July 1, 2016 by Nagaland Post

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Vol. XXVI NO. 203 Dimapur, friday, July 1, 2016

Tax amnesty

rime Minister Narendra Modi has issued a stern warning to tax defaulters to voluntarily declare their undisclosed incomes under an amnesty scheme latest by September 30,2016 otherwise the government would not be in a position to help them. It is not the first time that the government of India had announced amnesty for tax dodgers if they declare their undisclosed sources of income or untaxed money within some period of time. It may be recalled that in 1997, in the days before P Chidambaram presented his famous dream budget, one of the proposals under discussion in North Block, which houses the Ministry of Finance, was a tax amnesty scheme. The road shows and marketing spearheaded by then finance secretary Singh worked — the government netted Rs 10,000 crore in taxes alone, which meant that the mobilisation was substantially higher, putting in the shade five other amnesty schemes launched earlier. Modi, under scathing attack from the Congress for failing to make good his 2014 campaign pledge to bring back black money within 100 days of coming to power, has reminded those hiding undisclosed money to come clean. The Government had promised in the 2015 Budget that it would take swift action to bring back to India undisclosed offshore income and assets of residents that had escaped being taxed in India. This resulted in the Undisclosed Foreign Income and Assets (Imposition of Tax) Bill, 2015 being introduced on March 20, 2015. On May 11, the Lok Sabha passed the Bill, now called the Black Money (Undisclosed Foreign Income and Assets) and Imposition of Tax Bill, 2015 (with certain minor changes). The Rajya Sabha assented to this Bill on May 14, 2015 and on May 26,2015 the Bill received the assent of the President of India (the “Black Money Act”). Originally slated to come into effect from April 1, 2016, the Black Money Act has now come into effect from July 1, 2015. The stated purpose of the Black Money Act is to deal with the menace of black money and this Act seeks to, among other things, levy tax on the undisclosed assets and income held abroad by Indian residents and Indian-sourced income of non-residents invested in assets abroad. The Black Money Act provides for a penalty up to 90% of the value of an undisclosed asset in addition to a tax at 30%, as well as sentences of rigorous imprisonment, to be imposed in certain cases. The legislature has introduced a one-time compliance opportunity for a limited period (“Compliance Scheme”) for persons who are affected by the Black Money Act to provide a chance to come clean and streamline their affairs. There is also a proposal to bring more people within the income tax net. According to official data, only 3 per cent of over 1 billion people in the country are estimated to pay income tax. Those who earn Rs.21,000 and more (per month) have to pay taxes, but many small businesses, professionals (such as doctors and lawyers) and rich farmers do not pay taxes. A total of 2.87 crore individuals filed income tax returns for 2012-13, but 1.62 crore of them did not pay any tax. If both work, then the government will be flush with funds and that is good news for several state governments.

DailyDevotion Do It Now!

Agree with your adversary quickly… —Matthew 5:25 In this verse, Jesus Christ laid down a very important principle by saying, “Do what you know you must do— now. Do it quickly. If you don’t, an inevitable process will begin to work ‘till you have paid the last penny’ (Matthew 5:26) in pain, agony, and distress.” God’s laws are unchangeable and there is no escape from them. The teachings of Jesus always penetrate right to the heart of our being. Wanting to make sure that my adversary gives me all my rights is a natural thing. But Jesus says that it is a matter of inescapable and eternal importance to me that I pay my adversary what I owe him. From our Lord’s standpoint it doesn’t matter whether I am cheated or not, but what does matter is that I don’t cheat someone else. Am I insisting on having my own rights, or am I paying what I owe from Jesus Christ’s standpoint? Do it quickly— bring yourself to judgment now. In moral and spiritual matters, you must act immediately. If you don’t, the inevitable, relentless process will begin to work. God is determined to have His child as pure, clean, and white as driven snow, and as long as there is disobedience in any point of His teaching, He will allow His Spirit to use whatever process it may take to bring us to obedience. The fact that we insist on proving that we are right is almost always a clear indication that we have some point of disobedience. No wonder the Spirit of God so strongly urges us to stay steadfastly in the light! (see John 3:19-21). “Agree with your adversary quickly….” Have you suddenly reached a certain place in your relationship with someone, only to find that you have anger in your heart? Confess it quickly— make it right before God. Be reconciled to that person— do it now!

