March 17, 2021

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Vol XXXI No. 100

DIMAPUR, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 2021 Pages 12 ` 5.00

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New site identified for Medical College Mon Correspondent

KO H I M A , M a r 1 6 (NPN): Putting an end to controversies and speculations over the site for the proposed medical college in Mon district, a new site was officially finalised Tuesday after it was approved earlier by Konyak legislators. The new site, some 5 kms from Mon district hospital was finalised by minister-in-charge of Mon district Paiwang Konyak as per the directive of Konyak legislators Earlier, on March 11, the Konyak legislators adopted three resolutions – shifting the earlier site from Chi Ponghoa to Chah-yo; reduction in purchase rate of land at Rs 3 lakh per acre and entrusting the overall responsibility to identify new site to minister in-charge of Mon district P Paiwang Konyak. In pursuance of the approval, Paiwang Konyak along with line department officials surveyed the

Classes 1-5 to reopen from Mar 22: Govt DIMAPUR, MAR 16 (NPN): State government has decided to permit resumption of conduct of regular classes for students of classes I-V in all the schools functioning in Nagaland with effect from March 22, 2021. In an order, state chief secretary J Alam stated that the state executive committee has issued the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the reopening of schools for students of Classes I-V on the preventive measures to contain spread of COVID19 for strict compliance by all concerned throughout the State of Nagaland. State government has warned that any violation of the SOP would attract action as per legal provisions against the management of the school/institution. (For full details log on to www.nagalandpost.com)

Paiwang with officials and village elders at the proposed site on Tuesday.

new site at Mon village on Tuesday. Speaking to Nagaland Post, Paiwang said he surveyed the new location along with Deputy Commissioner (DC) Mon, Superintendent of Police (SP), Mon Village Council chairman, Mon Village Students’ Union president, Konyak Union president, BJP Mon district unit president, Mon village head GB, power executive engineer, PHED executive engineer, R&B executive engineer, DLRSO, KBBB executive secretary and others. Paiwang said prior to

This is it!

“Look guys- either you pay more with SOP or pay less without SOP.” K Y M C

(MVC) agreed to provide the required plot to the State government at the rate of Rs 3 lakh per acre as proposed by Konyak elected members. He said the MVC would be the sole authority of land and that there would be no individual ownership over it. While the minimum land required to set up a medical college was 30 acres, the minister said the Konyak legislators insisted that 50 acres of the land be purchased outright in consideration of the availabil-

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Infighting in Bengal BJP after party announces candidates’ list KO L K ATA , M A R 1 6 (AGENCIES): Discontent among Bharatiya Janata Party supporters has been brewing, as the party inducts leaders from the Trinamool Congress, Communist Party of India (Marxist) and Congress almost daily in Bengal. On March 15, hundreds of BJP supporters held all-day protests outside the party’s election office in Hastings, south Kolkata, for fielding turncoats as BJP candidates. Their anger was clearly visible when senior BJP leaders like national vicepresident Mukul Roy, MP from Barrackpore Arjun Singh and national general secretary Shiv Prakash were heckled by the protestors while they were entering the party office. Extraordinary visuals showed hundreds of BJP supporters shouting slogans and breaking barricades to make their way to the party office. A large contingent of police was deployed

BJP supporters protest against party’s selection of candidates for the upcoming assembly polls in West Bengal. (PTI)

to control the situation. The protest led Union home minister Amit Shah to change his planned schedule and stop in Kolkata for the night on his way from Guwahati to Delhi. Shah was campaigning in various parts of Bengal till Monday evening and later flew to Assam for party meetings. Hours after the party candidates’ names were announced, the rift between old-timers and newcomers in the West Bengal BJP

came out in the open. Several aspirants voiced their anguish against the party and resigned after they were denied tickets, while protests were held across the state. Several district BJP offices were either locked or ransacked. Angered over the party’s decision to field TMC turncoats, protestors burned tyres and staged demonstrations in many parts of Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly and South 24 Par(Cont’d on p-8) ganas.

Kronu writes to Centre over Bank strike ends; unions warn of intensifying stir poor mobile services in State ‘Not all banks to Staff Reporter/Correspondent

Correspondent

KOHIMA, MAR 16 (NPN): As residents of the State continue to bear the brunt of poor mobile connectivity, Planning & Coordination, Land revenue and Parliamentary Affairs minister, Neiba Kronu has dashed off a letter to Union Ministry of Communication. In his letter addressed to Union minister Electronics & Information Technology, Telecommunications Ravi Shankar Prasad on March 15, Kronu stated that the mobile network was very poor in the State, adding that it was becoming worse day by day. For the past few months, he said that the people were facing a lot of difficulties in using their mobile phones. While the students and teaching community were facing problem while

NSCN (I-M) slams NPCC DIMAPUR, MAR 16 (NPN): NSCN (I-M) said the political stand taken by NPCC on Naga solution was like wanting “a piece meal solution and solution for Nagas of Nagaland state only ” and likened it to “complaints of Israelites against Moses to go back to Egypt.” Reacting to NPCC’s earlier statement, NSCN(I-M) said “political leaders and intellectuals” harping on “Go-

the survey, he had consulted with chief minister Neiphiu Rio and also informed the Health & Family Welfare (H&FW) principal secretary and then gone ahead after getting their nod. After the survey , Paiwang said a meeting was held at DC’s conference hall where all department officials expressed satisfaction with the new site and gave their consent. He said the selection was consistent with the guidelines of the H&FW department. Paiwang also informed that Mon Village Council

ity and also the rate being cheaper. While acknowledging MVC for its positive approach toward setting up of the medical college, Paiwang also appealed to the H&FW department not to delay execution of the project. Meanwhile, MVC at its meeting “unanimously agreed” to provide the land for the proposed medical college in the interest of people in Chah-yo area, besides agreeing to accept the proposed rate of Rs 3 lakh per acre of land. The council also resolved that there would be no individual landowner and the village shall be the sole authority of land and act as landowner as per the customary practice. The meeting authorised Tunwang Angh chairman Mon Village Council, Tongam deputy Angh, Tangao head GB, Nokpen president Mon village citizen and Rev M Chemyuh as signatories for land deed agreement with the State government.

Eng thrash India by 8 wkts, take 2-1 lead

ing Back to Egypt” theory was for their vested interests at the cost of “Nagas common rights and identity”, without considering the risk and loss on future of Nagas, their identity, history and birth rights. It reaffirmed that despite the “dithering stand of the government of India”, it will not succumb but stick to the Framework Agreement for Naga solution. (Full text on page-6)

conducting online classes, banks, post offices, transport agencies, etc, were also badly affected due to the erratic network. Pointing out that the subscribers could not download important files, converse properly or make calls and hardly make transactions in banks, Neiba Kronu said this was hampering the day-to-day activities, because of which the people were mulling to come out to street for agitation.In this regard, Kronu urged the Union minister to look into the matter and do the needful for improving mobile and interne services in the State. It may be recalled that the mobile network operators in Dimapur-- Jio, Airtel, BSNL, Vodafone and Idea (now VI) in February this year assured to provide quality service to its customers

immediately. The assurance was given during a coordination meeting that Dimapur Naga Students’ Union (DNSU) leaders held with representatives of the mobile network operators. The meeting followed an appeal made by the union on January 11 to all service providers to ensure quality internet service amidst the online exams in the State, DNSU media cell stated. In this regard, DNSU has asked the students and teachers to send their location and the name of the network service providers via WhatsApp at the following helpline numbers if they faced any network issue-8794399471, 9089517081, 7005836154, 9862531781. The union assured to take prompt and appropriate action within 24 hours upon receiving the complaints.

DIMAPUR/KOHIMA, MAR 16 (NPN): Banking services across the country including Nagaland were affected for the second straight day on Tuesday as public sector bank (PSB) employees continued with their two-day nationwide bank strike under the banner of United Forum of Banks Unions (UFBU) to oppose the Central government’s proposed move to privatise PSBs. Though the two-day strike ended on Tuesday, the unions warned that the agitation may take a form similar to the farmers’ protests if their plea was not heard by the Centre. In Dimapur, PSB employees staged dharnas near SBI regional business office at Supermarket complex, as the banks remained closed for the second consecutive day affecting services like deposits and withdrawal at

Bank employees during the last day of the protest in Dimapur. (NP)

branches, cheque clearance and loan approvals. Altogether, 104 employees from various Public Sector Banks attended the protest. NCBE president Ramesh Hasnu chaired the protest. Main speakers included AIBOC state secretary and president of SBIOA(NEC) TAP Paul; Joshua of NSCB Ltd; 3. NCBE vice president Sufip Sen and SBIOA & SEWA, Dimapur Region regional secretary TL Lango Neikha.

Ramesh Hasu said the next phase of agitation would depend on the government’s decision. He explained that if the government decided not to privatise PSBs, then there would be no more agitation. “But if they decide to privatise banks, then there will be bigger strike,” he warned. He claimed that the two-day bank strike was successful and said this showed active participation of all PSB employees. (Cont’d on p-8)

NEW DELHI, MAR 16 (AGENCIES): Not all public sector banks would be privatised, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on March 16. Her statement came on the second day of pan-India strike against the central government’s privatisation push. Sitharaman said only some of the public lenders are being selected for divestment to strengthen their financial condition. In the process of privatisation, the government would assure that the social security and other benefits of employees are protected, she stressed. “We have announced a Public Enterprise Policy, where we have identified 4 areas where public sector presence will be there, in this, financial sector too is there. Not all banks are going to be privatised,” she said.

By-poll to 51 Noksen seat on Apr 17 Over `31L seized, 19 held in extortion cases DIMAPUR, MAR 16 (NPN): Election Commission has announced the schedule to hold by-election to fill vacancy in the Nagaland Legislative Assembly from 5l Noksen (ST) Assembly Constituency. The by-poll would be held on April 17, 2021. The Noksen seat was laying vacant following the demise of former Minister

for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change and Justice & Law, CM Chang on October 12, 2020. In a statement, chief electoral officer (CEO) Nagaland Abhijit Sinha informed that the gazette notification would be issued on March 23, the last date for filing of nominations would be March 30 and scrutiny would take place on March

31. April 3 is the last date for withdrawal of candidatures. CEO informed that the model code of conduct comes into force with immediate effect in the district of Tuensang and would be applicable to all candidates, political parties and the state government. The model code of conduct would also be applicable to the union government, CEO stated.

Organizations support NJCF prayer call DIMAPUR, MAR 16 (NPN): Various organisations including Council of Nagalim Churches (CNC), Nagaland Gaonbura Federation (NGBF) and Central Nagaland Student’s Association (CNSA) have extended support to the Nagaland Joint Christian Forum (NJCF)’s call to all denominations to hold a day of prayer on March 20, from 6 a.m. to 12 noon, for confession, repentance and for the Naga political solution. In a statement, CNC general secretary Ikato Chi-

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shi Swu lauded the NJCF for initiating fasting and prayer “for peaceful and honourable solution of the protracted Indo-Naga political issue.” CNC stated that it was “indeed greatest need of the hour for Nagas” because Nagas were now engaged in a spiritual warfare. CNC stated that there were “unseen spiritual forces working against the fulfilment of God’s purpose for the Nagas”, adding that “these unseen forces can only be defeated and driven out through prayer and fast-

ing (Mark 9:29).” CNC has, therefore, appealed to all the Naga churches in Nagalim and abroad, prayer centres, individuals, well-wishers and all the brigades, battalions, units, and regions under it to observe the prayer and fasting in their own respective churches and places, and earnestly pray on the prayer points circulated by NJCF. NGBF: Extending full support to NJCF’s prayer call, the Nagaland Gaonbura Federation (NGBF) said that Nagas need “God’s

divine interventions to help us in bringing Naga political solution a reality.” NGBF media secretary Akhu Naga informed all the district GBs associations to observe a day of prayers on March 20. CNSA: Central Nagaland Student’s Association (CNSA) has also strongly appealed to all its unit to support and participate in the state-wide prayer programme organized by NJCF for early solution to the vexed “Indo Naga political dialogue.” (Cont’d on p-8)

DIMAPUR, MAR 16 (NPN): Dimapur police in its pre-quarterly report for the period January 1 to March 16, 2021 issued on Tuesday said that 19 individuals were arrested in connection with extortion related case and seized Rs. 31,10,515. Accordingly 13 cases were registered and the seized items forwarded to district court, police said, adding the seizure and arrests were made by district police and Assam Rifles. In a press note, ADCP (Crime)/PRO Dimapur police further said that the police on Monday arrested two individuals identified as one Kughato Swu (34) and Inaka Achumi (35) while extorting money from a business establishment at 4th Mile area in the name of FGN. Police also seized Rs.2000 and two mobile handset from their possession and registered a case at Diphupar Police Station. On March 16, police said that one person-- Dilip Basumatary (32) was arrested for illegal transportation of IMFL in one Alto

CRIMES UNDER IPC W.E.F 01/01/2021 TO 16/03/2021 Crime Heads

Case Regd

Murder 02 Attempt to 03 Murder Kidnapping & 04 Abduction Robbery 01 Burglary 05 Theft 61 C.B. Trust 02 Forgery 02 Grievous hurt 01 Extortion 13 Causing Death due 06 to Negligence Other IPC 08 TOTAL 108

No of Person arrested 06 13 12 05 03 19 03 10 71

CRIME UNDER SPECIAL LAWS Crime Heads

NDPS ACT NLTP ACT DC ACT ARMS ACT Foreigners Act POCSO Act TOTAL

Case Regd 05 07 01 13 01 03 30

No of Person arrested 08 11 01 14 01 03 38

(NL 01P 5847). Altogether 17 cases IMFL was seized and a case registered at Chümoukedima Police Station. On March 13, police along with 5th Assam Rifles rescued two persons- a truck

SEIZURE OF NARCOTIC DRUGS AND CONTRABAND GOODS

Total No. of contraband drugs and cash seized i) Quanyinwang=990 grams ii) Super plus capsule=97610 Nos iii) Nitrosum tablet=400 Nos iv) Cash=Rs 1,00,000/2021 v) Ganja=211 kgs vi) Codine Syrup=75 bottles vii) Drug orange powder sunflower=20 grams viii) Spasmo proxyvon Capsules=125 Nos ix) NLTP=3507 Bottles SEIZURE OF ARMS/AMMS/ EXPLOSIVES & CASH YEAR SEIZURES i) Arms=16 ii) Ammns= 510 Rds 2021 iii) Grenade=01 iv) Cash= Rs 297500 Year

driver and an employee of a private transport agency from Thilixu village area after they were reportedly abducted by unknown persons from Purana Bazaar area. In this regard, a case has been registered in Diphupar police station. PRO also informed that mobile armed escorts were being provided to commercial trucks at the inter-state checkgates from 0500 hrs to 0800 hrs. K Y M C

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ART centre inaugurated in Noklak

Advisor, prisons, printing & stationery government of Nagaland, H Haiying inaugurating the ART centre in Noklak. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Advisor, prisons, printing & stationery government of Nagaland, H Haiying inaugurated the anti-retroviral treatment (ART) centre, Noklak on March 16, 2021 at community health centre (CHC), Noklak. According to DIPR

report, while speaking at the inaugural ceremony, H Haiying congratulated National AIDS control o r g a n i s a t i o n ( NAC O ) under ministry of health and family welfare GOI for constructing the full fledged ART centre under Nagaland State AIDS

Control Society (NSACS) at community health centre (CHC) at Noklak. He appreciated NACO for availing the facilities in the district and urged upon the community to avail the benefits. CHC was upgraded to district hospital and

NSCN (R) reacts to appointment

DIMAPUR: Reacting to the appointment of Khekato Kenny as kilonser of chaplee (finance) by its president’s office on March 15, 2021, the NSCN (Reformation) thorough its MIP has reaffirmed “strongly” that if any decision has to be decided against Khekato, it would be done “only through the Joint Council, and no other claims shall be entertained whatsoever.” In a statement, NSCN (R) MIP stated that through the directive of the president, an extraordinary emergency joint council meeting was called on August 28, 2019, wherein the house “unanimously resolved to Expel Mr. Khekato Kinny, former Kilonser, for his involvement in the cold blooded murder of NSCN(I’M)’s Major Toishe for which his case number GR 674/19 is still pending at the Police Station.” In this connection, MIP said NSCN (R) subsequently also reaffirmed and reiterated that the joint decisions still ‘Stands Firm’ and in no way ‘Revoked’, which was also sent to media on September 13, 2019. Besides, MIP said the NSCN (R) further issued cautionary note and published in all leading papers, on July 8, 2020 to “refrain from associating with ‘Ousted elements’, and if found so, it shall be viewed as ‘Intentional and Willful Defilement’ of this Decree, which will attract penalties, and severe actions be initiated upon defaulters,

as per NSCN’s Ahza.” Stating that any decisions taken by joint council in any setup, was final and binding, MIP said that if any further decisions had to be decided and resolved, would be the “prerogative of the joint council only, on the advise of the Collective Leadership.” Therefore, MIP said that “intelligence and wisdom of all concerned is entreated upon, and hence, the press statement expelling 06 sincere and dedicated members and also mischievously appointing Khekato as Finance Kilonser, is just some amusing theatrics, perpetrated by some few disgruntled drifters null.” MIP informed all concer ned that TG (Tokato) Achumi was still holding the responsibilities of chaplee affairs and cautioned that “if anyone dealing with the ousted and estranged elements shall be doing so in their own risk.” Further, MIP remidned that the clarification sought by office of the Dimapur Yemishe Union and Dimapur Lizuto Union, that appeared in all dailies “appealing NSCN(R) to clarify position on Khekato, who claimed that his termination is revoked.” “NSCN (R) also makes our stand clear and envokes the Wisdom of any individual or groups, that if perchance the Yemishe, or Lizuto or the IM’s wants to reconcile with Khekato, the NSCN has nothing to do with it,” MIP stated.

