March 28, 2017

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Vol XXVII No. 111

DIMAPUR, tuesday, march 28, 2017 Pages 12 ` 4.00

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India on course for series victory

Consider alternatives to pellet guns in Kashmir: SC

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21 killed in Mnp road mishaps Correspondent

IMPHAL, MAR 27: It was a tragic day for Manipur, with three roads mishaps along the highway, killing at least 21 people and leaving over 33 injured on Monday. Two accidents took place along the ImphalDimapur section of NH-2 Monday morning while the third accident that claimed lives of eight people took place along Imphal-Jiribam section of NH-37. In the first accident, at least 12 people were killed and over three dozen seriously injured when the interstate bus (MN01-4A-9503) in which they were travelling plunged into a deep gorge at Chakumai area in Senapati district around 3.30 a.m. Eight people died on the spot while one succumbed to injuries on the way to hospital. Three critically injured people later died at separate hospitals in Imphal where they were rushed along with other injured passengers. People from nearby villages with the assistance of 34 Assam Rifles and representatives of Drivers Welfare Union, Senapati

Lawyers to observe countrywide strike

NEW DELHI, MAR 27 (IANS): Lawyers across India will abstain from work on March 31 to protest against a proposed bill that bars advocates from going on strike, it was announced on Monday. Bar Council of India chairman Manan Kumar Mishra said the proposed amendments by the Law Commission in the Advocates Act were “draconian, anti-lawyer, unconstitutional, undemocratic and anti-people”. “The recommendations of the Law Commission are against the legal profession and legal education of the country is in danger because of this proposed bill,” Mishra said.

Governor condoles

DIMAPUR, MAR 27 (NPN): Nagaland Governor, P.B. Acharya has expressed shock over the demise of Wokshing Phom, ex-MLA. In a condolence message to Mrs Apokla, wife of late Wokshing Phom, Acharya said the state has lost a politician who was always concerned about the welfare of the people. Governor said late Wokshing had served the people in different capacities as a pastor, chairman of Tamlu Area Council and MLA. He dedicated his entire life towards the welfare of the Naga society and his demise has left a great void which will be hard to fill, the Governor added.

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The ill-fated bus that plunged below the road on Monday morning at Chakumai area.

rushed to rescue the injured people. Most of the injured were rushed to nearest hospital at Senapati district headquarters and Assam Rifles hospital. Sources said that the death toll was likely increase as some of the injured were in critical condition at RIMS and JNIMS hospitals. Police were yet to ascertain the cause of the accident. The second mishap involving a truck was reported from Lairouching at around 10 a.m., just before reaching the first accident site. The

incident claimed the life of the driver while his assistant survived with injuries. Later, the third accident that claimed lives of eight people including two women occurred at a place between Khongsang and Irang along Imphal-Jiribam section of NH-37 at around 12.20 p.m. when the ill-fated taxi (cruiser AS11-BC-2923) headed towards Imphal with 15 passengers rolled down some 300 meters from the highway. All the injured were rushed to Imphal’s RIMS

hospital while seven were stated to be in critical condition, hospital sources informed. Manipur Governor Dr Najma Heptulla and chief minister N Biren Singh expressed condolences to the bereaved family members. The chief minister also announced an ex-gratia of Rs two lakh each to the families of the deceased. Singh who is currently in New Delhi also assured all possible help from the government side to the victims of the tragic road mishaps.

Aadhaar not mandatory for welfare benefits NEW DELHI, MAR 27 (PTI): The Supreme Court today made it clear that Aadhaar cards cannot be made mandatory by the government and its agencies for extending benefits of social welfare schemes. A bench comprising Chief Justice J.S. Khehar and Justices D.Y. Chandrachud and S.K. Kaul, however, said that government and its agencies cannot be stopped from seeking Aadhaar cards for non-welfare schemes like opening of bank accounts. SC also said that a 7-judge bench needed to be constituted for authoritatively deciding a batch of petitions challenging the Aadhaar scheme on grounds including that it infringes on the Right to Privacy of citizens. It, however, expressed inability in setting up of the seven-judge bench saying it would be decided at a later stage. Senior advocate Shyam Divan, appearing for one of the petitioners, alleged that the Central government is not following the various orders passed by the apex court that the usage of Aadhaar would be voluntary and not mandatory.

Pen down strike to continue: CANSSEA pealed to the government employees to withdraw their strike as the cabinet subcommittee has been constituted to look into their demands. According to an official bulletin, the state cabinet at today’s meeting expressed concern over the ongoing pen down strike by the state government employees. At the meeting, the cabinet sub-committee briefed the cabinet of the discussions it had held on the 7th ROP issue with representatives of CANSSEA and the various state services associations on March 26, 2017. In this regard, the cabinet has directed the cabinet sub-committee to meet the CANSSEA representatives immediately after the budget session for an amicable resolution of the issue. Meanwhile, all the state government employees have been requested to call off their pen down strike and allow the smooth functioning of the offices. Further, the CANSSEA and the various state services associations have also been requested to carry on the process of dialogue with the cabinet sub-comState cabinet, which mittee for resolving their met on Monday, has ap- issues. DIMAPUR, MAR 27 (NPN): Confederation of All Nagaland State Services Employees’ Association (CANSSEA) informed that the office bearers of state services associations at an emergency meeting held at CANSSEA conference hall, Kohima on March 27, decided to continue the ongoing protest. The pen down strike called by the state service associations began March 25, after the state government failed to fulfil their demand for implementation of 7th ROP w.e.f. March 1, 2017. In a letter to the chief secretary, the CANSSEA president, S. Takatuba Aier, said the members felt that the state government was not sincere to the request of the associations for implementation of 7th ROP. At the meeting, the members also observed that the government has not conveyed any decision except an appeal to call off agitation. Talking to Nagaland Post, Takatuba Aier reiterated that the association would continue with the strike until the state government gives a positive response.

Cabinet appeals

Bodies support

Nagaland School Education Administrative Officers’ Association (NSEOA), the All Nagaland School Teachers’ Association (ANSTA) and the Nagaland Government Higher Secondary Employees Association (NGHSSEA) have resolved to support the pen down strike for implementation of 7th ROP w.e.f. March 1, 2017. In a joint press release, NSEOA president, Y. Khetoshe Yepthomi; ANSTA president, Ponchilo Wath, and NGHSSEA president, Kelhikha Kenye, stated that the directorate of school education, all the SDEO establishments, SDEO establishments, SSA and RMSA would strictly implement the pen down strike. The signatories stated that school classes and examinations would be exempted in the first phase as per the directive of the CANSSEA. Meanwhile, they have informed that all the members of the school education department would participate in the next stage of agitation should the deadlock continue between the state government and CANSSEA on the issue. (Cont’d on p-8)

ACAUT targets HM for illegal appointments DIMAPUR, MAR 27 () NPN): After maintaining a deafening silence for months over the issue of backdoor appointments, ACAUT Nagaland has followed up its earlier demand on the government to cancel all backdoor appointments by training its guns on the home minister Y. Patton over his statements made on backdoor appointments on the floor of the house adding that the chief minister now has no choice but take “cognisance of the failure of the home minister” Media Cell of ACAUT has termed Patton’s recent “justification and reply” on backdoor appointments in the house as “a direct insult to lakhs of unemployed Naga youths”. It also said the minister’s statement exposed the “pitiable condition” in which the minister was running the home department as “personal industry along with its subordinate fiefdoms.”

ACAUT took on the minister for justifying that as per P&AR memorandum 2010 appointments of lower grade posts in the police department- ABSI/UBSI and clerical posts- were done from the PHQ and constables appointed at the level of SPs and commandants was “a pitiable excuse as the memorandum does not permit backdoor appointment.” ACAUT also questioned home minister Y. Patton who was sworn under the constitution of India if he knew about Article 16 and its clauses that ensured “equality of opportunity in matters of public employment”? ACAUT said if the minister was ignorant about the Article then he should educate himself of such constitutional provisions so as to run an important department such as home affairs. ACAUT reminded the home minister about an allegation levelled by

the Chakhesang Students’ Union (CSU) on November 5, 2015 wherein it exposed backdoor appointments of thousands in his department. It said that despite the CSU allegation, the minister had taken no corrective steps to streamline “his employment industry” by depriving lakhs of unemployed youths of the opportunity for open recruitment. Further, it said the home department had also “ignored and undermined the state reservation policy” of 37% for backward tribes, 25% for Eastern Nagaland and remaining 12% for others. A C AU T s a i d t h e home minister’s figure, that there were 2078 posts filled through backdoor between 2013-17 (equivalent to the strength of 2 Battalions) and that as per reservation policy, 519 was for Eastern Nagas and the remaining 249 for others. (Cont’d on p-8)

ACAUT members backdoor political agents: NPF DIMAPUR, MAR 27 (NPN): NPF on Monday dubbed as “backdoor political agents” the ACAUT members, who it said talk against corruption, but were in fact having close link with corrupt market monopolies. NPF through its media & press bureau (M&PB) said its attention has been drawn to ACAUT press release, which was published in local dailies on Monday, implicating the party president and chief minister Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu in connection with unstarred question that was raised in the ongoing Assembly Session. NPF advised ACAUT to first clean up their own house first before they launch their “hateful tirade” against the democratically elected leaders and the government. It stated that ACAUT, of late, has been “poking its nose” into everything as if it was the sole authority to pass judgment on the daily affairs of the government carried out in the best interest of the people. Asserting it clearly understood the motive behind its members, NPF accused them of being “players of back-door politics” looking for easy entry by confusing the minds of the general public under the guise of raising corruption issues. To begin with, NPF said ACAUT members should declare their personal incomes and assets both movable and immovable, and “the years of public service

they have rendered if they are really clean to talk of corruption-free society.” Claiming that the public knew each and every member of the ACAUT, NPF said they should not claim or act to be free from corruption. It also challenged ACAUT members to first face election and talk with mandate of the people rather than bark against the mandated government every time it did something for the people. NPF said the appointments were given to deserving Naga youths who possessed requisite qualifications, and not to any outsiders or undeserving candidates. It further said that appointments were given to the unemployed youths only. The party said what more was expected of the government when the chief minister had stated on the floor of the House that mistakes, if any, would not be repeated in the future? NPF said it welcomed any corrective measures placed before the elected authority, but cannot agree to the “dire consequential statements” spewing political venom against the party. Further, NPF accused ACAUT of tirelessly working to bring down the government and to bring President’s Rule in the state “at the behest of vested interests”. It also said ACAUT inciting youths to vote against NPF party in 2018 clearly exposed their political intentions. K Y M C

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CoN CIHSR conducts 2nd graduation ceremony

Rev. Fr. Dr. Sebastian Ousepparampil presenting certificate to one of the graduates. (NP) Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, MAR 27 (NPN): College of Nursing (CoN), Christian Institute of Health Sciences and Research (CIHSR) Dimapur, conducted its second graduation ceremony here on Monday with principal, St. Joseph’s College Jakhama, Rev. Fr. Dr. Sebastian Ousepparampil as chief guest.

CIH, Nagaland celebrates 12th foundation day DIMAPUR: Central Institute of Horticulture (CIH) Nagaland celebrated its 12th Foundation Day at its campus, Medziphema on Monday. Speaking on the occasion as chief guest, Dean, SASRD, Nagaland University, Professor R C Gupta, congratulated the institute for its role in the development of horticulture in the eight North Eastern states. He appraised the efforts of the director and officers of the institute for their dedicated service during the past years. Earlier, CIH director, Dr. Lallan Ram, in his welcome address, presented a brief outline on the activities and programmes of the institute. The programme was compered by Prabin, MS and vote of thanks was delivered by Shisarenla, AHS. Various indoor and outdoor games were organized as a part of the celebration programme and prizes were distributed to the winners.

In his address, Rev. Sebastian called attention to the decaying national health scenario of the country and the role of the institutes in it. “India has become a graveyard of attempted community health schemes,” Rev. Sebastian remarked as he lamented the lack of ‘accessible, affordable and sustainable” healthcare system in the

country, even after 70 years of independence. He also pointed out the Alma-Ata Declaration of 1978 (“Health for All” by 2000), in which India was a signatory, was still a distant dream as the country’s healthcare system remains in shambles. “We hold the key to success for accessible, affordable and sustainable’ community healthcare,”

he maintained and emboldened the institute to work towards achieving the goals. Citing the example of Jesus who, he said, gave 71% of his time in healing ministry, Rev. Sebastian reminded the newly graduates that they were special and “called” to serve humanity. Rev. Sebastian exhorted the nurses to be deeply sensitive to the patients. “For them (patients) you are everything; you are almighty God himself,” he said as he called for their commitment to the poor and needy. He further extended wishes on the occasion and reminded the nurses that they had the best opportunity in the world to serve. The chief guest also distributed awards of academic excellence to the students. Earlier, the function was chaired by director CIHSR, Dr. Sedevi Angami who also delivered the welcome address.

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NSCN (R) to observe ‘Black Day’: NSCN/GPRN (Reformation) would be observing “Black Day” throughout Naga -inhabited areas on March 28. NSCN/GPRN (R) MIP has informed all region authorities and its workers, both military and civil, to observe “Black Day” in their respective jurisdictions, to thank Almighty God for His kind protection.

quested all to abide with the direction, failing which, it warned that needful action as deemed appropriate would be initiated without any further notice.

DLCC meeting postponed: District Level Coordination Committee (DLCC) Kohima on Tobacco Control has informed that its quarterly meeting scheduled on March 29 at 1 p.m. has been postponed to March 31 at 11 a.m. at DC’s conference hall, Kohima.

tration number NL06 – 0085 has been found deserted at Ward No. 5, Khuzama line, Chumukedima. The rightful owner has been asked to contact 9862395207.

CDPO Bhandari informs: Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), Bhandari has informed the 2nd batch of Anganwadi workers to attend the revision training of Management Information System (MIS) to be held from NPYC emergency meeting: Nagaland Pradesh Youth March 29 to 31. The AWWs have been directed to bring Congress (NPYC) has convened an emergency meeting MIS registers (11 Nos) along with their uniforms during on March 30 at 11 a.m. at NPYC office Congress Bha- the training. van. All the members have been to attend the meeting. Lost and found: A blue colour Maruti van bearing regis-

DSSATA informs: Dimapur SSA Teachers Association (DSSATA) has informed all the members of NSSATA under Dimapur district to submit membership fee for the session 2017-18. It has also informed all GTs to submit two photocopies of appointment order and single copy of academic documents from Matriculation onwards along with an amount of Rs.2500 for seniority list. DSSATA said the same could be submitted at Flash Fashion, Central Plaza, 2nd floor Nyamo Lotha Road and Dumplings Restaurant, Naro ki building, Purana Bazar.

