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Tovihoto inaugurates new sub-station Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, MAR 22 (NPN): In a relief to the electricity consumers of Dimapur town, a 33/11 Kv 2x10 MVA distribution sub-station was inaugurated by advisor for power, Tovihoto Ayemi, at Forest colony here Monday. The sub-station was constructed under the integrated power development scheme (IPDS), an initiative of central sponsored scheme, with a sanctioned cost of Rs. 9.16 crore.

Speaking at the inaugural programme as special guest, Ayemi stated that the sub-station was significant for the department and the citizens of Dimapur as it would help lower load shedding. He said that the distribution sub-station at forest colony, which would be the tenth in Dimapur, would provide relief to Metha sub-station, which covered major parts of Dimapur.

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Vax available in 6 pvt hospitals DIMAPUR, MAR 22 (NPN): State health & family welfare department has informed all general public that COVID-19 Vaccination facilities were available in five private hospitals in Dimapur one private hospital in Kohima.

In a press release, state immunization officer Dr. Ritu Thurr informed that any person between the age of 45 to 59 years with specified co-morbidities and above 60 years willing to be vaccinated could avail the services on payment of Rs. 250. Dr.Thur informed that vaccination in private hospitals would be available on specific days: Eden Hospital (Thursday), Zion Hospital (Tuesday), CIHSR Hospital (Friday), Faith Hospital (Friday), Nikos Hospital (Wednesday) in Dimapur and Oking Hospital Kohima (Sunday).

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(3rd from L) Tovihoto with department officials after inaugurating the sub-station in Dimapur on Monday. (NP)

edged the forest department for donating a plot of land for setting up of the distribution sub-station.

Ayemi lamented that the power department was one department that only received criticisms despite being of the department that did not sleep and worked for betterment of the people.

He said that the first and foremost objective of the power department was to deliver supply adequate power to all.

Stating that electrifying all the non-electrified

household in the remotest villages of the state was one of its objectives, advisor claimed that the department was achieving its goals day by day.

On the occasion, the advisor appealed to all civil society leaders of Dimapur to cooperate and support the department, adding that the department would be able to carry forward and resolve various issues with their intervention and support.

With regard to introduction of pre-paid meter, Ayemi said that the depart-

ment would send invitation to GBs and leaders for an event on awareness of the prepaid meter so as to spread the awareness in their jurisdiction.

Power de par tment chief engineer (D&R) Moa Aier, in his address, stated that Dimapur was the main load centre of the state and constitutes around 50% of states electricity demand and consumption. He maintained that the peak demand of Dimapur areas had increased from 18 MW (1993) to 90MW— an increase of 500% over the years.

Informing that Dimapur was divided into west and east by Dimapur rail track, he said forest colony, Duncan area, Notun basti area fell under west and 33/11 KW 2x10MVA Metha Colony sub-station catered to the needs of the area. He maintained that the newly inaugurated Forest sub-station would relieve the load of Metha sub-station brining relief to the consumers. (Cont’d on p-5)

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Passage of GNCTD Bill ‘insult’ to people of Delhi: Kejriwal

Incident sparks tension along Dimapur-Peren border area

NEW DELHI, MAR 22 (PTI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday termed the passage of a Bill in Lok Sabha seeking to make it clear that the “government” in Delhi means the “Lieutenant Governor” an “insult” to the people of the national capital.

Lok Sabha Monday passed the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2021 amidst strong opposition. The Bill also makes it mandatory for the Delhi government to take the opinion of the L-G before any executive action.

Kejriwal said the Bill effectively takes away power from those who were voted by people and gives powers to run Delhi to those who were defeated.

“The passage of the GNCTD (Amendment) Bill in Lok Sabha today is an insult to the people of Delhi…

BJP has cheated the people,” Kejriwal tweeted.

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, MAR 22 (NPN): Tension heightened along Dimapur-Peren border area after three persons were killed by unidentified assailants Monday afternoon. Police and district officials rushed to the area to control the situation.

The bodies of the

Police set up SIT probe; Sec. 144 clamped Director General of Police Nagaland, TJ Longkumer informed Nagaland Post that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been setup to probe into the incident, headed by a senior police officer.

Longkumer said that soon after receiving reports about the incident, he immediately directed IGP (Range) along with additional police forces to rush to the area and take stock of the situation.

Though the situation has been brought under control, the DGP said that he has ordered deployment of one company of Indian Reserve Battalion (IRBn) and one unit of the Special Task Force (STF) in the affected area to ensure that normalcy and peace was restored.

DGP further informed that he directed the Superintendent of Police Peren to register a case in connection with the incident.

A joint operation, comprising of State police and Assam Rifles personnel, was to be carried out in and around the area. It was also learnt that several empty shells of prohibited bore were recovered from the site, which is being investigated.

Sec. 144 CrPC: Officials sources informed that Section 144 CrPC has been clamped in the area to thwart any untoward incident.

being encroached, says dept State for ninth straight day

Correspondent

MON, MAR 22 (NPN): A private school and several other shops were gutted in a major fire in Mon town during the early hours of Monday.

Sources clarified that the school- Holy Cross School – was not run by the Catholic mission but started by an individual from South India along with local people of the area. As per information, the cause of fire was suspected to be due to electric short circuit.

Nothing could be saved from the inferno, sources said, adding that files and documents belonging to the students of Holy Cross school was also completely

DIMAPUR, MAR 22 (NPN): State animal husbandry & veterinary services (AH&VS) department has claimed that there was continued rampant encroachment of department land by private individual, group etc. surrounding veterinary field assistant training institute, piggery farm, poultry farm, cattle farm at Medziphema including the fodder field meant for growing fodder grasses for cattle.

Asserting that all those institutes and the land beRemains of the school and shops gutted by the fire. (NP) longed to the state government, the department said it burnt in the fire. sonnel, assisted by public was finding it very difficult No casualties were and army, brought the fire “to hold these land in its reported till filing of the under control at around possession due to heavy report. Fire brigade per- 2.30 a.m. and forceful encroachment

by the public.” The department stated that the four institutes/farms were prime possession of the government and cautioned that losing them would be poignant to all stakeholders and a great loss to posterity.

It pointed out that VFATI, Medziphema was one of the premier institutes for undergoing certificate course on VFA, but now the environment was disturbed due to encroachment.

The department has, therefore, requested all responsible to refrain from encroachment as the land still belonged to the department legally and anyone doing so would be at its own risk.

DIMAPUR, MAR 22 (NPN): No new COVID-19 cases were reported from across the State for the ninth straight day on Monday, keeping the total caseload at 12225.

The active cases in the State also remained at 2 while a total of 11978 patients have recovered from the infection till date.

India records highest one-day surge since mid-Nov: India added 90,797 cases of coronavirus in two days with 46,951 new infections being recorded in a span of 24 hours, the highest so far this year, taking the nationwide COVID-19 tally to 1,16,46,081, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Monday Registering an increase for the 12th day in a row, the total active caseload has increased to 3,34,646, which now comprises 2.87 per cent of the total infections. The recovery rate has further dropped to 95.75 per cent, the data stated.

The daily rise in infections was the highest recorded in 130 days, while the death toll increased to 1,59,967 with 212 daily new fatalities, the highest in 72 days, the data updated at 8 am showed. As many as 47,905 new infections were recorded in a span of 24 hours on November 12.

Increase Covishield 2nd dose gap to up to 8 weeks, Centre to States ‘Dreams and Chaos’ nominated at KIIFFA

NEW DELHI, MAR 22 (AGENCIES): The gap between two doses of the Covishield vaccine should be increased from 28 days to sixto-eight weeks for better results, the government has written to states and Union Territories.

The instruction has gone out in the middle of round two of nationwide vaccinations, in which people above 60 and those over 45 with other illnesses are being inocu-

lated. The revised interval applies only to Serum Institute of India’s Covishield - the vaccine developed

by Oxford AstraZeneca -- and not to Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin, the centre said in its letter today.

The current gap between two doses is 28 days, or between four and six weeks. “In view of the emerging scientific evidence, the interval between two doses of a specific COVID-19 vaccine, Covishield,

has been revisited by the National Technical Advisory Group on Immunization and subsequently by National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration for COVID-19,” the letter said.

The centre’s letter said it appeared that “protection was enhanced if the second dose of Covishield was administered between six and eight weeks but not later than that. Covishield and Covaxin

have been used in the vaccination drive that rolled out on January 16 with healthcare workers to start with and then frontline workers.

The Health Ministry had earlier said two doses of vaccine needed to be taken 28 days apart to complete the immunisation schedule.

The “protective levels of antibodies” were generally developed two weeks after receiving the second dose, the ministry had said.

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bodies, were recovered near one of the burnt vehicles.

Meanwhile, several civil society organizations have decided to hold a ‘Black Day’ on Tuesday in Jalukie town.

No arrests have been made in this regard. Further details were awaited even as police investigation was on.

School, shops gutted in Mon town Vet dept land at Medziphema No new COVID-19 case in

DIMAPUR, MAR 22 (NPN): District administration has informed that there would be a total restriction of all vehicle movement from Thahekhu Block-VII gate to Selouphe Junction and 1km towards Green Park between 8pm to 6am from March 23-29, 2021 to facilitate speedy completion of construction and widening of road from NH-29 (Sovima Correspondent village gate)-Sovima Cricket ground upto Thahekhu vil- KOHIMA, MAR 22 (NPN): Student bodies from various lage, Dimapur. regions commemorated the 65th anniversary of Naga national flag hoisting at a function organised by Rengma Students’ Union (RSU) at Parashen under Tseminyu subdivision on Monday.

Speaking on the occasion, Eastern Naga Students’ Federation (ENSF) president Sepili L Sangtam appealed for inclusiveness of all Nagas as a single entity and stressed all Naga political groups (NPGs), especially the seven NNPGs and NSCN (I-M), to sit across the table for one inclusive “I’ve taught you all I solution to the protracted know. Now it’s time for Indo-Naga political issue. your father to teach what Extending appreciahe knows.” tion to RSU for hosting

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three deceased were later handed over to the family members after completing all formalities.

Peren Police confirmed that besides the three persons killed at least two vehicles were also burned-- a Tata mobile and a Hyundai Santro.

Police fur ther informed that two of the

the day in future and affirmed that both ENSF and RSU would continue to work towards fostering better relationships.

In his speech, All Naga Students’ Association, Manipur (ANSAM) president Wanglar Thürthung Monsang emphasised on unity among Naga youth.

He said Naga national flag was the only symbol to unite Nagas and urged Naga youth not to forget contributions of leaders and elders who selflessly sacrificed their lives for the cause of Nagas.

Lauding RSU for organising the event, Monsang Leaders of various student bodies and others at the Parashen on Monday. appealed to all student leaders across political boundarthe event to mark the first in 1956, he emphasised the in the already fragmented ies, including in Arunachal, Assam and Myanmar, to hoisting of Naga national importance of the occasion Naga society. flag by Thungti Chang at by stating that the flag was He hoped that RSU celebrate this historic day.

(Cont’d on p-5) Parashen, Rengma region the only bond uniting Nagas would continue to observe

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, MAR 22 (NPN): “Dreams and Chaos”, a web series adapted from the novel “Dreams and Chaos” written by Sentilong Ozukum, has been officially nominated for various titles-“Best Web Series” at Kashi Indian International Film Festival Awards (KIIFFA), to be held at Sharda University in Greater Noida, IMS (University Courses Campus) in Ghaziabad and Hansraj College in Delhi from April 2 to 4.

In an exclusive interaction with Nagaland Post, “Dreams and Chaos” sequel director Bendang Walling, on behalf of his entire team, expressed his delight and honour at the web series being nominated in an Indian international film award. He said when one used God’s given talent, God worked in mysterious ways.

He maintained that winning or losing award did not matter, but just at being nominated was in itself more than enough. He said he wanted the nomination to be a source of motivation for the youth to realise that there were fields in life which one could explore and take up as a profession, and not just as fun, adding that government jobs were not the only way to feed a family.

Dimapur Ao Baptist Arogo (DABA) Youth Ministry youth director Jungshimanen said the ministry decided to go ahead in accepting the nomination so as to hopefully promote and pave the way for better rewards for cast members and production team. He hoped and prayed that the nomination would help the entire production team in their future careers.

