle. Rifleman PK Pandey allegedly detained the IPS K Y M C

officer along with her escort personnel at the Khudengthabi Check Post for registration of her vehicle.

The SDPO alleged that even as she and her escort personnel showed their official identity cards and informed that they were on official duty, the rifleman detained them there and started threatening.

The rifleman allegedly smashed the vehicle despite the presence of her escort personnel before coming towards the window seat of the vehicle where she was seating. In her written complaint, the lady officer stated, “When I told them that I am a police officer and showed them my identity card, still he continued misbehaving, humiliating, harassing and assaulting me and my escort personnel.”

The rifleman continued misbehaving even after she and her escort personnel offered the AR personnel to search the vehicles. Instead, he started “physically assaulting and molesting me,” she stated and further alleged that her escort

personnel were also beaten up when they tried to intervene. Despite all these, with utmost restraint, the IPS officer stated that she along with her escort personnel requested the rifleman to bring his immediate senior officer on the spot but it was denied, she stated. He even denied them move from there and continued harassing and abusing them and he tried to slap her again, the IPS officer added.

“In meanwhile, he kept throwing sexually coloured remarks on me and kept on undermining my dignity by abusing in a foul language. Despite that, we kept requesting them not to obstruct us in our official duties but he didn’t stop,” she further alleged.

The rifleman even tried to snatch her mobile phone when she tried to call her senior officers and inform about the matter.

She finally reported the matter to her senior officers as well as brigadier of 26 Assam Rifles who informed the major of D-company of 12 Assam Rifles.

“He (major) reached at the spot and matter was brought to his notice and the issue was brought under control,” the IPS stated in her complaint. In the written complaint, she urged the officer-in-charge of Tengnoupal police to lodged a written complaint against rifleman PK Pandey and investigate the matter for necessary legal action. Her complaint was also forwarded to the brigadier of 26 sector Assam Rifles as well as to CO of the 12 Assam Rifles. The Tengnoupal police referred the complaint of the IPS officer to Moreh police station since the place of occurrence lies within the jurisdiction of the later.

After registering the FIR case, Moreh police has reportedly summoned the rifleman in question while initiating legal action against him. State DGP LM Khoute termed the incident unfortunate and said that his department was communicating with the concerned authorities of Assam Rifles for legal action against the rifleman.

around 300 people of ages ranging from 15 to 60 by parading them at a public ground of the locality.

Police commandos in Thoubal district also conducted mopping operations at several localities within the district on Monday.

An official source said that the security measures have been beefed up as insurgent groups are likely to carry out disruptive activities on or before the Republic Day. In Manipur, militant groups have been boycotting Republic Day each year.

Meanwhile, dog squad of Manipur police was formally inaugurated by DGP LM Khaute in the presence of senior officers of state police on Monday.

The Manipur Police Dog Squad was inaugurated at a function in Lamphel.

At present, the dog squad consists of four Belgian Malinois of which two will be used for detecting explosives and the other two for detecting of illicit drugs and narcotic substances.

Manipur police will now be in a better position to fight drug menace and handle internal security challenges with the induction of the dog squad, said the DGP after the inauguration

Participants of HR Conclave at ICFAI University, Tripura.

D imap u r , Ja n 2 0 (NPN): Faculty of management studies of ICFAI University Tripura organised a HR Conclave at ICFAI University, Tripura on January 17 on the topic “Human Capital Development in Emerging NorthEast.” The conclave was organised in collaboration with National HRD Network (NHRDN), National Career Service, OTPC and AMRI Hospitals.

The main objective of the conclave was overall skill development of management and engineering students and to exchange knowledge of different HRD practices in private and public sectors. Rupak Barua, Group

CEO of AMRI hospital graced the inaugural session as the chief guest and B Sinha, Managing Director of Tripura Natural Gas Company and Arnab Chakraborty, General Manager (HR & Admin) of CESC Limited and president of NHDRN, Kolkata were the special guest and guest of honour respectively.

Other renowned dignitaries include Banani Debbarma, Director (Commercial) of TNGCL, S K Bhagat, HR Head of OTPC plant, Dr. Ashish Nath and Dr. Mahasweta Das, Dr. Arabindo Mahato from Tripura University, Dr. Arjun Gope of Ramthakur College,

Abhijit Chakraborty, Deputy Director of TTDCL and Debraj Deb, senior copy editor of the Indian Express.

More than hundred HR managers, administrative personnel and students from various organisations participated in the conclave. Prof. Biplab Halder, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Tripura University delivered the welcome address while Dr. A Ranganath, Registrar of Tripura University explained the justification of the title of the conclave.

Representatives from TNGCL, CESC, OTPC, Tripura University and Ramthakur College took part in panel discussion.

Tripura to take action against illegal rubber growers Agartala, Jan 20 (IANS): The Tripura government will take action against the hundreds of rubber growers who illegally cultivated natural rubber on more than 21,019 acres of government land, a minister announced in the state assembly on Monday.

Replying to a question, Tripura Revenue Minister Narendra Chan-

dra Debbarma said that the government has asked the District Magistrates and Sub-Divisional Magistrates to get the government lands vacated.

The Minister said that during the previous Left Front government 21,019 acres (or 8506 hectares) of government land across Tripura had been illegally allowed to cultivate natural rubber.

The issue saw heated debate in the state assembly on Monday.

Tripura is the second largest rubber producer in India after Kerala with 85,000 hectares of land under plantation, producing 68,000 tonnes of rubber annually.

Tripura’s annual turnover from rubber cultivation is about Rs 700 crore.

THE GAUHATI HIGH COURT

CHANGE OF NAME

I, Nanu Maya Limbu, W/o 13620963L Ram Subba 380 DSC PL Residing at Nepali Basti Dimapur, Nagaland; Changed my name from Nanu Subba to Nanu Maya Limbu. That in future I will be known by my new Name i.e. Nanu Maya Limbu in future for all other purposes. Vide affidavit 18-Jan-20 sworn before notary Raj K. Singh Dimapur R/No-43/2020 Dt. 18/01/2020.

DP-516

Date : 6/1/2020 AFFIDAVIT I, Shri. Sashinokdang Ao, S/o Talimar Ao, aged about 30 years of Mongsenyimti village under Mokokchung district and presently resident of H.No. 51 Purana Bazaar B, Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and state on oath as follows : 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and belong to AO (Naga) tribe.

2. That my name has been recorded in my Service Book as Shri.

Sashinokdang Ao, and whereas in other documents my name is entered as Shri. T Sashinokdang Ao, Sashinokdang Jamir and T Sashinokdang.

3. That this affidavit is sworn to declare that Shri. Sashinokdang Ao, Shri. T. Sashinokdang Ao, Shri. T. Sashinokdang and Shri.

Sashinokdang Jamir is the name of one and the same person and henceforth shall be using my name as Shri. Sashinokdang Ao for all official purpose from this day onwards.

4. That, the statements made in the affidavit para 1, 2 & 3 are true to the best of my knowledge and those statements made in the paragraph are facts as derived from the record and which are true.

DEPONENT Sworn before me by the deponent on this 6th day of January 2020.

Notary Public DP-518 Regd. No. 1715/2020

IN THE COURT OF Smti. Y. Longkumer, Principal Judge FAMILY COURT DIMAPUR : NAGALAND SUMMON FOR SETTLEMENT OF ISSUE (ORDER - V. RULE - 1,5,20) CASE NO : Divorce Case No. 49/19 PETITIONER : Shri. Imkongsanen Army No. 14426373P, Rank. Hav. RESPONDENT : Smti. N. Chubanaro TO, Smti. N. Chubanaro D/o Late Noksangjenba R/o Tuli, Mokokchung, Nagaland.

Whereas the above named petitioner has instituted a case against you for Divorce U/S. 10 (1) (X) of the Indian Divorce Act, 1869.

You are hereby summoned to appear before the Court in person or by pleader duly instructed and able to answer all material questions relating to the case on 03rd Feb. 2020 at 10:30 A.M. without fail.

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

Given under my hand and the seal of the Court, this 15th day of Jan 2020.

Judge DP-512

IN THE COURT OF DEPUTY COMMISSIONER DIMAPUR DISTRICT : NAGALAND

NOTICE

Dt. Dimapur the 20th Jan., 2020 NO.REV-12/2000-D/6872-73/ Notice is hereby given that Shri/Smti Opangmenla resident of Dimapur as reported that he/she had lost his/her Final Mutation/Duplicate Jamabandi bearing Patta No 445 Dag No. 524/1200 of Block No/Village 05 area 00-0-13 which was lost or destroyed.

The undersigned hereby invites claims/objections concerning to the said land or any should be submitted to this court in written on or before 20-02-2020.

SCHEDULE OF LAND AND BOUNDARY. North : Police Department, South : Road East : Road, West : Salie DP-513

He said that the BJPled government has taken initiative to amend the Tripura Land Records and Land Reforms Act, 1960, to prevent the misuse of government lands violating the law.

Debbarma also said that around 51,635 families had been residing in government lands in Tripura for the past many years.

(ANOOP KHINCHI), IAS Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur

(THE HIGH COURT OF ASSAM : NAGALAND : MIZORAM & ARUNACHAL PRADESH) KOHIMA BENCH HC(K)01/2016/eCourts Phase II/T-27/164/Dated Kohima, the 20th January, 2020

NOTICE INVITING RE-TENDER Quotations are invited from interested parties for supply of 1 (One) No. of Cisco Router ASR 1000 Series at Gauhati High Court Kohima Bench in the State of Nagaland under the eCourts Project. Details maybe downloaded from http:// nagalandtenders.gov.in (MR. NEIKO AKAMI), NJS, Registrar-cum-Central Project Coordinator, eCourts Project, Nagaland, Gauhati High Court, Kohima Bench DC-62 AFFIDAVIT Regd. No. 31/2020 Mrs. Asenla Jurry, aged about 34 years, wife of Mr. Along Phom and presently residing at 4th BN NAP, Thizama, Kohima, Nagaland, District: Kohima, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm and state as under: 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and a resident of the above referred address.

2. That my real and official name is Asenla Jurry.

3. That however in my High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) my name has been erroneously entered and recorded as T. Asenla instead Asenla Jurry.

4. That the name T. Asenla and Asenla Jurry belongs and refers to as same and one person 5. That henceforth, for all official records and correspondence, I shall be referred to and known by the name Asenla Jurry.

6. That the statements in this affidavit are true to my knowledge and nothing material is concealed therein.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I sign this Affidavit on this the 20th day of January, 2020 at Kohima, Nagaland.

DEPONENT K-174

R/No. 413

AFFIDAVIT

Dt. 24/5/85

I, Mrs. Lhinghoi Domta, daughter of Mr. N. Thadou do hereby declare that I have recorded my name in H.S.L.C, P.U and B.A examination as Miss Lhinghoi Simte.

Now, I solemnly declare that hereafter my name will be taken and recorded as Mrs. Lhinghoi Domta that the statement is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Mrs. Lhinghoi Domta, Kohima, Nagaland.

Solemnly affirmed before me on this 24 May One thousand nine hundred eighty five.

Magistrate 1st Class

DP-510

NOTICE

SC-37/2020

NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTION OF OTHER CLAIM(S) UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 370 OF THE INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1924 FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE.

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late Tiasangla has been applied by Shri Maraka, R/o Mokokchung Village H.No 236 Mokokchung, Nagaland S/o Late Tiasangla for possession of.

Notice is hereby given that any person interested in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may, if she/he so desire to appear in the court on or before 17.2.2020.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this day the 17.1.2020 Principal District & Sessions Judge Mokokchung, Nagaland DP-507 K Y M C

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BJP will become stronger, expand PM tells students exams not everything further under Nadda’s leadership: Shah Suggests technology free room in every home

Arvind Kejriwal to file nomination today

NEW DELHI, JAN 20 (PTI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who was expected to file his nomination for the assembly elections after a massive roadshow on Monday, will file his papers on Tuesday due to a delay caused by his rally.

Kejriwal said the nomination will now be filed on Tuesday which is also the last day for the filing of nomination.

“I was supposed to file my nomination today but the office closes at 3 pm. I was asked go in between and file the nomination but I said how can I leave people at the road show and go? I will go to file nomination tomorrow with my family,” Kejriwal said.

Before star ting his roadshow, the Aam Aadmi

Arvind Kejriwal waves a broom, the party symbol, during a roadshow before filing his nomination papers for the Assembly polls, in New Delhi, Monday. (PTI)

Party leader sought blessings at the Valmiki temple.

He also sought blessings from his family.

Scores of supporters walked in the rally holding brooms as he waved to them

and flashed the victory sign amid chants of “acchhe beete panch saal, lage raho Kejriwal” (5 years went well, go on Kejriwal).

In an open yellow coloured jeep, Kejriwal

Kerala government to inform Centre it cannot update NPR

Pinarayi Vijayan (File)

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, JAN 20 (PTI): The Left front government in Kerala on Monday decided to inform the Centre it would not cooperate with the updation of the NPR, saying there were fears among the public about the process and it has the “Constitutional responsibility” to alleviate them and ensure law and order.

