November 18, 2018

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Vol XXVIII No. 343

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2018 Pages 12 ` 5.00

KHEZHAKENO VILLAGE: The Ancestral Home of the Nagas

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State activates tourist police

Zero tolerance approach to anti socials, says DGP Correspondent

KOHIMA, NOV 17 (NPN): State police in association with the Tourism department Saturday officially launched the tourist police, a special squad that will ensure safety of tourists especially in the wake of rising footfalls of both foreign and domestic tourists to the popular annual Hornbill Festival at Kisama.

Speaking at the inaugural programme for orientation of tourist police personnel here at the police headquarters, Nagaland DGP, T. J Longkumer called upon the tourist police personnel not only to be proactive but also well equipped with the knowledge of the Naga culture, so that they would be able to give proper information to the tourists.

He also directed the police personnel to strictly deal with antisocial elements and to ensure that the rule of law was maintained at all cost.

Longkumer said tour-

PAC, NSCN (I-M) resolve abduction case D I M A P U R , N OV 1 7 (NPN): Representatives of the Public Action Committee of NCD and NSCN (I-M) led by chaplee kilonser amicably resolved the November 9 abduction case, PAC convenor Vekhosayi Nyekha and co-convenor K. Ghokheto Chophy stated in a press note.

According to PAC, during the meeting held on November 15, NSCN (I-M) admitted that its personnel had kidnapped the Naga salesgirl. NSCN (I-M) also apologized to the family and the public and also assured to fully cooperate with the committe, PAC stated.

According to reports, the two accused were also suspended from the NSCN (I-M) for a period of one year.

Further, PAC appealed to all Naga political groups to discipline their cadres to know their assigned duty and not for collection of money.

Both the sides also deliberated on similar modus operandi and illegal practices, PAC added.

Dimapur police on November 13 arrested the two culprits involved in the abduction of a Naga sales girl from a pharmacy Near Zion Hospital.

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ist policemen should also be well dressed, courteous and also urged them to give a more patient hearing to tourists. Further, DGP also insisted that local taxi drivers should at least wear tribal waist coat in order to attract tourists, which will also signify the diverse Naga culture. DGP also informed that the department has acquired vehicles, bikes and also an ambulance to ensure that tourists who get lost are safely dropped to their hotels or home stay and for emergency purposes.

Reminding that the tourist police would also be the face of all the stakeholders and Nagas in general, Longkumer urged them to imbibe whatever was being trained and to ensure that the efforts of training does not go in vain.

As Nagas are well known for their hospitality, Longkumer asked his men to ensure that till the tourists leave the state, they should be well taken care of so that they leave with good memories. Tourism secretary, T. Mhabemo Yanthan in his brief address said that the setting up of tourist police was the desire of the ministry of tourism.

He said that though tourism was one of the fastest growing segment of the country’s economy, incidents of crime against tourists especially women tourists have sent negative signals across the world as many of the international tour operators had raised the issue in various platforms.

He said it was the responsibility of the government to create a conducive environment and also to take care of tourists who invest their time, money and energy to visit the state with great expectations.

Yanthan thanked DGP and the police force for setting up a vibrant formidable and attractive contingent to ensure safety of tourists visiting the state.

IGP (Range) Sonia Singh in her address reminded about the motto of the police-- “Security, Service Sacrifice” and said tourist police was introduced to protect and serve, build up confidence of tourists, create hassle free and memorable stay, entertain complaints of tourists courteously and to help them on matters related to passport, visa, currency exchange etc. She said 73 tourist police personnel de-

ployed at various locations-50 women personnel from 15 IRBn and 23 male personnel from DEF Kohima.

Singh said tourist police will be stationed under two zones-- zone-I (seven sectors) will cover North Police station, Zubza PS, Chiephobozou PS under SDPO North and zone-II (five sectors) will cover Khuzama PS, South PS under SDPO South.

She also infor med about the launching of the First Immediate Response (F.I.R) mobile App, a first of its kind, which will be linked with the control room. This will enable an individual to seek immediate help of the police stations (24x7) on a single tap of the help button.

The control room is manned by 12 dedicated police personnel and tourism officers.

Besides the mobile units, two dedicated gypsy and a motorcycle have been put in place to attend to all calls ay time of the day. Singh also informed about the reception/help centres at railway station and airport.

Additional director (HoD) tourism Akhale Vizol also spoke at the programme. The programme was chaired by SP Kohima Vikhosa Kotso.

Doyang bridge works resume, says NFHRCC D I M A P U R , N OV 1 7 (NPN): Nagaland Foothill Road Construction Committee (NFHRCC), which had served a 14-day ultimatum on contractor to resume Doyang bridge construction work, Saturday said that the works have begun.

In a press release, NFHRCC convenor, Supu Jamir, however, asserted that the contractor should not resume the work for name sake, but should be done with full dedication and accomplish the “historic bridge” within shortest possible time as it had been delayed. The committee cautioned that further delay in any manner would not be tolerated.

Further, NFHRCC has appealed to the responsible department to maintain healthy co-ordination with the contractor and to release the bill as and when reasonable.

Meanwhile, the committee has expressed its appreciation to the chief minister, Neiphiu Rio, and R&B minister Tongpang Ozukum for their “utmost concern for the historic project.”

Nagaland police second to none: Dy. CM D I M A P U R , N OV 1 7 (NPN): State deputy chief minister, Y Patton, who also holds the home portfolio, Saturday asserted that Nagaland police was second to none, saying it was evident from the laurels earned from both within and outside the state.

In the run up to the Statehood Day celebrations on December 1, 2018, deputy chief minister reviewed the parade and other regimental displays of the Nagaland police in the presence of DGP Nagaland John Longkumer and other officers at the NAPTC Parade ground on Saturday.

During his speech, deputy chief minister exhorted police personnel on the ethics and values of being in the uniform service and the responsibilities attached with it. He also advised them to abide by the core values of being in a disciplined organisation.

Patton appreciated and congratulated the DGP and the team for taking the initiative and coordinating efforts to present an excellent parade and regimental display.

Earlier, on his arrival, deputy chief minister received the general salute.

Y. Patton taking salute from the contingents.

After the opening remarks by commandant NAPTC, the programme took off with a blindfolded weapon handling display involving disassembling and assembling the 7.62 SLR , 5.56 INSAS Rifle, AKM and LMG .

This was followed by drill display by the Mahila Drill platoon, and march past by seven platoons representing the Nagaland Police and the Nagaland Village Guards.

The parade was commanded by Assistant Commandant Lucy Yhome. In a slight breakaway from tradition and for the very first time, the Hell March was included to add flavour to the Parade and was competently carried out by three

NNPGs WC marks 1 yr of signing ‘agreed position’ 2 held for attempted murder

NNPG WC leaders at the thanksgiving programme in New Delhi, Saturday.

DIMAPUR, NOV 17 (NPN): To mark one year of the signing of “Agreed Position”, the Working Committee (WC) of the Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs), currently negotiating with the government of India, held a thanksgiving programme in New Delhi Saturday.

NNPGs WC through its media cell said that “the ‘Agreed Position’ or ‘Preamble’ signed on November 17, 2017 between government and Nagas represented by WC, reaffirmed the

historical and political status in the highest pedestal.”

In one year, the media cell said Government of India and WC have had almost fifty rounds of political negotiations, adding that “every issue is being dealt most diligently in a practical manner.”

WC expressed appreciation to the Naga people for their solidarity and prayer support.

Speaking at the programme, convener WC and GPRN/NSCN ato

kilonser, N Kitovi Zhimomi, reminded the members that “God knows and understands each NNPG leader’s heart irrespective of how sweet and convincing one may sound.”

He said Naga people have undergone untold suffering in the past and every leader must own responsibility for the sufferings. WC convenor said Naga political struggle was now entering a new phase.

Other leaders who spoke included WC co-conveners-- NSCN(R) president Y Wangtin Naga, NNC/ GDRN general secretary Hozheto Z Chophy, NNC/NPGN president Kiumukam Yimchunger and NNC (Parent Body)Toshi Walling. It said WC co-convener FGN Kedallo Zopra Vero could not attend the service as he had gone home early for other duties.

NTC peace mediation convener and president former of NSF, Yesonu Veyie, who also attended the programme, briefly reminded the suffering of Naga people in the past and how God has brought the leaders together to the present defining moment. The programme was chaired

by Alezo Venuh, co-ordinator WC.

in the evening of November 12, 2018. After that, they fled with the empty truck, police said.

However, based on specific The two arrested for attempted murder. inputs, police said the DIMAPUR, NOV 17 (NPN): truck bearing a Haryana RegIn a delayed report, two persons were arrested Wednesday istration number was recovby Dimapur police on charges ered from a house at Toluvi of attempted murder of a village. Police said the house truck driver near Chümouke- owner indentified as one Khekuto (42) of Toluvi village was dima November 12 last.

According to PRO Di- also arrested.

Following the recovery mapur police, the two accused were identified as one Jitu of the truck, police said the Chaudhary (35) of Kamrup, two main accused persons Assam and Randip (37) of were subsequently arrested from Dimapur and a criminal Karnal, Haryana.

Police said the two ac- case was registered with Chücused were previously known to moukedima Police Station the driver. They firstly drugged for further investigation. The him and brutally assaulted him driver is currently recuperatbefore disposing him off below ing in a local hospital, police NH-29 near Chümoukedima added.

Take a weight off: Kilo gets historic update VERSAILLES (FRANCE), NOV 17 (AGENCIES): In a historic vote, more than 50 nations unanimously approved an overhaul of the international measurement system that underpins global trade and other human endeavours, uniting Friday behind new definitions for the kilogram and other units in a way they fail to do on many other issues. Scientists, for whom the update represented decades of work, clapped, cheered and even wept as delegates gathered in Versailles one by one said “yes” or “oui” to the change, hailed as a revolution in how humanity measures and quantifies its world.

Updated definitions for the ampere, kelvin and mole also were approved Friday. The redefinition of the kilogram, the globally approved unit of mass, was the mostly hotly anticipated change. For more than a century, the kilogram has been defined as the mass of a cylinder of platinum-iridium alloy kept in a high-security vault in France.

A replica of the International Prototype Kilogram is pictured at the International Bureau of Weights and Measures, in Paris. (File)

That artefact, nicknamed “Le Grand K,” has been the world’s sole true kilogram since 1889.

Now, with the vote, the kilogram and all of the other main measurement units will be defined using numerical values that fit handily onto a wallet card. Those numbers were read to the national delegates before they voted. The update will take effect May 20.

Scientists at the meeting were giddy with excitement: some even sported tattoos on

their forearms that celebrated the science.

Nobel prize winner William Phillips called the update “the greatest revolution in measurement since the French revolution,” which ushered in the metric system of meters and kilograms. The Grand K and its six official copies, kept together in the same safe on the outskirts of Paris and collectively known as the “heir and the spares,” will be retired but not forgotten.

Scientists want to keep studying

them to see whether their masses change over time. The update will have no discernable impact for most people. Bathroom scales won’t suddenly get kinder and kilos and grams won’t change in supermarkets.

But the new formula-based definition for the kilogram will have multiple advantages over the precision-crafted metal lump that set the standard from the 19th century to the 21st, through periods of stunning human achievement and stunning follies, including two world wars. Unlike a physical object, the formula for the kilo, now also known as “the electric kilo,” cannot pick up particles of dust, decay with time or be dropped and damaged, but will be easier to share.

“If we stay where we are, and someone did accidentally drop the kilogram or if there was a contamination that we couldn’t control, then the whole system has got no head. We’re in chaos,” said Barry Inglis, a scientist from Australia.

Fuel prices cut by 19-20 paise per litre NEW DELHI, NOV 17 (AGENCIES): Petrol and diesel prices were reduced by 1920 paise per litre across major metro cities on Saturday.

In Delhi, petrol was sold at Rs. 76.91 per litre and diesel rate stood at Rs. 71.74 per litre with effect from 6am, according to state-run Indian Oil Corporation.

In Mumbai, petrol and diesel prices were Rs. 82.43 per litre and Rs. 75.16 per litre respectively.

Petrol rates in Kolkata and Chennai were decreased to Rs. 78.85 per litre and Rs. 79.87 per litre respectively.

Meanwhile, a litre of petrol and diesel in Dimapur was Rs. 72.82 and Rs. 67.37 respectively while in Kohima petrol price stood at Rs. 73.63 per litre and diesel Rs. 67.99 per litre.

As per the daily dynamic pricing regime, domestic fuel prices depend on international fuel prices on a 15-day average, besides the value of the rupee. This is because a large proportion of country’s requirement is met through imports.

State-run oil marketing companies Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum revise fuel prices with effect from 6 am on a daily basis.

platoons of the IR battalions on parade.

Parade also witnessed a Massed Band display comprising of Brass and Pipe bands from the Nagaland Police, Home Guards and Nagaland Village Guards.

The massed bands played a number of tunes including Coloney Bogey and Scotland the brave for the March Past; and the wooden heart, Scipio, Arunachal, the Drummers call, Kohima will shine tonight and others featured during the band display.

In appreciation, Deputy chief minister also donated a sum of Rs two lakh for those involved in the parade. The programme ended with a closing remark

by DGP Nagaland, T.J. Longkumer.

Ex-DMC member dies D I M A P U R , N OV 1 7 (NPN): Former member of Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC) and incumbent president of All Nagaland Private Bus Association (ANPBA), Ghoikhu Kits Sema, passed away Saturday at a private hospital in Dimapur after a prolonged illness. According to family sources, his funeral service would be held at the government higher secondary school ground, Nagarjan on Sunday at 1pm.

Meanwhile, in a press release, ANPBA general secretary, Hovishe Achumi, requested all the bus services under the banner of ANPBA to down their shutters from 6am to 6pm on November 18 as a mark of respect.

YTC flays threat

D I M A P U R , N OV 1 7 (NPN): Yimchungrü Tribal Council (YTC) in a press note condemned the threat on the life of its president over phone, allegedly by one Mukhe, finance committee member of the Khango-led NSCN (K) November 17.

YTC through its info and publicity secretary Mathew K Janger has asked the Khango-led NSCN (K) authority to produce the said person at its head office in Shamator, within three days from the date of this publication. Failing this, the council will be compelled to initiate its own course of action, it added.

Temperature dips

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D i mapur , N ov 1 7 (NPN): Temperature in Dimapur dipped to 18oC Saturday with sudden showers making the night colder.

Weather bureau had predicted cloudy skies after midSaturday. As per weather report, Sunday is likely to be mostly sunny with temperature near perfect 25oC. The bursting of a transformer near city tower area also added to the chill when some parts of Dimapur was engulfed in total darkness.

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Kohima Raj Bhavan Journal launched

P.B. Acharya launching the Kohima Raj Bhavan Journal portal at Raj Bhavan, Kohima on Saturday. (NP) Correspondent

KO H I M A , N OV 1 7 (NPN): Nagaland Gove r n o r, P. B. A c h a r ya , launched the online publication of Kohima Bhavan Raj Bhavan Journal (www. kohimarajbhavanjournal. in) at Raj Bhavan Kohima.

The portal was developed, and will be managed, by North East Press Service (NEPS), an independent media house to update news about Raj Bhavan and its activities.

The Governor in his address expressed happiness that NEPS had come up with the idea in the name and style of The Kohima Raj Bhavan Journal.

He lauded them for bringing the portal to be run by an independent media house, which he said was very rare, because most official websites of various ministries and Raj Bhavans in the country are created maintained by government nodal agencies.

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maintaining and functioning of the portal website was purely their lookout and Raj Bhavan has no connection in its operations whatsoever. He said NEPS media group’s idea will not only highlight the Governor’s and Raj Bhavan’s activities but also disseminate them among other publications. The Governor added that the media has an important role to play in disseminating important information to the masses and strength-

ening unity and various activities of the state. He, however, cautioned against spreading wrong and fake information through social media which bring about confusion into society.

Editor NEPS and senior journalist, Oken Jeet Sandham, in his address said the idea of launching the Kohima Raj Bhavan Journal had been on his mind for some time.

He said the Governor has done so many good things for the state and this portal is a tribute to him.

Principal secretary to governor Piyush Goyal also addressed the gathering.

The launching program was chaired by Kohima Press Club general secretary, Alice Yhoshü.

The program was attended by a host of media persons from various organizations, Raj Bhavan staff and others.

The website contains detailed information about Kohima Raj Bhavan’s present and past activities with photos.

Lecture on India’s foreign polices at NU-SET DIMAPUR: A lecture on the topic, “India’s foreign policies: the road travelled and the road ahead” was delivered by ambassador, J K Tripathi on November 15 at Nagaland University (NU) School of Engineering & Technology (SET).

A press release by NUSET stated that the speaker dwelt on the different political relations between India and other countries like China, Pakistan and the USA post independence.

