June 27, 2019

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Vol XXIX No. 200

DIMAPUR, THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2019 Pages 12 ` 5.00

Shah reviews security situation in J-K on his maiden official visit

Women’s WC: Netherlands, Italy enter QFs

SL to resume executions after 42-year hiatus

national, Page 5

sports, Page 11

international, Page 9

Cong unable to accept its defeat: PM

NEW DELHI, JUN 26 to give a thumping ma(PTI): Prime Minister jority to the BJP as “a Narendra Modi Wednesdefeat of the country, day launched a blistering democracy and farmattack on the Congress ers”. saying it was sheer arGoing by the Conrogance of the grand old gress party’s arguments, party which is unable he wondered whether to accept its defeat and victory of the Congress continues to question the in Wayanad and Rae mandate of the people Bareli seats too was a by doubting EVMs. “defeat of the country”. Addressing Rajya Noting that the ConNarendra Modi Sabha, Modi said there gress was not able to have been so many polls win even a single Lok with EVMs and parties that are Sabha seat in 17 states, he said it was represented in Rajya Sabha have got time for the Congress to introspect opportunities to govern in some state and “accept defeat”. or the other after elections conducted “My friends in the Congress: through EVMs. “Then, why question They have not been able to digest EVMs today,” he asked. victory. They have not been able to Modi said, “We are seeing this accept defeat. I do not consider this same attitude when it comes to dis- to be a healthy sign in a democracy,” cussing ‘One Nation, One Election’.” he said. Modi quoted former presi“Yes, people may not like the idea or dent Pranab Mukherjee that opposihave inputs on this. But, it is impor- tion has a right to question but not tant to present these ideas and have obstruct as he sought protection from discussions on the subject,” he said the Chair to help government get on the proposal for holding simul- through important legislations. taneous Assembly and Lok Sabha “We don’t have majority in elections which the government had Rajya Sabha but verdict of the been batting for. people should not be throttled in In his over an hour long reply the House,” he said adding opposito the debate on Motion of Thanks tion parties in the Upper House got to President’s address, Modi, who special pleasure in “demeaning” the had targeted the Congress during government. The Motion of Thanks his reply in Lok Sabha on Tuesday, to President’s address was passed by accused the opposition party of Parliament following the Prime Minheaping “insults” on the people of ister’s reply. The Motion was passed the country by calling their decision by Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

State govt notifies Startup Policy

DIMAPUR, JUN 26 (NPN): State government has notified the Nagaland Startup Policy, 2019 with an aim to create a conducive atmosphere for local entrepreneurs and to provide opportunities to establish an entrepreneurial culture so as to bring out more job opportunities for the youth. In a notification, the department of industries & commerce stated that the policy shall be effective for a period of five years from the date of its notification or until notified, whichever is earlier.

Rains likely over parts of state

DIMAPUR, JUN 26 (NPN): Light to moderate rain with one or two heavy spells are expected over parts of Nagaland until June 29, 2019 and thereafter the intensity of rains will decrease to some extent, but still scattered rains will continue with cloudy sky. According to Skymet Weather report, heavy rain and thundershowers with gusty wind at many places with few very heavy spells would occur over Dimapur, Kiphire, Kohima, Longleng, Mokokchung, Mon, Peren, Phek, Tuensang, Wokha and Zunheboto districts of Nagaland during the next 48 hours. The report stated that Nagaland was rain deficient by 24%.

This is it!

“Sir, I’m only doing my duty. The civic body will then do its duty too.” K Y M C

At 21.4%, Nagaland has the highest ‘One poll, one ideology’ not unemployment rate DELHI, JUN 26 acceptable to India: Cong NEW (AGENCIES): Nagaland

Congress on Wednesday said in Rajya Sabha that the idea of “one election, one face, one ideology” is not acceptable to India and asked the BJP to desist from “dividing the country for votes”. Congress leader Anand Sharma, while speaking during the debate on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s address, also urged the BJP to recognise the efforts made by previous governments since independence and not disregard them. “Don’t divide the country for votes. This is a very dangerous trend,” Sharma told the BJP in Rajya Sabha. “You cannot have a forced majority, you cannot impose your decision. You cannot take away the rights of states on elections. When governments fall in states and alternative governments are not formed, will you impose President’s rule then. This will not happen. “I understand your thought. There should be one country, but one election, one face, one name, one ideology is not acceptable to India,” Sharma said. Sharma, who is deputy leader of the Congress in the upper house, alleged that no prime minister has ever fought elections on the victory of armed forces as Modi did. He recalled how Indira Gandhi after the victory of Indian forces in Bangladesh war of independence said that this was the victory of humanity and not hers, for which opposition leader Atal Bihari Vajpayee had lauded her.

has the highest unemployment rate among the states at 21.4%, and Meghalaya the lowest at 1.5%, figures tabled by the government in Parliament during the current session show, reports The Indian Express. Periodic Labour Force Survey for 2017-18, other aspects of which have been reported earlier, shows huge variations among states. Besides Nagaland, states with high unemployment are Goa and Manipur. Chhattisgarh and Sikkim are among those with the lowest rates. If Union Territories are included in the comparison, Nagaland still tops the list. Country-wide, PLFS pegs the unemployment rate at 6.1%, with the rate lower among females than males. Among the states, Nagaland and Meghalaya again take the top and bottom positions in both female and male lists. Goa and Kerala are high in female unemployment (26.0% and 23.3%) but their respective male unemployment rates are three times lower (8.1% and 6.2%).

PIL issue: BJP claims petitioner not from party

ENCSU serves ultimatum on govt

Correspondent

KOHIMA, JUN 26 (NPN): Claiming that there was no BJP leader by the name of Ashwani Kumar Upadhyay, party’s State president and Higher & Technical Education (H&TE) minister Temjen Imna Along said the State unit had verified with the Central headquarters in this regard. Addressing a press conference at his official residence here on Wednesday, the minister said the State BJP was on the hunt for Upadhyay and, if found, would be asked to withdraw the PIL as it would harm the political endeavour of Nagas. He said the reports, published in various national media, that referred to him as a BJP leader had worried party workers, adding that he and the party had made a thorough verification but did not find the name anywhere. He claimed the party was not aware of this person.

Meanwhile, as per the twitter handle of Ashwini Upadhyay, a verified account (@AshwiniBJP), Upadhyay claims to be a spokesperson of the BJP and an advocate in the Supreme Court. According to The Indian Express (Nov. 11, 2018), the report stated that Delhi BJP spokesperson Ashwini Upadhyay goes by the sobriquet ‘PIL man’ in the corridors of the Supreme Court. A practising advocate, he holds the unique distinction of filing 50 PILs in five years. In another report by ANI (Nov. 12, 2018), the Supreme Court pulled up advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay for filing a series of ‘meaningless’ Public Interest Litigations (PILs) and warned that he might be banned from filing PILs in the future. Alleging that people were made to understand that BJP Nagaland was responsible for the issue,

Along denied this and called for withdrawal of the PIL as it could become a new bone of contention in the ongoing Naga peace process. On the merger of former JD (U) leader and agriculture minister G Kaito Aye with NDPP, Along said being a lone member of his parent party in the ministry, merging with the ruling party was his own decision, adding he did not wish to comment further. Further on JD (U) president’s claim of Kaito meeting BJP general secretary in-charge of Northeast Ram Madhav and the latter insisting that the former be dropped from the ministry, Along clarified that no one had asked chief minister Neiphiu Rio to drop Kaito from his cabinet. Along said even if Kaito was dropped, his post would not be allotted to BJP and pointed out that JD (U) was still a constituent of NDA. (Cont’d on p-7)

DIMAPUR, JUN 26 (NPN): Eastern Nagaland College Students’ Union (ENCSU), which has been raising objection over alleged appointment of seven posts out of 120 newly created posts under Higher Education (HE) department, Wednesday served an ultimatum on the state government to intervene and meet its demand of Backward Tribes (BT) reservation within five days from the date of submission. In an ultimatum addressed to chief secretary, ENCSU president M. Longre Chang and general secretary Wangnei C Jessuhu said the union was compelled to serve ultimatum as the government has failed to address its multiple pleas and letters. ENCSU warned that failure to take necessary action towards its demand, the union would be compelled to take its own course of action.

DCCI says resolution adopted in public interest DIMAPUR, JUN 26 (NPN): Following strong objection and criticism of its general meeting resolution by student bodies, the Dimapur Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) has reassured all that the resolution was adopted “in the interest of the consumer and general public and not as alleged.” DCCI through its media affairs termed as “unfortunate” that the resolution has been “highly misinterpreted.” DCCI said it was perplexed that some leaders leading intellectual body were misleading the public and not being able to differentiate between the word “check” and “raid”. DCCI clarified that at no point had it resolved against “Checking of tampered MRP, expiry goods”. DCCI said its resolution was against “raids” carried out by individuals and organiza-

tions without the presence of competent authority, authorized individuals and agencies. DCCI said it wondered as to what wrong it has done by resolving to abide by the law of the land. It also claimed that many individuals and organizations in Dimapur have been on “raiding spree” without the presence of competent authority and also “indiscreetly” impose fine instead of reporting it to the appropriate authority which led to it becoming a “a semi industry.” DCCI said such “illegal activism” emboldened some of the business enterprises to buy their way out from such unscrupulous people. DCCI said it wanted to stop such practices of “underhand exchange” and encourage raids in the presence of appropriate authority so that such shops and business

establishment were exposed publicly with appropriate action taken. However, DCCI lamented that certain section of people were adamant against raids without the presence of competent authority. On the resolutions against donations and sale of tickets and lottery, DCCI reminded that it was not just its resolution but a standing district administration order banning such activities. DCCI clarified that escalation of rates was directly co-related to such unsolicited activities and so it was the wish of the business community to protect the consumers with fair price. DCCI said it was not opposed to any voluntary contribution by anybody but was against forced donations. Further, DCCI informed consumers that there was a separate Public Griev-

ances Cell to address their grievances and requested them not to hesitate to lodge their complaints. DCCI also appealed to the GBs and colony councils to be vigilant on illegal immigrants setting up business establishment without a proper trade license. It also appealed to DMC and colony councils to make NRC and NoC as main documents for issuing trade license to people hailing from Assam by taking extra effort to re-verify such trade licenses. Meanwhile, DCCI has appealed to the student community not to misread the DCCI intentions, which were in the interest of students, parents, consumers and public. DCCI said it believe that no issue was too big to be resolved “if we all patiently with mutual respect sit over and thrash out the issues.”

Health, education should be priority: Gov Acharya

Acharya addressing the Intl. day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2019 programme at Capital Convention Center. (DIPR)

Correspondent

KOHIMA, JUN 26 (NPN): Nagaland governor, PB Acharya, said that health and education should be of utmost priority and urged the policy-makers to look into the appeal for budgetary allocation to implement “the Nagaland State Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Policy 2016”. Acharya said this while addressing an event organized to observe International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on the theme “health for justice, justice for health” at Capital Convention Centre here Wednesday. The programme was jointly organized by ministry of social justice and empowerment,

department of social welfare Nagaland, narcotic cell Nagaland police, Kripa foundation, NCC, IDUF, NSACS and NUN. Emphasizing on drug users, governor called upon the citizens of the state to create stigma-free environment in the society. He lauded the effort of the Naga Mothers’ Association (NMA) for its positive contribution towards addressing the drug abuse issue in the state. In his address as guest speaker, principal secretary school education & SCERT, Menukhol John, said that drug abuse and related issues was a huge concern and that all responsible must join hands in combating the (Cont’d on p-7) issue.

Let’s speak out in favour of religious freedom: Pompeo NEW DELHI, JUN 26 (AGENCIES): US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who is on a 2-day visit to India, Wednesday called for speaking “strongly” in favour of religious freedom rights and asserted that the world is worse off when they are compromised. His remarks assume significance as they come days after the State Department, in its annual 2018 International Religious Freedom Report released last week, alleged that mob attacks by violent extremist Hindu groups against minority communities, particularly Muslims, continued in India in 2018, amid rumours that victims had traded or killed cows for beef. “India is the birthplace of four major world religions. Let’s stand up together for religious freedom for all, let’s speak out strongly together in favour of those rights for whenever we do compromise those rights, the world is worse off,” Pompeo said in his India policy speech at the India International Centre here.

NSF threatens stir if PIL not withdrawn DIMAPUR, JUN 26 (NPN): Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) has threatened to initiate State-wide democratic movement if the public interest litigation (PIL) filed by a vested interest group before Supreme Court (SC) was not withdrawn. In a statement issued by its president Ninoto Awomi and vice-president Dievi Yano, the federation alleged that the vested interest group was harming the image of Nagas and could become an inconvenience for all. Contending that the allegation contained in the PIL and made available to media had projected Nagas in a very poor light, NSF said it was greatly offended and hurt by the PIL, adding that it was an open secret that some vested interest groups had misled BJP leader Ashwani Kumar Upadhyay with the sole intention to hurt the good image of Nagas and promote anti-Naga feelings

outside Nagaland. Stating that it was deeply disturbed by the accusation of racial discrimination levelled against the Nagas, NSF pointed out that there was no perfect society and declared that “in terms of receiving good treatment, the Naga society in comparison to other societies treats everyone with respect”. This was borne out by the fact that non-Nagas controlled the entire market of the State, it added. NSF said it had also taken serious offence to the claim that many businesses had closed down and left Dimapur. Mentioning that such false claim was being made with the sole intention of spreading a feeling of hatred towards Nagas, the federation declared that it would not tolerate such false claim and accusation. Pointing out that settlement of land between locals and non-locals was a policy matter of the State govern-

DSSU objects to DCCI resolution

Opposition NPF slams Rio

D imapur , J U N 2 6 (NPN): Dimapur Sümi Students’ Union (DSSU) has raised objection to the resolution passed by the Dimapur Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) particularly the resolution no. 2 and no.4. In a statement, DSSU president, Kahito Chishi and general secretary, Vitopu Ayemi stated that any form of fundraise carried out by the student bodies were purely for “its well-wishers and never coerced upon anybody”. Therefore, DSSU said that point no.2 of the resolution, which termed fundraise by the student bodies as “illegal collection” was a direct challenge to the student community. The union also described resolution no.2 as “completely absurd and dictatorial self-style resolu(Cont’d on p-4) tion”.

DIMAPUR, JUN 26 (NPN): NPF has accused chief minister Neiphiu Rio of practising immoral politics and using money and muscle power to win support for his coalition government. Recalling how Rio had once boasted how under his leadership BJP was totally wiped from Nagaland in 2003, the opposition party in a statement said the NDPPled PDA government started from a very noxious setup. The statement pointed how while NPF was in negotiation with BJP over seat sharing, Rio’s NDPP offered 20 seats on a platter to BJP out of the blue. “Had NDPP contested on its own and not hijacked the deal, which was being worked out, they would have had a bitter result and left squirming,” it added. Following the deal, NDPP won 18 seats, with one under questionable cir-

ment and practised since long, the federation said it was not a new issue that would crop up on introduction of ILP in Dimapur. It quoted a land revenue department notification (no. LR/16/73, dated Kohima, the 22nd April 1976) that reads: “The question of settlement of land with non-locals and non-Nagas was discussed at length. It was decided that all cases for settlement of land with non-locals and non-Nagas will have to be referred to the Government with their recommendation of the authorities concerned and each individual case has to be examined on its own merit and approval by the State Government prior to granting such settlement will have to be taken”. The federation alleged that the ILP issue was only an excuse on the part of those with an ulterior motive to mislead the apex court. (Cont’d on p-4)

cumstances, while BJP won 12 seats, thus taking their combined number to 30, one short of the required number to form a government. And according to NPF, this was the juncture when Rio started his immoral politics. He first allegedly robbed the lone JD (U) MLA and kept one of the two NPP MLAs under confinement, as these two political parties were pre-poll alliance partners of NPF. Claiming that even the lone Independent MLA had approached it first and pledged support, NPF alleged that even before it could be made official, Rio’s “cohorts” got hold of him and offered plump portfolio and thus got his support. This was the start of the NDPP-led PDA government that was rife with horsetrading and nefarious back channelling, it claimed. (Cont’d on p-8) K Y M C

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2019

‘World Drug Day’ observed across Nagaland

Officials from Excise at the programme.

Officials at the programme in Longleng (NP)

Imnalensa, SP Mon at the programme. (DIPR)

Members of NYK on Wednesday. (NYK Dimapur)

KDLSA, KF, ARK Foundation, NUN, KUN officials.

KV Rangapahar students, teachers and delegates.

NCC participants at the awareness programme.

