January 24, 2020

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Vol XXX No. 47

DIMAPUR, FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2020 Pages 12 ` 5.00

Punjab all-party meet resolves on water crisis

NE Dr. T Ao Trophy: Mizoram in last 4; Sikkim hold M’laya

China shut down 3 cities to curb virus spread

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sports, Page 12

international, Page 9

Need to be reasonable for final solution: Rio 644 militants surrender in Assam DIMAPUR, JAN 23 (NPN): Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio has urged the people to be reasonable and responsible as to what was possible, what was not possible and what was achievable as a final solution to the Naga political issue.

Speaking at the platinum jubilee celebrations of Pfutseromi Village Students’ Union (PVSU), which coincided with hosting of the 71st general conference of Chakhesang Students’ Union (CSU) at Pfutseromi village on the theme “To transcend the boundaries” on Thursday, Rio remarked that many people did politics over the Naga political issue, but there was hardly anyone to act and do take corrective measures. He said Nagas had been suffering for the past few decades due to the Naga political issue, whose solution was “our birth right”.

Mentioning that Government of India (GoI) had recognised unique history of Nagas and their culture and traditions, the chief minister urged the people to unite to help reach a final solution to the Naga political issue, adding stu-

Achumbemo Kikon appointed as NPF secretary general DIMAPUR, JAN 23 (NPN): NPF president Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu on January 22 appointed senior NPF member and party’s spokesperson, Achumbemo Kikon as the secretary general of the NPF party with immediate effect.

Achumbemo’s appointment comes after Rajya Sabha MP, KG Kenye quit as the secretary general of the party on December 20, 2020. As per the order issued by NPF vice president, Kruzakie Kelio, the appointment of Achumbemo shall be reviewed before the next state general election, if found necessary.

The party also cautioned the newly appointed official of the party’s constitution to maintain discipline during the appointed period.

It may be recalled that Kenye, a senior party member, quit as the secretary general a day after he was issue a show-cause notice

by NPF Disciplinary Action Committee (DAC) for voting in favour of the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill in Parliament Later, the party, on January 8, 2020, suspended Kenye from both primary and active membership of the party till further orders.

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Neiphiu Rio and others after unveiling the monolith at Pfutseromi village Thursday. (DIPR)

dents and youth of today have to work together to build future.

He said present student leaders were the future of the society, and appealed to them to take life seriously and equip themselves to face the challenging world.

Commenting on Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), Rio claimed that after the State government had demanded the provision of Inner Line Permit (ILP) under Bengal East-

ern Frontier Regulations (BEFR), 1873 be enforced throughout Nagaland, GoI had been kind enough and agreed to enforce BEFR and exempted Nagaland from CAA, besides the Sixth Schedule areas of the Northeast.

He pointed out that Union home minister Amit Shah too had assured that the Act would not affect the Nagas but cautioned that “our people should use ILP carefully else the danger will be from our own

people who will misuse it. I agree that it is also the duty of the State government to ensure that ILP is enforced properly.”

The chief minister said he was delighted to be part of the celebrations and extended warm New Year greetings to all those present on the occasion.

He said he had very high respect for the Chakhesang community.

“Phek district is a traditional district. Chakhesangs are still upholding their rich culture and traditional values and they are one of the most progressive tribes among the Nagas. Phek district has improved a lot in literacy rate,” he added.

Rio claimed that he held special friendship with Pfutsero, particularly Pfutseromi village, saying it was heart warming to know that PSU was the pioneer of CSU, which had produced many leaders who all had contributed a lot for the Nagas.

Emphasising on education and asserting that it was one of the best things to have happened to Nagas after Christianity, he appealed to the students to pursue education seriously

so that they build their future on a solid foundation.

Earlier, the chief minister unveiled the platinum jubilee monolith in the presence of planning & coordination, land revenue and parliamentary affairs minister, food & civil supplies and taxes adviser Pukhayi Sumi, horticulture and border affairs adviser Mhathung Yanthan, IPR, SCERT and village guards adviser Toshi Wungtung, Phek deputy commissioner, superintendent of police, CSU leaders and a host of public leaders.

Welcome address was given by Pfutseromi Village Council chairman Menyelhi Mero, while the presidential address was given by Pfutseromi Village Students’ Union (PVSU) president Vibi Mero.

A brief histor y of PVSU was narrated by Wepretso Mero, former commissioner & secretary, even as CSU president Lavoto Chizo extended greetings. The vote of thanks was given by Dr Neisatuo Mero, convener of planning committee for platinum jubilee celebrations. This was stated in a press release by DIPR.

(Top) Surrendered militants from eight banned insurgent outfits (Bottom) arms and ammunitions put on display during arms laying down ceremony in Guwahati Thursday. (PTI)

GUWAHATI, JAN 23 (PTI): In one of the largest surrender of militants in Assam, a total of 644 cadres of eight insurgent groups formally laid down arms on Thursday.

The members of the insurgent groups -- ULFA (I), NDFB, RNLF, KLO, CPI (Maoist), NSLA, ADF and NLFB -- joined the mainstream in front of Assam

Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal at a programme here. Speaking on the occasion, the chief minister said, “People are happy that you have returned to the mainstream for the development of Assam. You have inspired all those who believe in democracy.

“I appeal to people still outside (the mainstream) to come forward and work for

making India a strong country. Without peace, progress is not possible.”

Sonowal said the government will carry out its Constitutional duty for the rehabilitation of the surrendered extremists, who can avail the benefits of existing government schemes for their sustenance. The highest number of 301 militants who surrendered belonged to the National Liberation Front of Bengali (NLFB), followed by 178 from Adivashi Dragon Fighter (ADF) and 87 from the National Santhal Liberation Army (NSLA).

The others who surrendered included 50 cadres of the United Liberation Front of Assam-Independence (ULFA-I), 8 militants of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), 6 insurgents of the Kamatapur Liberation Organisation (KLO), 13 members of the Rava National Liberation Front (RNLF) and one Communist Party of India (Maoist) militant.

Besides 177 arms, the militants also laid down 58 magazines, 1.93 kg explosives, 52 grenades, 71 bombs, three rocket launchers, 306 detonators, two RT sets and 17 khukris.

Govt mulling salary cuts to fund infra: CS CNTC lauds Dmu police Blast rocks Imphal; minor hurt NEW DELHI, JAN 23 (AGENCIES): A cashstrapped Nagaland is looking for means to carry out development projects in the state, and in an unusual move, chief secretary Temjen Toy said that the state government is considering diverting a part of the salary given to government employees in order to develop infrastructure, The Indian Express report stated. However, Toy said that the proposal is yet to be finalized.

“One of the reasons why Nagaland is so cashstrapped is because unlike other states, we don’t pay income tax here or even property tax. And yet, we receive all the facilities from the government, like any other citizen. A professional tax is levied here but it is a paltry amount…We had taken up the matter of increasing this professional tax with the Centre several times, but since this is a provision made in the Constitution, it

will require an amendment, so it is unlikely to happen,” he told TIE. “We also understand that it is unfair that if the amendment is brought in, people in other parts of the country who are already paying other taxes will have to pay an increased professional tax,’’ said Toy, adding that there was no reason “government servants in Nagaland should not contribute to the development of the state’’.

Despite Central funds through DoNER ministry and North East Council, most states of the region, including Nagaland, have a history of being cashstrapped and, therefore, consistently lag behind in development. A state with no industries, Nagaland has a salary-driven economy and most of the current fiscal budget was spent on salaries, say officials.

“We have been trying to attract industries and investment in but this has been

difficult. With the special provisions (Art 371A) in place and protection for tribal land, land is generally not accepted as collateral… So investors are wary of coming to Nagaland. Our own entrepreneurs face problems because of this. So we have written to the government to bring in provisions by which banks can at least sell defaulters’ land to local Nagas,’’ said Toy. He said the proposal to divert part of government salaries for development work has already been discussed with the ruling NDPP, a BJP ally. “Political leaders are supportive and have said that even a portion of their salaries should be diverted. We are, however, moving carefully and are in the process of verifying the legality of such a scheme…,’’ he stated.

Nagaland Post tried to contact the chief secretary, however, he could not be reached for comment.

commr, colony councils

DIMAPUR, JAN 23 (NPN): Central Nagaland Tribes Council has appreciated Dimapur police commissioner Rothithu Tetseo for his prompt action on mineral water outlets selling spurious liquor, besides some colonies like Duncan Basti and IV/LRC colonies that had set an example by destroying those confiscated items and closing those outlets.

The council in a statement issued its vicepresident Khondao Nguliie said mushrooming of mineral water outlets in many localities of Dimapur town and highway areas had become a matter of concern for many parents and citizens as well as churches as these were selling adulterated liquor that posed a high risk to public health and lives.

As a civil society organisation, CNTC said it was its duty to spread awareness and raise issues of concern, but ultimately everything depended upon local leaders like GBs, chairmen and colony councils together with the public. Community policing and conscientious public was the need of the hour to tackle the countless maladies faced by Nagas today, it emphasised.

The council appeals to all GBs, chairmen and colony councils and public concerned to initiate similar action in weeding out evils from their respective colonies to make Dimapur a better place.

Correspondent IMPHAL, JAN 23: Amid the tightened security measure in view of Republic Day celebration, a powerful bomb suspected to be IED planted by rebels exploded in the capital city on Thursday morning at around 4:55am.

A 10-year-old girl student suffered head injuries in the blast that was triggered hours ahead of full-dress rehearsal for Republic Day celebration in Imphal.

Window panes of a private coaching centre and shops on the side of the road adjoining the blast site were damaged by the impact of the blast.

The girl student, Mardhiya Wangkhem of Wangkhei of Imphal, suffered injuries on her head after glass window panes shattered by the impact of the blast hit her while she was on her hostel bed.

She was immediately rushed to RIMS hospital where she was discharged after medical treatment.

Soon after the blast, teams

Police inspect blast site in Imphal city on Thursday morning.

of police commandos attached with Imphal West district police rushed to the spot and conducted a cordon and search operation in the localities nearby the blast site.

No suspect was picked up during the operation. However, a remote control device suspected to be used in triggering the blast was recovered from a place. The remote control device was picked by a team of police forensic experts for further examination.

ISRO to send lady robot in unmanned spacecraft STF reviews status of BENGALURU, JAN 23 (PTI): Before orbiting astronauts on India’s first manned mission to space in December 2021, the Indian Space Research Organisation will send ‘Vyommitra’, a ‘lady robot’ in the unmanned Gaganyaan spacecraft.

The robot was the centre of attraction at the inaugural session of the “Human Spaceflight and Exploration - Present Challenges and Future Trends” here on Wednesday.

Vyommitra, a combination of two Sanskrit words Vyoma (Space) and Mitra (Friend), took everyone by surprise when she introduced herself to the audience gathered there.

“Hello everyone. I am Vyommitra, the prototype of the half-humanoid, been made for the first unmanned Gaganyaan mission,” the robot said.

Lady robot ‘Vyommitra’ at international conference on human spaceflights in Bengaluru, Thursday. (PTI)

Explaining about the role in the mission, she said, “I can monitor through module parameters, alert you and perform life support operations. I can perform activities like switch panel operations...”

The robot said she can

also be a companion and converse with the astronauts, recognise them and can also respond to their queries.

ISRO chairman K Sivan told reporters the half humanoid will simulate human functions in space and also interact with the environment control life support system.

“It will be simulating exactly the human functions there (in space). It will check whether the system is right.

This will be very useful to simulate, as if a human is flying,” he added.

Earlier, addressing the inaugural function, Sivan said ahead of the launch of India’s maiden human spaceflight venture ‘Gaganyaan’ in December 2021, ISRO will undertake two unmanned missions in December 2020 and June 2021 and ‘Vyommitra’ will fly in

them. “We are on schedule (regarding Gaganyaan). We are going to do lots of demonstration tests this year.

This year end we will send our unmanned mission and the half-humanoid you have seen today is going to fly in it,” he said.

The humanoid, which Sivan said was functioning well, has the human simulation system. SRO will monitor how the human system will behave in the environment control life support system.

Union Minister of State for Department of Space and Atomic Energy Dr Jitendra Singh too shared a video of the humanoid on Wednesday on Twitter and wrote, “In the run up to the first Human Space Mission by India at ISRO...’Vyommitra’, the humanoid for #Gaganyaan unveiled...”

single-use plastic ban

DIMAPUR, JAN 23 (NPN): Special Task Force (STF) for restricting plastic use Thursday met in the conference hall of the DC Dimapur and reviewed the status of restriction of single use plastic in the district.

STF, which deliberated at length on the implementation of total ban of singleuse plastic in Dimapur, reviewed the status of ban in single use plastic in Chumukedima, Niuland and Medziphema.

DC Dimapur, Anoop Khinchi, informed the house that the following penalties would be imposed on violators: First-time offence—Rs. 1000; Second-time offence— Rs. 2000 and third time offence—cancellation of trade license (Dimapur Municipal Council to levy necessary fines). The meeting also decided to conduct Infor-

mation Education Communication (IEC) activities in schools and colleges to generate awareness on environmentally sustainable practices including social media campaign.

Awareness and sensitization to be spread amongst the public regarding ban on all single use plastics including Polythene, Nylon, Thermocol, Plastic cutlery, Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC), Poly styrene and Poly propylene (PPP). It was also decided that plastic ban component would be integrated under “Swachhta Hi Seva”.

Further, the house discussed arrangements for transport of segregated plastic waste to PWD for incorporation in construction of roads, etc. DC has directed Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC) to identify plastic collection points.

No affidavit to be sworn in deponent’s absence: CJM D I M A P U R , JA N 2 3 (NPN): Office of the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Dimapur has informed that guidelines have been framed to streamline the swearing of affidavits before the Judicial Magistrates in the light of complaints from various individuals and civil society organisations regarding the veracity and authenticity of affidavits purportedly sworn before the Chief Judicial Magistrate/Judicial Magistrate Class Dimapur and published in the local newspapers for public dissemination by deponents.

In a circular, CJM Ajongba Imchen stated that affidavits to be sworn before Magistrate would be administered in person and duly registered in Court.

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STC gate inaugurated

H. Tovihoto Ayemi, advisor for Power inaugurating the gate on January 22.

DIMAPUR: Sema Tilla Colony (STC) gate in Dimapur was inaugurated

by H. Tovihoto Ayemi, advisor for Power on January 22 in the presence of colony GBs, council leaders, church leaders and public of the colony.

A press release from PS to advisor Power, Bokato Swu stated that, Tovihoto called upon the colony people to continue upholding the same kind of support, cooperation and unity which they had exhibited during the construction of the gate. He said contribu-

tions made by many people towards the construction of the gate reflected oneness and sense of belonging.

Tovihoto also encouraged the gathering to preserve their culture and tradition since that was their identity. “Society is a collection of individuals and we should live in unity and understand each other. Let there be more love and brotherhood” he also added.

Tovihoto said as a politician, he would continue to work for the people and take them towards progress

and development. He said he will work with a clear conscience for the people and appealed for the support and cooperation of the people.

Report of the gate construction was read out by gate construction committee, convenor, Hocto Aye. Vihoshe Kinimi GB, Sema Tilla pronounced the vote of thanks and Hekani Assumi, prayer convenor, Sema Tilla said the benediction. Programme was chaired by Vikato Zhimo, chairman, Sema Tilla Council.

MKK conducts surprise check on shops in Meluri

NEIDS awareness programme held in Longleng

Expired items which were collected from various shops by MKK.

DIMAPUR: Müluori Küchienyiri Kügharhü (MKK) conducted a surprise checking within Meluri jurisdiction for expired food items on January 22.

A press release from MKK advisor Rhokuotho stated that, the union collected a number of expired items from various shops and these were all burnt.

MKK has further cautioned shop keepers to check expiry date of their goods from time to time, as it would be wise on the part of the shop keepers to keep the best commodities for better

health of the denizens.

MKK also warned that if expired goods were found in the near future, heavy fine would be imposed on the defaulters without further warning.

Union fur ther appealed to the citizens to inform if they find any expired items when buying goods from any shop and also to support the union for the betterment of society.

Union thanked the ADC Meluri and his staff, police, trade union and students for their support during the surprise checking.

DIMAPUR: One-day awareness programme on North East Industrials Development Scheme (NEIDS) was held at EBRC hall, Longleng with a team of resource persons from Industries & Commerce, Kohima on January 21.

According to DIPR report, introductory address was given by assistant director Industries and Commerce Kohima, Cholzo Sophie and welcome note by S. Akhaba Sangtam, general manager DIC, Longleng.

Training programme was conducted by the NEIDS team through powerpoint presentation and discussion with the participants.

Vote of thanks was given by Android Phom, inspector, DIC, Longleng in the programme chaired

by I.K. Jaddan, inspector, DIC Longleng.

Skills and job orientation programme held at SJC DIMAPUR: Directorate of Employment, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship in partnership with Emporium Skills Training Institute (ESTI) conducted a skills and job orientation programme at St John College (SJC) Dimapur on January 21.

A press release from SJC Dimapur media cell stated that, Anirban Mukherjee, operations head of ESTI delivered a short speech detailing employment statistics in Nagaland which was at alarming rate as thousands of graduates each year become unemployed due to poor skill and job awareness.