A special cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan here, decided to inform the Registrar General and Census Commissioner under the Union Home Ministry that it was unable to cooperate with anything with regard to the updation of the NPR. “The decision was taken as it was the Constitu-

tional responsibility of the government to alleviate the fears of general public and ensure law and order situation in the state,” a Chief Minister’s Office release said.

However, the state would fully cooperate with the census procedures, it said.

The LDF government, which has been on a warpath against the Centre over the Citizenship Amendment Act, has last month stayed all activities related to updation of NPR, considering ‘apprehensions’ of public that it would lead to NRC in the wake of the controversial CAA. “As the NPR is a process that leads to the National Register of Citizens

(NRC), there is a sense of fear among the people that its implementation could lead to widespread insecurity”, the CMO release said on Monday.

The experience of the state which had already compiled the NRC was an example for this, it added, in apparent reference to Assam.

Kerala had already stopped all procedures regarding the NPR updation, the release said adding there was also a report of the state police that the if the government went ahead with the procedures, it would adversely impact the law and order situation.

The district collectors have also informed the government that the Census procedures would be affected if the updation of the NPR was done along with it, the CMO release said.

The CPI(M)-led LDF government had recently convened a meeting of political parties and socio-religious organisations here on December 29 in the wake of the concerns among people in various stratas of the society, it said.

A special assembly session was convened and a resolution was passed requesting the Centre not to implement the CAA and the government had also approached the apex court against the law, it added.

waved and greeted his supporters as his family stood behind him. Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia and AAP leader Sanjay Singh and Gopal Rai were also present in the rally.

SC accepts Centre’s proposal to takeover Unitech NEW DELHI, JAN 20 (PTI): The Supreme Court Monday accepted the proposal of the Centre to take over the management control of embattled realty firm Unitech Limited.

A bench headed by Justice D Y Chandrachud gave two months to the new board of Unitech to prepare the resolution framework of the company and sought its report.

The bench, also comprising Justice M R Shah, granted 2-month moratorium to the new board from any legal proceedings against the company’s management.

It said the Board will appoint a retired apex court judge to monitor the preparation of resolution framework by the Board.

The Centre had on Saturday told the apex court that it is agreeable to revisit its 2017 proposal to take over the management control of Unitech Ltd and complete its stalled projects for providing relief to around 12,000 hassled homebuyers.

The Centre, in its sixpage note submitted to the court, had said it is prepared to revisit its proposal of December 2017, to remove the existing management of Unitech Ltd and appoint 10 nominee directors of the government.

3 Hizbul terrorists killed in encounter in J-K’s Shopian

Jagan govt introduces Bill in Assembly to give shape to plan of having 3 capitals

S R I NAG A R , JA N 2 0 (PTI): Three Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists, including a police deserter, were killed in an encounter with security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, the police said.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Wacchi area of Shopian district following information about presence of terrorists there, a police official said.

He said the terrorists were asked to surrender but they opened fire towards security forces’ positions.

“In the ensuing encounter, three terrorists of Hizbul Mujahideen were killed,” the official said.

AMARAVATI, JAN 20 tions of the High-Power (PTI): The Y S Jagan MoCommittee of ministers and han Reddy government on bureaucrats on the capitals Monday introduced a Bill issue. in the Andhra Pradesh LegMoving the Bill on the islative Assembly to give first day of the extended shape to its plan of having winter session, Finance and three capitals for the state, Legislative Affairs Minister with the executive capital in Buggana Rajendranath said Visakhapatnam, Legislative the government decided capital in Amaravati and juto enact a new legislation dicial capital in Kurnool. for decentralisation and The AP Decentralisa- Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy inclusive development of all tion and Inclusive Develop- Bills. regions in the state for ensurment of All Regions Bill, The Cabinet also ap- ing “balanced and inclusive 2020, also provides for di- proved the recommenda- growth” of AP. viding the state into various zones and establishing zonal OFFICE OF THE planning and development boards.

AOYIM VILLAGE COUNCIL Earlier in the day, the AOYIM : DIMAPUR Cabinet met under the chairGovt. Regd. No. GAB – 13/17/83 (Vol-IV) 8th Jan. '92 manship of the Chief MinREMINDER ister and cleared the draft

PITHI TSA Tichipami Community Dimapur ampe sukusho kighini do atsala 25 January 2020 Ado 7:00 inaqhe Sumi Baptist Church Pudhampukhuri Dimapur lo pughusu ani tighenguno Aghami kumutsu vezumono s u ku s h o e n o ku ku m u g h a k i g h i n i mighelulo.

Akibo kihikusu ghuka 500/- tsumono aghi aye sughivetsu penike yepithiani.

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Amit Shah greets Jagat Prakash Nadda, as the latter formally takes charge as BJP National President in New Delhi. (PTI)

national president. I thank Prime Minister Modi, all senior leaders and colleagues for always keeping faith in me,” Shah added.

“I consider myself fortunate to have had the privilege of working as president

The following information mentioned below are in the interest of General Public of Aoyim Village under Chumukedima Block issuing a reminder to earlier Official notification. It is observed that many land/plot holders in Aoyim Village have not complied as directed in the earlier notification. Therefore, Aoyim Village Council (AVC) do hereby remind all land/plot holders to strictly adhere to the guidelines as mentioned herein below : 1. Compulsory construction of temporary/permanent house in the vacant plot so owned by every individual in the village at the earliest.

2. Compulsory uprooting of teak plantation inside the village and removal of bamboo trees adjacent to village main road/ circular road on or before 31st March 2020.

3. Compulsory contribution of Rs. 4000/- (Four Thousand) only per land/plot patta holders towards Aoyim cemetery maintenance before the completion of 2019-2020 Financial Year (FY) as it has been observed that many plot patta holders are yet to comply.

This reminder should be complied by every individual without fail, in the interest of General public of our village.

OFFICE OF THE

Longri Imchen Chairman (AVC)

AKULUTO RANGE STUDENTS' UNION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The office of the Akuluto Range Students Union wishes to acknowledge the many expressions of generosity and gestures of kindness extended financially, physically and morally towards the success of 27th Biennial ARSU Conference held from 9th to 12th January, 2020. The Union wishes to express gratitude to every individual and group who has contributed immensely in various capacities. The Union also thanks every unit for your participation and cooperation. The Union regrets our inability to mention any individual and group in particular.

Bothuka Kinimi President, ARSU

Ninoto H. Chophi Secretary General, ARSU

for five years in this great organization, nurtured by many great personalities and great men,” Shah said.

He also expressed gratitude to activists and wellwishers for standing with him “like a rock”.

Toshi Jamir Secretary (AVC)

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the best is yet to come. Motivation, demotivation are very common. Everyone goes through these feelings,” he said. “In this regard, I can never forget my visit to ISRO during Chandrayaan and the time spent with our hardworking scientists. I was told I shouldn’t attend Chandrayaan landing as there was no guarantee of success but I needed to be there,” he added, recalling the failed landing of the Chandrayaan-2 mission’s Vikram lander.

The prime minister also asked students to remember the India-Australia test series in 2001 to emphasise his message about positive thinking.

“Our cricket team

NEW DELHI, JAN 20 (PTI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who handed over the presidentship of the BJP to J P Nadda on Monday, said that under his successor’s leadership the party will become stronger and expand further.

Nadda was elected unopposed as the BJP national president after he emerged as the only leader in the fray following the nomination process in which his candidature was endorsed by top party brass.

“Heartiest congratulations to J P Nadda Ji on being elected the national president of the Bharatiya Janata Party. I firmly believe that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji’s guidance and your leadership, the BJP will become stronger and expand even further,” Shah said in a tweet.

“The party will benefit from Nadda ji’s organizational skills and experience and will set new records,” he said in a series of tweets.

Under Nadda’s leadership, all BJP workers will continue to walk on the organization’s path, he said.

Nadda was appointed as the BJP’s working president in June last. “I am grateful for the affection and support that I got from the organization as the BJP

apology We, the under mentioned would like to ask for your apology; that on 14th Jan 2020 evening without any reason we have assaulted Mr. Hokiye Swu, President, Pughoboto Aphuyemi Niuland Area.

So, through this press release we would like to ask Mr. Hokiye Swu of Natsümi village and his family members to kindly forgive us in the name of our Almighty God. We also confess that we will not repeat this type of crime in future.

Thanking you

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NYIRO RANGE PUBLIC ORGANISATION

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Kenyüsinlo S/o Yhunthunlo of Tsosinyu village

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David S/o Khumtsa of Tsosinyu village

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Shobenlo S/o Kakiye of Gwachonlo village

HQ. WOKHA : NAGALAND

FELICITATION

With profound gratitude to Almighty God the Nyiro Range Public Organisation extends our heartiest congratulations to Dr. T. Nzanthung Ngullie, S/o Thungpenshan Ngullie for being conferred Doctorate of Theology (D.Th) and for being the first person in the North East India to obtain Doctorate of Theology in Homiletics.

The NRPO extends sincere prayers and warm wishes in all his future endeavours.

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is a friend. Mere knowledge of technology isn’t enough.

Its application is as important,” he said. Modi also asked students not to become slaves of technology.

“We should have the strength to keep technology under our control and ensure it does not waste our time. One room in our homes should be technology free. Whoever enters will not carry any gadgets,” he said.

The prime minister appealed to students to not be demotivated if they face temporary setbacks and take failures in their stride.

“We can add enthusiasm to every aspect of life.

A temporary setback doesn’t mean success is not waiting.

In fact, a setback may mean

ricular activities can make a person like a robot. Yes, this will require better time management. Today, the opportunities are many and I hope youngsters make use of them.”

Asserting that children should be “pursued not pressured into studies”, he recommended that students read his book “Exam Warriors” to get over the stress of appearing for exams.

“The way ahead lies in pursuing, not pressurising children. Inspire children to do things that bring out their inner potential,” he said.

He urged students to be confident about their own preparation.

“Do not enter the exam hall with any sort of pressure. Do not worry about what the others are doing.

Have faith in yourself and focus on what you’ve prepared,” he said.

About 2,000 students and teachers attended the event. Of these, 1,050 students were selected through an essay competition.

Students who got to ask questions to the prime minister were short-listed on the basis of essays submitted on five subjects - Gratitude is Great, Your Future Depends on Your Aspirations, Examining Exams, Our Duties, Your Take, and Balance is Beneficial.

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Narendra Modi speaks during an interactive session- ‘Pariksha Par Charcha 2020’ with school and college students. (PTI)

was facing setbacks. The mood was not very good.

But in those moments can we ever forget what Rahul Dravid and V V S Laxman did? They turned the match around. Similarly, who can forget Anil Kumble bowling with an injury. This is the power of motivation and positive thinking,” he said.

The prime minister asked students to spend their spare time with the elderly.

“Good marks in exams are not everything. We have to come out of the thinking that exams are everything,” Modi said.

The prime minister also highlighted the importance of taking on extracurricular activities and said there is a growing tendency among parents to push their children into activities considered “glamorous”.

“Parents should take time out to find out what their children want to do instead of pushing them into activities that are considered glamorous which they can discuss in their conversations with their friends.

What is not good is when the passion of children becomes fashion statements for parents. Extra-curricular activities needn’t be glamour driven. Let each child pursue what he or she likes,” he said.

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NEW DELHI, JAN 20 (PTI): A “technology free” room in homes, extra-curricular activities chosen on the basis of interest not glamour and realising that exams are not everything were some of the tips Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday offered students getting ready for exams.

Reaching out to students across the country through the third edition of the “Pariksha Pe Charcha” programme at the Talkatora Stadium here, the prime minister also told them not to get demotivated by temporary setbacks.

Modi, who used examples from cricket, the Chandrayaan 2 mission and his own experiences, spoke on a range of issues, including exam stress and time management.

He sought to speak to them in their own language and said his conversations with them will be “hashtag without filter”.

In the event, telecast and streamed live, Modi said everyone should keep abreast of the latest technology but stressed that it should not be allowed to govern lives.

“Technological trends are changing quickly. It is essential to stay updated with these trends. Fear of technology is not good. Technology

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Communitisation report card

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s commented on several occasions in this column in the past, the hype over ‘Communitisation’ was too early and 16 years later, the experiment hasn’t actually been a huge success. Grassroots planning through community participation as practiced by village councils has existed since time immemorial among Nagas and officially taken note of during the mid-70s. Communitisation was inspired by the practice in some villages of Phek district (as well as many other villages of other districts) who adopted their traditional administrative system of grass root participation in decision making. It was around 1980s that this concept was picked up by A.M.Gokhale, then DC Phek.