LS Pfutsero officials along with others.

more terrorism around the world, drug trafficking has become one of the deadliest menace due to funding of terrorism through drug trafficking around the world. While going through the data and ratio of drug abuses of the state, Atopu said, Longleng comes at the top comparing to other districts of the state which needs early remedy to save the young generation of the district. Atopu, urged all stakeholders including church leaders to act before it was too late so to save the younger generation. He also called upon the people of all section to come forward and extend all cooperation to Police of the district to eradicate this menace. Others who spoke on the occasion included A. Mane Phom, retainer lawyer LDLSA, Tialem Phom, executive secretary PBCA, members from Phom People’s Council (PPC) and Phomla Hoichem. Current scenario of drugs abuse in Longleng district was shared by Shahshing Phom, and experience on recovering was shared by L. Salo Phom, OST client. The programme was led by Baulen Phom, DATA manager, OST centre District Hospital Longleng, invocation by Chingthai Phom, pastor Police Baptist Church, vote of thanks delivered by Limamanen Phom, chief functionary YMS closing prayer was said by Mongngoi Phom, associate pastor Longleng Town Baptist Church. (Correspondent) MON: In Mon, the day was observed under the theme, “Health for Justice,

Youth Affairs & Sports, government of India, in collaboration with office of district sports officer (DSO) Dimapur also held a programme. The major highlights of the observation was photo campaign in public places and offices, play and drama and talk on awareness against drugs abuse and addiction among young people and pledge to support the campaign against drug and illicit trafficking. K. Phyobemo Lotha, UNV- district youth coordinator in the discussion talk about the drug abuses in India, said that of all diseases affecting human beings, the worst one is substance abuse and addiction. Therefore, he encouraged the young volunteers to think over and pass on the message of negative consequences of drug abuse to all the younger generation and create awareness. NUN TI, Sakhi-OSC Wokha: NUN TI Wokha in collaboration with SakhiOne Stop Centre (OSC) Wokha and WNP+ under the theme “Listen First” organised the programme at Wokha town. A press release from the organisers stated that, Centre sdministrator Sakhi-OSC, Renthunglo Kikon highlighted the roles and responsibilities of OSC and encouraged the participants to avail help and assistance from the crisis centre. Mercy Ngullie, counselor OSC Wokha, also emphasised on the importance of mental health. Loyivani Patton programme manager, delivered short speech on IDADAIT. Nzanthung PE, presented a personal sharing on how use of drug effects the whole being of

tor as resource person. She advocated the participants and the community members on the significance of IDADAIT. Short speeches were delivered by Dr. S J Akhum chairman board of director RRDA, Langkonsen Tsanglao additional deputy commissioner Shamator, S. Toji president Shamator Town Public Forum, Esther president Yimchung Berii Arihako Shamator Town and Lakhum. The programme was chaired by Lato, welcome note by Thsantong programme manager, invocation by S. Wati associate youth pastor Shamator Town Baptist Church, vote of thanks by Asokhiung outreach worker and benediction by Akhum president Police Baptist Youth Fellowship Shamator. KV Rangapahar Cantt. Dimapur: Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) Rangapahar Cantt. Dimapur commemorated the day in collaboration with the Brahma Kumari Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya, Dimapur branch. As delegates BK Bhavesh, BK Ranan, BK Subrato and BK Junali graced the occasion with their unique interactive sessions on substance abuse, yoga and guided meditation for self-introspection. VK principal M.K Tewari highlighted such programmes and initiatives as the need of the hour to combat drug abuse and illicit trafficking. 93 Bn BSF Chedema: 93 Bn BSF Chedema Kohima organised a seminar on drug abuse lecture by Surinder Singh, Comdt of 93 Bn BSF who spoke on bad effect of drugs abuse of present young generation

DIMAPUR, JUN 26 (NPN): International Day against Drug Abuse & Illicit Trafficking (IDADAIT) was observed across Nagaland on June 26. In Dimapur, the Excise department on organised a programme under the theme, “Listen first”, at Excise conference hall on Wednesday. Addressing the gathering on the significance of the day, additional commissioner of Excise, Kevisetuo Angami, in his speech encouraged the gathering and officers present to re-dedicate the fight against drug abuse. He stated that it was an occasion to educate and spread awareness against drug abuse and illicit trafficking. He further stated that drug abuse and illicit trafficking directly or indirectly affected everyone and also the state economy. Angami further stated that according to UNO report, money earned from drug trafficking came to around 322 billion dollars annually. However, he further cautioned it as black money. Sharing the report of causes related to drug abuse and illicit trafficking from July 2018, till date, deputy commissioner of Excise (Narcotic cell), Nagaland, S Chanlei Angh, reported that as of now, total of 20 cases had been detected, where 18 people have been arrested. The articles seized included Ganja (505 Kgs), Opium (35 gms), Brown Sugar (65 gms), Cough syrup (4175 bottles), Spasmo Proxyvon (3,00,175 capsules) and Nitrosun (391 tablets). It was also stated that approximate

value of the seized articles amounts to approximately 67 lakhs. He later stated that in the present scenario, drug peddlers and drug users have become more aware of the law and knowing how the enforcement personnel operates, detection has become even more difficult. He also said that there is a need to increase number of informers, where the issue of monetary incentives arises as the informers are to be paid for their inputs. E a r l i e r, t h e p r o gramme was chaired by deputy superintendent of Excise (NC), Limatemsu and invocation offered by inspector, Excise, Tehuka S Jakha. The programme also witnessed declaration of pledge initiated by deputy commissioner Excise, where gathering pledged to fight against drug smugglers and traffickers in any manner. Benediction was proposed by superintendent, Excise, Dimapur, T Arilong Longkumer. (Staff Reporter) Longleng: In Longleng, the programme was observed at ERBC hall, organised by Yingli Mission Society (YMS) in collaboration with Longleng District Legal Services Authority (LDLSA), DEF Longleng and NGOs of the district. While exhorting the gathering on the occasion, additional superintendent of Police, Longleng Atopu Sumi lamented that drugs abuse and trafficking has been rampant all over the world in spite of putting concerted effort and cooperation to overcome the menace. He said with the increase and creation of

Seminar held at Thillong village

DIMAPUR: Block Task Force (BTF) of Wokha district under the chairmanship of Dr Manazir Jeelani, DC Wokha, conducted a seminar on plastic pollution at Thillong village community hall for shopkeepers in Doyang area on June 26. A press release from ADC Sanis stated that, powerpoint was presented by Seyiekhrietuo Solo, EAC Aitepyong on the adverse effects of plastic use and alternative options to plastic. EAC pointed out that indigenous practices were environment friendly and it was necessary to revive K Y M C

those practices. Best practices of other districts were also highlighted and participants were encouraged to adopt and help propagate important habits like carrying one's own shopping bags and water bottles, planting trees and practicing waste segregation. A short documentary on Plastic by Dreams Unlimited, produced by department of IPR was screened followed by a few minutes of interaction. Seminar was attended by 40 participants which included shopkeepers, GBs, DBs and village functionaries.

Reusable water bottles and government issued cloth bags were distributed to all the participants. To demonstrate alternative methods, the programme banner was made with chart papers and paper printouts. The programme was chaired by ADC Sanis while Rev. Elis Lotha offered a word of prayer. It was informed that the ban on single use plastic, packaged drinking water and styrofoam products comes into force from July 15 in Sanis HQ jurisdiction and defaulters would be fined as per standing orders.

Justice for Health” at New Site, Tin Ali Junction and NST Junction, Mon town respectively. According to DIPR report, SP Mon, Imnalensa, in his keynote address at NST junction stated that, using of drug not only affected one’s health but it was also a hindrance to society to go forward. Imnalensa appealed to the citizens of Mon to say “no to drugs” and requested the entire stake holders to be vigilant in order to stop drugs in the district. SDO (C) Mon, Chumlamo Humtsoe in his key note address at Tin Ali Junction Mon town said that, in order to control the uses of drug, all stake holders have to play a big role. Medical officer, Dr. Chenje K in his key note address at New Site junction, stated that, in the recent years, drug use was increasing in Mon town and therefore appealed to the citizens to check drug abuse and illegal trafficking. C h aw a n g K a n d Aman K of Users Network Mon shared their experiences with drug and life after leaving drugs, short speeches were also given by representatives from OST Centre, DH Mon, KNSK and MTSU. Street play was performed by Youth Ministries from Gorkha Baptist Church Mon, Ao Baptist Church Mon and Police Baptist Church Mon. The programme was jointly organised by district executive force, district administration, district hospital, KNSK, MTSU, all wards of Mon town and NSACS Mon. NYK Dimapur: Nehru Yuva Kendra (NYK) Dimapur, ministr y of

news in Brief LOU, NH-29 executive meeting: Land Owners Union (LOU), NH-29 has convened an executive meeting on June 29, 11 a.m at Charity Residential School library hall, 5th Mile Dimapur, to discuss crucial agendas. All the executive members, advisors and office bearers have been requested to attend the meeting positively. Further, all the area in-charge/executive members yet to submit photo copy of land patta collected from the land owners are requested to submit the same in the meeting. Brand ambassador appointed for SBM, Mon: Noke Konyak has been appointed as brand ambassador of Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) Mon. ENPO consultative meeting postponed: The proposed consultative meeting of Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organization (ENPO) with 20 elected members (ENLU), 6 tribal presidents, advisors, talk team & frontal organization presidents which was earlier scheduled to be held on June 29 has been postponed to July 1, 10 a.m at Hotel Saramati, Dimapur.

an individual. Mhalo Ngullie chaired the programme and vote of thanks was delivered by Nzanbemo Jami. Earlier in the programme, Elhibemo Patton also spoke. K D L S A : Ko h i m a District Legal Services Authority (KDLS) held a programme in the premises of Kohima District Jail. Abou Mere, director, Kripa Foundation said that jail inmates who are/have been substance users can undertake the part of decriminalization process, he however said that the jail inmate need to accept voluntary rehabilitation and get admitted to a government recognized rehab, mental health institute or juvenile homes. Keduvi Zhotso (KDLSA) highlighted the legal aspects of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substance Act, 1985. Ketho Angami (ARK Foundation) pointed out that drug in itself was good but the abuse and use of drug beyond its medical purpose has made drug a negative element. Renbonthung Tungoe (ARK Foundation) said it should be a joint initiative where everybody contribute in making the society drug free. Sanjay Yadav (KUN), recovering drug addict also shared his experiences. Earlier, jail inmates presented a special number. The event was organized by Kohima District Jail, Kripa Foundation, Kohima District Legal Services Authority, ARK Foundation, NUN and KUN. RRDA Shamator: Regional Rural Development Agency (RRDA) observed the day at cultural hall, Shamator with Ayimla, counsellor ICTC Shama-

and cautioned Jawan to be aware of it. It also organized rally from BN HQ Chedema to Seikhazou Kohima village. BSF also distributed pamphlets, banners and placard displays on drug abuse awareness. NCC Cdts of 1 Nagaland Girls Bn: NCC Cdts of 1 Nagaland Girls Bn NCC under aegis NCC Gp HQ Kohima participated in awareness programmes and central lectures. A total of 1125 Cdts mostly of senior wing with their associated NCC officers participated at various venues. At Kohima the cdts attended the function organised by Kripa Foundation which was graced by Governor of Nagaland State PB Acharya. Other main venues were Peren Govt College, Baptist HSS, All Saints HSS and GHSS, St Xavier College Jalukie in Peren district. At Dimapur the main venues were Don Bosco Dimapur and Christian HSS Dimapur. RRC, SDJGC Dimapur: Red Ribbon Club (RRC) of S D Jain Girls' C o l l e ge ( S D J G C ) o r ganised the day at college auditorium, with Jatila Jamir, DCP (Traffic) Dimapur as the resource person who highlighted the relevance of the day. Club also conducted essay and painting competition with the participation of the students from the college. LS, Pfutsero: Lightway Society (LS), Pfutsero observed the occasion at OST Satellite Centre, CHC, Chozuba town on June 26. The program was attended by stakeholders from church circle, GB, OST Satellite centre staff, OST beneficiaries and Lightway Society staff.

Deteriorating BSNL service in Mkg Correspondent MOKOKCHUNG, JUN 26 (NPN): Mobile and data service subscribers in Mokokchung have been facing immense difficulty as networks of most of the service providers remain disrupted. The most hit network is the state run BSNL whose service has seen a complete black out for three consecutive days. Earlier, Watsu Mungdang, apex women organization of the Aos wrote a complaint letter addressed

to the SDO BSNL on June 18 regarding the bad network services. The letter signed by Maonginla and Moanaro, president and general secretary respectively urged the office to look into the matter urgently and improve the service immediately. Wa t s u M u n g d a n g cautioned that failure to comply would compel the Mungdang to resort to its own course of action and any consequences arising thereof will be the sole responsible of the department.

However, it has been more than a week after the complaint letter was given to the BSNL authority but till date the network has not improved but rather deteriorated till filing of this report. Talking to one of the BSNL officers here at Mokokchung, he disclosed that the main reason for the blackout of services were fibre cut due to which a total of five districts have been affected including Longleng, Zunheboto, Tuensang, Wokha and Mokokchung. K Y M C

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WEATHER FORECAST June 27

(Temperature in ºC)

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Agartala Cloudy, a t-storm in spots

33 27

A morning shower, cloudy

28 22

Aizawl

Guwahati Not as hot; morning t-storms 30 25 Imphal

A little morning rain

29 22

Itanagar Heavy rain and a thunderstorm 25 23 Shillong Occasional rain and a t-storm 22 20 Kohima

A p.m. t-storm in the area

24 20

Dimapur Cloudy, showers; not as warm 28 24

A p.m. t-storm in the area

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Tuensang Cloudy, a shower or t-storm

19 17

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Zunheboto Cloudy, a t-storm in the p.m.

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Principal director, Health and Family Welfare, Nagaland, Dr. Vikeyie Losu along with officials after unveiling the plaque of the new CMO building on Wednesday. (NP)

Correspondent MOKOKCHUNG, JUN 26 (NPN): The inauguration of the new chief medical officer (CMO) office building Mokokchung was held today where Dr. Vikeyie Losu, principal director, Health and Family Welfare, Nagaland attended as the special invitee. Speaking at the programme, the PD said that the new CMO building at Mokokchung was considered as the biggest CMO building in the state. PD further expressed hope that many new changes will come through this new building and added that this new building will be the hub of activity for

the district in health care services. He also lauded that there was a good team of doctors and medical staff in Mokokchung who have been performing their duties responsibly and making the district hospital (IMDH) as one of the best in the state. He further lauded the hospital saying that the efforts put up by the concerned here at the hospital was very encouraging and will be exemplary for other health units to emulate thus making it grow bigger and better. Dr. Vikeyie Losu also encouraged the staff to give their best service, to have coordination, to support and work with each other hand

‘Mokokchung Prayer Festival’ to commence in November

DIMAPUR: Ao Baptist Arogo Mungdang (ABAM) has extended support and necessary assistance in all possible ways for “Bless Nagaland 2019 Jesus calls Mokokchung prayer festival” to be held from November 8 to 10, with anointed servants of God, Dr. Paul Dhinakaran, his family and team at Mokokchung. A press release from organising committee convenor, Rev. Ponen Longchar and secretary, E. Benrithung Patton stated that, the mega prayer festival with the Dhinakarans was a Divine plan as prelude to commemorate 150 years of Christianity in Nagaland in 2022. The release stated that the prayer festival will give every believer an experience of the surpassing greatness of God’s favour and a supernatural increase in every area of life. Prophetic

Dr. Paul Dhinakaran and his wife.

manifestations and miracles are expected in the festival but more so, the organisers are expecting a wave of Supernatural encounters with the Holy Spirit. Organisers stated that Jesus Calls is honoured to partner with the associated churches and ministries of different denominations

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in Nagaland, to share one mandate-one vision of bringing His kingdom message into every home and every life. The release also hope that every believer in Nagaland join in prayer to participate in the mega prayer festival and experience the overflow of Christ’s love.

in hand so that together they can bring great changes to the department. Earlier in the programme, short speeches were delivered by Thungchanbemo Tungoe SDO (C) Mokokchung on behalf of the district administration, Imkong Jamir, vice president Ao Senden and Dr. Akaba retired CMO Mokokchung. A brief technical report of the building was also presented by the engineering wing of the department. The welcome address was delivered by Dr. R. Chubala Aier CMO Mokokchung and the programme was chaired by Dr. P. Medemmayang, medical superintendent, IMDH Mokokchung.

Distribution of agri machineries under SMAM-2018-19

DIMAPUR: Department of Agriculture under Pfutsero sub-division distributed power tillers and brush cutters under SMAM-2018-19, at Sub-Divisional Agriculture Office, Seed-Farm Pfutsero on June 24. The machineries were handed over to different villager under Pfutsero subdivision. VVC Union under Pfutsero sub-division also attended the programme and received the machineries. A press release from secretary, VCC Union subdivision Pfutsero, Phek, M. Mero stated that in the programme, Dr. R. Imtionen, SDAO presented a keynote address and led the programme, where Dr. Diana Patton, SDO (C) gave a short speech. Wekhrope Ngatsi, VCC Enhulumi Village on behalf of the VCC Union and the beneficiaries lauded the department and the SDAO Pfutsero. The programme ended with the distribution of farm machineries and demonstration.