He also added that ESTI has collaborated with the government of Nagaland for years in training and recruitment of youths in the state, and this programme was a routine to help the fresh students and unemployed youths equip themselves with job skills in a rat-race competitive world.

The main objective of the orientation was to inform the students about the skill development projects aided by the government. He informed that should students join, programmes include a compulsory three-month course of training, while placements simultaneously occur in aviation, hospitality and cruiseline management.

He also urged the students to pursue the good opportunity of being professionals with a lucrative salary and adventure rather than settling only for government jobs. The agency is currently reaching out to colleges and higher secondary schools in Nagaland focusing mainly on the final year students who will soon graduate and enter the job market.

Earlier, programme began with opening remarks by the principal of the college, prof. S.T. Janetius.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2020

ACWA convention concludes

ACWA members during the convention at the campus of St. Paul Church in Phesama.

DIMAPUR: Angami Catholic Women Association (ACWA) 22nd convention concluded at the campus of St. Paul Church (SPC) in Phesama on January 19, wherein Most Rev. Dr. James Thoppil, bishop of Kohima celebrated mass as the main celebrant.

A press release from ACWA stated that, speaking of the theme “Bear one another’s burden and so fulfil the law of Christ” (Gal 6:2) during his homily, Thoppil prayed that the conventions of this sort become a manifestation and strengthening of faith and a school of education in faith.

Referring to the readings during the Eucharist, he said everyone is given an open invitation for a unique role in the family and society by following the example

of Jesus, bearing one another’s burdens.

Thoppil asked the womenfolk to follow the example of John the Baptist and Jesus who by their life and service brought fullness of life to others. He hoped that as Catholic women imbued with the spirit of the Gospel, they may go from the convention to exercise servant leadership in their families and promote better and fuller life to others.

Bishop also invoked God's blessings upon the new team of ACWA office bearers for the term 2020-2022. Earlier in the morning, Rev. Fr. Dr. Keduolhou George spoke on the theme, “Your work place: your altar”.

More than a thousand delegates from about 42 churches attended the convention.

NSRLM annual planning workshop

C. I. Meren, M. Rollan Lotha along with NSRLM team and participants.

DIMAPUR: Nagaland state rural livelihoods mission (NSRLM) under DAYNRLM, MoRD completed its three-day annual reviewcum-planning workshop which had commenced from January 21 at Dimapur on Thursday.

A press release from NSRLM Kohima state programme manager Imonenla Imkong Phom stated that, C.I Meren, joint director, RD and additional mission director, NSRLM, while appreciating the national recognition the state mission have received during its 7th year of implementation, acknowledged the joint efforts of NSRLM team in contributing to this accolade. He

noted NSRLM have ensured taking qualified developmental professionals on board, hence encouraged the team to give continued concerted efforts, sincerity and commitment in brainstorming new ideas for the rural poor in their respective district.

Objective of the workshop was spelt out by M. Rollan Lotha, chief operating officer (COO), NSRLM. He highlighted the state mission’s quantum leap in covering all 11 districts and 74 blocks this FY, while saturation of household was expected by 2022. He reiterated that community members are at the heart of NRLM and therefore, inclusive planning was needed to-

wards attaining sustainable community institutions.

The first two days focussed on district wise presentation on their progress and challenges, while the last day was focussed on planning for the 4th quarter and FY 2020-20. The need for cross-learning and knowledge sharing between the districts and blocks for the staff and community members were also agreed upon towards communitization on the aegis of communityto-community learning.

Participants were the district mission management units and workshop was facilitated by SPMs Imonenla Imkong Phom and Renvungo Murry.

Students participating at the signature campaign in Kohima College.

SDO (C) N. Bhavani Sri with others and participants at Phek on January 23

DIMAPUR: As part of the week long Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) special campaign to commemorate the occasion of national girl child day, painting competition and signature campaign were conducted in Phek, Kohima and Peren respectively.

Phek: An open painting competition on the theme “Save the girl child” for classes 7 to 12 was held at Phek town on Thursday and simultaneously in all the sub-divisions wherein 200 students participated. The competition was organised by district administration and District Level Centre

will be conducted on January 24. (Correspondent) Kohima: A signature campaign for BBBP was organised on January 23 by State Resource Centre for Women (SRCW)-Mahila Shakti Kendra (MSK) Kohima, Women Helpline 181 under Nagaland state Social Welfare Board with the theme, “Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Champions” at the secretariat office and Kohima College.

A press release from SCRW media cell stated that, official signatories for supporting the cause of the girl child included Niekiesalie Kire, advisor for Urban

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mapur stood 2nd and 3rd positions respectively.

Three consolation prizes were awarded to Mülülü Venuh of class 8 from GHSS Phek, Chete-u Koza of class 9 from Christian Mission Higher Secondary School and Munuta Rhakho of class 7 from Bishop Abraham Memorial School.

Programme was chaired by Tshelhi-u, EAC Phek. Vilenuo Kapu, women welfare officer, DLCWMSK Phek proposed vote of thanks. The winners will be awarded with certificates and cash prize on Republic Day at Phek on January 26.

Meanwhile, tree plantation

DIMAPUR: The 40th general conference of Rengma Students' Union (RSU) commenced with introductory programme on January 22 at Whenha Sports Complex, Phenshünyu and hosted by Phenshünyu Lowjvu Students' Union (PLSU).

A press release from RSU vice president, Tenyebinlo Himb stated that the introductory guest, Awa Lorin, deputy chief election officer & president of Rengma Officers Forum emphasized on the importance of one’s own language. He also expressed hope that delegates at the conference would soon join the officers forum.

Further, he shared on three mantras, namely commitment, discovering oneself and to stay connected with God. Programme was chaired

by Khitilo Wanth, president, Kandi Students Union, invocation by Hyusinlo Keppen, pastor, Rumesinyu Baptist Church, introduction of units & sub-units of Rengma Student' Union (RSU) was conducted by speaker RSU, Hhanchulo Magh, special song by Shatilo Keppen and general secretary report by Andrew Kent. The conference will culminate on January 24.

Power shutdown in Jakhama area DIMAPUR: In view of the upgradation works of 2.5MVA to 5MVA, 33/11KV transformer, the power department has informed that there would be a total shutdown of power supply to Jakhama, Kigwema, Viswema and its surrounding areas on January 24, 2020 from 10am to 4pm at 2.5MVA, 33/11 kV Substation, Jakhama.

Activities conducted for girl child in Phek, Kohima, Peren

for Women - Mahila Shakti Kendra Phek at Government Higher Secondary School, Phek.

SDO (C) Phek N. Bhavani Sri in his address stressed on the importance of saving the girl child and encouraged the girls to keep their dream high. Altogether 55 participants took part in the competition at Phek Sadar where the 1st position was bagged by Zave-ii Lasuh of class 10 from Royal Foundation School Phek.

Shelu of class 10 from Government Higher Secondary School Phek and Menu Tsuzuh of class 10 from St. Peter School Di-

RSU 40th general conference at Phenshünyu

Development and Municipal Affairs, Temjen Toy, chief secretary of Nagaland, commissioner and secretary Social Welfare department, principal secretary Power and Information Technology and Communication & Urban Development, special secretary Home, Home commissioner etc. To fulfil the objectives of BBBP and to spread awareness of BBBP this signature campaign was carried in order to highlight and address the needs and challenges girls face, while promoting girls empowerment.

Peren: Meanwhile, a door to door campaign was

undertaken in Peren district in collaboration with District Level Centre for Women (DLCW)-Mahila Shakti Kendra under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) on January 22 at Jalukie town.

The campaign started from Stadium Colony till NST Station distributing the IEC material and interacting with the parents and girl child emphasizing on the importance and safety of the girl child. The team also encouraged the parents to play an active role in determining the future of the children without any discrimination based on gender or sex.

news in Brief Speaker in-charge NLA convenes BAC meeting: Speaker in-charge of Nagaland legislative Assembly (NLA) and chairman of the business advisory committee (BAC) Sharingain Longkumer has convened a meeting of the BAC to finalize the provisional programme for the fifth session of the thirteenth legislative assembly on January 28, 11 a.m at the committee room of the assembly. All the BAC members have been requested to attend the meeting.

DC Kohima informs on car passes: Deputy commissioner Kohima, Gregory Thejawelie has informed all administrative heads of departments (AHoDs), heads of departments (HoDs) and awardees to collect their invitation cards and car passes from the establishment branch, deputy commissioner’s office, Kohima on January 24 and 25 during office hours.

Eastern Timber Union formed: Eastern Timber Union (ETU) has been formed on January 11 at Jessami to cater to the welfare of timber traders of Kiphire, Pungro, Meluri, Phek, Jessami and Ukhrul.

Office bearers for ETUis led by Tsolomo Perias as president and Kedulhi Wezah as general secretary along with four others and three central executive members.

DTE meeting: Dimapur Tsüngiki Ekhung (DTE) has informed that there will be a general meeting on January 25, 10 a.m, at Duncan Basti community hall. All concerned members have been requested to attend the meeting positively, and also to bring DTE annual membership fee for the year 2019 to 2020.

DCs Kiphire informs on RD: DC Kiphire has informed that in view of the forthcoming Republic Day (RD) celebration, a mass social work will be conducted on January 25, organised by district administration, Kiphire district. All heads of offices in Kiphire have been asked to coordinate with their own staff and organise social work at their respective offices. All 11 ward chairmen of Kiphire town has also been requested to organise in their respective ward to take part and supervise for success of the social work.

10th national voters day to be held: DC Phek Sachin Jaiswal has informed that the 10th national voters’ day (NVD) will be observed on January 25, 11 a.m under the theme, “electoral literacy for stronger democracy” at DC conference hall, Phek. All newly enrolled electors (Phek sadar) HoDs, political parties, NGOs, BLOs, ward chairman/GBs (Phek Hq) have been requested to attend the function. Likewise, 10th National Voters’ Day 2020 will be held on January 25 at Hotel Japfu Kohima.

DC Kiphire informs: Deputy commissioner Kiphire Sarita Yadav has informed that following officers have been appointed as census officer: are as follows with DC as principal census officer. ADC Hq, district census officer Kiphire district; ADC Seyochung as sub-divisional census officer for Seyochung sub-division; ADC Pungro as sub-divisional census officer for Pungro sub- division as well as town census officer Pungro (Urban); EAC Sadar as charge officer Kiphire Sadar; EAC Amahator charge officer Amahator circle; EAC Sitimi charge officer Sitimi circle; EAC Longmatra charge officer Longmatra circle; EAC Kiusam charge officer Kiusam circle; EAC Khongsa charge officer, Khongsa circle; SDO (C) HQ, town census officer Kiphire (Urban) and EAC Seyochung as town census officer, Seyochung (Urban).

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nagalandpost.com Poll Q.: Are conditions of roads today much improved s i n c e t h e p a s t t wo years?

100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

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SKK valedictory session held

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Yes. No. Can’t Say.

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Next poll

Q: Is the govt serious about

tackling absenteeism ?

 Yes.  No.  Can’t Say.

Y. Patton, Home minister giving a speech at the valedictory session of SKK on January 23.

WEATHER FORECAST January 24

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Hazy sun

24 9

Hazy sun

19 6

Guwahati Hazy sun

22 8

Hazy sun

20 6

Aizawl Imphal

Itanagar Rain and drizzle in the p.m.

16 9

Shillong Hazy sun

13 1

Kohima

Cool with hazy sun

Dimapur Mostly sunny and cooler

A passing morning shower

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DIMAPUR: The 4th day and the valedictory session of Sumi Kiphimi Kuqhakulu (SKK) conference on January 23 at Yehemi village was graced

by Home minister of Nagaland, Y. Patton.

A press release from SKK stated that, Patton praised the SKK for playing a vital role in upliftment of students’ community ever since its inception in 1940 under the leadership of Zuheshe Sema, adding that SKK has been an important stakeholder in the development of Sumi

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community in particular and the Nagas in general.

He said that contributions made by pioneers of SKK and the organisation itself will be fondly remembered even in the days to come.

Patton stated that Nagas have been confronted with varied challenges and in the course of changing times, he said that the SKK not only focused in the prism of students’ welfare alone but has also voiced out in socio-political issues accordingly.

While appreciating Sumi Kiphimi Kuqhakulu

as the premier students’ body of the Sumi students’ community, Patton was hopeful that it will also serve as a good platform in moulding young minds and leaders to lead the society.

Patton opined that Naga people have huge expectations from Sumi community, which was second to none, and has been equal partners with other fellow Naga tribes in shaping the future of the people.

He encouraged all the younger generations to

work hard for academic excellence as there was no substitute for hard work in the present competitive world.

Po i n t i n g o u t t h a t economy of the state was a salaried based economy, Patton challenged educated youngsters in venturing out for entrepreneurship.

Patton also touched on Naga political issue, wherein legislators, under the banner of Joint Legislators Forum (JLF) on Naga political issue, had joined hands, irrespective of political affiliations, to facilitate the peace process for an early settlement.

Stating that Naga people want permanent peace, Patton was of the view that this was an opportune time for all sections of societies to unite so that peace settlement could be brought about without further delay.

Patton also congratulated the new office bearers and thanked the previous for selfless service rendered towards students’ community and society.

Patton also assured the students’ community that the present PDA gover nment under the leadership of chief minister Neiphiu Rio is fully committed to look into the welfare and genuine concerns of the students.

Governing body meeting held at NHAK

Pangyu Phom along with other dignitaries at the governing body meeting of NHAK.

DIMAPUR: Naga Hospital Authority, Kohima (NHAK) held its 10th governing body meeting on January 22 under the chairmanship of Pangyu Phom, minister for Health & Family Welfare, Nagaland.

A press release from NHAK managing director,

Dr. Thorhusie Katiry stated that others present were Dr. Neikiesalie Kire, advisor, Urban and Municipal Affairs, principal director, H&FW, Nagaland and officials from Planning and H&FW department, managing director and medical superintendent, NHAK and NHAK officials.

The meeting reviewed the hospital key performances, improvement of quality healthcare services, status of NEC funded projects, hospital equipments and manpower requirements and included a site visitation of the upcoming tertiary care cancer centre at NHAK.

PVHSS observes Netaji’s birth anniversary

DIMAPUR: Pranab Vidyapith Higher Secondary School (PVHSS), Dimapur, observed 124th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on January 23.

A press release from PVHSS, stated that the principal, Monoj Bhattacharjee, in his speech, stated that iconic leader like Subhas Chandra Bose was a high towering personality in Indian National movement struggle and was best known

for his bravery, courage, valour and sacrifice for motherland.

He also urged student fraternity to value their times and to follow footstep of the noble soul and also encouraged students to stand up for progress and well being of the nation.

The principal further advised students to develop among them a sense of brotherhood, tolerance and oneness, to which he termed as need of the hour.

Capacity building workshop Yonsei University counsellor visits SCERT Kohima for entrepreneurs in Dimapur KOHIMA: South Korean Yonsei University (KYU) counsellor professor Esther Suk-Yeon Jang, executive director, Global Diaspora Multi-Cultural Coaching Network, South Korea visited SCERT Kohima on January 22.

Speaking to a group of counsellors and officers of SCERT, professor Esther emphasized the need for licensing of counselling profession, to upgrade the quality of counselling profession, and the need for a counselling professional organisation to frame ethical issues and implement licensing system of counselling profession through rigorous training which may be expensive but worth investing for the sake of professionalism.

She challenged the counsellors in SCERT to promote counselling supervision and counselling licensing system so that the

Nagaland becomes the first state in India to implement licensing system of counselling profession. She also suggested the department to collaborate with the Yonsei University South Korea through signing of MoU. Nagaland’s SCERT director T. Sekhose while welcoming the guest from Korea thanked prof. Esther and requested her to help upgrade the quality of the SCERT on-going piploma course in school counselling psychology offered by SCERT. Sekhose expressed the need of counselling to cater to the needs of mental and emotional well-being of the youth and students.

Associate professor SCERT Nagaland Thungchibemo also expressed the need for accreditation and assessment of quality of counselling training by the National Council for Teacher Education

SSF training center inaugurated in Dimapur

Extinct species of hornbill in Sungkha village

Resource person discussing with participants at the programme.

D I M A P U R : D r. A P J Abdul Kalam Centre for Policy Research and Analysis- IIM-Shillong, in collaboration with Toka MPCS Ltd organized a one-day capacity building workshop for entrepreneurs at Tourist Lodge, Dimapur on January 21.

A press release from Toka MPCS Ltd Dimapur

media cell stated that, at the event, a discussion on present status of all the sectors in the state was discussed led by Dr. Bhaskar Kakati. Dr. Bhaskar Kakati delivered an explanation and discussed about the challenges faced by the entrepreneurs in the present society and how to overcome it by following

certain steps or measures.

Discussion on policies and projects related to the sectors was initiated by the research assistants from IIM- Shillong. The afternoon session was conducted by Sridhar who spoke on the know-how behind developing an enterprise.

The evening session was led by Sridhar, where the discussion focussed on how to manage an enterprise as per the different sectors.

