November 9, 2018

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Unity vital to Naga solution, says Rio

NDPP adopts 10-point resolution

Neiphiu Rio addressing the party workers (Right) during the 3rd General Convention of NDPP on Thursday at IG Stadium. (NP)

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KOHIMA, NOV 8 (NPN): Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio reiterated commitment of the ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) to finding a permanent solution to the Naga political issue by playing the role of facilitator and to also contribute in creating a conducive environment for peace.

Congratulating all party rank and file for the tremendous progress achieved despite being a new party, Rio termed the 3rd general convention of NDPP as “a historic occasion” for the mammoth turnout of delegates and party members (approximately around seven thousand as per registration). He also said it was

US Marine veteran kills 12 in California WA S H I N G TO N / LO S ANGELES, NOV 8 (PTI): A US M a r ine ve te r a n dressed in black sprayed bullets inside a crowded dance bar popular with college students Wednesday night, killing at least 12 people, including a police officer, in Thousand Oaks city in California, in one of the “horrific” mass shooting incidents in the US. The gunman, who also injured nearly two dozen others, was found dead inside the Borderline Bar and Grill on the outskirts of Los Angeles. Ventura County Sheriff Geoff Dean identified the gunman as 28-year-old Ian David Long, a US Marine Corps veteran, who used a .45 caliber Glock handgun during the shooting.

Long, who shot himself, was dead when officers made entry into the bar, Dean said as he described the shooting incident as “horrific.”

He said the motive of the shooter is still unclear.

He was known to authorities for minor crimes. The shooter was on active duty with the US Marine Corps from August 2008 to March 2013, according to Department of Defense records.

also for the first time the convention was held after party had faced two elections and installation of the PDA government.

Rio stressed on the need to continuously pursue unity among all sections of society and to prepare the landing ground in order to pave way for smooth transition and implementation once solution was arrived at.

Rio appealed to all sections of the people including the mass-based organizations , civil society, tribal organizations , churches and NGOs and the people as a whole, to come together under a spirit of brotherhood and oneness.

He pointed out that NDPP “is a people’s movement” with a cadre-based structure, a regional party

with distinct regional identity, having a national outlook keeping in mind global needs and concerns. He also said NDPP seeks to provide a platform and opportunities to the citizens of Nagaland to be part of India’s progress as contributors and participants.

On the achievements of his NDPP-led PDA coalition government, which took office in May 2018, he highlighted the ending VIP culture, focus on governance and development, making all government departments through CM Dashboard and be present in social media so as to make the government more accessible to people.

The website real time updates about key schemes and programs. He also said introduction of biometric

oneness and make efforts towards strengthening of the political dialogue so that all sections contribute towards early realisation of an honourable political solution. The party also called upon all sections, especially the neighbouring states to build confidence and good neighbourliness under a spirit of mutual co-existence in the greater interest of the region and of the country.

It asserted that NDPP as a political party, with a firm regional ideology, carries the voice of the masses and at the same time has a national outlook while pursuing policies and programmes that are in tune with global responsibilities. Reiterating its position of being a contributing member of the National Democratic Alliance and the North East Democratic Alliance, the party extended its appreciation to the partners of the PDA coalition and also to the other members of the NDA and NEDA for the support and the solidarity.

Kiren Rijiju (File) Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, NOV 8 (NPN): Union minister of state for Home, Kiren Rijiju, has accepted the state government’s invitation to attend the special cabinet meeting scheduled to be held in Kiphire aspiration district on November 9, 2018.

Rijiju, who took to twitter to confirm his attendance, said “This is a commendable gesture of the seasoned & visionary CM of Nagaland @Neiphiu_Rio ji.

Holding the Cabinet meeting in a remote Kiphire (Aspirational District) reflects Govt’s intention. I’ve accepted the invitation and looking forward to attend the State Cabinet Meeting.”

State chief minister, Neiphiu (Cont’d on p-7) Rio, also took to twitter to

Amur Falcon Conservation Week in Wokha NSSATA demands pending salary

Governor P.B. Acharya at the three-day Amur Falcon Conservation Week.

DIMAPUR, NOV 8 (NPN): Nagaland Governor P.B. Acharya attended the inaugural function of the three-day Amur Falcon Conservation Week 2018 at Polytechnic Institute, Ashaa in Wokha on Thursday.

Speaking on the occasion, Acharya said importance was being given to the festival to promote eco-tourism and attract tourists, which would ensure economic development.

“We have the potentiality to become one of the richest States in the country, but we have to plan meticulously and see that our empowered and highly educated Naga youth come back to Nagaland and work for our people

to make the State prosperous,” he stressed.

Stating that God had blessed people of Pangti village as the birds come in millions to this area only as they knew that this was a peaceful area, Acharya reminded the villagers that God had identified their village and its surrounding areas as the most peaceful area.

He said earlier people, knowingly or unknowingly, started killing these birds, but now there was an awakening. Acharya congratulated Pangti villagers, church leaders, NGOs, government departments and stakeholders for initiating and motivating the people to preserve the birds.

DIMAPUR, NOV 8 (NPN): Nagaland Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Teachers’ Association (NSSATA) 2010 and 2013 batch, has appealed to the state government to release five months pending salary at the earliest.

In a press release, NSSATA president, Penthungo Y Yanthan, and general secretary, Vinoka Sohe, pointed out that the association as per the agreement made with the state government in the presence of the NSF and ENSF on June 12, 2018 has been “patiently waiting” for a positive and a permanent solution to end the grievances. They said the agreement signed included finding a mechanism for timely release of salaries.

On the request of the department, they said the association had assisted at the directorate for 24 days i.e., right after discharging their school duties on weekdays as well as relinquishing their holidays on non working days to speed up the process for the implementation of 7th ROP and timely release of the salaries.

(Cont’d on p-7) However, despite of all those,

Acharya also thanked the tourism department and Wokha district administration for taking up the task of clearing the roads so that foreign and domestic tourists could visit and enjoy this Godgifted place.

Lauding the efforts they had put in preserving the birds without causing any disturbance, Acharya appealed to all to restrain themselves and see to it that the whole conservation efforts were taken care of and save the environment.

He remarked that God had blessed the Lotha community with many resources and that the people should know how to develop to make Nagaland “golden”.

Giving the keynote address, tourism secretary Mhabemo Yanthan said the programme was being organised with the objective of drawing focus on the benefits of tourism, showcase cultural diversity and promote tourism.

He said the State had celebrated Paryatan Parv with the theme “Global Warming”.

NSSATA said the teachers have not been paid for five months (June to October 2018).

The association stated that the teachers have been discharging their duties sincerely even though salaries were not being paid. It said the inability of the government to release the salaries on time was “relieving the teachers of their justified entitlement.”

NSSATA claimed that sanctioned salary bill for three months (June to August 2018) had been at the directorate of school education since October 27, 2018.

The association has, therefore, requested the department to release the salaries at the earliest for the sake of the teachers.

Meanwhile, NSSATA has acknowledged the state government for taking the decision to bring the SSA and RMSA teachers of 2010 and 2013 “into the mainstream of the School Education Cadre”.

Stating that the decision has brought much relief to the teachers, the association has urged the department to initiate the matter with utmost priority.

On 2nd demonetization anniv, it’s Manmohan vs Jaitley

Demonetisation increased tax base: Arun Jaitley Havoc unleashed on economy now evident: Manmohan

NEW DELHI, NOV 8 (PTI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley Thursday said demonetization resulted in formalisation of economy (More on p-9) and increased tax base, prompting the government to earmark more resources for the poor and infrastructure development.

In a Facebook post on the second anniversary of demonetisation, Jaitley said in first four years of the NDA government, the number of income tax returns filers has gone up to 6.86 crore from 3.8 crore in May 2014.

“By the time the first five years of this government are over, we will be close to doubling the assessee base,” he said in the post titled “Im“I advised my son to pact of Demonetization”. opt for IRS not IAS. Demonetization, the These days, it offers best minister said, had resulted opportunities.” in “more formalisation (of

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attendance has been made mandatory to ensure efficiency and educational facilities. Teachers have also been digitally mapped.

All in all, Rio said use of technology was to ensure good governance and transparency.

Rio also reiterated that his government accorded top priority to road improvement, communication and transport and taking major repairs of roads and for which tenders for improvement of roads in Kohima and Dimapur have been floated and work orders issued. The Trans-Nagaland highway (foothill road) road Tizit to Khelma is being pursued vigorously, besides Chiethu Greenfield airport, with the Government of (Cont’d on p-7) India.

Nationalist Democratic Progressive party adopted a 10-point resolution during its 3rd general convention held at the Indira Gandhi stadium, Kohima Thursday.

NDPP resolved to stand for an early solution to the decades old IndoNaga political issue through a negotiated political solution that was democratic, honourable and acceptable to the people. It also appealed to the negotiating parties to expedite the peace process and bring about an early resolution in response to the cry of the people for genuine and lasting peace.

The NDPP extended support to the PDA government to play the role of an active facilitator in the ongoing peace process.

Reaffirming its support for integration of all contiguous Naga areas under a single administrative unit, NDPP upheld the desire of the Nagas to live together as one family. It also called upon all sections of the people to come together under a spirit of unity, brotherhood and

Rijiju to attend cabinet meeting in Kiphire today

Arun Jaitley (File)

economy), more revenue, more resources for the poor, better infrastructure, and a better quality of life for our citizens.”

He further said with the implementation of the goods and services tax (GST), it is now becoming increasingly difficult to evade the tax system and the indirect tax to gross domestic product (GDP) ratio has gone up to 5.4 per cent post GST, from

4.4 per cent in 2014-15.

Terming the criticism, that almost the entire cash money got deposited in the banks post demonetization, as “ill-informed”, Jaitley said confiscation of currency was not an objective of demonetization.

“Getting it into the formal economy and making the holders pay tax was the broader objective...,” Jaitley said.

Of the Rs 15.41 lakh crore worth Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes in circulation on November 8, 2016, 99.3 per cent or notes worth Rs 15.31 lakh crore have returned to the banking system. This means, just Rs 10,720 crore of the junked currency did not return to the banking system. Jaitley said demonetisation compelled holders of cash to deposit the same in the banks.

NEW DELHI, NOV 8 (IANS): Attacking his successor Narendra Modi’s measure of withdrawing old high-value bank notes from circulation, former prime minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Thursday urged the Centre to restore certainty and visibility in its economic policies.

Former prime minister and noted economist called demonetization an “ill-fated” and “ill-thought” exercise and asked the NDA regime not to indulge in any further unorthodox, shortterm economic measures that could cause any more uncertainty in the economy and financial markets.

Dr.Singh said in his statement: “Today marks the second anniversary of the ill-fated and ill-thought demonetization... The havoc that it unleashed on the

Dr. Manmohan Singh (File)

Indian economy and society is now evident to everyone”.

“Notebandi impacted every single person, regardless of age, gender, religion, occupation or creed,” Dr.Singh said.

“I urge the government to restore certainty and visibility in economic policies.

Today is a day to remember how economic misadventures can roil the nation for a long time and understand

that economic policymaking should be handled with thought and care.”

He also said that even after two years, the economy was yet to “recover from the demonetization shock”.

“It is often said that time is a great healer. But unfortunately, in the case of demonetization, the scars and wounds of demonetization are only getting more visible with time,” Dr. Singh said.

He said that the step had “a direct impact on employment as the economy continues to struggle to create enough new jobs for our youth”.

Singh said financial markets are volatile as the liquidity crisis wrought by demonetization is taking its eventual toll on infrastructure lenders and non-bank financial services firms.

thank the union minister for agreeing to come to one of the most far-flung areas of Nagaland for the occasion.

Rio stated that the upgraded district hospital Kiphire would be inaugurated

by Union minister of state Kiren Rijiju. He said people of Kiphire would have access to better healthcare with upgraded facilities and infrastructure.

