July 18, 2018

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Vol XXVIII No. 221

WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 2018 Pages 12 ` 5.00

Opposition seeks TN CM’s resignation after IT seizes cash, gold

France give WC winners a heroes’ welcome

Bezos becomes the richest man in modern history

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BJP, Oppn set for showdown

Monsoon Session of Parl begins today Oppn to move no confidence motion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi other leaders after an all-party meeting in New Delhi on Tuesday. (PTI)

NEW DELHI, JUL 17 (AGENCIES): Government and the opposition appeared set for a showdown in Parliament’s Monsoon Session beginning tomorrow with the Congress pushing for a no-confidence motion while the BJP is likely to raise Rahul Gandhi’s reported statement that his party “is for Muslims” to corner it. Worries remain if the impasse seen in the Budget session will carry over to this session with both the government and the opposi-

AMK objects to bail for rapist

D imapur , J ul 1 7 (NPN): Angamimiapfü Mechü Krotho(AMK), has strongly objected to any bail for prime accused Sabir Ahmen, involved in the gang rape and brutal murder of late Pezano Mor(Aged 51) and mother of seven, on March 26, 2018 at Khonoma village. AMK president Kevinuorheno Seyie and general secretary Shürhivino Nakhro, in their joint appeal to the District & Sessions Judge Kohima, said they were shocked that Sabir Ahmed, reportedly an Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrant (IBI) and a labourer has been able to engage “some top local Advocates for his bail process.” They said that was also a reason to believe that there might be “a hidden society backing the perpetrators in the case” and opined that if the accused was granted bail then there was every possibility that Ahmed could jump bail and escape forever. (Cont’d on p-7)

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tion engaged in acrimonious exchanges in its run-up over a host of issues including religious polarisation, lynching incidents and banking scams. Opposition leaders today wrote to the Lok Sabha Speaker that trends that emerged in the last session might prove lethal to the constitutional democracy if left unchecked. At an all-party meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today sought cooperation of all political parties and asked them to

ensure that it turns out to be a productive session. The Monsoon session will begin Wednesday and end on August 10. Addressing a meeting of leaders of various parties, the prime minister hoped that each one of them would raise issues of public importance in the larger interest of the country. However, BJP sources asserted that they will not take lying down the opposition offensive and will thwart attempts to corner the Modi government over issues convenient to them. The ruling party has been raising the pitch over Rahul Gandhi’s reported remarks, which have been denied by the Congress, that his party is for Muslims. It has accused the Congress of Muslim appeasement and practising divisive politics. Congress on its part has accused Modi of pursuing divisive agenda to win elections after his governance “failure”. Closing ranks, leaders of opposition parties in the Lok Sabha, including the Congress, CPI(M), Samajwadi Party, NCP, IUML, CPI, RJD and some other parties, wrote to Speaker

Sumitra Mahajan, accusing the BJP of denigrating rules and the Constitution which “lowered” the dignity of Parliament and the Chair. Oppn to move no confidence motion: Opposition parties are set to back a noconfidence motion moved by Telugu Desam Party MP Srinivas Kesineni in the Lok Sabha. Congress party also announced that it will bring a no-confidence motion against the Narendra Modi government. Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge said that all Opposition parties have come to a consensus to move the vote of no-confidence against the council of ministers. “All Opposition parties have also come to a consensus to move a vote of noconfidence,” Kharge said. A number of opposition parties had given notices for no confidence motion during the Budget session, but Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan had rejected all of them. BJP MPs, in turn, issued appeals on social media to Congress president Rahul Gandhi to let the House function smoothly.

Maneka asks states to register all childcare institutions to CARA Spl. Correspondent/Agencies

New Delhi, Jul 17 (NPN): Union minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi on Tuesday directed states/ UTs to compulsorily register all the child care institutions in the State and link them with CARA for proper monitoring. Addressing a high-level national conference of state/UT ministers-in-charge of Women & Child development held here, Gandhi also asked all States to invest in cradle centers to make available more destitute children for adoption. The minister also drew the attention of states to the issues concerning child abuse and asked for wider dissemination of information about e-Box for complaints from children on child abuse and SHe-Box online complaints portal for sexual harassment at work for women. She also appealed to the states to implement 33 percent women composition in police forc-

es to enable a fearless atmosphere for women affected by crimes. Meanwhile, Gandhi informed that the Ministry was all set to amend the Juvenile Justice Act (JJ) to ensure that district magistrates and collectors become “competent officers” for approving adoptions, instead of courts. According to reports, Gandhi has also asked states to get the childcare homes run by Mother Teresa-founded Missionaries of Charity inspected immediately. However, Gandhi clarified that the announcement of the amendment has no connection with the incident that took place in Jharkhand. Some orphanages have challenged the validity of the law under the JJ Act, a WCD official was quoted by PTI. Around 2,300 CCIs are linked to CARA, while another 4,000 remain pending for linkage. Gandhi brought to notice that the 2,300 institutions linked to CARA were not under an adoption system.

Manipur NPF reacts to Biren Singh’s comment

Ready to strike down laws violating fundamental rights: Apex court

IMPHAL, Jul 17 (NPN): A day after Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh talked tough on the Naga peace talks, NPF Manipur unit, which is part of the ruling coalition here, expressed regret over chief the minister’s statement to a national publication. In a statement, NPF Manipur unit general secretary (Adm) Honreikhui Kashing said it was regrettable that the chief ministerled delegation sought limiting the ambit of Framework Agreement within the borders of Nagaland. He said the news published on July 15 by a local daily created tension among the peace loving people of Manipur. Kashing said Nagas in Manipur and other communities in general were provided a ray of hope that they would finally live in peace when the Government of India (GoI) declared its intent to peacefully resolve the Naga political issue, followed by signing of the Framework Agreement between GoI and NSCN (I-M), he added.

NEW DELHI, JUL 17 (PTI): The courts cannot wait for a “majoritarian government” to decide on enacting, amending or striking down a law if it violates fundamental rights, the Supreme Court asserted on Tuesday. “We would not wait for the majoritarian government to enact, amend or not to enact any law to deal with violations of fundamental rights,” a five-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra observed while hearing a batch of petitions seeking decriminalisation of consensual gay sex by striking down Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code. The courts are not in obligation to wait and would act if any violation of fundamental right was brought before it, the Supreme Court bench—which also comprised Justices R.F. Nariman, A.M. Khanwilkar, D.Y. Chandrachud and Indu Malhotra—said. The observations by the Supreme Court bench, which is dealing with a clutch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity

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NPRAAF alleges NRDWP project guidelines flouted DIMAPUR, JUL 17 (NPN): Nagaland Public Rights Awareness and Action Forum (NPRAAF) on Tuesday alleged that National Rural Drinking Water Programme (NRDWP) projects in the State were not implemented as per Central government guidelines. NPRAAF through its information and publicity cell said it had filed an RTI in the PHE department on May 7 this year seeking copy of actual payment receipt (APR) and documentary proof and photos of works executed and completed under NRDWP, besides showing break up of expenditure division and district-wise from 2015 to 2018. However, the forum said the department could not furnish these documents even after lapse of the mandated period under RTI Act. (Cont’d on p-7)

of Section 377, came when advocate Manoj George, appearing for the Apostolic Alliance of Churches and Utkal Christian Association, submitted that it was the legislature’s job to decide whether to amend or allow Section 377 in the statute book. “The moment we are convinced about violation of the fundamental right, the object of these fundamental rights gives power to the court to strike down the law,” the Supreme Court bench said. George also referred to the term “sexual orientation” and said it cannot be read interchangeably with the term “sex” used in Article 14 and 15 of the Constitution, which deal with the right to equality of the citizen. George said the term sexual orientation was different from the term sex as there have been several kinds of sexual orientation, besides the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer). Section 377 refers to ‘unnatural offences’ and says whoever voluntarily has carnal intercourse against

the order of nature with any man, woman or animal, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term, which may extend to 10 years, and shall also be liable to pay a fine. The Supreme Court had on July 12 said the social stigma and discrimination attached to the LGBTQ community would go if criminality of consensual gay sex is done away with, while maintaining that it would scrutinise the legal validity of Section 377 of the IPC in all its aspects. The Supreme Court had observed that an environment has been created in Indian society over the years that has led to deep-rooted discrimination against the LGBTQ community, which has also adversely impacted its mental health. Earlier, Centre had left it to the Supreme Court to test the constitutional validity of Section 377, urging that issues like gay marriages, adoption and ancillary civil rights of the LGBTQ community should not be dealt by it.

DPON denounces DNC’s allegation

DIMAPUR, JUL 17 (NPN): Dimasa Public Organisation, Nagaland (DPON) has taken umbrage to reports appearing in a section of media about Dimasa National Council having submitted a memorandum to Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh. In a press release, DPON publicity secretary Amon Difoe said the organisation held an emergency meeting to take stock of the situation and clarify on the matter. He said DPON had no knowledge about the existence of Dimasa National Council (DNC) and the demands put forth by it to the Government of India. According to Difoe, the council was formed by few individuals without having the mandate of the people as per reports from Dimasa frontal organisations of Assam. DPON publicity secretary also strongly refuted and condemned the allegation of atrocities alleged to have been committed on the Dimasas of Nagaland by Naga rebels, which was nothing but “a sinister design to create

animosity between indigenous tribes”. He appealed to everyone to avoid misunderstanding on the issue and maintain age-old cordial relationship among tribal communities. DNC: According to Northeast Now report, DNC reiterated its demand for a separate Hirimbapur Autonomous State including return of Dimapur to Assam. DNC president Dhironjay Naiding had said: “We, the members of Dimasa National Council also appraised the Government of the atrocities of the Naga rebels in some parts of our former territory and opposed the demand of separate Nagalim comprising the land of Assam. This move of Nagalim will be resisted at any cost by DNC. We will not lose an inch of our land…” Assam MP: BJP MP from Tezpur Lok Sabha constituency Ram Prasad Sharma on Tuesday demanded that Nagaland should immediately return Dimapur to Assam as it has no legal ownership over the commercial town. His statement came against

the backdrop of DNC’s demand for merger of Dimapur with Assam on Monday. The DNC also submitted a memorandum to Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh in this regard. Talking to Northeast Now Sharma, who is also a lawyer, said, “Lease is a temporary arrangement for a fixed period. Lease cannot give full ownership right. And Nagaland has no ownership right on Dimapur, they should return it immediately.” He requested Assam chief minister Sarbananda Sonowal to claim the territory of present Dimapur district of Nagaland as the territory of Assam. “It was a mauza of Jorhat district. We have to take it back from Nagaland. We should claim the territory of Dimapur,” Sharma said. According to Sharma Dimapur was leased out to Naga Hills for 30 year in 1918 for construction of railway lines. But after the lease period Nagaland continued to occupy the land and even made Dimapur a district ‘on its own’.

Myanmar bars NSCN (K) from singing NCA NPF accuses PDA govt of doing NAYPYIDAW, JUL 17 (AGENCIES): A faction of the NSCN (K) will not be allowed to sign the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement (NCA) because of the ethnic Naga armed group’s core demand for an independent Naga homeland spanning either side of the MyanmarIndia border, according to government spokesperson U Zaw Htay, reports the Myanmar Now, an independent news agency. Zaw Htay was speaking at the Union Peace Conference, taking place 11-16 July in the capital Naypyidaw. The conference, also known as “21st Century Panglong,” is one of a series convened by State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi to build consensus towards a peace accord that would end decades of conflict with an array of ethnic armed groups. NCA, conceived as a foundation stone for the

peace process, was signed between the Myanmar government and eight ethnic armed groups in 2015. They have since been joined by two other groups, but most of the more powerful groups remain outside of the agreement. NSCN (K), who broke ranks with other leaders in the Naga crossborder insurgency, signed a ceasefire with the Myanmar government in 2012 and was allowed to open a liaison office in the town of Hkamti. Khaplang died of ill health last year in Myanmar. Though NSCN (K)’s headquarters are in northwestern Myanmar, close to the Indian border, its main engagements have been with the Indian Army and it has not fought with the Myanmar army since 2012. Responding to an NSCNKhaplang ambush on Indian soldiers in 2015, the Indian government branded it a terrorist group and alleg-

edly conducted cross-border raids on its camps, though the Indian government denied this. India accuses the group of using kidnapping and extortion to fund its activities. The group’s demand for a sovereign Naga homeland, which they call Nagalim, incorporating areas of both India and Myanmar, marks it out from most other ethnic armed groups in Myanmar, which demand autonomy within Myanmar. Like other groups that have not signed the NCA, the NSCN-Khaplang is merely observing the current peace conference in Naypyidaw. “We can’t agree to divide the country. It is difficult to negotiate with groups that hope for a separate country,” said Zaw Htay on July 16. Zaw Htay is also a member of the Union Peace Dialogue Joint Committee (UPDJC) secretariat, which

organises peace talks. However, Zaw Htay said the group itself was not prepared to sign the NCA. Another member of the UPDJC secretariat, U Hla Maung Shwe, said the NSCN-Khaplang could only join the NCA if they abandoned the idea of “separation.” Myanmar’s 2008 Constitution bars any attempt to secede from the Union. About 2 million Naga people, who are predominantly Christian, live in mountainous terrain that spans the northeastern Indian states of Nagaland, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, as well as Sagaing Region in northwestern Myanmar. Myanmar’s Constitution outlines a Naga SelfAdministered Zone comprising the townships of Lahe, Leshi and Nanyun in Sagaing Region, but this provides for minimal autonomy.

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DIMAPUR, JUL 17 (NPN): NPF has accused the PDA government of being a mute spectator even as the condition of the Dimapur-Kohima road has gone from bad to worse due to the ongoing construction work for converting it into a four-lane road, thereby causing immense hardship to commuters of Manipur and Nagaland alike. In a communiqué issued by its media cell, the opposition party expressed resentment at the pathetic condition of the existing two-lane Dimapur-Kohima road and regretted that despite media reports no concrete measures had been initiated by the two construction firms engaged in the construction work – M/s ECI Engineering & Construction Co Ltd and M/s Gayatri Projects Ltd – to ease the woes of

the general public. And the PDA government remained a mute spectator by giving little attention to the issue in the last four months after coming to power, NPF alleged. According to the opposition party, the two construction firms, in response to information sought by leader of opposition TR Zeliang, had clarified on July 15 that if at any point of time the State government felt that they were not doing sufficient maintenance, they could be summoned and instructed by the government for necessary action. As per relevant clause of the contract agreement, the two firms were bound to maintain the existing road at their own cost during the construction period, it pointed out. NPF, therefore, asked the ruling coalition whether

it was of the view that the contractors were taking up maintenance work satisfactorily as per the contract. And, if it not satisfied, why was it silent on the matter till date. The opposition party pointed out that the response of National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL) clearly indicated negligence of PDA government, which was least bothered about completion of the project or the hardship faced by the people. PDA government must realise that it was in the best interest of the State to abandon its practice of shifting blame onto others and rather start focus on welfare issues like the four-lane of DimapurKohima highway, which was lifeline of the States, NPF stated. K Y M C

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DHSK launches 3rd phase of MI

DC Kiphire, Mohammad Ali Shihab speaking at the launching programme. DIMAPUR: District Health Society Kiphire (DHSK) has launched the third phase of Mission Indradhanush (MI) at Kiphire village on July 16. The main objective of

MI was to strengthen Routine Immunization (RI) in the district with the targeted beneficiaries from children 0-2 years, and pregnant mothers who were left out/ drop out.

A press release from district media officer Kiphire (NHM), Atsali T said Deputy Commissioner, Mohammad Ali Shihab, kicked- off the MI-EGSA for Kiphire district. He

BKRMC holds lecture on ‘stress free life’

B.K. Rupa with teachers and other staff of JNV School Kohima on July 15. DIMAPUR: Brahma Kumaris Rajyoga Meditation Centre (BKRMC), Kohima unit coordinator B.K. Rupa gave a lecture on “Stress free life” for teachers of JNV School Kohima on July 15 at the

school. A press release from BKRMC Kohima unit stated that during the lecture, Rupa mentioned three important things which, she said, are always to be kept in mind, the power of ac-

ceptance, let go key, and focus on certain good objectives. She also emphasised on Rajyoga meditation in daily life. Around 22 educational staff, including the principal attended the session.

appealed to all the parents to avail the benefits of immunization to their children. He also thanked the medical team led by DIO Kiphire and Kiphire village council to further enhance Mission Indradhanush in the district. The DC further wished the mission to be more successful for the welfare of the people. The programme was chaired by District Immunization Officer (DIO) Kiphire, Dr. Pewezo Khalo, who gave an overview of the mission. In his keynote address, Khalo mentioned that the programme aimed to achieve 100% immunization coverage of aspirational district, Kiphire. The programme was also aimed to promote full immunization to every child at villages under EGSA. The programme was attended by Seema (RRT W H O ) , v i l l a ge c o u n cil members, DH nurses, BPM, BEE, media officer, ASHA workers, GBs, and participants from Kiphire village.

