November 21, 2017

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M’laya Gov seeks EC view on disqualification of 17 MLAs

Correspondent

SHILLONG, NOV 20: Meghalaya Governor, Ganga Prasad has sought the suggestion of the Election Commission of India on the disqualification of 17 legislators as members of the 60-member House assembly, a Raj Bhavan official said on Monday.

A Raj Bhavan communiqué said Prasad referred the matter to the Election Commission, as required under the Article 192 (2) of the Constitution of India on November 16 after the Meghalaya High Court had held invalid the state law providing for appointment of Parliamentary Secretaries.

The Court had left it to the Governor to determine if those who held the post should be disqualified from the Assembly.

The verdict by a division bench of Chief Justice Dinesh Maheshwari and Justice Ved Prakash Vaish came on a PIL filed by state resident Madal Sumer, challenging the “extra constitutional and illegal” appointment of Parliamentary Secretaries in the state.

Following the Court’s ver-

No exams till Oct 26 OM revoked: PSAN reminds state govt Correspondent

KOHIMA, NOV 20 (NPN): Public Service Aspirants of Nagaland (PSAN) has once again reminded all departments not to hold any departmental exam until the October 26 Office Memorandum (OM) was revoked. PSAN warned the state government that it will be charged of contempt of court if it chose to ignore the High Court stay order dated July 25 and 28, 2017.

As a follow up of the November 17 meeting with the chief minister, PSAN on Monday held a meeting with the chief secretary to discuss their demands.

A PSAN member told Nagaland Post that the meeting was fruitful, and that they had informed the chief secretary that revoking the October 26 OM would be the greatest Christmas gift for the youth of Nagaland.

In this regard, PSAN said the chief secretary will be submitting a report to the cabinet soon. PSAN will also be submitting a representation to the chief minister on November 21 to expedite the matter. The association will request the cabinet to have a sitting soon since the chief minister was scheduled to travel next week, the member said.

dict, Sumer submitted a representation to Governor Prasad seeking the disqualification of the legislators named in the PIL, citing that “they are no longer legislators for holding office of profit”.

Sumer urged the Governor, the highest constitutional authority of the state, to exercise his power under Article 192 of the Constitution and to take a decision on the issue of disqualification. However, 10 of the 17 legislators who quit as Parliamentary Secretaries following the High Court verdict have said there is no ground for their disqualification as members of the Assembly.

Sujit Dey, counsel for the 10 legislators, said that the issue of disqualification becomes “infructuous” since the post of Parliamentary Secretary itself has ceased to exist, and out of respect for the Court verdict, all Parliamentary Secretaries had immediately resigned.

Hours after the November 9 verdict, 17 Parliamentary Secretaries quit their post.

Chief Minister Mukul Sangma, who accepted their resignation, defended their ap-

pointment saying: “This law has been enacted based on this mandate of the provisions of the Constitution by which we can prevent the members of the august house from getting disqualified for holding an office of profit wherein law says such office will be deemed as not as office of profit.”

On July 26, the Supreme Court had declared as unconstitutional a law enacted by Assam in 2004 that allowed the appointment of Parliamentary Secretaries in the rank of Minister of State.

On March 12, 2013, Chief Minister Sangma had administered the oath of office to 18 MLAs as Parliamentary Secretaries to assist 12 Ministers after the Congress retained power following the Assembly elections.

However, Independent legislator Lamboklang Mylliem resigned from the post on March 29 last year, citing legal grounds.

Parliamentary Secretaries Celestine Lyngdoh and Comingone Ymbon were subsequently made Cabinet Ministers.

Election to the 60-member Assembly is scheduled to be held in February-March 2018.

CoFA threatens 3-day pen down strike from Nov 21 DIMAPUR, NOV 20 (NPN): Confederation of Four Associations (CoFA) comprising of CANSSEA, FONSESA, NSSA and NF&ASA, has threatened to go on a three-day pen-down strike from November 21, if the state government did not act on their seven day ultimatum served on November 14 for “a decision and recommend the empanelled list of non-SCS Officers to the DoPT/ UPSC” by Tuesday.

A joint press statement issued by the presidents of CANSSEA, Dr. Zase Chusi, Er. Y. Tep (FONSESA), Johnny Humtsoe (NSSA) and R.N Yanthan (NF&ASA), action committee convenor, Dr. Ilang, and members Kitto Swu, Er. Neiilabeizo and Temsu Longkumer, stated that the associations on November 20, held a threadbare deliberation on the issue and resolved to stage its first phase agitation (November 21). It will be followed by a second and third Phase till their “legitimate rights were fulfilled,” the signatories stated.

CoFA said they were yet to get a positive response from the government till date. In this regard, the associations have decided to go ahead with the first phase of agitation— ‘pen down strike’, if the government failed to respond positively by midnight of November 21.

The associations stated that the pen-down strike would be manda-

Amendment to omit minerals from Nagaland Forest Act in Winter Session D I M A P U R , N OV 2 0 ( N P N ) : E nv i r o n m e n t , Forest & Climate Change department will take immediate steps to move for amendments to the Nagaland Forest Act, 1968 and the proposed amendments will be placed before the Nagaland Legislative Assembly during its Winter Session this year.

According to a press release issued by Geology & Mining director, Wanthang Rengma, forest produce listed as minerals, minor minerals and rocks (including lime stone, laterite, mineral oils and all produce of mines and quarries) in the Act would be removed.

He said a joint meeting of Geology & Mining and Environment, Forest & Climate Change departments held at Kohima on October 28 under the chairmanship of chief minister, T.R. Ze-

liang had decided to entrust Geology & Mining department as the administrative authority for management of mineral concession and development in the State.

The meeting said minerals listed in First Schedule of the Nagaland (Ownership and Transfer of Land and its Resources) Act, 1990 (NOTLAR Act) and Schedule-I of NMMCR 2004, including sand, gravel and boulders, fell under the prerogative of Geology & Mining department and that it would continue to implement the NMMCR 2004 by granting licence/ permit, levy royalty, monitor and regulate mines/ quarries etc.

Rengma said pursuant to the decision, department of Environment, Forest & Climate Change would take immediate steps to move for amendments to the Na-

galand Forest Act, 1968 Further, the statement also expressed its gratitude to Zeliang under whose chairmanship a clear cut decision in line with Article 371A of the Indian Constitution and the NOTLAR Act, 1990 and the NMMCR 2004 and Rules of Executive Business was taken. The department also thanked Chief Secretary Pankaj Kumar for his co-operation.

“Henceforth, the department of Geology and Mining will regulate, control and monitor all minerals including coal, petroleum and natural gas in the State and will continue granting mining permit, levy tax/royalty on all minerals within the State. Any other agency collecting royalty on minerals will be treated as illegal and it will attract legal action as per the provisions of law,” Rengma stated.

(5th from left) Dr. Neiphrezo Keditsu with the resource persons and college faculty members, Monday. (NP)

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Sonia slams Modi govt for ‘sabotaging’ winter parl session NEW DELHI, NOV 20 (PTI): Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Monday launched an all-out attack on the government, accusing it of sabotaging the Winter session of Parliament on filmy grounds.

Addressing the meeting of the Congress Working Committee, she also accused the government of being “illprepared” to implement the GST, which she described as a “flawed” tax regime. Sonia also hit out at the government over demonetisation, saying the move left millions of people “suffering”.

“Modi-gover nment in its arrogance has cast a dark shadow on India’ Parliamentary democracy by sabotaging the Winter session of Parliament on flimsy grounds,” she told the party’s highest decisionmaking body.

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KOHIMA, NOV 20 (NPN): Nagaland Public Service Commission has cancelled the exam for three posts of stenographers Gr-III under power department scheduled to be held on November 21, 2017. In a notification, NPSC secretary, Khrupi Sothu stated that the exam was cancelled in compliance to the power department’s letter dated November 17, 2017. In this regard, application form and exam fees will be refunded to the candidates. However, Sothu said exams for stenographer Gr-II under NIC and stenographer Gr-III under Home department will be held as scheduled.

NHM employees call off agitation

DIMAPUR, NOV 20 (NPN): Following the assurance made by the mission director NHM that pending salaries would be released within 10 days (including vertical programme), employees of NHM, Nagaland has called off the total cessation of work from November 21. While announcing its decision, NHM employees have appealed to the government to release the remaining fund for all the vertical programmes on or before November 30, failing which they would re-initiate the protest without prior notice. They also urged the Executive Committee Meeting, SHS, NHM to approve increment, arrears and incentives and release the same at the earliest. It further urged the government to transfer the funds within 15 days as and when the funds are released by the Centre. Meanwhile, the employees have lauded the chief minister, H&FW minister and officials for understanding the problem and in releasing funds for NHM.

MTDOA indefinite ‘chakka bandh’ from today

DIMAPUR, NOV 20 (NPN): The indefinite chakka bandh called by Mokokchung District Truck Owners’ Association (MDTOA) on NH-702 D (Mokokchung-Mariani road) will commence Tuesday from 6 a.m. onwards. All commercials vehicles-- truck and pick-up trucks- have been restricted from plying on NH 702D and in Mokokchung district. In a press note, MDTOA president Sangyumongba Ao and general secretary Imtisumak cautioned shop-owners and businessmen not to take advantage of the bandh by hiking prices of essential items. The association reiterated that the bandh was imposed in the greater interest of the public to demand better roads and for safety of the drivers, handymen and commuters. MDTOA further warned that it would not be responsible for any loss or damage of properties during the bandh period.

It also acknowledged the support extended by Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem, All Ward Union Mokokchung and the Pick-up Trucks Union, Mokokchung.

Power outage in Kma, Peren dist, Medziphema

DIMAPUR, NOV 20 (NPN): Power department on Monday informed that Kohima town and adjoining areas-- Peren district and Medziphema would be facing a total power shutdown from November 21-23, 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. Informing this in a press note, EE Transmission division Kohima said the shutdown is being carried out for the strengthening and stringing of a new Bus bar at 132/33/11kV sub-station at Kohima. All consumers have been requested to extend their co-operation and to bear with the inconvenience.

‘70k educated unemployed in Nagaland as of July’

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“When there is no expansion how does the department bosses claim we’re growing?”

tory for all employees under the umbrella of the Confederation of four Associations including directorates and all district establishments.

However, it said medical, PHED, Power, Fire Services, NST, IPR, Educational Institutions and other public utility services have exempted from the purview of the pen down strike.

Further, president and office bearers of NSSA and NF&ASA have been directed to ensure strict compliance by its members and enforce strict actions against defaulters.

CANSSEA and FONSESA have been directed to inform their sister associations and to ensure that the pen down strike is strictly enforced in their respective departments.

CoFA has therefore asked the sister associations of CANSSEA and FONSESA to appoint one liaison officer and submit their names and contact number to the Action Committee by November 21 through-- 9856136608, 8119068542, 7640831164, 9436076858.

Meanwhile, the Confederation of four Associations has informed that the control room will be at CANSSEA’s office till further notice. Any further clarification or information can be had from the above phone numbers, the release added.

NPSC cancels power dept steno exam

KOHIMA, NOV 20 (NPN): With the ever growing issue of employment in the state, parliamentary secretary Employment, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Dr. Neiphrezo Keditsu on Monday disclosed that Nagaland as of July 2017 had about 70,000 educated unemployed youth.

Keditsu while addressing at the inaugural function of the five days Skill Fest

organized by Oriental College Kohima, said it was imperative for Nagas to shift the focus from government jobs to entrepreneurship.

He lauded the principal and staff of the college for organizing such an event, stating that the event showed the deep concern for the students. Keditsu said the unemployment issue in Nagaland has become deplorable. He also lamented that the education system in Nagaland was more of was

a degree oriented course and not career oriented.

Reminding the gathering that the Naga forefathers were professional agriculturists, he reiterated that the time has come for all to shift the focus from government jobs to entrepreneurship.

For this, he said government of India was also focussed on imparting skill training/education to address the unemployment issue in the country.

With resource persons

from various departments prepared to address during the five day event, Keditsu encouraged the students to make the best use of the event to learn from the experts. He also encouraged the students to focus on professional areas like the banking sector which had huge potential. Students need to set high targets and have a realistic approach towards its goal, he said, adding “do not to wait for others to motivate you.” Emphasizing on skill education, Keditsu assured that the government will help in all possible ways those who are trained.

Oriental College principal, Dr. Ketshukietuo Dzüvichü in his address on ‘overview of skill fest’ said that the programme was initiated to help the students achieve academic excellence and to impart other vital skills to lead a healthy, successful and enriching life.

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State BJP to organise VDB hall-cum-office booth level committee prog inaugurated in Pughoboto

DIMAPUR: State BJP first phase of the proNagaland unit has decided gramme would be coverto organize the booth-level ing the completed boothcommittee training pro- level committees of the gramme starting from first following districts of Mon, week of December till third Tuensang, Longleng and week of January 2018, in Mokokchung. compliance with the centre In this regard, all disBJP’s directive. trict and mandal president A press release by concerned have been remedia cell BJP Nagaland minded to constitute instated that this decision complete booth-level comwas taken in compliance mittees on or before the with the centre BJP’s di- end of November. State ofrective during emergency ficials and senior members, meeting held at Dimapur former state president and secretary organising also Vikheho Swu addressing at the VDB Association Pughoboto building inauguration on November 20. on November 18.

It informed that the attended the meeting.

DIMAPUR: Newly conSwu added that VDBs authorities and likely to be structed Village Develop- should maintain transpar- approved soon. ment Board Association ency and accountability of Short speeches were Pughoboto conference funds received from govern- also delivered by BDO hall-cum-office building ment towards successful Ghathashi Obed Achuunder Rural Development implementation of various mi, president Aphuyemi block, Ghathashi Pugho- government schemes for Sumi Hoho Inavi Swu and DIMAPUR: Salesian College of Higher Education boto was inaugurated by welfare of the villages.

SAKK president Khkuto V. (SCHE) concluded its week-long college week on November 18.

Y. Vikheho Swu, MLA on He also appealed the Achumi.

Chief guest, founder-principal of North East InstiNovember 18.

VDBs in Pughoboto subThe programme Addressing the gather- division to work in cohe- chaired by vice president tute of Social Sciences and Research (NEISSR), father ing as the chief guest, Swu sion for the economic and VDBA Pughoboto Vihokhu Dr. CP Anto exhorted the students to excel and bring lauded the efforts of the social transformation of Swu commenced with invo- quality in all their endeavors.

Earlier, principal of SCHE, father Dr. Policarp association in successfully the area. cation by pastor of MishiXalxo welcomed the guests and congratulated the colconstructing the building to Delivering a shor t limi Baptist Church Tovishe house different offices and speech, ADC Pughoboto Shohe. Presidential address lege week committee for their efficient organisation and conference hall.

Avelu Ruho urged the was delivered by Vikato M. thanked students for active participation.

The overall champion of college week 2017 was Swu said that “a strong village leaders present to Swu. Special number was VDB would ensure all round utilise the VDB fund ju- presented by Atto Achumi, bagged by red house, while green house emerged as 1st development and economic diciously for the develop- vote of thanks tendered runners up, blue house as 2nd runners up and yellow uplift of the village,” and ment of the respective area. by vice president VDBA house as 3rd runners up.

Individual prices were handed over by the guest of called on the people of the She said that proposal to Pughoboto Boska Swu area to avail the benefit of setup SBI branch in the sub- and benediction by pastor honour superior of LFS, sister Emelda Kerketta, chief the schemes with central division was under active NCRC Pughoboto Kanito guest and principal of SCHE. Vote of thanks was delivered by Daniel Jangpuiphun (6th semester). and state government. consideration of the bank Sheqi

Salesian College of Higher Education week concludes

news in Brief KPO emergency meeting: Kithagha Public Organization (KPO) has convened emergency meeting of general body on November 23, 11 a.m onwards at Nsunyu community hall. All concerned citizens of Kithagha have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

Kohima DC informs on NH-61: Kohima deputy commissioner Kohima Rajesh Soundararajan has informed to those individuals whose land have been compensated for building/structures under 2-lane, Tseminyu (40/000 km to 72/400 km along NH-61) under Tseminyu Kohima district to remove the standing structures within the area demarcated for 2-lane within 30 days from the date of issue of this order. In default of which, removal shall be effected without further notice.

PHH rice distribution for Purana Bazar: PHH card holders under Purana Bazar are informed that rice supply for the month of November would be distributed on November 22. All the cardholders have been requested to collect the same at the council hall from 7 a.m till 2 p.m.

NDMSA biennial conference: 1st biennial conference of Nagaland Directorate Ministerial Service Association (NDMSA) would be held on November 22, 11 a.m at Molu ki Merhülietsa Kohima.

DC & DEO informs: Deputy commissioner (DC) and district election officer (DEO), Kesonyu Yhome has informed all heads of offices, departments under Dimapur district who had submitted the list of employees LSU second union assembly: Lotha Students’ Union and vehicles as per the prescribed format to submit to (LSU) has convened its second union assembly for the the DC & DEO on or before November 22. tenure 2017-2020 on November 24, 11 a.m. hosted by Englan Ekhai Ekhung at Englan village. All federating PwDs informed on scholarship applications: Stuunits, senior leaders and concerned individuals have dents with disabilities and institutions dealing with been asked to attend the union assembly. Transporta- persons with disabilities (PwDs) are informed that tion would be provided from NST counter at 8:30 a.m. verification of scholarship applications under central It further informed all federating units to submit the scheme (pre-matric/post matric/top class) for academic year 2017-18 has been extended for institutes up to union registration fee during the union assembly.