Tripathi also stressed on India’s huge population of youth which he said was a boon for employment or for providing services to other countries. He also noted that India could capitalize on the IT revolution due to its proficiency in mathematics. Tripathi also talked about India’s trade relations with other countries and the various avenues available to young entrepreneurs.

In the program, dean NU-SET professor S. K. Sharma also felicitated J K Tripathi.

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Greenline Enterprise, Agri. Clinic & Agri. Business Center (ACABC) Mokokchung was inaugurated at Kichutip ward, near IOC by Mokokchung DC, Sachin Jaiswal on November 17. (NP)

Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Mission New India under Narendra Modi Vichar Manch (NMVM) was launched at Niathu Resort, Dimapur on November 17, attended by national NMVM president Ravi Chanakhya and delegates from all over India. (NMVM state youth president, Yanger Amri.)

SSP campaigns against cancer

NDPP minority organisation Dimapur region meeting: NDPP minority organisation Dimapur region comprising of central, regional and constituent assembly units will hold its meeting on November 18, 2 p.m. at Walford, Dimapur. All the office bearers of the organisation have been requested to attend the meeting.

ANHTU Dimapur unit inform members: All Nagaland Hindi Teachers Union (ANHTU) Dimapur unit has informed all government Hindi teachers under Dimapur district to attend the Silver Jubilee celebrations on November 22 at Indira Gandhi Stadium Kohima without fail. Two buses have been arranged for the teachers, with stoppage at: NST Bus Station (Near Railway Gate) at 6 a.m.; Burma Camp junction; Purana Bazar (Hollohon petrol pump); Padampukhuri gate; 4th Mile (Agri Expo gate); 7th Mile (Near SBI); and Medziphema police point. Teachers travelling by private vehicles or by bus have been requested to give their details on or before November 20. For further queries one may contact 7640099466 or 7005740885.

WSYF inter-area cultural competition: Western Sumi Youth Front (WSYF) has informed all concerned that the Western Sumi inter-area cultural competition will be held at Niuland town on November 24. WSYF has urged frontal organisations of all areas to extend their cooperation for the success of the first of its kind Western Sumi mega cultural event.

For further details one may contact Mughavi Awomi, president, WSYF at 7630953013, Mughavi Kiho, vice president at 7005635667 and Bohoi Yepthomi, general secretary at 9856220700. All the areas under Western Sumi have been requested to actively participate in the competition.

PYO new office bearers: Peraciezie Youth Organization (PYO), under KMC Ward No.1 (High School), Kohima, has been reorganized. A press release by PYO, stated that the new team is led by Kevisetso Miachieo as president and Khriesakeduo Kelio as secretary along with 21 others.

Myanmar based NSCN (K) discharges: Myanmarbased NSCN (K), deputy commander-in-chief Naga Army, ‘lt. gen’ Niki Sumi, has informed the public that Shikuto, son of Ihoshe, of Vekuho village under NSCN (K) region of Sumi Unit of GHQ Naga Army has been discharged from active national service on account of his health condition.

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Awareness on Sakhi & Women Helpline

Participants of the awareness program with resource persons and college faculty members on November 17.

DIMAPUR: A one day awareness prog ram on Sakhi (One Stop Centre) and Women Helpline 181 was held at Japfu Christian College, Kipfuzha, Kigwema on November 17. The event was jointly organised

by Women Cell and Sexual Harassment Cell (JCC).

Chothalu Phesao, senior call respondent shared

AICC state unit launches SHAKTI

KOHIMA: Nagaland state unit launched the SHAKTI project at Congress Bhavan Kohima on November 17 as a platform for communicating and integrating NSUI workers and officer bearers.

SHAKTI will be the primary system for organizing departments of the AICC to collect and store information of all party workers and office bearers. NSUI secretary Bovito Wotsa in a release stated that the launching program was presided over by NSUI state president, Niloboto Sumi, and was attended NSUI national secretary in charge for Nagaland, Manoj Hazarika, NSUI Office bearers and college students.

about the importance of help for women in distress.

She emphasized on 181 toll free service for women in distress which is available 24/7. Repabenla Longkumer, case worker, OSC also shared about one stop centres which give counselling, medical help, legal assistance and police protection for women in distress who

seek help at the one stop centres. Drama Club JCC performed a short play on sexual harassment and what people can do about it.

The program began with a prayer by Vizapo Kikhi. The program was chaired by Thepfusatuo-u Pienyu and Dr. Visakhonu Hibo, principal JCC, offered the closing prayer.

MGOS Church marks Patron Saints Feast

DIMAPUR: MGOS Church, Midland, Dimapur celebrated the Patron Saints Feast on November 10 and 11 with a procession, devotional address and Holy Communion.

Chief celebrant, Rev. Fr V J Oommen from Kerala exhorted the congregation on the life of Saint Gregarious, referring to him as a 'Mirror for generations'.

A f t e r a n e ve n i n g prayer on Saturday, a candle light procession proceeded from the Church to PWD junction. On Sunday morning, prayers started at 8 am followed by a holy communion, procession,

Sunday School students programs, and a love feast.

Malayalees from Kohima, Jorhat, Tinsukia and from remote places of Nagaland attended the feast.

In the public meeting, vicar Fr. Dr. P. S Varghese welcomed all guests, while secretary, Manju Mathew proposed the vote of thanks. A variety of programs were conducted

by Sunday School students of Dimapur and Kohima along with MGM hostellers and special invitees. Residents of the neighbourhood orphanage presented songs. Around 300 people participated in the feast.

A Government School Union Kiruphema teachers study tour and site seeing program to Tinsukia (Assam) and Arunachal Pradesh was organized with all the teachers of government schools of Kiruphema on November 9. The teachers visited the longest bridge in India (Bhupen Hazarika Setu) connecting Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, the golden temple, one of the biggest Buddhist temples in India and the border of India and China through the Arunachal Pradesh border. The team returned to Kiruphema on November 11. (Ponnachan Daniel)

Farmer training conducted in Zhuikhu

Dimapur Police seize drugs Dimapur: Based on specific information, Dimapur Police seized around 21 cartons of the banned spasmo proxyvon tablets with an approximate market value of Rs.52,00000, from a ware-house in Sematilla on November 13.

According to additional deputy commissioner of Police/PRO, in this connection, police arrested one Hotoi Sumi (31 yrs), son of Suhovi Sumi, village Nikihe under Niuland, Dimapur. In this connection a case has been registered at SBN Police Station for further Resource persons and farmers after the farmers’ training program on Scientific investigation. cultivation of winter vegetable crops, conducted in Zhuikhu on November 8.

DIMAPUR: AICRP (Veg- also shown some important pants. The program started etable Crops) Nagaland Natural enemies of pests with a brief introduction Konyak Union: Konyak Union has mourned the demise Centre, SASRD-NU, under (Farmers friends), how to by professor Akali Sema of W. Chuba Lam, former president of Khiamniungan Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP), con- identify and preserve them Incharge TSP- AICRP (Vegetable Crops) who highlightTribal Council (KTC) at his private residence in Noklak ducted a Farmer’s Training in their fields.

A technical session-I ed the importance of vegtown. A condolence message from the union stated that on “Scientific cultivation of late Chuba was a dedicated, straight forward and peace winter vegetable crops” at on “Scientific cultivation etables to the farmers and of winter vegetable crops” explained what vegetables loving leader who had served the Khiamniungan people Zhuikhu on November 8.

A press release from, was taken by Ashwini can be grown successfully in particular and the ENPO in particular, till his last breath. It added that his demise had created a vacuum Horticulture department Ananda, Ph.D schlolar, de- in a village like Zhuikhu. not only for Khiamniungans but the eastern Naga people S A S R D : N U i / c T S P partment of Horticulture, The wrap-up session was as well. Konyak union president Manlip K. expressed AICRP (VC), professor SASRD-NU and “Pest conducted by Dr. Waluniba, the union’s sympathies and prayed for strength for the Akali Sema, stated that management of winter scientist, training in-charge, bereaved family and also for the departed soul to rest the training highlighted the vegetable crops” was con- AICRP-VC, SASRD-NU, importance of package of ducted by Otto Awomi, where folders and seeds of in peace.

ERKSU: Eastern Region Khiamniungan Students' practices and plant protec- Ph.D scholar, department winter vegetable crops were distributed to all the particiUnion (ERKSU) has expressed deep sorrow at the de- tion in vegetable production of Entomology.

The technical session- pants. The GB incharge of mise of late W Chuba Lam, former KTC president on to make farmers aware of November 13. A condolence message by ERKSU presi- the benefits and advantages II on “Disease manage- Zhuikhu village on behalf dent, C. Simon and general secretary, T. L. Khaoshai in growing vegetable crops. ment of winter vegetable of all the farmers expressed described late Chuba as inspirational soul of leadership, They also learnt about pests crops” was conducted by their heartfelt gratitude to courageous entity and light bearer of Khiamniungan and diseases they may en- Dr. Pezangulie Chakruno, AICRP-Vegetable Crops, tribe. ERKSU also stated that his demise has left a huge counter during the crop- pathologist, AICRP on Soy- department of Horticulture, SASRD-NU for organizing vacuum which cannot be filled. It further conveyed con- ping season and how to bean, SASRD-NU. The training was at- such a training program in dolences to the bereaved family and prayed that Almighty manage them through ecofriendly tactics. They were tended by 63 farmer partici- their village.

God grant eternal rest to the departed soul.

Condolence messages

Faculty members with students with their placards with messages to spread awareness about cancer, on November 8.

DIMAPUR: Sainik School Punglwa organised a cancer awareness campaign at its neighbouring village of Punglwa on November 8.

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and raising slogans on cancer. The campaign also conveyed the message that incidences of cancer is high in the modern day and it can be prevented by being aware about things that cause it.

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WEATHER FORECAST November 18

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Agartala Sunny; pleasant

30 17

Aizawl

Mostly sunny; pleasant

Guwahati Hazy sunshine Imphal

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Itanagar Partly sunny; nice

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Shillong Abundant sunshine

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Kohima

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Dimapur Mostly sunny; delightful

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Tuensang Mostly sunny; cooler

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(L-R) Y. Patton unveiling the monolith. Villagers presenting a cultural item at the Golden Jubilee Celebration of Ekhyo Yan village on Saturday. (NP)

Staff Reporter D I M A P U R , N OV 1 7 (NPN): Deputy chief minister, Yanthungo Patton, has urged educated unemployed youth, to consider different private avenues instead of relying only on government jobs.

Patton, who also is also in-charge of the Home department, was speaking as special invitee at the golden jubilee celebration of Ekhyo Yan village on Saturday.

He however added that if there were youth who had the desire to serve the people through government jobs, they should not

depend on political or illegal appointments, but rely on their own qualifications and appear competitive examinations and get the job through determination and effort.

Challenging the educated unemployed youth of Ekhyo Yan village to appear for Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) examinations, Patton promised an award of Rs. two lakhs for any who qualify for EAC and DSP posts.

Speaking on the importance of the mother tongue, Patton said that people should give more importance to their own

Green Team Kohima to campaign against plastic use

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KO H I M A , N OV 1 7 (NPN): Concerned with plastic pollution across the state and the globe, a team of youngsters led by retired commissioner and secretary, Thangi Manen, has launched a campaign called “Green Team Kohima”, (GTK) to create awareness in society about the threats posed by plastic use.

Briefing media persons at the office of the Kohima Municipal Council (KMC), Saturday afternoon, Manen said plastic does not degrade in the natural environment and it ends up poisoning the land and also the water that go into the human food chain.

Admitting that plastic use cannot be done away in one go, she said that reduc-

ing usage over time would help eliminate plastic use in the future.

Manen added that stakeholders had convened a meeting to work on an action plan, and the movement against plastic use will be spread across the state beginning in Kohima.

She added that the GTK started the movement under the theme “Say No to Plastic” and it had cleaned ten wards, and by November 20 the team will have completed cleaning all wards of Kohima. In the process, ward council members are also informed about the dangers of plastic.

According to Manen, Green Team Kohima was trying to link up with regional and national organizations to work on how to reduce plastic use.

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front, she pointed out that the government had announced that it will declare Nagaland a plastic free state, but regardless, it is the responsibility of every citizen to take care of their environment and health.

She added that if the government was serious about banning plastics, it should encourage youth to take up entrepreneurship in making paper and cloth bags and also degradable plates and cups.

Kohima Municipal Council administrator Kovi Meyase said traders were informed about the ban on use of plastics, especially the ban during the Hornbill festival and Night Bazar, and said a consultation is scheduled for November 22. Green Team Kohima is scheduled to visit Mokokchung within November.

mother tongues rather than focussing on other languages, as the mother tongue identifies culture and identity.

He said that it was very important for people to speak in their mother tongues at home as it helps develop personal and cultural identity. He encouraged parents to develop the habit of speaking in their own native languages, especially with their children.

Also remembering the sacrifices of the village’s founders, Patton asked the villagers to remember their efforts and sacrifices.

On the importance of maintaining cordial

relationships, Patton urged the people to forget and forgive each other in the spirit of the golden jubilee celebration.

Patton called upon the people to maintain good relationships with their neighbours for overall development of the state.

A brief re por t of the village was shared by golden jubilee convenor of history & organizing committee, N. Odyuo, where he maintained that the village was formed with the name “Domokhia” in the year 1968, with 37 members, and was recognized in the year 1996. Yanthungo Patton, who was the home

Wild elephants kill 1 in Mekokla Correspondent WO K H A , N OV 1 7 (NPN): One person was killed and one severely injured at Mekokla village under Wokha district, by rampaging wild elephants on November 16 at around 9:20 p.m.

There were also reports of damages to crops, plantations and farm houses.

Nchemo Kikon (58 Years), S/O Yantsungo Kikon, has been identified as the deceased, and John (59 Years), S/O Khobemo, who had a narrow escape although with severe injuries, when the two were inside a hut in a paddy field.

The village chairman said that a wild herd of

elephants was seen in the village’s vicinity since last month, and the matter was reported to the deputy commissioner Wokha through a letter (ref. no MVC/ REP/04/2018 dated 26th October 2018). However, no actions have been initiated so far, the chairman lamented.

A similar case was reported in the year 2016, where one innocent farmer was killed by a wild elephant in a paddy field.

With no preventive measures implemented, a fear psychosis has been created among the people hampering normal life and affecting the livelihood of the people going to their fields.

Clarification

Apropos the news item “ACU free medical camp at New Chalkot”, published November 13, ACU Rubber Hon Board of Directors has clarified that “Secretary of ACU (BOD)” should be read as “Secretary General of ACU Rubber Hon (BOD).”

minister then, helped them change the name of the village to Ekhyo Yan in the year 2016. At present the village has a total of 202 households.

A short speech was also delivered by Lotha Hoho Dimapur (LHD) chairman, Etsungmomo Kikon.

Among the program highlights were unveiling of a monolith commemorating the event, by Y. Patton, a folk dance and a song presentation. One minute silence was also observed in remembrance of villagers who had passed away.

Pioneers were also felicitated at the program.

A blessing prayer was offered by reverend Dr. E. Nrio Ezung, welcome address was delivered by Ozamo Odyuo and later vote of thanks was delivered by Ekhyo Yan Head GB, convenor finance committee golden jubilee Lihao Patton and benediction was pronounced by Lotha Baptist Church (LBC) Dimapur associate pastor Yanbemo Ovung which was followed by a jubilee feast.

Commissioner of police, Dimapur, Limasunep Jamir, neighbouring villagers, members of various frontal organizations, GBs and village councils attended the program.

Officials inspect fuel outlet in Longleng

The inspection team testing for fuel adulteration in Longleng on November 16. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: District administration Longleng, led by Deputy Commissioner (DC), John Tsulise Sangtam, on November 16 inspected Leinyak Petro Pump, Longleng.

A report by DIPR stated that the DC was accompanied by SDO (Civil), D. Robin, additional superintendent of police (ASP) Atopu Sumi, ADS (Supply) Ekoni Humtsoe and DPRO, S. Hongpi Konyak.

The team checked for fuel adulteration, availability of filter paper and density reference record,

metering unit and totaling unit seals, maintenance of testing kit etc.

After inspection and testing, the DC directed the petro pump manager to not conceal any consumer amenities but display them outside the building, including lists of consumer’s rights and prices of items so that consumers could avail of facilities provided by the oil company.

The team also collected samples of petrol and diesel to be sent for laboratory tests to ensure that fuel was unadulterated in the district.

Legal services camp held in Zunheboto

DIMAPUR: A Mega Legal Services Camp was organised by Nagaland State Legal Services Authority (NSLSA) and Zunheboto District Legal Services Authority (ZDLSA) in collaboration with government departments, stakeholders and NGOs on November 17, in Zunheboto.