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Nagaland observes ‘World Water Day’ Departments urge citizens to conserve water and practice rainwater harvesting

Officials of Department of PHE at the programme. (DIPR)

Department of executive engineer office PHED. (DIPR)

Zhaleo Rio speaking at WWD programme, ICAR Nagaland.

ADC Mokokchung, Shashank Pratap Singh.

conserve water by following some important and easy ways to conserve water.

He advised them to keep the tap closed when not in use; not to ignore water leaks which would lead to drain out huge amount of water; practicing rainwater harvesting; find ways to recharge ground water; protect water resources and find ways to conserve water pre-monsoon and postmonsoon. DC Kohima, Gregory Thejawelie urged PHE department to create awareness on rain water harvesting particularly for a place such as Kohima where water crisis occurred especially during the dry season and requested the department to ensure safe drinking water for citizens.

Emphasizing on safe drinking water, chemist, DWSM, PHED Kohima nagalandpost.com Poll division, Dziesetseinuo Kiso said that safe water Q.: Is the govt according top should ideally be clear with priority to promote meat no smell, free from pathoindustry in Nagaland ? gens, not salty and free from 100% –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– chemicals. She mentioned 90% –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– that according to WHO re80% –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– port, an estimate 1.1 billion

people in the world drink unsafe water, approximately 3.1% of the global annual death (1.7 million) and 3.7% (54.2% million) of the annual burden are caused by the use of unsafe water and lack of basic sanitation and hygiene.

Wokha: Department of executive engineer office PHED Wokha observed WWD. According to DIPR report, while delivering the keynote address, DWSM Wokha, district coordinator Aremo Ovung encouraged the gathering to be torchbearers in creating awareness on the global water crisis and the urgent need for conserving water. He also sensitised the gathering about “Jal Shakti Abhiyancatch the rain campaign; where it falls, when it falls” which aims to encourage the public to construct rain water harvesting structures.

Stressing on the theme, IEC consultant Khonzani Kithan elaborated on the judicious use of water, importance of water and its health benefits.

She also urged the gathering to focus on the current water

DIMAPUR: “World Water Day” (WWD) is observed every year on March 22 to focus attention on the global water crisis. Various departments in Nagaland observed the day under the theme for 2021, “valuing water”.

Kohima: Department of PHE organised WWD at DC’s conference hall, Kohima. According to DIPR report, while delivering the keynote address, executive engineer, PHED, R Kohima division, Supongyanger stated that this year’s theme focused on targeting beyond the concerns of cost to include the environmental and socio-cultural value placed on water resources and about what water meant to people, its value and how one could protect this essential life resource. He urged citizens to practice ways to

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We, the bereaved family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all who mourned and supported us through prayer and all sorts of kind deeds during the prolonged illness and demise of my/our beloved wife/mother/daughter/sister, Mrs. Vepikholü (Akhole) Mero (W/o Kekhronyipe Mero).

We convey our profound gratitude to : 1. Kuzhami Chakhesang Baptist Church, Kohima 2. Chakhesang Baptist Church, MH Kohima 3. Pfutseromi Village and its associations 4. Mero’s Clan, Pfutseromi Village 5. Seed Farm Colony Council and its Youths, Pfutsero 6. Calvery Baptist Church, Pfutsero 7. Thipuzumi Union, Kohima Lt. VEPIKHOLÜ MERO 8. Thipuzumi Committee, Pfutsero 31/01/1971 – 16/03/2021 9. Rose’s Clan and Thipuzu Village 10. P.C.C.F and his staff, Kohima 11. Forest Colony Council, Kohima 12. Chakhesang Union, Upper Agri/Forest, Kohima 13. Bethesda Prayer Fellowship, Upper Agri/Forest, Kohima 14. New Hope Prayer Centre, Pfutsero 15. Bethany Group CBCMH, Kohima 16. Medo Women Handloom & Handy Craft Co-operative Society, Kohima 17. Upper Forest Colony Youth, Kohima 18. Upper Forest Colony Women Fellowship 19. Immanuel College Student Council and Students of B.A 6th Semester, Dimapur We deeply regret our inability to mention every individual. However, in return, it is our humble prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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WEATHER FORECAST March 23

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Agartala Hazy sunshine and very hot

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Aizawl

Very warm with hazy sunshine 33 16

Guwahati Hazy sun and very hot Imphal

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Itanagar Hazy sun

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Kohima

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Dimapur Hot with plenty of sun

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AC K N O W L E D G M E N T Words are inadequate to express our profound gratitude for the overwhelming support and sympathy shown to our family at the sudden demise of my beloved husband Lt. Jeevan Deep Gurung who left for his heavenly abode on 13/3/21.

We deeply appreciate all the physical, material and Lt. Jeevan Deep Gurung financial support extended (09/08/1961 to 13/3/2021) by all individuals, students, staff and parents, Satsang Centre, Panchayats, Sansthas and Samitis from Kohima, Dimapur and Mokokchung.

To pay our last homage to the departed soul please join our bereaved family members for the “Thirteen Day Rites” on 25th March 2021 at his residence at Upper Chandmari, Kohima from 1 p.m. onwards.

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Correspondent KOHIMA, MAR 22 (NPN): In an effort to uplift street vendors, entrepreneurs associate supported by “caring friends” provided bus, dedicated to street vendors to transport vegetables to Dimapur from Pfutsero.

The bus was flagged off by minister planning and coordination, land revenue and parliamentary affairs Neiba Kronu at Pfutsero on Monday after the launching of bus and felicitation of women street vendors programme at TT Stadium, Pfutsero town.

Speaking at the event, the minister assured that Phek district would have one of best roads in two years and therefore farmer’s sustainability through agriculture would become

a reality. With concern over the market for street vendors particularly in urban areas, Kronu earlier contributed money to develop market area in Dimapur, Kohima and on the way to Dimapur through Chakhesang Hohos and added that he had identified a place in Kohima for cold room where farmers from Phek district can keep their perishable vegetables.

Kronu promised to donate one bolero pick-up where farmers in different villages can transport their vegetables to Pfutsero town (EA bus stand).

In this regard he requested EA to work out the rates and manage the vehicle and multiply the vehicle to transport the more vegetables across the state.

In his opening remark,

EA CEO, Neichute Doulo said the revenue generated from the bus would manage the bus operation and once capital of the bus was recovered, another bus would be bought for street vendors of Tuensang and Peren.

Doulo said the fares for transportation would be fixed as per decision of street vendors as EA was not looking for profit but sustainability of the bus.

He informed that the bus would ferry for four days in a week and in return, the street vendor can bring back other products to sell in Pfutsero town.

Earlier, executive secretary CBCC, Rev. Khrotso Mero dedicated the bus before flagging off. EA also felicitated the street vendors.

DDAGBU clarifies on DDGBA issue

DIMAPUR: Dimapur District Ao GB Union (DDAGBU) has clarified that the formation of Dimapur District GBs Association (DDGBA) through election in the presence of president and general secretary of Nagaland GB Federation was against the constitution of NGBF Article 8 as well as Dimapur District GB’s constitution article 14.

In a press release, DDAGBU president, A Taku Longkumer and general secretary, Temsupok Jamir stated that DDAGBU strongly supported the search

committee report which was approved by majority in the general meeting on November 24, 2018 and not by way of election.

Further, DDAGBU extended its support to All Angami Goab Burah Association (ANGBA) and Chakroma GBs Association (CGBA) resolution.

It also stated that DDGBA “should follow the Naga customary norms” and the constitution of NGBF and DDGBA of selection/nominations and not by election.

Lt. Kalivi Swu 16/11/1983 - 14/03/2021

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all who stood by us during the sudden demise of our beloved Late Kalivi Swu on 14/03/2021.

We shall always cherish the kind gestures and sympathy you have showered ϔ Ǥ It is our humble prayer that the Almighty God bless each and every one of you abundantly.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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Sumi Baptist Church Padumpukhuri ICFAI University Dimapur Rangers CHSS Group Staffs & Students GHS Akahuto NCRC Pimla NCRC Zutovi Pimla Ghami Youth Ministry Satakhami Union Dimapur Pimla Students’ Union Zutovi Village Baptist Church Nunumi Union Dimapur Aqhahuto Area Sports’ Association All Sumi Students’ Union (SKK) Staffs GMS Hakhizhe Pimla S/C Staff Y.R.M. Hostel Dimapur

We, the bereaved family of Late I. Odimeren would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to each and every individual, friends, neighbors, village communities, DEF Mokokchung, churches, relatives and all well-wishers who stood by us spiritually, I. ODIMEREN physically, morally and Born : 12.06.1986 – Died : 11.03.2021 financially during our grief and demise of our beloved on 11 March, 2021.

We are unable to thank everyone personally, but it is our sincere prayer that the Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

Loving wife, son, daughter and family members.

Neiba Kronu, Neichute Doulo and others flagging off the street vendor bus at Pfutsero, Phek on Monday. (NP)

Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.

Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him and He will do this: (Psalm 37:4-5)

“The Lord gave and the Lord taken away, as it hath pleased so it is done. Blessed be the name of the Lord”.

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crisis and to cooperate in order to overcome the crisis.

The program was chaired by sanitation & hygiene consultant, PHED Wokha, Vimezo Nyiseno.

Dimapur: ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Nagaland Centre, Medziphema, organised WWD where the function was graced by advisor, sericulture, excise and minority affairs, Zhaleo Rio as special guest. In a press release, i/c head, KVK Dimapur, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Medziphema, Dr. Ebibeni Ngullie stated that during his speech, Zhaleo enlightened the gathering about the multiple use of water based on its utility and location and stressed on clean water for drinking purpose. College of Vety.

Sciences and AH, CAU, Jalukie, dean Dr. AK Sangwan talked about Nagaland being naturally blessed state with abundant rain and water but said that most of the water was not harvested but wasted. He deliberated on creation of water reserves and also water management

for efficient use in agriculture, livestock, industries etc. ICAR Nagaland Centre, joint director Dr. D. J. Rajkhowa also shared about the current status of water of the state as well as the global scenario. ICAR Res. complex for NEH Region, Meghalaya, ex-director Dr. SV Ngachan and pro-vice chancellor, NU, SASRD, Medziphema, professor M. Aleminla Ao also spoke at the function.

Mokokchung: World water day was observed at PHED Mokokchung division executive engineer office with ADC Mokokchung, Shashank Pratap Singh as the guest of honour.

Speaking at the programme, Singh urged the gathering the need for a practical approach to reduce and reuse of water and reminded it should start from the households. He was referring to the hue cry for water scarcity during the dry season in most of the hilly districts of the state and opined that rainwater harvesting in a micro-level during the rainy season would be key to alleviate water scarcity in hilly districts. PHED Mokokchung division, executive engineer Yanger Pongen, dwelt on the subject of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and informed that JJM was at an early stage in the district. He called upon the swachhagrahis to spread awareness to the people to fulfil the mission since JJM was implemented in a time-bound mode to be completed by 2015.

Pongen further alarmed that most of the water catchment area/source of water supply in the district was drying up drastically. In this connection, he called upon WATSAN and village councils to spread awareness to stop deforestation in the water catchment area.

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All clauses of Bodo Accord in 30 months: Shah

UDALGURI/MAJULI / JONAI, MAR 22 (PTI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday said all clauses of the Bodo Accord signed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Government last year will be implemented within twoand-a-half years.

Addressing an election rally at Udalguri under the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), Shah said that after the signing of the Accord, it was decided that all insurgents will lay down arms and the centre will ensure all-round development of the region. ‘’Each promise made by the central and state government in the Bodo Accord will be fulfilled and all clauses implemented within two-and-a-half years. We want peace and development in Bodo areas’’, he said.

Bodo youths instead of ‘’picking up guns must use the computer to compete globally and instead of using hand grenades, should contribute to developing the

Amit Shah with Sarbananda Sonowal and Ranjit Kumar Dass during election rally in Majuli. (PTI) nation,’’ Shah said.

The Prime Minister is always concerned about Assam’s development and of the Bodoland Territorial Region and ‘’it is due to his initiative that peace has prevailed in the area.

During Congress rule more that five thousand people were killed in violence in the Bodoland but Congress leaders’ rajnitike roti sekterahe’ (kept baking their political bread)’’.