November 25; applications marked defective by instiAAGBH 25th anniversary: Atoizu Area GB Hoho tute/nodal officers of these schemes can be corrected (AAGBH) has informed that its 25th anniversary would & re-submitted by the students till November 24; no be celebrated on November 25, 9 a.m onwards at local further extension would be provided. Applicants may ground Atoizu. GBs, council chairmen & secretaries, visit national scholarship portal 2.0 (NSP) ( www.nsp. and church leaders of Atoizu area have been requested gov.in) for details. to attend the programme.

CANSSEA Mkg unit general meeting: The annual GPRN/NSCN: The 10th Naga unification day would general meeting of the CANSSEA Mokokchung unit be observed November 22 at the council headquarters, would be held on November 23, 11 a.m at town hall, Khehoyi desinated camp, GPRN/NSCN. Therefore all Mokokchung. All heads of offices have been informed rank and files both civil and military are informed to to attend the meeting along with two members (staff). be at its headquarters without fail.

Registration would commence from 10:30 a.m.

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MTLT appeals for better medical amenity at IMDH

MTLT officials with the medical minister, Imkong L Imchen at his official residence, Kohima on November 17.

DIMAPUR: Taking stock of various grievances of general public, particularly patients seeking medical help at Imkongliba Memorial District Hospital (IMDH), the Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem (MTLT) met with the concerned authorities of IMDH and also the medical minister, L. Imkong Imchen for immediate actions.

A press release by MTLT president Imkummeren Jamir and convener Aolong Imchen stated that it had also met with the IMDH officials and shared on how to make the only government district hospital

run in a better way.

MTLT also called an emergency meeting on November 15 and resolved to meet the medical minister, Imkong L Imchen, which was done on November 17 at the official residence of the minister.

MTLT also took serious note of the lack of proper water supply at the hospital and also took up the issue of irregular power supply at the hospital, the functioning of the blood bank and the lack of proper infrastructure at the hospital.

MTLT also took very serious note of the irregularities of doctors at the

hospital and stated that it would hold government responsible if any patient die due to non-attendance or non-performance of the doctors.

MTLT also discussed about the lack of an Intensive Care Unit (ICU), an incubator for new born babies and even a proper government ambulance, wherein minister assured to do the needful at the earliest.

M T LT s t a t e d t h a t IMDH was the first referral point for hundreds of patients not only for Mokokchung district but also for districts like Tuensang, Zunheboto, Longleng etc.

CHS conducts annual general meeting; resolves

DIMAPUR: Chumukedima Hindu Society (CHS) held its annual general meeting on November 2 at CPO hall Chumukedima town.

A press release by CHS general secretary, Prakash Chetri stated that during the meeting the house adopted several resolutions for welfare and strong bond of relationship between Hindus and locals in Chumukedima.

CHS resolved to construct temple and complete

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it by 2020. It resolved that there would be mandatory registration of all the Hindus residing within Chumukedima jurisdiction under CHS. Thirdly it resolved to conduct cleanliness drive in Chumukedima town twice in a year.

Its final resolution was for improvisation of crematorium (Samshan Ghat) located at Seithekema-‘C’.

Head GB of Chumukedima town Kelengu-

zo Kuotsu expressed his profound gratitude for inviting him as the special guest for the meeting and expressed happiness to see the unity among the Hindus of Chumukedima town.

He advised the CHS members to refrain from anti-social activities and create congenial atmosphere in Chumukedima town to live in peace and harmony.

He assured all help to the general public if

needed in any case in Chumukedima town.

Pintu M. Ghosh the working president of CHS said that CHY with its committed vision and hard work managed to purchase a plot of land for the society to construct temple in Chumukedima town.

T h e m e e t i n g wa s chaired by assistant general secretar y Papiya Chakraborty and vote of thanks delivered by working president, Raj Kumar Das.

Monograph for ecclesial re-awakening released at CTC

Dimapur: BJP 12th Tseminyu mandal would hold its executive meeting on November 25, 11 a.m at residence of general secretary, Rushvulo Kent, New Town Tseminyu.

All members of Rengma BJP party workers belonging to Tseminyu sub-division and serving in various levels under state The author Dr Mohan Razu (5th from the left) along with the principal and others.

BJP have been requested to attend the meeting posi- DIMAPUR: Clark Theo- this monograph, the author and ministry”. logical College (CTC) held made an attempt to revisit CTC also stated that tively. a grand function at col- Martin Luther’s undaunted the author is an internationlege multi-purpose hall conviction and commit- ally acclaimed writer and to release a monograph, ment to sola fide and sola professor of Social Ethics “reformation: need for an scriptura and thereby bold- who for several years taught ecclesial re-awakening in ly call upon the urgency at United Theological Colneoliberal India” authored to reform Indian church. lege (UTC), Bangalore, that the Church decided to by Dr. Mohan Razu and The author wrote, “Year Clark Theological College institute a chair in commu- release by principal CTC, 2017, marks 500 years of (CTC), Mokokchung and nication studies by coming Rev. Dr. Marnungsang on Reformation…it should Indian Social Institute (ISI), not end only in celebration Bangalore. He is known inforward in contributing Rs. November 20.

A press release by CTC as an event, but should go ternationally as “academic 20, 00,000.00 to CTC. He said that instituting the chair stated that Dr. Mohan Razu beyond, as the Church- activist” because of his would motivate believers to is presently consultant and global as well as Indian commitment and courage research fellow at doctoral ecclesia are immersed and to de-construct monopoly continue supporting and programme ACTC acad- entrenched in crises in all in church structure, theolpraying more vigorously for emy of higher education. In aspects of its life-witness ogy and practice.

CTC ministry.

Earlier, chairperson of the programme, reverend OFFICE OF THE Dr A. Tali Ao also said that Ungma Baptist Church had spearheaded support in 3 - DIMAPUR III A/C the theological journey of CTC throughout the past 45 years.

The occasion of 45th thanksgiving day was also observed as curtain raiser for golden CTC: 1972-2022.

Convener for CTC 50th anniversary, Dr. L. Imsutoshi Jamir also highlighted on the projects and plans of the college at the backdrop of CTC’s past and present through visual presentation.

NPF 3 Dimapur III A/C Office Bearers, Advisors held Annual Picnic on Dr. Jamir encouraged the 18th Nov. 2017 under the sponsorship of Hon'ble Minister Shri. Tokheho that by 2022, CTC would Yepthomi. The party men pleaded to stay and work united under the dynamic possibly be planning doc- leadership of Hon'ble Minister and once again endorse the visionary leadership of toral research centre under NPF President Shri. Neiphiu Rio and Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri. T.R Zelaing. senate of Serampore univerSilas Khongsai P. Wati Walling sity, library building as well Gen. Secretary President as Clark centre for North 3 Dimapur III A/C 3 Dimapur III A/C East Indian studies.

Bazaar inaugurated at Khaghaboto CTC establishes UBA chair in communication studies

DIMAPUR: Weekly bazaar at Khaghaboto town was inaugurated by Jacob Zhimomi, MLA, on November 17.

Speaking as chief guest during the programme, Jacob, said that establishing a weekly market was a step towards the growth of town and the area at large.

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nomic growth and stability of the town and locality.

Stressing on the need for growth of the township, Jacob urged the people to have the desire to have developmentally progressive society and to promote the market and to let it flourish.

Others who spoke include Vikato Sumi, president, Khaghaboto Tokukujo Kukami Kuqhakulu, Vikiye Achumi, Saul Zhimomi, GB and Qhehoyi Yepthomi GB.

The inauguration function was chaired by Daniel Jakha, general secretar y, Khaghaboto Town Planning Board.

Khekivi Aye, chairman, Khaghaboto Area Church Leaders’ Fellowship offered dedicatory prayer.

Vitokhu Yepthomi GB and chairman, Khaghaboto Town Planning Board proposed vote of thanks while Tojei Yepthomi, pastor, Khaghaboto Town Baptist Church pronounced the benediction.

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Jacob Zhimomi MLA along with leaders and elders of the area at the inauguration of weekly bazaar at Khaghaboto on November 17.

DIMAPUR: Clark Theological College (CTC) established Ungma Baptist Arogo (UBA) chair in communication studies on the occasion of “45th thanksgiving day programme” of CTC on November 10.

A press release by CTC stated that principal of CTC challenged the community to continue proclaiming God’s work.

He added that life and ministry of CTC for the last 45 years was all about God’s mighty works revealed in through the prayers and generous support of God’s people, churches and organisations.

He expounded that thanksgiving was in recognition of God’s existence and that “we don’t have to worry about development, for as long as we have a good relationship with God, everything is possible”. Further, he thanked Ungma Baptist Church for participating with ceaseless spirit in the ministry of CTC through the years.

While establishing the chair, Ungma Baptist Arogo pastor, reverend Dr Noklen Longkumer said

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur TuesDAY, November 21, 2017

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WEATHER FORECAST November 21

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Sunny and pleasant

29 18

Sunny and beautiful

25 15

Aizawl

Guwahati Mostly sunny and pleasant

28 16

Mostly sunny and pleasant

26 13

Imphal

Itanagar A couple of morning showers 25 16 Shillong

Sun mixing with clouds

20 9

Kohima

Partly sunny with a shower

21 12

Dimapur Sunshine and not as warm

26 16

Mostly sunny and beautiful

23 10

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Tuensang Mostly sunny and cooler Wokha

Roundtable on sustainable management of Jhum held in Dmu

Cooler with patchy clouds

Zunheboto Mostly sunny

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(2nd from L) Imkong L. Imchen, (1st from R) Rasha Omar. (NP)

Staff Reporter D I M A P U R , N OV 2 0 (NPN): Roundtable on sustainable management of Jhum in Northeast India organised by government of Nagaland and DONER, GOI in partnership with International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) was held at Hotel Acacia, Dimapur on November 20 and would culminate on November 22.

Addressing the inaugural function, minister Health and Family Welfare, Imkong L. Imchen said that his focus, environment, understanding and opinions had always revolved around the rural world. He said that the programme was a laudable one and added that he would look forward to the impact of the programme in the economi-

cal status of agricultural farming in Nagaland.

Imkong believed that the programme which would be covering all potential topics would bring effective changes for farmers in the state. He said that for the last seventy years, the people had only been focussing on secession from the Indian union, which had amounted to loss in time, energy and most importantly, the resources nature had given us.

Further, he said that Nagaland was actually an agricultural state but was lagging behind the other states. He added that there was very little progress if one looked at the agricultural scenario from the national perspective therefore he hoped that IFAD would make a huge impact during the six-year project.

Imkong also hoped

Peren and Beisumpui villages cement relationship

Members from the two community during the programme.

DIMAPUR: The Beisumpui and Peren communities during a get-together program on November 15 under the theme “peaceful co-existence” also erected a boundary stone at their boundary site at Ngungreu River located between the present Old Chalkot village and Athibung village in the presence of ADC Peren, S.Tainui.

A press release by the organizing committee stated that ADC as special guest appealed to the communi-

ties to be righteous at heart for that would bring peace to the world and not to distort history. D. Abraham urged both the Beisumpui and Peren communities to protect the rights of their satellite villages and to honour and co-operate with the land owner villages.

Dr. Ndangkie Ndang, the convenor of the organizing committee stated that the core objective of this event was to reinforce the cordial relation between the two communities and

called upon the members present to continue to uphold the spirit of “peaceful co-existence”.

Gumchu Hegui, president Peren Council and the only surviving signatory of the agreement between the two communities of July 4, 1979, stated that, this gettogether program was the fulfillment of the desire of all the signatories of 1979.

Altogether more than 150 members participated in the program including the Kuki brothers.

that as Nagaland was a rural state, the farmers would require a lot of empirical interactions in forms of workshops, seminars and demonstrations for a clearer understanding of the various dynamics of the projects and how it would benefit them.

Speaking on “upland farming systems and food security: global perspectives”, country representative, food and agriculture organisation (FAO), Shyam Khadka said that weakness in production system in the hills had led to economic loss and that besides the political struggles in various forms, there was loss in economic power as well.

Khadka added that time had come to pay serious attention to upland areas. He said that a productive and competitive agricultural would need to

emerge at an accelerated pace and that without investing the upland areas, the health of the plain lands would not grow.

He said that for upland farmers to compete with lowland ones an important concept for uplands would be production that would take advantage of a specific environmental or marketing niche. Stressing on landscape approach and infrastructure, Khadka said uplands were a huge challenge, wherein rural farmers needed to be equipped with modern tools.

Earlier during the programme, welcome and opening remarks were delivered by country representative IFAD, Rasha Omar, a talk on “climate change and agriculture: the importance of Jhum improvement” by ADG, ICAR, Dr. Randhir Singh Poswal and vote of thanks from APC and principal secretary, government of Nagaland, Imkonglemba.

Panel discussions on a “multi-dimentional veiw of Jhum”, “settled agriculture as an alternative to Jhum: experiences from the field” and “Jhum in the context of changing aspirations of the youth”.

ICAR organizes training on large cardamom

DIMAPUR: Three-day training on “capacity building on large cardamom cultivation among the tribal farmers of Nagaland” was conducted by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Nagaland centre and funded under TSP from November 7-9.

Joint director, Dr. D. J. Rajkhowa, in his welcome address highlighted the scope and opportunities of spices cultivation in Nagaland. Scientist (spices, plantation, medicinal and aromatic plants), coordinator of the training programme, Dr. Azeze Seyie stressed on the importance of the large cardamom based agro-forestry which has in the recent years have been a remunerative source of income to the tribal farmers of Nagaland.

The valedictory session was chaired by senior scientist, Dr. L.K. Baishya.

Courses related to large cardamom in Nagaland were covered by scientists of the centre. Government schemes and programme for promotion of spices cultivation were also appraised by official from spice board, Nagaland. Altogether 29 farmers from different parts of Nagaland participated in the training. Certificates were distributed in the valedictory session.

3 Inauguration of Wanching Yongmouh village

Y.M. Yollow along with others.

DIMAPUR: Y. M Yollow, parliamentary secretary, Agriculture as chief guest inaugurated the Wanching Yongmouth village on November 17, wherein the new village was dedicated

by Rev. S. Takyong.

Y.M.Yollow in his speech thanked the present government for recognising Wanching Yongmouh as one the new villages in the state. He urged concerned government departments to provide necessary facilities and projects to help the

people of the new village to come up at par with other govt. recognised villages in the state.

He also urged the villagers to extend full co-operation to the govt so that development activities could take place smoothly.

Wanching Yongmouh village is an offshot village of the Wanching village under Wakching sub division, Mon district, with a population of 357 and 37 households.

LCK conducts diabetic Meeting of Hornbill Festival held at Kohima awareness camp

DIMAPUR: Lions Club of Kohima (LCK) conducted Lions international world diabetic day “diabetic awareness program” at old age home, Meriema on November 14.

LCK president Lion, Aroba gave a brief background of the programme while Lion, Dr. Imliwapang informed the inmates as to how diabetic had affected the health of millions of people around the world, while explaining its treatment and prevention.

MD, old age home

M e r i e m a , N e i t h o nu o Liegise also briefed about the history of how the old age home started and thanked the members of lions club of Kohima for visiting them to conduct the awareness programme.

Blood sugars in blood samples from 21 inmates in the old age home were tested and found normal.

Lion, Dr. B Imliwapang with two nurses conducted the blood sugar testing of the whole inmates, while checking their blood pressures and other health issues as well.

DIMAPUR: A review meeting in regard to the preparation for the upcoming Hornbill Festival was held on November 20 at DC conference hall, Kohima Kohima.

According to DIPR r e p o r t , D C Ko h i m a , Rajesh Soundararajan said that the meeting had

been convened to assess status of assigned works from all the concerned officers, departments and NGOs. The meeting discussed at length on the issues of road maintenance, power supply, POS machine, ATM, stalls and water supply etc where

various department officers, and the presidents of Kigwema and Phesama Youth Organization highlighted their views and suggestions.

DC has requested all the concerned officers and departments to complete their assigned works by November 26.

Free cleft lip surgeries conducted at Oking hospital

Doctors during surgery.

DIMAPUR: Free surgery for patients with cleft lips and palate was conducted in Nagaland during the 32nd mission Nagaland at Oking Hospital, Kohima from November 15-17.

A press release stated that Smile train surgeon, Shija Hospital Group, Dr. Kh. Palin maintained that there would be about 3300 cleft patients in Nagaland and promised to provide travelling allowances to patients coming from far K Y M C

off villages as well.

Dr. Palin also said the treatment would be absolutely free including free medicines, operation and informed that the next free camp would be announced in the month of February 2018.

Smile train cleft Shija project under Mission Nagaland in collaboration with Oking Hospital Kohima covered more than 600 cleft patients in Nagaland.