DENSU to organise blood donation camp in Dimapur DIMAPUR: Dimapur Eastern Nagaland Students’ Union (DENSU) in alliance with National Integrated Forum of Artists & Activists (NIFAA) has informed that it would be organising blood donation camp on March 23, 2021, 10 a.m., at district hospital Dimapur. In a press release, DENSU stated that the core purpose of organising the blood donation camp was to ensure that adequate blood was stored at district hospital for emergency requirement, with a purpose to save lives in time of emergency. The union encouraged citizens to come forward and participate in the blood donation drive and informed that each donor would be acknowledged with certificates and their names would be entered in the e-directory. For more information, one may contact at 8416043504 and 8414868788. It may be mentioned that NIFAA is organising the nationwide blood & plasma donation awareness campaign across the country and gather 90,000 units of blood on the 90th martyrdom day of Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev on March 23. The campaign would be included in the Guinness Book of World Records for a global outreach. K Y M C

therefore, he requested the people to have a sense of ownership and give a positive response to the government. DC Noklak, Reny Wilfred expressed gratefulness to all who had initiated and worked for the successful opening of ART center in the district. He also opined that mobile unit lab should be started in order to reach out to far flung villages. DC also thanked the representative of 56th AC for setting up solar LED lighting in Noklak. Deputy director, (CST) NSACS, Dr. Nitovi Shikhi appreciated the church body for coming forward to fight the disease and requested the community to cooperate with the authorities and not to discriminate patients of HIV and AIDS. Earlier, dedicatory prayer of ART Centre was delivered by KBCA Executive Secretary, Himpao and welcome note by SMO, CHC Noklak, Dr. Victor.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 2021

IGNOU SC-2001, MCK induction programme

D imapur : I G N O U SC-2001 Modern College, Kohima (MCK) induction programme will be held on March 20, 1 p.m. at college auditorium opposite SBI Lerie branch, Kohima. Fresh learners enrolled for July 2020 sessions have been requested to attend the induction programme. Participants have also been requested to comply with SOPs. For more information, contact at 9856015006.

SDPDB Pughoboto convenes meeting

Dimapur: Additional deputy commissioner & vice chairman, SDPDB Pughoboto, ThungchanbemoTungoe has informed that the sub-divisional planning & development board meeting for the month March would be held on March 24, 2021, 11 a.m. at DBs court Pughoboto. All members have been requested to attend the meeting.

Commercial production of pineapple in Dmu Staff Reporter DIMAPUR, MAR 16 (NPN): Department of Horticulture (DoH) Dimapur organised training on low preservation of fruits and vegetables here on Tuesday at SHN, Dimapur. Demonstration on the processing method was carried out by deputy director horticulture and in-charge marketing Meyasashi. The processing product was mainly focused on pineapple fruit. Meyasashi pointed out that Dimapur was declared as pineapple district by government of India and government of Nagaland. He said that the area production would also be made in a large scale since pineapple was high in demand. He informed that pineapple fruit was certified organic and had a Unique Selling Proposition or Unique Selling Price (USP) which other state or district doesn’t have. In this regard, Meyasashi encouraged the

Deputy director, horticulture and in-charge marketing Meyasashi demonstrating the processing method. (NP)

people to focus on area expansion, value addition and marketing. He demonstrated on how to make jam, squash, jelly, Ready to Serve (RTS) and sweets from the fruit. Meyasashi said that under mission for integrated development of horticulture scheme sponsored by the government of India, 160 appliances were bought out of which 14 electrical appliances were to be distributed to each district. He said that the technology involved were simple to utilise, operated in a do-

mestic line, had power consumption of two power element 500 watts each which could be used according to the product. He further encouraged the beneficiaries to produce high quality product so that it would be made available within and beyond the state. Meanwhile, free electrical appliances to process the fruits and vegetables were handed over to SHGs beneficiaries under lowcost preservation unit. Altogether, 14 beneficiaries were trained on the prospects in food processing.

LCD elects new team of office bearers

DIMAPUR: New team to lead Lotha Community Diphupar (LCD) was formally inducted on March 15, 2021 during a programme at Lotha Primary School Diphupar “A”. According to DIPR report, the new team of office bearers will be led by Zuben Patton as chairman, Kenneth Mozhui as general secretary, Habenthung as joint secretary and Wobamo Odyuo as treasurer. The team would serve the office of Lotha Community Diphupar for a period

of five years. Speaking at the programme, newly elected chairman thanked Diphupar Lotha community for reposing faith on them to lead the community and sought for cooperation from all. While impressing upon the gathering on the importance of working with one voice he urged them to push the people forward rather than pulling them backwards so that they could work together for the betterment of the Diphupar

Dimapur Sumi Students’ Union begins education tour

DIMAPUR: In an effort to maintain better coordination with its members, Dimapur Sumi Students’ Union (DSSU) began its phase wise education tour of its units (areas) and sub-units (colleges) under its jurisdiction on March 15, 2021 at Dimapur government college. A press release by its president, Vitopu Ayemi and general secretary Vitoka Rochill informed that the date, time and necessary circulars of DSSU education tour would be intimidated to units and concerned college authorities. The purpose of the meeting was to deliberate upon the activities of DSSU, educate, seek the opinion of its student community, formulate plans and activities and for better coordination between Dimapur Sumi Students’ Union and all its units and sub-units and for the progress of Sumi students in general. Dimapur Sumi Students’ Union has therefore requested all concerned Sumi students unions affiliated to DSSU as well as college authorities and Sumi students to extend their support and cooperation for the success of the tour.

Lotha community. Many speakers including outgoing chairman Zuchumo Mozhui, women representatives, elders, also congratulated the new team of office bearers and assured them of their support and cooperation. Earlier, Lotha Baptist Church Diphupar, associate pastor Wopansao Ovung blessed the new team. Handing and taking over of files between the outgoing and incoming team was also held during the programme.

Kukidolong Area Lotha Baptist Church Women Fellowship (KALBCWF) held its conference on March 9, at Lotha Baptist Church Chümoukedima under the theme “strong together” (Ecclesiastes 4:9) with LBCA women leader L. Meribeni Ngullie. The conference was hosted by Lotha Baptist Church Chümoukedima under KALBCWF which was attended by over 400 women and women leaders.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We, the bereaved family of Mrs Lt. Limainla Mangimen, Karbi-Along, Assam, sincerely acknowledges all from near and far, those who upheld us during our saddest hour through morally, physically, financially and practical support. We would like to mention some who have selflessly helped with all the works starting from hospitalisation till she was safely carried home:1. Doctors, nurses, brothers and sisters from Changlang Town, Arunachal Pradesh 2. Naga Christian Fellowship, Dibrugarh, Assam 3. Management of Dibrugarh Medical College, Assam and all individuals. We thank you all and this is our prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly. DP-1452

With Love, Daughter, sons and all relatives

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

NHGSA holds 12th general session

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Late Havildar K. Daho With profound grief, we the family members express our heartfelt gratitude to churches, relatives, friends and well wishers who stood by us at the sudden demise of our beloved Late Havildar K. Daho who parted for his heavenly abode on 8th March 2021. The sympathy and gestures of kindness shown towards us following the great loss can never be forgotten. Words are inadequate to thank each and every individual but it is our utmost prayer that God Bless you all immensely. Special thanks to: 1. IG (F&ES) Nagaland Kohima and staff. 2. SP, Kiphire and staff 3. OC F/S Kiphire 4. OC F/S South Kohima 5.Tenyimia Union, Kiphire 6. Doctors & staff of District Hospital Kiphire 7. ASI Tejongol Sophie & Co. Loving wife, children and family K-596

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Members of NHGSA at the 12th general session

DIMAPUR: Nagaland Home Guards Service Association (NHGSA) held its 12th general session at central training institute, Toluvi, Dimapur on March 16, 2021. In a press release, president, NHGSA stated that commandant general, home guards, civil defence and state disaster response force, L. Bendang Lemtur graced the occasion as a special invitee. In the opening ses-

sion, the special invitee encouraged the officers to instil confidence upon their subordinates and urged the members to rise above the limits of tribalism as tribalism had no place in uniform service. He also released the amended 2nd edition of the constitution of NHGSA. During the second session, important agendas regarding the association were laid down

and discussed. Two new executive members were also inducted to further strengthen the functioning and co-ordination of the association. Deputy command a n t ge n e r a l , h o m e guards, civil defence and SDRF Medozhalie Pienyu also challenged the members to take responsibility of their profession and to take pride in their profession in order to help move the department forward.

(21/02/1968- 14/03/2021) “If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord”. Romans 14:8 Through this column, we the bereaved family of Lt. Mrs Lemzungtula Ao would like to express our profound gratitude for the physical, financial and prayer support that you have rendered to us during the time of her illness and demise. Though we are unable to thank you all personally, it is our prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly. DP-1451

Loving Husband, Children and Relatives

We, the family of Lt. I. Taongnukshi Ozukum, wishes to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us following our sad loss. We offer our heartfelt thanks to every individual, families, churches, unions, societies, neighbours, friends and well wishers who provided selfless emotional and practical support at this difficult time. A special word of thanks to: 1) The management, doctors, nurses and staff of Eden Hospital, Dimapur 2) Mrs. Atula Among (Kashiram, Dimapur) 3) Mrs. Sentila. To those who helped in any way, your contributions made our loss more bearable. We deeply regret our inability to thank everyone individually, however you are always close to our hearts for the unconditional support. Please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. May god bless you all abundantly. Loving children and family members. MKC-72 K Y M C

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 2021

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WEATHER FORECAST March 17

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Hot with hazy sunshine

36 18

Aizawl

Hazy sun

31 13

Guwahati Hazy sunshine and very warm 35 15 Imphal

Hazy sunshine

Itanagar Sunshine and patchy clouds

32 9 30 17

Shillong

Hazy sunshine

26 11

Kohima

Mostly sunny and pleasant

26 11

Dimapur Sunshine and very warm

34 17

Sunny and comfortable

28 13

Tuensang Sunny and not as warm

20 9

Mkg Wokha

Nischals portable & micro-scale labs installed

Sunny and nice

Zunheboto Nice with sunshine

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Nischal Narayanam, K.T Sukhalu, Shanavas and others at the lab inauguration programme at Kohima, Tuesday. (NP)

Correspondent KOHIMA, MAR 16 (NPN): Nischal’s Smart Learning Solutions Pvt. Ltd Hyderabad installed “nischals portable and micro-scale laboratories” under CSR at Rüzhükhrie government higher secondary school (RGHSS) Kohima, here, on Tuesday. Principal director school education Shanavas C initiated the project with the concept of “involving and doing” for easier understanding of the subject in a practical approach. Math whiz, Nischal Narayanam who was also the youngest double Guinness World Record holder in the field of memory installed the lab. The lab was inaugurated by advisor school education KT Sukhalu in the presence of school education department officials, special secretary SE

Kevileno Angami, NBSE chairman, faculty of RGHSS and others. At the inaugural function, Narayanam was confident that the newly inaugurated lab would not be kept as “show piece” and that if students understood and pursued mathematics and science, the purpose of his visit and efforts would be justified.

Sharing how he began his journey at the age of 8, Narayanam said knowledge acquired outside the world was more effective than knowledge acquired within the four confined walls. He maintained

that “learning by doing was more effective than hearing and listening” and urged the teachers to be well trained and make good use of the products so that his visit would go to waste. Narayanam also performed the memory game at the function. In his brief address, advisor school education, KT Sukhalu said math and science remained a challenge for many Naga students however with the installation of the lab he hoped that students would pick up the subjects without barriers. He also congratulated and thanked Nischal Narayanam for his concern to encourage the students and was positive that his effort would not go in vain. CEO CR Rao advance institute of mathematics statistics & Comp Science

Hyderabad, Dr. Yugandhar said his CR Rao institute envisaged to train policy officials in the field of cyber security and cryptography and said the matter was discussed with state senior officials and thanked governor for his help and cooperation. He urged students to take full advantage of the lab as it would help with the fear of math and science and pave way for the better understanding of the subject. It may be mentioned that four full labs would be installed in Dr. NGHSS Kohima, GHSS Dimapur, GHSS Mon and GHSS Zunheboto while Mathematics lab will be installed in GHSS Tuensang and GHSS Phek. Each lab costs Rs. 7.5 lakhs sponsored by Nischal’s smart learning solutions Pvt. Ltd Hyderabad.

3 CNSA hold meeting; launches ‘back to school’ mission

DIMAPUR: With regard to the education department of Nagaland announcing resuming of all educational institutes for normal classes, Central Nagaland Students Association (CNSA) after a consultative meeting with its units on March 13, 2021 decided to launch the mission, “back to school”. In a press release, CNSA president Himato Yeptho and general secretary Lipemo M Tsopoe stated that the purpose of the mission was mainly to check the attendance of government school teachers, to check if school uniforms and textbooks were rightly delivered to the students to make sure mid-day meals were provided. With regards to this

mission, CNSA has urged concerned department and teachers to cooperate as and when the team visits its department and schools. Having learned that there were issues hampering normal functions of schools such as non availability/shortage of textbooks, school uniforms not being issued and irregularities of teachers, CNSA stated that it felt that launching the mission was much required. For success of the mission, CNSA has further assured to remain vigilant in its jurisdictions: Dimapur, Wokha, Mokokchung and Zunheboto along with its units, Lotha Students Union (LSU), All Sumi Students’ Union (SKK) and Ao Students’ Conference (AKM).

MCC conducts webinar

DIMAPUR: Department of political science, Model Christian College conducted live webinar on the topic “influence of church on politics in Nagaland’ on March 9, 2021. Resource person, Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) general secretary, Rev. Dr. Zelhou Keyho said that the involvement of church in politics meant correlation of church and

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the state. He said that the church can reprimand the state but cannot dictate it and that it did not involve directly in politics but indirectly involved itself to clean the system. Speaking on involvement of church on Naga political issue, he pointed out that church was never a negotiating party and only played the role of bringing the parties together.

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Mizoram MP seeks Centre’s help in Myanmar crisis Mizoram reports 2 new cases of COVID

Aizawl/New Delhi, March 16 (IANS): The Rajya Sabha MP from Mizoram, K. Vanlalvena, on Tuesday urged the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to consider the plight of the people protesting against the military rule in Myanmar and relax its policy towards Myanmar refugees crossing over to India. An official release said that raising the issue at the Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, Vanlalvena informed the House that over 300 Myanmar nationals who have crossed the border are currently taking shelter in Mizoram, of which about 150 are police personnel. The release said that the state government and NGOs in Mizoram have been providing immediate help and shelter to these refugees. Meanwhile, the MHA had recently given directions to the chief secretaries of four northeastern states -- Mizoram, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh and Ma-

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nipur -- sharing borders with Myanmar to not entertain Myanmar refugees. It also instructed Assam Rifles to seal the border and prevent entry from the neighbouring vountry, the release said. Vanlalvena told the House that it would not go down well with the people in Mizoram if the Central government insists on deporting these refugees, who belong to the Mizo ethnic tribe, and it is not possible to deport them until the situation in Myanmar improves. “Being the largest democracy in the world, it is the responsibility of India to encourage and support any struggle to protect and

uphold democratic rights and principles. With the whole world watching, India should come forward to extend its helping hand to protect the Myanmar refugees,” the official release said. Vanlalvena, who is also a senior leader of the ruling Mizo National Front (MNF), told IANS over phone from Delhi that he also met Vice-President and Rajya Sabha Chairman M. Venkaiah Naidu and sought the Central government’s intervention for restoration of peace in coup-hit Myanmar. Last week, the Union Home Ministry had asked four northeastern states which share borders with Myanmar to take appropriate action to check the influx of refugees from the trouble-torn nation. A Mizoram government official said that the Deputy Secretary (NE), MHA, Krishna Mohan Uppu, in his March 10 letter to the chief secretaries of these four states and the

Director General of Assam Rifles had asked them to sensitise all the law enforcement and intelligence agencies for taking prompt steps in identifying illegal migrants and initiate their deportation process without delay. Uppu said that the Ministry’s Foreigners’ Division had also issued instructions to the chief secretaries on February 28 for asking law enforcement and intelligence agencies to take prompt steps for identifying illegal migrants, their restrictions to specific locations as per provisions of law, capturing their biographic and biometrics particulars, cancellation of fake Indian documents and legal proceedings, including initiation of deportation. The letter, available with IANS, reiterated that the state governments and UT administrations have no power to grant “refugee” status to any foreigner and India is not a signatory to the UN Refugee Convention of 1951 and its 1967 Protocol.

The four northeastern states share a 1,643 km unfenced borders with Myanmar. Mizoram Home Minister Lalchamliana, in a statement in the Assembly last week week, had said that the state government has been providing relief and shelter to the people who have entered the Indian territory from Myanmar. He said that the state government has sent a detailed report about these people to the Union Home Ministry and is waiting for the Centre’s advice on how to deal with them. Myanmar’s Falam district authorities last week requested the Deputy Commissioner of Champai district in Mizoram to send back their eight police officers, who had crossed into Mizoram since March 3. Meanwhile, the National Campaign Against Torture has asked the National Human Rights Commission to process the asylum/refugee claims of the Myanmar refugees who have fled following the coup.

Tripura CM slams Left Front govt in Kerala M’laya CM urged Centre to allow claims it lags behind his state in education, infrastructure

Biplab Kumar Deb during an election campaign rally in Thiruvananthapuram, Tuesday. (PTI) T h i r u v anan thapuram, Mar 16 (PTI): Attacking Kerala’s ruling Left Front, Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb on Tuesday claimed it lagged behind in infrastructure development and education and the people of his state ended the “communist rule” as soon as they got a chance. Deb, who was here to campaign for the BJP, said his party can repeat the success model of Tripura in Kerala. “There was communist rule in Tripura for 25 years and what happened there? nothing. Here the LDF and UDF are coming to power during alternate terms.We made a government from zero.”