A press release from the NSLSA public relations assistant stated that Justice Songkhupchong Serto, Gauhati High Court Judge, in his inaugural speech stated that to establish a society, state or county, equality and justice in all spheres should first be promoted. He said everyone should get a share from the national wealth and benefit from it. He spoke on the importance of letting entitlements reach the people in time to build a society where justice prevails and peace and tranquillity flourishes.

The Judge also inaugurated the Mega Legal Services Camp.

A welcome address was

Justice Songkhupchong Serto, inaugurating the Mega Legal Services Camp in Zunheboto on November 17.

delivered by Niechochiyi Suyie, district sessions judge & chairperson ZDLSA, where he explained the objectives of the stalls.

Keynote address was given by Mezivolu T. Therieh member secretary, NSLSA. District Child Protect Unit (DCPU) distributed scholarships to six students amounting to a sum of rupees twelve thousand, given away by Justice S. Serto.

Bloomfield Hill Higher Secondary School presented “Aphilio Kuwo” the war dance.

Short speeches were given by Shanavas C, DC, Zunheboto and Dr. C.W. Tungoe, chief medical officer, Zunheboto.

The chairperson, Atoka Achumi, JMFC & secretary ZDLSA, addressed the dignitaries and beneficiaries, and a vote of thanks was proposed by Limasenla Longkumer, project coordinator, NSLSA. 46 stalls were set up

by NSLSA, government departments, stakeholders and NGOs. A total of 7,500 beneficiaries were registered in day long camp.

Child Rights Week underway across Nagaland NCC camp concludes in Jakhama

AWUM passes two-point resolution

A Children’s Day-&Awareness Program on “Child Sexual Abuse” was conducted at Children Home Longleng by District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) Longleng on the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru, November 14.

A press release from DCPU Longleng stated that district child protection officer, Yangthriba Sangtam, speaking on the occasion, said that Children’s Day celebrates childhood. He also reminded the children to learn the values of discipline, cleanliness, sense of order and above all innocence.

Sangtam also encouraged the children to learn about the rights of children and the importance of education. He urged the students to work hard to achieve their goals, reminding them that hard work is the only key to success in one’s life. He further spoke on “Child Sexual Abuse” in society and encouraged the children to not remain silent when abusers try to abuse them through both contact and non contact sexual abuse.

He urged the children to be assertive when it came to sexual abuse and report the matter to the DCPU, CWC, SJPU or dial toll free Child helpline No. 1098.

DIMAPUR: All Ward Union, Mokokchung (AWUM) held its presidential council meeting at the treasurer’s residence on November 17.

A press release by AWUM president, R. Ayim Longkumer and secretary, Lanumeren stated that during the meeting, AWUM resolved that selling or bursting crackers will be banned in all the wards of Mokokchung town with immediate effect.

It also resolved that all dog owners must keep their dogs chained and not allow them to roam openly.

AWUM has further informed all ward authorities to ensure strict implementation of these decisions and penalize defaulters.

Child Sexual Abuse awareness program

Yangthriba Sangtam with residents of Children Home Longleng after the program on November 14.

DIMAPUR: Child Protection Services (CPS) Nagaland has begun observing “Child Rights Week 2018” from November 14 which will culminate on November 20.

A press release by CPS Nagaland stated that National Children’s Day is celebrated on November 14 and International Child Rights Day is celebrated on November 20 every year and various events have been planned for mass awareness on child rights during this period.

CPS Nagaland added that the ongoing awareness campaign against Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) in schools and child care institutions shall be carried out in all the eleven districts by K Y M C

the districts’ child protection units.

Stating that the increasing number of child sexual abuse was a growing concern in the state, the release said CSA awareness campaign aims to provide the children with knowledge of what child sexual abuse is, discuss preventive and safety measures and the importance of reporting such cases.

The release also added that Children’s day was celebrated across Observation Homes and Special Homes across the state.

CPS Nagaland pointed out that up until early 2013, Nagaland had only one Observation Home and one Special Home both located in Pherima.

Majority of cases related to children went “unreported or got compromised” at the Police Station itself and transferring these children became a problem.

In such a situation, CPS Nagaland lamented that the much needed intervention could not take place which encourages repeat offences.

Only after 2013-2016 under Child Protection Services Department of Social Welfare, Observation Home was established in each and every district.

At present there are 11 Observation Homes and two Special Homes for juvenile delinquency. It added that there are around 68 Child Care Institutions in Nagaland at present.

NCC girl cadets who attended the annual training camp, with NCC officers from various districts of Nagaland after the culmination program on November 17.

DIMAPUR: The ten-day annual training camp, conducted by 1 Nagaland (G) Bn NCC, under the aegis of NCC Group HQ, Kohima, at St Joseph College, Jakhama, concluded on November 17.

A press release by the battalion reported that 293 girl cadets along with associate NCC officers from all districts of Nagaland attended the camp.

During the camp the main emphasis was on

all round development of NCC cadets’ personalities including imparting them military training on subjects like physical training, drill, weapon training and numerous other subjects of social importance.

To mark the successful termination of the camp, NCC cadets also organized a cultural program with Comdt 3 (Naga Hill) Assam Rifles, Col Debaraj Bhattacharya as the chief guest and St Joseph’s Col-

lege, Jakhama principal, Rev. Dr. Sebastian Ousepparampil as the guest of honour.

Prizes in various categories and competitions i.e. sports, tent pitching, firing, map reading, drill, and cultural program were given to the cadets.

A weapon display and career counselling by 164 Naga TA Bn & 3 (NH) Assam Rifles Bn was also organised during the camp for NCC girl cadets.

NGTC on Garo festival Wangala

Dimapur: Garos of Nagaland will be celebrating their post-harvest Wangala festival on November 21, 10 am at Samaguri play ground organized by Wangala Celebration Committee in association with Nagaland Garo Tribal Council (NGTC) and Garo Students Union Nagaland Zone

(GSUNZ) hosted by Samaguri village.

NGTC has appealed to all respective government departments to grant one-day leave to all Garo employees to attend the festival. It also appealed all Garo inhabitants of Nagaland to compulsorily attend the festival.

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Manipur Assembly attack: UNLF claims responsibility

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IMPHAL, Nov 17: Rebel group United National Liberation Front (UNLF) has Saturday claimed responsibility for Friday’s blast at Manipur Legislative Assembly complex.

One of the two hand grenades lobbed by miscreants went off near a sentry post of the Manipur Legislative Assembly leaving a BSF jawan and two security personnel injured.

The attack was carried out by a special team of “Tactical Unit” of Manipur People’s Army (MPA), the armed wing of the rebel outfit, claimed a statement of the UNLF dispatched by its publicity director M Sak-hen.

Maintaining that the attack on “Indian Occupational Force (IOF) was a part of outfit’s armed campaign to regain the sovereignty of erstwhile independent nation,” the statement reiterated its firm stand to continue attack on IOF until Manipur regain its freedom from the Indian colonial rule.

The statement urged state police personnel, police commandos, personnel of the Manipur Rifles and

IRB to stay apart from the Indian security forces while discharging their duties with them.

The UNLF further expressed its regret on inflicting injuries to the two security personnel of the Assembly secretariat –Maibam Monoranjan of Nambol Sabal Leikai (Bishnupur district) and Yambem Johnny of Charangpat Mayai Leikai (Thoubal district) – by the impact of the blast.

In the meantime, employees of the Assembly Secretariat led by Speaker Yumnam Khemchand staged a sit-in-protest at the site of the blast.

Talking to reporters at the protest site, Speaker Khemchand asserted that Assembly is the temple of democracy and peace loving people of the state would not agree with such kind of violent attack.

He also questioned what kind of message did the attackers wanted to give by attacking at the Assembly when tourists not only from across the country but also from foreign countries have started arriving for the 10-day Manipur Sangai Festival.

“What is their mes-

sage? It is acts of terrorists,” he said.

The Speaker also denied any security lapses.

The bomb was hurled from outside the campus targeting the security personnel taking advantage of the darkness of the night, he said.

The Speaker expressed confidence that state police will nab the culprit(s) behind the blast at the earliest.

Secretary of the Manipur Legislative Assembly Secretariat Association, Ramananda, while condemning the blast inside the Assembly campus, asked whether the blast was targeted at the employees.

He alleged that the blast took place when employees were leaving the complex after works of the day.

Meanwhile, following the blast at the Assembly complex, security have been tightened further in the twin capital districts and areas surrounding Keibul Lamjao National Park in Bishnupur district where the main venues of Manipur Sangai Festival are located.

In the twin capital districts, police commandos have also conducted cordon and search operations at various places.

Meghalaya Gov promises action in attack on activist Correspondent

Shillong, Nov 17: Meghalaya Governor Tathagata Roy on Saturday promised to take adequate action on the recent attack on a frontline women’s rights activist Agnes Kharshiing and her aide.

“I will do whatever is necessary and whatever action I have to take. But more than that I am not at the liberty to say anything to you,” he told journalists replying to a query if he would write to the central government on the attacks on the two activists and the alleged illegal mining and transportation of coal in the state.

Moreover, Roy said that he will discuss with Chief Minister Conrad Sangma and the Director General of Police R Chandranathan on the matter.

On November 8, Kharshiing along with Sangma and Kurbah were brutally assaulted by a group of some 40 people after the activist lodged a complaint on the illegal mining and transportation of coal in the district. “This attack on Kharshiing and Sangma is a different matter altogether … and this will have to be handled as a law and order problem. There are vested interest who came to at-

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tacked them. Now the police will have to take adequate action,” Roy told journalists after visiting the activists at NEIGRIHMS hospital.

Asked if the incident should be probed by the CBI, Roy said, “law and order is a state subject and first it should be probed by the state government and only when there are circumstances which indicate that the government is failing in its duty, then the question of CBI can come.”

Kharshiing and Sangma have already filed a petition in the Meghalaya High Court demanding a probe by the CBI. The petitioners pleaded that the investigation was not being carried out in the real spirit. Moreover, the court has asked the investigating officer to file the latest status of the investigation and to remain present in the court along with the case diary on November 27.

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BJP accused of attacking CPI(M) workers in Tripura

IMPHAL, Nov 17: A mass rally was staged in Manipur’s Churachandpur district headquarters on Saturday demanding immediate arrest of Thanglianpau, president of Zomi Re-Unification Organization (ZRO), an armed group under suspension of operation (SoO) truce with government.

Thanglianpau has been accused of involving in an assassination attempt of Young Paite Association (YPA) general secretary, Lianmuanthang Valte.

Churachandpur police had already registered an attempt to murder case against the ZRO president following an incident of firing of guns at the house of the YPA general secretary on the night September 20 last. In the rally staged under the joint aegis of Paite Tribal Council (PTC) and Young Paite Association (YPA), it was alleged that ZRO president was the instigator of Romeo who was behind the firing of guns at the house of the YPA general secretary. The mass rally staged Saturday was barely a day after PTC and YPA had jointly lodged a complaint to the police against the ZRO president.

Mention may be made that on September 20 night, miscreants fired several rounds of guns at the house of the YPA general secretary.

Agartala, Nov 17 (PTI): The opposition CPI(M) in Tripura has alleged that 35 of its party workers, including the MLA of Kamalassagar constituency, were attacked in different parts of the Bishalgarh sub-division on Friday.

CPI(M) workers Saturday took out processions in Agartala against the alleged attack on Friday.

The party, in a statement issued on Friday night, alleged that the ruling BJP workers attacked their supporters, activists and leaders in different parts of the Bishalgarh sub-division, including the MLA of Kamalasagar constituency, Narayan Chowdhury.

The ruling BJP said that the CPI(M)’s allegation was false and baseless.

“This is their propaganda model to give false statement to turn false into truth. Nothing such has happened in Bishalgarh,” the BJP spokesperson in Tripura, Ashoke Sinha, said on Saturday.

“Our chief minister Biplab Kumar Deb has strongly directed police to be neutral and take appropriate actions against the hoodlums, irrespective of any party affiliations.

The allegations are com-

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pletely false and baseless,” he said.

According to the CPI(M)’s statement a meeting was organised at a hall at the party’s office in Bishalgarh, to commemorate the November Revolution.

The programme was scheduled at 2 pm. CPI(M) politburo member Manik Sarkar, the former chief minister of Tripura, was the main speaker, it said.

According to the statement, the BJP workers gathered in front of the venue of the meeting since 12 pm on Friday and attacked many CPI(M) workers when they were about to enter the hall to attend the programme.

The BJP workers also threatened them of dire consequences if they entered the hall, the statement added.

The CPI(M) statement also said that MLA Narayan Chowdhury’s vehicle was stopped. The MLA and two other party workers were assaulted, it said.

Bijon Dhar, Tripura party unit secretary and central committe member also said that Narayan Chowdhury was attacked.

He also said that Manik Sarkar, who was among those present at the meeting, was not attacked.

Militant killed in Arunachal MNF blames Cong govt for underdevelopment, corruption NCB seizes cocaine; 1 arrested

Itanagar, Nov 17 (PTI): A militant was killed in an exchange of fire with security forces in Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh on Saturday, Defence sources said.

Acting on specific intelligence about NSCN cadres carrying out extortion from villagers, Assam Rifles personnel swiftly launched an operation, Kohima-based Defence Spokesman Col Chiranjeet Konwar said.

But the spokesman did not specify which faction of the NSCN was carrying out extortion. During search of the area, the security personnel noticed a few suspected cadres trying to flee. “They challenged the militants and asked them to surrender. However, the fleeing militants opened fire on them and they retaliated and brought down controlled effective fire on the fleeing militant and eliminated one cadre,” the spokesman said in a release.

The other cadres, however, managed to escape using cover of dense foliage.

During search operation, the security forces found the hardcore cadre who had succumbed to bullet injuries.

A HK33 automatic rifle, large quantities of ammunition and other documents were also recovered from the dead rebel. The police said that the dead militant belonged to the NSCN(U).

Aizawl, Nov 17 (PTI): Mizo National Front (MNF) general secretary Lalruatkima Saturday blamed the Congress government in Mizoram for the state’s underdevelopment and corruption and said his party would ensure good governance and an accountable government, if voted to power in the coming Assembly polls.

The MNF is contesting all the 40 seats in the November 28 state Assembly election.

Lalruatkima told reporters that the present Congress government had never taken the moral responsibility for the bad road conditions in the state, the scarcity of essential commodities or

the collapse of a bridge.

If voted to power, the MNF would combat corruption by establishing the Lokayukta and ensure good governance and a government that was accountable, transparent and responsive, he said. The MLA accused the Congress government, Chief Minister Lal Thanhawla and his younger brother Lal Thanzara, who had been looking after the Public Works portfolio for 10 years, for the extremely bad road conditions in the north-eastern state.

He alleged that the duo had awarded contracts only to a few non-tribal contractors, who were overburdened with work orders,

which caused a delay in the completion of works.

The “horrible” condition of the roads in the state was a result of a quid pro quo (a favour or advantage granted in return for something) nexus between Lal Thanhawla, Lal Thanzara and the non-tribal contractors, Lalruatkima alleged. “ T h e g o ve r n m e n t awarded contracts worth Rs 122.52 crore to the Sunshine Overseas Corporation during 2010-2015, the company in which Lal Thanzara had a 21.6 per cent share,” he said. A bailey bridge over the Tuirini river between Sesawng and Khawruhlian had collapsed in February, killing one person and injur-

ing others. Under pressure from the opposition parties, Lal Thanzara had owned the moral responsibility for it and the MNF had demanded his resignation for alleged negligence of duty.

Lalruatkima said decentralisation of power would be among the topmost priorities for the MNF if it came to power.

Other focus areas would be health and education, the MNF leader said, adding that his party would introduce a system of annual recruitment of doctors, teachers and nurses through the state Public Service Commission as was being done for the state civil and police services.

Aizawl, Nov 17 (PTI): Sleuths of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized 350 gm of cocaine and arrested a woman here in this connection, officials said Saturday.

The drugs, worth around Rs 17 lakh in the local market was seized from a parcel at Ramhlun Post Office in Aizawl Friday. The NCB officials arrested the woman whose name and address was written on the package from Bawngkawn locality here, they said. The package containing cocaine was sent by post from Trinidad and Tobago.

SENDENYU BAPTIST CHURCH CENTENARY CELEBRATION 1918-2018

Sendenyu Baptist Church 100 years celebration of the advent of Christianity and subsequent establishment of the First Church in Rengma soil is being jointly organized with the Council of Rengma Baptist Churches (CRBC) from 14th to 16th Dec. 2018 at Sendenyu Village under the theme “Great things He had done for us”. All the citizens of Sendenyu and its offshoot villages namely; New Sendenyu, Thongsünyu & Lotsüphen, all the Sendenyu Diasporas and In-laws are requested to attend and take part in the celebration.