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Mnp dailies protest BJYM’s action with blank editorials

Correspondent

IMPHAL, Nov 20: Editorial columns of almost all the dailies published from Imphal were left blank Monday in protest against burning of a newspaper by activists of BJP Manipur Pradesh Yuva Morcha.

Copies of vernacular newspaper Poknampham were set on fire by activists of BJP Yuva Morcha in front of BJP Manipur Pradesh office in Imphal on Saturday last after it described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a ‘cattle thief.’

The editorial columns of Monday’s edition of dailies were left blank in response to a call from the Editors’ Guild Manipur (EGM).

The EGM termed the burning of the newspaper as encroachment to the “freedom of press.”

“The act of burning of a newspaper is nothing

but an attempt to gag the mouth of the media,” EGM president A Mobi said in a statement.

The statement added that if there were any grievances against any newspaper, the aggrieved party can go to appropriate forum like Press Council of India or to court or to the journalists’ bodies in the state.

Such action was not expected from a political party, particularly from the ruling party. Besides, chief minister N Biren Singh has given commitment to eradicate mob justice in the state.

The act of the Yuva Morcha of the party was a kind of mob justice and it is a severe blow to the party in power, he added in the statement.

While condemning the act of burning down of the newspaper, All Manipur Working Journalists’ Union (AMWJU) said that the matter could have been re-

solved by talks between the BJP Yuva Morcha and the journalists’ union.

AMWJU president W Shyamjai stated that burning newspaper to protest was, in a way, promulgating mob culture and not an act of any law abiding organisation.

I n t h e ‘ B ox Po p uli’ a weekly column in Poknapham daily, it wrote that Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh could “help in recovering the stolen cow.” The column, which appeared last Saturday, was about the ongoing peace negotiations between the Centre and NSCN (I-M).

It described interlocutor RN Ravi as a “mediator between a thief and an owner of the stolen cow”.

The protesting BJP activists alleged that the article had defamed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and also damaged the reputation of chief minister N Biren Singh.

BJP to make Meghalaya Congfree: Ram Lal SHILLONG, Nov 20 (Agencies): BJP National General Secretary, Ram Lal on Monday said that the party was strengthening its organisational structure in Meghalaya in view up of the upcoming Assembly polls.

The BJP leader who was in Shillong for a meeting of the core committee of the party, said that BJP was contesting the elections this time in Meghalaya to form the new Government.

“As there is a Congress mukt campaign going on in the country, we would like to have a Congress mukt (free of Congress) Meghalaya,” he told reporters On the other hand, BJP Meghalaya General Secretary, B Khongwir informed that the list of the party’s candidates for the 2018 Assembly polls would be announced in the last part of December. He also expressed confidence that the party would win the election with absolute majority.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur tuesday, november 21, 2017

India, Myanmar begin joint military exercise in Meghalaya Correspondent

Umroi, Nov 20: Indian and Myanmar armies began their maiden joint exercise in India’s northeastern state of Meghalaya on Monday.

A total of 15 officers from the Myanmar army and 16 officers from the Indian Army are taking part in the six days India-Myanmar Bilateral Army Exercise (IMBAX), which is slated to go on till Saturday.

General Officer Commanding Red Horns Division, Major General P.S. Behl, welcomed the Myanmar and Indian army contingents at the newly inaugurated state-of-the-art Joint Training Node at Umroi Cantonment, about 25 km from Shillong, the state capital of Meghalaya.

“The basic aim of the exercise is to learn bilaterally from both nations. India is a major contributor to peace keeping and we have much varied experience in different peace keeping operations,”

Behl told journalists. Noting that India and Myanmar have very good relations and the Myanmarese Army and the Indian Army are the best of friends, the Indian army officer said, “We are sure with our experience and our infrastructure over here we shall be able to impart adequate knowledge to them and prepare them for future peace keeping operations.”

Brigadier S. Murugesan, who is the Indian delegation leader, said that the exercise has been specially designed by the Indian Peace Keeping Centre known as Centre for UN Peace Keeping, New Delhi.

“The aim of the exercise is to train the Myanmar army to participate in UN operations either as individuals or as members of the contingent. I hope this joint training exercise will further strengthen our defence cooperation and bilateral relations,” he said.

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May Every day bring something new and Exciting for you. May this birthday turn out to as amazing as you.

Happy Birthday!!!

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A friend, A lover, A husband and A father You have been the best thing that could have happened to me, giving me so much laughter, so much joy, and so much love. There are times when we agree or disagree with eachother and those silly arguments makes us understand and love eachother more. So on your birthday, I would just like to say thanks and remind you of how much I love you.

Happy Birthday Dearest Husband Lots of love Your wife Jes.

Correspondent

Assam protests getting louder against likely Cash-for-jobs scam: ACS officer surrenders inclusion of territory in ‘Greater Nagalim’

IMPHAL, Nov 20: Security has been beefed up in Manipur, particularly in the capital city ahead of President of India Ram Nath Kovind’s visit to the state to inaugurate the annual Manipur Sangai Festival.

Kovind will be arriving in Imphal on Tuesday and apart from opening the biggest tourism festival, he will also inaugurate the two-day Northeast Development Summit to be hosted

by Manipur.

Tightened security measure has been taken up considering the general strike call given by the Coordination Committee (CorCom), the apex body of major rebel groups of the state. State police continued search operations in Imphal and its outskirt area. In today’s house to house search operation at Thangmeiband Sinam Leikai, around 300 people were verified, out of which two underground bailout cadres were pulled up for further verification.

GUWAHATI, NOV 20 (AGENCIES): Protests in Assam are getting louder by the day against the likelihood of large tracts of the state’s territory getting included in ‘Greater Nagalim’ once the Centre signs a final agreement with the NSCN (I-M), The Indian Express report stated.

While the opposition Congress party has held a series of protest meetings in areas bordering Nagaland in Sivasagar, Jorhat and Golaghat districts in the past few days, the All Assam Students’ Union, Asom Jatiyabadi Yuva-Chatra Parishad, All Bodo Students’ Union and other groups have warned chief minister, Sarbananda Sonowal against not taking timely steps to protect the state’s territory.

As reports of NSCN (I-M)-Centre in its final stage of a negotiated settlement, parties and groups in Assam fear that the Centre would cede to its demand for

Security beefed up in Manipur

inclusion of large tracts of Assam territory in ‘Greater Nagalim’. The Congress party in Assam has alleged that the BJP-led government of Sarbananda Sonowal had failed to assert itself before the Centre to protect the state’s territory and free the 66,000 hectare tract currently under Nagaland’s encroachment. “The state government has failed to convene a special session of the state assembly to discuss the issue and take a strong stand for protecting its land,” Debabrata Saikia, leader of the Opposition said.

A s o m G a n a Pa r i shad (AGP), an ally of the BJP, on its part has held the Congress responsible for Nagaland encroaching land belonging to the state. “It was the Congress party during whose long rule Nagaland had encroached upon Assam’s territory. Of late, the Congress is trying to whip up tension along the inter-state border by unnecessarily blaming the state

government,” AGP president Atul Bora, who is also agriculture minister in the Sonowal government, said.

Chief minister Sonowal however has claimed that his government would ensure that not an inch of Assam territory was included in NSCN(IM)’s ‘Greater Nagalim’ map. “We have taken up the issue more than once with the Union home minister and he has assured me that Assam’s territorial sanctity would remain intact,” Sonowal has said.

But the Congress and the student bodies do not seem to be amused by chief minister Sonowal’s assurances. “The Centre should make public the contents of the Framework Agreement it had signed with the NSCN (I-M) in August 2015. We strongly suspect that the government is trying to hide something that is going to seriously affect Assam,” AASU general secretary Lurin Jyoti Gogoi said.

Cong helping BJP SRPUD CELEBRATES SILVER JUBILEE CUM AHUNA against Left in Tripura: CPI(M) Hyderabad, Nov 20 (PTI): The Congress is “helping” the BJP against the Left in Kerala and Tripura, CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat said, in response to former prime minister Manmohan Singhs appeal for a joint fight against the saffron party at the national level.

Singh, at a rally in Kochi last week, urged the Left parties to stand by the Congress in its fight against the BJP. The senior Congress leader said, “If they (the Left parties) are sincere in the fight against the BJP and its anti-people policies, they have to cooperate with the leadership of the Congress at the national level and fight together against the BJPs misrule and divisive politics.”

Asked to respond, Karat, a CPI(M) politburo member, said, “Unfortunately, on most policy issues concerning peoples livelihood, economy and neo-liberal reforms, the BJP and the Congress are on the same page.”

“The Congress claims it is their policies the BJP is implementing. In both Kerala and Tripura (where the Left is in power), the Congress is helping the BJP against the Left. On specific issues against the toxic communal politics of BJP-RSS, we are cooperating with all those secular forces fighting the BJP-RSS,” Karat told PTI.

Guwahati, Nov 20 (IANS): An Assam Civil Service (ACS) officer who was allegedly involved in a cash-for-jobs scam, surrendered to the police on Monday.

With the surrender of officer Rumi Saikia before a special magistrate, the total number of ACS, Assam Police Service (APS) and allied service officers in custody increased to 23, the police

OFFICE OF THE

OLD RIPHYIM VILLAGE COUNCIL DIST. WOKHA – 797111 : NAGALAND

NOTICE

In support of Englan Range Joint Action Committee (ERJAC), the Old Riphyim Village Council, Church bodies, Eloe Hoho and Students’ body held a meeting on 18/11/2017 at ORSU Office and passed a resolution banning ‘Sale of Alcohol & Drugs’ within the Village jurisdiction. Anyone found violating shall be dealt severely as per the resolution.

Sd/Nyanbemo Patton Chairman, ORVC

DC-2779

AFFIDAVIT

Deponent MAGISTRATE/NOTARY PUBLIC

DP-12081

AFFIDAVIT

Date 20/11/2017

I, Shri. Puloka N, S/o Shri. Nikhevi, resident of DC Hill under the Dist. of Zunheboto, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm and state an oath as follows :1. That, I am a citizen of India and resident in the aforesaid address.

2. That, in my Saving Bank Account of SBI Zunheboto, bearing A/c No. 31638906419 my name has been inadvertently entered as "Puloka N Yeptho".

3. That the same should be correctly written as "Puloka. N" according to all my relevant documents.

4. That the letter "N" stands for "Nikhevi" which refers to my father's name.

5. That the names "Puloka. N" and "Puloka N Yeptho" herein refers to the name of one and same person i.e. me.

I further verify that the statements made above are true to the best of my knowledge and nothing is false thereof.

Deponent Sworn before me on this day, the 20th day of November 2017.

Notary Public DP-12105

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE ADDITIONAL DEPUTY COMMISSIONER Medziphema Dist : Dimapur, Nagaland

JUDL/SUC-1/2016/416

Dated Medz. the 17th Nov. 2017

NOTICE

Whereas, Shri. Mangminjoy Gagte S/o Late Siemlalson Gangte of Maova Village has applied for issue of Succession Certificate under the Indian Succession Act. 1925 to draw/operate all his official documents, bank account No. 31139128413 SBI, Medziphema and relating to all his pension matter, who expired on 4/8/2017.

Therefore, public are hereby asked to file objection/claim if any within 30 days of issue of this notice.

DP-12102

Regd. No. 1323/17

Addl. Deputy Commissioner Medziphema Dist.

Dimapur, Nagaland

DECLARATION

(APSC) exams.”

“More arrests are likely after the reports confirm their involvement,” said a senior police official.

Assam Police had issued warrants against 25 of these officers after their handwriting matched with some fake answer scripts recovered from an APSC official who had conducted

the examination.

The police had last year arrested APSC Chairman Rakesh Kumar Paul and members of the Commission, including Samedur Rahman and Basanta Kumar Doley, and three other officials of the Commission who allegedly took money for selecting candidates for the state services.

PRESS YAKCHIA ÜNLAN ECHON YILAN

A Nchumbemo Kithan na tsüngon 20/10/2017, lo Y.M. Humtsoe na Phiro yani campaign tssoathung, ana Wokha Yan thongtssoa okho mhadungo phanthi, Wokha Yan nzontsü thyütasanta methak jiang panlana, Wokha Yan jo ünmyanta to phyoa a etancho ejüng-jüngo na oyan mying ji nmencho. Hoji tsükona ana hoji tsüngon jilo ntio nsancho osi phyocho sana hojiang jo topvü ejung tae to erangtsüng shi theta Wokha Yan mhadungo ünlan chona elani Lothatsü pono ntsijantokala. Ana Print Media lo thecho sulo ochina ha rejoinder nthetok, ocho na sana rejoinder theta tssona oha ji ana hamvü.

Tsungon: 04/11/2017 DC-2778

Nchumbemo Kithan Ratsiphen Yankho Wokha Village.

DECLARATION

I, Hangji do hereby make necessary rectification of my name as Hangji vide Reg. 1655/17 Dated 8/11/17, which was inadvertently recorded as P. Hangji Lam, P. Hangji, Hangji Lam and Hangjilam in my educational documents and bank account. Hence, Hangji will be used for all official purpose.

Regd. No. 955/2017

The Satoi Range Public Union Dimapur celebrated 25 years of its inception cum Ahuna, the premier Sumi festival on November 14, 2017 at the residence of Dr. H. lnato Jimomi, Deputy Director AH& Veterinary Services at Xuvihe Colony Dimapur.

The Jubilee cum Ahuna celebration was graced by Er. H. Kahuto Sumi Addl.

Chief Engineer, PWD (Housing) Nagaland as the guest of honour. In his brief address, Er. Kahuto narrated the bitter times that led to the formation of the Union in the year 1992 and urged the people of Satoi living in and around Dimapur to live in unity at all times. He also shared his happiness at the completion of 25 years and encouraged the members to uphold honest and righteous way of living.

Ahuna host Dr. lnato H. Jimomi delivered welcome address and also explained the significance of Ahuna festival. Rev. S. Vitoshe Swu, Senior Pastor, Dimapur Sumi Baptist Church who unveiled the Jubilee Souvenir also invoked God's blessing upon the members of Satoi Range Public Union Dimapur. Founding members, past and present officials of the SRPUD were honoured with certificates and gifts during the celebration.

Earlier, the programme began with the invocation prayer by Rev. Yekishe Z. Awomi and the Tsutoho Public Union Dimapur Choir enthralled the gathering with a Jubilee song. The programme was compered by Mr. Shikuto Yeptho, president SRPUD and Mr. V. Phukato Zhimo, former president SRPUD while Mr. Shikiho P. Zhimo secretary SRPUD and Mr. Bokishe S Awomi secretary jubilee planning board recorded the proceedings. Mr. Vihoshe Awomi, the first president, SRPUD pronounced the vote of thanks and the programme concluded with benediction by Rev. Ahokhe Awomi, Evangelist, WSBAK. Other highlights of the celebration includes "Thighale" by Ghokhuvi village and "Lejole" by Mr. Z. Shitovi and friends. "Ahuna Kibeh" , "Atuna Nanu " and "Ami Kukulah" were the spectacular events during competition hour.

Meanwhile, the Satoi Range Public Union Dimapur extends heartfelt gratitude to Dr. H. lnato Jimomi and family for generously hosting the Silver Jubilee cum Ahuna celebration. The SRPUD sincerely acknowledges the valuable contribution of Shri. G. Kaito Aye, Hon'ble Minister for National Highways and Political Affairs, Nagaland, Shri Vizheto Tuccu, Kilonser NSCN (IM), Shri Tohuvi Aye, Advisor SRPUD, Er. H Kahuto Sumi, Addl. Chief Engineer, PWD (Housing), all the donors and members of planning board, finance committee, editorial board and other sub-committees.

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said, adding that two other accused officers including ACS Nishamoni Deka and APS Rakesh Gupta were still at large. “We are looking for the two other officers. They are absconding but we hope they would surrender soon.

This is not the end of the investigation. We are awaiting forensic reports of more then 400 such candidates who had appeared in the Assam Public Service Commission

Date : 20.11.17

I, Smt. LILEN, D/o. Lt. Manshak Phom, R/o. H/No. 84, Landmark, PWD, Dimapur : Nagaland do hereby affirm and declare as follows : 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and a resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That my actual name is LILEN as entered in my National Pension System Card bearing permanent retirement account no. 110074802935 and Electoral Voters card bearing no. CLG0157875.

3. That my name has been recorded/ entered as LILEN PHOM in my SBI account passbook bearing account no. 20132396571, PAN card bearing no.

DFJPP1434Q, my Aadhaar Card bearing no. 770848619033 and M LILEN PHOM in my Government of Nagaland ID Card bearing card no. 985.

4. That the name LILEN, LILEN PHOM and M LILEN PHOM is same and one person.

5. That henceforth, LILEN shall be used in all my future and official correspondences.

6. That this affidavit is made to aver the above made statements.

VERIFICATION I, hereby verify that the content made in paras 1 to 6 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and beliefs and nothing material is concealed therein.

DEPONENT Solemnly sworn before me.

MAGISTRATE/NOTARY PUBLIC DIMAPUR : NAGALAND DP-12099

Regd. No. 18716/2017 I, Shri Imchensangba, son of Lanuchuchang hereby solemnly affirm an oath and declare as follows: 1. That, in some of my documents, my name and my father’s name is recorded as Imchensangba, S/o Lanuchuchang and Imchensangba L. Ao, S/o Lanuchujang Ao. 2. Henceforth, this affidavit is sworn to declare that all the names are one and same person of the deponent and his father.