“After that Tripura is developing faster than Kerala. This is because the central schemes are being implemented there at a faster pace,” Deb told a press conference. He said people of his state opted for BJP when they got a chance. “When we contested the election against Manik Sarkar, people doubted us. Only BJP could come to power from zero. It can happen here also.We have already opened an account by winning one seat,” Deb said, referring to the lone BJP MLA O Rajagopal. He said it was time for Keralites to “chose Narendra Modi over the LDF and UDF” so that development will reach Kerala.

Suspicious death of medical student sparks protest in Mnp Correspondent IMPHAL, MAR 16: Suspicious death of 22-yearold MBBS student inside his hostel room at Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal sparked a protest in Imphal on Tuesday. Fifth semester MBBS student, Sanaton Athokpam of Khurai Thangjam Leikai in Imphal East district was found dead inside his hostel room on Monday afternoon. As narrated by his colleagues, he was found hanging inside his room when they broke open the door after he did not respond to repeated calls and knocks on the door around 1.30 pm yesterday. As his both hands were found tied on the back and there were various bruise marks on his body, police as well as family members suspect murder. Police have registered a case and initiated investigation amidst protest by relatives, locals of the deceased students, and student bodies demanding a probe into the case. Alleging that RIMS authority did not officially inform the family and also demanding a probe into the death, a large number

of locals, relatives and members of student bodies stormed the RIMS complex today. When they targeted the administrative block, a strong police team blocked them but allowed some leaders to enter and meet the director. After a meeting with director A Tikendra Singh, the father of the deceased, said that he was not satisfied with the response of the director. Family was allegedly not officially informed about the death even 24 hours after the incident. Talking to reporters on the sideline of the protest, vice president of All Manipur Students’ Union (AMSU) L Athouba warned of intense agitations if justice is not delivered to the family of the deceased. He alleged fault plays in the case, saying that it was not the first case of death of a medical student at RIMS hostel and demanded appropriate action against the director, superintendent, and hostel warden. “They should be booked. The director, superintendent and warden must be held responsible for the death of the student,” he said.

“BJP’s victory formula is possible in Kerala. Just forget about UDF and LDF and chose Narendra Modi. Give Kerala into the hands of Modi and he can take you to a whole new direction. What have you got in the communist rule? Nothing.” He said the Modi government had improved the infrastructure of Tripura during the last few years with the construction of highways, railways and airways. Deb also said the CPI(M) and Congress, which are fighting each other in Kerala,are fighting together in West Bengal. “Just like the people of Tripura ended the misrule of Left 3 years ago, urge my friends of Kerala to end the rule of LDF in the state”, he said in a tweet. “The days of fascist, intolerant and attacking Govt of Kerala (sic) are over now. Violence or hypocrisy won’t save them. Join hands, support the visionary leadership of PM Modi for all round development of state. I am in Kerala on campaign spree today. Kerala will vote for Vikas NOW !,” he added.

Himanta slams CongressAIUDF alliance

state to build Eklavya schools

Shillong, Mar 16 (PTI): The Meghalaya government has requested the Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs to allow the states agencies to construct Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui told the Assembly on Tuesday. EMRS started in 1997-98 to impart quality education to Scheduled Tribe children in remote areas of the country. It has been decided later that by

the year 2022, every block with more than 50 per cent ST population and at least 20,000 tribal people, will have an Eklavya Model Residential Schools. The ministry had in principle sanctioned 40 such schools across Meghalaya and agencies based outside the state have got the job of constructing them, Rymbui said during the Question Hour while replying to a query by Congress legislator HM Shangpliang.

Dear Tutu, May the Lord bless you deeply and fill your life with his spirit. Happy Birthday. From, Anung

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PRINCIPAL DISTRICT AND SESSIONS JUDGE COURT MOKOKCHUNG: NAGALAND

NOTICE

S/C No.108/2020

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late (Retd N/K) Otikokba Ao has been applied by Smti Rongsenpenla, W/o Late Lt. (Retd N/K) Otikokba Ao, R/o H.No. 332, Yaongyimsen Village, Mokokchung, Nagaland for possession of: Notice is hereby given that any person interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may, if she/he so desire to appear in this court on or before the said day of 16.04.2021. Given under the hand and seal of the Court on this day the 16.03.2021. Sd/Principal District & Sessions Judge Mokokchung: Nagaland MKC-71 IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT AND SESSIONS JUDGE TUENSANG : NAGALAND NO.PD&SJ.TSG OBJECTION NOTICE-1/2017-18/267

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GUWAHATI, MAR 16 (AGENCIES): Days after the star campaigners from the Bhartiya Janata Party BJP denounced the alliance between Congress and All India United Democratic Front AIUDF, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and State Cabinet Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also lashed out at the alliance party today during an election campaign, reports The Sentinel Assam. State Cabinet Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma while campaigning at Biswanath Chariali for BJP candidate Promod Borthakur said that the Congress has stooped so low that it had to join hands with a party like AIUDF. While urging the masses to think twice before voting for the alliance he stated, “Congress party has stooped to this level that they now are piggybacking Ajmal to grab power.”

Dt. Tsg the 12th March’ 2021

OBJECTION NOTICE Whereas Mr. Chingmak Chang, brother of Late Anti Chang permanent resident of Noksen Village, District Tuensang has applied for issue of Succession Certificate to operate/draw/ transfer/withdraw the debts & security in respect of his Late sister, who expired on 26/02/2021. Now therefore, the public are hereby asked to file claims/ objection if any within 30 (thirty) days from the date of publish of this notice. Sd/Principal District and Sessions Judge Tuensang : Nagaland

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Dated 11/03/2021

1. I, No. JC-183527A, Rank-NB/SUB, GUMAN SINGH CHHETRI, S/o Lt. KABIRAJ CHHETRI. 18th Assam Rifles, C/o. 99 APO, aged about 54 years, Presently posted Chandel District, Manipur and residing at Dimapur, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under:2. That I am presently serving at 18th Assam Rifles, C/o.99 APO, bearing No. JC-183527A, Rank-NB/SUB, Name : GUMAN SINGH CHHETRI. 3. That the names and the dates of birth of my wife, daughter and son (under mentioned) has been wrongly recorded in my service book and the name has been corrected as follows. Sl. No. 1. 2. 3.

Previous name and surname (wrong) GOPIKADEVI CHHETRI Krishna Kumari Hum Bahadur Chhetri

Official name and surname (correct) GOPIKA K.C Karuna Chhetri Hum Bahadur Chhetri

Relation Wife

Date of Birth (wrong)

Date of Birth (correct)

06/05/1971 30/09/1967

Daughter 17/02/1990 29/01/1990 Son

07/02/1992 21/01/1992

4. That this affidavit is made to declare as a piece of evidence for all purpose. 5. That the statements made in paragraphs 1 to 4 are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing false has been stated. Solemnly Sworn and declare before me. Place : Dimapur Date : 16th day of March 2021. DP-1443

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Aizawl, Mar 16 (PTI): Mizoram on Tuesday reported two new cases of COVID-19, pushing the coronavirus tally in the state to 4,439, an official said. The two patients aged 60 and 56 belong to Aizawl

district, he said. The state currently has 12 active COVID-19 cases, while 4,417 people have recovered from the disease. The COVID-19 recovery rate in Mizoram is 99.51 per cent and the infection

rate is 1.83 per cent, he said. The state has reported 10 COVID-19 fatalities so far. A total of 2,43,076 samples have tested for COVID19 till date, including 535 on Monday.

MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS NOTIFICATION

New Delhi, the 28th September, 2020 S.O. 3350(E)-Whereas, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) (hereinafter referred to as NSCN(K), has its professed aim to create a sovereign Nagaland incorporating the Naga inhabited areas of Indo-Myanmar region by secession from the Indian Union in alliance with other armed secessionist organisations of Nagaland and North Eastern Region; And Whereas, the Central Government is of the opinion that the NSCN (K), is continuously:i. aiming to create a sovereign Nagaland incorporating the Naga inhabited areas of Indo-Myanmar region by secession from the Indian Union; ii. engaging in unlawful and violent activities thereby undermining the authority of the Government of India and the Governments of Nagaland, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh and spreading terror and panic among the people; iii. aligning itself with other unlawful association like the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), Mettei organisations of Manipur; iv. indulging in kidnapping for ransom and extortion of money from businessmen, Government officials and other civilians; v. embarking on a drive for recruitment of cadres to continue its terrorist activities; vi. establishing camps and hideouts across the international borders; vii. obtaining assistance from anti-India forces in other countries to procure arms and other assistance. viii. indulging in unlawful and violent activities intended to disrupt, or which disrupt the sovereignty and territorial integrity of India in furtherance of its objective of achieving a separate state. And Whereas, the Central Government is of the opinion that since 28.9.2015, NSCN (K) has been involved in 104 violence incidents resulting in killings of 07 security forces personnel and 06 civilians and abduction of 75 civilians. And Whereas, the Central Government is of the opinion that the aforesaid activities of the NSCN (K) are detrimental to the sovereignty and integrity of India and that it is an unlawful association; And Whereas, the Central Government is also of the opinion that if there is no immediate curb and control of unlawful activities of the NSCN (K), the organisation may make fresh recruitment, indulge in violent, terrorist and secessionist activities, collect funds and endanger the lives of innocent citizens and security forces personnel; and therefore, circumstances do exist which render it necessary to declare the NSCN (K) as an unlawful association with immediate effect; Now therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of section 3 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (37 of 1967) (hereinafter referred to as the said Act) the Central Government hereby declares the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) [NSCN (K)] along with its all factions, wings and front organisations as an unlawful association. And Whereas, the Central Government having regard to the above circumstances, is of the firm opinion that it is necessary to declare the NSCN (K) along with its all factions, wings and front organisation as an unlawful association with immediate effect; and accordingly, in exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to sub-section (3) of section 3 of the said Act, the Central Government hereby directs that this notification shall, subject to any order that may be made under section 4 of the said Act, have effect from the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.” [No.11011/05/2020-NE V] SATYENDRA GARG, Jt. Secy.

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR,

UNLAWFUL ACTIVITIES (PREVENTION) TRIBUNAL IN THE MATTER OF NSCN (K) DIMAPUR: NAGALAND

RE: Notification No. S0 2350 (E) dated 28th September 2020 issued by the Central Government under Section 3(1) of the Unlawful Activities (prevention) Act, declaring the NSCN (K) of Nagaland, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh as Unlawful Association. The National Socialist Council of Nagaland (K). SHOW-CAUSE NOTICE U/S 4(2) OF THE UNLAWFUL ACTIVITIES (PREVENTION) ACT, Whereas the Central Government in exercise of the powers conferred by the Sub-section (1) of Section 3 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act 1967 (herein after referred to as “The Act” has declared the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (K) as Unlawful Association vide Notification No. SO 3350 (E) Dated 28th September 2020 published in the Gazette of India Extraordinary Part-II Section-3 -(iii). AND WHEREAS BY THE Gazette Notification No. SO 3812 (E) dated 26th October 2020. (Published in the Gazette of India Extra ordinary part-II section-3, Sub Section- (II)] In exercise of the powers under Section-5(l) of the Act, the Central Government has Constituted Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Tribunal Comprising Hon’ble Mr. Justice Kalyan Rai Surana, Judge, Gauhati High Court, for adjudicating whether or not there is sufficient cause for declaring the NSCN (K) as Unlawful Association as referred by Section-(1) of Section -4 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act 1967. NOW THEREFORE a notice is hereby given to you under sub-section(2) of Section-4 of the Act and you are hereby called upon to show cause in writing within 30 days from the date of service of this notice as to why your association should not be declared as Unlawful and why order should not be made confirming the declaration made in the above mentioned Notification. The objection/reply/written statement if any may be filed/delivered within the statutory period of 30 days from the service, to the undersigned at her Office Chamber of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Dimapur. In case objections/reply/written statements and documents are in regional language, their English translation be also attached. You are required to appear before the Tribunal on 26-03-2021 at 10:30 AM venue will be initiated at a letter date. Appearance can also be caused through a duly authorized and instructed Counsel/Advocate. Given under my hand and seal of the Unlawful Activities (prevention) Tribunal In the matter of NSCN(K) on this 1st February 2021.

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govt has not done anything for Shah hatching conspiracy to harass us: Mamata Mamata farmers, Adivasis: Nadda at poll rally Shah frustrated over poor turnout at his rallies

M e j i a / C hh at n a / Raypur (WB), Mar 16 (PTI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday accused Union Home Minister Amit Shah of “hatching a conspiracy” to harass TMC leaders ahead of the assembly polls, and sought to know if the Election Commission (EC) is taking instructions from him. The CM also said that she would be forced to stage a protest outside the poll panel’s office, if the BJP continues to “interfere” in its day-to-day functioning. Contending that Shah is “frustrated” over the poor turnout at his rallies, Banerjee, who addressed three public meetings in Bankura during the day, accused the BJP of plotting to kill her, and claimed that her director of security, Vivek Sahay, was removed from the post by the poll panel, following her injury in Nandigram, for this reason.

Mamata Banerjee addresses an election campaign rally in Bankura, West Bengal, Tuesday. (PTI)

Referring to the last week’s “attack” on her in Nandigram, where she has crossed swords with her protege- turned-adversary Suvendu Adhikari, Banerjee said no injury can stop her from ensuring her party’s victory in the polls. “Amit Shah is frustrated as his rallies have registered poor turnout. Instead of running the country, he is sitting in Kolkata and hatching conspiracies to harass TMC leaders. What do they want? Do they want to kill me? Do they think they can win elections by killing me? If they think so, they are

wrong,” she said. Urging the EC to take note of Shah’s “antics”, Banerjee wondered whether the EC has been reduced to a political tool of the saffron party. “Is Amit Shah running the EC? (It seems) he is giving instructions to the EC. What happened to their independence? My director security (Vivek Sahay) was removed (by EC) under his instructions,” she said. Banerjee claimed Shah, who held a series of meetings with the state leadership on Monday night, has understood well that his party is still miles away from the

Gujarat riots: SC to hear plea of Zakia Jafri against clean chit to Modi on Apr 13

NEW DELHI, MAR 16 (AGENCIES): The Supreme Court on Tuesday fixed for hearing on April 13 the plea of Zakia Jafri, wife of slain MP Ehsan Jafri, challenging the SIT’s clean chit to then Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi in the 2002 riots, saying it would not entertain any request of adjournment on the next date. A Bench headed by Justice A.M. Khanwilkar took note of the request of senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for Ms. Jafri, that the matter be heard sometime in April as several advocates are busy in the Maratha reservation case being heard presently by a five-judge Constitution bench. However, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Gujarat government, opposed the

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plea for adjournment and sought hearing of the case next week. Senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for the SIT (Special Investigation Team) also opposed the letter for adjournment, and said the matter should be decided. “Put this case for hearing on April 13. No request for adjournment will be entertained,” ordered the bench which also comprised Justices Dinesh Maheshwari and Krishna Murari. The top court, in Feb-

Swapan Dasgupta resigns from Rajya Sabha amid row

Swapan Dasgupta

N E W D E L H I , M AR 1 6 (AGENCIES): Columnist Swapan Dasgupta, a BJP candidate for the Bengal election, resigned from the Rajya Sabha today, a day after the Trinamool Congress referred to constitutional rules to say he would be disqualified if he joined a political party. Swapan Dasgupta sent his resignation with the request that it be accepted by tomorrow, reports NDTV. “I have resigned from the Rajya Sabha today to commit myself totally to the fight for a better Bengal. I hope to file my nomination as BJP candidate for the Tarakeshwar Assembly seat in the next few days,” said the 65-year-old, whose Rajya Sabha term was till April 2022. On Monday, Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra had tweeted that nominated members of the Rajya Sabha can be disqualified if they join a political party after a sixmonth period from their oath. She pointed out that Dasgupta, who was nominated to the upper house by former President Pranab Mukherjee in 2016, hasn’t declared any allegiance to the BJP. K Y M C

ruary last year, had fixed the case for hearing on April 14, 2020 saying the matter had been adjourned many times and will have to be heard someday. Prior to this, Jafri’s counsel had told the apex court that a notice needs to be issued in the plea as it relates to an alleged “larger conspiracy” from February 27, 2002 to May 2002. Ehsan Jafri was among the 68 people killed at Gulberg Society in Ahmedabad on February 28, 2002, a day after the S-6 Coach of the Sabarmati Express was burnt at Godhra killing 59 people and triggering riots in Gujarat. On February 8, 2012, the SIT filed a closure report giving a clean chit to Modi and 63 others, including senior government officials, saying there was “no prosecutable evidence” against them.

seat of power. “Will the home minister run the country or spend time harassing senior government officials, politicians? Will he harass the home secretary? Send CBI notice? “They are booking all hotels. They are planning to frame cases against TMC candidates, send CBI, ED teams to harass political rivals? They are sending notices to those behind the Nandigram land movement. Bankura and Bengal should show others the way to defeat these dictators,” she said. Demanding free LPG gas for every citizen, she said, the BJP is “selling off ” railways, Coal India, closing down BSNL and banks and “people should unite against this move”. “They have renamed a stadium after Prime Minister Narendra Modi. If they get to have their way they will change the name of the country,” she said. At another meeting in Chhatna, the CM said “Bengal will soon vote to decide who will be at the helm.” Continuing her tirade

against Shah, she said, “There is a home minister who garlands a statue mistaking it for that of Birsa Munda’s. The bust of Vidyasagar statue was also vandalised in his presence. “He is professing his love for backward communities by bringing food from five-star hotels and savouring the items at their households, just for the cameras,” she said. The feisty TMC boss said she and other party leaders hit the streets in the interest of people amid the Covid-19 pandemic, while BJP leaders chose to stay at home. Talking about the measures taken by her dispensation to fight the pandemic, the CM said, “I had written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for arranging free vaccination for everyone in Bengal. I had said that we are ready to bear the cost. But he did not respond.” In a jibe at TMC’s other rival, the CPI(M), she said, “erstwhile ‘harmads’ (goons) of the Left party have now joined hands with the BJP. Please beware of them.”