Quotes

A sad soul can kill you quicker than a germ.

~ John Steinbeck

Nagaland Post, Dimapur friday, July 1, 2016

ive days before he was called Home like a bolt from the blue on 20.6.2016, I talked to Rev. Lano over the phone and he said, “Brother my legs are swollen and I am a little discouraged.” I replied saying he should not be discouraged as many are praying to grant him long life. Then he enquired about my welfare saying he just finished praying for me and my family. That was the last time we talked to each other. As he was not in his best physical form for the last two years, I would advise him often as a doctor on how to take care of himself better. I suggested him two things saying, “Brother, instead of gospel programmes every week make it on alternate weeks and then do some brisk walking exercise every morning.” Then he would reply saying, “Brother, so many invitations are coming and I cannot say ‘no’. Even for next year, I have some programmes booked already. Then every morning before I wake up, people are waiting for me for prayer, so where in my time for exercise?” At the beginning of each year he would call me and say, “Brother this year I want to bring one lakh souls to God so please pray for me. I do not want money, fame or anything. I just want to live long and win souls.” Such was the commitment of this great man of God whose entire passion was soul winning. The last time we went together for a gospel programme at Tadubi in Mao area along with IEF team of young preachers, Achet and Akumla in the first week of April, 2015, he collapsed in the bath room. But he recovered after IV drips were given and he was able to preach with his undaunted spirit and many souls were saved. During the crusade a cancer patient who was bedridden was prayed for

and he was able to get up and walk after the prayer. Early part of this year a big crusade was conducted at Pangsha near Myanmar border after which he travelled non-stop to Mokokchung for nearly ten hours. This was not the only one but often he travelled several hours even late at night for gospel programmes which was responsible for wearing him out so fast. He did not count his life dear to him for the sake of the gospel. I came to know this great man of God in the year 1985 when I was working in Tuensang Civil hospital. He preached in the local ground about brevity of life and the need to prepare for our eternity. Many were touched and gave their lives to Christ. From that day I knew he was a very special instrument of God. I had the great blessing of associating with Rev Lano for the last many years as prayer partners and working together in gospel programmes. He was so happy when he was able to go to Jerusalem and preach in a church last year and he was so keen to share with me about Jerusalem. But alas, we could never get the chance to listen to his Jerusalem story. Among many preachers I know, Rev. Lano was very unique and special. I think he was great and powerful because he was so humble and had a compassionate heart for sinners, filled with special anointing power of the Holy Spirit, convicting sinners and comforting the broken hearted. He would often preach on love, compassion and manifold blessing of God for believers and would ask the congregation, “Is not that wonderful, why not give your heart to Jesus?” The appeals were so powerful and penetrating that most listeners in the congregation would give their lives to Christ.

Today even many believers are sceptical about the miracle working power of the Holy Spirit. But Rev. Lano was in full operation in the power of the Holy Spirit. He shared with me about many miracles that took place in his ministry including raising the dead. Years ago in Bodoland a mother brought her dead child from a distance of 3 hours journey hoping to be raised through the prayer of Rev. Lano during the crusade. After the prayer the child was raised and there was a mighty act of conversions by seeing the miracle. On 24.8.2014 in Mon Town, the wife of one Mapung Konyak was raised from death when he prayed- “Lord if it is your will please raise this woman so that people of Mon Town may believe in the power of God.” And there are many more to narrate but here space and time will not permit. Surely Rev. Lano was a very special messenger God sent during our times for a very special purpose. Only how we all wish he could live for another ten years to bring many more souls to the kingdom of God. Yes my brother has finished his mission successfully like Paul...” none of these things move me, nor do I count my life dear to me, so that I may finish my race with joy, and the ministry which I have received from the Lord Jesus...and will see my face no more.” Acts 20:24-25 Brother Lano, we love you so dearly and miss you so much. Please wait for us at the Golden Gate which was shown to you in the year 2004 where only those who have the testimony can enter. There you tell me your stories of Old and New Jerusalem. Till then, Good Bye my dearly beloved brother. Dr. A. Loso Chalai