3. That the above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Sd/Deponent DC-2773 DECLARATION Regd. No. 1439 Dt. 07-11-2017 I, Shri. Lhoushevi Lhoushe, S/o Sapalie Lhoushe aged about 55 years resident of Phesama Village Dist. Kohima, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as follows:1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India 2. That my correct name is Lhoushevi Lhoushe however in my GPF Statement and service Record my name has been inadvertently entered as Lhoushevi Angami.

3. That the above name i.e Lhoushevi Lhoushe and Lhoushe Angami are referred to one and the same person, i.e me.

4. That henceforth I herewith rectified the same and declares that my correct name will be Lhoushevi Lhoushe for all official purposes and references.

5. That this affidavit is signed and sworn before the competent authority so that it may be used/treated as a piece of evidence before the concerned authority for rectification/ correction of my name.

6. That the above paragraphs 1-5 are true to the best of my knowledge and nothing material has been stated or suppressed therein. And I signed this affidavit on this the 7th Nov. 2017.

Deponent Solemnly affirm and declare by the deponent on this the 07-11-2017.

Magistrate K-3832

Regd. No. 3555/2017

AFFIDAVIT

Date : 17/11/2017

I, Mahindra Pradhan, S/o. Deihi Ram Pradhan, R/o. H/No.45, Block-C, Diphupar-A, Dimapur : Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under:1. That I am a bonafide citizen of lndia and a resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That in my SBI Saving bank account bearing A/c. No.33843602106, my name had been erroneously entered/recorded as Durga Bahadur Pradhan, F/N-Dilli Ram Pradhan, whereas in my Aadhaar Card No 5239 5016 3499, my name had been recorded as Mahindra Pradhan, F/N- Deihi Ram Pradhan.

3. That 'Mahindra' is my official Name, and 'Durga Bahadur' is my Pet Name, and the correct spelling of my father name 'Deihi Ram Pradhan'.

4. That the name Mahindra Pradhan, F/N- Deihi Ram Pradhan, and Durga Bahadur Pradhan, F/N-Dilli Ram Pradhan, refers to one and same person, i.e. me and my names.

5. That henceforth I shall address/use my name as Mahindra Pradhan, S/o. Deihi Ram Pradhan, in my SBI Saving bank account, and for all official purposes.

VERIFICATION I, hereby verify that the content made in paras 1 to 5 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and beliefs and nothing material is concealed therein.

DEPONENT Solemnly sworn before me.

DP-12104 NOTARY PUBLIC

IN THE COURT OF DEPUTY COMMISSIONER DIMAPUR DISTRICT HEADQUARTER CHUMUKEDIMA, CAMP : DIMAPUR : NAGALAND. NO. M 662/17/12231

NOTICE

Dated, Dimapur the 18th Nov' 17

Notice is hereby given that Shri/Smti S. Khekiho Chishi -Vrs- Vikhuli Zhimo resident of Netaji Colony Town/Village in the District of Dimapur, Nagaland under Rule 50 & 51 of Assam Land Revenue Regulation 1886 have applied for Mutation of land described in the schedule below:The undersigned under Rule 52 of the said Rules do hereby invites claims/ objections concerning to the said land, if any & should be submitted to this Court in writing on or before 18/12/17.

SCHEDULE OF LAND AND BOUNDARY

Name of Patta Holder : S. Khekiho Chishi Village /Town Block No. : Purana Bazar, Patta No. : 1742, Dag No. : 229/2395, 2221/2391, Area : 00-00-17½.

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Deputy Commissioner Dimapur : Nagaland.

national/state

Nagaland Post, Dimapur tuesday, november 21, 2017

Not possible to block Blue Whale game: Centres tells SC

NEW DELHI, Nov 20 (AGENCIES): As the tentacles of deadly online Blue Whale game is spreading across the country enticing many students to try to commit suicide, the Centre on Monday expressed its helplessness to curb the menace saying that it was not possible to evolve a mechanism to block it.

Appearing before a bench of Chief Justice Dipak Misra and Justices AM Khanwilkar and DY Chandrachud, attorney general KK Venugopal contended that the Centre had conducted many brain-storming sessions with scientists, information techonology experts, internet and social media companies but the solution of the problem remained elusive.

The government said that it did not have technological know-how to block the online game, saying “it is believed that Blue Whale game was being communicated by

Centre has informed Supreme Court that it stopping the deadly Blue Whale game was not possible.

one-to-one communication through encrypted/ secretive communication links”. Hence it is difficult to identify, intercept and analyze the contents.”

“Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) approached leading academic, R&D institutions, cyber security organisations like Indrapastha Institute of Information Technology, CDAC, Amrita University , Indian Computer Emergency Response Team(CRET-In), Data Security Council of India(DSCI) etc to find

out as to how children are accessing this game and what is the source of information. Base on their responses, MeitY was not able to find any absolute information about the source of information and the availability of the game on internet/ social media,” the government said in its affidavit.

The Centre filed its response in compliance of SC order directing it to disclose actions taken by it to quell the spread of deadly game in the country. The bench had passed the order

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‘Bodh Gaya attack was to avenge Rohingya killings’

52 PoK residents arrive in Poonch in cross-LoC bus JAMMU, Nov 20 (AGENCIES): Over 50 residents of Pakistan- occupied Kashmir (PoK) travelled by a crossLoC bus to reach Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Monday, officials said. The bus service had on November 6 resumed operations after remaining suspended for nearly four months owing to heavy shelling by Pakistani troops along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district.

“The cross-LoC bus plied as per schedule. 52 PoK residents arrived in Poonch while 14 PoK residents returned from this side after spending time with their relatives,” the officials said.

Nearly 74 PoK residents have availed the facility to visit India in the past two weeks, they said, adding the service was used notwithstanding the ceasefire violations by the Pakistan army last week.

Pakistani troops had targeted forward areas along the LoC in Poonch district for from November 15 to 18, casting a shadow of uncertainty on the cross-LoC trade and travel.

on a plea filed by advocate Sneha Kalita seeking direction to government to ban the game. The petitioner told the court that there was need to immediate ban and make awareness about Blue Whale game amongst the people specially, youngsters and at least 200 people had committed suicide after playing the online game.

It said that the Centre had held discussion with Facebook, Google and other companies but they also expressed their inability to block the game.

“Specific information like website address/Internet Protocol Address/RL details are required to block/ remove the content/Apps on Internet. In the Blue Whale game there is no formal application, website or URL. Hence it is very little scope for using technical solutions to identify or bloc the game. It is submitted that keyword based filtering would affect the other genuine information linked with such word,” it said.

New Delhi, Nov 20 (AGENCIES): The Juvenile Justice Board that held an 18-year-old boy guilty of planting explosives at the Bodh Gaya temple complex in Bihar in 2013 has said the attack was to avenge the atrocities against Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar.

The juvenile placed a bomb under the 80-ft statue of Gautama Buddha at the revered temple complex as “Buddhists from all over the world used to come there and a message will be sent to all,” an order of the juvenile court that convicted the boy of terrorist activities said.

The board sentenced him to three years in a remand home on October 11.

A monk from Thailand, a prime witness in the case, told National Investigation Agency (NIA) officials that he became suspicious when he saw one of the accused doing the “wrong parikrama [rituals]” at the temple complex. A copy of the order available with The Hindu says three months later, the accused planned another series of explosions at Gandhi Maidan in Patna during an

SC allows Karti Chidambaram to go abroad ‘70k educated unemployed tive agency.

Although the Madras HC had stayed the LOC, the order was overruled by the apex court. The CBI has alleged that Karti had received commission in irregular FIPB approval for foreign investment to INX Media in 2007, when his father P Chidambaram was the Union finance minister.

As Additional Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the CBI, said that Karti could be allowed to go abroad for few days, a bench of Chief Justice Dipak Mishra and Justices A M Khanwilkar permitted

him to leave the country.

“Keeping in view the note submitted by Additional Solicitor General wherein he has expressed that he has taken instructions for allowing Karti P Chidambaram to leave the country on certain terms and conditions, it is directed that he is permitted to go to United Kingdom for the purpose of admitting his daughter during December 1 to December 10 and he shall file an affidavit with regard to grant or non-grant of admission after his return before this court,” the bench said.

Mallya extradition hearing confirmed for 8 days from Dec 4

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

DIRECTORATE OF HEALTH & FAMILY WELFARE NAGALAND HEALTH PROJECT

(From p1) However, he said the college felt that it was not sufficient until theory was applied in practice and thereby the college proposed to start empowering students through skill development and entrepreneurship training.

Resource persons who would be taking part in the event include-- district project officer Land resource to speak on Coffee plantation; deputy chief veterinary officer, Dr. Vilatuo Rutsa will present on Piggery; deputy director fisheries, Neitho-o Kuotsu to speak on fishery; deputy director horticulture will speak on horticulture and vice principal Oriental College, Gopal Chetri would speak on entrepreneurship.

Meanwhile, list of trades as part of the event include-- electrical fittings, knitting, food processing, dolls and ornament making, mushroom cultivation, painting and farming, baking, floriculture and handicrafts and carpentry.

NAGALAND: KOHIMA No.NHP/Procurement-VI/2017/616

Dated: Kohima 17th Nov 2017

CORRIGENDUM NOTICE-1

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Last week, the defence provided the prosecution with their skeleton arguments, in response to the prosecution case.

Speaking for the Crown Prosecution Service barrister Arron Watksins said the ball was now in the government’s court, when it came to providing a skeleton response ahead of the hearing by next week.

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Dated Kohima, the 20th Nov. 2017

This is to once again inform all Private School that orders for Naga Heritage Textbooks (MIL) in all 18 dialects for Classes I-V and Naga Heritage Studies (English) to be used in lieu of Alternative English from Class-V onwards should be placed with Heritage Publishing House, Near DABA Duncan Bosti, Dimapur # 9436602654/03862-248431/Email hph.dmp@gmail.com.

Order may be placed latest by the 28th November 2017.

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New Delhi, Nov 20 (AGENCIES): The 8-day extradition hearing of Vijay Mallya is set to commence on December 4, the judge presiding the case at Westminster Magistrates Court confirmed on Monday, following a final brief case management hearing on India’s efforts to extradite the businessman. The trial will commence with a first day of opening arguments and witness testimony in the afternoon.

The court is yet to decide on a suggestion from the judge about whether written closing submissions -- which Chief Magistrate Emma Arbuthnot is known to prefer in cases she hears -- would be filed in December at the end of the case or in January. The defence objected to the suggestion, arguing that delaying it to January could be used by the prosecution to introduce fresh material -- evidential or non evidential. “We want to draw a line with the material that comes through,” said barrister Clare Montgomery, appearing for Mallya,, who is pushing for a decision from the court by December 24.

“Things have a habit of popping up,” Arbuthnot concurred, leaving the option open for when the written closing arguments were to be submitted. The defence previously criticized the introduction of supplemental money-laundering charges, which led to Mallya’s re-arrest, and re-release on bail in early October.

A number of case management hearings have taken place since Mallya’s arrest in April. Efforts by the defence to push the trial hearing to January in previous hearings did not succeed and the timetable remains the same despite fresh evidence introduced to the case last month.

in Nagaland as of July’

of Lord Buddha. Haidar Ali proceeded towards the Mahabodhi complex, changed to a monk’s attire and first planted a bomb at Animesh Lochan temple, the second at Mahabodhi tree, the third under an ambulance and the fourth at a small temple.

The bombs were timed to explode between 6 a.m. and 7 a.m.,” the Board’s order said. The accused, residents of Ranchi and Raipur, came together to avenge the killings of Muslims in the 2002 Gujarat riots and were also affected by the civil war in Yemen.

Haidar Ali, who was associated with the banned Students Islamic Movement of India, “drew a map of the temple and decided to plant the explosives early in the morning as Buddhists and local people would be present in large numbers to offer prayers,” the order said. Ali was closely linked to the Indian Mujahideen.

“The Board’s order was the first judgment in the Bodh Gaya and Patna blast cases.

The case against the other accused is pending trial,” an NIA official said.

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NEW DELHI, Nov 20 (AGENCIES): The Supreme Court on Monday allowed Karti Chidambaram to go to United Kingdom from December 1 to 10 to get his daughter admitted to Cambridge University but directed him to give an undertaking that he would return to face probe in a payoff case registered against him by the CBI. Chidambaram was barred from leaving the country as CBI had issued ‘Look Out Circular’ against him on June 16. He had since been fighting a legal battle against the investiga-

electoral rally of Narendra Modi, then Gujarat Chief Minister and NDA’s prime ministerial candidate. Six people were killed and 89 injured in the explosions.

Myanmar, a Buddhist country, has seen the exodus of thousands of Rohingya Muslims from the Rakhine province over the past several decades. Before this year’s exodus, the mass migration intensified in 2012-13 when hundreds of Rohingya fled to neighbouring countries, including India.

On July 7, 2013, the juvenile and other accused planted 13 bombs at the Maha Bodhi temple complex. Two monks were injured and three unexploded bombs were recovered.

One of the accused, Haidar Ali, told the NIA that on the day of the blast, he along with the juvenile and others came from Ranchi and had 13 bombs with them. “Two accused — Mujibullah and Imtiyaz — got down at the monastery.

The juvenile and another accused, Tarique Ansari, were directed to put the bomb under the 80-ft statue

NAGALAND PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION KOHIMA NO.NPSC/EXAM-6/69(VOL-II)

Dated Kohima, the 20th November, 2017

NOTIFICATION With reference to the Nagaland Public Service Commission's Advertisement No.NPSC-1/2017 dt. 27.07.2017, this is to notify all the candidates that Item No. 3. 3( Three) posts of Stenographers Grade-III (Class-III Non-Gazetted) under Power Department, Nagaland, Kohima has been withdrawn from the advertisement. The examination for the same scheduled to be held on 21-11-2017 at 12:00 Noon, 01:30 P.M. and 03:00 P.M. stands cancelled. This is in compliance to the Power Department's letter no. NO.PWR/ESTT-90/16 dt. 17.11.2017.

Application Form and Examination fees will be refunded to those candidates who have applied for Item No. 3 Only.

Examination for Item No. 1 Stenographer Grade-II(Jr.) under Nagaland Information Commission and Item No.2 Stenographer Grade-III Under Home Department SAB(A) will be held as scheduled.

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OPINiON/EDITORIAL

Nagaland Post Vol. XXVII NO. 347 Dimapur, Tuesday, November 21, 2017

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Ranting over rating

ndia’ s economy, is growing at a pace that is the slowest in the last three years. Jobs are being lost. In fact since 2014 there has been a negative decline of 14 per cent in jobs. Modi had promised to create one crore jobs every year if he came to power but since 2014 hardly 2.31 lakh jobs were created.

Job creation in India is not expected to pick up pace in 2017 and 2018 as unemployment rises slightly, representing a near stagnation in percentage terms.

Inflation is threatening to pick up. There are few takers for bank loans. Consumer confidence is down.

Jobs are still hard to come by because the economic growth has slowed down from around 6.1 per cent during January-March this year to 5.7 per cent for April-June. The economy had shown promises of hitting the 8 per cent point after it recorded 7.9 per cent during the same quarter in 2016. By some strange logic the Modi government had caused the disruption when things were looking good by the surgical strike on the people on November 8,2016 through demonetisation where 86% of currency in circulation were made illegal. Though the political aspect which may have fixed political rivals may have worked wonderfully, the cost over weighed the benefits and its negative effect is still being felt. But good times are yet to come for many Indians. On the contrary, their lives and livelihoods were disrupted by the sudden decision Modi took on November 8 last year to demonetise high-denomination currency notes thereby making illegal 86 percent of the total currency in circulation. Probably not caring about the suffering caused, the government compounded the struggles of Indians citizens, especially small traders, with a trouble-plagued rollout of a radically new system of indirect taxation - the goods and services tax (GST) - from June 1 onwards. The economy was moving in the right direction and growing at close to eight percent in 2014 and 2015, making it the “fastest growing” among the major economies of the world, overtaking China. After the shattering caused by demonetisation and GST, the government continues to defend these indefensible decisions. However, instead of facing the challenges head on, the government has made claims that the little pain should be welcome as the eventual gains would be worth it. However, many observers of the Indian economy believe that the latest GDP figures given by the government were exaggerated, as the government tweaked the methodology of calculating national income statistics in 2016. Modi had said that the GDP growth rate would be as per the prediction of the RBI at 7.7 per cent. Former Finance Minister Yashwant Sinha has claimed that the actual GDP growth rate could be two percentage points lower than what has been put out. Though belonging to the same political party, Sinha has questioned Modi and his Finance Minister Arun Jaitley’s stewardship of the Indian economy. Amid all the heated debate over the negative impact of the sudden announcement of demonetisation on November 8,2016 and late the GST on July 1,2017 Moody’s an international rating firm upgraded India from Baa3 to Baa2 and changed the outlook on the rating to stable from positive after a gap of 13 years. The upgrade was as curious as the debate over the economy and growth rate and under such an environment, it should be worrying.