“The Congress, Bodo People’s Front led by Hagrama Mohilary and AIUDF’s Badruddin Ajmal have come together. Can they bring peace and development in the region’’, he asked rhetorically.

The centre has already announced a development package of Rs 5000 crore and out of this Rs 750 crore has been already sanctioned for 65 schemes for BTR while surrendered youths

have been given Rs 4.5 lakh each so far. Bodo language too has been declared an associate language by the state government.

The Bodo Accord was signed in January 2020 between the centre, the state and Bodo organisations, including the four factions of the NDFB. Taking a dig at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s recent visit to the state, the Union Minister said that for Gandhi’’ a visit to the state is like a picnic. He came and met the tea garden workers For four generations, they did nothing for them but now they are talking about increasing their wages’’.

It is the BJP government which has taken several steps for their welfare which include providing financial help to pregnant workers, nutrition, opening bank accounts for them, and during the last five years, their wages have been increased 2.5 times while Rs 1000 crore has been allocated separately for their welfare in this year’s Union budget,

theBJP leader said.

Earlier, addressing an election rally at Majuli from where Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal is contesting, Shah asserted only BJP could free Assam from infiltration, insurgency and floods.

He accused the Congress of entering into an alliance with the AIUDF who ‘’all know bring in infiltrators for their vested interests. Rahul Gandhi talks of protecting Assam’s’asmita’ (pride and identity) but today I want to ask him publicly - will Congress be able to do it with AIUDF Chief Badruddin Ajmal on his lap’’, he asked.

If by any chance Ajmal comes to power, ‘will Assam be safe from infiltrators. Do the people of the state want more infiltrators to come in the state’’, he wanted to know.Shah said that he had recently visited the birthplace ofSrimantaSankardeva at Borduwa, where the land had beenencroached upon by infiltrators during the Congress rule.

3 ‘Itanagar’s waste ‘BJP functioning like mafia, management to be running syndicates in Assam’

taken up seriously’

ITANAGAR, MAR 22 (PTI): Expressing concern over Itanagar being ranked as one of the dirtiest cities in the country, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday called upon the Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC) to remove the tag by shouldering the responsibility of waste management with utmost sincerity.

Chairing a meeting here with the 20 newly elected corporators headed by mayor Tame Phassang, Khandu said, the onus is on the IMC to revive the garbage disposal system for improving the unfavourable image of the state capital.

Noting that the “almost complete” four-lane highway in the city has somewhat overhauled the perception about it, he said, “No amount of infrastructural development will suffice until the city is cleared of its garbage.

Biren launches ‘Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain’ NEEPCO to restore power supply to M’laya

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IMPHAL, MAR 22: Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Monday launched the Manipur chapter of the “Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain” campaign which Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched via video conferencing. The chief minister launched the state chapter of the campaign that will continue till November 30, 2021 at a simple function held at chief minister’s secretariat on Monday.

After formally launching the campaign, Singh instructed the officials to form a joint committee of water resources department, PHED and minor irrigation for the successful implementation

of the campaign to reduce the problem of water scarcity in the next dry season. He also directed them to bring the local self-government into confidence so that Prime Minister’s instructions are translated into action at maximum level and make the campaign a success.

On the occasion, the chief minister also released a booklet titled, ‘Jal Shakti Abhiyan’ published by the directorate of information and public relations.

A short video on water conservation was also screened during the function. Later, the chief minister administered “Water Pledge” to the gathering to conserve and use water judiciously.

The campaign will be under-

taken across the country, in both rural and urban areas, with the theme “Catch the rain, where it falls, when it falls”.

It will be carried on as a Jan Andolan to take water conservation at grassroots level through people’s participation.

It is intended to nudge all stakeholders to create rainwater harvesting structures suitable to the climatic conditions and sub-soil strata, to ensure proper storage of rainwater. Gram sabhas will be held in all gram panchayats of each district (except in the poll bound states) to discuss issues related to water and water conservation. Gram sabhas will also take ‘Jal Shapath’ (Water Pledge) for water conservation.

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SHILLONG, MAR 22: Stateowned North Eastern Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO) has said it is willing to restore power supply to power-starved Meghalaya but with conditions.

In a letter addressed to MECL Accounts Officer, NEEPCO Executive Director (Commercial,) N K Mao acknowledged the receipt of payment of some of the dues which MECL owes to NEEPCO. “NEEPCO has received Rs 127.54 crore on March 19 from Rural Electrification Corporation (REC) and Power Finance Corporation (PFC) towards liquidation of the outstanding dues,”

Mao said.

Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited (MePDCL) resorted to load shedding with effect from midnight of March 20 following power regulation imposed by NEEPCO due to nonpayment of Rs 504.41 crore.

However, the NEEPCO official said the power can be restored to Meghalaya only if the rest of the outstanding dues owed by MeCL is cleared by April 30 in a single instalment. “With regard to your request to withdraw regulation of power supply, NEEPCO is willing to consider the same subject to the following condition: the balance amount of outstanding dues is paid in a single instalment within April 30, 2021,” Mao said.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

SARUPATHAR/KOLIABOR/BATADROBA (ASSAM), MAR 22 (PTI): Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday alleged the ruling BJP in Assam was functioning like a mafia and running syndicates.

Addressing election rallies in poll-bound Assam, the AICC general secretary said the BJP’s only policy is to benefit the party and not people.

“BJP is not a political party in Assam ... (it) is functioning like a mafia organisation running syndicates of supari, fish, coal, land.” Vadra said.

In an apparent dig at Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and “one of his powerful minister”, the Congress leader alleged that the two are “not even respected in their own party”.

“In the prime minister’s election rallies you must have noticed he sometimes takes the name of one in some meetings or the name of the other at other times.

Their remote controls are in Delhi,” she said.

The Congress leader compared Assam’s BJP leadership with ‘Dhritarashtra’ and ‘Shakuni’, characters in the epic Mahabharata, without naming whom she meant.

Dhritarashtra was a blind king known to be a

weak ruler while Shakuni was a political manipulator. “...in the Assam government, there is a Shakuni Mama- like leader and a Dhritarashtra. Both of them and the BJP have betrayed the people of Assam.

“The ‘Dhritarashtra’ who was at one time called ‘Jatiya Nayak’ (people’s leader) betrayed the six ethnic communities whom he had promised inclusion in the Scheduled Tribes list. But did not do so,” Vadra said.

She alleged that the other leader is like “Shakuni Mama who runs a corrupt government that only cheats people”.

Continuing her attack on the ruling party, Vadra claimed, “BJP has not been able to decide who will be the chief minister. They are not able to respect their own chief minister and spell out the name. If there is no stability and unity in the party, then how will it give a stable government to people?”

The Congress leader also slammed the prime minister for accusing the Congress of insulting Assam and questioning the ability of former Congress chief ministers in the state.

“Which chief ministers did he refer to...was it late Tarun Gogoi who worked tirelessly for the development of the state, gave employment to youth, introduced 30 per cent reservation for women in jobs and 50 per cent seats in panchayat, improved road connectivity, economic progress, protected Assam’s culture and heritage,” Vadra said.

Referring to the antiCAA movement in Assam, she accused the BJP government here of betraying the people.

State

NPGs celebrate ‘Naga Republic Day’ DIMAPUR: Naga Political Groups (NPGs) including Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) and Niki-led NSCN (K) celebrated “Naga Republic Day” at their respective headquarters.

Speaking at the “66th Nagaland Republic Day” at TPC Kohima, FGN president “gen. (retd)” Viyalie Metha recalled that 66 years ago “God gathered our Naga National Council (NNC) leaders from their respective regions to the historic place of Parashen in Rengma Region, on March 22, 1956 our leaders inaugurated the formation of the Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN).”

He said that the creation of the state brought more turmoil and conflict so the Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) took initiative and formed the Peace Mission which eventually succeeded in negotiating a Cease-fire Agreement between the Federal Government of

Nagaland and the Government of India in 1964.

(Full text on p-4) Niki-led NSCN (K): In his address at the “Naga Republic Day” celebration held at CFSB office, Padumpukuri, Dimapur, ‘gen’ Niki Sumi said that the “sacrifices of our forefathers” culminated in giving “us the distinct identity whether it be individual or collective political identity that we have inherited as a Nation and people.”

Stating that history was a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Nagas, he said that despite numerous hurdles “we shall defend our political rights with steadfast determination and strength.”

Fur ther, asser ting that true peace has always eluded Nagas, Niki, however, said that “here we stand at the threshold of a new beginning of at least achieving peace in our lands which we have never really enjoyed since we as a Nation came to being.” (Full text on p-4)

GPRN/NSCN: GPRN/NSCN celebrated its 42nd Naga Republic Day on at Council Headquarters (CHQ), Khehoyi designated camp where kilo (home) kilonser, Jack Jimomi hoisted the Naga national f lag. Jimomi read out the presidential speech of M.B Neokpao Konyak.

Addressing the programme as guest speaker, ‘maj.’ (retd.) R.M. Lotha, advisor to collective leadership GPRN/NSCN brief the gathering about the Naga political scenario.

He dwelled upon how the most arduous aspirational task of uniting the various Naga political groups and building cohesive relationship with the voice and desires of the general Naga people for early resolution of the Indo-Naga political negotiation was made possible under the collective leadership of ato kilonser N. Kitovi Zhimomi, and president ‘gen.’ (Retd.)

N.B. Neokpao Konyak.

He stated that the

God given wisdom of the collective leadership in building better relationship and understanding not only amongst the Naga populace but also with neighbouring communities and states have ridded the constant flakes of apprehensive precognition towards the Nagas political determination.

He therefore encouraged the gathering to stand strong and optimistic in coming days.

Earlier, invocation prayer was said by Rev. Zutovi, convener of CNC followed by obituary moment in GHQ band presented the jubilant hymn on the occasion.

Rank declaration of the Naga Army personnel promoted to the next higher ranks was also read out by the Ministry of Keeya Affairs (Defence).

The programme concluded with a thanksgiving benediction by Vikato Aye, pastor Council Headquarters.

Revoke transfer of KPA lecturers: ARSU DIMAPUR: Atoizu Range Students’ Union (ARSU) has urged the department of higher and technical education to immediately revoke the recent transfer and posting of two senior lecturers from the department of mechanical engineering at Khelhoshe Polytechnc Atoizu (KPA).

In a press release, ARSU president, Iketo has urged the state government to either transfer or replace the same against the transferred incumbent on contract basis through NPSC at the earliest, failing which the union cautioned to take its own course of action.

GPRN/NSCN condoles member’s demise

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DIMAPUR: GPRN/NSCN has expressed grief over the untimely demise of ‘sgt. maj.’ Anito Sumi who passed away on March 8, 2021. GPRN/NSCN through its MIP stated that late Anito of Sumi region was enrolled in the Naga army on April 4, 2011 and served for 10 years till his demise.

It also stated that his service and legacy for the cause of Naga nation would be cherished and recorded in the pages of the Naga history. It also conveyed condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.

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Vol. XXxI NO. 106 Dimapur, TUESDAY, MARCH 23, 2021

Battle of alliances in Assam

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oters in Assam will exercise their franchise to elect 126 members to the 15th Assam Assembly beginning with the first phase of the three-phase polls on March 27 where 47 seats will be contested spread over 12 districts. In 2016 out of 47 seats, BJP won 27, AGP bagged 8; Congress won 9, AIUDF two and one by Independent. The first phase of assembly election in Assam for 47 constituencies is crucial for the BJP to retain power in the state and achieve its ‘Mission 100 plus’ target. In the 2016 elections, BJP won 60(up from 5 seats in 2011) , Congress 26(down from 78 in 2011) , AGP 14(up from 10 in 2011),BPF 12, AIUDF 13(down from 18 in 2011). In 2016 BJP got a huge 29.5 % vote share ( up from 11% in 2011) while the Congress got 30.9% vote share (down from 39.9% in 2011). The election will be largely a bipolar contest between the BJP and its alliance- Asom Gana Parishad(AGP) and United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL) against the Mahajoth(grand alliance) comprising of Congress, All India United Democratic Front(AIUDF), Bodoland People’s Front(BPF), Communist Party of India, CPI (Marxist), the CPI (MarxistLeninist), Anchalik Gana Morcha(AGM) and Rashtriya Janata Dal(RJD) including two community-based parties- Jimochayan (Deori) People’s Party, or JDPP, and Adivasi National Party (ANP). The BJP ditched its 2016 ally, the BPF and included in its place, the recently formed UPPL in Bodo area. The BJP-led by chief minister Sarabananda Sonowal appears confident of winning 100 seats out of 126 on its own. This confidence stem from the party strategist- finance minister and former Congress leader Himanta Biswa Sarma’s analytical calculation. Himanta pulled off a surprise win in the BTC polls when BJP ditched its ruling alliance partner BPF and ally with its new ally UPPL. BPF won 17 and Congress 1 while BJP won 9 and UPPL 12 to form a coalition with 21 in the 40member BTC. The BPF has joined the Congress-led alliance for the 2021 assembly polls for the 12 seats under Bodoland Territorial Council. The other regional alliance contesting the election is the Asom Jatya Parishad formed by two student organizations of Assam- All Assam Students Union (AASU) and Asom Jatiyatabadi Yuba Chatra Parishad (AJYCP) and the Raijor Dal, formed by anti-CAA activist Akhil Gogoi.