Meanwhile, DC Mohammed Ali Shihab wrote on twitter that preparation for cabinet meeting to be held at 14th NAP (IR) Camp, Kiphire, has been completed. DC stated that preparation for inaugural function at district hospital Kiphire was in process. He also said that preparation for inauguration of Women Police Station, Kiphire was going on in full swing.

It may be recalled that the PDA coalition partners had resolved to hold a fullfledged cabinet meeting in Kiphire, as part of its endeavour to take governance and administration to all corners in a manner that was inclusive and where all citizens and stakeholders participated in the development aspirations of the people.

Swachh Bharat event in Dimapur

DIMAPUR, NOV 8 (NPN): Dimapur district administration has planned programme schedule for Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in Dimapur on November 9, 2018. In an order, the additional deputy commissioner (ADC) Dimapur, Albert Ezung, stated that cleanliness drive would commence from 6am on November 9, 2018 at New Market, Dimapur. ADC informed that awareness campaign at Government Higher Secondary School, Half Nagarjan, Dimapur would take place at 10am. The programme has been organised in view of the visit of North East Brand Ambassador NAMASTE States cum Convenor, Swachh Bharat Mission, Sotai Kri, advisor to Arunachal Pradesh chief minister.

15th FC to visit state

DIMAPUR, NOV 8 (NPN): Fifteenth Finance Commission of India is scheduled to visit the state from November 27-29, 2018. According to DIPR, the commission would be having a meeting with the political parties during their visit. In this connection, the state finance department has convened a joint meeting with all the political parties on November 12, 2018 at 10.30 am at the Conference Hall of the Nagaland Civil Secretariat, Kohima.

Each political party has been requested to be represented by two members.

Fuel prices dip again

NEW DELHI, NOV 8 (AGENCIES): Oil marketing companies (OMCs) once again decreased the prices of petrol and diesel on Thursday amid softening global crude oil prices. Petrol and diesel prices in Delhi are Rs 78.21 per litre (decrease by Rs 0.21) and Rs 72.89 per litre (decrease by Rs 0.18), respectively. In Dimapur, a litre of petrol was being retailed at Rs.74.05 (decreased by 20 paise) while diesel price stood at Rs.68.46 per litre on Thursday. In the state capital, the price of petrol was Rs. 74.77 per litre and a litre of diesel was Rs. 69.01.

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ATKK refutes LVC claim

DIMAPUR: The Aqahuto Tokukuzho Kukami Kuqhakulu (ATKK - Aqahuto Area GBs Association), has refuted “the false claims of Lamhai Village Council” (LVC) in regard to land ownership issues.

A rejoinder by ATKK president, Victo Achumi and advisor, Luhozhe Swu, in response to the LVC’s statement published November 4 said that it was constrained to issue the rejoinder “to reiterate the true and documented facts in regard to the establishment of Kiyevi Village and subsequently the government recognition of Khehoi Village.”

On the LVC’s claim that they were the land owners, ATKK reiterated that since its inception, Kiyevi Village had been an integral part of Western Sumi area, more specifically Aqahuto area. It further claimed that Kiyevi Village was built upon the strength of a permit issued by the then British Administered government and has been in existence since as a bona fide and recognized village of Western Sumi area. ATKK quoted from an order of the then Deputy Commissioner, Naga Hills, Kohima dated May 21, 1953, in Pol. Case No.16 of 1953 where it was ruled that, “the land falling between the two rivers of Khova and Langlung falls within the Western Sema block. This fact was corroborated by all the available evidence….”

The association added that Kiyevi Village was situated “perfectly within the areas of land which has been clearly reflected as land within the Western Sema Block”.

ATKK questioned the intentions of LVC as to why

they failed to raise any questions from the establishment/recognition of Kiyevi Village and throughout its existence when LVC had all the time and opportunity and also asked why LVC had raised the claims now without affording any substantial reasons or explanations. ATKK added that it and the Western Sumi community were therefore under the belief that the LVC has raised their untimely claims with malicious intentions of posing a threat and disturbance to the peaceful existence and recognition of bona fide Western Sumi villages.

In regard to the question of obtaining NOC from neighboring villages, ATKK refused to admit any of the LVC’s claims but reiterated that Kiyevi Village was established purely on the strength of a permit issued by the then British administered government, but the neighboring Zeliangrong villages exist without any NOCs or permits from Kiyevi Village or other neighboring Sumi villages.

It therefore said that LVC should be more concerned about the Zeliangrong Villages which exist without NOCs from neighboring Western Sumi villages “instead of senselessly barking at the bonafide and recognised Western Sumi Villages.” “…there is no question of Kiyevi Village being a part or parcel of any other village either historically, geographically, or demographically nor there is any record or document to even suggest the claims made by Lamhai Village Council” it asserted.

ATKK also claimed that the land for Khehoi village was established on land

donated by Kiyevi village, allotted through government permits, adding that thus the recognition of Khehoi village was justified while the LVC’s claims “remains vague, fantastical and devoid of any logic.”

In response to the claim that some individuals from Kiyevi Village approached the LVC for adoption, ATKK out rightly denied any such event. “… throughout the annals of the history of Western Sumi Area neither any individual, group or village have ever approached any Zeliang or Rongmei village for adoption nor is there any such accord or undertaking on record or otherwise of such incident…” it asserted.

On “the apparently new claims” of the purported adoption of Kiyevi Villagers and the LVC’s claim of land ownership, ATKK said that the claim at this juncture of time was clearly mischievous and highly questionable and called these claims “highly defamatory, slanderous, libelous and malicious which were made with the intention to distort facts and history.”

ATKK added that the LVC’s “derogatory and defaming statements made in public” were liable to be challenged in the appropriate court for defamation, slander, libel and malicious intent. It further “without prejudice” challenged the LVC to bring forth any material or records to defend its claims. The association thus asserted that in the event of any attempt to compromise the “peaceful ownership of the bonafide Western Sumi village lands”, ATKK remains prepared to afford befitting reply to any such intimidation.

To further buttress its

claim, ATKK cited to a September 13, 1985 order of the then Extra Assistant Commissioner (EAC), Jalukie in regard to “T.R.C. khetis” developed by villagers of Mhai Namtsi “located in Kiyevi Village land which was pronounced in open court…”

The order permitted Mhai Namtsi villagers to cultivate the “respective khetis within Kiyevi land” on payment of taxes to Kiyevi Village at Rs. 150 per kheti.

The order also said that as demanded by the village chairman of Kiyevi, the T.R.C khetis were to be taken back by Kiyevi Village from January 1986 after payment of compensation

by Kiyevi Village to the villagers of Mhai Namtsi.

On the strength of the order, ATKK asserted that any question of land ownership by Lamhai Village does not arise under any circumstances. Instead, it said that the Kiyevi Village was lenient enough to allow some Rongmies to temporarily cultivate Kiyevi village land on payment of nominal land taxes.

Citing also to a document signed by chairman Dunki Council on May 17, 1982, where Dunki Council certified that the land donated for construction of a Catholic Church was the land of Kiyevi Village, ATKK said that this further establishes its claim on the land. Citing these circumstances and documents, ATKK asserted that Kiyevi village was established on the strength of government permit and the land upon which the village was built was never a part of Lamhai or any other village and that Khehoi village was established on the bona fide land of Kiyevi Village.

Zunheboto DPDB meeting held

DIMAPUR: The Zunheboto District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) meeting for the month of November was held on November 8 at the DC’s Conference Hall, Zunheboto, under the chairmanship of Khehovi Yepthomi, chairman DPDB Zunheboto & advisor of Tourism Art and culture.

According to a DIPR report, the chairman welcomed the members and in his speech, laid stress the importance of

Heads of Offices attending the DPDB meeting. He asked the members to regularly attend DPDB meetings and asked the DC to monitor attendance records.

The DC highlighted the Mini Hornbill Festival preparations and requested members to give their full cooperation during the festival. Among the agendas discussed in the meeting was a complaint against irregularity of employees in government offices and institutions

submitted by Sumi Kiphimi Kuqhakulu (SKK). The board ordered that the attendance of DPDB members’ be presented in the next meeting.

On the matter of creation of a Sub-Treasury office at Satakha, the board deliberated the issue and the senior treasury officer briefed the board about the criteria for creation of a Sub-Treasury Office. The board agreed to forward the matter to the government for further action.

New team takes charge of SCC

DIMAPUR: Supply Colony Council (SCC) has informed the public that a new team of office bearers has taken over the charge of the SCC w.e.f. October 27, 2018. A press release from SCC Publicity & Information

secretary, C. Mungling Konyak stated that all communications may be addressed to the following: chairman, Tokheho Achumi at 9436261590, and general secretary, Alem Jamir at 9612206299.

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SSP organises Diwali Mela DIMAPUR: Sainik School Punglwa (SSP) celebrated Diwali, the festival of lights, on November 6. As part of the celebration, an interhouse stall display competition was organised where each house set up stalls and organised entertaining mental, physical and luck based games. A press release from SSP stated that all the cadets, staff and their families enjoyed the mela and its games. A raffle draw, tombola and traditional fire cracker display were also organised. Principal of the school group, captain Sharad R Keskar, inaugurated the stalls and graced the occasion as chief guest.

In the competition, Doyang House emerged as the winner followed by Saramati and Melak house in the second and third positions respectively. The chief guest presented the trophy to the winning house for putting up an impressive stall.

GPRN/NSCN offers condolences DIMAPUR: GPRN/ NSCN has expressed shock over the untimely demise of late ‘colonel’ Tokugha Zhimo, son of late Satovi Zhimo from Ghonivi village at Zion Hospital, Dimapur on November 7. GPRN/ NSCN in a condolence message through its MIP, stated that late Tokugha Zhimo was a God fearing man and amiable person who was dedicated to the nation till his last breath. It stated that words were not enough to express all his brave acts throughout his service for the nation, adding that he would forever be remembered. GPRN/ NSCN offered heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.

news in Brief ANHTU dimapur unit emergency meeting: All Nagaland Hindi Teachers Union (ANHTU) Dimapur unit has convened an emergency meeting for November 11, 11 a.m. at HASPAK Burma Camp (Banker).

All office bearers under Dimapur have been requested to attend the meeting.

ANGPTA Dimapur unit informs head teachers: All Nagaland Government Primary Teachers’ Association (ANGPTA) Dimapur unit has requested all head teachers/teachers in-charge to collect Rs. 200 from each member (membership fee of primary teacher from SDEO Dimapur) from their respective schools and submit the said amount during the collection of pay-slip or submit the collected amount in the account number “which will be know to you all.”

Atoho Shohe, Thahekhu-7. All the family members have been requested to attend without fail.

Wokha DPDP meet deferred: District Planning & Development Board (DPDB) Wokha chairman has informed members that the monthly DPDB meeting for the month of November 2018 has been deferred to November 13. The venue and time remains the same. All the members have been informed to note the change of date and attend the meeting without fail.

NEA to observe national education day: Nagaland Education Association (NEA) in collaboration with Ura College of Teacher Education (UCTE) Kohima will observe a National Education Day on November 10, 10 am at Ura Academy Hall, Kohima. M. Phil in education, PhD PBVC joint meeting: Purana Bazar ‘B’ in education, diploma in education, teachVillage Council (PBVC) has convened its ers and professors, have been requested to joint meeting of GBs, VCMs, council advi- attend the same. sors, office bearers of youth organisations PDGU informs: The Peren District and women organisations for November Gorkha Union (PDGU) has informed 10, 10 a.m. at its Head GB’s residence to all concerned that its 11th Foundation deliberate the forthcoming village day-&- Day Celebration will be held on Novemsports and night carnival. ber 27 at the Town Hall in Peren with DWO Mon on NSAP payment: District Welfare Officer (DWO) Mon, Z. Murie Yimchunger has informed pensioners that pension payment for old age and financial assistance for widow, disabled and the blind payments under NSAP for the year 2016-17 for nine months will be made from the office of the DWO Mon w.e.f. November 14 to December 21.

