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Public swearing-in of Rio

Leader of PDA Neiphiu Rio and (R) preparations underway for the public swearing-in ceremony at Khuochiezie Kohima. (NP)

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D imapur , M ar 7 (NPN): Veteran Naga politician and fourth time chief minister Neiphiu Rio, will add another first to his cap when he will be swornin along with his cabinet outside the portals of Raj Bhavan as head of the first ever Progressive Democratic Alliance (PDA) coalition government, at Khuochiezie (local ground) Kohima on Thursday.

All roads in the state capital lead to the venue where the general public have also been invited to attend and witness the event as Nagaland Governor P.B. Acharya administer oath of office and secrecy to the chief minister and 11 of his cabinet members.

The 67-year old Neiphiu Rio, whose political career

Voting for 58 RS seats on March 23 NEW DELHI, MAR 7 (IANS): Voting to elect 58 members to the Rajya Sabha from different states will take place on March 23, Election Commission announced on Wednesday. Balloting will take place between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. The last date for filing nominations is March 12. March 15 is the last date for withdrawal of candidature. There are 10 vacancies from Uttar Pradesh, six each from Bihar and Maharashtra, five each from Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal, four each from Gujarat and Karnataka, three each from Odisha, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, two from Jharkhand and one each from Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.

Storm disrupts power supply to Mon district

spans 44 years beginning with his appointment as United Democratic Front youth wing president in 1974, was elected unopposed in the February 2018 polls.

He had won his first election in 1989 from 11 Northern Angami-II Assembly Constituency and thereafter retained the seat seven times in all elections he contested. On Thursday, Rio will be sworn-in as chief minister of Nagaland for the fourth time after-- 200308; 2009-13 and 2013-14.

He was sworn-in as chief minister for the first time on March 6, 2003 as the leader of the NPF which he along with other veterans formed, by reviving the then NPC after leaving the Congress.

This time, Rio again will be chief minister of another new party- Nationalist Democratic Progressive

Party (NDPP) which was formed last year under his patronage.

The NDPP in its maiden electoral foray won 18 of the 40 seats it contested and along with the BJP which won 12 of the 20 seats contested. The two have cobbled a simple majority of 32 in a house of 60 with the support of one JDU and one Independent. The NPP, which won two of the 25 seats contested and a pre-poll alliance partner of NPF is also likely to be part of the PDA. Rio has been a strong advocate for Naga political solution and committed to facilitate the process when solution is achieved.

Rio will head a coalition of equals, arithmetically speaking, since the NDPP and BJP are six seats apart.

Another important aspect this time is that the then rul-

ing NPF which won 26 of the 58 seats it contested, is going to be the largest ever opposition party in the history of Nagaland Legislative Assembly history. This feat is considered a bonus since there was no opposition in the assembly since mid- 2015 when all members were part of the ruling coalition.

BJP sources informed Nagaland Post that besides Amit Shah, defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman, minister of state for Home, Kiren Rijiju; chief ministers of Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh have confirmed their participation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was reportedly requested to grace the swearing-in ceremony had expressed his inability to attend it, a source in the Raj Bhavan told PTI.

TDP withdraws support from BJP-led NDA govt

Politics over statues: PM Modi seeks action against vandals

VIJAYAWADA, MAR 7 (PTI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu Wednesday night asked his party’s two central ministers -- Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju and MoS Science and Technology Y S Chowdary -- to resign amid growing strain in ties between his Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and BJP over alleged neglect of the state in Union budget.

He said his party would come out of NDA “but party-to-party issue (of ties with the BJP) will be decided later.”

Addressing reporters, Naidu said “This is the first step. We will go ahead with other actions later.”

TDP chief said he tried to speak to Prime Minister as a “courtesy” to inform him about the decision to quit but he did not come on line.

“Arun Jaitley’s statement was the last straw.

They are apparently predetermined...,” he said.

Decision came hours after Finance Minister said the Centre can’t offer special status to Andhra Pradesh, but would offer a special package with equivalent funding.

NEW DELHI, MAR 7 (IANS): Attacks on statues snowballed into a major political storm on Wednesday after a bust of Jan Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee was vandalised in Kolkata Wednesday, allegedly by Left supporters in response to the razing of a Lenin statue by BJP supporters in Tripura, and a Periyar statue attacked in Tamil Nadu Tuesday night, forcing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP President Amit Shah to speak tough against vandalism and warning the guilty of stern action.

Following the strong condemnation by BJP bigwigs and a massive political backlash in Tamil Nadu, state party leader H. Raja expressed heartfelt regrets over his Facebook post suggesting removal of the statue of Dravidian icon Periyar E.V. Ramasamy. BJP expelled a local functionary in Vellore district for damaging Periyar’s statue in Tiruppattur on Tuesday night.

Amid fears of flare-up in political violence, the Home Ministry asked states to take strong action against those indulging in vandalism and making it clear that district magistrates and

(L-R) Vandalized statues of Vladimir Lenin, Periyar and Syama Prasad Mookerjee.

superintendents of police would be responsible in case of any law and order disturbance.

The fresh incidents of vandalism followed bulldozing of Communist hero Lenin’s statue in Tripura on Monday, an act condoned by some BJP leaders.

Lenin’s figure was brought down after the BJP swept the elections, ending 25 years of Marxist rule in the northeast state.

The situation in parts of Tamil Nadu was tense a day after the statue of Periyar, considered the fatherfigure of the rationalist movement in Tamil Nadu, was vandalized. Two petrol bombs were hurled outside the BJP office in Coimbatore on Wednesday morning.

In Kolkata, members of ultra-Left student out-

fit “Radical” vandalised and defaced a statue of Jana Sangh founder and ideologue Syama Prasad Mookerjee at the Keoratola crematorium, police said.

A statue of Dalit icon Ambedkar was vandalized in Meerut district in Uttar Pradesh, police said.

Senior district officials rushed to the spot and security forces were deployed in large numbers.

Prime Minister Modi strongly condemned the incidents and warned of stern action against those found guilty. He spoke to Home Minister Rajnath Singh, expressing his strong disapproval.

“Persons indulging in such acts must be sternly dealt with and booked under relevant provisions of law,” the Home Ministry said.

Mkg DC show-causes Changki village council DIMAPUR, MAR 7 (NPN): Mokokchung deputy commissioner (DC) Sachin Jaiswal has issued a show-cause notice to Changki village council chairman, VCM and GB asking why action should not be initiated against them for the brutal assault on a 58-year-old woman on the night of March 5 and her ex-communication from Changki village under 29 Jangpetkong constituency.

The DC asked them to appear in person before him at his office at 11 a.m. on Thursday with names of the perpetrators and warned that failure on the part of Changki village council to act positively on the matter would be a ground for the council’s dissolution under Section 54(1) of the Village Council Act, 1978.

Citing reports, DC said the reason for the assault on the lady and her ex-communication along with three others – two women and a man – from the village for 30 years was that the lady had not voted for the candidate supported by the village council.

The DC termed the “shameful act” as a mockery of free and fair elections mandated by Election Commission of India and a blatant violation of a directive (no. CON/ EL/2018/68, dated 15/02/2018) issued by him pertaining to the role of village council during elections.

Jaiswal pointed out that it was clearly stated under Section 15(1) of the Village Council Act that a village council would be auxiliary to the district administration and

DIMAPUR, MAR 7 (NPN): Power supply to Mon district has been cut off due a heavy storm damaging the 66KV T-Line between Tuli-NaginimoraTizit. Mokokchung Transmission Division SDO, Er. Shilu Lkr said that the department was making all efforts to restore power supply at the earliest and re- NEW DELHI, MAR 7 quested consumers to bear (AGENCIES): Myanmar with the inconvenience. on March 4, 2018 indefinitely deferred signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with India to streamline the free movement of people within 16 km along the border.

Citing ‘domestic compulsions’, Myanmar has asked more time before signing the agreement. This MoU has also been deferred twice in the past seven months.

Initially, it was scheduled to be signed in September 2017 when Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Myanmar for a bilateral “Daddy, did you lose visit. Later, India tried to because of Clean push the agreement in JanuElection?” ary 2017 when Myanmar’s

had powers to deal with maintenance of law and order, besides enforcing orders passed by competent authorities on the village.

Alleging that Changki village council did not report the incident nor provided names of the perpetrators, the DC said this had raised serious question over the functioning of the council and its efficiency as mandated by the Village Council Act.

NSCW condemns assault on women; excommunication

Nagaland State Commission for Women (NSCW) has strongly condemned the assault on women at Changki village and Tuli.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, NSCW chairperson Dr. Temsula Ao said recent media reports of violence against women during the just-concluded Assembly election was disturbing and shameful.

She said whatever happened at Changki village once again exposed the male bias and tendency to vent collective anger towards the weaker section of society.

While condemning the assault, Ao also appreciated the initiative of Mangkolemba police station. She also hoped that the perpetrators of Tuli incident would be brought to book.

Meanwhile, the NSCW chairperson also expressed grave concern at the excommunication of four people who had exercised their franchise as per election rules of the country.

Myanmar defers border pact with India

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State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi was in New Delhi with nine ASEAN leaders as chief guest for the Republic Day parade.

The Union Cabinet had approved the agreement between India and Myanmar on land border crossing on January 3, 2018 to enhance economic interaction between people of the two countries.

The government had asked four states Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur and Mizoram that share the unfenced border with Myanmar to distribute border pass to all the residents living within 16 km from the border.

The Agreement enables ar rangement for

movement of people across India-Myanmar border. It is expected to provide connectivity and enhance interaction of the people of the North Eastern States of India with the people of Myanmar.

Myanmar is one of India’s strategic neighbours and shares a 1640-km-long border with a number of North-Eastern States including Arunachal Pradesh (520 km), Nagaland (215 km), Manipur (398 km) and Mizoram (510 km).

Both the countries permit a ‘Free Movement Regime’ that allows free movement of citizen of both the countries within the 16 km of the border without visa restrictions for 72 hours.

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Mkg DPDB conducts meeting

DC & vice chairman DPDB Mokokchung, Sachin Jaiswal addressing the meeting at ADC conference hall, Mokokchung on March 7. (DIPR) DIMAPUR: Mokokchung District Planning & Development Board (DPDB) meeting was held at ADC (planning) conference hall on March 7 under the chairmanship of deputy commissioner and vice chairman of DPDB,

Sachin Jaiswal.

According to DIPR, Sachin congratulated Mokokchung team for carrying out duties effectively during the election and acknowledged the members and all others involved for their co-operation, contri-

bution and efforts.

Sharing experience of the election, SDO (C) Mokokchung, M. Chaitanya Prasad asked DPDB members to pen down their experiences or suggestions as to their observations and to submit it so that

the suggestions could be complied for references in the future.

Meanwhile, presenting verification report on upgradation of Sapangya compound to urban station, UDO Mokokchung and the house decided to forward it to the government for necessary action.

Upgradation of primary school Lejaba Lijen to class-IV was also discussed, for which the DC entrusted SDEO for verification and asked to submit the report for further action.

Further, the DC also informed that a preparedness meeting on disaster will be held in the later part of the month, for which he informed concerned departments to prepare necessary reports and action plans.

Earlier, in the meeting, E.E (electrical) Mokokchung division informed those departments having arrear of electricity bill to clear it by March 30.

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NIDA condemns vandalism of CHC Jalukie & Akuluto

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DIMAPUR: Expressing displeasure at the mob vandalism of PHC Akuluto and CHC Jalukie, the Nagaland in Service Doctors Association (NIDA) has asked the concerned district administration and police to nab the culprits at the earliest. NIDA in a condemnation letter by its vice president Dr. M C. Longai and general secretary, Dr. Imotemsu stated that physical and mental harassment was also meted out to doctors and staff in CHC Jalukie. It pointed out that doctors and medical staff treated patients to the best of their ability in spite of many constraints and as such, NIDA said that it expected due regard instead of harassment. The association demanded that appropriate action should be taken at the earliest by the concerned authority and ensure that such incidents do not reoccur against any government servants in future. It further stated that any complaint against its members should be addressed to the concerned authority instead of committing such “high handedness”.

TKKU Sekrenyi feast: T. Khel Kuotsu Union (TKKU) Kohima village would be organizing Sekrenyi feast at the residence o Satuo Kuotsu (Kuozhü) on March 10, 12 noon. TKKU has requested all its clan members and also specially invites all its sisters and relatives married to other communities, to be part of the said feast.

PCC executive meeting: President NPCC, K Therie has convened the PCC executive meeting on March 10, 11 a.m at Congress Bhavan, Kohima. All PCC frontal chiefs, DCC presidents and all the INC candidates of the recently concluded assembly election have been directed to attend the meeting positively.

NSSATA joint meeting: The Nagaland Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Teachers’ Association (NSSATA) has convened a joint meeting on March 10, 11 a.m at

CANSSEA conference hall, HS Road Kohima. All the district unit office bearers and former executives of the central unit have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

Kohima DPDB informs: District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) Kohima through its district planning officer, Heinswading has informed that it would award merit student with the highest aggregate marks in HSLC Examination, 2018 from among the government schools under Kohima district.

NVCO informs: Nagaland Voluntary Consumers’ Organisation (NVCO) has informed that it would be celebrating “international women’s day” on March 8 under the theme, “time is now: rural and urban activists transforming women’s lives” in Kohima.

NSCN (I-M) condole member’s demise

DIMAPUR: GPRN/NSCN (I-M) has expressed grief over the untimely demise of OA-III, MIP, late Tsumongla Mongzar, wife of Athrongba Mongzar of Chimonger village (united Sangtam region), who breathed her last on the March7 at the Referral Hospital, Dimapur after a prolonged illness. MIP secretary, Reisang Shimray stated that late Tsumongla joined the national service on October 19, 2017 and had remained loyal and

dedicated to the national service until her demise. The condolence message stated that “Her contribution to the national cause shall ever be cherished”. Further, the nation added that it shared its pain and grief with bereaved family members and had extended its “deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolence” to the near and dear ones of the departed national worker and prayed that her soul would rest in eternal peace.

AR construct shelter for family Organisations condemn life attempt on former NSF speaker resettlement at Athibung DIMAPUR: Rengma Students’ Union (RSU), Tenyimi Students Union condemns Dimapur (TSUD) and Dimapur Rengma Students’ Union (DRSU) have condemned the “life attempt” meted out at former Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) speaker, Joshua Thong, vice president NSF, Boveio Poukai Duo and his cousin Velu who had “escaped death by the grace of God” on March 3 at around 9 p.m.

RSU: Rengma Students’ Union (RSU) in a condemnation note by president, Kisheto Kent and

Members of family with AR officials.

DIMAPUR: Jalukie battalion of Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (North) constructed and handed over a living shelter to a poor family in remotely located area of Athibung village under Peren district

on March 6.

According to PRO HQ IGAR (N) Assam Rifles, troops of Assam Rifles constructed living home along with the help of locals for Dekhai and her two grand children whose home was

completely burnt in a fire accident on February 12 that left the family homeless. Assam Rifles also provided essential clothing; ration; and utensils to assist the family commence a new living.

DIMAPUR: Deputy commissioner & district election officer, Dimapur has expressed sincere gratitude to all government functionplaces while pointing out that the polling aries, security agencies, poparties had no problems during their jour- litical party leaders and the neys to their respective polling stations. electorate for the immense However, the DC and DEO asserted support and cooperation in that action shall be initiated as per the provi- facilitating the successful sion of the law against the erring officials conduct of the recentlywho neglected election duty. held elections to the 13th Further, he informed officials that par- Nagaland Legislative Asliamentary elections would be conducted sembly (NLA). after six months and asked the officials to be According to DIPR, aware of this fact and prepare for the same. the Deputy commissioner The DC also appealed all DPDB members & district election officer to be active and present in all official pro- Dimapur, Sushil Kumar grammes and functions in the district and Patel also thanked the folsaid that disciplinary action shall be taken lowing functionaries and against those members found absent con- stakeholders for the same: secutively for three times.

Chief secretary/CEO / Meanwhile, he urged the medical commissioner Nagaland/ department to present their departmental home commissioner / seactivities during the next DPDB meeting. nior officials of Nagaland

Dimapur (TSUD) in a condemnation note by TSUD president, Azo Wetsah and general secretary, A. Shyerhunlo Lorin stated that it “questions the police administration for not taking any action when the accident happened in front of them” and added that this was “not the first time that such life attempt had happened to the Tenyimi students’ leaders”. It also stated that it was shocked by the “gun culture” happening in Naga societies.

TSU added that attacks on its students’ leaders were an attack on the “larger

students’ community” and therefore, it responded affirmatively to the “call for the collective action against such attack”.TSUD also urged the law enforcing agencies to strictly act upon and requested all the tribal leaders to condemn the gun culture.

DRSU: Dimapur Rengma Students’ Union (DRSU) in a condemnation note by DRSU president, Tenyebinlo Himb while vehemently condemning the barbaric act of the unknown shooter, has appealed law enforcing agencies to look into the matter

at the earliest “with utmost importance and find the culprit responsible for the shooting” so that no such untoward incidents occur in the future.

D RYO : D i m a p u r Rengma Youth Organization (DRYO) in a condemnation note by president, Ruchuyhun Keppen expressed shock at the life attempt made for no reason and creating havoc amongst the citizen. DRYO further appealed the police and district administration to take the matter seriously and book the culprit under the law at the earliest.

DC & DEO Dimapur on successful Organisations wish student candidates conduct of 13th NLA election

Longleng DPDB conducts meeting

DIMAPUR: District Planning & Development Board (DPDB) Longleng conducted a meeting on March 7 at DC’s conference hall, Longleng, under the chairmanship of the deputy commissioner (DC), John Tsulise Sangtam.

According to DIPR, the DC asserted that conduct of peaceful elections in the district signified the hard work, sincerity and dedication of government officials, civil societies, NGOs and Churches of Longleng and added that without the effort of the government officials, they would have invited unpleasant incidents during the election.

Tsulise further lauded the general mass for maintaining peace and tranquility in the district since announcement of election till the counting period and acknowledged PWD for maintaining the roads at various

vice president, Tenyebinlo Himb expressed dismay over the life attempt made by an “unknown armed miscreant who fired two shots at them near east police station, Dimapur from the middle of the road.

RSU has urged law enforcing agencies to find the culprit at the earliest as it was a matter of great concern and that it may happen to any of the citizen any time. It has also appealed to all sections of the society to come forward and condemn the “cowardly act”.

TSUD: Tenyimi Students Union condemns

for their guidance and support; The Nagaland police and central forces deployed for the conduct of the elections have performed excellently under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Dimapur; All administrative officers (in the role of Returning Officers, AROs and various assignments), officials of AEO , NIC and DC office, who have worked relentlessly and spent sleepless nights for months in the run-up to the elections; Officers and staff of Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC) for the active support and logistic arrangements; Departmental officers and staff who have worked hard and contributed in various assignments and capacities; Principal

& faculties of Dimapur Government College for providing master trainers and campus; All polling personnel deployed on the polling day for the excellent job; Chairmen/GBs of all villages/colonies/wards of Dimapur district; All political parties /contesting candidate/agent for their understanding and cooperation; Public leaders, NGO leaders, Church leaders and other stakeholders for their continuous support; DPRO/Nagaland Post/ Eastern Mirror/Morung Express/ local dailies for their positive role in disseminating necessary information to the voters including SVEEP activities and electorate of Dimapur district.

DIMAPUR: Rengma Students’ Union (RSU), Konyak Students’ Union (KSU) and Kuki Students’ Organisation Nagaland (KSON) have extended its best wishes to all the student candidates of upcoming HSLC and HSSLC examinations.

RSU: Rengma Students’ Union (RSU) has appealed to all its members and concerned citizens within Tseminyu jurisdiction to maintain conducive environment for the appearing students of the examination. RSU vice president, Tenyebinlo Himb implored all to check and abstain from any anti-social activities that may disturb students’ preparation during the exam.

Further, it extended its best wishes and prayers to all candidates.

KSU: Konyak Students’ Union (KSU) also requested the power department to supply power regularly during the HSLC and HSSLC examinations.

KSON: The Kuki Students’ Organisation Nagaland (KSON) under its department of Education & Statistic prayed that the almighty God would give them sound mind and health.

Organisation further beseeched the student community not to use unfair means so as not to hinder their academic career.

(C) informs on foreign House gutted by fire in Kma, no casualty Kma College holds annual parting social ADCPstudent(s) and tourist

Special song being presented.

DIMAPUR: Kohima College, Kohima (KCK), celebrated its 51st parting social on March 7 with principal, Dr. Watijungshi Jamir as the speaker for the occasion.

A press release from KCK stated that Dr. Watijungshi Jamir in his exhortation referred to the popular planning technique known as SWOT analysis which stands for ‘Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Challenges’. Basing on this, Dr. K

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Watijungshi urged the outgoing students to identify their strengths and weaknesses and set goals accordingly. Vimeyiekho Vitso, gen. secy, Kohima College Students’ Union (KCSU), spoke on “the journey thus far”. Others who gave speeches included Bikram Male on behalf of the outgoing students and Khrüvotalü Ringa, on behalf of the students.

Annual report was presented by Nütalü Keyho, asst.

gen. secy KCSU while a special time of presentation was led

by Lily Angami, KCK faculty & convenor, students’ welfare committee.

Various awards were handed out by principal, wherein student of the year was awarded to outgoing student Vimeyiekho Vitso, best class representative was awarded to Veyevo. The students’ choice of the year for teaching faculty went to Dr. Eunice Alinger while ministerial staff award was given to Paul Achumi.

Other highlights of the programme were Ever Presence, KCK college musical group presentation of “bridge over troubled water” led by teacher Dr. Neikehienuo Mepfhüo. Music Academy Kohima (MAK) also presented a special song, composed and arranged

by Khyochano Ngully and Theyiesinuo Keditsu.