F&CS Kma informs: Assistant director Food and Civil Supplies Kohima Nagaland Kapenlo Thong has informed all the FPS/village councils of Kohima centre that PHH and AAY food-grains would be released from March 27 on wards between 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. All the concerned FPS/village councils have been directed to collect their respective quota within the stipulated period, Kohima town FPS on March 27 and 28; Kohima Sadar and Secu Circle villages March 29; Jakha circle villages March 30 and Kezocha circle villages and Meriema Tsiese Basa and Bawwe Thizama and Rusoma on March 31.

KMC on renewal trade license: Kohima Municipal Council (KMC) has reminded all the business establishment/institutions within its jurisdiction that the renewal of trade license would be till March 31. KMC has re-

NLSF informs: Nagaland Law Students’ Federation (NLSF) has informed that it would airing live discussion under the theme “Fair Election” on March 28 at 5:30 p.m. on Doordashan Kendreya.

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TGVYO, KVC ban hunting and fishing

(Inset): Rev. Zotuo delivering sermon. A section of the congregation at the last day of ‘Transformation Crusade’ on Sunday. (NP)

KOHIMA, MAR 27 (NPN): Twelve-day “Transformation Crusade” conducted under the theme “Arise and shine” at Kohima Local Ground concluded on March 26. In his sermon, Kohima Bible College principal and senior pastor Koinonia Baptist Church Kohima,

news in brief

DIMAPUR: Governor of Nagaland, PB Acharya has appreciated the call made by the Naga Mothers’ Association (NMA) for aid towards the fire affected people at Khermahal in Dimapur. According to PRO Raj Bhavan, the governor stated that every organised group should take care of the society whenever there was a need. Appealing for help or aid in newspapers and other platforms should only be the beginning to address the issues, Acharya added. The gover nor also called on the various organisations to do something for the society in their Ngurthantluangi along with SDEO Kiphire staff after the programme. (NP) organised strength, saying, the sentiment towards helpCorrespondent the staff of SDEO for being Education. ing the society should be disciplined and sincere. She SIS Kipitong Sang- there. K I P H I R E , M A R 2 7 also thanked the people for tam, who also spoke at the programme, thanked the (NPN): A farewell pro- being hospitable. The outgoing SDEO outgoing SDEO for the gramme was organised by staff of Sub-Divisional Edu- said that whatever good good works done for the upcational Office (SDEO) works she had sown should liftment of school education Kiphire on Monday for bear fruit in the future so in the district. The programme was DIMAPUR: Tsosinyu outgoing SDEO Kiphire, that the department would Ngurthantluangi, who is progress. Delivering fare- chaired by HA, A.Thriseo and Gwachonlo Villagpromoted to deputy direc- well speech on behalf of the Sangtam and presentation ers’ Youth Organization tor, Directorate of School ministerial staff, accountant was initiated by Casher (TGVYO) and KhezhakEducation Kohima, at SDEO office Kiphire, said SDEO office Serila Sang- eno Village Council (KVC) Ngurthantluangi would tam. The outgoing SDEO in separate notifications SDEO office Kiphire. In her farewell speech, bring about positive impact was replaced by New SDEO have informed that it has Ngurthantluangi, lauded in the Directorate of School Kiphire N.Janpeni KIkon. banned hunting and fishing

12-day ‘Transformation Crusade’ concludes

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Rev. Zotuo Kiewhuo, asked the congregation to contemplate over eternal life and not be weaken by the worldly life. He also reminded the believers that God would come to their aide whenever in trying times, saying, winners in God would not be disappointed in life. Rev. Zotuo also encouraged them to be happy in the

Lord and exhibit it to their fellow friends. Avi Yongo Koinonia Baptist Church Worship team led the praise and worship, Khriehuzo Lohe led the service, Zeu Eneio was the pianist, invocation and offertory prayer was said by NCRC Pastor, Hovikrol. The local ground was packed with around 20,000 people from all

walks of life on the last day. In the 12-day crusade, more than 300 volunteers, more than 100 councillors and around 42 prayer groups, 429 prayer warriors were engaged throughout the crusade. On the last day, special prayer programme was conducted for the NPSC and other competitive exam aspirants.

within its jurisdiction. In a press release, TGVYO stated that hunting and fishing has been strictly prohibited w.e.f March 21 within its village jurisdiction for the preservation of its environment. Tsosinyu and Gwachonlo Villagers’ Youth Organization warned that if anyone found hunting or fishing in its jurisdiction, the material would be seized and action would be taken as per the TGVYO rules and regulations. Tsosinyu and Gwachonlo Villagers’ Youth Organization has requested all the concern citizens to cooperate with them. KVC: In a press statement, KVC chairman, S. Kepfelhou Ladu has informed that the council has strictly banned hunting activities within its jurisdiction as per the 1st annual council meeting held on March 13. Khezhakeno Village Council said the council has banned hunting, trapping, burning of forest in and around Khezhakeno jurisdiction. The council informed that it has also banned cutting of firewood and taking away of any kind of forest medicinal products, as well as flora and fauna from the village reserved areas. KVCcautioned that anyone found violating the order would be penalized and fined Rs 25,000.

DCC Peren hits out at ZPO (N)

DIMAPUR: District Congress Committee (DCC) Peren through its media cell has hit out at ZPO (N) for supporting T.R. Zeliang on allocation of works under CM’s Road Development Fund (CMRDF), saying that it should stop behaving like “political mouthpiece” of TR Zeliang, who was rejected by his “own people for his corrupt style of functioning”. It stated that defending the illegal actions of deposed chief minister T.R. Zeliang was “unfortunate and uncalled for”. District Cong ress Committee stand was that apart from the controversial signature of T.R. Zeliang, the allocation of work order was illegal as it flouted the rules laid down “where proposals exceeding Rs. 50 lakhs were not to be considered”. However, two proj-

ects from Peren districts amounting Rs. 300 lakhs and Rs. 140 lakhs have been listed in direct contravention of the laid down rules. DCC alleged that the contracts in Peren districts were awarded to TR Zeliang’s son (Hi-Tech Construction, repair of Hospital approach road at Jalukie town –Rs. 300 lakhs), his nephew Kuheirang Zeliang (improvement of road from Old Chalkot jn to New Peren- Rs. 50 lakhs) and his wife’s nephew Samuel (innovative constructionapproach road to Saijang Rubber Farm 3 km- Rs. 140 lakhs). DCC also claimed that works for improvement of approach road to Saijang Rubber farm about two km from 9th IRB camp was at TR Zeliang’s private rubber farm. On ZPO (N) claim, that the

work on hospital approach road at Jalukie town was executed in advance even before the release of funds, the DCC said executing works before work orders was issued by department has denied other competent firms/individuals to participate in open tender, which can be “no better example of nepotism, favoritism and corruption than this”. Therefore, District Congress Committee said that ZPO (N) by trying to defend “their master” has further exposed the “blatant abuse of power by TR Zeliang before the people of Nagaland”. “Rather than hang their heads in shame for electing such a corrupt leader, some few self styled leaders of ZPO (N) have brought shame to the people of Peren district by defending his corrupt activities”, DCC said.

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No beef ban if we come to power in NE states: BJP

Guwahati, Mar 27 (Agencies): Amid a crackdown in Uttar Pradesh by the new BJP government to enforce a ban on cow slaughter and illegal abattoirs, the party has clarified that a similar rule would not be imposed in three northeastern states which go to polls next year. Beef is widely consumed in Christian majority Meghalaya, Mizoram and Nagaland and the drive against illegal abattoirs in UP has had repercussions in these states. To put speculations to rest, the party’s Meghalaya unit general secretary David Kharsati issued a statement on Sunday blaming “groups with vested interest” for spreading rumours. “Ban on cow slaughter like the one in UP won’t take effect in Nagaland if our party comes to power next year. The reality here is very different and our central leaders are aware of that,” Nagaland BJP chief Visasolie Lhoungu told Hindustan Times. As per 2011 census nearly 88% of Nagaland’s population of around 2 mil-

lion, are Christians. The figure is 87% for Mizoram and nearly 75% for Meghalaya. Congress is in power in Meghalaya and Mizoram while BJP is a minor partner in the Naga People’s Frontled Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) coalition in Nagaland. “There would be no ban on cow slaughter in Mizoram and other states in the region where there is a majority Christian population,” Mizoram BJP president JV Hluna said. Fresh from the electoral victory in Manipur, where the saffron party managed to set up its first government with the help of smaller parties, BJP is looking to repeat similar successes in the three states. The party is already in power in Assam after a remarkable win last year and was able to form government in Arunachal Pradesh towards the end of 2016 when chief minister Pema Khandu and most People’s Party of Arunachal (PPA) MLAs switched sides to join BJP. Slaughter of animals and birds in private homes

and social gatherings still take place across north-east as part of tradition associated with some festivals. “Even in UP, action is being taken on slaughter houses operating without proper license. While there would be no ban on cow slaughter, we would like the government to ensure killing and sale of animals is done legally and in a hygienic manner,” Meghalaya BJP chief Shibun Lyngdoh said. The BJP had failed to win a single seat in the 60-member Meghalaya assembly and the 40-member Mizoram assembly in 2013. In Nagaland, the party won two seats five years ago. “We are in BJP because of the party’s development agenda. The party’s position is improving and more and more people are joining. Things look bright for next year,” Lhoungu said. The party’s Mizoram unit chief Hluna indicated that like in Assam and Manipur, several senior leaders from Congress and from other regional parties could join the BJP ahead of the assembly elections.

northeast Muivah’s Greater Nagalim comments disturbing: AAPSU Itanagar, Mar 27 (PTI): The All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) Monday termed the comments of NSCN(IM) general secretary T Muivah on integration of Naga-inhabited areas as “disturbing”. Muivah on March 21 had said the Framework Agreement has paved way for a Greater Nagalim by integrating Naga-inhabited areas of Assam, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh. In a statement, the apex students’ body of the state stated that the people would not accept any solution at their cost and that of the land of the state. The AAPSU said the eastern districts, specially Tirap, Changlang and Longding, have suffered in the past. “Peace and tranquillity of the districts are at stake till today. These districts being part and parcel of the state, we cannot accept any solution which hampers the integrity of the land and the people of Arunachal Pradesh,” the AAPSU said. AAPSU also appealed the Centre to understand the sentiments of the people and safeguard the ethnic cultures and interest of Arunachal Pradesh.

Police recover stolen vehicles in Manipur Correspondent

Models walking the ramp during ‘‘Mekhela Sador’ fashion show at Khanapara in Guwahati on Sunday evening. (PTI)

Trade disrupted on India-Myanmar border

Imph a l , M a r 2 7 (IANS): Border trade between India and Myanmar was disrupted on Sunday for several hours along the international border in Manipur due to protest by villagers on the Indian side. However, the stand-off was resolved after talks at the official level. Police said a large

number of villagers of Haollenphai near the international border shouted slogans against Myanmarese authority earlier in the day to demand return of saw mill machinery seized by officials of the neighbouring country. While the Myanmarese officials claimed that the saw mill was in their territory, the villagers said it

Sonowal urges teachers to instill good qualities in students Guwahati, Mar 27 (PTI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal today urged primary school teachers to instill good qualities in students from a nascent stage. “Teachers have the big responsibility of building good citizens and primary school teachers are agents of change who can instill good qualities in students from a nascent stage”, Sonowal said during a function organised for the ceremonial distribution of appointment letters to teachers. Cleanliness, discipline, punctuality are important traits that teachers need to

inculcate in students to create a better society, he said. “For building a society based on equality and to meet modern day challenges like corruption and increasing crimes, the education system must produce citizens with high moral values and integrity,” Sonowal said. He urged teachers to take their duty as a service to the society and not as a mere job. Appointment letters were given 4823 assistant teachers, 2688 Teachers in lower primary and 2135 Teachers in upper primary, recruited through Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) in the primary schools of the state.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE ADDITIONAL DEPUTY COMMISSIONER, CHOZUBA DIST. : PHEK, NAGALAND No. JUDL/SUCC-20/2012-13/18 Dated 22nd March 2017 NOTICE Whereas Shri/Smti/Kumari Mudosulu S/o, W/o, D/o Lt. Thepusuyi a resident of Suthozu Nawe Village/Town has applied for succession certificate in her/his name under the Indian Succession Act of 1925, to enable her/him to draw/claim dues and benefit in respect of her/his Late Husband Lt.Shri/Smti Thepusuyi who was working as 1st grd DB under the establishment of ADC office Chozuba (department) and expired on 21st Dec. 2016. Public are asked to file claims/objection if any, within 30 days from the date of issue of this notice. K-0819 Sd/- Additional Deputy Commissioner, Chozuba, Phek, Nagaland

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE ADDITIONAL DEPUTY COMMISSIONER CHOZUBA : PHEK

No. JUD/SUCC-20/2012-13/19

Dated 22nd March 2017

NOTICE

Whereas Shri/Smti/Kumari Lonyi-u Phesa-o S/o, W/o, D/o Lt. Phuswuyi Phesa-o resident of Yoruba Village/Town has applied for succession certificate in her/his name under the Indian Succession Act of 1925, to enable her/him to draw/claim dues and benefit in respect of her/his Late Husband Lt.Shri/ Smti Phuswuyi Phesao who was working as G/T-GHS-CZBA under the establishment of School Education (department) and expired on 20-01-2017. Public are asked to file claim/objection if any, within 30 days from the date of issue of this notice. Sd/- Additional Deputy Commissioner Chozuba, Phek, Nagaland K-0818

lies in Indian territory. After the protesting villagers locked the gate on the Indian side, Myanmarese officials did the same after a few hours, leaving hundreds of Indian tourists and traders stranded at Namphalong and Tamu. Official sources said the issue needed to be discussed at the diplomatic level.