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news in Brief CM to address AHOD, HODs: State chief minister, Neiphiu Rio, would address the administrative heads of departments (AHoDs) and heads of departments (HoDs) at the secretariat conference hall, Kohima on July 20, 2018 at 2pm. According to an official bulletin, the chief secretary has directed all the AHoDs and HoDs to attend the meeting without fail. NPGN/NNC meeting: NPGN/NNC has convened a meeting on July 19, 10 am. All kilonsers have been requested to attend the meeting. For any queries, one may contact at 8014512353. Workshop for DBs and GBs in Wokha: Wokha District Legal Service Authority (WDLSA) and Wokha Bar Association (WBA) will be conducting workshop for Dobashis (DBs) and Goan Buras (GBs) of Wokha District on July 25, 10 a.m at Wokha town hall. DBA 21st foundation day-cum-body meeting: Dimapur Bar Association (DBA) has convened its 21st foundation Day on July 19, 1 p.m. at DBA hall, Dimapur under the theme “Spirituality in legal arena” with Town Baptist Church Dimapur pastor Vilodi Sakhrie as guest speaker. DBA has also convened a general meeting on the same day which will commence after the foundation day programme. Therefore, all members of DBA, bench and prosecution have been invited at the programme. SKK 1st presidential meet: Sumi Kiphimi Kuqhakulu (SKK) has convened its 1st presidential meeting on July 27 at 11 a.m. at Japfu Hotel, Kohima. All its constituents units president have been requested to attend the meeting. State level training on organic and natural farming: Earth Friendly generation in collaboration with Vishwa

FTC ‘Open Bible Quest’ DIMAPUR: Faith Theological College, Dimapur will be conducting a ‘Written Open Bible Quest’ on September 2, 2 p.m at the college premises at Ura Villa Colony, Circuit House Area, Dimapur. A press release by founder principal, Faith Theological College, Rev. Dr. S. Gangte stated that the written competition was open for people from all religions and from three years and above. The principal has requested school and college authorities, church leaders and hostel wardens/proprietors to send as much as candidates for the written contest. The contest has been categorized into four age groups: group A- 3 to 12 years, group B- 13 to 17 years, group C18 to 34 years, and group D- 35 years and above. The written test portion is from 2 Kings (OT), Titus, Philemon and Hebrews. A registration fee of Rs 50 will be charged for each participant. It added that those interested could register themselves by contacting the exam-in-charge or calling the following numbers: 9856319201, 7005091090, 8837099195,9774870677.

ATI conducts training on noting and drafting skills

DIMAPUR: Three-day training on “noting and drafting skills” got underway at Administrative Training Institute (ATI) Kohima on July 17. A press release by ATI, Dr. Hovithal Sothu stated that, the participants would be trained on the forms and art of noting and drafting of official communications in the government. Altogether, 48 (forty eight) participants from 11 departments are attending the programme. The resource persons for the program were L. Youdang Jamir, additional Different SHGs in Kezo Basa village under Jakhama block came together to pack director (Training) and Dr. Hovithal their vegetables for dispatching to Kohima market on July 17. Farmers had also Sothu, deputy director (Training) urged upon the government to find out proper market linkage and construct and coordinated by Dr. Hovithal Sothu. market shed in Kohima especially for the Southern Angami farmers.

NU Sociology deptt informs DIMAPUR: Department of Sociology, Nagaland University has informed that entrance test for admission to M.A program in Sociology 2018, Nagaland University Hqrs; Lumami will be held on July 24 at 10:30 am in the Department of Sociology. A press release by convenor, admission committee, Dr Temjensosang further informed that candidates who have applied for the same advised to check the university website; www. Nagaland Tourism and Art & Culture minister, H. Khehovi Yepthomi nagaland university.ac.in, calling on the Union Minister of State for Tourism (IC), Alphons for detail information about Kannanthanam in New Delhi on Tuesday. the entrance test.

DDLSA organizes National Lok Adalat DIMAPUR: Dimapur District Legal Services Authority (DDLSA) organized National Lok Adalat on July 14. Altogether, 57 numbers of cases relating to the bank loans, motor accident claims cases were settled. The Lok Adalat was held at District Court premises, Dimapur, and attended by the financial institutions, insurance companies and public utility services like BSNL. A total settlements amounting to Rs. 1,54,16,910 relating to motor accident claims ,bank loans and BSNL claims were settled to the satisfaction of all concerned. The Lok Adalats are conducted on a regular basis by DDLSA and public have been encouraged to avail these serMembers of DDLSA and others at the National Lok Adalat. vices for their benefit.

ATMA inaugurates farm schools

ATMA Kobulong block, Mokokchung DIMAPUR: ATMA, Kobulong block, Mokokchung inaugurated a farm school on banana at Mangkolong, Mopungchuket village on July 17. A press release from ATMA Kobulong block stated that Tsukjemzulu whose farm spreads over two hectare was appointed K

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as the farm school teacher. Nuksunginla Jamir (ATM) delivered the concept and operationalization of farm school. Training on improved agronomic practices on banana production was also conducted, where resource person Mapusenla horticulture

ATMA Bhandari block extension assistant covered wide range of topics from selection of planting material to harvesting, pest and diseases of banana and its management. She encouraged the farmers on using tissue culture plants for planting because of its many advantages and also emphasized on biological

Yuvak Kendra New Delhi would be organizing twoday state level training programme on organic/natural farming for the NGOs, VOs, CBOs, govt. dept., etc of Nagaland on July 23 and 24, 9:30 am -3:30 pm at the state Institute of rural development conference hall, Kohima. LEED general meeting: Lotha Eloe Ekhung Dimapur (LEED) has convened a general meeting on July 21 at 10 am at Lotha HoHo Ki, DC court junction Dimapur. The Ekhung has informed that the attendance will be mandatory and for that all village units should be represented by at least one office bearer. DEO Dimapur informs schools on national competitions: District Education Officer Dimapur (DEO), R Amongla Jamir has informed all government and private schools under Dimapur district that Petroleum Conservation Research Association (PCBA) would be organising a national competition 2018 on painting, essay writing and quiz for school children to promote awareness on conservation of petroleum products. Interested schools can login to www.prcacompetitions.org or www.prca.org/competitions.html; or one may contact PRCA on -011-26715360 or contact@ prcacompetitions,org or DEO Dimapur at 8787880482. The last date of entry is on or before September 30. KUD joint emergency meeting: Kewhimia Union Dimapur (KUD) has convened a joint emergency meeting of the finance committee and the executive committee on July 20 at 4 p.m. at KUD guest house, Bank colony Dimapur. Finance committee members, all office bearers, area representatives, unit presidents and general secretaries of Chumukedima and Diphupar, woman and youth organisation have been asked to attend the meeting.

control of pest and disease. Altogether 20 farmers attended the programme. ATMA Bhandari: An inaugural program for a Fishery farm school was organized by ATMA Bhandari Block, on July 9 at Bhandari village in the presence of D.S.C.O, Wokha, Litemo Murry.

A press release from ATMA Bhandari Block, SDO (Sc) & BTT convener, Chumbeni Odyuo stated that in her welcome speech, she shared on the ongoing fish import problems, disadvantages of eating inorganic fish and advantages of eating organic fish. D.S.C.O, Wokha, Litemo Murry also shared on the experiences of other fish farmers who use locally available resources like tapioca for rearing organic fish. The farm school teacher and owner of the farm school, Nchumbemo Odyuo shared from his experiences of fish rearing. The program ended with a remark from the chairperson who encouraged the participants to take up organic fish rearing on a commercial scale so that import of inorganic and treated fish could be stopped and replaced by healthy organic fish. The program was sponsored by ATMA, Wokha.

Workshop on dairy entrepreneurship

The dairy entrepreneurship development scheme workshop in progress in Mokokchung. DIMAPUR: NABARD, regional office, Dimapur organized a one-day district level workshop on Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (DEDs) in Mokokchung on July 16. A press release by DDM, NABARD, regional office, Dimapur, S. Amarjit Mangang stated that he highlighted the status of dairy development in the district and the infrastructure available for dairy farming. He shared the

details of the area development scheme prepared by NABARD for developing dairy and pig farming in the district. He asked banker to come forward and finance the projects under ADS. In the program, deputy chief veterinary and animal husbandry officer, Mokokchung, B.M Sunep, stated that agriculture and animal husbandry activities held the key to human survival. He shared on the important and basic

principles of rearing dairy animals and further spoke on the scope and potential of dairy development in the district. Dr. Tiachuba, manager, Mini Dairy Plant, Mokokchung also talked about the current status of the plant and the initiatives planned for the year for dairy farmers. The workshop was attended by branch managers, milk union, DEDs beneficiaries and farmers. K

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WEATHER FORECAST July 18

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Agartala A p.m. t-storm in the area

34 26

Brief afternoon showers

29 22

Aizawl

Guwahati A p.m. thunderstorm in spots 33 26 Imphal

Cloudy, a t-storm in spots

31 22

Itanagar A t-storm around in the a.m.

32 24

Shillong Cloudy, a shower or t-storm

26 19

Cloudy, a stray thunderstorm

26 20

Dimapur Cloudy, a stray thunderstorm

32 24

Kohima

A p.m. thunderstorm or two

28 21

Tuensang A t-storm around in the p.m.

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Mkg Wokha

A p.m. thunderstorm in spots 27 22

Zunheboto A p.m. t-storm in the area

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AAA team members along with management and staff of the college.

DIMAPUR: Academic and Administration, Audit (AAA) team members deputed by directorate of Higher Education, Kohima, Government of Nagaland, comprising of convenor, Dr Ranjan Kumar Behera, and members Dr. Watijungshi Jamir and Dr. Visakhono Hibo inspected St Joseph College, Jakhama on July 17. During the reception ceremony at conference hall, the team was welcomed by assistant professor, department of English, James H. K. Members of the AAA team were also given time to express their views.

Later, presentations were made by the principal of SJC, Rev. Fr. Dr. Sebastian Ousseparampil; IQAC Coordinator, Fr. George Anthony; and Library Committee headed by Rev. Fr. Joy Thomas. Other important presentations of the eleven departments of the college were also made. The team members inspected various facilities like library, language lab., waste management, auditorium, playground, counselling centre, museum, botanical garden, mini zoo, health centre, NCC offices, canteens etc.

The team also held separate interactions with the students’ body, nonteaching staff, and the teaching staff. The visit came to an end with an exit meeting, during which the members of the AAA team presented their observations and assessment of the day. According to assistant professor, department of English, James H. K, the team members were confident that St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama would be granted Autonomous Status when UGC Inspection team visits the college in August, 2018, as scheduled.

Tetso College launches first college app

(TSC) with monetary collection from students, was graced by vice chancellor of Nagaland University, professor Pradeshi Lal as the guest of honor. According to college director administration, Kvulo Lorin on the occasion scholarships was

awarded to 67 students. Governor of Nagaland’s Dr. T Ao Scholarship Award was also announced at the program. Professor Pradeshi Lal in his keynote address discussed the importance of education and advised the students to not aim only for the academic gold medal but to participate in extracurricular activities and get involved in sports. Kvulo Lorin stated that 600 students from all districts of Nagaland, out of which 6 toppers from the NBSE top ten list had joined Tetso College. Earlier, the principal of Tetso College welcomed fresher’s into the Tetso family. The felicitation and awards was presided by Mhabeni Tungoe, dean of Tetso College and hosted by Khyochamo Yanthan of 5th Semester and Josaingdi Khemprai of 3rd semester. Students also showcased their talents, including a surprise performance by the band ‘Colored Keys’.

Upgrade Zunheboto district hospital: ZSTH to government

DC Zunheboto convenes meeting for I-Day

Tetso College 24th Fresher’s Day: Salvete 2018 underway on July 16.

DIMAPUR: Tetso College has launched Nagaland’s first college app during its 24th Fresher’s Day celebration “Salvete 2018” on July 16. The app was developed in-house and is available for download on the android Google Playstore. It will be available for

download for apple users next week. The app can be used by parents, students or people who want more information to keep track of college news, pay fees online and more. The freshers meet, organized by the newly elected Tetso Student Council

Members of ZSTH during their visit to Zunheboto District Hospital.

DIMAPUR: Zunheboto Sümi Totimi Hoho (ZSTH) has reiterated its appeal to the State government to upgrade Zunheboto District Hospital and provide the required manpower and infrastructure. In a press release, ZSTH president, Boholi H. Awomi and general secretary, Hukashi R. Awomi stated that ZSTH members visited Zunheboto District Hospital on July 16 and K Y M C

was surprised to find only four doctors on duty. ZSTH pointed out that on several occasions Sümi apex organizations have appealed to the state government to upgrade the hospital. However, ZSTH lamented that in spite of several assurances “very less has been done”. ZSTH fur ther appealed to the government to see that Zunheboto District Hospital has the

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required manpower, infrastructure and equipments. The hoho also informed that in its visit to Chief Medical Officer (CMO) office at 11 a.m. it was found that none of the staff has turned up. In this regard, ZSTG has urged staff of Zunheboto District Hospital and CMO Office to be regular and punctual and give proper services to the public.

DIMAPUR: Deputy Commissioner, Zunheboto, Shanavas C has called for a meeting with all head of departments and schools and civil representatives on July 20 at 11 a.m. in D.C’s Conference Hall to chalk out the programme for Independence Day celebration on August 15. The following officials have been requested to attend the meeting: Superintendent of Police, Zunheboto; commandant, 5 AR Zunheboto, commandant, 8 NAP Naltoqa; Commandant, 111 BN BSF Satakha; all HODs in Zunheboto; president, Sumi Hoho, Zunheboto; president, STH (Zunheboto); President, SKK ; chairman, GB’s Association, Zunheboto Town; all principals and headmasters of Colleges and Schools; all Sector GB’s, Zunheboto; PA to DC and Head DB Zunheboto; Ex-Servicemen, c/o Zila Sainik Welfare Officer Zunheboto; and President NCC, Zunheboto unit.

SASU demands installation of BAS in schools

DIMAPUR: To check irregularities and absence of teachers, Seyochung Area students’ Union (SASU) has demanded that the government to install biometric attendance system (BAS) and CCTV cameras in schools. The union lamented that irregularities and absence of teachers and lack of punctuality was affecting the students as they were left without quality education and proper guidance. In this regard, the union in a press release by its president, K. Chumseli Anar and general secretary Holise said that it will conduct surprise checking in all the school under its jurisdiction and warned erring teachers of stringent action. The union also cautioned the teachers that their service were liable for termination if found absent from duty more than one month without leave or found engaging proxy teachers. SASU also said that it has abolished proxy teachers in every school under its jurisdiction. The union therefore warned that upon detection of such activities, the matter would be reported to the higher authority, and for which SASU would not be held responsible.

KBHSS Kohima organises cultural day-cum-literary week

Students in their traditional attires at the cultural day-cum-literary week.

DIMAPUR: Khedi Baptist Higher Secondar y School (KBHSS) Kohima Village organised cultural day-cum-literary week on Tuesday under the theme “Venturing Visions” at the School Auditorium. A press release by KBHSS stated that guest speaker, Nagaland University, associate professor (English department), Dr. Thejayano Sekhose, delib-

erated on the importance of culture and added that it was essential for the students to learn and know their roots. She also emphasised on the need to focus more on mother tongue and also encouraged the students to give their best in everything that they do. T h e p r o g r a m wa s chaired by convenor of the cultural and literary committee, Teisovise Khruomo,

invocation by Khedi Baptist Kehou, Associate Pastor Dr. Ruokuovilie Sachii and keynote address by Co-convenor of the cultural and literary committee, Anukho Resu. Folk songs and folklore were presented by the students; traditional couple show of each tribe was showcased which was followed by various folk dances.