Beneficiaries have been asked to collect their payments by bringing photocopies of their Aadhaar card and bank account book front page.

ACYA Khrietho Riilou 2018: A threeday Khrietho Riilou 2018 under the aegis of Angami Catholic Youth Association (ACYA) on the theme, “Khrista la shieshiilie” will commence from November 9 to 11 at WAPO ground, Sechii-Zubza, Kohima, hosted by Sechii-Zubza Catholic Youth Association (SZCYA).

Duncan residents’ general meeting : Duncan Bosti Council (DBC) and GBs of Duncan Bosti (GBDB) have informed all Duncan residents to attend the colony general meeting on November 10, 8 am at Community Hall, Duncan.

KKDA annual prayer meeting: Kichilimi Kuqhakulu Dimapur Area (KKDA) annual general prayer meeting will be held on November 10, 7 am at the residence of

Zeliangrong Baudi Nagaland president, Rangsam N Hau as the chief guest and Nagaland Gorkha Association president, Nobin Pradhan as the guest of honour.

Star Multipurpose Cooperative Society share holders meeting: Star multipurpose Co-operative Society Ltd will be holding a meeting on November 10, 11 am at the society building office. General secretary Sebu Sekhose has requested all members to bring their shareholder certificates and attend the meeting.

ANEFWA meeting: All Nagaland Electricity Field Workers Association (ANEFWA) has convened a meeting for November 23, 11 am at Urra Hotel, near Red Cross Building. All advisors and presidents and general secretaries of each zone have been asked to attend the meeting.

Mokokchung DPDB meeting on November 15: District Planning Machinery Cell, Mokokchung has informed board members that the monthly meeting of Mokokchung District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) will be held on November 15 at the Conference Hall of ADC (Planning), Mokokchung from 11 am. All DPDB members have been informed to attend the meeting without fail. (DIPR)

NTBCCD celebrates World Sunday School Day DIMAPUR: With the rest of the world, New Tesen Baptist Church Children Department (NTBCCD), celebrated World Sunday School Day on November 4 at its Church premises under the theme, ‘Jesus grew in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and men’ from Luke chapter 2 verse 52.

A press release by Sunday School superintendent, Nlumbui Hengame stated that the day was marked by glitzy decorations and students displayed their talents through activities like skits, songs, Bible verse recitations and choreography.

The release added that Sunday School teachers were also felicitated by Nlumbui

Children of NTBCCD presenting an action song during their World Sunday School Day celebrations on November 4.

Hengame. Speaker of the day, children department advisor, Itingcang, who spoke on how Jesus grew in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and

men, and briefly highlighted the origin of Sunday School in the beginning his sermon.

A major highlight of the program was the invocation of

God’s blessings upon the Children’s department by pastor Heikwetgong. The service was led by Sunday School teacher, Kisuingaule.

More reports of Tokhü Emong festival celebrations

DALPO members and invitees at the organization’s Tokhü Emong Lotha hoho Office bearers along with members of district administration A women group presenting a special song at the Mon District Lotha Hoho Tokhü Emong celebrations. (DIPR) Phek and elders. celebration program.

DIMAPUR: The premier post harvest festival of Lotha Nagas, Tokhü Emong, was celebrated with across Nagaland on Wednesday. Lothas across the state celebrated the festival by organizing programs and feasts. Following are some more reports of the celebrations.

DALPO: Dhansiripar Area Lotha Public Organization (DALPO) observed its first Tokhü K

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Emong program on November 7, at Biblical Leadership Institute, Dhansiripar with RO, Dimapur, Mhalo Kikon as the guest of honour.

A press release by DALPO stated that the guest of honour exhorted the gathering on the relevance of the day. GS of DALPO, S Nchumbemo Yanthan, highlighted the story of Tokhü Emong.

The celebration began

with an invocation by pastor in-charge, Razaphebasa Lotha Baptist Fellowship, Nanbemo Ngullie; chairman of DALPO, S Mhonthung Tsopoe also addressed the gathering.

An entertainment session was conducted by standup comedian, Lawrence Kikon, and the program concluded with a benediction by pastor UBC Dhansiripar, Chenirao Jungi, who also pronounced a

prayer of blessings for the DALPO which was recently formed and affiliated to the Lotha Hoho, Dimapur.

Phek: The Lotha community of Phek celebrated its 48th Tokhü Emong on November 7 at the Bungalow of Deputy Commissioner Phek, Orenthung Lotha.

A press release by the organiser, Lotha Hoho Phek, stated that the fes-

tival was celebrated with great fanfare with a huge turnout.

In his speech, the DC Phek expressed happiness over the community’s initiatives and their cooperation through 48 years of existence and lauded their spirit of brotherhood.

Orenthung also encouraged the community to strive for more cooperation, coexisting in peace and harmony and make

positive contributions to society. Special guests, additional SP Phek, Tokavi Achumi and 2nd in-charge (officiating commandant) 22 Assam Rifles, Phek, R A Gothwal, also extended Tokhü greetings and promised all possible help to the community.

Mon: Mon District Lotha Hoho celebrated Tokhü Emong Lhinsung on November 7 at the residence of Chumlamo

Humtsoe, SDO (C) Hq Mon. According to DIPR, speaking on the occasion, Chumlamo welcomed the guest and extended festival greetings to the members of the community.

Lissumo Ezung, ADEO Mon explained the meaning and significance of Tokhü Emong.

Dr. M. Libanthung Ngullie, principal, Wangkhao College Mon, and SP

Mon also spoke on the occasion. Commandant of 13th AR, ADC Mon, HoOs and other officers attended the function.

Yibemo Kithan, pastor LBC, Mon invoked God’s blessings. The prog ram was chaired

by Yanithung Ngullie, SDO(C) Mon, and a vote of thanks was proposed

by T.A Ngullie. The occasion culminated with a sumptuous feast.

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Kohima, Nov 8 (NPN): The 3rd Convention of the ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) held here at Indira Gandhi Stadium on November 8. Various speakers, including those from regional parties such as Asom Gana Parishad (Assam), and United Democratic Party (Meghalaya), besides PDA partners, addressed the convention.

NDPP president, Chingwang Konyak, in his address said that Nagaland had been crying for stability, strong leadership and policies to bring positive change to the state.

He promised that NDPP along with its PDA partners would provide stability and firm decisive leadership. In line with the motto of NDPP “Deeds not words,” he said the NDPP and PDA partners

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were envisioning a new, progressive and prosperous Nagaland.

Stating that Nagaland was in dire need of good governance, transparency and accountability, he said “We shall make efforts at all levels of government to combat corrupt practices, nepotism and misuse of government machineries for personal gain.”

He said that the NDPP was of the firm opinion that the Indo-Naga issue should be resolved through a negotiated political settlement, and a solution that is honourable, acceptable and sustainable must be reached at the earliest.

“The party will not be a mere spectator but will be pro-active and do everything possible to strengthen the ongoing peace process,” he said. The NDPP and PDA alliance will play the role of active facilitators to bring an early solution,

LAW Nagaland releases Lotha Yishüp

he added.

Deputy chief minister, Y. Patton in his address assured the people that his party (BJP) was intact with the NDPP led government and asked the people to not be swayed by rumours.

He said his party would continue as partners with NDPP to run the government.

Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), Tokheho Yepthomi, in his address, stated that the Indo-Naga political talk was at its final stage and urged the people to be part of Naga history in the journey with the PDA government led by Neiphiu Rio. President Assam Gana Parishad (AGP) and Assam minister, Atul Bora in his address said that Neiphiu Rio was not only the leader of the state but also a leader at the North East and national levels.

He urged the people of the

state to continue the cordial relationships with Assam which had been prevalent since time immemorial.

He appealed for working collectively for the development of the North East region, which, he said, was lagging far behind other states. He also spoke about the need to find a solution the issue of illegal foreign immigrants to the North East.

General secretar y, United Democratic Party (UDP) Meghalaya and cochairman Meghalaya state planning board, Dr. Jemino Mawthoh, spoke about the need for unity stating that his party would work for unity, development and peace in the state. He said the North East people shared similar concerns in many areas and they should work collectively to address these.

Minister G. Kaito Aye, in his address, prom-

ised to strengthen the PDA collision government for a stable government and to work for the development of the state. He said the government was only eight months old and could not do much so far, however under the leadership of Neiphiu Rio, he stated that it would pursue all round development in the state.

President National people’s party Nagaland, Ato Yepthomi in his address re-affirmed his support for the leadership of Neiphiu Rio and said he respected the mandate of the people and any rumour or gossip through social media should not believed.

Minister Tongpang Ozukum, in his address also promised to continue his support for the present government. He said the Nagas need a leader like Neiphiu Rio for stable government and for

good governance. Ozukum added that people had many words for the government but the government is decisive, strong and has clear vision of not spouting words alone but displaying development in action.

The prog ram was chaired by working president NDPP Alemtemshi Jamir, invocation prayer was offered by senior pastor CBC MHK & president Kohima Baptist Pastors Fellowship, Rev. Dr. Vevo Phesao. A welcome address delivered by working president NDPP, Nuzota Swuro; a Konyak cultural troupe gave a cultural presentation; special numbers were presented by Pretty Rhythm and Naga choir; the secretary’s general report was presented by Abu Metha. The oath taking of elected members of the central executive board, and adoption of resolutions was led by convenor resolution committee and minister, Neiba Kronu. A vote thanks was proposed by convenor organizing committee and minister, Metsubo Jamir. Earlier, president NDPP Chingwang Konyak hoisted the party flag. Thousands of party workers from various districts, blocks and divisions attended the general convention

Forest & Wildlife campaign to be held in Wokha

DIMAPUR: In view of the Amur Falcon festival (November8 to 10), the Nagaland Forest Department is organizing an awareness campaign on the “Protection and conservation of forest and wildlife” at the Recreation Hall of NEEPCO, Doyang Town, Wokha District on November 10, 10:30 am. According to DIPR, the program will see active participation of legislators and senior officials from the ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change, Government of India, New Delhi; Chief Wildlife Wardens of the North Eastern Region; Wildlife Institute of India; government officials of various departments; para military forces; chairmen, members of nearby village councils; schools; NGOs and other stakeholders. The program is sponsored by the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India, New Delhi.

Advisor, Horticulture depar tment, Mhathung Yanthan will be the special invitee and Director General of Forests & Special Secretary to the Government of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Sidhant Das, will be the guest invitee for the program.

Swasth Bharat Yatra cyclists leave for Diphu

Staff Reporter

Members of Lotha Academy Wokha during the release of the Lotha Yishüp (dictionary) on November 6.

DIMAPUR: Commemorating its 25th anniversary, Lotha Academy Wokha (LAW) Nagaland released the first edition of its Lotha Yishüp (dictionary) on November 6.

A press release by LAW Nagaland stated that the Yishüp was released by president of the Lotha Academy, Fr. Abraham Lotha, and chairman of

the Lotha Literature Committee, L. T Tsanglao. It was dedicated by secretary Mission and Evangelism, Lotha Baptist Churches Association, Rev. Dr. L. L Kikon.

In his speech, Fr. Abraham stated that the edition was an effort to standardize spelling patterns for further development of the Lotha lan-

guage.

LAW Nagaland has also asked interested individuals to log onto the academy web site www. lothaacademy.com for any queries, or feedback.

In case of any inadvertent errors, omissions or additions etc. the academy will rectify/examine them and update these in the second edition.

D I M A P U R , N OV 7 (NPN): The PAN India Cyclothon, an initiative under the central government’s Swasth Bharat Yatra to promote healthy eating and living that reached Dimapur from Kohima on Tuesday, left for its next stop, Diphu, at 7 a.m on Thursday from Hotel Saramati, Super Market, Dimapur.

The contingent of around 40 cyclists comprising of NCC cadets from air and infantry divisions led by Asenla Imsong, proceeded towards Diphu, Karbi Anglong where the baton will be handed over to the lead cyclist of the Diphu team.