However, the Village Development Board(which later went on to be copied and renamed as panchayati raj) got a kick start when late Vamuzo was finance minister during the NNDP regime. Gokhale studied the practical aspects of the VDB concept and incorporated it into the district planning and development board. It was during 2002 that then chief secretary R.S.Pandey took the concept to another level by having it adopted as ‘communitisation’ policy. The government of Nagaland enacted it as The Nagaland Communitisation of Public Institutions and Services Act, 2002, to cover power, water supply and education sectors to empower the community to own, manage and control government schools by vesting them with legal powers and responsibilities. Under the concept of communitisation, the government in phases out and hands over ownership and management of education, health care, water supply, electricity, tourism and bio-diversity conservation to the communities. The concept envisaged that through communitisation of some government activities in the field of education and power, would lead to improvement in promoting effective governance. In education, the village community was made to understand that schools belonged to the community and therefore, they had as much stake and responsibility to ensure that the schools functioned for the betterment of the children and youth. Today, precisely in 2019 a review of communitisation admitted that the policy applied to government schools has been showing a rising trend of ‘proxy teachers’ mainly since the truant teachers enjoyed the patronage of the Village Education Committees(VECs) which were vested with more powers than the department over school management. On the flip side, while communitisation provided shared responsibility, yet the village committees who are in the field have to play the bigger role in supervising the schools. The VECs are expected to give voluntary service and feel proud of their contributions, while the officers are more than pleased to share the responsibilities with the VECs. The review in 2019 noted that owing to rise in the phenomenon of ‘proxy teachers’, decline in the quality of education. This is a cause for serious concern since providing quality education has become a priority. If so much money is invested but ultimately failing to deliver because of a flawed policy, then there is a need for review. Also in the power sector, the VECs are expected to collect payments from consumers then deposit the amount with the department after taking 15% commission. On the other hand, those involved as members of VECs earn nothing. Communitisation may be practicable and effective with regard to village level planning and execution of works through community contracts but not quite the same in areas that demand some special qualities. Communitisation need not be thrown but reviewed and used only where it can be effective.

DailyDevotion Are You Fresh for Everything?

Jesus answered and said to him, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” —John 3:3 Sometimes we are fresh and eager to attend a prayer meeting, but do we feel that same freshness for such mundane tasks as polishing shoes?

Being born again by the Spirit is an unmistakable work of God, as mysterious as the wind, and as surprising as God Himself. We don’t know where it begins— it is hidden away in the depths of our soul. Being born again from above is an enduring, perpetual, and eternal beginning. It provides a freshness all the time in thinking, talking, and living— a continual surprise of the life of God. Staleness is an indication that something in our lives is out of step with God. We say to ourselves, “I have to do this thing or it will never get done.” That is the first sign of staleness. Do we feel fresh this very moment or are we stale, frantically searching our minds for something to do? Freshness is not the result of obedience; it comes from the Holy Spirit.

Obedience keeps us “in the light as He is in the light…”

(1 John 1:7).

Jealously guard your relationship with God. Jesus prayed “that they may be one just as We are one” — with nothing in between (John 17:22). Keep your whole life continually open to Jesus Christ. Don’t pretend to be open with Him. Are you drawing your life from any source other than God Himself? If you are depending on something else as your source of freshness and strength, you will not realize when His power is gone.

Being born of the Spirit means much more than we usually think. It gives us new vision and keeps us absolutely fresh for everything through the never-ending supply of the life of God.

Quotes

The only things worth learning are the things you learn after you know it all. ~ Harry S Truman

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hildren use roleplay to deal with complicated situations in order to understand them better. Young children act out real or imagined situations, not just as themselves, but also as other people or characters such as friends, family members, characters in story books or superheroes – they are experimenting with alternative viewpoints which help them develop emotional and social skills. But whom do we present as heroes? Bull fighters, hunters, wrestlers, warriors. When a matador in a bull ring is glorified as a hero a child will imagine himself/herself as a matador. It is irrelevant to the child that the bull suffers the most terrible agonies in a completely unequal attack: what is relevant is that he sees himself as a hero.

Is this child going to be a respectful person to all beings? Michelito Lagravere, a well-known matador, often dubbed as “Justin Bieber of Bullfighting”, killed 6 young bulls when he was 11 years old in 2007. This led to parents putting their 6 year old children into bullfighting schools across Mexico.

Here are two good examples reported in France of the unfortunate consequences of children taking inspiration from MatadorsMidi-Libre, a daily newspaper published in the South of France, reported that a dog had been used as a target for shooting arrows, then thrown into a riverbed where it died. The local head of the SPA (Societe Protectrices des Animaux – Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) discovered that the culprits in this sordid affair were a group of kids who were trying to imitate a bullfighter.

French media have made mention recently of a game called the jeu de torero, or “bullfighter game”, where adolescents try to dodge a moving train like a bullfighter dodges the bull. It was when five high school students warned that they wanted to take on the TGV, the high-speed ParisMarseille train last January, that the French railroad company finally confessed that they had a problem.

As if imitation wasn’t bad enough, children are exposed to parental domestic violence as well. Anna Baldry of King’s College, London found that over 50% of children/adolescents that had been exposed to domestic violence, and witnessed animal cruelty, engaged in animal cruelty themselves.

Baldry found that witnessing a mother enact animal cruelty resulted in over 90% of boys directly abusing animals. The exposure to witnessing animal violence will always make him believe that this is acceptable behaviour.

A study conducted by Fiona McEwen et al from Kings College, London, and Duke University found that children exposed to domestic violence were significantly more likely to engage in animal cruelty.

Approximately 29-32% of children exposed to domestic violence engage in animal cruelty. Researchers also found that approximately 50% of rapists, and over 25% of paedophiles, had childhood histories of harming animals.

Animal abuse has long been linked with other forms of antisocial behaviour and criminal violence, and has a long lasting effect on children physically, emotionally and psychologically.

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Harmony with all children exposed to violence and made to believe that it is acceptable. Games where humans enter the ring and tame the animal with whips and pain, bloodsports like cock and dog fighting where animals are made to fight , when adults in the house abuse pets to teach submission and even when humans own and eat the flesh of animals to prove their supremacy on the species.

The need felt by humans, especially men to become ‘alphas’ , to be at the top of the power pyramid, makes them believe that it is education when they make children participate in these practices.

Kambala is an annual Buffalo Race held illegally in coastal Karnataka, India.

Buffaloes yoked together are whipped to wade through deep water. Many die. In Maharashtra horses and cows are tied together and made to race, after inserting iron studs into their anuses.

Both usually die. Children watch this “farmers festival”. Jallikattu is another spectacle in which a starved, blinded and pain crazed bull is released into a crowd of people, and adolescents attempt to grab the animal and try to stop it. Both animals and young people die.

In a variant of Jallikattu, called Pallakivaddu Jallikattu, instead of teenagers, children participate.

The hunting season in Spain involves hunters

buying from 10 to 70 galgos, the Spanish “greyhound.”

Galgos are forced to hunt hares and, at the end of the hunting season, the dogs who didn’t perform well are killed. About 1,00,000 galgos are hung alive, by their owners, on tree branches.

Children watch and laugh at the spectacle, which is called “piano playing” as the dogs desperately try to reach for the ground.

Dog fighting takes place in Punjab, and the young people who take part, photograph themselves with illegal guns, drugs and the dead bodies of dogs that have lost fights and been killed by their owners. Do you think that these children will make a peaceful world, or will have respect for anyone on it ?

Bullfighting is sickening and cruel as it is. Yet children across the globe are taught to follow in these steps and maintain this horrific tradition in bullfighting schools. Children who engage in animal cruelty are more likely to abuse in the community, at school, and in the family and to be exposed to domestic violence.

In the Vietnam Elephant race in March, elephants are ridden on by children who whip the animal crazily in order to reach the finish line. Locals say the race is a celebration, but Dionne Slagter of the NGO Animals Asia believes that

“This is one of the highest levels of animal cruelty.”

Cruelty is not only limited to blood sports or games, it also includes animal slaughter. In India, many of the slaughterhouses I have been to, use children of 4 and 5 years old, of a particular religious denomination, to use their knives to kill large buffaloes and goats. Men stand around laughing while their children stab the victim repeatedly till it dies. Children are taught to use razor blades on the throat while their parents hold the frightened animal.

Is it possible to link this desensitization to a worldwide belief in violence by the same community ? When I asked the slaughterhouse adults why they made their small children kill animals , they replied that if they did not teach them killing at this age , they would refuse to do it when they reached adulthood.

A study done in America, on which were the most violent and unsafe areas in the county, showed that these were the kilometres around slaughterhouses.

In India a survey showed that the least liveable city in India is Rampur, the city of slaughterhouses and knives.

And who are most of the criminals: young boys in their teens who have grown up killing animals and have now graduated to killing humans.

On August 19th, 2019 the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) in America released a resolution regarding animal cruelty and its link to other forms of violence. This is what it said “ Empirical research demonstrates a direct link between animal cruelty and interpersonal violence, including intimate partner

abuse, child abuse, and elder abuse. In homes, where serious animal abuse has occurred, there is an increased probability that some other type of family violence is also happening.”

What could be more abusive than allowing children to believe that baiting and killing animals is a sport? That sport fishing is a relaxing way to pass the day? That posing with dead animals is macho?

Is there a difference between Buzkashi, the game played by children in Afghanistan where they kill sheep and use their heads as footballs, and bullfighting where people watch a bull being speared to death slowly and viciously and clap as each spear is thrust in. Are Spain and France more civilized than Afghanistan? No way. In fact the level of violence in both countries is the same.

When institutionalised cruelty becomes institutionalised entertainment - like bull fighting, cockfighting, dog fighting, dolphin killing as in Faro Islands off Denmark - can our children switch off and become peaceful gentle humans? No, they can’t.

Inside each one of us is an angel who demands peace. Which is why most of these so called sports that involve cruelty need to be accompanied with alcohol, so that we switch off the voice of our angel. Do we want this world to be the same, only worse, for our children. If we could keep our children away from animal abuse it will give a chance to them to live as we should, with respect for all and harmony with all. To join the animal welfare movement contact gandhim@nic.in, www.peopleforanimalsindia.org

Post-mortem

Being a Chow-Momo Indian; The dark reality!

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’d just started having my lunch, which was chowmein, a special dish of that day (Every day a special dish is served in addition to a regular Thali) when the person seated next to me smiled and said, “Chinese foods; nice nah” and every one around had a good laugh. I enquired the reason for the sudden euphoria, to which the person quipped, “ Chinese foods, you happy nah,” and they erupted in yet another chorus of laughter. I politely told them I love Dosa and even Rotis too. The intention of making fun at somebody based on looks was unmistakable and beyond the level of tolerance, but I restrained myself from what seemed like an open invitation for an office-canteen brawl. I didn’t want to amplify the ignominy further.

To be called CHINESE, not because of ignorance but for the sheer purpose of humiliating one had me mull over it day and night, so much so I feel like an alien in my own country more than ever. The thought really disturbs me. It dwells in one’s psyche especially when one is a thousand miles away from home and is the only mongoloid looking individual in an office having nearly a thousand work-forces. The arduous task of voicing racial discrimination is like wielding a double edged sword.

While the perpetrators and their acts will be condemned, it also exposed the victim’s vulnerable side, of appearing weak and helpless. It is this dilemma that discouraged many to even talk about it and instead chose to look strong and powerful enough to dismissed off the issue.

In the second instance, I’d just passed by a colleague who called me ‘Hey Chinese’ out of nowhere. He is a quite, shy and usually friendly guy.

I am the least intimidated by someone of his nature and physique. In fact he has my sympathy for his soft spoken nature. In both the instances, I honestly didn’t know how to even respond. If you want to make fun of a person, there are 100 ways of doing that. Why should we make fun of people based on their caste, creed, colour or looks? Unlike the many incidents I had encountered earlier, with people who had no idea an Indian could look like me, my experiences in the above mentioned two instances were with people supposed to have a general awareness expected of a Graduate or above. It cannot be ignorance of my nationality, since both are aware of my home state.

I failed to understand the motive behind them calling me Chinese.

These incidents of mine may be the most civilized racial discrimination on the North East people. I can choose to be silent on it. But it is time, these issues get highlighted; to at least send a message to people around that, ‘North East India and its people with different looks should be respected and accepted as they are and the diverse culture, history and geography of India should be well inculcated in the minds of everyone including our children.’

The fact that perpetrators of this whole menace involved supposedly respectable and educated people makes one wonder as to whether it is the frustration of India lacking behind China in many ways or the blooming growth of North East people in the service sectors across the country that resulted in the increased outburst of discriminatory remarks, which is carefully masked in jokes and loose comments. Either way, we cannot pour out our frustrations by branding people as Chinese, knowing well that they are not. On a lighter note, It is more so offensive to the neighbouring country. We have a long way to go before we can compare ourselves to China. In fact many manufactured goods sold in India are wholly or partially made in China.

Their advancement in military, space and economy is also unmatched by us. In that logic, an Indian being called a Chinese should not be that offensive. The reverse could be. Many then asked our madness on being called Chinese. As Rahul, a friend from Bihar puts it, “Haokip, why do you all take the Chinese remark so offensive. Aren’t they better than India in many ways?” It is only an issue of how, who, why and when that matters. It is the intention that is important. Moreover the discrimination Northeasterners faced had the choicest of discriminatory words like chinky, chowmein and momo etc flung at them.