IMPHAL, Mar 27: Manipur police Monday recovered nine stolen vehicles including four-wheelers and two-wheelers during an operation at Lilong area of Thoubal district. The recovered vehicles include four Alto cars, one of each of Maruti van, Maruti car and three twowheelers (Vespa, Doi and Pulser). Police recovered the vehicles from different places within the jurisdiction of Lilong police station, said Thoubal SP M Pradip Singh. However, none of the vehicle lifters were arrested during the drive. After the recovery, SP Singh said that police has credible information of vehicle lifting gangs operating in Lilong area of Thoubal district. However, due to manpower shortage, police could not conduct an effective operation.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER, ZUNHEBOTO NO.JUD.21/2016-17/19 Dtd. Zbto. the 18.03.2017 Notice calling objection for the issue of Succession Certificate Shri Aron Yeptho of Khehokhu Village District Zunheboto has applied for the issue of Succession Certificate / Guardianship Certificate declaring that his wife Late Katoli H. Sumi has expired on 29-12-2016. It is hereby notified that if no objection to issue this certificate is received from anyone within a period of 30 (thirty) days w.e.f the date of publication in the press, the Certificate shall be issued, and no further complaint will be entertained for issue of the same. Tridibesh Roy, IAS Deputy Commissioner, Zunheboto, Nagaland DP-2796

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Regd. No. 1205/2017 Date : 27/03/2017 1. I, No. 2401608F Rank : HAV/GD, Name : SHYAM BAHADUR KHADKA, S/o Lt. Hum Bahadur Khadka, presently serving in 24th Assam Rifles C/o 99 APO do hereby solemnly declare and affirm as under:2. That I am presently serving in 24th Assam Rifles C/o 99 APO in the rank of HAV/GD bearing No. 2401608F. 3. That my name / surname has been inadvertently entered / recorded as SHYAM BAHADUR CHHETRI in my service book. 4. That SHYAM BAHADUR KHADKA and SHYAM BAHADUR CHHETRI both are one and the same person. 5. That my correct and name/surname is SHYAM BAHADUR KHADKA. 6. That this affidavit made to declare as piece of evidence for all official purposes. 7. That the statements made in paragraph 1-3 are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing false has been stated or concealed herein. Deponent Solemnly affirm and swear before me on this day the 27th of March 2017. Magistrate/Notary Public DP-2799A

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Regd. No. 1204/2017 Date : 27/03/2017 1. I, No. 2401608F Rank : HAV/GD, Name : SHYAM BAHADUR KHADKA, S/o Lt. Hum Bahadur Khadka, presently serving in 24th Assam Rifles C/o 99 APO do hereby solemnly declare and affirm as under:2. That I am presently serving in 24th Assam Rifles C/o 99 APO in the rank of HAV/GD bearing No. 2401608F. 3. That my wife's name / surname has been inadvertently entered / recorded as GUMA MAHAT in my service book. 4. That the name/surname GUMA KHADKA CHHETRI and GUMA MAHAT both are one and the same person. 5. That my wife's correct and name/surname is GUMA KHADKA CHHETRI. 6. That this affidavit made to declare as piece of evidence for all official purposes. 7. That the statements made in paragraph 1-7 are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing false has been stated or concealed herein. Deponent Solemnly affirm and swear before me on this day the 27th of March 2017. Magistrate/Notary Public DP-2799B

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Cong leader shot dead by Arunachal dy speaker’s son Itanagar, Mar 27 (PTI): An Arunachal Pradesh Congress leader was shot dead by the son of the state assembly’s Deputy Speaker Tumke Bagra at Aalo in West Siang district, the police said today. Kenjum Kamsi, a secretary-rank leader of Arunachal PCC was shot dead by Kajum Bagra, the son of the deputy speaker, in front of a hotel at Aalo last night at around 10 PM, said West Siang Superintendent of Police Mari Riba. The incident was reportedly a fallout of a scuffle between the two, he said adding the matter is being probed further.

The accused along with the arm was arrested by Aalo police and a case registered, Riba said. The APCC has condemned the incident and said Kajum using his father’s official vehicle and committing such “heinous crime” proved the saying ‘like father like son’. “The tragic incident also reflects the true colour of the BJP to which the deputy speaker belongs. It raises a serious question,” the party said. Condoling the death, it also demanded exemplary punishment for the accused and resignation of the deputy speaker.

16-year-old girl raped and murdered in Tripura

Agartala, Mar 27 (PTI): A 16-year-old girl was allegedly raped and then murdered at Dharmanagar, headquarters of North Tripura district, about 220 km from here, police said Monday. The girl, a student of class IX received a phone call from a known person on Saturday evening and left her house, Superinten-

dent of Police, Manik Das told reporters. Her body with multiple injuries was recovered from an abandoned house at Link Road of the town on Saturday midnight. Police yesterday arrested a person named Rajat Tanti (22), who “admitted” to police that he raped and murdered the girl, the SP said adding further investigation is on.

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Defeat in Manipur polls shocking: CPI New Delhi, Mar 27 (PTI): The CPI has expressed shock at its “marginalisation” in Manipur assembly elections, saying the defeat reflects “total loss” of the party following. The CPI had fancied putting on a good show in the recently held assembly

polls in the state after having polled nearly 15 per cent of the votes during 2014 general elections. “The defeat and marginalisation of CPI in Manipur is shocking. It was one state where CPI could poll almost 15 per cent of vote in last Parliament elections. `“It is a political

defeat and total loss of Party following,” the CPI said today in a statement issued after two-day meeting of its national executive meeting here. The meeting concluded yesterday. The CPI could not win even a single seat in 60-member Manipur assembly.

Cong party on verge of extinction: Ajmal Guwahati, Mar 27 (Agencies): Despite poll debacles in a row in the recent past, both Assam Pradesh Congress Committee and former chief minister Tarun Gogoi have failed to learn the tricks of the trade, said AIUDF supremo Badruddin Ajmal. Reacting to Tarun Gogoi and state CLP leader Debabrata Saikia’s sharp reaction to the AIUDF president’s appeal for an alliance between the Congress and the AIUDF in the 2019 Lok Sabha election so as to stop the BJP upsurge, Ajmal said, “After a series of poll debacles in the recent past the Congress party is on the verge of extinction.” He further added that however such a long spell of defeats in polls has failed to make the party and former CM Tarun Go-

goi to learn the tricks of the trade. “I have raised the proposal for an alliance between the Congress and the AIUDF only to stop the upsurge of the BJP in Assam. In the polls in the recent past, I did appeal to all like-minded parties to fight the polls united against the BJP.” Ajmal clarified that his appeal failed to materialize at that time only because of the negative stand taken by the Congress. “Despite ruling the state for three consecutive terms, the strength of the Congress has been dropped to 26 from 70 MLAs in the state assembly this year,” Ajmal pointed, adding, “But such a humiliation is not enough for Gogoi to know the ground reality. The Congress is facing such debacles in other states as well. In UP, it has been confined to only seven seats.”

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER, ZUNHEBOTO NO.JUD.21/2016-17/18 Dtd. Zbto. the 21.03.2017 Notice calling objection for the issue of Succession Certificate Miss Sulivi Sema of Project Colony Zunheboto Town, District Zunheboto has applied for the issue of Succession Certificate declaring that her mother Aholi Sema, who had been re-married with Mr. Nitoi Achumi on 07-10-2010. For which claim succession Certificate for pension benefits. It is hereby notified that if no objection to issue this certificate is received from anyone within a period of 30 (thirty) days w.e.f the date of publication in the press, the Certificate shall be issued, and no further complaint will be entertained for issue of the same. Tridibesh Roy, IAS Deputy Commissioner, DP-2797 Zunheboto, Nagaland GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

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Cyclonic storm, heavy rain in Arunachal Itanagar, Mar 27 (PTI): A cyclonic storm accompanied by heavy rain lashed Deomali in Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh causing massive damages to several dwellings and uprooting many trees. The cyclone on Sunday also snapped power supply lines and it may take some time to restore electricity, official reports said today. Several roads in and around Deomali have been blocked by the uprooted trees and the local administration and police have swung into action to clear the roads. Many trees have been uprooted along the road between Naharkatia in Assam and Khonsa, the report said adding the Ramakrishna Mission School at Narottam Nagar has badly damaged by the storm.

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OBJECTION NOTICE

Dated Peren the 8th March 2017 NO.PRN/JUD-5/SC/PT-I/2016/451 / Smti. Wiramlung, wife of Lt. Balubo of Jalukie has applied for issue of Succession Certificate in her name to draw GIS/GPF/ Leave encasement/Gratuity/Pension benefit etc. Public are hereby invited to file claims/objections within 30(thirty) days w.e.f date of publication in local papers. If no objection is received from the public within the stipulated time, the Succession Certificate shall be issued in her name. Zarenthung Ezung Deputy Commissioner, Peren : Nagaland

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PFUTSERO: NAGALAND No. Jud-4/SC/2014/222 Dated 24 March 2017

No.Judl-47/2015-16 Dated Wokha the 16th March 2017 Whereas, Shri. Pilamo Ezung, brother of Late Shri. Chungiro Lotha, a resident of Tsungiki village has applied for issue of Succession Certificate to enable him to close PPO No. 11365 and AC No. 11766526269 in favour of his deceased brother Late Shri. Chungiro Lotha, who expired on 21/12/2016. Now therefore, public and relatives are hereby asked to file claims/objections if any, within 30 (thirty) days from the date of issue of this notice. No claims/objections will be entertained after the cut off date and Succession Certificate shall be issued.

Whereas Smti. Musahilu W/o Lt. Musuhu (Ex Chow, Forest Deptt.) of Kikruma Village has applied for issue of Succession Certificate under the Indian Succession Act 1925 to draw the service benefits, and family pension etc. belonging to Late Musuhuhu of Kikruma village, who expired 13-03-3017. Therefore, notice is hereby issued inviting any claims and objections from the public pertaining to the above mentioned property and the same to be submitted to the office of the Additional Deputy Commissioner Pfutsero, within a period of 30 days from issue of this notice. In the event of this office not receiving any claims and objection within the stipulated time, Succession Certificate will be issued to the applicant as prayed for. SANGMAI C.IMLONG Additional Deputy Commissioner, Pfustero K-0823

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In the court of Smti Elizabeth Ngully, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur District, Nagaland Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate of Late Kiheilungle, Deceased, has been filed by Shri/Smti Peisile relation sister R/o Neisatuo Colony to draw his/her family pension, Bank Acct, who expired on 14.2.2017. Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate of the said deceased, may if he/she so desire may appear in this court within 30 days, on the said day of 22/4/17. Given under the hand and seal of the court this 21 day of 3/17. Addl. Deputy Commissioner Dimapur, Nagaland DP-2802

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The Nagaland Directorate Ministerial Service Association (NDMSA) held an emergency Executive Committee meeting on 27th March 2017 and adopted the following resolutions in connection with the demand for implementation of 7th ROP for State Govt. Employees spearheaded by CANSSEA. 1. The NDMSA fully support the legitimate demand of the CANSSEA for implementation of the 7th ROP. 2. The NDMSA direct all the members of the Association to cooperate with the ongoing agitation called by CANSSEA. 3. Representatives and office bearers of the concerned Directorates shall be responsible for enforcing the ongoing agitation in their respective offices. 4. Representatives and office bearers of the concerned Directorates are requested to strictly monitor the attendance of members and report to the NDMSA Executive Body in case of any irregularities. Sd/Sd/(TALI IMSONG) (M RENTHUNGO TUNGOE) President, NDMSA. General Secy.

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Consider alternatives to pellet guns in Kashmir: SC

Supreme Court New Delhi, March 27 (IANS): Telling the Modi government to consider alternatives to pellet guns, the Supreme Court on Monday suggested technology-based solutions to control mobs in Jammu and Kashmir. Pointing out that it appreciated the situation confronting the security forces in Kashmir, Chief Justice Jagdish Singh Khehar, Justice D.Y. Chandrachud and Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul said the alternatives to pellet guns should be “very very technologybased measures” that protect both sides.

The apex court reminded the government that India was a welfare state. Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi said he would get back to the court. The court then granted two weeks for consideration of the alternatives to the pellet guns. The court was hearing a petition filed by the Jammu and Kashmir High Court Bar Association for a ban on the use of pellet guns by security forces. The lawyers’ body had challenged a Jammu and Kashmir High Court order which said that it was en-

tirely for security agencies to decide what kind of force was needed to be used in a given situation. The top court had on December 14, 2016 sought the central government’s response on the Bar Association plea. The Bar Association counsel told the apex court that pellet guns had led to devastating injuries to even those living in nearby areas, including those watching the protests from their homes. However, underlining the involvement of antinational elements, Rohatgi told the court that pellet guns were used only after all other steps, including warnings and lathicharge, were exhausted. Rohatgi said that in 252 attacks on Central Reserve Police Force camps from July 8 to August 11 last year, as many as 1,775 personnel were injured, 79 grievously. Telling the bench that security forces were dealing with “anti-national people” and that national integrity and sovereignty were at stake, the Attorney General said: “How to use, what to use, and in what manner to be used is something that can only be decided on the ground by people dealing with the situation.”

‘India’s temp rose Parl passes Mental Healthcare bill Delhi, March 27 (IANS): The Mental Healthby 0.60 degree New care Bill 2016, which makes provision to protect, promote fulfil the rights of persons during delivery of mental over last 110 yrs’ and healthcare and services, secured parliamentary approval

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Mohan Bhagwat Mumbai, March 27 (IANS): The Shiv Sena on Monday urged the Modi government to consider RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat for the post of Indian President. In a surprise statement, Sena MP and Saamana Executive Editor Sanjay Raut said the National Democratic Alliance - of which Sena is a member - and the BJP in particular should think of the RSS Sarsanghchalak if it wanted to fulfil its dream of achieving a “Hindu Rashtra”.

“This has been discussed in our party. Even Sena President Uddhav Thackeray is of the opinion that for making India a ‘Hindu Rashtra’, Bhagwat should be made the President,” Raut told mediapersons. He said a staunch Hindu nationalist like Modi was the Prime Minister and another Hindutva proponent, Yogi Adityanath, had become Chief Minister of India’s most populous state Uttar Pradesh. “He (Bhagwat) is a strong leader, staunch nationalist, has a deep knowledge of the Constituition. So if the BJP wants to make India a ‘Hindu Rashtra’, his name must be considered. He is the most suitable candidate,” Raut said. Born in Chandrapur in Vidarbha region of Maharashtra, Bhagwat, 66, has headed the RSS since March 2009. The presidential election is due in July.

