January 25, 2018

Nagaland Post www.nagalandpost.com

Vol XXVIII No. 48

State govt reminds R-Day chief guests DIMAPUR, JAN 24 (NPN): State government has notified the VIPs, who will be gracing the Republic Day celebrations as chief guests at various administrative headquarters, that as per the ECI instructions they are to confine themselves to speeches that conform to the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) and ensure that the function does not become a platform for political campaigning. In a notification, the home department also stated that the commission had allowed ministers in the state government to be chief guests at locations other than their home district or proposed constituencies.

The notification stated that since ministers will be discharging their duty as part of Republic Day celebrations, there was no restriction on them to use of their official vehicles for those functions. For locations where no VIPs have been identified for flag hoisting, the same should be done by the respective administrative head, it stated.

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scam: CBI court sentences NNPGs caution on election Fodder Lalu, Mishra to five years in prison

D I M A P U R , J A N 2 4 people and fill their coffers.” NTC, CNTC, NSF, NMA, (NPN): Working Group It said people of Nagaland ACAUT, Senior Citizens, (WG) of the Naga National have been herded to fight former legislators, majorPolitical Groups (NNPGs) and challenge their own will ity of intending candidates, involved in the ongoing ne- and conscience while “these present legislators for “Solugotiations with the Govern- unprincipled men sit back, tion Not Elections” as unment of India reaffirmed its splash money and enjoy the precedented. In this regard, stand vis-a-vis the ensuing spectacle”. it said NNPGs “will stand assembly election.

Therefore said WG, alongside our people” while Drawing attention those responsible for “bring- warning that “appropriate on the issue of elections ing election to Nagaland” answer for insulting the announced in Nagaland , have to take responsibility people’s decision must be Working Group of NNPGs for “their anti-Naga stance”. given”. said it did not consider the WG reminded that it had WG appreciated the government of India as the entered political dialogue present legislators and inproblem but “few deter- on the strength of people’s tending candidates for their mined power hungry politi- “voice and political right”. It commitment for solution cal leaders in Nagaland”. said on November 17, 2017 over election and showing WG through its Media the government of India rec- the correct decision to those Cell, said these politicians ognised the “Naga people’s “wayward politicians”. WG wanted election and used right to self determine their said those who chose to defy “solution to the Indo-Naga future” as per their own people, file nominations and political problem as a mere distinct identity for which contest the election, must slogan to grab power and the two entities (GoI and clarify to the Nagas why keep it.” It said, at home, WG) worked out details of “participating in Indian these politicians “raised a relationship. It said while election is more important their hands for solution in the NNPGs were in Delhi than finding solution to the all assemblies but once they preparing to take the dia- Indo-Naga political issue.” land in Delhi, they begged logue to a substantive stage, WG demanded that and pleaded with GoI to the ECI announced elec- those prepared to contest the announce elections.” The tions in Nagaland on Janu- election should declare the government of India thus, ary 17, 2017. WG termed following: “I want election nudged the Election Com- the announcement as “a and not Naga solution and mission to sound the poll backward step and against that I refuse to accept or enbugle in Nagaland, it said. the sentiment of our people” tertain any political solution WG cautioned that the after which WG had to rush that may arrive between GoI “identities of these politi- back home “to consult the and NNPGs; I summarily cians is emerging” whom it people.” WG lauded the declare and reject political accused of having a “vicious unity of purpose and com- negotiations and so on my D I M A P U R , J A N 2 4 plan to prolong the issue, mitment of Joint Christian own will plan to file nomi(NPN): Nagaland Secre- occupy the chair, suffer our Forum, NGBF, Naga Hoho, nation; I have no regard for tariat has issued guidelines for members of the 12th NLA to obtain Clearance Certificates. A press release from commissioner & secretary, N. Benjamin Newmai directed all members to either produce the Treasury Challan in accordance with the allotment order of condemned vehicles (Reserved Price/Depreciated Value), or to surrender the vehicles. He also directed all members to clear outstanding dues of medical advances and advance TA/ DA. Members with allotted rooms in the Legislators’ Home, have been directed to vacate the rooms and hand over the keys. Members who borrowed books from the Governor Acharya with representatives of Unrecognised Villages and Assembly library have been Minority Indigenous Religion led by Dr. M.M Thromwa Konyak. directed to return them. The press release further said that D I M A P U R , J A N 2 4 with the representatives of that he would put the matthe clearance certificates will (NPN): Nagaland governor, unrecognised villages and ter up with the responsible be issued from February 2 PB Acharya, has assured minority indigenous religion authority.

Further, the governor onwards at the Secretariat. to look into the difficulties led by Dr. MM Thromwa faced by numerous unrec- Konyak at Raj Bhavan on appealed to various NGOs ognised villages in Nagaland January 23, 2018. and charity organisations bordering Myanmar under PRO said the gover- to open up schools in the Mon district. nor also took note of the border areas so people living According to Raj Bha- problems and grievances there could also participate D I M A P U R , J A N 2 4 van PRO, the governor gave faced by the people living in the development of the (NPN): Coordination Com- assurance when he met in those areas and assured state. mittee of Naga Civil Societies has issued a corrigendum to their press release regarding the January 25 emergency consultative meeting.

A press release from Correspondent also wondered if Nagas meant by “closer” since the committee said the senwould take Ram Madhav’s the Framework Agreement tence which read “two offiKOHIMA, JAN 24 (NPN): statement lightly. “However, with NSCN (I-M) had been cials from all recognised poMinister of Health & Family if Madhav wanted to put this signed almost three years litical parties of Nagaland” Welfare, Election and Par- pre-condition on the Nagas back and the ceasefire with should read as “two officials liamentary Affairs, Imkong as a price for political settle- the outfit that had already from all recognised political L. Imchen has demanded ment, it will be very good completed 20 years. parties, both National and clarification from the BJP on his part to give us the He said 20 years was Regional parties.” over the remarks made by exact timeline of the political long enough for bringing its national general secretary settlement,” he demanded. about a political solution to He said it would be the Naga issue and Nagas Ram Madhav at the felicitation programme in Dimapur “great if the central leader- were looking forward to the on January 22, where he had ship of BJP and its State unit leadership of Prime Minister pitched for ‘Election For endorsed” Madhav’s state- Narendra Modi, especially Solution,’ as the election ment as the official position after signing of the Framewas unavoidable and consti- of the party or if not, issue work Agreement on August a clarification on the matter. 3, 2015. Imchen said Modi tutionally mandated.

Addressing media per- Imchen insisted that the BJP appointed R.N Ravi as the sons at his official residence must clarify on Madhav’s Centre’s interlocutor for here Wednesday, he said remark at the earliest as it talks with NSCN (I-M) and Ram Madhav was well aware deserved to be clarified to other NNPGs and that Ravi of the fact that after the the Naga people. Imchen was under direct control of ceasefire agreement with told the media that he was the Prime Minister’s Office.

NSCN (-IM), Nagaland had amazed to go through the Imchen also alleged that had four Assembly elections. statement of the MP and BJP was “over estimating” Imchen therefore wondered BJP general secretary who its strength in the State and as to what made the BJP said “election for solution so which could prove disastrous “If only people of Naleader think that solution to as to bring solution closer”. in the forthcoming election. galand wholeheartedly T h e m i n s t e r s a i d The minister said he was well Naga political issue could not embraced BJP as their he failed to understand aware of the “game plan” of be arrived at unless Assembly politicians do.” election was held. Imchen what Ram Madhav really BJP while dealing with NPF

Guidelines for clearance cert

Governor to address issue of unrecognised villages

Corrigendum on consultative meet

any decision that the Naga Apex organisations and tribes may arrive at and so I will be fully responsible for my actions”.

WG said ongoing political negotiations were held as assured by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, home minister, Rajnath Singh and Interlocutor, R.N. Ravi that the issue must be solved through political negotiations. WG said to ensure enduring solution to the more than 70-year old conflict, “a mere pause to the periodic elections in Nagaland, a demand of Naga people, will not destroy the world’s largest democracy”.

WG maintained that the battle was not an electoral battle but a contest “between a people, a nation involved in a political negotiation” for the future of the younger generations to live in honour and “a few corrupt, opiated destructive politicians seeking to harness wealth and power for themselves.”

WG concluded that by using democratic exercise as a tool and heeding the “insane utterances of chameleon-like Naga politicians” the government of India had failed the Nagas again.

Petrol prices at three-year high; diesel at record high NEW DELHI, JAN 24 (IANS): Petrol and diesel prices kept spiralling even on Wednesday, touching new highs in the national capital and other metros.

Petrol was sold at Rs 72.43 per litre in Delhi, the highest in three years.

It cost Rs 72.51 on August 2014, according to data from Indian Oil Corp.

In Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai, petrol was sold at Rs 75.13, Rs 80.30 and Rs 75.12 per litre respectively, also at over three-year high levels. The previous highs were Rs 75.46 (Kolkata, October 2014), Rs 80.60 (Mumbai, August 2014) and Rs 75.78 per litre (Chennai, August 2014).

Similarly, diesel prices, which have been touching new levels, shot up further on Wednesday across all major cities. In Delhi, diesel was sold Rs 63.38 per litre.

Imchen seeks clarification on ‘election for solution’

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Ranchi, Jan 24 (IANS) A special CBI court on Wednesday sentenced former Bihar Chief Ministers Lalu Prasad and Jagannath Mishra to five years in prison in a fodder scam case and slapped a fine of Rs 10 lakh on the former and Rs 5 lakh on the latter.

The special Central Bureau of Investigation court Judge S.S. Prasad pronounced the judgment related to the fraudulent withdrawal of Rs 33.67 crore from the Chaibasa Treasury in 1992-1993. The special CBI court has convicted 50 people and acquitted six in this case. This is third case in the fodder scam in which the Rashtriya Janata Dal chief has been convicted, while it is the second for Mishra.

The CBI judge pronounced the quantum of sentence at 2 p.m. The court slapped two fines of Rs 5 lakh against Lalu and a Rs 5 lakh fine on Mishra. Earlier at 11 a.m., Lalu Prasad was brought to the CBI court from the Birsa Munda Central Jail, where he has been lodged since January 6 following his conviction on December 23, 2017 for three and half years in a

and other “splinter groups” and therefore the regional party was fully prepared to respond accordingly when the right time came. To a media query, Imchen said he would extend full support to any organisation and stand in the forefront without any hesitation for postponement of the election in favour of a solution, asserting that he wished to see the future generation “liberated” and living as “dignified citizens”.

He recalled that the Naga issue was earlier looked after by Union Home ministry, which the Nagas had interpreted as a sign of sincerity and committeemen to bring the vexed Naga political issue to an early and amicable settlement.

Imchen said Indian National Congress thought that keeping the issue pending for 65 years was their success story, even though the Nagas never agreed to this policy.

In Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai, it cost Rs 66.04, Rs 67.50 and Rs 66.84 a litre respectively. Diesel is widely used to transport goods including food products.

Experts say this will push up inflation. Several factors like production curbs by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and high demand have led to a surge in crude oil prices.

As on January 24, price of the Brent crude oil hovered around $70 a barrel. Also, daily price revision in India allows for a rise in domestic fuel prices in accordance with international trends.

The earlier system of price determination of petrol had a waiting period of 15 days.

On the other hand, imposition of state taxes and levies generally hikes prices. Currently, the two fuels do not come under the ambit of the Goods and Services Tax.

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fodder scam case related to the Deoghar Treasury.

Of the 50 convicted in the Chaibasa treasury case, six are politiciana, three former IAS officials, including former Jharkhand Chief secretary Sajjal Chrkravarty and others. The convicted also included four women, who were suppliers in the fodder scam and each of them were awarded three years imprisonment and a fine of Rs 50,000 fine each.

There were total 76 accused in the case, of whom 14 died during the trial while three turned CBI approvers, two admitted to their crime and one is absconding.

After convicting the accused the CBI court asked whether argument on quantum of sentence should take place on Wednesday or an-

other date be fixed. Lalu Prasad’s lawyer requested to hear the argument on the day itself and requested a minimum punishment citing health grounds. In this case the CBI had filed its charge sheet in 2001. Talking to reporters, Lalu’s son Tejashwi Yadav said: “This is not the final court. We will move the High Court.” RJD chief was convicted in the fodder scam case for the first time in 2013 and was awarded five years imprisonment. The multi-million fodder scam case surfaced in the undivided Bihar in the 1990s. A Patna HC directive ordered the case probe to be handed over to the CBI. The allegation against Lalu is that he ignored the scam reports in his capacity as the Finance Minister.

Railways investing SP (I) to set up Rs 48,000 crores candidates IMAPUR, JAN 24 in northeast India D(NPN): Socialist Party (SP)

GUWAHATI, Jan 24 (Agencies): Railways ministry is making an investment of nearly Rs. 48,000 crore in northeast India.

Chairman of the Indian Railway Board, Ashwani Lohani, in Guwahati said, “Railways is investing Rs 48,000 crore in various projects.”

Chahatey Ram, General Manager of Northeast Frontier Railway, said a track to Imphal will be completed by 2020.

Ram further stated “In Meghalaya we have not been able to make much headway because local councils are not ready to give land. For train connectivity upto to Kohima, we have acquired land for 17km, and we are working to get [the remaining] requisite land.”

India, Myanmar discuss ties amid Rohingya crisis New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS): Amid the Rohingya refugee crisis, India and Myanmar on Wednesday discussed ties in a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Myanmar State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi here.

“The two leaders had a productive discussion on intensifying bilateral cooperation, including follow up on key decisions taken during Prime Minister’s visit to Myanmar in September 2017,” External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar tweeted.

The meeting assumes significance in the wake of the exodus of Rohingya refugees from the Rakhine state in Myanmar to Bangladesh since August last year.

However, Myanmar authorities said on Tuesday that they are ready to initiate a gradual repatriation

of Rohingya refugees from Bangladesh despite an announcement of delay by Dhaka due to incomplete preparations.

The crisis erupted on August 25, 2017 following an attack by a Rohingya insurgent group that led to a violent response by the Myanmar Army in Rakhine state. New Delhi has also sent relief material for the refugees in both Rakhine and Bangladesh.

India is also an important development aid partner for Myanmar and has committed to provide grantin-aid assistance amounting to almost Rs 4,000 crore (of total commitment of over $1.7 billion). Suu Kyi arrived here on Wednesday evening to attend the Commemorative Summit to mark 25 years of the IndiaAsean Dialogue Partnership to be held on Thursday.

- India, national general secretary, Kishor Singh will be visiting Nagaland on January 25. A press note from SP (I) national vice-president, Akhei Achumi said the party will be setting up its candidates for the forthcoming general elections. The note asked all members of the state executive committee and the youth and mahila wings to attend the meeting without fail.

Taxi union cautions erring drivers

DIMAPUR, JAN 24 (NPN): All Nagaland Taxi Association (ANTA) Dimapur unit has warned that it will take stern action against taxi drivers that charge higher than the government prescribed fares.

In a press release, ANTA unit president, Tohozhe Awomi, and general secretary, Ahoshe Chophi, said that due to the shortage of taxis and increased number of passengers, the association was unable to meet the demands despite round the clock supervision.

They, however, informed that in the event of any driver charging excess fare, the passenger/s could report the matter to the association at the taxi prepaid booths in various taxi stands.

While expressing its appreciation to Chumukedima Town Youth Organization (CTYO) volunteers for the surprise checking, the ANTA Dimapur unit also requested the organisation to consult the association and the government in future “to avoid misunderstanding.”

Meanwhile, the unit said that with the start of the electioneering process, the taxi shortage was likely to continue till March 3, 2018. In this regard, the association has requested the public to bear with the inconvenience caused.

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KIPHIRE, JAN 23 (NPN): In view of the forthcoming General Election 2018 in Nagaland, the deputy commissioners (DCs) and district election officers (DEOs) have been conducting various meetings pertaining to election.

Kiphire: Meeting on account of election activities was held on January 23 at DC’s conference hall Kiphire with additional deputy commissioner and election registration officer, Kiphire, Kumar Ramnikant as chairperson.

The house discussed on issues relating to electoral roll, SVEEP campaign and poll preparedness for the forthcoming Nagaland Legislative Assembly Election, 2018.

Teetav Rao, ECI, New Delhi and Kuldeep Kumar Sarsar, ECI, New Delhi of audit party asked for cooperation of the political parties to create awareness among the electors about VVPAT and EVM. Political parties requested the district administration to exempt the requisitioned vehicles which belonged to the political parties and apex tribal bodies. They also requested for tight security arrangement for the upcoming General Election. The political parties were satisfied with the electoral process and VVPAT awareness campaign.The meeting was attended by political parties, administrative officers, election official and BLOs. The meeting concluded with vote of thanks from the chair. (Correspondent) Pughoboto: Under Section 159 of the Representation of the People

Teetav Rao, ECI, New Delhi inspecting the election office Kiphire. (NP) Act 1959, ADC & DEO Pughoboto, Avelu Ruho has appointed presiding officers and polling officials for polling duty to the 13th Legislative Assembly Election 2018. All concerned officials have been directed to attend the trainings without fail. No applications for exemptions would be entertained unless cases were cleared by medical board constituted by the office. Failure to attend trainings would invite strict disciplinary actions as per appropriate sections of law.

Presiding officers and polling 1 training will held on January 29 and February 6 at ADC office, 10 a.m.

Training for Polling 2 & 3 would be on February 6 at town hall, 10 a.m, while polling 4 (VVPAT) and Grade IV have been directed to report to ADC office at 10 a.m on February 6.

Kiphire: DC Kiphire Mohammed Ali Shihab has ordered public to deposit their arms/weapons to the nearest police station under Kiphire district on or before January 25. All necessary arrangements with regard to the safe

transportation of the arms/ weapon shall be borne by arms license holders. All concerned have further been directed to produce their arms license in original at the designated police station for verification and validation. Failure to comply with the directive may result in cancellation of the arms license and shall liable for prosecution under appropriate section of the law.

Mon: Deputy commissioner (DC) and district election officer (DEO), Thavaseelan K has informed that Election Commission of India (ECI) through its press note has announced schedule for general elections wherein “announcement and issue of press note” would be on January 18, “issue of notification” on January 31, “last date of filing of nominations” February 27 “security of nominations” February 8, “last date for withdrawal of candidature” February 12, “date of poll” February 27, “counting of votes” March 3 and “date “before which election shall be completed” on March 5. Thavaseelan

has further notified that a “committee for release of cash” has been constituted in Mon district as per the Election Commission of India (ECI) guidelines.

This Committee is constituted to suo-motu examine each case of seizure made by the police or static surveillance teams or flying squads. The Committee would also ensure that there would be no inconvenience to the public & genuine persons and also for redressal of their grievance, if any, regarding seizure of cash.

The members of the aforesaid committee are: Convenor: Nodal officer of election expenditure monitoring in the district election office; member PD, DRDA and member district treasury officer. It was further notified that defacement of government property in the form of wall writing/posters/papers or defacement in any other form such as cutouts, hoardings, banners, flags etc. is strictly banned for the entire period “model code of conduct” is in force since January 18 till completion of election pro-

cess. DC directed that all such defacement are to be removed within stipulated period and any failure to comply with these instructions would amount to violation of “model code of conduct” as per directives of Election Commission of India (ECI). In addition all head of Offices (HoOs) of Mon are to submit the list of works which have been started on the ground and list of fresh works which have not been started yet as the consequent upon the announcement of general elections to the 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly 2018 by the ECI on 18th January. As per Model Code of Conduct (MCC), no new work that has not started on the ground can start once the MCC is in force. DC further stated that the aforesaid list should be submitted on or before January 25, 2 p.m.

Peren: Deputy commissioner and district election officer, Peren has directed all vehicles requisitioned in respect of Peren district, for conduct of the 13thGeneral Election 2018, to report at GHSS ground Jalukie town on 2nd February 2, 9 a.m for vehicle inspection, with all vehicle documents.

Failure to comply would invite stern action as per the appropriate section of the law.

Dimapur: DC &DEO Dimapur, Sushil Kumar Patel has informed all concerned that a control room for Dimapur district has been set up with revenue officer Dimapur, Atsungba Walling as officer in-charge.

Any queries /complaints may be lodged by calling the district control room at 9402041471.

NSCN (I-M) condolence Funeral service held for Salesian priest

DIMAPUR: Government of the People’s Republic of Nagalim (GPRN) has expressed grief over the untimely demise of late V. Kughavi Achumi, son of Viheche Achumi from Khakuthato, Wokha, who passed away on January 24 at Dimapur district hospital after a prolonged illness. A condolence message by NSCN (IM) stated that late Kughavi Achumi joined the national service on November 23, 1993 and remained loyal and dedicated to the national service until his demise as undersecretary in the Ministry of Kilo affairs. Further, while conveying its condolence to the bereaved family members, NSCN (IM) stated that sated that V. Kughavi’s sacrificial service for national cause would be cherished and prayed that the Almighty would grant solace to the departed soul.