The AJP and RD have vowed to oust the BJP-led ruling coalition. The AJP will contest 68 seats and RD 29 seats. The BJP may not find the going as easy since the Congress-led grand alliance could consolidate anti-BJP votes. In Assam out of 32 district, 11 have Muslim majority(as per 2011 census) and the CAA issue could impact how the community votes. The BJP in Assam is silent over CAA, while Congress has promised to not implement it. Possibly, the anti-CAA sentiment not only among Muslims but also other communities could affect the BJP’s fortunes. BJP also faces an internal tussle between chief minister Sonowal and BJP’s strategist and challenger Himanta Sarma. Though BJP has unmatched resources and manpower, it cannot take victory for granted and has left no stone unturned. However, ultimately it is the people who will decide. Next to Bengal, for the BJP, Assam is also a crucial must win state to achieve its goal of a pan-India reach.

DailyDevotion The Burning Heart Did not our heart burn within us…? —Luke 24:32 We need to learn this secret of the burning heart.

Suddenly Jesus appears to us, fires are set ablaze, and we are given wonderful visions; but then we must learn to maintain the secret of the burning heart— a heart that can go through anything. It is the simple, dreary day, with its commonplace duties and people, that smothers the burning heart— unless we have learned the secret of abiding in Jesus.

Much of the distress we experience as Christians comes not as the result of sin, but because we are ignorant of the laws of our own nature. For instance, the only test we should use to determine whether or not to allow a particular emotion to run its course in our lives is to examine what the final outcome of that emotion will be. Think it through to its logical conclusion, and if the outcome is something that God would condemn, put a stop to it immediately.

But if it is an emotion that has been kindled by the Spirit of God and you don’t allow it to have its way in your life, it will cause a reaction on a lower level than God intended. That is the way unrealistic and overly emotional people are made. And the higher the emotion, the deeper the level of corruption, if it is not exercised on its intended level. If the Spirit of God has stirred you, make as many of your decisions as possible irrevocable, and let the consequences be what they will. We cannot stay forever on the “mount of transfiguration,” basking in the light of our mountaintop experience (see Mark 9:1-9). But we must obey the light we received there; we must put it into action. When God gives us a vision, we must transact business with Him at that point, no matter what the cost.

We cannot kindle when we will The fire which in the heart resides, The spirit bloweth and is still, In mystery our soul abides; But tasks in hours of insight willed Can be through hours of gloom fulfilled.

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Success is the sum of small efforts - repeated day in and day out. ~ Robert Collier

Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, MARCH 23, 2021

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xactly a year ago, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi called for a janata curfew. The country ground to a standstill, and all activity, except essential services, stopped. The same evening, the PM had called for five minutes of clapping, beating of thalis and blowing of conch shells across the country to support health workers, police forces and people involved in essential services. This was to prepare people for what was to come.

At that time, there was only frightening news from across the world. It had been established that the virus originated from Wuhan in China. The United States (US) and Europe were in a state of panic. Harsh lockdowns were imposed but casualties were rising. But the situation at that time in India suggested that the trajectory of the virus was not so bad.

India’s Covid-19 journey

When the lockdown was announced late on March 24 last year, no one could have imagined that for a long time to come, they would be confined to their homes. But the pandemic was especially devastating to those who did not even have a roof over their heads. People living in the slums and chawls of the metros found themselves unemployed overnight. They had come to the cities from their villages in the hope of a better life and livelhood.

All that suddenly went down the drain.

And then, people began leaving the metros of Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad and Bengaluru, often on foot, covering hundreds of kilometres, disillusioned and sad.

Pictures of migrants walking home were splashed across the media. Many people lost their lives on the long trek home.

The government has

been accused of depriving people of their jobs by imposing such a drastic lockdown.

But this overlooks the fact that since health services were not adequate at that time, the government was really constrained when it came to saving people during the pandemic and had to take tough measures. A total of 536 cases of infection had been confirmed at the time of the lockdown and only ten people in a country with a population of a billion had lost their lives due to the pandemic.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, at that time, said in Parliament that people had to be ready to lose their loved ones. During those days, we saw some disturbing images from the US, of corpses being buried in spaces outside cemeteries for lack of space in these.

At such a time, there were alarming scenarios about

the possible trajectory of the disease in India, expressed by sceptics. Today, a year later, India’s figures have proved them wrong. The death rate in India, in particular, is much lower than in the world’s rich and wealthy economies.

Could this have been possible without the lockdown?

It is not that the Indian government went to sleep after imposing a lockdown.

Till March 31, 2020, 183 laboratories were available for testing for the virus across the country. Today more than 2,400 laboratories are doing this. Hospitals too were not prepared for such a pandemic. During this time, PM Modi himself took command and interacted with the chief ministers of states in several rounds, encouraged health workers and kept in touch with vaccine researchers.

This is why India, despite

its limitations, was in the frontline of the vaccine-developing countries. Today we are providing vaccines to over 70 countries.

During this period, despite political differences, the central and state governments set a unique example of synergy. For those who keep questioning the federal structure of India, this past year is a testimony to our resolve and our instincts towards unity. There may be many unfortunate examples in terms of social, economic and ethical behaviour, but there is no doubt that in the past one year, people have shown an amazing ability to move forward despite an enormous amount of pain and suffering. It is true that Covid-19 has dealt us a drastic economic shock, but it is also a fact that the Indian economy is about to come out of the recession faster than many other

Speeches on ‘Naga Republic Day’

FGN: All Glory to God, the Creator of Universe, Who set our people apart and made us one among the nations. He bestowed upon us a land enchriched with countless treasures to be called our own-Nagaland.

66 years ago, God gathered our Naga National Council leaders from their respective regions to the historic place of Parashen in Rengma Region, on 22nd March 1956 our leaders inaugurated the formation of the Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN). We are eternally grateful to our leaders of ages past for their vision and sacrifices.

We share border with China in the north, Manipur in the south, Burma in the east and Assam in the west and the people living along these frontiers are our own. History testifies to the fact that Nagas have always been free people. We were never under the yoke of any foreign rule or monarchy. We lived in village states where everyone was equal.

Every region had its own unique customs and tradition. Every village was self-sufficient and defended its pride fiercely. Every family worked hard to produce food for themselves and governed by their own customary laws based on fairness, justice, equality and honesty. In religion and spirituality, they worship neither hand-carved deities nor inanimate objects but lived in awe and reverence of the Being who created all things and acknowledged Him as the sole owner of the earth and skies above as their God. The Britishers, following the annexation of Ahom and Meitei kingdoms, came to our land to do the same but after witnessing the courage and sacrifices of our ancestors to protect their inherent rights, made peace and set up their administration in some parts of our land for some time.

The British had left, India forced it’s dominion over us. This marked the beginning of Indian Army’s atrocities on our people. Tens of thousands of our people were killed; national workers were taken

captive and tortured mercilessly before being killed like wild animals, thousands of women were raped and stripped of their dignity, more than nine hundred Villages were burned and completely destroyed.

However, this violent invasion could not defeat us nor deter us from defending and loving our country. So the Government of India resorted to political trickery and bribery to induce few Nagas calling themselves as the Naga People Convention resulting in the creation of an illegitimate Puppet State without the mandate of the Naga People and its authority concerned. So Naga National Council and Federal Government of Nagaland did not recognize the action of the so-called NPC as the NPC itself was neither a mandated organization and worked in direct contravention to Lakhuti Resolution and the Yehzabo of Nagaland.

The creation of the State brought more turmoil and conflict, so the Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) took initiative and formed the Peace Mission which eventually succeeded in negotiating a Ceasefire Agreement between the Federal Government of Nagaland and the Government of India in 1964. Even to this day, we stand true to this agreement.

From 1954 we bear witness to our pain and suffering, our sacrifices and courage, our faith and victory. My dear countrymen, We have weathered the stormy night, we have passed the test of time. As we celebrate the 66th Republic Day today, we pay homage to our patriots, who with faith instilled in them from above, gave their yesterday for our today. Their sacrifices shall forever be engraved in our hearts. With eternal God as our witness, let us pledge, as one people, one nation, in one voice to continue their legacy to set our people free. May God bless us all. Kuknalim.

‘Gen. (Retd.)’ Viyalie Metha, Kedahge, FGN

Niki-led NSCN (K): On this auspicious Republic day, Greetings to all in the name of our only Redeemer and saviour Jesus Christ. Revolutionary salute and homage to Martyrs and all that have borne the brunt of hardships in different ways and capacities.

The sacrifices of our forefathers has culminated in giving us the distinct identity whether it be individual or collective political identity that we have inherited as a Nation and people. The fierce resistance to the invasion of our lands and the salvation of our souls through the holy gospel has only been made possible through Devine intervention. God’s mercy and Grace abounds us despite being the least deserving. History is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Nagas, despite the numerous hurdles that came our way and with God by our side, we shall defend our political rights with steadfast determination and strength.

Our political movement has been stoked by various conflicts.

There is barely any family left untouched by the scorch of misfortune or deaths, due to the conflicts with Nations in our quest of defending our inherent and inalienable political rights. All deeds of saneness or madness have struck the cord of our ultimate destiny towards the fulfilment of our goal. A United Naga nation is the only way forward for us as we face this situation of seemingly being enmeshed in a messy cauldron of divisions and isms. True peace has always eluded Nagas but here we stand at the threshold of a new beginning of at least achieving peace in our lands which we have never really enjoyed since we as a Nation came to being. Therefore, With the sacrosanct covenant of ‘Nagaland for Christ’, may we firstly find favor in the sight of God as a nation, until God deems it the right time for Nagas to attain our ultimate goal.

Kuknalim.

‘Gen. (Retd.)’ Niki Sumi President

NNC (Parent Body): Dear Naga People, we the Naga National Council (Parent Body) praise God for His wonderful and merciful guidance and strength for the Nagas to establish a Government with a democratic constitution as a people and nation 65 years ago on this day of 22nd March,1956.

The Naga National Council on this day with sincerity would like to honour and remember the Naga Martyrs who sacrificed themselves for the cause of Naga Sovereignty and those who are still working for the Naga Nation to be recognised as a country and nation in the world. We salute the martyrs on this occasion and we will continue to pray for the salvation of our Naga Homeland.

However, today it is sad and shameful that two Republic Day is celebrated- that of democracy government and socialism government with sharp political division within the same people and nation.

And till date we the Nagas could not come together to resolve this basic differences of two political stand and Governments, it is a shame in front of our own people and the world at large. This is all because of hatred , stubbornness and divisiveness that exist within ourselves.

The Nagas especially the national workers and groups must come together to work out the consensus political stand for solution

for all and whole Naga people. There will never be a solution as seen very clearly unless Nagas become united for the purpose of the achievement of our freedom. The Government of India (GOI) at this point is taking full advantage of Naga division with the motive to prolong the political problem between the Naga people and GOI as seen time and again in the past and present dispensation. But if at all GOI were to take their own bias decision for their own interest for Naga solution without honouring the historical and political rights of the Nagas then GOI will be fully responsible and held accountable if any unwanted political situation arises out of it.

In regard to the present political turmoil in Burma, the NNC is concerned and must tell our people in the region to stand firm for the Naga rights as free and independent people from time immemorial, and also must stand for the best system of democracy governance for progress and development.