Principal also released the annual college magazine. The event was chaired by Manom Taiwangshu and vote of thanks

by KCK student Bujei Konyak.

Special prayer for outgoing students was given by KCK faculty, Dr. Ketoukhrieü.

DIMAPUR: In reference to the instruction of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP) Crime-cum-PRO Dimapur has informed that a central database of foreign student(s) and tourist in India are to be entered in the central database, wherein the host should fill the particulars of foreign national(s) where foreigners are lodged or studying in hotel, guest house, resort, lodge, hospital, individual home, institute, etc. It informed that as per rules, it is statutory obligation to intimate the office of the foreigners’ registration officer regarding the arrival and stay of every foreigner in their premises.

In this regard, PRO warned that action will be initiated as per law for non compliance of order.

PRO further informed that a representative who has the knowledge to use internet and computer from the educational institute, hostel, hotel, guest house, lodge, resort, hospital, individual house (where foreigners are lodged) to attend seminar on March 20, 11 a.m. at conference hall, Commissioner of Police office-cum-FRO, Dimapur to create ID and related procedures.

For more information one has been asked to contact the office at email – fro-nadpr@nic.in or 7085055044 from 11a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The house gutted by fire on Wednesday. (NP) Correspondent

KOHIMA, MAR 7 (NPN): A wooden house was completely gutted by fire at P W D c o l o n y Ko h i m a at around 9.30 a.m. on Wednesday, when no one was at home. The house reportedly belonged to a former MLA. The cause of fire could not be ascer-

tained but suspected to be sparked by electric short circuit. The department of fire and emergency service informed that on receiving the information they rushed to the spot and 4 fire tenders pressed into service.

They doused off the fire in two hours and saved the other adjacent buildings.

Four rooms of adjacent building were also gutted by fire. Six gas cylinders were discovered from the gutted house but number of affected tenants was not available at the time of filing this report. According to police around 20 lakhs property worth were destroyed by fire but there was no casualty.

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WEATHER FORECAST March 8

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Agartala Very warm with hazy sunshine 34 15

Plenty of sunshine

Guwahati Hazy sunshine Imphal

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Itanagar Sunny and pleasant

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KVKs conduct SAC meetings and training programme

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General view of SAC meeting of KVK Dimapur and KVK Peren.

DIMAPUR: Krishi Vigyan Kendras condected scientific advisory committee (SAC) meetings in their respective districts to review progress made during 2017-18 and to finalize action plan for 2018-19.

KVK Dimapur & Peren: KVK Dimapur and Peren, ICAR-RC for NEH region, Medziphema organized SAC meeting on March 6 under the chairmanship of Dr. Tanmay Samajdar, nodal officer, KVKs ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam, Meghalaya.

A press release by KVK Dimapur stated that Dr. Lohit Baishya, joint director in-charge requested the farmer representative

to co-operate in seed production programme to get better income. Dr. Tanmay Samajdar, chairman of meeting asked the KVK officials to work in system mode to increase the farmer’s income and to increase the cropping intensity also. Ruuvilie Kotsu, district project manager NERLEP, Peren asked the scientific fraternity to train the farmers for seed production to revolve the fund within the state. Pramod S. Patil, manager, NABARD, regional office, Dimapur said that NABARD could sponsor exposure visit of farmers within the state as well as outside the state.

Earlier, the welcome address was delivered by

Dr Abhijit Mitra director ICAR-NRC on Mithun addressing KVK official demonstrating on soil conservation. the members of SAC.

Z. James Kikon, i/c KVK, Peren, while action taken report on last SAC meeting was presented by Dr. Ebibeni Ngullie, ACTO, animal science followed by progress report for the year 2017-18 by Dr Anamika Sharma, PS and head KVK Dimapur for KVK Dimapur and Z .James Kikon for KVK Peren. Action plan for the year 2018-19 was presented by Dr. Kolom Rabi, ACTO, plant breeding for KVK Dimapur and Dr. Patu Khate Zeliang for KVK Peren. Vote of thanks was proposed by E. Lireni Kikon, SMS, plant protection KVK Dimapur. A total of 33 officials from SAMETI, Dimapur, NGOs and other of-

2nd round of IPPI in Mokokchung

Dimapur: District programme officer (DPO), RCH and OIP, Mokokchung, Dr. Temsuyanger has informed that the 2nd round of intensive pulse polio immunization (IPPI) for children will be held on March 11. In this regard, parents and adults have been asked to ensure that all children between 0-five years receive polio drops at the nearest IPPI booth.

Dimapur: State Resource Centre for Women (SRCW) has informed that it would celebrate “international women’s day” in collaboration with department of social welfare, Nagaland state social welfare board, women studies centre, Nagaland university and Nagaland university students union, Kohima on March 8, 12 p.m at library hall, Nagaland university, Kohima campus, Meriema.

technologies. He emphasized on need based crop production, processing and marketing of the farmers produce.

Dr. R.K Singh, senior scientist and head, KVK Phek welcomed all the members of the SAC and presented the action taken as well as progress report of 2017-18. Dr Rinku Bharali, ACTO (Horticulture) presented the annual action plan for the year 2018-19.

The programme was followed by a discussion and suggestions from members of the committee that included officials from agriculture and allied departments, NGOs and progressive farmers.

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gested for convergence of line departments by formulating a uniform agricultural policy for the district. Vote of thanks was given by Dr T. Esther Longkumer, ACTO (Soil Science) KVK-Phek.

KVK Mon: In Aboi, Mon, the three-day intensive training programme on organic farming was conducted at KVK conference hall from March 3 to 6. A press note by KVK Mon, senior scientist and head, Dr. Rukuovilie Mezhatsu stated that resource persons were Imtinuksung, SMS (soil conservation) and Puchono Kweho, SMS (agronomy).

Various activities like farmer’s –scientist interac-

tion, video shows, method demonstrations on application of liming and treatment of seeds & soil with bio-fertilizers were also carried out in the field.

Training on various topics like vermicomposting, bio-fertilizers and green manuring was also deliberated by the resource persons.

The participants also visited the KVK instructional farm, where they were highlighted on the various ongoing activities in the farm. Altogether 80 farmers from Ngangching, Aboi, Chinglong, Langmeang villages attended the training programme. There was also distribution of seeds and bio-fertilizers.

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ficials from Agri and allied departments, Nagaland including 4 farmer representatives from Dimapur district attended the SAC meeting.

KVK Phek: The 13th scientific advisory committee (SAC) meeting of KVK Phek was conducted on March 6, chaired by Dr. Abhijit Mitra, director, ICAR-NRC on Mithun, Medziphema.

A press release by KVK Phek stated that deputy commissioner Phek, Shanavas C graced the programme as special invitee.

He suggested to include maximum villages across the district for infusing various farm oriented

Er. P. Lanu Aier and others during the inauguration of EE (Electrical) office building for PEP electrical division Kohima on Wednesday (NP).

Correspondent KO H I M A , M A R 7 (NPN): A newly constructed office building of the executive engineer (EE) Electrical for Police Engineering Project (PEP), Electrical Division Kohima was inaugurated by chief engineer PEP Nagaland Kohima, Er. P.Lanu Aier as the chief

guest at Phesama Kohima on Wednesday. The works was supervised and taken up by project engineer, police engineering project division kohima.

Er. Aier in his address called upon the officers and staff to be more sincere and carry out their respective assignments in a diligent manner.

He urged the staff

to take utmost care of the office building and encouraged to beautify the atmosphere of the building by planting more trees. He asked the staff to maintain cleanliness and make the office a beautiful place to work in.

Speaking on the occasion, superintending engineer, PEP, Nagaland; Kohima Er. Takuyangba

asked the officers and staff to care for the office building and deliver good service to the public.

Project engineer PEP Nagaland, Kohima Er. Kitoho, in his technical report stated that the construction of the executive engineer (electrical) office for PEP at Phesama was taken up under MOD 1516 funded by modernization of police department under MOD 2015-2016.

The total estimated cost was Rs. 38.93 lakh which included electrification, water supply and other civil works.

The work commenced on July 2, 2016 as per work order and completed on September 8, 2017.

The building is hill type with 7 rooms, 3 toilets attached and a kitchen. Work was taken by K. Sahu Angami NPWD class-1 contractor.

The function was chaired by Er. Toniho Achumi, executive engineer, electrical PEP Kohima while invocation prayer said by pastor PUBC Kohima V. Rhakho.

DIMAPUR: Chairman Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE), Kohima, Asano Sekhose in a press release has informed that HSSLC examination and class XI promotion examination for 2018 will commence from March 8 and HSLC Examination 2018 from the March 9.

According to DIPR, Sekhose has informed that in the HSSLC examination, 15281 candidates (arts-11339, commerce1360, science-2582) have been enrolled and will be appearing from 54 provisional examination centres.

Out of 15281 candidates, 7827 are girls and 7404 are boys. The stream-wise break up figures of boys and girls are – 5231 boys and 6108 girls in Arts, 873 boys and 487 girls in Commerce, 1300 boys and 1282 girls in Science, totaling 7404 boys and 7827 girls altogether.

Meanwhile, in Arts stream, regular candidates from 146 institutions are enrolled and in commerce and science stream, candidates are from 35 and 38 institutions. A total of

17704 students will also be appearing for class XI promotion examination.

In the HSLC examination, 10437 boys and 11275 girls will be appearing for the examination from 78 provisional examination centres and two sub-centres.

639 schools are presenting 18872 regular candidates for the HSLC examination, wherein, 2835 candidates are repeaters.

Further, the NBSE chairman informed that two students were appearing again to improve their result and there are three

cases of change of centre.

In the HSLC examination, Dimapur district have been recorded with the highest enrolment of 7094 candidates followed by Kohima district with 3619 candidates.

Meanwhile, NBSE has conveyed its best wishes to all the candidates and requested all to reach the examination centre in time.

It also requested all the centre superintendents and the invigilators to conduct the examinations as per the rules.

AHoDs/HoDs meeting conducted in Kohima

DIMAPUR: Administrative Heads of Department (AHoDs) and Head of Departments (HoDs) had a meeting on March 7 at secretariat conference hall, Kohima.

According to DIPR report, while presiding over the meeting, chief secretar y in-charge, Temjen Toy informed AHoDs and HoDs to attend the public swearing-in-ceremony of People’s Democratic Alliance (PDA) at Khuochiezie, Kohima Local Ground on March 8 and called upon the government officials to cooperate for proper office administration.

Stating that the assembly budget session will commence on March 12, he asked AHoDs and HoDs to get ready with the necessary materials for their departments ahead of time and said that the budget session would resume after a long recess. Departments were also asked to work on their annual administrative reports and submitted to the assembly secretariat.

Speaking on computerization of treasury, principal director, treasuries and accounts said that computers should be provided to the K Y M C

districts to tie up with the system with DDOs so that transaction would be made easier. He also reiterated that no manual was required with the cash management product system.

Earlier, the meeting discussed finance matters where Temjen Toy reiterated about the new pension scheme and asked defaulting departments to do the needful by submitting or depositing the amount at the earliest and talked about salaries under the new revised pay scale. Toy also informed that an operation with BSNL mobile linking to Aadhaar would be done on March13 and 14 in the secretariat and informed the departments to submit their requirements to the 15th Finance Commission.

Further, the secretary finance informed that the department had already started preparation for the budget and informed AHoDs and HoDs to contact the department for any finance matters and that ROP, arrear and new pay of February has to be drawn in March, while also adding that any shortfall of salary has to be submitted within three days.

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M’laya CM allocates portfolios

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SHILLONG, MAR 7: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Wednesday allotted portfolios to the newly inducted ministers, while keeping a few to himself including finance, personnel, planning.

Sangma, who is heading the six-party Meghalaya Democratic Alliance coalition government, allotted the key Home portfolio to his older brother James Sangma.

James, the three-time National People’s Party legislator was given also allotted Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Power District Council Affairs, Law besides Home (Police), Home (Jail), Home (Passport), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislator Alexander Laloo Hek was allotted Health and Family Welfare, Information and Public Relation, Arts and Culture.

NPP legislator Prestone Tynsong, was allotted Public Works Department (Roads), Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Housing, Parliamentary Affairs and Labour.

Conrad K. Sangma Comingone Ymbon and Sniawbhalang Dhar, Comingone Ymbon were tasked with looking after Public Works Department (Building), General Administration Department, Fisheries, Transport, Commerce and Industry, Community and Rural Development besides Soil and Water Conservation respectively.

The Chief Minister allotted Water Resources, Toursim, Excise and Home Guards and Civil Defence to senior United Democratic Party (UDP) legislator Metbah Lyngdoh.

Lahkmen Rymbui who was elected as UDP legislator from Amlarem constituency was given Forest and Environment, Education and Border Area Development.

Kyrmen Shylla, who was elected for the first time to the assembly as UDP legislator and the youngest cabinet minister, was allotted Revenue and Disaster Management, Social Welfare, Printing and Stationery.

Banteidor Lyngdoh of the People’s Democratic Front was allotted Agriculture, Horticulture, Sports and Youth Affairs, Sericulture and Weaving, while his party colleague Hamletson Dohling was tasked with Urban Affairs, including Municipal Administration besides Information and Technology.

Hill State People’s Democratic Party legislator Samlin Malngiang was allotted Public Health Engineering, Secretariat Administration and Legal Metrology.

Earlier, 58 newly elected members to the 10th Meghalaya Assembly took oath before Pro-tem Speaker Timothy Dalbot Shira at a special session in Shillong.

Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, who was sworn in as Chief Minister is a non-elected member of the assembly.

Former Chief Minister

Mukul Sangma, who won the state elections at two assembly constituencies – Ampati and Songsak – read out his oath for only one constituency (Songsak).

Mukul, later told journalists outside the House that he had not yet decided on the constituency he would vacate.

Former Chief Minister Donkupar Roy, former Union Minister Agatha K. Sangma, former Rajya Sabha member Thomas Sangma also read the oath of office and secrecy.

Roy is the longest serving serving legislator who got elected from Shella constituency for seven consecutive terms since 1988.

While Shira (68), is the oldest among the legislator of the present House, Mawhati legislator , Dasakhiat Lamare,(25), is the youngest.

In the just concluded assembly elections election to Williamnagar seat was countermanded following the death of NCP candidate, Jonathone N. Sangma.

The Election Commission is yet to fix the date of polling for the constituency.

Assam CM for turning around tea industry GUWAHATI, MAR 7 (PTI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal today advocated a synergistic approach among all stake holders to turn around the state’s tea industry. Sonowal batted for judicious use of science and technology to restore the global image of Assam Tea and make it a house-hold name.

Inaugurating a two-day conclave here to deliberate on the issues and challenges of the tea industry, he said there should be cooperation among the tea garden management, workers and government.

Sonowal said for the holistic development of the tea industry, the socioeconomic condition of the workforce associated with it needed to be developed.

He said the Assam government has intervened to enhance maternity leave by six months, and during the leave period, the expectant mother is entitled to cash relief of Rs 12,000. In a bid to encourage inclusive development and bring tea communities within the banking fold, it has also incentivised workers to open bank accounts, the CM added.

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Sikkim to ban outside supply of non-organic produce: CM G A N G TO K , M A R 7 (PTI): The Sikkim government will issue an executive order to ban supply of non-organic produces from outside from March 31, Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling said today. “We have decided to ban supply of non-organic produces from outside the state with effect from March 31 and it will be done through an executive order,” Chamling informed the Assembly.

The ban on non-organic produces will not only empower the farmers of Sikkim in a big way, but will also set an example to other states to emulate organic path to livelihood, the chief minister said.

Sikkim was declared as the country’s first organic state two years ago. “By promoting cultivation and consumption of organic produces, our people will be contributing to steps to reverse the impact of global warming and climate change in a symbolic manner,” Chamling said.

He urged the civil society and the opposition parties to shed negativism and back the state government’s decision to ban supply of

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non-organic produces from outside. The chief minister’s announcement comes over a month after the state government had withdrawn a bill proposing to ban the supply of livestock, non-organic vegetables and other produces in Sikkim from outside with effect from March 31, 2018.

The Horticulture and Cash Crop Development Department Minister Somnath Poudyal had cited technical problems behind withdrawal of the bill in January. Later, the motion on the governor’s speech was passed unanimously.

Tripura CM promises Manipuri settlers I M P H A L , M A RC H 7 (IANS): Tripura Chief Minister designate Biplab Kumar Deb on Wednesday promised to give proper attention to solve all the problems of Manipuri settlers in the state.

Talking to Bharatiya Janata Party activists from Manipur, he said: “Tripura has had special cordial relations with Manipur.

“After all there were three queens from Manipur who were married to Tripura princes. The government shall pay special attention to the needs of Manipuris in the state.”

The system in those days was that when a Manipuri princess was married to a prince in Tripura, hundreds of villagers were forced to migrate and settle in Tripura so that the Manipuri princess did not feel lonely. A large number of Manipuris live in Tripura now.

Some women activists in Agartala said many of the Manipuri settlers were denied old age pension. Deb said he will invite Manipur BJP Chief Minister N. Biren Singh during the swearing in ceremony.

RPF curbing human trafficking from NE Militants release two 11 post-poll violence cases in Tripura AGARTALA, MARCH 7 (IANS): To check the widespread increase in human trafficking from northeast India, the railway authorities have taken steps to curb the menace with around 500 children being rescued by the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and 14 traffickers arrested in 2017, an official said on Wednesday.

“In all, 498 children have been rescued by RPF and 14 traffickers were arrested last year. During 2016 and 2015, the RPF has been able to rescue 437 and 206 children respectively,” Northeast Frontier Railways (NFR) Chief Public Relations Officer Pranav Jyoti

Sharma said.

“In the face of the widespread increase in human trafficking from northeast India, the NFR and RPF have continued an all-out offensive for combating the menace in railway stations and railway premises. Trains are frequently used for ferrying trafficked children,” Sharma said.

“The NFR and RPF personnel have been able to apprehend a large number of offenders by putting in place foolproof security arrangements in stations,” he said.

Sharma also said that all the five NFR divisions have pressed mobile security

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The rescued children were handed over to their guardians or to NGOs for proper care and rehabilitation.

The NFR serves seven districts in West Bengal and five districts in north Bihar, besides seven North Eastern states, excluding Sikkim.

The CPRO said that the RPF of NFR has also been doing commendable work in detection and recovery of contraband goods.

“The RPF has recovered smuggled goods worth of Rs 5.1 crore in 160 cases last year and arrested 68 offenders. This is much higher than the figures in 2016 where goods worth Rs.3.6 crore were recovered and 134 cases registered.

“This recovery of contraband goods has been possible due to frequent raids, ambush and checks conducted by RPF in sensitive areas within the scope of implementation of integrated security system programmes on the major stations of NFR. CCTV cameras have been installed and control rooms have been set up for real-time monitoring of stations and railway premises,” Sharma added.

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IMPHAL, Mar 7: Two construction workers kidnapped by suspected Kuki militants for a ransom amount of Rs 50 lakh were released safely following immense pressure from various circles, officials said on Wednesday.

The two workers Amom Bishorjit Singh (32) of Nungoi Awang Leikai in Imphal East district and Thangjamson Simte (21) of Thanlon of Churachandpur presently staying in Imphal’s Mantripukhri – were reportedly released at Gangpijang hill range late last night.

Police, who have been conducting massive operations in the villages around the hill range with the support of the villagers, intercepted the two workers early this morning, around 3 a.m, an official source said.

They were the workers of Manipur Ved Vidyalaya building and abducted from its worksite at Charhajare under Sapermeina police station of Kangpokpi on February 27 last. The abductors later demanded a ransom of Rs 50 lakh.

Demanding safe release of the workers, residents of Charhajare in Kangpokpi district and Nungoi area

in Imphal East have been staging protests in their respective areas in the last few days.

Police assisted by the security forces have also been conducting extensive search operations at various villages at the border areas Kangpokpi and Imphal East districts.

During the extensive search operation, a combined team of police and Assam Rifles yesterday (Tuesday) arrested one of the suspects involved in the kidnapping from the jungle near Joulen village of Kangpokpi district.

He was later identified as Thongkhohao Kipgen Haopu (40) of Gangpijang village. On interrogation, he disclosed that he was a cadre of KNF (N) and working under the command of Henkholen Kipgen James (32) of Gangpijang village.

He further disclosed that the two workers were abducted by him and his three other associates.

Due to the massive operations and constant pressure from the police, the two workers were released near Gangpijang hill last night around midnight and the police along with villagers of nearby villages found them.

AGARTALA, MAR 7 (PTI): Eleven cases of post-poll violence were reported from different parts of Tripura in the last 24 hours and four people have been arrested in connection with a clash between political workers, police said today.

The state has been witnessing attacks and arson since the announcement of results on March 3 of the just-concluded Assembly elections. The BJP demolished the Left citadel in Tripura, winning a two-third majority with its ally, the IPFT. SP (Police Control) Pradip De said measures are being taken to “contain violence”.

Four people were arrested from the Dharmanagar subdivision of North Tripura district yesterday in connection with a clash between activists of the CPI(M) and the BJP, he said.

“The situation has largely been brought under control now. I can say the violence did not escalate since last night,” he said, adding that the 10 other cases reported since yesterday were “minor” ones.

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An injured CPI(M) party worker after a lathi charge by police personnel during a clash between CPI(M) and BJP supporters. (PTI) managar, Dhiman Das Chowdhury, said the clash broke out at the Alanbazar area of Dharmanagar subdivision following an altercation between members of the two political parties.

Six people - two from the CPI(M) and four from the BJP - were hospitalised, he said, adding that paramilitary forces and Tripura State Rifles personnel were deployed in the area.

BJP media in-charge Victor Shom said the party’s chief minister designate, Biplab Kumar Deb, has sought “stern actions” against those found indulging in “post-poll violence”.