WDLSA conducts conclave for rural women

DIMAPUR: Wokha District Legal Services Authority (WDLSA) conducted a conclave for rural women of Pongidong village, Wokha on legal rights & privileges and welfare schemes on June 25. A press release from WDLSA stated that, Renbonthung Tsanglao panel lawyer speaking on NALSA (Effective implementation of poverty alleviation) schemes 2015 highlighted on various welfare schemes of state and central government schemes available to women. Shanchobeni P Lotha advocate & project assistant presented the legal rights and privileges in particular that can be availed under the protection from Domestic Violence Act 2005. A vocational training was conducted as a way out in line with poverty alleviation schemes for the 90 beneficiaries. Para legal volunteers Daisy Tungoe & Athungbeni trained the women on how to make paper bags, gift bags. Legal Aid Desk was set up and PLV Meribemo Patton explained and distributed local dialect legal pamphlets, also sample paper bags. PLV Alex Tsopoe chaired the programme and Yama Humtsoe chairman Pongitong village delivered welcome note.

Anti-malaria month observed in Zbto

Community after an awareness programme at Lizutomi village, Zunheboto.

DIMAPUR: District Health Society (DHS), Zunheboto National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) obser ved anti malaria month in June with various IEC activities to educate the people on the causes of malaria and its preventive measures. A press release from CMO office Zunheboto district media officer, Shekho Sophie stated that, “Zero Malaria starts with me” was the theme of the month-long observation, during which special focus was given on malaria endemic blocks.

District officials of NVBDCP, Zunheboto headed by Hekuto Sumi, senior malaria inspector, (SMI) and Mudosayi Huire, consultant, DVBO Zunheboto conducted awareness campaigns and mobile clinic to raise public awareness. At Lizumi, Lotisa Old and New, Naghuto, Mapulumi, Ngozübomi and Luthusumi villages public were educated on the symptoms of malaria, diagnosis and treatment through focus group discussion and mobile clinic. Hekuto Sumi appealed to the people to take pre-

cautionary measures to prevent the disease as well as stop mosquito breeding during the rainy season. He also advised the students, ASHA workers and community leaders to spread the message on malaria preventive measures in their respective villages and homes. M u d o s ay i H u i r e, consultant highlighted the district’s epidemiological situation of vector borne diseases and the strategies being adopted to eliminate malaria. The campaign will continue till June 30 covering more villages.

Education vital for development: Sukhalu D I M A P U R : A d v i s o r, School Education, KT Sukhalu said that education was vital for a state like Nagaland to progress and having realize this, the state government was giving due importance on education sector. The advisor said this at the 25th anniversary of Memorial Girl’s Hostelcum-28th freshers’ social at its college campus, Kohima on June 26. He also unveiled the jubilee plague of the girls’ hostel while Rev. Dr. Hokheto Chophi, pastor, Sumi Baptist Church Kohima (SBCK) offered the dedicatory prayer. Impressed by the infrastructure provided by SBCK to start the College with a vision, the advisor called upon the students to become role models in the State after passing out from this institution. He expressed hope that the college would grow from “onwards and upwards” and added that “there are many institutions today which have different reasons but the basic purpose of any school, any college or any institution

KT Sukhalu, advisor of School Education, Dr. Narendra Tiwari and others after unveiling the jubilee plague of Memorial Girls’ Hostel at MOC in Kohima on Wednesday.

for the younger generation is with a vision”. He further reminded the students that they have lot to contribute for the development and take the State forward while assuring of the PDA government’s commitment to give good governance and development. Meanwhile, he also advised the teachers to be more committed in upbringing the present generation to bring changes, as a day

would reflect how they have contributed to the development of the State. He further asked the governing body of the college to give priority to those girls, who were coming from far places to seek admission in the hostel. The hostel was constructed under UGC XIIth Plan Period & Tribal Hostel Development Fund, Government of Nagaland. Coinciding with 25th anniversary of the Girls’

Hostel, the 28th Fresher’s Social of the college (Arts & Commerce) was also held at the auditorium wherein Katho Awomi, president ANCSU attended as guest speaker. Speeches were also delivered by Y.Shongmeth and Sara Munir Choudhury on behalf of the seniors and juniors respectively. Akhum Anar and Visienuo Nienuo were crowned Mr. & Miss Freshers.

AND&DGDU celebrates 25th anniversary in Kohima

Garbage seen dumped on the road side right next to notice in Kohima. (NP)

DIMAPUR: All Nagaland Directorate & District Govt. Drivers’ Union (AND&DGDU) celebrated its 25th anniversary at State Academic Hall Kohima, with Temjen Toy, chief secretary of Nagaland as special guest on June 22. A press release from AND&DGDU general secretary, Yam Bahadur Rana stated that, Temjen Toy talked about current situation saying that most of the people in Nagaland were in search of only government job but once they are selected they become lazy and do not attend the office regularly. He hope that all the government servants will work with full dedication and commitment and added that a driver role was

not only to drive but he also becomes a close companion for the officer. Other special invitees were Anoop Khinchi, DC Kohima and Beilie Miacheio first chairman of AND&DGDU. Jubilee programme commenced with a prayer by Rev. Iringtie Kauring pastor Zeme Baptist Church, Kohima, welcome address by Neivisietuo Rino, special no by All Nagaland Drivers and Body Guard Prayer Fellowship, release of souvenir by chief secretary. Jubilee planning committee report was read out by Imtikumba Longkumer jubilee convenor, exhortation speech was given by special invitee, special no by Yeichulhoulie & party, vote thanks deliv-

ered by Temen Changkiri advisor AND&DGDU and benediction by Rev Iringtie Kauring, in the programme chaired by president AND&DGDU, C.K Longchar

NSDU new office bearers

Golden Crown Theological College (GCTC) certified nine library science students on Wednesday, in a short certification programme at its premises. At the programme, speech was delivered by SAILCS, principal and trainer Chacko Chacko who spoke on the importance of a librarian and the quality that they should inculcate which included good quality and knowledge about the availability of books. (NP) K Y M C

Dimapur: Nagaland Secretariat Drivers Union (NSDU) has appointed new office bearers led by president Tsubou Metha, general secretary Manwang Z. Konyak along with six others for the tenure 2019 to 22. K Y M C

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DIPHU, JUN 26 (AGENCIES): Two youths have been arrested from Dimapur in Nagaland by Khatkhati police with the help of Dimapur police on June 25 night on charges of being involved in the murder of businessman Mool Singh Rathore on June 23, reports Northeast Now news. The duo was arrested in connection with a case No. C/No.84/19 U/s 120(B), 396 IPC, R/w Section 27(3) of Arms Act. The arrested have been identified as 27-yearold Md Azizul Islam, a

resident of Balijan Khan Basti and 27-year-old Nitesh Kumar Thakur, who is a resident of Dimapur Sewak Rio Colony. It may be mentioned that late on Monday, an Alto car without registration number plate, suspected to be used in the murder of businessman Moolsingh Rathore, was recovered at Hatoka Mensing Tisso village under the Dillai police station in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district. From inside the car, a single glove and two numbers of live ammunition

NSF threatens stir if PIL not withdrawn

DSSU objects...

(From p-1) DSSU said that exempting shopkeeper/owner to aid the NGOs and students’ union was not for the DCCI to decide but completely based on free will and that shopkeepers/ owners have the right to take up any decision. In this regard, the student body said passing such “contentious resolution” will not be tolerated by the student bodies. The union said it was also appalled by the decision of DCCI to not allow individual or organizations to search for MRP tampering and selling of expired goods. DSSU sought to know on what ground DCCI had adopted such resolution. The union said passing such resolution only proved that DCCI was incapable of “formulating policies and does not have any concern for the consumers”. The union further said that it would not remain silent when such illegal resolutions were adopted by a section of people. DSSU also appealed to every right thinking citizen to come forward to thwart the “antipeople policies”.

(From p-1) Accusing Upadhyay of misleading the court that Dimapur was not a part of Nagaland when the State was created and that it was excluded from Sixth Schedule, NSF said Naga Hoho had given a befitting reply that Dimapur had always been part of Nagaland. It also dismissed the allegation that Nagas were new settlers in Dimapur and that they were attempting to control and create a monopoly of trade and commerce, adding it was an insult that all Nagas had taken to their heart. Claiming that Nagaland had always acknowledged the non-Nagas who took residence in Dimapur prior to statehood and had even given them the status of non-Naga indigenous inhabitants, the federation alleged that few people with vested interest were behind the present PIL, fearing that they would be exposed for their illegal activities. Mentioning that influx of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, in addition to other

Karbi Cultural Society slams Dr. Sarma for his remark

Correspondent

Diphu June 26: The Karbi Cultural Society has condemned the remark of Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma who in a public meeting held in West Karbi Anglong during the observation of 68th Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council foundation day at Dongka, on Sunday last mentioned that Karbis are part and parcel of Assamese society. The The Karbi Cultural Society through a press communiqué has stated that such a “naive remark made by Dr. Sarma is not based on facts but just a fabrication and is intolerable for the Karbi society.” It also stated that Karbis are racially mongoloid and linguistically Indo-Tibetan and came to Assam much earlier than the Ahom. The Ahoms came to Assam only in 1228 AD and they started their journey from the original habitats in northern Myanmar (Burma) in 1215 AD. The KCS while referring from the pages of history, pointed out that during the British rule the Karbis were given due recognition and territories were classified as backward track in 1919 and the government act of 1935 which eventually received Autonomous Council under sixth schedule with other hills tribal after India’s independence. The KCS

said. The details of those excluded have been made available on NRC’s website and they will also be informed through letters. Besides, the exclusion list has also been put up at NRC Seva Kendras (NSK), offices of the Deputy Commissioners, Sub Divisional Officers (Civil) and Circle Officers. Those excluded will be eligible to file claims, for which hearings will start from July 5. The names of persons who were found to be ineligible while appearing as witnesses in hearings held for disposals of claims and objections were also a part of the exclusion list. The exclusion list, however, does not contain the results of claimants and objectees appearing for hearings held for disposal of claims and objections during the period from February 15 to June 26. About 3.29 crore persons had applied for inclusion of names in the NRC and 2.9 crore were found to be eligible.

press note mentioned that “it is fortunate enough that the constitution have given provision for creation of Autonomous State under Article 244-A for Karbis and Dimasas which again clearly shows that Karbis and other hills tribes are not at all identical with the plain people of Assam.”

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illegal immigrants, was one of the biggest challenges faced by the Nagas, the federation said it was posing a major threat in maintenance of law & order, a security threat to the country and the State and abnormally affecting the economy of Nagas as these people indulge in illegal trades. To control the illegal immigrants, the federation said it was long felt that the State government should impose ILP in Dimapur too, adding it was fully behind the government in the present initiative. “The imposition of ILP in Dimapur will not only help the Nagas, but also all non-Naga residents of Dimapur,” it claimed. NSF asserted that it was fully within the domain of the State government whether to extend ILP to Dimapur or not, claiming that the fear was limited to only those indulging in illegal activities without proper identity. Terming the decision to impose ILP in Dimapur as outrageous, NSF said the

State government was yet to frame modalities on how to implement. There would be wide-ranging consultations with the citizens of Dimapur, both local and non-local alike, where the interest and genuine concern of all would be taken into account, it added. NSF said it had taken seriously the bid to project the proposed ILP extension as a draconian law because the pain and hardship of Nagas were still fresh in the minds of all. Further claiming that, unlike Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland had been too lenient and careless in implementing ILP, NSF also assured all non-Nagas (Indians) who were genuine inhabitants of Dimapur its full support and protection. The genuine Indian nonlocals residing in Dimapur should have no fear whatsoever as their interests would be fully protected by law, it added. “It is a reasonable move for any State to protect its own interest while also protecting the interests

of non-locals, including foreigners. What the vested interest must keep in mind is that unlike other States, the State of Nagaland has been created under a special provision of the constitution through a political agreement. The State cannot be branded in the same category of others,” the statement stressed. The federation reiterated that it was firmly behind the State government on introducing ILP in Dimapur, asserting that it would not remain a mute spectator in case of any eventuality. Hoping the vested interest group would withdraw its PIL built on “falsehood, misrepresentation and ulterior motive” and with the sole intention to mislead SC by projecting the Nagas in a very poor light, NSF warned that should there be any hatred towards the Nagas in any part of India, the group would be held solely responsible.

IMPHAL, Jun 26: In different drives against drugs and illicit trafficking, law enforcing agencies in Manipur recovered huge quantities of contraband drugs along with arms and ammunitions from five drug peddlers. One of the drug peddlers was apprehended by a combined team of police and troops of 43 Assam Rifles in border town Moreh after 1,23,000 pieces of WY (World is Yours) was recovered from his possession. Twenty-year-old Ts Khaigunlen Haokip son of Ts Lettinmang Haokip of Chikim Veng of Moreh town was arrested from New Champhai village in Tengnoupal district around 4.30 pm on Tuesday, police said. The arrested individual along with the recovered item has been handed over to Moreh police station where a case was lodged against him, the source added. Police in Thoubal district also arrested four drug peddlers and recovered huge

PB Acharya to be sworn in as Manipur Governor

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Correspondent IMPHAL, Jun 26: Nagaland Governor PB Acharya who has been given additional charge of Manipur Governor will be arriving in Imphal on Thursday forenoon where he will take oath as Governor of Manipur at 5pm in the absence of Dr Najma Heptulla. Dr Heptulla will be on leave for a month. She was stated to be visiting USA where her family stays. Acharya will arrive at Kangla Helipad at 10.15 am from where he will proceed towards Raj Bhavan. The Governor secretariat will hold a reception party for PB Acharya at Raj Bhavan before the swearing in ceremony.

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Dated Mon, the 25th June 2019

NOTICE

NOTICE INVITING E-TENDER NIT Nagaland invites Sealed Quotation (two bid system) from reputed Manufacturers / Registered supplier /Authorized dealers for supply and installation of hostel furniture at NIT Nagaland. Interested firms can get the detailed terms & conditions and prescribed format from the Institute’s website www. nitnagaland.ac.in or https://eprocure.gov.in/. The tender documents should be submitted in Government of India eprocure portal only on or before 16.07.2019 by 12:00 p.m. NIT-N/EO/2019/06-02 Dated 25/06/2019

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Whereas, an application has been submitted by Shri/Smti T. Athrongla STM with a prayer for issue of Succession Certificate for drawal of entitled pension dues and any other outstanding dues from the Government of Nagaland on behalf of his/her Husband deceased Late B. Sangtamkhaba STM Ex 6th NAP Lance Naik No. 63252 under the establishment of Comandant, 6th NAP Bn. Tizit who expired on 21/05/2019. Objections are hereby invited from persons in regards to claim for withdrawal of the dues by the applicant within 30 (thirty) days with effect from the date of issue of this notice. No petition will be entertained after the expiry of the given period. Deputy Commissioner Mon : Nagaland DP-5007

quantity of ban drugs. Two arms with ammunitions were also recovered from one of them who the police alleged to be a drug dealer. The arrested individuals were Md Sabi Ahamed (27) and Md Hassan (25)both from Lilong Ushoipokpi Tamyai; Md Riyajuddin (40) of Lilong Turel Ahanbi Mathak; and Md Abdul Rajak (45) from Porompat Muslim Leirak. The contraband drugs recovered from them included 3980 pieces of SP (Spasmo Proxyvon) capsule, 150 pieces of N-10, 109 bottles of Codeine phosphate 10 % (Cough Syrups), one .32 revolver, a SBBL gun and six live rounds. A cash amount of Rs 5,54,700 and two mobile handsets were also recovered from them, said Thoubal SP Dr S lbomcha Singh. Talking to reporters at Lilong police station of Thoubal district where the four were paraded before being handing over to the police station, the SP said that Md Sabi and Md Has-

san were first detained by the police after seven bottles of cough syrup (commonly use as intoxicant) were recovered from the car, they were travelling. Upon on spot interrogation, they disclosed that the Cough Syrups were purchased from one Md Riyajuddin. Police immediately rushed and raided the house of Md Riyajuddin where 57 bottles of Cough Syrup bottles were recovered. Based oninformation provided by Riyajuddin , the same police team joining hand with sleuth of Narcotic Affairs Border (NAB) Imphal East district raided the house of Rajak at Porompat Muslim Leirak. In the raid, 3980 pieces of SP capsule, 150 tablets of N-10 and 45 bottles of Cough Syrup along with one .32 Revolver along with six live rounds and a SBBL gun and the cash amount (Rs 5,54.700) were also recovered, the SP said. Md Rajak was dealing in supplying of illegal drugs while the three others drug peddlers, the SP alleged.