(IANS): A Hizbul Mujahideen module aiming to disrupt the forthcoming bypoll to the Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag parliamentary constituency was busted with seven militants arrested from Kulgam district on Monday, police said. Kulgam’s Senior Superintendent of Police Shridhar Patel told reporters that police arrested the militants following information about formation of the module by Hizbul commanders. The module’s kingpin, Zuber Ahmad Badar was arrested and a pistol, some bullets and two AK-47 magazines seized from him. “Sustained interrogation of the arrested militant led to arrest of more militants who were part of the module, which had been tasked to attack security forces in order disrupt the by-election in Anantnag parliamentary constituency,” police said.

SC reserves verdict in Dec 16 gang-rape

NEW DELHI, MAR 27 (PTI): The Supreme Court on Monday reserved its verdict on the appeals filed by four death row convicts in the December 16, 2012 gangrape and murder case which shook the country’s conscience. A 3-judge bench headed by Justice Dipak Misra asked the parties concerned to file their written submissions

within a week. During the arguments, senior advocate Sidharth Luthra, appearing for Delhi Police, told the bench that these convicts had “brutalised” the young woman and they deserved to be awarded death penalty. “The offence committed by them (convicts) attracts death penalty. They have not given any mitigating circumstances which could

warrant reduction of the sentence from death penalty which was awarded to them,” he told the bench also comprising Justices R Banumathi and Ashok Bhushan. However, advocate Raju Ramachandran, the amicus curiae in the matter, told the bench that the option of awarding jail term for the whole life to these convicts may also be considered.

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JAMMU, MAR 27 (PTI): Jammu and Kashmir RSS chief Suchait Singh on claimed the “footprints of terror elements” are increasing in West Bengal and accused the Mamata Banerjee government of “engineering terror violence” and “communal politics” in the State. “We express concern over the increasing presence of ‘Jihadist’ elements in West Bengal, the policy of vote-bank appeasement being followed by the state government there and the shrinking population of Hindus in the State,” he told reporters here. The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), at its Akhil Bhartiya Pratinidhi Sabha (ABPS) in Coimbatore, had discussed and passed a resolution expressing grave concern over the alleged rise in violence in West Bengal, Singh said. “The ABPS has strongly condemned the extremist violence and the appeasement policy of the Bengal government,” he said. The J-K RSS chief called upon the countrymen to create awareness against this “Jihadist violence and communal politics of the West Bengal government“.

Referring to the attack on a police station, just 8 km from the IndoBangladesh border in West Bengal’s Malda district, he said the “increasing attacks against security forces is a grave danger to national security“. Singh said, “Hardliner clerics have been issuing fatwas to incite violence, and Hindus have been attacked in several places in West Bengal.” In the border areas, the growing presence of hardliners is forcing Hindu families to flee and they are also behind the fake currency, cow smuggling and illegal migration rackets, he alleged. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) in its probe into the Burdwan Bomb Blast case had found evidence of terror groups being active in several parts of West Bengal, he claimed. Singh also said 57,185 ‘shakhas’ were currently being run at 36,729 places in India, besides 79,675 weekly meetings and monthly ‘sangh mandali’ “People under 45 years age make up for 90% of the attendees at these meetings, of them 53%are students,” he said.

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Action only against illegal abattoirs: U.P. government LUCKNOW, MAR 27 (PTI): The Uttar Pradesh government on Monday cleared the confusion over its action against slaughter houses in the State, saying it was acting only against illegal abattoirs. “We are acting only against illegal abattoirs. Licenced slaughter houses are requested to stick to the norms,” Health Minister Siddhartha Nath Singh told reporters here. “The licenced slaughter houses should comply with the norms mentioned in the licence and need not fear,” he said. “No orders have been issued to take any action against any shop selling chicken, fish or eggs. They need not fear,” he clarified. Singh directed the officials that they should neither act in overenthusiasm nor overstep their jurisdiction.

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t will be grossly inaccurate to suggest that democracy is achieved by having majority in the assembly of elected representatives and that such a majority legitimises every action of the ruler(s). The recent massive landslide won by the BJP in UP was a vote for Modi and all that he promised if the BJP came to power. Instead, that massive mandate has unfolded certain actions of a hardcore Hindu fundamentalist chief minister which are in sharp contrast to the expectations of the voters. The BJP won not because the present chief minister Yogi Adityanath was the party’s face. Yogi Adityanath, head priest at the Gorakhnath math in eastern UP and five time parliamentarian, founded Hindu Yuva Vahini (HYV) to fight ‘Islamikaran’ of the state. The HYV was also at the forefront of forcible conversion of Christians to Hinduism. The voters of UP voted largely for Modi because his promises of good governance and development made more sense because he has proved to be a good administrator. Instead, after giving the thumbs up to Modi, the people of UP have been given someone whom they had no expectation and one who can never even come close to Modi. UP chief minister Jogi Adityanath is the epitome of whatever is wrong with the Hindutva ideology. He has not disappointed when he made clear his government’s intention. Under the recently installed BJP government, police have taken the ridiculous sounding operation ‘Anti Romeo’ to such levels that any unfortunate males caught in the wrong places are rounded up, assaulted and made to do humiliating sit-ups. All this in the name of protecting women. Such high handed acts have only degraded the law enforcement agency into a comical force. It is not known what has made the government to consider such a force to tackle eve teasers and that too under the name ‘Anti-Romeo Squad’. The second ‘priority’ of the BJP government led by Jogi Adityanath was to place abattoirs (slaughter houses) under scanner where those that had not renewed their permits of those operating without permits were closed down. The priority was not about enforcing the rules in a fair manner but to send a strong message to butchers who are mostly from one particular religious community that their days as meat sellers are over. In such an atmosphere, it was not surprising but certainly condemnable that some goons burnt down some abattoirs because today in UP such elements have taken the upper hand because of political patronage. One thing that needs to be understood, is that just because one may not be bribe giver or taker (corrupt); it does not provide such person(s) with a divine right to determine what can and cannot be done. There are laws to ensure that every section of society and whoever they may be and to whatever religion they belong, are treated equally as citizens of India. What can one understand from the dichotomy of Modi’s good governance and development agenda on one hand and the polarisation of society by his own core party leaders at state levels who care a hoot about pluralism and equality? If BJP leaders like Adityanath and others are making highly inflammatory and communal remarks, is it because they know it has the tacit approval of their leader(s)?

DailyDevotion Spiritual Vision Through Personal Character Come up here, and I will show you things which must take place… —Revelation 4:1 A higher state of mind and spiritual vision can only be achieved through the higher practice of personal character. If you live up to the highest and best that you know in the outer level of your life, God will continually say to you, “Friend, come up even higher.” There is also a continuing rule in temptation which calls you to go higher; but when you do, you only encounter other temptations and character traits. Both God and Satan use the strategy of elevation, but Satan uses it in temptation, and the effect is quite different. When the devil elevates you to a certain place, he causes you to fasten your idea of what holiness is far beyond what flesh and blood could ever bear or achieve. Your life becomes a spiritual acrobatic performance high atop a steeple. You cling to it, trying to maintain your balance and daring not to move. But when God elevates you by His grace into heavenly places, you find a vast plateau where you can move about with ease. Compare this week in your spiritual life with the same week last year to see how God has called you to a higher level. We have all been brought to see from a higher viewpoint. Never allow God to show you a truth which you do not instantly begin to live up to, applying it to your life. Always work through it, staying in its light. Your growth in grace is not measured by the fact that you haven’t turned back, but that you have an insight and understanding into where you are spiritually. Have you heard God say, “Come up higher,” not audibly on the outer level, but to the innermost part of your character? “Shall I hide from Abraham what I am doing…?” (Genesis 18:17). God has to hide from us what He does, until, due to the growth of our personal character, we get to the level where He is then able to reveal it.

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hen my husband died I was 23 years old. The next few years were stressful, to put it mildly, and by the time I was 27 my hair had started turning white. I started dyeing when I was in my early thirties. Every month I have a battle with myself. I want to let my hair grow out white - and yet I am scared of the interim two years in which the half white/black hair looks unkempt. A study by the Northern Illinois University and Colorado State University, and published in Applied Animal Behaviour Science, shows that stress has the same effect on dogs. Researchers met 400 owners who answered a 42 item questionnaire on their dog’s behaviour, age and health. These were the findings: Dogs that go through tough times go grey. Young dogs between 1-4, whose owners rated them as very anxious and impulsive, were far more likely to have prematurely grey muzzles than calmer, better treated dogs. To gauge anxiety levels, researchers asked questions about behaviour, including whether the dog destroyed things when left alone, whether the dog had hair loss during vet exams, or when it entered new places, and whether the dog cringed or cowered in response to groups of people. To rate impulsivity, the researchers asked whether the dogs jumped on people, whether they could be calmed, if they had a loss of focus and whether they were hyperactive after exercise. Researchers, who had never met the dogs, graded them on a scale of 0 to 3, with 0 indicating no muzzle grey-

ness and 3 indicating full muzzle greyness. Female dogs had higher levels of greyness than males, researchers found. Moreover, dogs that showed fearfulness toward loud noises, and unfamiliar animals and people, tended to have increased greyness. Other studies published in Experimental Dermatology have shown that stress changes hair colour in mice by accelerating aging. (Political leaders move rapidly to white hair within a few months of taking office.) Colour changes take place all the time in dogs. White dogs tend to develop a rust-coloured stain beneath their eyes, because the tears wet the hair and encourage the growth of a red-tinted yeast which darkens to a brownish colour over time. Stains, from dyes and minerals in a dog’s food and water, show up in dogs with white coats. Minerals found in tap or well water also can stain the hair around his mouth; plastic feeding bowls may harbour tiny cracks that house bacteria which grow in the hair, causing discoloration as they multiply. Artificial colouring in food can transfer to his hair as he eats, leaving him with a stained ring around the mouth. Dogs lick themselves clean during grooming, but this can result in unsightly stains in an otherwise clean coat. Bacteria present in saliva can grow and multiply in the dog’s hair, causing a stain to appear and darken over time. The most common problem areas for licking-caused stains are the legs, paws and netherregions. The most frequent rea-

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White hair will remain son for a dog to persistently lick himself is allergies. The fur is stained brown. It eventually goes away once the allergies clear up. But, many dogs need prescription medications to help with the itching. The most effective medicines are steroids such as prednisone. Black dogs often develop dark brown patches and this is sometimes due to the sun which bleaches the coat to make it lighter. However, colour patches are also due to malnutrition. Sometimes steroids, antifungals, chlorambucil, or antacids change the coat colour. A deficiency of copper or tyrosine in the food can also cause the colour of the coat to change. Copper-rich foods are shellfish, beans, nuts, kidney & liver, whole grains, sesame seeds, barley, turnip greens, and molasses and tyrosine-rich foods-tofu, lima beans, yogurt, cheese, chicken, bananas. An excess of zinc then interferes with copper absorption . Zinc-rich foods include legumes, cereals, meat. If the dog is getting more zinc-rich foods than copper-rich foods an imbalance causes a black coat to lighten. Milk and eggs interfere with copper absorption. The dog needs a varied diet. Black hair fading to brown is another example of how

important food is to pet health. Excessive or harsh shampoos also affect Dobermans, Dachshunds, Great Danes, Yorkshire Terriers, Whippets, and Greyhounds and cause their coats to change colour. There are a number of medical conditions that can cause hair loss, or changes in pigmentation, in dogs. These range from infectious skin conditions, such as mange and flea dermatitis, to hormonal deficiencies such as hypothyroidism or Cushing’s disease, to more serious illnesses such as cancer. Cushing’s disease is a hormonal defect that causes changes in coat colour in dogs. There is an increase in corticosteroids in the body in this disease - either due to increased production by the body, or as a side effect of high doses, or prolonged therapy with corticosteroids. Hair loss, thinning of skin, hyperpigmentation, easy bruising, seborrhea, black heads, lethargy, increased thirst and urination and pot-bellied appearance, are common signs of this. Hypothyroidism, resulting from decreased production of thyroid hormone, is another hormonal disorder that affects the skin and hair in dogs. Hair loss, dry and brittle hair, seborrhea;

secondary bacterial and yeast infections and changes in skin pigmentation may occur. Malassezia pachydermatis is a yeast found on the skin and ears of dogs. Though a normal inhabitant of these regions, an abnormal overgrowth of the yeast can cause dermatitis, or inflammation of the skin. Patches of skin becoming darker and epidermal thickening, irritation of skin and loss of hair are common signs in this disease. Malassezia dermatitis can affect any breed of dog, but these breeds are more prone: poodles, basset hounds, cocker spaniels, and dachshunds. Sometimes the nose colour of a dog changes. Black noses turn chocolate brown to light pink; more common in Yellow Labs, Golden Retrievers, Poodles, and Dobermans. There is no known cause and no remedy. Lentigo is inherited in pugs and involves circular brownish-black areas of coloration. Dachshunds have an inherited problem called Acanthosis in which the skin darkens. Puppies sometimes change colour as they mature. For instance, Dalmatians and Australian cattle dogs start off pale and get their markings as they age. Great Dane puppies start mostly black and get more tan as they mature. Beagles do the same. Finally, some breeds do change colour over their lifetimes. Bearded Collies have a dominant greying gene. Born jet black, the coat turns to light silver in a year and then grey as the dog grows. Old English Sheepdogs also have this

gene. The ravages of time affect everyone who is lucky enough to age. Skin and hair are especially susceptible to changes relating to maturing. As an individual goes through life, hair changes. It may grow thinner, coarser. It may change colour. It is especially common for darkly pigmented hair to become lighter. Pigment takes a great deal of energy for the body to make. Bodies are prone to directing resources towards other needs. Like people, dogs tend to lose pigmentation in their fur as they get older. Generally, white or greying fur on an elderly or middle-aged dog is most noticeable around the muzzle, although white or grey hairs can spring up throughout the dog’s entire coat. If your dog is advanced in years but otherwise healthy, then greying or thinning hair is most likely nothing to worry about. Dogs are incredibly sensitive beings who pick up on our emotions and energy very quickly. They do not deal at all well with anxiety, stress and negative energy. Too much stress, such as constant arguing and fighting in the house, can cause dogs to suddenly lose their fur or get white hair. They can be disturbed by changes in routines, new homes or loud noises, travelling, and going to the vet. After removing the source of the stress from the dog’s environment, or removing the dog from the stressful situation, its fur will most likely grow back in time – but the white hair will remain. To join the animal welfare movement contact gandhim@nic.in, www. peopleforanimalsindia.org