Based on an interactive model of workshop, the programme saw the attendees raising queries and taking a proactive role in engaging with the experts.

The workshop ended with a feedback session where ideas and views were exchanged after which the presentation of certificates was held.

Zhaleo Rio along with Sericulture officers after unveiling the plaque of state sericulture farmers training center on January 23. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Zhaleo Rio, advisor of Sericulture, Excise and Minority Affairs, Nagaland, inaugurated the state sericulture farmers (SSF) training center at Dhansiripar Dimapur on Thursday.

According to DIPR report, while addressing the gathering, Zhaleo Rio termed the day as a red letter day particularly for the silkworm farmers as training institutes imparted the right knowledge to the farmers and made them aware about the different steps of rearing silkworms.

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tioned that the residents of Dhansiripar were lucky and fortunate and reminded the farmers to utilise funds and infrastructures provided by the government judiciously.

While encouraging the farmers to take up sericulture as family industry, advisor informed that the training center would focus on plantation maintenance, nursery production and it’s techniques, silkworm rearing and management technique, silk spinning and technology, silk designing and product diversification.

He asked the Sericulture officials for drawing out calendar of activities while stating that the main

objective of Sericulture department was to uplift the economy of the poor under privileged and targeted beneficiaries.

On the occasion Zhaleo Rio also encouraged the silkworm farmers to continue to work hard and asked the beneficiaries of Dhansiripar to inform him if they do not get their due entitlement.

Rio also assured for posting a Sericulture officer for the benefit of silkworm farmers. He also expressed gratitude to the contractor Khrosol for the quality workmanship and to the Sericulture department officers for their effort in making the training center a reality.

Secretary, Sericulture and Excise, Orenpomo Kikon who chaired the programme advised the village council of Dhansiripar for taking necessary caution so that no encroachment takes place in the farm.

Delivering the key note address, director Sericulture, Chubameren, lauded the farmers of Dhansiripar and advised them to continue working with the same spirit. He observed that in future the training center had the scope to be upgraded to a certificate course.

Joint director in his technical report said that the project comprising of administrative block, practical room, dormitory, kitchen, rearing house, guest house and faculty room was constructed at the cost of RS.4 crore 24 lakhs.

Short speeches were also delivered by chairman DVC, S.Chuba GB ( HQ) and on behalf of farmers and the contractor.

Additional director, Sericulture, Wapang Lemtur proposed the vote of thanks. Programme was also attended by Sericulture officers, SDO (c) Dhansiripar neighbouring villagers, chairman Handloom and Handicrafts, trainees, GBs and others.

DIMAPUR: Forest, Ecology and Environment team on their two-day visit to Sungkha village under Bhandari sub-division from January 17 to 18 has confirmed the presence of brown hornbill (bucerotidae) species.

A press release from head GB Sungkha village, Rhanchumo Kithan informed that even after the visiting team had left the village, the same flock of birds numbering eight to nine appeared in the early hours of the following day and was sighted below the village church, as per statement of Nzanbemo Kithan, VEC chairman, Sungkha village.

In this regard, head GB Rhanchumo Kithan has restricted hunting of the peculiar bird as it is almost extinct in the state.

He further warned that killing of any such hornbill species will invite stern action by the village authority, and to be reported to the administration for legal action. Further, the village authority appealed to the concern department to depute officials to study the species and protect the hornbill bird for eco-friendly and safe habitation.

Korean Yonsei university counsellor with SCERT officials.

(NCTE), New Delhi.

Dr. Zavise Rume, associate professor SCERT Nagaland expressed the need for SCERT collaboration with Yonsei University through professor Esther

to promote counselling professionalism in India starting from Nagaland state, In this regard, he requested professor Esther to be an external guide for the SCERT to promote school

counselling in Nagaland and play an exemplary role over India so that Nagaland becomes a land for creating peace and giving peace to the people of the world.

Fish kiosk inaugurated at Noklak town

M. Chaitanya, ADC Noklak inaugurating the fish kiosk at Noklak on January 23. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Department of Fisheries under negotiated loans from NABARD for the year 2018-2019 inaugurated a fish kiosk at Noklak town on January 23, where additional deputy commissioner (ADC) Noklak, M. Chaitanya graced the occasion as the special guest.

According to DIPR report, while delivering his inaugural speech, ADC Noklak encouraged the

local entrepreneurs to venture into fish sales and advised them to sell locally available fishes instead of bringing from the other states.

He also thanked the concerned department for taking up such innovative projects and urged locals to venture into fish farming.

During the programme district fishery officer (DFO) Tuensang, Rongsenkumzuk gave a

brief report on fish kiosks.

He also said that the main objective was to encourage hygienic fish kiosks and creating a congenial environment.

Programme was started with dedicatory prayer by pastor, LBC, Noklak.

Rev. Chilia and chaired by assistant fishery inspector.

Vote of thanks was delivered by assistant inspector Anyak Chang.

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Implement ILP in M’laya, demands UDP

Correspondent Shillong, Jan 23: The United Democratic Party (UDP), a key ally in the Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA) government on Thursday urged the Union government to implement Inner Line Permit (ILP) regime in the state.

“Originally the whole of Meghalaya was under ILP. However, in 1897 it was repealed from Garo hills for some reasons.

One being that the plain belts of Garo hills which was then under Lakhimpur district of Assam – here the Zamindari system was prevalent and ILP was repealed so as to allow the British officials to come here and collect taxes,” UDP Working President, Bindo Mathew Lanong said.

On Thursday, the UDP members held a day long central executive committee meeting and discussed on the implementation of ILP in view of the contentious Citizenship (Amendment) Act besides other issues. Lanong told reporters that the central government should implement Inner Line Permit (ILP) in the state since Khasi-Janita and Garo hills were mentioned in the original Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873.

Moreover, he said that in the original Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, the state of Manipur was not there but subsequently the state was brought under ILP. Manipur was brought under ILP on December 11, 2019. Nagaland’s Dimapur, which was excluded from the ILP, has also been

Bamboo crafts to dominate Assam tableau on R-Day

New Delhi, Jan 23 (IANS): The Assam government has decided to showcase the northeastern state’s bamboo and cane crafts in its tableau during the Republic Day parade, a senior state government officer said on Wednesday.

He said that bamboo and cane are abundant and an integral part of the life-

style and economy of Assam.

“A variety of products are made, like bamboo mats, sital pati, baskets of various sizes and shapes, winnowers, sieves, japi (traditional umbrella) and various fishing implements,” he said, adding that ‘Dhari’ or bamboo mat is another well-known item.

included into the regime.

“Since Meghalaya was in the original act.

We demand implementation of ILP in the state,” Lanong said.

Eulogising the Supreme Court for taking up the petition challenging the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, Lanong said, that the UDP hoped that the Supreme Court will go in sync with the aspirations of the people of the country.

On the other hand, UDP, general secretary, Je m i n o M aw t h o h d e scribed the passage of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act by the Parliament as a “wakeup call” for the people of northeast.

“We have to capitalise on this opportunity. For decades, we have been fighting illegal immigration and the time has come for us to

come up with something concrete (to curb influx),” Mawthoh said.

Asked what will be the move of the UDP if the centre declines to implement ILP in the state, Mawthoh called the people of the state to be “optimistic” and went on saying that, “there is the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act (MRSSA) which will be one of the mechanisms to safeguard the rights of the indigenous people of the state.”

“We need to have sincerity and commitment to come up with mechanisms, which will not infringe on the rights of the people and also not come in conflict with the provisions of the constitution,” the UDP general secretary added.

On the delay of Union Home Minister, Amit Shah to meet the MDA del-

egation to discuss on the resolution of the state assembly to implement ILP in the state, Mawthoh said, “There may be a little bit of delay since there are lot of protest across the Country but the state government is pursuing up on the matter to meet him.”

Asked if the BJP government in the centre does not approve ILP for Meghalaya, whether the UDP will seek for the removal of the BJP from the ruling MDA coalition government, Lanong said, “Since we are in a coalition and there are many parties involved we can’t take up the matter on our own.”

The BJP which has two members in the 60member Meghalaya Assembly is one of seven political parties which is part of the MDA government.

Biren asks youth to be entrepreneurs

N Biren Singh during the 1st MITCON 2020 in Imphal on Thursday. (NP) Dear Agon, This is a new stage of your life, so do not let the troubles in the past hold the brilliant future ahead of you.

I wish you the best in all the endeavors of your beautiful Life. May you find peace and happiness in everything you do. May your life become a garden of flowers.

“Happy birthday” With Love and Regards Loving brother Tso ________________________ Dearest Daddy, On this special day of yours we want to take the opportunity to thank you for everything that you have done for us. You are absolutely the most amazing father in the world. Happiest 50th Birthday daddy.

From Along Sezi Khumpi Bisa & Alem. ________________________ Happy Birthday to my incredible man!

You are a masterpiece, an amazing work of God, painted one stroke at a time in magnificent detail. May your life continue to reflect who you are and as amazing as you are as you begin another year. Sending you a ship full of good wishes on an ocean of love.

Happy Birthday!

With lots of Love.

Correspondent IMPHAL, Jan 23: Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Thursday exhorted the youths of Manipur to have entrepreneurial spirit instead of looking for government jobs alone.

Speaking at the opening ceremony of 1st MITCON 2020 at Hotel in Imphal, Singh said that most of the parents wish their children to get government jobs after giving education. This mindset usually destroys the entrepreneurial spirit of thousands of talented youths and on the other hand making huge rush for government jobs, he observed.

“As such, this notion should be given up so that young talents are not hindered to get into innovative ventures,” Singh said. The conference was organised by Information and Technology (INCOTE) Foundation,

a conglomerate body of 16 IT companies of Manipur.

The chief minister further said that his government was ever ready to extend all possible support to young entrepreneurs and self-employed youths. The state government had recently launched StandUp Manipur to provide assistance to motivated, hardworking and talented youths, he informed.

Expressing satisfaction on building up a collective strength of different IT companies by INCOTE Foundation, the chief minister said that such gesture of showing willingness to flourish together would certainly yield dividends in the days to come.

“Government is ever ready to extend co-operation in all their endeavours,” he added. Stating that modern

NE rebels call for ‘total shutdown’ on R-Day

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Agartala , Jan 23 (IANS): Thousands of non-tribals on Thursday organised a rally demanding rehabilitation of hundreds of displaced people who were affected due to 34,000 Reang tribals’ shelter in northern Tripura after the they fled from Mizoram 23 years ago due to ethnic unrest.

An agreement signed in New Delhi on January 16, stated that those Reang tribals among the 34,000 migrants unwilling to go back to Mizoram, would be rehabilitated in Tripura under a Rs 600 crore package.

Around 15,000 people, mostly non-tribals under the banner of the Nagarik Suraksha Manch (citizen protection platform) on Thursday held a rally in northern Tripura’s Kanchanpur demanding rehabilitation of the displaced non-tribal people, mostly Bengali community.

Aizawl, Jan 23 (PTI): Names of more than 11,000 Bru community people living in relief camps in Tripura will be deleted from voters’ list of their homeland Mizoram, following an agreement that allows the tribals to permanently settle in Tripura, a senior official said on Thursday.

Thousands of Br u community people have been living in relief camps in Tripura since 1997. They had fled Mizoram to reach the neighbouring state because of ethnic clashes. By now, the total number of these internally displaced people has risen to around 34,000.

The process of deletion of Bru voters from the state voters’ list is likely to be undertaken once the relief camps are closed down, Mizoram Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Ahish Kudran told PTI. “The action regarding deletion of names of the Bru voters will be taken probably during the next roll revision following provisions of the Representation of the People Act and taking approval from the

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Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late Aomatsung Jamir has been applied by Smti Pailamyigwangle, W/o Late Aomatsung Jamir, R/o H.No. 185, Nkwareu Vill. Jalukie Peren, Nagaland for Possession of : 1. Pension benefits 2. SBI A/C No. 30926159331 Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the admission of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may if she/he so desire appear in this court on or before 24th Feb, 2020.

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Election Commission,” he said. There were a total of 12,081 Bru voters in six relief camps in Tripura in the Lok Sabha polls in April last year. Only 33.54 per cent of those voters exercised their franchise at 15 polling booths set up exclusively for them at a village on the MizoramTripura border.

Kundra said the exact number of Bru voters could not be determined now as a section of them have returned to Mizoram during the final and ninth round repatriation in October after the last roll revision.

He expressed hope that the Bru voters, who did not return to Mizoram before the quadripartite agreement signed on January 16, would be included in Tripura’s electoral role.

The pact signed by representatives of the Brus, the central, Tripura and Mizoram governments in New Delhi allows these tribal people to permanently settle in Tripura.

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for ILP with valid documents and enter the state by following due procedure of rule. Deputy commissioner Komkar Dulom said the district administration has zero tolerance against such violators and urged all genuine non-Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe people to cooperate in carrying out the drive successfully.

“From the security point of view, it is good for everyone. The genuine citizens need not worry as the drive is not targeted at them. It is against illegal migrants,” Dolum said.

Many fake ILP passes were also detected during the drive and action will soon be taken against such illegal syndicate issuing false documents, he added.

“We suggest that people should not approach illegal operators for passes as it may cause trouble for them,” Dulom said.

The agreement was signed one-and-a-half months after the latest initiative to send the Bru refugees back to Mizoram failed. Of the targeted 4,447 families, Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb last week said only 350 families could be repatriated.

Deb said it will take at least six months to resettle the 34,000 odd members of the community who are living in Tripura for 23 years.

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Ita nag ar , Ja n 2 3 (Agencies): The Itangar district administration along with police has carried out a drive to check the influx of illegal migrants and apprehended 170 people from the city for having no inner-line permit (ILP).

The drive was carried out by the executive magistrates on Tuesday, along with police personnel, at several locations in Itangar, an official communiqué said. From Itanagar, a total of 63 people, including 86 from Naharlagun, were apprehended.

At Banderdewa, 21 people were caught without valid ILPs. Later, they were brought before the executive magistrate at the mobile court and all violators were deported out of the state through the Banderdewa checkgate. However, the administration said the genuine people can always apply

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Arunachal police nab 170 for not having ILP

Bru voters to be deleted from Mizoram electoral roll

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DIMAPUR, JAN 23 (NPN): Six North East rebel groups have called for a “total shutdown” on the Republic Day in the entire region from 6am to 6pm on January 26, 2020 “in order to stop hinder such ritual celebrations in our region.”

In a joint statement, the six groups, however, stated that religious activities and emergency services were exempted.

The rebel groups have advised the people of the region to “shun such celebrations orchestrated to legitimize foreign rule over us.” The groups stated that they have called for shutdown since the citizens of the region were “not allowed to enjoy Republicanism in the true sense of the term”.

They further said that the “so-called republican constitution of India fails to actually entitle the peoples of this region to republican liberty.”

“Celebration of Republic Day of the colonizer nation by the oppressed and colonized peoples is nothing less than wilfully participating in their own oppression,” stated the six groups, which included Hynniutrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), Kanglei Yawol

development requires uninterrupted power supply, the chief minister said that the state government was looking for a suitable site for setting up of a Solar Energy Park in order to supplement to state’s power requirement.

Maintaining that the BJP-led government has been trying to reflect ‘human service’ in its governance, he said that different noble schemes were being implemented towards this end. He also urged INCOTE Foundation and different other IT companies to share their ideas and suggestions in applying IT in the execution of government policies like biometric attendance system for government employees, Go to Village Mission, ILP System, School Fagathansi Mission, e-marketing.

Tripura: Displaced non-tribals seek rehabilitation

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I, Shri. Tiamenba, aged about 48 years, residing at Ura Villa Colony, Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby solemnly declare and affirm : 1. That I am the deponent, a bonafide citizen of India and competent to swear this affidavit.

2. That my wife Smti. Sentinaro Jamir is in habit of borrowing money without my knowledge and consent from different persons or sources.

3. That I hereby declare that whosoever done and deal with her for monetary matter without my knowledge and consent shall be its own risk and I shall not be responsible whatsoever.

4. That the statements made in the above paragraphs are all true to the best of my knowledge and belief and I also state and declare that nothing is stated false or concealed.

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It is hereby notified that if no objection to issue this certificate is received from anyone within a period of 30 (thirty) days w.e.f. the date of publication in press, the Certificate shall be issued, and no further complaint will be entertained for issue of the same.

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KOHIMA: NAGALAND NOTICE NOTICE INVITING OTHER CLAIMANTS TO REPRESENTATION TO COME FORWARD (UNDER PART-1 OF SECTION 375 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925) Succession Case No 02 of 2020 Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate of Lt. G. Poukingai was filed by Smti. Chandini, w/o Lt. G. Poukingai, R/o Naga Bazaar Colony, Kohima. To draw/operate family pension benefit, closure of A/c No. 20060708252 (SBI Main Branch Kohima) and other savings who expired on 27-11-2019.

Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate of this said deceased may if she/he so desire appear in this court on or before the said day of 21-02-2020.

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Punjab all-party meet resolves on water crisis CHANDIGARH, JAN 23 (AGENCIES): Expressing grave concern over the state’s critical water situation, an all-party meeting chaired by Chief Minister Capt Amarinder Singh on Thursday demanded reassessment of the state’s water availability and unanimously resolved that the Centre should ensure that Punjab river waters are not in any way transferred from basin to non-basin areas of the state’s three rivers.