“Deb has asserted that

no would be spared if found guilty. There, however, has not been any major clash in the state so far,” he said.

CPI(M) party office secretary Haripada Das said the party might issue a press release soon with a “compilation of the incidents of violence”.

Two statues of Russian communist revolutionary Vladimir Lenin were razed in Tripura, allegedly

by BJP supporters, after the election results were declared.

The CPI(M) top brass, including general secretary Sitaram Yechury, took out a rally in Kolkata yesterday in protest against the vandalism.

AC K N O W L E D G E M E N T

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I sincerely express my gratitude to all those who gave their best support, morally, physically, and casting your valuable votes for me during the 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly Election. I deeply appreciate your confidence in choosing me to be the MLA of 17 Chizami AC.

I sincerely express my gratitude to all my mentors. You were my guardian throughout the last election process and it is my deep appreciation. Also thank all ranks and files of NDPP Tuensang Region, functionaries like women, youths, all polling booth workers of NDPP 53 Assembly Constituency Tuensang Sadar-I and BJP workers. Valuable contributors and-generous donors in cash and in kind, supporters, advisors, tribal bodies of Tuensang, well- wishers and all who stood for me . Though I cannot express my gratitude to all individual personally, I wish and pray that your effort will not end in vain. I look forward that we will sail together till the next occasion. May the Good Lord bless you all.

T. MONGKO CHANG NDPP Candidate, DP-1830 Tuensang Sadar- I K Y M C

Heartfelt gratitude to our Hon’ble NPF President, Shri. Shürhozelie Liezietsu, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Nagaland, T.R Zeliang, Hon’ble M.P, Shri. K.G. Kenye, Hon’ble Home Minister of Nagaland, Shri. Kuzholuzo Nienu, Central and Senior party leaders, Party Office bearers of Phek District, Chizami Constituency and various NPF party units for your overwhelming support during the election.

I thank the Almighty God for the love, grace and blessings He bestowed upon me and all the supporters during the entire period of campaigning till the end of the election.

It is my sincere commitment to the people of my constituency who put their trust and confidence in me, and all those who rendered their time and efforts in your tireless support and casting your valuable votes, that together let us work in bringing change, progress and move forward from where we are today. Your prayer support and advice will be highly appreciated in the days to come.

May God bless you abundantly.

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I wish to express my gratitude and heartfelt thanks to the people of 43 Tapi Assembly Constituency particularly the electorates, supporters and office bearers who worked so hard to choose the right person and elect me to represent in the 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly, which will be my 8th term in the Nagaland Legislative Assembly. Indeed, I am thankful to God at the foremost for my good health and to all my well-wishers for their prayers and supports extended.

Despite many adversaries in my long political career spanning more than four decades since 1974, the faith and confidence reposed on me by my devoted loyalist has been my strength throughout and this time too, I take it as another privileges to serve my people and the people of Nagaland in my own capacity.

I sincerely take this opportunity to acknowledge one and all for the unwavering and unflinching love and support shown to me thus far. May Almighty God bless us all.

Thank you.

KEZHIENYI KHALO MLA Elect 17 Chizami

(NOKE WANGNAO) 43 A/C TAPI

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Manipur Gov calls on insurgents to lay arms

Manipur Governor offering her last respects to the slain Army jawan who died in an encounter with militants in Manipur on Wednesday.

AGARTALA, MAR 7 (PTI): The Indigenous People’s Front of Tripura (IPFT), an ally of the BJP that won the Assembly elections in Tripura, today said they would get two berths in the cabinet. The issue of number of ministers the tribal party would get was finalised in a meeting with Assam minister and chairman of North East Democratic Alliance (NEDA) Himanta Biswa Sarma.

“We had demanded four berths in the cabinet, but later agreed to accept two berths. It was decided that the BJP would consider our demands to give more berths if possible. We are happy,” IPFT Secretary Mevar Kumar Jamatiya told reporters. Asked about the

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portfolios given to them, he said it cannot be disclosed before the cabinet takes oath on March 9. The IPFT had earlier demanded ‘respectable representation’ in the new cabinet and that the chief minister be selected from among the tribal MLAs. On these, Jamatiya said, “These are old issues and we do not want to discuss these now. We are happy.” With a 60member Assembly, Tripura can have a maximum of 12 ministers including the chief minister. Sarma said he finalised the the architecture of the cooperation between the BJP and the IPFT for the new government in Tripura. “Today I met Shri NC Debbarma

and all elected MLAs and office-bearers of Indigenous Peoples Front of Tripura (IPFT) in #Agartala and finalized the architecture of the cooperation between @BJP4Tripura and IPFT for the new government in Tripura,” he said in a tweet.

The BJP-IPFT combine swept to power in the state last week, winning 43 seats in the 60-member Assembly. The BJP bagged 35 seats and the IPFT eight.

The BJP state president Biplab Kumar Deb would be sworn in as the chief Minister tomorrow. Senior indigenous leader and member of Tripura royal family Jishnu Devvarma would be his deputy. He is also from the BJP.

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BSNL new mobile phone plans for Assam GUWAHATI, MAR 7 (PTI) BSNL Ltd has introduced a set of new plans for its prepaid and postpaid segments in Assam, a senior company official said. Data mini packs for instant users, new unlimited voice STV (special tariff vouchers), enhanced free data limit/month, up to 60 per cent discount on postpaid rents are among some of the new plans, BSNL Assam Telecom Circle Circle Chief General Manager Sandeep Govil said. The new products are for both mobile and landline customers, he said. The company has also launched international Wi-Fi hot-spots for customers travelling abroad, through the ‘My BSNL’ app, at Rs 501 for 30 days, Govil said.

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Higher Secondary Education Manipur (COHSEM) officials were immediately informed for further necessary action. A complaint has also been lodged with the concern police station, the headmaster said.

Recalling the incident, the headmaster said that when the teacher found the student cheating and intervened, the student stood up from his seat and allegedly held the teacher’s hair with one hand and punched her repeatedly.

The other lady teacher who was on duty in the same room rushed to intervene following which the student turned towards her as well and hit her several times on the head.

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No insurgent group has so far claimed responsibility for the blasts, police said.

IMPHAL, MAR 7: Two lady teachers on exam duty were, Wednesday hospitalized after they were assaulted by a male student appearing in the ongoing Class XII exams in Manipur.

The student hit the two lady teachers reportedly after they caught him (student) red handed cheating.

With head injuries, the teachers, Laimayum Thoibi Devi and N Bidyarani Devi were rushed to JNIMS hospital, Imphal where they were discharged after medical treatment. They were the teachers of Standard Robart Higher Secondary School, Canchipur in Imphal assigned as invigilators for

the exam.

The accused student was identified as Md Sajat Alam of Galex Institute of Science, Lilong of Thoubal and appearing in the exam as Standard Robart Higher Secondary School as exam centre.

Headmaster of Standard Robart Higher Secondary School Irom Rajen Singh strongly condemned the act of the student saying that the assault on the lady teachers occurred while the school authority was working sincerely to prevent students from using unfair means during the exams.

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I M P H A L , M A RC H 7 (IANS): One soldier of 28 Rajputana Rifles was killed and three others were wounded in a series of blasts in Manipur on Tuesday, an official said here on Wednesday.

Floral tributes were on Wednesday paid to the slain soldier at the Imphal International Airport before his body was flown to his hometown.

Governor Najma Heptulla, who paid floral tributes on behalf of the state government, urged one and all to shun violence. “While we sleep peacefully, the soldiers remain awake to ensure our safety,” she said.

According to police, there were three serial blasts near Boundary Pillar No.67 along the Manipur-Myanmar border at Khengjoi, where the camp of 28 Rajputana Rifles is located.

One army personnel was killed on the spot and three others sustained shrapnel injuries in the blasts.

A few hours later, another bomb was detonated near the Assam Rifles camp fencing near the government offices at North AOC in Imphal. However, there were no casualties.

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after the wreath laying ceremony, the state Governor reiterated the government’s appeal to the armed insurgent groups to lay down their arms and come to the path of peace.

“I appeal to the people to lay their arms and stop all these activities and come forward and join in building a strong nation, a strong Manipur,” she said.

“It is sorrowful to learn that a brave jawan who stayed awake at night so that we can sleep has lost his life. We should respect and support our soldiers,” she added.

The martyred NCO is survived by his wife and four year old daughter.

It was proposed that the name should be changed to Sinlung Hills Council and a bill for the proposal would be introduced in the state legislature if an amicable solution culminating into an accord is reached, Lalbiakzama said.

The government delegation was headed by Political Adviser to Chief Minister, Lalrinmawia Ralte, while the 10-member HPC(D) delegation was led by the outfit’s Working Chairman Lalthangliana Hmar.

The HPC(D), an offsoot of the HPC, was formed by Lalhmingthanga Sinate in 1995, after HPC cadres laid down arms following the accord inked with the Mizoram government.

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IMPHAL, MAR 7: Manipur Governor Dr. Najma Heptulla has called on insurgents to lay down their arms and embrace peace.

The Governor made the call after paying tribute to a slain trooper of 13 Sikh Light Infantry who was killed in an alleged encounter with militants in Manipur’s Noney district on March 5 last.

Non Commission Officer (NCO) Naik Amar Sher Singh from Punjab’s Fazilka town who sustained severe injuries in the encounter at a place between Goitang Chingkao village and Molphei village

under Khoupum police station of Noney district died at a Army hospital in Imphal’s Leimakhong on the same day.

State Governor Dr. Najma Heptulla attended the wreath lying ceremony to pay her last respects to the departed NCO held at Imphal Airport from where the mortal remains will be flown to his native town today.

Among others, the ceremony was attended

by Manipur DGP, M.L K h o u t e, A D G P C l ay Khongsai, state principal secretary (home) and top officials of CRPF and Indian Army.

Talking to reporters

AIZAWL, MAR 7 (PTI): The first round of political level talks between Mizoram government and the insurgent outfit Hmar People’s Convention (Democratic) began here today, an official said.

The talks would also be held tomorrow, Additional Secretary in the Home department, Lalbiakzama told PTI. The talks revolved around finalisation of the draft memorandum of agreement which was meant to give more autonomy to the Sinlung Hills Development Council constituted following the accord between the state government and the erstwhile underground HPC in 1994.

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or the sole reason of disruption, the proceedings of parliament were washed out for three consecutive days when opposition parties protested on various issues such as banks scams, including recent vandalisation of statues by political activists. It started when BJP workers and members took their victory to another level by pulling down and destroying a statue of Vladimir Lenin in Tripura.

There were many other incidents of violence and attacks on CPM members including arson and damage inflicted on buildings. It was a kind of reign of saffron terror which reflected the deep hatred between the two ideologies. In retaliation, CPM workers and members took to the streets and also defaced a statue of Sangh ideologue Syama Prasad Mookerjee in Kolkata. The Kolkata police arrested seven people for the alleged vandalism. At least five of the seven, one whom of is a woman, are believed to be members of a Left-wing group called Radical.

All seven were arrested from the spot where SP Mookerjee’s bust was vandalised. Vandalism was not confined to the two states as it also took place in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. In Tamil Nadu the bust of Dravidian ideologue - Periyar E. V. Ramasamy- was defaced by some miscreants. The incident took place in Vellore, when a BJP town secretary and some of his relatives stoned a statue after senior party leader H Raja tweeted advocating the destruction of his statues. In Parliament, members of from AIADMK and AAP were in the Well, holding photos of Periyar and raising slogans condemning the vandalism in Vellore. “Why hasn’t H Raja, who is the reason behind the demolition of Periyar statue, been arrested yet,” MDMK chief Vaiko questioned.

AIADMK members continued to raise slogans against the desecration of the statue of Periyar—the founder of Dravidian movement. What also needs to be pondered is the manner in which central BJP leaders in the government, led by the prime minister have yet to tighten the leash on the party cadres including rising fringe elements who have been at the forefront by unleashing violence against those who don’t accept or follow their ideology. The prime minister had not said anything for two days till he had to issue the same in strongly condemning the incidents as they were unacceptable. The home minister had to initiate stern action against all those involved in vandalism as it challenges the authority of the government. Political violence between the far right and far left in India has a history and it will be a continuing threat on democracy if they are accepted as expressions. The Left does not believe in the existence of a god while the BJP believes in Hinduism which propagates worship of lakhs of gods and goddesses. The Left believes in socialism where the wealth is owned by the community and the state regulates it. The BJP believes in capitalism and free market where wealth is in the hands of the private citizens. There are similar political foes in other countries as well but nowhere does hatred leading to violence is part of their expression. The two cadre-based political parties in India have been at war with each other in Tripura, West Bengal and Kerala. Hopefully the government at the centre and states will act decisively to prevent such incidents.

DailyDevotion The Source of Abundant Joy

In all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. —Romans 8:37 Paul was speaking here of the things that might seem likely to separate a saint from the love of God. But the remarkable thing is that nothing can come between the love of God and a saint. The things Paul mentioned in this passage can and do disrupt the close fellowship of our soul with God and separate our natural life from Him. But none of them is able to come between the love of God and the soul of a saint on the spiritual level. The underlying foundation of the Christian faith is the undeserved, limitless miracle of the love of God that was exhibited on the Cross of Calvary; a love that is not earned and can never be.

Paul said this is the reason that “in all these things we are more than conquerors.” We are super-victors with a joy that comes from experiencing the very things which look as if they are going to overwhelm us.

Huge waves that would frighten an ordinary swimmer produce a tremendous thrill for the surfer who has ridden them. Let’s apply that to our own circumstances. The things we try to avoid and fight against— tribulation, suffering, and persecution— are the very things that produce abundant joy in us.

“We are more than conquerors through Him” “in all these things”; not in spite of them, but in the midst of them. A saint doesn’t know the joy of the Lord in spite of tribulation, but because of it. Paul said, “I am exceedingly joyful in all our tribulation” (2 Corinthians 7:4).

The undiminished radiance, which is the result of abundant joy, is not built on anything passing, but on the love of God that nothing can change. And the experiences of life, whether they are everyday events or terrifying ones, are powerless to “separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 8:39).

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Concentrate all your thoughts upon the work at hand. The sun’s rays do not burn until brought to a focus. ~ Alexander Graham Bell

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he 8th of March 2018 is kept aside as women’s day. This is to show respect and importance of women in the society. As far as our knowledge is concerned many churches use to celebrate this event to mark the essential of a woman both in the church and in the society. If we are not mistaken the mother’s day is also kept aside as a special day in which the mothers are being felicitated by the church members especially in our Christian state like Nagaland. In the Christian holy book, the Bible, the first book which is the book of Genesis speaks about the important of a woman to accompany man in the society and thus Eve was made by God to accompany Adam in the Garden of Eden. Hence such is the importance of a woman in the society.

Frankly speaking no one came into existence without a woman. However, with all this credibility to women it is sad to see the situation of women in our Christian state like Nagaland. Since 1963 Nagaland got it full- fledged statehood, till date no lady

is ever elected as the law maker in the state legislative assembly. According to the record, Rano M. Shaiza was the only woman elected as an MP from Nagaland to the Lok Sabha in 1977. Let us not forget that in the last 13th election five women candidates contested the election, yet sad to say that no one is elected as an MLA. If we are not mistaken a year ago, the T.R. Zeliang government’s push for 33 percent reservation for women in the civic polls, but unfortunately this led to a violent protest and eventually it leads to his resignation and cancellation of the polls. Moreover the government was forced to write to the centre to exempt Nagaland from reservation as it would violate its social status (The Telegraph March 5, 2018). Thus, is this a right time to celebrate the women’s day? This situation reminds us of the Naga novel ‘A Terrible Matriarchy’ written by Easterine Kire who at the beginning line of the Novel stated the problem of women in social status by the words of a four and half year old girl who said

‘my grandmother didn’t like me’. In the same page the grandmother herself create a family discrimination by denying the wish of the chicken leg to the girl child in which she said ‘that portion is always for boys. Girls must eat the other portion’. Here we see the clear discrimination of a girl child since childhood and unluckily till today it continues the same in many places. By saying this we are not against any individuals but we just want to make a deep reflection on a special day like this for the women. A close friend of us said that a particular lady in Nagaland had contested an election for several times yet she had never won an election. She again added that she does not know whether the candidate is incapable or the people think that it is against a social status to elect a lady to the State Legislative Assembly. Therefore, the prejudice against women in our social status is very strong that we can’t think of electing a woman to the State Legislative Assembly. On the other hand, the advanced countries in the world like

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hrough this column as a citizen of Nagaland, I would like to extend heartening congratulations to all the BJP party on your impressive victory in election. With eyes full of hope and desire, I am delighted that your party will continue to work for the betterment of the people of our state as your party perform the duties of the state affairs .

Amid apprehensions expressed by some sections of the society on the image of the BJP party over spread of Hindutva and communal violence in the State, I am confident that the trust placed in you by the citizens of Nagaland will inspire you to continue important efforts in promoting the unity of our State by leading it on the path of prosperity, further well-beingpreservation and protection of the rich culture, traditions and heritage of the Naga people.

Religion have become so intertwined in Indian politics that it is almost impossible to imagine political parties functioning without using them. Many governments have stormed to power on the back of promises on issues directly or indirectly related to religion and BharatiyaJanata Party leaders have often been caught giving hate speeches and its election manifestos often promise long desired Hindu aspirations. But we want you to ensure that you will protect us from discrimination on the basis of religion as we heard so many things about BJP in past life and we also expect that you will change the thoughts of the people as many people in Nagaland think

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that BJP only favors the Hindus, but that the trust placed in you by the citizens of Nagaland that you will continue important efforts in promoting the unity of our State by leading it on the path of prosperity.

I am very pleased that the Government of Nagaland and the Central Government are becoming increasingly close partners. I firmly believe that our Governments will continue to develop dynamic, mutually beneficial relations, and that our joint initiatives in the fields of security and peace in the State, maintenance of law and order, development in the fields of infrastructure, housing, healthcare, education, sanitation, etc.

I support the early and lasting settlement of Naga Political Issue in full cognizance and respect of the Nagas’ popular sentiment in the on-going peace process.

With all this keeping in consideration, I hope that you will always strive to unite the society and take the state forward on the principle of ‘Together with All, Development for All’. I request you to follow an all-inclusive policy for a cohesive State with equal respect to all religions and protection of all Naga people with special emphasis to be given for employment of youths, strengthening of organic farming, special programme for senior citizens and empowerment of women.

I Hope.”Sabke Saath Sabka Vikas” will not fail.

RK Shüya, Bamboo ring well Entrepreneur, Chumukedima

UK had elected several ladies even as Prime Minister (Margareth Thatcher and Teresa May). As a result the presence of women in the society is important and so the prejudices against them should be stopped. It is also very sad to hear and read in the news about the exploitation of women in our society such as rape, force to marriage and many other issues that are against women. In a patriarchal society where men are considered more important than women, and so lots of social issues and mal practices which actually most of them are against women for instance, fetus infanticide if a child is female. Lastly, as we keep the international women’s day let us remember that women too, play a vital role in the society; imagine what will be, if a society is without women. Let us develop an attitude of respect women and empower women in the society and we are sure that the world will be different and better place for all.

Aiborlang and Tsungkamla, Bosco B.Ed College, Dimapur

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he Tripura election results have come as a rude shock to the Left Front, particularly to the CPM. More than two-decade-old Left rule came to an end after a catastrophic battle between two opposing ideologies – communism and religious nationalism. 3rd March was the day when the rusted hammer and sickle was consigned to the dustbin of history. After its biggest humiliation at the hands of two year old BJP in Tripura, question arises- Is CPM heading towards a complete whitewash in India? Not only the party has become anaemic under lacklustre leadership of Prakash Karat & Co, but also losing its important in the national front.

To be absolutely frank with the state of affairs, CPM has become a minority player where they have their sting in Kerala and demotivated supporters in West Bengal and Tripura.

More of CPM’s defeat than BJP’s win’ The defeat of the CPM in Tripura is possibly an event of greater historical significance than the BJP’s sweep of the state because it marks the most important point in the demise of the Left as a parliamentary political force. With the disastrous results in Tripura on Friday, that’s precisely what the party has been reduced to. A national party (undivided), which was the principal Opposition in the first ever Lok Sabha, has now been pushed to a tiny land that accounts for hardly three percent of the country’s population. Unlike in West Bengal, where the defeat in 2009 and later in 2011 came after years of agitation on

Gentle Reminder: Women’s participation in politics is a human right

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he 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly Election 2018, yet again proved that Nagaland ranks last on the national list of women candidates contesting elections. It may be pointed out that since 1963, Nagaland has witnessed only 19 women candidates in the general assembly elections.

The irony is that none has ever won till date. When will our socalled progressive community ever empower their women and girls across all its programmes and advocacy? On the other hand, the world has stepped up action on gender equality (SDG5)towards sustainable development by 2030, leaving no one behind. But, where do we stand?

Well, Gender quality is everyone’s issue. Women in many parts of the world are crossing barriers, especially in politics, but sadly, their voices remain unheard and their contributions often sidelined. One obvious reason is that women are still seen as incapable of taking on responsibility in what is perceived as male-oriented

spaces. Of course, women are working hard to assert themselves within the political space. However, continued cultural stigmas and beliefs have led to gender stereotyping leaving women victims to this phenomenon; while men assume the upper hand notwithstanding his academic and professional qualification.

Henceforth, it is very important to conduct positive actions to challenge and rework the kind of leadership today. It is a sad fact that, though women represent more than half of the global population, our voices, ideas, and expertise are still unnoticed. And, I would wish to state that the Naga Society remains sexist since there is no equality, in actuality, and many women still have to function under men’s shadow.

Naga women have to rise up, assume leadership roles, and have the courage to lead and pioneer.