The culprits of racial discrimination against the Northeasterners, though, are not restricted to the educated lots alone. Ten years ago, one fine evening, as I waited for a Bus at Mehdipatnam Hyderabad, a pani puri seller nearby yelled out, “Hey Chinese, pani puri khalo. Bahut bariya hain.” (Hey Chinese! Come have pani puri. It tastes superb) I replied, “Main Indian hun. NE se hain.” (I am not a Chinese. I am from

NE India.) He Said, “Wo toh pata hain.” (I know you are from North East). I was dumbfounded. What possible gratification could he derived by calling me that, I wondered.

The northeasterners are victims to racial abuses from all types of people; rich or poor, educated or illiterate and North or South. There are countless numbers of experiences faced by most NE people outside the NorthEast, most of which are silently swept under the carpet. This unspeakable difficulty to comprehend how we are made to feel in actual fact is the hardest part. Honest mistakes do happened and they are meted with equal humour. It is a fact that the idea that is India, with its beautiful diversity is unknown to many. The sad part is- our inability, as Indian to avoid the flirtatious idea of rebuking our brethrens just because they look, eat or dress different.

The North Eastern part of India is strategically very important to India. It is this frontier which shielded India from China, a country which is not India’s best ally. Most people would not be able to fathom what consequences would befall us if North East India falls under foreign control. Interestingly, there are numerous Organisations aspiring Self-Governance or Sovereignty in the region. The Government of India is investing considerable amount of resources and spending huge amount of money to contain this movement and the people that you branded foreigners are mostly the patriotic lots from the region who proudly sing “Jana Gana Mana” and say “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” with honour.

One should also remember that it is these “Chinki”or “Chinese” looking brethrens of the North East that fearlessly protect our border and their braveries in many wars for India are well documented. To those people who think Northeasterners are only to be rebuked, I would like to caution them- the next time you see a North-Eastern person, try thanking him/her for protecting the integrity of the country instead of calling him a Chinese, as branding him/her a foreigner would tantamount to you supporting the militant-movement in the North East which main agenda is to secede from India, apart from the fact that discriminatory remarks based on one’s origin, culture and appearance can attract legal punishment under relevant IPC. T S Haokip, Mumbai

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f late, environment has received a lot of attention. Not only intellectuals but even the ordinary men and women are becoming aware of the need to have a clean environment.

As a result, what is detrimental to environment is opposed today. Hundreds of developmental projects which are blind to environmental concerns are objected by the general public. ‘Save Narmada Agitation’ that is currently going on in western India is a shining example in this respect.

In its simplest connotation, the term ‘environment’ means the surrounding habitat of man. In its widest sense, it refers to the entire earth with its green forests, vast oceans, the layers of air and oxygen, etc. In its narrowest meaning, environment means the immediate surroundings of man – his home, work place, market, neighbourhood, etc. It also includes the atmosphere in which he lives. The importance of good and clean environment cannot be described adequately.

According to many scientists, the factor which influences the growth of individuals most is environment. But unfortunately, the various elements of environment such as, air, water, land, etc., are polluted and contaminated.

Urbanisation, industrialisation and overcrowded living have primarily been responsible for this menace. Pollution is also caused by vehicles,

supersonic jets, smoke-producing factories, radio-active elements, etc. The careless dumping of solid wastes by households, factories, markets, commercial centres, etc., in the open places, streets and in the rivers have further aggravated the problem.

The polluted environment is a health hazard and causes several diseases and ailments.

It ruins our chances of survival. Hence, an all-out attempt must be made to have a clean environment. This requires several corrective and preventive measures. One of the best ways to have a clean environment is to plant more trees.

Human beings, factories and vehicles pollute the air with carbon dioxide, monoxide and poisonous gases. But the oxygen which the trees give out lessens their harmful effect.

Secondly, pollution caused by the dumping of wastes in streets, rivers, living places must be stopped at all cost.

This calls for all individual and community efforts.

The recent Supreme Court order in India, to close down those factories which dump their wastes in the Ganges is indeed a right step in the right direction.

Thus, on the whole, people are becoming aware of the vital need to have a good and clean environment. The awakening of the general masses in this respect is a welcome sign and would make our world a better place to live in.

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Whenever there is a call for some protest or the other, many people who make a hue and cry fail to turn up on the event. Couple of days back when there was a rally at Super Market against CAA, the turnout was pretty disappointing, considering the fact that a lot of comments were being circulated in the social media. Many commentators on social media tend to speak big words but fail to actually execute that into action. We keep talking about unity and solidarity but fail to measure up to the same and this needs to change.

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penetrative sexual assault against minors.

It had held trial for the offences of rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment, drugging of minors, criminal intimidation among other charges.

Thakur and employees of his shelter home, as well as Bihar department of social welfare officials were charged with criminal

conspiracy, neglect of duty and failure to report assault on the girls.

The charges also included offence of cruelty to child under their authority, punishable under the Juvenile Justice Act. The court had reserved order on September 30, 2019 after final arguments by the CBI counsel and 20 accused in the case in which former Bihar Social Welfare Minister and the then JD(U) leader Manju Verma also faced flak as allegations surfaced that Thakur had links with her husband.

She had resigned from her post on August 8, 2018.

The case was transferred on February 7, 2019 from a local court in Muzaffarpur in Bihar to a POCSO court at Saket district court complex in Delhi on the Supreme Court’s directions.

Convict claims innocence, threatens to commit suicide inside jail

A Delhi court on Monday witnessed high drama after pronouncement of judgment in the case of physical and sexual assault of several girls in a shelter home in Bihar’s Muzaffarpur, when one of the convicts threatened to commit suicide inside jail.

Just as Kulshrestha convicted key accused and local politician Brajesh Thakur and 18 others in the case, convict Ravi Roshan, the former child protection officer Muzaffarpur, broke down inside the courtroom. “I have not done any of the crimes told by you. I have not committed such

shameful acts on the girls. You are sending me to jail for these acts. I will commit suicide inside the jail,” he told the judge.

“Where is his counsel? I request the investigating officer and the jail authorities to please take him out,” the judge said, adding, “You can approach the higher court against this judgment. It is your right.” He was held guilty for the offences of aggravated penetrative sexual assault under POCSO Act, criminal conspiracy, rape, gang rape, causing hurt, abetment to rape under IPC and section 75 of Juvenile Justice Act.

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NEW DELHI, JAN 20 (PTI): The ED has arrested NRI businessman C C Thampi in connection with its money laundering probe against Robert Vadra, the son-in-law of Congress chief Sonia Gandhi, and absconding arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari in a case related to acquisition of alleged illegal assets abroad, officials said on Monday.

Thampi is stated to be “controlling” a Dubaibased company Sky Light.

In 2009, Bhandari’s firm Santech FZE purchased a London asset from a private company, which was acquired by Sky Light.

Vadra is alleged to have acquired this London-

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based asset, and few purported emails between him and Bhandari, regarding renovation of this flat, are part of the evidence in the case. The agency claims Thampi met Vadra through

an aide of his mother-inlaw and Congress president Sonia Gandhi, while the latter reportedly told the Enforcement Directorate that he only met him on board an Emirates flight some years ago.

Thampi, during his earlier grilling session with the ED, claimed that Vadra had stayed at the Bryanston Square property in London. Vadra, in his statement made to the agency, denied Thampi’s claim.

The agency arrested Thampi on Friday under the provision of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) after he was summoned in the case, they said.

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(From p-1) He also maintained that the north east has the potential in becoming a major hot spot for building sportsperson to become world class players.

Neikha also expressed the hope that the Ministry of Youth Affair’s & Sports/Donor and NEC will continue to provide financial support to host such a tournament, so as to up-lift sports in the NE, and enable northeast to produce promising and excellent sportspersons in the future.

Harmonic Voice presented a special song while State Chaplain, Rev. Kuzierang Thou invoked God’s blessings for the Tournament. All the eight north-eastern states are Defence Minister Rajnath Singh shakes hands with Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio during a meeting in New Delhi, Monday. (PIB/PTI) competing in the eight-day football tournament.

DCCF, DVFFAC resent inaction... SAD won’t fight Delhi poll amid differences with BJP over CAA

(From p-1) In response, the EAC, in a letter to deputy commissioner (DC) Dimapur on November 4, 2019, said the joint complaint had “been duly examined and observed that the case is in the jurisdiction of the MGNREGA Ombudsman, Dimapur District, as mandated under section 30, schedule 1 of MGNREGA Act.” The members mentioned that they had approached DC four times – first, on November 16 and second time in the same month – but the latter denied them audience by saying he was busy.

On their third visit, the members claimed that the DC mentioned that he would look into the representation. And during their fourth visit in the first week of January this year, DCCF and DVFFAC members said DC mentioned that he had already endorsed the case to EAC (sadar).

But when they approached the EAC (sadar), they were told that their appeal would to be taken up by SDO (sadar).

DCCF and DVFFAC said the SDO (Sadar) assured them that he would call both parties and resolve the case within C C Thampi (File) one week. But, till now the matter had not been addressed, they alleged. Decrying the attitude of the district adminis- NEW DELHI, JAN 20 tration, both the organisations regretted that they had been (AGENCIES): The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), a forced to go from pillar to post without getting justice. member of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance at the Centre, has decided DIMAPUR: State deputy chief minister and Nagaland not to contest Delhi AsBJP legislature party leader, Y Patton, has congratulated JP sembly Election 2020 amid Nadda on being elected as BJP’s national president. differences with the saffron In his congratulatory note, Patton said that Nadda’s party over seat-sharing and vast knowledge in organisational skills would be an asset its stand on the citizenship to the party and exuded confidence that the “clean image law and NRC. leader” would steer the party to reach new heights. Patton, Addressing a press on behalf of the state BJP legislators, karyakartas and party conference, Manjinder leaders, congratulated Nadda and wished him good health, Singh Sirsa of Shiromani strength and wisdom.

Akali Dal today said the

to convey his condolences on Monday morning.

“In the passing of Shri Shamsher Singh Surjewala, we have lost a popular & respected Congressman who worked tirelessly in the service of India’s farmers & the development of Haryana.

My condolences to his family & friends. Om Shanti,” Gandhi tweeted.

Former Haryana chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda also condoled his demise and said he was sad on hearing the news.

“My tribute to the departed soul. May God give peace to his soul and strength to the family to bear this grief,” he said.

Haryana Congress chief Kumari Selja said,”Deeply pained at the demise of former Haryana Congress chief, former Rajya Sabha MP and former Haryana minister Shamsher Singh Surjewala.

Akali Dal believes NRC should not be implemented.

“We have never demanded that any one religion be excluded from this act. Shiromani Akali Dal and BJP have an old relationship but after stand

by Sukhbir Badal ji on CAA which was to include people from all the religions, BJP leadership wanted us to reconsider this stand. So, we decided to not fight these polls instead of changing our stand,” Sirsa added.

The ties between BJP and Shiromani Akali Dal strained as the saffron party wanted the Akali Dal candidates to contest under its symbol - the lotus. The parties used the same strategy in 2015 Delhi election when two of four candidates contested under BJP symbol. However, none of the four managed to win their seats.

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Additional Sessions Judge Saurabh Kulshreshtha convicted Thakur for aggravated sexual assault under the POCSO Act and gangrape.

The shelter home was run by Thakur, former MLA of Bihar People’s Party (BPP). The court acquitted one of the accused, who included 12 men and eight women.

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NEW DELHI/CHANDIGARH, JAN 20 (PTI): Veteran Congress leader Shamsher Singh Surjewala passed away in Delhi on Monday following prolonged illness.

He was 87.

Surjewala, father of party leader Randeep Surjewala, breathed his last at the AIIMS hospital in New Delhi this morning, family sources said.

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The additional availability of funds may be spent on key infrastructure projects which can be implemented quickly. This is likely to have a significant multiplier effect on the economy”, Uday Kotak, President-Designate, CII, said in the CII Budget presentation, adding that in subsequent years there can be a glide path to converge

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New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANS): The fiscal deficit for FY20 and its roadmap for FY21 could be heading towards a recalibration with the February Budget slated to hint at the targeted 3 per cent fiscal deficit for the next financial year be pushed to 2022-23, people associated with the developments said.

“Fiscal deficit roadmap and numbers are likely to be revised for current and next fiscal. Budget is likely to announce the recalibration of the 3% fiscal deficit target for FY21 as estimated under the Medium Term Fiscal Policy (MTFP) to be pushed to 2022-23 instead of 2020-21 and for FY20, the target of 3.3% could now be touching 3.8%.The fiscal deficit for 2020-21 could now be expected at 3.9%-4%”, sources said .

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In early trade on Monday, the rupee opened on a weak note and declined 4 paise to 71.12 against the US dollar.

In the international market, gold and silver were trading with gains at USD 1,560 per ounce and USD 18.05 per ounce, respectively.

Another figure that shows growing inequality in the country is that the wealth of top 9 billionaires is equivalent to the wealth of the bottom 50 per cent of the population.

Persistent inequality has negative implications for macroeconomic stability and inclusive economic growth.