Rev. Gwasolo Semp Pastor Sendenyu Baptist Church K-3403

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FELICITATION Dated :17.11.2018

CORRIGENDUM

Reference to this Office Tender Notice vide even number dated 12.11.2018 for providing Four (04) numbers of Vehicle (Xylo) for transportation services in and around Dimapur for five (05) days (12.12.2018 to 16.12.2018), another additional Ten (10) Vehicles (Xylo/Innova) are required for 2-3 days. The details can be downloaded from www.nrcmithun.res.in. The last date of submission of the bids is 03.12.2018 at 3:00 PM. Asstt. Admn. Officer For and on behalf of the Director DC-1895

DECLARATION OF ACTUAL NAME

Regd. No. 3196/18

Date 17/11/18

I, Shri. Kenito K, S/o KUGHAZHE permanent resident of VISHEPU VILLAGE Dist, ZUNHEBOTO State NAGALAND and presently residing at KHUWABOTO COLONY 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 KENITO K, however due to ignorance my name is inadvertently recorded as KENITO in my SBI passbook bearing A/C No. 31537029167, KENITO in my Aadhaar Card Bearing No. 84488406 5797, KENTO in my service ID Card, KENITO in my Pan Card bearing No. EPSPK7761F. 3. That the above mentioned names KENITO K, KENITO AND KENTO are one and the same person which refers to me.

4. That, from the date of this declaration, I shall use my name as KENITO K for all official purposes, legal proceedings and at all times and occasions.

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

DEPONENT Solemnly affirmed and declared before me by the deponent on this 17 day of 11/2018 at Zunheboto: Nagaland.

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Mrs. A. Zunghon Phom President Bhumnyu Nyuthü Longleng

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With immense pleasure and honour, we the Bhumnyu Nyuthü Longleng would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Ms. Pongman N Phom, D/o Mr. C. Ngamphü Phom and Mrs. Chingphü Phom of Bhumnyu Village for securing the Post of Sectional Officer (S.O II) under the Department of Chief Engineer, Water Resources Examination 2018.

May our Almighty God continue to bless you abundantly and guide you in all future endeavours.

The Tenyimi Union Jalukie observed its 43rd Foundation Day at the Tenyimi Complex on Friday, the 16th Nov. 2018. This event was chaired by Mr. D. Loli Mao (Asst. Secretary, TUJ).

The program started with an invocation by the Pastor Rokovikho Lcho, Tenyimi Church. The President, Mr. Suloni Semy welcomed the congregation with a welcome address.

The event saw a variety of reports and speeches by various elders and members. Mr. Hepuni Poumai (Advisor TUJ) gave a brief sharing, emphasising on the fact that all the various units should give their support for the union which is basically the mother of all the units.

The event came to a close with the vote of thanks by Daiho Mao and a benediction by Civotsu Chakhesang, Advisor.

Date : 16/11/18

I, Smti. Jongpongsangla, aged about 46 years, D/o Late Tiatemjen, permanent resident of Waromung Village, P.O Mangkolemba under Mokokchung District, Nagaland and presently residing at Para-Medical Colony, Kohima, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under: 1. That I am the bonafide citizen of India belonging to Ao Naga Tribe.

2. That my official name is Jongpongsangla, however in my Initial Appointment Order, Service Book, in Service Training Certificate and in my GPF Account my name was inadvertently recorded as J. Asanglainstead of Jongpongsangla.

3. That the above mentioned names Jongpongsangla and J. Asanglaare my names which represent one and same person i.e me.

4. That henceforth my name shall be known and used as Smti. Jongpongsangla in all my official documents and future correspondence and this affidavit shall be used as a piece of evidence for necessary correction/rectification of my name as Smti. Jongpongsanglain all my official correspondence and future reference.

5. That the statements made in the above paragraphs are true and correct and nothing material has been concealed therein.

And I signed this affidavit on this day the 16th Nov. 2018 at Kohima, Nagaland DEPONENT Chief Judicial Magistrate K-3402

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Suloni Semy President Tenyimi Union Jalukie # 7085116905

Er. Njilo Kemp Chairman Centenary Committee Contact No. 7005404085

Happy 25th Anniversary

Mr. K. Showuba & Mrs. M. Tsukhumla 18/11/1993 – 18/11/2018

25 years seems like a long time, but life’s merciless routine makes them go by in a jiffy, to hold up strong through the highs and lows of this rut are definitely not easy. Here’s to a love that is truly meant to be forever….

You have, indeed, unraveled the mystery; the mystery of the sought after treasure of love.

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Happy 25th Anniversary Loving Sons & Daughters

HAPPY 55TH BIRTHDAY Beloved, it's a miracle that our love grows stronger and stronger each day despite the miles separating us.

On your 55 th B irthd ay today, I wish you nothing but happiness and good health, my love. I pray that in all respects you may prosper.

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Jeremiah 29:11 - "For I know the plans that I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope."

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Cyclone ‘Gaja’ toll climbs to 33; relief work on Rahul promises loan waiver in C’garh C H E N NA I / S A L E M , NOV 17 (PTI): The death toll in cyclone ‘Gaja’ has touched 33 and left a trail of destruction across Tamil Nadu with 30,000 electricity poles and over a lakh trees getting uprooted, Chief Minister K Palaniswami said Saturday.

He maintained that the impact of cyclone was less as 82,000 people were evacuated to 471 relief centres well in advance. However, 20 men, 11 women and 2 boys died in cyclone related incidents, he said.

As of now, 1,77,500 people have been housed in over 351 camps, the chief minister said, adding food, and medical amenities were being provided to them by the government.

The Chief Minister, speaking to reporters at Vanavasi near Salem, said that cattle, including goats, and wild animals including deer, have perished.

“It has now been estimated that uprooted trees alone were 1,27,000. There is a possibility of the numbers going up,” he said.

While 30,000 electricity poles have either got mangled or fallen down, 105 sub-stations (electricity distribution stations) have been affected, he said, adding 10,000 personnel have been rushed to the affected

A view of the damage caused by cyclone ‘Gaja’, after it hit Velankanni, in Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, Friday. ((PTI)

areas to repair them.

Ten out of 26 Combined Drinking Water Schemes in coastal districts have been set right and people were being provided drinking water. Over a lakh people had benefited by medical camps -to prevent epidemics- in affected regions, Palaniswami said, adding he would inspect the storm hit areas Sunday.

On complaints from people in cyclone hit districts that they did not get food, he said there was no such thing anywhere. Food was stocked in advance to make it available for people.

“District Collectors and ministers from the re-

spective districts are camping in affected areas and carrying out relief operations on a war footing.”

Milk was sought and it has been despatched, he said, adding five more ministers, including D Jayakumar, and R B Udaya Kumar, have been deputed to cyclone hit districts to oversee relief work.

The navy has also augmented the government’s relief efforts, with one helicopter sortie flown from INS Parundu, the Indian air naval station at Uchipuli in Ramanathapuram district, to assess the damage in and around Ramanathpuram.

Two ships “Chetlat” and “Cheriam” were divert-

Panchayat election phase-I: J&K records over 74 pc voting

Jaitley flays Andhra, Bengal on CBI move BHOPAL, NOV 17 (IANS): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Saturday flayed the Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal governments for withdrawing “general consent” to the CBI for raids and investigations in their states saying scams cannot be wiped off by such a decision. “We have a federal structure and under it the CBI was created initially for employees of the Central government and then to investigate very serious cases referred either by states or on court orders. Saradha and Naradha cannot be wiped off,” he said.

On Friday, the two state governments had withdrawn the consent to CBI, accusing the Centre of misusing the agency against the opposition parties.

Jammu/Srinagar, Nov 17 (PTI): Defying militant threats and boycott calls by separatists, 64.5% of electorate voted in the first phase of Panchayat elections in Kashmir while an impressive turnout of 79.5% was recorded in Jammu region on Saturday.

Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Shaleen Kabra said the state recorded 74.1% polling in the first phase of Panchayat elections Saturday held in 47 blocks, including 16 blocks in Kashmir, 21 in Jammu and 10 in Ladakh region.

Kabra said the polling passed off peacefully, except for minor clashes and stonepelting incidents in Mendhar in Poonch district.

Repolling has been ordered at a polling centre in Atholi in Kishtwar district due to technical snag, the official said.

The turnout in rural areas was significantly higher in Kashmir Valley unlike during the recent urban local bodies elections where barely four% of the electorate voted. Separatists who asked people to boycott the polls had called for a strike Saturday. Major regional parties -- the National Conference and the Peoples Democratic Party -- had decided not to participate in the local bodies polls.

As per officials, total polling percentage in Kashmir division was recorded 64.5% as 1.05 lakh of 1.63 lakh vot-

Ad guru Alyque Padamsee dies at 90

Tight security in Sabarimala temple; Ayyappa pilgrims, others hit by hartal

Alyque Padamsee

M U M BA I , N OV 1 7 (AGENCIES): Noted ad film maker and Padma Shri Alyque Padamsee died Saturday morning in Mumbai at the age of 90.

The ad man was the brain behind several iconic advertisement campaigns such as the Lalitaji for Surf, Cherry Charlie for Cherry Blossom Shoe Polish, the MRF Muscle Man, the Liril girl in the waterfall, the Kamasutra couple, Hamara Bajaj, the TV detective Karamchand, the Fair & Handsome brand, etc.

Following the news of his demise, President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narandra Modi and other extended condolences to the family of Padamsee.

Padamsee was born into a Khoja Muslim family from Gujarat’s Kutch region. He completed his education from Mumbai’s St. Xavier’s College.

Padamsee was also a prominent theatre personality. He went on to direct several big-budget and lavishly mounted drama productions such as ‘Evita’, ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’, ‘Tuglaq’ and ‘Broken Images’.

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SABRIMALA, NOV 17 (PTI): Amid tight security, thousands of pilgrims offered prayers at the Lord Ayyappa shrine early Saturday, the first day of Malayalam month ‘Vrischikom,’ even as a hartal against preventive detention of a right wing woman leader caught devotees unawares and disrupted life in Kerala.

T h e Tr ava n c o r e Devaswom Board, which manages the shrine, said it would move the Supreme Court Monday seeking more time to implement the apex court order allowing women of all age groups to pray at the temple.

The temple had opened Friday evening

ers exercised their franchise in the Valley on Saturday, they said. Giving details, they said Srinagar district recorded 21.8% followed by 30.14% in Budgam, 70% in Kupwara, 69.1% in Baramulla, 56.2% in Bandipora, 60% in Leh and 77.7% in Kargil. The total polling percentage in Jammu division was 79.5% as 2.35 lakh voters out of 2.95 lakh voted, they said.

I n Ja m mu r e g i o n , polling% in Kishtwar was recorded 74.1%, 78.9% in Rajouri, 78.7% in Poonch, 83.6% in Udhampur, 80.8% in Doda, 80% in Kathua and 78.2% in Ramban, they added. The officials said the total number of electorate in Kashmir was 1,35,774.

ed to Karaikal to assist state authorities in relief work, a defence release said.

Three ships at Chennai and two at Visakhapatnam were on stand by to augment relief efforts at short notice, it said.

The navy has also positioned a Dornier detachment at Arrakkonam, about 78 from Chennai, to facilitate damage assessment and any other assistance that may be needed.

The main opposition party DMK expressed grief over the loss of lives while PMK and a farmers’ body demanded adequate compensation to ryots, whose crops had been destroyed.

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for the two-month-long annual pilgrimage season as a stand-off continued over entry of menstrual age women into the shrine.

All regular pujas began this morning under the new Melshanti (chief priest) Vasudevan Nampoothiri’s supervision.

Pilgrims, including children, queued up in large numbers since the temple opened at 3 am.

Police is maintaining strict vigil in and around the temple complex and are using drones to monitor the movement of pilgrims at Nilackal, the base camp.

Elsewhere, life was disrupted following the dawn-to-dusk shutdown called by Hindu outfits

lin, in a tweet, claimed that 36 people have lost their lives in the cyclone and expressed his grief.

The leader of the opposition, who Saturday embarked on a tour of storm affected regions, said the cyclone has caused large-scale destruction in Cauvery delta districts like Tiruvarur.

He said the livelihood of the common people, including farmers and fishermen, had been severely hit.

PMK chief S Ra madoss demanded that the government declare Vedaranyam (Nagapattinam district), Mannargudi (Tiruvarur), and Pattukottai (Thanjavur) as disaster struck regions and implement rehabilitation schemes.

He wanted Rs 50,000 compensation for coconut trees as per a scheme announced by the government for acquiring land for Salem-Chennai expressway.

Tamil Nadu Vivasayigal Sangam, a CPI(M) affiliated farmers’ body, demanded a proper enumeration of losses to standing crops. A compensation of Rs 20,000 for a coconut tree, Rs 25,000 per acre for paddy, and Rs one lakh an acre for plantain were among its demands.

their beds and in sacks in one stroke.

“Something rankles them (Congress) in such a way that they are still not able to sleep...No one sitting here is crying. Only one family is crying,” Modi had said, while justifying demonetisation.

Congress President Rahul Gandhi addresses an election rally in Koriya, Chhattisgarh, Saturday. (PTI)

RAIPUR/DHAMTARI, NOV 17 (PTI): Congress president Rahul Gandhi Saturday promised to waive farm loans in Chhattisgarh within 10 days of assuming power in the state and said the money for it would come from the “likes of ” Vijay Mallya, Nirav Modi and Anil Ambani. Stepping up his attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over demonetisation ahead of the second and final phase of the Chhattisgarh polls, Gandhi alleged that Modi made the honest people suffer through the 2016 exercise, but spared the rich.

Addressing a poll rally in Koriya district, he alleged that the prime minister had waived loans worth Rs 3.5 lakh crore of a few rich people, but not those of the poor farmers.

“As soon as the Congress forms the government here, Modiji, you count 10 days. The Congress will

waive the loans of each farmer in Chhattisgarh within 10 days,” Gandhi said.

He claimed that BJP leaders used to question the previous Congress-led UPA government about the source of money for granting loan waiver.

“Modiji, the money for the loan waiver for Chhattisgarh’s farmers will come from the likes of Vijay Mallya, Nirav Modi, Anil Ambani...We will take their money and implement the loan waiver,” the Congress chief said.

He alleged that “liquor baron Mallya fled the country with Rs 10,000 crore of the banks, while Nirav Modi and Mehul Choksi fled with Rs 35,000 crore”.

Addressing a rally in Ambikapur, Modi had Friday claimed that the Congress was “worried” because he took away all the money its “minions and friends” had stashed under

Cong an ATM that dispenses false promises: Shah

BJP president Amit Shah launched a broadside against the Congress Saturday, terming the party an “ATM” that dispensed “false promises”, instead of development, when problems were inserted in it.

Addressing a rally here ahead of the second and final phase of the Chhattisgarh polls, Shah accused the Congress of not doing anything for the state (part of Madhya Pradesh earlier) during its 55-year rule.

He also lavished praise on the incumbent Raman Singh government for turning Chhattisgarh into a developed state from a “bimaru” (ailing or backward) one.

“The Congress is known for making false promises. I say this several times, the Congress is such an ATM that if you insert a problem in it, you do not get development in response, but false promises,” Shah told the gathering.

RLSP ultimatum to BJP over seat-sharing in Bihar PATNA, NOV 17 (IANS): Rashtriya Lok Samata Party (RLSP) chief and Union Minister Upendra Kushwaha on Saturday gave an ultimatum to the BJP to ensure by November 30 “respectful” seat-sharing in Bihar for the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.

Kushwaha said the RLSP has decided to reject the offer made to it in the seat-sharing formula finalised by the Bharatiya Janata Party for the ruling National Democratic Alliance.

“The BJP should decide a respectful seatsharing for the RLSP in the NDA for the 2019 Lok Sabha polls in Bihar by November 30,” Kushwaha told reporters here after the party’s executive meeting.

Kushwaha said that

Union minister and Rashtriya Lok Samata Party (RLSP) president Upendra Kushwaha at a press conference in Patna, Saturday. (PTI)

the party’s State Executive has rejected the offer of seats to the party by the BJP. However, he refused to reveal the number of seats offered by the BJP. Kushwaha also expressed unhappiness over

the failure of BJP president Amit Shah to meet him in Delhi.

“I have twice tried to meet Amit Shah to discuss a respectful seat-sharing in the NDA in Bihar. Even on Friday I waited to meet

him, but could not. I was not given time to meet Amit Shah.”

Kushwaha said that now he would not meet any BJP leader except Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the isue of seatsharing.

“I will not make any move on my part to discuss seat sharing. Now, the BJP will have to make a move for seat sharing with the RLSP.” He said that a delay in seat sharing will prove disastrous and costly for the NDA. “It will be harmful for the BJP.” Kushwaha alleged that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s Janata Dal-United (JD-U) has been trying to split the RLSP and destroy him politically.

over the preventive detention of Hindu Aikya Vedi state president K P Sasikala early Saturday.

Though shops and hotels were functioning in and around Sabarimala, pilgrims coming from faroff areas were put to hardship as food joints and petrol pumps had downed shutters.