Good luck to everyone who will bring the change we so desperately need. It is a great thing to embrace, which

can be scary and exciting. To all the five Women who boldly and fiercely stood for the 2018 election, unquestionably challenging the glass ceiling stereotype, the Naga women applaud your participation. To all men of our society, especially those who are sensible enough to comprehend and have supported this advocacy, Naga women seek your unwavering solidarity. Finally, to the rest (few men and women) who still assume that women’s job is still within the kitchen and house chambers, it’s an assurance that the increase in the number of women in governing body undoubtedly won’t bring overnight changes in the status of women. Nor will it solve the entire issue faced by women and bring equality instantly.

But, definitely mainstreaming women in politics and debates of decision-making will bring in major achievement in the empowerment of women.

Happy International Women’s day 2018 Hinotoli V Sema, Ph.D. candidate, TISS Mumbai

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oday with much hope and blessings we the women organization of Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party wish you all Happy International Women’s Day 2018 with the campaign theme #PressforProgress.

With the world Economic Forum’s 2017 Global Gender Gap Report findings telling us that gender parity is over 200 years away – there has never been a more important time to keep motivated and #PressforProgress.

And with Global activism for women’s equality fuelled by movements like #MeToo, # TimeUp and more – there is a strong global momentum striving for gender parity.

And when we know that gender parity won’t happen overnight, the good news is that across the world women are making positive gains day by day. Plus, there’s indeed a very strong and growing global movement of advocacy, activism and support.

So we can’t be complacent. Now, more than ever, there’s a strong call-to action to press forward and progress gender parity. A strong call to #PressforProgress. A strong call to motivate and unite friends, colleagues and whole communities to think, act and be gender inclusive.

Today on 8th March as we celebrate International Women’s Day “People’s Democratic Alliance” begins its new government in Nagaland that marks a new era for the women in Nagaland. As we have all observed never have we seen this level of women participation in politics which we have seen in 2018 election. Even though none of them could be elected this time, but we are hopeful and wish that there will be women elected representative in the near future. The day belongs to all groups collectively everywhere. So together, let’s all be tenacious in accelerating gender parity. Collectively, Lets All Press for Progress…..

Vikali A Zhimomi, General Secretary & Visevonuo (Bebi), President

the twin issues of Nandigram and Singur, there was no forewarning in Tripura. Consequently, the suddenness of the debacle in Tripura is more astounding.

What went wrong then? The Left in Tripura has failed to feel the pulse of the people, a symptom of a greater malaise that has afflicted the India’s communist parties for the past many decades.

Several Indian newspapers have reported that Tripura is one of the Indian states suffering most with burgeoning unemployment rate. Tripura has an unemployment magnitude of 19.7% according to relevant sources. BJP leaders blamed the leftist political parties frequently for their failure to reduce unemployment in Tripura.

Sarkar’s popularity or honesty, however, could not hide occasional cases of corruption, faulty implementation of grassroots programmes, the weakening of the Left’s organisational structure, and some of the Left leaders choosing not to be so die-hard honest as their chief minister.

The people of Tripura have had enough of glorification of poverty, which is the wont of communists. While keeping them mesmerised by his austere manners, Chief Minister Manik Sarkar deprived the State of a semblance of development. Different parts of the province stay poorly connected via land routes by means of pothole-ridden or dug-out roads.

There has been no such thing as industry in Tripura. Sarkar exploited the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act by rewarding those with the contracts who stayed loyal to him

and denying those who refused to bow to him.

It was appalling that old men and women in their 80s and 90s had to carry rubber tree twigs on their backs and walk miles of hilly roads to the market to earn no more than Re 1 out of Rs 108 for which a kilogram of wood sells.

They had resigned to their fate with the belief that this was how life was supposed to be until the BJP arrived.

CORRUPTION:Though former CM was projected as honest leader but many scams under his regime.Notable are Teachers recr uitment scam( 10,323 teachers recruitment was declared as unconstitutional), ROSE VALLEY CHIT FUND SCAM,BISHALGARH BLOCK SCAM etc.A few of his cabinet ministers were being interrogated

by CBI. Recruitment Scam: About 10,000 teachers were recruited without TET exam. While opposition alleged that they were selected on the basis of party loyalty , CPIM claimed that they were giving jobs to the poor and unprivileged ( not necessarily to the most eligible). Their recruitment was held illegal by Supreme court and they were going to be kicked out of their jobs. BJP (which is made up of the leaders who were against their recruitment) showed sympathies to those illegally recruited teachers while CPIM turned their back on them ultimately. This led to their changing of party loyalties.

Prof Mithilesh Kumar Sinha, Finance Officer, NU Lumami

Reader’s Post

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Evidence of an architect

India is the largest democracy in the world and the deep rooted democratic traditions of India is recognized and respected the world over. Nagaland, as a part and parcel of the Indian Union is not immune to the BJP wave in the whole of India under the dynamic leadership of PM Narendra Modi who is today one of the few recognized statesman of the world.

Yes, the BJP do use the religious card chiefly in the Hindi heartland to further its electoral prospects, but, actually, which political party doesn’t? Infact, BJP must be credited for checking the rise of extreme Muslim fundamentalism in India.

Nagaland, in tune with the secular democratic fabric of the Indian Union, has always conducted her elections in the like manner. But as a proclaimed Christian state, and in adherence to the professing spirit of Christianity, the Church was well within its right and moral jurisdiction to warn the people to be aware against any infringement on our faith in the guise of political expediency. The Naga people in general are innocent and gullible by nature. Hence the Church would have failed in its primary duty if it had desisted from airing its concern. In no way has the Church exceeded in exercising its mission work as the conscience keeper of the Naga society. As it is, Jesus did His preaching’s even if people listened or not.

It was providence, if not divine intervention, that neither the NPF-NPPJDU combine nor the NDPP-BJP alliance could add up to a majority on their own. Certainly, divine intervention propelled the victory of one JDU and one independent candidate to tilt the tantalizing balance in the favor of NDPP-BJP alliance. Full attention salute to G. Kaito Aye and Tongpang Ozukum. You both are heroes chosen by God to bring about peace, unity, and stability. Any conclusive definite win by either the NPF or the NDPP alliance would have sharply divided the Naga people.

This election result evidently demonstrates that God, The Almighty Father, care for the Naga people. Man proposes but God disposes. God is our architect.

Benito Z. Swu 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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TN statue row: BJP office, several Brahmins attacked

Police personnel guard the statue of rationalist leader E V Ramasamy, popularly known as ‘Periyar’, in Chennai. (PTI) C h e n na i , M a r 7 (IANS): Hours after a bomb attack on a BJP office, BJP National Secretary H. Raja on Wednesday expressed regret for his Facebook page calling for the razing of statues of iconic Dravidian leader E.V. Ramasamy or Periyar in Tamil Nadu.

As a fallout of Raja’s comment and the vandalising of Periyar’s statue at Thirupattur in Vellore district late on Tuesday, several Tamil Brahmins were attacked in Triplicane area here on Wednesday morning and their sacred thread were cut by vandals on two wheelers raising pro-Ramasamy slogans.

According to a police official, four persons have surrendered in connection with the assault though no formal complaint was registered by the affected persons.

Early on Wednesday, a petrol bomb was hurled at a BJP office in Coimbatore,

around 500 km from here, by unidentified persons.

Later, in a fresh Facebook post, Raja expressed his heartfelt regret for his Tuesday post which he claimed was a message posted by his social media administrator without his permission and hence he had removed it.

Raja expressed regret for the earlier post which sparked outrage. According to him, damaging the statues of Ramasamy could not be condoned.

The message that was posted and later removed said: “Who is Lenin? What is the connection between him (Lenin) and India?

What connection between Communism and India?

“Lenin’s statue was broken down in Tripura.

Today it is Lenin’s statue in Tripura, tomorrow it will be the statue of caste fanatic E.V. Ramasamy.”

Barring the r uling AIADMK, all other parties in Tamil Nadu denounced

HC terms assault on Delhi bureaucrat ‘unfortunate’

Raja. Late on Tuesday, two persons - one of them R. Muthuraman, a BJP member - were arrested in Thirupattur in Vellore for vandalizing the statue of Periyar, considered the fatherfigure of the rationalist movement in Tamil Nadu.

The Tamil Nadu unit of the BJP sacked Muthuraman from its basic membership.

The attackers at the BJP’s office in Coimbatore came in a three-wheeler and hurled the petrol bomb inside the office.

Meanwhile, the President of the Makkal Needhi Maiam, Kamal Haasan, said on Wednesday that the Ramasamy statue controversy had been raked up to divert people’s attention from the setting up of a Cauvery Management Board as directed by the Supreme Court.

On Tuesday, Kamal urged other political leaders not to waste their energy commenting on the issue.

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New Delhi, Mar 7 (IANS): Delhi High Court on Wednesday termed as “unfortunate” an alleged assault on Chief Secretary Anshu Prakash by ruling legislators and said the trust among bureaucrats and legislators was vanishing.

Justice Mukta Gupta, while reserving order on the bail plea of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Prakash Jarwal, arrested for allegedly assaulting Prakash last month, said the court wants legislators and bureaucrats to feel safe. The court also observed that this was the third case against Jarwal under section 186 of the Indian Penal Code for obstructing public servant in discharge of public function, and called it a very serious allegation.

Jarwal’s counsel Rebecca John told the court that her client is ready to give an undertaking, including that he will maintain distance from the Chief Secretary, and requested court to grant him bail. Prakash’s counsel Sidharth Luthra opposed the bail plea and said the legislator might pressurise or harass his client.

Luthra apprised the court about a notice sent to Prakash by the Question and Reference Committee of the Delhi Assembly in which Jarwal is a member of the inquiry team.

Earlier on Wednesday, the court asked that if “a person can be assaulted in the presence of the Delhi Chief Minister and the Deputy Chief Minister, what will happen at other places”.

“How should I be satisfied that no such incident would take place in future,” the court wondered.

Meanwhile, the court asked the Delhi Police to file response on the bail plea of another legislator Amanatullah Khan and listed his plea for hearing on March 12.

SC reserves verdict on plea to scrap former MPs’ pension New Delhi, Mar 7 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Wednesday reserved its verdict on a plea seeking to scrap the lifelong pension to former MPs, including the family pension, saying it cannot be described as “discriminatory”.

The court was hearing a petition by NGO Lok Prahari that said that 82 per cent of the lawmakers were “crorepatis” and “the poor tax payers should not be made to bear the burden of their pension, including their family pension”.

Stating that this was not an ideal state of affairs, a bench of Justice J. Chelameswar and Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul said they could not go into this aspect. “We agree this is not an ideal state. But we can’t go into it.”

As petitioner for the NGO in its rejoinder arguments sought to underline the point that people were

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being taxed to pay the former MPs, Justice Chelameswar said: “Let us take statistics. How many former bureaucrats are crorepatis? Should their pension be discontinued?”

Referring to the offices of the Election Commissioners, Comptroller and Auditor General of India and the MPs, the court said their conditions of working were different and they can’t be equated with others getting pension after putting in life-long service.

“You can’t make all pensioners one class”, the court said, brushing aside the plea by S.N. Shukla representing Lok Prahari that grant of pension to former lawmakers violated the citizens right of equality before law guaranteed under Article 14 of the Constitution.

A former senior bureaucrat, Shukla is General Secretary of the NGO.

He argued the matter in person.

Shukla said that pension has been discontinued even for the government employees.

Attor ney General K.K. Venugopal defended the grant of pension to former MPs, saying their dignity had to be maintained. He also defended the provision of travelling allowance to them, saying they have to travel to their constituencies.

As Shukla told the bench that in no other democracy the lawmakers were getting post-retirement benefits, Justice Chelameswar wondered if there was any democracy where such questions were decided by the courts.

Pressing his point, Shukla said to “amend a law for the benefit of some persons can’t be reasonable” and that it disturbs the level playing field for free and fair elections.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all the people in 2 Dimapur II AC for electing me to be your representative. I promise to uphold the trust you have given me and try to be a leader of your expectations.

I am also overwhelmed by the love, support and prayers from my friends, colleagues, party workers, different communities of Dimapur II, individuals and well-wishers. My family and I will always remember your sacrifice and we pray that our relationship will remain steadfast in the years to come.

To the Almighty God, who does things in His time, Praise be His name.

Thank you.

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Mr. Moatoshi Longkumer NPF Candidate 2 Dimapur II AC

Uramia Chazou Ketuoko pete bu thenyi ha-u la kecha chübadi puotei hanhie vor kepekrophrieshü nudi pete kieya.

1. The people of 21 Tuli A/C have spoken and we accept the people’s verdict.

2. Our support and cooperation should be extended to the elected leader.

3. The election campaign was hard and sometimes bitter but you all stood firm and faithful as true Christian warriors and did not retaliate even when provoked to the extreme.

4. Peaceful polling on the polling day speaks volume of your faith and belief that you have overcome evil with good.

5. We may have lost the battle but we have won the war, physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally.

6. God in His infinite wisdom have set up a popular Government, where the NDPP + BJP government will fulfill the hopes, dreams and aspiration of the people desiring a change in Nagaland.

7. Let us stand together and continue to give our support for a stable and successful government under the leadership of Mr. Neiphiu Rio and Mr. Chingwang Konyak.

8. A strong government and a strong opposition is the ingredient that makes democracy come alive and thrive.

9. Thank you Tuli Administration and Tuli police administration for your efficient and competent handling of the election process, which is not only laudable but deeply appreciated by all.

10. To all the electorates, especially the public of 21 Tuli A/C. I and my family thank you all for the help and unstinting support rendered during those crucial times. We pray that; God in His abundance mercies will continuously bless you and your families in the days to come.

11. Let us now leave the past and move forward to a new beginning and a new chapter in our lives. Let us be the change.

“We Must Accept Finite Disappointment, but Never Lose Infinite Hope” Martin Luther King Jr. Thank you once again. God bless you all!

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

With profound gratitude I would like to take this opportunity to thank the supporters of the BJP, 17 Chizami Assembly constituency for the faith reposed on me during this 13th General Election. Their support and unhindered trust in my leadership has given me faith to forge ahead and work relentlessly for the development and well- being of our area. I shall however remain deeply grateful to Shri Amit Shah, BJP National President; Shri Ram Madav, National General Secy; Shri Ajay Jamwal, General Secy (Org), North East Zone; Shri Visasolie Lhoungu, State BJP President and his team; Phek District BJP unit; 17 Chizami Mandal rank and file and dedicated Booth level workers for aiding me during the election.

A special mention needs to be made of our Union Minister (Home Affairs), Shri Kiren Rijiju who campaigned for me at the historic rally at Chizami Town on the 19th of February 2018 and vouched for me. I also remain indebted to Shri Ananta Narayan Mishra, Secretary (Org) Nagaland, Shri Priyang Pandey and Shri K James Vizo for their invaluable inputs.

Our experience during this 13th General Election was inexplicably odd with the church terming me and my supporters as Anti-Christians and alleging us to be Hindutva ideologists. However, I harbour no malice and ill feeling against the church and I am deeply inspired by the maturity shown by my supporters and BJP workers in the area and district who remained calm and positive in the face of many provocations. I fervently request them to continue to demonstrate being better Christians and human beings It is my prayer therefore that we will continue to work together for the betterment of the area and not give in to discouragement. The best times are ahead and I am hopeful of this.

I also congratulate our new Chief Minister, Neiphiu Rio and our newly elected BLP Leader, Mr Y Patton; believing that their leadership will take our state to greater heights. The success of the BJP legislators is truly commendable and I congratulate all of them sincerely.

As a BJP Candidate and a committed party man, I reiterate my allegiance to the grand national BJP party and stand by its slogan “Together with all, development for all” Kevechutso Doulo BJP candidate 17 Chizami Area Constituency.

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Srinivasan also confirmed that his bank had lent Rs 200 crore to the two groups. According to the sources, both said that there was “no visible possibility of any recovery”.

The anti-fraud agency on Tuesday asked ICICI Bank chief Chanda Kochhar and Axis Bank’s Shikha Sharma to appear in presence or send representatives to explain to SFIO how much their banks had lent to jeweller Nirav Modi and his partner and uncle Mehul Choksi. The two have fled the country.

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It added that India would be the third-largest contributor in Asia with respect to wealthy population after China and Japan.

“India’s wealthy population in the prime (having more than $5 million) category rose to 47,720 individuals between 2016 and 2017 recording 21 per cent growth which is more than double the global average (9 per cent) and one and half times the Asia average (14 per cent),” it said. “The country’s affluent class in the super prime (having more than $50 million ) category also grew by 21 per cent between 2016 and 2017,” it added.

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The policy would detail the architecture for India to make the move towards adopting second generation, or advanced, biofuels in the future, from the current first generation ones being used, which are essentially sugar-based, Pradhan said addressing the first EU-India Conference on Advanced Biofuels here.

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Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates whose fortunes are valued at $90 billion and investor Warren Buffet with $84 billion.

In 2017, Gates ranked first globally with $86 billion, Buffet second with $75.6 billion and Bezos third with $72.8 billion.

Bezos, who also owns The Washington Post newspaper, is the first person to cross the $100 billion mark in assets, Forbes said.

His fortunes rose by $39.2 billion over the past year, which Forbes said is the list’s biggest one-year jump ever.

Gates, who heads the world’s biggest philanthropic organisation, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, has donated a lot of his as-

Indian on the Forbes list.

Software company HCL’s founder Shiv Nadar is the fourth richest Indian on the list with $14.6 billion and is ranked 98 globally.

Sun Pharmaceuticals founder Dilip Shanghvi ranks next as the fifth riches Indian with $12.8 billion at the 115th global spot.

The Indian pharmaceutical sector has the most number of billionaires - 16.

It is followed by consumer goods with 15 billionaires, real estate with nine, and software services and diversified investments with eight each.

Nirav Modi, the jeweller who has reportedly been linked to an alleged $2 billion-fraud involving the Punjab National Bank, was not on last year’s or this year’s global list of billionaires, but a separate list of only Indian billionaires published by Forbes in October ranked him 85th with assets worth $1.8 billion.

Many people of the Indian diaspora also figure on the Forbes list. Construction magnate Pallonji Mistry, who is listed as Irish, is ranked 66th with $17.8 billion.

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The software entrepreneur Azim Premji moves to the second richest Indian spot in 2018, passing Lakshmi Mittal, the international steel tycoon, according to the magazine.

Premji moved up from the 72nd global spot in 2017 with $14.9 billion, to the 58th rank with $18.8 billion this year.

Although the value of his assets have increased over the past year, Lakshmi Mittal slid to the 62nd rank on the 2018 global list and to the third spot among Indians with $18.5 billion from the 56th worldwide rank with $16.4 billion in 2017.

The richest Indian woman on the Forbes list is Savitri Jindal of the Jindal steel and power conglomerate, who ranks 176th globally on the Forbes list with $8.8 billion.

Next is the biotech entrepreneur Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw at 629 with $3.6 billion.

The 39-year-old financial technology entrepreneur Vijay Shekhar Sharma, who ranks 1,394th globally with $1.7 billion, is the youngest

cabinet soon,” he said.

“The policy will go beyond biofuels based on sugar and see what other kinds of feedstock can be used like cellulosic and lignocellulosic materials.

There is a Rs 1 lakh crore opportunity available in this waste-to-wealth economy.”

For India, in the future, biofuels would be the cost-effective, pollution-free import substitute to polluting fossil fuels.

While first generation biofuels are made from sugars via molasses and vegetable oils, advanced biofuels are made from lignocellulosic biomass or woody crops, agricultural residues and municipal waste.

Noting that biofuels in India are currently “only made from molasses”, Pradhan pointed out that Budget 2018-19 presented last month had announced incentives for “waste-to-wealth” conversion projects, including the Gobar Dhan scheme focused on producing bioCNG. As a measure of incentivising, state-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) have already agreed on long-term offtake of 2G ethanol by assuring suppliers of 15-year offtake contracts, Pradhan said.

He cited the example of Indian Oil Corp’s (IOC) recent agreement with the Punjab government to set up several bio-CNG (compressed natural gas) plants in the state over the next 5 years.

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NEW YORK, MAR 7 (IANS): India has 121 billionaires -- 19 more than last year -- making them the third largest group of the ultra-rich after those from the US and China, according to Forbes, the business magazine that produces an annual list.

Mukesh Ambani, the energy and petrochemicals magnate, who keeps his standing as the richest Indian, is richer by $16.9 billion in 2018 with assets of $40.1 billion, according to the magazine’s list released online on Tuesday.

He moved up to the 19th global rank on the list of 2,208 billionaires worldwide compiled by Forbes. In 2017, he ranked 33rd with $23.2 billion.

The US has 585 billionaires and China 373 this year on the Forbes tally, which it calls “The Three Comma Club” for the punctuation used in writing out fully the billion in numbers.

In 2017, there were 102 Indians on the list.

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Lanka blocks internet to stop sectarian violence

KATUGASTOTA, MAR 7 (AGENCIES): AntiMuslim rioting flared anew Wednesday in the hills of central Sri Lanka despite a state of emergency, as the government ordered popular social media networks blocked to stop the violence from spreading, reports AP. The police also ordered a curfew across much of the region for the third straight day, trying to calm the situation.

In the small town of Katugastota, Ikram Mohamed, a Muslim, stood outside the wreckage of the textile shop where he worked, after Sinhalese Buddhist mobs set it on fire. He and the owner had closed the shop Wednesday morning when police announced the curfew. They returned to find it destroyed, and clothing and dressmaker dummies smoking in the ruins.

“There are many good Sinhalese people,” he said.

“This is being done by a few jealous people.”

Muslims own many of the small businesses in Sri Lanka, a fact that many believe has helped make them targets as Buddhist-Muslim relations have worsened in

Sri Lankan police officers attempt to douse burning shops in Ambatenna, in central Sri Lanka, March 7, 2018. (AP/PTI) recent years amid the rise of hard-line Buddhist groups, which accuse Muslims of forcing people to convert and destroying sacred Buddhist sites.