In a brief flag off ceremony, additional deputy commissioner, Albert Ezung expressed his delight at the sight of enthusiastic youngsters taking up a noble cause.

He urged the cyclists present to remember the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi and live by them adding

‘Kingship in the Enthronement Psalms’ book released

Author, Dr. Husazulu Chuzho and Geoffrey Yaden with others at the book launch on Thursday. (NP)

Staff Reporter D I M A P U R , N OV 8 (NPN): Dr. Husazulu Chuzho, lecturer of Discipleship Bible College (DBC) and a visiting faculty to Trinity Theological College, released her debut book titled, “Kingship in the Enthronement Psalmsa historical literary analysis of Kingship metaphor and its implications for Israel’s worship” at a brief release program at Mount Miracle, DBC on Thursday.

The 278 page paperback book, printed and published by Christian World Imprints, revolves around the Enthronement K Y M C

Psalms (47, 93, 95 to 100) in relation to theological concerns about the kingship metaphor of Yahweh.

The book elucidates on how the kingship of Yahweh impacted Israel’s worship and how it can continue to impact worship in Indian Churches today.

In her brief address at the launch, author Husazulu Chuzho said that “the book is the fruit of five years of hard labour” adding that extensive research went into writing the book. She thanked all those who supported her in the course of writing her book: colleagues in

the college; friends Thieso Khamo and Daniel Shiu; editor in chief of Nagaland Post, Geoffrey Yaden; family and relatives; acting principal of DBS, S Wati; and renowned Naga author Imtijungla Longchar.

Geoffrey Yaden, who released the book, in his speech said that the book release marked a proud moment for Nagas, and Dr. Husazulu Chuzho had joined the ranks of Imtijungla Longchar in an elite list of Naga women writers. It was also a moment of pride for the college that has supported writers, Yaden added.

Yaden also stressed on

the need for truth without adulterants and urged the students present to pursue the path of excellence and emulate their counterparts in other states who, he said, had progressed and made an impact.

A summary of the book was also presented by associate professor of Old Testament Biblical studies, Dr. Teka who said that the book presented both a diachronic and synchronic approach to hermeneutics of the Enthronement Psalms.

He added that the book addresses the pertinent issue of nominalism in beliefs and practices of Christianity and how the aspect of kings and kingship exerted a great influence on sociopolitics and the religious lives of the Israelites.

Earlier, the invocation prayer was offered by acting principal of DBS, S. Wati; associate professor, Bitoli Aye read from the Bible; Zizilu and friends presented a special song; Imtijungla Longchar offered the dedicatory prayer; and the benediction was offered by associate professor, Apok Jamir. The program was chaired by assistant professor, Shanthungo Ezung.

(L-R) Albert Ezung handing over the relay baton to lead cyclist Asenla Imsong. The cyclists begin their leg of the journey from Hotel Saramati, Dimapur. (NP)

that eating right and staying healthy should be a way of life and not merely a one-day program or a rally.

After his brief speech, the ADC handed over the baton to lead cyclist, Asenla Imsong after which the rally was flagged off. The

Elocution competition on BBBP held

DIMAPUR: An interschool elocution competition under “Beti Bachao Beti Padhao” (BBBP) program on the theme “Rights, Hope and Aspirations” was held on November 6 at Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Tuensang.

A press release from the principal of Government Higher Secondary School Tuensang stated that the special guest of the program was Extra Assistant Commissioner Tuensang, Vikhoto Richa.

Altogether four schools participated in the BBBP competition.

The first prize in the elocution completion was bagged by Tsalila of GHSS Thangjam, second prize by Kitola of GHSS Thangjam and third prize was bagged

by Thangpong of GHSS Tuensang.

The opening remark was delivered by principal GHSS Tuensang, S. Imkongsenla Sangtam.

The judges of the competition were principal, Loyam College Tuensang, Rupali and IEC consultant, DWSM PHED Tuensang, Ashale.

campaign trail in its next North East leg will touch seven towns and cities in Assam and also stop over at Shillong and Itanagar. A total of 60 stops have been scheduled for the North East region.

The cyclothon kicked off from Agartala on Oc-

tober 16 coinciding with World Food Day and will culminate on January 26 in New Delhi- after traversing 2000 towns and cities covering a distance of 18,000 kms with around 7,500 voluntary cyclists from every State and Union Territory.

The flag off ceremony at Hotel Saramati was chaired by Chandrika Das. District FSO, Samuel Zehol; deputy chief medical officer, Antoly Suu, and officials of the FSSAI and State Public Health Laboratory were also in attendance.

Border development Awareness in Mon

Thavaseelan K and members of SCMP after the awareness program on border development.

DIMAPUR: Seemanta Chetana Mancha Purvottar (SCMP), on October 31, organised an awareness program on border development for a prosperous nation at Congress Bhavan, Mon headquarters with DC Mon, Thavaseelan K as the chief guest.

A press release by SCMP stated the in his speech, the DC urged the people to extend their cooperation and utilise funds under BADP properly.

T h e p r o g r a m wa s chaired by SMCP women coordinator, Jainon, introductory speech was

delivered by co-convenor Nagaland, Thsapi and vote of thanks by chief convenor of Nagaland, Rukuvi Sakhrie. The release also stated that, Neangba and Ponwang have been elected as the president and general secretary of SCMP Mon respectively.

District Horticulture Officer, Dimapur, Temsu Longkumer, resource person professor Dr. Chandan Maite, NU SASRD, and framers at a training program on ‘Promotion of cashew-nut cultivation’ at SHN (Green Park) on Thursday. (NP) K Y M C

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AASU warns against Citizenship Bill 2016

All Assam Students Union (AASU) activists along with 28 ethnic organizations take out a procession during a protest against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2016, in Guwahati on Thursday. (PTI) G U WA H AT I , N OV 8 (IANS): The All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) and 28 other organizations on Thursday staged an agitation in Dispur against the government move to execute the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2016 in Assam and other parts of the North-East.

Hundreds of people drawn from AASU and 28 other outfits took part in a rally organized from Ganeshguri to Dispur in protest against the Bill, saying it will threaten the existence of indigenous people of Assam and northeastern states.

“Today we are holding a warning demonstration.

We urge the Chief Minister

Sarbananda Sonowal-led Assam government to say an emphatic ‘no’ to the Bill. If the government goes ahead with it, none sitting in Dispur will be spared,” said AASU adviser Samujjal Bhattacharyya while addressing the rally.

He said the BJP came to power in Assam riding on promises of change.

“Nothing has changed in the last two years. The illegal Bangladeshis are supposed to leave the state, it did not happen. The indigenous people are supposed to get constitutional safeguard, again, nothing happened,” he said.

AASU President Dipank Kumar Nath said

their democratic movement and crusade against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016; the Foreigners (Amendment) Order, 2015; the Passport (Entry into India) Amendment Rules, 2015 and the proposed longterm visas to people from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan would continue.

“The Centre is out to insult the Assam Accord by amending the Citizenship Act. We are not going to let that happen. We’ll continue our protest till the Centre cancels the Citizenship Bill, 2016. We appeal to all linguistic and ethnic groups of the state to oppose the Bill unitedly,” Nath said.

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Normalcy returns to Mizoram Aizawl, Nov 8 (IANS): Normalcy was restored in poll-bound Mizoram on Thursday after two days of protests by NGOs and civil society groups demanding the ouster of the incumbent Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) and reinstatement of ousted Principal Secretary (Home).

“On the last date of filing of nominations on Friday, the candidates are busy filing their papers in their respective constituencies,” an official of the Mizoram Election Department said.

Most candidates, including Chief Minister and Congress state party Chief Lal Thanhawla, could not file their nominations on Tuesday and Wednesday as the Mizoram NGO Coordination Committee (MNCC) spearheaded state-wide protests for the sacking of CEO S.B. Shashank after Principal Secretary (Home) Lalnunmawia Chuaungo was removed on an Election Commission order.

The official said the MNCC, led by Mizoram’s m o s t p owe r f u l N G O, Young Mizo Association, temporarily called off their protests late Wednesday evening after Shashank left Aizawl for New Delhi to meet Chief Election Commissioner Om Prakash Rawat and others.

“The Election Commission on Wednesday deputed a high-level team led by Deputy Election

2nd note ban anniv: Manipur Cong stage protest Correspondent

IMPHAL, Nov 8: On the second anniversary of demonetization, Manipur Congress staged a protest at the gate of Reserve Bank of India regional office in Imphal.

Leaders and members of Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) including MLAs took part in the protest in which placards with various slogans criticizing BJP-led NDA government and demanding resignation of Narendra Modi as Prime Minister were displayed.

“Save India, down down Modi”, “Modi govt is against the poor people,” “Shame Shame Modi, “Demonetization made suffer people”, “Demonetization is the killer of industries,” etc were some of the slo-

Commissioner Sudeep Jain to visit Mizoram on Friday to hold talks with all stake-holders,” the official added.

According to an official of the state election department, the Election Commission last week removed the Principal Secretary (Home) Lalnunmawia Chuaungo from his post for “dereliction of duty and interference in election process”.

The CEO in his report to the Election Commission reportedly said that Chuaungo was creating obstacles in allowing the Reang tribals, sheltered in Tripura for over 21 years, to vote in the November 28 polls to constitute the 40-member Assembly.

The 35,000 Reang tribals, taking shelter in Tripura for over 21 years, have demanded setting up of polling stations in refugee camps so that they could cast their votes.

The Reang tribal refugees, comprising 5,907 families, fled Mizoram and have been staying in Tripura’s Kanchanpur and Panisagar sub-divisions since October 1997 following ethnic tension after a Mizo forest official was killed.

M e a n w h i l e, t h e MNCC in a letter to the Chief Election Commissioner said that the Election Commission must stick to the written commitment made by the poll panel in April 2014.

gans displayed during the protest.

Talking to reporters, MPCC president TN Haokip alleged that Modi government’s demonetization had put all section of people, particularly poor people across the country at the limit of their woes.

Many medium and small industries have been

shut down after the demonetization leaving thousands of people jobless, he added.

The MPCC president also claimed that the demonetization move was nothing but to convert the black money into white money. He alleged it was the “biggest scam” in the history of independent India.

MPCC vice president T Mangibabu claimed that demonetization had made all section of people suffer.

“Why BJP government did not issue any advertisement or congratulate people that the party had done on the first anniversary of demonetization last year,” he asked.

Indian, Chinese troops meet at Arunachal border

I tanaga r , N ov 8 (PTI): Indian and Chinese troops met and exchanged greetings on the occasion of Diwali at Wacha in Arunachal Pradeshs Anjaw district and at Bum-La in Tawang district, a defence communique informed here on Thursday.

The two sides met on Wednesday and exchanged gifts and sweets at Anjaw and the Chinese side included women and children, the communique said.

The two sides interacted and exchanged greetings in a cordial atmosphere, a sign of improving militaryto-military ties at ground level, it said.

The programme at Anjaw was marked by its friendly and cordial atmosphere and cultural programmes were presented by the Indian Army personnel and students of Kibithu Government Middle School, it said.

The event was aimed at enhancing the mutual trust and friendship between the two border guarding forces.

The Indian Army and Chinas Peoples Liberation Army conducted a ceremonial border personnel meeting to commemorate joint celebrations of Diwali organised by the Indian Army at Bum-La in Tawang district, the communique said.

Meghalaya rights activist injured in coal mafia attack

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Manipur Congress leaders and workers protesting outside RBI regional office in Imphal on Thursday. (NP)

Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Shillong, Nov 8: Meghalaya powerful women’s rights activist, Agnes Kharshiing and her two companions were brutally assaulted in a coal belt area in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills district on Thursday.