All parties also unanimously demanded suitable amendments to the proposed Inter-State River Water Disputes Act to set up a new tribunal to ensure that Punjab got adequate water “in a just and equitable manner in keeping with its total demand and securing livelihood of the future generations”. The resolution read: “Punjab does not have surplus water and is facing a threat of desertification with declining availability of its river water and fast depleting groundwater. The state’s groundwater that meets 73 per cent of its irrigation requirements has declined to alarming levels, threatening the livelihood of farmers and other poor people.

“In such a situation, it is unanimously resolved that the Centre should ensure

Amarinder Singh and others addressing the press conference on Thursday. that Punjab river water is not in any way transferred from basin to non-basin areas of the Ravi, Sutlej and Beas as per internationally accepted riparian principle. Further, alternatives should be ascertained, including amendments to the proposed InterState River Water Disputes Act, to set up a new tribunal for a complete de novo assessment of availability of river waters before final decision, to harness, develop and provide adequate water to Punjab in a just and equitable manner in keeping with its total demand and securing livelihood of the future generations.”

The resolution was moved by minister Sukhbinder Singh Sarkaria at the all-party meeting convened by the Chief Minister to

ascertain ways to address the state’s continuously aggravating water crisis.

Though the resolution did not mention the SYL canal, leaders of all political parties, including the SAD and AAP, termed any move to construct the canal fatal for the state. All parties hailed the Chief Minister’s initiative in convening the meeting on the critical issue.

The Chief Minister later welcomed the positive and constructive suggestions given by leaders of all the parties saying his government would seek time from the Prime Minister to take an all-party delegation to represent Punjab’s case. The internationally accepted riparian principles had been ignored in the distribution of water in India, he pointed

out, stressing the need to correct it. He also announced that his government would hold such all-party meetings every six months to discuss important issues related to the state.

Terming the water problem a vital issue of concern to the whole of Punjab, and not just to his government or the Congress party, the Chief Minister, at the outset, set the tone for the meeting by pointing out that water had emerged as a global issue in view of the climate change and melting glaciers. Cities were predicted to go under water across the world, he noted, adding that while that “might not happen in our time, we owe it to the future generations to find a solution”. The meeting, he said, had been

convened to discuss the issue threadbare and arrive at a consensus to facilitate the formulation of a cohesive and long-term policy.

Expressing concern at the depleting ground water table, the CM observed that the level in Punjab rivers had reduced from 17 MAF, as listed by the Eradi Commission, to less than 13 MAF now. His government, said the CM, had been pressing the Prime Minister to form a fresh commission to assess the current water levels in Punjab’s three rivers. This was imperative in view of the changed situation, he told media after the meeting.

The CM clarified that the Bains brothers had not been invited to the meeting as only political parties recognised by the Election Commission had been included in the list of invitees.

Earlier, speaking during the meeting, Leader of Opposition Harpal Singh Cheema (AAP) extended full support to the government in promoting diversification of crops to enable water conservation in the state. The state should file another suit in the Supreme Court seeking fresh assessment of the available water in Punjab and insist on redistribution of water on riparian laws, he said.

5 Ambani’s security Hardik held in 2017 case as CRPF commando soon as he walks out of jail found dead MUMBAI, JAN 23 (PTI): A Central Reserve Police Force commando deployed in the security cover of Mukesh Ambani was found dead at the RIL Chairman’s residence with authorities probing if he killed himself or died after his service weapon went off accidentally, officials said.

They said constable Botara D Rambhai was found dead Wednesday night at the ‘Antilia’ residence of the businessman in south Mumbai.

It is yet to be ascertained if the jawan committed suicide or his weapon went off accidentally, they said.

It, however, looks to be a case of suicide, the officials said.

The deceased hailed from Junagadh district of Gujarat and had joined the force in 2014.

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is entrusted with securing Ambani under the top ‘Z+’ category of VIP security cover.

His wife Nita Ambani is also protected by the force under a similar cover but she has a smaller category of ‘Y’ cover.

Hardik Patel AHMEDABAD, JAN 23 (PTI): Congress leader Hardik Patel, who walked out of the Sabarmati Central Jail here on Thursday a day after he was granted bail in a sedition case, was immediately arrested by Gandhinagar district police in a 2017 case of addressing a rally without police permission, an official said.

A local court in Ahmedabad had on Wednesday granted bail to Patel, four days after he was arrested for failing to appear before the trial court in a 2015 sedition case.

As soon as he walked out of the jail on Thursday afternoon, he was arrested

by Mansa tehsil police of Gandhinagar district in connection with an FIR registered against him in

2017 for disobeying a police order.

“We arrested Hardik Patel as soon as he walked out of the jail today. Ahead of the Gujarat Assembly elections in December 2017, he had addressed a gathering in Mansa town without police permission.

While the FIR was lodged at that time, he was arrested in the case today,” police sub inspector of Mansa, S S Pawar, said. Patel was arrested on January 18 by the crime branch of Viramgam tehsil in Ahmedabad district for failing to appear before the trial court here in the 2015 sedition case, after a warrant was issued against him.

He had been previously arrested in connection with this sedition case filed by the Ahmedabad crime branch after violence broke out during a rally of the Patidar community in the city on August 25, 2015.

The quota agitation spearhead was granted bail in July 2016, and in November 2018, the court had framed charges against him and other accused in the case.

Patel had joined the Congress ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.

Small aircraft makes emergency Iltija Mufti alleges harassment by special security group landing on expressway near Delhi

around 1.45 pm on the highway near Sadarpur village, Ghaziabad Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kalanidhi Naithani said.

“The plane had two pilots onboard and both of them are safe,” Naithani told PTI.

Opposition slams UP CM Yogi for warning to anti-CAA protesters LUCKNOW, JAN 23 (PTI): The opposition parties on Thursday slammed Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for warning antiCAA protesters that “azadi” slogans raised by them will be treated as sedition.

While the Samajwadi Party drew an analogy with the British rule, the Congress termed it “a language of dictators”.

The UP CM in a rally in Kanpur on Wednesday had said, “If azadi slogans are raised here like they used to be raised in Kashmir, then it will come in the category of sedition and stringent action will be taken by the government.”

Reacting to it, Senior SP leader Ram Govind Chaudhary said the British too “had described freedom fighters as terrorists”.

“Now their successors or those who had sided with them are terming those raising azadi slogans traitors,” he said. He said there was no need to to get “perturbed” by such warnings. “Their countdown has started and that is why they are ranting,” Chaudhary said.

The SP leader alleged that the CM was threatening women against those hell bent on dividing the country.

“Azadi is the birthright of all countrymen and those

denying it will have to depart in the same manner as Hitler,” the SP leader said.

SP spokesman Rajendra Chaudhary too said the dissent against the CAA is being dubbed as treason by the chief minister, which is against the very essence of a democracy.

“The CM is threatening women who are demanding their rights,” Chaudhary asserted. When asked about the chief minister’s allegation that the SP was funding anti-CAA protests, Chaudhary said, “This amounts to making a mockery of people’s emotions.”

“Protests are on in all the states, including northeaster n region. Are we distributing money in all states,” Chaudhary wondered.

M e a n w h i l e, U t t a r Pradesh Congress president Ajay Kumar Lallu said the CM is speaking “a language of dictators”.

“If raising voice against the government’s oppression and politics of hatred is treason, the government should first arrest me,” Lallu said, adding that since the protests have rattled the government, it is accusing the Congress of sponsoring them.

“If people are on agitation path over this issue, why is the government not addressing it,” Lallu said.

red handed with militants, I’m certainly safer without them,” Iltija Mufti wrote on Twitter. “I was constantly monitored by SSG, IB and CID in Srinagar. Wish MHA

would focus its resources on matters of grave importance as opposed to stalking young women like me. Why waste taxpayers money?” she said. Iltija Mufti has

been operating her mother’s twitter handle since 5 August when the PDP president was placed under detention in the wake of abrogation of Article 370.

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GHAZIABAD (UP), JAN 23 (PTI): A two-seater aircraft used by the NCC made an emergency landing on the Eastern Peripheral Expressway here on Thursday following engine failure, officials said.

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The aircraft made an emergency landing in Meerut at 2 pm following engine failure, a Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) official said.

The left wing of the aircraft, which departed from Bareilly for the Hindon airbase at 11.16 am, suffered some damages in the incident but traffic movement on the highway remained normal, he said.

The National Cadet Corps (NCC) has been using the aircraft for training, Deputy Superintendent of police (Sadar) Anshu Jain said.

The Eastern Peripheral Expressway or Kundli–Ghaziabad–Palwal Expressway or National Expressway 2 is a 135-km-long, six-lane expressway passing through the states of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. It is located around 50 km from the national capital.

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Remembering Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose

Vol. XXx NO. 47 Dimapur, FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2020

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evelopment of Dimapur railway station, has become a very pressing need in view of the increasing growth in volume of passengers travelling to and from Dimapur. Nagaland’s only railhead- Dimapur railway station- nets the second highest revenue for the North Frontier Railways after Guwahati but there has been slow progress in development. Passenger amenities in the railway station fall far below what is expected of a station that adds to high revenue income. One of the biggest hurdle to development of connectivity has been and continues to be encroachment on railway lands over several decades. There are some obstacles that come in the way of developing modern facilities and amenities in the Dimapur railway station. The first and foremost is for the NFR to reclaim all its lands so that it can prepare a blueprint for development of Dimapur railway station. The railway station is managed by the railways and so there can be no parallel authorities within its territorial and legal jurisdiction. Any other body or organisation has to obtain prior and written sanction from the railway authorities before setting up any business or other activities within its premises.

This point needs to be understood particularly in the context of how some so-called religious structures have come up within the premises of Dimapur railway station. GM of NFR Sanjiv Roy who was on an inspection tour of Dimapur Railway Station on Tuesday, had echoed the same concern about encroachment as the biggest hurdle to development. To state a case in point, platform No.2 has no canopy till today, because there is no space for shifting the railway tracks so as to construct the shed. According to an earlier report carried in this newspaper, the present width of platform No.2 is hardly six meters and insufficient to construct a canopy over it. The required space is nine meters but there is no scope for expansion. In an earlier interview to this newspaper, the Divisional Railway Manager (Lumding) maintained that unless the local administration acts urgently, development of Dimapur railway station would remain stunted. This throws the ball at the court of the local administration who have to play the role as custodian of the law instead of dragging their feet in conducting a joint eviction drive. The railway authorities have alleged that a long drawn court battle pertaining to land encroachment has turned out to be a major bottleneck and halted railway authorities from widening platform number 2 at Dimapur. It is time that the state government seriously consider the problems of encroachment in railway as well as airport lands in Dimapur.

On the issue of improvement of Dimapur railway station, it must also be mentioned that there are too many passengers fighting for too few tickets. The GM (NFR) should also take note of this fact and ask what the NFR is doing to mitigate the perennial suffering of train passengers of Dimapur. What passengers of Dimapur urgently need are few- increased quotas of seats to and from Nagaland’s only railway station that also caters to the need of passengers from nearby Karbi Anglong and Manipur; introduction of at least 15 trains at Dimapur out of 40 trains emanating from Tinisukia to meet the needs of a growing number of passengers. Responsible leaders of society and NGOs must realise that they have to play a positive role towards development by creating awareness and acting as pressure lobby on their government to deliver.

DailyDevotion Transformed by Beholding We all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image… —2 Corinthians 3:18 The greatest characteristic a Christian can exhibit is this completely unveiled openness before God, which allows that person’s life to become a mirror for others. When the Spirit fills us, we are transformed, and by beholding God we become mirrors. You can always tell when someone has been beholding the glory of the Lord, because your inner spirit senses that he mirrors the Lord’s own character. Beware of anything that would spot or tarnish that mirror in you. It is almost always something good that will stain it— something good, but not what is best.

The most important rule for us is to concentrate on keeping our lives open to God. Let everything else including work, clothes, and food be set aside. The busyness of things obscures our concentration on God. We must maintain a position of beholding Him, keeping our lives completely spiritual through and through. Let other things come and go as they will; let other people criticize us as they will; but never allow anything to obscure the life that “is hidden with Christ in God” (Colossians 3:3). Never let a hurried lifestyle disturb the relationship of abiding in Him. This is an easy thing to allow, but we must guard against it. The most difficult lesson of the Christian life is learning how to continue “beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord….”

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To enjoy good health, to bring true happiness to one’s family, to bring peace to all, one must first discipline and control one’s own mind. If a man can control his mind he can find the way to Enlightenment, and all wisdom and virtue will naturally come to him. ~ Buddha

Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2020

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ubhash Chandra Bose was born to a wealthy and prominent Bengali lawyer Janakinath Bose and Prabhabati on Saturday, the 23rd January 1897 in Cuttack, Orissa India. He was the sixth son and ninth child.

His father was from the Boses of Mahinagar and mother Prabhabati from the Dutts of Hatkhola.

Bose in his autobiography, “The Indian Pilgrim” describes that though he did not know much of what ‘want and poverty’ meant which helped him from selfishness and greed. He also mentioned that he was not pampered, as there was not much of a luxury and lavishness in their home.

Bose is a very prominent freedom fighter of Indian freedom struggle and is lovingly referred to as Netaji. He is a man of vision who would not compromise for half free India but full-fledged free India. A man who would not accept Indians as inferior than any other race but an equal with any other race or people. A man who would never be ashamed to be called an Indian rather always proud to be one. His strong personality was attributed to his deep-rooted belief that, Indian has a glorious past and a bright future as a nation, as civilization, as a culture.

Though he could not gain as much credit for Indian Independence as that of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru for various reasons, Netaji is no lesser than any of them.

In fact he was the one who founded the Indian National Army (Azad Hind Fauj) to overthrow the British Empire from India. His vision for Free India is that of a unified India regardless of religious faith, castes, rich or poor and best portrayed

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when he said, “By freedom I mean all round freedom, i.e., freedom for the individual as well as for the society, for the rich as well as for the poor, for all individuals as well as for all classes. This freedom implies not only emancipation from political bondage but equitable distribution of wealth, abolition of caste barriers and social inequities, and destruction of communalism and religious intolerance.

Bose was a natural leader with staunch nationalistic sentiments eventually becoming very famous and well known even in his college days as described

by Suniti Kumar Chatterji, one of his contemporary students in college days.

He was also known for his openness to ideas; his prompt advocacy of what he thought was right, and his solicitude for the unity and welfare of India as a whole from north to south and east to west as one.

He was a man of vision who does not only focus on the present but sees the future well ahead of time and could not think of India being ruled by the British people, earning a livelihood from them, colonized by them. From one of his sayings we can see that he believed that India should not forget her glories past as she has her own culture which is unique and must continue to develop along her own distinctive channels. He also strongly believed that in philosophy, literature, art and science, India have something new to give to the world which the world eagerly awaits.

He is such a an optimist person that he does not let his failures and adversaries take the good part of him but rather looks forward to brighter and joyous day. He said,

“There is nothing that lures me more than a life of adventure away from the beaten track and in search of the unknown.

In this life there may be suffering, but there is joy as well; there maybe darkness, but there are also hours of dawn. To this path I call my countrymen.” He probably was one of the most zealous national leaders of his time for free India. It is quite apparent that he dwelt in the present with futuristic goal in mind as stated by him, “We can no longer live in an isolated corner of the world. Free India will have to fight her modern enemies with modern methods, both in the economic and political spheres. The days of the bullock cart are gone and gone forever. The free world must prepare itself for any eventuality as long as the whole world does accept, wholeheartedly the policy of disarmament” (The 6TH Netaji Subhash Commemorative Souvenir).

He was probably one of the few during his time that recognizes the importance of women’s role in the development of the nation. He, I believe was a man who did not only talk about equality but showed through his action especially to the womenfolk’s in terms of giving equal opportunity for them and motivated the women right from his own family circle. He would encourage the womenfolk’s not to compromise with their ability and talents but to go beyond their own small box. One get’s a better picture of his recognition for women from his words and write up’s and one such can be seen from his letter to his niece Gita, “The lives of women are no less valuable than the lives of men and the

Preamble or presumable?

The groan of a citizen

E, THE PEOPLE OF INDIA, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a ....... ?

When we were in high school the word ‘Democratic’ was a part of this line of the Preamble and it is something that we still remember and firmly belief about our country. But is it? Was it?

Words have a unique way of communicating thought and reality, so much so that they are often trusted beyond the reality themselves. A bride trusts her husband on his vow at the altar, a child trusts her parents’ word that the injection is good for her, a patient trusts the doctor to open up his body and do the right thing. This trust doesn’t come easily but from a lifetime of building it up- with love, care, integrity and credentials and is oftentimes very easily broken with a mistake, an infidelity, a broken home, or an instrument left in the body.

So when we first saw and read the first words of our Constitution established by our founding fathers, with blood and ink, we believed it to be true and every 5th year the Elections show us the evidences that it is true, that our country is indeed a Democracy, that our voice and choice matters, that even though there might be voices that threaten it, be it external or internal, in the end, the people’s choice will prevail and be protected.