Area residents said mobs swept through at least two towns in the central hills Wednesday, attacking two mosques and a string of Muslim-owned shops and buildings.

An internet company official, meanwhile, said the government had ordered popular social media networks blocked in areas near the violence, and slowed dramatically across the rest of the country.

The official, speaking on condition of anonymity under company policy,

said the order was for Facebook, Instagram, Viber and WhatsApp. Some of those networks appeared to be blocked in Colombo, the capital, while others worked sporadically and very slowly. President Maithripala Sirisena declared the state of emergency on Tuesday, though a day later details of the decree remained unclear.

While the hills were flooded with soldiers and policemen ordering people off the street, little, if anything, appeared to have changed elsewhere in the country.

While gover nment officials have not directly accused Buddhist extremists of being behind the violence, many comments appeared aimed at them.

international Ghani calls for patience on peace talks progress KABUL, MAR 7 (IANS): Afghanistan’s President Ashraf Ghani on Wednesday called for patience on the progress of peace talks without any pre-conditions following his proposal to insurgent groups a week ago.

Ghani said it was normal for some people to have doubts over his peace call after four decades of war led to enmity and hatred.

“To reach this goal, we should be patient and not let the enemy take the initiative in their own hands,” Ghani said during the Afghan Parliament’s opening ceremony.

“Despite efforts by the government for peace, the enemies of peace -- those who seek their interests in prolonging war and crisis -- will oppose it,” Ghani was cited as saying by Efe news.

On February 28, Ghani offered the Taliban political recognition and talks without pre-conditions as part of a proposal to start negotiations to end the conflict.

Ghani’s announcement came after the insurgent group on February 26 proposed a direct dialogue with the US, the first offer of its kind by the militants, who refused to talk with the Afghan government and the US for years.

Qatar won’t be barred from Arab summit: Saudi prince CAIRO, MAR 7 (AP): Qatar will not be barred from an Arab summit in Riyadh later this month, but the standoff between Doha and a Saudi-led, four-nation alliance could last a “long time,” Saudi Arabia’s crown prince said in comments published today.

Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Egypt cut ties with Qatar in June, accusing the tiny but super-rich Gulf state of supporting militant groups and cozying up to Shiite, non-Arab Iran.

Qatar has long denied funding extremists, though it supports Islamist opposition movements that are considered terrorist groups by other countries in the region. It has long had warm ties with Iran, with which it shares a massive undersea gas field.

“We will not accept any resolutions to the crisis (with Qatar) outside an Arab or a Gulf framework, but that does not mean we will bar Qatar from attending the upcoming Arab summit,” said Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who flew to London last night at the end of a three-day visit to Egypt. His comments, made to Egyptian editors, were

Turkey detains 13 IS militants ANKARA, MAR 7 (AGENCIES): Turkey’s state-run news agency says police in the southern city of Adana have detained 13 Islamic State suspects who were allegedly plotting attacks on a number of buildings in the city, including the U.S. Consulate.

Anadolu Agency says police detained the suspects Wednesday in simultaneous dawn raids at homes, using battering rams to break down doors at some locations. Twelve of the suspects are Syrian nationals, the agency said.

The raids came days after police in the Turkish Black Sea coastal city of Samsun detained four Iraqi IS suspects while investigating a possible plot against the U.S. Embassy in the capital Ankara, forcing the American facility to close.

Turkey suffered a series of deadly terror attacks in 2015 and 2016 carried out by IS or Kurdish rebels.

In this March 6, 2018 photo, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visits Al Azhar Mosque in Cairo.

published today in the AlShorouk newspaper.

He said the crisis with Qatar “could last for a long time,” comparing it to the United States’ decades-long embargo on Cuba.

Saudi Arabia sealed Qatar’s only land border last June, and the four nations have cut off air and sea access, forcing Qatar to divert flights over Iran and transit goods through other ports.

The prince described Iran, Turkey and militant groups as the “contemporary triangle of evil.” He said the Muslim Brotherhood, an Islamist group declared a terrorist organisation by Egypt and outlawed

in most Gulf Arab states, had taken advantage of democratic elections.

He said Turkey, which supports the Brotherhood, was trying to resurrect the Ottoman Empire.

The Brotherhood won a series of free elections in Egypt after the 2011 Arab Spring uprisings, culminating in Egypt’s presidential election the following year.

But President Mohammed Morsi, a senior Brotherhood figure, was overthrown a year later by the military amid mass protests calling for his resignation.

The prince claimed success in the kingdom’s struggle to counter Tehran’s

Reformist pope Paul VI to be made a saint: Vatican

Archbishop Oscar Arnulfo Romero (File) VATICAN CITY, MAR 7 (AFP): Pope Paul VI, who oversaw the sweeping “Vatican II” reforms of the Catholic Church in the 1960s, will soon be made a saint, the Vatican announced today.

Oscar Romero, the archbishop of San Salvador who was assassinated in 1980 after speaking out against repression and social injustice in his country, will also be canonised, the Holy See said in a statement.

Pope Francis signed decrees on Tuesday giving the go-ahead for the honours on the basis of miracles attributed to each candidate, the statement said.

The pope put Paul VI on the path of sainthood by beatifying him in October 2014, while Oscar Romero was likewise elevated to the status of “blessed” in May 2015.

The Second Vatican Council, or Vatican II, brought wide reforms to the Church and revolutionised the relationship between Catholic believers and priests.

Notably mass, historically celebrated in Latin, was translated into local languages and priests addressed their congregations face-on instead of facing the altar.

Romero’s beatification came after decades of controversy over his defence of the poor and repressed, which divided both El Salvador and the Church.

growing influence in the region, saying “Iran’s project is collapsing and we are besieging it everywhere.”

A Saudi-led coalition has been battling Iran-allied rebels in Yemen since March 2015, but has made little headway. The war has killed more than 10,000 people and driven the Arab world’s poorest country to the brink of famine, while the Houthi rebels remain in firm control of the capital, Sanaa, and much of the north.

In Syria, meanwhile, Saudi-backed rebels have suffered a series of setbacks over the past two years as Russian and Iranian support has allowed President Bashar Assad’s forces to advance on several fronts.

Saudi Arabia has sought to rally support against Iran by allying itself with Egypt, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates, Sunni nations that fear Tehran’s growing influence.

A joint Saudi-Egyptian statement released late yesterday, which apparently referred to Iran, said “the security of the Arab region cannot be realised except through the end of all attempts to interfere by a regional party in the affairs of Arab nations.”

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Determined to de-nuclearise N Korea: Trump WASHINGTON, MAR 7 (PTI): The US and its international partners remain determined to achieve the goal of a de-nuclearised Korean Peninsula, President Donald Trump said today.

“We remain determined to achieve a de-nuclearization of the Korean Peninsula,” Trump told reporters at a joint White House news conference with the Swedish Prime Minister.

“There has been a lot of news on that today, he said referring to the news coming from the region that North Korea is willing to talk with the US. “Hopefully it’s positive. Hopefully it will lead to a very positive result,” he said.

Trump was asked if he thinks that North Korea is sincere this time.

“I think that they are sincere but I think they’re sincere also because the sanctions and what we’re doing with respect to North Korea, including the great help that we’ve been given from China, and they can do more, but I think they’ve done more than certainly they’ve ever done for our country before, so China has been a big help,” the US President said.

“I think that’s been a factor, but the sanctions have been very, very strong,

Pak court says ‘no’ to arresting Hafiz LAHORE, MAR 7 (IANS): The Lahore High Court on Wednesday directed the Pakistan and Punjab governments not to arrest or put Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD) chief and 2008 Mumbai terror attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed under house arrest until further orders.

Saeed on January 23 moved the court against his possible arrest, arguing that the government, under alleged pressure from the US and India, wanted to arrest him.

The court directed the governments not to arrest him and ordered them to submit their replies regarding the petitioner’s allegations, Dawn online reported.

The Centre and Punjab governments, however, failed to submit their replies.

In Wednesday’s hearing, they sought more time to do so.

Expressing dismay over the respondents’ failure to comply with orders, Justice Ameenuddin Khan directed the counsel for both governments to file replies

by April 4.

tion, it never worked out,” he said.

“That was the time to have settled this problem, not now. But we are settling it. We’re going to do something now. One way or the other, we have to do something. We cannot let that situation fester.

We cannot let it happen,” Trump said.

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and very biting. And we don’t want that to happen, so I really believe they are sincere. I hope they’re sincere. We’re going to soon find out,” he said.

Earlier in the day, Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that the North Koreans seem to be acting positively.

“But we’re going to see. We’ll know, and I’m willing to go either way.

Hopefully, it’s going to be the proper way. The proper way is the way that everybody knows and everybody wants. But we are prepared to go either way,” he said.

“I think that their statement and the statements coming out of South Korea and North Korea have been very positive.

That would be a great thing for the world. A great thing for the world. So we’ll see

how it all comes about,” Trump said.

Trump did not give a definite answer when asked if he would be willing to meet the North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.

“We’ll see what happens. Let’s see what happens,” he said.

“Would you agree to direct talks if they agree to just suspend any types of tests right now? Would you agree to talks?” Trump was asked.

“We’re going to see what happens. I don’t want to talk so much about things that we don’t know yet. But we have had very good dialogue. I think it was very positive dialogue. You’ve heard that before. But so far, whether you look at the Clinton administration, or the Bush administration, or the Obama administra-

Damascus intensifies Ghouta assault

BEIRUT, MAR 7 (AGENCIES): Syrian government forces pounded a town in the eastern Ghouta with air strikes on Wednesday in an effort to slice the rebel enclave in two as they intensified a campaign to deal the opposition its biggest defeat since 2016.

The Syrian government assault of the densely populated area on the outskirts of Damascus, which began more than two weeks ago, has become one of the fiercest campaigns of the war now entering its eighth year.

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights monitoring group says 800 civilians have been killed by government bombing and shelling.

Live footage broadcast

by Syrian state TV from the outskirts of the town of Mesraba showed enormous clouds of smoke rising into the sky.

The sounds of explosions and jets could be heard.

A state TV correspondent said militant defenses in the town were being struck by “preparatory fire” in advance of a planned infantry assault.

Capturing Mesraba would divide the eastern Ghouta in two after days of a ground offensive that

UN rights chief on ZION HOSPITAL & RESEARCH CENTRE DIMAPUR : NAGALAND China’s human rights GENEVA, MAR 7 (IANS): The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights on Wednesday said China’s actions on human rights did not match its words and the level of respect for basic liberties remained low in the country.

Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein presented his annual report on human rights in the world to the UN Human Rights Council, criticising the situation in China in the report, Efe news reported.

“President Xi Jinping has called for ‘people-centred development for winwin outcomes as part of a community of shared future for mankind’, a commendable ambition. Sadly, China’s global ambitions on human rights are seemingly not mirrored by its record at home,” Hussein said.

“My office continues to receive urgent appeals regarding arbitrary detentions, enforced disappearances, ill-treatment and discrimination, emanating from human rights defenders, lawyers...,” he added.

VISITING CONSULTATS

NEUROLOGIST Dr. Amit Ranjan Baruah MBBS MD DNB (Neurology) consultant Neurologist from GNRC Hospitals, Guwahati will be available for consultation on 18th March 2018 (Sunday, 3:00 pm onwards) & 19th March 2018 ( Monday 9:00 am onwards).

UROLOGIST Dr. Joy N. Chakraborty MS, DNB (Surgery), DNB (Urology), FRCS renowned Endourosurgeon from Guwahati will be available for consultation on 21th March 2018 (Wednesday) for Urinary problems, Prostate, Kidney & Bladder Stone.

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VACANCY Inviting applications for Rural Residential Consultants (RRC) for the under mentioned locations : 1) Peren - 1 no 2) Medziphema - 1no 3) Kohima - 2 nos 4) Mokokchung - 1 no Criteria : Qualification : 10+2/Graduate, Age : Below 30. Resume to be sent to apxme@ rediffmail.com on or before 17th March' 2018.

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The US has imposed new sanctions on North Korea for using chemical warfare agent VX to assassinate Kim Jong-un’s half-brother, the State Department said today.

On February 22, the US determined under the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991 (CBW Act) that the Government of North Korea used the chemical warfare agent VX to assassinate Kim Jong Nam, in the Kuala Lumpur airport, State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert said.

These sanctions are in addition to existing US comprehensive sanctions against targeting unlawful North Korean activities.

The sanctions took effect upon publication of this determination in the Federal Register on Monday, she said.

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Smoke rises from the besieged Eastern Ghouta in Damascus, Syria, February 27, 2018.

the Observatory says has already seen government forces capture nearly half of the territory. The Observatory said an extra 700 progovernment militia fighters had arrived at the front as reinforcements.

In Douma, eastern Ghouta’s biggest town where civilians from other parts of the area have sought shelter, the sound of frontline battles could be heard, a witness there told Reuters.

The United Nations says 400,000 people are trapped in the towns and villages of the eastern Ghouta, under government siege for years and already running out of food and medicine before the assault. An aid convoy reached the area this week but government

officials had stripped out most medical supplies.

Ru s s i a , P r e s i d e n t Bashar al-Assad’s most powerful ally, has offered rebel fighters safe passage out with their families and personal weapons.

The proposal echoes previous agreements under which insurgents, in the face of military defeat, were permitted to withdraw to opposition-held areas at the Turkish border.

The U.N. Security Council has called for a 30-day countrywide ceasefire, but Moscow and Damascus have not halted the campaign, arguing that the fighters they are striking are members of banned terrorist groups unprotected by the truce.

CONGRATULATION The BJP 37th Tyui A/C (Mandal) wishing a heartily congratulates to Shri. Y. Patton, on being elected recently concluded 13th NLA 2018.

Meanwhile, 37th Tyui A/C (Mandal) expresses its profound gratitude to all the supporters of BJP Candidates, for having strong faith and over whelming cast their precious votes in favour of Shri. Y. Patton. The Party official in particular and BJP supporters in general looking forward to continue to do for the best and may Almighty God bless to achieve your every endeavour for the days to come.

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Sd/(K. Mhathung Ezung) 37th Tyui A/C General Secretary (Media Cell)

APPRECIATION

BJP 38th Wokha A/C Wokha Unit party workers conveys our deep appreciation to all the supporters in the recently concluded state assembly election 2018.

Though we fall short of Victory, the unit reminds all party supporters that our real Journey had begun. The unit in particular thank Dr. T.M. Lotha, BJP Candidate 38th Wokha A/C for his exemplary actions shown to the younger generation through his Clean Politics. Sir, though the race was lost, the Match was won in the form of thousands of supporters. You as a ‘Shining Example of Clean & Fair Election’, let us re-enforce our commitment of building a strong foundations for the Future Race.

The Unit further take this opportunity to thank all the Church Leaders.

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jected Hadiya’s charge that it had created a story (of love jihad and forced conversions to Islam) and were trying to establish it without any proof. The NIA asked the court to take into consideration the outcome of the status report filed by it before passing any order.

Hadiya, in her affidavit before the top court, had earlier said that she converted to Islam and married Jahan on her own and wanted to remain like that. She had levelled allegations against her father and some NIA officials for being prejudiced.

The court had asked the NIA, which is investigating the matter, to probe into any criminality in the marriage, but not to intrude into it. On investigation aspect, the NIA in its affidavit said that it has almost completed the investigation except examination of two individuals, Fasal Musthafa and Shirin Shahand,

who are material and crucial witnesses in the case.

The agency said it has been learnt that these two individuals left India before the NIA took over the investigation, as directed by the court, and they are currently in Yemen.

“The NIA got lookout circulars issued through competent authority. Barring these two crucial witnesses, the investigation by the NIA is almost complete,” it stated.

“The NIA will complete the investigation at the earliest and will proceed in accordance with the law based on the outcome of the investigation of the case,” affidavit added.

The top court by its November 27, 2017 order had set Hadiya free from the custody of her parents and directed that she be allowed to complete her studies at a Salem homeopathy college. The apex court will hear the case next on March 9.

Respond to plea on Rohingya refugees by Mar 16: SC to Centre

All-women patrolling squad launched in Delhi

to the pushback policy of the Border Security Force (BSF) at the border and for improved living conditions in Rohingya refugee camps. Appearing for the petitioner Mohammad Salimullah, counsel Prashant Bhushan said that Rohingya refugees be extended the same facilities that were being made available to Sri Lankan Tamil refugees who have arrived in Tamil Nadu for safe shelter.

Bhushan in the last hearing of the matter on January 31 had complained that the BSF was preventing Rohingya refugees from crossing over from Bangladesh and Myanmar borders by “sprinkling chilli powder”.

He had said that pushback was not only occurring on the borders with Bangladesh but also in the states that share a border with Myanmar, and had cited BSF chief K.K. Sharma’s statement saying that it is their policy to push back the Rohingya refugees seeking to enter India instead of arresting them.

New Delhi, Mar 7 (IANS): On the eve of International Women’s Day, the Delhi Police has launched an all-women patrolling squad to protect women from cat-callers and instil a sense of confidence among women.

Police on Wednesday said the initiative was conceived with twin objectives -- to give security and comfort to women and girls on roads, public places, outside schools, metro stations, parks and colleges in south Delhi, and to motivate policewomen.

“The initiative is aimed at motivating ‘female police personnel’ by making the system more inclusive for them and putting them as a pro-active front of field policing. All in all, it is an effort to provide additional safeguards to women in south Delhi,” Deputy Commissioner of Police Romil Baaniya told IANS. “The women patrolling squad has been equipped with bikes with four riding gear, a gypsy with a women police officer as a driver and in charge to lead the patrol team, wireless sets, protection team and firearms.

criminal or a terrorist, saying the entire probe has been undertaken by it in accordance with the order passed by the apex court.

“The NIA has conducted the investigation in a fair, objective and impartial manner based upon the evidence/ material collected so far. There is no question of any personnel, who was entrusted with the investigation of the case, acting in a prejudicial manner, much less treating Hadiya as a criminal or a terrorist,” stated the affidavit filed by the NIA. The agency also re-

Supreme Court of India.

New Delhi, Mar 7 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Wednesday gave time to the Centre to file response to a plea seeking to halt the alleged “pushback” of Rohingya refugees at the borders and providing improved living conditions in their camps across the country.

The apex court bench of Chief Justice Dipak Misra, Justice A.M. Khanwilkar and Justice D.Y. Chandrachud gave the Centre time till March 16 to file the response as Additional Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told the court that he has received instructions to respond to the plea for halt to

the pushback of Rohingya refugees and for improved living conditions in their camps.

The court directed the next hearing of the matter on March 19.

In the last hearing of the matter on January 31, ASG Mehta had told the court not to interfere in the matter as “constitutionally empowered executive was seized of the matter and the diplomatic process is on to deal with the situation”.

The petitioner Mohammad Salimullah -- a Rohingya refugee himself -- had filed an application on January 30 seeking a halt

DECLARATION

I, Shri. Lutovi Sema, S/o Zhevukhu Sema, Permanent resident of Naghuto New village under Zunheboto District, Nagaland do hereby solemnly swear on oath and declare as under : 1. That I am the bonafide citizen of India, resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That my actual name is officially records and entered as Lutovi Sema in all legal document.

3. That my name is erroneously entered/recorded as Lutovi Chishi in my Aadhaar Card where as my name is entered/recorded as Lutovi Sema in all my other official documents.

4. That the name Lutovi Sema and Lutovi Chishi is one and same person.

5. Henceforth I shall use my name as Lutovi Sema for all officials purposes and future correspondence.

6. That the statements made in para 1-5 are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing has been concealed therein.

Deponent Solemnly affirm and declare on oath before Zunheboto on this day 7-10-2015 at Zunheboto, Nagaland.

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Date : 15/01/18

DECLARATION OF ACTUAL NAME I, Smti. I. BOKALI, D/o Shri. lHOZHE, Age about 36 years permanent resident of Sheipu Village under Zunheboto District and presently residing at Amiphoto Colony in the District of Zunheboto Nagaland , do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under : 1. That I am a bonofied citizen of India belonging to Sumi Naga tribe and residing of the above mentioned address.

2. That my actual name according to my appointment order is I. BOKALI 3. That due to ignorance and mistake in my SBI Zunheboto Branch Account No. 30795594812 my name is inadvertently entered and recorded as BOKALI I ZHIMO and in my Aadhaar card bearing No. 870057478727 my name was retrain I. BOKALI. 4. That the above mention name refer to one and the same person, hence from the date of this declaration I should be called and addressed by the name I. BOKALI for all official and legal purpose.

Statements made in the paragraph are true to the best of my knowledge and belief nothing has been concealed therein.

DEPOMENT/DECLARATION Solemnly sworn and affirm before the Notary Public Zunheboto Nagaland on this day.......2018 at Zunheboto Nagaland.

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I, DHAN BAHADUR CHHETRI, S/o Kul Bahadur Chhetri resident of Vill : Bangrati, PO : Galyang Bazar, Dist: Syangja, West Nepal do hereby solemnly affirm on oath and declare as under:1. That I am a citizen of lndia and a resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That in all my academic record and relevant official and service documents I have been using my name as KRISHNA BAHADUR CHHETRI, and the same pertains to my Pet name. However, I am desirous of adopting/assuming my name as DHAN BAHADUR CHHETRI for official convenience. As such the use of KRISHNA BAHADUR CHHETRI as my name in all my academic record and relevant official and service documents is hereby discarded and abandoned, and hereby assumed and adopted the name of DHAN BAHADUR CHHETRI as my father name/surname.

3. That in any kind of records, deeds, documents and in all other dealings and transactions as well as employment, I shall use my name as DHAN BAHADUR CHHETRI. 4. That there is no objection from any corner on my assumption and adoption of my name as DHAN BAHADUR CHHETRI which may be corrected in the interest of justice.