Medical officials at the North East Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health Medical Sciences said that Kharshiing is in a critical condition with cut injuries on her skull bone and other injuries in her body. Her companion Amita Sangma also suffered severe injuries besides their driver E Kurbah, who is also para legal volunteer,

are admitted in NEIGRIHMS. “A group of 30 40 people, including women who are mostly dealing with coal trade attacked us at Lum Sohshrew area around the coal depots after Kharshiing went and lodged a complaint at the Lad Rymbai police station on the illegal mining and transportation of coal in the district,” Kurbah said.

“We were waylaid by a three to four vehicles and they later dragged us out from the vehicle. They snatched away our mobile phones. They kicked and punched us and Kharshiing was hit by a log from behind. It was a scary incident,” Kurbah said.

Manipur to benefit from Asian Highway, rail connectivity: CM

Imphal, Nov 8 (PTI): Manipur is hoping to benefit from the upcoming Asian Highway and rail connectivity to become an investment destination in the northeast, Chief Minister N Biren Singh said.

Singh said the state could well become the main gateway to Southeast Asia via the land route as work on the four-lane highway is on in full swing.

National Highway 39 that passes through the state capital Imphal up to Moreh on the Indo-Myanmar border is being developed as Asian Highway 1.

The trans-Asian highway traverses through several countries in the continent and the stretch through Manipur is scheduled to be completed by mid-2021, he said.

“Land related issued have been solved and land acquisition completed,” Singh told a visiting group of journalists recently.

Work on the JiribamImphal railway line is also going on and the project has a deadline of December 2020 to be operational and bring Manipur on the Indian Railway map.

The 111-km long railway line passes through several tunnels and will also have a number of bridges owing to the hilly terrain it has to cover to reach the

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Imphal valley.

The chief minister expressed hope that the completion of the highway and railway projects will bring much-needed attention to the state from entrepreneurs.

The state has been plagued by decades-long insurgency with a number of militant groups still active in the hills and also the valley.

Army and Assam Rifles officials, who spearhead antiinsurgency operations in the state, said though militancy is on the wane, extortion by many of these groups remain a problem.

“Manipur is now a totally peaceful state,” the chief minister said.

Admitting that the problem of extortion remains, Singh said the issue will also be solved once successful deliberations are held with the insurgent groups, whom he has invited for talks.

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AFFIDAVIT

Date 08/11/18

I, Shri. Kavito Sema, S/o Vikhupu resident of Kiyekhu Village, Dist.

Zunheboto, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as under: 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and resident of the aforementioned address.

2. That in my Aadhaar Card, HSSLC and SBI Account, my name has been entered/recorded under a different name that is Kavito Sema, Kavito Sumi and V. Kavito Sema.

3. That these (written above) names are my name and the same person i.e. me only.

4. That my name has been entered/recorded as Kavito Sema in all of my feature purposes.

5. That this affidavit shall be produced as a piece of documentary proof and evidence as and when required before any competent authority/ies to declare that Kavito Sumi, V. Kavito Sema and Kavito Sema are synonymous and indistinguishable and pertains to the name of the one and the same person and further to correct and rectify my name in my Bank Account, Aadhaar Card and in my HSSLC Admit Card to / as Kavito Sema before the concerned authority.

6. That the statements made from Para 1 to 5 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing material has been concealed therein.

And I signed this affidavit on this 8th day of November' 2018 at Dimapur, Nagaland.

DEPONENT Solemnly affirmed and declared before me by the deponent.

NOTARY PUBLIC DP-8405

Regd. No. 144/2016

AFFIDAVIT

Date 26/11/16

I, Mr. LAKHUM YIMCHUNGER, son of Late SHOKHEAH, aged about 55 years, a native of Zhimkiur Village, district Kiphire, Nagaland and presently residing at Old Showuba Village, District Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby state and affirm on oath as below: 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India hailing from the Yimchunger Naga tribe with my permanent residence at Old Showuba Village in Dimapur District, Nagaland.

2. That my name has been entered in my Employee's Provident Fund Organisation's record as L. YIMCHUNGER and in my service record as S. LAKHEAM YIMCHUNGER and LAKHIM YIMCHUNGER instead of LAKHUM YIMCHUNGER. 3. That all the names L. YIMCHUNGER, S. LAKHEAM YIMCHUNGER, LAKHIM YIMCHUNGER & LAKHUM YIMCHUNGER are one and the same person, denoting me.

4. That I verify the statements in above mentioned paragraphs as true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing is concealed therein.

DEPONENT The deponent solemnly sworn and declared before me on this 26th day of November' 2016.

NOTARY PUBLIC DP-8409 Regd. No. 2228/2018

DECLARATION

Date 08/11/2018

I, Smti. Mary Rose, daughter of Suisa Vashum, Resident of Bank Colony, Dimapur, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under: 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and a resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That in my Service Record, my name has been entered/recorded as Mary Rose Vashum, and in my Service Identity Card and Aadhaar Card No. 9937 7673 0338, my name has been recorded as Mary Rose and in my PAN Card No. CGAPM9994D, and SBI Saving Bank Account, my name has been recorded as Rose Mary.

3. That Vashum, and my actual date of birth is 16/05/1964, and not 15/05/1964 as recorded in my Service Identity Card.

4. That the name Mary Rose, Rose Mary, and Mary Rose Vashum, refers to one and some person, i.e. me.

5. That henceforth, my name shall be used/addressed as Mary Rose, DOB16/05/1964 for all official purpose.

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Day after Diwali, Delhi records worst air quality

Commuters drive through heavy smog, a day after Diwali celebrations, in New Delhi, Thursday. (PTI)

triggered by firecrackers and LPG cylinder blast, among others, on Diwali night in Delhi, including an incident in which two children lost their lives and two others were injured. This, they said was much higher than previous years.

Over 250 cases of burn injuries were reported by various hospitals in the national capital this Diwali.

The Supreme Court has allowed people to burst firecrackers from 8 pm to 10 pm only on Diwali and other festivals. The top court also allowed manufacture and sale of just “green crackers” which have low emission of light, sound and harmful chemicals. The court said the police should ensure there was no sale of banned firecrackers and in case of any violation, the Station House Officer (SHO) of the police station of the area would be held personally liable and this would amount to committing contempt of court. But despite the Supreme Court’s order, certain places recorded violations where firecrackers were burnt before and after the

set time frame.

The areas where the violations were recorded included Mayur Vihar Extension, Lajpat Nagar, Lutyens’ Delhi, IP extension, Dwarka and Noida Sector 78, according to a report.

The police admitted that violations were observed and it would take serious legal action against people violating the apex court order. They said they were continuously patrolling the areas to check for violations. Partly as a result of smoke from the firecrackers, the overall air quality index (AQI) in Delhi jumped to 574 which falls in the “severe-plus emergency” category, according to data by the Centre-run SAFAR (System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research).

A “severe plus emergency” AQI essentially means that even healthy people could suffer from respiratory illnesses on prolonged exposure. This air will seriously affect those with ailments, according to the advisory issued by SAFAR.

Kolkata, Nov 8 (PTI): Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Thursday accused the Narendra Modi government of trying to capture the Reserve Bank of India to tide over its fiscal crisis, warning that any such move would be catastrophic.

“The government stares at a fiscal-deficit crisis. The government wants to step up the expenditure in an election year. Finding all avenues closed, in desperation, the government has demanded Rs 1 lakh crore from the reserves of RBI,” the former Union finance minister said at a press conference here.

If RBI Governor Urjit Patel stands his ground, the Centre is planning to issue a direction under Section 7 of the RBI Act, 1934, directing the apex bank to transfer Rs 1 lakh crore to the government’s account, he claimed.

Section 7 of the RBI Act gives special powers to the government to issue directions to the RBI governor on issues of public interest.

Chidambaram alleged that the government had packed the central bank’s board with handpicked nominees and was making every attempt to push through its proposals at the RBI board meeting on November 19.

“If the RBI either defies the government or the RBI governor resigns, in either events, the consequence will be catastrophic,” he said.

In this situation, the senior Congress leader said, there were only two options for Patel: either resign or transfer the amount to the government.

Oppn parties must join hands to save country: Naidu Bengaluru, Nov 8 (PTI): Days after he met heads of many opposition parties, including Rahul Gandhi, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu Thursday met former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda and his Karnataka counterpart H D Kumaraswamy and said it was necessary for all opposition parties to join hands to save the country and institutions from destruction.

Aiming to forge an anti-BJP front ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, Naidu alleged that every institution, including CBI and RBI, had been destroyed by the BJP-led NDA government.

“It is our responsibility to join hands together to save and protect this great nation and also save democracy and the Constitution,” he told reporters after meeting Deve Gowda and Kumaraswamy here.

Naidu hinted that the 1996 model of forming

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu (R) greets Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy (L) and former prime minister HD Devegowda (C) before a meeting in Bengaluru, Thursday. (PTI)

the government with Deve Gowda as prime minister with outside support of the Congress, could also be one of the experiments to form the government at the centre.

“PM candidate, we will decide. All of us will join together. First our aim is to protect democracy and save nation. What I am saying is, Congress is the main and major party. If you see only one experiment, that is

under Deve Gowda’s prime ministership.

At that time, the Third Front had come to power.

“Then we had take support from Congress from outside. That is the only experiment... “ he said.

Asked whether he was referring to 1996 model of forming government, he said, “I am interested in the nation and consensus. Everybody will join together.

There is no organisation as

of today. I have taken some initiative and I am meeting everybody. After that, we will meet and decide how to go about.”

Echoing similar views, Kumaraswamy said the prime ministerial candidate could be discussed later, “but at this point of time, the focus is to unite the opposition and save democracy.”

He said a mega farmers rally would be held in December or January.

“I plan to hold the event by December-end or January (next year). All regional leaders, with the exception of BJP, will be invited,” he said.

Flaying the BJP-led NDA government, Deve Gowda alleged the NDA has created problems by destroying various institutions of the country. “It is the responsibility of all secular parties including the Congress to come together to oust the present government,” he said.

Armed forces’ financial powers raised by 5 times

NEW DELHI, Nov 8 (Agencies): In an effort to ensure faster procurement of specific procurements that are needed for operational preparedness, the Ministry of Defence has increased the financial powers of the Vice Chiefs of the Army, Navy and the Air Force by five times, Financial Express reported.

Sources confirmed to FE Online, that “There has been increase in the financial powers for the Vice Chiefs from the existing Rs 100 crore to Rs 500 crore now.”

The financial enhancement has been approved of the three chiefs to make certain categories of procurement,

as this ensure that the armed forces are able ensure a high degree of serviceability of the in-service equipment, procurement of stores including ammunition. Earlier this year, the defence minister Nirmala Sithraman had approved “substantial’’ an enhancement of the financial powers of the three chiefs.

According to sources, it was raised upto Rs 100 crore in the segment of revenue procurement. The ministry said the enhancement of powers of the vice chiefs is for cases under ‘Single Tender Enquiry’ (STE) and the Proprietary Article Certificate (PAC) categories

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New Delhi, Nov 8 (PTI): A thick haze engulfed Delhi on Thursday as it recorded its worst air quality of the year the morning after Diwali, with the pollution level entering “severe-plus emergency” category or ten times the permissable limit due to rampant bursting of toxic firecrackers in gross violation of a Supreme Court order, authorities said.

While many residents and green activists voiced their helplessness at the violation of the Supreme Court’s 8 PM to 10 pm time limit of bursting firecrackers and expressed anguish, doctors advised people to stay indoors, use N-99 masks and not venture out.

The Delhi police said it had registered over 550 cases and arrested over 300 people for violating apex court’s order in this regard, while asserting that on Diwali day, it also seized 2,776 kgs of firecrackers, arrested 87 people and registered 72 cases in connection with illegal sale of firecrackers.