But, looking into the current scenario of our country today this seems less like a reality and more and more like a fairy tale, true only in books but not outside. And like every fairy tale that was knocked out by reality as we grew up, I hope this (of our motherland being a democracy) also doesn’t head to the same fate in the years to come.

At the outset, No! I’m not against the people who are being afflicted outside, nor do I want them to go on suffering. Yes they are not my family or my relatives but they are human and they deserve every right that a human being rightly deserves by virtue of being a human and it is our duty to care for any human that doesn’t have these, irrespective of their religion, caste or ethnicity.

Either am I propagating a doomsday scenario for our country, despite the situations. I’m neither a historian nor a prophet, but just an observing citizen.

And when we clearly see things we value, crumbling in front of our own eyes, one can’t help but give a groan or a sigh or cry. And this is one such groan, a groan against the breakdown of ‘Democracy’ in our country, of the trust of our people in our Constitution, in the idea and reality of our Country founded by our fathers and brothers and sisters in the batttlefield, in our leaders, and “Prime Servants”.

Democracy as we were taught it was supposed to be the ‘government of the people, for the people and by the people.’ But has it now been reversed into ‘people of the government, for the government and by the government!’?

Time is revealing and will fully reveal one day.

And when the elected leaders of our country ignores the voices of the people who elected them, when they start thinking that they know better, that the people’s opinions don’t matter no matter how hard they shout or risk their life to convey it, that day almost dawns.

If we compromise today on our sacred values for something, no matter how big or small, what gives us the guarantee that we won’t compromise again later?

It is said, “absolute power corrupts absolutely.” And it is this that Democracy prevents. And this is why I sigh.

This is why the people of our country cry out. This is why India is India and North Korea is North Korea.

We are proudly and rightly known as the largest Democracy in the world.

Let us not forfeit that. Let that be a ‘tag’ that is true to the world and also true for us.

Let the reality of the words of our Preamble remain a reality. Let us preserve this reality, not for our own sakes alone but for the sake of the young ones who would one day read the ‘same’ Preamble and believe it because it is true.

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purpose of the lives of women do not merely consist in cooking and having children. Women can also have a life of fulfillment if they can accept an ideal and follow it. If you can do that, then I shall be really happy and there will be full justification of your birth as human being” (Leonard A. Gordon, 2012).

As Dr. Leonard A. Gordon puts it in a beautiful way that his recognition for womenfolk’s Can be seen through the formation of Rani of Jhansi Regiment of INA and the appointment of Minister for Women’s affairs in his cabinet of provincial government of Azad Hind.

He challenged and encouraged the Regiment during the opening ceremony of the training camp in Singapore on 22nd October 1943 by saying, “Sisters and brothers-the opening of Rani of Jhansi regiment Training camp… is a very important landmark in the progress of our movement in East Asia. Ours is nor merely political movement …it is only in the fitness of things that there should be a stir of New Life among our womenfolk.”

Bose struggled both internally and externally but never gave up on his vision to Free Indians from the British Raj. When he escaped from his Calcutta residence in disguise on the night of 17th January 1941, though closely watched made his way through to Kabul where the Italian embassy granted him the passport in the name of ‘Signor Orlando Massota’. He came in contact with Stalin of Soviet Union who sent him to Berlin to meet Hitler and discuss his vision with him. At Berlin his fervent anti-British views won him an audience with Hitler’s foreign minister, Joachim von Ribbentrop to allow

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him to transform few thousand Indian prisoners-ofwar, who while fighting for the British in North Africa were captured by the Germans, into loyal troops of Germany’s army.

However, when Hitler turned against Stalin and invaded the Soviet Union in June 1941, Bose became skeptical of the Nazis and asked to be allowed to travel to Japan which was long admired by Indian nationalists ever since Japan had emerged as a strong, independent, nonWestern country. Hitler, the German leader agreed to Bose’s plan, and in early 1943, Bose traveled by submarine halfway around the world to imperial Japan ending his three years stay in Germany (Thomas Lamont ).

On 16 May 1943, Netaji landed in Tokyo and from 17 May onwards, he met Japanese Army and Navy Chiefs-of-Staff, Navy Minister and Foreign Minister in rapid succession. Japanese Prime Minister Tojo granted Netaji an interview on 10 June 1943 where he was impressed with Netaji’s personality that he offered to meet him again after four days.

It is worth mentioning that on 14, June 1943, Tojo was deeply impressed by Netaji’s intellectual grasp of the war situation and leadership capability. Two days later, on 16 June1943, Netaji was invited to visit the Diet where Tojo surprised him with his historic declaration on India: “We are indignant about the fact that India is still under the ruthless suppression of Britain and are in full sympathy with her desperate struggle for independence. We are determined to extend all possible assistance to the cause of India’s independence. It is our belief that the day is not far off when

India will enjoy freedom and prosperity after winning independence”. Tojo further added “India for Indians” (www.missionnetaji.org ).

On 27 June 1943, Netaji accompanied by Ras Bihari Bose arrived at Singapore from Tokyo. It was here where he took the leadership of Indian Independence league as the president from Ras Bihari Bose and the command of INA. Bose boldly declared to his troops, “Dilli Chalo” (“On to Delhi”) and offered Indian nationalists a rousing new slogan, “Give me blood, and I will give you freedom.” Indians, who throughout the subcontinent were chaffing under increased British repression and economic exploitation, welcomed news of Bose and the INA. By 1944, Bose was already in the Indian soil with his mighty INA and allied Japanese force crossing through Homalin, capturing the British outpost at Jesami. Bose than travelled towards Phek towards Kohima camping at Ruzazho Village, which is the first known administrative camp in the Indian soil till date. From here he went on to oversee the great battle of Kohima at Cesezu village making his forays to Kigwema and the search is still on how he exited Naga Hills to Mynmar. As we celebrate Netaji’s birthday it is worth mentioning here that the history of India would have a different story had it not been his bold and courageous steps to fight against the mighty British with determination. Hence, he need to be given due honor and respect for his sacrifice for this Nation.

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Social media and its effects

ow many followers do you have on Instagram? Did you check her WhatsApp status? Why does he not like my pictures on Facebook? Well, these are some conversations friends usually have. Social Media is nothing for them, but still, it is everything for them. 21st generation is growing with Good mornings in social media and Goodnight through social media. Social Media has created a significant impact on people irrespective of gender and age difference.

There are times when people think that youngsters or someone who is not accessing any social media are usually renegades in their thoughts and opinions. But, is that really true? Does, being on social media decide our views and opinions? It simply makes people think a lot more than what they should actually think about anyone. Based on that note, Social media has a bunch of advantages as well.

You can always keep connected to your loved ones.

In today’s world, one cannot imagine meeting their loved ones every single day. Social media has made this process a lot easier by Video Callings and much more stuff.

Showcase your extraordinary talent. People usually search for platforms to showcase their talent. After, social media has come into existence there are a lot of people who have grabbed fame by their talent and hard work.

It is literally not possible on any other platform.

Catching people with identical interests. Many people have the same thoughts, opinions and thinking. But, they seem to be disconnected because they don’t have a common medium to inter-

act. Social media is a place where you can find someone who is of your type and have think pattern of your same wavelength. Finding such people often make our lives happier and much more comfortable.

Who thought that earning money can be so easy?

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Not every information may be correct here. Social media is a platform which holds all news about almost everyone. However, it is not important that every single information which has conveyed through social media should be accurate. There are times when people receive wrong information only through this medium and spread like wildfire.

You meet new people, but they are majorly not real ones. Being on social media platform looks very cool and surprising to people. But, the inside reality is always behind

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In the recently concluded ‘Khelo India’ held at Guahati, Assam where all the states participated, Maharashtra was declared the overall champion with a medal tally of 256.

The number of medals won by the North Eastern states are - Assam 76, Manipur 54, Tripura 5, Arunachal Pradesh 17, Mizoram 10, Sikkim 1, Nagaland 0.

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PM fulfilling ‘anti-Muslim agenda’ of ‘Free to go’: Nitish slams Varma’s charges Jana Sangh, Hindu Mahasabha: Gowda

NEW DELHI, JAN 23 (PTI): The sessions judge who recently issued death warrants against the four death row convicts in the 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape and murder case has been transferred.

Additional Sessions Judge Satish Kumar Arora has been transferred to the Supreme Court as an Additional Registrar on deputation basis for one year, said a letter sent by Registrar General, Delhi High Court, to the District Judge, Patiala House Courts.

Before his transfer, Arora was hearing the Nirbhaya rape case and other cases, including those lodged by the special cell of Delhi

Police. The case is likely to be assigned to new judge soon who will be entitled to entertain any plea related to the Nirbhaya case in the trial courts.

The letter dated January 20 has sought to relieve Arora immediately.

“I am directed to say that the chief justice (of Delhi High Court) has been pleased to appoint Satish Kumar Arora, an officer of higher judicial service, as Additional Registrar, Supreme Court of India on deputation basis, initially for a period of one year.

“I, therefore, request you to kindly relieve immediately Satish Kumar Arora, so as to enable him to join

his new assignment,” joint registrar, Anil Kumar Arora, said in a letter on behalf of Registrar General of the Delhi high court.

As per the last order passed by the court, the hanging of all the four convicts -- Vinay Sharma (26), Akshay Kumar Singh (31), Mukesh Kumar Singh (32) and Pawan (25) -- is to take place on February 1 at 6 am.

A 23-year-old paramedic student, referred to as Nirbhaya, was gang-raped and brutally assaulted on the intervening night of December 16-17, 2012, in a moving bus in south Delhi by six people before she was thrown out on the road.

Action sought against AMU Dean for ‘threatening’ students ALIGARH (UP), JAN 23 (PTI): The students’ coordination committee of the AMU on Thursday burnt an effigy of the varsity’s Dean near Baab-e-Syed gate and demanded police action against him for allegedly threatening students opposing the CAA. Former AMU Students’ Union President and spokesman of the Students’ Coordination Committee Faizul Hasan has lodged a complaint with Senior Superintendent of Police Akash Kulhari in this regard, the students’ body said. In the complaint, Hasan alleged that while AMU Vice Chancellor Tariq Mansoor was on Wednesday persuading protesting medicos to resume attending classes, newly appointed Dean of

Cong suffering from ‘mental bankruptcy’: Nadda dares Rahul gandhi to speak 10 lines on CAA

AGRA (UP), JAN 23 (PTI): Newly elected BJP national president J P Nadda on Thursday slammed the Congress for opposing the CAA, saying the leadership of the party was suffering from “mental bankruptcy” and dared Rahul Gandhi to “speak even ten lines” on the amended law.

“The Congress has lost all hopes. Its leadership is suffering from ‘manasik diwaliyapan’ (mental bankruptcy). The statements issued by the party in the last eight months reflect that they are intended to help Pakistan,” he said.

Daring Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to “speak even ten lines” on the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, Nadda said the Congress was provoking Muslims.

“If he (Rahul) speaks even ten lines on CAA, then we will acknowledge him,” he said. The BJP chief said there was no need to be afraid of the CAA as it was the law of the people and accused the Congress of conspiring to

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fan riots in the state and the country.

“Cong ress leaders have supported those who spread violence. The party is upset and their leaders have given statements in the language of Pakistan,” he said.

Seeking to allay “apprehensions created by the Congress” that minority community members will lose their citizenship under the new law, the BJP chief said, “The CAA is to give citizenship and not to snatch it. Those who do not know anything about the law are misguiding the people.”

Nadda was addressing a public meeting here in support of the amended law three days after taking over the reins from Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

The 59-year-old leader from Himachal Pradesh was elected as BJP’s 11th president on Monday after he emerged as the only nominee in the fray.

In an apparent reference to the leaders of the BSP and the SP, he said, “These days Dalit leaders are opposing the CAA. These Dalit leaders and the Congress hardly know anything about the CAA and are only spreading canards to mislead people.”

Nadda said the political innings of the two parties was over and they have understood that times have changed and the country is marching rapidly under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said in his address said that in a democracy, everyone has the right to speak in a democratic

way but those who cause chaos should not be under any kind of illusion as the government has a solution to every problem.

“The government will recover the losses from those who damaged public property,” he said. He said protesters who destroyed public property on the signal of PFI and SIMI have now realised that their assets will be confiscated.

“Now, these people are trying to ruin the atmosphere by using their women and children as a shield,” he said, adding that previous governments used to plead with miscreants.

Stressing that opposition parties have created their vote banks by focussing on conflicts between communities, Adityanath said ever since Prime Minister Narendra Modi came to power, all such issues have been resolved. “The opposition is upset with the abrogation of Article 370. They are speaking the language of Pakistan,” he added.

Students’ Welfare Mujahid Beg allegedly told them to be “thankful” as only hands of some of the students were broken in the police action on December 15 and “no one had been killed”.

Students of the Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College are boycotting classes as part of the continuing anti-CAA protest at the campus.

The Dean’s remarks

infuriated the agitating students who felt that they were being threatened and pressurised to call off their stir.

When contacted, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) spokesperson Shafey Kidwai admitted that some of the “off the cuff remarks” by the Dean might have caused confusion.

“He had, however, no intention of threatening

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“There is no role for any third party in the Kashmir issue,” MEA Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said when asked about Trump’s offer.

“Our position has been clear and consistent on Kashmir... It is a bilateral issue between India and Pakistan,” he said.

Addressing the media with Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan in Davos on Tuesday, Trump said that the US was watching

the developments related to Kashmir “very closely” and repeated his offer to “help” resolve the matter.

Kumar said issues have to be resolved bilaterally and the onus was on Pakistan to create an environment for engagement.

Pakistan’s attempt to create an alarmist situation in Kashmir failed and the global community understands its double standards, he said in response to another question.

the protesting students but was just reminding them of some past events which the university had witnessed and which were even worse than today’s crisis,” Kidwai clarified.

He said that the Vice Chancellor’s initiative was part of an ongoing outreach programme to persuade the protesting students in different faculties to start attending classes “even while continuing with their peaceful protest against what they feel is unjust legislation”.

Meanwhile, seven students including two former leaders were booked by the police for brandishing their shoes at university Proctor Afifullah Khan after he objected to outsiders joining the protest on the campus.

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According to circle officer Anil Samania, Nadeem Ansari, the former vice president of students’ union and Hamza Sufian were booked under relevant sections of the IPC following a written complaint by the proctors’ office.

The incident happened on January 17 when a large number of students were protesting on the campus and the proctor reportedly objected to the presence of some outsiders.

Students at AMU on Thursday also held a meeting to register support for film star Nasiruddin Shah, an alumnus of AMU, who they alleged was being targeted by sections of social media for voicing his support for anti-CAA protests.

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No role for third party in Kashmir issue: MEA on Trump’s fresh offer for help

NEW DELHI, JAN 23 (PTI): There is no role for any third party in the Kashmir issue which has to be resolved bilaterally with Pakistan and the onus is on Islamabad to create an environment for engagement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.

The ministry’s assertion came in response to US President Donald Trump’s fresh offer to “help” in resolving the issue.

fight these acts at any level and be ready to go to jail if such a situation arose, he said, addressing a JD(S) convention here.

Alleging that attempts were being made to treat Muslims as second grade citizens of the country, he accused Modi of “fulfilling the nearly 70-year-old anti Muslim agenda” of the Jana Sangh and Hindu Mahasabha, after his party won over 300 seats in the Lok Sabha in the 2019 parliamentary polls.

Pointing to nationwide agitations, he said “this gov-

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ernment has led the country to the margins of danger...”

Noting that Congress and JD(S) as “secular parties”, had formed a coalition government in Karnataka that eventually collapsed, the regional party’s national President said he would not discuss who was right or wrong and reasons for the government to fall. “But somewhere we have stumbled,” he said.

“How the BJP government was formed in Karnataka, how long will it survive, where did we stumble...let’s not discuss about it.

Let’s concentrate on strengthening our organisation...be prepared for everything. Only then will the party survive,”he added.

Pointing to his defeat in the Lok Sabha polls and the party getting 15 seats in the assembly polls, Gowda asked JD (S) workers not to be disheartened, fearing the party’s poor prospects in the future.

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“But if he had any reservations, he could have expressed the same in a party forum. And the reference to conversations made in private! Would I ever go public with what he has said to me in private”, Kumar said with obvious displeasure.

“Nonetheless, I have lots of respect for him. He can go wherever he likes”, Kumar said with smile on his lips, concealing the bitterness caused by the recent development.

This is the first time that the Bihar chief minister

BENGALURU, JAN 23 (PTI): JD(S) patriarch H D Deve Gowda on Thursday called on secular regional parties and Congress to fight against the “divisive policies” of the central government like the Citizenship Amendment Act and National Register of Citizens with a Common Minimum Programme.

The for mer Prime Minister also accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of fulfilling the “long standing anti-Muslim agenda” of Jana Sangh and Hindu Mahasabha, and leading the country to the margins of danger.

Gowda said that during these trying times, regional parties and the Congress still believing in secular principles have to fight with a CMP “to avert the disaster that may explode anytime.”

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Kumar made the comment when mediapersons approached him at the historic Gandhi Maidan here, where he had come to attend a function organized on the occasion of Netaji Subhas Chandra Boses birth anniversary.