Kotulpur (WB), Mar 16 (PTI): Alleging that the Mamata Banerjee dispensation has not done anything for the welfare of farmers and Adivasis in West Bengal, BJP president J P Nadda on Tuesday claimed that after practising politics of appeasement for years, the TMC supremo has started reciting Sanskrit slokas to assert her Hindu identity. She left several Hindu OBC castes such as Mahishya and Teli out of the reserved category because of her “politics of appeasement”, and the BJP, if voted to power, will take steps to include them, Nadda said while addressing a rally at Kotulpur in Bankura district. Banerjee had won elections in the name of ‘Ma, Mati, Manush’ (Mother, Land and People), Nadda said and alleged that during the last decade, her party has engaged in “torturing women, killing BJP workers, dictatorship, extortion and politics of appeasement”.

BJP National President JP Nadda waves at party supporters in Bishnupur, Tuesday. (PTI)

“I am told that Mamata Banerjee is now doing Chandi Path. But in the last 10 years, you have been engaged in minority appeasement. You have stopped Saraswati Puja in the state and immersion of idols of goddess Durga,” he said. Banerjee did Chandi Path (recitation of hymns) at Nandigram, from where she is contesting, at a public meeting on March 9. “During the stone laying ceremony of Ram Mandir at Ayodhya, you stopped people from offering puja in the state,” the

BJP president said. Referring to the court verdict in the Batla House encounter case, Nadda said that the TMC supremo had claimed in 2008 that it was fake and would quit politics if proved wrong. Nadda asked, “What will she say now?” A Delhi court Monday awarded death penalty to convict Ariz Khan for the murder of decorated Delhi Police Inspector Mohan Chand Sharma in connection with the sensational Batla House encounter case of 2008.

India, Portugal are brothers, says IPU president NEW DELHI, MAR 16 (AGENCIES): The President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union President, Duarte Pacheco, on Tuesday addressed Members of Parliament at the Central Hall and thanked India for its support for Portugal’s election to the IPU stating that New Delhi and Lisbon are brothers, reports The Indian Express. “I came to New Delhi to show that you have a friend -- a special friend in IPU. This special relationship is not just personal. We have a special relationship between our two countries. Portugal and India have over 500 years old relations, so we know each other so better that I may say that we aren’t just friends, we are brothers,” Pacheco said. He added, “India is the largest democracy in the world and in all levels, from local to national, is looking to be more inclusive with more women and young people. India respects convictions, political and religious, of each person.”

He further expressed Portugal’s support for the reform process and the inclusion of India as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council stating that India “is an important player” in all fields “whose opinions are respected”. “I think India should achieve the place you should have in all international levels... In the United Nations, Portugal supports reform process (to the security council) and inclusion of India as a permanent member of the Security Council,” he said. He further told the MPs that he “feels at home”.

Narendra Modi with President of Inter-Parliamentary Union, Duarte Pacheco, Tuesday. (PTI)

Lol Sabha speaker Om Birla said that India is the world’s largest working democracy and represents 130 crore citizens of the country adding that

the Central Hall is a witness to independence. “In the last 74 years of independence, our democratic system has only strengthened. We

are now celebrating 75 yrs of independence. This Central Hall is a witness to independence,” he said. The Indian economy under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is ‘amazing’, said Duarte Pacheco, President of Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), Geneva, on Monday. The President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union is in India on a seven-day visit. “It is impossible for us to interfere with the internal matters of a country, but can say that the Indian economy under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi is amazing,” Pacheco told ANI.

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ecent incidents of crime in Nagaland’s commercial capital serve as reminder that the law enforcement agencies face a severe test in maintaining a firm grip and the reasons are many. Dimapur is a cosmopolitan city where people from all tribes of Nagaland and various communities of India are found. Dimapur municipal along with sub-urban areas has a population of around 2.5 lakh. Dimapur is not only the commercial capital of Nagaland but also the gateway that is accessible from other parts of India by road, rail and air. Therefore, it is important that Dimapur grows economically as its population continues to grow. Dimapur enjoyed a golden era of rapid economic development from the 70s to 80s and was on its rise as the fastest growing city in the north east. Since the 90s, Dimapur was gradually losing the momentum of progress and today, its commercial growth is being stunted by lawless acts. This has led gradual deterioration of the environment affecting trade and commerce in the state’s premier city. In the case with Dimapur in particular, the authority of the law has been compromised due to the free run enjoyed by offenders patronised by influential and powerful sections. The rise of a sub-culture of lawlessness in the form of mushrooming of “unauthorised/illegal” tax collectors is also a syndrome that has restricted the economic growth of the city. Other factors that also play a role in promoting this sub-culture include economic disparity or inequalities in resources, opportunities etc which have created a sense of frustration and alienation. Prices of every commodity has been on steady rise as a consequence and this is bad for business, economy and the people. As commented earlier, the flight of business from Dimapur is reducing the city into a sub-outlet of nearby towns of Assam. The passive resistance of people is because the writ of the legally constituted government has been eroding over the decades primarily due to a populist-driven concept of governance and the growing presence of parallel authorities thriving on the fear of unarmed and unorganised people. However, this is not to mean that the various law enforcement agencies are not doing a good job. Police are often handicapped by political interferences, treading on “grey areas” of parallel authorities and often find themselves caught between the devil and the deep blue sea. There is need to change the environment with a long term objective. Criminologists consider prevention in two senses. The first involves the ability of criminal law enforcement to make citizens law-abiding by deterring potential offenders and preventing further lawbreaking by apprehending criminals. The second refers to the efforts to correct fundamental social conditions and personal maladjustments which are assumed to be the “seed bed” of crime. Looking at the problem from a wider perspective, criminalisation of society has unfortunately destroyed peace and progress. Lawlessness has become the face of Dimapur and most tragically, its character. On the part of the government, it does not matter which party is in power. If policing is reduced to mere tokenism, then it has the potential of resulting in a worse case scenario. The problem needs to be understood from legal, institutional, moral, cultural and religious aspects. Fighting crimes is not a one-time effort nor can it be measured by success in cracking some cases; it is a continuous process involving all.

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We must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ… —2 Corinthians 5:10 Paul says that we must all, preachers and other people alike, “appear before the judgment seat of Christ.” But if you will learn here and now to live under the scrutiny of Christ’s pure light, your final judgment will bring you only delight in seeing the work God has done in you. Live constantly reminding yourself of the judgment seat of Christ, and walk in the knowledge of the holiness He has given you. Tolerating a wrong attitude toward another person causes you to follow the spirit of the devil, no matter how saintly you are. One carnal judgment of another person only serves the purposes of hell in you. Bring it immediately into the light and confess, “Oh, Lord, I have been guilty there.” If you don’t, your heart will become hardened through and through. One of the penalties of sin is our acceptance of it. It is not only God who punishes for sin, but sin establishes itself in the sinner and takes its toll. No struggling or praying will enable you to stop doing certain things, and the penalty of sin is that you gradually get used to it, until you finally come to the place where you no longer even realize that it is sin. No power, except the power that comes from being filled with the Holy Spirit, can change or prevent the inherent consequences of sin. “If we walk in the light as He is in the light…” (1 John 1:7). For many of us, walking in the light means walking according to the standard we have set up for another person. The deadliest attitude of the Pharisees that we exhibit today is not hypocrisy but that which comes from unconsciously living a lie.

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‘Social media, tech have led to rise of disruptive leaders’ U biquitous technology and social media platforms have led to the rise of "disruptive" leaders like Arvind Kejriwal, Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron as they have been able to "speak directly to their citizens", who get the "illusion that they are being listened to", but whether they deliver is a different question, says a new book that examines the new levers of state power in the modern context. The rise of such leaders "is an interesting and potentially disruptive phenomenon in the development of governments and states. To some extent it is a consequence of the new world of ubiquitous technology and social media platforms that we see," Jaideep Prabhu, Professor of Marketing and Director of the Centre for India & Global Business at Cambridge Judge Business School, and author of "How Should A Government Be? - The New Levers of State Power" (Profile Books), told IANS in an interview. "But it is also a response to two other trends: 1) that citizens are increasingly restless and demanding of their leaders, i.e., they want more and better from the state, faster and cheaper, and 2) they are increasingly empowered to make these demands.

"Recognising these two trends, we see that some leaders around the world have found a way to speak directly to their citizens, often using social media like Twitter to great effect to do so. This gives the citizens at least the illusion that they are being listened to and that their leaders are responding to their needs and concerns. Of course, if that is actually the case, remains to be seen," Prabhu added. Trump, of course has been voted out of office when he caused more disruption than delivering on his promises. "Macron is being pulled in contrary political directions, swerving both left and right, as he seeks to work out the political trajectory most likely to secure him re-election next year", a commentary by Jamie Dettmer of the Voice of America said on March 2, adding that Liberation, France's leading left-wing daily newspaper, has warned that many on the left, who backed Macron in 2017, handing him a landslide election win over far-right leader Marine Le Pen, won't do so again next year. Keriwal's Aam Aadmi Party won 62 of the 70 seats in the Delhi Assembly elections in 2020 to give him a second successive term in office and has scored some notable success in the recent

civic elections in Delhi and Surat. It sees this as a signal to expand pan-India but the jury is out on that, with most political analysts suggesting Kejriwal stick to the national capital. The book is Prabhu's third from a career spent in studying innovation in the private sector. "In the first part of my career, I studied innovation in large western companies. I then turned my attention to emerging economies like India where I had grown up. From my study of India and related countries in Asia and Africa, I developed an interest in jugaad and frugal innovation. I wrote two books about this phenomenon: 'Jugaad Innovation' (2012) and 'Frugal Innovation' (2015). "Every time I would speak about these books to audiences from around the world, people would ask me: But what does this mean for governments? How does the ability to use new technology and organise in new ways impact the way that governments work? They would then go on to tell me about innovations in government too. Over time, I began to think of researching and writing about such frugal innovation in the public sector and that's what led me to write this book," Prabhu explained. Speaking about the

research that went into the book, he said a lot of it was similar to that which went into his previous books. "I didn't just want to write an 'academic' account of the subject. Rather, I wanted to ground everything I said in actual cases from around the world. So I set out writing to and interviewing public servants and policy makers from both emerging economies (such as India, Bangladesh and Kenya) and developed economies (like the UK, US, Canada and Denmark)," he said. At Cambridge, where he teaches, he also became involved with a number of training programmes for senior and mid-career civil servants from around the world. For instance, he was the programme director from 2012 to 2019 of a senior leadership programme for Indian civil servants. He also taught on an MPhil for early career civil servants interested in technology and policy. "Finally, Cambridge has a centre for science and policy that links UK and European policy makers with academics in the university, and over the years I met with over a 100 of these fellows of the centre. All these conversations provided me with ideas and material for the book. In addition to all this data, I also read books on

political theory, especially about the long debate that has existed about how big the state should be and what its role in society is," Prabhu elaborated. His key argument is that governments around the world can now use new technologies and forms of organisation to be more effective and efficient in delivering for their citizens but that in the process they might also increase their power to be more controlling and authoritarian. To balance effectiveness and efficiency with freedom and liberty, governments need to adopt five principles in how they operate: "They need to be responsive to their citizens (i.e., operate outside-in rather than inside-out); they need to be inclusive (i.e., be able to serve the interest of multiple competing groups); they need to be experimental (i.e., constantly trying new ideas, testing them and then scaling them up); they need to be entrepreneurial (i.e., engaging in a proactive way with the private sector and NGOs and cultivating the economy); and they need to be innovative (i.e., constantly improving how they function internally)," Prabhu explained. Citizens play a major role in this process. "It is citizens in the end

who provide the constant pressure for governments to get better, and so it is crucial that they perform this role well. Doing so involves citizens being informed and engaged and knowing how to choose their political leaders and teams well. But it also means they have to hold their governments to account at all times, either through movements from outside or even better by joining the government and working for its improvement from within," Prabhu said. What next? "I will probably return to my main area of interest and expertise, namely businesses and how they operate. There is a huge revolution going on in terms of what businesses are for. For a long time the view was that businesses existed for shareholders and investors (i.e., the owners) and that the sole responsibility of the firm is to maximise shareholder wealth. That view is now coming under a lot of pressure, and many argue that firms should balance wealth creation with wellbeing for customers and employees as well as nature. I will probably write about this topic next," Prabhu concluded. Vishnu Makhijani (Vishnu Makhijani can be reached at vishnu.makhijani@ ians.in)

A city isn’t smart if it NSCN (I-M)’s statement on Indo-Naga political issue cannot provide safety I

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s India embarks on retrofitting old cities to make them smart and investing in new urban developments, some conceptual rethink is needed to make them safer. Town planners and security professionals are increasingly collaborating, using concepts from behavioural sciences, environmental psychology and criminology while designing urban habitats. One such initiative is called Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED). Many of the concepts of CPTED are part of the Indian tradition, though they may have been lost sight of in the course of urban evolution. With modifications, standard urban planning can address the needs of community safety and policing much better. CPTED started with elements of the physical environment, such as how many people are looking into a place; the lighting; the control of who is allowed into a space; the sense of belonging and the image that a place conveys. Such factors are known to influence the decision of the offenders on whether or not to commit a crime, based on the psychological estimation of opportunities vs risks. A lonely dark street, with dead walls on both sides, will always be a preferred target for crimes on the street and the adjoining buildings. A boundary wall is generally thought up as the first line of defence against intrusion. As crime rates go up, people begin to invest in stronger and higher compound walls. In fact, such a wall can cut off all visual and audio links to the house from the street and vice-versa. These walls can also become psychological barriers for any neighbourly relations to develop. If there are children playing on the street or people in the vicinity, crime is difficult to commit as there is community surveillance. Ultimately, no one from the street can help anyone in distress behind such a wall, and no one from the house can deter street crimes. Another common response to heightened security concerns has been the popularity of gated communities, to create safe havens for those who can afford them. Ironically, these real estate silos are recognised today as working against security. Their dead

walls, exclusionary practices and restricted communities symbolise desperate attempts to buy a piece of security, but this does not even extend to the space right outside the gates. The conventional approach to city planning does not realise that community participation in surveillance, citizen involvement in acting against crime, and sociocultural factors are all essential security features. Usually, when it comes to securing a smart city, CCTV surveillance has been thought up as the technology of choice. They are, indeed, helpful in the detection of crime, though not as directly for prevention. Even for investigation, their efficacy is reduced when criminals are masked or the exact time of the crime is difficult to ascertain, increasing the list of suspect vehicles and individuals beyond any practical use. Community surveillance and involvement of neighbours, well-wishers and local people can never be substituted by electronic gadgets and physical barriers. The critical balance between the connection with community and privacy hinges on cultivating the neighbour as a partner and not as an adversary. The Neighbourhood Watch Scheme in some cities is a success story that aligns with the global theories of CPTED. It is time that the design fraternity and policymakers realised that security has never been and cannot be the sole responsibility of a single department, i.e. the police. India’s urban development needs to re-adjust its methodologies to integrate security into the planning of cities, neighbourhoods and regulatory controls. Re-adjust because most things are right, and course correction is all that is required. For example, the boundary wall height is restricted in by-laws. We need to enforce them and provide for the sense of community, visual connect and natural security to develop. This is the only solution to cope with the endless pressure on police resources and address the common citizen’s anxiety. Sudhanshu Sarangi and Manjari Khanna Kapoor (Sarangi is Senior IPS officer and Kapoor is an architectsecurity intergrationist.)

t was during the time of Mr. PV Narasimha Rao as Congress Prime Minister of India that Indo-Naga political issue was given a serious kickoff that eventually led to the signing of 1997 Indo-Naga Ceasefire. The IndoNaga political talks that started in right earnest resulted in giving recognition to the uniqueness of Naga history and political situation in 2002. It was on this basis that the historic Framework Agreement was signed on the 3rd August, 2015. The political identity of the Naga people was well crafted here to give sovereign identity to the Nagas as supported by the historical and political rights. Ironically, in what can be construed as reflecting the anti-Naga ideological mentality of Jawaharlal Nehru, the Nagaland State Congress party leaders had taken the same line of approach to Naga political issue by deliberately going blind to the political meaning of Framework Agreement to suit their own narrative to oppose Naga solution based on FA. Significantly, the Indo-Naga history is like an open book where one can read the pages where political gaffe is prominently seen. The blunders of history like the 9 Point Agreement, 16 Point Agreement and Shillong Accord are all crafted not for Naga solution but to flatter and fatten a certain section of Nagas who still continue to enjoy the

highest security and privileges from the Government of India for their service and loyalty at the cost of Naga peoples’ historical and political rights. Unfortunately, the Naga Congress leaders refused to learn any lesson from history and choose to continue with their obstinate behavior to oppose the political contents of the Framework Agreement, signalling their inclination to forego anything to do with Naga sovereign identity as clearly mentioned in Framework Agreement and go for the solution for the people of Nagaland state only. We find this idea totally abhorrent as this reflect the Nehru’s dehumanizing of Naga people’s political right. They deliberately close their eyes while studying the Framework Agreement and foul-mouthed that there is no mention of sovereignty in Framework Agreement. This is not different from the same political stand taken by Nehru who chose to defile the political sanctity of the Naga people. No wonder the genesis of Naga people’s human rights violation and suffering started with Congress regime under Nehru who sent thousands of Indian security forces to forcefully occupy Nagalim. It is pertinent to recall the story of Israelites journey to Canaan. When the people of Israel were on the way to the promise land of Canaan, there

were complaints against Moses that they should be taken back to Egypt. The complaints of NPCC that they want piece meal solution and solution for the Nagas of Nagaland state only is comparable to the complaints of Israelites against Moses to go back to Egypt. Certainly, more than two decades of Indo-Naga political talks is one of the longest in the history of political negotiations in the world. But it is the commitment of NSCN that they will never take the Naga people back to Egypt. There are various political leaders and intellectuals who are harping on “Going Back to Egypt” theory for meeting their vested individuals’ interests at the cost of the Nagas common rights and identity, without considering the risk involved that will ultimately lead to the loss of our future, our identity, our history and our birth rights. The NSCN cannot afford to let the Nagas become a lost tribes. The journey that has begun more than decades back cannot be aborted midway under any circumstances. Notwithstanding the dithering stand of the Government of India, NSCN is not going to succumb but stick to the Framework Agreement for the Naga solution. MIP, NSCN/GPRN

Just 111 FB users spreading half of Covid vaccine doubts

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Facebook internal study has found that a small group of users is actually sowing major doubts about the Covid-19 vaccines, discouraging people from taking the vital jab. The findings showed that just 10 out of the 638 population segments contained 50 per cent of all vaccine hesitancy content on the platform. In the population segment with the most vaccine hesitancy, just 111 users contributed half of all vaccine hesitant content, according to a report in The Washington Post. The Facebook study has also found a QAnon connection behind the campaign to malign the use of coronavirus vaccines and spreading "vaccine hesitancy". QAnon is a far-right conspiracy theory group in the US. The research is a large-scale attempt to understand the spread of ideas that contribute to vaccine hesitancy, "or the act of delaying or refusing a vaccination despite its availability, on social media -- a primary source of health information for millions of people," the report said on Sunday. "While Facebook has banned outright false and misleading statements about coronavirus vaccines since December, a huge realm of expression about vaccines sits in a gray area," it added. Facebook spokesperson Dani Lever said that the social network has partnered with more than 60 global health experts to allay the Covid-19 vaccine fears. "Public health experts have made it clear that tackling vaccine hesitancy is a top priority in the Covid response, which is why we've launched a global campaign that has already connected 2 billion people to reliable information from health experts and remove false claims about COVID and vaccines," Lever was quoted as saying. Facebook has stepped up its fight against the misinformation about Covid-19 vaccines, and now removes false claims about these vaccines that have been debunked by public health experts on its platform as well as Instagram.