The NNC being the parent body of the Naga people have seen enough and come across all the political development of coup and military rule for the last many years of tyranny and brutality for the people of ethnic and indigenous inhabitants, it is best for the people to be separated from military rule for their own independent governance, therefore the down

trodden people of Nagas, Kachin, Karen and Shan should be officially recognised by the United Nations and other democratic countries of the world for this long and rightful original people to establish their recognised Government to rule themselves for peace and development.

Therefore the Naga National Council strongly stand for the right of these nationalities in Burma region for freedom. For the Nagas have historical and political rights to live together as one people and nation.

The Naga National Council once again reiterate our stand for the Naga National unity as this is the only way to bring peace and tranquility in the Homeland, and to achieve our very freedom for the best interest of our people and Homeland. Therefore we appeal once again to all the political groups to take it seriously the very appeal mentioned above to come together for the salvation of our people and nation. The Naga National Council will always stand for peace and non violence as it has always been the stand of the NNC from the beginning.

Once again we praise God for this occasion and thank all the Naga people for upholding in prayer for the National rights and freedom.

May God save the Naga people.

Kuknalim Yilow Humtsoe, Acting President, NNC (Parent Body)

NPGN/NNC: I give glory and honor to our Lord and savior Jesus Christ for his gracious love, mercy and sustenance of our people. I acknowledge the sacrifice of thousands of Naga patriots in our long struggle, who laid down their lives in defense of our homeland and are proud of their deeds and honor them on this auspicious day.

Through this Republic Day message I wanted to appeal the Nagas to reason together instead of blaming one another and provoking the situation. No force can defeat us, only our disunity has destroyed our everything. Therefore we must move forward for real and reconcile by forgetting past bitterness.

The WC, NNPGS are mere Messengers of the Naga people, as what the Naga people aspire for we have than and now considering the contemporary political realities, we have negotiated in the best possible manner.

Since the issue is a Naga Political issues by the Nagas and for the Nagas it defines logic and reasoning why any

economies.

But this process will be able to gain momentum only when our world is completely free from the clutches of Covid-19. It is impossible to predict any timeline for this.

The pandemic is an unpredictable creature in many ways. To cope with this, it is necessary to follow all standard operating procedures.

Ever since the vaccine drive began, people have dropped many preventive actions they were observing earlier.

Among these are social distancing, wearing masks, and washing hands often. The pandemic cannot be stopped only with government efforts.

We have to be alert at all times until the pandemic is declared to be well and truly over. And this is not likely to happen for quite a while.

Shashi Shekhar, Editor-in-chief, Hindustan The views expressed are personal

leader would hide the agreed documents from the people without any fear and complacency the status paper between WC, NNPGS and GOI has been made available to all Naga Tribal Hoho, concerned Nagas senior leaders and Naga legislators. The WC, NNPGS and GOI talk is in a positive direction as we have reached ultimate milestone as the GOI has recognized the Historical and political rights of the Nagas to self determine their future and for which we must thank hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi and His Excellency, Governor of Nagalandcum-Interlocutor R.N. Ravi for their positivity and understand of the Naga cause. The WC, NNPGS have committed for transparency afterall we are for the Nagas and noting will be hidden, only our honesty to our cause and transparency in our approach will shape our future, we must not miss another golden opportunity as it will not come back once it is missed. Kuknalim Shoba Lakhum, President, NPGN/NNC

UNPG-NNC (PB): My fellow countrymen, on this auspicious and historic occasion of Naga Republic Day, I greet you all in the name of our Almighty God. The political and National gains that we have today is the result of the martyrdom and sacrifices of fellow Nagas who believed in the Rights and Sovereignty of the Nagas for which I salute them all. Their names and selfless sacrifices will always be inscribed in the annals of Naga history and ever remain as an embodiment of strength, courage and Valour.

As a republic nation, we have shunned the rule of the elite few. It is the voice of the people that determines our history. Although we see pockets of dictatorial leadership on our land, NNPG’s of which NNC in an integral part, believes that the future of the Nagas will and can be determined only by the Naga people. Since, the beginning of the Naga political dialogue with the Government of India, each and every step has been carefully deliberated and crafted in consultation with the Naga People. We are thankful to the Nagas, irrespective of tribe, age, status, gender or religion for their invaluable wisdom, sacrifice and contributions.

We acknowledge the willingness of India’s PMO and the decisive role of the Governor and Interlocutor Shri. R.N Ravi for his determination to bring about solution to the long overdue struggle for our inherent and inalienable Rights. Today we are on the verge of inking the final inclusive solution for the Nagas and as we believe that the GoI has taken cognizance of the voice of the Naga people, we will continue to advocate for one agreement, one solution.

Let us continue to remain firm in our political journey and be vigilant against vicious elements that device plans to derail, delay and misdirect our common goal. Let us remain committed to one agreement and one solution for the Nagas.

May the almighty continue to give us the courage and strength to complete the journey and reach the inevitable destination that our pioneers once treaded for. Kuknalim!

Z. Royim, President, UNPG-NNC (PB)

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Loud music at AG Colony, Kma

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The loud music blasted near my locality till around midnight has been a very bad disturbance to me and I believe too many of the people residing within have been facing it too. Such behaviour of being entitled so much to not care about their surroundings is unappreciated. There are students studying for their exam and many adults who want a good night’s sleep after work. The animals and birds are much affected by the noise pollution. Now, sensitive people like me would just like for them to stop as we are unable to sleep. I would like the people blasting music to stop it after a certain time of the day. That’ll be appreciated.

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Ex-Mumbai top cop moves SC Pawar rules out Anil Deshmukh’s resignation MUMBAI/NEW DELHI, MAR 22 (PTI): IPS officer Param Bir Singh on Monday moved the Supreme Court seeking direction for immediate “unbiased, uninfluenced, impartial and fair” CBI probe into alleged corrupt malpractices of Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh.

The move by the former Mumbai police commissioner came on a day NCP chief Sharad Pawar ruled out his party colleague’s resignation from the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena-NCP-Congress government in the western state.

Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 2 pm on Monday amid uproar over corruption allegations in Maharashtra during the Question Hour.

The Maharashtra AntiTerrorism Squad (ATS) took an accused arrested in the Mansukh Hiran death case to the creek in Thane where his body was found, and also detained a person from Gujarat who had provided them SIM cards, officials said. According to the ATS, Mumbai police officer Sachin Waze, now

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suspended and in custody of the NIA, played a key role and emerged as the prime accused in Hiran’s murder case.

In his plea to the apex court, Singh, a 1988 batch IPS officer also sought quashing of the order transferring him from the post of Mumbai CP alleging it to be arbitrary and illegal.

As an interim relief, Singh sought stay of the operation of his transfer order and direction to the state government, the Centre and the CBI to immediately take in its custody the CCTV footage from the residence of Deshmukh.

Singh’s corruption allegations against Deshmukh pertain to a period when he was hospitalised and hence the question of his resignation does not arise, Pawar said. “We got information that Deshmukh was hospitalised at that time in Nagpur. The allegation (by Singh) pertains to exactly

the same period when he was in hospital. There is a hospital certificate,” Pawar told reporters in Delhi, his second media briefing in as many days over the issue.

In his eight-page letter to Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, Singh on Saturday claimed Deshmukh wanted police officers to collect Rs 100 crore monthly from bars and hotels.

Singh had also alleged in the letter that Deshmukh had called Mumbai police API Sachin Waze around mid-February at the minister’s official residence and told him to collect Rs 100 crore a month.

“Deshmukh was admitted to a Nagpur hospital between February 5 and February 15 after testing positive for COVID-19 and was being analysed from February 15 to 27,” Pawar said and read out a certificate from the hospital in this regard.

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records also say that for the entire three weeks, he (Deshmukh) was not in Bombay (Mumbai). He was in Nagpur, which is his home town. Thats why in such a situation, the question (of seeking resignation) does not arise, Pawar said.

BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis claimed that Deshmukh held a “press conference” on February 15 which contradicted Pawar’s assertion that he was hospitalized then.

Deshmukh it was only a brief interaction with the media when he was stepping out of hospital.

Singh has alleged that Deshmukh had called police officer Sachin Waze around mid-February at his official residence and asked him to help with collecting funds from bars and restaurants.

Waze is currently in the custody of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) which is probing the recovery of the vehicle containing gelatin sticks and a threat letter which was found parked near industrialist Mukesh Ambani’s residence Antilia in Mumbai last month.

“Shri Sharad Pawar ji said, from 15th to 27th February HM Anil Deshmukh was in home quarantine. But actually along with security guards & media he was seen taking press conference!,” Fadnavis tweeted.

‘Dreams and Chaos’ nominated at KIIFFA

(From p-1) Speaking on how the sequel was created and filmed, Walling explained that the DABA Youth Ministry had actually no plans to create a sequel. He revealed that the actual budget that was spent on filming of the sequel was actually meant for outreach ministry. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he said they were not able to do so, which paved the way for drama club of the ministry to shoot the sequel. He pointed out that “Dreams and Chaos” was the first ever web series created by DABA Youth Ministry.

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Parl passes Insurance (Amendment) Bill FDI cap to be hiked to 74 per cent from 49 per cent NEW DELHI, MAR 22 (PTI): The Parliament on Monday passed a Bill to increase Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) limit in the insurance sector from 49 per cent to 74 per cent with the Lok Sabha approving the proposed law by a voice vote.

Piloting the Bill, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said hiking the FDI limit in the insurance sector will help insurers raise additional funds and tide over the financial problems.

Today, many of the insurance companies are hard pressed to maintain solvency ratio of 150 per cent as per the norms, she said while explaining the need for the amendment.

The Insurance (Amendment) Bill, 2021 was passed

by Rajya Sabha last week.

The Bill amends the Insurance Act, 1938.

The minister said the government will provide funds to public sector insurance companies but the private players will have to raise capital on their own and the Bill provides them headroom to raise capital.

Three out of the seven public sector insurers are below solvency margin but

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman speaks in the Lok Sabha Monday. (LSTV/PTI)

since they are in public sector, the government will infuse capital and their solvency margin will be taken care of, she said.

Observing that insurers are facing solvency related issues, she said, “if growth capital is hard to come by, there will be a stress situation. In order that the stress situation is not left unattended, we need to raise the FDI limit.”

The COVID-19 pandemic, Sitharaman said, has further added to the woes of the insurance companies.

“There is definitely a financial stress for raising money, especially for private sector insurance companies, which needs to maintain that solvency ratio,” she said. Solvency margin is the ratio of assets to liabilities.

Some of the life insurance companies are under stress and they need the money to come out of that, she added. The minister further said the FDI limit

was being raised on the recommendation of insurance regulator IRDAI which has done extensive consultations with the stakeholders.

FDI in the insurance sector, the minister said, has increased significantly after the government decided to raise the cap from 26 per cent to 49 per cent in 2015.

As much as Rs 26,000 crore has come as FDI in the insurance sector since 2015, she said, adding the asset under management (AUM) in this sector has grown by 76 per cent during the last five years.

The number of insurance companies has increased from 53 to 68 and as many as 6 companies were listed on the stock exchanges in the last five years, she said.

Highlighting that insurance is a highly regulated sector she said, policyholders’ fund is going to be invested within India and that will not go out.

cussion on The Constitution (Scheduled castes) order (Amendment) bill 2021, Leader of Opposition Kharge said: “Reservation is ending gradually in public and private sectors. There is a 50 per cent vacancy in the SC category in every department,” he said.

There are 56 per cent SC category vacancies in Railways, 85 per cent in Defence and 28 per cent in posts, he said.

“They don’t want to fill the vacancies. There is a conspiracy to end the assured job available to SCs. ...,” he noted.

Tovihoto inaugurates new sub-station

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Also, speaking at the function, the principal secretary power, KD Vizo, informed that the department has witnessed rampant power theft including hooking, by-passing meter box and using power without meter box. He urged the GBs, colony councils and public leaders to help the department curb all illegal power consumers.

Quoting one of the Ten Commandments “thou shalt not steal”, Vizo urged the public to refrain from power theft and to inculcate Christian ethics in their life.