YWC conducts Swachh bharat summer internship DIMAPUR: Youth Welfare Club (YWC) under the aegis of Nehru Yuva Kendra, Ministry of Youth affairs and Sport, Government of India carried out various activities of Swachta for 100 hours during May-July 2018. The swachh bharat summer internship 2018 was carried out under the supervision of K. Phyobemo Lotha, District Nodal Officer SBSI NYK Dimapur. A press release from Yo u t h We l f a r e C l u b president A Shyerhunlo Lorin, said that the team of youngsters took up the challenge and understood the various task under the theme “Team up to Clean up”. The young team carried out activities spreading awareness campaign in school, construction of toilet, street cleaning. It may be noted that Youth Welfare Club is a group of liked minded Youth formed with the aim to inspire in action through volunteerism.

Newly appointed Inspector General of Assam Rifles (North), Maj Gen Pradeep C Nair, YSM called on Governor Acharya at Raj Bhavan on July 17. The governor wished Maj Gen Nair the best in his new assignment.

Nagaland chief minister, Neiphiu Rio with the members of Nagaland Garo Tribal Council (NGTC), Kachari Tribal Council Nagaland (KTCN), Kuki Inpi Nagaland (KIN) and Karbi Union Nagaland (KUN) after a joint meeting in Dimapur on July 17. The unions apprised the chief minister of the various issues faced by their respective communities and also submitted a memorandum. After a patient hearing, the chief minister told the gathering that the government would study the issues raised by them.

3-day Dakshata training in Kiphire

Kichu, consultant UNICEF, and DAKSHATA ToTs - Dr. Pewezo Khalo, Dr.T. Y. Apila, (MS), Tsupenthong, Asangla and Lentsothsi. All together 16 participants including two MOs attended the training.

Training of Dakshata underway in Kiphire.

DIMAPUR: Three-day Dakshata training for high priority districts (HPDs) was held at CMO conference hall, Kiphire from July 12-14. Dakshata is an initiative of the Government of India to improve the quality of maternal and newborn care during the intra-and immediate postpartum period. Dr. Bendangla Longkumer, Addl Director Health & Family Welfare Nagaland delivered the keynote address and underscored the importance of antenatal care. She also

appealed to all the pregnant women to avail the services at the nearest health care centre. She said Dakshata programme will uplift the quality care to pregnant women. District programme officer (UIP & RCH), Dr. K. Pewezo Khalo delivered the welcome address and appealed to all the participants to reciprocate this programme into reality and provide the service at the grass root level. The programme was chaired by Ahieto Tase, DPM Kiphire and was facilitated by Dr. Longri K Y M C

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Imphal witness spate of protests Prohibitory orders issued; 12 students hurt in police crackdown

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IMPHAL, Jul 17: Following spate of protests in Imphal on Tuesday, authorities of Manipur government have imposed restrictions to gathering of people at some important places in Imphal with immediate effect. Imphal city witnessed a series of protests by various organizations and political parties Tuesday. While students under the aegis of the Democratic Students Alliance of Manipur (DESAM) staged demonstration against excessive meted out by the police, members of Extrajudicial Execution Victim Families Association Manipur (EEVFAM) stormed the CBI office in Imphal demanding speedy justice in infamous Sanijt-Rabina killing case. Opposition Congress carried out a motor-cycle rally on the streets in Imphal demanding BJP-led coalition government to resolve four crucial issues including the crisis in the Manipur University while Communist Party of India (CPI) Manipur State Council staged a demonstration against selling fertilizers at

Students burn effigies during a protest in Imphal on Tuesday. (NP)

higher prices to farmers. In separate orders issued by the district magistrates of Imphal East and Imphal West, authorities have prohibited gathering of five or more people in front of Imphal Raj Bhavan, chief minister’s secretariat complex, and places and streets leading to the official residences of the two VIPs. The district magistrates further deputed duty magistrates in these prohibited places while directing the state police department to detail additional police force

in these areas until further orders, an official source said. The prohibitory orders issued under section 144 of CrPC came up close to the heel of a spate of protests, particularly from the students’ bodies in these areas Tuesday and 48-hour state wide bandh call given by the agitating Manipur University Students’ Union (MUSU). The bandh call was given to protest police action against students protesting in front of Raj Bhavan and BJP office. Various

student bodies, civil society organizations have extended their supports to the bandhcall due to begin Tuesday night. Meanwhile, as many as 12 more students sustained injuries as police continued its crackdown against the students agitating under the aegis of the Democratic Students’ Alliance of Manipur (DESAM). Angered by police action against students, students led by DESAM volunteers demonstrated in front of the Western Gate of Kangla Fort.

The slogan shouting students also burnt effigies of Union HRD minister Prakash Javedkar, state chief minister N Biren Singh and Manipur University VC Prof AP Pandey despite warning by police. When police started cane-charging, a scuffle broke out inflicting minor injuries to some students which need no medical attention, Irate over the police action, the students proceeded towards chief minister bungalow where police once again cane-charged them as they attempted to storm the bungalow. In the scuffle, at least 12 students including a girl sustained injuries and was rushed to different hospitals in Imphal. M e a n w h i l e, m e m bers of EEVFAM Tuesday stormed the CBI (Central Bureau of Investigation) in Imphal’s Lamphelpat. The members were demanding speedy justice to the infamous July 23, 2009 broad daylight fake encounter at Khwairamband Bazar in which a pregnant housewife Th Rabina and a former insurgent Ch Sanjit were killed by state police commando personnel.

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MEA mulls comic book series on foreign ties in local languages GUWAHATI, JUL 17 (AGENCIES): Ministry of external affairs (MEA) is contemplating bringing out a comic book series in local languages on India’s relations with neighbouring countries to enable people to understand the connect established through various diplomatic initiatives. “We are considering the prospect of bringing out such a comic book series in local languages for the common people to understand our diplomatic initiatives better,” Raveesh Kumar, official spokesperson and joint secretary (external publicity), MEA, said at the ministry’s engagement with the regional media here on Tuesday. “Besides, under SAMEEP (Students and MEA Engagement Programme), we are also encouraging officers to visit the schools they once studied in and make presentations on the initiatives taken by the ministry so that a connect is established with students,” Kumar said. As it is, the MEA in its efforts to shed the “elitist tag” associated with it, is reaching out to the grassroots for a strong connect with the common people, and more importantly, bring

foreign policy closer to the ground. “The efforts to bring the domain of foreign policy closer to the ground are being carried out through Videsh Aaya Pradesh ke Dwaar, which is a part of the enhanced public diplomacy outreach to take the objectives of India’s foreign policy to common people,” Kumar said. He said that with so many newspapers in the country, and large chunk of it in the regional medium, there is a lot of space for the MEA to engage. This is the MEA’s second engagement with the regional media organisations after it launched the first-of-its-kind initiative in Hyderabad in March this year. “With Guwahati being the gateway to the Northeast, we thought that the city was the ideal destination for the second engagement with the regional media. The region is very important as it shares borders with many nations for which we have continuously sought inputs from political leaders for policy formulation,” Kumar said. The ministry, through direct interaction with the local media, seeks to com-

municate foreign policy priorities in simple terms, highlight the benefits accruing to the common people through diplomatic efforts and bring the domain of foreign policy closer to people. “We want to take the initiatives of the government of India to the people. Besides, as part of the Act East Policy announced by the government, our focus is on Assam and Northeast, which is why we have embolden the engagement process,” Madhumita Hazarika Bhagat, joint secretary, MEA and national coordinator, Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, said. “We want to project the region’s concerns through diplomatic ventures and also boost cooperation with ASEAN in regard to several ongoing projects so that the Northeast benefits. Through our relations with China, we can share meteorological data on the Brahmaputra river which will provide useful information on agriculture, weather, etc,” Bhagat said. Besides, through foreign policy, she said, we also endeavour to improve connectivity between Northeast and the rest of India and the world.

APCC seeks guv’s intervention M’laya govt plans to erect statues of legendary leaders in the TAH compensation scandal Correspondent

Itanagar, Jul 17 (PTI): The Ar unachal Pradesh PCC Tuesday sought the early intervention of Gover nor Brig (Retd) B D Mishra in the Trans Arunachal Highway (TAH) compensation scam and urged him to direct the state government to hand over the case to CBI or any other central investigation agency. A Congress delegation led by the PCC president Takam Sanjoy submitted a memorandum to the governor apprising him of the embezzlement while disbursing compensation to beneficiaries in portions of TAH in Lower Subansiri and Kamle districts of the state, a party release informed here.

The governor assured the delegation to look into the matter at his own level and to take it up with the Centre as well as the state government. He also said that the corrupt should not be spared at any cost irrespective of any political party. Special Investigation Cell (Vigilance) sleuths had arrested the former Lower Subansiri deputy commissioner Kemo Lollen, district land revenue and settlement officer Bharat Lingu and businessman Likha Maj for their alleged involvement in the compensation scam in the Joram to Koloriang portion of the TAH on July 3 last.

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AFFIDAVIT

I, Mr. Momansham Charanga, S/o Shri. Moranshim Charanga, aged about 22 years, resident of H/No. 110, Signal Lhomithi Village, Dist. - Dimapur, Pin - 797112, State - Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as under : 1) That I am a bonafide citizen of India and as such competent to swear this affidavit. 2) That as per my educational documents my father's name has been inadvertently out of ignorance entered/recorded as 'Moramshim Charanga'. 3) That my father's actual name should be read as 'Moranshim Charanga'. 4) That both the names 'Moranshim Charanga' and 'Moramshim Chranga' pertain to one and the same person i.e my father. 5) That I have sworn this affidavit for the purpose of rectifying my father's name to as 'Moranshim Charanga' for documentary proof before the concerned authority. 6) That the averments in the foregoing paras 1-5 are correct and true to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing material is concealed therein and I signed this affidavit on this the 17th day of July 2018. Deponent Solemnly affirmed and sworn before me. Notary Public Regd. No. 968/18, Date : 17/07/2018 DP-5310

Lollen during his tenure as deputy commissioner is alleged to have been involved in gross irregularities in the assessment and disbursement of compensation in the TAH project. The defrauding involved inclusion of fake and nonexistent persons to whom compensation had been awarded. The state government had constituted a high level fact-finding committee headed by the home commissioner to look into the allegations following the protests.

Shillong, Jul 17: The Meghalaya government is mulling acquiring spaces for erecting statues of legendary tribal leaders who had rebelled against the British in Khasi, Jaiñtia and Garo regions much earlier than India’s First War of Independence in 1857. Meghalaya Urban Affairs minister and former Khasi Students Union (KSU) leader, Hamletson Dohling made the announcement at the commemoration of 183rd death anniversary of U Tirot Sing Syiem, the Khasi Chief of Hima Nong-

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE ADDITIONAL DEPUTY COMMISSIONER PFUTSERO : NAGALAND

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Dated Pfro, the 16th July 2018 NOTICE Whereas, Mr. Vikesel Pucho, H/o Lt. Kethozonu, Steno, PWD (R&B) Pfutsero under Phek District has applied for issue of Succession Certificate under the Indian Succession Act 1925 to draw the service benefits, family pension, bank A/c etc. belonging Lt. Kethozonu, Steno, PWD (R&B) of Upper PWD Council, Kohima: Nagaland, who expired on 6th August 2017. Therefore, notice is hereby issued inviting any claims and objections from the public pertaining to the above mentioned property and the same to be submitted to the office of the Additional Deputy Commissioner Pfutsero, within a period of 30 days from issue of this notice. In the event of this office not receiving any claims and objections within the stipulated time, Succession Certificate will be issued to the applicant as prayed for. Zeneikhonuo Vimero Additional Deputy Commissioner Pfutsero

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need to respect our leaders, and pass on the spirit to our younger generations so that they know how to respect and pay tribute to our legendary leaders,” Dohling said. The commemoration was also observed at the native place of U Tirot Sing at Nongkhlaw, by the Hima Nongkhlaw. Other organizations like the Hynñiewtre p Youth Council (HYC) also commemorated the day and renewed their commitment to fight against forces

AFFIDAVIT Regd. No. 2822/18 Date . 03/07/18 (Rectification/Correction Names) I, Shri/Smti Dr THEPFUSANO D AONOK @ Dr THEPFUSANO AONOK and Dr LULU W/o Dr SENDIMEREN AONOK of presently residing at B-1 New Minister Hill Kohima, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as follows 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India. 2. That in some of the documents my name has been recorded as Dr THEPFUSANO D AONOK and in some documents recorded as Dr THEPFUSANO AONOK and in some other documents including Voters ID Card my name has been Dr LULU (Pet name) hence, the stated name represents the same person having single identity i.e. myself. 3. That henceforth I herewith rectified the same and declares that my official name will be Dr THEPFUSANO D AONOK for all references. 4. That the above statements made are true to the best of my knowledge and no material facts has been concealed herein. And I signed this affidavit before the competent authority on 3 July 2018 at Kohima, Nagaland. DEPONENT K-2118

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Notice is hereby given that Shri/Smti. Late Thepfukielie Kerhu-o -Vrs- Shri. Dolie Kerhu-o resident of Master Colony Kuda Village Town/ Village in the District of Dimapur, Nagaland under Rule 50 & 51 of Assam Land Revenue Regulation 1886 have applied for Mutation of land described in the schedule below:The undersigned under Rule 52 of the said Rules do hereby invites claims/objections concerning to the said land, if any & should be submitted to this Court in writing on or before 9/8/18. SCHEDULE OF LAND AND BOUNDARY Name of Patta Holder : Shri. Thepfukielie Village /Town Block No. : Nagarjan, Patta No. : 329, Dag No. : 37/493, Area : 13B-00K-05Ls. North : D. Colorey (Abu), South : Neibu, East : Nallah, West : Road. DP-5296

khlaw. Dohling said he would initiate the move that the state government should find spaces within Shillong city to erect statues of leaders who fought against the British - U Tirot Sing Syiem, U Kiang Nangbah and Pa Togan Nengminza Sangma. U Tirot Sing started the revolt against the British on April 4, 1829 after they attempted to take over control of the Khasi Hills. “As a community, we

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Notice is hereby given that Shri/Smti- 1) Keneth Kerhuo 2) Shri. Thepfulielie Kerhuo 3) Shri. Dieselie Kerhuo 4) Theja-O Kerhuo 5) R. Kuovio Kerhuo 6) Shri. K. Lezo -Vrs- Shri. Kezhalezo Kerhuo successor of his father Late Keneth Kerhuo in the joint Patta/Jamabandi alongwith the 5 (five) other co-pattadars i.e, 1) Shri. Thepfulielie Kerhuo 2) Shri. Dieselie Kerhuo 3) Theja-O Kerhuo 4) R. Kuovio Kerhuo 5) Shri. K. Lezo resident of Kuda village in the District of Dimapur, Nagaland under Rule 50 & 51 of Assam Land Revenue Regulation 1886 have applied for Mutation of land described in the schedule below:The undersigned under Rule 52 of the said Rules do hereby invites claims/ objections concerning to the said land, if any & should be submitted to this Court in writing on or before 9/8/18. SCHEDULE OF LAND AND BOUNDARY Name of Patta Holder : 1) Keneth Kerhuo 2) Shri. Thepfulielie Kerhuo 3) Shri. Dieselie Kerhuo 4) Theja-O Kerhuo 5) R. Kuovio Kerhuo 6) Shri. K. Lezo Kerhuo, Village /Town Block No. : Nagarjan, Patta No. : 330, Dag No. : 36, 38, 39, 129, Area : 33B-04K-12Ls. North : K. Kire, South : Peseyie/Neibo Nagi, East : K. Kire, West : Nallah. Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur : Nagaland. DP-5296

that attempt to weaken the identity of the indigenous tribes. Tirot Sing, the syiem (chief) of Hima Nongkhlaw in West Khasi Hills, is recognised as the foremost freedom fighter in Khasi hills. On April 2, 1829, U Tirot Sing and his men attacked a British garrison, giving rise to the AngloKhasi War. Tirot Sing was captured and deported to Dhaka where he died on July 17, 1835.