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have been struggling with the understanding of Naga customary law. I have also been trying to read as much about it. On several discussions with lawyers and sociologists, the same issues pop up. • It is not codified and difficult to do so. • It is very heterogenous – varies from tribe to tribe and village to village • To get a unified homogenous, user friendly and just law that is acceptable to all sections of Naga society is a huge task • There are good possibilities of it being biased and subjective. We all understand the benefits of customary law as well as the problems with it. If we have lived for a reasonable time in Nagaland, we have been affected or benefited from it sometime or the other. The Indian legal system can be expensive, exhausting, difficult to access or the proceedings gets prolonged indefinitely at times. It is coded, comprehensive, objective, rational and time tested. However, like any man made system, it is not foolproof and can be manipulated by the rich and powerful. The customary law practices are more accessible, user friendly, less expensive and rapid in dispensation of justice. On several occasions, it has protected us from being overrun by the mainland. However, it is also not foolproof and can be manipulated or biased and subjective. It is not comprehensive enough and open to a wide range of interpretation due to its oral nature of transmission. The questions that arise are • Shouldn’t any law be codified and standardized? • Who is the guardian/ custodian of Customary law? • What is the court of appeal when we feel that some injusticehas been dispensed by customary courts? • What is the jurisdiction of customary law? Does it cover everything that Naga society undergoes? What does it not cover? What is the geographical area of coverage? Can my village law cover me if I live in Dimapur or in Shillong? • What is the training provided to the guardians of customary law? Is there a standard

curriculum for training like the LLB or LLM? Is training necessary at all? • If it is transmitted by word of mouth, could there be a mistransmission in the process. How do we safeguard against this? • Is the customary law infallible? Where are the gaps in the customary law? • Is customary law always just? • Is it biased towards a particular gender and unfair towards another? • Can it be amended in times to come or do we continue with it 200 years from now? Naga society is fast changing. Would my great great grandfather’s wisdom in his original context be relevant to us in a globalized, different world 50 years from now? • What is the process of amendment? Who should amend it? • When is a good time to get it amended and under what circumstances should this be done? What should the process of amendment look like? • What is the criteria for excommunication? Who has the right to excommunicate? Village chief/council or Tribal Hoho? • What is range of issues for which a person should be excommunicated. Would it be adultery, drug peddling, murder, deceit, theft, marrying out of the clan’s norms, refusal to vote for the village choice for a certain candidate or just being antiestablishment? Is there a role for a difference of opinion and freedom of speech under customary law? Do we all have to conform compulsorily? • In olden times, Naga villages were sovereign, fiercely independent and did not come under any other authority. We did not have towns. Tribes were not aggregated together under one group/ Hoho. Can the tribal Hoho now take authority over the village council? With the bewildering present number of organizations coming up, who really represents the Nagas? • In Naga Christian society, would some of the customary laws actually be against Christian principles? • Naga society is still partly animistic though a very small minority. Can customary law be recreated in a way that is comprehensive and covers both

groups of people? • When do we apply customary law and when do we apply the Indian legal system? Is there a role for having a hybrid system that is unique for Naga society? • What has happened to other cultures around the world who have customary law? Do they retain and hold on to it in its original form or do they also adapt and evolve in their customary laws? The number of questions are many and will continue. I am sure others will have several more unanswered questions to ask. Most folks I have met agree that there needs to be some sort of codification and standardization required. The status quo cannot continue. There has to be courage to face this head on and take up the challenge of restructuring customary law. Customary law has a lot of good useful stuff, which should not be thrown away. The issue is who should take up the task of restructuring customary law in a way that is acceptable, just, objective and comprehensive. Should it be a combination of the Church, expert lawyers, anthropologists, researchers and sociologists?I do not know. My suggestion is if the Bar association of Nagaland or the church initiate the process, that would be a starter. Finally, the Government of the day needs to take responsibility. I would suggest that an expert group initiated by the Government composed of Naga scholars – both within and abroad, credible intellectuals, lawyers, Church, sociologists start the process by recording the spectrum of customary law across Naga society, tribes and villages. They can then draft an initial document and invite debate or opinions from Naga society before finalizing on a proper codified standard. The task will be huge and so if they could start by at least embarking on 10 most contentious issues in Naga society today, that would be a beginning. Not to do so would be postponing inevitable future chaos. Especially when the present generation of experts in customary law have moved on. Sedevi Angami, Dimapur

A patriotic song of our own

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od bless America, land that I love, Stand beside her, and guide her, Through the night with a light from above. From the mountains, to the prairie, To the oceans white with foam. God bless America, My home sweet home. This is part of an American patriotic song composed by an American named Irving Berlin a hundred years ago. But somehow it has edged its way into our Naga tradition. So much so that it can be heard at solemn gatherings, conferences, assemblies,… pretty much everywhere. It is an essential part of almost every School handbook in our state albeit with some basic but necessary alterations in the lyrics. But alterations or not, we live with the fact that for all our talk of patriotism and nationalism, we have an American Cub Scout campfire song as our unofficial (or is it official?) state anthem. Now that we have our own musicians and composers making waves around the globe, isn’t it time we presented ourselves with a Nagaland song of our own? One which we can

sing here and abroad? I mean it would be awkward if our young ones upped and belted out our “God Bless My Nagaland” to audiences in the United States claiming it as our state anthem – if it hasn’t happened already. Granted that it is a good song possibly destined for immortality, but not for us. In this global village that we consider ourselves part of, we need a song of our own, something unique and original to rally around. Something which will, hopefully, be known and accepted by other nations in the future. Let us come up with an original Naga anthem. We have so much material to work with and so much talent to make it happen. The old song is at best, a borrowed song which has outlived its usefulness and remains as a symbol of the identity crisis of us Nagas, young or old. Let us respectfully restore it to its original state and ship it back home. We don’t need it any more. Kuknalim. Kiyezhe Assumi, PadumPukhuri, Dimapur, (kjassumi@gmail.com)

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Appeal to minister of Health and Family Welfare

An RCC double storey was constructed for District Hospital, Wokha for Trauma Centre, District Diagnostic Centre for health care which was proposed more than two decades ago, but no staff had been appointed till date. The building is standing like a monolith only. After you had taken over as the minister for Health and Family welfare, number of letters for appointment of staff for the centre were written, but till today no action had been undertaken. Old age patients, poor patients are unable to go outside for treatments, so the Health and Family Welfare Department should address this at the earliest. The minister personally visited the District Hospital and had seen everything but nothing has transpired till date. The building was constructed in my Jhum land without paying compensation. Instead of keeping the building like a monolith it would be far better for the land owner to occupy the land and use it for public utility. May you be re-elected, but you may not be assigned the same portfolio, so while you are still here please appoint staff for the Trauma Centre and District Diagnostic Centre for Health Care, so that your name would be remembered forever. Let your light shine before men, they may see your good deeds and praise your father in heaven. (Matt 5:16). Rikhyo Kikon Lotha, Land Owner District Hospital, Wokha

Reader’s note: Articles or letters published in any of the columns do not reflect the view of this newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

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KVK, ATMAs conduct programmes for farmers The camp was led by subject matter specialist (animal science), Dr. Debojyoti Borkotoky and assisted by supporting staff Setsonyi Puro and Zakahi. More than 500 poultry birds were immunized against Ranikhet disease. Veterinary counseling and treatment to the ailing animals was provided to livestock farmers of the village. Free anthelmintic medicines and mineral mixture for chicken, pig, thotho, rabbit, dog and cat were made available to the farmers of the village. Animal health promoting medication was provided to the farmers to boost the immunity of their animals against various livestock diseases. ATMA Kobulong block: ATMA Kobulong block in collaboration with the department of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry, Mokokchung organized a field day on prevention and control of animal diseases (swine fever and rabies) through vaccination at Kobulong on March 20. Charing the programme, EAC Kobulong Trongthipa expressed gratitude to the team for organizing the same and encouraged the beneficiaries to have awareness on vaccination as animal dis-

ease outbreak could trigger significant economic loss and also have a direct impact on public health. The programme was organised with an aim to promote animal health by preventing/reducing the occurrence of animal diseases and to support farming and the rural economy. AT M A C h e s s o r e block: ATMA, Chessore block Tuensang conducted demonstration, capacity building and mobilization of farmers at Chessore and K.Longsore village on March 17 and 18. The programme was organised with an aim to impart scientific and technical knowledge to the farmers. The resource persons were Sunep Ajem BTM and Wapang ATM. The resource persons emphasised on organic manuring, sticky trap, dormancy and spacing of maize, piggery and fishery. At the programme, Kingso Women Food Security Group was also mobilised and formed. Altogether 30 farmers attended the training. AT M A K o h i m a , KVK Tesophenyu: ATMA Kohima team along with KVK Tesophenyu or ganised farmer-scientist interaction programme on March 14, at Rusoma and Tuophema villages under

Kohima district. During the interaction KVK scientist plant pathology, Micheal Pienyü and soil science, Zhiete suggested the use of neem oil to control pest and disease outbreak such as leaf curl disease of citrus. Farm school teacher Lhoutsolie of Touphema village said that a total number of 2000 orange plants in the orchard and bearing of oranges and harvesting had commenced since 4 years of planting. He also highlighted about the importance of Bordeaux paste to protect the plants from diseases in orchard farm. The importance of clipping the water sprouts branches to promote healthy growth of the plant and to maximize the bearing capacity of the plants was highlighted along with demonstration and the farmers were encouraged to go for half moon terracing in order to control soil erosion. Meanwhile, the team also visited the FIG Medze krotho at Rusoma which was formed in 2016. The FIG consisted of 12 members undertaking various crop and vegetable cultivations such as potato, maize, leek, ginger and other seasonal crops. During the interaction the ill-effects of DDT usage

was explained in detail. Use of bio fertilizer was encouraged. In regard, to the new upcoming gover nment policies the KVK scientist highlighted about gender mainstreaming that focus to promote and improves the women condition in agriculture. ATMA Tuensang: ATMA Tuensang, Shamator block organized demonstration programme and mobilization of farmer groups on March 14 and 15, at Sangphur village and Samator town respectively. During the training programme, mobilization of farmers group programme ATM Lanrhonthung Ezung conducted demonstration on cultivation of cauliflower and its pest and disease management. Re s o u r c e p e r s o n , Chemlila HEA, Horticulture department Tuensang conducted demonstration on cultivation of mushroom and stressed on its economic importance. ATM Lanrhonthung Ezung also gave demonstration on pant propagation by air-layering. New FSG under the nomenclature “SHENUNG FSG” was formed at Shamator Town. Altogether 30 farmers attended the programme.

WCYO, CRPO condemn March 3 assault IRCS Wokha organizes medical camp D I M A P U R : We s t e r n any untoward incident. CRPO stated that this CRPO: Chozuba Range Public Organization (CRPO) has said that it has taken serious note of the assault and threat to one of its members, Pothita Phesao on March 3. \ A condemnation note by CRPO president, Puyoyi Nyekha and general secretary, Vesüpra Luruo stated that on March 3, while Pothita Phesao was at his site for developmental works, the perpetrator without any provocation had “physically assaulted and verbally abused Pothita”.

type of “unprovoked assaults and threats should not become a norm and cannot be condoned or tolerated in a civilized society”. CRPO also endorsed the ultimatum issued by the Yorübami Village Council, a constituent village of the CRPO, which was published in the local dailies on March 25. It also appealed to the law enforcement agencies to book the culprit, so that justice was carried out at the earliest without further delay.

Indian Red Cross Society Wokha unit medical team after conducting medical camp.

DIMAPUR: Indian Red Cross Society Wokha unit organized free medical camp at Wozhuro town on March 25. According to DIPR, the team was led by DC and chairman Red Cross Society

Wokha unit, Wezope Kenye and accompanied by chief medical officer, medical superintendent and other officials. Ten doctors from District hospital Wokha conducted the medical camp.

D u r i n g t h e c a m p, around 160 persons from Phiro, Shaki, Sankitong, Totsu and Merayan villages were checked for various health ailments. Free medicines were also distributed to them.

NPF Dimapur division organised fund drive for March 22 fire victims on March 25 and handed the items to Muslim Council Dimapur (MCD) relief camp at Khermahal. NPF Dimapur division members along with GB Khermahal, members of MCD and fire victims.

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Chakhesang Youth Organisation (WCYO) has condemned the physical assault on Pothita Phesao, son of former chief minister Vamuzo Phesao, allegedly by one Hukuto Zhimomi while the former “was carrying out developmental work on his legitimate plot of land in a peaceful manner.” In a condemnation note, WCYO president Shelapa Rhakho and general secretary Likhro Kreo stated they strongly condemn the physical assault, verbal abuse and threat to slit Pothita’s throat if he ever comes back to the plot adding such person should not be roaming freely in any civilise society. The organisation also stated that the arrest made by the police was yet to submit the chargesheet to the court. In this regard, WCYO demanded the police to submit the chargesheet and arrest the culprit immediately so as not to aggravate things further, failing which, WCYO warned the government would be held responsible in case of

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ment the 7th ROP with effect from April 2018, as announced by chief minister Dr. Shürhozelie in the 12th Nagaland Legislative Assembly on March 24, 2017, then the government employees would be deprive of the “7th ROP for six years (2+2+2=6), which will be a tremendous loss in one’s service career of the Nagaland Govt. employees”. ANSTA also claimed that since 7th ROP was introduced for Central employees, inflation has flared up in the whole country from last year. In such a situation, ANSTA said if state government failed to grant the 7th ROP to its employees in due time, the State employees would be facing twice price rise/ hike in one pay revision due to difference in its implementation date and may likely lead to economic crisis in the near future. Therefore, since Central government employees have been granted 7th ROP as per the recommendation of 7th Pay Commission from January 2016, ANSTA appealed State government to implement the 7th ROP w.e.f March 1, 2017 as demanded by CANSSEA after considering the financial constraint of the State government.