5. That this declaration is being sworn to declare that henceforth I shall use my name as, DHAN BAHADUR CHHETRI and the same shall be construed as my official father's name for all legal and future correspondence/references .

VERIFICATION That the averments made in para 1 to 5 are true to my knowledge and belief and nothing is concealed therein.

DEPONENT Solemnly sworn before me by the deponent on this the.....day of ......2018.

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ALL NAGALAND PWD FIELD WORKER’S ASSOCIATION P.W.D. (R&B)/HOUSING & N.H H.Q:- KOHIMA-797001: NAGALAND Regd. No. ED. RSGSS-2033/91-92 (Pt) dated 24/03/93

MEETING CALL The All Nagaland P.W.D Field Workers Association PWD (R&B)/Housing & National Highway (NH) informs all the unit President/Secretary along with Advisors that there will be a General meeting on 14th March 2018 at 10:00 am sharp at Tourist Lodge Dimapur near OLD N.S.T. Therefore, all the concerned members have been requested to attend the meeting positively, the main agenda of the meeting will be deliberated on 67% quota reservation for Work-charged Employees Regularization in Service and Silver Jubilee etc.

Hence, all the expenses of the meeting will be borne by the unit fund. Further, it also informs that, any unit office bearers who fails to attend the meeting will be dealt with stern action.

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New Delhi, Mar 7 (IANS): Terming the BJP intolerant, Congress party on Wednesday condemned the pulling down and vandalising of statues in different parts of the country including that of Periyar, considered the father figure of the rationalist movement in Tamil Nadu.

It also said damaging Periyar’s statue was an insult to the poor of the country.

The party slammed the BJP and said “in the name of Hindutva, they (BJP) want to promote Sanatan Dharm and Manuvaad in the country”.

“Pulling down and vandalising of Periyar’s statue is a big insult to not just the people of Tamil Nadu but to the entire country and those who follow his ideology. In a democracy, there are people from all ideologies but there is no tolerance among BJP people. “They are becoming intolerant. Periyar fought for social justice. If anyone was responsible for giving political power to Dalits, backward class, and people belonging to the poorer sections, then it was Periyar,”

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said senior Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge.

He said that damaging Periyar’s statue was an insult to the poor of the country and primarily the women, because Periyar believed in social justice.

“People with vested interest and those who in the name of religion insult such rationalist leaders. People will not be quiet. After this governmemt came to power, such incidents are taking place everywhere and they are getting encouragement,” he added.

Kharge further said: “We can never tolerate this.

For imposing their ideology on others, indulging in violence is not right.”

India, France to ink deals on migration, education, narcotics

New Delhi, Mar 7 (IANS): The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved several agreements to boost people-to-people contact between India and France, which are likely to be signed during the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron from March 9 to 12.

The Cabinet meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved signing of four agreements between India and France on migration of people, recognition of academic qualifications, prevention of illicit consumption and traffic in narcotic drugs, and cooperation on environment. “The Union

Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the signing of Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement between India and France,” said the Ministry of External Affairs in a statement.

The agreement is expected to be signed during the forthcoming visit of the French President to India, it added. “The Agreement represents a major milestone in enhancing peopleto-people contacts, fostering mobility of students, academics, researchers and skilled professionals and strengthening cooperation on issues related to irregular migration and human

trafficking between the two sides,” said the Ministry.

The agreement, initially valid for seven years with a provision for automatic renewal, is a testimony to India’s rapidly expanding multi-faceted relationship with France and symbolizes the increasing trust and confidence between the two sides, said the statement.

The Cabinet also approved the signing of a deal between India and France to facilitate Mutual Recognition of Educational Qualifications and periods of study undertaken by students in recognised and accredited educational institutions in the two countries.

He also condemned the vandalising of statues of B.R. Ambedkar and Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee.

“Be it any statue, be it from any ideology, there should be tolerance in democracy. One should convince people by keeping their ideology in front of people. I condemn such hooliganism in any part of the country.”

Slamming BJP National Secretary H. Raja, he said: “Tamil Nadu BJP secretary is giving official statement that this statue can’t remain here, this ideology can’t be followed. Openly giving a challenge like this is even more condemnable.”

“Action should be taken against people who have damaged statues everywhere. One should not take law into their hands and do anything by scaring people because they think the central government is with them,” he added.

Two persons -- one of them R. Muthuraman, a BJP member -- were arrested in Thirupattur in Vellore for vandalising the statue of Periyar.

Noida police seeks public support to curb loudspeakers Noida, Mar 7 (IANS): The Gautam Budh Nagar police on Wednesday sought public support to curb the noise-creating loudspeakers after 10 p.m. at night.

Prabhat Dixit, PRO to SSP GB Nagar, appealed to the public to inform the police at its control room on phone numbers 8800199955, 9454417376 and 9870395052 for immediate action.

“We have geared up our machinery to enforce the state order to curb the noise created by loudspeakers,” said Dixit.

FELICITATION

The Dimapur Riphyim Union (DRU) with immense pride and honour would like to congratulate Mr. Lowrence Kithan, S/o Mr. Nvothung Kithan for bringing laurels not only to his parents and family but also to the whole members of the Union as well, on completion of Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Agronomy on the "Topic of Thesis" : "Production Potential and Weed Dynamics of Maize (Zea mays L.) Based intercropping Systems under Foothill Condition of Nagaland" from Nagaland University, School of Agricultural Sciences and Rural Development (SASRD), Medziphema.

The DRU wishes him success in all his future endeavour.

(K. Mhonthung Odyuo) Chairman DRU

DECLARATION I, Mr. Kivito Sumi, S/o Lt. Khakhu Sumi, Resident of Medical Colony, in the district of Dimapur, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly swear and affirm on oath as under : 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and a resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That I am the sole and aboslute owner of land covered by Patta No - 1016, Dag No. 418/1290, Mouza No. 1, Block No. - 6, Located at Medical Colony, Dimapur, Nagaland.

3. That anybody who tries to mortgage the said land shall be doing at his/her own risk and liabilities.

4. That I shall not be held responsible for any such deals.

5. That this declaration is made to aver the above statements.

VERIFICATION I, hereby verified that the above made statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and beliefs and nothing is concealed therein.

Deponent Solemnly sworn and affirm before me.

I, Smti. L. Atoni Sumi, D/o Lutovi permanent resident of Project Colony, H/No - 95(A), Dist. Zunheboto, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as follows.

1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India, resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That my actual name is inadvertently recorded in all my official documents, but due to the ignorance my name is inadvertently recorded as Atoni in my Service ID Card & PAN Card bearing No. BCPPA9478J, K. Atoni Awomi in my GPF statement bearing no. CW-6778.

3. That the above mentioned name L. Atoi Sumi, K. Atoni Awomi & Atoni are one and same person which is referred to me.

4. That, from the date of this declaration, I shall use my name as L. Atoni Sumi for all official purpose and legal proceedings and at all times and occasions.

5. That the statements made in para 1-4 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge & belief and nothing material is concealed therein.

Deponent Solemnly affirm and declared before me by the deponent on this ...... day of ...... 2018 at Zunheboto : Nagaland.

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New Delhi, Mar 7 ( AG E N C IE S ) : P r i m e Minister Narendra Modi has asked Border Security Force Director General K.K. Sharma to withdraw an order against a BSF jawan who was penalised seven days of his salary for showing disrespect towards Modi.

“Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed strong displeasure and directed BSF DG to immediately withdraw the punishment given to BSF jawan. BSF has rescinded the order and the concerned Commandant cautioned for his injudicious action,” a spokesperson of the Ministry of Home Affairs said.

As reported by The Hindu, disciplinary proceedings were initiated against constable Sanjeev Kumar for referring to the zero parade as “Modi Programme” on February 21.

The zero parade is held in all units of the BSF every morning when personnel assemble at a common point to report attendance.

Cong condemns vandalising of statues; slams BJP, Raja

OFFICE OF THE

VISWEMA STUDENTS' UNION Kohima : Nagaland

FELICITATION

We the Viswema Students' Union heartily congratulate Shri Er. Krosü Rhetso for being promoted to Engineer in Chief in the Department of Nagaland Public Work (NPWD), Govt. of Nagaland. We express our profound joy and happiness. Wishing him success for his new endeavor.

Ahel Vitsu PRESIDENT, VSU

Vivonü Chaya GEN. SECRETARY, VSU

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

OFFICE OF THE COMMANDANT, 4th NAP BATTALION, THIZAMA P.O. KOHIMA ::: NAGALAND

NO.4 BN/ESSTT-7/2017-18/7812

To

Dated : Thizama, the 5th March'18

No. 45549 Hav - Neituozhü Angami S/o Neikeyie-o Angami Village : Chumukedima P.O - Dimapur P.S. - Dimapur District - Dimapur : Nagaland Sub :- CALLING NOTICE Whereas you have been found absent from Bonafide Government duty without any leave or permission from the competent authority with effect from 07-01-18 till date.

And whereas three calling notice has been served to you vide this office order No. (i) No. 4 BN/ESSTT-7/2016-17/7457, dated 15-01-18 (ii) No. 4 BN/ESSTT-7/2016-17/7636, dated 02-02-18 and (iii) No. 4 BN/ESSTT-7/2017-18/7747, dated 15-02-18, And whereas you have failed to report back for duty.

You are therefore, directed to report back to Battalion Headquarter within 7 (seven) days from the date of publication of this calling notice, failing which departmental enquiry will be initiated against you ex-parte.

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Rothihu Tetseo, NPS Commandant, 4th NAP Battalion Thizama : Nagaland

(Sharon Patton) General Secretary DRU

IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR, NAGALAND S/C No. 41/18 NOTICE

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NIA denies behaving with Hadiya with prejudice

New Delhi, Mar 7 (IANS): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday denied before the Supreme Court the allegation of Kerala woman Hadiya, who is in the midst of a “love jihad” controversy, that the agency behaved with her with a prejudice as if she is a criminal or a terrorist.

The NIA, in an affidavit, filed in the apex court said it has conducted the investigation in a “fair, objective and impartial manner” based upon evidence and material collected so far.

Denying the allegations of Hadiya that she was misled to portray her husband Shafin Jahan as a terrorist and that she was treated as a criminal, the agency said the allegations are “misconceived, entirely baseless, incorrect”.

The NIA denied Hadiya’s allegation that some personnel of the agency behaved with her with a prejudice as if she is a

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NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE UNDER PART-1 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925.

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late Nohosal Angami has been applied by Smti.

Narbada, W/o Lt. Nohosal Angami R/o H.No 168 Signal Angami Village, Dimapur, Nagaland for possession of : (1) P.P.O. No - NL/V/11894 (2) SBI A/C No - 20138219813.

(3) SBI A/C No - 10277132618 who expired on 18-01-2018.

Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may if she/he so desire appear in this court on or before the said day of 9th April 2018.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this the 7th March 2018.

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FELICITATION

I thank Almighty God for showering His abundance of blessings, with immense pride and joy, I on behalf of the Thilixu Village take this opportunity to congratulate and felicitate the following candidates hailing from Thilixu Village for winning the prestigious seats.

1. Er. Picto Shohe : 32 A/C 2. Y. Vikheho Swu : 13 A/C 3. N. Jacob Zhimomi : 4 Ghaspani - I A/C 4. K.T. Sukhalu : 35 A/C 5. H. Khehovi Yephtho : 33 A/C I also extend my heartiest congratulations to following officers from Thilixu Villlage on being promoted to (HODS) of various departments.

1. Er. Ghukhuyi Chishi, Engineer in Chief (Power) 2. Er. Kahuto Zhimo, Addl. Chief Engineer (R & B) 3. Hoto Yepthomi, Director (Land Resources) 4. Dr. Pihoto Khala, Director (Veterinary) 5. G. Ikuto Zhimomi, Director (Agri) May Almighty God continue to guide and give them wisdom in all their future endeavours.

(Plsam 144:15) “Khuno shou hikithepu kükümgha ikughini keno tipa no lo kivipü ke, khuno lhouno ampeü keno tipauno lokivipüe”

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Govt can’t grant special status to Andhra: Jaitley

Hyderabad, Mar 7 (AGENCIES): Union finance minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday ruled out granting special category status to Andhra Pradesh because the concept of special category status exists no more following the recommendation of the 14th finance commission.

Amid speculation that the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) could exit the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) over Andhra Pradesh not being given central funding under ‘special status’, Jaitley sought to pacify the TDP saying the government is committed to giving Andhra Pradesh financial assistance equivalent to a special category state.

At a press conference in New Delhi, Jaitley conceded that before the 2014 elections the BJP had promised to give the status to AP for a period of 10 years.

“However, the concept of special category status ceased to exist following the recommendation of the 14th finance commission, which is a statutory body. That is why, we have decided to grant a special financial package to Andhra Pradesh, keeping in view the loss of revenue it was facing on account of bifurcation,” he said.

He reiterated that the special package would extend all the benefits to the state, which it would have got through the special category status.

Arun Jaitley “It is a simple formula. For the centrally sponsored schemes, the special category states would get 90 per cent in the form of grants, as against 60 per cent for non-special category states. The difference is only 30 per cent and we have agreed to reimburse this additional 30 per cent grants to AP and we stand by it,” he said.

With regard to revenue deficit, he said the dispute was only with regard to the reimbursement for the first 10 months period of 2014-15 (the year of bifurcation), while for all the subsequent years, the revenue deficit amount was being paid as per the 14th finance commission report.

“The maximum amount that could be given for the pending period of 2014-15 is Rs 1600 crore, which we are ready to pay,” he said.

On the assistance for externally aided projects, Jaitley said as per the special financial package, it was decided that the Centre would bear 90 per cent of the loan component.

“But the state said it would

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take a long time to get the loans from external agencies; and so, it wanted the loan amount to be routed through Nabard. But if it is done, it would result in additional fiscal deficit and reduce the borrowing limit of the state. So, we suggested that the state can float a special purpose vehicle to raise loans from Nabard, so that the Centre can bear the 90 per cent of the loan. It is for the state to decide,” he said.

He also said the GST refund being given to eight north-east states and three Himalayan states cannot be given to Andhra Pradesh, as there were several other states more backward than AP and they would all make the same demand.

“We need funds for the country’s security also.

How can we adjust funds?” he said.

Jaitely said the Centre would not succumb to any kind of pressure tactics. “Sentiments and agitations cannot change the rules and regulations of the devolution of funds and there would be no additional funds just because of agitations,” he said.

Jaitley’s remarks drew a sharp comment from the TDP with Andhra Pradesh agriculture minister S Chandramohan Reddy describing them as disappointing.

“The Centre has shown least concern towards Andhra Pradesh.

It has hurt the sentiments of the people,” he said in Delhi.

Naveen inducts 2 media barons into BJD

Pradeepsinh Jadeja Gandhinagar, Mar 7 (IANS): On the eve of International Women’s day, the BJP government in Gujarat admitted that 14,004 women from the state were reported missing during the last two years -- of these, about 76 per cent were found during the same period.

This information was furnished in the Gujarat Legislative Assembly

by Minister of State for Home Pradeepsinh Jadeja on Wednesday.

The minister said that while 10,720 women were found during this time, the whereabouts of the remaining women were still not known.

The urban conglomerates of Ahmedabad and Surat recorded maximum cases of missing women during this time-period, with 2,905 women from Ahmedabad and 2,626 women from Surat reported missing.

Besides women, over 4,900 children also were reported missing during these two years.

The Minister said that of these missing children, the number of those who faced failure in their examination or had fallen in love was on the higher

side. The number of children leaving their house due to a love angle is higher in the age group of 15 years to 18 years, especially among female children, the minister said.

The opposition did not miss a chance to hit at the government on this and alleged that the BJP government was not at all serious regarding the missing children.

Leader of Opposition Paresh Dhanani, MLA from Amreli, said the government provided false data in the House by giving two different figures to two different questions with same purpose raised regarding the missing children.

The data comes a day after the Vijay Rupani government announced that it would be celebrating International Women’s Day on March 8 by welcoming birth of girl child throughout the state by way of giving flowers, sweets and silver coins of Goddess Laxmi and Saraswati.

According to the government, this move was to send out a positive message regarding birth of a girl child, in the wake of alarming figures released by the Registrar General of India regarding the sex ratio at birth in Gujarat that had reduced to 848 in 2016 -- down from 886 in 2001.

The Chief Minister, his deputy, collectors, DDOs and legislators would visit homes of families which would record birth of a girl child and present Mamata Kit along with other gifts.

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expelled him. His elder brother, Niranjan Patnaik, is a former state Congress president. His media operations include a TV channel and an FM radio station. He also has six jatra troupes.

Mr. Rakhyemo na Potsow osi kyon mhadungo ejüng phyoa ombo Rhanbemo Patton tona A to kilo orang Rs. 20,000/-, Rs. 20,000/- epicho to phyocho.

Hoji tsükona orang Hazar Mekyü - Mekyü ji nchung choro March nchuthung oro epile, osi ejüng phyoji ha nlan chonle to Rakhyemo thungi ntsitokala.

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Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik with new party member Soumya Ranjan Patnaik, head of the Eastern Media Limited.

Bhubaneshwar, Mar 7 (AGENCIES): Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik inducted the owners of two regional media houses into his Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Wednesday and picked both as party candidates for the Rajya Sabha elections on March 23.

The chief minister announced the candidatures of Soumya Ranjan Patnaik, editor of Odia daily Sambad, and Achyuta Samanta, founder of the Kalinga Institue of Industrial Technology and owner of Kalinga TV, hours after welcoming them to the BJD. The two media owners joined the BJD less than two months after the CM suspended party MP Baijayant Panda for alleged anti-party activities. Panda has described the allegations as false and baseless.

Panda’s wife owns Odisha

TV (OTV), one of the most widely watched channels in the state.

The CM chose party MLA Prashant Nanda, a former Odia cine star, as the party’s other candidate for the Rajya Sabha polls.

Incidentally, the CM had dropped Nanda as higher education minister in 2001 amid allegations of corruption. The CM described Soumya Ranjan Patnaik, 66, and Samant, 54, as “tremendous assets” to the BJD, which is facing an increasingly assertive Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the build-up to the Lok Sabha and assembly elections that would be held simultaneously in Odisha.

Soumya Ranjan Patnaik is the son-in-law of three-time Odisha chief minister Janaki Ballabh Patnaik and was in Congress till 2013, when the party

India imposes restrictions on trade with North Korea NEW DELHI, Mar 7 (AGENCIES): India on Wednesday imposed fresh restrictions on trade with North Korea in line with the restrictions imposed by the United Nations, Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) said. As per a notification of the DGFT in the commerce ministry, “supply, sale, transfer or export” of crude oil will be subjected to the restrictions imposed by the UN Security Council (UNSC). The trade restrictions on helicopters has now also been extended to new or used vessels. North Korea is facing sanctions for pursuing its nuclear programme from the UN and the US. New restrictions have been imposed on import of food and agricultural products, electrical equipment and stone, among others from North Korea. In October last year, the DGFT had imposed restrictions on trade in condensates and natural gas liquids, refined petroleum products. The bilateral trade between India and North Korea declined to $133.43 million in 2016-17 from $198.78 million in the previous fiscal.

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Government clarifies on complaint against judges NEW DELHI, Mar 7 (AGENCIES): The government on Wednesday said it has no plans to appoint an ombudsman to look into complaints against judges of the Supreme Court and the high courts, saying such issues are handled by an ‘in-house’ mechanism adopted by the judiciary.

Minister of State for Law P P Chaudhary told the Lok Sabha in a written reply that “there is no proposal for appointment of ombudsman”.

He said complaints received against judges of the apex court and the 24 high courts are at present

P P Chaudhary addressed through the ‘inhouse’ mechanism of the Supreme Court.

Under the mechanism, the chief justice of India can receive complaints against judges of the apex court and chief

justice of the high courts.

The chief justices of the high courts can receive complaints against judges of their respective courts.

Responding to another question, Chaudhary said the government has “no information” to show that “the judicial system is working under any pressure”.

He said the judiciary is independent and is fully empowered and capable of handling all its matters.

Chaudhary was asked about the recent controversy where top four judges of the Supreme Court had virtually rebelled against CJI Dipak Misra.

All 650 India Post Payments Bank branches by April: Sinha

New Delhi, Mar 7 (AGENCIES): The Centre aims to set up all 650 India Post Payments Bank branches by April this year, Communications Minister Manoj Sinha informed Parliament on Wednesday.

“India Post Payments Bank aims to have a pan-India reach [650 branches co-located at District Headquarter Post Offices] by April 2018,” Sinha said in a written reply to the Lok Sabha.

India Post received permit from Reserve Bank of India on January 20, 2017 to roll out payments bank. The postal department has already set up two branches on January 30, 2017 in Raipur and Ranchi.

Sinha said that these 650 branches will serve as controlling offices to service and monitor all the approximately 1.55 lakh post offices that will act as last mile access points for the public.

“Branch readiness in identified 650 branches is underway in terms of civil and electrical works, furniture/fixtures

and technology setup. Apart from that recruitment of personnel is also being undertaken and so far 528 managers [approximately] have been onboarded,” he said. The Ministers said India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) is anticipated to acquire approximately 8 crore customers in a span of five years from its launch.

However, this figure is subject to market forces in the area of digital payments in the country over the next few years.

In a separate reply, Sinha said HPGS renamed as EIT Services India Pvt. Ltd. has been engaged as System Integrator (SI) for setting up of IPPB on August 14, 2017 and the work for development of technology platform is in advanced stage.