“He (Varma) is a scholarly person for whom I have enormous, personal respect.

But the types of statements he has been giving.. it has left me flabbergasted,” he said.

“There should be no confusion on the stand tak-

“personal” view that there was need for “democratic and socialist forces” to “regroup” against the saffron party and also about having “actually assigned a senior party official” the task.

Varma, who had resigned from the Indian Foreign Service in 2013 to take over as the chief ministers culture adviser and got elected to the Rajya Sabha for a two-year period in 2014, had questioned the partys decision to take its alliance with the BJP beyond Bihar by contesting the Delhi assembly polls in alliance.

He had cited the example of the Shiramoni Akali Dal, one of the BJPs oldest allies, which has declined to contest elections in the national capital despite a sizeable population of Sikhs following differences with the saffron party over non-inclusion of Muslims in the CAA Notably, the Akali Dal is a part of the Narendra Modi government at the Centre which the JD(U) is not.

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Nitish Kumar and Pavan Varma. (File)

has chosen to speak about voices of dissent emerging from his party in the wake of the JD(U)s decision to support the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill in Parliament in the winter session, less than a year after having opposed the same.

Besides Varma, poll strategist-turned-JD(U) vice president Prashant Kishor has also been venting displeasure over the party’s stand on the contentious law.

Varma, in his letter, had written in detail about the views claimed to have been expressed by Kumar during their “private” conversations about “divisive” agenda of BJP, the leadership of Narendra Modi, who had become a polarizing figure in the wake of post-Godhra riots and reminded him of his past efforts at making an “RSS mukt bharat”.

Varma also wrote about Kumar having complained that “the current leadership in the BJP has humiliated him and expressed a

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PATNA, JAN 23 (PTI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday took umbrage at his senior party leader Pavan Varma for going public with reservations about the JD(U)s support to Citizenship (Amendment) Act and tie-up with BJP for Delhi assembly polls, and made it clear that the “scholarly” diplomatturned-politician was “free to go wherever he likes”.

Kumars blunt remarks came two days after Varma, a former Rajya Sabha member, sent him a two-page letter on the issue and shared screenshots of the same on his official twitter handle and facebook profile despite it containing details of conversations the two were claimed to have had “in private”.

Va r m a , w h o h a d sought “ideological clarity” from Kumar the JD(U)s national president had arrived in the city later in the day on a private visit during which he could not meet the chief minister but demanded from him “a full statement” on

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appearing an uptrend… economic system is easily poised to take off from right here,” Goyal stated.

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(From p-1) CJM informed that, henceforth, no affidavit would be sworn in the absence of the deponent or through representatives.

Notaries have been advised to desist from using the terms Chief Judicial Magistrate/ Judicial Magistrate 1st Class/Magistrate in affidavits sworn before them. CJM asserted that the use of dual meaning terms such as Magistrate/ Notary Public in affidavits sworn before Notary Public would be discontinued to prevent any confusion in the matter. CJM said that such misrepresentation of facts and misuse of the Court nomenclature in newspapers and the public domain has been bringing disrepute to the Judicial institution and would invite penalty under relevant provisions of the IPC, 1860 for the offence of personation.

Further, CJM has informed the general public that it was a criminal offence u/s. 191,193,195,199 of IPC, 1860 to make a false affidavit.

AGR dues,” Emkay said.

“Expenditure to be squeezed based on the steep shortfall in revenue receipts, we believe that the government is likely to curtail expenditure by Rs 1.8 lakh crore. Major savings are likely to emanate from food subsidy (transferred off balance sheet), lower interest payment outgo and savings generated from the PM-Kisan scheme. FY21 expenditure concentration to remain similar to that of FY20, where the budget allocation would continue to remain tilted toward railways, defence and urban infrastructure,” said the report.

Gross borrowing figure is likely to be budgeted at Rs 7.5 lakh crore, i.e., growth of 5.7 per cent year-on-year.

This is likely to keep the yields elevated near 6.8-7.0 per cent said the report.

No big announcements but

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every month respectively.

The government said that the first category of 46 lakh taxpayers would be from Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Sikkim, Arunachal, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Meghalaya, Assam, West Bengal, Jharkhand and Odisha.

The second set of 49 lakh assessees would be from Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Daman and Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Lakshadweep, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

“USD/INR Pair traded in range of 71.20–71.30, as markets looks out for new triggers rupee keeps trading in range but with weak bias due to corona virus being spread in China, which can dampen investment infusion. Rupee can be range of 71.20-71.35 in coming sessions,” Jateen Trivedi, Senior Research Analyst (Commodity & Currency) at LKP Securities said.

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New Delhi, Jan 23 (Agencies): After taxpayers complained of technical glitches in filing the monthly summary GST returns, the government on Wednesday said that it would allow staggered filing on the basis of turnover and location to ease the load on the system which is witnessed closer to the filing deadline on 20th of every month.

For about 8 lakh taxpayers with turnover over Rs 5 crore, the last date of filing would remain the same. For those below the turnover threshold, they have been further divided into two groups of 46 and 49 lakh taxpayers belonging to two sets of states and union territories whose deadline will now be 22nd and 24th of

Mumbai, Jan 23 (PTI): The rupee depreciated by 7 paise to close at 71.26 against the US dollar on Thursday as the spread of a deadly new virus from China stoked fears of a global pandemic.

However, softening crude prices and strong domestic equity market restricted the rupee’s fall, forex dealers said.

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the local currency opened on a weak note at 71.21. During the day, it swung between a high of 71.16 and a low of 71.35. The Indian currency finally settled at 71.26, registering a loss of 7 paise over the previous close.

New Delhi, Jan 23 (IANS): The Union Budget 2020 could focus on spending toward railways, defence and toward reviving sentiment in the real estate sector but the exercise would be to keep the outlays lean so that fiscal deficit does not slip beyond 3.5 per cent of GDP, a report by broking house Emkay Financials said.

It said the preceding few months have seen many announcements by the government with an intention to kickstart growth. Thus, it is understandable that expectations run high on the upcoming Budget.

“However, given the tight fiscal space, we doubt many big bang announcements could be made,” it said.

The steep fiscal slippage of 48 bps in FY20 is largely due to growth slowdown and the lack of addressing sector-specific issues. The FY21 budget will probably look relatively slimmer with a deficit of 3.5 per cent of GDP. Concentration of spending would again steer toward railways, defence and toward reviving sentiment in the real estate sector, it noted.

“The shortfall in disinvestments is also likely to be Rs 46,900 crore and the target is likely to be rolled forward to FY21. Our base case does not include receipts from the telecom sector on

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cum notice sent by the DoT in September quarter 2019 but has not received any response from the department.

Telecom companies owe the government Rs 92,642 crore in unpaid licence fee, and another Rs 55,054 crore in outstanding spectrum usage charges.

These liabilities arose after the Supreme Court in October held that non-telecom revenues have to be considered for calculating statutory dues.

Outstanding SUC (spectrum usage charges) dues of various telecom service providers as on October 31, 2019, added to Rs 55,054 crore.

The government has directed the licensees to make the payments in accordance with the order of the Supreme Court dated October 24, 2019, and submit requisite documents within the stipulated time frame.

Fiscal deficit may be at 3.5% in FY21

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on it.

“Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel have communicated to the DoT that they will not be making payment on January 23 when the last date to clear AGR ends.

They have said they will comply with the outcome of modification petition filed before the Supreme Court which is listed for hearing next week,” a source said.

Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea and other telecom companies owe the government as much as Rs 1.47 lakh crore in past statutory dues.

Tata Communications, in which the government holds 26.12 per stake, has also made no provision for DoT’s demand of Rs 6,633 crore for AGR dues as the Supreme Court order did not include appeal of the company which is still pending before the apex court. The company said it has replied to the demand

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New Delhi, Jan 23 (PTI): Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea have communicated to the telecom department that they will not pay AGR dues of Rs 88,624 crore, the deadline for which ends on Thursday, and will wait for the outcome of modification petition listed for hearing before the Supreme Court next week, according to official sources.

The apex court has set January 23 as the deadline to pay adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues.

Both companies have requested the Department of Telecom (DoT) to give them time to make payment based on the outcome of their modification petition listed for hearing before the Supreme Court next week, sources said.

New entrant Reliance Jio, however, is likely to make payment of Rs 177 crore towards AGR liability

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China shut down 3 cities to curb virus spread

Beijing, Jan 23 (AP): China decided on Thursday to lock down three cities that are home to more than 18 million people in an unprecedented effort to try to contain a deadly new viral illness that has sickened hundreds and spread to other cities and countries in the Lunar New Year travel rush.

Police, SWAT teams and paramilitary troops guarded Wuhan’s train station, where metal barriers blocked the entrances at 10 a.m. sharp (local time).

Only travellers holding tickets for the last trains were allowed to enter, with those booked for later trains being turned away.

Normally bustling streets, shopping malls, restaurants and other public spaces in the city of 11 million people were eerily quiet. In addition to the train station, airport, ferry, subway and bus services were also halted.

Similar measures will take effect from Friday in the nearby cities of Huanggang and Ezhou.

In Huanggang, theaters, internet cafes and other entertainment centers were

Chinese paramilitary police and security officers wear face masks as they patrol at Beijing Capital International Airport in Beijing, Thursday. (PTI)

also ordered closed.

In Beijing, authorities cancelled “major events” indefinitely, including traditional temple fairs that are a staple of holiday celebrations, according to an announcement by the city’s bureau of culture and tourism. It said it was needed to “execute epidemic prevention and control.”

“To my knowledge, trying to contain a city of 11 million people is new to science,” Gauden Galea, the World Health Organization’s representative in

China, told The Associated Press.

“It has not been tried before as a public health measure. We cannot at this stage say it will or it will not work.”

The illnesses from a newly identified coronavirus first appeared last month in Wuhan, an industrial and transportation hub in central China’s Hubei province. The vast majority of mainland China’s 571 cases have been in the city.

Other cases have been reported in the United

States, Japan, South Korea and Thailand. One case was confirmed on Thursday in Hong Kong after one was earlier confirmed in Macao. Most cases outside China were people from Wuhan or who had recently traveled there.

A total of 17 people have died, all of them in and around Wuhan.

Their average age was 73, with the oldest 89 and the youngest 48.

Images obtained from inside Wuhan following the closure showed long lines and empty shelves at

supermarkets, as residents stocked up for what could be weeks of relative isolation. That appeared to be an over-reaction, since no restrictions have been placed on trucks carrying supplies into the city, although many Chinese still have strong memories of shortages and privations in the years before the country’s recent economic boom.

Such sweeping measures are typical of China’s authoritarian communist government, although their effectiveness in containing the outbreak remains uncertain.

Local authorities in Wuhan have demanded all residents wear masks in public places and urged government staff to wear them at work and for shopkeepers to post signs for their visitors, Xinhua news agency quoted a government notice as saying.

Xinhua cited the city’s anti-virus task force as saying the measures were taken in an attempt to “effectively cut off the virus spread, resolutely curb the outbreak and guarantee the people’s health and safety.”

ICJ orders Myanmar to protect Rohingyas from genocide BANG KO K , JAN 2 3 (IANS): The International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Thursday ordered Myanmar to take provisional measures to protect its Rohingya ethnic minority from acts of genocide.

The judges unanimously pronounced in favour of Gambia, which had accused Myanmar of committing genocidal acts against the Rohingya Muslims in Rakhine state and had requested the top United Nations court to enforce provisional measures to ensure that Myanmar complies with the 1948 Genocide Convention signed by the country in 1956, Efe news reported.

Presiding Judge Abdulwaqi Ahmed Yusuf ordered the Myanmar government to “take all measures within its power to prevent the commission of all acts within the scope of article 2 of the Genocide Convention.”

Singapore confirms first case of Wuhan virus SINGAPORE, JAN 23 (AFP): Singapore on Thursday confirmed its first case the new SARSlike virus which has killed 17 people in China and spread to multiple countries including the United States.

The Ministry of Health (MOH) said the patient was a 66-year-old man from Wuhan who arrived in Singapore with his family on Monday.

He was immediately isolated after arriving at a hospital with a fever and cough, and test results later confirmed he was infected with the coronavirus.

One of his travelling companions, a 37-year-old man from Wuhan, has also been admitted to hospital as a suspect case.

Prior to admission, they had stayed at a hotel on the resort island of Sentosa, the ministry said.

It added that Singapore was expecting more cases and alarms “given the high volume of international travel”.

Singapore’s Changi Airport started screening flights from Wuhan at the beginning of the month, and on Wednesday extended the checks to all flights from China.

The travel hub receives over 430 flights from China every week.

Singapore was among the hardest hit by SARS with 33 deaths.

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Judges take their seats before reading a ruling at the International Court in The Hague, Thursday. (AP)

The court said the mainly Muslim community living in Rakhine state “remain extremely vulnerable.”

Yu s u f r e m i n d e d Myanmar that the provisional measures it must take are legally binding and said the Southeast Asian country must submit a report on the actions it intends to take in compliance with the ruling within four

months.

Myanmar must submit again, another six months later, showing how it is in compliance with the measures.

A group of several civil society organisations, mostly from ethnic minorities that have suffered years of war in the country’s peripheral areas against a military infamous for its human rights viola-

tions, issued a statement on Wednesday supporting the case at the ICJ. “We understand very clearly that the ICJ case against Myanmar is directed toward those responsible for using political power and military might, and not the people of Myanmar,” read the statement.

The charge of genocide refers to the military operations, carried out in the Rakhine state by the Myanmar army in 2016 and 2017 as a response to armed attacks by rebels belonging to the insurgent group Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA), that led to the exodus of some 800,000 Rohingyas to neighbouring Bangladesh.

The Myanmar government has denied entry into the country to a factfinding mission set up by the UN in the aftermath of the military operations.

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Pak conducts training launch of nuclear-capable ballistic missile

ISLAMABAD, JAN 23 (PTI): Pakistan on Thursday conducted a successful training launch of nuclearcapable surface-to-surface ballistic missile ‘Ghaznavi’, which can strike targets up to 290 kilometers.

“The training launch was part of Field Training Exercise of Army Strategic Forces Command aimed at rehearsing operational readiness procedures during day and night,” the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the army, said in a statement.

The ‘Ghaznavi’ missile is capable of delivering multiple types of warheads upto a range of 290 kilometers, the statement said.

The launch was witnessed by Lt Gen Nadeem Zaki Manj, Director General Strategic Plans Division, Commander Army Strategic Forces Command, senior officers from Strategic Plans Division, Army Strategic Forces Command, Scientists and Engineers of the strategic organisations, according to the state-run Radio Pakistan.

Pakistan conducts successful training launch of nuclearcapable surface-to-surface ballistic missile ‘Ghaznavi’.

“Director General Strategic Plans Division appreciated the operational preparedness of Army Strategic Forces Command for displaying a very high standard of proficiency in handling and operating the weapon system,” the statement said.

He also “expressed full confidence in the robust Strategic Command and Control System and

1ST DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF LATE IMKONGMAYANG (24TH JAN)

2nd Death Anniversary Late E. YANKHO JAMI

It has been a year and not a day goes by without you being remembered, but it is the sense of assurance that you are in our Creator’s abode that makes us happy.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 24th January 2018 “For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus”.

1st Thessalonians 4:14 Each day we pass through without your presence, we endure our deepest sorrows looking up to God; you are safe in His caring hands.

You are and will always be cherished and missed.

Take Care Loved Ones

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Late Mrs. Subeno Jungio 1933 – 18th January, 2020

We convey our heartful gratitude to all the individuals, neighbours, friends, well-wishers, various fellowships, churches, unions, organizations and relatives, who have grieved with us and supported through your love, prayers and good deeds at the sudden demise of our beloved mother.

We are truly indebted.

OBITUARY For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, We die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore or die, we are the Lord’s.

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Nyulüm! Two years have passed since you left us all and went to your heavenly abode, though, we cannot see you, you are always with us.

We miss you always and your memory cherishes us in every moment of time.

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Died on: 19th January 2020

We the family members will like to express our heartfelt appreciation and sincere gratitude to all those whose stood and supported us physically, financially, morally and spiritually at the loss of our beloved father Lt. P. Nlumo Tungoe.

We may not be able to thank each and every one of you individually but our Father Almighty has seen your deeds and we pray that he repays you more and bless you all abundantly.

We specially express our thanks to – 1. Y. Patton & Family (Deputy Chief Minister Govt. of Nagaland) 2. Hachio Patton & Family (Senior PS to Dy. CM) 3. Dr. Sentimeren & Staff (CCD NHAK) 4. New Changsu Union Wokha/Kohima/Dimapur 5. Old Changsu Union Kohima 6. Wokha District Pensioner Union 7. Wokha Village Council 8. Tourist Lodge Colony 9. Tourist Lodge Colony Youth Organization 10. Mr. & Mrs Ekon Kikon 11. Dr. Vikishe Chishi & Family/& ETC & S Community 12. Mr. & Mrs Yanrenthung Tungoe (LMS) 13. SFC Wokha 14. Mr. & Mrs Neiu Nakhro 15. New Changsu Village Ekhumkho 16. All family, friends, relatives and well wishers From Loving Sons/Daughters & In Laws /Grand Children WC-31

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the capability of Strategic Forces”, it said.