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7th ROP. In a press release, ANDMSA general secretary, T. Limhachan Kithan, has informed all the units to be vigilant and cooperate with the CANSSEA for the welfare of the state employees. ANSTA: All Nagaland School Teachers Association (ANSTA) has resolved to support any form of protest/agitation called by CANSSEA till the demand for implementation of 7th ROP (with effect from March 1, 2017) is fulfilled. In this regard, ANSTA president Ponchulo Wanth and treasurer Temjenyapang urged upon CANSSEA to remain firm on its ground as the demand was legitimate and every government servant in the State was behind them. ANSTA stand was that in every pay revision, State government lagged behind by two or more years in implementation. In case of 5th ROP, ANSTA said State government implemented in 1998, while central government implemented in 1996, also the 6th ROP was effective in the State from 2008 as compared to Central government in 2006. In the event, ANSTA said that State government imple-

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GST (Compensation to States) Bill, 2017 that provides for mechanism for making good any loss of revenue of states from introduction of GST in first five years of rollout. These four bills will be taken up for discussion together. Another mirror legislation of CGST, called State-GST, will amalgamate all state taxes like VAT, will be levied by states and has to be approved by all state legislatures. Together, CGST and SGST will enable the GST incidence of 40 per cent. GST will not apply to Jammu and Kashmir. The CGST Bill also provides for e-commerce companies to collect tax at source at a rate not exceeding 1 per cent of net value of taxable supplies, out of payments to suppliers supplying goods or services through their portals.

(From p-1) NFASA: Nagaland Finance & Accounts Service Association (NF&ASA) has stated that its executive committee at a meeting on March 27, 2017 unanimously decided to support the “genuine demand” spearheaded by CANSSEA for implementation of 7th ROP In a press release, NF&ASA president, RN Yanthan, and general secretary, Temsu Longkumer, stated that the association in its support to the agitation observed strict pen down strike in all treasuries and sub treasuries across Nagaland and wherever NF&ASA members were posted. NNF&ASA affirmed that it would participate in the ongoing agitation till the genuine demands were met. The association has directed all its members to cooperate and participate in any form of agitation as decided by CANSSEA. It warned that strict action would be initiated against the defaulters. ANDMSA: All Nagaland District Ministerial Service Association (ANDMSA) has also extended its “unflinching support” to the CANSSEA on the genuine demand for implementation of

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cesses. CGST provides for a maximum tax of 20 per cent. Actual rates would however be a four-tier tax structure of 5, 12, 18 and 28 per cent as approved by the GST Council. The peak rate of 40 per cent is only an enabling provision for financial emergencies. A Union Territory GST Bill will take care of taxation in UTs of Chandigarh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. A Bill on IntegratedGST -- to be levied and collected by the Centre on inter-state supply of goods and services, was also introduced in the Lok Sabha. The IGST law provides for a maximum tax of 40 per cent. Jaitley also introduced a fourth legislation called

ACAUT made it clear, that the Patton “is not above Indian constitution and state policy” and therefore as home minister, he “has no choice but to cancel all the backdoor appointments in home department” and then call for open recruitment as per Article 16 of the Indian constitution and state reservation policy. ACAUT also appealed to ENPO and other backward tribes to “voice out and fight for their rights of 768 posts” so as to “help usher into a leap and bound economic and social uplift of our backward brothers.” ACAUT said the home minister had “created negative parliamentary history and wrong precedence” by implicating police officers for backdoor appointments instead of taking responsibility. ACAUT said this clearly proved that Patton “is not in control of the department but the fiefdoms of commandants and SPs” and turning the legislative and executive branches of democracy in Nagaland into a mockery. ACAUT said the situation in Nagaland is that tens of thousands of educated unemployed sit for NPSC examinations every year, while backdoor appointments have going on in the home department and have outpaced NPSC recruitments for the past four years. ACAUT has demanded that appointments of ABSI/ UBSI be restored back for requisitioning by the NPSC as in the past.

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New Delhi, Mar 27 (PTI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today introduced in Lok Sabha four bills on Goods and Services Tax, providing for a maximum GST rate of 40 per cent, an anti- profiteering authority and arrests for evading taxes. With this, rollout of GST - the biggest tax reform since independence - has entered the last lap and its passage by Parliament will pave the way for integrating India as one market with one rate of tax replacing multiple state and central levies. Jaitley introduced a Central Goods and Service Tax or CGST bill which will amalgamate all the indirect central government levies like sales tax, service tax, excise duty, additional customs duty (Countervailing Duty), special additional duty of customs, surcharges and

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European Union, and we forge a new role for ourselves in the world, the strength and stability of our union will become even more important,” she told staff from the Department for International Development in East Kilbride in southern Scotland. “When we work together and set our sights on a task, we really are an unstoppable force,” she

Far-right candidate for the presidential election Marine Le Pen delivers a speech during a meeting in Lille, northern France, Sunday, March 26, 2017.

accusing her main rivals, centrist Emmanuel Macron and conservative Francois Fillon, of “treason” for their pro-EU, pro-market policies. While predicting the EU’s demise, she was careful to say she would seek to replace it with “another Europe,” which she called “the Europe of the people”, based on a loose coopera-

tive of nations. “It must be done in a rational, well-prepared way,” she told Le Parisien daily in an interview. “I don’t want chaos. Within the negotiation calendar I want to carry out ... the euro would be the last step because I want to wait for the outcome of elections in Germany in the autumn before renegotiating it.”

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Mopong Hongkong Educated Unemployed Youth (MHEUY) Theme : “Social and Cultural Awakening” Date : 1 April 2017

Venue : Mopong EAC Hq

Chief Guest : Shri Khekaho Assumi Hon’ble Parliamentary Secretary Youth Resource and Sports Chairperson : Miss Eji Wangnyu

ORDER OF THE PROGRAMME 1. Arrival of Chief Guests Putin critic Navalny jailed after protests across Russia.

but it is impossible to arrest millions,” the 40-year-old lawyer said. About 7,000 to 8,000 people demonstrated in Moscow on Sunday, according to police figures, making it one of the biggest unauthorised rallies in President Vladimir Putin’s 17 years in power. The Kremlin called the protest “a provocation and a lie”, and claimed minors had been promised “financial rewards” to participate.

2. Invocation Prayer

: Shri. Honba, Pastor, MTBC

3. Welcome address

: Mr. S. Kaiba, President, MHEUY Ünu Rha Mee

6. Short Speech

: Shri N. Chaohong, President, KU Longching Unit

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: Chief Guest

8. Vote of Thanks

: Engo Konyak, VC Chairman, Yonghong Village :

9. Cultural Presentation

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Government Middle School Disaguphu held its 7th Annual Sports Week from 22nd-24th March, 2017 at the School Compound

Amongla T. Jamir, Head Teacher GMS Disagupha

WENYILO VENUH PELE LASUH LHIMESE TSIDO Chairman, Mesulumi Village Council. President, Mesulumi Youth Society. President, Mesulumi Student’s Union. K-0825

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The Changki Senso Telongjem Mokokchung would like to congratulate Prof. N. Sakutemsu Jamir, Deptt of Botany and Acting Vice Chancellor of Nagalang University for being Awarded The T.M.Hynniewta Biodiversity Gold metal for the year 2016 by the East Himalaya Society for Spermatophyte Taxonomy, for his life long contribution in exploring and understanding the Biodiversity and Ethnobotany of North East India. We wish him further success in his future endeavors. God bless him. DC-596

The Dimapur Riphyim Union (DRU) is honoured and proud to extend our heartiest congratulation and profoundest appreciation to the following esteemed members. 1. Mr. Thungbemo Patton (NCS) EAC, promoted to SDO (Civil) 2. Er. Khumben Patton (Executive Engineer, BSNL) promoted to Superintending Engineer (BSNL). Further, the DRU wishes them sound health to scale more success in their future endeavour. K Mhonthung Odyuo Sharon Patton Chairman, DRU Gen. Secy., DRU

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FELICITATION The Khukiye Lukhai Students' Union would like to acknowledge and honour Shri. Vikuto Zhimo for being promoted to Sub-Division Education Officer (SDEO) Pughuboto and Shri. Hekishe Awomi to Assistant Horticulture Officer (A.H.O) Zunheboto. The Union further congratulates both of them for bringing laurels towards our union and wish them success in their future endeavours. INAHOTO WOTSA President, KLSU

KITO K. AWOMI Vice President, KLSU

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SUKHALU GHAMI WELFARE SOCIETY DIMAPUR DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

We the Sukhalu Ghami would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Smti. Viholi A. Assumi on her promotion from the post of Asst. Headmistress G.H.S Kuhuboto to the post of Headmistress G.H.S Nihoto, Dimapur. The union take immense pride and pleasure on her achievement. The dedication and sincerity towards her work will be looked upon as an inspiration for all. We wish her all the very best on her new position and pray that Almighty God continue to grant her wisdom and good health as she takes new challenges and responsibility. NITOVI YEPTHO Chairman

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With immense pride and honour, we the Mesulumi Village Council, Mesulumi Youth Society and Mesulumi Students' Union extend, our heartiest congratulations to Shri. Kezhienyi Khalo on being promoted to Deputy Commandant. We felicitate him for bringing laurels to our Village and wish him good health and success in his future endeavours.

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On the First day of the occasion, the Chief Guest, Er. A Atuba Imsong, Block Development Officer, Dhansiripar, exhorted the students as well as the whole community, from Mahatma Gandhi's famous Quote, "To work as if there is no tomorrow and never cease to learn as if we are immortal". In addition to that, his daughter, Miss. Lendina, studying in Delhi Public School, Sonepat, Haryana delivered a short speech to the students and promised a gift hamper to the top most rank among the students from the School academic. Earlier SMC, Chairman gave the welcome speech followed by presentation by Mrs. Amongla T. Jamir, Head Teacher of the School. The function was chaired by Miss. Kathy, Teacher, GMS Disaguphu.

trapped inside the building complex were evacuated amid much firing. While that went on, two blasts within a kilometre of the buildings killed six persons, including two police officers and injured over 40 others. The building owner earlier said a couple, Kauser Ali and Morjina Begum, rented a lower-storey flat, three months ago. It appears they made the place a militant hideout, the bdnews24.com reported.

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The Natsumi Mishika Kumlami Kuqhakulu take immense pride and pleasure to convey our heartiest congratulations to our esteemed member Shri. Sukhavi G. Swu on being promoted to the post of Asst. Head Master at Nito Govt. High School Education Dept. The Union further wishes him good health and success in his future endeavours. Danel Assumi Hotoi Kiho Secretary, NMKK President, NMKK

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risks” involved in it. On Friday, Sylhet police and personnel from police’s counterterrorism unit cordoned off a housing complex at Shibbari neighbourhood. Army commandos took charge of the operation from the police on Saturday and began the assault on the complex housing a five-storey and a fourstorey building. The two buildings have 30 flats with as many families living in them. Seventy-eight persons

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There was no prior intelligence of his intent – or of the plot,” she had said. T h e d e t a i l s h ave emerged as Scotland Yard confirmed lst night that a 30-year-old man is the latest arrest made during a string of raids in Birmingham. “A new arrest has been made as part of the investigation being carried out by the Met’s counter-terrorism command into the Westminster attack,” a Metropolitan Police statement said. The man, who was detained on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts, brings the total number of arrests to 12.

Locals said they could hear bursts of automatic weapons and explosions again after 6 a.m. on Monday. On Sunday, an Army spokesperson said at least two militants have been killed inside the building. “There are several more well-trained operatives active inside the hideout,” Brigadier General Fakhrul Ahsan told the media in Sylhet. He said the assault was far from over and pointed to “considerable

With immense pride and honour, the MGOA convey heartiest congratulations to Shri. K.Khalo on his promotion to the Rank of Deputy Commandant, Govt. of Nagaland Police Service. The Association pray that the Almighty God bless him good health and guide him in his new assignment. Dr. Pewezo Khalo Er. Khrozo Letro President, MGOA Secretary, MGOA

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old Muslim convert, born Adrian Russell Ajao in Kent region of England, dropped off the radar of intelligence officials some time before the terror attack in London last Wednesday. The details connect with British Prime Minister Theresa May’s statement in the House of Commons last week. “What I can confirm is that the man was British born and that – some years ago – he was once investigated in relation to concerns about violent extremism. He was a peripheral figure. The case is historic – he was not part of the current intelligence picture.

DHAKA, MAR 27 (IANS): The Bangladesh Army on Monday continued for a fourth day a drive in Sylhet against militants holed up in an apartment building, the media reported. Eight persons have been killed so far. After a lull after Sunday afternoon, sporadic gunfire and explosions were heard from the building at Shibbari on the outskirts of Sylhet since midnight, bdnews24.com reported.