DGP Loknath Behara met Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and briefed him about the law and order situation.

“Security arrangements are in place to ensure the safety of the devotees so that they can have a smooth darshan, keeping all rituals intact,” IGP Vijay Sakhare said.

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Free or fair

ach year on November 16, National Press Day is observed throughout the country to commemorate the establishment of the Press Council of India. Formed in 1966, the Press Council keeps a check on the quality of reportage provided by the Indian press. It also ensures that journalistic objectivity is not compromised due to “influence or threats of any extraneous factors”. On the occasion, a lot has been spoken about media as the fourth estate and journalists as watchdogs of society and government etc.

Also threats faced by journalists and media houses from anti-socials and vested interests would also find some mention. On the whole, the press in India is free- to write in any way desired to suit the needs or demands of powerful elements. Therefore, this raises the question then, of how free in the press in India?

According to The Press Freedom Index, India ranks 130 among 180 nations. Countries like the UK and the US are in the top 50 when it comes to press freedom.

Today the press in Indian is facing the same situation as in 1975-77 but in a totally different way. There is no government order on press censorship or openly targeting journalists or media houses considered hostile. The press in India is free yet fearful as it has seen how those who openly criticised the government have been shunted out of their positions or media houses put under probes or advertisements withdrawn from corporate houses as a favour to the powers that be.

For instance, the death of a judge in what seem to be mysterious circumstances, while presiding over a case against the second most powerful person in the country and which would be make prime-time television in a democracy was not a headline news.

Similarly, the allegations of corruption against the son of a powerful politician would have garnered media attention but it was barely mentioned. Even in the Rafale deal, media acted with undue restraint in covering the statements of Rahul Gandhi. His media briefings were buried in the inside pages and in insignificant spaces. The other clear evidence of threat on the media comes from Anil Ambani, who is at the centre of the Rafale storm. Following incisive coverage of the seemingly hand-in-glove dealings of Anil Ambani’s Reliance group with the Narendra Modi-led government, these suits were slapped on multiple media organisations, including NDTV for Rs 10,000 crore, the National Herald for Rs 5,000 crore and the latest target being the independent publication, The Citizen, for Rs 7,000 crore and several other politicians. The total amount of damages sought by the Anil Ambani company is a whopping Rs 72,000 crore for a meagre sum of Rs 75,000 as court fee per case. He has also issued a court ‘desist notice’ on all against making any statements on his involvement with the Rafale deal.

What is being witnessed is the wider climate of intolerance fostered by the combustible combination of distorted nationalism aided by state power. The Press Freedom Index Report mentions that extreme right wing elements are trying to purge all manifestations of ‘anti-national’ thought from the national debate, self-censorship is growing in the mainstream media.”

Thus, when the largest democracy in the world, and the oldest one in the Global South, displays authoritarian tendencies betraying the promise of its founding fathers, it has implications beyond India.

DailyDevotion The Eternal Goal

By Myself I have sworn, says the Lord, because you have done this thing…I will bless you…

—Genesis 22:16-17 Abraham, at this point, has reached where he is in touch with the very nature of God. He now understands the reality of God. My goal is God Himself…

At any cost, dear Lord, by any road.

“At any cost…by any road” means submitting to God’s way of bringing us to the goal.

There is no possibility of questioning God when He speaks, if He speaks to His own nature in me. Prompt obedience is the only result. When Jesus says, “Come,” I simply come; when He says, “Let go,” I let go; when He says, “Trust God in this matter,” I trust. This work of obedience is the evidence that the nature of God is in me.

God’s revelation of Himself to me is influenced by my character, not by God’s character. ’Tis because I am ordinary, Thy ways so often look ordinary to me.

It is through the discipline of obedience that I get to the place where Abraham was and I see who God is.

God will never be real to me until I come face to face with Him in Jesus Christ. Then I will know and can boldly proclaim, “In all the world, my God, there is none but Thee, there is none but Thee.”

The promises of God are of no value to us until, through obedience, we come to understand the nature of God. We may read some things in the Bible every day for a year and they may mean nothing to us. Then, because we have been obedient to God in some small detail, we suddenly see what God means and His nature is instantly opened up to us. “All the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen…” (2 Corinthians 1:20).

Our “Yes” must be born of obedience; when by obedience we ratify a promise of God by saying, “Amen,” or, “So be it.” That promise becomes ours.

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New technology is not good or evil in and of itself. It’s all about how people choose to use it. ~ David Wong

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Constraints on communication Nagas are united, not divided

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n mathematics, we studied constraints as a condition of an optimization problem that the solution must satisfy under equality, inequality and integer.

In communication, we found only one constraint nowadays that is call drop. The other day I was talking to my friend for which I made a five minutes call with five astounding call drops. There are too many call drops across India and Telecom operators asked consumers to pin it down.

One-and-a-half lakh grievances come every day to Telecom Department. Usually it faces no tower in remote villages, rural and border areas. But city dwellers are deeply sceptical about hung up situation very often. Shockingly our PM faced call drops recently in the capital and he pulled up the DoT for technological solutions on an urgent basis. It appeared that merger of Telcos, lack of investments in 2G and the surging usage of data were hurting the quality of services. 2G towers are phased out for 4G. Data (1300%) has currently grown at a quicker pace than to voice (40%).

Companies have failed to match growing consumer demand with adequate network capacities.

All the service providers Airtel, Vodafone-Idea and BSNL except Jio have failed to meet call drop benchmark in drive test either 3G or 2G network conducted

by TRAI on highways and rail routes recently.

Our infrastructure isn’t adequate with the spurt in traffic on networks. The menace of call drops in the North East is the worst sufferer. Should the department reach out to users for such capacity constraints? The Regulator has made it easier for people to port. But that will not suffice the cause. Should network providers be penalised increasingly? India’s digital initiative has been hampered by slow speed of network. Its download speed 6 mbps (actual experience could be much lower) is the slowest among 88 nations. Singapore is in top at 44 mbps. We are deprived of true implementation of IP Technology. Sooner first phase of 5G technology will succeed 4G by March 2019. We still got bottlenecked in voice spectrum

itself.

In late 80s, it was strenuous efforts to contact over phone. The postman was the messenger of God. I was telling to my daughter about my Graduation that came through a Telegram. I used to put effort in writing letter to mother where she was undergoing BT Education training at just 100 km away. To this young generation asked me what is a Post Card?

She can’t imagine a time where it took weeks, or even a fortnight to receive a letter. It’s insane! Those were the lost art of sending post nowadays. There was no electricity until middle school. During my ab-initio training at AF Station Jalahalli, I once reached home before the inland letter arrived.

It was exciting and the waiting time increases the anticipation.

In case you are wondering what the fuss is all about, it was the first call from our landline phone in 90s. I even once missed APSC Mains Examination as train took six days from Bangalore. Trains often got cancelled on weekends during late 80s. I feel embarrassed to say that I even missed a train as it was rescheduled a day before. Nowadays people can easily send or receive a message through app based social media.

Life did not come to us with ease on those days.

Prior to mobile network, Tele-printer and Telex are the only resources available for the print media. Interestingly, the communication tools from the BC era like postal system (2400 BC) and newspapers (59 BC) are still in use today. The other tools of last century namely 1800s Typewriter, Telegraph (1838), Telephone (1848), Radio (1896), Computer (1897) also have been improved over time.

IAF gave me the opportunity to work on Wireless Telegraphy i.e. Morse Code for transmitting and receiving messages through high-end Trans-Receiver. It is the most perfect invention of modern times. It was out of the dark ages after Delhi Asian Games 1982 that brought colour TV to India.

Television meant for one and only Doordarshan. DD Metro came later. The reforms of economic liberalisation in 1991 have greatly influenced India’s rise in Tele-

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trategies that animals like lions, tigers and penguins use to find food can put their own lives in danger, a study says.

According to researchers from the UK’s Swansea University, animals using a high-risk strategy to find rarer food are likely to become extinct as they fail to gather food for their young ones before they starve.

For example, lions and tigers have to search for long periods before they find prey, are more likely to fail to accrue the energy they need to breed, compared to animals that adopt a low-risk gambling strategy, like herbivores such as zebras.

“We know that animal populations across the world are taking a hit, with the most charismatic animals like lions and cheetahs being among the worst affected, but up until now it has not been clear why,” said Rory Wilson Professor from the varsity. The average time the young of each species can survive without food depends on their size (larger young ones can survive for longer) but newly hatched or newly born young of none of the species can live without food for more than a few days, the researchers explained.

For the study, published in the journal Current Biology, the team used animal-attached thumbnailsized electronic tags record the movement and measure food consumption in condors, cheetahs, penguins and sheep in Argentina, South Africa and Northern Ireland over a six-year period While the Magellanic penguins from Argentina finds fish easily, indicating that the odds are good for them, the African penguins, whose population has been declining in southern Africa for decades, have very poor odds for their food-finding stakes due to commercial fishing practices.

“When animals are taking rare prey anyway, even small changes in the ecosystem stemming from human activities can be the straw that breaks the camel’s back in terms of breeding success, and this seems to be the case for the African penguin, whose population is now just one per cent of what it was 100 years ago,” Wilson said.

The researchers hope that their model can be used to predict the fortunes of species across the globe, which could prove pivotal in helping to formulate conservation plans.

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communication. TV goes global by connecting Cable TV followed by private FM channel ‘Radio City’ in 2001. DTH technology came in 2003.

The vision of connecting India by DoT arrived in early 90s.

ISD, STD, PCO had given relief to millions of Indians by replacing trunk call or a telegram. Now PCO booth is a short lived yet very nostalgic industrial revolution in India. It was twelfth night by long queue at STD booth to avail the half rate. Motorola mobile 2G Networks reached India in 1995. We could make only half a minute ISD call to our brother who was studying medicine at Ukraine. I had to walk a few km in the night at Rann near Indo-Pak border to get the signal on mobile phone during my combatant task as air warrior. Nowadays satellite phones are being provided.

It declined to switch Android that made down fall to Nokia forever. Samsung capitalised the world market.

The early days of computer, networking and internet has been boosted up after 3G came in 2009.

Steve Jobs made IOS evolution of Apple. Social media platform have taken over the greetings card industry that Archie comes no longer. India goes online after revolutionary TD-LTE Technology 4G arrived in 2012. India’s e-commerce market has grown fourfold. All these things have changed after data war revolution initiated by JIO 4G networks.

The Make-in-India for Chinese mobile at subsidized price dominated Indian market. Desktop, Laptops are becoming obsolete by the era of optical and audio signals of Smartphone generation that has changed the world tremendously. After witnessing such rapid invention on Telecommunication, I begun to wonder what will be the next expansion for next generation.

Here I fondly recollect Mr Nazrul Rahman a retired ACS, who persuaded me to pen down a few lines of disrupting call on that fateful day. Hope tomorrow is going to be a special day and we would be able to sharpen our seamless connectivity without any constraint.

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aga National Council (NNC)’s declaration of Naga independence on August 14, 1947 and Naga national Plebiscite of May 16, 1951 were the pillars of the foundation of Naga independence history. They represented the climax of Naga unity in the history of Naga independence.

They are the living manifestations of that unity. Every Naga testify on those historic milestones even today. They are deeply ingrained in Naga hearts. None can eradicate sovereignty because it runs in Naga blood. The pillars remain unshaken. This is evident from the fact that, despite differences on practical approach, all accept August 14, 1947 declaration and Plebiscite 1951 mandate as the historical truth.

India tried to divide the Nagas by creating the state of Nagaland within her Union.

Statehood failed to eradicate Naga nationalism. In fact, statehood created a new internal security problem for India. Had the NNC been party to 16-point agreement, the entire political scenario would have been different. It would have put an end to Naga independence history.

Any other political uprising thereafter would have tantamount to secession. God saved the sovereignty of Nagaland.

After statehood, forces from within and without had been relentlessly working to project to the world that Nagas are divided. They cooked up the story of Naga disunity. They are always calling for Naga unity for solution, obviously a solution to self-created problems.

Those forces are working very hard to end Naga future in statehood. There had been intensive brain-wash indoctrination by those forces to remove all traces of Naga nationalism. Statehood created such mayhem that today; many people in contemporary times understand Naga independence from the limits of the tiny Nagaland State.

Such people look at Naga independence through the myopic prism of Nagaland state. They perceive the political history of Naga independence from the perspective of the aggressor

country. Many are forgetting the truth because they have been constantly fed with untruth by invasive propaganda campaign and indoctrination.

Statehood failed to bring permanent peace as expected and intended because that was not the future predestined for Nagas. The so-called Naga political problem was the byproduct of statehood. In the pre-statehood era, there was only the problem of external aggression. The core issue was and is to end that aggression.

Nagas should talk about this only in one voice. All other issues are incidental/ancillary.

Solution based on secondary issues will not bring lasting peace between India and Nagaland. Any misadventure will beget new problem(s). However, Nagas should not have any problem if the Government of India wants to find solution to self-created problems.

It will eradicate forces that are responsible for creating problems. It will be good both for Nagaland and India. Nagaland wants peace with India. Nagas want pleasant relationship with Indians.

The principle of Naga unity is sovereignty. Nagas should stay focussed on this only. It is a complete distortion to say that Nagas have disunity.

Nagas are united, both physically and politically. Physically, Naga inhabited lands were one contiguous territory from time immemorial. Politically, the Nagas unified for sovereignty.

Nagas have absolute political unity because there is no quarrel over the historic geopolitical foundation. Any quarrel outside the basic principle is petty in nature, inherent in all the nations. No power has erased the political history of Naga independence. This is the truth.

As long as the historical truth exists, Naga unity will exist.

Nagas should stop singing the tune of enemy on disunity and stand firm in the basic principle.

That is the best way forward.

(The views expressed here are personal and do not reflect the views of any organization in which, the writer may be a member) Dr. K. Hoshi, Phek Town

Under Harmanpreet Kaur’s captaincy, team India have a superb opportunity

or a country thats as cricket-crazy as India is, its amazing (read “really really unfortunate”), that the womens game, up until very recently, has got such little attention.

As I understood during the course of my countless interactions with women cricketers of our country across generations, more than anything else, it had truly been the lack of will and want on behalf of the various stakeholders of the sport, that kept the women’s game in oblivion for this long, more than anything else.

Diana Edulji, now member of the Committee of Administrators that runs Indian cricket, and former captain, recalls in my book “Free Hit: The Story of Women’s Cricket in India” how during the 2013 ICC women’s World Cup that was held in India, she’d seen a crowd of red T-shirts walking along Marine Drive, headed towards their hotel.

It was the Indian women’s cricket team, walking on the streets of Mumbai. They were not mobbed, as would have happened surely in the case of their male counterparts. In 2018, it’s impossible that a similar scenario will be repeated. And all it took for that to change was the team’s runners-up finish at the World Cup in England last year where they lost by an agonising nine runs.

This time around, at the T20 World Cup in the West Indies, Team India finds itself with yet another opportunity to create an impact and make a difference. India have never won a women’s World Cup, in any format. The closest

they’ve got is in the 50-over format in 2005 and 2017. This time around, under Harmanpreet Kaur’s captaincy, they have a superb opportunity to change that. The blinder she played against New Zealand gave India just the start they needed.

Now that the team has reached the semi-final, the going gets tough. T20 is a difficult format to predict, and teams need to stay switched on for all 40 overs, else you never know when you lose your grip over the game. That makes pretty much all top six teams favourites to win the title.

Australia, who have mastered this format better than the rest, and defending champions West Indies, who will be bolstered by the tremendous home support, will be the two big title favourites before the knock-outs begin.

India hasn’t made it to the semi-finals of the tournament in the last three editions (2012, 2014, 2016). They’ve changed that around already, and will be raring to take things forward from the last four. Coach Ramesh Powar, still relatively new in his job, has been speaking about putting pressure on players while training so as to help them avoid succumbing to it in match situations.

It’s heartening to see the amount of attention the team is getting. It would be interesting to see the viewership numbers from November 11, when the women’s team was playing Pakistan in the T20 World Cup, while our men were playing a dead rubber against West Indies. If one were to go by social media trends, the women walked

away as winners!

There is no doubt then that there is now a healthy appetite for women’s cricket in India. And while the limelight and attention on the national team is every bit derserved, it’s the domestic game that’s crying for attention. The BCCI’s revised contracts this year have made things marginally better for the girls, but it is only a tiny drop in the ocean. The first step towards growing any sport, irrespective of gender, is at the school level. It is here that those who care for the future of the sport need to invest in. They need to introduce it, nurture it, and keep it alive. The board (state boards as well) has also never been very proactive about tapping rural talent, an absolute need of the hour too.

That having been said, no change can happen and should be expected overnight.

Like the legendary Jhulan Goswami says, if you sow a seed today, you’re not going to wake up tomorrow morning and see it grow into a tree with fruits and flowers.