“In line with the Cabinet’s decision, IPPB intends to rollout 5,000 ATMs over a period of time. At present, IPPB will leverage the DOP ATMs for its banking operations, which are already connected with network of ATMs of other banks,” Sinha said.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND DIRECTORATE OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION KOHIMA : NAGALAND CORRIGENDUM NO.DTE/EXAM/6/2011-12: In continuation to this Office Notification NO.DTE/EXAM/6/2011-12/11031 dt. 05/03/18, the number of seats (intake capacity) at Institute of Communication & Information Technology, (ICIT), Mokokchung, shall be as stated below and not as rendered earlier in the aforementioned Notification.

Sl. No. Name of Polytechnic Program Offered No. of Seats Computer Engineering 15 Institute of Communication & 1 Electronics & Communication Engineering 15 Information Technology Information Technology 15 This has been necessitated as per the direction of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), a statutory body for technical education, Government of India.

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I, Dr. K Chuba Ao, the National Peoples’ Party candidate from 29 Jangpetkong A/C, deeply acknowledges the support from the electorates from the Assembly Constituency.

Though I might have lost the February 27, 2018 election to the 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly; I believe that my dream of a more developed Jangpetkong range, a vibrant Mokokchung district and a progressive Nagaland has been put forth. I have enjoyed the love and support from you all, and I have thoroughly enjoyed sitting with you all and discussing about a better tomorrow for our future generation.

I am unable to come to you all personally, but you – my loyal supporters cutting across the length and breadth of Jangpetkong range – I say THANK YOU for joining in and sharing my dreams.

I am extremely thankful for your prayers, your physical, mental, logistical and financial support. I and my family can never and would never be able to repay you back. But, if you are reading this, I Dr. K Chuba Ao - the NPP candidate from 29 Jangpetkong A/C – and my family convey our deepest gratitude to you all. Your will always be in our prayers and in our good book. It is our sincere prayer to our almighty God to bless you all abundantly. Thank you and God bless you all.

Yours sincerely, Dr. K Chuba Ao NPP Candidate 29th Jangpetkong A/C

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DECLARATION

1. That whereas, the circular issued by the Deputy Commissioner Office Wokha vide No.Acct-81/ NH/2016-17/ Dated Wokha the 1st Nov. 2017 the effected structure owner located between 72/400 KM to 105/000 KM on NH-2 under Sl. No. 59 Wobeno, 60 Ponathung Tsanglao and 61 Wobeno were made against the deceased/undivided property of my father Lt. Pithungo Tsanglao without my knowledge (Eldest son P. Motsuthung Tsanglao) who is none other than the legitimate eldest S/o Late Pithungo Tsanglao.

That the Affidavit Regd. No. 5370 Date 10/10/17 submitted to SDO (NH) Wokha Division Office by Shri. Ponathung Lotha is a fake document. However, the instant Deed was cancelled/seized by the Hon’ble Magistrate order Date 18/10/2017 on ground of null and void.

2. That whereas, on one occasion Shri. Pankathung Tsanglao S/o Lt. Chumbenthung Tsanglao Retd.

Nehru Yuva Kendra Office employed resident of Kohima Town of Sankiton Village and his associates who were the distant relative and non descendants of Late Pithungo Tsanglao enticed my mother Mrs. Wobeno W/o Late Pithungo Tsanglao and Shri. Ponathung Tsanglao youngest S/o Late Pithungo Tsanglao and whereby they made an Affidavit declaration Deed in favour of Mrs. Wobeno and Shri.

Ponathung without my knowledge and Regd. The Deed vide No.5370 Date 10/10/2017 at Deputy Commissioner Office Wokha Nagaland. However the instant Deed was cancelled/seized by the competent authority on ground of null and void. That Mr. Pankathung Tsanglao who is trying his best dirty trick to capture my father's moveable and immoveable property as he had did to his elder brother.

Late Dr. C.R. Tsanglao property by pocketing and misusing his elder brother property not even leaving a penny for their children.

3. If Shri. Pankathung Tsanglao S/o Late Chumbenthung Tsanglao of Sankiton Village and his associates if so desire to interfere in my father Late Pithungo Tsanglao property than why not I Shri. P. Motsuthung Tsanglao also has every right to interfere in their property.

4. In the light of the stated above fact and circumstances, the undersigned earnestly urge your esteem authority be please to look into the matter and thereby suspend the payment of affected structure owner located between 72/400 KM to 105/000 KM on NH-2 under Sl.No. 59, 60, 61 and 62 till the amicable settlement is arrived on the ground of Land Dispute among the real descendents of Late.

Pithungo Tsanglao in the interest of Justice and Fair play.

This is for favour and necessary action to Deputy Commissioner Wokha and Chief Engineer NH (PWD) Nagaland, Kohima.

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(P. Motsuthung Tsanglao) Eldest and Legitimate S/o Late. Pithungo Tsanglao Wokha Town, Nagland.

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UNIVERSITY

(A Central University Estd. by the Act of Parliament No. 35 of 1989) HEADQUARTERS: LUMAMI NO.NUL/ESTT-II/G-14/2014-1350

Dated: 07.03.2018

WALK-IN-INTERVIEW A Walk-in-interview for engagement of l (one) Guest faculty in the Department of Botany, Nagaland University, Lumami will be held on 12.03.2018 in the office chamber of the Dean, School of Sciences, Nagaland University, Lumami from 11:00 AM onwards.

The requisite area of specialization is Cell Biology & Cytogenetic/Plant Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology.

Interested candidates may appear before the interview board in person on the aforesaid date with their curriculum vitae (bio-data) along with all original testimonials in support of their educational qualifications and experience.

Qualification, eligibility criteria shall be as per the UGC/university norms in force.

Honorarium for Guest faculty shall be Rs.1000/- per lecturer to a maximum of Rs. 25000/- per month as per the UGC norms.

This engagement is purely on need basis which is not against any sanctioned post and therefore candidates, if selected, shall not claim any regular appointment in future.

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Sd/Prof. Pardeshi Lal Vice-Chancellor

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Bhandari to get second term as Nepal President

Berlusconi backs Italy’s League as right looks to coalition bid

‘Acts of genocide’ suspected against Rohingya in Myanmar: UN

GENEVA/YANGON, MAR 7 (AGENCIES): The United Nations human rights chief said on Wednesday he strongly suspected that “acts of genocide” may have taken place against Muslim Rohingyas in Myanmar’s northern Rakhine state since August, reports Reuters.

His comments come as Myanmar’s military published a lengthy response to widespread allegations over its campaign in Rakhine and said its investigations had cleared troops of almost all alleged abuses.

Zeid Ra’ad al-Hussein said in a speech to the U.N. Human Rights Council that reports of bulldozing of alleged mass graves showed a “deliberate attempt by the authorities to destroy evidence of potential international crimes, including possible crimes against humanity.”

The United Nations defines genocide as acts meant to destroy a national, ethnic, racial or religious group in whole or in part. Such a designation is rare under international law, but has been used in contexts including Bosnia, Sudan and an Islamic

Rohingya Muslims gather outside their makeshift homes on land belonging to Bangladeshi farmer Jorina Katun near Kutapalong refugee camp in the Cox’s Bazar district of Bangladesh February 9, 2018.

State campaign against the Yazidi communities in Iraq and Syria.

Zeid said last December that Myanmar’s security forces may be guilty of committing genocide..

“This Council is aware that my office has strong suspicions that acts of genocide may have taken place in Rakhine State since August,” he said, noting that his office said on Tuesday that it believes ethnic cleansing is still underway in Rakhine.

Nearly 700,000 Rohingya have fled Rakhine

into Bangladesh since insurgent attacks sparked a security crackdown in August, joining 200,000 refugees from a previous exodus.

Rohingya are still fleeing because of “systematic” if lower-intensity persecution and violence there, Zeid said.

“Victims have reported killings, rape, torture and abductions by the security forces and local militia, as well as apparently deliberate attempts to force the Rohingya to leave the area through starvation,

with officials blocking their access to crops and food supplies,” he said.

The True News Information Team said in a Facebook post containing the army’s position that the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA) armed group had “threatened, coerced and persuaded other villagers to flee to Bangladesh”.

The post addressed a letter last month from British lawmakers to Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson calling for Myanmar to be referred to the International Criminal Court – which it said was based on “onesided accusations” and ignored attacks on civilians by the ARSA - and a European Union decision to prepare sanctions targeted at Myanmar generals.

Zeid said his office had received reports of land inhabited by Rohingya being appropriated and members of other ethnic groups replacing them.

“A recent announcement that seven soldiers and three police officers will be brought to justice for the alleged extra-judicial killing of ten Rohingya men is grossly insufficient,” he added.

Bidhya Devi Bhandari

KATHMANDU, MAR 7 (IANS): Incumbent President Bidhya Devi Bhandari will be re-elected as Nepal’s Head of State as the ruling party CPN-UML has decided to back her candidacy for the post.

The election for the post of President will be held on March 13. Bhandari filed her nomination on behalf of the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist) and CPN (Maoist Centre).

Nepali Congress’s Laxmi Rai also filed candidacy for the top post.

A meeting of the party’s standing committee on Tuesday night decided to field Bhandari ahead of another senior leader Jhalanath Khanal as its presidential candidate.

Bhandari is considered close to Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli.

ROME, MAR 7 (AGENCIES): Italy’s ex-premier Silvio Berlusconi said on Wednesday his party would back the far-right League in attempts to form a government, as an anti-establishment rival reaffirmed its claim to call the shots in any new coalition.

According to Reuters report, no party or bloc won an absolute majority in Sunday’s national election, leaving the country mired in political uncertainty as EU authorities said urgent action was needed to put its teetering economy back on an even keel. An alliance of center-right and far-right groups won the most parliamentary seats, with the euroskeptic, anti-migrant, League for the first time gaining more votes than Berlusconi’s more moderate Forza Italia (Go Italy!).

The octogenarian media magnate insisted his allies be given first chance to govern, while acknowledging that Forza Italia was no longer the kingpin on the right.

“In full respect of our agreements, we will now loyally support attempts by (League leader Matteo) Salvini to form a government,” Berlusconi told Corriere della Sera.

“I am here to support him, to guarantee the solid-

Silvio Berlusconi, leader of right-wing party Forza Italia, prepares to vote on March 4, 2018 at a polling station in Milan.

ity of the coalition and keep our commitments with the voters.”

The anti-system 5-Star movement established itself as by far the most popular party, however, and its leader staked a fresh claim to take the helm of the country.

Luigi Di Maio laid out on Wednesday key themes the next government needed to focus on -- reducing poverty and unemployment, cutting wasteful state spending, lowering taxes for businesses and boosting security.

“Politics must stop being arrogant and start to be humble,” Di Maio wrote in la Repubblica newspaper.

“The importance of this vote is enormous and marks a sea change with everything that has gone before.”

Economic imbalances An opinion poll published by La7 television said 40 percent of people wanted Di Maio to be entrusted by the head of state with forming a new government. Only 21 percent backed Salvini.

President Sergio Mattarella is not expected to start formal government consultations until next month.

Meanwhile in Brussels, the European Commission said Italy, with its large debt and weak banking sector, was among three EU states experiencing “excessive” economic imbalances that might impinge on other parts of the bloc.

Critical gap in education for Israel may face early elections, says Benjamin Netanyahu refugee girls, says UNHCR report call, and I urge all to join us in demanding: ‘It’s her turn’.”

UNHCR’s report revealed that social and cultural conventions often result in boys being prioritised over girls to attend school.

Poor facilities such as a lack of appropriate toilet facilities and menstrual supplies can block refugee girls’ access to schools. Adding to the challenge, the cost of books, uniforms and the journey to school can be prohibitive for refugee families. “Finding solutions to the challenges refugee girls face as they strive to go to school requires action right across the board -- from national education ministries to teacher training institutions, in communities and classrooms,” added Grandi.

is, Netanyahu jokingly replied “investigations.”

Prime Minister said he wanted to be remembered for unfettering Israel’s economy during his decade-plus as the country’s leader.

Netanyahu also said he has had no disagreements with US President Donald

Trump, and downplayed his famously prickly relationship with former president Barack Obama. Netanyahu said he and Trump always saw eye to eye, though he said he had managed to have positive relationships with Bill Clinton and Obama as well.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the Economic Club of Washington, March 7, 2018.

are feuding over whether to include military draft exemptions for ultra-Orthodox Jews. Netanyahu also made

light of the slew of corruption investigations against him back home. When asked what the pleasure of his job

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GENEVA, MAR 7 (IANS/WAM): A new report from UN Refugee Agency UNHCR has revealed that refugee girls at secondary level are only half as likely to enrol in school as their male peers -- even though girls make up half of the schoolage refugee population.

Access to education is a fundamental human right. Yet, for millions of women and girls among the world’s growing refugee population, education remains an aspiration, not a reality, said the report titled “Her Turn”.

“It is time for the international community to recognise the injustice of denying refugee girls and women an education,” said Filippo Grandi, UN High Commissioner for Refugees.

“These findings are a global wake-up

JERUSALEM, MAR 7 (AGENCIES): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that Israel may face early elections due to a coalition crisis, reports AP. Speaking at the Economic Club in Washington, Netanyahu said Wednesday that he wants his government to complete its term in November 2019. He said “if all parties in this coalition ... agree that’s what we do, and if not then we will go to elections now.”

Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon has said his Kulanu party will bolt the coalition if the budget doesn’t pass in the next few weeks. Coalition partners

Sierra Leone picks new president with hopes of economic turnaround

The ruling party’s presidential candidate is Samura Kamara, who has campaigned on continuity rather than change.

FREETOWN, MAR 7 (AGENCIES): Sierra Leoneans voted Wednesday in a general election to pick a new president, with many craving economic change and a boost to living standards in one of the world’s poorest countries, reports AFP. Dozens of people joined queues at a polling station visited by AFP in the capital, Freetown, as early as 3 am, four hours before the vote kicked off.

First-time voter Joseph Kargbo, 18, said his mother had ordered him to vote for the opposition Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP), which has promised free universal education -- a key campaign issue.

“I just want to have change in our community and government,” he told AFP. “My mum can’t pay the school fees, and the SLPP said when they come to power they will make primary and secondary education free,” he added, showing off an index finger K

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marked with ink -- proof he had cast his ballot. President Ernest Bai Koroma, who cannot run again after consecutive five-year terms, has anointed former foreign minister Samura Kamara as his successor for the ruling All Peoples Party (APC).

The export-dependent economy of the mineral-rich but impoverished country is in a dire state following the 2014-16 Ebola crisis and a commodity price slump that has driven away foreign investors. Mohamed Conteh, chief commissioner of the National Election Commission (NEC), had said Tuesday that electoral authorities were “committed to conduct credible elections.”

More than 3.1 million voters are registered for the polls, which were set to close at 6 pm (1800 GMT). Partial tallies are expected within 48 hours and complete results within two weeks.

Kamara campaigned on continuity rather than change. “I am (Koroma’s)

biggest legacy,” he told AFP at the final APC rally on Monday. “I need to sustain what he has achieved... and build on it.” The SLPP has retained the same candidate, Julius Maada Bio, who lost to Koroma in 2012.

The National Grand Coalition (NGC), headed by former UN diplomat Kandeh Yumkella, is challenging the two-party system by appealing to young and better educated urban voters who are less likely to vote along regional and ethnic lines. “(Voters) are yearning for real change,” said Julius Spencer, the NGC’s communications chief. “We have been able to draw people from across the religious, ethnic and regional spectrum.”

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Sierra Leone, battered by a horrific 1991-2002 civil war, is sharply divided along regional lines that overlap with ethnicity.

T h e A P C b r o a d ly relies on the Temne and Limba people in its northern strongholds, while the SLPP is more popular in the south with the Mende ethnic group.

“They have huge resources compared to us but we have connected to the people better,” Spencer said. The Institute for Governance Reform (IGR), a Freetown-based think tank, said in a report that voters were showing a “growing willingness... to consider policy proposals over ethnic considerations.”

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& Conor McGregor Markle’s wedding dress to 50 Cent clash on Instagram cost half a million dollars

Britain’s society wedding of the year.

The budget for the big day has already doubled, according to media reports, and a significant chunk of that is to bankroll Markle’s gown, according to Look.

“The wedding dress has been the biggest expense, and the budget has

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to describe how a man “grabbed Frances McDormand’s Oscar and ran out with it” at the Governors Ball after-party after McDormand “had set it down and was chatting”.

Buckley then detailed how a photographer working for celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck later “stopped” the suspect and retrieved the Oscar, before the man “disappeared back into the ball”.

“Apparently Frances has said to let him go,” Buckley added.

USA Today reported that McDormand was “spotted crying emotionally outside the Governors Awards ball after giving up the search for the statuette on the premises”.

A representative for has McDormand later told the publication that the star was “happily reunited” with her award and that “Fran and Oscar” were “enjoying an In-N-Out burger together”.

After picking up the trophy from Jennifer Lawrence and Jodie Foster, McDormand used her acceptance speech to honour her fellow female nominees.

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ccording to The Pulse Of Radio, Robert Plant has suggested in a new interview that he would be “whore” if he were to agree to take part in a Led Zeppelin reunion.

When pressed about the band’s 50th anniversary this year, the inevitable archival releases, and the hopes for yet another reunion, Plant told Esquire: “All those projects, well, they’re going to do somebody some good

somewhere, and that’s good. But you don’t even have to talk to me if all you want to know about is Led Zeppelin. 38 years ago, John Bonham passed away, that’s all I know.

That’s it. That’s the story.

You know, Led Zeppelin was an amazing, prolific fun factory for a period of time, but it was three amazing musicians and a singer living in the times.

Those times. That’s not going to stop me doing what I’m doing now. So that’s a

that. I’m only a singer, and therefore I can get bored really quickly. And if I get bored really quickly, what am I doing nearly 70 years old being bored?

No chance. So I move on all the time.”

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children.

H oweve r, F i o r e n tino brought the claims to the forefront in early February when she told the Daily Mail her marriage with Oldman was a “nightmare.” She reiterated her allegations against her ex-husband and said he “stole” her children.

Oldman responded to the Daily Mail interview by calling Fiorentino a “fantasist.”

Gulliver Oldman, in his open letter, slammed journalists for resurfacing the 17-year-old claims after

his dad’s best actor Oscar win and said the reports perpetuated “the lie.” He also said the alleged incident “didn’t happen” and “anyone who says it did is lying.”

“In my eyes it is disgusting that so called ‘journalists’ have seen fit to spread and perpetuate the lie,” Oldman said.

He also said Fiorentino has lived as a “sad and very troubled person most of her life.” He revealed he hasn’t spoken to his mother since he was 13.

(Fox News)

Delhi to host April Fools’ Fest

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pril Fools’ Fest -- a two-day festival encapsulating music, comedy, street art, theatre and food is set to delight Delhi dwellers. Presented by Bira 91, the festival will be held on March 31 and April 1 at the NSIC Grounds. The event will bring together fun, festivities and a host of immersive performing arts in a visual and experiential set-up exuding an urban contemporary vibe, read a statement from the organisers. Highlighting the significance of the date and city of the gala, the statement said: “The numeral 91 represents the India ISD code and April 1 is the 91st day of the year.”

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with Rita Ora. The rapper also posted another video in which he called McGregor “talented for a white boy”, arguing that Rocky was only made so viewers could finally see white fighters triumph against their black counterparts.

Last month saw 50 Cent admit that he lied about making millions in the Bitcoin boom.

The rapper filed new documents in a bankruptcy case, admitting that “recent media reports have falsely stated” his Bitcoin fortune and that he has “never owned, and does not own, a bitcoin account or any bitcoins, and to the best of his knowledge, none of his companies had a bitcoin account from 2014 to the present.”

(NME)

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McDormand’s Oscar thief faces three yrs in jail

man has been charged on suspicion of stealing Frances McDormand’s Oscar at an awards afterparty.

McDormand collected the award for Best Actress at the Hollywood ceremony on Sunday night (March 4) for her role in Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. She has since been reunited with her award.

Terry Bryant, 47, was arrested after allegedly swiping McDormand’s trophy and bragging about it on Facebook.

Bryant is said to have uploaded a video to Facebook, in which he encouraged strangers at the Governor’s Ball party to congratulate him on his win. The video has since been taken down.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Bryant has now been charged with felony theft and faces a maximum sentence of three years in jail if convicted.

Bryant is being held on $20,000 bail.

Previously, The New York Times writer Cara Buckley took to Twitter

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0 Cent has clashed w i t h I r i s h b oxe r / MMA fighter Conor McGregor on social media.

The pair have exchanged heated words in the past, with McGregor previously labelling the rapper a “bitch” before his fight with Floyd Mayweather last year.

Now, McGregor has appeared to reignite the beef by calling 50 Cent a “50 year old Instagram blocker”, claiming that the rapper blocked him on the social media platform.

“Ahh don’t block me 50 kid,” McGregor wrote in a post. “I still like some of your songs. The older ones hahah”.

According to reports, 50 Cent responded with a video, which has since been deleted, in which he suggested that McGregor had cheated on his girlfriend

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ary Oldman’s son Gulliver Oldman penned an open letter defending his father against the domestic abuse allegations his mother made in 2001 after the claims resurfaced following Oldman’s Oscars win.

In the letter that circulated on social media earlier this week, Oldman said there “never has been any guilt” regarding his father, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

“In the case of my father, there is only innocence. There never has been any guilt,” the 20year-old wrote. “The reality is confused in excerpts, and published half truths from years ago.”

Gary Oldman’s exwife, Donya Fiorentino, claimed in 2001 the actor choked her and hit her four times in the face with a telephone while their sons, Gulliver and Charlie, were in the room, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

The 59-year-old actor, who was married to Fiorentino for four years, refuted the claim during the couple’s divorce. Oldman ultimately gained custody of the two

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alk about expensive taste. Meghan Markle’s wedding dress will cost more than $546,000 (Rs 3,54,31,537), according to reports, as the budget for her royal wedding to Prince Harry blows out.