As part of their effort to reduce the spread of "vaccine hoaxes" on its platform, Facebook and its photo-messaging app Instagram said recently not to allow advertisements that include misinformation about vaccines. IANS Feature

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Vaccinate bank-employees

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Central government allowed priority coronavaccination to certain categories of corona-warriors who all risked their lives during lockdown-period like including police-persons, health-workers etc who were directly exposed to members of public during lockdown. Likewise bank-employees both in pubic and private sector continued their duty during lockdown directly exposing to public because banking-services were taken as essential services. All the branches of various public and private sector banks were open regularly during lockdown even though even postoffices were closed during lockdown. Central government should now announce corona-vaccination on priority for all bank-employees of public and private sector. Governor of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) should also take up the matter with Central government for priority corona-vaccination to all bank-employees of public and private sector considering fresh corona-wave in certain states. Madhu Agrawal, Delhi

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Start of 2nd COVID wave in Maha: central team

New Delhi, Mar 16 (PTI): Maharashtra is in the beginning of second COVID-19 wave, a central team report has said, highlighting that there is very limited active effort to track, test, isolate cases and quarantine contacts, and there is no adherence to COVID appropriate behaviour among people in rural and urban areas. Based on the central team report, Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan has written a letter to the Maharashtra government, stating “measures such as night curfews, weekend lockdowns etc. have very limited impact on containing/suppressing the transmission” and urged the state to focus on strict containment strategies, strengthening surveillance and augmenting testing. In a letter to Maharashtra Chief Secretary Sitaram Kunte, Bhushan said even though the health infrastructure is adequate as of now, the “state should plan for a worse-case scenario with sufficient lead time”. The central team

Burdi flyover in Nagpur wears a deserted look during a complete lockdown. (PTI)

which visited the state from March 7-11 inferred in its report that the administrative mechanism should be re-instated to the level witnessed in August-September 2020 to contain/supress COVID transmission. “ln all the districts visited by the central team, the test positivity rate was high, ranging from 51 per cent in Mumbai to 30 per cent in Aurangabad, implying that there are lot many cases that are not being tested and there is high transmission in

the community,” the report underlined. ln view of limited contact tracing, a large pool of asymptomatic and presymptomatic people among contacts are not tracked and tested, the report said and stressed that testing must be considerably enhanced and protocol laid down by ICMR followed. “The absence of rigorous tracing, testing and containment is leading to sustained community transmission,” it said.

“The case-contact ratio is more than 1:20. Though it appears high, a deep dive into the methodology of contact tracing revealed that the main concept of contact tracing was not clearly understood by field level staff, who were mainly listing the immediate family and neighborhood contacts, for the sake of listing. “The high-risk contacts in workplace settings, social settings and family settings were not investigated and listed,” the report highlighted. The report stated that the current case fatality was found to be very high among admitted cases in Government Medical College in Aurangabad and in Vasant Rao Pawar Medical College, Nashik which needs to be investigated in detail, including sending samples for whole genome sequencing, it said. Referring to the findings of the team, Bhushan said that containment strategy needs to be re-introduced, containment zones must be better defined based on contact listing, digital mapping of cases and contacts and

should be much larger to include the area of influence of cases/ contacts. “The buffer zones need to be delineated. The perimeter control needs to be strictly enforced. For each containment zone, the Rapid Response Teams should develop an operational plan,” he said. Bhushan also stressed on augmenting testing to bring the test positivity rate to less than 5 per cent and strengthening surveillance by active house to house search for active cases/contacts in containment zones (as per the containment plan). Further, passive surveillance for ILI and SARI must be enhanced through health institutions,and involvement of private practitioners. “The Incident Command under the leadership of district collector and municipal commissioner should be actively re-instated with whole of government approach to contain/ suppress the transmission. This should be monitored at the highest level,” Bhushan said.

Kejriwal, AAP ministers, MPs, MLAs to protest against bill on LG powers New Delhi, Mar 16 (PTI): Delhi ministers and AAP MPs, MLAs and councillors led by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will stage a protest at Jantar Mantar here on Wednesday against the Centre’s bill that gives overarching power to the Lieutenant Governor. “All Delhi cabinet ministers, MLAs, Aam Aadmi Party MPs and councillors will participate in the protest,” Development Minister Gopal Rai told PTI. He said the protest will be led by Kejriwal. Later, addressing a press conference, Rai said the “unconstitutional way” in which the central government is attempting to strip the Delhi government’s powers is condemnable. Rai claimed the central government was attempting to restrict the powers of an elected government in Delhi, rendering it virtually powerless. “The Delhi government’s growing popularity across the country appears to have become a thorn in

“I am formally joining the NCP today”, he told reporters in New Delhi after meeting CPI(M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury. Chacko, who quit the Congress over his differences with the party leaders in Kerala, said NCP is a partner of the CPI (M)led LDF in the southern state and he would work for the victory of the Left candidates in the April 6 Assembly polls. Announcing his resignation from the Congress last week, Chacko had alleged group interest in deciding party NCP Chief Sharad Pawar greets former Congress leader candidates for the coming PC Chacko, as the latter joins NCP in New Delhi. (PTI) assembly elections. New Delhi/Kochi, Mar 16 (PTI): Former Congress leader P C Chacko, who quit the party last week, on Tuesday an-

nounced that he will formally join the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) headed by Sharad Pawar.

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But they fielded a novice, a political non-entity from the constituency and “this is going to help the Congress or the CPI(M),” he claimed. State BJP sources sought to downplay Balashankar’s allegation, describing it as an emotional outburst from a person who did not get party ticket for the election. The BJP has fielded A V Gopakumar from Chengannur seat. While the CPI(M) has fielded sitting MLA Saji Cherian from the seat, the Congress has fielded its senior leader M Murali. The BJP leadership had on Sunday released its first set of candidates in the southern state.

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seat currently held by the CPI(M) but the BJP fielded a person who is a political non-entity damaging its chance to win the seat. “The state leadership is not wanting to win the elections. They are not interested in winning the election. Because in the constituencies where the BJP have a great winning chance, they are putting up weak candidates,” Balashankar told PTI. He alleged that his winnability and positivity had become a negative point for the local leaders. Balashankar claimed he was very popular in Chengannur and his family connection in the constituency would have helped the party to get more votes.

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the central government’s eye,” Rai said. He claimed that the BJP-ruled Centre has conspired to limit an elected government’s powers, and is attempting to overturn the judgement of a constitution bench of the Supreme Court -- all of it to restrict the powers of the Delhi government and to stifle its growth. “Now every decision will be implemented at the mercy of the LG. Thus, the

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Bypolls to two LS, 14 Assembly seats on Apr 17 NEW DELHI, MAR 16 (PTI): Bypolls to two Lok Sabha seats-- one each in Kar nataka and Andhra Pradesh -- and 14 assembly constituencies across 11 states will be held on April 17, the Election Commission announced on Tuesday. The by-election to the Tirupati Lok Sabha seat in Andhra Pradesh was necessitated following the death of sitting YSR Congress party MP Balli Durgaprasada Rao due to COVID-19 in September last year. The bypoll to the Belgaum Lok Sabha seat in Karnataka is being held following the death of former Union minister Suresh Angadi in September last year. The Election Commission also announced bypolls to 14 assembly seats -- three in Rajasthan, two in Karnataka and one each in Gujarat, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Telangana and Uttarakhand. The fifth phase of the West Bengal assembly election will also take place on the same day. The votes will be counted on May 2, the same day as the results for elections in four states, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and West Bengal, and the union territory of Puducherry.

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DIMAPUR: All Nagaland College Students’ Union (ANCSU) has served an ultimatum on the higher & technical education (H&TE) department to requisition the remaining five assistant professor posts to NPSC and make nodal cell functional within one month. In an ultimatum to the secretary higher & technical education, ANCSU vice president Inato Y Chisho and education secretary Keneitsituo Kense appreciated the department for requisition of 105 assistant professors and librarian posts to NPSC, which was subsequently advertised by the NPSC. However, ANCSU expressed displeasure over

the “lackadaisical approach” towards the remaining five assistant professor posts, which it said had been withheld for conversion/review/exchange. Further, the union also expressed dismay at the department’s “inaction” towards the nodal cell, which had been notified for establishment on October 25, 2019. ANCSU said that the department has not implemented the nodal cell till date although a common scholarship portal was introduced. The union has, therefore, impressed upon the responsible authority to “address the matter on priority to avoid any unavoidable confrontation.”

NEW DELHI, MAR 16 (IANS): After buses and passenger cars, automobile giant Tata Motors might soon roll-out an electric variant of its small commercial vehicle. In a conversation with IANS, Girish Wagh, President, Commercial Vehicle Business Unit of Tata Motors said the company has participated in ‘FAME Phase I’ scheme for electrification of buses. Centre had introduced the ‘Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric Vehicles in India’ (FAME India) scheme to promote the manufacturing of electric and hybrid vehicle technology.

“We have supplied more than 200 buses and cumulatively they have now covered more than seven and a half million kilometres, which has given us a very good experience. According to Wagh, the economic attractiveness of electric vehicles has been on the rise with respect to the ICE engine due to falling battery prices and rising cost of ICE engine vehicles with respect to increase in regulations. “We are exploring quite a few segments and actually after buses, small commercial vehicles do appear to have more chance of being electrified...,” Wagh said.

Bank strike ends; unions warn of intensifying stir (From p-1) Extending support to the striking bank employees, Confederation of Nagaland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CNCCI) chairman Dr Khekhugha Muru said PSBs have become pivotal to progress of the country and have “humungous value”. He remarked that it would be “irrational” to leave the huge network of PSBs in the hands of private enterprises as this would result in common man being deprived of banking services. Muru said PSBs in Nagaland operated in rural and remote areas where private banks have failed to reach. So, if privatisation was allowed, it would be really difficult for the people, especially in remote areas, he feared.

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Kohima: State Bank of India (SBI) employees staged a protest in front of SBI main branch at Kohima on Tuesday for the second day. Leading the protest, SBI Officers’ Association (SBIOA) Kohima district unit representative Yansaromo T Lotha said they were staging dharna against the “repressive and regressive” actions of the Central government. Regretting that PSBs had often been used as a punching bag by the government, Lotha asserted that the bank staff would fight for their rights and that this agitation was just the beginning. As all developmental activities were carried up through PSBs, he cautioned that the Central government’s

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move to privatise them would severely affect such activities. Highlighting some achievements of SBI, Lotha said the bank had boldly initiated the zero account opening after observing that it would help the general population, especially the poor. SBIOA Kohima district unit representative warned that in the absence of PSBs, private banks would take advantage and inflate service charges on their customers and therefore, he stressed, this fight was for the common man. Answering a query on why only a few employees had turned up for the protest when there were more than a hundred in all the 10 SBI

branches in Kohima, Lotha explained that while a clarion call was given out to all association members to join the dharna, only a handful had turned up, which he termed as “discouraging”. On whether the association would take any action against its members who failed to turn up for the dharna, Lotha clarified although the agitation was for a greater cause, it was voluntary in nature and therefore no action would be taken. He added that those members who did not turn up showed that they have no concern for the future. With the two-day bank stir coming to an end now, Lotha said it would be business as usual for the PSBs from Wednesday.

Hyundai India sells over 1.21 lakh all-new Creta SUV in 1 year NEW DELHI, MAR 16 (IANS): Automobile manufacturer Hyundai Motor India on Tuesday said that it has sold over 1.21 lakh unit sales of all-new Creta SUV since its launch in a span of 1 year. The all-new Creta has spearheaded Hyundai’s SUV leadership in India in CY2020. The vehicle is powered by advanced powertrain options such as ‘1.5 l U2 CRDi Diesel BS6 and 1.5 l MPi Petrol (6MT/ IVT), 1.5 l U2 CRDi Diesel (6MT/ 6AT) and Powerful 1.4 l Kappa Turbo GDi Petrol (7DCT)’. Launched in 2015,

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In a statement, CNSA president Himato Yeptho, vice president Akummeren Ao and general secretary Lipemo M Tsope stated that no group, party or individual was blameless and above national cause, adding that “we must remind ourselves” that maintaining “holier-than-thou attitude” would not bring any solution rather it would “bring doom to our society”. CNSA has, therefore, appealed to all responsible to “repent, confess and ask God for forgiveness for our shortcomings and change our perspectives to work together for greater interest of our people.” The student body stated that Naga people cannot afford to remain divided over certain vested interests sacrificing common Naga people in the Alter to satisfy one’s ego and thirst for Supremacy. CNSA has appealed to all sections of society to participate in the genuine effort of NJCF.

time MLA from Behala Purba constituency. This ticket went to film star Payel Sarkar, who joined the BJP a few days ago. Chatterjee’s friend Baisakhi Bandopadhyay too was denied a ticket. In a letter to BJP state chief Dilip Ghosh, Chatterjee said he was ‘extremely humiliated and pained’ to accept the party’s decision. Similar protests broke out in Panchla, Udayanarayanpur and Raidighi as the BJP nominated two TMC turncoats – Mohit Ghati and Santanu Bapuni – from Panchla and Raidighi constituencies and former Congress leader Sumit Ranjan Karar from Udaynarayanpur.