That seed has been sown by this absolutely gritty bunch of women a year back, and slowly, but surely, changes are visible, even if it’s just at the top for the moment -- pay hikes, a relatively improved calendar, and an effort to try and build a property like the hugely successful IPL for the women.

We called this book “Free Hit” because it best describes the condition Indian women’s cricket finds itself in at the moment. The girls are free, they are fearless and this time around, come what may, they’re going to remain unbeaten.

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It’s too damn hard driving around Dimapur because (many) people drive as if they are the only ones driving: “Turn left, turn right, who cares? I ain’t gonna make use of the indicators. I do things my way. Just gonna make a quick swerve like Tokyo Drift.” I think the Dimapur Traffic Police would do well to create a sensitization and awareness program. It would go a long way in preventing accidents, especially with Christmas and the New Year approaching.

Not making use of the indicators is a major problem in Dimapur, especially with the ever growing traffic. Also, it Apropos the article titled “NC acknowledges would be in everyone’s interest if ID checking is done in public support for centenary celebrations”, puborder to prevent underage from driving. Having said all lished November 17, the headline should read as that, “morom para signal use kuribi. Bishi thanks”.

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Stopped from visiting dispensary, PM Modi, Maldivian Prez Solih hold talks Arvind Kejriwal hits out at Khattar Vow renewal of close bilateral ties and friendship between the two countries

MALE, NOV 17 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi Saturday said he was looking forward to working closely with new Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih as both the leaders expressed confidence in the renewal of the close ties and friendship between the two countries, which was briefly interrupted by political turmoil in the Indian Ocean island nation.

Prime Minister Modi, the highest ranking leader to attend the 54-year-old veteran politician’s inauguration as the seventh president, met Solih soon after the ceremony at the national football stadium here and pledged all assistance to the strategicallylocated country’s endeavour to build a peaceful, democratic and prosperous country.

Seated between former presidents Maumoon Abdul Gayoom and Mohamed Nasheed, Prime Minister Modi embraced both leaders and was seen chatting with them. Former Sri Lankan president Chandrika Kumaratunga was also present.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi exchanges greetings with former Maldivian President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom during the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, in Male, Maldives, Saturday. (PTI)

Solih as the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party’s candidate had surprisingly defeated strongman Abdulla Yameen in the election held on September 23.

During the meeting, Modi and Solih agreed on the importance of maintaining peace and security in the Indian Ocean and being mindful of each other’s concerns and aspirations for the stability of the region, the joint state-

ment said.

The two leaders, while noting the resilience of the relations between India and the Maldives, expressed confidence in the renewal of the close bonds of cooperation and friendship with the election of Solih as the President of the Maldives.

The two leaders expressed their unwavering commitment and support for increased cooperation in combating terrorism both within the region and

elsewhere. President Solih also briefed Prime Minister Modi on the dire economic situation facing the country as he takes office.

The two leaders discussed ways in which India can continue development partnership, particularly to help the new government in meeting its pledges to the people of the Maldives.

President Solih highlighted the pressing need for increased housing and infrastructure development as well as for establishing water and sewerage systems in the outlying islands, the statement said.

Modi said that he is looking forward to working with Solih to strengthen bilateral relations between the two nations.

He assured Solih of India’s firm commitment in assisting the Maldives to achieve sustainable social and economic development. He also conveyed India’s readiness to extend help in every possible way and suggested that both sides should meet at the earliest to work out details as per requirements of the Maldives.

Prime Minister Modi

also welcomed the expanding opportunities for Indian companies to invest in the Maldives in different sectors for the mutual benefit of both countries.

Recognising that nationals of both countries travel extensively between the two countries, the leaders also agreed on the need for facilitating easier visa procedures.

Modi also interacted with leaders from the Maldives and other parts of the world during the oath taking ceremony.

On arrival in the Maldivian capital, Prime Minister Modi was given a red carpet welcome and was received by Maldives Parliament’s new Speaker Qasim Ibrahim.

This was Modi’s first visit to the Maldives as prime minister. The last visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Indian Ocean island nation was by Manmohan Singh in 2011. The visit emphasised India’s role as a reliable neighbour, supporting Maldives in its progress and security, Ministry of External Affairs spokesman Raveesh Kumar said.

PANIPAT, NOV 17 (PTI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Saturday said he was stopped by BJP activists from visiting a staterun dispensary at Karnal, and accused his counterpart Manohar Lal Khattar of “insulting” people of Haryana.

“On an invitation of villagers of Bal Pabhana in Karnal district, I had come to visit a dispensary. But the Haryana Police told me that the workers of BJP have blocked all the ways leading to the dispensary,” Kejriwal told reporters here.

“The sub divisional magistrate said they were helpless in removing them (workers) and I should return. It is saddening to note that the administration in Haryana is helpless before BJP workers,” he said.

The AAP leader said by stopping him, the Khattar government had “insulted not him, but the people of Haryana”.

Kejriwal was stopped at the Panipat toll plaza by police and requested not to proceed towards his destination.

The Delhi chief minister had recently written to Khattar, expressing his wish

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal address as his Dy CM Manish Sisodia looks on during the concert,” Awam ki Awaz” by vocalist TM Krishna at the Garden of Five Senses in New Delhi on Saturday. (PTI)

to inspect some government dispensaries of Haryana. He had also invited his counterpart to visit the ‘mohalla clinics’ set up by the AAP dispensation to check the “ground reality” of health institutions in the national capital.

Lambasting the Khattar dispensation, Kejriwal said, “The Haryana chief minister is well aware that the condition of hospitals and schools in Delhi is far better than that in Haryana”.

“It has been just three years of AAP government in Delhi, but we have completely changed the condition of hospitals and schools, which

has not only been acknowledged in the country but also in the world,” he said.

It has been four years of Khattar government in Haryana, and the condition of schools and hospitals is pitiable, the AAP leader said.

He alleged only AAP workers were stopped from raising the issues concerning farmers and infrastructure, but the same was not done with opposition INLD and Congress.

“With this incident, the countdown of Khattar government has begun. Khattar is scared, his days are numbered,” Kejriwal said.

Cong asks Goa gov Another CBI No proper mechanism for monitoring EC chief Rawat reviews poll officer for spl session to moves SC sexual harassment at workplace: NCW prove majority preparations in Rajasthan

Chief Election Commissioner O.P. Rawat with Election Commissioners Ashok Lavasa and Sunil Arora at a press conference in Jaipur, Saturday. (PTI)

Jaipur, Nov 17 (PTI) :Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) O P Rawat Saturday said the state election machinery has been directed to strictly ensure the implementation of the model code of conduct.

Rawat reviewed poll preparations in the state and held meetings with representatives of political parties to hear their concerns and suggestions.

He said the Election Commission has noted the concerns, complaints and suggestions of the political parties and has directed the state election machinery to resolve their issues.

Civil administration officials and police have been directed to strengthen security, including execution of non-bailable warrants and identifying antisocial elements, during the election time, he said.

The commission has also directed officials to take effective steps to prevent distribution of cash and gifts during the election period.

Officials have seized cash worth Rs 11.54 crore so far, Rawat said, adding that during the 2013 assembly polls, cash worth Rs 12.89 crore was seized.

“The chief secretary

and the director general of police have been directed to be stricter,” he said.

Apart from the cash, liquor worth Rs 3.50 crore and drugs worth Rs 2.76 crore have been seized along with 3,656 illegal arms. “With regard to the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP), Rajasthan has done very good work and the ECI is very much impressed,” he said.

Total electors in the state are 4.74 crore and polling will take place on December 7 on over 51,000 polling booths across the state.

NEW DELHI, NOV 17 (IANS): A senior Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officer Ashwini Kumar Gupta on Saturday moved the Supreme Court alleging that his repatriation to the Intelligence Bureau (IB) was done with malafide intention.

Gupta told the apex court that he was repatriated to his parent organisation IB on the ground that the order of his extension has not been received by the CBI. “No Objection Certificate” from the IB regarding the extension of tenure of Gupta had already been received by the CBI in June before expiry of the deputation period and was forwarded to the Department of Personnel and Training for their approval, he said.

“The repatriation order dated October 24 is vitiated by mala fide and interference in the fair and impartial investigation of the case and intended to penalise and victimise an officer for his honesty and integrity,” Gupta said in his plea.

Gupta has sought top court’s permission to intervene in the matter related to CBI Director Alok Verma challenging Centre’s decision divesting him of his charge as chief of the investigation agency.

NEW DELHI, NOV 17 (PTI): Some key issues identified in a consultation held by the National Commission of Women (NCW) on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act were that it was not clear on “prevention” and there was no authority to ensure a proper mechanism for monitoring its implementation.

Amid the #MeToo storm, the NCW had decided to take up the review of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 to examine whether its existing provisions require any amendments.

“In light of the commission receiving petitions from women explaining past experiences of sexual harassment at their workplaces, and also considering the recent spurt in sexual harassment reported in the media, it was decided to take up the review of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act,” the NCW said.

The consultation saw the participation of experts, including judges Sujata Manohar (retired), G Rohini (retired), Anuradha Paul, Assistant Solicitor General of India, Meghalaya and other stakeholders.

The experts held deliberations on the various

lacunae identified in the act and made recommendations for its proper implementation in addressing the issues of sexual harassment of women at all workplaces in the country.

The act is not clear on “prevention” and there is no authority to ensure a proper mechanism for monitoring its implementation are some of the key issues identified in a consultation, the statement said.

The consultation also expressed dissatisfaction with the composition of the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).

“Options available to the victim, if she is not satisfied with the process of inquiry and report by the ICC is not clearly defined in the act. Monitoring authority and appellate authority must be defined and established, like a nodal agency,” they recommended.

The conciliation clause in the act has to be reviewed and there is a lack of awareness among majority of the employees working both in organised and unorganised sector, it said.

The #MeToo move-

ment started with actor Tanushree Dutta accusing another actor Nana Patekar of harassing her during the shooting of a Bollywood film in 2008. Patekar has denied the allegations.

The movement intensified sharply as more and more women coming forward with their complaints against men in seats of power in various institutions, including in entertainment, media and advertising.

Journalist-turned-politician M J Akbar had to resign as the minister of state for external affairs following a spate of complaints of alleged sexual harassment during his tenure as editor of various media publications.

He has denied the allegations and has even dragged one of the complainants to court with a defamation case.

Other prominent personalities who have been accused of sexual misconduct include Subhash Ghai, Sajid Khan, Alok Nath, Suhel Seth and Jatin Das, all of whom have denied the allegations even as multiple women have spoken out against them.

PANAJI, NOV 17 (PTI): The Congress demanded Saturday that Goa governor Mridula Sinha summon a special session of the legislative assembly and ask the BJP-led coalition government to prove its majority.

The Congress has been claiming that the state government is in disarray in absence of Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar from office on account of medical reasons.

Addressing reporters here, Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Singh Surjewala said the party would raise this issue during the upcoming winter session of Parliament and also before President Ram Nath Kovind.

The Congress had submitted representations to the president and the Goa governor, claiming that the party had requisite number of MLAs to prove majority in the 40-member House.

“Goa is a classic case of fraud being played on the people of Goa by the governor and the BJP at Centre,” Surjewala said.

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C H E N NA I , N OV 1 7 (IANS): India’s latest communication satellite GSat29 was successfully pushed up to its intended orbit during its third orbit raising activity, said a top official of ISRO on Saturday.

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The minister said demonetisation has increased the tax return filings and also increased the revenue of the states and the Centre immensely. Congress president Rahul Gandhi on

San Francisco, Nov 17 (IANS): Facebook investors have increased pressure on Chairman and CEO Mark Zuckerberg to step down after a New York Times investigation suggested that the social network hired a Republican-owned political consulting and PR firm that “dug up dirt on its competitors”.

According to a report in The Guardian on Saturday, Jonas Kron, Senior Vice President at Trillium Asset Management which owns a substantial stake in Facebook, “called on Zuckerberg to step down as board chairman in the wake of the report”. “Facebook is behaving like it’s a special snowflake. It’s not. It is a company and companies need to have a separation of chair and CEO,” Kron was quoted as saying.

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Bhopal, Nov 17 (PTI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley Saturday defended demonetisation, saying it was a “highly ethical” move and not a political one. His statement comes a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi engaged in a war of words during the respective election rallies over the decision suddenly announced in November 2016 to junk a bulk of the currency in circulation.

“It was a highly ethical move,” Jaitley told reporters here in response to a query over demonetisation. “It was not a political move.”

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ver gained 0.84 per cent to USD 14.49 an ounce in New York on Friday.

In the national capital, gold of 99.9 per cent and 99.5 per cent purity traded higher by Rs 135 each to Rs 32,150 and Rs 32,000 per 10 grams, respectively. The precious metal had tumbled Rs 235 Friday.

Sovereign, however, remained steady at Rs 24,800 per piece of 8 grams.

In line with gold, silver ready rose by Rs 250 to Rs 38,150 per kg and weeklybased delivery jumped Rs 205 to Rs 37,023 per kg.

On the other hand, silver coins remained flat at Rs 73,000 for buying and Rs 74,000 for selling of 100 pieces.

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by Rs 135 to Rs 32,150 per 10 grams at the bullion market Saturday on wedding season demand amid a firm trend overseas.

Silver also traded higher by Rs 250 to Rs 38,150 per kg on the back of increased offtake by industrial units.

Traders said besides increased buying by jewellers in the wedding season, a firm trend in the overseas market, where weakness in the dollar raised the precious metal’s safe-haven appeal, pushed gold prices higher.

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Stating that there are ‘legacy’ issues around the carrier which government is trying to resolve, he said Air India is burdened with debt, which is clearly unsustainable.

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This problem can only be addressed by taking away the debt burden from the airline and keep sustainable debt level, he said adding any airline with such a massive debt will not be able to fly.

He said that Air India has good footprint globally which is probably the largest and better than any other domestic airline.

“You can make money on operative level. So you need to take the financial cost away. And this has not happened in the last four years. This has happened previously,” he added.

On the new draft ecommerce policy, Prabhu, who is also the commerce minister said Mumbai, the country wants to protect the interests of domestic e-commerce companies in face of competition from “monopolistic” play by some global giants.

He also said a draft of the e-commerce policy is almost ready and now with the department of industrial policy and promotion.

New Delhi, Nov 17 (PTI): Showering praise on Finance Secretary Hasmukh Adhia, who retires on November 30, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley Saturday said he was a no-nonsense civil servant who performed his job with professionalism.

In a Facebook post titled ‘Dr. Hasmukh Adhia retires’, Jaitley said “he was unquestionably a highly competent, disciplined, nononsense civil servant and of course, with impeccable integrity.” His only diversion from his duties was his passion for spirituality and yoga, he added.

Jaitley also said the government wanted to use the outgoing Finance Secretary’s capability and experience in some alternate capacity. “He (Adhia) had informed me earlier this year that he would not work for a single day after the 30th of November 2018. His time thereafter belongs to his favourite passion and of course his son,” Jaitley wrote. Adhia, a 1981-batch Gujarat cadre officer of the Indian Administrative Services (IAS), moved to Delhi in November 2014 as secretary in the Department of Financial Services after Narendra Modi became the Prime Minister.Giving credit to Adhia for implementing GST, Jaitley said, “It was his

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Mumbai, Nov 17 (PTI): Admitting that the attempt to privatise the loss-making Air India was ill-timed, aviation minister Suresh Prabhu Friday said the airline cannot make profit unless the issues around its high financial cost are dealt with.

Notably, government failed to get a suitor for the flag carrier early this year after working on the plan for nearly a year.

“Basically the timing (of Air India privatisation) was wrong. That is the time when the global airline industry was also not doing well,” Prabhu said at an award function organized by news portal Moneycontrol here late this evening.

He also said the airline cannot make profit unless “we deal with this financial cost problem.”

The minister, however, said for the first time government “sincerely and genuinely” tried to offer Air India ownership to private players.

“First time we made serious efforts to sell it in a transparent manner. There was a lot of discussion with a lot of stakeholders but the stake sale did not go

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Saudi Prince ordered Khashoggi’s killing: CIA

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nist for The Washington Post and also former Saudi royal insider who became a critic of the country’s government, went missing on October 2 after he visited the Saudi consulate in Istanbul to obtain papers for his upcoming marriage.

The Saudi government offered changing explanations for Khashoggi’s disappearance.

Included in the US intelligence analysed by the CIA was a phone call the Crown Prince’s brother Khalid bin Salman made to Khashoggi, encouraging the journalist to make the trip to the consulate to get the documents, according to The Washington Post.

Sources told the Post that Khalid made the call at his brother’s command.

Khalid denied the

Post’s reporting, saying on Twitter that he had never spoken to Khashoggi by phone.

“I never talked to him by phone and certainly never suggested he go to Turkey for any reason. I ask the US government to release any information regarding this claim,” Khalid said on Friday. He said the last contact he’d had with Khashoggi was via text in October 2017.