Dear Secham, I may not be by your side celebrating your special day with you, but I want you to know that I’m thinking of you and wishing you a wonderful Birthday. may you be gifted with life’s biggest joy and never ending bliss. After all, you yourself are a gift to earth, so deserve the best. Happy birthday Always yours, Api.. Dearest okharo, We are so blessed to have you in our life as our little gem,your’re just simply heaven_sent.may all your wishes come true,and may the good Lord bless you and guide you in every ways of your life...wishing you the sweetest birthday. From Mummy, Apo and your monkey siblings

NOTIFICATION

This information is made to all the concerned person whoever has purchased the land at Xukiye Village under Sub-Div. Niuland Dimapur without the prior knowledge of Mr. Inashe Kiho Hd. G.B are informed to obtain NOC before 25/11/19 to avoid any future misunderstanding. Failing to comply on or before the given date, I shall not Certify the purchase of land as valid and the land cannot be claimed. Inashe Kiho Head G.B. Xukiye Village DP-4994

FELICITATION

We the Sangtam Students Union Dimapur (SSUD) with immense pride and honour extend our heartiest congratulations to Dr. Limikhumla Sangtam, D/o Mr. Tsasepi Sangtam of Changchor Village for successfully clearing out the examination as Junior Resident Doctor in North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute Of Health And Medical Science (NEIGHRIMS) Mawdiangdiang, Shillong. We are proud of your achievement and wish you the best ever in you, the best even in your future endeavours. (A. Atsaba Sangtam) President, SSUD

(Chemdila Mongzar) General Secretary, SSUD

FELICITATION

I, SHRI. LIMHATHUNG LOTHA, S/o LT. YISAO ODYUO a resident of Orchid Colony, Wokha Town, District-Wokha, Nagaland do hereby declare and affirm as under :1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and residing at the above mentioned address. 2. That in my GPF Statement Account my name has been inadvertently entered as LIMATHUNG LOTHA whereas in all other documents my name is entered as LIMHATHUNG LOTHA but both the names are of the same and one person. 3. That I declare that my correct and actual name is LIMHATHUNG LOTHA which I shall be using in all my future undertakings and correspondences. 4. That I also declared that in my GPF Statement Account my Date of Birth is inadvertently entered as 07/04/1960 but my correct and actual Date of Birth is 04/07/1960 which I had been using in all my undertakings. 5. That this affidavit is made absolute wherein nothing has been concealed to mislead any institution/authority whatsoever. 6. That this affidavit is a piece of evidence that may arise in the near future. DEPONENT Solemnly sworn before me by the deponent on this day of 12th Nov. 2018. Notary Public DP-4897

In esteemed honour and profound gratitude, the Suruhuto Range Students' Union (SRSU) congratulates the following persons for their great achievements and bringing laurels to Suruhuto Range. 1. Miss Newtoli G. Chishi, D/o Late Ghoshito K. Sumi for securing top 3 Position in BA (English) from J.N Aier College, Dimapur. 2. Miss Mughakali Awomi, D/o Shri Shihoi Awomi for securing highest mark in MIL (Subject Topper) in HSLC from GHS Suruhuto. 3. Er. Shikato Sema (Jakhalu) on being promoted to Additional Chief Engineer (Power) Govt. of Nagaland. 4. Shri. Hukheto Sumi on being promoted to Additional Secretary Finance and Budget Secretariat, Govt. of Nagaland. 5. Shri Yevito Chisho (Ex-Finance Secretary SRSU) on being promoted to Additional Director SCERT, Govt. of Nagaland. The Union further wishes them success in their future endeavours. (TONOKA AYEMI) (VITOKA ACHUMI) President Gen. Secretary SRSU SRSU

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Nitesh Kr Thakur and Md Azizul Islam. (Northeast Now)

were also recovered. Police started investigation to ascertain the owner of the vehicle. Businessman Rathore was shot multiple times from point blank range by unidentified gunmen. He succumbed to his injuries on reaching the hospital. A gang of six to seven masked men dressed in army fatigues and armed with AK- 47 rifle and pistol stormed into the residence of Moolsingh Rathore and attempted robbery by holding the businessman’s wife, son and daughter in-law at gunpoint. The trader, who was returning home received a distress call from his son and rushed to the spot to confront the gang of armed assailants, who had robbed of valuables including jewellery and cash from his residence. Rathore’s residence is only a few kilometres away from the interstate border of Nagaland.

Guwahati, Jun 26 (PTI): Over one lakh people were Wednesday excluded from the draft National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam after they were found ineligible, adding to the 40 lakh names left out of the list published on July 30 last year. According to a statement issued by the state c o o r d i n a t o r o f N RC, 1,02,462 persons were declared ineligible during the process of verification carried out by the Local Registrars of Citizens Registration (LRCRs). The list is being updated for the first time since 1951 to identify illegal migration into Assam. The NRC is being updated under the monitoring of the Supreme Court and the final list is scheduled to be released on July 31. The additional exclusion list includes persons who were found ineligible on grounds of being DF (declared foreigner) or DV (doubtful voter) or PFT (persons with cases pending at foreigners’ tribunals), the statement

Five drug peddlers held in Manipur with drugs, arms and ammunitions

Date : 12/11/18

Dated : 21/06/2019

I, Shri Bhaskar Dutta, S/o Shri Nagan Dutta permanent resident of Bhoju Village PO/PS Sonari District Choraido in the state of Assam presently residing at Ao Church Road, Mon, Nagaland do hereby solemnly declare and affirmed as under. 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and a resident of the above mentioned address. 2. That my name is Bhaskar Dutta, S/o Nagan Dutta. 3. That my name was erroneously/mistakenly recorded as Bapi Dutta in my fixed deposit account. 4. Henceforth I would like to declare that the name Bhaskar Datta and Bapi Dutta is the same and one person. That let this affidavit is handed over to the appropriate authority concerned for necessary clarification and acceptance thereof That the statement made in the above mentioned paragraph 1 to 4 are true to the best of my knowledge and belief. DEPONENT Solemnly declared and affirmed before me by the deponent on this 1st day of June 2019 at Mon. Magistrate Mon : Nagaland MC-24

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Two arrested for murder of Khatkhati businessman

1.02 lakh more excluded from draft NRC in Assam

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2019

UNGMA SENSO TELONGJEM KOHIMA : NAGALAND

FELICITATION The Ungma Senso Telongjem Kohima express our profound happiness to our member Dr. Bendangsenla Longkumtsur, D/o Mr. T. Imo Lkr, and Mrs. Onentila Jamitsur, on being conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) on the topic: Literature, Identity and Naga Narratives in English, Department of English Guwahati University, Guwahati. The Ungma Senso Telongjem laud her for bringing laurels to our Telongjem as well as to Ungma Village as a whole. We wish her all the best in future endeavours. SdKikamanen Jamir President (USTK)

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reviews security situation Pompeo, Modi discuss key strategic issues inShah J-K on his maiden official visit

NEW DELHI, JUN 26 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined his vision for the Indo-US strategic partnership in the new tenure of his government when US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met him here Wednesday. The prime minister expressed his strong commitment to achieve the full potential of bilateral relations in trade and economy, energy, defence, counterterrorism and people- topeople contacts. The two discussed various aspects of the bilateral relationship to strengthen the India-US strategic partnership. “The prime minister reiterated the priority that he attaches to relations with the US and outlined his vision for the Strategic Partnership in the new tenure of the Government and beyond, building on strong foundation of trust and shared interest,” a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office said. Pompeo expressed the US government’s continued interest in building stronger relations with India and working together to realise the shared vision and goals,

India will do what is in its national interest: Jaishankar on S-400 deal

Indo-US relationship. PM will meet President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the upcoming G20 Osaka Summit,” Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar tweeted along with pictures of the meeting. Pompeo’s talks here is the first high-level interaction between the two countries after return of the Modi government to power last month. The visit comes ahead of a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Modi on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Osaka, Japan later this week.

India on Wednesday told the US that it will go by its national interest while dealing with other countries, including with sanctions-hit Russia from whom New Delhi is procuring S 400 missile defence systems. This was conveyed by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to his American counterpart Mike Pompeo during an extensive bilateral meeting here. In a joint press interaction, Pompeo said India is an important partner of the US and that the bilateral ties were reaching new heights. While answering a question on the issue of sanctions under the US’ Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) which may also impact India’s procurement of the S400 systems from Moscow, Jaishankar said India has relationships with several countries. Noting that IndiaUS strategic partnership was based on deep and

No compulsion on universities to teach any particular subject: UGC

U’khand assembly passes bill on panchayat polls

Mob lynching pains me but don’t insult J’khand: PM NEW DELHI, JUN 26 (IANS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the lynching of a young man by a mob in Jharkhand had pained him but said it was unfair to blame the entire state for it. Breaking his silence on the crime which took place over a week ago, Modi, speaking in the Rajya Sabha, slammed the Congress for describing Jharkhand as the factory of mob lynching and said no one had the right to insult a state. “ T h e ly n c h i n g i n Jharkhand has pained me. It has saddened others too. But some people in the Rajya Sabha are calling Jharkhand a hub of lynching. Is this fair? Why are they insulting a state?” he said in his reply to the Motion of Thanks to President Ram Nath Kovind’s address to Parliament. “None of us have the right to insult Jharkhand,” the Prime Minister added. Modi said irrespective of whether such a killing takes place in Jharkhand or Kerala or West Bengal, the country should have a common stand. “Only then we will be able to halt the violence and those indulging in violence will be punished.” The remarks came two days after the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Ghulam Nabi Azad, condemned the incident of mob lynching in Jharkhand’s Seraikela district. Azad has said that Jharkhand has turned into a factory of mob lynching. K Y M C

it said. He also conveyed greetings of President Donald Trump to the prime minister and congratulated him on his electoral victory. Modi requested Pompeo to convey his thanks to Trump for his good wishes. Pompeo, who arrived here last night, later held detailed discussions with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. “Working together to further deepen our strategic partnership. Secretary Pompeo called on PM Narendra Modi to exchange views on various aspects of

circulated and had said the discussion on the matter has been deferred. The JNU had said such “irresponsible” statements are “undesirable and condemnable” and clarified that the varsity has not taken any such decision. “Universities are autonomous bodies and any decision to teach any particular subject is up to them. There is no compulsion,” said UGC Secretary Rajnish Jain. “The idea behind the letter sent to universities in October 2018 was to seek suggestions about teaching of Hindi in universities and not to mandate it,” Jain said. JNUSU had earlier said one of the agenda items

of the the 151st meeting of the academic council held last Friday pertained to “making Hindi a compulsory subject at undergraduate level for BA and BTech courses”. Referring to this, the JNU on Tuesday had clarified that the agenda item was related to discussion on a 2018 letter from UGC seeking views on Hindi as possible course in undergraduate programmes. The CPI(M) had on Tuesday alleged that “the efforts of the UGC to “push” Hindi as a compulsory subject in undergraduate courses will stir up a hornets’ nest among other linguistic groups and affect the unity of the country”.

DEHRADUN, JUN 26 (PTI): The Uttarakhand Assembly Wednesday unanimously passed a bill barring people with more than two children from contesting panchayat polls and also making minimum educational qualifications mandatory for rural election candidates. The Uttarakhand Panchayati Raj (Amendment) Bill, 2019, was tabled in the Assembly on Tuesday and a discussion on it was to be held on Wednesday. But that could not be done as the opposition disrupted the proceedings. The amendment approved by the Assembly, makes it mandatory for panchayat poll candidates to have passed class 10.

Amit Shah being received by J&K Governor Satya Pal Malik on his arrival at the airport in Srinagar. (PTI)

S R I NAG A R , J U N 2 6 (PTI): Signifying the importance given to Jammu and Kashmir by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, Union Home Minister Amit Shah Wednesday chose the state for his maiden visit after assuming office and reviewed the security situation. Breaking away from protocol, Governor Satya Pal Malik, accompanied by his advisors and some top officials of the state administration, received Shah at the airport, officials said. Governors in the past

have normally only received the prime minister while visiting the state. Immediately after his arrival here, the Home minister, who is on a two-day visit, chaired a high-level meeting of civil administration officials and top bosses of various security agencies in the state, the officials said. Malik, his advisor incharge Home Affairs K Vijay Kumar, Home Secretary

2nd DEATH ANNIVERSARY of Late Yankomo Lotha

1st DEATH ANNIVERSARY of Late Mezan Zhotso Died on 27/06/2018

Died-27/06/2017

Dad, you are remembered every moment in our lives. Nothing shall ever fill the void of your absence and we know you are in a better place now, yet the cheerful memories of you will forever reign in our hearts. DP-5000

From Loving, Wife, Sons, Daughters, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

Dad, Today is the day you left us but the memories you created can never be forgotten or erased from our minds, for you were someone special and words fall short to convey how much we miss your presence. Remembering you on your 2nd Death Anniversary with prayer. “We deeply miss you, Dad” DP-4987

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Loving Wife and Children

Remembering you on your First Death Anniversary

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Born - 1955 – Died : 18/06/2019 We the bereaved family members of Late Xusheli Yepthomi would like to gratefully acknowledge and express our heartfelt gratitude and profound appreciation to each and every individual, and well wishers who stood by us physically, ceaseless prayers and support during her illness till her last journey. We would like to convey our special thanks to : 1. Sumi Baptist Church, Zunheboto (Nito Mount) 2. Prayer Warriors (SBCZ) 3. DC Hill Prayer Fellowship 4. Church Choir (SBCZ) 5. Dr. Y. Ikheto Sema & Family Members 6. Staff and Faculty Members of Olive Hospital (Dimapur) 7. Er. Kitoshe Aye & Family Members 8. Aichi Saghemi Community, Dimapur 9. Aichi Saghemi Community, Zunheboto 10. Akivi Society, DC Hill 11. Zunheboto Town Council Staff (Z.T.C) 12. Apishe Society D.C-Hill

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NEW DELHI, JUN 26 (PTI): Universities are autonomous bodies and there is no compulsion on them to teach any particular subject, the University Grants Commission (UGC) Wednesday said. The UGC’s comments comes in the wake of a row triggered by allegations from Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union (JNUSU), which on Monday said the varsity was trying to impose Hindi by making it a compulsory subject at the undergraduate BA and B Tech courses. Amid JNUSU allegations, the varsity had Tuesday asserted that it is “unfortunate” that such “misinformation” has been

Mike Pompeo meets Narendra Modi.

broad convergence, Jaishankar said discussions with Pompeo were held on key issues including energy and trade as well as on the situation in Afghanistan and the Indo-Pacific region. On terrorism, Jaishankar said he expressed appreciation for strong support of the Trump administration. Pompeo, who arrived here Tuesday night, also called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the morning and discussed various aspects of the Indo-US relationship. The US Secretary of State’s meetings with the Indian leadership are the first high-level interactions between the two countries after the return of the Modi government to power last month. Pompeo’s visit comes ahead of a meeting between Modi and US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Osaka, Japan, later this week.

Rajiv Gauba, state Chief Secretary B V R Subrahmanyam, Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, DGP Dilbagh Singh and divisional commissioners from the Valley and Jammu were present in the meeting, they said. The Home minister was briefed about the overall security situation in the state, especially in the aftermath of the Pulwama terror attack in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed, the officials said. The officials also informed Shah about various steps taken to eliminate the top militant leadership, while ensuring that the ultras are not able to carry out Pulwama-like attacks, they said. Shah was also briefed about the steps taken for ensuring smooth and safe conduct of the annual Amarnath Yatra, which is due to commence on July 1, the officials said.

Lt. Ketousielie Semou

(05/02/1983 to 27/06/2018) Man is mortal but the love for them is immortal. Though you are not present here with us, your memory is always fresh with us. You will forever remain alive in our hearts. We sorely miss you. Romans 14:8 “For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord’s.” K-1740

Loving Wife, Son & Family Members.