RSU: Rengma Students’ Union (RSU) has expressed grief over the sudden demise of deputy director of Industries & Commerce and president of Rengma Sports’ Association (RSA), late Issac Khing. A condolence message by president, Kisheto Kent and vice president, Tenyebinlo Himb said that the students’ community in particular and Rengmas in general deeply mourned over the sudden demise of its senior officer. It prayed that God would comfort the family and further extended its condolences.

DIMAPUR: Dr. Fr. James Poonthuruthil SDB was laid to rest at the Salesian cemetery in the Salesian College campus, Dimapur on January 23.

A press release by Jonas Kerketta, Bosco College of Higher Education, Dimapur, stated that Dr. Fr. James Poonthuruthil had met with a road accident on January 14 and was admitted to NEIGRHIMS, Shillong and passed away on January 21.

Fr. James was ordained priest on December 23, 1984.

After completing Ph.D. in Moral Theology from Gregorian University, Rome, he was assigned to many important works. The

Requiem Mass was presided over by Bishop James Thoppil DD of Kohima Diocese in the Salesian College Chapel.

Fr. Nestor Guria SDB, Provincial of Dimapur Province, preached the homily. Condolence messages were delivered by Fr. George Maliekal SDB of Shillong Province, Fr. Thomas Vattathara SDB of Guwahati Province, Bishop John Thomas of Itanagar Diocese, Fr. Chunkapura Jose SDB (Vice Rector of Sacred Heart Theological College, Shillong), Fr. C. T. Varghese SDB (batch mate of Dr. Fr. James), Adani of the Salesian Cooperators, Sr. Marcellina Sangma (Economer

of Shillong province) and Fr. Shiji MSFS on behalf of the family members of Dr. Fr. James Poonthuruthil SDB. Fr. Vengakunnel Thomas SDB read out the messages of Fr. Maria Arokiam Kanaga SDB, Archbishop Dominic Lumon of Imphal Archdiocese, Bishop George Palliparambil SDD DD of Miao Diocese, Salesian Provincial of Mumbai Province, Diocesan Fraternity of Imphal Archdiocese and a few others.

Fr. John Bosco Perianayagam SDB (Vice Provincial of Dimapur Province) proposed the vote of thanks. Bishop James Thoppil concluded the last funeral rites in the Salesian Cemetery.

Refresher course for STO/JAO held

DIMAPUR: A two-day refresher course for STO/JAO was held on January 23 and 24 at Treasuries and Accounts Training Institute (TATI), Purana Bazaar, with special emphasis on ROP 2017.

Earlier, the programme was chaired by

Deputy Director of TATI, Temsuinla Aier, speech on behalf of the trainees by STO Zunheboto Lahoto, speech by advisor training, L. Zubemo Odyuo and concluding remarks by the chairperson. Officers from different treasuries and directorates attended the training.

BJP Nagaland activities in Chizami, Longleng

State BJP functionaries with Chizami party workers on January 24.

BJP Longleng party workers.

DIMAPUR: Booth level workers meeting/training was held by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at 17 A/C Chizami on January 24.

A press release by BJP Nagaland media cell stated that training was based on four points, namely history of BJP and its objective; duties and responsibilities of booth workers with Mission 2018 and vision of BJP Nagaland; achievements of BJP under Modi and misconception on BJP. Addressing the gathering, BJP booth–level training convener K. James

secretary, B. Chemben Phom stated that public consultative meeting was held with village councils of Bura Namsang, Nyang, Chingsang, Michong and Yongam Villages.

Five team members were led by president B. Ajoy Phom. During the public consultative meeting, the team members exhorted the public to choose good leaders and for the state election to be conducted in peaceful, free and fair manner.

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Vizo said BJP was purely a political party registered with the Election Commission of India (ECI) and its top priority was to bring development to the unreached grassroot levels without any bias, to all sections of the people.

Others who spoke at the programme included aspiring candidate of Chizami Kevechutso Duoluo. The meeting was chaired by Phek district president Nucutso Ruho, welcome address by Vetshe Tsuzuh mandal president, invocation by Neipe Puro Catechist, Catholic

Church Chizami. Special number was presented by Tshezokhrou Mero, vote of thanks by Zashesa Lohe mandal vice president and benediction by Khazi Lea, state executive member.

The booth level workers were 380 and the total attendees were 509 during the training.

BJP Longleng tour: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Longleng district conducted a tour in 49th A/C Tamlu in Longleng district from January 22 to 23.

A press release by BJP Longleng district general

an emergency consultative combined meeting of district executive, mahila, BJYM, MM, KM, 49th A/c Tamlu and 50th A/C Longleng mandals was held at BJP head office HQ Longleng on January 22.

A press note by BJP Longleng district president, B. Ajoy Phom and general secretary, B. Chemben Phom stated that meeting was held on the matter of BJP recommendation for ticket to contest to the Forth coming 13th Nagaland General State Assembly Election in February 2018.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018

news in Brief DC Dimapur informs for RD: Deputy commissioner, Sushil Kumar Patel has informed all heads of deparment/offices under Dimapur district that attendance at the Republic Day function would be mandatory. Attendance of all departmental officers and staffs would be taken at DDSC stadium at 9 a.m on January 26. Attendance sheet should be handed over to ADC Dimapur. All markets and shops shall remain closed till 12 noon on January 26.

DC Kohima informs: Deputy commissioner (DC) Kohima, Rajesh Soundararajan has issued an order directing all HODs and staff of various departments under Kohima district to attend the 69th Republic Day celebration on January 26 at Nagaland Secretariat Plaza, Kohima positively. Attendance of HODs would be taken at the venue and action shall be initiated against the absentees.

NERAMAC awareness programme: North Eastern Regional Agricultural Marketing Corporation (NERAMAC) Limited in association with North Eastern Council (NEC) would be organising “awareness program on food processing” and “food processing investors’ meet” on January 25, 9 a.m at De Oriental Grande Hotel, Kohima. Further details one may contact at 89747 44876/98640 94967.

NPF Tseminyu meeting: Naga People’s Front (NPF) Tseminyu division has convened meeting of its office bearers and frontal organization office bearers including women wing, youth and farmers wing on January 27,11 a.m at NPF office Tseminyu town to discuss some important issues. All the concerned members have been requested to attend the meeting.

NCRCC fasting and prayer day: Nagaland Christian Revival Church Council (NCECC) has requested believers to observe day of fasting and prayer on January 28 for the coming Nagaland general election. Prayer points are for God fearing and people loving candidates to be elected; leaders to uphold and maintain Christian ethical principles and moral values.

SRSU first presidential meeting: The Sakipheto Range Students’ Union (SRSU) has convened its first presidential meeting on January 27, 10 a.m at union banker.

All respective unit presidents have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

BJP 3 Dimapur III coordination meeting: BJP 3 Dimapur III has convened a coordination meeting for all mandal office bearers, morchas and frontals office bearers and all the unit office bearers on January 27, 10 a.m onwards at mandal office. All the concerned have been asked to attend the meeting positively.

DDVFAA emergency general meeting: Dimapur District Veterinary Field Assistant Association (DDVFAA) has convened an emergency general meeting on January 27, 11 a.m at treasurer’s residence, Burma Camp, Dimapur. All the members have been requested to attend the meeting positively to discuss matters relating to Para Veterinarian Service Rule 2017.

CMO Kohima informs on IPPI: Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Kohima has informed that the first round of Intensive Pulse Polio Immunization (IPPI) for all children (0-5 years) would be held on January 28 and followed by house to house visit on January 29 and 30. CMO informed all parents, community leaders, women representatives, youth representatives and church leaders of all villages and colonies under Kohima district to mobilize children to avail polio vaccine at the nearest polio booth.

Deptts asked to withdraw vehicles DIMAPUR: Addressing the meeting of the AHODs and HODs at the secretariat conference hall on Wednesday, the chief electoral officer (CEO), Nagaland, Abhijit Sinha said that since the Election Model Code of Conduct has come into force from January 18 the departments should immediately withdraw any vehicle attached to ministers, parliamentary secretaries, advisers and other political leaders. According to DIPR report, he clarified that the ministers, parliamentary secretaries, advisers etc would be entitled to only the official vehicles allotted by the Transport department during the period for performance of their official duties which also should not be used for electioneering purposes.

Failure of the concerned to return the vehicles should be brought to the notice of the CEO for necessary action.

CEO also dwelled on the do’s and don’ts of the Election Model Code of Conduct for government servants.

DC & DEO Mon convenes meeting: DC & DEO Mon, Thavaseelan K has convened a meeting with KU/KNSK/ KSU/MTSU on January 27, 1 p.m at DC’s conference hall, Mon in connection with the upcoming General Elections to the 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly, 2018. DC further requested all concerned to attend the meeting positively.

DC Wokha informs: Deputy commissioner Wokha, Dr. Manazir Jeelani Samoon has informed that in view of the forth coming Republic Day celebration on January 26 all the government employees posted in Wokha district are informed to attend the function without fail. All head of offices have been directed to take attendance and submit report to the deputy commissioner office, Wokha for further necessary action.

DC & DEO Dimapur to grace NVD: Deputy commissioner & district election officer dimapur, Sushil Kumar Patel would grace the National Voters Day as the chief guest at Dimapur on January 25, in the conference hall of the Commissioner of Taxes, Dimapur.

DH&FW informs: Principal director, directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Dr. N. Bendangyanger has informed that first round of Intensive Pulse Polio (IPP) would be held on January 28. Department has appealed all sections of the people, agencies both government and non-government including security forces and police, churches, organisations, etc and children below five years to come and ensure that all eligible children receive “two drops of life” on the said day. For further information, one may contact the nearest health centre or chief medical officer/district programme officer (RCH&UIP) of respective districts.

DoSE inform GTs and PTs: Department of School Education (DoSE) has informed all interested state cadre Graduate Teachers (GTs) and Primary Teachers (Pts) serving under school education department who have submitted their educational documents for upgradation during the first phase i.e to resubmit fresh application for the second phase on or before February 2. Further, DoSE has directed that documents be submitted to the director (HSS).

RPI meeting held: Republican Party of India (RPI) central team visited Nagaland on January 21 and held meeting with appointed office bearers. A press release

by RPI Nagaland president Azungla Imsong and secretary (admn) Arenla Pongen stated that the meeting was led by the observer of Northeast Vinod Nikalje and chief convener for Northeast Hitish Deori. For further information one may contact at 9615087982/8575957176.

FTC informs: Faith Theological College (FTC) has informed that Dimapur open written Bible quest exam 2017 results had been declared and put up on college notice board. Founder principal, FTC, Rev. Dr. S. Gangte has requested all participants to check their marks and collect participation certificates from the college office. He has also informed that annual written open Bible quest exam would be conducted again in August, 2018. For further details, one may contact 943642 5173/8837099195/7005091090.

LYO informs: Lengrijan Youth Organisation (LYO) has convened its annual general meeting on January 27, 10 a.m at treasurer’s residence. All the youths have been requested to attend positively.

Clarification: The news item under the title “CHILDLINE Dmu informs on missing children” published on January 24 should read as “for any information one may contact at CHILDLINE Dimapur at 03862-224151 or Toll Free at 1098” and not as published.

NBCK organizes gospel preaching and healing service

Healing prayer during service.

DIMAPUR: Three-day gospel preaching and healing service under the theme, “come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest” was organized by Nepali Baptist Church Kohima (NBCK) at Bormukali, Jorhat Assam from January 19 to 21.

A press release by NBCK stated that during the three-day program, hundreds of people turned up, wherein special songs and cultural gospel dance were presented by the youth de-

the gospel and healing partment, NBCK, Normukali Baptist Church and members of NBCK. Special gospel movie was shown and door to door preaching was also undertaken among the Nepali and Mising communities of Bormukali The speakers for the program were pastor, Surjay B Sapkota, NBCK and pastor Ruben Shah Shankar, Kala Pahaar Bible Church Manipur. The crusade was sponsored by the members of NBCK. K

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1. Bano Vinito addressing the gathering during national girl chid day observance at Kohima on Wednesday. (NP) 2. OSC Dimapur sensitizing the students of Bethel. 3. Participants at the commemoration on NGCD at NEISSR .

Chairperson NSSWB Bano Vinito said academic discipline was a must for every child and there was no place for mediocrity or failure in today’s world. Stressing on the importance of education, she said it liberated and builds up self worth, self esteem and self confidence and urged the students to be hard working and be consistent in their studies. She encouraged the girls to focus on their academics, careers and economic independence instead of other minor issues such as obsession for the latest trends.

She reminded the students the importance of developing academic discipline as a student and advised them to make every effort to develop life skills

which would make them competent and independent economically. Encouraging the students, Vinito said to achieve in life, one must never forget that God helps those who helped themselves.

A brief introduction to 181 and One Stop Centre was highlighted by Jitsiasa Nyuthe, Call Responder, 181- a scheme for addressing violence against women and children. 181 is a universal number which can be used in any state in the country.

Counsellor, CHILDLINE Neingutuonuo Kulnu also provided an introduction to EDITI. Juliana Medom provided information on the relevance of Beti Bachao,

Beti Padhao (BBBP) which was started in 2015. Beti Padhao- the education of the girl child has more relevance in Nagaland. Skill trainings such haircutting, doll making, flower making, jewellery were taught during the workshop.

Sakhi- One Stop Centre: Commemorating the National Girl Child day, the One Stop Centres conducted awareness programs under the banner of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao.

The One Stop Centre, Dimapur in collaboration with Sisterhood Network, Dimapur organized an awareness programs at Bethel Baptist School, Old Showuba. Awareness was generated on the inequalities faced by girls in the

VCU & VDBA conference-cumoffice inaugurated in New Peren

Cashless treatment for polling personnel/CAPF

NPD conducts philately workshop at LFHSS

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Correspondent KOHIMA, JAN 24 (NPN): With the rest of the country, national Girl child day was observed and in its commemoration a workshop on skill development under the theme “A skilled generation: An independent generation- BBBP” was held at the Government Primary School, T Khel, Kohima village on Wednesday. The programme was organised by the State Resource Centre for Women in collaboration with the Nagaland State Social Welfare Board (NSSWB) and the Entrepreneur Development and Integrated Training Institute (EDITI).

Speaking on the significance of the girl child,

Kelei Zeliang speaking at the programme.

DIMAPUR: Secretary RD & Secretary to chief minister of Nagaland, Kelei Zeliang had called for rural economy growth through various agri-allied activities in farm sector that would benefit all sections of population especially those dependent on it for their livelihood.

A press release from CMO media cell stated that Kelei said this while speaking at the inaugural programme of VCU & VDB Association conference hall-cum-office at district H.Q. New Peren on January 23. Kelei said, to unleash growth in any

sector, innovative ideas, positive outlook and hardwork were vital forces that needed to be entailed. He also called for complete overhaul in today’s social system of depending entirely on government funds. Rather than depend on government funds which would only lead to corruption, Kelei urged for promotion of various agri-allied businesses be it piggery, fishery, livestock or agriculture etc which would lead to self-sufficiency and a producing society.

The chief guest also urged the gathering to utilize

and maintain the new building properly for the benefit of all. On the sidelines of the inauguration, the secretary also met the DRDA officials and enquired about the status of the ongoing central welfare schemes meant for the rural poor.

The programme was attended by government officials, village council leaders and VDB members from 89 government recognized villages under Peren district. Earlier, senior government officers and village elders also delivered short speeches.

DIMAPUR: Department of Health & Family Welfare (DH&FW) has notified that all public health facilities of the department are empanelled for providing cashless treatment to polling personnel/CAPF. According to DIPR, personnel working in public health facilities have been directed to make arrangements for providing cashless treatment to polling personnel and personnel of CAPF from the time they were inducted into the state for election duties till the de-induction and to ensure provision of good quality treatment as well as cater to any kind of medical emergencies. In case of emergency ambulance requirement, all concerned have been requested to call 102. For requirement of air ambulance and helicopters for evacuation, one may contact state nodal officer, Wabang Jamir through superintendent of police. All have been directed to ensure strict compliance of this order in letter and spirit in their respective jurisdictions.

For issues arising out of any dereliction of duty, the concerned staff would be held responsible.

DIMAPUR: Nagaland Postal Division (NPD), department of Posts conducted a one-day philately workshop at Livingstone Foundation Hr. Sec. School (LFHSS), Dimapur on January 24.

A press release by LFHSS, stated that chairman of LFHSS Andrew Ahoto was the main resource person of the workshop, wherein a Philately Club was declared open by NPD marketing executive, L. Imtikumzuk. LFHSS has become the first ever school in Nagaland to have a Philately Club.

Andrew Ahoto, who is also a well known philatelist speaking as main resource person talked on various collectible items as a life-long hobby and termed philately as king of all hobbies. He spoke about the origin, etymology and the importance of such a glorious hobby and encouraged the gathering to take up stamp collection as hobby from an early age.

He also added that it was never too late to start taking up Philately as a hobby but it all depended on how interested and devoted one is to take up the various challenges of the hobby.

society. A demonstration on Child Abuse and the “good touch & bad touch” was also depicted The One Stop Centre, Kohima organized a program for children at the Anganwadi Centre, AG Colony. The team highlighted the significance of the occasion and interacted with the children, wherein development group activities and games were conducted. The team also sensitized the parents who were also present about the Centre and the services.

NEISSR: “National girl child day” was commemorated by MWS students and faculty members of North East Institute of Social Science and Research (NEISSR) on January 24 at

During the course of his discourse on stamps, he dwelt on the various kinds of stamps like definitive, commemorative and thematic stamps. He also displayed to the gathering some rare commemorative and thematic stamps along with first day covers and rare artifacts from his collection.

L. Imtikumzuk while giving the opening note of the workshop appreciated the school for taking up the initiative of popularizing an age-old tradition like philately.

He also talked about the benefits of stamp collection and how to open a philately account with the postal department.

Imtikumzuk presented Andrew Ahoto with a special first day cover memento on behalf of the Nagaland Postal Division as a token of gratitude.

T h e i n - c h a r ge o f LFHSS Philately Club, Isaac Athili was presented with some sets of philately tools, stamp collector’s albums, calendars and philately account opening forms during the programme by Imtikumzuk.

Earlier, the welcome address was delivered by

NEISSR conference hall, Dimapur.

A press release by NEISSR stated that assistant professor, Dr. Toli H. Kiba while speaking on the occasion said that union ministry of Women and Child Development had taken different initiative to address issues related to girl child. She highlighted about the objectives of national girl child day as a national observance to increase the consciousness of the people and offer new opportunities to the girl child in the society.

She also urged the MSW students to encourage government teachers who were appointed in rural and interior villages of Nagaland to work sincerely

to promote girl child’s education. While hinting about the inequality in health and nutrition, she opined that in a society where women were considered as homemaker and caretaker there was always a tendency for girls and women to “eat last” at home, in community feast etc.

Dr. Fr. C.P. Anto, principal of NEISSR also spoke on the importance of commemorating girl child day and emphasized on ‘BetiBachao, BetiPadhao’.

He said that it was important to create awareness on the equality and rights of girl child to remove different types of atrocities, social discrimination and exploitation that girls generally faced in their life.

Andrew Ahoto being presented special first day cover memento by L. Imtikumzuk.

Zakir Hussain, coordinator of LFHSS and vote of thanks by Prabhat Mandal, head of Academics, LFHSS. More than 80

member students of the Philately Club from both junior as well as senior sections attended the workshop which.

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Kikheto Sema accompanied by tribal leaders at New Jalukie, Wednesday. (NP)

Correspondent KO H I M A , JA N 2 4 (NPN): Secretary Finance and Budget, Y. Kikheto Sema remarked that the 12th Nagaland Legislative Assembly was in a pitiable state because the demands of the public was huge but supply was limited, thereby elected members were on a power struggle from the beginning till the end.

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by Rongmei Council Nagaland (RCN), hosted by Rongmei Council Peren at New Jalukie Village ground, Peren Wednesday, Kikheto said with the announcement of the state election, he appealed the Nagas to follow the lead taken by Christian states like Mizoram and Meghalaya and their success story on clean election campaigns.

He lamented that elections were times for candidates to be morose because they become the focal point of all public accusations. Kikheto advocated that churches, Hohos and social organizations should be observers of the neighbouring states and learn from them so that Nagaland could also conduct elections in Christian manner.

India was the biggest democracy in the world,

he said, however he regretted that in Nagaland rights were lost due to use of brute force and people could not exercise their basic right of casting their votes.

He was sceptical that though elections had been announced yet voting may or may not happen and mentioned that there were already instances of fighting in certain villages.

Nagas as Christians he said should introspect and study whether Nagas were living according to the teachings of Christ.

Speaking on the festival, Kikheto said irrespective of different festivals the objective was the same.

He said that festivals were a celebration of harvest which showed that Nagas have similarity in the festivals, whereby he said Nagas should live together as brothers in love, peace, unity and with respect for each other.