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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 pension benefits of Late Puthem Khiamngan has been applied by Smti. Muthiam Khiamniungan, W/o Lt. Puthem Khiamngan R/o H.No Ward No. 7 (A) Chumukedima, Dimapur, Nagaland for possession of : 1. Pension benefits. 2. SBI A/C who expired on 28.06.2018 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 18th Aug 2018. Given under the hand and seal of the court on this 17th July 2018. DP-5320

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DECLARATION I, Shri. Khetoi L. Yeptho, S/o Lhoixu Yeptho, permanent & presently residing at Suruhuto Town, Zunheboto, solemnly affirm and declare an oath as hereunder : 1. That I am a citizen of India, resident of the above mentioned address. 2. That I am a Govt. employee serving as S.O-II, PWD (R&B) Atoizu Division. 3. That my name is inadvertently entered/recorded as Khetoi L. Yepthomi in my Class-X Passed Certificate & Diploma Clearance Certificate, Khetoi in my Diploma Registration Certificate & Admit Card, Khetoi Yeptho in my Provisional Certificate & Diploma Overall Marksheet, Khetoi C. Yepthomi in my HSLC Admit Card, Marksheet & Appointment Order, Khetoi C. Yeptho in my Confirmation of Appointment, L. Khetoi Yeptho in my Govt. ID Card but my actual name is Khetoi L. Yeptho which is recorded in my SBI passbook bearing A/C No. 33084883607 and Driving Licence. 4. That the name Khetoi L. Yepthomi, Khetoi, Khetoi Yeptho, Khetoi C. Yepthomi, Khetoi C. Yeptho, L. Khetoi Yeptho and Khetoi L. Yeptho are same and one person which is referred to me. 5. Henceforth, I shall use my name as Khetoi L Yeptho for all other official purpose & future correspondence. 6. That the statements made in para 1-5 are true to the best of my knowledge & nothing material is concealed herein. Deponent Solemnly sworn & declare before me on this 3 rd day of Feb 2016 at Zunheboto. Notary Public Regd. No. 082/16, Date : 03/02/2016 DP-5267

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Two minors raped in separate incidents; 22 persons arrested 5 boys rape 8-year-old girl in Uttarakhand

The accused are in the age group of 23-66 and were working in the apartment complex as plumbers, lift operators, security guard and others. C h e n na i / D e h r a dun, Jul 17 (IANS/ AGENCIES): Seventeen persons, mostly service staff in an apartment complex, were arrested for sexually assaulting a minor hearing impaired girl for seven months, police said on Tuesday. The accused are in the age group of 23-66 and were working in the apartment complex as plumbers, lift operators, security guard and others. The minor girl is the daughter of a resident in the apartment complex. The accused have been charged under Indian Penal Code provisions and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. A court here remanded them in judicial custody till July 31. The matter came to light when the girl narrated her ordeal to her elder sister on Monday and their parents were informed. A police complaint was lodged

by the girls’ parents. The girl, who is hearing-impaired and lives with her parents in the largely unoccupied 300-apartment complex, was allegedly sedated and given spiked soft drinks by the attackers. The police say she was also blackmailed with videos of the assault. A 66-year-old lift operator was the first to attack the girl after she returned from school and was cycling around the complex, the police said. He allegedly invited other men, who filmed each other raping the child. The accused men allegedly took the girl to various places in the complex, including the basement, terrace, gym and public restrooms. The rapes were revealed when the girl confided in her older sister, who in turn told their parents. The family lodged a police complaint on Sunday. Meanwhile DMK leader M.K. Stalin in a statement

said the accused should be tried and given severe punishment.

Lawyers attack accused on Chennai court premises

Lawyers at the Additional City Civil Court in Chennai attacked the 17 accused in a child rape case as they were being brought out of the court hall. Although a heavy posse of police personnel were on the court premises, a group of lawyers beat the accused on the corridor. Police managed to retrieve a few accused from hands of agitating lawyers and pushed them inside the Family Court and CBI court. Tension prevails now as lawyers refused to allow the accused free passage. Additional Commissioner of Police H.M.Jayaram and Joint Commissioner of Police T.S. Anbu are at the scene with fresh reinforcements

Five boys allegedly raped an eight-year-old girl in their neighbourhood when her parents were not at home in Sahaspur, the police said today. During questioning by police, the boys, aged between nine to 14 years, said that they had watched pornography on a mobile phone two days before committing the crime, a police official said. The alleged incident, that took place on July 12, came to light late on saturday evening when the victim’s parents reported the matter to the police. The accused boys were detained and they were remanded to a juvenile home by Chief Magistrate of Juvenile Justice Board Bhavdeep Rawat. According to the police official, the girl was playing outside her house, when the boys lured her to an empty house, which belonged to one of the accused, by offering her chocolates and gangraped her. The girl’s parents who were not at home when the incident took place. They got suspicious when the child did not take dinner and was unusually silent. When asked by her mother, the girl told her about here ordeal, the police said. Expressing shock over the incident, the chief magistrate of the juvenile justice board said it was an indication of the dangerous consequences of free access to Internet and advised parents to keep mobile phones out of the reach of children.

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SC refuses to intervene in TN’s 69% quota case New Delhi, Jul 17 (AGENCIES): Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to intervene in a petition filed by two successful NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) candidates from Tamil Nadu that claimed the 69% reservation in professional college seats in the State amounted to “excessive restriction” and discrimination against forward community students. A Bench of Justices Arun Mishra and S. Abdul Nazeer gave liberty to petitioners B. Muthuramakrishnan and M. Sathyanarayanan to either approach the Madras High Court or file an intervening application in pending matters in the apex court challenging the 69% reservation. The students, represented by senior advocate Guru Krishnakumar and advocate B. Sivabalamurugan, argued that the 69% quota was against the fundamental right enshrined in the Constitution that no person should be discriminated against in the name of his or her caste, religion, gender, sex, etc. The petition said the the apex court capped the reservation at 50%. Consequently, Tamil Nadu passed law enabling 69% reservation. The law was included in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution. The Backward Class Commission, which was directed to assess the justifiability of 69% reservation on objective criteria, filed a report in July 2011. The petition said the report was without any objective criteria and simply confirmed the 69% reservation on the basis of the Amba Shankar Commission report of 1985.

Mayawati sacks BSP leader for insulting Rahul Gandhi

BSP National Co-ordinator Jai Prakash Singh at a party meeting in Lucknow on Monday. (PTI) Lucknow, Jul 17 (PTI): BSP chief Mayawati today sacked newly-appointed party vice-president Jai Prakash Singh, a day after the latter said Congress president Rahul Gandhi could never succeed in Indian politics because his mother was a foreigner. Mayawati said she took Singh’s “personal views” against the leadership of a rival political party very seriously and was removing him as the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) national vicepresident with immediate effect. At a meeting of BSP workers here yesterday, Singh had said if Rahul Gandhi was like his father (former prime minister late Rajiv Gandhi), there was some hope. However, he had followed the footsteps of his mother, Sonia Gandhi, who was a foreigner, and would therefore, never succeed

in Indian politics, the BSP leader had added. Singh, who hails from western Uttar Pradesh, was appointed as the BSP vicepresident in May. Mayawati said Singh’s remarks reflected his personal opinion and were against the party’s culture. “I came to know that yesterday, he (Singh) made a statement against the top national leadership of a rival party, thereby deviating from the policies of the BSP,” she said in a statement. Distancing herself from Singh’s comment, Mayawati noted that he had said a number of “unrestrained things, which is completely against the culture of the BSP”. “Taking this very seriously and in the interest of the party and the BSP movement, our party, which had recently appointed Jai

Prakash Singh as the national vice-president, has, with immediate effect, removed him from the post,” she said. Singh was also removed as the BSP national coordinator, the statement added. Issuing a stern warning to the workers, officebearers and leaders of the party, Mayawati said, “At every meeting, cadre camp and public meeting, one should put forward information about the ideology, policies and movement of the BSP, besides the struggle and principles of eminent personalities belonging to the Dalit community and backward castes. “However, indecent language should not be used against eminent personalities of other parties. In other words, the party workers should not follow the footprints of some madcaps and should not use unrestrained language.” The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister also said that until an electoral alliance was announced by the party in any state, the BSP workers should not comment on it, adding, “In other words, the workers should leave these things to the party high-command.” “The BSP workers should speak about the party’s ideology, principles and movement at every programme. They should speak about the anti-people and faulty policies and wrong style of functioning of other political parties. But they should refrain from making any personal comments against the national leaders and those occupying higher posts (in other political parties),” Mayawati said.

MoC clarifies on baby-selling scandal Swami Agnivesh assaulted in J’khand, blames BJYM, ABVP activists

Mumbai, Jul 17 (PTI): Heavy rains over the past few days has increased the water stock in Maharashtra’s dams by almost 25 per cent from 643.64 thousand million cubic feet (TMC) on July 9 to 804.34 TMC on July 16, state government data has revealed. This rise between July 9-16, of 160.7 TMC, constitutes about 10 per cent of the total storage capacity of the state’s dams which is 1720.09 TMC, an official said. A state Water Resources official said that divisions such as Amravati, Pune and Nagpur had received excess rainfall while regions like Konkan and Nashik had received less rainfall, till July 16, when compared to the same period last year.

Pakur/Ranchi, Jul 17 (PTI): Swami Agnivesh, a nationally prominent 79-year-old social activist, was slapped, kicked around and verbally abused in Jharkhand’s Pakur town today by a mob, which he said belonged to BJPaffiliated youth groups who accused him of speaking against Hindus. In Ranchi, Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das ordered a probe into the incident. Agnivesh was attacked in Pakur as he came out after addressing a press conference. He was going to Littipara to attend a function of the Pahariya tribe. He was in Pakur, about 350 km from the

state capital Ranchi, to attend an event of the Akhil Bharatiya Adim Janjatiya Vikas Samiti, a body of tribals.. “As soon as I came out of the venue, BJYM and ABVP activists attacked me without any provocation. They alleged that I was speaking against Hindus,” Agnivesh told PTI. He was admitted to a hospital in Pakur after the assault and could be seen nursing his injuries. A video of the alleged attack with a large crowd thrashing the social activist and his supporters did the rounds of social media and TV channels. After beating him up, activists raised the slogan, “If one wants to live in India, one has to chant

informing it about the visit. “My colleagues have proof,” he claimed. “The attackers were gathering at the venue so how were the police unaware of it?” he asked. In Ranchi, the chief minister asked the principal secretary (home) to inquire into the incident, according to a government release.

Social activist Swami Agnivesh after he was allegedly assaulted by Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) workers, during his visit to Pakur on Tuesday. (PTI) Vande Mataram”. Asked about the incident, Superintendent of Police Shailendra Prasad Burnwal said he did not have any prior information about Agnivesh’s programme in the district.

However, Agnivesh told TV channels that he had informed the chief minister and the governor about his programme. He said his team had also written to the district administration

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Vol. XXVIII NO. 221 Dimapur, WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 2018

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Mill on paper

hile the government of Nagaland harbours the vision of big investments by investors from outside and pitching the sales with various forms of “incentives”; the ground reality appears to overwhelm all such efforts. Indeed, the big setback to big investments is the continual failure of the white elephant or the Nagaland Pulp and Paper Company (NPPC) at Tuli in Mokokchung district. The revival plan consists of rebuilding/re-furbishment of paper machine, pulping mill, new power plant etc. The Government of India had allocated Rs 100 crore to HPC, as part of revival plan, but only Rs 33 crore was allotted to NPPCL. The amount proved too meagre to clear the pending dues to the vendors and arrears as salary of the paper mill’s employees. In fact, the Christmas gift by the UPA for revival of the Tuli Paper Mill came after two years of processing under the Board of Industrial Financial Reconstruction(BIFR). Unfortunately, the same problem that has caused a premature death in 1993 has ensured that the mill relapse into its second and perhaps final death. The mill was mainly due to the efforts of Naga pioneer officers who wanted to usher in industrialisation in a positive manner. The Mill was a peace packages after the signing of the first cease fire on September 6,1964 with a share equity of 7:1 between the government of India and the state government respectively. The ambitious Tuli paper mill, is a joint venture with the Hindustan Paper Corporation established in 1971. When it was envisioned, the paper mill was to be among the few with the best of technology and had the potential of producing 60,000 MT per annum. The mill could hardly produce 1/6th of the installed capacity when it begun production sometime during the late 70s. As part of the revival package, the UPA government allotted Rs.552.44 crore as revival package. The Hindustan Paper Corportation (HPC), instead of going ahead with whatever that was amount allotted by the government of India to physically revive the mill, began to seek an additional amount of Rs.1241.80 crore for expansion of the plant capacity. HPC also proposed purchase of new machineries and all these pushed the dream beyond reach. Bamboo growers too were hardest hit. And the best that has so far come out of the paper mill is not the end product but the raw material called bamboo chips that are cut by chipper machines. It is learnt that the chips are transported to other paper mills in Assam on the plea that since the Tuli Paper Mill is not yet functional. It means that revival of Tuli Paper Mill has been translated into supplying bamboo chips to other paper mills. Now, with the board of directors of HPC having been recently dissolved and taken over by National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), there is likelihood of the corporation being sold to a recognised bidder in order to clear the corporation’s accumulated dues, including those of NPPCL, unless Government of India intervenes on the matter. HPC, has already referred the matter to NCLT to consider for closure. Unfortunately, the State government’s representative in the board has not confronted HPC with the latter’s harmful decisions that had doomed the mill and making it a mill that exists only in paper.

DailyDevotion The Miracle of Belief My speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of human wisdom… — 1 Corinthians 2:4 Paul was a scholar and an orator of the highest degree; he was not speaking here out of a deep sense of humility, but was saying that when he preached the gospel, he would veil the power of God if he impressed people with the excellency of his speech. Belief in Jesus is a miracle produced only by the effectiveness of redemption, not by impressive speech, nor by wooing and persuading, but only by the sheer unaided power of God. The creative power of redemption comes through the preaching of the gospel, but never because of the personality of the preacher. Real and effective fasting by a preacher is not fasting from food, but fasting from eloquence, from impressive diction, and from everything else that might hinder the gospel of God being presented. The preacher is there as the representative of God— “… as though God were pleading through us…” (2 Corinthians 5:20). He is there to present the gospel of God. If it is only because of my preaching that people desire to be better, they will never get close to Jesus Christ. Anything that flatters me in my preaching of the gospel will result in making me a traitor to Jesus, and I prevent the creative power of His redemption from doing its work. “And I, if I am lifted up…, will draw all peoples to Myself” (John 12:32).

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When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others. ~ Dalai Lama

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AKISTAN’S Supreme Court has sentenced twice popularly elected Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif for 10 years. The general remarks about the verdict is that it is too harsh. Nawaz Sharif, who heard about the judgment in London, has said that he would return to Pakistan. However, sources close to the rulers say that he would be arrested as soon as he lands in the country. Once again it seems that the confrontation between the civilian rulers and the military is building up. Perhaps, the army did not like the way in which the people were beginning to assert themselves. Nawaz Sharif obviously did not want to be tool in the hands of those who vote for the khaki. The army appears to have assessed that Nawaz Sharif ’s return to power would pose a challenge to its authority. Nawaz Sharif has so much wealth at his command that he would have paid even a bigger fine. The Supreme Court was in a quandary. On the one hand, it did not want to provoke the army and, on the other, it wanted to do

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Too harsh a judgment?

justice to Nawaz Sharif. Therefore, it awarded the maximum punishment it could while remaining within the contours of law. I met Nawaz Sharif at his luxurious flat in the heart of London. The opulence did not surprise me because many leaders from the subcontinent have a flat in England. The 150years’ rule by the British had ingrained in their heart that London represented luxury and power. Nawaz Sharif had invited me for breakfast. But the table laid had the best of non-vegetarian dishes. His family had several factories in Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Therefore, it did not come as a surprise to me that his wife and daughter have a flat each in London. As far as Sharif is concerned, no charge has been made against him. He himself has underlined this point. It is difficult to ascertain the veracity of the allegation. When the army has the last word in the country, every allegation has to be taken with a pinch of salt. True, the judiciary in Pakistan has been independent but it

has to avoid any situation that may look like a challenge to the army. It looks that despite all pressures and threats, the death sentence given to Zulfikhar Ali Bhutto was opposed by two judges. They left the country surreptitiously because they feared their elimination. Nawaz Sharif does not want to r u n aw a y Kuldip from the adverse judgment. He has said that he would return to Pakistan and face imprisonment. The elected leaders have to pay this price to stay popular. Otherwise, it would seem that they do not care for the Supreme Court if it gives verdict against them. There was time when people in Pakistan came on to the streets to defend their democratic system from the onslaught by the military which wanted a role in the affairs of the country. Today, the same people want the military to come to their rescue, whatever is left of the democratic structure in their country. This was visibly seen when the popularly-elected Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif met the Chief of

Army Staff, General Raheel Sharif, to request him to assist. Nawaz Sharif thought that he could get away quietly with a civilian Prime Minister seeking military help. But the army had issued an official press release to state that the Prime Minister made the request which the army chief did not accept. The army’s explanation Nayar was that traditionally its role in a democratic setup was to defend the country, not to run it. In fact, the ousted Prime Minister had brought this misery upon himself. His mis-governance had alienated the people. They wanted him and his brother, Punjab chief minister Shahbaz Sharif, to quit and hold mid-term polls. I n s t e a d , N awa z Sharif had a resolution passed by parliament to back him. It did not help the situation because both of his opponents, Imran Khan of Tehreek-i-Insaaf and Qadiri of Pakistan AwamiTehreek (PAT), represented the civil. Some leaders opposing to Nawaz Sharif had demanded a mid-term

poll. Their thinking was that the people must once again decide whether they want Nawaz Sharif or someone else should run the government.Not long ago, Nawaz Sharif had been pulled down by the army from prime ministership. His call on the army chief then to intervene was a full turnabout. But he did not realize that the army would have no hesitation in staging a coup as and when it felt or whenever the situation demanded. That was the reasonwhy Nawaz Sharif brought in parliamentary democracy in his statements to underline that the role of the army could, at best, be only temporary. I met Nawaz Sharif, then chief minister, for the first time in Delhi after partition. It took him no time to tell me that I was from Sialkot. He said that the way in which I spoke Punjabi had a distinctive flavour, a kind of accent, which was confined to theSialkotis. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with Nawaz Sharif at Lahore should have opened a new chapter. Both countries would have fostered not only friendship but taken

steps to benefit the region economically. There should have been trade between the two across the border instead of using Dubai as the place for import and export of capital goods. Modi’s statement after the visit that such an occurrence would be common and they would be coming and going to each other’s country without any protocol is what should have been done earlier. Former Prime Minister Atal BehariVajpayee was a visionary who could think of it. Modi appeared to follow him because soon after his return from Lahore the first thing he did was to call on Vajpayee, representing the liberal face of Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP). The latter is incapacitated but did say by gestures that what Modi did was something which he would have himself done. Modi’s rule should have reflected that spirit. Instead, Nawaz Sharif faces a 10-year imprisonment. People would want some concrete evidence to see that Nawaz Sharif and his family had indulged in corrupt practices.