Delhi Fire Services (DFS) responded to over 300 calls on fire incidents

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Eco-culture tourism

t was an important occasion to remind the local community of their responsibility towards collective responsibility for sustainable bio-diversity tourism as a means of harnessing the potential to develop the local economy and reverse the trend of total dependence on the government. Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio had urged upon the Lotha community at the Tokhu Emong celebrations at Wokha, to protect the Amur falcon so as to promote tourism and in return create an economic cycle that is sustainable. The importance of bio-diversity for promotion of tourism among north eastern states cannot become a mere mention. Biological diversity means the variability among living organisms from all sources, including terrestrial, marine and other aquatic ecosystems, and the ecological complexes of which they are part; this includes diversity within species, between species and of ecosystems. In simple terms, it can be described as the diversity of life on Earth. one of tourism’s most valuable assets is to promote sustainability that balances the use of natural resources with sound conservation management. Sustainable tourism can provide vital income and employment for local communities, maintain local biodiversity and raise awareness of the importance of conservation.

The state government should offer clear incentives to local village authorities by insisting on creation of environment or bio-diversity NGOs. This translates into direct action for conservation and both direct and indirect income for local stakeholders, boosting local, national and international support for the protection of nature. With habitat destruction as the leading cause of species extinction, protected areas form the cornerstones of efforts to conserve biodiversity. For many national parks, tourism provides the financial means and incentives for conservation and justifies the creation of further protected areas. The mini-hornbills to be held in the 11 districts of the state coinciding with the major festivals of the indigenous community can be used to promote the concept of bio-diversity tourism. Nagaland can offer eco-tourism and so it should be emphasised. It may be pertinent to note that the world’s poor, especially in rural areas, are especially vulnerable, depending heavily on biological resources for much of their needs. Thus, when the local government provides incentives for conservation, the local populace will be able to relate to their interests and responsibilities. At the same time, revenue provides impetus for private biodiversity conservation efforts and is often channelled into capacity building programmes for local communities to manage protected areas. Tourism has an increasingly important role to play in raising awareness of sustainability issues and motivating people to change long-established practices and behaviours. With millions of people travelling the globe each year, tourism is an ideal vehicle to spread awareness of the importance of biodiversity to all of our lives and the urgent need for its conservation. What has been offered by nature is invaluable in terms of tourism and as a legacy for posterity but whether the government will do what should be done, remains to be seen. Nagaland’s once pristine forests spread over Peren, Dimapur and Mon have practically been wiped out of the map. The Wildlife Protection Act(1972) has enough teeth but as the rule of law has no place under the argument of the privilege clause under Article 371(A). There is serious need for a debate and clarity of what is good and bad for the people and their future.

DailyDevotion The Unrivaled Power of Prayer We do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.

—Romans 8:26 We realize that we are energized by the Holy Spirit for prayer; and we know what it is to pray in accordance with the Spirit; but we don’t often realize that the Holy Spirit Himself prays prayers in us which we cannot utter ourselves. When we are born again of God and are indwelt by the Spirit of God, He expresses for us the unutterable.

“He,” the Holy Spirit in you, “makes intercession for the saints according to the will of God” (Romans 8:27). And God searches your heart, not to know what your conscious prayers are, but to find out what the prayer of the Holy Spirit is.

The Spirit of God uses the nature of the believer as a temple in which to offer His prayers of intercession. “…your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit…”

(1 Corinthians 6:19). When Jesus Christ cleansed the temple, “…He would not allow anyone to carry wares through the temple” (Mark 11:16). The Spirit of God will not allow you to use your body for your own convenience. Jesus ruthlessly cast out everyone who bought and sold in the temple, and said, “My house shall be called a house of prayer…. But you have made it a ‘den of thieves’ ” (Mark 11:17).

Have we come to realize that our “body is the temple of the Holy Spirit”? If so, we must be careful to keep it undefiled for Him. We have to remember that our conscious life, even though only a small part of our total person, is to be regarded by us as a “temple of the Holy Spirit.” He will be responsible for the unconscious part which we don’t know, but we must pay careful attention to and guard the conscious part for which we are responsible.

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Revisiting the significance of culture in Naga society

very Naga probably knows the significance of own culture in mind; however, they devalue its significance in practice. Culture is well defined in practice than in theories for it is a way of life of the people and other living and non living creatures. Rationalists or intellectuals, to express their rational competencies, may argue that culture has no single definition. However, in reality there can be only one definition of culture i.e.

‘Way of life’ of all living and a non- living creature which is in simple term ‘inherited traditional education’ or Clifford Geertz called it “Local Knowledge” (Geertz. 1983), that passes from generation to generation. I agree with Zygmunt Mauman that culture according to him is a praxis which emerges from the human interaction with the rest of the world experience (Mauman. 1998) objectively in day to day life.

When the word ‘culture’ appears, for the modern Nagas, it predominantly means traditional attires, songs, and dances as they are often primarily focused during any festivals of every Naga tribe.

However, most of them have ignored the basic culture which depicts the genuine identity of the community such as seeds of crops, fruits, plants, art of building houses with bamboo thread, wooden beams, bamboos, thatches, art of making earthen pot, cotton refining, gun making, forest conservation, story and history telling, identifying appropriate seasons for raw material harvest, clan and most importantly, culture of cultivation. Moreover, it is possible that most of the

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seeds of the crops and other plants are toward extinction, for many have failed to conserve and utilize them that the wave of modern education and development had swept them away. However, development and education without cultural identity inevitably leads to extinction of a person’s identity and it may be too late by the time he/she searches to present oneself among numerous ethnicities.

Each tribe has specific identity through food culture that common people carry like: Sumis with Axone, Lotha with Bamboo Shoot, Ao with Anisi, Konyak with Yam/ taro, Yimchungru with Kholar and so on. Food culture among the Nagas plays one of the most important roles of identity of the people.

Scholars argue that culture is another definition of religion or religion and culture are inseparable social phenomenon. Which is why Clifford Geertz, an anthropologist defines religion as cultural system where religion can be found in culture and vis-e-vis (Geertz. 1973), similarly, Robert Bellah in his book “Religion in Human Evolution” insightfully analyzed that religion emerges by observing the behaviors or every movement of human being and animal (Bellah, 2011). Based on these scholars, there is a possibility that religion develops from human culture but not culture from religion. The exploration of scholars and research towards searching a meaning of culture according to each perception cannot be avoided or ignored, yet, cannot be accepted as a universal normative definition of culture.

I see culture is a complete

separate social phenomenon from religion though it remains inseparable for the sake of an academic argument. Religion predominantly teaches about God by learning through a written text; however, culture is a practiced that has no teaching through any written text or not such to learn from a theory. It is a natural unquestionable human way of life which accompanied since their existence. The history of human existence and culture concurrently originate that culture becomes the identity of the people. People in general are defined by their culture which inevitably creates the identity of the people among different groups, communities, clans, regions and others.

Thus, culture is the identity of the people. Culture is dynamic or non-static due to social development and the impact of various social transformations.

However, there is always an original culture of the people which remains as the identity.

It is culture that expresses the identity of a community, individual, geography and others (Austin. 2017) which is very true to the reality of human existence. This identity among the Nagas had been disappearing from rural to urban rapidly which repercussions to losing culture and losing identity.

This negative impact emerged from the period of penetrating foreign religion and culture.

Foreign culture which leads to losing own culture and identity until now had become invincible for the predominant Nagas. The problem in this cultural fragmentation lies upon the Nagas, who have destroyed their own culture, not foreign culture.

In the name of culture as dynamic, which is another

of skin cancers, cataracts, loss of immune systems and lower production of food on land and fish in the oceans.

Good news came from a place nearer the stratosphere, 10,000 feet above sea-level in Quito, the capital of Ecuador. A quadrennial scientific assessment jointly done

by United Nations Environment (UNE) and the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) emphatically reported the continued healing of the ozone hole.

Satellite and ground-level observations by NASA, the NOAA, the European Space Agency and scores of the weather stations around the globe have clearly divulged that the world is now safer than what it was in 1980s -- at least from a deadly attack of the UV rays. Recovery of the ozone layer has been up to three per cent per decade since the start of the 21st century.

Indeed, this good news amidst global turmoil in environmental degradation is more than simply encouraging. It is the singularly successful outcome of the unique international agreement, that may inspire to take action on climate change. The global community has worked collectively to achieve this result. Actions under the Montreal Protocol over last more than 30 years have led to sustainable decreases in the atmospheric abundance of ozone-depleting substances (ODSs) like CFCs. In the inspiring words of Erik Solheim, head of UN Environment: “The Montreal Protocol is one of the most successful multilateral agreements in history for a reason i.e. the careful mix of authoritative science and collaborative action that has defined the Protocol for more than 30 years, was set to heal our ozone layer.”

That said it all.

At projected rates, the Northern Hemisphere and mid-latitude ozone layer is scheduled to completely heal by the 2030s followed by the Southern Hemisphere in the 2050s and polar regions by 2060.

The CFCs and other phased-

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inevitable social phenomenon, modern Nagas regretfully remain blind to own cultural destruction by the import of foreign culture in search of development. They have failed to realize, culture is the true identity of oneself that leads to the origin of clan, village, community, group and ethnicity. The identity of the people loses if culture loses and ultimately remains as people with no identity or immigrants/nomads with no place of ownership of anything on earth. The extinction of cultural identity also leads to brother marry sister and vis-evis when it comes to inter-tribe marriage. The identity of the society eventually rooted in the culture of the community and social relations that exists according to the inherited traditional education.

When a community devalues one’s own culture, it gives an easy way to distortion, manipulation and misuse of culture with no dignity within and outside the community. For instance, Nagas have currently problem with the Indian textile department that manipulates the Naga shawl and other attires by patenting it for commercial purpose in the country. This is the finest example for the Nagas to learn how culture disappears if it is not well valued, preserved and protected. Losing and destroying own culture leads to massive identity destruction. Once it loses, it becomes the hardest work to revive it. To preserve, respect and value culture is to strengthen one’s identity of history, society and its origin for generations.

Dr. Lemwang Chuhwanglim, Researcher, (lemswang@gmail.com)

Ray of hope as ozone layer recovery on track, world safer than in 1980s

ead this: “The world is falling apart. The future of humanity is hanging on a cliff, on the edge of catastrophe. But there still is hope and a window of opportunity to take action.”

That sounds like a stereotypical UN moralising rhetoric on climate change or loss of biodiversity.

Now read this: “We have successfully overcome the challenge on the long-term basis, but we have now to build on that success and stay put to gain more benefits.”

This sounds like a private sector CEO’s statement at a shareholder’s meeting. But that’s exactly what happened at a UN meeting on November 5. A rare declaration coming from any UN meeting.

A press note on that day said: “The findings of a new UN-backed report released today revealed the ongoing healing of the ozone layer are being hailed as a demonstration of what global environmental agreements can achieve, and an inspiration for more ambitious climate action to halt a catastrophic rise in world temperatures.” The report warned that a full recovery of the ozone layer demands continued efforts by all countries to comply with the Montreal Protocol.

The ozone layer, a thin shield 15-45 km above the earth, protects life on earth. It was put on the path of recovery due to the globallyagreed actions that did not remain on paper as in case of climate change but were implemented as per the agreed schedule under the historic Multilateral Environmental Agreement called the Montreal Protocol.

The agreement was carved out over 30 years ago in response to the revelation that chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and other ozonedepleting substances -- used in aerosols, cooling and refrigeration systems, and many other items -were piercing a hole in the ozone layer and allowing life threatening ultraviolet (UV) radiation to flood through on the earth. The consequences of such high-energy UV rays included higher incidences

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out ODS are now part of the history book. The principles deployed in implementation of the Montreal Protocol are now part of the guidelines for future sustainability.

On January 1, 2019, riding on the white-horse of success, the Montreal Protocol will enter in the arena of climate change. Called the Kigali Amendment of 2016 to the Montreal Protocol, it would now engage itself in the efforts to phase-out of HFCs, powerful global warming/greenhouse gases (GHGs), introduced to implement the “successful” Protocol.