Meghan, 36, will marry Harry, 33, on May 19 in what is being dubbed

now doubled from what it originally was,” a source told the publication.

The former “Suits” star is said to be paying for the honeymoon, as her wedding gift to Harry, with the total cost reportedly more than $156,000.

But just who is designing Markle’s wedding dress is still a closely guarded secret, according to the Daily Mail.

British fashion house Alexander McQueen — led by designer Sarah Burton — is said to be the frontrunner, and made the dress the Duchess of Cambridge wore to marry Prince William in 2011.

Other designers who have been on the royal wedding short-list include Ralph and Russo, Erdem and Roland Mouret.

“Mmmmm, I don’t want to say. No comment,” Mouret said, according to Women’s Wear Daily.

“It’s…there is no comment on that. She’s a friend. And that’s…I can’t say,” he said, according to the Daily Mail.

(Fox News)

Oldman’s son defends father against allegation

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North Korean Paralympic team arrives in South Korea

North Korea’s Paralympic delegation arrives in South Korea on Wednesday.

S E O U L , M A RC H 7 (IANS): North Korea’s Paralympic delegation arrived in South Korea on Wednesday for the Pyeongchang Winter Paralympics amid regional rapprochement as Pyongyang expressed its willingness to hold denuclearisation talks.

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received an invitation from the International Paralympic Committee (IOC), arrived in South Korea via a western land border crossing, reports Efe. Although there are only two North Korean Paralympic skiers -- Kim Jong-hyon Kim and Ma Yu-chol -- competing in the event, their participation still marks the debut of the North Korean Paralympic

team in the Winter Olympics Games.

The athletic delegation, which plans to return to North Korea on March 15, is led by Kim Mun-chol, chairman of the central committee of the Korean Federation for the Protection of the Disabled, and vice chairman Jong Hyon.

Their arrival came a day after Pyongyang voiced

its willingness to discuss its nuclear disarmament with the US for the first time in more than a decade.

Pyongyang made the remarks as a result of the historic trip made by South Korea’s special delegation to Pyongyang, during which South Korean senior officials met North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.

The South Korean special delegation concluded their trip to the North with a significant development, as the two countries agreed to organise an inter-Korean leader summit in April, marking the third of its kind in history. They also agreed to establish a direct hotline between South Korea’s President Moon Jae-in and Kim Jong-un, which would allow for close consultation on reducing regional tensions.

The Winter Paralympic Games will take place in the South Korean county of PyeongChang from March 9 to 18.

Morocco supports Cameroon for Africa Cup of Nations R A BAT, M A RC H 7 (IANS): Morocco has vowed its full support to Cameroon to successfully host the Africa Cup of Nations in 2019.

T h e b a c k i n g wa s pledged by the President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) Fouzi Lekjaa during a joint press conference with his Cameroonian peer, Dieudonne Happi in Marrakech on Tuesday, Xinhua news agency reported.

The North African kingdom had been regarded as a back-up venue for the African Cup of Nations after doubts arose about Cameroon’s ability to host the tournament.

“We wanted to talk to you to put an end to rumours making rounds in the media for a while. I reiterate the position of the FRMF and the Kingdom of Morocco.

The kingdom is alongside our Cameroonian friends,” Lekjaa said.

Nidahas Trophy: India aim to recover against B’desh

New look Indian cricket team. (File photo)

COLOMBO, MARCH 7 to make a mark as the hosts will aim to contribute and (IANS): A new-look Indian hammered them all around try to give the perfect finish. team will aim to recover the park. Spinners Yuzvendra In the bowling departfrom the five-wicket loss Chahal (2/37) and Washing- ment, apart from the Chahal against Sri Lanka in the ton Sundar (2/28) provided and Sundar no other bowler opening match when they the crucial breakthroughs to contributed. However, pacer face Bangladesh in the sec- control the run-flow. Towards Jaidev Unadkat scalped ond match of the Nidahas the end, Dasun Shanaka (15 one wicket but in order to Trophy Twenty20 Interna- not out) and Thisara Perera improve the performance tional T20I cricket tri-series (22 not out) played sensibly from the last match, other here on Thursday. and helped their team clinch bowlers have to contribKusal Perera’s brilliant the issue. ute handsomely. On the 66 off 37 balls and some After the loss, skipper other hand, Bangladesh crucial contributions from Rohit Sharma also said that will take on the field withthe middle-order helped Sri the track was good and bats- out their regular skipper Lanka beat India in the first men could have score more and all-rounder Shakib Al asia, who secured a seven- game. After the Indian bats- towards the end. So in the Hasan, who is injured. In his stroke win in the last edi- men put up a decent target upcoming match, middle absence, Mahmudullah will tion. With four European of 175, their bowlers failed and lower-order batsmen take charge.

Tour titles on Indian soil, Chawrasia has been most consistent and he would look to be third time lucky JUNE 10,1952 – FEBRUARY 24, 2018 this year.

Kapur, too, has been For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building in sizzling form as he broke from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. a 11-year title drought with 2 Corinthians 5:1 a win at the Yeangder HeriOur beloved Gairachung Gangmei, husband of A. tage and then got a monkey Losa of Nagabazar, Kohima left for his heavenly abode off his back by securing the on Feb. 24, 2018, following a period of illness.

Panasonic Open after tamThe family is saddened by his departure but is ing the Delhi Golf course consoled by the assurance that we will join him in and then grabbed the Roy- heaven someday for eternity. Until that time, we will als Cup - all within eight all miss you dear father. months last year.

We the bereaved family and relatives wish “I will play more at- to express our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to tacking golf this year than everyone who have sympathised with us in our last year because since it recent bereavement, and for supporting us spiritually, is a tough course, we tend financially and materially. to play more defensive,” We deeply regret and apologize for our inability Kapur said. to mention each and everyone individually and in particular. But the Lord seeth and the Lord giveth. We shall ever remain grateful for all the love and concern shown to us. May the Lord Almighty bestow blessings upon you all.

All eyes on Shubhankar as India look to retain HI Open crown G U RG AO N, M A R 7 (PTI): He wooed the world in his maiden PGA Tour appearance and India’s latest golfing sensation Shubhankar Sharma will expectedly be the cynosure of all eyes when he tees off on home turf, leading a galaxy of local stars at the 54th Indian Open starting here tomorrow. Sharma, 21, has emerged as the brightest star in the Indian golf scene after he secured two European Tour titles at the Joburg Open and Maybank Championship to lead the Race to Dubai rankings and also broke into the world’s top 100.

Last week, he conjured up hopes of becoming the first Indian to win the World Golf Champi-

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onship-Mexico when he topped the leaderboard on the second and third day on his debut before finishing a creditable tied 9th, which also earned him an invitation for the Masters.

Focus will be on Sharma as he joins the who’s who of Indian golf such as 2015 winner Anirban La-

I-League: Minerva, Churchill gear up for final showdown

PANCHKULA, MARCH 7 (IANS): As the 2017-18 I-League season heads towards the final showdown where four teams will fight for the ultimate glory, Minerva Punjab FC are gearing up to host relegation-threatened Churchill Brothers FC at the Tau Devi Lal Stadium here on Thursday.

Minerva Punjab FC are the only team amongst the four who do not have to depend on the result of other matches if they secure all three points against the visitors.

While an outright win will guarantee them the title, even a draw or a loss may still see them through provided the other two outcomes in Kolkata and Kozhikode go accordingly.

Meanwhile, it will also be a do or die game for Churchill Brothers as they battle for survival in the top division of Indian

football.

Churchill Brothers are currently sitting on 17 points with one match left and anything less than a win will not avert relegation for the Goan outfit.

Churchill coach Alfred Fernandes said that this match is crucial for the future of the former champions as well as Minerva Punjab.

“It’s a very important match for the team. For Minerva it’s a do or die match for them to win the I-League and for us also it’s a do or die match for survival in the I-League. It’s a tough match and whoever will take their chances, will come out as winners. It’s all about keeping yourself cool and expect a very tough match,” he said.

Fernandes also asserted that a new era beckons Indian Football where new clubs are challenging the legacy clubs for dominance.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Lt. NONGOSENU (AKRA) SOLO Born on : 12th June 1978 – Died on : 2nd March 2018 We, the bereaved family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every individual, friends, neighbours, churches and fellowships who stood by us financially, materially, physically and spiritually at sad demise of our beloved Lt. Nongosenu (Akra) on 2nd March 2018.

We convey our sincere thanks to one and all.

May God bless you all abundantly.

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hiri, three-time Asian Tour winner in 2017 Shiv Kapur and two-time defending champion SSP Chawrasia, among others.

The field for tri-sanctioned event will also feature two Ryder Cup captains of Europe, Darren Clarke – the 2011 Open winner and winner of two

other WGC events, and Thomas Bjorn – winner of 21 titles and a former Top10 world ranked player.

Emiliano Grillo of Argentina, who is a PGA Tour winner and member of the 2017 Presidents Cup team, Britain’s Andrew Johnston, one of the most popular players around the world, past champions Thailand’s Thongchai Jaidee and Siddikur Rahman from Bangladesh, Ryder Cup player, Chris Wood, who won the 2016 BMW PGA Championships, are also in the field.

T h e G a r y P l aye r course at the DLF Golf and Country Club also will pose a lot of questions but one man who seems to have mastered it is Chawr-

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Through this column, we the bereaved family of Late Vizokhoto Tase (Akhoto) would like to thank each and everyone for the help rendered, financially, materially and physically during the prolonged illness and till demise of our brother.

A special mention of gratitude to our in-laws, neighbours, churches and dear friends for being with us.

Thank you, may God bless you all.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Born on : 04/01/1988 – Died on 01/03/2018

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

“Beloved Father you have fought the good fight of faith, laid hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.” 1st Timothy 6:12 We the bereaved family members of Lt. C.K. Khehoshe (Chophi) Rtd. Teacher, would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude towards each and every individual, churches, unions, colonies, neighbours, friends, relatives and well-wishers who stood by us and supported us spiritually, physically, financially and materially at the sudden demise of our beloved father.

We convey our special thanks to : 1. G.B, Chekiye Village 2. G.B, Naghutomi Village.

3. G.B, Niuland.

4. Naghutomi Union Dimapur Area.

5. Chekiye Village, Baptist Church.

6. Deptt. of Youth, CVBC. 7. Toluvi Baptist Akukuhou.

8. Hezheto Baptist Church.

9. Vice President, Nagaland G.B Federation.

10. Accountant General, Nagaland.

11. GPS / GMS Diphupar Sumi 12. J.N. Aier College 13. Dr. Tosca Chishi.

Born on : 13/10/1937 14. Dr. Naro Died on : 04/03/2018 15. Dr. Bovito Chishi.

Please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude.

We deeply regret our inability to thank each and everyone individually, however it is our humble prayer that our Almighty God Bless you all abundantly.

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Lovingly Wife, children & relatives

Loving wife, sons, daughters, in-laws & relatives.

Words are inadequate to express our gratitude to you all for your love and support during the time of illness and demise of our beloved Lt. Vithanyü Yano on 27th February 2018. Through this column we express our deepest gratitude to all those who have extended physical and emotional support, financial help and comfort through prayers and deeds.

Among many, we would like to mention the following individuals, families, churches and organisations; 1. Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu, Former CM & President NPF. 2. Visasolie Lhoungu, President BJP Nagaland Unit.

3. Khriehu Liezietsu, MLA. 4. Doctors, nurses & staff, Apollo Hospital, Guwahati 5. Dr. Peter Liu & family (22/12/1962 – 27/02/2018) (Son-in-law of Late Dr. Lhouzolie Sorhie ).

6. Mrs Kerüüpfheü Rüpreo, Principal Diet Chiechama.

7. Peter Thong, Pastor NCF, Guwahati.

8. Mr. Fulutsü & Children.

9. Angami Students’ Union, Guwahati.

10. Chakhesang Christian Fellowship / Students’ Union, Guwahati.

11. Central Christian Revival Church, Kohima.

12. Dihoma Christian Revival Church.

13. D. L. Sanchu, Executive Secy., ACRCC. 14. Tsiepfütsiepfhe CRC, Kohima.

15. Nachama Christian Revival Church.

16. Angami CRC Pastor & Deacon Association.

17. Thepfuko Krotho Central CRC, Kohima.

18. Jr. CYE Central CRC, Kohima.

19. Thenuko Krotho Central CRC, Kohima.

20. Kohima Orphanage & Destitute Home.

21. Helie Rüpreo,Director Agriculture & staff.

22. Dihoma Officers Krotho.

23. Dihoma Dzevi Krotho,Dimapur.

24. NPF, Kohima Div, & 11 NA-II A/C. 25. Midland Panchayat, Kohima.

26. Nagaland Chess Association.

27. Kezoma Baptish Fellowship, Kohima.

28. Those who accompanied us during his last journey from Guwahati to our native village.

29. Touliezie Colony, Kohima.

We are humbled and comforted by the love and kindness shown to our family. We are unable to thank each and every individual for your help during our time of deep pain and sorrow but it is our prayer that the Almighty God bless you all in return.

Loving wife, sons, daughter, & relatives.

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RM knock PSG out of ECL to enter quarter-finals

Real Madrid celebrate after knocking PSG out of the Champions League.

PARIS, MAR 7 (AGENCIES): Real Madrid (RM) secured a 2-1 last-16 secondleg win over PSG to dump the Ligue 1 side out of the Champions League on Tuesday, winning 5-2 on aggregate.

Zinedine Zidane’s side had a 3-1 lead from the first leg at the Bernabeu, and after a goalless first half, it took Cristiano Ronaldo (51) just six minutes of the second period to put Real Madrid further ahead.

PSG went down to 10 men 15 minutes later as Marco Verratti (66) was

shown a second yellow card, but they equalised on the night not long after as Edinson Cavani (71) diverted the ball home with his leg.

But with 10 minutes of normal time to play, Casemiro (80) sealed Real’s path to the quarter-finals as his powerful effort from the edge of the box found the back of the net via a deflection. It was a cagey start to the game in Paris but Real Madrid had the first chances in the 19th minute. Ronaldo and Lucas Vazquez nearly produced a good one-two,

but the latter’s ball back was smothered by the PSG defence before Karim Benzema skied the rebound over the bar. Sergio Ramos then went close from the corner, but saw his effort superbly pushed away by Alphonse Areola.

Real Madrid went close again 19 minutes later but were denied by the PSG goalkeeper. An unmarked Benzema was set away down the left before cutting into the box, but his eventual shot was superbly turned behind by Areola’s outstretched leg.

But PSG were also testing Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas in the final minutes of the first half.

Verratti picked out Angel Di Maria down the right of the box before the Argentine attempted to find the waiting Cavani, but his cross was collected down low by Navas, before he denied Kylian Mbappe at the near post minutes later by pushing his shot behind the post.

Six minutes after the restart and Ronaldo continued his run of scoring in every Champions League game this season. Marco Asensio raced down the left before sliding a superb pass to Vazquez in the box, who in turn fired the ball across the face of goal for Ronaldo at the back post.

Of course, he made no mistake in heading home to put Real Madrid in front on the night.

Things got worse for PSG before they got better, though, as they went down to 10 men in the 66th minute. After picking up a booking for a foul on Casemiro in the first half, he was shown a second yellow for dissent after he felt he should have been awarded a free kick and sent off.

Shami left out of BCCI contracts MUMBAI, MARCH 7 (IANS): Seamer Mohammed Shami found himself out of the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) 26-member annual contracts system, which saw the addition of a new category.

The removal of Shami may be a coincidence with the ongoing controversy involving his wife, who accused the Bengal pacer, who was in the B category in the last term, of domestic violence and extra-marital affairs. The new category, termed A+, includes captain Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar -- all of them entitled to Rs 7 crore as annual pay.

Delhi left-handed opening batsman Dhawan has seen a meteoric rise as he was in the C category last year. Former captain and talismanic wicketkeeper Mahendra Singh Dhoni was placed in the A category and will take home Rs 5 crore.

Meanwhile, 19 women cricketers have been given contracts across three categories. In the A category, Mithali Raj, Jhulan Goswami, Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana will get Rs 50 lakh each per year.

The players in the B category will get Rs 30 lakh.

A new C category has been declared, with the players in this category standing to earn Rs 10 lakh per year.

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Faletau to captain Wales as Gatland makes 10 changes for 6 Nations match C A R D I F F, M A R 7 (AGENCIES): Warren Gatland has ripped up his Wales starting XV making 10 changes for the Italy match this Sunday, including handing the captaincy to Taulupe Faletau for the first time.

The 70-cap No 8 makes his first appearance of the tournament and comes straight in to start and skipper the side. Alun Wyn Jones is rested and does not make the 23-man squad at all.

‘It is a great opportunity for Taulupe, he is a world-class player, hugely experienced and this will be great for his development and we are looking forward to seeing those leadership qualities come through,’ said Gatland.

After the 37-27 defeat to Ireland in Dublin the head coach warned he would make alterations – and he has kept to that promise, with only one forward and four backs surviving.

George North is one of the new starters – he will make his first Six Nations start since last March against France – after controversially missing Northampton Saints’ defeat to Sale in the Premier-

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ship last weekend.

His appearance means that Liam Williams shifts to full-back, where he excelled for the Lions against New Zealand, and Leigh Halfpenny drops to the bench.

Steff Evans, a tryscorer against Ireland, is retained along with fellow Scarlets Gareth Davies and Hadleigh Parkes but Owen Watkin replaces Scott Williams at No 13 and Gareth Anscombe comes in at fly-half.

In the pack there is an entirely different front-row.

Nicky Smith and Tomas Francis are the props either side of Elliot Dee – the 24year-old hooker makes his

first Test start.

Cory Hill is the only forward kept in place as Bradley Davies comes in for Jones, Justin Tipuric plays in the unfamiliar position of blindside flanker and James Davies makes a long-awaited debut at openside.

The 27-year-old is an electric talent and cut his teeth in Sevens, winning a silver medal with Team GB at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

‘We have made some changes, but we are bringing in a lot of quality and a lot of experience with the likes of Bradley Davies, Justin Tipuric, George North and Taulupe.

Three-day ‘Powwow’ inter-college youth festival concludes D I M A P U R , mar 7 (NPN): Three-day InterCollege ‘Youth Fest- Powwow’ which began on March 5 at Tetso College Dimapur organised by Tetso College concluded on Wednesday witnessing final matches of the various sports events.

A press release by college’s 3T reporters editorial team informed that 22 institutes from Dimapur and Kohima participated in the ‘Youth Fest’. Awards and winners were announced during the closing ceremony, wherein the overall college championship trophy was bagged by Tetso College while runner up by St. Joseph College, Jakhama.

Members from Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) were also present at the awards ceremony who also addressed the students on Naga Day and the urgency of the hour for reconciliation. The winners for various events were: Volleyball (Women) Winner: Pranabananda Women’s College, Dimapur Runners-Up: CIHSR, Dimapur Volleyball (Men) Winner: St Joseph College Jakhama Runners-Up: ECC, Dimapur Selfie Challenge Winner: Kimi, Unity College

Runners-Up: Grace I Namgi, Unity College Mobile Legends Winner: Tetso College Runners-Up: Patkai Christian College Debate Winner: K Kumkiuba.

Sakus Mission College Runners-Up: Kalam Ali, Patkai Christian College.

Badminton Singles (Women) Winner: Yashikala of Sakus Mission College Runners-Up: Iteibamle, Tetso College Badminton Doubles (Women) Winner: St Joseph College, Jakhama Runners-Up: Sakus Mission College, Dimapur

Winner: Tetso College, Dimapur Runners Up: Mt Mary College, Chumukedima Basketball (Men) Winner: Kohima Science College Runners-Up: Unity College, Dimapur Road to Fame Wi n n e r : Ke y i c u d a u l e Iranggan, Pranabananda Winners of various events after the closing ceremony at Tetso college on Wednesday. College, Dimapur Runners-Up: Akheli ZhiBadminton Singles (Men) Dimapur Walling, Cornerstone Col- momi. Immanuel College, Dimapur WINNER: Zuchobemo, Runners-Up: ICFAI, Di- lege Dimapur Pow-woW 2018 Overall Tetso College, Dimapur mapur Stand Up Comedy RUNNERS-UP: Hanghuh, Extempore Speech Winner: Linoto Yeptho. Champion Overall Champion: Tetso Sazolie College, Kohima Winner: Mr. Runshi Lims Tetso College, Dimapur B a d m i n t o n D o u b l e s of St Jose ph College Runners-Up: Robin. Unity College Runners-Up: St Joseph (Men) Jakhama College, Dimapur College, Jakhama Winner: Tetso College, Runners Up: Mr. Zunro Basketball (Women)

Gambhir named Delhi Daredevils captain

Gautam Gambhir

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS): Delhi Daredevils on Wednesday named Gautam Gambhir as its captain for the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

To p - o r d e r b a t s m a n Gambhir returned to the Delhi franchise after a seven-season stint with Kolkata Knight Riders.

Gambhir asserted that he looking forward to working with Delhi coach Rickey Ponting.

“It is a huge honour to once again captain Delhi. To get this responsibility is a way for me to give back to the sport in the city. I firmly believe that with the players currently involved we have the makings of a very good side,” Gambhir said.

“The potential of this group of players is immense and it is now up to us to turn that potential into consistent

performances. It is also going to be great to work in unison with Ricky, an absolute champion himself,” the former India opener added.

Congratulating Gambhir on his appointment, Ponting hoped that the left-hander will have a successful stint with the Delhi team.

“Gauti has been a leader for a very long time. He has always proven himself to be one of the top leaders during his stint with other sides in the IPL. He has a big personality, but it is the drive behind the outward confidence which I think will inspire the rest of the team,” Ponting said.

“He has the respect of the dressing room and the franchise is proud to have him as our captain. I would like to congratulate him on the appointment and wish him, all the very best,” the former Australia captain added.

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