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tions and other investors. Sitharaman said that the DFI will be managed by a professional board and it is expected to attract capital from the market. Half of the board will comprise nonofficial directors and have people of eminence in such positions. The chairmanship of the DFI will also be given to a person of eminence. To make the DFI run on professional lines, its board will also be given the power to appoint and remove wholetime directors. Also, with the intention to attract the best talent from the market, it has been decided that the DFI will offer market driven emoluments. Sitharaman said the long-term funding nature of the DFI will also have a positive impact on the bond market in India. According to Sitharaman, the DFI is expected to give a massive lending push worth around Rs 3 lakh crore in the next few years. A Development Finance Institution provides risk capital for key infrastructure projects. It is considered as a key ingredient for sustainable and fast infra creation.

other senior BJP leader from Uttar Pradesh, who were attending a meeting in Singur’s Apurbapur, were locked inside a party office for over four hours. Local leaders threatened that if the party high command doesn’t change the candidate, they would put up independent candidates and ensure Bhattacharya was defeated. Former TMC veteran and Kolkata mayor Sovan Chatterjee, who joined the BJP after the 2019 Lok Sabha election along with his friend Baisakhi Bandopadhyay, quit the party after he was not given a ticket from his desired constituency. Chatterjee is a two-

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NEW DELHI, MAR 16 (IAN): The Union Cabinet on Tuesday cleared a budgetary proposal to set up a dedicated infrastructure lender. Accordingly, to give a push to infrastructure creation, a Development Financial Institution (DFI) will be set up. The DFI was proposed in the Union Budget 2021-22 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to meet the growing need of funds by the infrastructure sector. With the Cabinet approval, the DFI Bill will now be placed in the Parliament during the ongoing Budget session for approval. Addressing a briefing after the Cabinet meeting here, the Finance Minister said that the DFI will be formed with a seed capital of Rs 20,000 crore to provide long-term funds to the infra sector. The government will be the 100 per cent owner of the institution initially, but its equity will be diluted in phases. As per the provisions of the Bill, the government’s equity could be diluted up to 26 per cent with the balance being taken by the institu-

(From p-1) Four-time TMC MLA from Singur Rabindranath Bhattacharya was denied a ticket this time. Soon after, the 89-year-old retired schoolteacher joined the BJP. And on Sunday, BJP announced Bhattacharya as the party candidate from Singur for the upcoming assembly election. Protests broke out in Singur immediately after the announcement was made. Crowd started shouting slogans against the BJP’s pick, and demanded that the party field ‘original’ BJP candidates. Vishwas Sarang, medical education minister from Madhya Pradesh, and an-

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of developers in India that are already using Play to sell digital goods, they can start receiving the benefit of this change as soon as it goes into effect in July,” said Sameer Samat, Vice President, Android and Google Play. “With this change, 99 per cent of developers globally that sell digital goods and services with Play will see a 50 per cent reduction in fees,” Samat added. Google said that it has heard from partners making $2 million to even $10 million a year that their services are still on a path to self-sustaining orbit. “This is why we are making this reduced fee on the first $1 million of

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NEW DELHI, MAR 16 (IANS): Google on Tuesday announced to reduce the service fee to 15 per cent for all developers globally including in India on in-app purchases on Play Store from July 1 this year. Google said it will levy a 15 per cent rate on in-app purchases to all developers for annual sales up to $1 million and take a 30 per cent commission from revenues over the $1 million mark. For the developers in India that do sell digital goods, but have not yet integrated with Play’s billing system, they continue to have time till March 31, 2022 as announced previously. “For the thousands

total revenue earned each year available to every Play developer that uses the Play billing system, regardless of size,” Samat noted. Apple last year announced a new developer programme to reduce the charge by half for small businesses that earn up to $1 million in revenue from January 1, 2021, after facing flak for the App Store’s 30 per cent standard commission for paid app revenue and in-app purchases. Google said that once developers confirm some basic information to help the company understand any associated accounts they have and ensure it applies the 15 per cent rate properly, “this discount will automatically renew each year”. The service fee for Google Play is only applicable to developers who offer in-app sale of digital goods and services. More than 97 per cent of apps globally do not sell digital goods, and therefore do not pay any service fee, the company said.

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UN chief appalled by escalating N Korea warns US not to ‘cause a stink’ violence in Myanmar by military junta

SEOUL, MAR 16 (AP): In North Korea’s first comments directed at the Biden administration, Kim Jong Un’s powerful sister on Tuesday warned the United States to “refrain from causing a stink” if it wants to “sleep in peace” for the next four years. Kim Yo Jong’s statement was issued as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin arrived in Asia to talk with US allies Japan and South Korea about North Korea and other regional issues. They have meetings in Tokyo on Tuesday before speaking to officials in Seoul on Wednesday. “We take this opportunity to warn the new U.S. administration trying hard to give off (gun) powder smell in our land,” she said. “If it wants to sleep in peace for coming four years, it had better refrain from causing a stink at its first step.” Kim Yo Jong, a senior official who handles

inter-Korean affairs, also criticized the US and South Korea for holding military exercises. She also said the North would consider abandoning a 2018 bilateral agreement on reducing military tensions and abolish a decades-old ruling party unit tasked to handle inter-Korean relations if it no longer had to cooperate with the South. She said the North would also consider scrapping an office that handled South Korean tours to the North’s scenic Diamond Mountain, which Seoul suspended in 2008 after a North Korean guard fatally shot a South Korean tourist. The North “will watch the future attitude and actions of the (South Korean) authorities,” before determining whether to take exceptional measures against its rival, she said in her statement published in Pyongyang’s official Rodong Sinmun newspaper. Challenges posed by

India, B’desh likely to sign 3 MoUs during PM Modi’s visit DHAKA, MAR 16 (PTI): India and Bangladesh are likely to sign three MoUs during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Dhaka next week to attend the celebrations of the golden jubilee of the country’s independence and the birth centenary of its founder ‘Bangabandhu’ Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Prime Minister Modi and heads of state and government from Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan and the Maldives will be among the distinguished foreign guests to join the celebrations under separate schedules. “It’s a historic event for Bangladesh as five heads of state and government never

(without any summit) visited here within a time span of 10 days,” Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen told a media briefing here ahead of the 10-day celebrations starting on March 17. “This is a very unusual time (due to COVID-19)… but heads of state and government of our neighbouring countries are coming here to show their tribute to our Father of the Nation,” Momen said. During his trip, Prime Minister Modi will hold talks with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and visit three places outside Dhaka. The two sides are expected to sign three MoUs, Momen said.

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North Korea’s nuclear arsenal and China’s growing influence loom large in the Biden administration’s first Cabinet-level trip abroad, part of a larger effort to bolster U.S. influence and clam concerns about the US role in Asia following four years of President Donald Trump’s “America first” approach. A senior official from the Biden administration said Saturday that U.S. officials have tried to reach out to North Korea through multiple channels since last month, but had yet to receive a response. The of-

Afghan varsity bus attacked, 2 dead KABUL, MAR 16 (IANS): At least two people were killed and six teachers injured after unidentified gunmen opened fire at a university bus in Afghanistan’s Baghlan province on Tuesday, police said. The shooting incident took place outside the provincial capital Pul-eKhumri at about 8.40 a.m., a senior police official told Xinhua news agency. The victims were the bus driver and a university student, the official said. No group has claimed responsibility for the incident so far. The gunmen fled the scene soon after the incident which is the latest in a string of targeted attacks in the Asian country.

ficial was not authorized to publicly discuss the diplomatic outreach and spoke on condition of anonymity. “This is Kim Yo Jong continuing to be the tip of the wedge North Korea tries to drive between South Korea and its US ally,” said Leif-Eric Easley, a professor of international studies at Ewha University in Seoul. “North Korea’s latest threats mean the allies have precious little time to coordinate their approaches on deterrence, sanctions and engagement.” Biden’s presidency begins as Kim Jong Un faces perhaps the toughest moment of his nine-year rule. His country’s battered economy has decayed further amid pandemic border closures while his summits with Trump failed to lift crippling sanctions. While Kim in recent political speeches has vowed to strengthen his nuclear weapons program, he also has said the fate of US relations depends on Washing-

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of Common Interests met in two months,” Justice Isa asked, expressing his anger, the report said. “Is it not a priority of the government to release the census results,” he asked. According to the judge, the government and its allies rule in three provinces, and yet not a single decision had been taken by the CCI. “The government is incapable

Boris to visit India in April-end to ‘unlock’ Indo-Pacific opportunities LONDON, MAR 16 (PTI): Prime Minister Boris Johnson will visit India at the end of April on his first major international tour following the UK’s exit from the European Union, Downing Street has announced, as Britain seeks to “unlock” the opportunities in the strategic Indo-Pacific region. The announcement of the visit, which had been postponed from a planned Republic Day tour in January due to the escalating COVID-19 crisis in the UK, comes as Johnson launches the conclusions of the UK government’s Integrated Review of defence, security, development and foreign policy – a post-Brexit policy vision that falls within a wider Global Britain agenda. A central foreign policy shift included in the review is a definitive tilt towards the Indo-Pacific region as the “geopolitical centre of the world”, which includes

the UK applying for partner status of the ASEAN economic union – of which India is a sectoral dialogue partner. “This year the Queen Elizabeth Carrier will undertake its first operational deployment to the region alongside NATO [North Atlantic Treaty Organisation] allies, the UK is applying for partner status at the Association of South East Asian (ASEAN) nations and at the end of April the Prime Minister will travel to India on his first major international visit following our departure from the European Union (EU),” Downing Street said on Monday. The India visit, which Downing Street said would “unlock the opportunities in the region”, is widely expected to finalise a much-anticipated India-UK Enhanced Trade Partnership (ETP) as a precursor to a free trade agreement (FTA) in the future.

either of running the country or taking decisions,” he added. He also took exception to the postponement of the CCI meeting despite the court order, terming it an insult to the constitutional institution. According to the court, there were no war conditions that could prevent the CCI from holding its meeting. Justice Isa pointed out that nowadays meeting could take place via a video link. He mentioned that four years have passed since the census was conducted in 2017, the report said. Additional Attorney General Amir Rehman informed the court that the meeting of the CCI would be held on March 24, adding that it was a sensitive matter and therefore the

BEIJING, MAR 16 (PTI): China has made it mandatory for people coming from India and 19 other nations to get Chinese-made COVID19 vaccines if they want to travel to this country. “For the purpose of resuming people-to-people exchanges in an orderly manner, starting from 15 March, 2021, the Chinese Embassies and Consulates in India will provide the persons having taken Chinesemade COVID-19 vaccine and holding the Certificates of Vaccination,” a notice posted on the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi said. The announcement makes little difference for thousands of Indian students besides professionals working in China and their family

government wanted to take decision with consensus. At this, Justice Isa asked why the report of the CCI has been kept secret. He observed that if good deeds are kept secret, it would raise doubts in the minds of the people. He further observed that the people should know “what are the provinces doing, and what is the federation doing”, as per the report. The judge expressed his displeasure over the promulgation of an ordinance for fresh delimitation by the Punjab Governor. According to the Election Commission, the ordinance has created complications, he said. Simply put, he added, the Punjab government does not want local elections to be held.

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UNITED NATIONS, MAR 16 (PTI): UN chief Antonio Guterres has said that he is appalled by the escalating violence in Myanmar and urged the international community to work collectively and bilaterally to help bring an end to the repression by the country’s military. Secretary-General Guterres also noted with concern that the killing of demonstrators and arbitrary arrests by the military in Myanmar are in clear defiance of calls by the UN Security Council for restraint, dialogue and a return to the democratic path in the country. Guterres urged the international community to work collectively and bilaterally to help bring an end to the repression by Myanmar’s military, a statement issued by the spokesperson for the UN chief said on Monday. “He urges the military to allow a visit by his Special Envoy as an important element in calming down the situation and setting the stage for dialogue and

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return to democracy,” it said. The statement added that Guterres is appalled by the escalating violence in Myanmar at the hands of the country’s military. “The killing of demonstrators, arbitrary arrests and the reported torture of prisoners violate fundamental human rights,” it said. He said he will continue to stand with the people of Myanmar and their democratic aspirations. Myanmar’s military toppled the country’s govt on Feb 1 and seized power for 1 year, detaining top political figures, including de facto leader Suu Kyi and President U Win Myint.

Two more people, including a pedestrian, were shot dead and three wounded Tuesday by the military regime’s security forces when they fired on anti-regime protesters in Yangon and Sagaing regions, report The Irrawaddy As of Tuesday, Myanmar’s protest-related death toll since the military’s Feb.1 coup totaled 193. On Tuesday afternoon, hundreds of protesters returning home from an anti-regime demonstration in Sagaing Region’s Kawlin Township were fired upon by security forces while they were surrounding a man accused of being an informer for the military regime. During the shooting, a male protester was shot dead and another was injured. 3 protesters were arrested.

China made its vax mandatory for Indians, 19 countries returnees

Imran govt incapable of running country: Pak SC ISLAMABAD, MAR 16 (IANS): Pakistan’s Supreme Court has expressed its displeasure with the Imran Khan government, saying it was incapable of running the country or taking decisions. Hearing the local bodies case, a two-judge bench, headed by Justice Qazi Faez Isa and comprising Justice Sardar Tariq, expressing annoyance over the issuance of an ordinance on delimitation of constituencies by the Punjab government, referred the matter to the Chief Justice, the Express Tribune, Pakistan, reported. During the hearing, the apex court was informed that the decision regarding the census had not been taken by the Council of Common Interests (CCI). “Why hasn’t the Council

ton’s actions. The 2018 militar y agreement, which had been the most tangible outcome from the three summits between Kim and South Korean President Moon Jae-in, requires the countries to take steps to reduce conventional military threats, such as establishing border buffers in land and sea and no-fly zones. But inter-Korean relations have lain in ruin amid the stalemate in the nuclear diplomacy between Washington and Pyongyang. The South Korean and US militaries began annual military exercises last week that continue through Thursday. The drills are command post exercises and computerized simulation and don’t involve field training. They said they held the downsized drills after reviewing factors like the status of COVID-19 and diplomatic efforts to resume the nuclear talks with North Korea.

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members who are stuck in India awaiting Beijing to permit their return as there are no Chinese vaccines available in India. The Chinese Embassy notice did not specify how Indians can access the Chinese-made vaccines in India as they are not available in the country. Over 23,000 Indian students, most of them

medical students, besides hundreds of professionals working in China are stuck in India since last year due to coronavirus travel restrictions. Despite repeated representations from the Indian embassy and appeals by the students, China is yet to respond positively. State-run Global Times reported that such notices

SUMMON FOR SETTLEMENT OF ISSUE (ORDER - V, RULE - 1, 5, 20)

IN THE COURT OF SMTI SOMET C CHANG Civil Judge Sr. Division Dimapur : Nagaland M/Suit No : 38/2019 Plaintiff : LIFE INSURANCE CORPORATION OF INDIA (LIC) Defendants : SMTI ARPANA DAS To, SMTI ARPANA DAS, C/o SHRI. ANIL DAS, R/o H/NO : 125, DIPHUPAR "B" KHEL, 4 TH MILE, DIMAPUR, NAGALAND, PERMANENT R/o CHUAKHOLA, P.S FALAKATA, DIST : ALIPURDUAR, PIN : 735211, WEST BENGAL Whereas the Plaintiff has instituted a suit against you for recovery of Rs. 13,12,854/You are hereby summoned to appear before the Court in person or by pleader duly instructed and able to answer all material questions relating to the suit on 09/4/2021, 10:00 a.m. without fail. Take notice that in default of your appearance on the date mentioned the suit will be heard and determined in your absence. Given under my hand and the seal of the Court 10th day of the March, 2021. Civil Judge Sr. Division Dimapur : Nagaland DC-253

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were put up by Chinese embassies in 20 countries. Asked about the rationale of the regulation to have Chinese vaccines in countries like India where China made vaccines are not available, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian told a media briefing here on Tuesday that many countries have floated the idea of linking vaccination status with opening up international travels. “Our proposal to facilitate the travel of those who have been inoculated with Chinese vaccines is made after thoroughly considering the safety and efficacy of Chinese vaccines,” he said. “We believe this is a meaningful exploration of facilitating international

travel once mass vaccination has been achieved. It is not linked to the recognition of Chinese vaccines,” he said. When pointed out that would it not be better if China recognised the vaccines endorsed by WHO, which is yet to approve the Chinese vaccines, Zhao said, “China’s proposal is a meaningful step. We are trying to facilitate international travel”. “This is an arrangement made by the Chinese side unilaterally. It is a different thing from vaccine recognition,” he said. The WHO has already approved Pfizer, Moderna and AstraZeneca vaccines. AstraZeneca vaccine is being produced by Serum Institute in Pune in the name of Covishield.

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IN THE COURT OF SMTI SOMET C CHANG Civil Judge Sr. Division Dimapur : Nagaland Money Suit No : 36/2019 Plaintiff : LIFE INSURANCE CORPORATION OF INDIA (LIC) Defendants : SMTI JHARNA PAUL To, SMTI JHARNA PAUL, D/o SHRI BIMAL PAUL, R/o DIPHUPAR, H/NO. 125, 'B' KHEL, 4TH MILE, DIMAPUR, NAGALAND. PERMANENT R/o CHUAKHOLA, P.S. FALAKATA, DIST : ALIPURDUAR, PIN : 735211, WEST BENGAL Whereas the Plaintiff has instituted a suit against you for recovery of Rs. 8,17,600/You are hereby summoned to appear before the Court in person or by pleader duly instructed and able to answer all material questions relating to the suit on 09/4/2021, 10:00 a.m. without fail. Take notice that in default of your appearance on the date mentioned the suit will be heard and determined in your absence. Given under my hand and the seal of the Court 10th day of the March, 2021. DC-253

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Dimapur : Nagaland M/Suit No : 35/2019 Plaintiff : LIFE INSURANCE CORPORATION OF INDIA Defendants : SHRI NETA DAS @ NITA DAS To, SHRI NETA DAS @ NITA DAS C/o PARANA BHANDAR, R/o DIPHUPAR 'A', 4th MILE DIMAPUR:NAGALAND, PERMANENT RESIDENT OF ........... Whereas the Plaintiff has instituted a suit against you for recovery of Rs. 42,30,550/You are hereby summoned to appear before the Court in person or by pleader duly instructed and able to answer all material questions relating to the suit on 09/4/2021, 10:00 a.m. without fail. Take notice that in default of your appearance on the date mentioned the suit will be heard and determined in your absence. Given under my hand and the seal of the Court 10th day of the March, 2021. Civil Judge Sr. Division Dimapur : Nagaland DC-253

Dimapur : Nagaland M/Suit No : 37/2019 Plaintiff : LIFE INSURANCE CORPORATION OF INDIA (LIC) Defendants : SMTI ALPANA DAS To, SMTI ALPANA DAS D/o SHRI. PARESH DAS, R/o DIPHUPAR, 4TH MILE, DIMAPUR. PERMANENT R/o VILLAGE AND P.O. FALAKATA, P.S FALAKATA, DIST : JALPAIGURI, PIN : 735211, NORTH BENGAL Whereas the Plaintiff has instituted a suit against you for recovery of Rs. 20,00,000/You are hereby summoned to appear before the Court in person or by pleader duly instructed and able to answer all material questions relating to the suit on 09/4/2021, 10:00 a.m. without fail. Take notice that in default of your appearance on the date mentioned the suit will be heard and determined in your absence. Given under my hand and the seal of the Court 10th day of the March, 2021. Civil Judge Sr. Division Dimapur : Nagaland DC-253