Delivering technical report, superintending en-

gineer (revenue) Lobosang Jamir, informed that the contract for setting up 2x10 MVA 33/11 KV sub-station at Forest colony was awarded in December 2018 and was scheduled for completion within 18 months (June 2020), but was delayed due to the pandemic.

He also maintained said that the newly inaugurated sb-station would relieve around 40% of the load from Metha sub-station and would cover areas including River Belt, Notun Basti- Ao Khel, Sema Khel, LRC, Naga Cemetery, island Colony, Lakeview, Mid Land, Nepali Basti, SIB, Khermahal, Tata Parking, landmark, PWD rental

complex, Sewak, Forest and Residency colony.

Earlier, the programme was chaired by superintending engineer (E) Dimapur, Er. Nitovi Wotsa and Baptist Pastors Fellowship, Dimapur president, Rev. S Vitoshe Swu offered invocation.

Short speeches were also delivered by chief engineer, (T&G) N Mozhui and engineer-in-chief power, Shikato Sema, while a special number was presented

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Welcome address was delivered by additional chief engineer (T&G) Penrithung Yanthan and vote of thanks proposed by executive engineer (E), Dimapur, Imsenkaba.

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65th anniversary of Naga flag hoisting day observed (From p-1)

Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) general secretary Liremo Kikon said RSU was always at the forefront in protecting the interest of Nagas, which other Naga leaders had often failed to do in the past.

He mentioned that the union was an important pillar for NSF. He said the 65th anniversary of the Naga national flag hoisting was a “celebration of the identity, rights, traditions and cultural practices of free Naga people”. Reflecting how so many lives had been martyred in the past for the Naga cause, he remarked that there was no greater sacrifice than laying one’s life while defending Naga identity and for getting freedom from any forceful subjugation.

Kikon said Nagas were indebted to Naga leaders for their sacrifices, adding that the commemoration of Naga flag hoisting was

on occasion to reflect on the sacrifices of past leaders and their great legacy.

Former RSU president Benjamin Lorin shared the history of Parashen, stating that the exposure of Nagas to outside world during World War I led to an awakening of consciousness among them as a distinct group of people inhabiting the South East Asian region and on the need to live as an independent and free nation.

As the Nagas commemorated the first federal republic flag hoisting day, he said the occasion should make everyone look back to the more than 100 years of Naga struggle. “As young leaders, the future is in our hands,” Lorin remarked, and called for rededication to the cause “our” forefathers and parents had sacrificed their lives for and march together in unity. The programme was chaired by Rengma Selo Zi president Kenneth Kath.

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According to the government, state-run vends were indulging in “brand pushing” and there were also instances of revenue leakage. Addressing a press conference, Sisodia said the new measure will put an end to the liquor buying experience from a “jail-like setup” at state-run shops.

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Legal drinking age lowered to 21 from 25 years in Delhi NEW DELHI, MAR 22 (PTI): Lowering legal drinking age to 21 from 25 years and the government withdrawing from running liquor vends in Delhi are among the main features of an excise policy approved by the AAP dispensation on Monday, with Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia saying the measure is expected to lead to an annual revenue growth of 20 per cent.

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He also slammed the government for bringing an amendment bill to include seven castes in Tamil Nadu under one group of the SC list ahead of assembly polls in the state despite the demand being made in 2015.

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PM launches ‘Catch the Rain’ campaign

EC bans bike rallies in pollgoing seats advises MGNREGA funds be spent for rain water conservation NEW DELHI MAR 22

Crude bomb blast in West Bengal’s Burdwan kills one BURDWAN/BARJORA/ KO L K ATA , M A R 2 2 (PTI): A seven-year-old boy was killed and another child injured in a crude bomb explosion in Burdwan city in West Bengal on Monday, triggering tension in the area ahead of the elections amid a political war of words over the law and order situation in the state.

The Election Commission sought a report from the district administration on the blast, which happened around 11 am in Rasikpur’s Subhaspally area of the city, with the opposition BJP and CPI(M) attacking the TMC, drawing sharp criticism from the ruling party for “doing politics” over the death of a child.

Sheikh Afroz (7) and Sheikh Ibrahim (9) were playing near their house when they hit a packet in which the crude bombs were kept, leading to the blast, Burdwan police station’s inspector-in-charge Pintu Saha said.

Locals rushed to the spot after hearing the explosion and found the two boys lying in a pool of

blood, he said.

They were taken to the Bardhaman Medical College and Hospital where Afroz died a while later, he said. Ibrahim is at present undergoing treatment, Saha said.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that she has directed officials concerned to ensure the best possible care for the injured child.

Addressing an election rally in Bankura’s Barjora, Banerjee said that she was informed about the incident on the campaign trail.

“The boys mistook a bomb as a ball and was playing with it, causing the incident,” she said.

“I always respond to any mishap as early as possible. I have directed the officials to help the affected families. Till the time I am there, I will continue to rush to help people,” she said.

Afroz’s uncle Sheikh Feroz told PTI that the children of the locality play at that spot every morning but only two of them were out today. An investigation was initiated and the area cordoned off, police said.

conservation in each village, Modi said.

Urging women to take control of Jal Jeevan missions, he said “positive results” will be achieved under their leadership.

“No one understands the value of water better than women, if water conservation is handed over to women, they will ensure unimaginable positive results,” he said.

Like an army which sweats more during peace and loses lesser blood in war, we can stave off water crisis by conserving it during rains, Modi said.

“Just like sweating in peace time is key for an army to win wars, water conservation during rains is key to saving lives,” he said.

The prime minister noted that the challenge of water crisis is increasing as India continues to grow and develop. He said it is the responsibility of the present generation of the country to fulfill its responsibility for the generations to come.

He also urged the people to use water judiciously and step up water conservation efforts in the days leading up to the monsoon.

Emphasising the importance of sarpanches and district magistrates/district collectors, he said the ‘Jal Shapath’ which is being organised all over the country should become everybody’s pledge and second nature.

He said when people’s nature change with respect to water, nature will also support people.

The ‘Catch the Rain’ campaign will be implemented across the country from March 22 to November 30 -- the pre-monsoon and monsoon period in the country.

The campaign aims to take water conservation at grass-root level through people’s participation. It is intended to nudge all stakeholders to create rainwater harvesting structures suitable to the climatic conditions and subsoil strata, to ensure proper storage of rainwater.

(PTI): The Election Commission on Monday banned ‘bike rallies’ 72 hours before the date of polling and on the polling day in all election-going constituencies amid reports that “antisocial elements” use motor bikes to intimidate voters.

In a directive issued to chief electoral officers of poll-bound West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam and Puducherry, the poll body pointed out that it has been brought to its notice that “in some places bikes are used by anti-social elements to intimidate the voters before the poll day and/or on poll day.”

After considering the reports, the Commission has decided that “bike rallies shall not be allowed at any place 72 hours before date of poll or on the poll day in all poll-going constituencies,” the directive said.

The EC also asked its chief electoral officers to inform all stakeholders concerned, including candidates, political parties and the Commission’s observers, to ensure strict compliance of the directions.

4 LeT militants killed in encounter with SF in Shopian

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CHENNAI, MAR 22 (PTI): Seizure of cash and kind valued at Rs 231.63 crore has been recovered by various enforcement agencies in poll-bound Tamil Nadu so far, Chief Electoral Officer Satyabrata Sahoo said on Monday. Listing out details of the seizure done by flying squads, static surveillance teams, IT personnel and others, Sahoo said cash constituted Rs 83.99 crore out of the Rs 231 crore recovery.

Precious metals, apparently gold, worth Rs 130.51 crore and liquor valued at Rs 1.70 crore have also been seized, he added. Over 2,000 complaints regarding violation of model code of conduct have been received and cases filed, he said

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area of the district around midnight, following information about the presence of militants there, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Vijay Kumar said.

He said the militants refused repeated offers of surrender and opened fire at the forces.

the encounter.

The militants were identified as Rayees Ahmad Bhat, who was active since October last year, Amir Shafi Mir, active since last month, Raqib Ahmad Malik, active since December last year and Aftab Ahmad Wani, active since November last year. An Army jawan was injured in the encounter and is undergoing treatment at a hospital here, he added.

The IGP said so far this year nine encounters have taken place in the valley with most of them - eight - in south Kashmir, while one in the north. “In these nine encounters, 19 terrorists have been killed, out of which nine alone were from Shopian district and two were top commanders,” Kumar said.

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SRINAGAR, MAR 22 (PTI): Four Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) militants were killed in an encounter with security forces on Monday in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Manihal

“We appealed to them to surrender and brought their families, including wife and a four-year-old child of a militant, to appeal to them to surrender. But they refused,” he said.

Kumar said after the militants opened fire at the security forces, there was a gunbattle in which four ultras were killed.

“All the four were categorised militants belonging to LeT outfit. Although, they call themselves as Lashkare-Mustafa, they are listed as LeT militants in our records and all these names, including TRF (The Resistance Front) are the offshoots of the LeT or Jaish-e-Mohammad,” he said.

The IGP said three pistols and an AK rifle was recovered from the site of

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GoC Rashim Bali along with IGP Vijay Kumar addresses a press conference in Srinagar, Monday. (PTI)

our efforts,” he said.

Modi said India’s selfsufficiency is dependent on its water resources and water connectivity, and its fastpaced development is not possible without effective water conservation.

“I would like that every penny of MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act) funds be spent on rain water conservation till the monsoon arrives,” he said.

To save the country from a water crisis, it is necessary to work rapidly in this direction and the coming 100 days must be devoted to preparations for rainwater

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paigns like ‘Catch the Rain’ is very important, he said, noting that both urban and rural areas have been included in the Jal Shakti Abhiyan.

“There is still some time for the monsoon to arrive and we have to make efforts to conserve water. We should not be lacking behind in our preparedness,” he said.

Before the monsoon, there should be cleaning and desilting of tanks, lakes, and wells and their capacity to conserve water must be increased. Any hindrances in the flow of rainwater should be addressed. “For all these things, we have to put in all

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PM Modi during launch of ‘Catch the Rain’ campaign, via video conferencing, on Monday. (PTI)

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NEW DELHI, MAR 22 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched ‘Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain’ campaign for conserving water and stressed that every penny of MGNREGA funds be spent on rain water conservation till the monsoon arrives.

Addressing an event at the virtual launch of the campaign on the World Water Day, Modi said it is a matter of concern that majority of rain water in India gets wasted. He said the more the rain water is conserved, the less will be the dependence on groundwater.

He also called for creating more awareness about water conservation and increased public participation in such efforts.

The prime minister also emphasised on the need for involving women in water conservation efforts, saying they understand the value of water better.

The success of cam-

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EU to sanction 11 involved in Myanmar coup

A demonstrator gestures near a barricade during a protest against the military coup in Mandalay, Myanmar March 22. (Reuters)

general elections, which saw National League for Democracy, the party headed by former de facto leader Aung San Suu Kyi, win a

majority of seats.

In response to the coup, Myanmar has witnessed continued protests demanding her release,

as well as a return of the democratically-elected government.

According to the Myanmar prisoners’ aid

organisation AAPP, 235 people have been killed and some 2,330 temporarily detained in the country.

At the meeting on Monday, the EU Foreign Ministers are also likely to agree on sanctioning four individuals and one entity from China for their involvement in human rights abuses of the Uighur population in Xinjiang province, according to diplomatic sources from the bloc.

The bloc is also likely to sanction several individuals and entities from North Korea, Russia, Libya, Eritrea and South Sudan on the basis of that instrument, the sources added.

Aside from endorsing sanctions, the ministers are expected to discuss the politically sensitive issues of Turkey and Russia, attempting to hash out their strategic positions to both countries.

Pak former premier Gilani challenges EU sanctions China for rights results of Senate chairman election in HC abuses against Uighurs

has 52 members in the upper house while the ruling coalition has 47 senators.

Farooq H Naek filed the petition on Gilani’s behalf in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) which was accepted for hearing on March 24 by Chief Justice Athar Minallah.

Gilani made presiding officer Syed Muzzafar Hussain Shah, the Ministry of Law and Justice, the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, the Senate Secretariat and Senate Chairman Sanjrani as respondents.

Can’t be deaf and blind to COVID cases abroad: UK min programme.

Meanwhile, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to speak to his European Union (EU) counterparts this week as a brewing row over COVID19 vaccine supplies continues, media reports said on Monday.