Further he said Nagas should encourage and incorporate the good values of life like respect for elderly by the young, refrain-

ing to eat before the elderly, seeking permission to use toilet from the elders, being truthful and honest etc.

He added that one of the evils of Naga culture was head hunting and not giving equal rights to the womenfolk, however said these were abandoned and more rights were now being given to the women in society.

The chief guest insisted that the trend towards western cultures which was alien to Naga traditions needed to be seriously pondered upon.

He said Gaan-Ngai was a celebration of a hard year’s labour and enjoying the fruits and said in any profession if there was no hard work and labour, there won’t be any fruits to harvest.

The chief guest said without peace Nagaland cannot be enlightened, and there needed to be reconciliation to bring about a solution for the future generations. Senior government officials, tribal leaders and others attended the festival.

DIMAPUR: An awareness seminar on Forest Development Agency (FDA) activities for FDA functionaries and village council members under Changtongya Forest Beat, Mokokchung was organised by Forest department, Mokokchung at Forest Colony Changtongya on January 24. Speaking on the topic “FDA activities and the role of FDA functionaries and Village Councils”, DFO Mokokchung, T.N Jamir explained the role of Joint Forest Management Commitees (JFMCs) at village level on National Afforestation Programme (NAP). He encouraged those present to make best possible use of the opportunity given to them by the government to carry on plantation works. He also highlighted upcoming Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) project. Earlier, Forest Ranger Changtongya, Moamongba chaired the programme and ote of thanks was delivered by chairman. The seminar was attended by JFMCs, presidents, members along with representatives of village council members and staff of Changtongya Beat.

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Shillong, Jan 24 (IANS): Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma on Wednesday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government of weakening India’s federal structure.

“They are going to destroy this nation, diluting the federal structure is one step for ultimate disastrous future of this nation,” he said referring to Union Tourism Minister K.J. Alphons’ recent announcement of a Rs 70 crore tourism package to develop religious and spiritual circuits in the state.

“When he (Modi) was the Chief Minister of Gujarat, he used to talk about the attempt to dilute the federal structure of the nation. Today, this particular strategy of BJP gives you a proof beyond reasonable doubt about their intention to dilute and weaken the federal structure of the nation,” Sangma told journalists here. He also termed the move as “a complete infringement of the states’ domain which needed to be collectively and strongly resisted”, saying nowhere in the country’s history had this “type of attitude” seen

Mukul Sangma (File) where the central government is trying to reach out to the stakeholders directly.

“Why do you have state governments, why do people fighting for statehood... because the federal structure that we have withstood the test of time. And these people are aggressively engaging in activities to dilute and weakened the federal structure it is very dangerous,” he said.

Expressing surprise at such announcement made by central government without the state government’s recommendation, Congress General Secretary C.P.Joshi said: “The strategy was to woo the voters of the state.”

We will retain power in Meghalaya: Joshi

Voicing confidence

that Congress party will retain power in Meghalaya, Congress leader C.P. Joshi on Wednesday said there is no space for BJP’s ideology in Meghalaya.

“With the culture and the way of life of particularly the people of Meghalaya, ideologically speaking there is no space for the BJP and its ideology here (Meghalaya),” he told journalists.

Joshi, the Congress general secretary in-charge Meghalaya, had held several rounds of meetings with Chief Minister Mukul Sangma, Congress President Celestine Lyngdoh besides senior Congress leaders to chart out party’s strategy and preparedness for the February 27 assembly polls. “The BJP is busy poaching candidates from other political parties and yet it is hoping to able to form the government in Meghalaya,” he said.

Former Congress minister Alexander Hek along with Nationalist Congress Party legislator Sanbor Shullai besides two Independent legislators –- Robinus Syngkon and Justine Dkhar -- had resigned as members of the assembly and joined BJP. “We don’t consider the

Students block Trans-Asia Highway in Mnp Correspondent

IMPHAL, Jan 24: Normal vehicular movement along the Imphal-Moreh section of Trans-Asia Highway no. 1 was disturbed for several hours, after agitating students of Lilong Haoreibi College in Thoubal district blocked the highway demanding suspension of the principal for allegedly involved in the misappropriation of college fund to the tune of Rs. 92 lakh.

The students blocked the highway from around 11 a.m. till a police team of Thoubal district police led by its SP intervened around 1 p.m. However, the agitation was called off after education min-

ister assured of prompt action against the principal, Md Sahidur Rahman after proper investigation before January 28. During the stir, a group of students attempted to burn down a waiting-shed nearby college.

However, the agitating students alleged that those were not students but some unidentified people with a motive to defame the students.

There was a commotion over the matter which was later controlled by the police. General secretary of the students’ union MD Sabir Rahman said that they had earlier submitted a memorandum to the government demanding appropriate action.

However, no action has been initiated.

Outfits call total shutdown on Republic Day Correspondent

IMPHAL, Jan 24: Five insurgent outfits operating in the Northeast region have announced 11-hour total shut-down on January 26 starting from 6 a.m. o 5 p.m. in the entire Northeast region. This was announced in a joint statement issued

by Hynniewtrep National liberation Council (HNLC),

Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL), National Liberation Front Twipra (NLFT) and People’s Democratic Council of Karbilongri (PDCK).

Meanwhile, Coordination Committee (CorCom), a conglomerate of major rebel groups operating in Manipur has also called an 18-hour general strike in Manipur.

IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR, NAGALAND

NOTICE

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NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE UNDER PART-1 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925.

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late Tokivi V. Assumi has been applied by Smti. P. Tracy Tungoe, W/o Lt. Tokivi V. Assumi, R/o H.No 220, Chumukedima, Dimapur, Nagaland for possession of : (1) LIC Policy No. 442024204. (2) Pension benefits. (2) SBI A/C No. 20114928656 who expired on 26.12.17.

Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may if she/he so desire appear in this court on or before the said day of 23rd Feb' 18.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this 23rd Jan' 18.

(S. Hukato Swu), Principal District and Sessions Judge Dimapur : Nagaland DP-796

NOTICE INVITING OTHER CLAIMENTS TO REPRESENTATION TO COME FORWARD (SECTION 375 OF THE INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925)

In the Court of Smti. Sara S. Jamir Additional Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur, Nagaland

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate of Late K. Zuhoto Sema Deceased, has been filed by Shri/ Smti. Akato Wotsa relation Son R/o. H.No. 189, Xuvihe Colony, Dimapur to draw his Landed Property etc, who expired on 16.11.04. Covered by Patta No. 97, Dag No. 177, Mouza No. 3 Block 8.

Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate of the said deceased, may if he/she so desire may appear in this Court within 30 days, on the said day of 13/2/18.

Given under the hand and seal of the Court this 12 day of 1/18.

Addl. Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur : Nagaland.

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AFFIDAVIT (FOR CHANGE OF SURNAME) I, Shri. Lima Changkiri aged about 52 years, S/o, Lt. Imchameren Changkiri, resident of Medziphema Town, H/No. 68, Ward No-3, District Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm on oath and declare as under :1. That, I am an Indian citizen by birth as such I am competent to swear this Affidavit.

2. That, previously I was called and known as Shri. Lima Changkija and the same name has been entered and recorded in all my official documents and other certificate including my Service Book.

3. That, my father name as Lt. M.B. Ghale had also inadvertently entered and recorded in all official and other documents respectively.

4. That, I would like to change my Surname from Changkija to Changkiri.

5. That, my father's actual and correct name is Lt. Imchameren Changkiri and not as Lt. M. B. Ghale, as such my father name shall be read and used as Lt. Imchameren Changkiri instead of Lt. M.B. Ghale.

6. That, henceforth my name and my father's name shall be called and known as Shri. Lima Changkiri, S/o Lt. Imchameren Changkiri in all Official and other intent.

7. That, the statements set forth above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and nothing has been concealed therein.

I signed this affidavit on this the 17th day of Oct' 2017, at Dimapur Deponent Sworn before me.

Regd.

No. 1440/17, Date : 17/10/17 DP-807(B) Notary Public

CorCom, in a statement, said that “celebrating the Republic Day of India does not have any significance to the people of the region as the people are still suppress under the colonial rule.” The groups have asked the people to stay indoors and stop all activities during the general strike.

BJP as a potential threat to us here in Meghalaya because the people know how the National People’s Party (NPP) are hands in glove with the BJP,” Joshi said.

The opposition NPP which has two members in the Meghalaya assembly is supporting the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre and Manipur. It is also part of BJP-led North East Democratic Alliance – a platform of major nonCongress parties – headed

by Assam Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

“Most of the regional parties are also members of the BJP-led NEDA which clearly indicated that they are supporting the BJP directly or indirectly.

Therefore in parliamentary democracy, ideology is important and there will be no space for BJP’s ideology in this state,” he added.

Exuding confidence that Congress party will retain power in Meghalaya, Joshi boasted of the party having its “winning horses” in almost all the assembly constituencies and said it will form the government not by majority but this time it will be a surprise we may get twothirds majority.

KSA opposes land settlement to exservicemen Correspondent

Diphu Jan 24: Karbi Students’ Association (Semson Teron faction) central committee along with KSA, Hamren District Committee has opposed the move of Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council authority to allocate land to Defence ExServicemen Re-settlement Association (DESERA) as they claimed that most of the ex-servicemen were purely outsiders. KSA informed this in a press conference held in Donkamukam, West Karbi Anglong district Tuesday. According to KSA president, KAAC authority has decided to grant 54, 72,000 Sq. to DESERA at Umlapher, located within general area of Chinthong bordering Meghalaya where the organization has decided to construct its colony.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER MON DISTRICT: NAGALAND

NOTICE

Whereas, an application has been submitted by Shri/Smti Pongmei Konyak with prayer for issue of Succession Certificate for drawal of entitled pension dues and any other outstanding dues from the Government of Nagaland on behalf of His/her/wife/ husband deceased Late Laipha Konyak Ex Pensioner of PPO NO,PEN/COM-8451/ NL/V/11446 under the establishment OF SBI Mon Branch A/C 32258753204 who expired on 01/07/2017.

Objection are hereby invited from persons having objection or claim for withdrawal of the dues by the applicant within 30 (Thirty) days with effect from the date of issue of this notification. No petition will be entertained after the expiry of the given period.

Deputy Commissioner K-241 Mon : Nagaland

AFFIDAVIT (FOR CHANGE OF SURNAME) I, Shri. Tongpangmeren Changkiri aged about 23 years, S/o, Shri. Lima Changkiri, resident of Medziphema Town, H/No. 68, Ward No-3, District Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm on oath and declare as under :1. That, I am an Indian citizen by birth as such I am competent to swear this Affidavit.

2. That, previously I was called and known as Shri. Tongpangmeren Changkija and the same name has been entered and recorded in all my official documents and other Certificates.

3. That, I would like to change my Surname from Changkija to Changkiri.

4. That, my Father's name as Lima Changkija has been entered and recorded in all my Official and other documents. Now my father's name shall be used and read as Lima Changkiri, instead of Lima Changkija, for all purposes.

5. That, henceforth my name and my father's name shall be called and known as Shri.

Tongpangmeren Changkiri, S/o Shri. Lima Changkiri in all Official and other intent.

6. That, the statements set forth above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and nothing has been concealed therein.

I signed this affidavit on this the 17th day of Oct' 2017, at Dimapur Deponent Sworn before me.

Regd. No. 1443/17, Date : 17/10/17 DP-807(D) Notary Public

CLARIFICATION

I, Shri. Subash Kumar Jain, Proprietor of M/s Amar Agency Garments Shop, M.P. Road, Dimapur would like to clarify the statement published on 21st January and 22nd January 2018. In the local dailies, it appeared that I had been kidnapped by 2 NSCN cadres whereas I was called only for inquiry regarding misappropriation of price tags in the MRP and after that I was released unharmed. I also want to clarify that the police personnel was misinformed by some unknown persons. As such, I hereby make this statement in sound mind that I was not kidnapped and that my family members did not lodge any complaint against any individual and the police personnel was given wrong information about my kidnapping.

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SUBASH KUMAR JAIN M/s. Amar Agency Garment Shop M.P. Road, Dimapur

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018

One more M’laya legislator resigns

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Shillong, Jan 24: Another Independent legislator, Michael T. Sangma on Wednesday resigned as member of the 60 member Meghalaya assembly to join and contest the February 27 assembly polls on Congress ticket.

The strength of the 60-member Meghalaya Assembly, thus, stands reduced to 43, since seven Congress legislators, two from NCP, one from the United Democratic Party (UDP) and seven Independents have resigned.

“I have resigned as member of the assembly to join and contest assembly elections from the Congress party,” Sangma, who is seeking re-election from Tikrikilla constituency, said.

On January 6, BJP President Amit Shah had kicked-off his election campaign for his party from Tikrikilla in West Garo Hills district. The ruling Congress have been affected following the resignation of its seven Congress legislators which five of them – Rowell Lyngdoh, Prestone Tynsong, Coming One Ymbon, Ngaitlang Dhar and Sniawbhalang Dhar – had joined the NPP. Former Congress legislator Alexander Hek, who was Health and Family Welfare minister in the Mukul Sangma Cabinet before being sacked last year, joined the BJP.

Success of ‘Act East Policy’ depends on hospitality: Biren

Manipur CM N Biren Singh flagging off a delegation of Manipur women’s team for the women football exhibition match in Myanmar at Imphal on Wednesday. (NP) Correspondent

IMPHAL, Jan 24: Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh while highlighting objective of the “Act East Policy” of the NDA government at the Centre, said that “success of the “Act East Policy” depends on our hospitality to the visitors coming to our state.”

In line with this, the chief minister urged the minister, MLAs and officials delegates of the state to have a dialogue with the officials of Myanmar government on opening of border for feasibility of trade and commerce, visa on arrival facilities etc.

He said this while talking to reporters, after flagging off a delegation of

Manipur women’s team for the women football exhibition match in Myanmar on Wednesday.

The women football team was part of an Indian delegation, who will be attending a business meet with traders of Mandalay and Sagaing division of Myanmar to be held from January 27 to 30.

During a brief interaction with the members of the women football team before flagging off, the chief minister urged the team members to remember that they were going with a mission to build a friendly and cordial relationship with the neighbouring country.

He further told them that “winning or losing is an inevitable part of every

game,” but the participation in true spirit was important.

S i n g h f u r t h e r ex pressed hope that the delegates will showcase the country, particularly Manipur’s civilization, rich culture and tradition to the South East Asian countries during their tour.

Besides the women football team, the delegates led by state youth affairs and sports minister Letpao Haokip included MLAsPaonam Brojen and Y Surchandra, convener of State Level Committee for Operationalisation of Act East Policy RK Shivachandra, chairman and managing director of Shija Hospitals and Research Institute Dr Kh Palin and officials of women’s football team.

Security beefed up for R-Day across Assam GUWAHATI, Jan 24 (Agencies): Assam Police have arranged a threelayer security across the state ahead of January 26, a regular exercise to ensure safe Republic Day celebrations. While a high alert has been issued across the state, there is special focus on upper Assam and areas bordering Nagaland. City police have increased surveillance on ‘incomers’ from neighbouring states, officials have informed.

Preparations for the central R-Day celebration is on in full swing at the Khanapara veterinary college playground. Hundreds of people are expected to attend the ceremony.

Already, the United Liberation Front of Western Southeast Asia (UNLFW), an umbrella group of rebel groups comprising Ulfa (Independent), Nationalist So-

cialist Council of Nagaland (K), Kamatapur Liberation Organization (KLO) and National Democratic Front of Boroland (S), has called for a total boycott of Republic Day, reported TNN. Guwahati police commissioner Hiren Nath said, “Special attention is being paid to people who are travelling here from outside the state. Miscreants from outside the city or state may act as mercenaries by rebel groups. Naka checking has been intensified at all the entry and exit points of the city.” Sources said special focus is being given to people coming to the city from upper Assam, Manipur and Garo Hills.

Nath added that ground intelligence, 360-degree surveillance and constant manual frisking on roads have been already put in place. City police have been

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in Sivasagar, the AssamBhutan borders in Baksa, Jorhat, Golaghat and BTAD areas, apart from maintaining round-the-clock vigil along the Assam-Meghalaya border in Goalpara district.

Vital installations like refineries, railway bridges, railway stations and airports are also under special attention.

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constantly backed by CRPF, SSB and police commando units. River police have also been pressed for constant patrolling of river routes in and around the city, he added. Security forces are reportedly also fanning into the dense jungles along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border in Tinsukia, the Assam-Nagaland border

IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR, NAGALAND

TICHIPAMI COMMUNITY DIMAPUR

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IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR, NAGALAND

S/C No. 5/18

NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE UNDER PART-1 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925.

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late Donthanglian has been applied by Smti. Aguiru, W/o Lt. Donthanglian R/o H.No 21 Ward 4, Ragailong Colony, Burma, Dimapur, Nagaland for possession of : (1) Pension benefits. (2) Salary Debts, Bank Account(s). who expired on 19-12-2017.

Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may if she/he so desire appear in this court on or before the said day of 15th Feb' 18.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this 15th Jan' 18.

(S. Hukato Swu), Principal District and Sessions Judge Dimapur : Nagaland DP-835

Regd. No : 24/11

AFFIDAVIT

Dated : 19/1/18

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late Neichutso Angami has been applied by Smti. Toribeni Angami, W/o Lt. Neichutso Angami R/o H.No 160, Ward No. 5, Chumukedima, Dimapur, Nagaland for possession of : (1) Pension benefits - Leave encashment, GPF, GIS, Gratuity, Family Pension.

(2) SBI A/C No. 32895711916 who expired on 30.12.2017.

Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may if she/he so desire appear in this court on or before the said day of 23rd Feb' 18.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this 23rd Jan' 18.

(S. Hukato Swu) Principal District and Sessions Judge Dimapur : Nagaland DP-793

I, Smti. Imsujungla Phom permanent resident of Yangnyah village in the District of Longleng, State :- Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm on oath and declare as follows :1. That, I am citizen of India by birth and resident of the above mentioned Address.

2. That, in all my Documents my name has been recorded and reflected as Imsujungla Phom WHEREAS due to ignorance and clerical mistake my name has been entered and recorded as L. Imsujungla Phom in my Bank Pass book.

3. That, this Affidavit is made to declare that the name Imsujungla Phom and L. Imsujungla Phom refers to same and one person only that is me 'Imsujungla Phom'.

4. That, this affidavit is made to declare that when the name Imsujungla Phom and L. Imsujungla Phom appears it should be read, corrected and understood as "Imsujungla Phom'.

5. That, the statements made in para 1 to 4 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing immaterial has been made or concealed therein.

And I sign this Affidavit on this the 18th January 2018 at Longleng, Nagaland.

Deponent Solemnly sworn in and declare before me by the above named Deponent on this the 18th January 2018 at Longleng, Nagaland.

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AFFIDAVIT (FOR CHANGE OF SURNAME)

AFFIDAVIT (FOR CHANGE OF SURNAME)

I, Smti. Moakala Changkiri aged about 29 years, D/o, Shri. Lima Changkiri, resident of Medziphema Town, H/No. 68, Ward No-3, District Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm on oath and declare as under :1. That, I am an Indian citizen by birth as such I am competent to swear this Affidavit.

2. That, previously I was called and known as Smti. Moakala Changkija and the same name has been entered and recorded in all my Official documents and other Certificates.

3. That, I would like to change my Surname from Changkija to Changkiri.

4. That, my Father's name as Lima Changkija has been entered and recorded in all my Official and other documents. Now my father's name shall be used and read as Lima Changkiri, instead of Lima Changkija, for all purposes.

5. That, henceforth my name and my father's name shall be called and known as Smti.

Moakala Changkiri, D/o Shri. Lima Changkiri in all Official and other intent.

6. That, the statements set forth above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and nothing has been concealed therein.

I signed this affidavit on this the 17th day of Oct' 2017, at Dimapur Deponent Sworn before me.

Regd. No. 1441/17, Date : 17/10/17 DP-807(C) Notary Public

I, Smti. Sentirenla Changkiri aged about 28 years, D/o, Shri. Lima Changkiri, resident of Medziphema Town, H/No. 68, Ward No-3,District Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm on oath and declare as under :1. That, I am an Indian citizen by birth as such I am competent to swear this Affidavit.

2. That, previously I was called and known as Smti. Sentirenla Changkija and the same name has been entered and recorded in all my Official documents and other Certificates.

3. That, I would like to change my Surname from Changkija to Changkiri.

4. That, my Father's name as Lima Changkija has been entered and recorded in all my Official and other documents. Now my father's name shall be used and read as Lima Changkiri, instead of Lima Changkija, for all purposes.

5. That, henceforth my name and my father's name shall be called and known as Smti.

Sentirenla Changkiri, D/o Shri. Lima Changkiri in all Official and other intent.

6. That, the statements set forth above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and nothing has been concealed therein.