Fa t i m a h B a e s h e n , a spokeswoman for the Saudi Embassy in Washington, told the Post that Khalid, who is the Saudi ambassador to the US, and Khashoggi never discussed “anything related to going to Turkey”.

The CIA also examined an audio recording from inside the Saudi consulate provided by Turkey and a phone call placed from inside the consulate after Khashoggi was killed.

The location of Khashoggi’s remains remain unknown.

US President Donald Trump’s administration on Thursday imposed penalties on 17 individuals over their alleged roles in the killing of Khashoggi, CNN said.

Colombo, Nov 17 (AFP): Ibrahim Mohamed Solih was inaugurated Saturday as the new president of the Maldives after the opposition united to dislodge pro-China strongman leader Abdulla Yameen in September elections.

Solih, 54, emerged as common opposition candidate as all key dissidents were either jailed or forced into exile by Yameen who took power following a controversial run-off in 2013.

At a special session of parliament held at the National Football Stadium in the capital Male, Solih was sworn in with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi among those in attendance.

The Maldives foreign ministry said China’s culture minister Luo Shugang was also an invitee.

Modi’s presence was a reflection of the relief felt in India, which has long held sway in the archipelago, and in the West that Yameen was voted out.

The United States and the European Union had threatened sanctions if the vote had not been free and fair.

Both neighbouring India and Western nations

watched with concern as Yameen moved closer to Beijing which loaned the strategically placed archipelago millions of dollars for infrastructure.

“I am confident that my visit will herald a new era of even closer exchanges and cooperation between our two countries,” Modi said on Facebook, especially in “infrastructure, health care, connectivity and human resource development.”

Solih’s Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) has pledged to end what it called “China’s colonialism” and to resist a “land grab” in the country which straddles key East-West shipping routes.

MDP leader and former president Mohamed Nasheed has vowed his party would reduce reliance on China and renegotiate millions of dollars in loans taken from Beijing.

More than 80 percent the Maldives foreign debt is owed to China, he said.

China has also loaned other countries around the Indian Ocean and beyond large amounts of money for infrastructure projects as part of Beijing’s Belt and Road Initiative, alarming the West.

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Port Moresby, Nov 1 7 ( IANS ) : Ta k i n g a veiled swipe at the US, Chinese President Xi Jinping said here on Saturday that countries which embrace protectionism are “doomed to failure” and a trade war will have no winners.

“History has shown that in confrontation, whether in the form of a cold war, a hot war or a trade war, will produce no winners,” Xi said in a speech at the Asia-Pacific Cooperation Forum (APEC) CEO summit in the Papua New Guinea capital city.

US Vice-President Mike Pence later said he was prepared to “more than double” the tariffs imposed on Chinese goods.

China and the US, the world’s two largest economies, have been engaged in a tit-for-tat trade war this year. The White House said its tariffs were a response to Beijing’s “unfair” trade policies.

Speaking at the event, Xi said that the world needs common rules of global governance that do not respond to selfish agendas and added that only openness as well as cooperation can bring more opportunities and create more space for de-

Trump seeks ‘decorum’ from reporters in White House ple have to behave and they have to do -- we’re writing up rules and regulations to make our position”.

The press pass of Acosta, CNN’s White House Correspondent, was suspended last week after an altercation he had with President Donald Trump during a news conference.

The White House had accused him of placing his hand on an intern. Acosta and the CNN has denied the allegations.

White House temporarily reinstated Acosta’s press pass. Soonafter, the CNN correspondent was back on the White House grounds for his daily reporting.

Trump warned that reporters if they don’t listen to the rules and regulations, “we’ll end up back in court” and he will win.

“But more importantly, we’ll just leave. And then you won’t be very happy because we do get good

rating,” he said.

Responding to a question, Trump said he wants reporters to maintain decorum in the White House.

“Decorum. You can’t take three questions and four questions and just stand up and not sit down.

Decorum -- you have to practice decorum.

“We want total freedom of the press. That’s very important to me. It’s more important to me than anybody would believe. But

you have to act with respect.

You’re in the White House.

When I see the way some of my people get treated at press conferences, it’s terrible,” said the US President.

As such, Trump said, his administration is setting up a certain standard in this regard. This is what the court is requesting. “And always freedom of the press, always First Amendment, but that’s the way it is,” he reiterated.

“We always have the option of just leaving. We feel that things aren’t being treated properly, that people aren’t being treated properly, we always have the right to leave.

“I think the other media, the other press in the room will not be very happy if that happens. But I’ve instructed my people, when they’re not treated properly, you have the right to just leave any time you want,” Trump added.

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The All Nagaland Hindi Teachers Union (ANHTU) is going to celebrate its 25 years of Silver Jubilee on 22nd Nov. 2018 at Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima at 11:00 A.M. Shri. P.B. Acharya, His Excellency, Governor of Nagaland will be the Key Note Speaker and Shri. Menukhol John, Principal Secretary will be the Guest Speaker. All Nagaland Hindi Teachers are requested to attend the programme.

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The THURUTSUSWUMI WELFARE UNION, KOHIMA (T.W.U.K) and THURUTSUSWUMI WOMEN FELLOWSHIP, KOHIMA. (T.W.F.K) has vehemently condemned the heinous crime and brutal murder of our daughter Thejasenuo, a student of class 6 by a 14 year old boy on 13th November 2018 at Dr. Neilhouzhü Kire Government Higher Secondary under construction School Building, Seikhazou, D.Khel Kohima.

In a joint press release, the Union appeals the Law enforcing agency to award severest punishment to the murderer as per relevant provisions of the Law. While condemning the terrible crime, the Union invites all right thinking citizens to condemn the murderer, as such a devilish mind should not exist in a civilized society in future.

The Union demands the responsible authority, in no way to grant bail to the murderer, until justice is delivered to the deceased.

The Union further conveys deepest condolences to the bereaved family.

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The Mokokchung District G.B. Association (MDGBA) appreciates the N.G.B.F for working tirelessly towards the peace process between the GOI and the Naga Political Groups and also bringing to the mainstream the NSCN (K) led by Khango Konyak into the peace process. It is our humble appeal to the GOI and the Naga political groups to resume the peace talk and bring out an amicable solution at the earliest which will be acceptable by one and all.

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MEKOKLA EKHUNG WOKHA TOWN FELICITATION

With immense joy and glory to Almighty God the Mekokla Ekhung Wokha Town convey our heartiest congratulations to Rev. Khonbemo P Kikon for being ordained as Reverend by LBES. The Ekhung prays that God continue to bless and guide him in the Ministry of God. Mhonbemo Ezung Rhonathung Kikon General Secy, MEWT Chairman, MEWT

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7 killed as quakes, landslides hit Indonesia J a k a rt a , N ov 1 7 (IANS): Seven people were killed and more than 8,000 others fled their homes as landslides and quakes struck Indonesia’s West Sulawesi province, officials said on Saturday. The victims died during evacuation, Pasamboan Pangloli, head of rehabilitation and reconstruction unit of the disaster management agency in the district, told Xinhua news agency.

The landslides also buried at least 8 houses in the district, the official said.

More than 8,000 people fled their homes and were taking shelters as several moderate quakes with magnitudes from 5.1 to 5.5 struck the district in the past few days, said Pangloli.

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The Tangjen Shakojong Phang with immense pride and joy would like to congratulate Ms. Pongman N Phom, D/o Mr. C. Ngamphü Phom of Bhumnyu Village for securing the Post of Sectional Officer (S.O II) under the Department of Chief Engineer, Water Resources Examination 2018.

Your earnest spirit, hard work and success has set a bench mark for the younger generation and brought laurels to our Clan and Village in particular. May God bless you in abundance as you take up your new position and responsibility.

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2 killed, 10 injured in Karachi blast K a r a c h i , N ov 1 7 (Agencies): At least two persons were killed and 10 reported wounded in an explosion at a place under Quaidabad flyover on Friday night.

SSP Malir Irfan Bahadur said the blast took place under the Quaidabad flyover near a crowded area of the locality. He said the police were yet to ascertain the exact nature and cause of the explosion.

Ten injured of the blast were shifted to Jinnah Hospital. Dr Seemi Jamali at the Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre confirmed the death toll. She said that five wounded persons were in critical condition at the hospital. Power supply to the surrounding areas was disrupted following the powerful explosion.

The blast took place at a crowded place where several vendors set up their stalls.

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“Disagreements should be resolved through dialogue and consultation, rather than trying to form ‘exclusive blocs’ or ‘impose criteria on other countries’.”

Xi further said that “attempts to erect barriers and cut close economic ties work against the laws of economics and the trends of history”.

“This is a shortsighted approach and it is doomed to failure,” he added, warning that those who close their doors “will only cut himself off from the rest of the world and lose his direction”.

But Pence -- who spoke at the forum directly after Xi -- said the tariffs were a response to the “imbalance” with China.

“The US, though, will

not change course until China changes its ways,” he said.

The APEC forum was founded in 1989, accounts for 59 per cent of global GDP, forms a market of 2.85 billion consumers -around 40 per cent of the world population -- and aims to establish a free trade zone among the 21 member economies by 2020.

This year’s summit hopes to speed up the implementation of a number of free-trade agreements, in the face of growing trade tensions between China and the US. The trade dispute began when the administration of US President Donald Trump imposed tariffs worth $250 billion on imports from China and Beijing responded by imposing tariffs worth $110 billion on imports from Washington.

Pence’s remarks came a day after Trump told reporters he was confident a deal between China and the US “will be made”.

However, he said a number of key issues had not been included on a list for negotiation ahead of December’s G20 summit in Argentina, meaning it was “not acceptable” yet to the President.

FELICITATION

"The Dimapur Sakshi Union with immense pride and honour extend our heartiest congratulations to the following persons for their outstanding achievements and bringing laurels to the Union.

1. Dr. L. YINGLI SEMDOK, Son of Er. T.L. SEMDOK for successfully completing MBBS from MLB Medical College, Jhansi U.P. 2. Er. L. CHOIMEI SEMDOK, Daughter of Er. T.L SEMDOK for successfully completing Civil Engineering, first class with Distinction from Sam Higgin Bottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Science, Allahabad.

3. Mr. Moba Shamdok, Son of Lt. Metpong Phom for successfully completing Class-A Instructor from TaekwonDo Association of India (ITF), Delhi.

The Union wishes and prays that Almighty God continues to bless and guide you towards greater achievements in your future endeavors"

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Washington, Nov 17 (PTI): US President Donald Trump sought “decorum” from White House reporters and asserted that he wants total freedom of press.

His statement came after a federal US court ordered the White House to immediately reinstate the press credentials of CNN’s correspondent Jim Acosta in a ruling seen as a major victory for mediapersons.

Trump said: “Just peo-

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Washington, Nov 17 (IANS): The CIA has concluded that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman personally ordered the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, despite the Saudi government’s denials that the de facto ruler was involved, according to a senior US official.

The official told CNN on Friday the conclusion was based on a recording provided by the Turkish government and other evidence, including American intelligence.

Investigators also believed that an operation such as the one that ended in Khashoggi’s death would not have happened without Salman’s knowledge given his control of the government, the official said.

Reacting to the development, a Saudi Embassy spokeswoman said that “the claims in this purported assessment are false. We have and continue to hear various theories without seeing the primary basis for these speculations”.

The Central Intelligence Agency is yet to make an official announcement.

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because of its difficult and remote geographical location and ethnicity.

She said its administration over the years prior to independence up to the grant of statehood had been unique, and much different compared to other provinces within the state.

U n f o r t u n a t e l y, growth, development and upliftment of eastern society has somehow not kept pace with other districts, Ayong lamented.

She said creating a platform for women would enable them to step forward and build confidence to compete with others and get equal opportunities to harness their skills and potential.

With this aim, she said, ENWO had taken the initiative to organise the beauty pageant for the six major tribes to

provide requisite impetus to its objectives and to empower its women to get equal opportunities to represent their talents and skills, both at the state and national levels.

Easter n Nagaland Women Organisation officials also reported that Indian model, VJ and a fashion choreographer, Alesia Raut will be the official ramp walk trainer and also the curator of the event while actor, Siddhaanth Surryavanshi will be the host of the show.

The judges will be sr. scientist and head of Krishi Vigyan Kendra Tuensang, Dr. Keviletsu Khate; SDO(C) Tuensang, Ajit Kumar Verma; SP Tuensang, Bharat Laxman Markat; assistant professor Sao Chang College, Temjentula; and staff officer H.Q 7 sector Assam Rifles, Major Madhvi

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Miss Easter n Nagaland 2018 winner and runner ups will walk away with cash prizes of Rs. 50,000, Rs. 30,000 and Rs. 20,000 each with gift hampers.

The organizers have also set six sub titles for the contestants: Miss Talent, Miss Congeniality, Miss Perfect 10, Miss Photogenic, Miss Ramp Walk, and Miss Ethnic.

The organizers added that 16 participants from the six tribes will be taking part in the event.

President Organizing Committee Yangnok Sangtam, secretary organizing committee Supou Khiam, general secretary ENWO, Ruthsan Yim and finance secretary organizing committee, Phangnon Konyak, was also present at the press briefing.

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pholding its objective to promote progress and prosperity, social and economic upliftment through participatory approaches, justice for women against all forms of discrimination and protect rights and liberty of women in society, Eastern Nagaland Women Organisation (ENWO) will be organizing Miss Eastern Nagaland-2018 in Tuensang on November 30.

The beauty pageant will be organized under the theme “Every woman a Queen� to imbibe confidence in women to step forward.

Briefing media persons on the event in Kohima, Saturday afternoon, ENWO president Ayong Chang highlighted the objective of ENWO and said Eastern Nagaland has had a very unique history

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Rain halts England victory charge against SL Pungro Area VGs sports held

Pallekele, Nov 17 (Agencies): Spinners led by Jack Leach helped England close in on a seriesclinching victory after Sri Lanka lost a fighting Angelo Mathews for 88 in the second Test on Saturday before rain stopped play.

Moeen Ali trapped Mathews lbw in the first over after tea to end the senior batsman’s solid resistance that had kept alive Sri Lanka’s hopes of chasing down a target of 301.

Leach struck soon to get Dilruwan Perera for one when torrential rain halted proceedings for the day with Sri Lanka on 226 for seven in Kandy.

The hosts, who trail the England celebrate the crucial wicket of Sri Lanka’s Dimuth Karunaratne for 57 in three-match series 0-1, need Pallekele. another 75 to win with three

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L o n d o n, N ov 1 7 (Agencies): Ivan Rakitic will miss Croatia’s crunch UEFA Nations League clash against England on Sunday with injury, manager Zlatko Dalic has confirmed.

The Barcelona midfielder played 68 minutes of Croatia’s 3-2 win over Spain on Thursday, which has set up a winner-takes-all match at Wembley against England. The victor will reach the semi-finals of the Nations League, but Croatia will have to make do without one of their key players.

Dalic said, “He will go to Barcelona, it’s a serious injury. You know that I usually take no risk. If there is a doubt that the injury could be serious, then we let him rest. We want healthy players and Ivan in this moment is not 100 per cent ready.

Unfortunately, we are going to play without him.”

Rakitic has 102 caps for Croatia, but Dalic was in no mood to bemoan the absence of such an experienced player.

“We will see who will replace him. We have (Mateo) Kovacic, we have (Josip) Brekalo, we have (Milan) Badelj,” Dalic said.

There is always a solution and we should stop whining about someone who’s not going to be there. We will find a solution and we are going to Wembley to enjoy football.”

wickets and three sessions in hand. Niroshan Dickwella was batting on 27 when play was stopped.

Leach has claimed four wickets with his left-arm orthodox spin while Ali has taken two on a turning pitch.

Mathews, who hit his third half-century of the series, took crease with Sri Lanka on a shaky 26-3.

The former captain played a gritty innings that lasted 137 deliveries and also built crucial partnerships.

His 73-run fifth wicket stand with Roshen Silva (37) frustrated the English spinners in the afternoon session. Ali had Silva caught behind with a faint edge.

The umpire had given Silva

not out before England successfully reviewed the decision in their favour.

Leach had rattled the Sri Lankan top-order with three early wickets after the tourists were bowled out for 346 in the morning session.

Left-handed opener Dimuth Karunaratne then put on 77 runs with Mathews before falling to Adil Rashid for 57.

England, who had resumed the day on 324-9, stretched their second innings lead to 300 with overnight batsman Ben Foakes hitting an unbeaten 65.

Foakes, who hit a ton on debut in Galle, added 14 to his overnight 51 and shared 41 runs for the last wicket with James Anderson (12).

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We the bereaved family members of Late A. Shamle Phom would like to convey our sincere gratitude to all who stood by us and supported us with prayer, physically, materially and financially during the time of his illness till his demise on 3rd Nov 2018.