President Arif Alvi, Prime Minister Imran Khan and the three services chiefs “congratulated the nation on this landmark achievement,” it added.

Pakistan test-fired ‘Ghaznavi’ on August 29, 2019 also, days after India revoked Jammu and Kashmir’s special status on August 5.

Loving Dad, Mom, Brother & Sister

We, the bereaved family members of Late K. TSATOVI SANGTAM would like to convey our sincere gratitude to all individual and well wishers who stood by us spiritually materially, and financially during the illness and demise of our beloved father on 20/01/2020.

We sincerely convey our special thanks to :1. Murise HD. G.B. 2. Tsithrongse HD. G.B 3. Kashio Sangtam, Minister Geology & Mining NSMDC 4. Chopiba, P/S to Minister 5. Dr. H. Apise, Secy. USBLA 6. Rev. C. Lima, Dimapur 7. Rev. Alemla, Dimapur 8. Rev. Tsipise, Dimapur 9. Rev. Thridong, Dimapur 10. Murise Baptist Lithro 11. Murise Women/Youth/Sunday School/Prayer Group 12. Tsithrongse Baptist Lithro/Women/Child/Sunday School 13. U.S.B.L.A Pastor Union 14. Seyochung Village Baptist Lithro 15. Seyochung Village Union, Dimapur 16. Sangtam Union, Kohima 17. Duncan Mother Church, Dimapur 18. Sangtamtilla Baptist Lithro, Dimapur 19. Diphupar Baptist Lithro/Women 20. Kiphire Town Baptist Lithro 21. Thsingar Union, Dimapur 22. Chopongse, E.E. DRDA 23. Lipongse, Dy. Director 24. Dr. Atsase, OSD 25. Theose, Administrative Officer 26. Selichum, Jt. Secy.

27. Levi Anar, S.D.O PHED 28. Chopili Anar, A.O 29. Hodongse, Public Leader 30. Likhumse, Section Officer 31. Thrioto Yingphire Village 32. Unity College, B.A. 4th Semester ‘E’ 33. Log Drum Hr. Sec. School, Sangtamtilla, Dimapur 34. St. Gabriel School, Murise.

We regret our inability to thank each and every one individually, but it's our humble prayer that may our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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Khan should’ve been Pak cricket HC notice to Punjab on plea by Raveena, Farah Bigg Boss 13 becomes the Imran coach, not PM: ‘Gul Makai’ director ‘No coercive steps to be taken against them’ third most watched show on TV H L The Kapil Sharma show slips to number nine

fantasy drama, Naagin.

With an all new cast which includes Nia Sharma, Jasmin Bhasin and Vijayendra Kumeria, the show’s being loved for the twists and turns in its plot.

Daily soap Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai is at the fouth spot. Over the years, the show has managed to retain its popularity, and Naira-Kartik’s (Shivangi Joshi and Mohsin Khan)

Aerosmith’s Joey loses legal bid to perform at Grammys

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erosmith dr ummer Joey Kramer has said he is “disappointed” after a judge dismissed his legal bid to rejoin the group when they perform at the Grammys this weekend.

Kramer, a founding member of the group 50 years ago, suffered an ankle injury last year which meant he missed the majority of the rock band’s residency in Las Vegas.

The 69-year-old sued the band and argued breach of contract, after he was told to re-audition for his

place and apparently failed to prove he could perform “at an appropriate level”.

But Massachusetts Superior Court Judge Mark Gildea has since denied Kramer’s challenge to be reinstated as Aerosmith’s performing drummer ahead of their Grammys performance.

“Given that Kramer has not played with the band in six months and the dearth of available rehearsal time before the upcoming performances, Kramer has not shown a realistic alternative course of action sufficient to

protect the band’s business interests,” the ruling stated.

Speaking to Rolling Stone, Kramer said: “Although I’m extremely disappointed by the judge’s ruling today, I respect it. I knew filing a lawsuit was a bit of an uphill battle considering that the corporate documents don’t reference any process for a band member returning from an injury or illness.

“However, the band wa i t e d u n t i l Ja nu a r y 15th to tell me that they weren’t letting me play at the awards ceremonies this

week. I can hold my head high knowing that I did the right thing – to fight for my right to celebrate the band’s success that I have dedicated the better part of my life to helping build.”

He added: “The truth speaks for itself. Ever since I injured my foot last August and went through many hours of physical therapy to heal, not once did the band in its entirety offer to rehearse with me.

That is a fact.

“I was also sent the full rehearsal schedule on January 18th and flew to L.A. the next day to rehearse and have many texts and emails stating the band can’t wait for my return.

That’s also a fact. When I showed up to rehearse, I was greeted by two security guards who prohibited me from entering.”

Aerosmith had previously claimed that Kramer was invited to join them at the Grammys, but there was not enough time for the group to rehearse together.

Subsequent video footage obtained by TMZ showed Kramer attempting to enter the rehearsal room, before he was subsequently blocked by two security guards.

(NME)

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ess than a month after the registration of a case against film personalities Raveena Tandon and Farah Khan for hurting religious sentiments, the Punjab and Haryana High Court on Thursday issued notice of motion to Punjab and another respondent.

Taking up the matter, Justice Ashok Kumar Verma issued directions against the initiation of coercive steps against the two.

They had moved the court seeking the quashing of the case.

In the petition filed through counsel Abhinav Sood, the two had also sought directions for staying all further proceedings.

An FIR for deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings of any class by insulting its religion or religious beliefs was registered under Section 295-A of the IPC at Ajnala police station on December 25.

Sood submitted in the petition on the behalf of the two that the FIR was illegal, bad in law and was required to be quashed.

Referring to the allegations in the FIR, Sood said the petitioners were accused of making a joke of a word and playing with religious sentiments of a particular community.

Sood said the two were guests/participants and producer/anchor of a show telecast on a digital platform. Describing the allegations as “unjustified, false and incorrect”, Sood submitted that there was nothing that could lead to the presumption that the act was intended to hurt the religious sentiments of a community. It

could not even be said that the act remotely qualified to constitute an offence under Section 295-A of the IPC. Tandon, being a participant-guest in the show ‘Back Benchers’, had only spelled the word.

Sood said Tandon and another Bollywood personality Bharti Singh were asked to spell the word and also disclose its meaning.

While Tandon spelt it correctly, Bharti misspelt it.

It apparently meant that Bharti did not know the word and was referring to another word in Hindi.

(The Tribune)

Chhau Parva festival to be held at Ugma from Jan 28 - 30

Series with 1-minute episodes coming soon on Insta

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‘Chhau Parva’, (Festival & workshop on Chhau dances) would be held at the Babu Tzubu Amphittheatre, Ungma village from January 28 – 30. The event is an initiative of Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi, National Academy of Music, Dance & Drama, an autonomous body of Ministry of Culture, Government of India in collaboration with the Ungma Village Council, Mokokchung. Speak-

ing at a press conference on Thursday at the Urban Hub (Dilong Ward), Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puruskar Awardee and advisor committee member of Sangeet Natak Akademi, Northeast India, Subongsangla informed that the main purpose of the festival and workshop is to instil the art of portraying a story through drama and dance, especially into the young minds. “That is the key reason why the festival as well as the regis-

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tration for the workshop is ‘open’ to all categories of ages”. She also informed that free transportation and refreshment would be provided and said cultural troupes/ artists’ from Jharkhand, Odisha and West Bengal will be performing every evening at the venue for the public.

For further information, one may contact Subongsangla at 9862211588.

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new web series titled "Firsts" will introduce the concept of one-minute episodes when it launches on Instagram this weekend.

"Firsts" is the first series to premiere in this format on the photo-sharing platform.

Popular digital actors Rohan Shah and Apoorva Arora will play lead roles in the first season of the show, which takes the audience back to their school days and highlights the magic of an innocent school romance.

Every episode captures the significant "firsts" in their relationship -- the first time they see each other, their first conversation, their first date and so on.

The series also features Viraj Ghelani and Urvi Singh. "Firsts" goes live on January 25.

(IANS)

Happy 35th Wedding Anniversary 24-01-1985— 24-01-2020 “And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.” – 1 John 4:16

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The Kezoma Village Students’ Union with immense pride and joy express our heartiest congratulations to Ms. Lorhenü Tase, Asst. Geologist GSI D/o Kedusul Tase and Vineichole Tase for successfully securing the Post of Geologist in the Combined Geo-Scientist and Geologist Examination 2019 conducted by UPSC under Geological Survey of India.

The union further wishes her success in all her future endeavours.

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Rev. Kiqhevi Swu & Mrs Vitoni Yeputho Dear Mom and Dad, we thank God for being so kind and faithful to both of you at every turn through the years. May God continue to bless you both with good health and long life. Happy 35th Wedding Anniversary!

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agaland Mega Entertainment (NME) is all set to organise the first ever Mr & Miss Nagaland Mega Model Hunt 2020. The campus audition will be held from the month of February and the open and grand finale auditions on March 10 at Hotel Japfu, Kohima.

The winner of this model hunt will get a direct entry into Mr & Miss India Globe and will also get an opportunity to compete for the New Northeast brand ambassador search called ‘Mayong’.

The winners of this Mayong will be the brand ambassador for a period of one year under paid contract.

The grand finale of Mr and Miss Nagaland Mega model hunt will be held on June 13. Eligibility criteria for male are 5’7 (5 feet 7 inches) and above while for female will be 5’5 (5 feet 5 inches) and above from the age group of 17-27 years.

rejected from World Bank.

So my humble suggestion to him is that you should mind your own country before you become helpless.”

“Gul Makai” showcases the early life of Malala and gruesome environment that the Taliban regime created in Afghanistan.

Amjad Khan added: “His government pays 200 million to a man like Mohammad Faziulla, who runs a own radio show where he propagates that girls should not go to school. Because of that a little girl like Malala gets shot in the head. I mean they don’t have any shame, and they talk rubbish. Neither Imran Khan nor the country has been able to take care of itself or the people.”

He continued: “Malala Yousafzai is from your (Imran’s) country. The entire world looks up to her and appreciates her. Now this little girl Malala has been honoured with Nobel Peace Prize. She is a United Nation’s peace Ambassador and she is the biggest leader of this decade. Don’t you think Imran Khan you should have invited her once, officially?” (IANS)

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he latest TRP sees a major shift in what the viewers are watching on television. While Kundali Bhagya continues to rule the charts, Bigg Boss 13 has seen a massive climb.

It’s now the third most watched show on television, reported Times of India.

On the second position is Ekta Kapoor’s hit

jodi continues to be an audience favourite.

The fifth spot is taken

by Sriti Jha and Shabir Ahluwalia’s Kumkum Bhagya. Post the leap, the story of the next generation in the show makes for an engaging watch.

Kumkum Bhagya is followed by reality show Indian Idol which is at the sixth position. It’s not just the performance but the camaraderie shared by the judges - Neha Kakkar, Himesh Reshammiya and Vishal Dadlani - and the host, Aditya Narayan that make it a winner.

Sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is at the seventh spot and it is followed by Choti Sardarni. The daily soap’s new twist where Param is hospitalised is keeping the viewers hooked.

The Kapil Sharma Show and Yeh Jaadu Hai Jinn Ka are at ninth and tenth spot respectively.

(TOI)

E Amjad Khan, who has directed the Malala Yousafzai biopic “Gul Makai”, feels Pakistani Prime Minister is a good cricketer but poor politician. Amjad Khan’s comment came in the wake of Imran Khan snide about Indian Cinema and Culture.

Recently, Imran declared that Indian culture and cinema has been instrumental in increasing crime in Pakistan.

HE Amjad Khan, who is also Goodwill Ambassador of IIMSAM-UNECOSOC, said: “Imran Khan should have been a cricket coach and then the Pakistani cricket team’s performance would perhaps have been much better. As a political leader his performance is very poor. He talks like an absolute knucklehead and illiterate. Whatever awareness people in Pakistan have, it is because of Indian culture and films. Films like ‘My Name Is Khan’ and ‘Lagaan’ has been instrumental in creating awareness in Pakistan. So, rather than making rubbish comments, Imran Khan should focus on his country’s GDP, economic crisis. Recently they got

Mr. Salhulie & Mrs. Kelhoucha Congratulations Golden Couple.

Your love endured and God blessed. Years of your friendship and love will be your legacy and beacons of our lives. We wish for you, thousand dreams come true and joy that is endless.

Happy Golden Anniversary.

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For by me, your days will be multiplied and years will be added to your life.

Proverbs 9:II May God bless you two as much as we have been blessed through both of you.

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Man United stunned by Burnley in EPL

Manchester, Jan 23 (IANS): Burnley pulled off the biggest surprise in Premier League action, scoring once in each half to defeat Manchester United 2-0 at the Old Trafford.

Elsewhere on Wednesday, Tottenham snapped a three-game English-league scoring drought in a 2-1 home victory over lastplace Norwich City, coming away with three points thanks to a late goal by South Korean winger Son Heung-min, reports Efe news.

Struggling Leicester City also got back on track with an easy win over West Ham United.

Man United struggled to defend Burnley’s freekick opportunities in the first half, with Chris Wood nearly conver ting one chance when his header went just wide of the post in the 24th minute.

But in another deadball play 15 minutes later, Wood scored on a leftfooted volley past United goalkeeper David de Gea after receiving a headed pass from Ben Mee. The home side also had good chances to score

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

in the first half, the best of which came on a header by Daniel James that Burnley goalie Nick Pope tipped over the crossbar.

Burnley then stretched their lead to 2-0 thanks to a remarkable strike by Jay Rodriguez, who received a ball on the edge of the box, dribbled into the area and sent a left-footed blast into the top corner of the goal past De Gea. United’s frustrating day at the office continued when an apparent goal by

substitute Luke Shaw in second-half stoppage time was ruled out by VAR, which determined that the left back had fouled a defender on the play.

With the win, Burnley (30 points) climbed to No. 13 in the Premier League standings. Man United (34 points) are still in fifth place but could fall to sixth if the Wolves are able to pull out a win or draw at home against undefeated first-place Liverpool on Thursday.

In other action Wednesday, the Spurs scored for the first time this year in a Premier League match when Dele Alli put home a close-range shot off a pass from Serge Aurier in the 38th minute.

Norwich’s best chance before the intermission at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in North London came on a shot by Finnish striker Teemu Pukki that went just wide of the post.

Despite having the lead at the break, Totten-

Pliskova, Halep reach 3rd round at Aus Open

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MELBOURNE, Jan 23 (Agencies): Karolina Pliskova extended her winning streak on Thursday, dispatching Germany’s Laura Siegemund 6-3 6-3 to advance to the third round of the Australian Open.

The Czech second seed is undefeated this year after winning six straight matches including the title at the Brisbane International earlier this month.

“For sure, the off-season I think was good. I did a lot of work, and I was feeling good in Brisbane,” Pliskova told reporters.

“I like Australia. I always play well here. Of course it’s only third round now, but I have played a lot of matches already, so I feel confident. I feel good enough to continue.”

Pliskova, who made the semi-finals in Melbourne last year, expressed relief after coming through what she described as “an ugly match” against Siegemund

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who had won their only previous meeting in 2017. The 72nd-ranked Siegemund at times challenged Pliskova with her variety and skills at the net, but ultimately could not match the Czech’s serving and power from the baseline.

“I think against her (Siegemund), you’re never gonna feel amazing because she tries to play a lot of styles, a lot of dropshots, slice,” Pliskova said.

“I think she just wanted

me to feel this way, but I think I was just doing okay and just staying on my side of the court, being positive enough.”

Pliskova was down 1-3 at the start of the match but immediately recovered, reeling off five games in a row to take the first set.

A missed dropshot by Siegemund early in the second set gave Pliskova the break and the Czech served out the victory after 86 minutes on court.

She will next face either Russia’s Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova or American Taylor Townsend.

Meanwhile, Romanian fourth seed Simona Halep powered into the third round of the Australian Open on Thursday, defeating British qualifier Harriet Dart 6-2 6-4 in only 77 minutes. Windy conditions on Rod Laver Arena saw the pair trading breaks of serve at the start of the match before Halep steadied the ship, winning four games in a row before serving out the set.

The two-times Grand Slam champion wavered slightly as she failed to serve out the match while 5-2 up in the final set, but she completed the job at the second time of asking to set up a meeting with either 26th seed American Danielle Collins or Kazakhstan’s Yulia Putintseva.

Sania out of Australian Open with calf injury

Sania Mirza’s first Grand Slam outing after maternity leave ended with an early exit as the Indian ace retired mid-way into her women’s doubles first-round match due to a calf injury, here on Thursday.

Sania and her Ukrainian partner Nadiia Kichenok, who came into the major after winning the doubles title at the Hobart International, were trailing 2-6 0-1 against the Chinese team of Xinyun Han and Lin Zhu when the Indian called it quits.

Sania has injured her leg during prac-

tice. She is returning to the circuit after a two-year break. Her right calf strapped heavily, Sania struggled to move freely on the court. It also affected her serve.