I signed this affidavit on this the 17th day of Oct' 2017, at Dimapur Deponent Sworn before me.

Regd. No. 1442/17, Date : 17/10/17 DP-807(A) Notary Public

NOTICE

S/C No. 12/18

NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE UNDER PART-1 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018

AAP MLAs’ disqualification: High Court restrains EC on bypoll announcement

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS): The Delhi High Court on Wednesday restrained the Election Commission from announcing bypolls till Monday to 20 Delhi Assembly seats in the wake of the disqualification of 20 AAP MLAs for holding office of profit as Parliamentary Secretaries.

“Don’t take precipitative steps that will aggravate the situation,” Justice Vibhu Bakhru said, adding the court will hear the grievances of these since-disqualified 20 AAP MLAs in detail on January 29.

The court, however, refused to stay the impugned notification on the disqualification and listed the matter for hearing on Monday (January 29).

It also asked the Election Commission, Centre, Delhi government and complainant-lawyer Prashant Patel to file their responses to the AAP MLAs’ challenge to the notification.

The cour t rejected the Election Commission’s submission that the case must be heard by a Division Bench instead of a single Judge to save time. Eight AAP MLAs on Tuesday

AAP MLAs outside Delhi high court on Wednesday. moved the High Court to challenge the disqualifying notification.

The counsel for the Aam Aadmi Party MLAs told the court that the notification is a “gross violation of natural justice because the Election Commission decided the matter in undue haste and without affording and giving any opportunity of fair hearing to the petitioners”. They pleaded that the action was contrary to Article 14 of the Constitution of India, ultra vires, void ab initio, and an attack on the basic fabric of democracy. The ruling party’s disqualified legislators said that the EC

action is bad in the eyes of law and completely affected by the vice of arbitrariness and its failure to adhere to the enshrined principle of rule of natural justice.

“The failure to give an opportunity of hearing has gravely prejudiced the petitioners and their civil rights have been seriously affected,” the plea said.

Sunil Arora, appointed the Election Commissioner after Syed Nasim Ahmad Zaidi’s retirement, never had any occasion to deal with the matter or to understand the facts of the case, the petitioners told the court.

The complainant, Prashant Patel, failed to

produce any prima facie material on record to show that any profit was derived or pecuniary advantage taken by them, they contended.

Their counsel said there was nothing on record to show that any of the ingredients was made out against the AAP MLAs for holding an office of profit.

Following an Election Commission recommendation to President Ram Nath Kovind, the Law and Justice Ministry on Saturday issued a notification that the President had okayed the disqualification of the 20 MLAs. The disqualified MLAs are Alka Lamba, Adarsh Shastri, Sanjeev Jha, Rajesh Gupta, Kailash Gahlot, Vijendra Garg, Praveen Kumar, Sharad Kumar, Madan Lal Khufiya, Shiv Charan Goyal, Sarita Singh, Naresh Yadav, Rajesh Rishi, Anil Kumar, Som Dutt, Avtar Singh, Sukhvir Singh Dala, Manoj Kumar, Nitin Tyagi, and Jarnail Singh. Eight of them have requested the court to quash the EC’s opinion dated January 19 and an official gazette notification dated January 20 published on January 21.

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SC no to SIT probe into attack on JNU’s Kanhaiya

PM Modi pressurising CBI to not probe Sohrabuddin case: Cong

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed a 2016 petition seeking a SIT probe into an assault on then JNU Students Union President Kanhaiya Kumar when he was produced at a court here.

Kanahiya Kumar was assaulted by lawyers at the Patiala House court on February 15 and 17 that year while he was in police custody.

Observing that “we can’t flog a dead horse to life”, Justice Ranjan Gogoi and Justice R. Banumathi dismissed the plea by lawyer Kamini Jaiswal, who also sought initiation of contempt proceedings against two lawyers involved in the attack.

“We don’t think we will flog a dead horse to life,” Justice Gogoi said, brushing aside plea by counsel Prashant Bhushan that “if this kind of incidents go unpunished... and it involves contempt of court.”

“Forget it... constituting a SIT (Special Investigation Team)... we don’t think we will. We don’t think there is contempt,” Justice Gogoi said.

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS): The Congress on Wednesday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of “pressuririsng” the CBI to not carry out proper investigation into the alleged staged shootout case of Sohrabuddin Sheikh, in which BJP President Amit Shah was discharged by a lower court in December 2014.

“Before coming to power in 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi always questioned the impartiality of the CBI,” Congress leader Ratanjit Pratap Narain Singh told media here.

He said that in the last three and half years, the way in which the “CBI has been politically used and controlled by the Prime Minister’s Office is visible to every one in the country”.

Hitting out at the investigative agency, Singh said, “It is unprecedented in the country’s judicial history that the CBI has refused to file an appeal in a case involving a president of the ruling political party as an accused.”

The Congress leader was referring to the Special CBI court decision of discharging the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President

Ratanjit Pratap Narain Singh in the 2005 fake encounter case.

“And now the CBI is opposing a petition which challenges a politically motivated decision not to challenge a lower court order discharging Shah,” he alleged.

“These two instances bring out the stark truth of direct interference of the Prime Minister using CBI as a tool to defeat the ends of justice,” the Congress leader alleged.

The Congress leader said that in September 2012 the Supreme Court moved the trial to Mumbai and directed that the trial be heard by the same judge from start to finish.

“But when the BJP came to power in May 2014, within a month in contravention to the Supreme Court’s orders, J.T. Utpat

was transferred on June 25, 2014 through an administrative order.

He said that after Utpat was transferred, B.H. Loya came at his place and he died on December 1, 2014.

He said that the death of Judge Loya has raised a number of questions and it also raises eyebrow on the government. “Questions has been raised against the ruling party’s President as three judges has been appointed in that case,” he said.

Firing salvos at Modi, Singh said, “If you don’t have any fear then why aren’t you allowing the case and investigation to proceed?”

Western Railway installs sanitary pads BJP MLA demands separate Vidarbha state dispensers, incinerators for female staff

Western Railways install sanitary pad dispensers for its women employees.

Donated by the WRWWO, the first of the coinoperated machines was inaugurated at the Western Railway (WR) headquarters at Churchgate, and all the Divisional Headquarters at Mumbai Central (Maharashtra), Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Bhavnagar (Gujarat) and Ratlam (Madhya

any hitch,” he told the media here.

“Since the issue comes under the Centre’s jurisdiction, I request Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take a decision before the Lok Sabha elections.”

Ashish Deshmukh is son of Ranjeet Deshmukh, former Maharashtra Minister and former President of the Maharashtra Congress.

The Shiv Sena, the BJP’s alliance partner in Maharashtra, has always been a fierce opponent of a separate Vidarbha, making it difficult for the BJP to speak on the issue openly.

“Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Union Transport Minis-

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REGISTRATION OF VENDORS FOR LOCAL PURCHASE OF MEDICINES/ SURGICAL CONSUMABLES/LABORATORY KIT & CONSUMABLES/RADIOLOGY CONSUMABLES/MEDICAL GASES AND EQUIPMENTS FOR FY-2018-2019 Applications are invited for fresh registration along with certified copies of following documentsi) Drug license ii) Registration cert. and photo of shop iii) Proof of ownership with photo iv) TIN/PAN/GST No. v) Authorization cert. of firms vi) Latest Income Tax Cert. vii) Proof of Govt./Institute supplier viii) Undertaking to supply at a short notice ix) Address/ Phone No./ e-mail ID x) Notary affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper xi) Necessary registration for e-procurement xii) Three specimen signatures on your letter pad xiii) Bank details with blank contractor bill with name of bank and IFSC code.

Vendors desirous of participating will have to apply to the Commanding Officer, 165 Mil Hosp, C/O 99 APO, by 15 Feb 2018, on an application letter pad, specifying the particular category.

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and it was supported by the BJP during its National Executive in Bhubneshwar in 1996, Deshmukh said.

Former Lok Sabha member from Maharashtra Nana Patole had quit the BJP last month over the twin issues of Vidarbha and farmers’ distress.

“I am hopeful that the BJP would take a decision soon as it has a majority government at the Centre. I

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER NAGALAND, KOHIMA.

Dated Kohima the 25th January 2018.

THE 8TH NATIONAL VOTERS’ DAY MESSAGE VISITING UROLOGIST

Applications are invited for the post of HINDI teacher to teach Hindi in higher section classes at Neingulie Memorial High School, Khermahal, Dimapur.

Required Qualification : Graduate in Hindi Interested candidates having required qualifications and well known about NBSE syllabus in higher section classes may submit their bio-data along with relevant documents and passport photo on or before 30/1/2018.

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ter Nitin Gadkari have been staunch supporters of Vidarbha state, so they should follow up the matter with the central government,” Deshmukh added.

He expressed surprise over the silence maintained by these leaders and the BJP over the issue.

Unlike Purvanchal, Bundelkhand, Bodoland, the demand of Vidarbha was about five decades old

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Mumbai, Jan 24 (IANS): In an unique initiative, the Wester n Railway (WR) Women’s Welfare Organisation (WRWWO) has installed sanitary napkin dispensers and incinerators for female staff at all its major offices on the network, a top official said here on Wednesday.

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“These incinerators will not only ensure quick disposal of used napkins but also contribute to maintain proper hygiene levels among the women employees,” said Ravinder Bhakar, WR Chief PRO. On inserting the used napkin in the provided chamber and switching on, it will automatically attain the requisite temperature and convert it into ashes and control the ill-effects of conventional or casual modes of disposal, besides contributing to the ‘Clean India-Green India’ drive, he added.

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS): A day after the Shiv Sena announced its decision to go solo in the Lok Sabha elections, Maharashtra BJP legislator Ashish Deshmukh on Wednesday raised the demand for a Vidarbha state, saying the obstacle to it is gone.

Deshmukh said he could go to the extent of quitting the party if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) failed to fulfil its promise of carving out a Vidarbha state from Maharashtra.

“Shiv Sena had become ‘gale ki haddi’ in granting the statehood to Vidarbha.

Now that it has decided to break the alliance, the BJP can form the state without

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WORKS & HOUSING DEPARTMENT (ESTABLISHMENT BRANCH)

e-mai:whestbranch@gmail.com

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Dated Kohima the 22nd Jan. 2018

MEMORANDUM Sub- Tentative Seniority list of Junior Engineer under NPWD as on January 2018

A tentative seniority List of Junior Engineers (Degree/Diploma & Certificate holder) under Nagaland Public Works Department as on January 2018 is hereby circulated for informaton of all concerned as per the list enclosed.

Any objection/claim against entries in the list should be submitted through a representation supported by documentary proof, phone number and present place of posting to the Commissioner & Secretary, Works & Housing within 30 (thirty) days from the date of issue of this memorandum.

If no representation is received within the stipulated time, this seniority list will be treated as final.

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Sd/BENDANGKOKBA Commissioner & Secretary to the Government of Nagaland

Nagaland too, along with the rest of the country, celebrates its 8th National Voters’ Day today, in the state capital Kohima and in all headquarters of Election Districts and in the constituency levels under the theme ‘Accessible Elections’. The state level NVD is being celebrated at the Capital Convention Centre, Kohima with Sri Pankaj Kumar, IAS, Chief Secretary to the Government of Nagaland as Chief Guest in presence of AHoDs / Heads of security organizations like 164 Territorial Army (Naga), Assam Rifles, 93rd Bn. BSF, CRPF, 15 BRTF, Rajya Sainik Board, NCC Group Hqs, and Scouts & Guides, political parties, NGOs and the election machineries. Among others, the Millennium Voters (born on 1/1/2000), newly registered voters, winners of various events shall be felicitated on the day. Heads of Departments also would organize brief NVD functions in respective offices and, inter alia, share the NVD Message of the Chief Election Commissioner of India and undertake NVD Pledges by the citizens.

On this day the Election Commission was founded in 1950, the National Voters’ Day is held with the objective to increase enrolment of voters, by using the occasion to make universal adult franchise a complete reality and thereby enhance the quality of Indian democracy. The day is also utilized to spread awareness among voters regarding effective participation in the electoral process. In this regard, the newly registered voters are felicitated in a ceremony to inculcate in them a commitment to democratic electoral process which would lead to greater participation. The day also serves as a reminder to all other eligible electors in the polling areas towards their responsibility to participate in the electoral process.

The Election Commission has set an action plan to achieve following goals in the next two decades: (a) Increasing electoral participation through voter registration and turnout, (b) Increasing qualitative participation in terms of ethical and informed voting and (c) Providing continuous electoral and democracy education to the people.

Hence, on this day, pursuing the above goals, the Election Department also gives special focus on all the eligible citizens particularly people from marginalized groups and segments, Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), Third Gender, Service Voters and Non Resident Indians (NRIs), domestic migrant labourers besides women and youth to come forward to register their names in the electoral roll and exercise their franchise.

Going by the theme ‘Empowering the Young and Future Voters’ of the 7th National Voters’ Day celebration 2017, the Commission has carried out the ‘Interactive School Engagement’ in January and August 2017. Through this an awakening programme was held with 12 schools involving around 6956 students belonging to the age group of 14 to 17 years in Nagaland.

From November 2017 onwards till 15th January 2018, the Commission has conducted the National Elections Quiz in the country and Nagaland also has actively participated. Two young students of Ministers’ Hill Baptist Higher Secondary School, Kohima, won the state level competition and represented the state in the semi final held in Delhi and performed well although they could not win it.

Mainstreaming of electoral literacy as part of curriculum for schools, colleges and universities by the Commission is in progress. The Electoral Literacy Clubs have to be formed in the educational institutes to function as the seat of learning through hands on experience and would serve as a vibrant hub of Electoral Literacy for developing and strengthening the culture of electoral participation among young and future voters. On similar line, Voters’ Awareness Forum would be formed in offices of government departments and NGOs and PSUs in the coming months.

On this day awards are given to officers of states/ union territories that excel in promoting good Electoral Practices.

We appeal to all concerned to come forward and join hands with the Election Commission of India at national, state and district levels and make NVD a successful platform to serve the people better in the days / years to come.

Let the National Voters’ Day serve as a reminder to all eligible voters in the country of their responsibility to participate in the electoral process and let it also lead democratic electoral process that leads to greater participation.

Today, as we celebrate the 8th National Voters’ Day, your participation and support to the department will go a long way in strengthening our resolve of making voter education and electoral awareness messages more accessible to the members of our public institutions and the masses.

On this day we once again make an appeal to all concerned including the Government machineries, leadership of Political Parties, NGOs and every citizen to rededicate themselves to pursue the objectives of greater participation as well as qualitative participation in terms of ethical and informed voting for a stronger democracy.

(ABHIJIT SINHA) IAS CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER, NAGALAND: KOHIMA DC-183

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Vol. XXVIII NO. 48 Dimapur, THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018

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Ban mentality

t has become a habitual practise in India, especially among politicians to demand a ban on anything that has been perceived as being against Indian culture or hurting the sentiments of some sections of people ; be it books, paintings, movies, certain women’s dresses and where they should go and when etc. The latest victim of the Indian ban syndrome is the fiction film ‘Padmavati’ which has led to violence in the cow belt. Even before the film was released or even certified by the Central Board of Film Certification(CBFC), so-called ‘fringe elements’ like the Karni Sena led violent protests and demanded a ban on the film.

As a way out five cuts, a disclaimer, and a change of the very name of the film-from ‘Padmavati’ to ‘Padmavat’- was made in order to facilitate its screening. Earlier Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and Gujarat had said they will not screen Padmaavat in the states, before the Supreme Court set aside their orders on January 18. When the Supreme Court had rejected any ban , Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh again pleaded with the apex court to allow the state governments not to permit screening of the film due to law and order problem. The Supreme Court on January 24, rejected the pleas of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh government who had sought a ban on the release of Bollywood period drama, Padmaavat ahead of Padmaavat’s release. Earlier for the third time the Supreme Court turned down a request to ban “Padmavati” in November. Rebuking Chief Ministers and others who have spoken out against the film, the apex court said “those holding public offices should not comment on such issues.” The group that had led these protests, the Karni Sena, also asked the top court to ban the film saying its makers twisted history. “Padmavati” has been opposed by several top politicians who say that the film cannot be allowed to “distort history” and offend the sentiments of Hindu groups. The ban syndrome is a mild form of Talibanism and does not hide the fact that Indians love to call for ban because it is a society of prejudices. It is also a staple of Indian political culture which also reflects the mindsets of some people who seem to think they have the authority to ban what someone else is saying or doing and that there should be a law against it. That ban is being seen as “the common solutions to many perceived problems” is totally bereft of facts and the list of which is long. Why is it that Indian society is so quick to jump on to the ban bandwagon? Perhaps the clue lies in the belief that ban is simpler than actually addressing the problem. Since empowerment of public is a long and tedious process involving a wide spectrum of society; politicians and hoodlums have decided that they ought to set the rules for public conduct and morality. When politicians have nothing to show as achievement, they either go on renaming roads and places or take a high moral ground on issues such a demanding a ban on anything they consider as not in the interest of Indian culture. There is a need for an informed and fair debate and not to allow sentiments to overrule sane judgments.

DailyDevotion

God’s Overpowering Purpose

I have appeared to you for this purpose…

—Acts 26:16 The vision Paul had on the road to Damascus was not a passing emotional experience, but a vision that had very clear and emphatic directions for him.

And Paul stated, “I was not disobedient to the heavenly vision” (Acts 26:19). Our Lord said to Paul, in effect, “Your whole life is to be overpowered or subdued by Me; you are to have no end, no aim, and no purpose but Mine.” And the Lord also says to us, “You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go…” (John 15:16).

When we are born again, if we are spiritual at all, we have visions of what Jesus wants us to be. It is important that I learn not to be “disobedient to the heavenly vision” — not to doubt that it can be attained. It is not enough to give mental assent to the fact that God has redeemed the world, nor even to know that the Holy Spirit can make all that Jesus did a reality in my life. I must have the foundation of a personal relationship with Him. Paul was not given a message or a doctrine to proclaim. He was brought into a vivid, personal, overpowering relationship with Jesus Christ. Acts 26:16 is tremendously compelling “…to make you a minister and a witness….”

There would be nothing there without a personal relationship. Paul was devoted to a Person, not to a cause. He was absolutely Jesus Christ’s. He saw nothing else and he lived for nothing else. “For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified” (1 Corinthians 2:2).

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If we ever forget that we are One Nation Under God, then we will be a nation gone under. ~ Ronald Reagan

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018

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What goes around Northeast polls: Keenly comes around watched with rapt attention O

018 assembly elections in three Northeast states—Tripura (Feb 18), Nagaland and Meghalaya (Feb 29) and the results on March 3 are being watched with rapt attention. Why should people across the country are keen with bated breath about the 2018 Northeast assembly elections? The reasons are obvious that the Bhartaya Janata Paraty (BJP) is all out this time to unseat the entrenched ruling parties in all the three states. It is determined to wipe out Congress Party from the very face of Northeast and certainly would be posing serious challenges even to CPI-M. The reason being CPI-M Government in Tripura, the bastion of the Left for many years, the NPF’s stranglehold over Nagaland and the Congress rule in Meghalaya irk the BJP as it has made solid imprint in about 18 states of India—never by any political party thus far.

Saffron has penetrated in most parts of India. BJP this time is bent on pitching the saffron flag in Northeast, after securing Assam from the Congress. Its grand plan is to erase its formidable rival Congress from Northeast—via NPP and two other regional alliance partners though NPP denies its alliance. In Nagaland, BJP is going to fight the elections against its own oldest ally, the ruling NPF, by fielding ex-CM Rio as the joint candidate of the fledging NDPP and BJP. In Tripura, it’s going to a direct fight between the Red and Saffron. BJP and RSS are quite serious about it. It is going to be a litmus test for the BJP and the opposing political parties. It’s interesting to note that BJP with far-right ideological tenets believes in Hindu Rashtra and to realize that BJP has been engaged in the politics of polarization, whereas the Left and the Congress

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ecently, a lot has been discussed about the disparity of income within the population of India. The story has been all over the news wires- prompting the national news outlets to discuss this matter fiercely.

A recent sur vey showed that the wealth of 1% of India’s population increased by over Rs 20.9 lakh crore - 73% of the wealth generated in the country, while 67 crore citizens, comprising the country’s poorest half, saw their wealth rise by just 1%. On the face of it, this seems unfair. As they discussed this on a news channel, some suggested this must be addressed “somehow”. These are dangerous waters we are wading into.

One percent of India represents approximately 1 crore 34 lakh people.

This is not a set group of people except a few insanely wealthy families.

Many move into the 1%, many move out of the 1% every year. Anybody, with hard work, determination, intelligence and the hand of providence on their side has the possibility of seeing themselves in this 1%.

The 1% cornered 73% of the income generated in the country. How is wealth generated? By providing goods and services that other people find valuable.

If you provide a good or service that people find valuable, people will pay

believes in integration and accommodation. The battle is clearly poised for all sorts of narratives.