Thank you, Isak Chishi Swu

sak Chishi Swu, one of the grand patriarchs of the Naga National Movement, is no more. His departure has broken many a heart and drained many a tear from the eyes of the people he had enamored with his fatherly figure. His departure has also resurrected many buried memories of yesteryears. The footprint he has left behind on the pages of Naga history will remind us that a great soul had once walked on the rough terrain of Naga struggle for self determination. The people of Pochury will cherish the memory of Mr. Swu in particular for his leadership in the conception and consolidation of our identity as a distinct tribe duringthe nascent period. At an individual level I had experienced no association of particular interest with Mr. Swu. The one and only occasion I happened to meet him was in the year 2002, during one of the Peace Consultations held in the Hotel Alexander, Bangkok, where I went as a part of the Naga delegation, representing my tribe. One day during the brief recess of our marathon consultation, I was introduced to the collective leadership as a lone delegate from Pochury community. On hearing the name Pochury he walked over to me and said, “Brother Rümatho, you must take care of our Pochury people.” He shared some other concerns as well but these words have stuck to my mind to this day. While others eulogize Mr. Swu

for what he means to them, it befits the occasion to mention here that the first Primer and Hymnal entitled Küchiepha Apowa in Pochury Nagaand Zhüle Kümhie Zapha in Pochury Naga were published on January 1, 1961 and printed in Rangoon at the Burma Union Press, Regd: Rgn.008. No. 26, 35th Street, Rangoon. The publication was made possible through the sustained help and support of Isak Chishi Swu, who was then the Alie/Foreign Affair Secretary and Kughato Sukai, Ato Kilonser of the Federal Government of Nagaland. Two years after its publication it was brought home from Layshee by Thuchu (Thungchamo) in March 1963. The subsequent editions of Hymn Book in Pochury have not deviated substantially both in style and in content. As a people and as a tribe, we owe him so much and so we wish to thank him so much. Isak Chishi Swu is a name that will continue to live in our hearts for generations to come. May God shower His blessings upon his good work and may his soul rest in peace with our Lord, Jesus Christ. To Mrs. Swu and her children, as you walk through the dark valley of the shadow of death, we convey our deepest sympathy and condolences. May the God who is able to protect you from all harms keep you and watch over you. Rümatho Nyusou, Meluri

futsero town and its surrounding villages have been in darkness for 26 days. A few rich people are able to light their homes with small generators. However, poor people are living in a pathetic condition. The break-down of Transformer and non-restoration is adversely affecting the life of people. Let us consider a few things. 1. Educational Institutions are badly affected. They cannot do many of the Office works. The officials documents cannot be printed. The colleges have to do correspondence with universities on online. Students’ registration cannot be done without power supply. Small generator does not give consistent power supply. It spoils electronic gadgets due to fluctuation of power supply. The teachers find difficult to prepare their lessons without electricity. The students cannot do home works/assignments. They cannot do paper presentation. The electrical power failure is adversely affecting the normal functioning of educational institutions in and around Pfutsero Town. 2. The Hospital is experiencing difficulty in storing Vaccine, doing various tests. Patients cannot be treated in darkness. Do power Department authorities have a concern for patiencts? 3. The non-restoration of electricity has affected business transaction, which are done through electronic media. The carpenters who work with electrical tools are now without works. It is also learnt that in Chizami Sub-Division, within eight months six transformers spoiled and took many days to replace them. Now, the electricity is restored, but the small scale industries like Saw Mills are not allowed to run for fear of spoiling the Transformer. Many people earn their daily bread and sponsor their children education with a meager wages earned from these small scale industries. The Power Department is now depriving them by not supplying power to these