Wealth concentrations can lead to decision-making power being restricted to a few while also resulting in significant adverse social impacts such as rising crime, the report noted.

“Rising inequality also compromises the pace of poverty reduction and compounds inequalities between various social groups such as men and women in terms of access to health, education, and opportunities,” it said.

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In a lacklustre trade, silver prices also rose marginally by Rs 7 to Rs 47,863 per kg from Rs 47,856 per kg in the past trading.

“Spot gold for 24 Karat in Delhi was trading marginally up by Rs 4,” HDFC Securities Senior Analyst (Commodities) Tapan Patel said.

Mumbai, Jan 20 (IANS): A recent report on Monday showed that India’s richest 1 per cent of the population hold 42.5 per cent of national wealth while the bottom 50 per cent, the majority of the population, owns a mere 2.8 per cent.

According to an Oxfam report, India’s top 10 per cent of the population holds 74.3 per cent of the total national wealth while the bottom 90 percent holds 25.7 percent of national wealth.

The report said that the number of billionaires since the global financial crisis has nearly doubled with a new billionaire created every two days.

“Over the last year, the total wealth of India has increased by US$ 625.5 billion.The wealth of the top 1 per cent increased by 46 per cent while the bottom 50 per cent saw wealth increase at just 3 per cent.,” the report said.

Analysis of billionaire wealth showed that there are 15 billionaires from the consumer goods industry and more than 10 billionaires from the pharmaceuticals industry in 2019.

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New Delhi, Jan 20 (PTI): Gold witnessed a muted trend on Monday and rose marginally by Rs 4 to Rs 40,748 per 10 gram in the national capital, according to HDFC Securities.

The precious metal had closed at Rs 40,744 per 10 gram in the previous trade.

New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANS): India’s domestic air passenger traffic rose 3.74 per cent in 2019 on a year-on-year basis, as per official data released on Monday.

According to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), passengers ferried by domestic airlines during the said year rose to 14.41 crore as against 13.89 crore for the corresponding period of the previous year.

However, on a sequential basis, the 2019 growth rate was far lower than the 18.60 per cent increase in passenger traffic during 2018.

“In 2019, we faced headwinds on account of Jet Airways but 2020 is going to be different and the double-digit growth should be back sooner rather than later,” a senior DGCA official said.

As per the DGCA data, air passenger traffic growth rate in December 2019 rose a mere 2.56 per cent to 1.30 crore from 1.26 crore for the corresponding month of the previous fiscal.

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payment against its V-SAT and ISP licences for the period between 2005-06 and 2018-19.

“We have received a demand notice for paying payments by January 23.

We plan to challenge it in TDSAT,” Oil India CMD Sushil Chandra Mishra told media at an event.

Telecom companies Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea and Tata Tele are set to file at Supreme Court again through a curative petition to seek relief in the payment of overdue levies and interest.

On January 17, the Supreme Court had rejected their review plea against its judgment on the payment of AGR amounting to nearly Rs 1 lakh crore. These companies will file a plea seeking modification of the AGR judgment.

The Supreme Court’s October 24 order states that non-telecom revenues earned by firms using spectrum by the government should be considered for calculating statutory dues.

The DoT has totalled all the revenues earned by a company in the last 15 years and raised the demand.

India’s richest 1% hold over 40% of national wealth: Report

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New Delhi, Jan 20 (PTI): Federal Bank on January 20 posted 32.1 per cent increase in net profit at Rs 440.64 crore for December quarter 2019-20.

The private sector lender registered a profit of Rs 333.63 crore in the yearago period.

Total income also improved to Rs 3,738.22 crore during the third quarter as against Rs 3,299.96 crore in the year-ago period, Federal Bank said in a regulatory filing.

Gross non-performing assets (NPAs) declined to 2.99 per cent of the total advances during the quarter, compared with 3.14 per cent at the end of the third quarter of 2018-19.

Net NPAs of the bank also fell to 1.63 per cent of the total assets in OctoberDecember 2019 as against 1.72 per cent a year ago.

New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANS): The Department of Telecom has raised a demand of Rs 48,457 crore as AGR (Adjusted Gross Revenue) dues from Oil India to be paid by January 23.

“Demand notice has been sent to Oil India. It is around Rs 48,500 crore”, said a source.

The share price of Oil India dropped 4.24% after the news. Many PSU and government entities such as Oil India, NHAI, Indian Railways and Power Grid Corporation use optic fibre from the DoT’s networks under IP and ISP licences.

As per SC order, the dues are to be computed from their parent revenue not just coming out of the communication-related services.

Earlier state-owned natural gas processing and distribution company AGAIL was issued a Rs 1.72 lakh crore payment demand under AGR for its on IP-1 and IP-2 licences as well as Internet Service Provider (ISP) licence. The Department had also sent fertiliser PSU GNFC a demand notice seeking Rs 15,019 crore in additional

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ing currencies also weighed on rupee,” said V K Sharma, Head PCG and Capital Markets Strategy, HDFC Securities.

Forex traders said the near term focus will remain on crude oil prices and foreign fund flows ahead of the Budget. So far this month, overseas investors have bought USD 1.71 billion in domestic equities while selling debt worth USD 1.13 billion.

“This week the focus of the market will be on the World Economic Forum. Trump’s speech at the forum will be closely watched for any geopolitical maneuvers, as he has kept few trade related questions lingering,” said Rahul Gupta, Head of ResearchCurrency, Emkay Global Financial Services.

The dollar index, which gauges the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies, rose by 0.08 per cent to 97.68.

The 10-year Indian government bond yield was at 6.65 per cent.

“On the domestic front, no major economic data is expected to be released but market participants will be taking cues from the policy statements that will be released from Japan and Euro zone,” said Gaurang Somaiyaa, Forex & Bullion Analyst, Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

Meanwhile, on the domestic market front, the 30-share BSE Sensex gave up intra-day gains to settle 416.46 points, or 0.99 per cent, lower at 41,528.91.

Likewise, the broader NSE Nifty sank 127.80 points, or 1.03 per cent, to 12,224.55.

Foreign institutional investors bought equities worth Rs 264.26 crore on a net basis on Friday, according to provisional exchange data. The Financial Benchmark India Private Ltd (FBIL) set the reference rate for the rupee/dollar at 71.0436 and for rupee/euro at 79.1374.

Domestic air passenger traffic up nearly 4%

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Mumbai, Jan 20 (PTI): The rupee slipped 3 paise to close at 71.11 against the US dollar on Monday, tracking a steady rise in crude oil prices and weakness in domestic equities.

Forex traders said the drop in the rupee was largely due to a spurt in crude oil prices following rising tensions in the Middle East and North Africa.

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the local currency opened on a weak note at 71.07 and fell further to a low of 71.15.

It finally settled at 71.11, lower by 3 paise against its previous close.

The domestic unit had settled at 71.08 against the American currency on Friday. Global crude benchmark Brent was trading 0.56 per cent higher at USD 65.21 per barrel on supply concerns after exports from Libya were blocked after a pipeline was shut down by armed forces and a strike at a key oil field in Iraq hit output.

“Indian rupee opened with minor gains but gave away all its gains amid lower domestic equities and higher crude oil prices. The strength in dollar against major trad-

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Pak urges US to get it out of FATF grey list

ISLAMABAD, JAN 20 (PTI): Pakistan has urged the US to support its bid to exit from the grey list of the FATF ahead of a key meeting of the international terror financing watchdog in Beijing in which it will scrutinise Islamabad’s efforts to adopt stricter laws against terror financing and money laundering.

A Pakistani delegation arrived in Beijing on Sunday for the three-day face-to-face talks with the Financial Action Task Force Working Group that would start on January 21. The briefing will go over whether Pakistan has complied with an earlier agenda presented to it by the Paris-based financial task force, The News reported.

The Pakistani delegation is being led by Minister for Economic Affairs Division Hammad Azhar and comprises representatives of National Counter Terrorism Authority (Nacta), the foreign ministry, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), among others.

The FATF in October decided to keep Pakistan on

File photo of Financial Action Task Force meeting.

its ‘Grey’ list for failure to curb funnelling of funds to terror groups LeT, JeM and others.

If not removed off the list by April, Pakistan may move to a blacklist of countries that face severe economic sanctions, such as Iran.

Pakistan has submitted a 650-page review report to the FATF on January 8.

The report was submitted in response to 150 questions raised by the FATF regarding new Pakistani policies

on money laundering. The report outlined the steps taken by Pakistan between October 2019 to January 2020 to implement the group’s recommendations.

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi at a media briefing in Washington on Friday said that Pakistan hoped the US would back its efforts to get it off the list at the FATF’s Beijing meeting, the Dawn newspaper reported.

“This meeting is very important for us as it leads

‘We’re too small to retaliate’: Malaysian PM Mahathir after India’s palm oil boycott LANGKAWI/MALAYSIA, JAN 20 (AGENCIES): Malaysia will not take retaliatory trade action against India over its boycott of palm oil purchases amid a political row between the two countries, Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Monday.

India, the world’s largest edible oil buyer, this month effectively halted imports from its largest supplier and the world’s secondbiggest producer in response to comments from Mahathir attacking India’s domestic policies. “We are too small to take retaliatory action,” Mahathir told reporters in Langkawi, a resort island off the western coast of Malaysia. “We have to find ways and means to overcome that,” he added.

The 94-year-old pre-

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mier of Muslim-majority Malaysia has criticised New Delhi’s new citizenship law and also accused India of invading Kashmir.

Mahathir again criticised India’s citizenship law on Monday, saying he believed it was “grossly unfair”. India has been Malaysia’s largest palm oil market for the past five years, presenting the Southeast Asian

country with a major challenge in finding new buyers for its palm oil.

Benchmark Malaysian palm futures fell nearly 10% last week, their biggest weekly decline in more than 11 years. New Delhi is also unhappy with Malaysia’s refusal to revoke permanent resident status for controversial Indian Islamic preacher Zakir Naik, who has lived in Malaysia for about three years and faces charges of money laundering and hate speech in India. Mahathir said even if the Indian government guarantees a fair trial, Naik faces the real threat of vigilante action and that Malaysia will only relocate the preacher if it can find a third country where he would be safe.

to a plenary meeting in Paris in April where the world body will decide whether Pakistan remains on the list or is taken off,” he said.

Qureshi concluded his three-day visit to the US on Friday after a series of meetings with key US lawmakers and officials, including Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and National Security Adviser Robert O’Brien.

The foreign minister spent the week touring Iran, Saudi Arabia and the US on

a diplomatic mission meant to defuse tensions between Washington and Tehran.

At his news briefing, Qureshi also urged the US to review its travel advisories for Pakistan and encourage investments in the country.

US travel advisories still present Pakistan as a country Americans should avoid travelling because of terrorism threats.

Asked why the FATF’s Beijing meeting was important, Qureshi said that decisions taken in China’s capital would also impact the Force’s Paris plenary, which would decide whether Pakistan stayed in or was taken off the grey list.

“We want our American friends to tell us what’s their policy,” he said. “You share with us what measures you have taken or intend to.”

The minister acknowledged that removal from the FATF list could not happen overnight, but said that the US could enhance its engagements with Pakistan while waiting for the removal.

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Coronavirus spreads: 3rd death in China

Travelers wear face masks as they walk outside of the Beijing Railway Station on Monday.

BEIJING, JAN 20 (AFP): A mysterious SARS-like virus has killed a third person, spread around China and reached a third Asian country, authorities said on Monday, fuelling fears of a major outbreak as millions begin travelling for the Lunar New Year in humanity’s biggest migration.

The new coronavirus strain, first discovered in the central Chinese city of Wuhan, has caused alarm because of its connection to Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), which killed nearly 650 people across mainland China and Hong Kong in 2002-2003.

Wuhan has 11 million inhabitants and serves as a major transport hub, including during the annual Lunar New Year holiday which begins later this week and sees hundreds of millions of Chinese people travel across the country to visit family.

A third person was confirmed to have died and 136 new cases were found over the weekend in Wuhan, the local health commission said, taking the total number of people to have been diagnosed with the virus in China to 201.

South Korea on Monday reported its first case -- a 35-year-old woman who

flew in from Wuhan. Thailand and Japan have previously confirmed a total of three cases -- all of whom had visited the Chinese city.

No human-to-human transmission has been confirmed so far, but authorities have previously said the possibility “cannot be excluded”.

Health authorities in Beijing’s Daxing district said two people who had travelled to Wuhan were treated for pneumonia linked to the virus and are in stable condition.

In southern Guangdong province, a 66-yearold Shenzhen man was quarantined on January 11 after contracting a fever and showing other symptoms following a trip to visit relatives in Wuhan, the provincial health commission said. He is also in stable condition.

Shenzhen officials said another eight people were under medical observation.

“Experts believe that the current epidemic situation is still preventable and controllable,” the Guangdong health commission said.

Iran warns of ‘final step’ on nuclear deal

TEHRAN, JAN 20 (IANS): Iran on Monday Iran said it could take a “final and more effective” step concerning its nuclear deal if the other parties remain in default of their contractual obligations towards Tehran.