However, it’s intriguing to watch how the ensuing polls would be fought in view of the fact that Nagaland is basically a state with majority of population subscribe to Christianity; Meghalaya has a sizable Christian population and Tripura tows the line of left politics. BJP-RSS will bring to the fore and try to play its cards to woo the Christian fold with all sorts of incentives and interpretation. BJP-RSS in order to infiltrate will have to align with regional parties and also pose to the electorates that they are not antagonistic towards the Christians and minorities.

In tune to this, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in its mega rally held on the 21st projected itself as an organization which accepts diverse cultures. Targeting the population of the Northeast strategically, the RSS categorically affirmed that they believe in diverse cultures in that mega rally that the Luitporia Hindu Samavesha, organized by RSS at Khanepara ground in Guwahati where many tribal leaders across Northeast along with BJP ministers and other dignitaries were present.

In that rally, it has been estimated that about 40,000 RSS volunteers were present. Upon the arrival of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, RSS prayers were chanted, followed by an anthem of North Assam RSS unit was sung which means “We are the Hindu of Brahmaputra” and urged everyone to learn the practices of Sangh. He added that “The Sangh’s strength is not to scare or dominate anybody; it is for social clauses … As a nation-state we have the right to enlightenment to the struggling world. The time is rife for it. It may seem

for it and you will reap the profits of the services you provided.

The problem here is not that the 1% is getting richer, the problem is the connected implication, without evidence, that something bad has happened. These rich people are somehow, in an evil way, getting the money that should be going to the poor. They did not steal this money, they worked for it, well, at least most of them did at least. This approx. 1.34 crore people of India provide us with mobile connectivity, steel, iron, cement, the food we eat, vehicles etc. We buy them voluntarily, because we either see value in them or need them.

When you voluntarily buy a car, has anything bad happened to anyone? You bought a car that you were willing to pay the price the company asked for. You got a car, the owner of the company made some money off of you, so did the people who are paid to facilitate the transfer of the car -- managers, sales people, the person who drove the car from the company to the showroom etc. A lot of people buy cars from the same company, and the owner of the company made money from all of them.

Now should I turn around and say to the owner of the company “How come you have so much money when so many are poor?”

In essence, this is pointing at a beggar and

difficult and impossible to some, but with efforts and self-discipline, we can achieve these goals.”

The RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said the unbelievable as believable by highlighting the country’s diversity while concluding: “Accept and respect all diversity. This is how human life is accomplished! …

Which led us to welcome more and more people; nature protected us and blessed us with abundance.”

One is awestruck by these narratives whether to believe or not! Some time ago he said that “Anybody living in India is a Hindu”. Known for far-right Hindu fundamentalism and rooted in translating India to Hindu Rashtra via Hindu nationalism suddenly switching his gears by highlighting the ethos of diversity and oneness of all evokes lots of query and suspicion. The political climate in India is such that cow slaughter and love jihad have been the popular themes of campaign for Hindutva groups for some time now along with another bogey vis-à-vis religious conversion—has come back with vengeance and renewed vigor. There have been spates of attack on minorities, congregations, evangelists, priests, nuns and others particularly in BJP-ruled states.

As the Assembly elections are fast approaching in the three most important states of Northeast, RSS has taken the lead and is in the forefront by soft peddling the Hindutva polity, instead blowing the concept of diversity and oneness, so that there won’t be any backlash.

This is why the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat is making such narratives which would convince the electorates. BJP and RSS are known for their double talk.

In order to win the three states, the BJP and RSS can go to any extent of stat-

ing lies and spreading fake news. On one side, BJP-RSS say no beef eating, now cow slaughter, majoritarianism, Hindu culture, Hindu Raj, Christmas not to be declared as a holiday, imposing one language and dress code, while on the other, Mohan Bhagwat, all of a sudden talks about “Accept and respect all diversity. This is how human life accomplished”. Alas, it’s coming out from the Chief of RSS. Shouldn’t the electorates be cautious? RSS-BJP by and large fails to walk the talk.

Seldom have they walked the talk.

As against this backdrop, the three states in the Northeast are going to polls. The electorates have always been wise and matured. They make the Indian democracy stronger and functional because of their calculated and matured decisions. The beauty of democracy reflects the way the electorates elect their representatives and governments. Undoubtedly, the assembly elections in the three Northeast states would certainly be a curtain raiser, not only for the region, but for subsequent state elections that are due in other states and beyond. The results would unfold new permutations and combinations. Political parties may think that the voters tend to forget as their memory is short, but fail to recognize that the electorates vividly remember while choosing the party and candidates as they cast their votes—the good works as well unfulfilled promises.

One should not succumb to pressures and lures at any cost nor sell their souls/conscience for paltry benefits. Votes do decide people’s destiny, their future and the type of governance they want. Rainbow Republic exhibits and thus endorses plurality, accommodation and co-existence.

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Income inequality

asking a shopkeeper why he should have so much when the beggar has nothing. The danger with this line of thinking is that the next step here is forced altruism via legislation to force the shopkeeper to give money to the beggar.

There is a false image in the minds of the general public about CEOs of multinational companies. We tend to think they go to office whenever the fancy strikes, light a cigar, make themselves an expensive drink, order their minions around and make a lot of money. This is patently untrue. They do not become rich, or stay rich by living like that. Nobody does.

They tend to be sociopaths who work eleven to twelve hours a day, sometimes even more, and sacrifice their social and even family lives to accomplish, maintain and increase their levels of wealth. They are constantly worried about dips in the market, employee satisfaction and attrition, customer satisfaction, competition, sales and profits, et alia.

You, right now, have the option to open a restaurant. If the people love the food you serve, your customer base will increase. If you find that people from the other end of town are coming regularly to eat your food, you might open a branch on the other side of town for customer convenience.

Later you find people from another town are coming

to your restaurant regularly, you might open another branch in that town.

Soon you have a chain of restaurants and you are making good money although your social life may be shot. At what point did you become a bad person?

Was it when you were earning 10000 a month?

Or maybe one lakh? Or 10 lakh? There is nothing wrong with you wanting build something profitable to leave as a legacy and as security for your children. There is nothing wrong with accomplishing it either.

T h e o t h e r d ay, I watched the TV in bewilderment as they discussed how much charity the Tatas, Birlas and the like, gave. This is none of our business. It is their money and they can spend it or not as they please.

As an example, in the strictly economic sense, Reliance owner and CEO, Mukesh Ambani does more for India than, say, any world famous social worker. Reliance employs 2,50,000 people. Potentially, 2,50,000 homes earn money from Mukesh Ambani earning money. Not to mention the indirect employment of daily labourers and “mobile topup” shops.

This discussion of “Income inequality” reflects the stand of Democratic candidate hopeful Bernie Sanders for the last US election cycle. It whipped people, especially young people, up into a

ne day a certain king is said to have slapped his Minister in the palace for no obvious reason. Shocked by the unexpected behaviour of the king, the Minister dared not utter a word back to the emperor. So he transferred his pain and anger on to another Minister seated next to him and gave him a big slap. In the same way the next Minister also slapped another Minister and the chain reaction went on and on.

At the close of the day, as the king prepared to retire for the night, a painful slap landed on his face from his wife. In his fit of fury, as he turned around to lash out his anger, the queen smiled back and explained that she was just concluding the game the king himself had started in the palace with his Minister. She told the king that unless he wanted to restart the game, the first round was over. To be fair, the king had to go by the rule of the game. Lesson learnt: “What goes around comes around.”

If the recent poll figure of NBC/Wall Street Journal for the US President Donald Trump means anything, he will go down in history as the most unpopular President in modern American history. The maverick American President has just completed his first year in office, and yet one year is long enough to prove what a person can deliver. Donald Trump is an individual but as the CEO of his country, he represents the expectation and aspiration of the American society. So it only goes to explain that the present American society is the most unpopular electorate in modern history. After all who made Donald Trump the President? His own countrymen!

What about Nagaland? How popular are our elected representatives? If they are popular, they are popular for all the

wrong reasons. History will remember the present Nagaland State Legislative Assembly as the most divided house.

It is a mockery to claim that Nagaland is run by an oppositionless government when in reality the makeshift house under whose roof they claim oneness is nothing but a contingent arrangement purely for personal and political expediency.

Come the general state election and they will be shown the mirror.

In democracy power is in the hands of the people.

If people don’t vote, there will be no government. If they vote, the kind of government that will run the affair of the people will be the reflection of the wish and wisdom of the people.

That is why, on the judgement day, we who exercise our franchise to elect our leaders will be accountable for our own action. Barely a couple of months left in our hands before we go to the poll, if election takes place as announced, one should know that the kind of government that we wish to see is all in our hands. To return to our own vomit like a dog or to start on a clean slate, the choice is ours.

Before we try to point out the dirt in someone else’s eyes like the previous years, this time we should make a point to first remove the log in our own eyes. Whether one is willing to admit or not we only get what we give. Put to an end the old blame game of yesteryears and turn a new leaf as we stand at the threshold of new opportunity. May we be remembered by history as a generation that understood the true meaning of democracy and exercised our birthright for the welfare and common good of the Naga society. God bless Nagaland.

Rümatho Nyusou, Meluri

frenzy. Now there is a sub-culture in the US that firmly believes rich people are somehow evil and they are taking away all the money that should go to the poor. Sanders, I believe, is a good and honest man, but I disagree vehemently with his views on the economy. The sometimes painful fact is that some people are bad with money, some aren’t, and so in a free market, some will

be rich, some poor. The rich will invest more and make more. Your level of wealth is decided by your circumstance, ability, skill and opportunity. These are the four things that must be addressed if we want to see the poor making more money instead of stepping back and pointing the finger of accusation on the people who make a lot of money.

Samuel Dimapur

Reader’s Post

Sir,

Personal opinion on 2018 elections

I would like to suggest some opinions to the Naga citizens in general regarding the upcoming general election of 2018.

Even as the Election Commission of India has declared the 2018 elections to be held as scheduled, there are still some civil organisations stressing on “solution before election”. It is a known fact that no body of organisation can go against the constitution of India.

In Nagaland, we can see that there are various recognised national political parties as well as regional parties and within which, there are a few regional parties that are un-recognised, yet registered under the Election Commission of India. In this context, I would like to request all the political parties to come together in mutual understanding before issuing their respective party tickets and approach the India government for negotiations on the Naga political issue before the election is held.

I feel that our demand for a separate interim body will be met earlier if all political parties come together on common ground of understanding.

“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you”. Matt 7:7. God Bless Us All H. Hotongse Sangtam, President UNDP, Nagaland

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

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018

Rajiv Gandhi case: Serious issues raised, says SC; seeks CBI’s reply

NEW DELHI, JAN 24 (AGENCIES): The Supreme Court on Wednesday termed as “serious” and “debatable” the questions raised by a convict in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case and asked the CBI to respond to his plea seeking recall of the apex court’s May 1999 order upholding his conviction.

The apex court issued notice to the CBI and asked it to file its response within three weeks on the application filed by convict A G Perarivalan, who was initially awarded death sentence in the case which was later commuted to life term.

He has sought recall of the apex court’s May 1999 order upholding his conviction saying he was not aware of the conspiracy.

A bench comprising Justices Ranjan Gogoi and R Banumathi, which posted the matter for hearing on February 21, also indicated that it could refer the matter

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to a larger bench.

Former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated on the night of May 21, 1991 at Sriperumbudur in Tamil Nadu by a woman suicide bomber, identified as Dhanu, at a poll rally.

Fourteen others, including Dhanu herself, were also killed.

Gandhi’s assassination was perhaps the first case of suicide bombing which had claimed the life of a highprofile global leader.

In its May 1999 order, the top court had upheld the death sentence of four convicts - Perarivalan, Murugan, Santham and Nalini in the assassination case.

In April 2000, Tamil Nadu governor commuted the death sentence of Nalini on the basis of state government’s recommendation and an appeal by former Congress president Sonia Gandhi.

On February 18, 2014, the top court had commuted the death sentence of Perarivalan to life imprisonment, along that of two other prisoners - Santhan and Murugan - on grounds of a delay of 11 years in deciding their mercy pleas by the Centre.

In his application, 45year-old Perarivalan has said that he was held guilty of supplying two nine-volt batteries which were allegedly used in the improvised explosive device (IED) that killed Gandhi. The reasons due to which his convic-

tion was sustained by the apex court would “vanish completely” in wake of the affidavit by V Thiagarajan, a former CBI officer, it said.

Thiagarajan, then a superintendent of police of CBI, had recorded Perarivalan’s confessional statement under the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act. The application claimed that in his affidavit the former CBI officer had stated that Perarivalan had expressly stated in his confessional statement that at the time of purchase of the batteries, he had absolutely no idea for what purpose these were going to be used.

During the hearing today, the bench told advocate Gopal Shankaranarayanan, representing Perarivalan, that the basis on which the convict was seeking reopening of investigation in the case was the larger conspiracy angle and the affidavit by the former CBI officer.

Kashmiri student apologises for viral train stunt video

Srinagar, Jan 24 (AGENCIES): A Kashmiri student has apologised for a viral video that showed him lying under a running train in Anantnag district earlier this month, and asked fellow-youngsters to refrain from attempting similar stunts.

“What I did was a mistake, and I have realised that,” said Adil Vaid, a college student from Bijbehara, in a second video released by the police. “I would like to advise everybody against trying to replicate my stunt.”

The video also featured Muzamil Qasim, a friend of Vaid who had shot the stunt. “I would also like to urge you against attempting such an act. It can lead to your death,” he said.

Anantnag senior superintendent of police Altaf Ahmed Khan said they counselled the youngsters extensively after the incident came to light. “We spoke to their parents too.

The two have apologised and promised to not repeat such dangerous stunts again,” he added.

Intermodal Terminal RSS-BJP denies Thakur to come up in Ghazipur statue vandalism controversy

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS): An Intermodal Terminal to be constructed at Uttar Pradesh’s Ghazipur at a cost of Rs 155 crore will be linked to both National Waterways-I or river Ganga and National Highway-19 - connecting Ghazipur to Patna - and help in movement of cargo, with options for both land and water transportation.

To be constructed by the Inland Waterways Authority of India, the foundation stone will be laid on Thursday by Union Minister for Road, Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari.

The terminal is part of the World Bank aided

‘Jal Marg Vikas Project’ on river Ganga, National Waterways-I, that aims to augment the navigational capacity of the river. “The intermodal terminal at Ghazipur will have linkage to both National Waterways-I or River Ganga and National Highway-19 (connecting Gazipur to Patna) which is just 650 metres away,” according to an official statement.

The benefits of the project will include, important and efficient movement of large and small cargo and will have options for both land and water transportation or the option for inter modal switching.

Darbhanga/Patna, Jan 24 (IANS): Soon after a report about the RSS and BJP workers allegedly painting former Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur’s statue “saffron” in Bihar’s Darbhanga appeared in the media on Wednesday, the pro-Hindutva outfits strongly refuted the claim.

Sanjay Saraogi, a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislator from Darbhanga town assembly constituency, said the Sangh Pariwar workers did not paint the statue of Karpoori Thakur saffron.

“Unlike what has been

reported by some media outlets, no such thing has happened. Why the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) or the BJP will paint (Karpoori Thakur’s statue) saffron?” he said.

S a n j ay a l s o s a i d that he had no information about a protest by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) over the issue, as claimed in the reports.

Earlier in the day, news reports said that upbeat over the two-day visit of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat to the city starting Tuesday, the Sangh and BJP activists had painted saffron a statue of veteran

socialist leader and twotime Chief Minister of Bihar Karpoori Thakur. The statue was said to be close to the programme venue of the Sangh chief.

“They turned the entire town saffron with flags, posters, banners, welcome arches and even painted the statue of Karpoori Thakur saffron to welcome the RSS chief on Tuesday,” a district police official was quoted as having said.

Avinash Kumar, an RSS leader in Darbhanga, said the Sangh had nothing to do with painting any statue saffron. “Why will we do anything like it?”

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Our conviction rate is 95%: NIA DG

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS): National Investigation Agency (NIA) Director General Y.C. Modi on Wednesday said that the conviction rate of his antiterrorism agency was 95 per cent as it managed to convict 167 accused in the 185 cases registered by it since its inception in 2009.

Addressing on the occasion of NIA Day in the memory of the agency’s first Director General Radha Vinod Raju, he said the agency has filed chargesheets in 148 of the 185 cases that include

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64 cases related to jihadi terrorism, 27 of separatism, 41 of terror funding and supply of fake Indian currency and 38 of other terrorist cases. Modi, a 1984-batch

IPS officer of the AssamMeghalaya cadre, also said that trial in 37 cases had been completed. “The 95 per cent conviction rate shows NIA’s meticulous skill of investigation. We are committed against terrorist activities with single motive to take action against terrorists,” Modi said. Recalling how NIA began functioning from two rooms in a hotel, Modi said the agency now has been working for few months in its own buildings recently constructed here and in Lucknow.

SP Kohima issues traffic regulations for R-Day

Dimapur: In view of the 69th Republic Day Celebration at Secretariat Plaza Kohima on January 26, the following traffic regulations will be enforced as part of the security arrangement.

1. Only vehicles with appropriate car passes will be allowed entry to the Secretariat Plaza.

2. Parking outside the main gate of the Secretariat plaza will be free for all public.

3. No vehicle including two wheeler will be allowed to be parked by the roadside

from 0600 hrs. onwards on 26/01/18, at the following routes; (a). From BSNL Telephone Exchange till Classic Island. (b). From Raj Bhavan till Classic Island. (c). From Classic Island till Assembly Secretariat via Razhü Point.

4. Heavy vehicles will not be allowed to ply from High School junction to Assembly Secretariat via Sanuoru subway during the Republic Day Programme except Govt. departmental

buses.

5. Heavy vehicles will not be allowed to ply in Kohima town till the programme is over. All loading and unloading of goods in Kohima town should be completed by 0600 hrs.

6. Heavy vehicles will not be allowed to be parked along the “D” Block road.

While anticipating positive co-operation from the public, the Police will tow away the defaulting vehicles and the charges will be borne by the vehicle owners.

PROGRAMME FOR CELEBRATION OF 69TH REPUBLIC DAY ON 26TH JANUARY, 2018 AT NAGALAND SECRETARIAT PLAZA, KOHIMA 0600 hrs

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PIPE BANDS : 1. PTS Brass Band 2. 9th Assam Rifles Pipe Band CULTURAL PRESENTATION 1. Angami Cultural Troupe, Kohima 2. Rengma Cultural Troupe, Kohima 3. Lotha Cultural Troupe, Kohima 4. Khiamniungan Cultural Troupe, Kohima

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TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Post – 2 Qualification : 10+2 Salary : 5,000/- to 7,000/MARKETING AGENT Post – 1 Qualification : 10+2 Salary : 5,000/- to 10,000/• Eligible/interested candidates may Call +91-7085057960 or email your resume to Manager@ramietech.in K-244

: Nagaland Contractors and Suppliers Union 2. Old Age Home (Near REILIT) : Kohima Press Club 3. Kohima Orphanage & Destitute Home : Hindu Kalyan Samithi 4. District Jail, Kohima : Puliebadze Club 5. Leprosy Hospital, Naga Bazar : Kuonuo Multi Purpose Society 6. State Mental Health Institute, : Gorkha Public Panchayat Aradura Hill 7. Children with Special Need of Jo : Nagaland Women Voluntary Foundation, Agri Colony Association 8. AIDS Hospice Mt. Gilead Home : Classic Club 9. Bright Morning Star Orphanage : Spikes Club Perizie (Near IG Stadium) 10. Youth Mission-Seikhazou : Royal Club

1430 hrs

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Inter ward Tug-of-War

1500 hrs

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Football Exhibition Match : Secretariat United Football Club Vs Nagaland Police

1600 hrs

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Prize Distribution.

1630 hrs

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Band Display

: Kohima Municipal Council.

1. PTS Brass Band 2. 9th Assam Rifles Pipe Band Beating of Retreat.

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No. 2405 Yesterday’s solution No. 2404

Govt. Recognized, Kohima ADMISSION GOING ON AFFORDABLE FEES Ph. No. 8132919208 7085190017 K-208

LAND FOR SALE at AOYIM

Rs. 100 per sq. ft 100x100 Vill Road Touched (No Broker)

Contact : 8794460191 9089911898

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PAYING GUEST KOHIMA

> Rooms available for Competitive Exam aspirants and working men.

Contact : 9077343299

Nepali Basti, Link Road

LAND FOR SALE

LAND FOR SALE

LAND FOR SALE *5 km from Zion Hospital *All JCB leveled with road approach and drainage Rate : Rs. 105/sq. ft.