In a way, the Montreal Protocol transformed itself from being an ozone-specific treaty to a climate treaty. Even there too, it is slated to contribute immensely to the Paris Climate Agreement of 2016.

Full compliance to the Kigali Amendment would reduce future global warming due to HFCs by about 50 per cent between now and 2050 compared to a scenario without any HFC controls.

This is critically important when the world is struggling from the shock with a stark warning from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) which found that just 12 years (which coincides with 2030 -- an end point for SDGs) remain to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius beyond which the impact of a further rise in global temperatures will begin to have an increasingly extreme impact on human society and ecosystems.

The IPCC report offered the clearest evidence to date of the drastic difference between the 1.5 degrees Celsius and 2 degrees Celsius scenarios. The Montreal Protocol may as well turn out to be master saviour of the world from climate change.

The recovery of the ozone layer heralds a message that collective action to discharge the common but differentiated responsibilities could successfully face the climate challenge.

(IANS) Rajendra Shende, (shende. rajendra@gmail.com)

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f ever there is a list of events which is made for the most awaited event then “The Wait for The Solution” has to be amongst the top ones. The whole state and society has been engrossed and obsessed with the process of working and waiting for the elusive Solution. “The Solution” is supposed to be the harbinger of all good things for the people and the society. In the past there have been numerous occasions when the solution was very near and about to be inked. But could not materialise due to some last minute hiccups.

Now the search is for finding an all acceptable meeting ground for all the stakeholders.

A solution which satisfies all the diversities of the state and more. Will we ever achieve such an utopian environment? Isn’t this what requires a serious review by the people.

The various stakeholders and Naga National groups have their own axe to grind. But can they do so at the expense of the general aspirations of the people. Can the Authorities keep on delaying the peace agreement on the pretext that “we are looking for One Solution for All”. It is preposterous to believe and try to satisfy everybody. Is it possible or even plausible? The common man is saturated to the brim waiting for the endless talks to finally culminate into a peace deal. I think it is time that the so called powers, realize that delaying tactics will not work. The deal needs to be inked in a realistic timeframe.

On the part of the Naga National Workers they must realize the of the Naga National Workers they must realize the need to fall in line lest they are marginalised and lose their relevance. They may be shunted into oblivion if they fail to accept the ground and factual realities. It is incumbent on them to be pragmatic and accept certain stark truths which can’t be ignored. As a common man it is my sincere request to all the negotiating parties to stop beating around the Bush. It has been too long a time since all kinds of negotiations and ceasefire agreements have been in existence. Generations have changed over. Let us stop getting fooled by all this talk of negotiations nearing to an end and that the solution is about to be inked. A deadline needs to be spelt out for the peace deal to materialise otherwise the Government and Naga National groups will keep extracting and exploiting the common man. It is clear that in this situation of flux the beneficiaries are the negotiators and not the people for whom negotiations are being done!! So let us force these parties to bring about the Solution in the near future lest it is so late that another generation starts its wait..........

Khumlamo Patton, Akuk Village, Wokha

Right to safety

onsumer right to safety is as vast in its purview as the market reach itself. It applies to all possible consumption patterns and to all goods and services. In the context of the new market economy and rapid technological advances affecting the market, the right to safety has become a pre-requisite quality in all products and services.

For e.g. some Indian products carry the ISI mark, which is a symbol of satisfactory quality of a product. Similarly, the FPO and AGMARK symbolise standard quality of food products. The market has for long made consumers believe that by consuming packaged food or mineral water, consumers can safeguard their health. This notion has been

proved wrong time and again due to rampant food adulteration in market products. Right to food safety is an important consumer right since it directly affects the health and quality of life of consumers.

Earlier, the interpretation of the right to safety was limited to electronic products and other such products. Now, its definition has expanded a lot to include safety aspects of new technologies like GM food, food labelling, chemical ingredients in food products etc. In today’s scenario of globalisation, consumers have no control over where the products or commodities they use come from.

(To be concluded) Kezhokhoto Savi, Advocate

Reader’s Post

An appeal for NRC for non-Nagas in Nagaland

Sir,

Since the last few decades the state of Nagaland had been plagued with the illegal Bangladeshi migrants issue and many steps had been taken up to contain the menace. But the end result was zero. Here we are unable to ascertain illegal Bangladeshis who are based in Nagaland due to many factors.

The best course to weed out illegal Bangladeshis is to have an NRC for non Nagas in Nagaland. The state government and the district administration can then be able to identify illegal Bangladeshis and the question of deporting the several thousand will arise. Till so far detecting them is a herculean task and without a proper mechanism it is next to impossible.

I fervently request the much reputed Intellectual Naga body the CNTC to ascertain certain facts and deliberate on this issue so that these menace can be contained. It is noteworthy to mention here that the indigenous of Tripura and the royal family had taken the stand. They submitted a petition in the Supreme Court specifically detailing that the NRC in Tripura be taken up based on the 1948 cut-off date set by the Constitution and not the March 24, 1971 date, taken as the cut-off for updating the Assam NRC. Nagaland indeed needs an NRC only for the non Nagas.

It should be seriously deliberated if the menace of illegal Bangladeshis migrants need to be contained. Nagaland can take up 1948 as the cut off year.

S. Solomon Shaikh, Dimapur 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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CISF trooper, 4 killed in Maoist attack

In this grab made from video provided by KK Productions, Indian paramilitary soldiers walk past the remains of a bus that was blown up by Maoist rebels in Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh state, India, Thursday. Four civilians and a paramilitary soldier, were killed in the attack. (AP/PTI)

Raipur, Nov 8 (IANS): CISF Head Constable D. Mukhopadhyay and four civilians were killed on Thursday when Maoists blew up a mini bus in which they were returning to their camp after buying vegetables and groceries in Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada district, police said.

The deadly attack took place four days before the first phase of the Assembly polls in the state.

It was also the third Maoist attack in 13 days in Chhattisgarh.

Two Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)

constables and another civilian suffered injuries in the Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast triggered by Maoists around 11.30 a.m. in a hilly area in Bacheli, the police said.

Eight people, including five civilians and three CISF personnel, were travelling in the mini bus when it was targeted, said the police.

The civilians killed included the bus driver, conductor and cleaner. The bus was acquired from the state administration for election duty.

The injured CISF

troopers -- Satish Pathare and Pishal Suraske -- were shifted to a hospital.

“The morale of the forces will not be affected due to such attacks. The Assembly elections will be conducted peacefully,” Inspector General of Police (Bastar) Vivekanand Sinha said.

The slain 49-year-old trooper, a resident of West Bengal, was part of a CISF unit that had been deployed in Dantewada area for the first phase of the forthcoming polls in the state, CISF spokesperson Hemendra Singh told IANS.

“It was a proper road where such IED explosion had never happened. The bus was completely damaged in the explosion.”

A Doordarshan cameraman and three Chhattisgarh police personnel were killed in a Maoist ambush, also in Dantewada, on October 30.

On October 27, the Maoists fired on a contingent of Central Reserve Police Force in Bijapur district, killing four troopers.

The Maoists have asked people to boycott the polls. Dantewada is among the areas going to polls on November 12 in the first phase covering 18 constituencies. The second phase of election is scheduled to be held in the state on November 20.

Condemning the attack as a cowardice act of Maoists, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh expressed sadness over the death of CISF trooper and the civilians.

“I pay my tributes to them and my feelings are with their bereaved families. I wish for a speedy recovery of the injured. This act of cowardice is a sign of weakening of Maoists,” he tweeted.

Amur Falcon Conservation Week in Wokha (From p-1) He said “Let us work with renewed vigour by involving as many inhabitants as possible in this region to stay connected with both amur falcons and tourism in whatever way possible and feasible as Partatan Parv emphasises on tourism for all.” Calling for promotion of eco tourism as it had immense potential, Yanthan

remarked eco tourism, rural tourism, sports tourism, etc, would have a positive impact on rural economy, adding it was achievable and could provide an alternative source of livelihood to many. He suggested holding an annual Amur falcon festival as a major tourism activity.

He called upon everyone to work with commitment and sincerity, along with

transparency and accountability, which would all contribute positively towards the growth of rural economy.

The objectives of the Amur falcon festival could be to spread awareness on wildlife conservation and strengthen human-nature relationship, besides providing an alternative source of sustainable livelihood for the community through eco tourism. Short

Unity vital to Naga solution, says Rio NDPP adopts 10-point resolution (From p-1) He said the government has also launched city buses in Dimapur along with pink buses for women, senior citizens and differently-abled persons.

He said Nagaland has declared defecation free on October 2 much ahead of the national target and efforts were also being made to declare Nagaland plastic free. The others include landmark initiatives like protection of the rare tragopan, and protection of butterflies in Zunheboto district.

He also highlighted the initiative taken for creating Investment and Development Authority of Nagaland (IDAN); promotion of tourism sector; organizing mini hornbill festivals in all district headquar ters to promote culture and heritage, water supply projects for augmentation of water supply to Kohima town, Wokha town and 24 villages at Chiephobozou RD block and signing of tripartite agreement signed with Poilwa and Khonoma.

He also pointed out that Nagaland hosted its first ever Ranji Trophy match;

(From p-1) NDPP congratulated the PDA government for the several new initiatives that has been undertaken, especially steps aimed at good governance, transparency, conservation of the environment, promotion of merit and removal of VIP culture in Nagaland.

It said that the party will continue to pursue its ideals of realisation of justice and equality under a spirit of peace, democracy and freedom as enshrined in the Constitution of the Party.

Further, NDPP urged the state government to focus on all round development that will ensure accelerated economic growth, create employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for the youth, promote upgradation of the agriculture and allied sector and improve overall infrastructure, especially the network of roads and bridges.

Further urging the government to consider positive reforms to enable economic growth, create employment opportunities, attract external investment, enhance tourism potentials and promote brand Nagaland in a progressive manner to the national and international community, the ruling party also called for giving special focus to the social sector, especially on education and health where significant policy decisions needed to be taken.

NDPP reiterated to remain committed in its endeavour to bring about progressive transformation aimed at all-round development with special focus on backward and interior areas, and in an inclusive and equitable manner where welfare of all citizens and stakeholders, especially the weaker sections of society, was a topmost priority. The party said it would continue to strive for freedom of speech and expression, promotion of gender equality, uphold country’s secular ethos, protect the rights of minorities, support innovation, creativity and allow arts to flourish.

While standing up for regional sensitivities, the party said it would make efforts to positively contribute towards the nation building process for achieving its declared aspiration of “change is coming” with the unstinted motto of “facta non verba”.

The 10-point resolution was signed by Neiba Kronu, Abu Metha, Neiba Ndang, Kekhrie Yhome and T.L. Merry.

speeches were also delivered

by IT, science & technology, NRE advisor Mmhonlumo Kikon, State’s chief wildlife warden SP Tripathi and Pangti Village Council chairman Jenithung Shitiri.

The inaugural function was chaired by Wokha deputy commissioner Dr Manazir Jeelani Samoon. This was stated in a press release issued

by Wokha DPRO.

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observing Dr. T Ao centenary year and work on Dr. T. Ao football academy at Dimapur.

On school education, Rio said for welfare of students, 50% of post matric scholarship has been released from state resources even without getting funds from the centre; introduction of insurance schemes of upto 5 lakhs for students studying outside the state who face unfortunate fatalities; approval of SSA and RMSA teachers scale pay and release of grantin-aid to VDB under rural development.

Rio reminded the NDPP rank and file, that as a major partner in PDA, they are duty bound to carry more of the burden make more sacrifices and ensure that exercise a more accommodative spirit.

He reiterated the commitment of the PDA government that it will leave no stone unturned of bringing all round progress and development. He called upon all the citizens of the state to come and join the collective journey leaving aside affiliations and work for the greater good of the larger Naga family.

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Seat-sharing deal of Cong alliance in T’gana finalised Hyderabad, Nov 8 (PTI): Seat-sharing deal among partners of the Congress-led grand alliance for the December 7 Assembly elections in Telangana has been finalised, a key AICC functionary said Thursday.