DailyDevotion The Forgiveness of God In Him we have…the forgiveness of sins…

—Ephesians 1:7 Beware of the pleasant view of the fatherhood of God: God is so kind and loving that of course He will forgive us. That thought, based solely on emotion, cannot be found anywhere in the New Testament.

The only basis on which God can forgive us is the tremendous tragedy of the Cross of Christ. To base our forgiveness on any other ground is unconscious blasphemy. The only ground on which God can forgive our sin and reinstate us to His favor is through the Cross of Christ. There is no other way! Forgiveness, which is so easy for us to accept, cost the agony at Calvary. We should never take the forgiveness of sin, the gift of the Holy Spirit, and our sanctification in simple faith, and then forget the enormous cost to God that made all of this ours.

Forgiveness is the divine miracle of grace. The cost to God was the Cross of Christ. To forgive sin, while remaining a holy God, this price had to be paid.

Never accept a view of the fatherhood of God if it blots out the atonement. The revealed truth of God is that without the atonement He cannot forgive— He would contradict His nature if He did. The only way we can be forgiven is by being brought back to God through the atonement of the Cross. God’s forgiveness is possible only in the supernatural realm.

Compared with the miracle of the forgiveness of sin, the experience of sanctification is small.

Sanctification is simply the wonderful expression or evidence of the forgiveness of sins in a human life.

But the thing that awakens the deepest fountain of gratitude in a human being is that God has forgiven his sin. Paul never got away from this. Once you realize all that it cost God to forgive you, you will be held as in a vise, constrained by the love of God.

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Don’t limit a child to your own learning, for he was born in another time. ~ Rabindranath Tagore

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n a country like India, it is odd that we should have so many couples going to doctors complaining about their inability to have children. A number of men, predictably, put the blame on their wives.

But when family pressure forces them to take tests, then it is usually the man who has a low sperm count.

This is not God’s will, as the family priest would say.

This could be a direct result of your diet.

Diet has a huge impact on sperm count and its quality. Diets high in meat and dairy are not just bad for waistlines, they have a negative impact below the waist. They lower sperm count, size, shape and concentration.

Advice from doctors, to men with fertility problems, ranges from stopping smoking, wearing looser underpants, keeping laptops away from laps and having less sex so that the sperm build up. But the most important part involves the GIGO principle: Garbage In, Garbage Out. The Director of the Men’s Health Clinic, Wake Forest University, Dr. Ryan Terlecki says that “We’ve noticed that fertility has been decreasing over the last several decades. Most men have never even heard that anything in their diet could impact sperm count.”

A large body of research suggests that the foods you pile on your plate may play a role in the number of sperm you have (count), whether they’re normally shaped (morphology), and how well they move (motility).

In 2006 a paper presented by Kochman, Herko,

Brewer, Andolina and Song from the University of Rochester showed the link (“Dietary antioxidants and sperm quality in infertile men: Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine”): Infertile men were twice as likely to have a low intake of fruits and vegetables compared with fertile men. Specifically: men with the lowest intake had lower sperm motility than men with higher intakes. Simply eating fruit and vegetables improved fertility. A 2011 Brazilian study found that men who ate more whole grains – such as wheat, oats, and barley – had higher sperm concentrations.

Three more studies published in Fertility and Sterility said the same thing and this time cheese and dairy products joined the semen destroying list.

Whole milk may leave you with a fraction of the healthy sperm you should have. Young men who eat two servings of full-fat dairy — especially cheese and whole milk — per day tend to have fewer motile sperm, according to a 2013 study in Human Reproduction.

Studies have found that men who eat more fruits and vegetables have better sperm quality (Afeiche, Bridges, Williams et al. Dairy intake and semen quality among men attending a fertility clinic.

2014. Mendiola J, TorresCantero , Vioque, et al. A low intake of antioxidant nutrients is associated with poor semen quality in patients attending fertility clinics. Braga, Halpern, Figueira , Setti, Iaconelli,

Nagaland Post, Dimapur TuesDAY, November 21, 2017

Direct result of diet Borges. Food intake and social habits in male patients and its relationship to intracytoplasmic sperm injection outcomes.) A recent Harvard study found that increasing meat and dairy products by just 5 percent could lower the sperm count by 38 percent. (Attaman, Toth , Furtado, Campos, Hauser, Chavarro JE. Dietary fat and semen quality among men attending a fertility clinic. Hum Reprod..): In a 2014 Harvard study, men who consumed the most processed meat had 23 percent fewer normal sperm than guys who ate it sparingly. In another 2014 study, published in the journal Epidemiology, the same researchers found that eating processed meat was associated with lower sperm count.

The latest study of 99 sperm donors done by the Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School led by Dr. Jill Attaman, a reproductive endocrinologist at DartmouthHitchcock Medical Center, showed how diets influence sperm. Those with the highest saturated fat (from meat and dairy) had a 43% lower sperm count than those with the lowest intake. Reduction of fat in the diet not only improved

general health but their reproductive ability.

Denmark ranks 185th in the birth rate out of 221 countries and its population is shrinking rapidly.

But is it a conscious decision to stop having children or something else? A study, conducted by researchers at Rigshospitalet Copenhagen University National Hospital and published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, suggests that the reasons for the low birth rate may be the shrinking sperm counts in Danish men because of their diet.

701 young Danish men took part in the study giving diet information and sperm samples for military checkups. Researchers, led

by Dr. Tina Jensen, found that men who consumed the most saturated fat – meat and cheese – had a 41% lower sperm concentration than men who ate less. Men who consumed 15% of their calories from saturated fat had a sperm concentration of 45 million per millilitre with a sperm count of 128 million, while those who got only 11% of their calories from saturated fat had a sperm concentration of 50 million per millilitre with a sperm count of 163 million. Eighteen percent of the men who ate the most saturated fat fell below the

WHO’s definition of normal sperm concentration.

A similar study in France, where diets are also high in meats and cheese, found that sperm concentrations have fallen from an average of 74 million per millilitre in 1989 to about 50 million in 2005.

Replacing meat with plant-based protein can reduce infertility risk in women, according to a study in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Simply put: a frequent consumption of meat leads to a decrease in successful pregnancy and fertilized egg implantation.

Women who eat Heme iron are 40% more at risk for infertility than women who eat nonheme iron— the kind found in lentils and spinach (Chavarro JE, Rich-Edwards JW, Rosner BA, Willett WC. Iron intake and risk of ovulatory infertility. 2006).

Higher cholesterol levels caused by meat intake have been shown to prevent or delay pregnancy, according to a study by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. (Schisterman, Mumford, Browne, Barr, Chen, Louis. Lipid concentrations and couple fecundity: the LIFE study.

J Clin Endocrinol Metab.

2014) Studies have found falling sperm counts in many countries around the world with diets newly rich in saturated fats as a result of improving economies and the ready availability of fast foods.

Other lifestyle changes include eating organic. In a study presented at the 2014 American Society

Post-mortem

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Summons, summons, summons!

on’t we Nagas just l o ve o u r “ S u m mons”, we summon everyone in our Newspapers at the drop of a hat. But as with everything else we do, we copy what people do without knowing why we do it. But what is a, “Summons”? Who is authorised to issue one? And what obligates the addressee of a Summons to obey one?

To my knowledge, a summons is a call to a person to appear before a Court of Law, either as a party to a Legal Proceeding or as a witness thereof. And only the Guardians of the Law are Statutatorily authorised to issue Summons. That means only a Constitutionally recognised Entity is authorised to issue a Legally binding Summons.

That means that I have to obey a Summons by a Court of Law or may be punished for disobeying such a summon.

Conversely, any person or

body may issue a summons, but there is no obligation on the part of the adressee to obey the summon.

Nagas have been playing fast and loose with Article 371A, which allows us the use of our Customs and Traditions, to hide every sin under the sun and commit all sorts of illegal proceedings. I may be summoned by my Village Council on any matter under customary law, but my Village Council cannot summon a person from another village, unless the person happens to be a permanent resident of my village; for that person falls under the jurisdiction of his Village Council, not mine.

In such cases, a joint sitting of the concerned Village Councils or a formal case in the Customary Law Court is the only solution.

Similarly, my Tribal Council can judge me according to Sumi Custom-

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ary Law, but a person from another tribe is outside the perview of Sumi Customary Law; so, in Inter-Tribal disputes, the Tribal Councils of both Tribes must have a joint sitting to resolve any dispute, if the judgement is to have any semblance of justice, or if it is to carry any weight in an appeal.

In the case of unions and associations, they have no legal right to issue summons to any person or entity, except to members of their own bodies. And even in the latter case, there is no legal obligation to obey the summons; so a student body can only issue summons to its own members and even if the summon is disobeyed, all that the union can do is expell the member from its union.

But most important of all, a Summons has to be “Delivered” to the person concerned, with acknowl-

edgement of receipt, as far as humanly possible. Publication of a summons to a person in our daily newspapers, without first attempting to deliver the summons personally, is illegal. It tarnishes the image of the concerned person, at best, and amounts to character assassination, at worst. The publisher of such a summons is liable to sued for defamation.

So, I appeal to all our Councils, Unions and Associations to kindly stop publishing summons in newspapers. Nagaland is a small place where anybody can contact anybody, let us use our newspapers for news, not as a platform to vent our petty spites and grudges.

G o d s ave o u r N a galand Kahuto Chishi Sumi Akukau, Hevishe Village, Khaghaboto Range, Dimapur, (Kahuto107@gmail.com)

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for Reproductive Medicine Annual Meeting, men who consumed the most pesticide residues, consistently in their food, had 64 percent fewer normal sperm and 70 percent fewer motile sperm than men who took in the least.

Drinking alcohol may have a negative impact on sperm concentration and motility, according to a 2012 Brazilian study of men seeking fertility treatments. A Danish study found even a modest but habitual alcohol intake may compromise sperm quality. A much better alternative is pomegranate juice. In a Turkish study, male rats given pomegranate juice on a daily basis experienced a boost in sperm count and motility.

The purple juice is a rich source of antioxidants, like vitamin C, and although this was an animal study, other research has linked a high intake of antioxidants in men to better semen quality.

In a new Brazilian study of 189 healthy thin young men, published in Human Reproduction, regularly drinking sugarsweetened drinks — slightly more than a serving per day — was linked to poorer sperm motility. If you need a shot of sugar, make it from fruit which, in the study, was positively related to sperm quality.

So, if you want to increase your chances of having children, eat your vegetables and fruit, specially lentils and spinach, and ditch the dairy and meat. To join the animal welfare movement contact gandhim@nic.in, www. peopleforanimalsindia.org

Dr. Shurhozelie’s clarion call

am immensely pleased to come across in the local media your call to all former NPF leaders to come back to the party fold headed by you.

Your clarion call is a matured and far-sighted decision befitting a statement and experienced politician like yourself who has been a committed regionalist all your life. This call clearly reflects your deep and sincere concern for the regional party. The Naga people’s Front, and also your determination to ensure true reconciliation in the larger interest of the party.

I would like to take this opportunity to make the right decision to join you at the general convention 2017 called by you in conformity with the directive of the election commission of India.

At the same time, I also take this opportunity to hand over my resignation from the membership of the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party and seek renewal of my membership in the Naga People’s Front.

I assure you of my sincere and dedicated services to you and the party and therefore, beseech you to favourably consider my request to admit me back to the party.

S. Heno, Ex-MLA, 57th Thonoknyu A/C

Reader’s Post

n a discussion about seto nation or state rules of engagement in the facilities etc. For any Naga ting up of Lok ayukta is free from prob- intrinsic factor of prelude; the remark would go as, in Nagaland between lems but having said the antecedent; the humil- “blame your own politicians Chief Minister and ACAUT leaders on 17th November that, the monstrosity of ity; the indignity; consider- for the mess.”The remark 2017, the Chief Minister argued problem of the Nagas are ing the fact that almost the would be close but then that the State might not be able second to none, and the updaters are synchronizing what about the bureaucrats to get a retired Judge of the current attitude of the pow- inheriting civilized inherent. and the other public “serSupreme Court or High Court ers that be, doesn’t seem to This article highlights some vants” (sic), who care less Sir, The so-called name “Nagaland for Christ” to head the Institution. Further, delve towards sanctity for of the major distortions in of attendance or performing was declared in 1954 for the first time in Nagaland eradication in the least or our socio-political features assigned tasks—which is he buttressed his point by claiming that it might not be good paving way for any concur- for us to observe and realize to facilitate a bridge for the and gradually gained momentum from May 6, 1959 onwards when Ao, C. E convention was to get outsiders for the Nagas. rence that streamlines the the necessity for conceiving central schemes to remubeing held at Changtonia. It earns its distinction dynamics necessitated for an outcome so that our curnerate the poor public and On this issue, the contentions the resurrection of the exrent problems would surface help them attain sustainable at the cost of its pioneers after great suffering, of the Chief Minister is devoid miseries and sacrifices where more than 90% of altation our ancestors held the zenith of its transient economy. Only that, both of truth and substance. So our its populous is Christian. high, into more modernized affliction from our society. the bureaucrat and the MLA people should not be confused The ongoing sit-in protest by the PCC, and civilized interpretation.

The eastern divide: play cohesive pivotal role in ACAUT and PSAN supported by other NGOs with such irrelevant and untenShould there be persistent The demand for a Frontier assuming the funds at their at Nagaland civil secretariat gate is the step at the able arguments.

Factually, there is no inducement to the powers Nagaland that surged up disposal, as though it had right time and measure taken to curb prodigies dearth of getting a Naga Su- that be, to realize the fre- to peak during 2015 and been sanctioned for them. of corruption at all levels, thwarting increasing quency the perception of the reasons pertaining and The entire system is flawed preme Court or High Court the citizens is vibrating at. necessitated the ENPO to and unless a new structure lawlessness action and pressing for undue delay Judge because the Nagas are in introducing and passing the Lokayukta Bill in The Naga unity today is envisage a possibility to fortunate to have retired Su- conceivably irregular and seek out for better refuge with innovative and mod- the Nagaland assembly and stopping illegal appreme Court and High Court at the expense of it, exists for the general interest of ernized like-minded leaders pointments being made with complete disregard Judges like Justice H.K. Sema impermanence the liberty its people is comprehended are instilled to pioneer and to meritorious and genuine candidates. Now that and Justice Zelre Angami. They (personal and economic) by all Nagas alike. It is impact, for the next genera- unethical deeds, wrong doings and misdeeds are are competent learned Judges and freedom we breathe in a fact that the infrastruc- tions to follow suit, it would at the height of its peaks and reached the condiwith unquestionable integrity and express. We stand not tural conditions are more be fictitious to aspire under tion of saturation in the land of (Nagaland for and high moral standard. united for the mere reason deplorable and the people the same carriage of flaws, Christ) leaving behind the value and principles of Therefore, the question of in the lack of innovation there are deprived of basic be it under Nagaland or in Christian, the NSCA highly appreciate and wish difficulty in getting a Naga to inherent among the pow- comfort and luxury of hav- Frontier Nagaland. all success of the ongoing sit-in demonstration.

(To be concluded) man such an important post ers and the divest nature of ing a well means of transDr. S. Imkong Tushi Ao president does not arise.

Liberal Democratic typical that display unset portation factors; public Nagaland Senior Citizens Association (NSCA) People of Nagaland hindsight pertaining to the and healthcare services and and general secretary S. Ghunakha Swu Ruguozelhou Reader’s note: Articles or letters published in any of the columns do not reflect the view of this newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

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nations on December 5, the list of valid candidatures will be put out on the same day at 3:30 pm. Party sources said Gandhi, the 47-year-old vice president, is likely to be the sole candidate in the fray and is “deemed to be the next party chief ” on December 5, a few days before the Gujarat Assembly polls. Polling for the two- phase election is to be held on December 9 and 14. Counting of votes and declaration of results will take place on December 19, Mullapally Ramachandran, the chairman of the Congress’ central election authority, told reporters after the CWC meeting.

A contest, however, seems unlikely. Rahul Gandhi was appointed Congress vice president in 2013 and speculation about his elevation has been rife for quite some time, particularly after

Sonia began keeping indifferent health. For a long time, Rahul Gandhi was said to be reluctant about assuming the reins of the party, and it was only at an interaction with students and faculty of the University of California, Berkeley, in the US in September this year that he said he was ready for the job.

“I am absolutely ready to do that,” he said, responding a question. The imminent promotion of Rahul Gandhi was hailed by several Congress leaders, but panned by the ruling BJP. Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh said the proposed elevation was a step in the right direction which would help revive the party ahead of the 2016 Lok Sabha elections. “It is time to pass on the baton of the party affairs into the able hands of Rahul Gandhi, who is mature

Former Union Minister Priya Ranjan Dasmunsi dead NEW DELHI, NOV 20 (IANS): Veteran Congress leader and former Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Priya Ranjan Dasmunsi, who was in coma since 2008, died on Monday at Apollo Hospital here, doctors said.

He was 72.

“He died at 12.10 p.m. today (Monday). He had been critically ill for the past one month and unfortunately succumbed to his illness,” said Apollo Hospital in a statement.