Post-mortem

Stop illegal appointments once and for all

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n view of the many backdoor appointment years back especially to gazetted post and other good promotional post, there has been lot of resentment as well as representations, protests to check such illegal appointments. Direct appointment of gazetted post on contract basis (or fixed pay) and then later regularized through Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) after 3 or more years is very unfair for those employees who have come through NPSC (and other Central Competitive exams). The NGOs, students union, and many individuals have given opinions to stop such rampant illegal appointments. When a person is illegal appointed (all illegal appointments have the blessings and patronage of a Ministers/Politicians/ Influential Bureaucrats) the person appointed enjoys the blessings of his patrons. In offices we see that majority of those who did not come from Competitive exams does not care about the Seniority list and service rules in transfer and postings. Once a person is obliged to his/her master(s) they will do anything to bend certain rules in their side by getting favour from those politicians or those influential people who appointed them in the first place again and again. In many of the offices we see that there are court cases between persons appointed by NPSC and backdoor appointees in matters of promotion and seniority and surprisingly those illegal appointees wins in majority cases because of the favour and patronage from their master who have given them appointment. The employees from NPSC appointed usually does not make hue and cry over such and remains silent in most of the cases while those illegal appointees enjoys benefits one after another in matters of transfer posting, promotions , superseding senior employees etc. Those illegally appointed employees have nothing to lose whether or not they lose a case or not because they have not been in a position of struggle/hardship to get jobs. These trends are very discouraging to those employees who have struggled through competitive exams and gets placement. To stop and discourage person from availing benefits in government I would like to give my suggestion and appeal to the PSAN, ACAUT, Students body to vigorously ponder upon it and if it merits and echoes with their perception of removing illegal appointment once and for all, they should strongly try to impose this to the Government to implement in the service rule at the earliest. 1. Only those who have been appointed through NPSC and Central Competitive exams will become the HOD of the Department. In the present case, a person who has not come from NPSC becomes the Director of a Department and en-

Some lessons from watching FIFA World Cup matches

joys the privilege of all the benefits in the Government office without clearing any competitive exams. In Secretariat and central services, ince the starting of the you and me for doing that! throat from our windows) in persons cannot hold certain post FIFA World Cup 2018 in 3. Just as we are willing order to know which teams are if the person is not IAS or NCS. Russia (June 14-July 15) to spend lots of money to treat playing tonight… Similarly in departmental offices, the people all over the world have everyone whoever comes to our - How good would it be if we Government should strictly adhere been watching the matches homes to watch matches with all were eager to know our famto such rules so that only deserving keenly. People are willing to varieties of edible stuffs without ily, society, and Church’s spiriemployees who have been appointed tual routines or programmes? spend sleepless nights and ready any regret… through legal means enjoys the to sacrifice other works for its - Likewise how good and If we were unashamed to talk benefits of holding the head of the sake. They prepare themselves blessed would we be if we were (or even shout) openly to God Department. Those who have been well, mentally and physically, willing to give to God unreserv- in order to discern his plans/ appointed from other means, their and in advance for the matches. edly and to open our hands to will for our family, society and promotion should be till Joint DirecChurch’s spiritual life as we do tor or Addl. Director/ Addl. Chief I guess you are one of these give our best to advance God’s for the World Cup matches our people. The World Cup is a work? Our families, individual Engineer etc with pay benefits only. land would be a completely difIf this is strictly implemented, it will showpiece event where the life and society would have ferent one! best, the fastest and the fittest been uplifted much if we did surely discourage and stop illegal 7. As we do betting durcompete. Many of them are that. Our God would also have appointments. ing matches, promising to pay famous players and every move blessed us much more than what 2. In the seniority list of Gov100/500/1000/2000 or even ernment employee list, the names they make attract attention of we give! more, and the losers are honest everyone. In this light I want to 4. Just as we keep all our of the employees and mode of enough to keep the promises draw some lessons for Christian unfinished works (office or recruitment is mentioned; like without backing out/lying… life and conduct by comparagricultural works) at hold and through NPSC or through DPC. - How good would it be if ing the lifestyle of the World return home hurriedly and in The Government can also direct we all were truthful to God and Cup spectators (us) and Naga advance to watch World Cup the Department in the office to his works? How would it be if matches… write their name and designation Christians. we all made promises to God 1. Just as we are able to How good would it be if in the office signboard along with and keep them honestly? If we bear loss of sleep by keeping we were equally enthusiastic to a tag to differentiate whether they could “bet” with one another awake whole night… go to worship services or prayer are through NPSC or not. All those to do God’s work better or give How good would it be if meetings as well leaving aside appointed through non competitive more for God and his work how we were ready to pray whole all the pending works? How exams should mentioned “DPC” successful the mission of the night in the same stamina and much God would be glad with along with their designation. So Church would have been? vigor? If we do that how blessed us and bless us! that outsiders can also know that 8. Just as we defend/fight would we be! 5. Just as we are able to they are not appointed through “for” our supporting teams 2. Just as we are able forget hunger and thirst and are Competitive exams. during World Cup matches 3. The NGOs and students to gather lots of friends and prepared to bear loss of sleep to mocking or even fighting with union should not invite those per- neighbours at our homes so watch World Cup matches… - How good would it be the supporters of the opponent sons who are illegally appointed to that we can watch live World Cup matches together with if we were able and willing to team… be speakers in students program/ or - How good would it be if lots of excitement and celebraforego our comfort, food and union gathering to exhort students all of us were equally zealous tions… sleep to be busy and engaged in terms of competitive exams. It - How good would it be if in God’s works? If we did it defenders of God and fight is such a mockery and hilarious we could also love God in the the world would have been a against Satan and his forces in when such persons who have not equal measure? same measure and call/gather different one! been appointed through competitive (To be concluded) 6. Just as we make frantic exams are made speakers in students our friends and neighbours to go to worship services with us? calls to friends and neighbours Wb. Imli Ozüküm, Pastor, gathering challenging the students to work hard and with integrity and How happy would God be with (even shouting at the top our Mongsenyimti Baptist Church discipline when they are complete opposite of their words. Once the above points are taken up seriously and implemented, those persons who are illegally appointed would not be so audacious and smart enough to trample on the rights of those who have struggled through competitive exams. Also it would encourage all to be appointed in proper procedure and legally when Sir I write this to express my grievances towards your popular networks operating in my district. they see that there is no scope in illegal appointment. It would serve At the beginning I saw you very popular and interesting so I decided to get one. Now in just a justice to those thousands of em- course of few months many people started complaining that Jio network is very poor and it’s ployees appointed legally (through getting worse day by day. To be very frank if you cannot keep up regularity and consistency in competitive exams) who choose to meeting our needs with your promises just stop it. After paying so much of money for recharge remain silent when their rights are with Rs.400-600/- with exciting offers of high internet speed for one, two, three months there being trampled upon. I request all is no regularity, high speed etc. I am sure even other districts must have faced the same as it is the right thinking citizens, govern- in my district ever since Jio network was introduced in Nagaland. It is unfortunate to say that ment employees, and NGOs to when Jio was first introduced my attention and interest was diverted from other networks to pressure the Government to stop register myself with the popular network with its extraordinary offers and internet speed which illegal appointment once and for all have never ever experience in Nagaland. To my utter shock after few months I have experienced and also implement the service rule that Jio cannot be trusted or relied upon for any official and unofficial work. I would like to give my few suggestions which you may consider it or not but for little improveto benefit employees who have been legally appointed through competi- ment as required. If at all services are meant for the public to help in meeting our needs than kindly be regular. Do remember to keep your quality services when you come not forgetting the promises tive exams only. and exciting offers you made us by sending us through SMS and retailers. 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Enact law to check lynching: SC

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New Delhi, Jul 17 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Tuesday condemned mob lynching incidents across the country and asked Parliament to enact a law to deal with the crime that threatens rule of law and the country’s social fabric. “Horrendous acts of mobocracy” cannot be permitted to become “a new normal,” it said. Issuing a slew of guidelines including preventive, remedial and punitive steps to deal with offences such as mob violence and cow vigilantism, the court said mobocracy will not be allowed. “It is

our constitutional duty to take a call to protect lives and human rights.” The bench asked the Centre and states to file a compliance report on its directions. It adjourned the matter to August 20. “No one is entitled to take law into his own hands,” said a bench of Chief Justice Dipak Misra, Justice A.M. Khanwilkqar and Justice D.Y. Chandrachud. The court’s remarks came on petitions seeking the court’s intervention to curb violence by vigilante groups across the country. The bench said when the

“vigilantes involve themselves in lynching or any kind of brutality, they put the requisite accountability of a citizen to law on the ventilator.” “That cannot be countenanced. They are no one to punish a person by ascribing any justification... the prescription of punishment does not empower any one to authorise himself to behave as the protector of law and impose punishment as per his choice and fancy,” it said. “The external forces cannot assume the role of protectors and once they pave the said path, they associate themselves with criminality and bring themselves in the category of criminals,” it added. It is the duty of the state to ensure that the machinery of law and order functions efficiently and effectively, the court said. It is essential to preserve secular ethos and the pluralistic social fabric in a democratic set-up governed by rule of law, it noted. “The horrendous acts of mobocracy cannot be

NPRAAF alleges NRDWP project guidelines... The for um said it would soon bring out more details of NRDWP implementation to enlighten the public how exactly the funds were utilised. But in spite of “impropriety” in utilisation of funds by the State government, the forum said the Union drinking water & sanitation ministry sanctioned Rs 17.36 lakh under NRDWP for 2018-19 on April 8 this year. NPRAAF urged the people to remain vigilant to ensure that funds meant for providing drinking water under NRDWP were utilised as per Central guidelines unlike in the past.

I was misquoted, says Karnataka CM

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New Delhi, Jul 17 (IANS): A day after the BJP took potshots at Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, the JD-S leader denied on Tuesday that he had blamed the Congress or its leaders at a party event on July 14. He said he was misquoted on his statement about being unhappy heading the coalition government in the state. “It was my party’s event and I got emotional. My comments were misinterpreted. I did not say anything about Congress or any of its leaders,” he told reporters. Kumaraswamy broke down at a party event on Saturday, stating that he was “not happy” holding the top post and that he was swallowing the pain like ‘Vishakantha’ (Lord Shiva) who drank poison, triggering a political slug-fest.

Manipur NPF reacts to Biren Singh’s...

(From p-1) Kashing said it was unfortunate that many political parties talked about Manipur’s interest but never tried to understand and accommodate the interest of Nagas, which was one of the major communities in Manipur. He asserted that there could not be peace and progress in letter and spirit in the State unless the Naga solution included Manipur too. The NPF leader appealed to leaders of all political parties and civil society organisations to understand the ground reality of Manipur and maintain mutual respect, while reposing full faith on the Central government and support its efforts to find an amicable solution to the prolonged Naga political issue.

AMK objects to bail for rapist

(From p-1) AMK also said Sabir Ahmed and another accused Munir Uddin hailed from Karimganj district Assam . Sabir Ahmed was arrested by Nagaland Police from Aizawl,Mizoram and present under police custody under Kohima Women Police Station. Munir Uddin is still at large and remains a threat on society, said AMK. AMK has demanded that Sabir Ahmed not only be denied bail but also given befitting punishment for committing the “rarest of rare crime”. AMK has also warned against anyone attempting to obtain bail for Sabir Ahmed.

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Opposition seeks TN CM’s resignation after IT seizes cash, gold C h e nna i , J u l 1 7 (IANS): Leaders of major political parties in Tamil Nadu on Tuesday demanded a multi-agency probe into the affairs of road contractors raided by Income Tax department in the state and also the resignation of Chief Minister K. Palaniswami. The demand follows the IT department’s seizure of unaccounted Rs 163 crore in cash and 100 kg of gold during searches carried out in the premises of Nagarajan Seyyadurai, promoter of SPK & Co, employees and associates.

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The IT department also said that apart from the unaccounted assets, incriminating documents in the form of registers, diaries and loose sheets were also seized. While Rs 24 lakh cash was seized from Seyyadu-

rai’s residence, the remaining cash and gold were kept at the places of his employees, associates and in cars. The SPK group has interests in road contracts and other businesses. DMK leader M.K. Stalin questioned the silence of Chief Minister Palaniswami after the IT search and seizure of huge amount of cash and gold from road building contractors who bid for state government road projects. Stalin demanded the resignation of Palaniswami to ensure a proper investigation.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

DIRECTORATE OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION NAGALAND: KOHIMA

Date, Kohima, the 17th July, 2018.

NOTIFICATION

NO. DTE/ESTT-2/12/2017 : The Common Selection Board has provisionally selected the following candidates listed below on the basis of NEET 2018 Merit for undergoing studies in various under Graduate Courses in MBBS, BDS , Ayush & Homoeopathy during the session 2018-19, under the condition that;(a) the selection has been made in anticipation based on the last year seat allocation with 51(fifty one) MBBS and 8(eight) BDS. (b). In the event any students documents detected or found to be false, their candidature shall automatically stand cancelled. (c) The candidate shall not legally hold the Selection Board/ Directorate of Technical Education responsible consequent upon shortfall in the number of anticipated MBBS and BDS seat from Government of India. All the selected candidates are hereby directed to come along with 2(two) recent passport photograph during the counseling scheduled on 20th July, 2018, at 1:00 PM, in the conference Hall of Directorate of Technical Education, Nagaland, Kohima. Counseling for exercising placement/posting to various colleges will be done on the same day. The Selection Board has decided to go for selection of students in anticipation of seats due to the admission last dates for RIMS, Imphal, NEIGRIHMS, Shillong and AGMC, Tripura, are scheduled on 24th & 25th July 2018, respectively. Candidates are also informed to submit acceptance or refusal letter to the undersigned on or before 20th July 2018, 12:00 noon. Failing to submit the application of acceptance/refusal within the stipulated time shall be treated as declined and the seat will be allotted to the next candidate on merit. SL.NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 60

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It stated that the department, after inordinate delay, furnished a vaguelyprepared chart, schemewise expenditure statement on utilisation of amount from 2015 to 2017 on July 14. NPRAAF said it randomly picked up some completed sites of the projects and inquired if the schemes in question were satisfactorily carried out. However, the forum claimed that none of the schemes were completed satisfactorily nor implemented as per Central guidelines. Further, the forum stat-

ed that it physically verified the drinking water project at Tseminyu town that was funded under NRDWP. It said as per the PHE department’s chart the project was completed, but the project was incomplete despite adequate funding by the Union drinking water & sanitation ministry. According to NPRAAF, the chart also mentioned that Rs 2.5 lakh was sanctioned to a certain union at Kohima during 2015-16 under NRDWP drinking water scheme, though sanctioning money to unions was in contravention of guidelines and therefore illegal.