“If this trend continues, Iran will take this effective step,” Press TV quoted Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi as saying at a press conference.

Since May 2019, Iran has been gradually reducing its commitments to the 2015 agreement, which is officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

The countermeasures came in response to the US’ withdrawal from the deal last year, its resumption of anti-Iranian sanctions, and refusal by Washingtonaligned deal partners -- the

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UK, France, and Germany -- to guarantee Iran’s business interests under the JCPOA after the sanctions returned.

As part of the retaliatory steps, Iran stopped recognizing the limits set by the deal on the level of its enrichment activities and

the volume of its heavy water reservoir. On January 5, however, the country said it would no longer observe any operational limitations on its nuclear industry, whether concerning the capacity and level of uranium enrichment, the volume of stockpiled uranium or research and development.

The decision came two days after an American drone attack killed Iranian Major General Qasem Soleimani in Baghdad.

Mousavi on Monday said so far the countermeasures that have been taken by the Islamic Republic have

been meant “to strike a balance” between the quality of Iran’s commitment to the JCPOA and the way others honour the accord.

Amid their continued violation of the JCPOA, the European trio even decided to formally trigger a dispute settlement mechanism featured in the deal that saw them accusing Iran of flouting the agreement.

Mousavi said, though, that despite the “betrayal” perpetrated by some European states, “the door to negotiation with them has not been closed yet”, adding” “The ball is in their court.”

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D.O.B 04-07-1996 – D.O.D 09-01-2020 We, the family members of Late Mhalo would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who helped us physically, mentally, financially, materially and prayerfully during the prolonged illness and demise of our beloved daughter.

Though we couldn’t thank each and every one of you separately; Your prayers and presence will always be remembered. May the Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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LATE KHAZÜ RITSE (05/10/1949-13/01/2020) I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. (2 TIMOTHY 4:7) With utmost gratitude, we the family members and relatives of beloved LATE KHAZÜ RITSE would like to express heartfelt gratitude to all far and near who stood by and supported us physically, financially, materially and prayerfully during our Dad’s prolonged illness and till his demise on the 13th January 2020 at Naga Hospital Kohima. Your kind sympathy, prayers and help in many ways will always be remembered with deep gratitude. It is our sincere prayer that God bless you all abundantly.

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We, the bereaved family of Lt. Z Shetoni Shohe would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the individuals, friends, relatives and well wishers who supported us through prayers, financially, materially, morally and physically during her illness and sad demise on 10th Jan' 2020.

Our indebtness goes to :1. Naga Student's Union Mumbai (N.S.U).

2. Naga Christian Fellowship Mumbai.

3. Friends of Mumbai.

4. Philimi Baptist Church 5. Mishikito Baptist Church 6. Philimi Welfare Dimapur 7. Philimi Welfare Kohima 8. Philimi Student's Union Dimapur 9. JNV Kohima School Friends.

We deeply regret our inability to mention each and every individual, but we pray that Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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04/12/1975 – 22/12/2019 We, the bereaved family members of LATE S. ZUBENI LOTHA would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all those who stood by us in the short period of her illness and demise. We would like to express our special thanks to: 1. Kohima Lotha Baptist Church 2. United Welfare Women Society 3. Lower PWD Panchayat 4. Kohima Pangti Randan Khumshum 5. C. Vanchamo Ngullie & Family.

6. Kohima Elumyo Ekhung 7. Midland Randan Ekum 8. PWD Randan Ekum 9. Supervisor NL Civil Secretariat & Staff 10. Elumyo Yanpoe Yanpia 11. Doctors & Nurses, NHAK 12. Panti Baptist Church 13. Midland Youth 14. Well wishers & Friends Loving Husband & Children K-176

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‘Parasite’, Joaquin win big at SAG Awards Full list of winners

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arasite and Joaquin Phoenix were among the big winners at the 2020 Screen Actors Guild (SAG)Awards.

Parasite was the winner of the big prize of the night – Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture – becoming the first foreign language film to take home the award.

Phoenix was named Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for his part in Joker.

Renée Zellweger won the Female Actor in a Leading Role prize for Judy, while the supporting gongs went to Brad Pitt and Laura Dern for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and Marriage Story, respectively.

The wins cement the four stars as frontrunners of the Oscars next month, while the ensemble prize is a boost for Parasite‘s Best Picture prospects.

On the TV side of things, Phoebe WallerBridge won the Outstand-

ing Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series for Fleabag, while the Drama equivalent went to Jennifer Aniston for The Morning Show.

It was also a good night for Game of Thrones, which won the Male Actor in a Drama Series for Peter Dinklage and the Stunt Ensemble prize too. The Marvelous Mrs Maisel also won two gongs – Ensemble in a Comedy Series and Male Actor in a Comedy Series for Tony Shaloub.

Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture: Parasite Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role: Renée Zellweger (Judy) Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role: Joaquin Phoenix (Joker) Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries: Sam Rockwell (Fosse/ Verdon) Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: The Crown Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series: Peter Dinklage (Game of Thrones) Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series: Jennifer Aniston (The Morning Show) Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries: Michelle Williams (Fosse/Verdon) Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role: Brad Pitt (Once Upon a Time in Hollywood) Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role: Laura Dern (Marriage Story) Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series: Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag) Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series: Tony Shalhoub (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture: Avengers: Endgame Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Comedy or Drama Series: Game of Thron es.

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Differently-abled Kousalya wins Rs 1 cr on KBC Tamil

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ousalya Kharthika has become the first-ever differently-abled contestant to bag the jackpot prize money of Rs 1 crore on “Kodeeswari” -- the Tamil version of the reality game show “Kaun Banega Crorepati”.

Kousalya Kharthika, 31, hails from Madurai, suffers from speech and hearing impairment and communicates through vibrations and lip-reading.

On becoming a crorepati on “Kodeeswari”, Kousalya said: “I have

always depended on my family members for my day-to-day life. But right from my childhood I have been determined to learn and excel in whatever I do.

“I am more than honoured to be a part of this iconic game show, and equally proud to tell the world that ‘I am now a Kodeeswari’.”

“Kodeeswari” is being hosted by veteran actress Radikaa Sarathkumar, who was overjoyed at Kousalya’s achievement.

“Many congratulations to Kousalya who has created history today with her knowledge and determination. I must say that I am lucky to have met her and experienced her incredible win. Her success is truly an inspiration and will motivate many others.

I wish her all the best in life and hope that this achievement helps her make a positive difference in her life,” Radika said.

The show airs on Colors Tamil.

(IANS)

Ajay Devgan thanks Army, Navy and Salman, SRK, Katrina, Priyanka among celebs at Mumbai Police gala Air Force chiefs for watching ‘Tanhaji’

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ctor-producer Ajay Devgan expressed gratitude to the three military chiefs of the nation -- Army, Navy and Air Force -- for watching his latest film “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior”. “Honoured to spend an evening with the three Chiefs. Thank you all for the love given to Tanhaji,” Ajay tweeted.

The screening was held in Delhi on Sunday evening. Harinder Sikka, author of “Calling Sehmat” on which “Raazi” was based, was also present.

Ajay’s tweet cames in the wake of Sikka’s post on Twitter that read: “#Tanhaji creates history. The Three Chief of Military, The Navy Chief, The Army Chief, The Air Chief together watch @ajaydevgn, @itsKajolD spectacular, spell binding film on India’s National Hero in Delhi. Don’t miss it friends. It’s out of this world.” In a separate tweet, Sikka: “It was my privilege to be part of Military tribute to great Indian warrior #Tanaji. Present on stage were Chief of Army, Navy & Air Staffs along with serving & retd military officers. Film should become a folklore. @ajaydevgn @

itsBhushanKumar, @itsKajolD.” “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior” is creating a storm at the box office. The movie, which hit theatres on January 10, has collected over Rs 150 crores within just 10 days of release, and the buzz is it could end up as the biggest hit in Ajay Devgn’s career.

Trade analyst Taran Adarsh tweeted the film’s domestic collections after its second weekend: “#Tanhaji has a smashing Weekend 2... Returns to top form on (second) Sat and Sun... #Blockbuster in #Maharashtra... Should cross 200 cr in Week 3... Will be first double century of 2020... (Week 2) Fri 10.06 cr, Sat 16.36 cr, Sun 22.12 cr. Total: ? 167.45 cr. #India biz.”

The historical drama chronicles the story of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s Subedar Tanaji Malusare, who sacrificed his life reclaiming the Sinhagad Fort from Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s forces.

The Om Raut directorial stars Ajay Devgn in the title role along with Saif Ali Khan, Kajol and Sharad Kelkar in key roles.

(IANS)

NME Awards 2020: Glastonbury’s Eavis to be crowned Godlike Genius

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lastonbury organiser Emily Eavis will be crowned as this year’s Godlike Genius at the NME Awards 2020.

Today sees the full list of nominations for the NME Awards 2020 revealed, with Eavis the first winner to be announced ahead of the ceremony at London’s O2 Academy Brixton on February 12 where she’ll be honoured alongside the best music and culture of the last 12 months. Eavis follows in the footsteps of the likes K Y M C

of Blondie, U2, The Cure, Coldplay and the Pet Shop Boys in receiving the Godlike Genius Award. We’ll be celebrating her outstanding contribution to Glastonbury in its 50th year, after having the baton passed to her by her father, Glasto founder Michael Eavis, who himself was named Godlike Genius in 1996. When Emily picks up the award on the night, she will be the first nonperformer to do so in almost 20 years. “This festival has had so many incredible

moments over its 50 years, ones that will stay with us forever,” said Emily. “Part of the beauty of the event is that it’s brought together by a huge force of great creative masterminds and it’s such a privilege to continue to put this show on and allow it to evolve.

“I remember being at the NME Awards when I was 16 and being so proud to see my dad named Godlike Genius. It’s a huge honour to be given the same award all these years later. Thank you NME.” The NME Editorial Team added: “We’re especially humbled to be able to honour Glastonbury Festival’s Emily Eavis with our Godlike Genius Award. She is, after all, the only person in Britain who throws a better party than we do.”

Balan, Sara Ali Khan, Kartik Aaryan, Varun Dhawan, Anil Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar, and Ananya Panday, who came with her father Chunky Pandey, were also on the guest list, as were Rakul Preet Singh,

Rajkummar Rao, Richa Chadha, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui.

Janhvi Kapoor made heads turn in red. She arrived with her father, producer Boney Kapoor.

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and Manisha Koirala were spotted flashing smiles for the camera. The two actresses were seen bonding at the event.

Raveena Tandon, Shilpa Shetty Kundra, Farah Khan, Riteish Deshmukh,

Arjun Kapoor, Sonu Sood, Jeetendra, Ashutosh Gowariker, Subhash Ghai, Pritam Chakraborty, Kailash Kher, Armaan Malik and Sajid Nadiadwala were also spotted at the event.

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Exes Aniston & Pitt reunite Ray Burton, father of Metallica’s Cliff dies backstage at SAG Awards 2020

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amous exes Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt were photographed sharing a moment backstage after their respective wins at the SAG Awards 2020 on Sunday night.

The couple — who split in 2005 after Pitt had an affair with co-star Angelina Jolie — was snapped going in for a hug and smiling at each other. Pitt, 54, and Jolie, 44, married in 2014, split in 2016 and their divorce was finalized in 2019.

Another photo showed Aniston, 50, touching Pitt’s chest as he held her arm.

Pitt took home the award for Outstanding

Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role for “Once Upon a Time in … Hollywood” and poked fun at his lackluster love life during his speech. Aniston won for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series for “The Morning Show.”

Both Pitt and Aniston have been out and about during this year’s award show circuit in support of their projects.

Over the years, the exes have remained friendly. Pitt attended Aniston’s annual holiday party, as well as her 50th birthday bash in February 2019.

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Ray was known for and was seen attending the Ray also praised Cliff ’s deplaying a major part in ce- band’s concerts as recently termination to become a successful musician. menting Cliff ’s legacy after as 2017.

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Tuensang, Nagaland Newsted. Newsted played with Metallica until 2001, FELICITATION when he was replaced by With immense joy and honour, Robert Trujillo. the Noksen Students’ Union extends In the wake of his son’s our heartiest congratulations to Miss death, Ray remained an Bendangtola N. Chang, daughter of Mr. I. Noksenlemba and Mrs. Asenla for avid follower of Metallica her achievement in winning the title of

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Rev. Mhonyamo Ngullie Rev. Lijamo Kikon The believers of AG Church Wokha Town extend our heartiest congratulations to Rev. LIJAMO KIKON, Sr. Pastor, AG Church Wokha Town and Rev. MHONYAMO NGULLIE, Secretary, Wokha Section, Assemblies of God of East India (AGEI) on being ordained as Reverends at the AGEI 26th Triennial Conference held at Bethesda Celebration Centre, Walford, Dimapur from 7th to 9th January, 2020.