Plots available from 4 lakhs onwards Loc : Bamunpukhuri-B (Behind Govt. Middle School) Call : 9436622166/8119054477

LAND FOR SALE

1. NUTON BOSTI 70 x 60 sq. ft.

2. SEITHEKE BASA (near Hope Academy) 27700 sq. ft.

(No Broker Please) Contact No : 7005634416

FOR SALE SCORPIO VLX BOLERO SLX BOLERO ZLX BOLERO GLX SWIFT D'ZIRE VXI HONDA JAZZ HONDA JAZZ A-STAR LXI ALTO K10 VXI ALTO K10 LXI ALTO LXI WAGON R VXI EECO VAN MARUTI 800 SUMO VICTA ALTO LX ALTO LXI MARUTI CAR MICRA FORD ENDEAVOUR XUV 500 XYLO GYPSY Auction

2013 2014 2016

Swift Dzire ZXI+ Automatic 2017 Sumo Victa DI 2011 i20 Elite 2016 Contact No : 9774715799

FOR SALE

MARUTI CAR - (800) Model : 2013 Colour : S. Silver Very good condition Price : Rs. 1.65 (Nego)

Contact No : 8974503435

FOR SALE MAHINDRA THAR CRDE

4WD for Urgent Sale Reg. Date : 11.10.2012 Price : 3.5 Lakhs (Nego)

LOST NOTICE

Brown WALLET belonging to R. Zanpenthung Ngullie, 12th NAP IR D-Coy containing ID Card, Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, SBI ATM Card has been lost on 21.01.2018 near West Police Station, Dimapur.

Contact : 7630914636

I, Miss Neiphre-ü, D/o Dziesebeituo of Teichüma Village under Kohima District, a residence of Zienuobadze, had lost my original Indigenous Certificate from Kohima Town area on 11/12/17.

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For Student and Working Ladies only with Free Wifi Contact : 9856187976 9856726185 DP-829(B)

Good Quality Labrador Puppies for Sale Contact : 9612156432

LAND FOR SALE Naga United Village

near 4th Mile Colony Road Touched 88x64 = 5632 sq. ft.

Dry land No Fill up Per sq. ft. Rs. 150 Contact No : 9862586625

LAND FOR SALE

1. 10 Bighas of Dry Land @ Padumpukhuri, Near Monday Bazar. Opp. Rengma Church.

2. 15 Bighas of Dry Land @ Chumukedima Near New DC Complex.

FOR SALE TATA WINGER

Rs. 1,50,000/- (Nego) Contact No : 7005036070 8732095210 DP-824

FOR SALE Gypsy Euro I

Contact : 9856251670 FOR SALE

ALTO LXI 2009 Silver 38000 Km Running WAGON R LXI 2008 Sky Blue 52000 Km Running.

Contact : 7005799530

FOR SALE Gypsy Modified Euro-I

Contact No : 9436012870 7085938239 DP-829(A)

LOST NOTICE Car Key with Black Leather Key Chain on 23rd Jan. around Purana Bazar Area.

Please contact : 9774346610 7085748748 DP-803

LOST NOTICE

FOR SALE

NL-07 56000 KM Price 3,70,000

APELO ENTERPRISE Notun Bosti Junction, Near Post Office Dimapur : Nagaland Deals in : Sales, Purchase and Exchange Contact : 9774715799

1. AG Colony Kohima, Main Road Side 50 x50 2. Seithekima 100 x 100 Contact: 8974464088 7005615919 K-236

Bolero VLX Top Model 2009

2012

Kuda 'C' Main Road (Half Nagarjan) Dimapur.

Contact No : 9615943721, 7005973055

FOR SALE

2012 2015 2009 2010 2011 2011 2011 2008 2012 2003 2005 2011 2004 2007 2007 2012 2012

Call : 8132837259 03862-237248

OLIVIA'S PG

5 Bighas (Per sq. ft. Rs. 110/-) Contact No. : 9856638187 9089059114 DP-831

LAND FOR SALE LAND FOR SALE

Between New Secretariat and New Medical College Kohima Sq. ft. 60 x 300 No Brokers Price : Negotiable Contact : 8794294278

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Bamunpukhri (B)

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Chumukedima 7 Mile

Female Senior Accountant required with experience of minimum 3 years in Accounts & Tally.

FOR SALE

SHOP FOR SALE

Contact No : 8132911026 9774741509 DP-833

Near Seiurzha Bazar Ward-8 (Nephrulie Colony) 8460 sq. ft. Rs. 13,60,000 Slightly Negotiable No Broker Ph : 9615514406/9436075671

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VACANCY

TEACHERS REQUIRED For English and Math

Contact No : 9612949723

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Contact : Ashish (09811909069) E-Mail CVs to career@connectcue.com

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MODERN DRIVING CENTRE

Time : 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

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Contact : 7005345538

For details, Call : 8131888820 9856188727

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B.Sc required for a School in Dimapur. B.Ed will be preferable.

(Graduate) : 2 Nos 2. Driver : 1 No For a Montessori School at 4th Mile, Diphupar.

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VACANCY

1. Asst. Teacher

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with Music 3rd Mile, Chekiye Block-III, H/No. 307 Limited Seats (8 Students only) Ph : 8787642332

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BILLA GIRLS HOSTEL

REQUIRED FRESHERS GRADUATE/UNDER GRADUATE For a leading MNC As Travel Consultants Excellent English Communication & Computer usage skills must Salary paid for training also

Contact : 9612785900

Price : Rs. 2.5 Lakhs (Negotiable) # 9436202650

FOR SALE MARUTI EECO A/C

Model : 2011 Running - 28,000 km Very good condition Price : Rs. 2.65 (Nego) Contact No : 8131836445

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WANTED

FOR SALE

FORTUNER (2010 Dec.) Price : 10.50 Lakhs (Nego)

SCORPIO S6+

Run : 9000 Km Price : 9.95 Lakhs (Nego) Contact No : 9856791924

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No. 8760 Yesterday’s solution No. 8759

Across 1 Herb for guru (4) 3 Time soon alters feelings (8) 9 Flavour I discern in a new starter for dinner (7) 10 Girl with nothing but a rope (5) 11 Container found in Manchester (5) 12 Pass over wild region (6) 14 Old Briton reportedly selected (6) 16 A politician before current unit (6) 19 Be successful with peg that’s left behind (2,4) 21 House badly located in Virginia (5) 24 Drunkard in Mozart opera (5) 25 Refer to one in French resort (7) 26 Buy tea bag outside (8) 27 Old silver found by Miliband (4) Down 1 Painting with rollers, perhaps? (8) 2 Studio assistant beginning to eat beef (5) 4 Capital that’s crazy and free (6) 5 Not a lonely part for a hooker? (5) 6 Watch, say (7) 7 Work hard to produce singer’s first record (4) 8 It’s held up by little dog (6) 13 Kept near tide that’s turning (8) 15 Policeman takes heroin in helicopter (7) 17 Changing one’s residence may be poignant (6) 18 Scales from crocodile’s front legs? (6) 20 Ground near the centre (5) 22 Prone to deceit? (5) 23 Second best bar (4)

ADMISSION OPEN

Don Bosco Gate-2 Petrol Pump Opp. River Belt Colony, Dimapur Contact No : 9436688529 8794810209 DP-794

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the few who have tightened credit for large enterprises have cited a rise in NPAs or a risk of the asset turning into NPA as the main reason for their action,” the survey said.

The share of corporate to retail loans also remains the same at 56:44 as noted in the previous round of the survey.

“58 per cent of the respondent banks reported a rise in NPAs, significantly lower than 80 per cent reporting so in the previous round of the survey indicating possible stability in credit environment,” the survey revealed.

Following the repo rate reduction of 25 basis points by the Reserve Bank of India in August 2017, almost 84 per cent of the respondents have reduced their MCLR (marginal cost based lending rate).

Banks have welcomed the recapitalisation plan of Rs 2.11 trillion for public sector banks and believe that it will help in boosting credit growth and subsequently growth recovery of the economy.

Axis My India requires Market Research Executive/ Interviewers, aged 18 to 35 with good reading, writing and vocal skills in English and Nagamese. Call on: 8879775417 / 022-43218861.

Email your CV on: yogita@ axismyindia.org DP-820

Opp. Central Jail, 4th Mile Way to CIHSR (Referral Hospital) Dimapur All kinds of wedding items available Contact No. 8787864924 8132909771 DP-785

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Mumbai, Jan 24 (PTI): The US dollar ended lower against the rupee at Rs 63.69/70 per dollar but the pound sterling finished sharply higher at Rs 89.87/89 per pound at the close of the Interbank Foreign Exchange (forex) market here today.

Following are the Interbank forex and RBI rates: (In Rs per unit) Unit Interbank RBI Reference US Dollar 63.69/70 US Dollar Rs 63.6439 Pound Sterling 89.87/89 Euro Rs 78.4538 Euro 78.58/60 Japanese Yen (100) 58.18/20

of the responding banks have suggested a reduction in corporate tax rate from 30 per cent to 25 per cent, lowering of MAT rate to 15 per cent and enhancing tax deductions and exemptions for individuals.

“This should boost credit demand at both corporate and retail level,” it said.

The sixth round of the survey was carried out for the period July to December 2017. A total of 19 public sector, private sector and foreign banks participated in the survey. These banks together represent 59 per cent of the banking industry, as classified by asset size.

Bank credit has been growing at a slow pace in the economy.

The survey findings reveal that banking sector performance during the July-December 2017 period remains more or less similar to the previous six months on the parameters studied.

“Nearly 67 per cent of the participating banks have maintained their credit standards for large as well as small enterprises. Out of

Wedding House & Tents

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US dollar ends lower gainst rupee

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS): Bankers have suggested accelerated investments and interest subvention for investments in long gestation infrastructure projects, along with lowering of corporate tax rate and minimum alternative tax (MAT) to boost credit growth, said a survey released on Wednesday.

The survey, by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (Ficci) and the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA), also said bankers recommended that the government should allow a full tax deduction on the NPA provisioning as against the cap of 5 per cent of taxable income.

“The bankers have suggested specific measures that may be announced in the upcoming Union Budget to facilitate credit growth and investment pick-up in the economy. They recommend accelerated investments in infrastructure sector as well as interest subvention for investments in long gestation infrastructure projects,” the survey said.

According to it, most

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reported TOI. “Positioned as a futuristic concept, Concept e-Survivor brings together many new technologies that depict the new and exciting F.A.C.E of Suzuki’s intent for Future Mobility. (FourWheel Drive, Autonomous, Connected & Electric),” it added.

The Indian government has set an ambitious target for the country to be selling only electric vehicles by 2030. In fact, Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has gone as far ahead as saying that he’s not going to “ask” carmakers and users to make the shift, but will “bulldoze” the scheme.

weekly-based delivery fell

by Rs 75 to Rs 38,940 per kg on lack of speculators’ support.

Silver coins however remained unaltered at Rs 74,000 for buying and Rs 75,000 for selling of 100 pieces.

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New Delhi, Jan 24 (Agencies): India’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki will showcase its first electric car concept, the e-Survivor at the upcoming Delhi Auto Expo next month, the company said on Wednesday.

“It symbolizes Maruti Suzuki’s commitment to helping develop the entire lifecycle of EVs (electric vehicles) in India including the local manufacture of components, charging infrastructure and recycling of batteries,” Maruti Suzuki said.

The e-Survivor is an open-top, two-seater SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle),

Bankers suggest lowering corporate tax, MAT to boost credit growth: Survey

against sealing of business establishments in the city.

Sovereign however eased by Rs 100 to Rs 24,800 per piece of eight gram.

Silver ready ruled flat at Rs 39,900 per kg, while

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Maruti Suzuki to showcase first electric car e-Survivor at Auto Expo

and 99.5 per cent purity gained Rs 25 each to Rs 31,100 and Rs 30,950 per ten gram, respectively.

Bullion market was closed yesterday due to ‘ D e l h i Tr a d e B a n d h ’ called by Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT)

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Jaitley told reporters at a press meet.

“We inherited a very major problem. The problem is of the past. Our objective was to find solution and create an institution so that the mistakes are not repeated,” he said.

The government has decided to give Rs 8,800 crore to State Bank of India, Rs 5,375 crore to Bank fo Baroda, Rs 4,865 crore to Canara Bank and

New Delhi, Jan 24 (PTI): Gold Wednesday rose by Rs 25 to Rs 31,100 per ten gram, driven by positive global cues and increased buying by local jewellers to meet wedding season demand.

On the other hand, silver held steady at Rs 39,900 per kg on scattered deals from industrial units and coin makers.

Bullion traders said a firm trend overseas as the US dollar fell to a fresh three-year low, boosting demand for gold as a safehaven asset, mainly kept prices higher.

Globally, gold rose 0.16 per cent to USD 1,343 an ounce and silver by 0.21 per cent to USD 17.07 an ounce in Singapore.

Besides, persistent buying by local jewellers to meet wedding season demand at domestic spot market, fuelled the uptrend, they said.

In the national capital, gold of 99.9 per cent

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Arun Jaitley

Rs 4,524 crore to Union Bank among various other PSBs. Jaitley said while planning recapitalisation the government had two objectives - which bank would get how much money and various steps to be taken to ensure that the PSBs follow higher standards.

There are 21 PSBs in the country that comprise 70 per cent of the banking industry, said Rajiv Kumar, Banking Secretary.

“As discussed earlier this recapitalisation will be front loaded depending on the performance and merit of the PSB,” said Kumar.

Allaying fears, he said: “Depositors’ money in PSB is safe.”

He also added PSBs should give loans responsibly so that there are no non-performing assets.

New Delhi, Jan 24 (Agencies): The Central Drug Standards Control Organisation (CDSCO) is planning to frame regulations for non-prescription drugs or over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, according to a report by Business Standard.

CDSCO is planning to roll out regulations for drugs that can be sold without a doctor’s prescription and amend the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules.

“Currently, there can be misuse of high-risk drugs as there are no separate regulations. Names of drugs cannot be sold over the counter are not there. At present, drugs classified as Schedule X, H, H1 G and K cannot be sold without a doctor’s prescription,” GN Singh, Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) told the newspaper.

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New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS): Aiming at maintaining healthy books of public sector banks, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday charted out the government’s recapitalisation plans, underlining that all loans above Rs 250 crore will undergo special monitoring.

The capital infusion plan for 2017-18 includes Rs 80,000 crore through recap bonds and Rs 8,139 crore as budgetary support.

“We have announced Rs 2.11 lakh crore recapitalisation of PSBs in October 2017. I have already moved a supplementary grant in Parliament on this. The entire objective of this exercise has been that it is government’s prime responsibility to keep PSBs in good health,”

Drug authority plans new rules to counter abuse

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018

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Jaitley shares PSB reform plan; SBI to get Rs 8,800 cr

business

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international

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018

Chemical attacks reported in Syria; US blames Russia

LONDON, Jan 24 (Agencies): Secretary of State Rex Tillerson blamed Russia on Tuesday for failing to rein in poison gas attacks on Syrian civilians amid a spike in reported chemical strikes against the final rebel-held pockets of the country.

Doctors inside Syria have reported four such attacks since the start of the year, including two on Monday. Medical staff said dozens of civilians have been treated for symptoms of exposure to chlorine, including many women and young children, reported The Washington Post.

While the Syrian government’s use of nerve agents in densely populated opposition areas has drawn international censure and prompted President Trump to order missile strikes against a Syrian military base in April, chlorine attacks have continued unabated throughout the six-year war, according to monitoring groups.

Speaking in Paris, Tillerson blamed Russia for the apparent use of chlorine gas Monday in the besieged Damascus suburb of eastern Ghouta. “Whoever conducted the attacks, Russia ulti-

Rex Tillerson

mately bears responsibility,” Tillerson said of Monday’s attack in eastern Ghouta and other suspected gas attacks since the Russian military began backing government forces in Syria in 2015.

Rescue workers said pro-government forces fired nine shells at dawn carrying suspected chlorine gas on a densely populated residential area in the Damascus suburb. Medical staff in the enclave said they had treated four women, seven children and 10 men with breathing difficulties and other symptoms consistent with exposure to the chemical weapon. Photos from the area circulated by local activists showed at least two infants breathing with the

help of respirators as anxious parents watched.

Hours later, pro-government media said that rebel forces responded by shelling the Old City of Damascus, killing nine civilians, including a 3-year old child.

Separately, doctors from the Syrian American Medical Society, a nonprofit supporting hospitals across opposition-held parts of Syria, reported another attack on the northern province of Idlib. “Four people were treated in our hospital in Idlib with symptoms indicating exposure to chlorine,” said Mohamed Katoub, a Turkey-based spokesman for the organization.

Violence has intensified in Idlib as the Syrian government presses an offensive against al-Qaeda-linked rebels there.

“When you hear the bombs, you brace yourself and wait. It is hard to describe the horrors we have seen coming through our doors this week,” said a doctor in Idlib city, speaking on the condition of anonymity out of concern for the security of relatives living in government-held areas.

34 dead in twin bombings in Libya’s Benghazi B e n g h a z i , Ja n 2 4 (AFP): Twin car bombs outside a mosque frequented by jihadist opponents in Libya’s second city Benghazi killed at least 34 people and wounded 87, hospital sources said Wednesday.

The eastern city has been relatively calm since military strongman Khalifa Haftar announced its “liberation” from jihadists in July last year after a threeyear campaign, but sporadic violence has continued.

The bombers struck after evening prayers on Tuesday, blowing up two cars 30 minutes apart outside the mosque in the central neighbourhood of Al-Sleimani.

There was no immediate claim of responsibility but the mosque is known to be a base for Salafist groups which fought the jihadists alongside Haftar’s forces.

The city’s Al-Jala hospital received 25 dead and 51 wounded, its spokeswoman Fadia al-Barghathi said. The Benghazi Medical Centre received nine dead and 36 wounded, spokesman Khalil Gider said. Ahmad al-Fituri, a security official for Haftar’s forces, was among those killed, military spokesman Miloud al-Zwei said.

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Syria air strikes ‘kill 150 IS militants’

US-led air strikes helped Kurdish and Arab fighters capture the IS stronghold of Raqqa last year.

L ondon , J a n 2 4 (Agencies): The US-led coalition against the jihadist group Islamic State (IS) says it has killed up to 150 militants in air strikes on a headquarters in Syria.

A statement said the strikes took place on Saturday near al-Shafah, in the Middle Euphrates river valley in the south-eastern province of Deir al-Zour.

According to BBC report, a combination of intelligence and continuous target observation ensured no civilians were harmed, it added.

There was no confirmation of the attack from IS or its supporters.

The coalition says the group has lost 98% of the territory that it seized across

Iraq and Syria in 2014, when it proclaimed the creation of a “caliphate”.

IS now controls only small pockets of land in Syria, including a part of the Euphrates valley, where it is under attack by a USbacked alliance of Kurdish and Arab fighters called the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), as well as Syrian pro-government forces supported by Russia and Iran.

The coalition statement said the “precision strikes” on the IS headquarters and command-and-control centre near al-Shafah came after an extensive intelligence operation that included SDF fighters assisting in target observation.

“The combination of intelligence and continuous

eyes on the target ensured no accidental engagement of non-military personnel,” it added.

Militants were “massing for movement” at the headquarters before it was hit, according to the coalition, which said between 145 and 150 were killed.

“The strikes underscore our assertion that the fight to liberate Syria is far from over,” said Maj Gen James Jarrard, commander of special operations for the coalition.

“Our SDF partners are still making daily progress and sacrifices, and together we are still finding, targeting and killing [IS] terrorists intent on keeping their extremist hold on the region.”

Lahore HC prevents action against Saeed

Islamabad, Jan 24 (Agencies): The Lahore High Court Wednesday restrained the Pakistan government from arresting Hafiz Saeed, the 2008 Mumbai terror attack mastermind and JuD chief, till further order. Saeed had yesterday moved the court seeking protection from arrest or action against Jamaat-ud-Dawah (JuD) and Falah-i-Insaniat Foundation (FIF) ahead of the visit of the monitoring team of the United Nations Security Council 1267 Sanctions Committee, reported The Economic Times. The team will be visiting Islamabad from tomorrow for an assessment of Islamabad’s compliance with the world body’s sanctions regime.

In his plea, he had said that the government wants to arrest him at the behest of US and India, whose lobby for the last many years has been trying to prove that he was “somehow involved in Mumbai attacks”. Justice Amin Aminuddin Khan heard Saeed’s plea and refrained the government from taking any adverse action against him. “The LHC today accepted JuD chief Hafiz Saeed’s application and issued order restraining the federal government from arresting him till futher order,” a court official confirmed to PTI.

Snake blood, flaming bricks treated Mattis Expert behind new MH370 search JA K A RTA , Ja n 2 4 (Agencies): A soldier tore apart a snake with his teeth and his comrades headbutted flaming stacks of bricks as Indonesia’s special forces treated visiting US defence secretary Jim Mattis to an unusual display on Tuesday. Mattis -- whose own nickname is “Mad Dog” -- seemed impressed by the show, which also saw police dogs leaping from helicopters to attack “terrorists”.