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permitted to inundate law of the land. Earnest action and concrete steps have to be taken to protect the citizens from the recurrent pattern of violence which cannot be allowed to become the new normal,” the court said. “The State cannot turn a deaf ear to the growing rumblings of its people,” said the bench in its order. “The exigencies of the situation require us to sound a clarion call for earnest action to strengthen our inclusive and all-embracing social order which would, in turn, reaffirm the constitutional faith. We expect nothing more and nothing less,” said the bench. Recommending that Parliament categorise a separate offence for lynching and provide adequate punishment for it, the court said: “A special law would instill a sense of fear. There can be no trace of doubt that fear of law and veneration for the command of law constitute the foundation of a civilized society,” the bench said.

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especially in this case, saying, “On one hand, the government is running campaign to associate more and more people with the banking system, while on the other hand, public sector banks are charging the saving accounts for not keeping minimum balance.” Bhandari urged the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to immediately review the rates of this penalty, being recovered by banks, in the interests of savings account holders of the poor and middle classes.

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Indore, Jul 17 (PTI): The Punjab National Bank (PNB) has collected Rs 151.66 crore as penalty from its customers during the last financial year for not keeping minimum balance in 1.23 crore savings accounts, reveals an RTI query. “During the FY 201718, a total penalty of Rs 151.66 crore has been recovered due to non-maintenance of minimum balance in 1,22,98,748 savings fund accounts,” PNB replied in response of a query filed by RTI activist Chadra Shekhar Gaud. The bank charged Rs 31.99 crore as penalty in the first quarter of FY18, Rs 29.43 crore in the second, Rs 37.27 crore in the third and Rs 52.97 crore in the fourth quarter, PNB said in the RTI reply. Economist Jayantilal Bhandari questioned the role of public sector banks

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insurance company cannot own more than 15 per cent in any listed financial firms. LIC has been looking to enter the banking space by acquiring a majority stake in IDBI Bank as the deal is expected to provide business synergies despite the lender’s stressed balance sheet. It will get about 2,000 branches through which it can sell its products, while the bank will get massive funds of LIC. The bank will also get accounts of about 22 crore policy holders and subsequent flow of fund. During the JanuaryMarch quarter of last fiscal, the lender’s net loss stood at Rs 5,663 crore. The government will not get the proceeds from the stake reduction as the money will be utilised for the bank’s revival.

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Irdai has already given its approval to the insurer for the stake purchase. LIC stake buy will help the debt-ridden state-owned bank get a capital support of Rs 10,000- 13,000 crore. Once the deal goes through, IDBI Bank, which is grappling with mounting toxic loans with gross nonperforming assets rising to a staggering Rs 55,600 crore at the end of the March quarter, will get much needed capital support to revive its fortune. LIC currently owns 7.98 per cent in the bank compared with 10.82 per cent as on March 31, 2018. Last month, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) had given approval to LIC to acquire controlling stake in state-run lender, which is sitting on a huge pile of stressed assets. As per current regulations, an

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PNB collects Rs 151.66 cr IDBI bank seeks govt nod for majority stake sale to LIC as below min balance penalty Mumbai, Jul 17 (PTI): The board of IDBI Bank Tuesday decided to seek the government’s decision on LIC’s proposal to acquire up to 51 per cent stake in the debt ridden bank. The board meeting took place a day after insurance behemoth LIC got approval of its board to increase its stake in the bank up to 51 per cent. In a regulatory filing, IDBI Bank said it has received a letter from Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) expressing its interest in acquiring 51 per cent controlling stake in IDBI Bank, as a promoter through preferential allotment of shares/ open offer. The bank’s board considered the proposal and “decided to seek Government of India’s decision in this regard”, the filing said. Insurance regulator

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this fiscal. Besides, PSBs are also planning to tap the markets to raise more than Rs 50,000 crore this fiscal to shore up their capital base for business growth and meeting regulatory global risk norms. Capital is very much required for these banks as they are saddled with non-performing assets (NPAs) or bad loans of about Rs 10 lakh crore. Out of 21 public sector banks, 13 have already taken the approval of their boards or shareholders for raising capital through the equity market, The combined value of the shares sales of these banks is upwards of Rs 50,000 crore. Leading the pack is the Central Bank of India, which has already got shareholders’ approval for raising Rs 8,000 crore equity capital through various means, including a follow-on public offer, rights issue or a qualified institutional placement (QIP), to shore up its capital base.

New York, Jul 17 (Agencies): Jeff Bezos is the richest person in modern history. The Amazon. com founder’s net worth broke $150 billion (roughly Rs. 10.2 lakh crores) in New York on Monday morning, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. That’s about $55 billion (roughly Rs. 3.7 lakh crores) more than Microsoft Corp. co-founder Bill Gates, the world’s second-richest person. Bezos, 54, has now topped Gates in inflationadjusted terms. The $100 billion (roughly Rs. 6.8 lakh crores) mark that Gates hit briefly in 1999 at the height of the dot-com boom would be worth about $149 billion (roughly Rs. 10.2 lakh crores) in today’s dollars. That makes the Amazon chief executive officer richer than anyone else on earth since at least 1982, when Forbes published its inaugural wealth ranking. Bezos crossed the threshold just as Amazon prepares to kick off its 36hour summer sales event, Prime Day. The company’s share price was $1,825.73

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their own earnings. The sources said that capital infusion may take place this week itself or latest by next week in some of the banks including Punjab National Bank, Central Bank of India and Corporation Bank. The infusion would be part of the remaining Rs 65,000 crore out of Rs 2.11 lakh crore capital infusion over two financial years. The new round of infusion will be between Rs 8,000 and Rs 10,000 crore, sources said. The government announced Rs 2.11 lakh crore capital infusion programme October last year. As per the plan, the public sector banks (PSBs) were to get Rs 1.35 lakh crore through re-capitalisation bonds, and the balance Rs 58,000 crore through raising of capital from the market. Out of the Rs 1.35 lakh crore, the government has already infused about Rs 71,000 crore through recap bonds in the banks and balance would be done during

Mumbai, Jul 17 (PTI): The rupee Tuesday bounced back to settle at a fresh twoweek high of 68.45 against the US currency, gaining 12 paise as crude oil prices beat a hasty retreat, easing inflation and trade deficit worries. A sharp fall in global crude prices to the lowest level since mid-April along with upbeat domestic equities largely helped the recovery momentum. Heavy dollar unwinding by speculative currency traders ahead of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s first congressional testimony for any clues on the pace of US interest rate rises also had an impact on the trading sentiment. The rupee resumed sharply higher at 68.40 against previous close of 68.57 at the Interbank Foreign Exchange (forex) market. The local currency moved to an intra-day high of 68.27 but some dollar demand in afternoon session pushed back to a low of 68.47.

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New Delhi, Jul 17 (PTI): The finance ministry is likely to infuse about Rs 10,000 crore within a few days in some state-owned lenders including PNB, Corporation Bank and Central Bank of India, to help them meet the regulatory capital requirement, sources said. Some of these banks have come under pressure because of interest payment to their bondholders of Additional Tier 1 (AT-1) bonds, sources said. As a result, they were facing the risk of breaching the regulatory capital requirement, sources said, adding that the ministry has decided to provide capital to 4-5 banks which are facing “acute shortage”. Banks raise capital through AT1 bonds, which are perpetual in nature and therefore provide higher interest rates to investors. A high level of bad loans and widening losses have made it difficult for banks to service these bonds from

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Trump faces outrage back home after Putin summit

Washington, Jul 17 (PTI): President Donald Trump Tuesday faced political outrage in the US for not backing the American intelligence community’s claim that Russia interfered in the 2016 presidential election, following the Helsinki summit with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. From describing his comments at the joint press conference as “disgraceful”, “shameful” to “treacherous”, even some of his closest supporters described Trump’s statements as the most serious mistake of his presidency. Trump has defended his comments. “As I said today and many times before, ‘I have GREAT confidence in MY intelligence people’. However, I also recognise that in order to build a brighter future, we cannot exclusively focus on the past – as the world’s two largest nuclear powers, we must get along!” Trump said in a tweet aboard Air Force One on his way back home. “I would rather take a political risk in pursuit of peace, than to risk peace in pursuit of politics,” he said, adding that a productive

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin during the press conference of Monday.

dialogue is not only good for the US and Russia, but is also good for the world. US analysts said Trump refused to convincingly state that the Russians interfered in the 2016 presidential election at his press conference with Putin after their first summit meeting. “They said they think it’s Russia. I have President Putin — he just said it’s not Russia,” Trump said, adding that he does not “see any reason why it would be” Russia. Putin too has rejected the allegations. “Today’s press conference in Helsinki was one of the most disgraceful performances by an American president in memory. The damage inflicted by President Trump’s naiveté, ego-

tism, false equivalence, and sympathy for autocrats is difficult to calculate. But it is clear that the summit in Helsinki was a tragic mistake,” said Republican Senator John McCain, who chairs the powerful Senate Armed Services Committee. “ P r e s i d e n t Tr u m p proved not only unable, but unwilling to stand up to Putin. He and Putin seemed to be speaking from the same script as the president made a conscious choice to defend a tyrant against the fair questions of a free press, and to grant Putin an uncontested platform to spew propaganda and lies to the world,” he said. Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich and one of the president’s closest sup-

porters too criticised him. “President Trump must clarify his statements in Helsinki on our intelligence system and Putin. It is the most serious mistake of his presidency and must be corrected - immediately,” Gingrich tweeted. Soon the head of the US intelligence agencies and a Trump appointee issued a statement reiterating that Russians interfered in the 2016 presidential elections. “We have been clear in our assessments of Russian meddling in the 2016 election and their ongoing, pervasive efforts to undermine our democracy, and we will continue to provide unvarnished and objective intelligence in support of our national security,” Dan Coats, Director of National Intelligence said. “Donald Trump’s press conference performance in Helsinki rises to & exceeds the threshold of ‘high crimes & misdemeanors’. It was nothing short of treasonous. Not only were Trump’s comments imbecilic, he is wholly in the pocket of Putin. Republican Patriots: Where are you???” tweeted John Brennan, said former CIA director John Brennan.

Sharif, Maryam to remain in jail until elections Islamabad, Jul 17 (PTI): A Pakistani court Tuesday adjourned until last week of July the hearing of appeals filed by jailed former premier Nawaz Sharif, his daughter and son-in-law against their conviction in a corruption case, shattering their hope to come out of jail before polls to boost the campaign of their party. Elections are scheduled to be held on July 25 and 68-year-old Sharif ’s Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) party was banking on his early release to boost its election prospects. Sharif, his daughter Maryam and son-in-law Capt (retd.) Muhammad Safdar had yesterday filed the appeals in the Islamabad High Court challenging the verdict in the Avenfield corruption case. A two-member bench of Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani and Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb heard the appeals and issued notices to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and also ordered to present the record of the case. The bench adjourned the hearing till last week of July which effectively means that hearing will be held after July 25 which will be observed as holiday to let people cast votes.

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B’desh drug war death toll hits 200 DHAKA, Jul 17 (Agencies): The death toll from Bangladesh’s contentious Philippines-style war on drugs since May has hit 200, a local rights group said Tuesday (Jul 17), with some 25,000 others imprisoned. Bangladesh launched the crackdown to smash the surging trade in “yaba”, a cheap methamphetamine and caffeine pill, which authorities say has spread to almost every village and town. Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan has said the “war” will last until the narcotics trade is brought under control, saying those killed are all involved in at least 10 drugs crimes. But rights groups say that many of the victims are shot by police in cold blood and that the onslaught was in part being used as a cover to settle scores. In June the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein, said he was “gravely concerned” that “such a large number of people” had died. Official declarations that none of the victims was innocent were “dangerous ... and indicative of a total disregard for the rule of law,” a UN statement said. Bangladesh’s state-run National Human Rights Commission has also expressed alarm.

Bangladesh police in Dhaka baton-charge activists protesting against alleged extrajudicial killings during the country’s ongoing anti-drug drive

“It is unprecedented in Bangladesh. So many people have been killed in such a short period of time,” Sheepa Hafiza, executive director of Ain o Salish Kendra rights group, told AFP. “This is very unfortunate. We condemn these extrajudicial killings and want fair investigations into each of these killings,” she said. Around 25,000 alleged dr ug dealers have been arrested, home ministry spokesman Sharif Mahmud Apu told AFP. The prison population has shot up to 89,589 people, almost two and a half times higher than the system’s capacity, he said. Last month the killing of a border town councillor in an anti-drug raid sparked outcry when his wife went public with tapes that she says prove her husband was murdered in a set-up. Ayesha Begum says

phone conversations she recorded with Akramul Haque on the night he died contradict the official narrative that he was armed and shot at police who returned fire in self-defence. “They killed him in cold blood,” Begum told AFP from Teknaf in southeast Bangladesh, where her husband was gunned down May 27. Bangladesh has struggled to contain the trade in “yaba”, with hundreds of millions of pills entering the country from Myanmar. Authorities last year seized a record 40 million pills but said an estimated 250 milliont o 300 million more entered the market. Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte’s brutal war on drugs since coming to power in 2016 has left thousands of people dead and prompted allegations of crimes against humanity.

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The US State Department announced in June that the United States had been pushing its allies to stop oil imports from Iran by November 4. US President Donald Trump asked Saudi Arabia to increase its oil exports to compensate for the shortage in the market demand in case Iran’s crude exports drop.

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We the Chuchuyimlang Longkumtsur Elangtsur Dimapur unit extend heartiest congratulations to Er. Wapong Tsuktinungsang Longkumer, S/O Lt. Tsukjemwati & Mrs. Nokrenchila on his promotion to the post of Chief Engineer, Irrigation and Flood Control, Govt. of Nagaland. All the Elangtsur Dimapur unit wish and pray that our Almighty God bless you abundantly and guide you in all your future endeavour. Mrs. Senungkala President DACLEU

Mrs. Senkainla General Secretary DACLEU

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With immense pride and honour, we would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to: 1. Er. Tsuktinungsang Lkr, S/o Nokenchila & Late Tsükjemwati (Ex-MLA) for being promoted to Chief Engineer, Water Resources Development, Nagaland. 2. Shri Aotemsü Lkr, S/o Nokenchila & Late Tsükjemwati (Ex-MLA) for being promoted to DIG Training & Border. We wish them all the success and may the Lord Almighty bless them with wisdom and integrity enabling them to render an impactful service to the society to be an inspiration to all. MKC-149

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John Lee said he had not banned the group and that he could only do so after giving it time to submit its response. “Yes, in Hong Kong we have freedom of association, but that right is not without restriction,” Lee told reporters. Hong Kong is governed under a “one country, two systems” principle which promises it a high degree of autonomy and freedoms not enjoyed in China, such as the freedom of speech and freedom of

assembly. But China’s perceived tightening grip over the financial hub has stoked tensions including the “Occupy Central” movement in 2014 that blocked major roads for nearly three months in a failed bid to pressure Beijing to allow full democracy. Lee wouldn’t give details about what the group had done to trigger a possible ban, though he cited Hong Kong’s Societies Ordinance that states a group could be outlawed “in the

interests of national security or public safety, public order or the protection of the rights and freedoms of others”. “National security” is specifically defined as “the safeguarding of the territo-

rial integrity and the independence of the People’s Republic of China”. The Hong Kong National Party is one of a handful groups that openly advocate Hong Kong independence.