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Sir Anthony Hopkins is oldest Best Actor nominee at Oscars S

ir Anthony Hopkins has become the oldest person to receive an Academy Award nomination in the Best Actor category. The 83-year-old actor has been recognised by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for his part in ‘The Father’ and will go head to head with Riz Ahmed (‘Sound of Metal’), the late Chadwick Boseman (‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’) Gary Oldman (‘Mank’) and Steven Yeun (‘Minari’) in the coveted category whilst Viola Davis (‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’), Andra Day (‘The United States vs. Billie Holiday’) and Vanessa Kirby (‘Pieces of a Woman’), Frances McDormand (‘Nomadland’) and Carey Mulligan (‘Promising Young Woman’) will take on each other in the Best Actress category. Elsewhere, ‘Mank’ leads the Oscar nominations with 10 nods. The movie - which centres around Herman J. Mankiewicz and how he penned the screenplay for ‘Citizen Kane’ - has received a huge 10 nominations ahead of the upcoming ceremony on April 26. It includes coveted nods in the Best Picture category as well as Best Director for David Fincher,

Best Actor for Gary Oldman and Best Supporting Actress for Amanda Seyfried. The movie - which had a short cinema release before being made available on streaming service Netflix - also made a strong appearance in the design categories including Production Design, Makeup and Hairstylisting and Costume Design as well as technical categories such as Cinematography, Sound and Score. ‘The Father’ received six nominations across the board including an acting nod for Olivia Colman for Best Supporting Actress. It has also been nominated for Best Picture, where it is up against ‘Mank’ as well as ‘Judas and the Black Messiah’, ‘Minari, ‘Nomadland’, ‘Sound of Metal’ and ‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’, who all received six nominations across the board as well as ‘Promising Young Woman’, which re-

ceived five nods across all categories. ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ also garnered five nominations, including a Best Actress nod for Viola Davis and

Orlando’s ‘Retaliation’ to release on Mar 26

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ctor Orlando Bloomstarrer “Retaliation” will release in India on March 26, the producers announced on Tuesday. The movie, directed by Ludwig Shammasian and Paul Shammasian, will debut on pay-per-view platform ZeePlex. Zee Studios International and Vistaar Entertainment said the film will also release in the UK, Africa, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Caribbean on March 26 on ZeePlex. The revenge drama will have a theatrical release in the Middle East on March 25. Wr i t t e n b y G e o f f Thompson, the film features

Bloom as Malky, a demolition worker. Fuelled by anger, a demolition worker seeks revenge against the man he holds responsible for a traumatic childhood incident, the official synopsis read. Vibha Chopra, HeadGlobal Syndication and International Film Distribu-

tion at Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited, said they are excited to bring “Retaliation” to a wide audience in India, UK, Middle East, Africa, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Caribbean. “’Retaliation’ offers to be a critically acclaimed thriller and an important movie for film lovers. I was blown away by Orlando Bloom’s performance, and we’re proud to be able to bring it to people’s homes and also in cinemas,” Chopra said in a statement. The film also stars actors Janet Montgomery and Anne Reid. It was released in North America on July 24 last year. (PTI)

Best Actor for the late Chadwick Boseman, who died last year after a secret battle with cancer. This year also marks the first time two women have been nominated for Best Director in the same year with Emerald Fennell (‘Promising Young Woman’) and Chloé Zhao (‘Nomadland’) featuring alongside Lee Isaac Chung (‘Minari’), David Fincher (‘Mank’) and Thomas Vinterberg (‘Another Round’). Riz Ahmed (‘Sound of Metal’) will be up against Chadwick Boseman (‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’), Anthony Hopkins (‘The Father’), Gary Oldman (‘Mank’) and Steven Yeun (‘Minari’) for Best Actor. Viola Davis (‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’), Andra Day (‘The United States vs. Billie Holiday’) and Vanessa Kirby (‘Pieces of a Woman’) feature alongside Frances McDormand (‘Nomadland’) and Carey Mulligan (‘Promising Young Woman’) in the Best Actress category. The Academy Awards will take place on April 26 from different locations owing to the COVID19 pandemic. (Contactmusic)

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Jacob Zhimomi along with Temjen Imna Along, Kazheto Kinimi and village council members at Yajang C village under Mokokchung district.

ticipation. He also disclosed that the government plans to start road connectivity development in rest of the subdivision as road connectivity in the district headquarters

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he organisation behind the Golden Globes, Hollywood Foreign Press Association, has committed to adding at least 13 Black members to the group ahead of next year’s ceremony. “As a demonstration of our commitment, the board has unanimously approved a plan to increase membership to a minimum of 100 members this year, with a requirement that at least 13 percent of the membership be Black journalists,” the organisation said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter. The statement was issued by the HFPA on Monday night (Tuesday according to India time) after more than 100 PR firms representing nearly all of Hollywood’s talent released an open letter demanding “transformational change” within the HFPA. The organisation currently has 87 members and they plan on increasing

the membership to a minimum of 100 by next year, with at least 13 per cent of those members being Black journalists. Earlier this month, the organisation had promised to bring in “transformational changes” in a statement issued by them on Instagram. “We are improving our efforts to create transparency into our operations, voting, processes, eligibility and membership. These are the initial steps we will take over the next 60 days and we will carry out further actions based on recommendations that come from these initial reviews and assessments,”

egendary American guitarist Eddie Van Halens son Wolfgang Van Halen is not impressed by the Recording Academys tribute to the iconic guitarist in the ‘In Memoriam segment at the recent Grammy Awards. “The Grammys asked me to play ‘Eruption’ for the ‘In Memoriam’ section and I declined. I don’t think anyone could have lived up to what my father did for music but himself. It was my understanding that there would be an ‘In Memoriam’ section where bits of songs were performed for legendary artists that had passed,” he shared on Instagram. “I didn’t realize that they would only show Pop for 15 seconds in the middle of 4 full performances for others we had lost,” he added. Wolfgang, who played the bass briefly for the band Van Halen, wrote he expected a more “meaningful” tribute from the Grammys towards his father, who died last year

Augmentation of water supply to 5 villages in Japukong range

ner in the district. In this regard, he urged the people to actively help the department through their participation as no work would be successful without their active par-

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the statement read. The statement was slammed by the Time’s Up Movement, who asked the organisation to act instead of releasing statements. “On behalf of the many artists who look to us to hold the HFPA’s feet to the fire on the racism, disrespect, misogyny and alleged corrupt financial dealings of the Golden Globes, we need to see specific details, timetables for change, and firm commitments. The right words are not enough. The clock is ticking,” Times Up campaign’s official handle posted on Twitter. (IANS)

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DIMAPUR: Minister for PHED Jacob Zhimomi announced that the government through the dynamic vision and leadership of prime minister, Narendra Modi was committed to provide access to safe and adequate water supply through individual household tap connection (FHTC) or easily accessible public fountain in all villages of the state in a phase manner. The minister said this during commissioning programme of the project “augmentation of water supply to five villages in Japukong Range” at Yajang C village under Mokokchung district. Zhimomi also added that the department was currently implementing the JJM scheme in phase man-

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was almost complete. Minister Temjem Imna Along also expressed appreciation to the former Minister Dr Benjongliba Aier for his initiation to provide access to safe and

adequate water supply to the people and lauded the incumbent minister for his dedication to complete the project in time frame. It may be mentioned that the project funded by North Eastern Council (NEC) was started in the year 2014 and completed in 2020. The project cost amounting Rs. 484.74 lakhs was implemented to provide water supply to the five villages: Yajang A, Yajang C, Liremen, Akumen and Tzuremen village from streams sources located near the village vicinity. The project was commission in the presence of minister Temjen Imna Along, advisor Kazheto Kinimi, chief engineer PHED and five village Councils.

due to throat cancer. “What hurt the most was that he wasn’t even mentioned when they talked about artists we lost in the beginning of the show. I know rock isn’t the most popular genre right now, (and the Academy does seem a bit out of touch) but I think it’s impossible to ignore the legacy my father left on the instrument, the world of rock, and music in general. There will never be another innovator like him,” he added. He also made it clear that he just wanted to explain his side, and didn’t want to get into controversies. “”I know Pop would probably just laugh it off and say ‘Ehh who gives a s**t? He was only about the music anyway. The rest didn’t matter. I’d love to get the opportunity to speak with The Recording Academy not only about the legacy of my father, but the legacy of the Rock genre moving forward. Thank you,” he signed off. (IANS)

HAPPY GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY (17.03.1971 – 17.03.2021)

Congratulations to Mr. N. Ghokiye Chophi & Mrs. G. Kheshili Chophi on celebration of 50th Years unforgettable moments together. Your love for each other is an inspiration and a great example of commitment for everyone around you. May God's abundance grace be filled as you both grow old together for years ahead. Ever Loving, Children, Children-in-law, Grand Children & Great Grand Children (Proverbs 16:31)

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Advisor for food & civil supplies, LM&CP, taxes department, Pukhayi Sumi inaugurated the newly constructed rostrum at Aghunato public ground and Aghunato town council office, Aghunato on March 16 in the presence of ADC Aghunato, officers, officials from various fronts, GBs and others. K Y M C

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State deputy chief minister and BLP leader, Y. Patton, accompanied by advisor national highways, Dr. Longrineken met Assam BJP candidate from 95 Golaghat A/C, Ajanta Neog, for the upcoming general elections in Assam and extended his best wishes.

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Barca move within 4 pts of Atletico

Lionel Messi scores against Huesca during the La Liga match on Monday.

M A D R I D, M A R 1 6 (IANS): FC Barcelona moved to within just four points of table toppers Atletico Madrid after a 4-1 win at home to Huesca. Lionel Messi opened the scoring in the 13th minute of the game after claiming the ball outside of the penalty area before firing a

shot into the top corner of the net on Monday night, Xinhua reported. He fired just over moments later as Barca controlled the game although Mark Andre Ter Stegen at the other end had to save well from Pablo Maffeo. Jordi Alba, who returned to the Spain squad

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on Monday, fired against the Huesca bar in the 28th minute, before Antoine Griezmann netted the second goal of an entertaining goal with a left-foot thunderbolt 10 minutes before halftime. Huesca pulled a goal back from the penalty spot in first-half injury time af-

ter Marc Andre Ter Stegen was ruled to have brought down Rafa Mir after the striker had failed to make contact with a cross and the ball had gone beyond him. The striker picked himself up and drilled his spot-kick into the corner of the net. Oscar Mingueza re-established Barca’s two-goal cushion in the 53rd minute with a flicked header after Messi’s cross into the area following a short corner. It was the perfect way to score his first goal for Barca on the same day he had been called into the Spain under-21 squad. Rafa Mir then contrived to put the ball over an open goal from a yard out when it looked easier to score before Ronald Araujo returned for Barca after an ankle injury. Messi scored his second of the game in injury time with another shot from distance, which may have taken a deflection on its route to the back of the net.

Tokyo organiser to hold meeting with IOC on March 22

T O K YO, M A R 1 6 (AGENCIES): The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Organising Committee is likely to meet with representatives of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Japan’s government and Tokyo city to discuss on the event, including whether to bar foreign spectators, Kyodo news said. Sources earlier told Reuters that the games will be held without spectators from overseas because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting would come just before the planned start of the Olympic Torch relay on March 25, 2021. Japan’s government and the organising committee have said they are committed to holding the games, which were delayed last year as the coronavirus spread around the world.

Sania, Ankita to lead India in Billie Jean King Cup World Group playoff

Sania Mirza and Ankita Raina

NEW DELHI, MAR 16 (IANS) Veteran tennis star Sania Mirza and the country’s top-ranked women’s singles and doubles player Ankita Raina will lead India in the Billie Jean King Cup World Group playoff tie against Latvia.

LeBron James helps LA Lakers beat Golden State Warriors LOS ANGELES, MAR 16 (AGENCIES): LeBron James recorded the 98th triple-double of his career as the Los Angeles Lakers eased to a 128-97 win over the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco. Montrezl Harrell scored 15 of his team-high 27 points as the Lakers pulled away in the second quarter to win the season series with the Warriors 2-1. The team that won the last six series between the division rivals went on to reach the NBA Finals, winning four. James had 22 points and is fifth on the NBA’s all-

time list for triple-doubles. Stephen Curry scored 27 points to lead the Warriors, who were coming off an impressive home win over the Utah Jazz a day earlier but suffered their fifth loss in six games. The Lakers (26-13) are narrowly behind the Phoenix Suns near the top of the Pacific division while the Warriors are 20-20 and the Jazz have the NBA’s best record of 28-10. The in-form Suns improved to 26-12 with Devin Booker scoring 27 points as LeBron James with the ball jumps to the ring to scores Phoenix rolled to a 122-99 against Golden State Warriors. victory over the visiting Kyrie Irving scored 34 points and James Harden Memphis Grizzlies. posted his sixth triple-double in 14 games as the Brooklyn

Milan striker Ibrahimovic recalled by Sweden

Rafael Nadal

M A D R I D, M A R 1 6 (AGENCIES): Rafael Nadal will skip the Miami Open that begins later this month in a bid to recover from a back injury in time for the clay court swing, the Spaniard said on Tuesday. Nadal had not played since his quarter-final exit at the Australian Open last month and also skipped the ATP 500 event in Dubai. The 34-year-old has since dropped down one place in the rankings to third after Russian Daniil Medvedev leapfrogged him. “Sad to announce that

I won’t be playing in Miami, a city that I love. I need to fully recover and get ready for the clay court season in Europe,” Nadal wrote on Twitter here. The Miami Open is a hard court tournament which Nadal has never won despite reaching the final five times between 2005 and 2017. The Spaniard could possibly be targeting the Monte Carlo Masters in April and the Madrid Open in May as he looks to get into top shape for the French Open where he has won a record 13 times.

STOCKHOLM, MAR 16 (AGENCIES):Sweden’s record goalscorer Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been recalled to the national team five years after announcing his retirement. The 39-year-old scored 62 goals in 116 internationals before quitting after the team’s Euro 2016 groupstage exit. He opened the door to a return in a newspaper interview in November 2020 and Sweden coach Janne Andersson then flew to Milan to meet with the striker. Ibrahimovic has 14 goals in 14 Serie A appearances for AC Milan

this season. Sweden face Georgia on Thursday, 25 March before playing Kosovo three days later in their opening two 2022 World Cup qualifiers. Ibrahimovic has responded to Sweden’s announcement of their squad by tweeting: “The return of the God.” “He can be a little bit funny at times,” Andersson said when told about the striker’s tweet during an online news conference. “First and foremost he is a very good footballer, the best we have had in Sweden. It’s obviously very good that he wants to come back.

“Apart from what he can contribute on the field, he has incredible experience and can contribute that to the other players in the team.” The 6ft 5in striker made his international debut as a 19-year-old against the Faroe Islands and scored in his first competitive match - a qualifier for the 2002 World Cup against Azerbaijan. He was appointed captain for Euro 2012 qualifying and scored one of the best goals of the finals with a volley in a 2-0 win over France, although Sweden were eliminated at the group stage.

I-League: Gritty Indian Arrows beat Aizawl 2-1

Match in progress between Indian Arrows and Aizawl FC during the I-league match.

KOLKATA, MAR 16 (IANS): Indian Arrows on Tuesday recorded their second win of the 2020-21 ILeague as they beat Aizawl FC 2-1 at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan. Parthib Gogoi’s early strike for Indian Arrows was cancelled out by a wonder goal from Malsawmtluanga. Lalchhanhima Sailo then scored to put the Arrows ahead in the 36th minute with a goal that ultimately proved to be

the winner. Arrows goalkeeper Syed Zahid Hussain Bukhari, in inspired form, made some crucial saves in the second half to help the young guns in maintaining their lead. Aizawl wasted little time in formalities and played their usual possession-based style of football. Coming on the back of a 1-0 win over NEROCA, Yan Law’s team played with confidence and created goal-scoring chances

The tie is set to be held on April 16 and 17 in Jurmala, Latvia. Former Davis Cup player Vishal Uppal will remain captain of the team. India were promoted to the World Group playoffs last year after finishing

second in the Asia/Oceania Group I event, beating Uzbekistan, Korea Republic, Chinese Taipei and Indonesia. China topped the regional group event and will be facing Netherlands in an away tie. The World Group playoffs will feature 16 nations -- eight losing teams from the qualifiers and eight promoted teams from regional Group I events -- with four teams from Europe/Africa Group I, two teams from Americas Group I, two teams from Asia/Oceania Group I. The winners of the playoffs will progress to the qualifiers and losers will compete in respective regional Group I event in 2022. India squad: Sania Mirza, Ankita Raina, Rutuja Bhosale, Zeel Desai, Karman Kaur Thandi, Riya Bhatia (Reserve)

in the opening minutes of the match. In the ninth minute, a well-worked move that saw Brandon release a threatening ball into the Arrows’ box was cleared with acumen. Although Aizawl FC kept hold of the ball for much of the half, they fell behind in the 11th minute courtesy of a beautiful ParthibGogoi goal. A deflected shot found Gogoi inside the box and the nimblefooted forward curled the

ball into the back of the net with an outside-of-the-boot shot, as the Indian Arrows led 1-0. Unfazed despite conceding the goal, Aizawl FC kept dominating possession and kept inching towards the Arrows’ net. Their efforts reaped dividends in the 22nd minute when Malsawmtluanga produced a sensational finish from outside of the box to bring the team back on level terms. The midfielder had ample space in front of him and with the Arrows defence’s hasty tackles, saw an opportunity to find the net from a distance. He rocketed a shot from distance to leave

Zahid Husain with no reply, as the ball crashed into the bottom right corner. After the scoreline read 2-1 in the Indian Arrows’ favour at half-time, Aizawl FC upped the ante. Although Law’s team are mathematically safe from relegation, the Mizoram-based club, playing for pride, left no stone unturned to find the equaliser. But for all their possession, chances were at a premium as their forwards were seldom supplied with accurate through balls from the midfield. Arrows held on and the scoreline read 2-1 in their favour at full time.