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forcibly assimilate ethnic minorities.

According to the Chinese government, the camps, estimated to have held more than 1 million people since 2017, are “vocational education centres” to eradicate extremism and terrorism. Also on Monday, the EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell said the Eu is set to sanction 11 individuals involved in the Myanmar military coup, as well as for the repression of the demonstrators in the country.

strategic waterway.

Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin tweeted late Sunday that the Philippines has filed a diplomatic protest over the Chinese presence.

The reef, which Manila calls Julian Felipe, is a shallow, boomerang-shaped coral region about 175 nautical miles (324 kilometers) west of Bataraza town in the western Philippine province of Palawan.

It lies well within the country’s exclusive economic zone, over which the Philippines “enjoys the exclusive right to exploit or conserve any resources,” the government watchdog said.

For decades China, the Philippines and four other governments have been locked in a tense territorial standoff over the resourcerich South China Sea,

through which an estimated $5 trillion in international trade travels annually.

China’s fishing fleets have long followed government orders to assist the coast guard and navy in asserting the country’s maritime claims. They have also been accused of massive overfishing and degrading coral reefs, backed up by a Chinese military that has built airfields and missile bases on manmade islands constructed by piling sand and concrete atop fragile marine ecosystems.

China has refused to recognize a 2016 ruling from a tribunal in The Hague that invalidated almost all of China’s historical claims to the South China Sea, and routinely protests the presence of other countries’ navies in what are overwhelmingly viewed as international waters.

FELICITATION We the Leshemi Students’ Union and Leshemi Village Council would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Smti. Hukashi Yepthomi, W/o Shri. Weku Zhiemi on being promoted to the rank of SDO(C), Mokokchung, Nagaland.

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The Union and the Council wishes her great success in her future endeavour.

Wekhrotso Sara Lhiwe Lomi Ngupelo Lasushe President, LSU General Secretary, LSU VCC, Leshemi

IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL AND DISTRICT AND SESSIONS JUDGE COURT MOKOKCHUNG : NAGALAND

NOTICE

OFFICE OF THE

SANGTAM UNION DIMAPUR FELICITATION

The Sangtam Union, Dimapur (SUD) conveys its heartfelt congratulations to Shri. SASHI NAGA SANGTAM, the newly elected President of Eastern Naga People’s Organisation (ENPO) and his team. The Union has complete faith and confidence in his leadership to safeguard and uplift the Eastern Nagaland. The Union also acknowledges the contribution and service of the outgoing ENPO officials to its people.

The Sangtam Union, Dimapur extends best wishes to him and his team as they take up their newly assigned position and responsibilities.

(Mr. Nukshiba) President Regd. No. 209/21

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L O N D O N, M A R 2 2 (PTI): The UK is warning citizens against booking summer holidays abroad at the moment, with a senior minister saying a spike in coronavirus cases in neighbouring European countries could put gains from the vaccination programme at risk.

UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said there was a risk of travellers importing new variants of the deadly virus into the country if travel plans are not strictly controlled.

“We can’t be deaf and blind to what’s going on outside the UK,” Wallace told ‘Sky News’.

“We can’t put at risk the gains of our vaccination campaign. If we were to be reckless in any way, and import new variants that put out risks, what would people say about that,” he questioned.

“We’ve got a good direction of travel, we’re getting there, and I think we need to make sure we preserve that at all costs,” he added.

His intervention came over the weekend, when England hit a new milestone of more than half of all adults being covered by its vaccination

B RU S S E L S, M A R 2 2 (IANS): The European Union (EU) is sanctioning China for human rights abuses against the Uighur ethnic minority, an informed source from the 27-member bloc said on Monday.

The source told dpa news agency that the decision came following an agreement from the bloc’s Foreign Ministers.

The last time the EU imposed punitive measures on Beijing for human rights violations was after the Tiananmen Square massacre in 1989. The names of the targets for measures like EU asset freezes or travel bans are due to be officially published shortly, the final step that implements sanctions, according to the source.

In the last few years, hundreds of Uighurs, Kazakhs and Huis have testified about being held in internment camps as part of what observers say is a government campaign to

Some of the about 220 Chinese vessels believed to be manned by Chinese maritime militia personnel, are pictured at Whitsun Reef, South China Sea, on March 7.

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Yusuf Raza Gilani

He urged the court to declare the results of the election of the Senate chairman held on March 12 as “null and void” along with the declaration of victory of Sanjrani as chairman.

At the heart of the controversy is the seven rejected votes which were marked in favour of Gilani but turned down by the presiding officer on the basis of a technicality. The petition called upon the IHC to declare the rejection of the seven votes for Gilani as unlawful and thus return him as a candidate for the office of the Senate chairman.

The petition stated that the rejection of the seven votes which were “unambiguously and unequivocally casted in the favour of the petitioner” was illegal and and unlawful. It argued that the result of the election was “contrary to the law and the Constitution” thus it should be set aside.

BEIJING, MAR 22 (AP): Bad weather prompted more than 200 Chinese fishing vessels to anchor at a reef claimed by the Philippines, Beijing said on Monday, sidestepping accusations from Manila of a move by China’s vast South China Sea maritime militia to assert control in the area.

However, China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying pointedly told reporters at a briefing Monday that Whitsun Reef was part of the Spratly Islands, one of the main archipelagoes in the South China Sea, which China claims virtually in its entirety.

“Recently, due to the sea conditions, some Chinese fishing boats have taken shelter from the wind near the Whitsun Reef. I think it is very normal and hope all parties can look at it rationally,” Hua said at the daily briefing.

Philippine Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana called on Sunday for China to “stop this incursion and immediately recall these boats violating our maritime rights and encroaching into our sovereign territory.”

The presence of the vessels was a “provocative action of militarizing the area,” Lorenzana said.

A Philippine government watchdog overseeing the disputed region released pictures from March 7 of the vessels moored side by side in one of the most hotly contested areas of the

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ISLAMABAD, MAR 22 (PTI): Pakistan’s former prime minister Yusuf Raza Gilani on Monday challenged the results of the Senate chairman election in a high court here, more than a week after he lost in the keenly-fought contest.

Sadiq Sanjrani, 42, the incumbent Senate chairman who was backed by Prime Minister Imran Khan’s ruling alliance, defeated 68-year-old Gilani, who was joint candidate of the Pakistan Democratic Movement’s (PDM) - an alliance of all main opposition parties. Sanjrani polled 48 votes while Gilani got 42 in the 99-member Senate, dealing a blow to the joint Opposition despite having a majority in the Upper House. A total of 98 senators voted in the election.

Eight votes were rejected out of whom seven were stamped on the name of Gilani. The Opposition

China denies incursion as 200 ships dock at Philippine reef

(Mr. T. Imlikumzuk Sangtam) General Secretary

AFFIDAVIT

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BRUSSELS, MAR 22 (IANS): The European Union (EU) is set to sanction 11 individuals involved in the Myanmar military coup, as well as for the repression of the demonstrators in the country, the bloc’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell said on Monday.

The situation is deteriorating in the country, Borell said on his way into talks with the 27 EU Foreign Ministers in Brussels, dpa news agency reported.

“We don’t want to punish the people in Myanmar with sanctions,” German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said.

“We are still pushing to stay in dialogue for a peaceful solution.”

The Myanmar coup was staged on February 1 as the military alleged massive voting fraud in the 2020

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, MARCH 23, 2021

Date : 24/02/2021

I, Shri. Gaurish Roy, S/o Lt. Gouranga Chandra Roy, presently resides at H/No. 482, Master Colony, Kuda Village, C-Khel, Dimapur : Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as follows : 1. That I am a bonafide and law abiding citizen of India and residing at the above mentioned address.

2. That my name has been advertently written/entered as "Bappa Roy" in my LIC, Dimapur Branch bearing Policy No. 443496082.

3. That my actual and correct name is "Gaurish Roy".

4. That I am swearing this affidavit to declare that "Gaurish Roy and Bappa Roy" are of the same and one person i.e, myself and further to use this affidavit as a piece of evidence before the competent authority.

5. That the statements made in the above paragraphs 1 to 4 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing materials are concealed therein.

Deponent Sworn before me on this 24th day of Feb. 2021.

Notary Public Dimapur : Nagaland DP-1536

No. SC – 51/2021

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late Temlenyongdang Ao has been applied by Smti Nukshienla, W/o Late Temlenyongdang Ao, R/o H.No. 999, Mekumpong Sector, Ungma Village, Mokokchung, Nagaland for possession of: (1) GPF (2) GIS (3) Gratuity (4) Leave encashment (5) Pension etc (6) Closing of A/C Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may, if she/he so desire to appear in the court on or before 16.04.2021.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this day the 16.03.2021 MKC-85

Regd. No 90/2021

Principal and District and Sessions Judge Court Mokokchung : Nagaland

AFFIDAVIT (DECLARATION)

Date : 20-01-2021

I, Shri. Kaipao Dawman, permanent resident of Kanjang Village, Phek District, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as follows:1. That l am a bonaflde citizen of India.

2. That l am presently serving in the Indian Army as HAV (Bravo Company) 3. That in my Service records my name as well as my sibling names has been inadvertently recorded as under: (i) Kaipo Dawman instead of Kaipao Dawman (myself) (ii) Stepen instead of Stephen (brother) (iii) Rlepetho instead of Riepetho (brother) (lv) Ritochura instead of Rhochura (Sister) 4. That the name mentioned in the above Para No.3 refers to one and the same 5. That this affidavit is made to declare that my correct and official name as person. Kaipao Dawman and my sibling correct and official names are Stephen, Riepetho, and Rhochura and the same shall use for all official purpose and future references.

6 That this affidavit shall be used as a proof of evidence of the fact and proof as mentioned above and also to be used for rectification in my service records.

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AFFIDAVIT Regd. No. 657/2021 Date 20/03/2021 I, No. G5007857L Rank Rifleman, Name Ajay, Son of Jaipal, R/o. Lakhan Majra, Tehsil- Meham, Dist:- Rohtak, Haryana and presently serving at C/o.

HQ 6 Sect. Assam Rifles, Kashiram, Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as under:1. That, I am resident of above mentioned address.

2. That, the correct name of my son is "Mayank Rathee", which is entered and recorded in his academic records and AADHAAR Card.

3. That, the name of my son is inadvertently recorded as "Mank Rathee" in my service records.

4. That, I have sworn this affidavit to declare that the names "Mayank Rathee" and "Mank Rathee" refers to the names of one and the same person, i.e. my name only I shall use my name as "Mayank Rathee" in all my future correspondence and records and also to rectify the same in my service records accordingly.

5. That, the statements made above from para 1 to 4 of this affidavit is made by me which is true and correct to the best of my knowledge, belief and nothing is concealed therein.

And I have signed this affidavit on this 20th day of March 2021 at Dimapur, Nagaland.

DEPONENT Sworn before me by the Deponent.

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sports

Leicester beat Man United 3-1 in FA Cup

L O N D O N, M A R 2 2 (IANS): Kelechi Iheanacho’s double fired Leicester City to a 3-1 win over Manchester United and a first FA Cup semi-final in 39 years. The in-form striker now has nine goals in his last nine games and booked a last four showdown with Southampton at Wembley next month.

Youri Tielemans also netted on Sunday to put the Foxes - four-time runnersup - a game away from their first FA Cup final since 1969, DPA news reports.

Mason Greenwood did haul United level in the first half - after Fred’s mistake presented Iheanacho with the opener.

It was just Leicester’s second win over United in 23 years but a deserved one as they outplayed and outfought the visitors.

“It feels great, the whole team are happy,” Iheanacho told the BBC. “We worked really well in training to get ready for this

Manchester United’s Anthony Martial and Paul Pogba help Leicester’s Youri Tielemans after he was injured during the FA Cup quarter final match, Sunday. (AP/PTI)

game, tactically worked really well in training I think we were fitter than them in the game, that helped us. We passed the ball really well,” he further said.

The Europa League is now United’s only realistic chance of a trophy this season with Manchester City

unlikely to be caught in the Premier Legaue.

Fred set the tone for his own erratic display early when he lost the ball to allow Iheanacho and Ayoze Perez to break, Jamie Vardy’s initial cross was blocked but returned to the striker and Dean Henderson parried his

low effort.