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MERHÜLIETSA ANGAMI KROTHO KOHIMA: NAGALAND FELICITATION

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The Merhülietsa Angami Krotho takes this opportunity to express its heartfelt gratitude to Er. T.S. Angami, retired Director, New & Renewable Energy Department, Nagaland on being appointed as the Chairman, Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC). We extend our utmost gratitude to Shri. Neiphiu Rio, Hon’ble Chief Minister, Nagaland and his colleagues of the PDA Government for the recognition given to Er. T.S. Angami and allowing him the opportunity to serve the public at this prestigious capacity. We truly believe that Er. T.S. Angami will maintain the balance and focus living upto the expectation which the government and its citizens have reposed on him. Further, the Organization prays to Almighty God to grant him good health wisdom and longetivity as you venture forward more responsibilities. Kehonil Vitso (Medo Keditsu) Vice President Secretary

APOLOGY I, Mr. Kaimang Chingmak express regret and render my apology for disgracing Chang Womenfolks in social media (Whatsapp) on 14th July 2018 at 1:00 pm. I shall not repeat the same mistake in the future and if found, I shall be held responsible for any circumstances. Therefore, I in sound mind tender my sincere apology to Changsao’s (Chang Women Folks) Kaimang Chingmak K-2115

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FELICITATION With great respect and immense pride, we extend our heartiest Congratulation to our esteemed member Mr. R.LIPOKTOBA AIER on his promotion to the post of Managing Director Nagaland State Co-operative Bank Ltd. We wish and pray that our God will bless you abundantly and guide you in all your future endeavours. Sd/Martsungba Aier President MSM

Sd/Tajen Jamir General Secretary, MSM

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The Pughoboto Town Youth Organisation (PTYO) organised the 2nd Inter Ward

Sports Meet cum TULUNI Festival on 7th & 8th July 2018 at Pughoboto Local ground. In the Men Volleyball Vuloito sector emerged as the Champion and Shenaito Sector as 1st Runners-up, in the women category Shenaito Sector emerged as Champion and Phaphaghu Sector as 1st runners-up. The Pughoboto Town Youth Organisation (PTYO) would like to acknowledge the following individual for making the Sports Meet a grand success:1. Shri. PHULESHE K YEPTHOMI, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Pughoboto, Nagaland for gracing the Sports Meet as a Resource Person. 2. Shri. VIYIKHU Q WOTSA, Vice Chairman PATC for moral and physical support. 3. APRO Pughoboto for providing sound system. 4. Shri. SAMAUL SHOHE, Entrepreneur Dimapur/Ghokimi for donating Rs. 10,000/5. Shri. KIHOTO WOTSA, Ranger Pughoboto/Dimapur for donating Rs. 5000/6. All the ‘AKUKAU’ (GB’s) of Pughoboto Town for moral & physical support. 7. All the Pughoboto Adhoc Town Council members (PATC) for moral & physical support. 8. All the Sectors of Pughoboto Town for massive participation. 9. All the citizens of Pughoboto Town for kind cooperation.

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T e h r a n, J u l 1 7 (IANS): Iranian Minister of Petroleum Bijan Namdar Zanganeh said Monday that the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) would suffer if its members do not adhere to their commitment regarding the oil output. The decision made at the 174th OPEC Conference did not grant the member states the right to exceed their production level above the allocated quota, or the right to redistribute the production cut quota among the members, said Zanganeh in a letter to OPEC President Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Xinhua reported. However, according to the OPEC’s latest monthly report, some member countries’ production level in June 2018 was far above the agreed production level allocated to them, Zanganeh said. This is a violation of their commitment, he said, adding that “we are concerned that this violation may continue in the remaining months and in contradiction with the agreement adopted at the OPEC conference.”

HONG KONG, Jul 17 (Agencies): Hong Kong on Tuesday kick-started a process which could lead to a ban on a group that promotes secession from China, the first time since the former British colony’s return to Chinese rule in 1997 it has sought to outlaw a political organization. The move against the Hong Kong National Party comes at a time authorities have ratcheted up pressure on young democracy activists, some of whom have been jailed, and denounced any pro-independence action as an illegal challenge to Communist Party rulers in Beijing. The Security Bureau wrote a letter to the founder of the party, Andy Chan, telling him he had 21 days to “make representations in writing” as to why it should not be banned, according to the party’s social media page, which posted photos of the letter. Secretary for Security

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Assad’s regime has advanced in Daraa thanks to a deadly bombardment campaign since June 19, along with Russia-brokered deals between opposition fighters and the regime. In Quneitra on Monday, rebels in at least five towns raised the national flag, seeking a similar agreement with the regime, Abdel Rahman said. “Rebel factions in these towns have stopped fighting to avoid bombardment and destruction,” he said. In two days since Sunday, at least 43 regime fighters have been killed in both Daraa and Quneitra, while 48 jihadists and rebels have lost their lives, the Observatory said. More than 350,000 people have been killed and millions displaced by Syria’s war since it started in 2011 with a brutal crackdown on antigovernment protests.

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strikes based on the type of aircraft and munitions used, locations and flight patterns. In the west of the adjacent province of Daraa, Russian air raids killed one civilian near the village of Al-Aliya, it said. “Since Tuesday morning, heavy Russian air strikes and barrel bombs dropped by the regime have been targeting an area straddling Quneitra and Daraa,” Observatory head Rami Abdel Rahman said. Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, a group led by Syria’s former Al-Qaeda affiliate, is present in that area, he said. Hayat Tahrir al-Sham jihadists are not included in a ceasefire between regime and rebels in Daraa announced earlier this month, which has allowed the regime to retake control of more than 90 percent of the province. President Bashar al-

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Beirut, Jul 17 (Agencies): Air strikes on Tuesday killed seven civilians in a sensitive southwestern province of Syria bordering the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, a war monitor said. The Damascus regime has been pounding Quneitra since Sunday in a bid to retake the southwestern province from rebels, after winning back most of the neighbouring governorate of Daraa in less than a month. “Six civilians including two women and three children were killed in air strikes near Ain al-Tina” on Quneitra’s border with Daraa province, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said. It was not immediately clear whether the strikes were carried out by the regime or its Russian ally, the Britain-based monitor said. The monitor determines who carried out

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 2018

Forbes: Clooney earns more in Kelly Clarkson to headline U.S. Open one yr than any previous actor S G Ditch medicine, celebrities, just 15 were women - down one compared with last year’s list. Times are pretty good for those who made it to this year’s list: the world’s 100 top-earning celebrities pulled in a combined $6.3bn (£4.8bn) over the past 12 months - up 22% from last year. Eleven superstars now cross the $100m (£75.6m) threshold - more than double the number from the last two years combined. Here’s the top 10: 1. Floyd Mayweather $285m (£215m) Money Mayweather earned $285m in pre-tax annual earnings last year, and in doing so captured the top spot on Forbes’ 20th annual ranking of the world’s 100 highest-paid celebrities. 2. George Clooney - $239m (£180m) Clooney’s mammoth payday

comes from the sale of his Casamigos tequila company to drinks giant Diageo in a deal worth $1bn (£753m). 3. Kylie Jenner - $166.5m (125.5m) The youngest of the Kardashian sisters, Kylie Jenner has earned her place at number three after founding a cosmetics empire. 4. Judy Sheindlin - $147m (£110.8m) Ju dy S h e i n d l i n , A K A Judge Judy, comes fourth in the countdown with estimated earnings of $147m (£110m). 5. Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson - $124m (£93.4m) Dwayne Johnson, the wrestler turned actor also known as ‘The Rock’, is ranked fifth with an estimated pre-tax tally of $124m (£93.4m). 6. U2 - $118m (£89m) U2’s Joshua Tree world tour in 2017 - followed closely by a second current world tour - has seen the Irish band’s earnings jump up considerably. 7. Coldplay - $115.5m (£87m) Coldplay are the first British act on the list. Putting them there was their A Head Full Of Dreams Tour, which grossed more than half a billion dollars (£377m) in

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American public personalities who have fallen victim to the evil, exploitive, sick ‘humor’ of the British ‘comedian’ Sacha Baron Cohen, enabled and sponsored by CBS/Showtime.” Cohen responded to Palin by posting a handwritten letter on Twitter telling Palin that he never said he was a war vet. He stated he

was in the service – United Parcel, not military. Showtime released a statement supporting Cohen and the series stating, “Cohen did not present himself as a disabled veteran.” Fox News chatted with Sabo to talk about his campaign against Cohen. Fox News: Why did you put up a billboard de-

worldwide sales of more than 25 million albums and 36 million singles. USTA President Katrina Adams calls it an honor to have “such a talented performer join us in this very special year.” (Foxnews)

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abo has taken comedian Sasha Baron Cohen to task for seemingly posing as a disabled military veteran in a wheelchair for his new Showtime series “Who Is America?” A stunt the network denies. The conservative street artist placed a fake advertisement on a billboard across from CBS depicting Cohen seated in a wheelchair, with a prosthetic leg, wearing a U.S. Army T-shirt. The billboard reads “Sacha Baron Cohen Walks Away With a Hit… and a touch of stolen valor.” Last Tuesday former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin posted on Facebook that Cohen duped her into a fake interview by posing as a disabled military veteran writing, “I join a long list of

the U.S. Open in the professional era, which began in 1968. The Grand Slam event moved from Forest Hills to Flushing Meadows in 1978. Clarkson recently released her eighth studio album, “Meaning of Life.” The Texas-born singer has

picting Sasha Baron Cohen in a wheelchair? Sabo: Well, I heard about the problems Sarah Palin had with Sacha Baron Cohen and the whole disguising himself as a veteran. And, you know I used to like Sacha back in the “Borat” days and so on and so forth, but you know there are certain lines you are not supposed to cross. Making fun of, especially disabled veterans. All that tells me is the left-wing people in Hollywood, there is no depth that they won’t sink. And, more than that, Cohen is from England. England has so many problems right now, I really wish he would take his talents and go lampoon his own country. It’s not like I go out of my

way and lampoon London or England or anything. Fox News: What is your experience being in Hollywood and Los Angeles right now during this political atmosphere? Sabo: You know, it’s crazy. While I was putting this project together I wanted to experiment, wearing a MAGA hat for 30 days, I only made it one because there is no way I can go to the art vendors... wearing that hat. It would just hurt my business... It’s weird I mean, you can’t even wear a damn cap and walk down the street. My friend walked down to 7-Eleven around the block and some guy spit on him. The left and Hollywood is unhinged. (FoxNews)

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eorge Clooney made more money last year than any actor across a 12-month period - thanks in part to the sale of the tequila company he co-founded. Forbes estimates the 57-year-old star made $239m (£180m) in pre-tax earnings in the year beginning 1 June 2017. That puts him second in its annual list of the world’s best-paid celebrities, a place behind boxer Floyd Mayweather. Kylie Jenner is placed third in the Celebrity 100 countdown, having made an estimated $166.5m (£125.5m) last year. Earlier this month Forbes said the social media star was on track to become “the youngest-ever self-made billionaire”. U2, and British acts Coldplay and Ed Sheeran are also included in a top 10 alongside global football stars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The Celebrity 100 list ranks “front of the camera” stars around the globe using their estimated pre-tax earnings from 1 June 2017 to 1 June 2018. Of the 100 top-earning

inger Kelly Clarkson will headline opening night at the U.S. Open. The U.S. Tennis Association said Monday the Grammy Award winner will perform at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Aug. 27. its two-year, five-continent This is the 50th anniversary of run. 8. Lionel Messi - $111m (£84m) In November 2017, Messi agreed a contract extension with his club Barcelona that will pay him an annual salary and bonus in excess of eople from all over $80m (£60m), making him the world are ditchthe highest-paid footballer. ing their pills and 9. Ed Sheeran - $110m embracing the path of (£83m) natural healing with little Sheeran is the world’s high- or no medical intervention, est-earning solo musician claims a new book. on the list. “Doctor You: IntroThe 27-year old was the ducing the Hard Science world’s most streamed artist of Self-Healing” by Jerof 2017. His album ÷ was emy Howick, Director the biggest album of the of the Oxford University year, racking up 3.1 billion Empathy Programme, streams around the world, stresses that alternative while Shape of You became or natural treatments are Spotify’s biggest track of cheaper and equally efall time. fective as industrially pro10. Cristiano Ronaldo - duced drugs. $108m (£81m) The aim to spell out He was one of the the power of the body’s World Cup’s top scorers, natural powers to heal and this year also received itself remains the book’s his fifth Ballon d’Or. core and it explains how Having spent a lucra- using medical procedures tive nine years at Real Ma- are harmful. drid, the football star made By claiming to employ a £99.2m move to Italian “hard scientific evidence” side Juventus earlier this about self-healing, Howmonth. ick disillusions the reader His lifetime contract about the indispensability with Nike is worth upward of modern medicine. of $1bn (£754m). (IANS)

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 2018

France give WC winners a heroes’ welcome Cahill calls time on Australia career

Ajax re-sign Blind from United

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Lo n d o n, J u l 1 7 (Agencies): Ajax have re-signed Daley Blind from Manchester United for a fee which could rise to £18.1m. The 28-year-old returns to his boyhood club on a four-year deal after four seasons with United. Blind confirmed the transfer in a statement on Tuesday, which read, “First of all I want to say how proud I am to be a part of the Manchester United family. To play for the biggest club in the world with such a history meant a lot to me. I had four great years with four trophies.” “I want to thank ever yone, the managers, coaches, the medical department, everyone who helped me to settle in so quick at the beginning, of course my teammates and last but definitely not least the fans. I want to thank you for all the love and support I received and still get. I will never forget some of the special games and moments, I will miss you ‘The Theatre of Dreams’! But now it’s time to go home.” Blind made 90 Premier League appearances during his time at Old Trafford and was part of the squad that won the Europa League final against Ajax in 2017.

The France squad soak up the party atmosphere atop the team bus as they paraded down the Champs-Elysees avenue.

ensure the safety of the estimated 300,000 people who turned up. Above the partying crowds, nine jets from the Patrouille de France, the air force’s acrobatic unit, did an honorary flyover trailing blue, white and red smoke. A f t e r l e av i n g t h e Champs-Elysees, the players changed into custommade blue suits before

being welcomed at the Elysee Palace by President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte, who were also decked out in blue for the occasion. Macron has already promised the Legion of Honour for the victors’ “exceptional services” to the country, an award given to the legendary team that won France’s first World Cup title in 1998.

The first couple then posed with the team as they sang the Marseillaise national anthem and waved scarves for a joyous group photo, before heading inside for a private meeting. “Thanks to you all!” Macron told the team after gathering again outside. “This team is beautiful because you are united!” Midfielder Paul Pogba, despite his voice nearly

failing him, then proved himself a showman off the pitch as well as on by leading the guests in an impromptu celebratory rap punctuated by “Allez les Bleus!” “It’s true, we went on the pitch, and we said, We’re going to crush them all!” he said. Nearly 3,000 guests were received in the Elysee gardens, including around 1,000 youths from local football clubs such as Bondy, the gritty Paris suburb whose towering housing blocks produced rising star forward Kylian Mbappe. Some of the kids even got to touch the famed trophy, which captain Hugo Lloris handed around. The guests were also treated to the beats of DJ Snake, who has worked with pop stars including Lady Gaga and is part of the Pardon My French collective of French DJs. Macron had already celebrated with the team on Sunday - even doing “dab” dance moves with players in a video that has gone viral - after attending the final in Moscow.

Sydney, Jul 17 (Agencies): Australia’s all-time leading goal-scorer Tim Cahill retired from international football on Tuesday, ending an illustrious career that has taken him to four World Cups. The 38-year-old, who scored 50 international goals in 107 appearances, last played for the Socceroos when he came off the bench for their final group game against Peru at the World Cup in Russia. “Today’s the day that I’m officially hanging up my boots on my international career with the Socceroos,” Cahill tweeted. “No words can describe what it has meant to represent my country. Massive thank you to everyone for the support throughout all my years wearing the Australian badge.” The former Everton striker, one of the finest players to come out of Australia, did not say if he would continue playing club football. He joined his former club Millwall in the English Championship on a short-term deal in January after quitting Australia’s Melbourne City in a bid to secure more game time be-

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fore the World Cup. Cahill, born in Sydney to a Samoan mother, started his international career playing for Western Samoa under-20s and only became a Socceroo in 2004 after an intense lobbying campaign to world body FIFA. Two years later in Germany, he became the first Australian to net a goal at the World Cup, going to score in two further tournaments in 2010 and 2014. In 2007, he also became the first Australian to score at an Asian Cup, and

he helped the Socceroos win the Asian title for the first time in 2015. Before his stint at City, Cahill spent 14 years in England with Millwall and top-flight outfit Everton, scoring more than 100 goals, before signing for the New York Red Bulls. Cahill, known for his prodigious leap and trademark goal celebration, when he uses the corner flag as a punching bag, also played for China’s Shanghai Shenhua and Hangzhou Greentown.