Rio’s condolence message

Dear Mrs. Euster Chishi Swu I am deeply pained by the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu, Chairman of the NSCN/ GPRN. His death is indeed a huge loss and an enormous setback for all Nagas especially at this juncture of our political history. Late Isak Chishi Swu was one of the greatest patriots who sacrificed everything he had for the rights and aspirations of the Naga people. As we mourn for the departed soul we recall the steadfastness with which our beloved leader Isak Chishi Swu held the national aspiration. Unflinching and unwavering he held on to the cause of the Naga Nation. For such a man the hardship and suffering that came his way only strengthened his determination in his belief that Nagas were free people. That freedom was too precious a thing not to be squandered away for personal gain was deeply etched in his heart. The Naga political movement, which is today recognized by the Government of India, owes much to this great leader who never made any compromise but continued to fight for what he believed in till his last breath.

After the signing of the cease fire agreement with the Government of India, he became an ambassador for peace and continued to tirelessly work for achievement of an honorable and amicable political solution that would pave the way for lasting peace and progress. His contributions will be remembered by coming generations as he has played a contributing and integral role in the story of the Naga journey. His sacrifices, many of which we will never know, will never go in vain as he has been an inspiration to generations of Nagas. His passing away has left a deep void and an irreplaceable vacuum. As a signatory of the historic Framework Agreement and as one of the tallest Naga personalities, his place in history will be recorded in letters of gold. While his presence will be missed by all sections, we also take this opportunity to pay tribute to one of the great sons of the Naga soil. We thank him for his contributions and sacrifices, we salute him for his commitment to the Naga cause, we pay respect to him for being a messenger of

Frequently asked questions on water quality • Why water is saltish ?  Chlorides give water a salty taste, but the intensity of the taste depends upon the ionic composition. Thus in some water the salty taste is detected at about 200 mg/lit but if the water contains high concentrations of calcium magnesium, the salty taste is not noticed even at 1000 mg/lit. • Why water on standing becomes turbid and brownish yellow?  Normally some ground water may contain ferrous iron in the form of its bicarbonate, which is in dissolved condition. On exposure to air, ferrous iron is oxidised to insoluble ferric iron hydroxide and is seen in the form of brownish yellow precipitate. • Why soap is not lathering ?  This is due to the property of excessive hardness in water. Hardness is mainly contributed by calcium and magnesium. • Why boiled rice is hard and yellow in colour?  This is due to the property of high alkalinity in water. Alkalinity is mainly contributed by bicarbonate.

• Why dal becomes hard on cooking ?  This is due to high alkalinity of water. • Why boiled meat/ food becomes poor in quality ?  This may be due to the high hardness of water. • What is the reason for algae growth ?  Trace level of phosphorous and nitrogen aid for algae growth. Sunlight or stray light can help this process. • How white scales deposits in vessels (when water is stored/boiled) ?  The scales are due to precipitation of calcium carbonate from water. Scale formation is notable when the water is temporary hardness. The water after filtration can be used without any harm. • What is the reason for oily suspensions noted on the surface of water in wells ?  This is also due to precipitation of calcium carbonate in water. • How white de posits blocks the PVC pipes ?  This is due to deposition of calcium carbonate scales. This is found particularly when compressor pumps are used.