We convey special thanks to :1. Doctors and Nurses, Civil Hospital Longleng.

2. Doctors and Nurses, Kohima Hospital, Kohima.

3. Doctors and Nurses, Ayursundra Super speciality Hospital, Guwahati.

4. Zion Hospital, Doctors and Nurses.

5. Pongching Union, Dimapur and Kohima.

6. Pongching Students’ Union, Kohima.

7. Pongching/Mongtikang Union, Longleng.

8. Ao Baptist Church, Bavayü Sector, Kohima.

9. Ao Baptist Church, Longleng.

10. Longleng Town Baptist Church.

11. Phom Baptist Attoi, Changtongya.

12. Phom Students Conference.

13. URA Villa, Dimapur.

14. Bahok Ward, Longleng.

15. Officer & Staff, Works and Housing Dept. (Works Branch) Nagaland Civil Sectt.

16. Pongo Govt. High School, Staff and Students.

17. Pongo Village Council.

18. Longleng Town Students’ Union.

19. Phom Gazetted Officer’ Association (PGOA).

20. ANSEOA, Longleng Unit.

21. Pongching Village Council.

22. Shri. Pangnyü, Minister of Health & Family Welfare.

23. Shri. Nganlang Phom, MLA. 24. Rev. L. Anjo Keikung.

25. Mr & Mrs Pongshi, 1st Class Contractor.

26. Mr & Mrs Yongjang, DAO Longleng.

27. Mr & Mrs H.T. Yanger Phom, SDO, DUDA Kohima.

28. Mr & Mrs Pangan, SDO Alichen.

29. Er L. Semdok.

30. Mr & Mrs Namchei, BDO Mankolemba.

31. Mr & Mrs Chuba, JAO. 32. Mr & Mrs Y.B Angam.

33. Mr & Mrs Longra.

34. Mr & Mrs Rajesh Thakkur.

35. Mrs. Ashom Tia, Dimapur.

36. Mr & Mrs. Bukshi.

37. Mr & Mrs. Leekei.

We regret our inability to thank each and every individual, but it is our humble and sincere prayer that the Almighty God continue to bless you all abundantly.

Loving Wife, Children and Family Members.

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D i m a p u r , N ov 1 7 (NPN): The 4th edition of Pungro Area Village Guards sports meet 2018 was held from November 14-16 at Pungro town under the theme, ‘Unity through Sports’. E.Wanmei Konyak, Deputy Commandant, VG Kiphire graced the opening ceremony as the chief guest.

Moya VGs emerged the champions for the third consecutive time and walked away with a cash prize of Rs. 30,000. Penkim VGs ended their campaign as the runners-up and was awarded a

1st Death Anniversary

IN LOVING REMEMBERANCE OF OUR BELOVED

LATE YEHOVI CHOPHY

The life of the dead is placed in the heart of living. Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. unseen, unheard, but always near; still loved, still missed and very dear.

We know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death.

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We, the family of LT. RISHIKESH KEMPRAI, would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all those who stood by us spiritually, materially and financially during the brief illness and sudden demise of our beloved father on 9th Nov. 2018 We sincerely convey our special thanks to : 1) Darogajan Village 01/03/1969 2) Bamunpukhuri I & II Village 09/11/2018 2) Dhansiripar Village 3) Power Grid Department We deeply regret our inability to thank each and everyone individually. May God bless you all abundantly.

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Words are inadequate to express our sincere gratitude to all those who stood by us during the prolonged illness and sad demise of our beloved father Mr. T. Ali Jamir (Khar) who left for his Heavenly abode on 10th of Nov 2018. Though we could not thank each and every individual personally, we hope and pray that Almighty God bless everyone abundantly.

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Born : 15.7.1974 – Died : 8.11.2018 We, the bereaved family members of Late Chubalemba Lemtur (Waromung) would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the individuals, friends, neighbours, relatives, Churches, organizations and well-wishers who stood by us spiritually, physically and financially during his brief illness and sad demise.

We convey our special thanks to Doctors and Nurses of Bethel Medical Center, Kohima.

Although we are unable to thank everyone individually, your kind deeds shall always be remembered and it is our sincere and humble prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We, the bereaved family members of Lt. ZUCHANBEMO PATTON (son of Janbemo Patton) would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all friends, communities, neighbours and colony, individuals and groups who stood and supported us physically, morally, financially and in prayer during our grief and deep sorrow. We convey our special thanks to: 1. Lotha Baptist Church, Purana Bazaar, Dimapur.

2. Riphyim Yanhen Baptist Ekhumkho.

3. V i c t o r y N a g a m e s e C h u r c h Padumpukhuri, Dimapur.

4. Eralibill Village, Dimapur.

5. Commissioner of Police and Staff, Dimapur.

6. Principal & Staff, Students of Greenwood School, Dimapur.

7. Principal & Staff, Students of St. Mary Hr. Sec. School, Padumpukhuri.

8. Chairman and Council Members Eralibill/Padumpukhuri 9. Pvusheni Group, Padumpukhuri.

10. Rongdongro SHG. 11. Dimapur Riphyim Union.

12. DEEDA Lotha Ekhung, Dimapur.

13. Yankho Ekhum, Padumphukhuri.

14. Auto Union, Padumphukhuri, Dimapur.

We deeply regret our inability to sincerely acknowledge each and every individual person. But it is our humble prayer that our good Lord bless you all abundantly for your kind deeds.

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cash prize of Rs. 20,000. In individual awards, Tsakekhiung (VG Moya) was adjudged the best player and Hankiumong (VG Penkim) was named the best lifter.

Phuvkiu VG was named the best disciplined team.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commandant stressed on the importance of conducting these events as it helps the personals to work out extensively.

Zakabo V Rotoka, ADC Pungro and Yankiumong, Jamadar, VG also spoke at the inaugural programme.

BORN ON 07/10/1950 – DIED ON 12/11/2018 We the bereaved family members of Lt. Suraj Sundas, would like to extend our heartfelt and sincere gratitude to all individuals churches, neighbours, friends and well wishers who stood by us morally, physically, financially and spiritually and comforted us during our grief.

We regret our inability to thank each one personally but pray that God bless you abundantly.

We would like to convey our special thanks to :1. Nagamese Church Naga Bazaar, Kohima.

2. Naga Bazaar Baptist Church (Upper and Lower).

3. Nepali Baptist Church, Midland.

4. Prayer Ministry Nagamese Church Naga Bazaar, Kohima.

5. Doctor, Nurses and Staff, Kohima Naga Bazaar.

6. M.D Principal, Staff and Students of Fernwood School, Kohima.

7. Staff and Students of NBBS Naga Bazaar, Kohima.

8. Naga Bazaar Panchayat.

9. Kohima Damai Kalyan Samaj.

10. Mr. and Mrs. Kedo Wetsa and Family.

11. Neighbours and Friends.

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Rooney targets coaching role L o n d o n, N ov 1 7 ( Ag e n c i e s ) : Way n e Rooney has revealed he wants to move into management or coaching once he brings his playing career to an end.

The 33-year-old is currently playing for DC United in MLS, where he says he will end his career, as well as taking his coaching badges.

However, the former England captain says he is planning to return to England once he quits playing, and already has his next role in mind.

When asked about becoming a coach or manager when he hangs up his boots, he told Manchester United’s

website, “Yeah, it is something I am passionate about and I want to do.”

“Obviously, I need to complete my badges, which I am doing over in the States.

Hopefully, by the time I come back to England, I will have them completed and be in a position to accept or reject any offers I get.”

“There is always time.

You have got time to do TV, if that is the way you want to go. I think everyone is different. I would prefer to give coaching or management a go. If it doesn’t work out then I am sure there would be opportunities to do TV and whatever feels right for you.”

Nagaland Tennis Association informs Dimapur, Nov 17 (NPN): The Nagaland Tennis Association will be conducting state ranking tournament for gents, state ranking tournament for under 12 boys and state ranking tournament for under16 boys from DePlayers of Chedema VYO (white) and Kuluopfii FC Pochury during the second semi-final cember 18-20. Therefore all interested players have been informed to contact NLTA office for registration. match at Kohima local ground on Saturday. (NP) Correspondent

Ko h i m a , N ov 1 7 (NPN): Chedema Village Youth Organisation booked their 24th Classic cup final berth after defeating Kuluofpii FC Pochury at Kohima local ground on Saturday.

Playing the second semi-final match, Chedema Village Youth Organisation made easy win over Kuluopfii FC Pochury 5-1.

Imlong Chaba opened the account for Chedema Village Youth Organisation in the 26th minute.

Jimiihie and Dominic Ngouri missed opportunities equalise for of Kuluopfii FC. The second goal for Chedema Village Youth Organisation came in the 36th minute when Imlong

C K Naydu Trophy: Nagaland defeat Meghalaya

Chaba rose highest to find Punuru supply and head the ball into the net from inside the D-box. Despite his fine run, Chaba missed the opportunity to complete his hat-trick in the first half.

Kevisalie also missed a good opportunity to score and thereby ending the first half with a scoreline of 2-0 in favour of Chedema Village Youth Organisation.

After the breather, Chedema players dominated the match from the beginning. The exhausted looking Kuluopfii FC players failed to match their opponents. Taking advantage of the situation, Chedema players continued to attack and in the process, Punuru scored the 3rd goal for Chedema Village Youth Organisation in the 55th

minute. And four minutes later, Shurhosul also found the net to make it 4-0.

In 63rd minute, Siemguji scored the lone and consolation goal for Kuluopfii FC. In the 66th minute, Imlong Chaba found the net again to complete his hat-trick and also sealed the match 5-1 in favour of Chedema Village Youth Organisation.

With this win, Chedema Village Youth Organisation will take on Head Hunter Jakhama in the final match on November 19 at 1:30pm.

Meanwhile, Challenger Cup (exhibition match) will be played between Kohima Press Club (KPC) and Classic Club on Sunday at 2:00 pm.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2018

Sonia enters pre-quarters of world boxing championship New Delhi, Nov 17 (IANS): Indian boxer Sonia made her way into the pre-quarterfinals of the 10th AIBA Women’s World Boxing Championships here on Saturday.

The featherweight (57 kg) boxer, who meets Stanimira Petrova of Bulgaria in her next round, had an unorthodox approach but impressive enough for the five judges to give the decision (5:0) in her favour.

The rookie who is making her debut began with an open guard inviting the Morocco pugilist to take the initiative.

Sonia, with a nice evasive action, managed to land a couple of left jabs and one straight during the first round which looked a close one.

Sonia continued with

India’s Sonia (blue) fights against Toujani Doaa of Morocco in Women’s 57 kg category bout on Saturday. (PTI)

her left jabs, trying to land on the real scoring areas of her opponent using her unconventional methods, especially with the right.

The experienced Moroccan, too, changed her strategy and lowered the guard more out of frustration than anything else.

Though she did manage a

few blows, she struggled to connect her punches.

But the third round proved to be very decisive when the Indian landed a right, then a combination of right-left and a left jab, even as the clinches from both pugilists were getting out of control, calling for the referee’s intervention.

ATP Finals: Djokovic breezes past Marin Cilic L o n d o n, N ov 1 7 ( Ag e n c i e s ) : N ova k Djokovic maintained his unbeaten record at this year’s ATP Finals with an ominous victory over Marin Cilic.

The five-time champion at the season-ending tournament had already assured top spot in Group Guga Kuerten and prepared for his semi-final match against Kevin Anderson with a 7-6 (9-7) 6-2 victory at The O2.

Djokovic has now lost only two of his last 36 matches since the start of Wimbledon but faced a determined opponent in Cilic, despite the Croat being un-

Novak Djokovic returns a shot to Marin Cilic during their ATP Finals match.

able to progress following Alexander Zverev’s win against John Isner.

Both players began the match in assured fashion before an eight-minute long

sixth game on Cilic’s serve, which the 2014 US Open champion held after saving a break point.

Cilic, who will lead Croatia in the Davis Cup

final against France next week, had pushed Djokovic the distance at the Paris Masters in their most recent meeting and asked questions of the world No 1 with his powerful forehand.

Both players remained assured behind serve, especially Djokovic who lost only two points, to bring up a tiebreak - the fourth of the week for Cilic. But once again this week he came out worse as Djokovic saved a set point before sealing the opener after 55 minutes of absorbing tennis.

Cilic faced an early challenge on his serve in the opening game of the second set but frustrated Djokovic

by saving three break points to avoid an immediate negative reaction to losing the first set in tight fashion.

Djokovic saw a run of 31 consecutive points on serve come to an end with a Cilic forehand winner but he overcame the moment of difficulty before his relentless consistency forced his opponent into some errors to secure his first break of the match.

The 14-time Grand Slam champion maintained the pressure on Cilic to secure a second break in the seventh game and closed out victory with a backhand winner to send a statement of intent to his rivals.

UEFA Nations League

Netherlands beat France 2-0

D i m a p u r , N ov 1 7 (NPN): Nagaland registered its second win by defeating Meghalaya by 57 runs in the C K Naydu Trophy (U-23) match at Shillong.

Earlier on November 14, Meghalaya won the toss and decided to field.

Nagaland scored 173 losing all wickets in the 1st innings while it scored 216 in the 2nd innings.

In the 1st innings, Meghalaya scored 178 (all out) and 154 (all out) in the 2nd innings.

In the first match, Nagaland defeated Sikkim by a huge margin with an innings to spare. Nagaland U-23 team have their third match against Manipur at Nagaland Cricket StaMbappe tries to get to the ball ahead of Netherlands’ defender Matthijs de Ligt dium, Sovima from No- Kylian during the early stages of the clash. vember 22 to 25.

Rotterdam, Nov 17 beat Germany 3-0 last ball home from close range.

(Agencies): The Neth- month, made a confident France produced little erlands kept their UEFA start and Hugo Lloris had in response to going behind Nations League hopes to come to France’s res- as Koeman’s side continued D i m a p u r , N ov 1 7 alive with a 2-0 victory over cue in the second minute, to dominate proceedings in (NPN): The All Nagaland world champions France keeping out Wijnaldum’s the second half.

College Students’ Union in Rotterdam, relegating goal-bound effort after the PSV Eindhoven right(ANCSU) Collegiate Meet Germany to League B in Liverpool midfielder had back Dumfries was then was held at Dimapur Gov- the process. been picked out just inside twice denied by Lloris folernment College from NoLiverpool midfieldthe penalty area by Depay. lowing Daley Blind’s cross vember 13-16. er Georginio Wijnaldum Depay, who has been as the hosts went in search Sakus Mission College, Dimapur emerged as over- opened the scoring in the in excellent form for his of a second.

However, they found all champions of the meet 44th minute before Mem- country in recent months, while Kohima College was phis Depay rounded off was again in the thick of Tottenham goalkeeper Llornamed the best disciplined an impressive Dutch per- it 10 minutes later, but his is in inspired form. He was formance, converting from volley was routinely saved required to get down low to team. turn away a direct free-kick In football (men), the spot deep into injury by Lloris.

France were sitting from Depay before repelling Sakus Mission College, Di- time after Moussa Sissoko mapur emerged the cham- had brought down Frenkie back, hoping to catch Neth- two further attempts from pions while Salt Christian de Jong. erlands on the counter-at- the Lyon forward minutes College, Dimapur bagged Victory means Ronald tack and they eventually cre- later. the runners-up trophy.

Koeman’s side must avoid ated a couple of openings, Lloris was finally beatIn volleyball (women), defeat against Germany on Benjamin Pavard striking en as Netherlands made St John College, Dimapur Monday to leapfrog France over from distance before the points safe in the fifth and Phek Government Col- into top spot in Group A1 Blaise Matuidi’s effort was minute of added time when lege came first and second and book their place in next cleared off the line by Ryan Depay cheekily chipped in respectively, while in bad- summer’s Nations League Babel. from the spot after France minton, Fazl Ali College, finals.

However, it was the substitute Sissoko clumsily Mokokchung emerged as Despite defeat, Didier hosts who made the break- brought down De Jong in winners and Sakus Mission Deschamps’ side could still through right at the end the box.

College, Dimapur bagged the qualify for the knockout of the first half as Steven Match results runners-up. The men’s footstages should Germany, N’Zonzi’s poor header Cyprus 1-1 Bulgaria ball final match was graced Slovakia 4-1 Ukraine

by Kelhoiniezo Yhome, who have been relegated to dropped to Babel in the Gibraltar 2-6 Armenia former NSF president while the second tier of the Na- danger area. The former the women’s volleyball final tions League with one game Liverpool forward’s shot Leichtenstein 0-2 match was graced by Tito still to play, beat the Dutch was brilliantly saved by Macedonia Lloris but the rebound fell to Yepthomi, business man as in Gelsenkirchen.

Wales 1-2 Denmark Koeman’s side, who Wijnaldum, who swept the match patrons.

Slovenia 1-1 Norway

ANCSU collegiate meet concludes

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