To the sound of beating drums and with their faces daubed with camouflage, the elite soldiers launched a wild martial arts display as they demolished wood and brick obstacles with kicks, punches and headbutts.

The dumbfounded US Members of Indonesian Special Forces displaying their military skills at military headquarters in Jakarta. delegation looked on as the

SYDNEY, Jan 24 (Agencies): After years of futile efforts, a fresh hunt for MH370 has set off for the remote Indian Ocean -- and the top Australian scientist who helped pinpoint the new search zone is hopeful the missing jet can be found within weeks.

Armed with oceanographic analyses and a hightech search vessel, the latest search for the Boeing 777, which vanished in March 2014 carrying 239 people, kicked off on Monday run by private exploration firm Ocean Infinity, in the hope of solving one of aviation’s most enduring mysteries.

An earlier Australia-led

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The Elumyo Village Council strongly condemn the 18th Jan 2018 incident at GA Colony Wokha Town wherein some miscreants led by one Tumchobemo Kikon, S/o. Sungroshan Kikon of Vungotchu Colony attacked Etsorhomo Yanthan of Humtsoe Village from his residence and brutally assaulted him and his sons. His youngest son Renbithung Yanthan was shot thrice at point-blank on the head, neck and chest while he was trying to defend his father.

The Council would like to urge all peace loving citizens to condemn such dastardly act of violence. The Council further urge the law enforcing agencies to nab the accused and award severe punishment as per the law.

Zumomo Tsanglao Samuel Tsanglao Chairman, EVC Secretary, EVC

Sd/Sukhavi Swu President SAKD

Sd/Tovishe K. Assumi Gen. Secretary SAKD

FELICITATION

PWD COLONY COUNCIL WOKHA TOWN – 797111 : NAGALAND

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On 16/01/2018 the general public of PWD Colony held a meeting at GB’S Court and adopted the following resolutions in regard to the upcoming Assembly Election slated for 27/02/2018.

RESOLUTIONS 1. The PWD Colony Council espouse the ‘Clean Election’ propounded by NBCC. 2. If any candidates want to hold a meeting in the Colony, they can do so after the approval of the Colony Council.

3. No Youth Camp shall be allowed to set up within its jurisdiction.

4. No outside interloping on the Polling Day. 5. Whosoever from the Colony sell any intoxication whereby creating nuisance and violence shall be penalized as per Colony Council resolution.

It is our pride and honour to congratulate the following persons on their achievements.

1. Mr. M. Senti Jamir Tatar, S/o Late Mongtikilep Jamir on being promoted to the post of Workshop Superintendent (class I Gazetted) under the Department of Technical Education,Nagaland.

2. Mr Yimyariba Jamir MBA, S/o Dr Lima Jamir on being appointed as Mission Manager under State Urban Development Agency ( SUDA).

May the Almighty God bless you in all your Endeavour.

Sd/1. T. Onen Jamir Tatar.

2. Rarentemjen Jamir Tatar.

3. Takoyanger Jamir Tatar.

4. Takanükshi Jamir Tatar.

5. Nungsang Jamir Tatar.

6. Kikanungba Jamir GB.

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HOSHEPU RANGE UNION DIMAPUR

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE COMMANDANT 11 NAP (IR) BATTALION RUZAPHEMA : NAGALAND No. 11NAP(IR) BN/RO-14/17-18/3701

Dt. Rzpma. the 22nd Jan. 2018

To,

Shri. Khrowulo Kapfo Regtl. No. 110517 Rank - Naik S/o. - Mesewe Kapfo Vill. - Pfutseromi PO/PS/Dist - Phek State - Nagaland CALLING NOTICE Whereas, you have been found absent from bonafide Govt. duty w.e.f 31/07/2017 (FN) without any leave for permission from the competent authority till date.

And whereas, on your failure to respond on 3 (Three) consecutive calling notices served to you vide T/O even No. Dated (1) 06/10/2017 (2) 24/10/2017 and (3) 09/11/2017 and your failure to respond on the subsequent "Show Cause Notice" dated 27/11/2017 within 30 (Thirty) days is found to be tantamount to negation of relevant conduct rules and applicable laws.

Now therefore, the undersigned direct you to report back within 7 (Seven) days from the publication of this calling notice.

Upon failure to report within the stipulated time frame, you will be declared a 'Deserter' and 'Dismissed' from Service without further notice.

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(C. JAMES KINGHEN) NPS Commandant 11 NAP (IR) Battalion

RESIGNATION

PITHITSA

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Hoshepu Range Union Dimapur ye ampe lo sukusho kighini kupughu ani, tighenguno kihimipemi kumtsu akibo hekutsu pesu kukumugha kighini lo ighi piyenike pithi ani.

Atsala : 27th January 2018 Ado : 7:00 Inaqhe A-a : NCRC Sumi, Eralibill Khehoto Assumi Kiyeshe Zhimo Chairman Secretary Hoshepu Range Union Dimapur Hoshepu Range Union Dimapur

We the undersigned office bearers of NPF 36 A/C Satakha do hereby resign from all the party level post, primary and active membership with immediate effect and have joined NDPP. 1. V. Tokugha Jimomi : President 2. Suyeho Kiba : Secretary 3. Honili : Vice President (W/Wing) 4. Rebeca : General Secy. (W/Wing) 5. Kheholi : Secretary (W/Wing) 6. Tosuho : Area Executive DP-811

OFFICE OF THE

SUMI AWOMI KUPOSHUKULU (SAK) CAMP DIMAPUR ESTD - 2017

ATSALA 29-01-2018 A-a-SUMI BAPTISH CHURCH 4TH MILE DIPHUPAR Ado-Ayi 5:00 avelau.

Akighini kimji-Sukusho eno kukumgha, Aqha eno LHOTHEMI ghenguno.

5. SAK, office bearers, Executive Members, Advisory Board kumutsu ighi tsulo.

6. Pulokinimi kumtsu kusu ani, tighenguno odo kivi kopheno kumtsu ighi kuloluno kukumgha ithulu kepu shilo

UNGMA IMLANG JAMIR KIDONG.

OFFICE OF THE

“Malaysia has given them three months to complete the search. So we’re into the first week now. We could hear something from them in the next couple of weeks,” said Griffin, who met with the Ocean Infinity team in London last month.

Ocean Infinity has a huge incentive to find the plane. As part of the deal, the private team will only be paid if they find the jet or its black boxes, with up to US$70 million on offer if they are successful.

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search -- the largest-ever in aviation history -- scoured 120,000 square kilometres (46,000 square miles) far off the island continent’s west coast for 28 months but found no trace of the aircraft, and the hunt was suspended last January.

“We’re hopeful that they (Ocean Infinity) could find the aircraft within the first month of the search,” oceanographer David Griffin of CSIRO, Australia’s leading national agency for scientific research, told AFP.

SUMI AWOMI KUPOSHUKULU (SAK) KIGHINI DO

The Sumi Aphuyemi Kuqhakulu Dimapur (SAKD) has convened an Emergency Meeting on 26th of Jan. 2018, 2:00 PM at its Banker Mrs. & Mr. Atomi Swu, Chekiye Village. Therefore all the Executive members of SAKD, elder, advisors and village representatives are requested to attend the said meeting positively.

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men then killed live snakes, including cobras, and served their blood to each other in a sign of brotherhood. One fighter even tore apart a snake with his teeth.

Nearby, a commando rolled around on broken glass while another shot apparently live bullets at a balloon held by his blindfolded comrade -- with one round missing the target, although no one was injured.

An aerial display accompanied to the “Mission Impossible” theme tune saw soldiers launch themselves from helicopters together with dogs to stage a mock manhunt for a pair of “terrorists”. Back on land, a dog then jumped through an open car window to grab one of the pretend radicals.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The Kuzha Tephe/Khezha Wrestling Association (KTKWA )through Media would like to extend our sincere and profound gratitude to the following individuals and organizations for their support in making the 26thKuzha Tephe/Khezha Wrestling meet successful which was held on 17th January: 1. Chief Guest, Shri. Neikhrolo Khalo, Vice President, Wrestling Federation of India 2. Guest of Honour, Dr. Neisatuo Mero, Medical Officer Dental, Chozuba 3. Prize Donor, Shri. Neiba Kronu, Honourable MLA 4. Shri. Kewekhape Therie, President NPCC 5. Track Suits and Caps donors 1. Mr. Pretso Therie, Press Secretary NPCC 2. Mr. Khrokedu Kronu, 1st Class Contractor 6. Patrons 1. Mr. Pfukrulhoulo Sarah, PA to MLA 2. Mr. Weto Kapfo, Supervisor, Social Welfare 3. Mr. Weprenyi Khutsoh, OSD Technical Education, Kohima 4. Mr. Keduwe Lasuh, 1st Class Contractor 5. Mr. Pelhinyi Ritse, UDA Commissioner Office, Kohima 6. Mr. Neizulo Therie, Proprietor Eastern Computer Agencies, Kohima 7. Kuzha Tephe Public Organisation (KTPO ) 8. NPF 16th A/C Pfutsero 9. NPCC 16th A/C Pfutsero 10. Leshemi Village 11. Lasumi Village 12. Zapami Village 13. Kami Village 14. Lekromi Village 15. Pfutseromi Village 16. Program Officials 17. ADC Pfutsero for permitting the ground 18. Nagaland Police Pfutsero for providing Security and Controlling Traffic 19. The VCCs and Youth presidents of Kuzha Tephe/Khezha area 20. The Leshemi Youth Society 21. Public Leaders and well-wishers.

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Elton John teases Military bands to hit the right notes ‘Padmaavat’: Bhansali’s ode to “special announcement” at Bharat Parv at Red Fort about his “future” Rajputs set for box office test

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he box office journey of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Padmaavat” will begin on Thursday amidst much hullabaloo over a controversy that has stretched over a year and continues. Film trade analysts are bullish about the period drama, which has got mixed reviews for its story but widely hailed for its visual appeal and impactful performances.

Troubles for “Padmaavat” began in January 2017 when activists of Shri Rajput Karni Sena assaulted Bhansali on the sets in Jaipur, followed by vandalism on the movie’s Kolhapur set.

Protests against its release continue to pose law and order issues.

According to trade analysts, on one hand the protests may be a deterrent for the audience in some sectors to watch the Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor-starrer epic drama in theatres. On

the other, the brouhaha has piqued viewers’ interest in it.

Paid previews for the film on Wednesday evening registered promising footfalls. In Delhi-NCR, the 3D Prime category for PVR Cinemas was sold out, according to an online ticketing platform.

“The advance booking is good and strong, especially in metros. People who have seen it have said there’s nothing to hurt sentiments. So, ‘Padmaavat’ will take a bumper opening and will perform big at the box office.

“Initially, people may be a bit apprehensive, but eventually they will come out to watch it,” Girish Johar, film and trade business analyst, told IANS. Johar said it was a failure of state governments if people felt unsafe to come to theatres.

The Supreme Court on Tuesday cleared the decks

for the all-India release of the movie, saying all states must comply with its order not to stand in the way of the film, quashing last ditch efforts by the Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh governments to block its release.

It is releasing with a U/A certificate after incorporating five modifications -- including title change.

The Karni Sena is adamant about not letting the movie release. It has alleged historical inaccuracies in the film and continues to stage violent protests in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. States are ensuring adequate security for cinema halls.

The makers -- Bhansali Productions and Viacom18 Motion Pictures -- have maintained it is a take on 16th century Sufi poet Malik Muhammad Jayasi’s epic poem “Padmavat” and glorifies the Rajput ethos of honour, bravery and sacrifice.

Key multiplex chains

across the country declined repeated requests by IANS to comment on screening and expected response of “Padmaavat” -- which was originally titled “Padmavati”. It will enjoy the benefit of a solo release ahead of the Republic Day weekend as the makers of “Pad Man”, Akshay Kumar’s much-awaited movie, moved its release ahead.

UP to ensure security to theatres showing ‘Padmaavat’ Uttar Pradesh government will ensure safety to theatres running the muchawaited movie “Padmaavat”, Health Minister Siddharth Nath Singh said on Wednesday.

“We will ensure safety to the theatres and take stern action against those taking law and order into their hands,” Siddharth Nath Singh, who is also the government spokesman, told IANS here.

He said the law and order situation in the state has improved since the Bharatiya Janata Party took power last year. “Now there is no more ‘jungleraj’ and people feel safe,” he said.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Padmaavat”, which is facing the ire of the Rajput community, is set to release on Thursday. Rajput leaders claims it distorts history.

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lton John to make statement on future Elton John is set to make a big announcement about his “future” later today (January 24).

The legendary performer has teased a public announcement, with press invited to events in New York and London. The announcement is coming at 9.30 PT / 12.30 ET / 17.30 GMT and will be streamed live on YouTube.

Tabloid reports have speculated that John will announce his “final” world tour at the event, although this hasn’t been confirmed.

Earlier this week, an augmented reality experience launched at London’s Kings Cross Station where fans could sit at the piano and play a song with a hologram of Elton.

Elton currently has shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, as part of his residency at the venue, running from February to May. Last April, John cancelled a series of live dates after a “harmful and unusual bacterial infection” resulted in the singer being taken to intensive care.

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from noon to 10 p.m. from January 27-31, an official statement said.

“The objective of organising the event is to generate a patriotic mood, promote the rich cultural diversity of India and to ensure wider participation of the general public,” the statement said.

“The cultural performances include choreographed folk-tribal dances and music arranged through the North Zonal Cultural Centre as well as performances by cultural troupes from different states,” the statement said.

Re g i o n a l c u i s i n e from across India will be available at the food court, which will also have street food stalls set up by the National Association of Street Vendors of India,

and stalls by Institutes of Hotel Managements and the Indian Tourism Development Corporation.

“The craft mela with 50 stalls will showcase the diverse Indian handicrafts, arranged by the state governments and Ministry of Textiles through the office of the Development Commissioner of Handicrafts,” the statement said.

There will be “Theme State Pavilions” where each state will showcase their strengths along with tourism products.

“The DAVP will set up an exhibition on the theme ‘Naya Bharat Hum Karke Rahenge’. Live cookery demonstration area will be set up within the food court to promote cuisines of different states,” it added.

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TIME to organize Drummers All roads lead to Jaipur as literary China cracks down on Workshop on Jan 27 heavyweights gather for JLF disturbing cartoons

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strate what the role of the drummer is through practical application and discussions. He will be available for private classes as well for interested individuals.

There will be on-spot registration while seat is limited for private classes.

For registration one call 8837-28-7437, 879482-4046, 9615-44-7255, 7085-83-9428.

Music Academy Kohima (MAK) will also be organizing a workshop with the same resource person on January 29 and 30 at Kohima.

with a debate where the audience has the opportunity to vote either in favour of or against the given motion.

The festival will be inaugurated by Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje on Thursday morning, followed immediately by the keynote address by Pico Iyer, in which he will be talk about “A world without borders.” With as many as seven sessions taking place simultaneously throughout the day, there’s a lot that visitors may look forward to. Tom Stoppard, winner of an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for “Shakespeare in Love”, will discus his life and work in a fascinating free-flowing

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hinese authorities on Wednesday closed a company making and translating subtitles for seemingly innocent cartoons, which actually contain scenes of a violent and sexual nature.

Two offices of the Guangzhou Yinjun Trade Company were closed and all related videos were asked to be deleted, Xinhua news agency cited officials in Guangdong as saying.

The company apologized on its official Weibo account, China’s Twitterlike platform, saying: “We set the wrong example to increase online video traffic by making videos that contained disturbing and inappropriate content not

Harmony voices Nagaland ‘Get Out,’ ‘Dunkirk’ back to screens in US after Oscar nods to organize concert

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onths after being out of multiplexes, films like “Get Out” and “Dunkirk” are returning to movie theatres after scoring the Best Picture Oscar nominations.

Universal Studios has decided to re-release the film “Get Out,” which opened February 24 last year and left theatres in July, as it received four Oscar nominations and

Warner Bros has decided to bring back “Dunkirk”, which has recieved eight Oscar nominations, reports variety.com.

“Dunkirk”, which opened on July 21 and closed on November 23 last year, “would begin appearing in North American theatres as early as Wednesday,” said a Warner Bros spokesperson.

Universal will bring

back “Get Out” to select theatres nationwide beginning Friday.

The weekend will also see an array of awards contenders adding locations in an attempt to capitalise on Tuesday’s announcement of Oscar nominations, led by Guillermo del Toro’s “The Shape of Water,” which picked up 13 nominations.

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suitable for children.” The police said the province had no other companies involved in making such videos.

The latest move was a reaction to the controversial “Elsagate” scandal, a public furore surrounding inappropriate cartoons believed to be aimed at children.

Elsa is the main character of the Disney animation “Frozen” and figures in many disturbing cartoons on online video website YouTube.

The action came after China launched a nationwide campaign on Monday to crack down on harmful online cartoons after an online article went viral on the country’s social media.

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ack White has banned the use of mobile phones at upcoming live shows. The former White Stripes frontman releases new album ‘Boarding House Reach’ in March and recently announced his first UK shows in four years.

White embarks on a tour of the US from April, with a statement announcing that shows would be “phone-free”, confirming: “No photos, video or audio recording devices allowed”.

“We think you’ll enjoy looking up from your gadgets for a little while and experience music and our shared love of it IN PERSON,” the statement adds.

“Upon arrival at the venue, all phones and other photo or video-capturing gizmos will be secured in a Yondr pouch that will be unlocked at the end of the show. You keep your pouchsecured phone on you during the show and, if needed, can unlock your phone at any time in a designated Yondr Phone Zone located in the lobby or concourse.”

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With immense pride and honour, we the Kichilimi Union Kohima extend our heartiest congratulations to Dr G.HOKISHE SEMA, S/o Lt. GHOSHIXU of Kichilimi Village on being promoted to Additional Director, Health & Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Nagaland.

The K.U.K wishes and prays to Almighty God to grant him success in his future endeavours.

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h e I n s t i t u t e Fo r Music Education (TIME) will be conducting a Drum Workshop on January 27, Saturday, at TIME, Burma Camp, campus, Dimapur, with Alan Connon, from Ireland as the resource person.

Alan Connon is Dublin based session drummer.

He has been playing, teaching, and recording music as a drummer/percussionist.

The topic for the workshop will be, “The role of drummers in contemporary music”.

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sea of heavyweight literary icons, including the likes of Pico Iyer, Amy Tan and Tom Stoppard, have begun to assemble in this Pink City to participate in the annual fiveday literary extravaganza that kicks off on Thursday morning. The 11th edition of Zee Jaipur Literature Festival will feature over 200 sessions on a multitude of topics, trends, ideas and genres, ranging from fiction, poetry, nonfiction, gender, environment, science, history, liberal arts, journalism, economics, travel and cinema. Sticking to its usual format, the festival will again open with a keynote address and reach its culmination

session called “The Real Thing.” A discussion aptly titled “The Great Survivor” will see former Afghan President Hamid Karzai and William Dalrymple discuss his life, legacy and leadership through the country’s recent turbulent times. In “The Bridget Jones’ Diaries,” novelist Helen Fielding will be in conversation with publisher Meru Gokhale on the comic and the tragic, film and fiction and Bridget Jones’ bumpy ride to motherhood.

The programme also celebrates the diversity of languages, their enigmatic roots and multifaceted trajectories. In “Lok Bhasha: The Oxford Dictionaries Hindi Word of the Year,” the announcement of the first ever Oxford Dictionaries aHindi Word of the Year’ will be made at the festival, followed by a panel discussion with Ashok Vajpeyi, Pankaj Dubey, Saurabh Dwivedi, Vinod Dua, Yatindra Misra and Anu Singh Choudhary on new trends in Hindi usage and writing.

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erformances by military bands and cultural troupes from various states will add more flavour to the public celebrations from January 26-31 at the Red Fort here, after the Republic Day Parade, where ‘Bharat Parv’ will be organised.

The highlights also include display of Republic Day Parade tableaux, multi-cuisine food court, craft mela, cultural performances from different regions of the country and a photo exhibition by the Directorate of Advertising and Visual Publicity.

The festival, to be organised by the Tourism Ministry, will be open to the public -- who will have to carry identity proofs -for free from 5. p.m. to 10 p.m. on January 26, and

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Dr. R. T Ezung joins NCP

Rev. Obed Marhu The Khuzhami Baptist Churches Association held its 4th Annual Meeting from 19-21st January 2018, at Calvary Baptist Church, Pfütsero. In this meeting Obed Marhu, S/o Kezüthsülo Marhu of Lasumi Village was Ordained to the fulltime and lifelong Gospel Ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ.

The Khuzhami Baptist Churches Association wishes him success in all his endeavours.

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Pucho informed that Harmony voices Nagaland has 16 members consisting of six different tribes who are actively involved in their respective churches would present popular contemporary songs liking by both young and old people during the concert. HVN said they formed choir four years ago and last year season-1 concert was quite encouraging with houseful

in the venue.