small scale and self-reliance industries. The workshops in Pfutsero Town are forced to close down for they cannot do wielding, do Tyre works and painting. 4. The authorities of the Power Department, the concern minister and public leaders should look into the need and welfare of the citizens. The bills that the citizens pay should be utilized to restore electricity. It is doubtful, whether the collected bills are faithfully deposited. If it is deposited then there should not be any shortage of money to purchase new Transformer. If the bills are not sufficient, the concern department should make consumers understand and enhance electric bill. Now, it is almost a month without electricity, will the Power Department collect electric bills from the consumers? 5. The consumers have right to demand good power supply. The authorities seem to be taking advantage of the silent consumers. Now it is time that public voice out their right. The supply of electricity is the responsibility of the State government. The collected bills should be sufficient to manage Power Department and supply sufficient power to the consumers. We all know that Manipur Government has made Pre-Paid Electricity Bill. The citizens of Manipur State have sufficient and regular power supply. Is Nagaland Government capable to introduce Pre-Paid Bill system? This will help both the State Government and consumers. The consumers will also be very judicious in using electricity. Since the formation of the statehood, the citizens have not experienced regular power supply for 24 hours. There is always load shedding, power cut off for onetwo hours or even whole day and night times. There is no prospect to improve the economy of people and progress unless there is regular power supply. Yiepetso Wezah, Mission Colony, Pfutsero town

• How horizontal brownish or brownish-black streaks found in teeth ?  This is caused in children due to excess fluoride in water. The horizontal streaks formed are permanent and cannot be treated or removed. • Why rotten egg smell occurs in water ?  In the absence of sufficient air and under anaerobic conditions, hydrogen sulfide is formed due to putrefaction of organic matter in water. This causes rotton egg smell in water. • Why brownish or brownish-black slimes formed in water conveying pipes ?  May be due to growth of iron bacteria in water. • Explain the death of infants due to blue baby disease .  High nitrate in water causes blue baby disease. The blood of the children affected by the disease turns blue and the children die of asphyxiation. The disease affects only infants below six month age. Adults are not affected. Breast fed children are not affected by this disease. • How clothes loose their

shining and become dirty after some washings ?  This is due to presence of high hardness and iron in water used for washing. Good lathering can occur with detergents but the cleaning action in hard water will not be always satisfactory. • Explain reason for formation of slime in closet in toilets and in the floors of bathroom .  This happens due to microbial causing micro-organisms (called pathogens) in water. • Whether the presence of septic tank may affect the quality of water in nearby wells.  If the seepage from septic tank mixes with well water, it can definitely affect the quality of water and can cause water borne disease. Mixing of septic tank waste or sewage in drinking water can be easily identified by test in for ammonia, phosphate and fecal coliform. There should be sufficient distance (at least 20-50 ft) between the septic tank and a well. A Roland Kikon, Chemist, State Water Quality Testing Laboratory, PHED, Nagaland, Dimapur

peace and we admire him for guiding us through the most difficult and challenging times in our history. His life, his vision, and his sweat, blood and tears will be remembered and continue to inspire the younger generations. Even as we pay tribute to the departed soul, let us recommit ourselves to the legacy he has left behind. All sections of Naga society must take the opportunity of this solemn occasion to rededicate ourselves to come together to pursue peace so that sacrifices of great patriots like late Isak Chishi Swu will not be in vain. It has rightly been said that ‘Peace is not the absence of violence Peace is the presence of justice’. Our greatest homage to him will be to pursue what he strived for and to stand up for justice so that we can live in peace and harmony. I convey my deepest condolences to the members of the bereaved family. It is our prayer that God grant you peace, grace and strength at this time of bereavement. May the departed soul rest in eternal peace. Kuknalim Neiphiu Rio, Lok Sabha MP

SRSU clarify

propos the “letter to commissioner and secretary school education” published on June 30 should read as Khetoi Jimo and not as published.

Reader’s Post

Appeal to DC Tuensang Sir,

With reference to your advertisement dates 1st Nov. 2014 for the recruitment notice for Dobashi, LDA and grade IV post. I would like to draw your kind attention for kind necessary action please. That sir, as an unemployed youth I have been anxiously waiting for the exam, but disappointing that your office does not show any sign of conducting the exam and no intimation to the candidates. As a concern candidate I would like to request your esteem authority to take the matter as a serious case and conduct the said examination at the earliest possible time. For which act of your kind gesture, I on behalf of all the intending candidates would be highly grateful to you sir. Akum Stm

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