He is survived by his wife Deepa Dasmunsi and son Priyadeep Dasmunsi who were at his bedside at the time of his passing, it said. Dasmunsi had suffered a brain stroke in 2008 and was admitted to AIIMS. Later he was shifted to home, and in 2009 he was admitted to Apollo Hospital here. The stroke left him paralysed and unable to speak. Blood supply to a

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part of Dasmunsi’s brain was cut off causing irreversible damage. All basic life functions like breathing, blood pressure, sleep-awake cycle were stable but he was not conscious of his surroundings.

He was a Member of Parliament from 1999 to 2009. He served as the Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minister of Information and Broadcasting from 2004 to 2008, during the first term of the Manmohan Singhled UPA government.

Dasmunsi was heading the Indian football governing body at the time of his

stroke in 2008, which led to Praful Patel taking over as president.

Sonia condoles Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Monday condoled the demise of senior leader Priya Ranjan Dasmunsi, saying it is an “irreparable loss” to the party.

Dasmunsi, who was in coma since 2008, passed away at a hospital here on Monday. He was 72.

His body will be taken to the Congress headquarters on Akbar Road here, where top party leaders including its vice president Rahul Gandhi will pay their homage.

In her condolence message, Sonia Gandhi described Dasmunsi as a “devout” political activist and “one of the tallest” leaders of West Bengal. She said Dasmunsi served the party and government “illustriously”.

PMS probe: SIT holds meeting D I M A P U R , N OV 2 0 (NPN): Special Investigation Team (SIT) which was constituted to probe into the alleged misuse of Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) fund for the students under Ministry of Tribal Affairs held its first meeting on November 20 in the office of IG (INT) In a press note, IGP (INT) and SIT chairman, Renchamo P. Kikon said that the meeting was held with Eastern Nagaland College Students Union (ENCSU) executives to get first hand information on the grievances of the students’ community.

F u r t h e r, S I T h a s sought inputs from ENCSU and other stakeholders so as to enable the SIT to expeditiously probe the matter within the stipulated time frame.

Simon Kelio, vice principal, SM college and convener of DUCCF speaking at NEISSR’s conference hall on November 17.

DIMAPUR: Dimapur Christian Forum (DCF) in collaboration with Peace Channel organised 2nd consultative meet for clean election in Dimapur at North-East Institute of Social Science & Research (NEISSR) conference hall on November 17.

The purpose of the meeting was to find out ways to collaborate with churches, GBs as well as chairmen of various colonies for clean election through the pledge stickers.

Keynote speaker, vice principal, SM college and convener Dimapur Urban Council Chairmen Federation (DUCCF) Simon Kelio introduced the concept of the pledge stickers and shared the implementation plan for clean election through the pledge stickers.

He said that the sticker was an initiative of DUCCF, GB union and churches.

Kelio elucidated that the sticker would be distributed to all unit churches,

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It was also put forward during the discussion that the culture of praying for the candidate by pastors during election was necessary despite the incorrect notion of some individuals.

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Earlier, the meeting was moderated by secretary DCF, father Chacko K, invocation was pronounced by reverend Paphino, welcome address by chairman DCF, reverend R.P. Murry.

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On suggestion by the speaker, the house unanimously decided the stickers would be blessed on November 26. The house also suggested that members present refrain from declaring any particular candidate as a favorite of a ward, vil-

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NEW DELHI, NOV 20 (PTI): Rahul Gandhi Monday looked set to take over the reins of the party from his mother on December 5, days ahead of the crucial Gujarat Assembly polls, with the Congress Working Committee (CWC) approving the schedule for the party president’s election.

The CWC, the party’s highest decision making body, met here Monday and approved the schedule for the much-awaited election to the top party post, which has been occupied by Sonia Gandhi for a record 19 years since 1998, when she replaced Sitaram Kesri. The election process will kick off on December 1 with the beginning of filing of nominations. The last date for nominations is December 4, until 3 pm.

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DIMAPUR: The BJP Peren district along with the 6th Tening mandal held touring programme range-wise from November 14 to 18 at Tening, Nsong, Nbaulwa, Athibung and Kebai range respectively.

A press release from BJP Peren president, Huzantadbo Meriam stated that as speaker in the programme, he highlighted the importance of booth level committee and the working strategy of the committee.

He said that the BJP has a strong stand with the clean election initiated by NBCC as the BPJ itself was an anti-corruption government. He further asserted that BJP wass not a religious group but purely a political party.

He declared that the party ticket would be given to a candidate based on their work from grassroots level surveyed by mandal and district team and the front line. He also assured that BJP would form the government beyond 2024 in the central and would soon happen in Nagaland as well.

The party also assured that candidates in both Tening and Peren A/c would be set up at the public support and interest of the party.

He also briefed about booth level committee in the month of December and appealed the agents and coordinators to submit their report before November 30.

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and competent enough to lead the Congress into the next Lok Sabha elections,” Amarinder told reporters in Chandigarh.

Congress MP Renuka Chowdhary said Rahul Gandhi’s elevation as the party’s president would have a positive impact on the organisation.

The former Union minister, however, said his promotion would not lead to the party’s old guard getting “thrown by the wayside”.

The BJP, however, took a swipe at the development.

“Can an ordinary booth level worker aspire to be the national president of the Congress? Or is the post reserved only for the family? Is it possible even for a state level leader to even aspire to be considered for the post,” senior BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad said in the national capital.

The Union minister cited the examples of BJP chief Amit Shah and his predecessors Nitin Gadkari and Rajnath Singh who were all ordinary booth-level workers in the party before they went on to head it. Another Union minister Giriraj Singh said,” The Congress has now become a private limited company”.

As the Congress got ready for a generational shift, the party’s communication department chief Randeep Surjewala said Sonia Gandhi would continue to guide the organisation.

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The upward trend would continue in coming months as egg production is likely to be lower by 25-30 per cent this year, he said. “Egg prices have increased significantly as many poultry farms have reduced production for the current year because they did not get better rates last year,” Katri told PTI. In 2016-17, egg prices at the farm gate level (wholesale) were ruling below Rs 4 per piece in view of higher domestic output while the cost of production had stood at Rs 3.50 per piece, he said.

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tising spend was on digital followed by e-commerce, telecom, technology, banking and financial services and insurance companies,” it added.

The survey highlighted that the digital advertisement industry is growing rapidly as there is a growth in digital communication devices around the world, and the increase in smartphones, tablets is enabling advertisers to reach a wider audience.

“The digital advertisements are flexible and can be adapted for any kind of device like television, laptop, tablet or smartphone,” the report said. The two-way interactive capability and the ability to customise the ad for target audience also made digital advertisements more effective, it added.

Handicrafts, T Rollee Vareishim highlighted the importance of empowering the youth and artisans through handicrafts schemes from the ministry of Textiles DC (H). Also speaking at the seminar were Mofidul Hussain and Dhruba Jyoti Barman.

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D i m a p u r , N ov 2 0 (NPN): The two-day seminar on export promotion, marketing and design development got underway Monday at Holiday OKI, Kohima. The workshop is being organized by Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts, New Delhi under NERTPS (North Eastern Promotion Schemes), and sponsored and supported by the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) under the supervision of Marketing and Service Extension Centre, Office of DC (H) Kohima.

Speaking at the seminar, assistant director of Development Commissioner

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New Delhi, Nov 20 (IANS): Riding on growing demand for smartphones and falling data prices, digital advertising spend in the country is likely to rise to Rs 13,000 crore ($2 billion)

by December 2018 at annual growth rate of 35 per cent, a survey said here on Monday.

According to the Assocham-KPMG joint study, the digital ad spending is expected to witness an exponential increase from the current level of Rs 9,800 crore due to widespread availability of 3G/4G services and the on-going surge in internet penetration in the country. “The digital advertising spend was estimated to be around Rs 7,500 crore at the end of 2016,” the survey noted. “Around 50 per cent of their overall adver-

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increased regulation of real estate development practices,” PwC India’s tax and regulatory services partner Anish Sanghvi said.

He said high-end residential oversupply is another ongoing problem, causing most foreign investors to shy away from the sector altogether.

“Most international investors prefer commercial property in India, with cap rates averaging between 8.5 and 8.75 per cent. While the supply of affordable homes increased in last three quarters, investors remain cautious about affordable housing as an asset class,” he said, adding land availability at affordable prices, single-window approvals and time overruns still continue to be a challenge.

“With most high-quality pre-existing assets already accounted for, international funds are turning increasingly to build-to-core projects, affordable housing and other opportunistic investments,” PwC India partner Parliamentary secretary flood and irrigation control, for real estate tax practices Tovihoto Ayemi inaugurating shoe store “Shoe Planet” at Marwaripatti, Dimapur on Monday. (NP) Bhairav Dalal said.

Workshop on CLSS India’s digital ad spend held at Mokokchung may hit Rs 13k crore by 2018 Dimapur, Nov 20 (NPN): A state level workshop on Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS) under Pradhan Mantri Awas YojanaHousing for All (Urban) was held at Hotel Metsuben, Mokokchung on November 13.

The workshop was organized by Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) in collaboration with Department of Municipal Affairs, Government of Nagaland and Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, Government of India.

Administrators and representatives of 12 towns councils and bank officials attended the workshop where Dr. S. Deka, regional chief, HUDCO Dimapur and Ar. Kijum Jini, AGM, HUDCO were the key resource persons. A brief introduction of the mission was presented by Kevilenuo Solo, assistant director, Municipal Affairs and Nodal Officer for PMAY-HFA (U).

Dr. Deka spoke in detail about the Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS) of the mission and the current status of CLSS applicants in the State. He also encouraged the Public Lending Institutions (PLIs) to come forward and cooperate in making the scheme a success in Nagaland.

and director of Livingstone Foundation Junior High Ani Yepthomi were the special guests for the event. Bambi Kevichusa and Lezo Putsero were the resource persons.

The event concluded with native musical fest.

On the first day, Chief Executive Officer of NE8X, a consultancy agency based in Guwahati, Assam, and the Northeast India’s first exclusive start-up accelerator platform for community convention, Roy Riddhinil and Axis Bank officials from Dimapur interacted with the students. Dog show and fashion shows were also organized during the conclave.

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The event was held under the slogan ‘Support local’ to enhance traditional marketing style by bringing together all the existing local owned businesses and enterprise.

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While Mumbai ranks 12th in the list of preferred investment destination for 2018--massively down from the second rank last year, and it stands at the 8th slot in terms of development prospects.

Similarly, Bengaluru and New Delhi stand at 15th and 20th position respectively in the investment destination ranking against 1 and 13 respectively last year, while they are at the 16th and 18th positions respectively, on the development destination ranking.

The survey has found out that retail assets are now a popular play, with a number of platforms or portfolio deals either already completed or in the works.

The average appreciation in rentals has been anything between 8 and 10 per cent per annum, higher compared to office space, which is growing 5-7 per cent. “Residential space continues to suffer, due to regulatory reforms that include note-ban, GST and

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M u m ba i , N ov 2 0 (PTI): Implementation of the goods and services tax (GST) and the last year’s note-ban have not only created liquidity issues for the real estate sector but also impacted investment and development prospects of the cities, thereby pulling down their rankings, a report has said.

As per a survey conducted jointly by the Urban Land Institute and consultancy PwC, the initial effects of demonetisation and GST reforms reflected in the investment and development prospects of the country’s cities which have moved out from the premier positions of last year.

The report, titled ‘Emerging trends in real estate-- Asia Pacific 2018’, is based on the opinions of over 600 realty professionals including investors.

“Investments, specifically into affordable housing in the country, continues to be strategic in nature and offers massive scale of opportunity, a factor that makes it especially popular for funds deploying large

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IN AID OF NSUNYU BAPTIST CHURCH BUILDING CONSTRUCTION Date of Draw : 18/11/2017

First Prize : Ticket No. 201 Second Prize : Ticket No. 033 Third Prize : Ticket No. 470 Consolation Prizes : 1. Ticket No. 301 2. Ticket No. 588 3. Ticket No. 398 4. Ticket No. 293 5. Ticket No. 006 K-3836

This is - for post-war Germany - an unprecedented political crisis that could spell the end of the Merkel era.

Weakened by a poor election result in September, the proposed coalition was Mrs Merkel’s only shot at forming a new government.

Germany will now in all probability - have to go back to the ballot box.

But it’s not at all certain that Mrs Merkel’s party will want her to lead them into a fresh election. The ensuing uncertainty has consequences beyond Germany. Mrs Merkel - who did not attend a summit of EU leaders in Sweden last week - will remain preoccupied with domestic affairs for some time yet. This was, she said last night, a time for

Strong big earthquakes in 2018: US scientists ing in the mean rotation velocity of the earth, with a corresponding decrease at times when the lengthof-day (LoD) is short,” the duo said in a research abstract.

“The correlation ... can be shown to precede seismicity by 5-6 years, permitting societies at risk from earthquakes an unexpected glimpse of future seismic hazard.”

Fluctuations in earth`s rotation are tiny, changing the length of the day by several milliseconds, but these minute changes could be enough to release vast amounts of underground energy, the two scientists said.

They could not explain exactly what happened but they suspected that slight changes in the behaviour of earth`s core may be respon-

sible for this effect.

They also said the observed relationship is unable to indicate precisely when and where these future earthquakes will occur, but most of the additional strong earthquakes have historically occurred near the equator in the West and East Indies.

“Whatever the mechanism, the 5-6 year advanced warning of increased seis-

mic hazards afforded by the first derivative of the LoD is fortuitous, and has utility in disaster planning,” they wrote.

“The year 2017 marks six years following a deceleration episode that commenced in 2011, suggesting that the world has now entered a period of enhanced global seismic productivity with a duration of at least five years.”

The Hovishe Students' Union convey our heartiest congratulations to Miss. Kikali Yeptho, D/o Shri.

Shiyiho Yeptho of Hovishe Village Niuland for successfully being selected to the post of Agriculture Field Assistant.

The Union further wishes her success in her endeavour.

God Bless.

Amento A. Yeptho President

Tukishe L. Aye Gen. Secretary

Mugabe’s party pushes for impeachment

LOKOBOMI UNION KOHIMA TOWN FELICITATION The Lokobomi Union Kohima Town with immense pride and honour extend our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Hinoka Chishi, S/o. Avito Chishi for successfully securing the post of Secretariat Assistant in the recently declared NPSC Examination 2017.

The Union further wishes him success in his future endeavours.

Bokaho Chishi Kughaho Chishi President, LUKT Gen. Secy. , LUKT

NIULAND AREA SPORTS ASSOCIATION The Niuland Area Sports Association expresses heartfelt gratitude to all individuals and organisations who selflessly supported the association through cash and kind towards the success of 42nd Annual Meet of NASA that was held at S. Vihuto Village from 6-11 Nov. 2017.

Special gratitude goes to: 1. Chief Guest Shri Jacob Zhimomi, MLA, 4 Ghaspani-I A/C. 2. Guest of Honour Shri Khekaho Assumi, Parliamentary Secretary, Youth Resources & Sports.

3. Special Guest Shri Akato Chophy, Vice President, NSCN Reformation.

4. Shri Khekato Kinni, Dy. Kilonser, NSCN Reformation 5. Shri Zhewoto Kiba, President, NPF Phughoto Division 6. Shri S. Vihuto Yeptho, President, Western Sumi Kukami Hoho 7. Shri P. Vizheto Awomi, Head GB, P. Vizheto Village 8. Shri Kevi Shohe, Chairman, Forest & Agri. Product Union, Dimapur 9. Shri Khekato V. Awomi, Advisor NASA 10. Shri Vitoho Zhimomi, President, NPF 4 Ghaspani-I A/C. 11. Shri Zuben Lotha, Secretary, NPF 4 Ghaspani-I A/C 12. Donor, 42nd Hovishe Memorial Trophy 13. Donor, 3rd Nitovi Memorial Badminton Trophy 14. Donor, 1st Henito Chishi Memorial Volleyball Trophy 15. Host, S. Vihuto village.

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Date : 22nd Nov 2017

In this handout photo issued by Camera Press and taken in Nov. 2017, Britain’s Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip pose for a photograph in the White Drawing Room pictured against a platinum-textured backdrop at Windsor Castle, England. (AP/PTI)

-- is the next longest British royal marriage. In one of the photographs released, the Queen poses in the same cream dress she wore at her diamond wedding anniversary thanksgiving service 10 years ago, along with a yellow gold, ruby and diamond brooch Philip gave her in 1966. Meanwhile the Royal Mail, Britain’s postal ser-

Time : 11 AM

Venue : NPF DIVISON OFFICE, MOKOKCHUNG.

ORDER OF PROGRAMME 1. Chair Person 2. Invocation

: Mr. Bendangnukshi G.S (Admin) : Rikum Lkr. Pastor (Ngati Baptist Church) 3. Welcome Speech : Shri. Rongsenmongba Jamir, President NPF, Mkg. Division 4. Reports : a) Division b) All frontals of the Division c) 10 (ten) A/C 5. Special No : Shilubenla & Sisters 6. Speech from : Shri. Nuklutoshi, Division Incharge, Advisor, Food and Civil Supply.