THIRD DEATH ANNIVERSARY

Loving Husband, Children, Grandchildren & Relatives

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

11/11/1963 – 15/06/2019 The family of LATE VIZOPAL CHAYA wishes to acknowledge all the sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us during his illness and demise till date. We are deeply grateful to the many friends, neighbours and well wishers who offered prayers, visited our home, attended the funeral service and provided emotional and practical support to us at the hour of grief. Our heartfelt gratitude to those who travelled long distances, sent floral tributes, messages of condolences and assistance in cash and kind. A special word of thanks to 1. Shri P.B. Acharya, Honourable Governor of 21. St. Andrew Church, Jotsoma 22. Viswema Catholic Church Nagaland 2. Most Rev. Dr. James Thoppil, Bishop of Nagaland 23. Kohima Town Angami Catholic Youth Association 3. Very Rev. Fr Neisalhou Carolus, Vicar 24. Angami Catholic Union, St Mary’s Cathedral General, Kohima Diocese 25. Cathedral Catholic Youth Movement 4. Priests and Religious 26. Cathedral Angami Catholic Youth and 5. Bhartiya Janata Party, Nagaland Father’s Association 6. BJP Kohima Unit 27. SFS Angami Catholic Youth Association 7. Kohima Municipal Council 28. Viswema Catholic Kewhira Kebako Krotho 8. Former Councillors, KMC 29. Legion of Mary 9. Peoples Foundation Group 30. Viswema Village Council and its Frontal 10. Kohima District Football Referees Association Organisations 11. Nagaland Catholic Women Association 31. P-Khel Viswema and its Frontal Organisations 12. Nagaland Catholic Youth Movement 32. Pavo Union Kohima 13. Angami Catholic Union 33. Tepa Tevo MCPS 14. Angami Catholic Youth Association 34. Lower Chandmari Panchayat and Youth, 15. Chakhro Angami Catholic Women Association Kohima 16. Southern Angami Catholic Youth Association 35. Kohima Town Club 17. Catholic Church, Jakhama 36. Doctors,Nurses and Blood Bank NHAK 18. St. Michael’s Church, Kigwema 37. Staff of NHAK Dialysis Unit 19. St. Peter’s Church, Kohima 38. Blood donors 20. Christ King Church, New Socünoma 39. KOHIMAS Hospital To all those who stood by us, your contributions made our loss more bearable. However much we wish, we are unable to thank each and everyone individually. Hence please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our sincere gratitude. God bless you all. -Wife, Children and Relatives K-1742

Born on :- 4/02/1930 – Died on :- 15/06/2019 We the bereaved family member would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all those who stood by us physically, financially, materially and spiritually during the prolonged illness and sudden demise of our beloved Late Solhou Rüpre-o. We convey our special thanks to : 1. Dr. and Staff of Oking Hospital, Kohima 2. Dr. Jayanta K R Das (GNRS) 3. CRC Chiechama 4. CRC Chiephobozou 5. Kononia Baptist Chruch 6. Thepfusatuo Rio 7. Viliethe Keditsu 8. Riüpre-o cheinuo 9. Kechüyie Tsanuo Krotho 10.KDTOP We deeply regret for our inability to acknowledge each and everyone individually, but we sincerely pray that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly. K-1737

Loving Wife, Sons and Daughter, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and In-laws.

LAMSHONG (ALAM) Our hearts have been left broken since the day you had to go and the memories we treasure dearly are in the tears that still flow. If only we could have the chance to see your face once more and to hear your voice one final time, just like it was before. DP-5008

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Prolonged misery

t appears that the construction of the four-lane National Highway 29 from Dimapur to Kohima is running behind schedule, unless works are carried out on war footing, to meet the deadline. Contract work for construction of the four-lane highway (NH 29) was issued to two firms- M/s Ramky-ECI(JV) and M/s Gayatri Projects Ltd by the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd in 2016. The work was initiated sometime during 2018 and was scheduled to be completed by early 2020. However, the 43-Km long four-lane project has witnessed tardy progress much to the consternation of motorists and residents living along the vicinity of the construction area. The factors for the tardy progress was revealed in a letter written by the Executive Director(P), RO-NE, NHIDCL to the Director(T), Headquarter NHIDCL New Delhi on June 18,2019. In the letter the ED(P) brought to the notice of the Director(P) that the firm-M/s Ramky-ECI(JV) from 138.775 Km to 152.490 Km, had failed to remedy various complaints through earlier ‘Cure Notice’ issued on April 24,2019. The list includes failure to remedy defaults such as –cracked/failure for newly laid Dense Bituminous Macadam (DBM), used as Binder course in thickness 50 to 100 mm and Bitumen content between 4 to 5 % approx; failure to implement Quality Assurance Plan and internal audit system at the site. The letter added that the firm “could not cure the defaults” and that its financial progress was only 67.48% instead of the desired progress of 95.96%.Further the firm had also failed to achieve 80% progress scheduled on February 3,2019. The above firm had reportedly assured the Minister of MoRTH to complete the work within 45 days between October 2018 and March 2019 but did not. The firm-M/s Ramky-ECI(JV) was also found to have failed to deploy the required heavy duty stone crusher, HMP plant within the stipulated time and which resulted in delay of work. What was most revealing was that, as per the letter, the ED(P) pointed out that the firm had been progressing only at 1.57 Km per month during the eight-month period from October 2018 to March 2019. This would mean that the entire work would take 18 working months (or three calendar years) to complete. In view of the above, the ED(P) recommended that termination of contract work to the firm as a way out. Earlier in the ‘Cure Notice’ issued on April 24,2019 the GM(Projects), NHIDCL, BO-Dimapur, had cautioned the firm to complete the remedy within 30 days but it was not done. Even the other firm-M/s Gayatri Projects Ltd., was issued a ‘Cure Notice’ on April 24,2019( 152.490 Km to 166.700 Km). In the notice, the firm was asked to complete construction of one major bridge including four minor bridges. However, the letter revealed, that the firm has so far constructed only one minor bridge and with no visible sign of activity for construction of other bridges. The firm was issued an ultimatum of 45 days to complete the scheduled work. With monsoon already set in, the project appears to be headed for delay and which means that motorists and travellers between Dimapur and Kohima will continue to experience extreme discomfort. This newspaper had commented that the Centre(MoRTH) has to immediately intervene to put an end to the prolonged misery.

DailyDevotion Drawing on the Grace of God— Now We…plead with you not to receive the grace of God in vain. —2 Corinthians 6:1 The grace you had yesterday will not be sufficient for today. Grace is the overflowing favor of God, and you can always count on it being available to draw upon as needed. “…in much patience, in tribulations, in needs, in distresses”— that is where our patience is tested (2 Corinthians 6:4). Are you failing to rely on the grace of God there? Are you saying to yourself, “Oh well, I won’t count this time”? It is not a question of praying and asking God to help you— it is taking the grace of God now. We tend to make prayer the preparation for our service, yet it is never that in the Bible. Prayer is the practice of drawing on the grace of God. Don’t say, “I will endure this until I can get away and pray.” Pray now — draw on the grace of God in your moment of need. Prayer is the most normal and useful thing; it is not simply a reflex action of your devotion to God. We are very slow to learn to draw on God’s grace through prayer. “…in stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labors…” (2 Corinthians 6:5)— in all these things, display in your life a drawing on the grace of God, which will show evidence to yourself and to others that you are a miracle of His. Draw on His grace now, not later. The primary word in the spiritual vocabulary is now. Let circumstances take you where they will, but keep drawing on the grace of God in whatever condition you may find yourself. One of the greatest proofs that you are drawing on the grace of God is that you can be totally humiliated before others without displaying even the slightest trace of anything but His grace. “…having nothing….” Never hold anything in reserve. Pour yourself out, giving the best that you have, and always be poor. Never be diplomatic and careful with the treasure God gives you. “…and yet possessing all things”— this is poverty triumphant (2 Corinthians 6:10).

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We have lost contact with reality, the simplicity of life. ~ Paulo Coelho

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2019

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Understanding addiction T H

An insight into 2019 HSLC result

uman body has complex compound called the Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) which code for all the information in our body. Our skin color, height, free or joined earlobe, etc is all stored in the language/code of DNA. In the same manner through the DNA code our body physiological function is also determined by participation of various chemicals that are normally produced to perform normal functions. All these processes are controlled by the brain through the action of neurons and special chemicals called the neurotransmitters or the messengers, which are both excitatory and inhibitory in nature. How do alcohol/drugs act on the brain? Drugs and alcohol affects both excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters. They act as depressant to the brain; affect all major functions of the body including breath, speech, thought and movement; results in slower reaction times, slow communication in the brain, slurred speech, trouble walking, blurry vision, constipation, restlessness, elevation of liver enzymes, etc. Gradually leading to decreased brain cells, shrink in brain capacity, memory loss, depression, etc. Some factors responsible for addictions: Our brain want to keep repeating activities that brought pleasure, so when a person take alcohol/drugs (even smoking a cigar or chewing gutkha or any substance that contain nicotine), they experience a high sense of pleasure from the effect of this drugs. The brain remembers it and as the reward circuits, the person want to continue doing that again and again, which lead to addiction. Peer pressure is also identified as one common factor for indulgence to addictive substance. Studies have shown that even moderate alcohol consumption can act as risk factor for adverse brain outcomes and cognitive decline (Topiwala et al, 2017). Alcohol consumption has also been shown to be related with frontal lobe shrinkage in brain and the decrease in brain mass is accelerated among the alcoholics. Another study has reported that addictive substance such as cocaine eats up brain twice as fast as normal aging (Pappas S, Live Science, 2012). Whatever may be the popular concept about alcohol and drugs, the outcome of use of these addictive

substance remains detrimental to human health, besides several other related negative effects in individual and the society. Addiction adversely affects the socio-economic condition of the family; career and professional commitment; effect the spiritual and emotional attachment; impair social harmony, among others. For an addict, the ‘dose’ comes first rather than their family, career and professional commitment. We notice the addiction of a person only after their involvement is long enough. Just as they indulge on the substance, over time the drugs alter the normal physiological process in their body and their system seek the level of chemical activity where the ‘good feeling’ or pleasure must be maintained. Therefore, we cannot expect them to change at one go. This is one of the reasons why our traditional method of forcefully confining them is often less productive. Another point is that the addiction has a relapse effect. The body (brain memory) may seek or long for those substances at any time or any reason seeking relieve, when they face unpleasant or stressful situation. Can addiction be treated successfully? Yes, addiction is a treatable disorder. It can be managed successfully, with the ‘willingness to change’ approach of the addict and involvement of their loved ones and professional counsellor. Behavioral therapies enable the addict clients to counteract addiction’s disruptive effects on brain and their behavior to regain control of their lives. Government has also come up with harm reduction programs such as Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) for drug users in all the district hospital, community health centers, including satellite centers, some NGOs are also involved in providing this services; Cognitive-behavioral therapy seeks to help patients recognize, avoid, and cope with the situations in which they are most likely to drink alcohol/ use drugs; Contingency management with the active participation of like-minded organizations help to identify them and use positive reinforcement such as providing rewards or privileges for remaining drug free, for attending and participating in counselling sessions, or for taking treatment medications as prescribed; Motivational enhancement therapy use strategies to make the most of

Food-borne illnesses can be severely debilitating

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s per estimates, about 600 million cases of food-borne diseases occur annually worldwide. This translates into 1 in 10 people falling ill after eating contaminated food. Food-borne diseases impede socio-economic development by straining health care systems and harming national economies, tourism and trade. The need of the hour is to raise awareness on food safety, hygiene and sanitation at an individual level as well. Food is the starting point for energy, health and well-being. In an increasingly complex and interconnected world where food value chains are growing longer, standards and regulations are important in keeping people safe. Access to sufficient amounts of safe and nutritious food is key to sustaining life and promoting good health. Food-borne illnesses or food poisoning usually occurs due to eating food that is contaminated with bacteria or their toxins. Virus and parasites can also be cause food poisoning. People have known for long that raw meat, poultry and eggs can also harbor diseases causing microbes. However, recently, most food-borne illnesses have resulted due to fresh fruits and vegetables. Apart from abdominal pain, nausea, headache, fatigue, vomiting, and diarrhea, this condition can cause severe dehydration. Symptoms may appear several hours to several days after eating tainted food.” Anyone can get food poisoning. However, certain groups are more at risk. This includes anyone with a suppressed immune system or an auto-

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people’s readiness to change their behavior and enter treatment; Family therapy helps the addicts, as well as their families and address influences on drug use patterns and improve overall family functioning; Rehabilitation programs offer a platform for controlled routine that aims to decrease the intake and gradually give up the addiction. Conclusion: Today, as we join the world in observing the International day against drug abuse and illicit trafficking, it also bring to us the challenge to sincerely look into how far we have come to understand the problem of addiction in our society and intervene with measures to improve the life of people who are in substance abuse. The Bible in Genesis 1:27, 2:7, teach us about how special God has created human beings. No matter what the circumstances, we are all created and carry His image. Perhaps St. Mother Teresa clearly saw this fact in her practical life while taking care of the helpless people in the streets of Kolkata, said, ‘I see Jesus in every human being’. Most of the time, we have a discriminating attitude towards alcohol/drug users. We can longer afford to distant those members of our society, but rather dare to relook into our approach and shed away the stigma associated with the addiction. It is encouraging that some organization including the church has started setting up rehabilitation efforts. But there is more left to be done. If we all could see the realities and join our hands towards this cause, we will definitely witness much needed change in many affected families and partake towards creating a responsible citizens. The addictive substance and its appalling effect, should be the focus point when we consider such topic, because the strong affect of these substance take complete control of that person. It is important to openly recognize them as a priority group and find ways to address their individual need; work out together to free our society from the menace of addiction, by actively involving at individual level or as an organization, to help in rebuilding their beautiful lives. Lima Phom, Yingli Mission Society and Dr. Sentikumla, OST MO D.H Longleng

he 2019 HSLC result drew some conclusions that need to be pondered upon as food for thought by all and sundry. Inference: Out of the tenth ranked twenty one, there were only nine Nagas or 43 percent and the rest fifty seven percent were from outside of our community. Percentile for the topper was 98 which is almost equal to all India ranking marks. The 2019 HSLC topper under Secondary Education Board of Assam scored 99 percent. Deduce: 83 schools scored 100 percent pass result and 24 schools had nil result with an overall pass percentage of 68.29. The pass percentage viewed from the last five years is gradually increasing from 65.19 percent in 2014 to 66.01 percent in 2018 and 68.29 percent in 2019. Here again, sharing of pass percentage is private schools 84.76 and Government run schools 43.32. Again girls performed better with 51.75 percent compared to boys 48.25 percent. This 68.29 pass percent may increase as another grade of unqualified students have sat for compartmental exam. Extrapolate: Twenty four schools with nil pass tags are mostly from rural and semiurban areas and surely will be lacking behind with others in all spheres and are the offshoots of the Right to Education Policy but are turning to be a non-performing assets of the department. To overcome this, residential type of cluster approach may be a good forward solution. The present Delhi government took a bold step to improve the quality of infrastructure and teaching in government schools from 2015 by setting aside as much as 26 percent of the budget for education- compared to just 3.3 percent by the union government and the result was evident from the 2018 CBSE 12 results where government schools with 91 pass percent overtook private institutions with 88.35 percent. I heard of an instance of

a Naga boy wanting to join the Army but could not go through the recruitment process though having requisite class X pass certificate but with failed subject in mathematics. Till the eighties supplementary exams were conducted for the failed candidates to clear the main subjects- because cannot be recovered by the additional subject and secure atleast the minimum pass mark of 30 and girl students had the option to opt for domestic science in lieu of mathematics. By the way where have all the good old subjects like English 11(specifically for Grammar, composition & usage), Geography, History, Commercial geography, Hygiene gone which are all subjects leading to degree, post graduate & PhD courses. With science and math as the challenge for the Nagas, can we think of offering advance science for students wanting to study biology based life sciences and advance mathematics for students wanting to study mathematics based physical sciences as the sixth subject along with general science and general mathematics at the class X level itself. Epilogue: They say Finland has the best education system in the world because they learn but don’t do homework or do homework for 1020 minutes and play, socialize, spend time with the family and do other activities like music, sports, art, carpentry etc and they emphasize that a student should learn things happily. By the way do we also not encourage our students to go for other jobs rather than white collar jobs? Than the resource planning and development has to start from the school level itself. Our school bags are not only over-weight but are also laden with home works and so our students are always homework mood and not happy. Cos, “when we learn with pleasure we never forget” (With due apology from Alfred Mercier). Dr. N. Mhonchan Shitiri