Kichenok was also struggling at the net, often missing easy put-away volleys.

Serving at 2-4, Sania was broken by the Chinese and they served out the set easily.

The Indian took a medial timeout after the first set. Soon after, the Indo-Ukrainian pair was broken in the first game of the second set and Sania found it difficult to continue.

ham’s struggles in the final third - exacerbated by the absence of injured star striker Harry Kane - allowed Norwich to stay within striking distance.

The visitors proceeded to put pressure on Jose Mourinho’s men in the early juncture of the second half and then eventually tied the game in the 70th minute when Pukki converted from the 12-yard mark after Ryan Sessegnon was called for a foul on Max Aarons in the area.

The Spurs, however, finally got a ball to bounce their way nine minutes later. After a shot by Alli had looped toward him off of a deflection, Son was able to head the ball into the back of the net and give Tottenham their first Premier League win in nearly a month. With the victory, Tottenham (34 points) moved up to sixth place, slightly behind Man United on goal differential.

Norwich City, meanwhile, remained six points from safety and look as if they may be heading back to the second division after just one season in England’s Premier League.

Christchurch to host 2021 Women’s WC

Auckland, Jan 23 (IANS): Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin and Christchurch are the six New Zealand cities which will host matches in the 2021 edition of the Women’s World Cup. The tournament, which features 31 matches played between February 6 and March 7, will be capped by the final in Christchurch under lights at Hagley Oval, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed. Hamilton and Tauranga will be hosting the semi-finals. Women’s World Cup CEO Andrea Nelson said she was delighted to announce the six host cities for what promises to be a truly national event.

“Our goal was to ensure all 31 matches will be played at the best venues, encompassing a geographic spread that ensured as many Kiwi sports fans as possible get to engage with the tournament,” Nelson said. “ We ’r e a b s o l u t e ly thrilled with the outcome of that robust process and the cities that are now locked in,” she added.

Newly appointed New Zealand captain Sophie Devine on Thursday said the chance to contest a World Cup on home soil was an incredible opportunity.

Kohli unimpressed with New Zealand travel plan New Delhi, Jan 23 (IANS): The Indian players are mostly on the road these days thanks to the hectic calendar and no sooner did they play their last ODI game against Australia in Bengaluru on Sunday, they flew off to New Zealand for the next series the very next day.

The planning hasn’t gone down well with skipper Virat Kohli and he wants the BCCI to rethink their travel plans in future. But BCCI officials feel he should have communicated the same to them rather than speaking about it in the media.

Speaking to IANS, a BCCI functionary said that while Kohli does have the right to make his views known, but the board does try to make the best possible travel plans keeping the interest of the players in mind.

“He has every right to raise a point, but to be fair, all travel plans are made keeping in mind the interest of the players. If you see, we tried to space it out as much as we could post the World Cup when we played

Tokyo preparations in final stage TOKYO, Jan 23 (Agencies): Tokyo 2020 organisers enter the final stretch of a decade of Olympics planning on Friday, six months before the start of the Games, with most major wobbles in the rearview mirror.

The organisers are dealing with fewer issues than their counterparts did in the build-up to Rio four years ago. But a few challenges still remain before the opening ceremony on July 24 - including the city’s notoriously hot summer weather.

“Everything is coming together now, and we are extremely excited,” Tokyo 2020 spokesman Masa Takaya told Reuters via email.

“It has been a long journey, with some bumps here and there, but for the most part everything has gone well.

Everything is where we wanted it to be with six months to go – sometimes in an even better place.”

Noticeably different from Brazil is the weight of public support behind the Tokyo Games, with almost 4.5 million Olympics tickets having already been sold on the domestic market.

By contrast, the Rio Olympics were met with widespread criticism over the use of public funds, as money was poured into

Juventus beat Roma to reach Coppa Italia semis Turin, Jan 23 (Agencies): Juventus coach Maurizio Sarri complimented Cristiano Renaldo’s mother as the Portuguese star extended his scoring streak in a 3-1 win over Roma to advance to the Italian Cup semi-finals.

The Portuguese star picked up a Gonzalo Higuain cross after 26 minutes, finishing off from an angle in the Allianz Stadium on Wednesday.

It was the 34-yearold’’s 12th goal in eight consecutive games in which he has played in all competitions for the Turin giants but his first in the Italian Cup. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner has also scored seven goals in four matches played in 2020.

“I believe that the compliments should be made to his mother,” said Sarri of Ronaldo who has now scored in 15 different club competitions throughout his career.

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Juventus players celebrate after scoring a goal during their Coppa Italia match against Roma.

well, he takes great care of the details. It is difficult to improve on an individual level. We are talking about one of the greatest of all time and I would like to help him win a sixth Ballon d’Or.” Rodrigo Bentancur added a second goal after 38 minutes with defender

Leonardo Bonucci nodding in a third just before the break.

Cengiz Under pulled a goal back for Roma five minutes after the break, rifling in from a distance with the ball hitting the crossbar and bouncing in off goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon in the Juventus

goal. Buffon denied Alessandro Florenzi and Aleksandar Kolorav to keep Juventus on course in the competition they have won 13 times but exited in the quarter-finals last season to Atalanta.

Brazilian Danilo limped off before the break to be replaced by Juan

Cuadrado, leaving Sarri with an injury worry ahead of this weekend’’s trip to Napoli.

Roma, fourth in the league, were struggling with injuries while Edin Dzeko was sitting out a ban, but their form was worrying just four days before their derby clash

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at home and the boys were also given a break during Diwali. “It honestly made more sense to be flying to Auckland from Bengaluru than the team regrouping after a break,” the functionary said.

When contacted, a BCCI official said that the planning was done during the tenure of the Committee of Administrators and if Kohli or anyone in the team had an issue, they could have easily spoken to the Secretary rather than in the media.

“The schedule was tight, but I don’t see what the problem is when it is a schedule made under the Committee of Administrators and supervised by the

CEO. Should this issue not have been raised with them considering the fact that they seemed to be on each other’s speed dial?

“Even if he would have raised the issue with the BCCI Secretary, it could have been addressed. While Kohli is free to express himself the way he wishes to, there’s a system that needs to be followed for resolution of issues and the core of the system is communication,” the official told IANS. Addressing the media ahead of the opening T20I at Eden Park, Kohli said that it was coming to a scenario where players were landing at the stadium from one series to the other.

“It’s getting closer and closer to landing at the stadium straight. That’s how compressed the gap has become. This kind of travelling to a place that is seven and a half hours ahead of IST is difficult to adjust immediately. Hopefully, this will be taken into consideration in the future,” he pointed.

“But this is the year of the World Cup and every T20 is important. So we can’t lose our focus.”

against city rivals Lazio.

“The difference in the first half was efficiency,” said Roma coach Paulo Fonseca.

“The first chance they had, they scored. The same for the second. We know that Edin Dzeko is a very important player for us and his ban was damaging, but the forwards could have done much better this evening.” Juventus - who lost the Italian SuperCup last month to Lazio - will play either AC Milan or Torino in the semi-finals.

Holders Lazio were eliminated in the quarterfinals on Tuesday with a 1-0 loss to Napoli.

Italy inter national Lorenzo Insigne needed just 99 seconds to score the goal that won a match in which both teams had a player sent off and Serie A top scorer Ciro Immobile missed a penalty in the first 25 minutes.

AC Milan travel to Torino next Tuesday with Inter Milan hosting Fiorientina. The final will be played on May 13 in Rome.

Giant Olympic Rings are installed at the waterfront area at Odaiba Marine Park in Tokyo, Japan.

venues that have since largely become white elephants.

The centrepiece of Tokyo’s new Olympics facilities is likely to be the 68,000-capacity National Stadium that was opened

by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in December.

Construction did not always go smoothly and kicked off about 14 months later than planned, in December 2016, after outcry over the original design.

JOINT DECLARATION

Regd. No. 1044/17 Dt. 9/6/2017 We, Tahe Clan of Sumi Village, P.O/P.S Chizami under Phek District, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as follows: 1. That we had been using the Surname Tahe however, after research on our tradition and chronological analyses of our linage our clan resolve to use the Surname Khamo.

2. That on 22-4-2017 Tahe Clan of Sumi Village under Phek District resolved to use the surname Khamo instead of Tahe. However, in the light of the Para- I shall be change to Khamo.

3. That this affidavit is to declare that the surname Khamo shall be use for all official Communications and records.

4. That this affidavit shall be used as a piece of evidence in reference to the above paragraphs in all official correspondences and records.

5. That this affidavit is made for the purpose of any complications that may arise in the future.

6. That I verify that the contents of this affidavit are true to my knowledge and nothing has been concealed and verified at Kohima this 9th day of June 2017 Chairman Tahe Clan, Sumi Village Witness 1. Pukrocho Tahe 2. Thungolo Tahe 3. Kelhithsunyi Tahe K-217 4. Songulo Tahe

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The President, Kachari Tribal Council Nagaland on behalf of the Cultural troupe of the Dhansiripar village extend our sincere thanks and gratitude to each and every one who helped us on the 17th January accident at Molvom village.

Though we could not meet each and everyone of you personally to acknowledge your selfless concern, you all will always be remembered in our prayers and be blessed evermore for helping us during this time.

We would like to especially extend our hearty thanks and gratitude to the following in particular.

1. Additional Deputy Commissioner, Govt of Nagaland, Medziphema for physical presence & supervision.

2. SDO Civil, Medziphema for physical presence & supervision.

3. Doctors and Nurses, Medziphema CHC, for ambulance & medical aid.

4. President, Kuki Inpi and his colleagues.

5. Assam Rifles Medziphema (for providing ambulance and physical assistance).

6. Chumukedima Traffic Control Zone (Ambulance and Recovery van for retrieving the vehicle).

7. Doctors and Nurses of Zion Hospital, Dimapur.

8. IRB personnel.

9. Doctors and Nurses of Dimapur Hospital, Purana Bazaar.

10. Mech Kachari Public Organisation Nagaland (for financial assistance).

11. Kuki Christian Church Dimapur, Kuki Christian Church Ahthibung, Kuki Baptist Church Ahthibung for their financial contributions and prayers for speedy recovery of the accident victims.

Sd/RAMESH HASNU President Kachari Tribal Council, Nagaland.

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Mizoram in last 4; Sikkim hold M’laya Correspondent

KOHIMA, JAN 23 (NPN): Two-time champions Mizoram defeated Assam 4-0 to reach semi-finals of the ongoing North East Dr T Ao Trophy at IG Stadium Kohima on Thursday.

In the first match of the day, Sikkim salvaged a point against Meghalaya 1-1.

During the encounter, Meghalaya dominated the proceeding; however they were undone by their strikers as they failed to make a breakthrough. The best change came through Raikutshisha Buam in the 43rd but Sikkim’s keeper Nindup Lepcha was alert enough to make the crucial save.

In the second half, Sikkim goalie Nindup Lepcha put some spectacular show to make crucial saves to keep the match in balance.

Meghalaya’s midfielder Dawanchwa Carlos Challam hit the crossbar in the 73rd minute. However in the 78th minute, Atlanson Kharmaw broke the deadlock following a poor clearance from the defenders.

Mizoram striker Malsawmfela (white) vies for the ball against Assam’s defender Maneshwar Mushahary at IG Stadium, Kohima on Thursday. (NP)

It looked like Meghalaya was heading for a win but Sikkim’s substitute Dawa Sherpa found the net in the injury time

(93rd minute) to settle for a draw.

Meanwhile, two-time champions Mizoram overpowered Assam 4-0 in the

second match to book their semifinal berth. A wasteful Assam team was punished as Mizorom stuck thrice in the second half to outclass

their opponent in style.

F. Lalrinpuia opened the scoring in the 3rd minute for Mizoram team after a goalkeeping error by Bishal Sahu. Assam strikers were culpable of not finding the net despite their chances in the first half blasting the ball wide off the target.

The second half saw Mizoram scoring three goals with Vanlalthanga scoring in the 77th minute, three minutes later Lalchungnunga Chhangte scored the third and M. S. Dawngliana scored from a penalty in the 93rd minute to finish the game for Mizoram team.

After two matches, Mizoram leads the Group B tally with six points, Sikkim in second with four points, Meghalaya (1 point) and Assam are yet to register a win.

With a match remaining, Assam will play against Meghalaya, while Sikkim will play against Mizoram on January 25.

Today’s matches 1st match: 2:00 pm Tripura Vs Arunachal 2nd match: 4:30 pm Nagaland Vs Manipur

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PSG through to League Cup final

PSG players celebrate after scoring a goal during their French League Cup match against Stade de Reims.

PARIS, Jan 23 (Agencies): Paris St Germain were always in control as they sealed a 3-0 victory at Stade de Reims to reach the French League Cup final on Wednesday.

Neymar was pivotal as Marquinhos gave PSG the lead and a Ghislain Konan own goal doubled their advantage in the first half, before Reims were reduced to 10 men in the 73rd minute when Marshall Munetsi was given a straight red card.

Second-half substitute Tanguy Kouassi added a

late third to wrap up a routine victory for the French champions.

Thomas Tuchel’s team will face Olympique Lyonnais, who beat Lille on penalties on Tuesday, in a Stade de France showdown on April 4.

PSG, record eight times winners in the competition’s modern format, were wary of Reims’ threat, having lost their last two competitive encounters between the teams.

With Mauro Icardi and Angel Di Maria starting on the bench, the visi-

tors looked sharp nonetheless.

They went ahead after nine minutes when Marquinhos headed in Neymar’s corner and doubled their advantage in the 31st as Konan deflected Neymar’s free kick into his own net.

Marquinhos was replaced in the 71st minute

by Kouassi after picking up a possible groin injury.

Kouassi made it 3-0 as he poked the ball home after Ander Herrera’s strike had hit the post in the 77th, netting PSG’s 4,000th goal in all competitions.

Neisiekuo is NAYSA C wrestling champ

Winners of both the categories along with officials at Chuziema village on Thursday.

Ruokuovituo Rulho (Nerhema) and Kekhriesetuo Pfusenuo (Zhadima) secured the third and fourth positions respectively.

The champion received a cash prize of Rs.25,000, while the runner up Lhousi received Rs.15,000. The third and fourth received Rs.10,000 and Rs.5000 respectively.

In the U16 category, Visoneilie Khubve from Zhadima village defeated

Kevimhalie Chadi of Nerhema village in the final bout. Neingusalie Soliezuo (Zhadima) stood in third and Neiphrezolie Mere (Zhadima) in fourth position respectively.

Special Officer to chief minister, Neibalie Rio graced the occasion as special guest of the inaugural programme, while Chuziema village chairman Kesoneilie Theunuo was the guest of honour.

Chennaiyin FC beat Jamshedpur 4-1

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KOHIMA, JAN 23 (NPN): Neisiekuo Kengurüse of Nerhema village emerged as the champion of 29rd wrestling meet 2020 of the Nor ther n Angami Youth & Sports Association (NAYSA) Group- C held at Chuziema Village under Kohima district on January 23.

Kengruruse defeated Vikeduolie Lhousi of Meriema village in the final bout to take the title, while

Players of Chennaiyin FC celebrate after scoring a goal during their ISL match against Jamshedpur FC on Thursday.

Ch e n n ai , J a n 2 3 (Agencies): Chennaiyin made it three wins in a row in ISL with a 4-1 win against Jamshedpur on Thursday at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai.

Nerijus Valskis (13', 75'), Andre Schembri (43') and Lallianzuala Chhangte (87') wrote their name onto the scoresheet as the hosts enjoyed a fine day at work and punished a poor display by the visitors.

Chennaiyin were out on the field, willing to run and press Jamshedpur.

In the 13th minute, Rafael Crivellaro won the ball near the halfway line and Andre Schembri dribbled forward with it. The forward then played an inch-perfect through-ball into the path of Nerijus Valskis who dinked the ball over the onrushing Subrata Paul and into the net.

Chennaiyin were re-

lentless even after taking the lead and Schembri wasted two big chances to double his team's lead. However, he redeemed for his misses at the stroke of half-time.

He was left unmarked as he met Crivellaro's corner delivery into the six-yard box with a soft header that found the net.

Jamshedpur struggled to get into the game even after the change of ends.

There was no intensity to their press and was found wanting at the back on multiple occasions.

A rare blemish at the back by the hosts allowed Joyner Lourenco to swing a cross into the box in the 71st minute. Sergio Castel, who made his first start for Jamshedpur after a lengthy break on the sidelines, beat Eli Sabia to a good header that found the net.

Just as Jamshedpur began seeing more of the ball,

Chennaiyin took advantage of the space on offer in the attacking third and restored their two-goal advantage.

Narender Gehlot failed to cut out Anirudh Thapa's through-ball for Valskis who took the ball into the box and once again dinked Paul to perfection.

There was a fourth goal on offer before the game ended. Dragos Firtulescu cut in from the right and had his shot punched into the path of Chhangte who gladly accepted the offer and put the ball into the net.

Valskis' 10th goal not only took him to the top of the top scorers' chart but also sealed the win for Chennaiyin at home.

The Marina Machans continued their resurgence under Owen Coyle and are sixth with 18 points, with a game in hand and three points behind fourth-placed Odisha.

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