7. Duties and Responsibilities : R. Lepden Lkr, V/P Central. of party workers 8. Short Speeches : Legislatures.

9. Adoption of resolution : Resolution Committee.

10. Vote of Thanks : Shri. L. Yanger, V.P Mkg. Division.

11. Benediction : Mrs. Arenla Pongen, President W/W

vice, has issued a new set of six stamps to commemorate the historic landmark.

It includes images of the pair’s engagement announcement at Buckingham Palace, their wedding amid the splendour of Westminster Abbey, and the first part of their honeymoon at a country estate in the county of Hampshire.

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With great joy and pride, the Dimapur Nkonjan Yonchucho Yamo Ekhung congratulate Miss.

Grace W Ezung, D/o Mr. & Mrs. Wonimo Ezung of Yonchucho Village on being crowned Miss Wokha, 2017 and bringing laurels to the village.

The Ekhung wishes her a bright and successful future and pray that Almighty God continues to bless her.

Nchumbemo Humtsoe Chairman DYYE, Dimapur, Nagaland

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H a rare , N ov 2 0 (Agencies): Zimbabwe’s ruling Zanu-PF party has summoned its MPs to discuss the future of its leader, President Robert Mugabe, after a deadline for his resignation came and went on Monday. The deadline was set by Mr Mugabe’s own party, ZanuPF. The embattled leader surprised Zimbabweans on Sunday, declaring on TV that he planned to remain as president. Zanu-PF says it backs impeachment, and proceedings could begin as soon as Tuesday when parliament meets. In a draft motion, seen by Reuters news agency, the party blamed the president for what it called an “unprecedented economic tailspin”.

The public has poured on to the streets in protest in recent days, calling for the end of Mr Mugabe’s 37-year presidency. His grip on power has weakened considerably since the country’s army intervened on Wednesday in a row over who should succeed him.

The crisis began two weeks ago when the 93-year-old leader sacked his deputy Emmerson Mnangagwa, angering army commanders who saw it as an attempt to position his wife Grace as next president.

L O N D O N , N ov 2 0 (Agencies): Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip celebrate 70 years of marriage on Monday, becoming Britain’s first reigning couple to mark a platinum wedding anniversary. The decades-spanning marriage of the Queen -- the nation’s longest serving sovereign -- has outlasted those of all prior British monarchs.

The royal couple will not hold any public events but have invited family and friends to Windsor Castle for a private dinner on Monday evening, according to media reports.

Earlier in the day the bells of Westminster Abbey, where Elizabeth married the Duke of Edinburgh on November 20, 1947, will ring out in full celebratory peal. The abbey’s company of ringers -- a team of 10 -- will deliver the tribute uninterrupted for around three hours and 20 minutes, from 1300 GMT. Also in honour of the occasion, Buckingham Palace on Saturday issued new photographic portraits of the Queen and the Prince, taken earlier this month in the White Drawing Room at Windsor Castle. They are framed by Thomas Gainsborough’s 1781 portraits of George III and Queen Charlotte, whose 57-year union -- bridging the 18th and 19th centuries

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Washington, Nov 20 (IANS): If a prediction by two US scientists were true then the world could see an increase in the number of strong earthquakes in 2018 and the next few years, a media report said.

Roger Bilham of the University of Colorado and Rebecca Bendick of the University of Montana, who presented their research at the annual conference of the Geological Society of America recently, argued that there is a clear correlation between the speed of earth`s rotation and global earthquake activity, Xinhua news agency reported.

“On five occasions in the past century, a 25-30 per cent increase in annual numbers of (earthquakes of magnitude 7.0 or greater) has coincided with a slow-

ert area in early November, but it did not give the exact location or date of the test.

Another report on the seventh test-firing of the Dongfeng-41 came from a US satellite tracking system and appeared in the Washington Free Beacon in April 2016.

Song Zhongping, a Phoenix TV commentator and former member of the PLA’s Second Artillery Corps (Rocket Force), is of the view that the Dongfeng41 is very likely already in service, since tests and other checks of missiles can be conducted after deployment as well.

Song said that the deployment of the missile certainly demonstrates China’s nuclear deterrence abilities..

“Once the Dongfeng41 goes into service, China’s ability to protect its own safety and to prevent wars would greatly increase,” Xu said.

Russian experts feel that the missile deployment aimed at the US as they could reach most of America and Europe.

A commentary in Global Times at that time said the deployment of the DF-41 was a “strategic deterrence tool” and Beijing would “ready itself for pressures” imposed by the new US government headed by President Donald Trump.

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With gratitude to God and immense pride and honour, we the Ghukhuyi Ghami Kuqhakulu Satakha Town express our joy and heartfelt congratulations to Shri. Z. Tokishe Kiba, S/o Late Zheiho Kiba on being promoted to Additional Director Department of IPR, Nagaland, Kohima.

Further may the good Lord bless and guide him throughout his future endeavour as he shoulder the new responsibility.

Tokuho H. Murru Chairman GGK, Satakha Town

Hokiye K. Zhimo Secretary GGK, Satakha Town

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deep reflection.

Mrs Merkel must now fight for political survival.

The leader who for so many people has represented stability now is fast becoming a symbol of crisis in the heart of Europe.

It is not quite clear.

The parties involved in the talks are reported to be deeply divided over tax, asylum and environmental policies.

Although rumours had spread that a deal was close, the FDP’s leader emerged from the venue in the middle of the night surrounded by his party colleagues and told reporters that the party was leaving the process.

He said that while the FDP knew it could not steer the course of the entire republic with just 11% of the vote, the parties involved in talks had “no shared vision” of how the country should be modernised, and four weeks of talks had left them with “many inconsistencies, unanswered questions and conflicts”.

“It is better not to rule than to rule badly. Goodbye!” Mr Lindner said.

The co-leader of the Greens, Simone Peter, said the FDP had been “irresponsible, dubious and calculating”.

BEIJING, Nov 20 (PTI): China’s next-generation multi-nuclear warhead intercontinental ballistic missile with a proclaimed ability to hit targets “anywhere in the world” may be inducted into the PLA early next year, a media report said Monday.

The new missile — the Dongfeng-41 — also has a speed of more than Mach 10 and can use decoy devices and chaff to pierce its way through the enemy’s missile warning and defence systems.

The missile which underwent another test — the eighth since it was first announced in 2012 — could be in the People Liberation Army’s line-up as early as the first half of 2018, staterun Global Times said.

The missile must have matured considerably if it is to start serving in the PLA, Xu Guangyu, a senior adviser of the China Arms Control and Disarmament Association said.

The Dongfeng-41 is a three-stage solid-fuel missile with a range of at least 12,000 kms, meaning it could strike anywhere in the world from a mainland site, Xu told the Global Times, adding that, “it can carry up to 10 nuclear warheads, each of which can target separately.” The South China Morning Post reported that China had possibly tested the ICBM in its Western des-

Elizabeth II, Prince Philip mark 70th wedding anniversary

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The Eastern Sumi Students' Union with immense pride and honour would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Miss. Tonoli I. Zhimo, D/o Ikuto Zhimo, of Khekiye Village, for successfully achieving to the post of Secretariat Assistant in the recently declared NPSC Examination 2017.

The Union further wishes you a prosperous and a long life.

Tovi Kiba General Secretary

Hutopu Yeptho President

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BERLIN, NOV 20 (AGENCIES): Talks on forming a coalition government in Germany have collapsed, leaving Angela Merkel facing her biggest challenge in 12 years as chancellor.

The free-market liberal FDP pulled out after four weeks of talks with Mrs Merkel’s CDU/CSU bloc and the Greens.

According to BBC report, FDP leader Christian Lindner said there was “no basis of trust” between them.

What happens next is unclear, but Mrs Merkel has met President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, who has the power to call elections.

Mrs Merkel said she regretted the collapse, adding she would formally tell the German president that negotiations had failed.

CDU deputy chairman Armin Laschet told journalists that Mrs Merkel had held a conference call on Monday morning with the party leadership and had retained its support.

Mrs Merkel’s bloc won September’s poll, but many voters deserted the mainstream parties. “As chancellor, I will do everything to ensure that this country is well managed in the difficult weeks to come,” she said.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur tuesday, november 21, 2017

APPRECIATION The Seyochung village Baptist Church Construction & Planning Board would like to extend our deepest appreciation to the following organization & individuals of Pfutsero Town who helped us during the accident of our church Truck carrying church construction materials near New Hope Prayer Centre of Pfutsero Town on 16th November 2017, without their help the Vehicle could not have proceeded to our native village.

We extend our special thanks to:1. Pfutsero Town Youth Forum.

2. Rekhu Colony Pfutsero Town.

3. New Hope Prayer Centre.

4. Zhoveyo Kezo & family 5. Ms. Rachel Deaconess & family 6. Kewezu Lea & family.

We regret our inability to mention the names of each and everyone who has contributed in various forms. We pray that Almighty God bless you all abundantly and grant long life, good health and may you continue to render your valuable service to glorify his name.

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wenty years Mewe-u Mero was crowned Miss Phek 2017, outshining 13 other contestants during the Miss Phek beauty pageant held on November 18 at Phek Town.

Ravolu Chuzho (19) and Pewe-u Tunyi (19) were placed in the first and second runners-up respectively.

The event was held under the aegis of Vogue Entertainment in association with Mega Entertainment, Guwahati.

Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) chairman and NPF Legislature Party leader Kuzholuzo (Azo) Nienu was the chief guest for the event.

The judges for the event included Miss Super Talent India (Miss Asia Pacific) 2016-Imlibenla Wati, Mega Entertainment Guwahati Kanhaiya Mehta, managing directorMary Khyriem, Mega Miss North East 2017-Soman Chetri and Vilhousa Movi, best designer North East India Ethnic Fashion 2014

and official designer Vogue Entertainment.

The choreographer of the show was Mega Entertainment, Guwahati, proprietor and fashionpreneur-Abhijeet Singha.

The official designers included Mega Miss North East Organization, official designer-Dipika Devi, Nagaland Fashion Week 2017, best designer-Dosoulou J Vemai, and fashion designer-Ako LKR. The show was produced and managed by Dode Nakro with Diwe-u Thele as event co-ordinator, Vogue Entertainment and Vevotsolu Nakro and Florence Quinker as makeup artists. Miss Phek will get direct entry to Miss Nagaland 2017.

Miss Phek 2017 along with the first and second runners-up will get direct entry into Sunsilk Mega Miss Nor theast India 2018.

Sub title winners were, Miss Photogenic-Rhasulu Krome, Miss Beautiful Skin- Pewe-u Tunyi, Best Ram walk-Ravolu Chuzho, Miss CongenialityMewete-ii Mero and Miss Perfect 10-Mewe-u Mero.

(Correspondent)

Nagaland Post, Dimapur TuesDAY, November 21, 2017

Honya Yanlem 12 bands shortlisted for NSACS, Multi Media Campaign 2017 2 bands including level band competition it a total of 12 bands. The Bungalow, Kohima. The releases debut single Tune up channel, Pay which will be held under 12 bands were selected out bands are also to report

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The Rent, Trans Effect, Yellow Beacon, Since 90’s, Plan P, Dynamic Cardioid, DK Entertainment, Distinct Theory, and Happy Feet have been shortlisted to compete at the State

the theme “Life Now, Yes Life, No HIV.” Apart from these top 10 bands, two other bands namely Naga Incarnate and Fifth Note were shortlisted to perform as wild card entry, making

of 18 bands who submitted their original songs based on HIV and AIDS or drug abuse, and will compete for the NSACS Multi Media Campaign on December 1, at The Heritage, Old DC

at the competition venue at 4 p.m. on November 30, 2017 for briefing and dinner. It said that for further information, one may contact the event manager at 9856-12-3203.

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onya Yanlem is a vocal artiste from Mon, Nagaland. Without any formal musical training and she calls herself a singer that only sings behind the four walls of her room. But gradually her sheer passion for music pushed her to come out of her shell and record a song.

Her debut single music video ‘Caught in The Middle’ composed and directed

by Moba Inggang and audio recorded at Music Bakery, Dimapur. The song was released in YouTube and Indihut website. “Caught In The Middle” is a mixture of pop and EDM. Her song talks about the state of life where one comes across ups and downs, negative and positive situations while trying to follow one’s passion and also about one being indecisive and confused about life’s decisions. Some parts of her video highlight her love for photography as well.

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n open air concert under the theme ‘Winter Melody’ will be held on December 12, at Imkongmeren Sports Complex which will feature various artistes with the main attraction being the renowned Mizo artist Rosy Remsangpuii.

The event is being organized by Mokokchung Arts & Aesthetic Management (MAAM), a philanthropist and an event management group.

Addressing a press conference this afternoon, MAAM highlighted their upcoming event scheduled in December next.

MAAM formed in 2013 has been organized various events like the coveted Miss Mokokchung pageant (in 2014 & 2015).

They have also opened a trust fund for cancer patients besides working for persons with disabilities.

The MAAM’s project of an open air concert this year is in aid of cancer

fund, as the MAAM has been continuously helping cancer patients through monetary assistance besides visiting the district hospital to interact with the cancer patients as well as with the doctors.

Just recently, the members of MAAM visited the district hospital and extended financial help to two cancer patients. They added that MAAM would continue to help the cancer patients besides working with differently abled persons. Disclosing about the open air concert, MAAM members said that besides Rosy Remsangpuii, the concert will also witness the acclaimed Ao band Samaro, Incipit, and others. It was also added that there will be various food stalls in order to provide a good family outing. MAAM members have also provided the contact numbers to enquire about tickets for the concert: 908955-5813/8731-91-8363.

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Members of MAAM poses after the press conference today at ‘Black & White’ restaurant Mokokchung.

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1. On this day, the 15/11/2017 we the 57 A/C Shri S. Heno Party had a meeting at Tuensang and unanimously resolved to support President NPF Dr. Shurhozelie Liezietsu led NPF Party for the fourth coming General Election Schedule 2018.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur tuesday, november 21, 2017

Cricket coaching camp Ato Area Sports Association 32nd annual meet begins underway at Mokokchung

Participants of the coaching camp with the coach. (NP)

Mokokchung, Nov 20 (NPN): The Mokokchung District Cricket Association (MDCA) is conducting a free cricket coaching camp for players above 15

years (male and female) at Imkongmeren Sports Complex, Mokokchung.

Altogether, 30 candidates are participating in the camp under the guidance of

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Winners of badminton with their trophies at the ongoing 37th Nagaland Police Duty cum

FUNERAL SERVICE The Funeral Service of Late Dorine Maringmei, wife of Mr. James Akham, will be held on Tuesday, 21/11/2017 at 3:30 pm in Mother Mary School, Zeliangrong Village, Dimapur.

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Beyond the sorrows of this world, there is life. The pain of losing you is never fading; Days have turned into months, and months into years and still there is a feeling that we will bump into you. We miss you beyond repairs and nothing in this world can replace these thoughts in our life. Today, with these painful memories, we build stories of hopes. The hope that you are with God and someday we will meet again leaving behind all the sorrows of this world. We scribbled these thoughts into words because you have become our strength and our fortitude. Your early going has become a ray of hope for those of us here.

We love you beyond words.

(Late. Imtiwati) 21/11/2017 2 years have passed since you left us for your eternal rest but you are still remembered and missed.

You are forever in our hearts, until we meet again in God’s own time.

Loving wife, children, father, brother and sisters

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT And thou shalt go to thy fathers in peace; thou shalt be buried in a good old age.

Genesis 15:15 Late Bangertushi Lemtur Born:12.04.1988 – Died: 17.11.2017 We the family of Late BANGERTUSHI LEMTUR (LONGSA VILLAGE), convey our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to all the individuals, unions, organisations, associations, churches, friends, and well wishers for the countless beautiful expressions of Christian faith, humanity, sympathy and overwhelming gestures of generosity, kindness and physical assistance, during the brief illness and at the demise of our beloved on 17th Nov 2017.

This goes out to all those, who in faith and deeds walked with us and comforted us, making our loss bearable.

We deeply regret our inability to mention all your names and thank you all individually.

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We, the family of Late Mighivi Awomi, would like to express our profound gratitude to each and everyone who supported us physically, financially and in prayer at the sudden demise of our beloved.

We are thankful to the churches, organisations, relatives, neighbours, friends, well wishers and each individual who stood by us and shared our loss and pain.

In Commemoration..

Late Er. Nrio Lotha

1 March 1958 – 21st November 2015

..of a faithful sojourner’s attainment of eternal glory.

25th Death Anniversary (21st Nov)

Our family will always cherish your prayers, love, concern, good deeds and valuable presence. May the Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

Children, in-laws, grandchildren, great-grandchildren great-great-grandchildren.

Ever in trustful awe he trod, In cheerful gait and a melody;

Mighivi Awomi 1922 – 11.11.2017

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“Anywhere with Jesus” was his soul’s euphony.

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From Wife: Dear Husband, it feels as though it was only yesterday that you left us; A big family of little ones sans ability to stand upon their own feet, Death did us part, tough loath, for fearful thought of what shall become of them.

Darkness has overtaken, all hope is lost, so thought I. But the Good Lord showered grace and left not this widow in destitution.

Looking upon the Lord’s face through tears of prayer I strove to redeem our children.