We take this opportunity to congratulate Rev. MOSES MURRY for being re-elected to the post of General Superintendent, AGEI, and Rev. Dr. D. MOHAN, General Superintendent, AG India, Vice Chairman, AG World Mission and Rev. VALSON VARGHESE, Youth Coordinator, AG India for gracing the occasion as the main speakers.

We convey our best wishes to the newly ordained ministers and pray that God will continue to use you mightily to greater heights for the expansion of His kingdom.

CHURCH BOARD, Assembly of God Church, Wokha Town.

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Actor-producer Ajay Devgan, army, navy, airforce chiefs and others.

he Bollywood Alist turned out at the Umang, the annual Mumbai Police show on Sunday evening, as every year. B-Town stars attend the entertainment night every year as a mark of appreciation for and respect to the police force, for their service to the city.

Among celebrities spotted at the do this year were Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Katrina Kaif and Priyanka Chopra.

Salman made a dapper appearance in black suit.

Katrina looked gorgeous in a light-coloured sari while Priyanka made a stunning statement in a blue saree.

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Federer wins at Australian Open

M e l b o u r n e , Ja n 20 (Agencies): Roger Federer showed no sign of rust despite a lack of match practice ahead of the Australian Open as he launched his bid for a record-extending 21st Grand Slam title by hammering Steve Johnson 6-3 6-2 6-2 in the first round on Monday.

Playing his first competitive match since losing to Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas in the ATP Finals in November, the 38-year-old broke his opponent’s serve early in each of the three sets and closed out the match when Johnson hit a return long.

Unlike his main rivals, third seed Federer, who won his last Grand Slam in 2018 at Melbourne Park, opted out of the inaugural ATP Cup in Australia to spend more time with his family before launching his 22nd season on Tour.

In his pre-tournament news conference on Saturday, Federer talked about the importance of getting off to a fast start and he did that against the American, who has not won a set in his three meetings against the Swiss.

Federer broke the American in his first service game to go up 3-0 and never looked back.

Despite blustery conditions, Federer served superbly from the start and hit winners at will against Johnson, who is ranked 75th in the world, and he was as ruthless under the closed roof at the Rod Laver Arena after play was interrupted by rain.

He faced just a single breakpoint in the entire match, hitting 10 aces and 30 winners.

A six-time champion at Melbourne Park, Federer will take on the winner of the match between French qualifier Quentin Halys and Filip Krajinovic of Serbia in the second round.

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Roger Federer returns a shot to Steve Johnson during their first round of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Monday. (AP/PTI)

seed Novak Djokovic was forced to work hard by unwavering German JanLennard Struff in his first match of the Australian Open on Monday before prevailing 7-6(5) 6-2 2-6 6-1 to stay on course for a record-extending eighth title at Melbourne Park.

Defending champion Djokovic got off to a strong start for a 5-2 lead

in the opening set but the German world number 37 fought back to level things at 5-5 before going down in a closely-fought tiebreaker.

The second set proved relatively simpler for the winner of 16 Grand Slam singles titles as he converted two breakpoints while showing the same kind of form that helped him lead Serbia to the inaugural

ATP Cup title before arriving in Melbourne.

Struff continued to persevere, breaking his opponent thrice in the third set, but Djokovic wrested back initiative early in the fourth to set up a second round meeting against either Japanese wildcard Tatsuma Ito or lucky loser Prajnesh Gunneswaran of India.

Serena Williams, Naomi Osaka register wins

Looking for a record 24th Grand Slam singles title, Serena Williams began her campaign at the Australian Open on an emphatic note as she registered a straight-sets victory over Russian teenager Anastasia Potapova in the first round of the competition on Monday.

Seeded No.8, Williams hardly broke any sweat as she ousted Potapova 6-0, 6-3 in a match that lasted less than an hour.

The seven-time Australian Open champion needed just 58 minutes to

CSA 50th Anniversary Celebration Dimapur, Jan 20 (NPN): The Chakhroma Sports Association (CSA) will observe its 50th Anniversary Celebration from January 21 to 25 at Chümoukedima town, Dimapur with Er. Zale Neikha, advisor, Youth Resources & Sports and Zhaleo Rio, advisor, Sericulture, Excise & Minority Affairs as special guests for the inaugural and closing ceremony respectively. The five day celebration will begin with unveiling of monolith. The inaugural programme is scheduled at 9:00 am on January 21which will be followed by Naga-style wrestling (both senior and under-16 category).

The week-long celebration will showcase different sporting events including wrestling, football, volleyball, indoor games, athletics etc.

defeat the former junior Wimbledon champion.

The 38-year-old blasted 24 winners, including nine aces, to Potapova’s 11, and the American claimed more than three-quarters of points off of the 18-year-old Russian’s second serve.

She will now face either Tamara Zidansek of Slovenia or South Korean wildcard Han Na-lae in the second round.

Meanwhile, defending champion Naomi Osaka also defeated Czech star Marie Bouzkova to open play on Rod Laver Arena,

advancing into the second round in straight sets.

T h e Wo r l d N o. 1 surged through a tricky 6-2, 6-4 victory over rising Bouzkova to begin her title defence.

Osaka was playing her first match in Melbourne since winning her second major title over Petra Kvitova one year ago, and played her best tennis in the crucial moments to advance after 80 minutes on Rod Laver Arena.

She will now face China’s Zheng Saisai in the second round.

6TH DEATH ANNIVERSARY LT. VEVOTO RHAKHO (ATO)

Ronaldo creates one problem but solves 100:Sarri Turin, Jan 20 (Agencies): Cristiano Ronaldo sometimes appears to create more problems than he solves but, after another match-winning performance on Sunday, Juventus coach Maurizio Sarri was convinced the latter is true, even if the talisman is not always easy to accommodate.

The 34-year-old has shaken off the knee problems which have bugged him early in the season and on Sunday hit the target for a remarkable seventh Serie A game running as he scored both goals in Juve’s 2-1 win over Parma.

His tally now stands at 16 league goals for the season including 11 in the last seven games and he has helped take Juventus four points clear at the top of Serie A as they chase a ninth successive title.

It was enough for Sarri to quell the doubt that has often been raised about the five-times World Player of the Year: is he worth the trouble of organising the team around him?

“Sometimes, Ronaldo creates a small problem because you know you have a champion in the team and it has to be set up around him but at the same time it solves 100 of them,” said the chain-smoking coach.

“You just have to be clear that everything revolves around him.”

There have been murmurs that Juventus have looked better this season on the few occasions that the Portuguese forward has been absent and the partnership between Argentina pair Gonzalo Higuain and Paulo Dybala has flourished without him.

The two were certainly on form when, without Ronaldo, Juventus thrashed Udinese 4-0 in the Coppa Italia in midweek, combining superbly with three successive one-twos to set up the opening goal for Higuain.

Dimapur, Jan 20 (NPN): The 10th Lotha Football Championship 2020 organised by Wokha District Football Association (WDFA) will be held from January 28 at local ground, Wokha.

Therefore, interested ranges/clubs have been informed to collect registration form from M/s Oren’s Pharmacy, Tsumang Colony (Near Nzanchi Sumo Counter). For further details, contact 9612537227, 8729895526 or 7005214261.

New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANS): Ishant Sharma on Monday hurt his ankle while bowling during a Ranji Trophy game, days before India’s squad announcement for the New Zealand tour.

Playing for Delhi against Vidarbha, Ishant picked up the injury in the fifth over of Vidarbha’s second innings.

It was Ishant’s third over.

Ishant was seen writhing in pain and had to be taken off the ground as he needed medical attention.

Ishant returned figures of 3/45 in Vidarbha’s first essay. Ishant had a swelling in his ankle and won’t be risked in this game. With the squad for the New Zealand tour to be announced soon, Ishant will now have to go to National Cricket Academy to get his RTP (return to play) certificate. India are scheduled to play two Tests in New Zealand from February 21-25 and February 29 to March 4.

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Liverpool go 16 points clear in EPL

Players of Liverpool and Manchester United fight for the ball during their EPL match.

LIVERPOOL, Jan 20 (Agencies): Liverpool came through a high-octane tussle with old rivals Manchester United to win 2-0 at Anfield and move 16 points clear at the top of the table on Sunday, sparking a chorus of “we are going to win the league” from their now expectant fans.

Juergen Klopp’s side, chasing their maiden title in the Premier League era and first in the top flight in 30 years, took a 14th-minute lead from a Virgil van Dijk header but had to wait until stoppage time to put the game to bed through Mohamed Salah.

With a game in hand on second-placed Manchester City, Liverpool’s grip on the title race tightened and while Klopp was not about to echo the euphoric sentiments of the club’s jubilant fans, he was upbeat about his team’s display.

Fo r U n i t e d , w h o battled hard but were outclassed in all departments, it was another reminder of just how much work is ahead of them if they are to get back to being in contention for titles. United boss Solskjaer suffered another blow to his hopes of qualifying for the Champions League with the news that his top scorer Marcus Rashford was not only out for the trip to Anfield but could face several

weeks on the sidelines with a back injury.

United are in fifth place in the league, five points behind fourth-placed Chelsea, and while no-one could question the commitment of Solskjaer’s players it is clear he needs some immediate transfer reinforcements.

After a promising start from the visitors, Van Dijk put Liverpool ahead with a firm header after he was poorly marked by United, who allowed him to rise and nod in a Trent AlexanderArnold corner.

Rober to Fir mino thought he had scored a second but a VAR review ruled that Van Dijk had fouled United keeper David de Gea before the ball fell to the Brazilian. Liverpool had the ball in the net again when Georginio Wijnaldum slotted home after a clever defence-splitting pass from Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain but the Dutchman was ruled narrowly offside.

U n i t e d ’s a t t a c k ing forages were rare but

they caused some anxiety for Klopp when Andreas Pereira slid in but could not make contact with a low ball across the face of the goal from Aaron Wan Bissaka.

Yet after the break, Liverpool looked determined to put the outcome beyond doubt. Salah missed a glorious chance from close range just after the interval during an intense period of pressure from the home side, in which Jordan Henderson also hit the post.

United survived that blitz and clawed their way back into the game and could even have snatched an equaliser but Anthony Martial blasted high and wide in the 59th minute.

Solskjaer’s side applied some late pressure but were caught on the counter-attack in the final moments when, with all United players forward, Liverpool keeper Alisson Becker launched a long ball for Salah who raced clear before slotting home and settling Anfield’s nerves.

1st DEATH ANNIVERSARY

In loving Remembrance of our beloved Late PUKHAXU I. ACHUMI 21.01.2019

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Died on 21-01-2014 Six years have passed since you left for your heavenly abode and yet the void which your departure left in our hearts still remains unfilled. How we miss your gentleness, your caring, your kind words and your smile.

You will always be remembered fondly every passing day with an unfading faith to meet again at Jesus’ feet.

Loving family members.

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20/03/1965 – 21/01/2019 It's been a year since you left us.

But your deeds and love are still fresh in our hearts Though you are no longer with us.

You are fondly remembered and treasured.

Your memories are always cherished.

Loving wife and children

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

“You didn’t tell us how to live, you lived and let us watch you do it”.

We, the bereaved family members of Late Lanuakum Jamir, S/o.

David Jamir of Longmisa village would like to convey and express our heartfelt gratitude to all the individual, neighbour and churches who had stood with us physically, spiritually, financially and materially at the demise of my beloved son. We are indebted to all those who accompanied my beloved son’s mortal remains from Dimapur to his final resting place.

We convey our special thanks to : 1. Longmisa Union 2. Fasting Group, Sharon Prayer Ministry.

3. Sharon Prayer Ministry, Purana Bazaar, Dimapur.

4. East Dimapur Ao Baptist Church, Purana Bazaar, Dimapur.

5. Model Colony, Purana Bazaar, Dimapur.

6. Doctors & Nurses of Zion Hospital, LATE LANUAKUM JAMIR Dimapur.

Born on : 20th Dec. 1998 Died on : 15th Jan. 2020 7. Friends of Late Lanuakum Jamir.

We deeply regret our inability to thank each and every individual but it's our prayer that Almighty God bless you immensely abundantly.

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Loving parents, brothers, sisters and relatives.

Born on : 08-05-1980 – Died on : 03-01-2020

We the bereaved family of Late L. Chingnyuk Konyak (Anick) express our heartfelt gratitude to all who stood by us physically, financially, materially and spiritually at the sad demise of our beloved son.

We convey our special thanks to : 1. Shamrock Hospital, Dimapur 2. B. Borooah Cancer Institute Hospital, Guwahati 3. Eastern Naga Students Union, Guwahati 4. Rev. Timothy and family, Guwahati 5. Jatom Konyak and his friends, Guwahati 6. Mr. Chingkap Konyak, Guwahati 7. Rahul Das, Jitu Diamary and Phaam, Guwahati 8. Kongan Union Naginimora 9. Kongan Youth 10. Borjan Village Naginimora 11. Y. M Yollow, MLA Nagaland 12. Kongan Baptist Church DP-504

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We the bereaved family of Lt. Mr. Vidilhoutuo Pienyu would like to express our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to everyone who stood by us at the time of sudden demise of our Beloved on 09.01.2020.