HVN said the participants would witness concert for more than one hour live on the stage with around 13 popular songs. The organizer informed the ticket would be two categories at Rs. 300 and Rs. 500 (admit one) and the ticket would be available at the spot on the day and for advance available at Symphony music academy Kohima.

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U19 World Cup: Pak beat Federer, Chung, Kerber, Halep in semis Proteas to enter semifinals

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MELBOURNE, Jan 24 (Agencies): Roger Federer accounted for a long-time rival to set up a semifinal against Next Gen champion Hyeon Chung at the Australian Open.

Defending champion Federer’s 7-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over Tomas Berdych on Wednesday night extended his winning streak to 14 in Australian Open quarterfinals and to nine in that personal duel. The 19-time major winner leads that head-to-head contest 20-6, including all five meetings at Melbourne Park.

The 36-year-old Swiss star overcame a shaky start, dropping his opening service game and uncharacteristically challenging the chair umpire because of a technological fault.

Chung became the first Korean to make a Grand Slam tennis semifinal when he beat No. 97-ranked Tennys Sandgren 6-4, 7-6 (5), 6-3 in the afternoon match on Rod Laver Arena.

The 21-year-old Chung hadn’t let up when upsetting No. 4 Alexander Zverev or six-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic en route to the quarterfinals, but he let his guard down in

the last game and needed six match points and to fend off two break points to hold off Sandgren.

Then he fully embraced the moment, joking in an on-court TV interview, introducing the audience to his parents and his coach, and taking the microphone to speak in Korean to millions of new tennis fans back home.

The No. 58-ranked Chung is the lowest-ranked man to reach the Australian Open semifinals since Marat Safin in 2004. He’s also the youngest to reach the last four at a major since Marin Cilic did it here in 2010.

With Chung already through, and Kyle Edmund playing No. 6 Cilic in the other half of the draw, it’s the first time since 1999 that multiple unseeded players have reached the Australian Open semifinals.

Federer said he has been impressed with the way the two unseeded players have progressed, particularly Chung’s run.

Chung’s big wins over Zverev and Djokovic have drawn extra attention to a player who last November

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won the inaugural Next Gen ATP Finals title.

He was too consistent for Sandgren, a 26-year-old American who had never won a match at a Grand Slam tournament or beaten a top 10 player until last week.

Sandgren’s unexpected surge to the quarterfinals — he beat 2014 champion Stan Wawrinka and No. 5 Dominic Thiem en route to the quarterfinals — was over-

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Open finalist Madison Keys 6-1, 6-2.

In the other semifinal, No. 2 Caroline Wozniacki will play 22-year-old Elise Mertens.

Kerber has been the only Grand Slam singles champion in the women’s draw since her third-round win over Maria Sharapova.

Two-time French Open finalist Halep has had a tougher road — having to save match points in a thirdr o u n d win over Lauren Davis that finished 15-13 in the third — to reach the semifinals at Melbourne Park for the first time.

Kerber has had no serious distractions on a 14match winning streak, and is hoping to emulate her breakout year in 2016.

She won the Australian and U.S. Open titles two years ago and reached the No. 1 ranking, but slipped into the 20s last year. She didn’t win a title between the 2016 U.S. Open and the Sydney International earlier this month. “I am just trying

Australian Open shadowed by heavy scrutiny of his Twitter account and his follows and retweets of far-right activists.

Two women who’ve been to this stage at a Grand Slam before will meet in the last four. One has two major titles, the other still seeks a breakthrough. Top-ranked Simona Halep recovered from an early break to win nine straight games in a 6-3, 6-2 win over No. 6 Karolina Pliskova and set up a semifinal match Thursday against 2016 champion Angelique Kerber, who routed U.S.

to find the feeling back that I had, like 2016, and just enjoying my time,” Kerber said.

Bopanna in mixed doubles semis

Melbourne, Jan 24 (IANS): Indian star Rohan Bopanna and his Dutch partner Timea Babos registered a straight-sets victory to enter the semi-finals of the mixed doubles category at the Australian Open tennis tournament here on Wednesday.

The fifth seeded IndoDutch combination beat the unseeded pair of Colombia’s Juan Sebastian Cabal and American Abigail Spears in a quarter-final contest which lasted for an hour and 15 minutes.

Bopanna and Babos will meet the winner of the quarter-final clash between Spain’s María José Martínez Sánchez and Brazilian Marcelo Demoliner and Australians Storm Sanders and Marc Polmans for a place in the final.

Christchurch (New Z e a l a n d ) , Ja n 2 4 (IANS): A superb display of fast bowling and some composed batting by Ali Zaryab propelled Pakistan to a three-wicket win in an absorbing contest with South Africa at the ICC U19 World Cup Super League quarter-finals here on Wednesday.

With Pakistan chasing a target of 190 runs, an unbeaten 74 from Zaryab ensured that the hard work of fast bowlers Muhamad Musa and Shaheen Afridi did not go waste at the Hagley Oval here.

The left-handed Zaryab compiled a cautious but attractive 111-ball knock which included five boundaries as two-time champions Pakistan reached the target in 47.5 overs after pacers Musa and Shaheen had shared five scalps to help restrict formidable South Africa to 189/9.

The victory over the 2014 champions means Pakistan will now play the winners of Friday’s quarterfinal between India and Bangladesh in the second semi-final here on January 30.

Pakistan will be thankful to Zaryab, who was not perturbed even as the 2004 and 2006 champions were reduced to 111/5 after allrounder Jason Niemand gave South Africa a glimmer of hope with the wickets of captain Hassan Khan and Muhammad Taha.

But Zaryab found an able partner in Saad Khan and the duo added 65 crucial runs for the sixth wicket,

Pakistan entered the semi-final of the U-19 Cricket World Cup with a three-wicket win over South Africa.

which proved to be decisive in a low-scoring affair.

This was Zaryab’s third half-century in the tournament and second successive player of the match award after his 59 in another lowscoring match against Sri Lanka had ensured that Pakistan not only qualified for the Super League but eventually topped their group ahead of Afghanistan. Earlier in the day, Pakistan fast bowlers Musa and Shaheen justified Hassan’s decision to bowl first as they made deep inroads into a strong South African batting line-up. Shaheen struck as soon as he was introduced into the attack in the sixth over and along with new-ball bowler Musa, seized the initiative for his team.

Shaheen struck two telling blows as he removed openers Matthew Breetzke (12) and Jiveshan Pillay (14) just as they looked to be batting themselves in.

Shaheen got Breetzke to edge one to wicket-keeper Rohail Nazir and then bowled Pillay with an inswinger that went through taking the inside edge of

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the bat.

The pair of dismissals took Shaheen’s tally in the tournament to 11, the jointhighest along with Canada’s Faisal Jamkhandi.

Musa was not to be left behind as he chipped in with the wickets of Raynard van Tonder (4) and Hermann Rolfes (5) as South Africa were left reeling at 43/4 in the 15th over.

Van Tonder was caught at mid-off off a leading edge while Rolfes was caught behind the wicket off an inner edge.

Musa also dismissed a well-set Makwetu (60) -- out pulling the ball -- to further reduce South Africa’s chances of a fightback.

A couple of run outs and some good support from the spin bowlers kept Pakistan in tight control of the proceedings.

Brief scores South Africa: 189/9 in 50 overs (Wandile Makwetu 60, Jason Niemand 36; Muhammad Musa 3/29, Shaheen Afridi 2/30) vs Pakistan: 190/7 in 47.5 overs (Ali Zaryab 74 not out, Saad Khan 26; Jason Niemand 2/31).

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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of our beloved mother Lt. Ajano Tungu

Lt. Neipretso Medo

Born on : 2nd July, 1972 – Died on : 7th January, 2018.

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It’s been a year since you left us on this day, the 25 January 2017 for your heavenly abode.

Not a day has passed without you in our hearts. Miss you in silent tears.

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Its been a year since you left us, You are missed each and everyday, For you were someone special Who meant more than words can say.

Missing you always, remembering forever, Mom, sisters, brothers, nephew & niece

We the family members immensely express our heartfelt gratitude to 1. KCBC, Kohima Pastoral Team 2. CBCMH, Kohima 3. Pfütseromi Baptist Church 4. The Chief Electoral Officer, his Officers & Staff.

5. We also convey our thanks to doctors, nurses and staff of NHA Kohima for timely caring him during his prolonged illness till his demise.

6. We also express our thanks to all friends of different villages, groups, individuals, neighbours and relatives who had constantly supported him physically, spiritually and financially throughout his prolonged illness till his last mortal journey.

7. Words are inadequate to acknowledge each and every individuals, or groups but it is our sincere believe and prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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We the bereaved family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the individuals, unions and neighbours who stood by us physically, spiritually and financially during the prolonged illness and at the sad demise.

Though we the family members are unable to thank you individually we will always remember you in our prayers.

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Loving Wife, sons & families.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Lt. Nzamo Lotha

Lt. Sentinukshi Ao 20.2.1982 – 19.01.2018

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Those we love and lose are always connected by heartstrings into infinity.

07/03/1974 – 18/01/2018 We, the bereaved family would like to thank every individual, churches, R.M. BSNL Dimapur, Nagaland and organizations who stood by us physically, financially, materially, morally and prayer during his illness till his last breath.

We are truly humbled and remain deeply indebted for the rich homage's paid to the departed soul. It is our fervent prayer that the Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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"For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain" (Philippians. 1:21)

—Terri Guillemets

30 May 1982 – 17 January 2018

With profound gratitude, we would like to thank all those individuals, friends, neighbours, organizations and well-wishers who have contributed immensely on the sudden death of our beloved father Lt. D. Menuh on 06-01-2018. We deeply regret our inability to mention each individual but it our sincerer prayer that the Almighty God bless all abundantly for your gracious deeds.

We, the family members and relatives would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all those who supported us physically, financially, materially, mentally and spiritually during the illness and at the sudden demise of our beloved Lt. Hukugha S. Tuccu on 17th January 2018.

We regret our inability to mention and reach out to each one of you individually but your good deeds and presence will always be remembered. It is our prayer that our Almighty God bless each one of you abundantly.

DOB : 06-05-1942 – DOD : 06-01-2018

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Lt. Heichangneu Dailiam

Born : 23.12.1954 – Died : 15.01.2018 With our hearts full of gratitude, we the family members of Lt. Heichangneu Dailiam humbly acknowledge your various support and sympathies showered upon us during the ailments and demise of our beloved on 15th Jan. 2018.

We deeply regret our inability to thank each and every one individually, yet it is our humble prayer that Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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Born on : 18/8/1973 – Died on : 15/01/2018

We, the bereaved family members of Late Wasü Katiry would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all individuals, churches, prayer groups, organizations, neighbours, friends and well wishers who supported and stood by us morally, physically, financially and in prayer from the time of his illness till his last breath.

Among many to whom we are deeply indebted, we would like to convey our sincere gratitude to :1. Shri. Yitachu, Advisor Education Dept.

2. Nagaland Civil Service Association.

3. NCS 2000 Batch 4. Nagaland Police Service Association.

5. ADC and Staffs, Meluri.

6. ADC Office, Seyochung.

7. Lephori Welfare Union, Kohima 8. Pochury Baptist Church Council, Meluri 9. Govt Employees Union, Lephori.

10. Lephori Union, Meluri.

11. Principal and Staff, DIET, Mon. 12. Pochury Hoho, Kohima.

13. Pochury Hoho, Dimapur.

14. Pochury Baptist Church, Kohima.

15. Tenyimia Union, Mon. 16. Lephori Baptist Church.

17. Village Council, Lephori.

18. Meluri Village Baptist Church.

19. Pochury Gazette Officers' Forum.

20. Pochury Baptist Church, Dimapur.

21. Pochury Mothers' Association.

22. Pochury Hoho, Meluri.

23.Village Council, Meluri.

24. Baptist Church, Meluri Town.

25. I.C.U Staff Naga Hospital Kohima.

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S.Africa bundle out India for 187

Kohli and Pujara who the body and edged it to struck contrasting fifties third slip where Ab de to bail out the team from Villiers made no mistake another dismal start which this time. saw the opening duo of De Villiers had earlier Murali Vijay (8) and Loke- dropped Kohli off Morne sh Rahul (0) succumbing Morkel when the India with just 13 runs on the skipper was batting on 32 board. while Vernon Philander Pujara, known for his dropped one early in the dogged approach, con- first session when Kohli sumed as many as 54 balls was on 11. to get off the mark in the Kohli’s fall brought in morning session and in his deputy Rahane (9), who the company of Kohli had a lucky escape when defied the odds, to take Philander overstepped and the team to 45/1 at the had him caught behind. lunch break. Kohli, on the But the Mumbai batsother hand looked fluent man soon fell to Morkel with his trademark drives, even as the review showed bringing up his 16th Test that the ball would have half century in the second kissed his leg stick. session.

Towards the end, BhuBut the happiness vneshwar provided some was short-lived as the 29- meat to the Indian total, year-old Kohli, who was scoring a 49-ball 30 even as dropped on scores of 11 the lower order comprising Morne Morkel‚ left, reacts after dismissing Ajinkya Rahane, and 32, couldn’t ride his Parthiv, Hardik Pandya Wednesday. (AP/PTI) luck for the third time (0), Mohammed Shami (8) J o h ann e s b ur g , behind by stumper Parthiv when he drove a Lungi and Ishant Sharma (0) fell Ngidi delivery away from like nine pins.

Jan 24 (IANS): South Patel.

Africa reached 6/1 at Earlier, on a wickScoreboard stumps losing opener Aid- et that promised good India 1st Innings en Markram on the open- carry and bounce for the Murali Vijay c de Kock b Rabada 8 ing day of the third and faster bowlers, India won Lokesh Rahul c de Kock b Philander 0 final cricket Test after a the toss and surprisingly Cheteshwar Pujara c de Kock b Phehlukwayo 50 collective effort from their elected to bat to find only Virat Kohli c de Villiers b Lungi Ngidi 54 bowlers skittled out India three of their batsmen -Ajinkya Rahane lbw b Morne Morkel 9 for a paltry 187 at the New Cheteshwar Pujara (50), Parthiv Patel c de Kock b Morne Morkel 2 Wanderers Stadium here skipper Virat Kohli (54) Hardik Pandya c de Kock b Phehlukwayo 0 on Wednesday. and Bhuvneshwar (30) -Bhuvneshwar Kumar c Phehlukwayo b Rabada 30 Opener Dean Elgar reach double figures.

Mohammed Shami c Rabada b Philander 8 (4) and night watchman For the Proteas, it was Ishant Sharma c du Plessis b Rabada 0 Kagiso Rabada (0) went a collective effort from the Jasprit Bumrah not out 0 back undefeated when likes of Morne Morkel Extras (b 11, lb 7, w 6, nb 2, p 0) 26 the umpires dislodged the (2/47), Vernon Philander Total (all out in 76.4 Ov) 187 bails for the day.

(2/31), Kagiso Rabada South Africa 1st Innings Returning to the team (3/39), Lungisani Ngidi Dean Elgar batting 4 after being dropped from (1/27) and Andile PheAiden Markram c Parthiv Patel b Bhuvneshwar 2 the second Test, pace- hlukwayo (2/25).

Kagiso Rabada batting 0 man Bhuvneshwar KuIt was once again a Extras (b 0, lb 0, w 0, nb 0, p 0) 0 mar got the early break disappointing story for the Total (in 6 Ov) 6 for 1 of Markram (2) caught Indian batsmen, barring

I-League: Shillong end Neroca’s unbeaten run

I mp h a l , J an 2 4 (IANS): Shillong Lajong FC rode on early goals to stun Neroca FC 2-0 in an I-League match here on Wednesday.

Saihou Jagne (13th minute) and Abdoulaye Koffi (18th) struck for the visitors who registered their fifth win of the season.

Shillong are now at the fourth spot with 17 points from 12 matches.

They sit just ahead of fifth placed Mohun Bagan with 16 points from 10 matches.

Neroca remain second with 21 points from 11 matches. They trail table toppers Minerva Punjab FC by a single point. Minerva however, have played only nine matches. Third placed East Bengal are on 19 points.

We d n e s d ay ’s l o s s brought Neroca’s impressive nine-game unbeaten run to an end.

Saihou Jagne opened his account in the I-League when he controlled a long ball from Rakesh Pradhan before slotting it past a helpless Neroca goalkeeper Shambu Mishtry to put Shillong ahead. The visitors struck another blow five minutes later through Koffi.

Novin Gurung’s cross was headed into the net by the Ivorian striker to double his side’s lead with a lot of the first-half left to play.

Neroca coach Gift Raikhan reacted to the double blow by replacing Ronald Singh with David Lalbiakzara in the 28th minute, but Lajong continued to dominate.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018

Bhojpuri Premier League begins

Kechangulie Rio unveiling the trophies at the inaugural programme, Wednesday. (NP)

Staff Reporter

D I M A P U R , JA N 2 4 (NPN): Six-day, Bhojpuri Premier League (BLP) season- 2 organized by Nagaland Bhojpuri Samaj (NBS) in memory of late Ishwar Singh, commenced Wednesday, at Ram Janaki higher secondary school, Dimapur.

Altogether, 12 teams from different Bhojpuri speaking states including UP, Bihar and Jharkhand are participating in the premier league. 21 matches will be played in the six days.

The inaugural programme was graced by Chabou & Co. proprietor and Niathu group chairman, Kechangulie Rio as chief guest, where he conveyed an apology by former CM and MP, Neiphiu Rio who had consented to be the chief guest of the programme but was unable to attend because he had to abide by the ECI code of conduct for the forthcoming state assembly

elections.

Lauding the Samaj, he said that as a social organization the Samaj had been involved in many community services. He also appreciated the close knit community supporting each other and applauded them for their contributions towards the betterment of the society. He lauded the organization for promoting sports - cricket in particular, because according to him, Nagaland had been faring badly in the sport of cricket not only in the state but at the National level.

Kechangulie further hoped that the Samaj would continue to uplift cricket and support Nagaland Cricket Association (NCA) in their endeavours.

He believed that the players had the responsibility to play fairly during the entire game and also the responsibility to lead and guide the young generation in becoming true sportspersons.

He also encouraged the players to display true

sportsmanship on and off the pitch and influence others to respect and love sports.

NCA vice president, P. Bendangtoshi Jamir also encouraged the parents to support and encourage their children to take part in various games and sports. He also encouraged the players to maintain discipline during the games and also promised to extend his support and guidance even in the days to come.

The winners will walk away with Rs. 25 thousand and runners up Rs. 15 thousand. The highest wicket taker, man of the tournament, captain cool, best wicket taker will also be selected. A man of the match will be adjudged for every match.

Earlier, welcome address was delivered by NBS secretary, Pramod Singh, address was delivered by BPL-2 chairman Ravi Gupta and later vote of thanks was delivered by Anjali Prasad.

Petekhrietuo wins CRDK wrestling title

Petekhrietuo Pienyü along with winners and others.

Correspondent

K o h ima , J an 2 4 (NPN): Petekhrietuo Pienyü of Chedema Village emerged as the champion

of the recently concluded 52nd Cherüdiki (CRDK) wrestling meet held at Chedema village, Kohima district on January 23. The champion walked home

with Rs.30,000 while Khriesanguzo Zuyie, Petevikho Keyho and Ruopfüvizo Talie bagged the 2nd, 3rd and 4th positions.

They received Rs. 20,000,

Rs.15,000 and Rs.10,000 respectively.

The opening ceremony was graced by former Nagaland Wrestling Champion Kezhalelie Keretsü as chief guest and village council chairman Seyievinyü Medom as guest of honour.

Altogether 32 strong wrestlers from the four villages- Chedema, Rüsoma, Dihoma and Kijümetouma participated in the event.

During the meet, 16 wrestlers were selected to represent CRDK at Northern Angami Sports Association (NASA) Wrestling Meet scheduled on February 2 and 3 at Khuochiezie, Kohima.

James becomes youngest to score 30,000 NBA pts

L o nd o n , J an 2 4 (Agencies): LeBron James has surpassed Kobe Br yant to become the youngest NBA player to reach 30,000 regular-season points. The Cleveland Cavaliers player needed eight points but managed 28 as his side lost 114-102 to the San Antonio Spurs.

James reached 30,000 aged 33 years and 24 days, beating ex-Los Angeles Lakers star Bryant at 34 years and 104 days.

Only five other men have reached the tally - Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Karl Malone, Michael Jordan, Wilt Chamberlain and Dirk Nowitzki. “Congrats #KingJames. Welcome to the club!” said Dallas Mavericks’ Nowitzki, who has 30,808 regular season points. Reacting to his feat, James said: “The moment was unbelievable.

“The journey is something that I’ve been on for quite a while now and I will never take it for granted. It’s unbelievable to be able to share something like that with my crazy team-mates.

Let’s keep this thing going and strive for greatness.”

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