Vardy wasted a fine opening soon after but Leicester were sharper than United and were gifted the lead by Fred after 24 minutes. United tried to pass their way out from the back and, when Maguire played Fred into trouble, the mid-

fielder sold Henderson woefully short.

It allowed Iheanacho to nip in, round the goalkeeper and tap into an empty net for his 12th goal in 18 FA Cup appearances. The Foxes continued to press but were pegged back when United burst into life seven minutes before the break.

Paul Pogba found space on the left and his cross was dummied by Donny Van de Beek for Greenwood to sweep in from eight yards.

Six minutes after the break, Tielemans restored their lead.

And former Manchester City striker Iheanacho -- who scored a hat-trick against Sheffield United last week -- sealed Leicester’s progress with 12 minutes left when he was left unmarked to head in Marc Albrighton’s free kick from two yards.

Leicester meet Southampton in the last four on the weekend of April 17 with Chelsea v Manchester City the other tie.

Shooting WC: Manu, Chaudhary Serena pulls out of Miami win mixed team 10m pistol gold Open following oral surgery

Manu Bhaker and Saurabh Chaudhary

NEW DELHI, MAR 22 (IANS): India’s Manu Bhaker and Saurabh Chaudhary defended their mixed team 10m air pistol title in the ISSF World Cup here on Monday, with a 16-12 win over Iran’s Golnoush Sebghatollahi and Javad Foroughi in the final.

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and Abhishek Verma, meanwhile, bagged the bronze medal with a 17-13 victory over Sevval Illayda Tarhan and Ismail Keles of Turkey.

The Iranians kept a lead over Manu and Chaudhary for much of the early part of the final, even leading 10-6 at one point before the Indians fought back to

make the score 10-10.

Manu and Chaudhary then pulled away to win their second consecutive gold at the event. The duo have thus handed India their fifth gold medal in the World Cup. India currently lead the standings with 12 medals.

Earlier Divyansh Singh Panwar and Elavenil Valarivan clinched gold in the 10m air rifle mixed team event. Panwar and Elavenil beat Hungary’s Eszter Denes and Istvan Peni 16-10 in the gold medal match.

The Indian pair also topped the final round of qualification earlier with a total score of 421.3. Denes and Peni were also second in qualification after shooting 419.2.

MIAMI, MAR 22 (AGENCIES): Serena Williams said on Sunday she will not compete at this week’s Miami Open as the 23-times Grand Slam champion is recovering from oral surgery.

The 39-year-old Florida resident has won the Miami Open a record eight times and joins several other big names in missing the event including Novak Djokovic, Rafa Nadal and Roger Federer.

“I am disappointed to withdraw from the Miami Open because of recent oral surgery,” Williams said in a statement.

“Miami is a special tournament for me because it’s my home and I am sad I won’t be able to see the incredible fans this year, but I look forward to coming

LaMelo Ball could be out for the season after he broke his wrist against the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday.

The Houston Rockets slumped to their 20th straight loss, a 114-112 defeat by the Oklahoma City Thunder, despite Christian Wood scoring 27 points for the Rockets.

Julius Randle’s late threepointer for the New York Knicks forced overtime, but he then missed

a potential game-winner as the Philadelphia 76ers edged to a thrilling 101-100 victory.

The result also went down to the wire in Florida, where last season’s finalists the Miami Heat fell to the Indiana Pacers 109-106.

Blake Griffin had a successful debut for the Brooklyn Nets as he made his first dunk since 2019 in the 113-106 win over the Washington Wizards. Luka Doncic scored

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back soon.”

Williams fell to eventual champion Naomi Osaka in the semi-finals of the Australian Open last month.

37 points in the Dallas Mavericks’ 132-92 thrashing of the Portland Trail Blazers, the New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Denver Nuggets 113-108 and Jaylen Brown scored 10 three-pointers to lead the Boston Celtics to a 112-96 victory over the Orlando Magic. There was also a 116-105 win for the Cleveland Cavaliers over the Toronto Raptors, and the Chicago Bulls cruised past the Detroit Pistons 100-86.

Spurs beat Villa 2-0 to climb 6th in EPL

Ex-F1 driver & Le Mans 24 hrs winner West Ham, Arsenal Dumfries dies play out 3-3 draw

Tottenham’s Carlos Vinicius, left, scores his team’s first goal during the EPL match between Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur at Villa Park in Birmingham, Sunday. (AP/PTI)

BIRMINGHAM, MAR 22 (AGENCIES): Tottenham Hotspur emerged from the gloom of the past week to claim a morale-boosting 2-0 victory at Aston Villa and climb to sixth place in the Premier League on Sunday.

Carlos Vinicius’s first league goal for the club, a 29th-minute tap-in, gave Tottenham a halftime lead and Harry Kane’s penalty

sealed the points for Jose Mourinho’s side.

Tottenham’s sixth successive away league win against Villa moved them above Everton and Liverpool with 48 points from 29 games, three behind fourthplaced Chelsea.

It was quite a turnaround for Tottenham who were heavily criticised for their performance in last weekend’s north London

derby defeat by Arsenal and castigated after crashing out of the Europa League with a 3-0 defeat to Dinamo Zagreb on Thursday.

Villa, who were again without captain and playmaker Jack Grealish, started well but were unable to work Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris who barely had a save to make.

They stay in 10th spot with 41 points.

Arsenal pulled off a comeback for the ages, coming back from 3-0 down against West Ham to salvage a 3-3 draw at the Olympic Stadium. The Hammers missed the chance to go level with fourth-placed Chelsea, while Arsenal go above Aston Villa to ninth in the Premier League table.

Jesse Lingard underlined the Hammers’ dominance in the 16th minute, lashing the ball into the top corner from the edge of the box. Tomas Soucek made it a scarcely believable 3-0 scoreline for David Moyes’ side in the 32nd minute.

Arsenal finally woke from their slumber in the 38th minute, with Alexandre Lacazette lashing home Calum Chambers’ cross off of Tomas Soucek’s foot into the net. Arsenal made their dominance pay in the 61st minute, with Craig Dawson turning in Calum Chambers’ cross into his own net to make it 3-2.

West Ham were left to rue things as Arsenal equalized in the 82nd minute, as Lacazette powered in a farpost header from Nicolas Pepe’s cross.

Lee, Okuhara bag singles titles at All England Championship

Lee Zii Jia

L O N D O N, M A R 2 2 (AGENCIES): Malaysian shuttler Lee Zii Jia defeated defending champion Viktor Axelsen to win the men’s singles crown at the All England Open on Sunday while Japan’s Nozomi Okuhara won the women’s title for a second time.

Sixth seed Lee took control in the third game to beat the Dane 30-29 20-22 21-9 at the Birmingham event.

“I’m happy, excited, sad ... Everything has come into one moment so it’s hard to describe the feeling,” said Lee, who knocked out world number one Kento Momota in the quarter-finals.

“Both of us played very well until the third game when Axelsen lost a bit of focus and that’s the

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moment I had the advantage.”

World number four Okuhara beat Thailand’s Pornpawee Chochuwong 21-12 21-16 in the women’s final and the 26-year-old said she was a better player now compared to when she last won the event in 2016.

“Five years ago I won here and there was no pressure, this time I’m in the top five in women’s singles so that has changed things,” Okuhara said. “But my overall play is now at a higher level so I am very happy.”

Compatriot Yuta Watanabe became the first male player to win both doubles events at the tournament after the 23-yearold sealed the men’s title with Hiroyuki Endo and

the mixed trophy with Arisa Higashino.

“Winning the two titles was something I could prove to the world. It was my goal, so I’m really happy,” Watanabe said.

Japan also won the women’s doubles crown, with Mayu Matsumoto and Wakana Nagahara winning their maiden All England title.

China, South Korea and Taiwan skipped the event due to travel restrictions and health concerns amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Indonesia were “withdrawn” after they had been instructed by British health authorities to isolate for 10 days because a passenger on their flight tested positive for COVID-19.

National rally c’ship from Apr 23 in Chennai; Nagaland to host final round

Chris Paul reaches 10,000 assists as Phoenix Suns beat Lakers

LOS ANGELES, MAR 22 (AGENCIES): Chris Paul became the sixth man in NBA history to reach 10,000 assists as his Phoenix Suns team beat a Los Angeles Lakers side without LeBron James.

Paul, 35, scored 11 points, with 10 rebounds and 13 assists as the Suns beat the Lakers 111-94. James injured his ankle in a defeat by the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, MARCH 23, 2021

L O N D O N, M A R 2 2 (AGENCIES): Former Formula 1 driver Johnny Dumfries has died at the age of 62.

The Scot raced under a pseudonym to hide his background - he was John Crichton-Stuart, the seventh Marquess of Bute.

Dumfries spent a year in F1 in 1986 with Lotus, where he was a subordinate team-mate to Ayrton Senna. His best result was fifth in Hungary.

He moved into endurance racing and won Le Mans 24 Hours for Jaguar in 1988, with Jan Lammers and Andy Wallace.

Dumfries won the British Formula Three championship in 1984, succeeding Senna, and spent a year as a Ferrari test driver in 1985 before being signed

by Lotus.

He won his seat at the team because Senna blocked the established British F1 driver Derek Warwick from being given the role, on the grounds that he wanted the team to put their full backing behind him and Senna regarded Warwick as unsuitable for a ‘number two’ position.

CHENNAI, MAR 22 (IANS): The first round of the Indian National Rally Championship will be held on April 23 and 25 in Chennai. The championship, which also doubles as one of three Asian rounds of the FIA Asia Pacific Rally Championship, will consist of six rounds with the final round planned in Nagaland from November 12 to 14.

The second round will be held in Bengaluru (May 28-20), followed by Coimbatore (July 17-18), Delhi-NCR (August 27-28) and Hampi (October 1-3).

This year’s championship will see the SUV class added into the mix.

“We could not go all guns out last year due to reasons known to all. The pandemic had tied our hands and it was very difficult for us to organise a full season but still we did what we could do best and completed three rounds. But we are back on the track again and will have six rounds again this year,” Vamsi Merla, director of Champions Yacht Club and promoter of

INRC said.

“When we came into motorsports, it was always our mission to take the sports to all the parts of the country and make it more inclusive and that is the reason we have given a chance to three new clubs.

We are anticipating a great year ahead and hope that it exceeds all our expectations,” he added.

INRC 2021 Calendar: Round 1 - Chennai: Madras Motor Sports Club - April 23-25 Round 2 - Bengaluru: Karnataka Motor Sports Club -May 28-30 Round 3 - Coimbatore: Coimbatore Auto Sports Club - July 17-18 Round 4 - Delhi: Subject to FMSCI inspection and confirmation of organizer by the FMSCI - August 27-28 Round 5 - Hampi: Motorsports Academy of Vijayanagar - October 1-3 Round 6 - Nagaland: Subject to FMSCI inspection and confirmation of organizer by the FMSCI - November 12-14

IWC Dimapur conducts sports meet

Winners and IWC officials after the prize distribution programme on Sunday.

DIMAPUR (NPN): Inner Wheel Club (IWC) Dimapur has organised sports meet on March 20 and 21 at Ram Janaki Higher Secondary School playground, which was the first of its kind in the Cosmo city of Dimapur.

A press release issued

by IWC president, Sanjukta Bhattacharjee stated that the tournament included Carrom Championship and Cricket match, where both the sports were conducted with zeal and sportsmanship.

The opening ceremony was held on March 20 with OC Women’s Police

Station, Rose Yanthan as the chief guest, who appreciated the effort of Inner Wheelers for this initiative.

She in her speech highlighted that, sports are very important for recreation and health and said that “healthy mind resides in a healthy body”.

Guest of honour Sh H P Gupta in his speech said that, in a match there should never be hard feeling about winning or losing.

IWC, president Sanjukta Bhattacharjee in her welcome speech mentioned about the social and charitable works of Inner Wheel Club of Dimapur. She also

encouraged the lady players for their sportsmanship and confidence.

Project chairman Pinky Agarwal in her speech presented the rules and regulations and also all necessary details of the events including the motto behind the conduct of event.

The winner team and the runners-up were awarded with the trophies. Many more awards were given to the deserving players.

The closing ceremony was held on March 21 which ended with the vote of thanks by club secretary and coordinator, Nidhi Modi.

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