We would like to convey our special thanks to : 1. Engineer in Chief, Dept. of Power Nagaland Kohima 2. All Nagaland Electricity Field Workers Association 3. Village Council K Station 4. Business Community Kandinu Station Village 5. K Station Village (VEMB) 6. Kandinu Village (VEMB) 7. Kandinu Baptist Church 8. Kandu Group Chairman Forum 9. Chunlikha Village Council 10. Sishumi Baptist Church 11. Nsunyu Baptist Church 12. Nsunyu Village Council 13. Nachama Village CRC 14. Botsa Village 15. Chedema Village CRC 16. Chedema Village 17. D’khel Kohima Village 18. E.E Wokha Electrical Division 19. Field Staff Association Wokha 20. K. Station Baptist Church We regret our inability to thank each and every one individually, yet we pray that the Almighty God Bless you all abundantly.

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North East Dr. T Ao trophy

Nagaland win; Manipur thrash Tripura 11-0

Ratobe N Poireng Zeliang (middle) celebrates scoring the fourth goal for Nagaland during their NE Dr. T Ao Trophy match against Arunachal Pradesh at IG Stadium, Kohima on Monday. (NP) Correspondent

KOHIMA, JAN 20 (NPN): Nagaland football team started off their North East Dr. T Ao Trophy campaign on a winning note by defeating Arunachal Pradesh 4-1 in the first match here at the IG Stadium, Kohima on Monday.

The host team escaped a defeat from a sloppy start as they came from a goal down to beat Arunachal

Pradesh. Hard luck for opponent team as crossbar denied Arunachal team twice in the game to double their advantage. Despite Nagaland’s winger Hitova Ayemi sending off in the 90th minute for two bookable offenses, it didn’t matter much as the captain Khwetelhi Thopi set up Ratobe N Poireng Zeliang to find the back of the net and finished the game 4-1.

Nagaland team got off

to a dream start as Ayemi was brought down inside the area within 40 seconds of the match. But his weak penalty was easily saved by Arunachal custodian Jagom Loyi.

Nagaland team failed to find the back of the net despite dominating the match.

Skipper Khwetelhi Thopi also was culpable of missing a golden opportunity in the 23rd minute.

The wasteful side was

punished as Arunachal team took the lead in the 28th minute through Charu Lalum. In the making, Avinash Kharel’s crossing was ward off by Nagaland goalkeeper Neithovilie Chalieu but Charu Lalum got on time to fire home the first goal of the tournament for Arunachal team.

With the goal, Arunachal team got back their momentum to dominate the ball possession.

But Nagaland’s left winger Ratobe N Poireng Zeliang had other ideas for the team as he set-up the first goal for Rhitsho Mero through a corner kick to find the equalizer for Nagaland team in the 39th minute to end the first half 1-1.

The second half saw goalkeeper Jagom Loyi making some crucial saves to keep the match in stalemate. The best chance for Nagaland team to take the lead came through Letkhokai Kuki but his header was tap-out by the opponent keeper. But there was no stopping from Nagaland with the counter attacks as they fought to find the back of the net with substitute Tove Hokato Zhimomi getting the much needed goal in the 79th minute.

Minutes later, Rhitsho was fault and referee awarded the second penalty for Nagaland. This time Sinenlo Kath made no mistake to find the net in the 86th minute.

Hitova Ayemi was then send off in the 90th minute for two bookable offenses leaving the host team with 10 men on the pitch but Nagaland team didn’t felt much pressure as Ratobe got his name on the score sheet in the 93th minute to hand the victory for Nagaland team.

In the second match, six

times champions Manipur thrashed Tripura 11-0.

Manipur scored seven in the first half and added another four in the second half.

Manipur’s forward Seminthang Baite and Nongdamba Singh scored two goals each, while Luginthang Kipgen, Henry Monshang, Sr. Kagaly Anal, Lalminlian Vaiphe, S. Kaphoi Singh, Nongdamba Singh, Luginthang Kipgen, Haolengou Kipgen scored a goal each during the riot.

Up next in the group stage, Tripura will play against Nagaland while Manipur will play against Arunachal Pradesh on January 22.

Zale Neikha, advisor, Youth Resources & Sports who delivered the welcome address said the tournament has bought the region together under the theme “together We Can Soar”.

He also expressed hope that tournament will enable the NE region to stay connected and together achieve greater glories for the state and nation in the discipline of sports.

The advisor added that northeast has the potential to become a major hot spot for building sportspersons.

Today’s matches 1st match: 2:00 pm Sikkim Vs Assam 2nd match: 4:00 pm Mizoram Vs Meghalaya

Rashford out until February with back injury

Marcus Rashford

London, Jan 20 (IANS): Manchester United’s top scorer Marcus Rashford would probably not be fit until February after injuring his back last week, Red Devils manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said.

During the FA Cup’s third-round replay that Manchester United ousted Wolves 2-1, Rashford was sent on the pitch by Solskjaer as a second-half substitute but had to be replaced after 16 minutes.

“He got a couple of knocks and jolts when he came on against Wolves and aggravated his back,” Ole was quoted as saying by the club’s official website. “It’s a stress fracture and it’s not something that’s happened before. It’s so unlucky for Marcus, he’ll be out for a while. “He’s had some trouble before and we’re going to give him time to recover and rest before we

put him back on the pitch.

He won’t be back until after the mid-season break. I don’t know long it is, I’m not a doctor, but normally a stress fracture is six weeks to heal and then he needs some recovery or some rehab after that probably.

“He’s always recovered quickly before so let’s hope he does that again. This time it takes longer so we just have to keep monitoring him, do another scan over the weekend and see how he is. We’re going to give him the time he needs,” Ole added. The 22-year-old has scored 14 goals so far this season and is the team’s top scorer and third in the Premier League.

Manchester United lost to league leaders Liverpool 1-2 on Sunday without Rashford and are at the fifth place with 34 points, five points away from fourthplaced Chelsea.

PSG beat Lorient in French Cup Kohli, Rohit consolidate top spots in ODI rankings

Players of PSG and Lorient fight for the ball during their French Cup match.

PARIS, Jan 20 (Agencies): Pablo Sarabia struck late to give a reshuffled Paris St Germain a 1-0 win at Ligue 2 side Lorient in the last 32 of the French Cup on Sunday.

Midfielder Sarabia found the back of the net to send the Ligue 1 leaders through along with Angers, Dijon, Montpellier and holders Stade Rennais, who were 2-0 winners at Athletico Marseille.

PSG, who have won

the Cup a record 12 times, started at the Moustoir stadium, where they have often struggled, without Neymar, Kylian Mbappe and first-choice keeper Keylor Navas.

S a r a b i a , h oweve r, headed home from Thiago Silva’s cross 10 minutes from fulltime after the visitors had been on the back foot in a poor first half.

Earlier, holders Stade Rennais wrapped up victory in the first half at Marseille’s

other club, Athletico, who play in the fifth division, with goals by Hamari Traore and Raphinha.

Fellow Ligue 1 teams Olympique Lyonnais, St Etienne, Lille and Olympique de Marseille also qualified for the next round over the weekend.

Girondins de Bordeaux were the round’s major casualties, losing 3-2 after extra time at third division Pau on Thursday. The last 16 will be played on January 28-29.

Dubai, Jan 20 (PTI): India captain Virat Kohli and his deputy Rohit Sharma consolidated their top two positions in the batting chart, while pace ace Jasprit Bumrah continued to lead among bowlers in the ICC ODI Rankings issued on Monday.

Following their stellar performances against Australia in the just-concluded series, which India won 2-1, Kohli (No.1) and Rohit (No.2) have strengthened their positions.

With 183 runs under his belt against Australia, Kohli was the player-ofthe-series while Rohit was a close second, garnering 171 runs in the rubber, including a match-winning 119 in the deciding ODI in Bengaluru on Sunday.

Kohli (886 points) and Rohit (868 points) have gained two and three ratings points, respectively to occupy the top two positions in the batting rankings.

P a k i s t a n’s B a b a r Azam is in third position with 829 points, the ICC

Virat Kohli

said in a statement.

Left-handed opener Shikhar Dhawan has also gained seven slots to reach 15th position with 170 runs in two innings, missing a chance to bat in Bengaluru after injuring his shoulder while fielding.

K L Rahul, who opened in his place in the final ODI, has gained 21 slots to reach 50th position with an aggregate of 146 runs.

Bumrah, who returned from injury in the Australia series, is atop the bowlers chart with 764 points, ahead of New Zealand left-arm pacer Trent Boult and Afghanistan’s Mujeeb Ur Rahman. South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada and Australian Pat Cummins complete the top five.

India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has moved up two slots to be 27th among bowlers after finishing with

Rohit Sharma

four wickets in the series.

He also scored 45 runs in two innings and has gained four places in the all-rounders’ list to be ranked 10th.

Australian Steve Smith, who topped the series with an aggregate of 229 runs including a knock of 131 in the final ODI, has been rewarded with a four-place jump to 23rd position. David Warner, a formerly top-ranked bats-

man in the format, has also moved up one place to sixth while captain Aaron Finch has moved up one place into 10th. Wicketkeeper Alex Carey is in 31st position after gaining two slots.

Leg-spinner Adam Zampa’s five wickets in the series saw him advance 20 places to reach 37th position, while Kane Richardson has moved from 77th to 65th.

Eng thrash SA by an innings and 53 runs in 3rd Test La Liga: Barcelona beat Granada 1-0

England players celebrate after taking a wicket.

PORT ELIZABETH, Jan 20 (Agencies): England won the third test on Monday, but made heavy weather of wrapping up South Africa’s tail on the last day at St George’s Park to go 2-1 up in the series after a dominant innings and 53-

run victory.

England needed four wickets to win in their 500th overseas test, but had to overcome late resistance and feisty 71 from Keshav Maharaj and 39 from debutant Dane Paterson before completing the task 10 minutes

before lunch.

They bowled South Africa out for 237 in their second innings for a commanding victory after forcing the follow-on, when the home side were 209 all out in their first innings in reply to a mammoth 499 for nine

declared. Maharaj and Paterson put on a ground test record partnership of 99 for the last wicket as they frustrated the England bowlers.

But it was only a matter of time before England completed their first away victory by an innings since success in Sydney in 2011.

“It’s a great template for how we want to play our test cricket with big first innings score and drive it on from there,” said England captain Joe Root.

It took just three balls on Monday for England to claim their first victim as Stuart Broad forced Vernon Philander (14) to play an inside edge onto his pad that popped up for Ollie Pope to take his sixth catch of the match.

Mark Wood’s first ball after replacing Broad saw him force Kagiso Rabada into a leading edge which flew up to mid-on where Broad took an easy catch.

Rabada, who will miss the last test because of suspension, scored 16 off 24 balls.

Dom Bess’ first over

saw him skid a ball on to bowl Anrich Nortje (5), leaving Paterson to join Maharaj for a late cameo that proved the home side’s best partnership of a poor test performance.

Maharaj was eventually run out, but not before smashing his way to a second test 50.

Root bowled 10 successive overs as he went in search for a first test five wicket haul, having taken four overnight, but without success.

He even tried his luck with the new ball but Maharaj hit him for three successive fours and then two sixes in an over before the England skipper took himself off.

South Africa won the first test in Pretoria by 107 runs but England bounced back with a 187-run win in Cape Town in the second test. The final test in Johannesburg starts on Friday.

Brief scores: England 499/9 (decl) beat South Africa 209, 237-all out (88.5) by an innings and 53 runs.

M a d ri d , J an 2 0 (Agencies): Barcelona may have a new coach but Lionel Messi remains their unquestionable talisman after guiding the Spanish champions to a nervy 1-0 win at home to Granada.

The Argentine struck the only goal in the 76th minute, firing into the bottom corner to complete a well crafted team move shortly after the visitors had defender German Sanchez sent off.

The victory took Barca back to the top of La Liga on 43 points after 20 games, ahead of second-placed Real Madrid on goal difference.

Barca, who sacked Ernesto Valverde last week despite being La Liga leaders and winning the last two titles by considerable margins, enjoyed 82% of possession and made a staggering 1005 passes in their first game under Setien.

The former Real Betis coach is known for his devotion to the possession-based style of play Barca became renowned for under Johan Cruyff and perfected under

Lionel Messi celebrates with Barcelona team-mates after scoring a goal against Granada.

Pep Guardiola, but Granada, who beat Barca 2-0 in September, proved stubborn opponents.

The visitors even came close to taking the lead when Cameroonian Yan Brice Eteki struck the post in a rare foray forward but they eventually caved in after Sanchez picked up a second yellow card and was dismissed for hauling down Messi.

Messi had come closest to scoring for Barca with

two powerful yet inaccurate shots either side of halftime but he made no mistake when Arturo Vidal dragged the ball into his path in a slick passing move engineered by substitute Riqui Puig. Twenty-year-old Puig was rarely given a look in by Valverde but he was given his first league appearance of the season by 61-year-old Setien, who has pledged to honour the club’s tradition of giving young, homegrown players a chance.

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