Manali on Two Wheelers

y son Anuj Kamal Goel, age 19 years old likes adventures. He suggested to go Manali on scooty and motorcycle. I said, ‘okay’. I have Access Scooty (125 cc) and Anuj has Dominar (400 cc) of Bajaj. We selected the items to be taken and prepared our bags on June 14th 2019. At 5 a.m., we started from Delhi. We knew that we may face difficulties on the way. However, from Delhi to Ambala we did not face any problem. Thereafter, roads were in very bad conditions. We knew that roads near Manali were new and we will enjoy our trip without any difficulty. But after Ambala, roads were in very bad conditions and full of potholes. Some were filled with water and it was very difficult to drive on such roads on two wheelers. But my son Anuj was full of energy and was not facing any difficulty on his 400 cc motorcycle. I was having trouble in driving my scooty because the engine of 125 cc is not very strong. On the way, when buses and trucks overtook each other then we were scared. After Pinjore (Kalka), mountains started. Almost till Manali, we were driving along the river. People advised us to stay for one day and do break journey, take rest but we were keen to complete the journey the very same day. Around 8:30 in the evening we reached Manali. We searched for a hotel, found one named Shambhala and booked the room. We were so tired that we slept whole night without disturbance. We had permit for Rohtang pass for 16th June 2019. Therefore, we decided to explore Manali on 15th June. We visited various temples and Salong valley that day. On 16th, we got up at 4:15 a.m. and became ready at 5:30 a.m. to start our journey to Rohtang Pass. The journey to Rohtang Pass was much more dangerous than our journey to Manali. My son could be the first 19 year old person to reach Rohtang Pass on Dominar 400 cc motorcycle with his mother as a pillion rider. Road to Rohtang was very steep and at many places, water was flowing on the road. Within two hours, we reached Rohtang pass. There we pre-

immune disease, pregnant women, elderly individuals, and children. All these are categories of people with a weaker immunity and therefore, easily susceptible. It is important to differentiate poisoning due to preformed toxins or due to live organisms. While the first one will present within 6 hours and will have predominant vomiting the later will have predominant diarrhea and will present later. Both may be self-limiting requiring no antibiotics. Pathogens can be found on almost all the food that humans eat. However, heat from cooking usually kills pathogens on food before it reaches our plate. Foods eaten raw are common sources of food poisoning because they don’t go through the cooking process. Although the symptoms of food poisoning settle and disappear in about 48 hours, the following tips can help in coping with the condition. Let your stomach settle. Stop eating and drinking for a few hours. Try sucking on ice chips or taking small sips of water. When you’re urinating normally and your urine is clear and not dark, this means the body is hydrated enough. Ease back into eating. Gradually begin to eat bland, low-fat, easy-todigest foods, such as crackers, toast, bananas and rice. Stop eating if your nausea returns. Avoid certain foods and substances until you’re feeling better. These include dairy products, caffeine, alcohol, nicotine, and fatty or highly seasoned foods. Rest. The illness and dehydration can weaken and tire you. Dr KK Aggarwal, Padma Shri awardee Reader’s note: Articles or letters published in any of the columns do not reflect

pared some short films for YouTube with our DSLR camera and mobile phones. We could find a large number of people enjoying snow and taking photographs. All the surroundings and mountains were covered with snow. We were also worried about downwards journey because of the jam created by the cars, mostly from Delhi, Punjab, Haryana. Anuj was driving very carefully and slowly, however, I was carefree and enjoying the scenic beauty. But by now, the young driver had become expert. We reached our hotel safely. After taking dinner, we decided to go for sleep because next day we were supposed to start back journey to Delhi. Being tired we slept like Kumbhkarans. However, next day, we got up early and became ready for journey to Delhi. We started at around 7 a.m. in the morning. You have to be very careful while driving down the hill. Our eyes were on the upcoming traffic instead of scenic beauty. We were extra careful because this was our first journey on mountains and we could not afford any mishappening. In few hours we reached Chandigarh. Suddenly, Anuj saw that there was less air in one of my scooty’s wheel. We inspected the same and it was confirmed that there was a small puncture in the tyre. God was willing to help this mother

and son team and we found a puncture repair shop nearby. The gentleman was helpful and within no time we were again on the wheels. On the way, we found one sugarcane juice seller to give us some energy. We gulped down one glass each of ganne ka ras. We started our onward journey again. After few kilometres, it started drizzling but we decided to continue driving. Somewhere it was heavy rain and at some places it was only drizzling. When we reached Delhi border, we were filled with joy and energy inspite of being little tired. At 12 o’ clock midnight, we knocked the door of our home. This mother and son team created a record in going from Delhi to Manali and coming back Manali to Delhi on two wheelers. One thing I want to mention that Himachal government should ban entry for cars on the roads near Mall Road. These cars are creating so much pollution that you feel the foul air in your nose. Because of the pollutants, the dresses become blackish and it becomes difficult to breathe. Now and then we read in the newspapers about Delhi pollution but if you measure pollution level near Mall Road in Manali, you will be surprised that the pollution is more in Manali than in Delhi. Haritima, Delhi

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Through this column i would like to apprise the Jio Telecom Dimapur against the bad network connectivity in Lengrijan area Dimapur that Sir, it has been a couple of months that Jio subscriber had been facing very bad internet connectivity in Lengrijan area. The internet seems to be just too little good during noon and very worse at night which could not even open single web page for a reason best known to the concerned which I believe it was almost time to check the causes or haywire. Therefore, I would like to request the concerned authority to kindly facilitate better internet connectivity to this area as early as possible. Aunyei the view of this newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

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Drug cases: Punjab CM bats for fast-track courts

CHANDIGARH, JUN 26 (PTI): Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh Wednesday suggested the formation of fast-track courts for speedy trials under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act while mooting for the preventive detention of repeat wrongdoers. Holding a videoconferencing with top district administrative and police officials to review the progress on drug eradication and discuss future strategy here, the CM said he would discuss the operationalising of fast-track courts at the earliest with the Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. “The NDPS Act provides for preventive detention

of such offenders,” the CM said.The video conference was preceded by a meeting of the consultative group on drugs, headed by the chief minister, an official release said. The chief minister extended his government’s full support to the eight Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) teams assigned to map the border areas of Punjab and coordinate the fight against drugs in the region. NCB Deputy Director General S K Jha informed during the meeting that around 25 officers, including himself, had been deputed to strengthen coordination with other states such as Jammu and Kashmir and Gujarat, which had emerged as major

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sources of drugs flow into this state. Jha underlined the need to chase money trails to check drug trafficking. Punjab DGP Dinkar Gupta informed that the chief minister’s letter to the prime

minister, seeking a national drugs policy, had evoked positive response from the Centre, with Home Minister Amit Shah directing his officers to ensure better coordination in the matter. The Narcotics Control Bureau has drawn 24 officers from other parts of the country and deployed them in Punjab to carry forward the anti-drugs fight in the border, said the DGP. It was also announced that Punjab would host the next meeting of the chief ministers of neighbouring states for more effective coordination for drug enforcement efforts across states. During the meeting, Singh reiterated his government’s zero tolerance policy

against the involvement of government officials, including policemen. Taking cognisance of complaints of collusion of police officers with drug smugglers/traders/peddlers, he directed the DGP to bring out a comprehensive posting/ transfer policy to break the nexus. He warned stringent action against the “black sheep”. Those involved would face dismissal or compulsorily retirement, he added. Criminal cases under Section 29 (abetment) of the NDPS Act (Abetment) and the Prevention of Corruption Act to be registered against officials, wherever involvement and wrongdoing was established, he added.

CKS condemns DDGBA clarifies on NGBF stand KPTA condemns Reacting to an The DDGBA claimed that attempted robbery at KPA June 20 incident DIMAPUR: appeal made by Nagaland GB few GBs at the district have vioDIMAPUR: Khelhoshe Polytechnic Teachers’ Association (KPTA) has strongly condemned the attempted robbery in the academic building at Khelhoshe Polytechnic Atoizu (KPA) on June 24. A condemnation note by Khelhoshe Polytechnic Teachers’ Association president, Er. Ruokuobeilie Mere and general secretary, Er. Yibenthung Odyuo stated that, there is always a concern for safety and security even though the teaching community are trying their best to bring up the institute at par with the rest of the nation. While stating that such incident is not new to the institute, the KPTA expressed concern for safety of their belongings which can only be known when the institute re-opens after the summer break/winter break. KPTA stated that such anti-social activities

and incidents were not acceptable to any civilized society and disheartens the teaching community which ultimately affect the students. Hence, the KPTA requested all right thinking individuals or organization to come forward and condemn this uncivilized act and request the concern authority to nab the culprit at the earliest and gave befitting punishment according to the law of the land. ARSU condemns: Atoizu Range Students’ Union (ARSU) in a condemnation by its president, Aketovi Assumi stated that the union has taken serious note of the incident and has called upon law enforcing agency to book the culprits at the earliest. ARSU further assured solidarity and cooperation towards KPA authority in working together for the welfare of the students community.

DIMAPUR: Chang Khulei Setshang (CKS) has condemned the cowardly and unjustifiable act of bombing the residence of Chingan Phom, president, Phom People’s Council (PPC) on June 20. CKS in a condemnation by president, Nungsanglemba Chang expressed its solidarity and sympathy to Chingan Phom and his family. CKS reaffirmed that such acts of terrorism and manifestations in all its forms constituted a serious threat to peace and security amongst the people. CKS appealed the law enforcement agencies to bring the perpetrators to justice and hold them accountable for their crime.

Federation (NGBF), the Dimapur District GB Association (DDGBA) has clarified that it was governing the district GBs as per the DDGBA constitution. But unfor tunately, the DDGBA in a statement by its president, Longer Jamir, vice president Kiasao Jami and secretary A. Angami claimed that another group of GBs led by Khehovi Chophy elected themselves as office bearers by defying the rules and norms of the constitution. Further to their disappointment, the association claimed that the NGBF has openly come out in support of the latter. In this regard, DDGBA has reminded the NGBF to go through the constitution that guides the office of the association (Article 14 of DDGBA constitution).

lated and disregarded the constitution of DDGBA by choosing the wrong way. The association also stated that it was unfortunate that, NGBF has compromised on the DDGBA constitution and on its own constitution. DDGBA therefore appealed to the group led by Khehovi Chophy and the NGBF to follow the constitution in the greater interest of the association and the public in general. The association also appealed to all the GBs to uphold the truth and remain vigilant of any individuals with vested interest and abide by the rules that govern the association. DDGBA further affirmed to stand by the truth and support any GB who act with righteousness and truthfulness.

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He added that it was the internal issue of JD (U) and reiterated that the PDA’s concern was to provide a stable government. He claimed that he had no knowledge of Kaito meeting Ram Madhav. He also denied reported about pressurising Rio, seeking change in portfolios of BJP legislators.

Clarifies news reports

Meanwhile, the minister strongly denied news report that appeared in a local daily under the caption “Nagas will stand up and live with India, want to see non-Nagas represented in state assembly”. The minister also played the video recording of his speech during the felicitation programme organised

by Nagaland Bhojpuri Samaj in Dimapur on June 22 to the media persons. He said he had categorically mentioned that “One day in this State, in the near future, you all may also become officers of repute, not only business men, but in the opportunity of reservation in Dimapur, you may also get the chance that you may get to come to the Assembly”. Referring to his “Nagas will stand up and live with India” comment, Along claimed it was misinterpreted. He claimed that he had addressed to the Bhojpuri students to explain that Nagas did not dissociate them nor Nagas were against them. He said the misinterpretation had not only hurt him, but the communal harmony. He remarked that had he said so, then people had every reason and right to be agitated.

Health, education should be priority... (From p-1)

He said that drug abuse was very personal matter and must be approached in a very humane way. John also highlighted the statistics of HIV and drug use in the state. Kripa Foundation director Abou Mere, in his address, said the state government was obligated to fulfill, respect and protect the drug affected people by taking into legislation, administrative, budgetary, judicial, promotional and other measures for realization of the right to health. He lamented that the state has not implemented the Nagaland

State Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Policy 2016 till today. He said that since health is a state subject, the state government must provide budgetary allocation for drug policy in order to save life. Nagaland Users Network vice president Nukshinaro, in her address, said women drug addicts were discriminated more than men and were denied facilities. Stressing the need for gender equality, she said that women should also have access to support and treatment like the men. She said that when the responsible department frames the policy it must stress on sexual and

reproductive health and necessary equal treatment for both sexes. Ato from Kripa foundation also addressed the gathering. In his closing remark, N-NagaDao secretary Ketho Angami read out the memorandum to be submitted to the governor on requesting for budgetary allocation to implement “the Nagaland state substance abuse prevention and treatment policy 2016”. Earlier, social welfare director T Merangtsungba Aier delivered welcome address. Programme was attended by students, NGOs, organizers’ members and others.

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DIMAPUR: NNC/FGN has cautioned public not to entertain ‘lt.col’ Khriehie (retd) who has been discharged from Naga Army. NNC/FGN through its MIP informed that Khriehie of Meriema village was discharged from the Naga Army, NNC/FGN in 2017 for violation of the Naga Army rules and regulations. However, it has come to the knowledge of the government authorities that Khriehie is still going around various offices collecting and dealing on behalf of the NNC/FGN for his own personal ends without any authorization from the government. NNC/ FGN stated that this was a source of disgrace and embarrassment to the NNC/FGN, whereby it cautioned that necessary proceedings and actions will be taken against him if he continues his self styled functioning.

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continue poaching and horse-trading unabated. Urging Naga people to speak out against the “sinister activities, lest a select few unscrupulous persons rain down devastating repercussions” in the long run by creating more and more liabilities to the State exchequer, NPF said the money spent on buying loyalties of MLAs was only for convenience of a single party at the expense of the people was questionable and condemnable.

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the facts and circumstances leading to the “dereliction of duty” by the CEO while issuing less polling agent forms to its candidate, whereas surplus forms were issued to other political parties’ candidates. It demanded to know as to why the CEO was letting its candidate incur expenditure on printing of additional polling agent forms and including the same in the account of his election expenditure. NPCC also demanded that the probe report and the action taken report should be made known to all within one month from the date of submission of the memorandum.

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replied that the expenditure incurred by the candidate or political party on printing of forms for appointment of polling agent, if any, would be included in the account of election expenditure. Theünuo, however, claimed that the reply received under Right to Information (RTI) Act revealed that the CEO had shown favouritism while issuing surplus polling agent forms as 10,306 forms were issued to NDPP candidate, 4,020 to NPP candidate and 400 to the Independent candidate. Under the circumstances, NPCC demanded that the governor should direct setting up of an impartial inquiry committee to dig out

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NPF explained that if the State failed to return the amount within a stipulated time, the same would get accumulated and be part of the State deficit. It said the high rate of interest would keep bogging down the fiscal health and the common people would ultimately face ugly consequences. Asking Rio what had done with the Rs 735 crore in 2018-19, the opposition party said it speculated that the entire amount was perhaps used to nudge the MLAs to shift loyalty and merge with his party and

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about 4,600 such forms were required for appointment of two polling agents in each polling station. In this connection, the NPCC working president said the party had written to Election Commission of India (ECI) on April 5 “seeking clarification whether printing of polling agent forms by a candidate comes under the candidate’s election expenditure and reasons thereof ” as the party’s candidate was issued lesser number of forms, adding its candidate had to print the forms from private printing press at his own expenses to meet the requirement. According to the memorandum, the CEO had

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DIMAPUR, JUN 26 (NPN): Alleging that its candidate was given lesser number of polling agent forms by chief electoral officer (CEO) during the recently-held election to State’s lone Parliamentary constituency, Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) has petitioned governor PB Acharya seeking an impartial probe into the matter. In a memorandum to the governor on Wednesday, NPCC working president Khriedi Theünuo alleged that though there were 2,227 polling stations in the State during the election, Congress candidate KL Chishi was issued only 3,500 polling agent forms though

even in the media. But till today, the government was tight-lipped in this regard, which only proved that this government was not as transparent and accountable as they proclaimed themselves, it added. “Just as the formation of the government was mired with unfair means, so also is the performance of the government that lacks the much-needed transparency and accountability,” it emphasised. Claiming that the additional fund released was actually a short-term loan from RBI to meet the State’s emergency needs,

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crore deficit during Rio’s earlier 11-year tenure as chief minister though he had started with a surplus, courtesy the one-time grant by then Atal Bihari Vajpayee government and drawing Rs 735 crore as additional fund in 201819, as answered in the Assembly during budget session. Mentioning that Rio had failed to give a detailed account of how such huge amount of money was spent as sought by leader of opposition (LoP) TR Zeliang, NPF recalled that the LoP had even insisted that the government give an answer to the question

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support for providing 4G services is also included in the revival plan, and the telecom department is taking steps, such as providing contracts to install services in Left Wing Extremist and low connectivity areas and hotspots in rural areas. Prasad clarified that no proposal for closure of both PSUs was under consideration of the government. As of May-end, BSNL had 1.63 lakh employees and MTNL had 21,679 people on their rolls. Separately, the government said that the quantum of foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into India’s telecom sector have plunged to $2.66 billion in FY19 from over $6.21 billion in FY18, but argued that the sharp fall could not be attributed to either financial stress in the industry or regulatory uncertainty. Prasad however said that the telecom sector is facing financial stress due to stiff competition and reduction in tariffs, and gross revenue of two private operators -

(From p-1) As if enough immorality had not already been committed by NDPP and had 34 members in the government, the opposition party alleged that the merger of two NPP MLAs and the lone JD (U) MLA now into NDPP only proved that Rio would stop at nothing and care for no one to achieve his selfish goals. The two par ties’ MLAs were constituents of the PDA even before their merger with NDPP, hence merging to strengthen the PDA government now was beyond comprehension, it observed. NPF alleged that the actual game plan started on the day the Assembly election results were announced as Rio had managed to illegally “steal” the 6th Tening Assembly constituency for NDPP candidate Namri Nchang even after the winning certificate was issued to its candidate NR Zeliang by the returning officer (RO). Claiming that this was the first instance in the country where an RO had served another winning certificate to another candidate the next day, the opposition party said the matter was now at Guwahati High Court, which would give its judgement soon. NPF also wondered why the State was left with a record Rs 1,234-

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Airtel and Vodafone-Idea – had also reduced in fiscals 2017-19. In addition to this, the DoT has taken several policy initiatives to facilitate infrastructure growth for delivery of quality services, and such that call drops are lowered, Prasad added. Besides liberalisation of spectrum, permitting passive and active infrastructure sharing and notifying the right of way rules – which have eased up installation of towers - about 14.95 lakh additional base stations have been set up since 2014, taking the total BTS count in the country to about 21.45 lakh as of June 2019. On the controversial issue of 5G trials involving Huawei, Prasad said that the Chinese vendor’s participation would hinge on the recommendations of a panel looking into 5G security issues. A committee headed by the principal scientific advisor (PSA) has been recently constituted to give recommendations on security relating to 5G technology and trials in India. The government has received six proposals for 5G trials, including those from Huawei and China’s ZTE. The minister added that 5G field trials would be undertaken only through licensed telcos “in a restrictive, limited geographical area for specific use cases”.