SZFC to make debut in KFL Maradona takes charge of Belarusian club Nagaland Master Games

Dimapur, Jul 17 (NPN): Sechü Zubza Football Club (SZFC), a club making its debut in the Kohima Football League, was formally launched on July 15 at the premises of Shalom Bible Seminary, Sechü Zubza. The program was graced by Viliehu Nguzhü, president of Angami Sports Association as the special guest. Roko Angami, president of Nagaland Football Coaches Association (NFCA) also graced the programme, among others. Viliehu Nguzhü expressed his happiness about the formation of the club and encouraged the club to create a sustainable platform which can help the football players. Roko Angami shared his experiences as a footballer and challenged the players to work hard to get success. The launching of the club also coincided with the introduction of the SZFC players and the unveiling and distribution of the jerseys. It may be mentioned that Sechü Zubza FC is one among the seven teams participating at the 2nd edition

of the Kohima Football League (KFL) which is being organised by the Kohima Town Club (KTC). Some of the prominent players who have signed for Sechü Zubza FC for this season are Kekhrieletuo Tsira, Kechi Kulim, Laloureiyang Aloumai Panmei, Khiuwangbo Awang Kaurintah, Shürhosül Zhotso, Hanglen Chang, Kevisalie Sechü and Rajusituo Nagi. The team is led by Neidilhoutuo Sechü as the manager and Zakietuolie Khrodi as chief coach. On the day, the SZFC also handed out an acknowledgement certificate to one of its member Visakholie Medoze for his contribution to football. Medoze, a former player of Naga Boys Club, has also captained the Nagaland senior team during his days as a footballer. Meanwhile, the SZFC has also extended it appreciation to Gayatri Projects Ltd for being the main sponsors of the club in this edition. The dedicatory prayer for the club and players was pronounced by Villo Naleo, assistant professor, SBS.

OFFICE OF THE NATIONALIST DEMOCRATICE PROGRESSIVE PARTY PHEK REGION Condolences Message The NDPP Phek Region is deeply pained and shocked to learn of the sudden demise of K. Thong, President NDPP Tseminyu Region. He was a man of integrity and a tall leader who stood for truth. His demise is a great lost to the party in particular and society in general. We share sorrow and convey our deepest condolences to the family members and pray that the departed soul rest in peace.

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Brest, Jul 17 (IANS): Argentine football legend Diego Maradona arrived here to begin his new job as chairman and sporting director of Dynamo Brest. Maradona, 57, signed a three-year contract with Dynamo in May, but he delayed his start date until after the 2018 World Cup, which ended on Sunday, as he had prior commitments to provide commentary on the tournament, reports Efe news. The former Argentina captain, who drove the South American side to the World Cup title in 1986,

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traveled to Brest from Moscow, where he was in the stands to see France beat Croatia 4-2 in the final. Founded in 1960 and rechristened as Dynamo Brest six years ago, the club finished fourth in the Belarus first division last season

and qualified for the Europa League, though they went out in the second round. Maradona is to be involved in all aspects of sporting operations, from player signings to managing the Dynamo academy. The Argentine resigned in April as coach of Emirati second-division side AlFujairah after failing in his attempt to win promotion to the top-flight. He coached the Argentine national team from 2008-2010. Maradona went on to manage UAE club Al-Wasl in 2011-2012.

Federation formed

Dimapur, Jul 17 (NPN): The Nagaland Masters Games Federation was formed on Tuesday after a consultative meeting among the sports fraternity on Tuesday. The federation was formed under the aegis of Master Games Federation India with an objective to promote friendship and understanding among matured sports persons, regardless of age, gender and to strengthen the growth of

sports movement in India. The federation will have 15 age groups (both men and women) of 30+, 35+, 45+, 50+, 60+, 65+, 70+ etc as per the guideline and directive of Masters Games Federation India. The federation will be headed by Joseph Sumi (Dimapur) as president and Tachem Phom (Longleng), Tsenthongo (Dimapur), Nzuvitho (Dimapur), and Aretshilu (Mokokchung) as vice presidents.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT “My heart, O God is steadfast, my heart is steadfast.” -Psalms 57:7

Our sincere acknowledgement and gratitude to each and every individual, churches, organizations, friends and well wishers who stood by us in thoughts, prayers, physically and materially during the moment of grief and sorrow at the demise of our beloved Hetoli Awomi.

We, the bereaved family members of Lt. P. Tia Kichu of Mokokchung Village, would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to one and all who stood by us spiritually, financially and physically during his short illness till his last breath on 14/07/2018. Though we are unable to thank each and every individual personally, we pray that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly. Loving wife, children, grandchildren & relatives

We may not be able to thank you enough but it is our humble prayer that the Good Lord bless each of you abundantly. Loving Husband, children & relatives K-2113

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Paris, Jul 17 (Agencies): The World Cupwinning French team returned home to a heroes’ welcome on Monday, parading down the ChampsElysees as hundreds of thousands of cheering fans gave a raucous welcome to the country’s newest idols. After overcoming a determined Croatia to win 4-2 in Sunday’s final in Russia, the team came back to euphoric crowds in Paris hoping to catch a glimpse of the players that have captured the country’s imagination. They did not disappoint, passing the golden World Cup trophy from player to player as they jumped and danced on an open-air bus with “World Champions” emblazoned on its side. “Wow, it was completely crazy! They are too beautiful, France is beautiful!” said Julia Cohen, 28, after seeing players pass by on the Champs-Elysees, the gathering point for all national celebrations. The parade was under heavy police guard, with some of the 2,000 officers deployed in the capital to

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Born: 15/12/1967 Died: 08/07/2018

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LATE LUKIKHE CHISHI, (GB) LOTISAMI VILLAGE 15/06/1925 – 18/06/2018

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We the bereaved family members of Late Shevotso Phinyo would like to offer our profound gratitude to all the individuals, families, unions, organisations, friends, church members, Veterinary Department and well wishers for your fervent prayers, kind, help and support during his brief illness and the time since he left us on 1st July 2018. We would also like to express our thanks to the medical staff, doctors and nurses of Bethel Hospital Kohima who attended and treated him with dignity and compassion. We deeply regret our inability to thank each one of you individually. Your good deeds and presence will always be cherished in our hearts. May God abundantly shower His blessing upon you all.

(22-04-1918 to 12-07-2018) Dad, Your life was a living example what every person wants to achieve but could not. You had lived a hundred years and throughout your journey of life you remained faithful and honest in the sight of God. For which the Lord had blessed you a healthy life without any sickness till your last breath. You're dearly remembered and thankful to God for blessing us such a wonderful father, who had achieved a fulfilling life as it is written in Psalms 128:4-8. "Behold, thus shall the man be blessed for who fears the Lord. The Lord bless you out of Zion and may you see the good of Jerusalem all the days of your life. May you see your children's children" "TILL WE MEET AGAIN" DP-5313

Loving children, in-laws, grandchildren & great grandchildren

August 1943 – 8th July 2018 We the bereaved family members would like to express our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to each and every individual/ community who stood by us in prayer, physically, morally, materially and financially during the prolonged illness and at the demise of our beloved father Lt. Khruhucho Ruho, who left for his Heavenly abode on 8th July. Words are inadequate to express our appreciation towards your sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us. As it would be impossible to thank every individual, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest and heartfelt gratitude and it is our humble prayer that our Heavenly Father shower His blessing upon you all abundantly.

Until we meet again in His Kingdom.

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Loving wife, children and relatives.

Loving wife, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, in-laws and family members

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Lt. Hoikhu Aye (Tichipami Village)

Born on 27th Dec 1990 – Died on 1st July 2018

"Some glad morning, when this life is O'er, I'll fly away, to a home on God's celestial shore." In the most difficult moments of the passing away of our dearest Late Lukikhe Chishi GB Lotisami Village to be with the Lord, the bereaved family is astounded by the generous gestures of relatives, friends, villagers, churches Chuwokha Clan, institutions, officers, communities and well-wishers through prayers, financial support, kind deeds and loving presence. When our hearts find it hard to grasp that death has come to pass in our family, your love and empathy have created within us a strong sense of hope in the midst of grief. Words are inadequate to express our heartfelt gratitude to each of you. We believe that the Almighty God shall amply reward you with abundant blessings.

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Kohima Football League kicks off Ziekezou Sporting Club win opening match

Dr. Nicky Kire with players of Ziekezou SC and United 16 FC, organizers and referees before the opening match. (NP)

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Kohima, Jul 17 (NPN): The 2nd edition of Kohima Football League (KFL), organized by Kohima Town Club (KTC), got underway Tuesday with advisor for Rural Development, Dr. Neikiesalie Nicky Kire gracing the inaugural function as special invitee. In the opening match, Ziekezou Sporting Club registered an easy 4-1 win over United 16 FC. Menoneikho of United 16 FC scored the first goal of the tournament in the 12th minute; however, Mhasbeituo Yhome found the equalizer in 30th minute. After the lemon break, Vilhoubeituo Yhome of Ziekezou SC scored the second and third goals in the 55th and 67th minute. Neikethozo Yhome (vice captian) scored the 4th goal in the 84th minute. Earlier, speaking at the

opening ceremony, Dr. Kire lauded KTC for organizing the league. He said that organizing such football league in the state was necessary to groom the football players. Encouraging the players, he said, “today the sportspersons are earning more than the government employees.” He also reminded the players that they have to be determined, disciplined and dedicated to be a successful sportsperson. KTC president, Dr. Viketoulie Pienyü in his presidential address said the club has been working hard to bring about more improvement in the league. He also informed that the league is being conducted as per the norms of Nagaland Football Association (NFA) and All India Football Federation (AIFF) and will have the standard double leg league stretched over 35 days this

year. KFL-2 theme is “football as a career” and it will pay special focus on some key concepts, said Pienyü. While stating that Indian Super league (ISL) has opened the door for every aspiring footballer to make a successful career in football with handsome earnings, Pienyü said, “Nagaland has a serious unemployment crisis and hope some of the players can find gainful employment through football.” Pienyü also said that KTC is on full throttle “mission mode” to bring about a radical shift in the way people look at players. “The club want to say the positive side of football story to the society that there is fame, glory and fortune in football and wish to redeem Nagaland football and help to find a respectable place in Indian football,” he added. Also speaking at the opening ceremony, tournament convenor, Viketoulie

ANAMA team at National Amateur Muaythai C’ship

sociation (ANAMA) will be participating at the 19th National Amateur Muaythai (MTI) Championship (Junior and Sub Junior) at Sakthi Hills Resort, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bengaluru from July 19-22. The team will be led by Meren and Botovi Achumi. The fighters are H. Pangmei, Raj Kumar, Pholih, Kennito Chishi and Lucy. It may be noted that the gold medalists will make a direct entry to the World Muaythai Championship to be held in Bangkok from August 3 to 11. Meanwhile, All Nagaland Amateur Muaythai ANAMA team for National Muaythai (MTI) Championship. Association has acknowledged Chief Secretar y D i m a p u r , J u l 1 7 ber team of All Nagaland Temjen Toy for supporting (NPN): A seven-mem- Amateur Muaythai As- the association.

Solo recalled that Nagaland was much respected and remembered for its football exploits during its glory days of 1960’s and 70’s where it reigned supreme in the Northeast. However, today, Nagaland has receded into the background having lost much of its former glory, he lamented. While pointing out that lack of infrastructures (standard grounds), comprehensive policy for football development, political will, financial resources and lack of professional league were some reasonsfor decline of football in the state, Solo said that KTC would focus in promoting club culture and professionalism in the players. Today’s matches 1st match: 12:00 noon Vanguard FC Vs Twenty XI FC 2nd match: 2:00 pm Sechü Zubza FC Vs Khriekesa FC

Indian hockey team jumps to fifth in FIH rankings New Delhi, Jul 17 (IANS): The Indian hockey team’s silver medal-winning effort at the Champions Trophy in Breda, the Netherlands, earlier this month has propelled them to the fifth spot in the world rankings, released by the International Hockey Federation (FIH) on Tuesday. India finished runners up after losing the final to reigning world champions Australia, who meanwhile, consolidated their stay atop the world rankings. Australia (1906 points) sit 23 points ahead of second-ranked Argentina (1883) and are followed by Belgium (1709) and the Netherlands (1654). With 1484 points, India have pushed Germany (1456) to sixth from the fifth spot.

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IOA drops 20 from pencak silat Asiad squad NEW DELHI, Jul 17 (PTI): The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Tuesday dropped 20 athletes from the Pencak Silat team for the upcoming Asian Games, alleging fake credentials, prompting the national federation to threaten legal action. When the IOA released a list of 524 athletes for the Asian Games on July 5, 22 athletes from pencak silat were selected to take part in the Asian Games, now the Olympic body has cleared only two members. The Indian Pencak Silat Federation (IPSF), unhappy with the decision, said the certificate provided for the two approved athletes are the same as the 20 rejected players. “While talking with officials of the IOA, they said, ‘we are confirming only 2 of your female athletes for the Asian Games’,” IPSF, Secretary General, Mufti Hamid Yasin, told PTI. “The IOA told us that the certificates provided by the IPSF are not genuine. While the certificates of 2 selected athletes are from the same championship as the other athletes,” Yasin said. The IPSF said it demanded clarification from the IOA but got no clear answers. “We are planning to take legal action. Our players are medal contenders, they have consistently performed well in the sport,” a federation official said.

England beat India by 8 wickets to win ODI series

England’s Adil Rashid (R) and Virat Kohli in action during the third ODI match. (AP/PTI)

Leeds, Jul 17 (Agencies): Joe Root and Skipper Eoin Morgan scored a brilliant century and halfcentury respectively to guide England to a comfortable eight-wicket win over India in the third ODI in Leeds on Tuesday. With this victory, England won the series 2-1. Chasing 257, the hosts were two down with 74 runs on board, before Root and Morgan put up an unbeaten solid partnership of 186 runs to guide England to victory. Earlier, leg-spinner Adil Rashid’s triple strikes in the middle overs helped England restrict India to 256/8. Put in to bat, India rode on captain Virat Kohli’s run-a-ball 71, combined with his predecessor MS Dhoni’s laborious 66-ball 42 and a valuable 44 from opener Shikhar Dhawan even as Rashid applied the brakes to return figures of

3/49 off his 10 overs. India were in trouble early on, losing in-form opener Rohit Sharma for a sluggish 18-ball 2, before Dhawan and Kohli forged a 71-run second wicket stand to inject life back into the innings. With the right-left duo of Kohli and Dhawan going all guns blazing, all-rounder Ben Stokes brought the hosts back into the game with the run-out of Dhawan. Dinesh Karthik made a quickfire 22-ball 21 but an inside edge off a tossed up delivery from Rashid ended his stay. Kohli kept his cool to raise his 48th ODI half century and thereafter began switching gears even as Suresh Raina (1) joined him in the middle. However, Rashid and fellow spinner Moeen Ali managed to keep the run flow in check, which prompted both the Indian batsmen to

take risks and in the process the leggie bamboozled the India skipper with a ripper before Raina too departed off the same over. Dhoni once again came to the rescue with a hard working innings, and together with Hardik Pandya (21 off 21 balls), raised a 36-run stand for the sixth wicket before adding another 27 runs with Bhuvneshwar Kumar (21 off 35). Towards the end, pacer Shardul Thakul produced a brilliant cameo of 13-ball unbeaten 22 as India’s total crossed the 250-run mark. For England, besides Rashid’s three wickets, pacer David Willey also returned figures of 3/40. Brief Scores: England (Joe Root - 100*, Eoin Morgan - 88*, Shardul Thakur - 1/51) beat India (Kohli 71, Dhawan 44, Dhoni 42; Willey 3/40, Rashid 3/49) by 8 wickets.

Hima Das to be sports ambassador of Assam Kandulimari, Jul 17 (PTI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Tuesday met the parents of ace sprinter Hima Das and said that she would be appointed the sports ambassador of Assam. Hima, who created history by winning gold at IAAF World Under-20 Championships at Tampere in Finland recently, would be the first sports ambassador of the state, officials said. The state government, he said, would felicitate the sprint queen at a state-level programme after her return to Assam, Sonowal told Hima’s parents Ranjit and Junali Das at their home. He visited Hima’s home at No 3 Kandulimari village in Dhing area of Nagaon district and interacted with her parents as well as other members of

Hima Das

her family. Sonowal congratulated Hima’s parents on the success of their daughter in the world of sports. He lav-

ishly praised her “stunning success” saying that her achievement has “raised the stature of the people of the state globally”. Hima would be made the sports ambassador of the state and a reward of Rs 50 lakh would be given to her as per the government’s earlier announcement, he said. Sonowal also felicitated Hima’s parents with the traditional ‘gamosa’ (Assamese scarf of honour),

‘sarai’ (brass metal offering tray with a stand) and a citation. “Hima’s feat inspires Indians and the gold won by her proves that hard work, commitment and sincerity are the cornerstones of success”, he said adding that her feat would inspire the young generation. Hima’s victory has given renewed momentum to women empowerment in the country, he added.

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