NEROCA lose to Sudeva, relegated

Relegation was confirmed for North Eastern ReOrganising Cultural Association (NEROCA) FC on Tuesday as the Gift Raikhan-coached team slumped to yet another defeat, this time losing to Sudeva Delhi FC 0-1 in the I-League on Tuesday. Gursimrat Singh Gill’s header in added time of the first half proved to be the difference between the two sides in a match where NEROCA had largely themselves to blame for the defeat at the Kalyani Municipal Stadium. Coming on the back of a 0-1 loss to Aizawl FC in their last match, NEROCA needed to gather all three points in order to stand a chance of taking the relegation battle to the final match day. The Gift Raikhan-coached side played with desperation from the opening minutes of the match, in their quest to take the early lead.

Nets held on for a 117-112 win over the New York Knicks. Irving scored nine points in the fourth quarter as the Nets (27-13) finally put away their local rivals, who trailed by 18 just before the half. The Knicks got the lead down to 115-112 with 10.6 seconds remaining on a dunk by Julius Randle, who finished with 33 points. Randle then won the ball back but was called for traveling on a pump fake with 3.2 seconds left and Harden finished off the Nets’ 13th win in 14 games. Randle questioned the

official who made the call and, after the game, had to be restrained before throwing a chair as he headed to the locker room. Elsewhere on Monday, Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded his third consecutive triple-double as the Milwaukee Bucks held off a second-half surge to win 133-122 at the Washington Wizards. The NBA’s two-time reigning Most Valuable Player, who was also MVP in the All-Star Game on 7 March, finished with 31 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists as the Bucks improved to 25-14.

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KIPHIRE :: NAGALAND

Dated Kiphire 16th March 2021

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The District Task Force for COVID-19, Kiphire would like to thank all individuals/Civil Societies/ Departments/ Schools/ Organisations for their contributions both in cash and kind/services List of CSO/NGO/Individuals Contribution 1 Hon’ble Minister Shri. V. Kashiho Sangtam 1,00,000 1,00,000 2 Shri. Heto Sema, 1st Class Contractor 3 Directorate of Geology & Mining, Dimapur 1,00,000 4 Eastern Sumi Hoho 1,00,000 5 Kiphire Town Baptist Lithro 1,00,000 6 Nagaland Civil Service Association 50,000 7 Shri. Thrijungliba Sangtam, National Executive Member, ST Morcha, BJP 50,000 8 DC Staff, Kiphire 50,000 9 Dr. Tiakala Walling, SMO Kiphire 50,000 10 Village Council Yangzitong A&B 50,000 11 Phelungre Village Council 50,000 12 Shri. Chopiba Z Thungru, PS to Minister 50,000 13 ENPO 50,000 14 All Ward Union, Kiphire 50,000 15 Singrep Union Kiphire Town 40,000 16 Staff PWD, Kiphire 40,000 17 Shri. Sethsathong, Project Director 30,000 18 Kiphire Tuensang District Students' Union 30,000 19 Divisional Management Unit Staff (Divisional Forest Office) 28,400 20 Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation 25,000 21 Ao Senso Telongjem Kiphire 25,000 22 Kiphire Village Atapru Union 25,000 23 Kiphire Village Town Union 25,000 24 Yimchungru Akheru Arihako 25,000 25 Kiphire Town Ao Baptist Arogo 20,000 26 Trained Nurses Association of India, Kiphire Unit 20,000 27 Tikhir Baptist Biti Atukhianti, Mission Centre: Anatongre 20,000 28 Kiphire Lotha Ekhung 18,000 29 Shalom Children’s Home, Kiphire 10,000 30 Greenland Society Kiphire 10,000 31 Tikhir Students’ Union 10,000 32 Women Welfare Society, Kiphire 10,000 33 Atsa Gas Agency, Kiphire 10,000 34 Singrep Women Society 10,000 35 Shri. Lipoknungsang ARCS, Kiphire 10,000 36 Kiphire Area Students' Union 10,000 37 Kiphire Alungshong Atparu Mulong 10,000 38 E. Wanmai Konyak, Dy Commandant VG, Kiphire 10,000 39 District Soil & Water Conservation Office, Kiphire 5,000 40 Kiphire Town GB Union 5,000 41 Eastern Sumi Kukami HOHO 5,000 Total 14,36,400/(Fourteen lakhs, thirty six thousand and four hundred only) The DTF also acknowledges the great contribution rendered by UBSLA, Baptist Pastor’s Union, Kiphire Town, The Red Cross Society, Kiphire Unit and all such organisations and person who have rendered their support through their tireless service during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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(T. WATI AIER), NCS Deputy Commissioner & Chairperson DTF Kiphire, Nagaland

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becomes first woman Eng thrash India by 8 wkts, take 2-1 lead Blackmore jockey to win Champion Hurdle

AHMEDABAD, MAR 16 (IANS): England bowlers’ early strikes and tight bowling in the initial phase of the Indian innings followed by opener Jos Buttler’s unbeaten 83 led their team to a crushing eight-wicket win in the third T20 International at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Tuesday. With the victory, England took a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. The first six overs turned out to be the difference in the match. India could make just 24 for three in the powerplay stage whereas England cruised to 57/1 thanks to Buttler’s strokeplay. Chasing a 157-run target, England began well raising 23 for the first wicket before Jason Roy (9 off 13) was dismissed. However, Buttler (83 off 52 balls, 5x4s, 4x6s) kept up the charge as England took 14 off Chahal’s first over -- the innings’ England batsmen Jonny Bairstow and Jos Buttler fourth -- and followed it celebrate their team victory over Indian during the third up with 16 runs in the fifth T20 cricket match in Ahmedabad, Tuesday. (PTI)

over of the innings bowled by Shardul Thakur. B u t t l e r ’s p a r t n e r, Dawid Malan who is also a big-hitter, played second fiddle and kept rotating the strike before he was out stumped off the bowling of Washington Sundar. Jonny Bairstow (40 not out off 28 balls) then added an unbeaten 77 runs for the third wicket to see England home. Earlier, skipper Virat Kohli had hammered an unbeaten 77 (46 balls, 8x4s, 4x6s) to help India reach 156/6 in 20 overs. Kohli played a captain’s knock once again, following the unbeaten and match-winning 73 he made in the second T20I, as wickets around him kept falling. India had been reduced to 24 for three in the sixth over with K.L. Rahul, Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan back in the pavilion. Jofra Archer (0/32), Mark Wood (3/31), Adil Rashid (0/26) and Chris Jordan (2/35) bowled in the power-play and made

things difficult for India. The India captain added 40 runs with Rishabh Pant for the fourth wicket in just under six overs to bring India’s innings back on track. Pant was run out and Shreyas Iyer followed soon after. But Kohli added 70 runs for the sixth wicket with Hardik Pandya (17 off 15 balls), who surprisingly played second fiddle. India would have been in a poor position had they not managed quick runs in the slog overs. They made 69 in the last five overs with majority of those runs coming off Kohli’s bat. Kohli though had a blip in the field when he dropped Buttler in the 15th over but by that time Buttler had already made 76. Yuzvendra Chahal too spilled a catch. Brief scores: India 156/6 in 20 overs (V Kohli 77 not out, R Pant 25, M Wood 3/31) lost to England 158/2 in 18.2 overs (J Buttler 83 not out, J Bairstow 40 not out)

Rachael Blackmore riding Honeysuckle celebrates victory in the 3.05 Unibet Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy at Cheltenham Festival on March 16. (Reuters)

CHELTENHAM, England, MAR 16 (AGENCIES): Rachael Blackmore became the first woman jockey to win the Champion Hurdle when she guided Honeysuckle to victory in the opening feature race of the Cheltenham Festival on Tuesday. The 31-year-old Irish rider was untroubled as the 11-10 favourite streaked

clear to win by six lengths. It was unbeaten Honeysuckle’s 11th successive victory. “Absolutely incredible,” Blackmore said. “I’m speechless to be honest. I can’t believe we just won the Champion Hurdle. “It’s unbelievable for everyone in the yard. She’s so straightforward to ride.

It’s very easy to do things when you know you’ve a big engine underneath you.” The usual Cheltenham roar from the grandstands was missing as Blackmore crossed the line, however, as this year’s four-day jump racing festival is taking place behind closed doors because of the coronavirus pandemic.

LSU 20th Martyrs Football Running Trophy from Apr 14

Punam moves into top 20 in ODI Usman-Masvidal 2 to headline first full-capacity event rankings; Lee moves to number 1

DIMAPUR, (NPN): The 20th edition of the Lotha Students’ Union (LSU) Martyrs Football Running Trophy 2021 will commence from the April 14 onwards at local ground Wokha Town. LSU has invited all the interested teams willing to participate to collect the forms from Hornbill Hotel, Hotel ONYZ &LSU office building. For further queries, one may contact secretary Games & Sports, Lipenthung Tsopoe at 98621 12889.

NEW DELHI, MAR 16 (IANS): India’s Punam Raut moved into the top 20 of the International cricket Council (ICC) women’s ODI rankings for batters on Tuesday after her stellar performances in the fivematch series between India and South Africa. Punam, 31, recorded scores of 62 not out, 77 and 104 not out in the second, third and fourth ODIs. She has held a career high ranking of 13th and is fourth in the list among Indian batters after Smriti Mand-

hana (seventh) Mithali Raj (ninth) and Harmanpreet Kaur (15th). Harmanpreet is up two places among batters and has gained three places to reach 49th position in the bowling list. Meanwhile, South Africa’s Lizelle Lee replaced England’s Tammy Beaumont at the top of the rankings for batters. This is the second time that Lee has topped the ODI batting charts, having earlier taken the number one position in

ATP’s revised ranking system makes no sense: Alexander Zverev

BERLIN, MAR 16 (AGENCIES): U. S . Open runnerup Alexander Zverev says it is “absurd” he remains b e hind Roger Fe d e r e r under the ATP Tour’s revised rankings system during the COVID-19 pandemic, given that the Swiss was out injured for more than a year. T h e A T P, which r uns the men’s tour, froze the rankings last year during the five-month shutdown of profes-

sional tournaments with countries imposing lockdown and sealing borders to check the spread of the novel coronavirus. When the tour restarted in August a revised system was put in place for calculating the rankings, which determine a players’ ability to

enter events and receive seedings. “The ranking doesn’t really matter, especially with the system that we have now,” Zverev, who is ranked seventh, told reporters ahead of

this week’s ATP 500 tournament in Acapulco, Mexico. “I should be top-four, topfive in the world right now in the normal ranking system. But the ranking system that we have now is a little bit absurd.” Federer, who only returned to the tour in Doha l a s t we e k , has been a big beneficiary of t h e n ew system with the 20times Grand Slam winner ranked sixth despite a lengthy break due to double knee surgeries last year. “I am the biggest fan of Roger Federer but he hasn’t played in a year and he is ahead of me in the rankings,” the 23-year-old Zverev said. “I played a Grand Slam final, a Masters 1000 final, won two tournaments.

June 2018 when she had slammed 117 against England at Hove. Her reign that time only lasted for three days as she was overtaken by Australia’s Ellyse Perry. Lee remains the only South African to top the women’s ODI batting rankings. Lee had scores of four, 132 not out and 69 in the three matches during the past week after having already moved from 11th to eighth the previous week with an unbeaten 83 in the series opener.

Nagaland to participate at 9th Blind and Deaf Judo C’ships 2021

Members of Nagaland Blind and Para Judo Association.

DIMAPUR, (NPN): Nagaland Blind and Para Judo Association will be participatingat the “9th Blind and Deaf Judo Championships 2021”, at Lucknow, UP from March 18 to 22. The team will depart from Dimapur on March 16. A press release from president, Nagaland Blind and Para Judo Association, Dimapur, Abhishek Sen Choudhury stated that the blind team members representing Nagaland are:

15th Peren Town inter-ward football tournament

Ndining, Bana, Nsetning, Kipeuzang in finals

Match in action between Nsetning (dark blue) and Peukwaram (white) during the women’s semi-final match at Peren Town on Tuesday.

DIMAPUR: Ndining colony and Bana Rising Stars have secured their places in the final match at the ongoing 15th Peren Town inter-ward football tourK

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nament for both men and women at Peren Town Local ground on Tuesday. In women’s football, Nsetning and Peren Kipeuzang have also booked their berth for

the final match. Playing the first semifinal match, Ndining crushed Mdipuiram 5-1 to enter final. In the second match, Bana Rising Star

F LO R I DA , M A R 1 6 (AGENCIES): The UFC is set to host its first full-capacity event in 13 months, its president Dana White says, reports BBC. UFC 261 has been scheduled for 24 April in Jacksonville, Florida. The UFC would become the first American sports organisation to host a full crowd since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. The event will feature three title fights, headlined by a rematch between welterweight champion Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvidal. Women’s flyweight

thrashed Duiring 6-0 securing their berth for the final match. In the women’s first semi-final match, Nsetning defeated Peukwakram 4-3 in a thriller. While in the second match, Peren Kipeuzang cruise past Duiring 4-0. The match patron for men’s semi-final match was MS District Hospital Peren, Hoito while the match patron for women’s semi-final was president Peren Town Women Welfare Organisation, Pelingrangle. The final matches for both men and women will kick off on Wednesday after a brief ceremony scheduled at 11 a.m. In Men’s final, Ndining will take on Bana Rising Star while for women’s final, Nsetning will face Peren Kipeuzang.

Junior (50kgs): Odimongba s/o Mapuonen; Junior (55kgs): Piulinbou Pamais/o Lt. Khangrebou; Junior (60kgs): Lesing Sangtems/o Longtienem Sangtem; Senior (60kgs): Pangpong s/o Asang Phom; and Senior (66kgs): Takosangba s/o Martoshi. The guides are Rongsenyanger s/o Imlionen and Chubakaba s/o Maputoba. The team coach will be Somnath Chakraborty, coach (contract), Nagaland University.

India win Team Lance gold at tent pegging qualifiers G R E AT E R N O I DA , MAR 16 (IANS): India on Tuesday won gold in Team Lance competition with 126.5 points on the first day of the International Tent Pegging Federation World Cup qualifiers for equestrian tent pegging here. The Indian team comprised Dinesh G. Karlekar, B.R. Jena, Mohit Kumar, and Sandeep Kumar. Pakistan clinched silver with 124 points and Nepal the bronze medal with 121 points Besides India, Pakistan, and Nepal, riders from Belarus, and USA are competing in the three-day competition. Out of these, only one team will qualify for the World Cup, which will be held in South Africa in 2023.

Kamaru Usman(R) beat Jorge Masvidal (L) to defend his welterweight title at Fight Island last July.

c h a m p i o n Va l e n t i n a Shevchenko takes on Jessica Andrade, while strawweight champion Zhang Weili faces Rose Namajunas. The event will be staged

at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, which holds 15,000 people. Lenny Curry, mayor of Jacksonville, tweeted: “Dana White, governor

Ron DeSantis and I will continue to demonstrate that Florida is poised to safely host signature sporting events watched globally. Welcome back to Jacksonville UFC. Let’s go.” The first match-up between Usman and Masvidal was one of the biggest fights of 2020 as the UFC staged events behind closed doors on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, which was dubbed Fight Island. Usman claimed a unanimous decision win over Masvidal last July before making a third defence of his title against Gilbert Burns last month.

Jota’s score rekindles Liverpool’s EPL top 4 hope L O N D O N, M A R 1 6 (AGENCIES): Diogo Jota rekindled Liverpool’s Premier League top-four hopes with the winning goal 1-0 on his return to Molineux in a game that ended with a worrying head injury to Wolves goalkeeper Rui Patricio. Jota, who joined Liverpool from Wolves in September, drilled a low firsttime shot under Patricio to settle a tight contest. It was a fine way for the Portugal forward to mark his first appearance back at his former employers and it sees the Reds climb to sixth, two points behind West Ham in fifth and five off Chelsea in fourth. In a game of few clearcut chances, Mohamed Salah saw a late effort ruled out for offside. However, more distressing for the hosts was the sight of Patricio leaving the pitch on a stretcher after a lengthy delay following a collision with his captain Conor Coady, while trying to prevent the Egyptian from scoring. The evening started brightly for Wolves who

Diogo Jota celebrates as he is congratulated by teammate Sadio Mane after his team’s first goal in EPL. (AP/PTI)

were hoping to win backto-back games at Molineux for the first time this season. And while they generally acquitted themselves well, all thoughts of their performance and the result faded late on with Patricio’s injury.

Sat in the stands, Wolves forward Raul Jimenez provided a painful reminder of the dangers that footballers can face, with the Mexico international still to return from the fractured skull he sustained against Arsenal in November.

Murray granted wild card for Miami Open MIAMI, MAR 16 (AGENCIES): Former champion Andy Murray has been granted a wild card for this month’s Miami Open, tournament organisers said on Monday. The British ex-world number one, who has fallen to 116 in the rankings after long injury lay-offs because of hip surgeries, is a two-time Miami Open champion having won the title in 2009 and 2013. “It is exciting to see Andy back in Miami,” Miami Open Tournament Director and former player James Blake said in a news release. “As someone who has had to battle back from injury during his career, I un-

derstand and respect all the hard work Andy has put in to get back on tour.” Murray, a three-times Grand Slam champion, has had a stop-start year after he was unable to fly to the Australian Open after testing positive for COVID19. The 33-year-old Briton’s last tournament was the Rotterdam Open where he was beaten by Russian Andrey Rublev two weeks ago. He then decided to sit out this week’s Dubai Championships after his wife gave birth to their fourth child. The Miami Open, which will feature 74 of the top 77 ranked men, is scheduled to run from March 22-April 4. K

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