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New Delhi, Jun 26 (Agencies): Absence of 4G services and high employee costs are hitting at the competitive strength of the public sector companies – Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and Mahanagar Telecom Nigam Limited (MTNL) – at a time when private carriers are offering data services at near to the ground tariffs, communications and IT minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said in Lok Sabha, while adding that proposals to revive the deeply-stressed companies was being prepared. “ Fo r B S N L a n d MTNL, stiff competition in mobile segment, high employee cost and absence of 4G services (except in few places for BSNL) in the data-centric telecom market is eroding their competitive strength,” the minister said in Lok Sabha Wednesday, The Economic Times reported. “Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad and Deloitte were engaged to facilitate the preparation of the revival or restructuring plan of BSNL and MTNL, respectively. Pursuant to their recommendations and approval of respective Boards, a comprehensive revival plan for BSNL and MTNL is under preparation,” the minister added. Requests from the carriers to grant additional spectrum with government

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Heatwave grips Europe; 3 die of heatwave in France

Paris, Jun 26 (IANS): A heatwave likened to “hell” has been sweeping across Europe disrupting normal life and claiming lives. Forecasters have warned of the record breaking heatwave in the continent in the coming days. Three swimmers died in France where the temperature is forecast to rise up to 45 degree Celsius, breaking the all-time record of 44.1 degree Celsius in the country. “The forecast is all about the heat for Europe in the next few days, potentially record-breaking heat across parts of western Europe as we tap into air all the way from northern Africa,” said BBC weather presenter Susan Powell.

“Getting pulled up ahead an area of low pressure, which will get stalled out in the Atlantic. High pressure starts to build, we lose the rain and we tap into that southerly airflow carrying the warm air as far north as the United Kingdom,” she said. Meteorologists are expecting previous June highs to be approached and possibly exceeded in Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Switzerland, with all-time records likely to fall in some countries. “The latest forecasts leave little room for doubt: we are heading for a new national record,” said

Pakistan’s provincial government approves its first Sikh only school Peshawar, Jun 26 (PTI): The first Sikh-only school will soon be established in Peshawar in northwest Pakistan’s Khyber Pakthunkhwa, authorities have announced. The provincial Auqaf Department of the Khyber Pakthunkhwa Government decided to approve building the school and has allocated Rs 22 lakhs for its construction in the Peshawar city. “The elected representatives of the Sikh community had requested the establishment of separate school for their community,” the department said. As part of the annual budget 2019-20, the provincial government has allocated a total of Rs 5.5 crores for minority affairs, the Express Tribune reported.

C o lo m b o, J u n 2 6 (IANS): Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena announced on Wednesday that he had approved the execution of four people on death row after being convicted for drug trafficking, ending a 42-year-long moratorium on the application of the death penalty in the country. “I have already signed death penalty for four (convicts). It will be implemented soon and we have already decided the date as well,” Sirisena was quoted as saying by Efe news, adding that all four were drug related convicts. Sirisena has repeatedly said that he will go ahead with executions of people convicted of crimes related to drugs as part of a hardening stance in the drive against drug-trafficking on the island. In the beginning of the year, authorities began the extensive process of recruiting an executioner, a position that had been lying vacant for many years. Although more than 100 candidates applied for the position, authorities are yet to appoint anyone for the post. The Commissioner of Prisons TMJW Thennakoon said he had not been informed of the decision to carry out the executions.

Maithripala Sirisena (File)

If the executions carried out, Sri lanka would be ending a 42-year-long suspension of the death penalty, even though it voted in favour of a moratorium on it during the 73rd United Nations General Assembly in December 2018. Activist and Secretary General of non-profit Amnesty International (AI) Kumi Naidoo on Wednesday urged Sirisena in a public video message to halt his plans to resume the death penalty and the execution of the four convicts. “I reach out to you to plead for the lives of people who may soon be executed in Sri Lanka if you revive the death penalty,” the South African activist said, emphasizing that the last death sentence was carried out in Sri Lanka when the current President was just 24 years old.

New Delhi, Jun 26 (IANS): In a significant diplomatic win for India, the country’s candidature for a non-permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has been unanimously endorsed by the Asia Pacific group, comprising 55 nations. The 55 countries that have supported India’s candidature, include Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Syria, Turkey, UAE and Vietnam. Elections for five non-permanent members of the 15-nation Council for the 2021-22 term will be held around June next year. Thanking the nations that endorsed India’s candidature, India’s permanent representative at the UN, Syed Akbaruddin tweeted: “A unanimous step. AsiaPacific Group @UN unanimously endorses India’s candidature for a non-permanent seat of the Security Council for a 2-year term in 2021/22.” His tweet, accompanied with a video message, further said: “AsiaPacific Group endorses India for Non-Permanent Seat of United Nations Security Council.

H o n g Ko n g, J u n 26 (IANS): Dressed in black, hundreds of protesters marched in silence on Wednesday to 19 foreign consulates in Hong Kong to deliver letters urging representatives to exert pressure on the Chinese President at the upcoming G20 summit in Japan. “We will urge the countries to pressure China at the G20, to raise concerns over Hong Kong, to defend Hong Kong’s high degree of autonomy and free trade environment, and to protect the rights of their citizens to do business and to live in Hong Kong,” the demonstrators said, reported Efe news. The protest plan came after China’s Assistant Foreign Minister Zhang Jun said on Monday that his country will not allow protests in Hong Kong to be

discussed at the summit as it was an internal affair of the Asian country in which “no foreign country has a right to interfere.” “This proves that China wants to avoid Hong Kong issues, and that is why Hong Kong people should seriously call on foreign countries to raise this issue that (Chinese president) Xi Jinping wants to avoid - to force Xi to review the current policy for Hong Kong,” the demonstrators said. As part of the strategy, the Hong Kong activists have raised more than HK$5 million ($640,000) through a crowdfunding campaign to publish ads in 13 international newspapers of nine countries in an attempt to get the contentious extradition bill to be included in the agenda of the G20 summit, scheduled to be held Osaka on June 28-29.

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Alerts issued in France as intense heat wave envelops Europe.

French forecaster Guillaume Woznica. French national meteorological service Météo-France was now predicting peaks of 45 degree Celsius in the towns of Nîmes and Carpentras on Friday, she added. The so-called Saharan Bubble weather is understood to have been linked to the deaths of three swimmers at beaches in France, according to local reports. French news outlet LCI said they had died in separate incidents on beaches in southern France. A man aged 70 suffered a cardiac arrest in calm water and was believed to have been a victim of “thermic shock” after coming into contact with the water. Two other persons died in similar circumstances. A woman, 62, died at a beach near Montpellier, and a man aged 75 died at another beach nearby. French fire-fighters have warned against swimming in cold water during the heatwave to avoid so-called “hydrocution”. French forecasters have predicted that the country may experience its “hottest June” on record.

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Heatwave grips Europe; 3 die of heatwave in France

Paris, Jun 26 (IANS): A heatwave likened to “hell” has been sweeping across Europe disrupting normal life and claiming lives. Forecasters have warned of the record breaking heatwave in the continent in the coming days. Three swimmers died in France where the temperature is forecast to rise up to 45 degree Celsius, breaking the all-time record of 44.1 degree Celsius in the country. “The forecast is all about the heat for Europe in the next few days, potentially record-breaking heat across parts of western Europe as we tap into air all the way from northern Africa,” said BBC weather presenter Susan Powell.

“Getting pulled up ahead an area of low pressure, which will get stalled out in the Atlantic. High pressure starts to build, we lose the rain and we tap into that southerly airflow carrying the warm air as far north as the United Kingdom,” she said. Meteorologists are expecting previous June highs to be approached and possibly exceeded in Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Switzerland, with all-time records likely to fall in some countries. “The latest forecasts leave little room for doubt: we are heading for a new national record,” said

Pakistan’s provincial government approves its first Sikh only school Peshawar, Jun 26 (PTI): The first Sikh-only school will soon be established in Peshawar in northwest Pakistan’s Khyber Pakthunkhwa, authorities have announced. The provincial Auqaf Department of the Khyber Pakthunkhwa Government decided to approve building the school and has allocated Rs 22 lakhs for its construction in the Peshawar city. “The elected representatives of the Sikh community had requested the establishment of separate school for their community,” the department said. As part of the annual budget 2019-20, the provincial government has allocated a total of Rs 5.5 crores for minority affairs, the Express Tribune reported.

C o lo m b o, J u n 2 6 (IANS): Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena announced on Wednesday that he had approved the execution of four people on death row after being convicted for drug trafficking, ending a 42-year-long moratorium on the application of the death penalty in the country. “I have already signed death penalty for four (convicts). It will be implemented soon and we have already decided the date as well,” Sirisena was quoted as saying by Efe news, adding that all four were drug related convicts. Sirisena has repeatedly said that he will go ahead with executions of people convicted of crimes related to drugs as part of a hardening stance in the drive against drug-trafficking on the island. In the beginning of the year, authorities began the extensive process of recruiting an executioner, a position that had been lying vacant for many years. Although more than 100 candidates applied for the position, authorities are yet to appoint anyone for the post. The Commissioner of Prisons TMJW Thennakoon said he had not been informed of the decision to carry out the executions.

Maithripala Sirisena (File)

If the executions carried out, Sri lanka would be ending a 42-year-long suspension of the death penalty, even though it voted in favour of a moratorium on it during the 73rd United Nations General Assembly in December 2018. Activist and Secretary General of non-profit Amnesty International (AI) Kumi Naidoo on Wednesday urged Sirisena in a public video message to halt his plans to resume the death penalty and the execution of the four convicts. “I reach out to you to plead for the lives of people who may soon be executed in Sri Lanka if you revive the death penalty,” the South African activist said, emphasizing that the last death sentence was carried out in Sri Lanka when the current President was just 24 years old.

New Delhi, Jun 26 (IANS): In a significant diplomatic win for India, the country’s candidature for a non-permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has been unanimously endorsed by the Asia Pacific group, comprising 55 nations. The 55 countries that have supported India’s candidature, include Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Syria, Turkey, UAE and Vietnam. Elections for five non-permanent members of the 15-nation Council for the 2021-22 term will be held around June next year. Thanking the nations that endorsed India’s candidature, India’s permanent representative at the UN, Syed Akbaruddin tweeted: “A unanimous step. AsiaPacific Group @UN unanimously endorses India’s candidature for a non-permanent seat of the Security Council for a 2-year term in 2021/22.” His tweet, accompanied with a video message, further said: “AsiaPacific Group endorses India for Non-Permanent Seat of United Nations Security Council.

H o n g Ko n g, J u n 26 (IANS): Dressed in black, hundreds of protesters marched in silence on Wednesday to 19 foreign consulates in Hong Kong to deliver letters urging representatives to exert pressure on the Chinese President at the upcoming G20 summit in Japan. “We will urge the countries to pressure China at the G20, to raise concerns over Hong Kong, to defend Hong Kong’s high degree of autonomy and free trade environment, and to protect the rights of their citizens to do business and to live in Hong Kong,” the demonstrators said, reported Efe news. The protest plan came after China’s Assistant Foreign Minister Zhang Jun said on Monday that his country will not allow protests in Hong Kong to be

discussed at the summit as it was an internal affair of the Asian country in which “no foreign country has a right to interfere.” “This proves that China wants to avoid Hong Kong issues, and that is why Hong Kong people should seriously call on foreign countries to raise this issue that (Chinese president) Xi Jinping wants to avoid - to force Xi to review the current policy for Hong Kong,” the demonstrators said. As part of the strategy, the Hong Kong activists have raised more than HK$5 million ($640,000) through a crowdfunding campaign to publish ads in 13 international newspapers of nine countries in an attempt to get the contentious extradition bill to be included in the agenda of the G20 summit, scheduled to be held Osaka on June 28-29.

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Alerts issued in France as intense heat wave envelops Europe.

French forecaster Guillaume Woznica. French national meteorological service Météo-France was now predicting peaks of 45 degree Celsius in the towns of Nîmes and Carpentras on Friday, she added. The so-called Saharan Bubble weather is understood to have been linked to the deaths of three swimmers at beaches in France, according to local reports. French news outlet LCI said they had died in separate incidents on beaches in southern France. A man aged 70 suffered a cardiac arrest in calm water and was believed to have been a victim of “thermic shock” after coming into contact with the water. Two other persons died in similar circumstances. A woman, 62, died at a beach near Montpellier, and a man aged 75 died at another beach nearby. French fire-fighters have warned against swimming in cold water during the heatwave to avoid so-called “hydrocution”. French forecasters have predicted that the country may experience its “hottest June” on record.

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Women’s WC: Netherlands, Italy enter QFs

RENNES, Jun 26 (AFP): A last-minute Lieke Martens penalty took the Netherlands through to the women’s World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday as they joined Italy in the last eight, confirming Europe’s supremacy at the tournament and ending Asian interest already. The Dutch scraped past Japan 2-1 to set up a quarterfinal on Saturday in Valenciennes against the Italians, who had beaten China 2-0 earlier in the day thanks to goals from Valentina Giacinti and Aurora Galli. Those results mean seven of the eight quarterfinalists in France are European, with holders and favourites the United States the sole exception. There had never previously been more than five European sides in the last eight of a women’s World Cup. Such an early exit is

Lieke Martens held her nerve in stoppage time to slot home a penalty and win the game.

particularly painful for Japan, who won the World Cup in 2011 and were beaten finalists four years ago in Canada. The Nadeshiko had their hearts broken in Rennes as Barcelona star Martens converted a 90thminute spot-kick awarded after a Vivianne Miedema shot had struck the arm of captain Saki Kumagai in the

box. The European champions, who lost by the same scoreline to Japan at the same last-16 stage in 2015, are through to the quarterfinals for the first time. She had given the Netherlands a 17th-minute lead with a superb backheel flick into the net from a Sherida Spitse corner, but Japan equalised just prior to half-

Man Utd reach agreement with Palace for Wan-Bissaka deal year-old England Under-21 international is set to travel for a medical imminently before going on holiday. United have offered Wan-Bissaka a long-term contract and wages of up to £80,000 a week. He is on £10,000 a week at Selhurst Park, the lowest-paid player in Palace’s first-team squad. Wan-Bissaka, who has been on international duty this month at the European Under-21 Championship, joined Crystal Palace academy when he was 11 and made his first-team debut in 2018. United would pay £45m up front, which would make him the Old Trafford club’s fifth-biggest signing, behind Paul Pogba, Romelu Lukaku, Angel di Maria and Fred. A sticking point in negotiations was the 25% sell-on clause that United inserted into Wilfried Zaha’s contract when they sold the winger back to Palace for £6m in February 2015. The Eagles wanted the clause removed or reduced, but United eventually refused - based on the low fee they received four years ago - and it will remain in place.

Accident rules Neeraj out of bout said. The Indian pro-boxer, who was the WBC Asia welterweight title-holder, was supposed to take on Amir, a two-time world champion and Olympic silver-medallist in Jeddah on July 12.