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The Khar Students' Union heartily congratulates the following on their service promotions. 1) Smti. Imtilemla - Joint Commissioner of Taxes, Department of Taxes, Nagaland. 2) Er. Tiameren Walling - Superintendent Engineer, Department of PWD (R&B) Nagaland. 3) Dr. Imchatoshi - Promoted to the rank of Deputy Director, Department of House and Family Welfare, Nagaland. 4) Shri. K. Mendangsangba Jamir - Joint Director, Directorate of Treasuries and Accounts. 5) Smti. Nungsangmenla Walling - Headmaster, Department of School Education, Nagaland. 6) Smti. Nokchayangla - Headmaster, Department of School Education, Nagaland. 7) Shri. Imkongmeren Ao- Deputy Commandant, Nagaland Police. 8) Shri. Lolenyongdang Longkumer - Technical Supervisor, Department of Information and Public Relations, Nagaland. 9) Shri. Aolepsa Jamir - SDO (PHE) Nagaland. The Union wishes good health and further success. Jongpong Longkumer President

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L O N D O N, M A R 2 7 (PTI): Khalid Masood, the man behind the terrorist attack on the UK Parliament, was investigated as a potential extremist by Britain’s intelligence services as early as 2010. Masood, who rammed a high-speed car into pedestrians on Westminster Bridge before storming a gate outside Parliament armed with two knives killing four people and injuring 50 others, first came to the attention of MI5 six years ago after returning to the UK from Saudi Arabia where he had been teaching English, the Guardian reported. However, the 52-year-

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M O S C OW, M A R 2 7 (AGENCIES): Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was sentenced to 15 days behind bars and fined Monday after staging the biggest anti-corruption protests in years, an act branded a “provocation” by the Kremlin. The United States and the European Union have voiced deep concern after Navalny and more than 1,000 others were detained in the Moscow protest on Sunday, with the State Department describing the arrests as as an “affront to democracy”. A Moscow district court ordered Navalny to serve 15 days in jail after having found him guilty of disobeying police orders. He was fined 20,000 rubles ($350) for having organised an unsanctioned protest. The lawyer turned activist, 40, who has announced plans to run for president next year, called Sunday’s protests after publishing a report accusing Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev of controlling a property empire through a shadowy network of nonprofit organisations. “The authorities are being accused of multi-million theft, but they remain silent,” a haggard-looking Navalny said in court, insisting the protests were legal. “More than 1,000 people were arrested yesterday

PARIS, MAR 27 (AGENCIES): The European Union will disappear, French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen told a rally on Sunday, promising to shield France from globalisation as she sought to fire up her supporters in the final four weeks before voting gets underway. Buoyed by the unexpected election of Donald Trump in the United States and by Britain’s vote to leave the EU, the leader of the eurosceptic and antiimmigrant National Front (FN) party, told the rally in Lille that the French election would be the next step in what she called a global rebellion of the people. “The European Union will die because the people do not want it anymore ... arrogant and hegemonic empires are destined to perish,” Le Pen said to loud cheers and applause. “The time has come to defeat globalists,” she said,

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SEOUL, MAR 27 (AFP): South Korean prosecutors sought an arrest warrant today for ousted president Park Geun-Hye, they said, days after questioning her over the corruption and abuse of power scandal that brought her down. Park, 65, had her removal from office confirmed by the country’s top court earlier this month, ending her executive immunity, and her prosecution has been a key demand of the millions of people who took to the streets to protest against her. The former president is accused of multiple offences including bribery, leaking government information, and abuse of power in the scandal.

in the bloc. Just two days before the British leader launches the formal divorce procedure with the EU, May wants to try to stem demands in Scotland for a new independence referendum which could rip apart the world’s fifth largest economy and encourage nationalists in Northern Ireland to follow suit. “As Britain leaves the

BRISBANE, MAR 27 (IANS): Thousands of residents in Australia’s Queensland state were ordered to evacuate on Monday as a severe tropical cyclone approaches land, bringing with it powerful winds and heavy rain. The storm, named Debbie, is set to intensify from a category 3 to category 4 cyclone before it makes landfall near the town of Ayr on Tuesday morning, CNN reported. It is forecast to pack gusts of up to 150 mph as well as flash flooding and storm surges as high as four metres. The severe weather claimed the life of a 31year-old woman in a car crash on Sunday night near the town of Proserpine. Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said on Monday that 3,500 residents had already been evacuated.

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Theresa May gives a speech at the Department for International Development’s office at Abercrombie House in East Kilbride Scotland Monday March 27, 2017.

added. May is a fierce unionist and hopes to stall plans by Sturgeon to hold a new referendum on independence in late 2018 or early 2019 after the country voted against breaking away in 2014 by 55 to 45 percent. A debate in the Scottish parliament before voting on Sturgeon’s proposal was suspended last week when an attacker, later identified as British-born Khalid Masood, plowed his car into pedestrians and tried to force his way into parliament in London, killing four. He was shot dead. That debate is due to resume on Tuesday. Sturgeon says the British leader has all but ignored the demands of Scotland such as maintaining preferential access to the EU’s lucrative single market - something May has ruled out.

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EAST KILBRIDE (SCOTLAND), MAR 27 (AGENCIES): British Prime Minister Theresa May told Scotland on Monday unity was crucial to Britain winning a good divorce deal from the European Union, in a new attempt to persuade the Scottish government to step back from independence demands. Before meeting Scotland’s first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, who has accused May of intransigence over her Brexit talks, the British leader told staff working on international aid that together, the United Kingdom was “an unstoppable force”. May is battling to keep the United Kingdom together after Britain’s vote to leave the European Union revealed deep divisions, with England and Wales voting for Brexit, while Scotland and Northern Ireland supported staying

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2nd session of the annual youth day of Chetheba Town Baptist Church (CTBC), Christian Youth Endeavour (CYE) concluded at Chetheba Town Baptist Chruch on March 26. The three-day annual meet was held from March 24-26 under the theme “In step with God”. For the meet, the youths were divided into three groups; Galatians (junior team Chetheba), Philippians (senior team

Chetheba) and Ephesians (Kohima sector). Altogether 96 members were registered as the choir members. The praise and worship team was led by Agape College, Dimapur who came along with the main speaker Thepukhoyi Kezo, lecturer, Agape College, Dimapur. At the annual meet, one-day workshop was introduced on the topic ‘the value to youth life’ and the program was moderated by

Vezokho Swuro. The annual meet also saw the group competing in different events such as solo, duet, theme song, group indigenous etc. For theme song competition, Ephesians was adjudged first and Phillipians 2nd position while in group indigenous song, 1stposition was bagged by Galatians and 2nd by Ephesians. On the second day, sports activities such as volleyball and tug-of-war

were held. The sports were enlisted to bring a better relation and collaboration among the group. Volleyball (Men) was won by Ephesians and runners up bagged by Philippians while for tug of war (women) Philippians defeated the junior team in the final. Philippians was adjudged as the champions and were awarded with a cash prize of Rs.10000, donated by Nuzota Swuro in memory of brother late Dr. Sulucuyi Swuro Other competition results: Quartet 1st - Galatians 2nd - Ephesians 3rd - Philippians Duet 1st- Galatians Solo 1st- Sunny Rose (Philippians) 2ndVekuto Tetseo(Galatians) 3rd- Mhaluve Vadeo(Ephesians) Bible quiz 1st- Ephesians 2nd- Galatians Best quizer- Venetsulu Nienu (Galatians)

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he much awaited piano recital was concluded with happy note giving chills to the listeners. The audience included young music students to music teachers and musicians. Noel De La Rosa said he felt like he was all alone performing the wonderful music composed by Romantic Period composers. He further said, he decided to series of concerts this year as he decided to something creative while turning 40. Tsezote Venuh, a violin teacher said Noel was

an amazing pianist and seeing Noel performing tonight gave him a whole new perspective of piano and took him to a new world. Joey Woch, a musician and a music educator said, tonight’s recital was very inspiring and refreshing. Talimeren, the music director of DABA said, it was amazing and enjoyed not only Noel’s skills but his interpretation and was impressed by how Noel expressed the Piano piece magnificently.

ilmmaker Karan Johar has thanked his legal and medical teams, saying they were his “spine and strength” and that his twins and he will be indebted to them forever. Karan took to Twitter to express his views. “Through the months before the birth of my children Roohi and Yash... my strong legal team gave me unconditional love, support and counselling... The medical and legal teams are the spine and strength... and my children and me will remain forever indebted,” Karan tweeted. Earlier this month, Karan announced he became a father to twins via surrogacy. The daughter has been named Roohi - a rearrangement of Karan’s mother’s name Hiroo -- and the son has been christened Yash - on Karan’s late father’s name.

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cut from the original analogue master tapes, the audio on these records comes from the high-resolution remasters of 2015 when Maiden’s catalogue was digitally upgraded. Consisting of eight studio albums and four live records, each reissue will also be packaged in matching artwork to the original vinyl releases. The release schedule is as follows: Friday 19th May No Prayer for the Dying / Fear of the Dark / The X Factor / Virtual XI Friday 23rd June

Brave New World / Rock In Rio (Live) / Dance Of Death / A Matter Of Life And Death Friday 21st July Death On The Road (Live) / Flight 666 (Live) / The Final Frontier / En Vivo! (Live) The first two records in May (No Prayer For The Dying / Fear Of The Dark) will come complete with an strictly limited-edition exclusive Collector’s Box that will house all 12 vinyl albums with an extra space to house 2015’s The Book of Souls’ – this album does not feature in this re-release.

like the end of the world. But things have changed -- you’re only as old as you feel inside,” he added. Ahead of the gala, John shared photographs from his family’s private birthday celebrations at their home, where he was joined

by his young sons Elijah and Zachary. In one Instagram image, the three can be seen gathered around a chocolate cake. The singer also shared several photographs of the birthday cards he had received for his birthday.

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extends our heartiest congratulations to Miss Jano Nyekha, D/o Mr. Apoi Nyekha (Founder-Director, School of Music, Dimapur) on being the Winner of Radio City Freedom Award2017, Best Folk Fusion Artist, Popular Award, with her much acclaimed original song "Aahoh". She is the keyboard instructor at School of Music, Dimapur. She also won the Indihut Most Promising Artist 2015 and went on to win the Best Folk Fusion Artist, Indihut-2016. The CWUD wishes her the very best in her future endeavours and prays that the Almighty will continue to use her for His Glory. (RÜKUVOYI SWÜRO) Gen. Secy., CWUD DP-2805

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i n ge r s l i k e S t ev i e Wonder, Lady Gaga and Ryan Adams performed at the 70th birthday celebrations of Grammy winning singer Elton John, who says a person is only as old as one feels within.’ The iconic singer’s lengthy career was honoured throughout the evening by host Rob Lowe, with top singers, including Roseanne Cash, on Saturday night, reports people.com. The guest list included celebrities like Neil Patrick Harris, Ryan Phillippe, Jon Hamm, Heidi Klum and Katy Perry. The gala, which also paid tribute to John’s 50year writing partnership with Bernie Taupin, benefited both the Elton John AIDS Foundation and the Hammer Museum at University od California - Los Angeles. “Some people don’t like birthdays, they don’t like celebrating, they don’t want to know about them, and I’ve always enjoyed my birthday,” John said. “Seventy sounds so archaic, doesn’t it? When I was growing up, 70 sounded

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reparations are underway on a war footing for Namami Brahmaputra, the biggest ever river festival in India to be held in Assam, officials here said on Monday. The festival is set to be held across 21 districts of Assam from March 31 to April 4. President Pranab Mukherjee is likely to inaugurate the five-day river festival at a mega function to be held on the banks of the Brahmaputra river on March 31. Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama is expected to be present on April 2. Other prominent guests who have confirmed their participation during the festival include Union Ministers Uma Bharati, Nitin Gadkari and Mahesh Sharma. Yoga guru Baba RamK

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dev is likely to arrive on April 4 for the concluding function, the officials said. “The basic objective of the five-day long festival is to showcase trade and commerce, culture, skill, industry and tourism of Assam to the world, while the festival is to exhibit the music, arts, craft, sports, livelihood and overall way of life of the people of Assam,” said Commissioner of Guwahati Police Hiren Nath. “Over 40 VVIPs are likely to arrive here for the five-day long festival. Security is an issue and we are taking utmost care to ensure proper security at the festival,” he said. Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has already released the theme song of Namami Brahmaputra.

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WC qualifier: Germany maintain perfect record

Thomas Muller rounds the goalkeeper to slot Germany’s second into an open goal.

Hector’s pass to hit home, but Azerbaijan were soon back in it. Dimitrij Nazarov’s right-footed effort beat Bernd Leno to surprise the Group C heavyweights, but parity did not last long. Schurrle found Thomas Muller and the Bayern Munich ace hit a left-footed effort to put

Straightway School sports meet held Dimapur, mar 27 (NPN): The annual sports m e e t o f S t r a i g h t way School, Mokokchung was conducted at Assam Rifles ground on March 24 and 25. Lemlila Sangtam, Civil (SDO) graced the two-day meet as the chief guest. The chief guest lauded the school for commencing the academic session with sports. Highlighting the importance, Lemlila also encouraged the students to give the best of their abilities. Col. K. S Kataria graced the closing ceremony. In his speech, the colonel mentioned the aspects of sports which make one physically strong and mentally fit.

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Germany back in front. Just before half time, Joshua Kimmich found Mario Gomez, whose header gave Germany breathing space. Borussia Dortmund’s Schurrle then notched his second of the game with nine minutes to go, Hector again the man with the assist as Joachim Low’s men strolled to victory.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We the bereaved family members of I. Yanger Imchen (Longkhum) would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every individual who stood by us physically, financially, materially and spiritually during the brief illness and at the sad demise on 20th March 2017. We deeply regret our inability to thank everyone by name but we humbly pray that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly. We specially like to thank :1. Dr. Athiko, Zion Hospital & Research Centre 2. Doctors, nurses and staff of NEIGRIHMS Hospital, Shillong 3. Shillong Ao Arogo and Ao Students' Union, Sungratsu Union, Shillong 4. Mr & Mrs Temjen Toy (IAS) Finance Commissioner, Nagaland 5. Mr & Mrs Lt. I. Longkumer & family 6. Mr & Mrs Lt. Rev Anang & family 7. Mr & Mrs I.T Longkumer, Shillong 8. Evangelism Counselling & Ministry Member 9. DABA 10. Electrical Colony, Arok Village (Full Nagarjan) 11. Longkhum Union Dimapur 12. Shadows & Echoes band

lead, slotting past Ernestas Setkus after Adam Lallana had slipped him in on goal.

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Died on 28th March, 2016 We think of you in silence, We often speak of you, All we have are memories. God has you in His arms, We have you in our hearts. K-0820

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The sudden demise of our beloved Biseno Dolie, wife of Late Keviyalie Dolie, on 13th March 2017 has come to us as a great shock. While we were overwhelmed by the loss, many people have extended all possible help to us. The Khedi Baptist Church has graciously stayed through the night and conducted her funeral rites for which we will always remain grateful. To all the churches, organizations, neighbours, families, and individuals who have shared our pain and sorrows in various forms, we thank you. We are deeply touched by your gracious presence, generous gifts and sacrificial services. May God bless you all. Family members and relatives K-0826

CONDOLENCE MESSAGE The Ezonmontsu-rüi Ekhung of the Lotha Tribe is truly lost for words to express the loss of its Chairman Late Pvuzamo Kithan, who passed away on 19/03/2017 after a prolonged struggle with ill health. His death is an irreparable loss not only to the Ezonmontsu-rüi Phratry of the Lotha Tribe but also to the many organizations, he was actively associated with till his final breath. He was a man of high integrity and benevolent person who specially took keen interest in the Mission work of the Lord, which many can atleast to. Under his leadership the Ezonmontsu-rüi Ekhung had visions of revival and renewal of the welfare of the Phratry. However, god may have had more important plans for the departed soul. The Ezonmontsu-rüi Ekhung Phratry pray to the Almighty to grant solace to the bereaved family members and may the vacuum created by the departed on the family be filled with the presence of the Holy father. Arao Ngullie Acting Chairman Ezonmontsu-rüi Ekhung H.Q. Wokha David Kinghen General Secy Ezonmontsu-rüi Ekhung H.Q. Wokha

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The Hague, Mar 27 (IANS): The Dutch football association, KNVB has fired head coach Danny Blind following a 0-2 defeat against Bulgaria in the World Cup qualifiers. After the Dutch national team arrived back in Amsterdam from Sofia on Sunday, Blind already skipped the training and had a meeting with KNVB’s director of professional football Jean-Paul Decossaux and technical director Hans van Breukelen, repor ts Xinhua news agency. “We have respect for what Danny meant for us and for the team during his tenure. But because the results are unfortunately disappointing, and the qualification for the World Cup in Russia is difficult, we feel forced to part ways,” Decossaux said in an official statement issued by KNVB. The Netherlands dropped to the fourth place in World Cup qualifying group A, behind France, Sweden and Bulgaria. The nine winners of each European group will qualify for the World Cup, while the eight best runners-up will advance to the play-offs. The head coach started with 17-yearold debutant Matthijs de Ligt in the center of defence in Saturday’s game when the Ajax defender made a mistake which led to the first of two goals by Bulgarian striker Spas Delev.