Because God blessings were more than our family’s expectation, Our children have grown to be self reliant as to walk in tandem with the world and are moving out, And though this day completes 25 years of your leaving us, I wish that I could bring you back, To share with you the story of God’s grace upon our family.

Though years may pass by us, but you cannot be erased from our hearts.

Inserted in fond remembrance by, Wife & sons.

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“But as for me, it is good to be near God, I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge.”

Psalm 73:28

We the family members of Late Mrs.P.N Ajungla, w/o Rev. R.J.Amen would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all individuals, families, churches, organizations, neighbours, friends and well wishers who stood by us with prayers, physical presence, financial and material support during the prolonged illness and at the demise of our beloved mother.

Special thanks to the doctors, nurses and medical staff of Zion Hospital Dimapur and Downtown Hospital Guwahati who attended and treated our beloved mother with love and dignity.

As it is impossible for us to thank all those concerned individually, it is our sincere and humble prayer that the Good Lord bless you all for your love, concern and contributions in various ways.

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Through this column, we the family members of Late Mr. Neidi Pusa who expired on 14th of Nov. 2017 would like to express our profound gratitude and thanks to each and everyone who stood by us, physically, morally, materially, spiritually and financially throughout his illness.

We convey our special thanks to:1. Viswema Baptist Church 2. Rachü Youth Organisation 3. Tragopan Club 4. Doctors, Nurses and Staff of Bethel Hospital 5. Oliv Group 6. Crossword Staff We deeply regret for not being able to mention and thank you all for all the love and kindness showed upon our family, but it is our humble prayer that our Almighty God bless each and everyone of you abundantly.

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Beloved wife, children and all dear and loved ones.

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aged the participants to rial Badminton Trophy played during the five day remain focused to what (men & women) will be meet. they want to achieve in life ND as sports person.

32nd GBs’ Football Trophy, 29th Lt. Nikhekhu & Lt. N. Yihoto Zhimo Memorial Volleyball Trophy (men & women) and 4th Shekuto Suu Memo-

Sports & Athletic Meet 2017 at NAPTC, Chumukedima.

Talikaba, NCA coach.

Meanwhile, MDCA has informed all interested candidates to join the coaching. For more information, contact 8014022109.

A Tribute to Our Beloved DADDY (T.C.Vese) on his 3rd Death Anniversary

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Speaking at the inaugural programme, the chief guest said “winning is important but winning without discipline is of no value.” He, therefore, urged the participating teams to maintain utmost discipline both on and off the field. He also encour-

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Dimapur, Nov 20 (NPN): The 32nd annual meet of Ato Area Sports Association (AASA) got underway Monday at Nikhekhu village with president of Dimapur District GBs’ Association, Tokuho Suhoi Neho as the chief guest.

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Loving husband, son, daughters, grandchildren, in-laws and relatives.

From children: Father, although 25 years have completed since your parting from us, In the hearts of your children, your good teachings become clearer and clearer.

We still recall your reluctance to leave us so small and helpless.

Perhaps while climbing the steep slope of ‘Senti’, enroute to the next world, you gave a regretful glance back.

Father, though you were not destined to be with us for long, you must be watching us from the land of the dead.

Mother never left destitute; her prayers quenched our thirst, Her broad wings of love covered us that we never felt insecure.

When she sets examples by you, we feel as if you are still alive among us.

Hence though 25 years have completed since your absence from us, as mother ever kept your footprints fresh for us, today your children convey you their deep reverence. May God ever protect father’s soul in his place of rest.

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Barak FC lift 23rd Classic Cup

Barak FC with the trophy after the prize distribution ceremony on Monday. (NP)

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Ko h i m a , N ov 2 0 (NPN): Barak FC emerged as the champions of Classic Cup for the fourth consecutive times after defeating New Market XI by a solitary goal at Kohima local ground on Monday.

The champion team received a cash prize of Rs.1, 50,000, certificates and running trophy while the runner-up team pocketed Rs. 80,000, certificates and trophy.

In the exciting and competitive final match, New Market XI nearly scored in the 3rd minute, however, Yhunshalo Kemp’s header hit the goal post. In retaliation, Barak FC attacked and found the solitary and winning goal through the boot of

Mayoshing Khongriwa in the 4th minute.

Yhunshalo almost found the equalizer but his shot from the danger zone was brilliantly saved by the keeper. With New Market XI in attacking mode, Barak FC boys were left on the defensive side.

New Market continued its quest for an equalizer with come vicious attacks. In the process, Yhunshalo made a dangerous attempt but the ball went just wide.

After the lemon break, New Market’s Kezhose Khizho and Khwetlhi Thopi missed a couple of good opportunities to score the equalizer. Seiboi Haokip of Barak FC was given the marching order after he was cautioned with yellow cards twice. Despite

a man down, Barak boys fought hard and kept the New Market XI at bay till the final whistle to win the match 1-0.

Kechi Kulimbe of New Market was booked for unsporting behaviour.

In individual category, Rhitsho Mero of Barak FC bagged the player of the people’s choice, Medophrezo Kezieo of Kohima Eagle’s FC was named the best goalkeeper, Akiho Chishi of St. Joseph’s College Jakhama received the best defender award and Keneisedelie Chiitso of Barak FC was named the best midfielder. Khwetelhou Thopi of New Market XI and Tamthing of St. Joseph’s College were the highest scorers of the tournament. Yhunshalo Kemp of New Market

was adjudged the player of the tournament.

Earlier, the chief guest Vicar General Diocese of Kohima, Rev. Fr. Neisalhou Carolus acknowledged the Classic Club Kohima for successfully organizing the tournament for 23rd times and promoting football in the state. He encouraged the players to be sincere, dedicated and hard working to be successful in life.

The closing programme was compeered

by Rukulu K. Puro and Xavier Rutsa while vote of thanks was proposed by tournament director, Pudil Tsiikru.

Altogether 35 teams participated in 16-day tournament which began on November 2.

Keshavan qualifies for 2018 Winter Olympics Innsbruck, Nov 20 (IANS): Indian luger Shiva Keshavan qualified for the Pyeong Chang Winter Olympics 2018 after earning the necessary five points at the ongoing Viessmann Luge World Cup 2017-18 here.

The three-time Asian Cup gold medallist will make his sixth Winter Olympics.

The current Asian Champion finished on the 23rd spot out of 57 athletes with a time difference of 0.701 seconds from the winner on Sunday.

Expressing his delight, Keshavan said in a statement: “I am very happy that I have fulfilled the Olympic Criteria, I still have to participate in the next five Compulsory races but I am relieved that the pressure for getting the World Cup points is over and I can push myself to take more risks and get closer to the leaderboard.”

“Thrilled to announce that I have achieved the minimum 5 points for Olympic Selection in the very first of 5 qualification races! Thank you for your support and keep following the next 4 weeks of World Cups,” Keshavan later said on Facebook.

Keshavan, who is also the President of the Olympians’ Association of India, is the first Indian to have qualified for PyeongChang 2018 in Luge.

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SL hold on to deny India in 1st Test

Indian cricketer Mohd Shami celebrats after after dismissing Sri Lankan captain Dinesh Chandimal on the final day of the 1st cricket test match on Monday. (PTI)

Kolkata, Nov 20 (Agencies): Virat Kohli hit his 50th international century and paceman Bhuvneshwar Kumar picked up four wickets to give Sri Lanka a scare before the rain-hit opening Test ended in a draw on Monday’s final day.

Chasing 231 for victory, the visitors were 75-7 when bad light stopped play at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens in the first of three Tests.

Dasun Shanaka (six not out) and Rangana Herath (0) played out the final few deliveries of a nervous final session which saw Sri Lanka lose five quick wickets.

Paceman Kumar struck in the very first over when Sadeera Samarawickrama chopped a delivery onto his stumps and was out for nought.

Mohammed Shami, who shared the new ball with Kumar, then had left-hander Lahiru Thirimanne bowled for one as

the visitors slipped to 2-2 in 3.3 overs.

Umesh Yadav, India’s third seamer, joined in after tea to send Angelo Mathews trudging back to the pavilion after trapping the former captain lbw for 12.

The match got even more interesting when Shami bowled skipper Dinesh Chandimal for 20 and Kumar trapped Niroshan Dickwella lbw for 27. Kumar returned impressive match figures of 8-96.

Skipper Kohli earlier raised India’s hopes of a win with an 119-ball 104 that took the attack to the opposition after some menacing bowling in the first session.

Fast bowlers Suranga Lakmal and Shanaka took three wickets each to rattle the Indian top and middleorder after the hosts resumed the day on 171-1.

But Kohli, who registered his 18th Test century, displayed his class in tam-

ing the attack towards the end of the innings, hitting 12 fours and two sixes.

The star batsman let out a roar and pumped his fist after getting to 100 with a six off Lakmal, who ended with match figures of 7-119.

India’s Cheteshwar Pujara, who fell to Lakmal in the morning session, joined an elite list of international batsmen to have batted on all five days of a Test.

Pujara, who topscored with 52 in India’s first innings 172, put on his batting pads on each day of the game, which was marred by inclement weather. The action now shifts to the second match in Nagpur starting on Friday.

Brief scores: India 172 and 352/8 declared (Virat Kohli 104 not out, Shikhar Dhawan 94, Lokesh Rahul 79; Lakmal 3/93) draws Sri Lanka: 294 and 75/7 (B Kumar 4/8, M Shami 2/34)

Naga fighters win gold at TOGA & 10-Northern Angami-1 T-20 Bash underway at Kohima TAFTYGAS national martial art game Correspondent

The Naga fighters with their medals and certificates.

D i m a p u r , N ov 2 0 (NPN): Two fighters of All Nagaland Kickboxing Council (ANKC) won gold medals at the recently held 2nd TOGA & TAFTYGAS National Martial Art Game

2017 held at Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh from November 10-12. The event was organised by Traditional Olympic Game Association India.

Y, Manyum bagged

gold medal in kickboxing (51-55 kg) while Pushen Khiamniungan bagged the medal in 55-60 kg category.

The team was led by P.Chettei as coach and Mar Ao as team manager.

Kohima, Nov 20 (NPN): The 5th 10-Northern Angami-1 T-20 Bash, organized

by Brotherhood Group and, initiated and supported by former parliamentary secretary Khriehu Liezietsu, began at KVC ground Ziekezou, Kohima with administrator Kohima Municipal Council Kethosituo Sekhose as the chief guest on Monday.

Altogether 16 teams under 10-Norther Angami -1 are taking part in the tournament which would conclude on December 8.

In the opener, Lower Bayavii Giants won the match defeating its rival Themezie/Perizie Titans by

8 wickets. Themezie /Perizie Titans won the toss and elected to bat. Themezie scored 131 runs in 20 overs.

Toluto Shohe and Vizovolie scored 54 and 21 runs respectively. Teisovizo took 4 wickets in 4 overs.

In the second inning, Lower Bayavu Giants scored 132 runs in 11.5 overs. Tapitu and Veri scored 64 and 41 runs respectively.

Tapitu of Lower Bayavu giants was declared man of the match. Kezhalelie Keretsii gave away the prize to man of the match.

In the second match played between Upper Bayavu Sixers and Peraciezie Royals, the match ended in tie. Upper Bayavu won the toss and elected to

Chief guest with Themezie-Perizie Titans and Lower Bayavu Giants and organizer before the match on Monday. (NP)

bat and scored 129 runs (all out) in 18.5 overs.

In second inning, Peracizie Royals scored 129 runs losing 7 wickets in 20 overs. Nchumbemo scored 30 runs and Romokhon scored 36 runs. Depebe took 2 wickets in 4 overs and Mhobemo took 2 wick-

ets in 3 overs.

Renchamo of Peracizie was declared man of the match.

The inaugural programme was chaired Vimhalie Pienyii, God’s blessing was invoked by associate pastor of Lotha Baptist Church Kohima Sankiluma

Nikon and a brief history of the tournament was narrated by Peter Vizo.

Tuesday’s matches 1st match: 9:00 Middle Bayavu Lions Vs Kenuozou Wolves 2nd match: 12:30 pm Lower L Khel Vikings Vs North Block Warriors

selection Dimitrov beats Goffin to win ATP Finals Moyes makes losing start as Watford sink Hammers DDTTA camp preponed

WATFORD, Nov 20 ( Ag e n c i e s ) : D av i d Moyes suffered a miserable start to his West Ham United reign as Watford eased to a 2-0 win over the Premier League strugglers on Sunday.

Moyes was in charge of West Ham for the first time following his appointment as replacement for the sacked Slaven Bilic.

But the former Manchester United boss was unable to spark an immediate upturn in his new club’s fortunes.

Will Hughes put Watford ahead in the first half at Vicarage Road and Richarlison’s strike after the interval extended West Ham’s winless league run to five games.

The Hammers remain third bottom of the table, one point from safety, after Moyes got a first-hand look at the problems which cost Bilic his job.

Desperate to rehabilitate his reputation after overseeing Sunderland’s relegation from the Premier League last season, Moyes has accepted a short-term contract with West Ham. His failures at Sunderland, Manchester United and Real Sociedad have tarnished the fine work he

D i m a p u r , N ov 2 0 (NPN): The selection camp for table tennis players from Dimapur, organized

by Dimapur District Table Tennis Association (DDTTA), has been preponed to November 24 and 25. The entry forms are available in the multipurpose stadium and the last date of submission is November 23. Interested players are requested to contact the DDTTA officials for the same.

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Watford striker Gray has a shot blocked by the massed ranks of West Ham defenders in the second half of the game.

did at Everton and the Scot can ill-afford another flop on his CV. Hughes opened the scoring in the 11th minute, the midfielder slotting home from Andre Gray’s scuffed shot after West Ham’s defence were prised open far too easily.

Watford threatened a second goal when Gray linked up with Richarlison on the edge of the area.

The Brazilian’s low shot was pushed away by

Joe Hart, with Kiko Femenia dragging the rebound wide.

Cheikhou Kouyate had a chance to equalise, but the West Ham midfielder’s drive was repelled

by Heurelho Gomes.

Gomes did even better moments later as the Watford keeper kept out Marko Arnautovic’s effort and then blocked his attempt from the rebound.

When Kouyate blazed over early in the second

half, Moyes turned away in disgust. Moyes was shaking his head in frustration again in the 64th minute.

H u g h e s g o t away with a handball, triggering the move that ended with Richarlison dancing past Winston Reid and firing in a low shot that beat Hart’s weak attempt to save.

Rubbing salt into Moyes’ wounds, Arnautovic was forced off after landing awkwardly on his arm in the closing stages.

D i m a p u r , N ov 2 0 (NPN): The Old Jalukie shifting day cum Peren district open volleyball tournament, organised by Old Jalukie Youth Organization, will be held on January 10, 2018 at Old Jalukie village.

The winner of the tournament will receive a cash prize of Rs.30,000 while the runner up will pocket Rs.15,000. The semi finalists will receive Rs.3000 each, the best discipline team will get Rs.2000 while the best spiker and setter will receive Rs.500 each. For more information, interested teams can contact 9402867677 or 9612631823.

Kontinen, Peers retain doubles crown

Grigor Dimitrov won the ATP Finals in London after a threeset victory over David Goffin.

L o nd o n , N o v 2 0 (IANS): Bulgaria’s Grigor Dimitrov won the most important tennis tourney of his career after defeating Belgium’s David Goffin 7-5, 4-6 and 6-3 to win the Nitto ATP Final at London’s O2 Arena.

The third-ranked Dimitrov needed two hours 30 minutes, with the third set being by far the longest, to win his fourth title of this season on Sunday. He had also triumphed in Brisbane, Sofia and at the Masters 1,000 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

He is the first Bulgarian to win this Masters tournament and also the first rookie to win the tourney in his debut year since Spain’s Alex Corretja beat countryman Carlos Moya in the

contest in Hannover, Germany in 1998.

Boris Becker, the German three-time Masters tourney winner (1988, 1992 and 1995) presented the trophy to Dimitrov and at the ceremony Goffin had words of praise for his rival, saying “You worked very hard and you deserved it.”

Given that he was undefeated throughout the tournament, winning all three of his matches in the group phase, the semifinal and the final, Dimitrov will take home $2.549 million and garner 1,500 rating points, thus ending the season behind Spain’s Rafael Nadal and Switzerland’s Roger Federer but in the best position of his career with 4,455 points.

Henri Kontinen and John Peers brushed aside top seeds Lukasz Kubot and Marcelo Melo 6-4 6-2 to retain the ATP Finals doubles crown.

The Finnish-Australian pairing came into the match with a 3-1 head-to-head record against their opponents, after winning the past two meetings in Washington and Shanghai, although they lost in this year’s Wimbledon semi-final. A single break of serve in the fifth game of the first set was enough for Kontinen and Peers to take the opener 6-4 against their Polish-Brazilian opponents.

In the second set, Kontinen and Peers broke in the first game to establish an iron grip on the match at London’s O2 Arena, and they repeated the feat in the fifth game to ensure there was no way back for Kubot and Melo.

The No 2 seeds impressed on serve, winning 89 per cent of points on first serve throughout the match.

Kontinen and Peers won a total of 63 points against 42 for their opponents in a onesided contest.

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