DI M A P U R , J UN 2 6 (NPN): Chenithung Jami of Nagaland won gold medal in the first ever Abu Dhabi Combat Championship (ADCC) submission grappling tournament held in New Delhi on June 21. He won the medal in under 91 kg weight category. The tournament witnessed participants from Japan, Iceland, Russia, Malaysia, Canada, Tajikistan and India. ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship is a grappling competition involving athletes, who have been successful at the highest levels of Luta Livre, wrestling, catch wrestling, judo, jiu-jitsu, sambo, shooto and mixed martial arts. ADCC also refers to “Abu Dhabi Combat Club”, and the event was originally hosted in Abu Dhabi. Later, Brazil, China, Finland, Spain, the UK, and the US hosted the championship.

Konta loses in Eastbourne third round

Lo n d o n, J u n 2 6 (Agencies): British number one Johanna Konta’s final tournament before Wimbledon ended in defeat by world number 62 Ons Jabeur in the third round at Eastbourne. Konta had led by a break in the first set before

the Tunisian fought back to win 6-3 6-2. French Open semifinalist Konta has failed to transfer this season’s claycourt success on to grass, losing in the Birmingham second round last week. Konta is the 19th seed for Wimbledon, which starts

Experience can help U-17 become formidable: Coach New Delhi, Jun 26 (IANS): The India U-17 women’s football team is swiftly learning to adapt to different conditions and match situations, something that could help them develop into a formidable unit, said the team’s head coach Alex Ambrose ahead of the sides clash with Citizen Athletic Association (AA) in Hong Kong on Thursday. Having already played against the Hong Kong U-23 team and Tai Po FC on their sojourn to Hong Kong, India have churned out some great results, winning their matches 5-1 and 4-0, respectively. “It’s good to have positive results when you work hard. We have been trying different systems in the team, and the idea is about creating chances and converting them. It’s not about the score lines, but about how the players understand the game,” ex-

Alex Ambrose takes charge of a training session ahead of the match against Citizen AA. (AIFF Media)

plained Ambrose. “The team is shaping up well and it’s all about the experience they get from here. I think in the time to come, this team can really grow into a formidable side,” he added. Ambrose, who has used the two matches to try different combinations, believes that the team’s

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New Delhi, Jun 26 (IANS): Boxer Neeraj Goyat, who has met with a car accident, was on Wednesday ruled out of his key clash against Pakistani-origin British boxer Amir Khan at next month’s WBC Pearl World Championship bout in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. “We are very sad to inform that our star Indian boxer Neeraj Goyat, who was preparing for his mega fight against Amir Khan, met with a car accident last night that has caused him severe injuries on his head, face and left arm. He is currently in hospital and we wish him a speedy recovery,” a media statement

Naga lad wins gold at combat c’ship

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time when Mana Iwabuchi supplied Yui Hasegawa to fire high into the net. Japan had hit the post before that through Yuika Sugasawa, and Hina Sugita smashed a shot off the underside of the crossbar during a second half in which Japan were superior. Extra time was looming when the Honduran

referee penalised Kumagai, who could do nothing to get out of the way of a shot that was nevertheless heading towards the target. Japan will now look ahead to the Olympics in Tokyo next year after joining Thailand, South Korea, Australia and China in being eliminated. It is the first time that no Asian representatives have made it to the last eight at the women’s World Cup, with 1999 runners-up China going out after a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Italy in Montpellier. A 15th-minute tap in from Giacinti and substitute Galli’s fierce drive three minutes after the break saw Milena Bertolini’s side see off a committed Chinese team and match Italy’s best run in the competition back in 1991.

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Pak beat New Zealand; keeps semifinals hopes alive

Birmingham, Jun 26 (PTI): Babar Azam produced a sublime unbeaten century under pressure as Pakistan continued its revival in the World Cup by halting New Zealand’s unbeaten run with a six-wicket victory, here Wednesday. Chasing 238 on a tricky Edgbaston pitch which offered vicious turn, Azam (101) and Sohail (68) showed intent, temperament and resolve while batting in Pakistan’s must-win game. They raised a 126-run stand for the fourth wicket after Mohammed Hafeez’s dismissal off a part-time spinner, yet again, raised eyebrows and Mitchell Santner looked almost unplayable. The situation demanded restraint and Hafeez was set but he threw away his wicket while trying to attack Kane Williamson. This was after Fakhar Zaman (9) was done in by Trent Boult and Imam ul Haq (19) became a victim of Lockie Ferguson. Taking the attack by the scruff of its neck, Azam shifted the gears after completing his half-century and hit some glorious

their influential captain Kane Williamson back in the hut before de Grandhomme and Neesham resurrected the New Zealand innings. Neesham ended the innings with a six and was unbeaten on 97 off 112 balls (4x5, 6x3) while de Grandhomme was run out in the 48th over for 64 off 71 deliveries (4x6, 6x1). Pakistan’s initial dominance was powered by Shaheen Afridi’s spell. The 19-year-old took three wickets which included those of opener Colin Mu-

Babar Azam, left, looks up as teammate Haris Sohail watches on after scoring a century at the Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, England, Wednesday. (AP/PTI)

shots off Williamson and Boult to keep the required run-rate under check. The 24-year-old completed his century, 10th in ODIs, with a single of Lockie Ferguson off. His knock, coming off 127 balls, was embellished with 11 shots to the fence. Sohail provided superb support from the other end before running himself out. Only two runs were required at that time. Williamson tried all the tricks in his bag but Pakistan

overhauled the target with five balls to spare. With this win, Pakistan now moved up to number six in the table with seven points from as many games. They now need to win their last two games against Afghanistan (June 29) and Bangladesh (July 5) to hope for semifinal qualification. The win-lose sequence in first seven matches for Pakistan is exactly the same what they had in their victorious campaign

Wrestlers Punia, Phogat slam Haryana’s cash reward policy

Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat

Chandigarh, Jun 26 (IANS): Slamming the BJP government’s new cash reward policy in Haryana for sportspersons winning medals for India, international wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat on Wednesday called the decision an attempt to kill sports. “When you promise reward to a player, it is not money that you promise but support,” Punia tweeted. “If you cannot fulfill your commitment, then what will any player expect from you in the future,” he

added. Punia’s asser tions came in the wake of government’s new policy that says that “in case a sportsperson wins more than one medal during a financial year, he/ she will receive full award money for the highest medal and at least 50 per cent of the award money for the second and the subsequent medals.” The sportspersons believe that the reduced prize money means that the government has failed to fulfil its promises. Coming in support

of Punia, another wrestler Vinesh Phogat tweeted: “I request the Haryana government to take back your money. Don’t let the players stand on your political arena and humiliate them.” Like Punia and Phogat, there are other athletes in the state who are affected by the new policy. But adamant Sports Minister Anil Vij said the rewards are given as per the new sports policy that has been in force. “The prizes have been given in accordance with the sports policy. We have clearly mentioned in the citation that if any player finds any discrepancy in the prize-money, he/she can approach us,” Vij told the media. About last week’s decision to cancel the felicitation ceremony, he said awarding prizes to 3,000 athletes wasn’t possible, so the government decided to cancel it.

in the 1992 World Cup. New Zealand, who lost their first game of the tournament, stayed on number two with 11 points, behind Australia (12). Earlier, Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi rattled the top and middle order in a fiery spell but James Neesham (97 not out) and Colin de Grandhomme (64) helped New Zealand post 237 for six. Pakistan had reduced the high-flying Kiwis to 83/5 in the 27th over with

Four archers included in TOPS

New Delhi, Jun 26 (IANS): The Sports Authority of India’s (SAI) Mission Olympic Cell has included four archers -Tarundeep Rai, Atanu Das, Pravin Jadhav and Atul Verma -- as part of the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) for 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Rai, Das and Jadhav were part of the Indian men’s recurve team that won a silver at the World Archery Championships held in the Netherlands in June, thus earning an Olympic quota. India also won three single athlete quotas in the men’s recurve individual event. Verma had won a bronze in boy’s recurve archery at the 2014 Youth Olympics. In a meeting held on Wednesday and chaired by Neelam Kapur, Director General, SAI, the athletes were chosen after a detailed analysis on the following parameters: - Global performance trends from most recent Olympic Games, Youth Olympic Games, World Cups and World Championships - Pe r f o r m a n c e o f

competing international counterparts (athletes) in the last three years - High performance age of a typical Olympic medalist specific to each event - Performance of Indian athletes in 2016, 2017 and 2018 and their progression chart The following financial proposals amounting to Rs 34 lakh in six sporting disciplines were also cleared at the meeting: 1. Wrestling: Financial support for training and participation in tournaments overseas were

cleared for Pooja Dhanda, Bajrang Punia, Utkarsh Kale and Vinesh Phogat. The committee also sanctioned the purchase of spor ts gear for Pooja Dhanda. 2. Para-athletics: The committee approved the proposal of Amit Saroha to hire a physiotherapist at SAI Sonepat, where he is currently training. The physiotherapist may be utilised for other paraathletes who are training at the centre. 3. Athletics: The committee approved the proposals of athletes Sree-

Thursday’s Match India Vs West Indies : 3 pm POINTS TABLE Teams

M

W

L

Australia

7

6

1

0

0

12

+0.906

New Zealand

7

5

1

0

1

11

+1.028

India

5

4

0

0

1

9

+0.809

England

7

4

3

0

0

8

+1.051

Bangladesh

7

3

3

0

1

7

-0.133

Pakistan

7

3

3

0

1

7

-0.878

Sri Lanka

6

2

2

0

2

6

-1.119

West Indies

6

1

4

0

1

3

+0.190

South Africa

7

1

5

0

1

3

-0.324

Afghanistan

7

0

7

0

0

0

-1.634

Novak Djokovic top seed at Wimbledon, Federer second London, Jun 26 (IANS): World No. 1 Novak Djokovic was on Wednesday designated as the top seed in the men’s singles category for the upcoming Wimbledon tennis tournament starting July 1, while eight-time winner Roger Federer has been seeded second. Despite holding the world No. 2 position in the ATP rankings, two-time Wimbledon champion and 18-time Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal was seeded third for the grass-court tournament, Efe news reported. “The seeds are the top 32 players on the ATP ranking list, but then rearranged on a surface-based system,” Wimbledon explained. “The seeding order is determined using an objective and transparent system to reflect more accurately an individual player’s grass court achievements. It is based on giving additional credit for grass court performance in the two-year period immediately before the date used for seeding for the championships,” Wimble-

shankar and Jinson Johnson to participate in overseas competitions. The committee also cleared Tajinder Toor’s proposal to hire a foreign coach, Ireneusz Bukowiecki, for a period of two months. 4. Table tennis: The committee has sanctioned the purchase of sports kit for Manika Batra. It has approved Sharath Kamal’s proposal to hire physiotherapist Hirak Bagchi for a period of 12 days. 5. Tennis: The committee has sanctioned the cost of urgent medical treatment incurred by Rohan Bopanna owing to a knee injury he suffered during a tournament in June. 6. Shooting: The committee cleared proposals towards the training, participation and equipment requirements of Lakshay Sheoran, Angad Vir Singh Bajwa and Sanjeev Rajput. The Target Olympic Podium Scheme is a flagship program of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports which is a scheme to provide assistance to India’s Olympic probables.

nro, Ross Taylor and wicketkeeper Tom Latham. While he is known for his tendency to be expensive, Shaheen went for just 28 runs in his 10 overs and was the most economical among the Pakistani bowlers. BRIEF SCORES: Pakistan 241/4 in 49.1 overs. (Babar Azam 101 not out , Haris Sohail 68; Trent Boult 1/48) against New Zealand: 237/6 in 50 overs (James Neesham 97 not out, Colin de Grandhomme 64; Shaheen Afridi 3/28)

don added in a statement. The seeding system the tournament has adopted enables Federer to leapfrog Nadal as the second seed and avoid subsequently a clash with the top seed until the championship match, should both make it thus far. Federer is generally regarded to be a master on grass courts, whereas Nadal is considered to be the greatest clay court player of all time. The top 10 seeds at the Wimbledon are as follows: 1. Novak Djokovic (Serbia) 2. Roger Federer (Switzerland) 3. Rafael Nadal (Spain) 4. Kevin Anderson (South Africa) 5. Dominic Thiem (Austria) 6. Alexander Zverev (Germany) 7. Stefanos Tsitsipas (Greece) 8. Kei Nishikori (Japan) 9. John Isner (USA) 10. Karen Khachanov (Russia)

Gayle to quit int’l cricket after India series Manchester, Jun 26 (IANS): West Indies batsman has announced that the home series against India will be his last on the international stage. While Gayle has said that he will definitely wish to be a part of the ODI series, he might also look to play a Test match in the two-Test series that sees the start of India and West Indies’ campaign in the ICC Test Championship. “It’s still not the end. I still have a few games to go. May be another series to go, as well. Who knows, we will see what happens. My plans after World Cup? I may play a Test match against India and then I will definitely play the ODIs against India,” Gayle said as the West Indies team prepares to play India at Old Trafford on Thursday. India’s tour of West Indies will kick off with two T20Is at the Broward County Stadium in Florida, US -- played on August 3 and 4. They will then travel to Guyana to play the final T20I on August 6 at the Guyana National Stadium.

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Naga girl to represent India at World Archery Championship

Nikesa Sakhrie Correspondent

Ko h i m a , J u n 2 6 (NPN): A 13 year- old, Nikesa Sakhrie has been chosen to represent India at the World Archery Youth Championships to be held in August in Madrid, Spain. Nikesa, daughter of Ketusilie Sakhrie, a class 8 student of The StudyL’école Internationale, Pondicher r y told Nagaland Post that she took up archery when the school introduced a number of extracurricular activities including archery in 2016. She said her father

encouraged her to take something new. Therefore, she took up archery and started practicing at the age of 11. She joined the academy when she was in class 6. Nikesa is undergoing training at her academy in Rohtak, Haryana. She expressed happiness on being selected to represent India along with four other girls. Commenting on the growing popularity of sports in Nagaland, she said many people take up sports to pass their time but if taken with hard work and dedication, there will be a day when Naga people will started representing India all over the World and will make a career out of it. She further said, “If you have a dream, follow it. Don’t hesitate to take the risks and never turn back though it will not be an easy journey, but in the end of the day, the world will know your name”. Some of her achievements include winning two silver medals at the Mini Sun Junior National in Andhra Pradesh and a gold medal at the Sphoorti Archery Carnival in Nagpur.

Nagaland 4x4 club ‘2nd Charity Ride’ flagged off

Members of Nagaland 4X4 adventure club and Aces High on Wednesday. (NP) Correspondent

Kohima, Jun 26 (NPN): Nagaland 4X4 Club flagged off its week-long “2nd Charity Ride” at New Secretariat road near Lozi Hyundai showroom, here on Wednesday. The charity ride was flagged off by Kezhaleo Rulho after a prayer by

Francis P. Kiewhuo, pastor SFS Kohima town. The team consisting of around 20 members in ten vehicles will be covering Dimapur, Mon, Mokokchung and Wokha district. During the week-long tour, the team will be interacting with different section of the people and distribute stationery, raincoat, medi-

cines and food items to villagers and school children. The team is led Nagaland 4X4 Club president, Theja Kire, where he said that the team will specially focus on the most remote part of Nagaland where they will both tour and carry out their charity work. Aces High group will be escorting the group till Dimapur.

India to sport orange jersey against Eng

Team India will wear an Orange jersey during their match against England. (For representative purpose only)

Manchester, Jun 26 (Agencies): The Indian cricket team might not be seen in their trade mark blue colour jersey as the side will most likely sport orange colour in their upcoming match against England in the ongoing ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. “Colour options were given to BCCI and they chose the colour combination that looked the best to them. The whole idea is to be different from blue as England also wears the same shade of blue as India,” an ICC source told

ANI. “Also the design (orange) is taken from India’s old T20 jersey which had orange in it. The designers who are sitting in the USA designed this jersey from something that already existed and not something completely new that fans don’t identify with,” the source added. Before the start of the World Cup, ICC introduced a new rule asking the teams to sport home and away jerseys in the tournament. The ICC rule reads: “For televised ICC events all participating teams will be required to provide for

two different coloured kits, except for the host country who has preference in the choice of colour and may, if it chooses to do so, provide only one coloured kit to be worn in all matches throughout the event. In advance of the event, the teams will be notified which coloured kit will be worn in each match.” South Africa who generally sports green jersey with yellow shade, wore the reverse, which was dominated by yellow with patches of green in the team’s match against Bangladesh. Afghanistan who generally sports blue jersey, wore a jersey with more areas of red added to their blue jersey. Australia (yellow), New Zealand (black) and West Indies (maroon) already have unique jerseys and are hence exempted from having ‘away’ kits. India are so far unbeaten in the World Cup. The side have won four matches and their match against New Zealand was called off due to rain. The Men in Blue will next take on England on June 30.

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