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L o nd o n, M a r 2 7 (Agencies): Germany survived a first-half wobble to defeat Azerbaijan 4-1 and maintain their 100 percent record in World Cup qualifying. It seemed to be plain sailing for the 2014 winners when Andre Schurrle put the visitors ahead on 19 minutes, meeting Jonas

Meanwhile, Jermain Defoe scored in his first international appearance in over three years as England beat Lithuania 2-0 at Wembley to make it four wins out of five in Group F. Defoe, winning his first cap since November 2013, scored with a closerange finish in the first half before Jamie Vardy grabbed another off the bench in the second to make sure of the three points and consolidate England’s place at the top of their group. Just a few seconds after Defoe had seen an effort saved by Ernestas Setkus in the 21st minute, the Sunderland man was then presented with another opportunity, on this occasion finishing first time into the back of the net to score his 20th England goal after Raheem Sterling had done well to burst down the left before cutting the ball back. Defoe was replaced

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT “In the end, it’s not the years in your life but, the life in your years that counts” We the bereaved family of Lt. Mrs. Sentimenla Jamir would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all and one who stood by us physically, financially and spiritually during our darkest hour. We convey our special thanks to: 1. Medical Superintendent, IMDH Mokokchung 2. Nurses Association, Mokokchung Unit 24th August 1983 – 23rd March 2017 3. Ministerial Staff IMDH 4. Medical Department, Mokokchung 5. Police Department 6. All Ward Union, Mkg 7. Mokokchung Village 8. Ungma Village 9. Yaongyimsen Union, Mokokchung 10. Langpangkong Tsukong Mongdang, Mokokchung 11. Artang Ward 12. Mongsenyimti Union Mokokchung 13. Mangmetong Union Mokokchung. Though we cannot mention and thank everyone personally, your concern and love will forever remain in our hearts. May the good Lord bless you all. Loving husband, daughter & relatives DC-595

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Born on : 22nd May 1944 – Died on : 24th March 2017 We the bereaved family would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to each and every individual, friends and neighbours who stood by us physically, morally, financially, materially and spiritually at the sudden demise of our beloved Lt. Keviyalie (Aya) N. Kuotsu. We deeply regret our inability to thank each and every individual but we earnestly pray that Almighty God bless you all abundantly. We convey our special thanks to :1. Zhaleo Rio (Parliamentary Secretary). 2. Rokoneicha Kuotsu (Ex. MLA) 3. Prof. Alemla & Dr. Imtinaro (N.U. SASRD Medziphema). 4. Mr. Chuba Ozukum (Administrative Officer Law & Justice, Kohima) 5. Hiele Kruse. 6. Rokolhou Angami 7. Doctors & staff of Zion Hospital. 8. Doctors & nurses of Community Health Centre Medziphema. 9. NSCN/GPRN (Medziphema Staff). 10. Medziphema Village Council. 11. Head GB, Vikato & colleagues Pherima. DP-2801

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Khanakhurü Village Council. Medziphema Village Youth Organisation. Baptist Church Medziphema Village. Baptist Church 'A' Medziphema Town. Ao Baptist Church Medziphema Town. Nepali Baptist Church Medziphema Town. Naga Kuotsu Union, Nagaland. Mezoma Vihutsu Union. A.D.C & staff of Medziphema. Chamber of Commerce Medziphema Town. Staff of Govt Hr. Sec. School Medziphema. Pensioner Union Medziphema.

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Our beloved Dad Lt. T. Mhonchan Merry lived a glorious 92 years and passed away peacefully on 18th March 2017. God broke our hearts to prove he always takes the best. Each time we see your picture, you seem to smile and say, “Don’t cry, I am in God’s keeping, we will meet again someday”. We would like to thank Wokha Town Baptist Church, Okotso Baptist Church, neighbours, friends and all individuals who stood by us during our bereavement. Your presence meant a lot to us. May the good Lord bless you all abundantly. Family members of Lt. T.M. Merry

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India on course for series victory

India’s R Ashwin celebrates wicket of Australia’s Peter Handscomb during the 3rd day of last test match against Australia at HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on Monday. (PTI)

Dharamsala, Mar 27 (PTI): India were on the verge of a riveting series victory after an incisive performance from the bowlers saw them skittle out Australia for a paltry 137 in their second innings on the third day of the fourth and final cricket Test here. Set a target of 106, India were 19 for no loss at stumps, needing another 87 runs to win the series inside four days. KL Rahul (13 batting) got three boundaries off

Pat Cummins’ opening over to set the tone for the home side. R av i n d r a Ja d e j a , with an all-round show (63 and 3/24 in 18 overs), was the star performer but Ravichandran Ashwin (3/29 in 13.5 overs) and Umesh Yadav (3/29 in 10 overs) played their part to perfection as the Australian second innings was wrapped up in 53.5 overs. There were two important factors that tilted the game in India’s

favour on the day; a halfcentury by Jadeja, which enabled India to get to 332 in the first innings and then Australia’s premier batsman, Steve Smith’s poor shot selection off Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Glenn Maxwell (45) and Peter Handscomb (18) showed positive intent with a 56-run partnership for the fourth wicket but on a pitch that provided both turn and bounce, it was never going to be easy for them to survive. Matthew Wade (25

Mary Kom eyes comeback at Asian Boxing Championship NEW DELHI, Mar 27 (PTI): Five-time world champion and London Olympics bronze-medallist boxer MC Mary Kom is eyeing a comeback to the ring at this year’s Asian championship in Vietnam before deciding her future course of action. The Rajya Sabha MP, who has not competed since last year’s World Championships, ruled out retirement for the time being but has decided to set shortterm goals. Asked whether she has any plans to quit boxing, the 34-year-old celebrated pugilist said: “Not yet. I am still doing practice and still continuing to follow my schedule. I am still dreaming for another year (in boxing).” “My next target is Asian Championships in November. I want to give myself a chance to be in the team and give my best and win a medal for India,” she said on the sidelines of the felicitation ceremony of India’s Special Olympics

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contingent. The Indian Special Olympics contingent won 73 medals, including 37 gold, 10 silver and 26 bronze at the just-concluded Special Olympic World Winter Games in Austria. Mary once again ruled out turning professional. “I have no plans to turn professional as I still love to play for India.” The women’s Asian Championships is scheduled to be held in Vietnam from November 2 to 12 later this year. Mary Kom was recently appointed National Observer for boxing by the Government of India to assist in the preparation

and implementation of t h e g ove r n m e n t ’s l o n g term development plan for Olympics. Asked about her new role, Mary said, Whatever responsibility the government has given me, I will try my level best to perform them. My priority will be to work towards providing immediate facilities and help to all the boxers.” Meanwhile, air pistol shooter Heena Sidhu, who was also present on the occasion alongside ace shuttler Saina Nehwal, urged the Sports Ministry to keep its immediate focus on next year’s Commonwealth and Asian Games. “We are still lagging behind for the 2020 Olympics. We should now pay attention to the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games. The government should pull up its socks and focus on these two events,” she said. “We still don’t know the government’s plan for Commonwealth and Asian Games with just a year remaining.

off 90 balls) was at his defensive best, dead batting anything and everything that came his way, but that too was not going to be enough as wickets tumbled at the other end. Bhuvneshwar, who till the post-lunch session had a horrible Test match, for once got lucky when Smith tried to pull a short delivery only to get a bottom edge that knocked back his offstump. While he was at the crease, Smith looked in ominous touch having hit three boundaries in his 17 before his dismissal, which left him one short of a series aggregate of 500 runs. It was Umesh, India’s best fast bowler in recent times, who looked menacing on a bouncy pitch troubling both the Australian openers. After a few bouncers, Umesh cleverly pitched it up to get enough away movement that kissed David Warner’s (6) bat on the way to the safe hands of keeper Wriddhiman Saha. Renshaw (8) survived a drop at third slip when a thickish edge off a Bhuvneshwar delivery was grassed by Karun Nair, who was standing at the third slip. Brief scores: India 332 and 19/0 (Rahul 13*) vs Australia (300 and 137) at stumps on Day 3

DDCA to conduct U-19 cricket Dimapur, Mar 27 (NPN): The Dimapur District Cricket Association (DDCA) has informed all higher secondary schools, colleges and clubs of Dimapur that the association will be organizing an under-19 cricket tour nament in April. Players for the District Under-19 team would be picked from the tournament. A player should be born on or after 01-09-1999 (selected players would be subjected to bone test and other age verification processes as per the BCCI norms). Players also have to produce Birth Certificate, Matric Admit Card for verification and Aadhaar Card for Age verification. Interested teams can contact DDCA officials Chuba Lotha at 9862556500 and Bil Mech at 9856890822 on or before April 1, 2017 to confirm participation.

Dimapur angling competition Dimapur, Mar 27 (NPN): Dimapur Angling Competition 2017, organized by Dimapur District Anglers’ Association (DDAA) in collaboration with Musu A n g l i n g C l u b, H o i t o village, will be held on April 8 at Musu Angling Club. The winner (highest t o t a l we i g h t ) o f t h e competition will be awarded a cash prize of Rs. 30,000 while the second and third will receive Rs. 20,000 and Rs. 10,000 respectively along with certificates. The fourth prize (single biggest catch) will receive Rs. 5,000 along with certificate. Certificates along with gift hampers for other prize categories would also be given away during the event. The competition will begin at 7:00 am. All participants, therefore, have been asked to report at the venue by 6:00 am for allotment of seats and opening function. A participant will be allowed to use two rods only, informed the organizers. Registration can be done at Hoks Outdoor World, opposite Christian Higher Secondly School, Dimapur. The registration fee is Rs. 1500. For further information, contact 09862465085 or 07005224428.

Kolkata to host U-17 WC final Mumbai and Guwahati get semi-finals

Jaime Yarza (C) and Javier Ceppi (2ndR), State Sports Minister Lakshmi Ratan Shukla (3rdL) and other officials after announcing the fixtures for FIFA U-17 World Cup. (PTI)

Kolkata, Mar 27 (PTI): Kolkata will host the summit clash of the U-17 World Cup football on October 28 while Navi Mumbai and Guwahati were chosen to stage the semifinals of the prestigious FIFA tour nament the country is hosting for the first time. The 85,000 capacity Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan, which was refurbished by spending crores of rupees for the October 6-28 tournament, will also host the third place play-off match, one match each of round of 16 and quarterfinals, besides six Group F matches. The announcement of the tournament schedule came after a seven-day visit by an eight-member FIFA team led by its head of events Jaime Yarza. The FIFA officials,

along with Local Organising Committee members, inspected all the six cities - Kolkata, New Delhi, Guwahati, Margao, Kochi and Navi Mumbai - which will host the tournament. Kolkata was the last port of call for the FIFA team. The two semifinals will be held in Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium and Indira Gandhi Athletics Stadium in Guwahati. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, which has been termed as the benchmark venue by the visiting FIFA team, will also be home to Group A and host a round of 16 match. Guwahati will be home to Group E besides hosting one round of 16 and one quarterfinal match. New Delhi will stage

Group B matches, besides two round of 16 games. The Capital City will host its last match on October 16 due to the pollution concerns which has robbed it from hosting marquee matches. Margao will be home to Group C, besides hosting two matches of round of 16 and one quarterfinal game while Kochi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, which has been rated worst by the FIFA team in terms of preparations, will be the venue for Group D matches, besides one round of 16 and one quarterfinal match. “We know October is a month of festival in India and we want this to be a festival of football,” head of events Jaime Yarza told a news conference after capping a countrywide recce of six venues.

Grassroots football camp underway

Participants with chief guest, NFCA officials and parents at state stadium, Dimapur on Monday. (NP)

Dimapur, Mar 27 (NPN): Grassroots football camp for children aged between 6to12 got underway Monday at state stadium, Dimapur. More than 60 children are taking part in the five-day coaching camp organized by Nagaland Football Coaches Association (NFCA) under the theme, ‘Make Football Happen.’ NFCA is organizing the camp with an aim to develop football in the

state and take it to greater heights. During the five-day long camp, NFCA will be providing basic training to the kids. The association is also planning to hold such camps all over the state. The grassroots prog rammes are to be followed by introducing a league system in the state for all age groups in the districts which gradually can grow into a state league to connect with the national

league, stated Ayeto Ayemi, general secretary, NFCA in a statement. Gracing the kick off ceremony, Khekato V Tuccu, a prominent businessman urged the participating children to practice with dedication. He also called upon the parents to encourage their wards to take up sports. Earlier, the welcome address was delivered by NFCA president Roko

Angami. It may be mentioned here that Nagaland Football Coaches Association (NFCA) was formed in September 2016 after all the certified Asian Football Federation (AFC) and certified All India Football Federation (AIFF) coaches o f N a g a l a n d s aw t h e necessity of having an association to co-ordinate and develop football in the state.

GSI conducts ReadySetGo NE in Kohima

Dimapur, Mar 27 (NPN): GethemGo Sports Inter national (GSI) in partnership with Sports Coalition of India (SCI) under International Sports Coalition (ISC) conducted

ReadySetGo Northeast, a sports ministry leadership training at Perinuothou, Kohima from March 23 to 26 under the theme “Simplify to Multiply.” 35 youth and ministry

leaders from 5 states were trained and handed global resources. Jonathan Sunil Moses, Dr. Livingston Philip, Koko Lamkang and Dr. Viposa were the resource persons.

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