The AICC in-charge of Telangana affairs, R C Khuntia told PTI, “Seatsharing has been finalised.

It will be announced after its approval by Congress President Rahul Gandhi.”

This ends weeks of negotiations that the Congress had with its electoral partners--the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), Telangana Jana Samithi (TJS) and the Communist Party of India (CPI). Khuntia did not say how many seats the Congress would contest in the polls for the 119-member Assembly but party sources indicated that it would not be less than 90.

A TDP leader claimed that his party may get 14 to 18 seats. The founderPresident of TJS, Prof M Kodandaram said the Congress has offered his party eight to ten seats, whereas he is seeking a minimum of 12 but expressed hope that the issue would be settled.

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e-wallet transactions Amazon, Flipkart not violating GST refunds of Rs 82,775 Most used for mobile recharges competition norms, says CCI crore to exporters cleared

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RBI aims to reduce instances of fraud and ensure that consumer’s confidence in the digital payment systems goes up.

Last year, RBI issued instructions to mobile wallet issuers and non-banking payments entities to establish a publicly disclosed customer grievance redressal framework.

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are willing to work. This labour participation rate was the lowest recorded since January 2016. Labour participation rate was around 47-48 percent before demonetisation.

However, the participation rate fell sharply after note ban and has still not recovered, the report suggests. The report adds that the rise in proportion rise in September was negated in October.

According to the report, the number of people unemployed who are actively looking for a job has been on the rise.

As of October 2018, 29.5 million unemployed individuals were actively looking for jobs. This was more than the 21.6 million unemployed individuals looking for jobs in during the same period last year.

tated the establishment of a separate ombudsman for digital transactions,” RBI said in its report.

At present, RBI is in the process of creating a scheme for establishing offices across the country for the digital payments ombudsman, the report said.

“We could have these offices set-up by early next year. The central bank is working on creating a scheme and it should function very similar to the banking ombudsman,” a banker familiar with RBI’s plans told the paper.

RBI’s banking ombudsman scheme 2006 lays down various criteria under which consumers can lodge complaints with the ombudsman. A similar structure will be drawn up for the payments ombudsman, two bankers told the paper.

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New Delhi, Nov 8 (Agencies): Unemployment rate in the country rose to 6.9 percent in October -- the highest in two years -- according to a report by Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE).

The estimated number of people employed during October 2018 was 397 million. This was 2.4 percent lower than the rate in October 2017. Around 407 million individuals were estimated to be employed during the same period last year. Only 39.5 percent of the adult population was employed in October, the report suggests.

According to the report, 42.4 percent of India’s adult population was willing to work in October 2018.

The labour participation rate is a measure of the proportion of adults who

New Delhi, Nov 8 (Agencies): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) may set-up an ombudsman for digital payments by March to reduce the burden on banking ombudsman because of a rising number of complaints.

Owing to a rapid adoption of digital payments across the country, the number of complaints related to digital transactions have shot up. The central bank, in its Annual Report for 2017-18, said it was considering a plan to establish a separate ombudsman to handle such complaints.

“The increasing volume of complaints involving digital payments being received by the offices of the banking ombudsman and a large number of prepaid payment instruments issued by banks and nonbank issuers have necessi-

“As such, Flipkart Internet is bound by these laws, the compliance of which is ensured by the relevant authorities,” the order said.

Though the complaint was filed against Flipkart entities, the regulator said it deemed it appropriate to hold a preliminary conference with Amazon Seller Services Pvt Ltd, as that is also a key player in the relevant market.

Citing the market construct and the context of examining allegations against Flipkart, the CCI noted that there is also no case of contravention of Section 4

by Amazon as well.

Further, the regulator observed that the marketplace based e-commerce model is still a relatively nascent and evolving model of retail distribution in India.

“Recognising the growth potential as well as the efficiencies and consumer benefits that such markets can provide, the Commission is of the considered opinion that any intervention in such markets needs to be carefully crafted lest it stifles innovation,” the order said.

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India’s unemployment rate RBI may set-up digital payments ombudsman by 2019 jumps to 2-year high of 6.9%

is engaged in e-commerce marketplace business under the brand name Flipkart. com, as per details available with the CCI. To assess the merits of the complaint, CCI considered ‘services provided by online marketplace platforms for selling goods in India’ as the relevant market.

In its order, dated November 6, the watchdog said that looking at the present market construct and structure of online marketplace platforms in India, “it does not appear that any one player in the market is commanding any dominant position at this stage of evolution of market”.

While concluding that there is no violation of Section 4 of the Competition Act, that pertains to abuse of dominant market position, the CCI said that the Flipkart marketplace is required to comply with conditions applicable to entities involved in the business of e-commerce, as set out in the Foreign Exchange Management (Transfer or Issue of Security by a Person Resident Outside India) Regulations, 2017.

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New Delhi, Nov 8 (PTI): Fair trade watchdog CCI has concluded that the business practices of Flipkart and Amazon are not in violation of competition norms and rejected allegations of abuse of market dominance made by a grouping of online vendors.

Amid concer ns expressed in various quarters about alleged unfair business ways in the fast-growing online marketplace, the CCI in its ruling also made it clear that any intervention in the evolving e-commerce marketplace needs to be “carefully crafted” to ensure that innovations are not stifled.

The latest ruling from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) has come on a complaint filed by the All India Online Vendors Association, a grouping of over 2,000 sellers on various e-commerce marketplaces.

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crore received so far,” the ministry said.

It added that, the disposal rate of Goods and Services Tax (GST) refunds is 93.8 percent as on October 31.

Giving the refunds’ break-up, the ministry further said that Rs 42,935 crore of IGST refunds have been disposed of as on October 31, which is 93.27 percent of the total such claims.

As much as Rs 3,096 crore worth of IGST refund claims are held up on account of “various deficiencies” which have been communicated to exporters for remedial action.

With regard to refund of input tax credit claims,

According to Velocity MR Managing Director and CEO Jasal Shah, smartphone growth wave and the favourable regulatory environment from RBI has pushed up online payments significantly, moving the economy into a “less-cash and transparent state.

“Significant investments in the form of cash back and innovations, like one-click payments, pay anytime anywhere have helped merchants and customers to adopt mobile wallets to save costs as compared to other digital payment methods.

With the push from government and innovations, mobile wallets are expected to grow further in near to mid-term,” he said.

He pointed out that mobile digital payments have increased rapidly post demonetization and mobile wallets have contributed immensely in this direction.

The government had on November 8, 2016, announced a ban on old 500 and 1000 rupee notes, to curb black money in the system.

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New Delhi, Nov 8 (PTI): The finance ministry said that GST refund of Rs 82,775 crore to exporters has been cleared as on October 31, which is 93.8 percent of the total such claims with the tax authorities.

In a statement, the ministry said Rs 5,400 crore worth GST refund is still pending with the government and that is being “expeditiously processed”.

“As on October 31, 2018, total GST refunds to the tune of Rs 82,775 crore have been disposed by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) and the state authorities out of the total refund claims of Rs 88,175

the ministry said of the total claims of Rs 42,145 crore, the pendency as on October 31 stood at Rs 2,305 crore.

“Provisional/final order has been issued in case of (ITC) refunds amounting to Rs 34,602 crore. In claims amounting to Rs 5,239 crore, deficiency memos have been issued by respective GST authorities,” the statement said.

The ministr y said there are concerns that there is a growing pendency of GST refunds and sought to assure the exporters that there is no let up in the sanction of GST refunds.

“The pending GST refund claims amounting to Rs 5,400 crore are being expeditiously processed so as to provide relief to eligible exporters. Refund claims without any deficiency are being cleared expeditiously,” it said.

Efforts are being made continuously to clear all the pending refund claims, where ever requisite information is provided and found eligible, it said.

New Delhi, Nov 8 (PTI): A majority of transactions on e-wallets in the country are used for mobile recharges and paying utility bills, a study by market research firm Velocity MR has said.

The study, which was based on a sample size of 2,455 respondents from cities like Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru and Pune, said approximately 9 out of every 10 e-wallet transactions are used to do mobile recharges, followed by paying the utility bills (8 out of 10).

It added that apart from e-wallets, consumers also prefer using debit/ credit cards, internet banking, etc as a mode of payment for digital transactions.

“The usage of credit cards, 3 out of every 4 is observed to be the highest among the people who have monthly personal income between Rs 1.5 to 2 lakh, whereas people having a monthly personal income around Rs 75,000 mostly prefer to use debit cards...” said the study, which coincides with the second anniversary of demonetisation.

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US Marine veteran kills 12 in California

He said the motive of the shooter is still unclear.

He was known to authorities for minor crimes.

The shooter was on active duty with the US Marine Corps from August 2008 to March 2013, according to Department of Defense records.

Authorities had “minor” run-ins with Long in the past, Dean said, citing few incidents.

“We have had several contacts with Long over the years, minor events, a traffic collision,” Dean said, add-

Bibi still in Pakistan after prison release

Asia Bibi Islamabad, Nov 8 (IANS): Pakistani Christian woman Asia Bibi, who was released from prison a day earlier after being acquitted of blasphemy charges, has not fled the country, the government said on Thursday.

Fo r e i g n M i n i s t r y spokesperson Mohammad Faisal said that Bibi was still in Pakistan, denying rumours that she had already left after the furore caused by her release on Wednesday night from a prison in Multan, where she spent eight years on death row.

Bibi, a mother-of-five, was convicted in 2010 of insulting the Prophet Muhammad during a row with neighbours. Earlier reports said that she left the prison on Wednesday night and was flown to an “unknown destination”. Faisal did not provide more details about the woman, whose acquit-

ing that deputies were called to his house for a disturbance in April this year and “felt he might be suffering from Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).”

Twenty-one people wounded in the shooting were treated and released from area hospitals, according to the Ventura County Sheriff ’s Office.

President Donald Trump said that he has been “fully briefed on the terrible shooting in California.”

“Law Enforcement and First Responders, together

At least 20 dead in Tajik prison riot

tal on October 31 triggered widespread protests led by the hardline Islamist party Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP).

“There is no truth in reports of her leaving the country -- it is fake news,” Faisal told Dawn NewsTV. Minister for Information and Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry called out the “irresponsible” behaviour of certain media outlets for running the news of Bibi leaving the country without “confirmation”. “It has become a norm to publish fake news for sake of headlines,” Chaudhry said on Twitter. “#AsiaBibi case is sensitive issue. It was extremely irresponsible to publish news of her leaving the country without confirmation. I strongly urge section of media to act responsible.”

The TLP wants the Supreme Court to review the verdict.

The radical group last week forced the government to agree that Bibi would not be allowed to leave Pakistan and that it would not block a review petition.

TLP spokesperson Ijaz Ashrafi tweeted that no government department confirmed that Bibi had gone abroad and added that government had assured the party that she would remain in the country until the verdict on the review petition was announced.

Du s h a n b e , N ov 8 (AFP): Around 20 prisoners and two guards were killed in clashes at a maximum security prison in Tajikistan’s northern city of Khujand, two security sources told AFP on Thursday.

The prison in Tajikistan’s second-largest city is home to prisoners serving long sentences for serious crimes including extremism and murder.

One of the sources said that “around 20 prisoners” died in clashes that also claimed the lives of two guards. The second source confirmed the number of victims and said a further six guards had been injured.

The ex-Soviet country’s government has yet to confirm the prison riot or the deaths.

“A riot involving dozens of prisoners occurred Wednesday night and continued into Thursday,” one of the security sources told AFP, requesting anonymity.

Another source said the riot had begun when prisoners seized “cutting objects” from a workshop in the prison.

The prison in Khujand, located some 300 kilometres (186 miles) to the north of the capital Dushanbe, has seen prison breaks in the past. In 2016, a guard and a prisoner were killed after three inmates initiated a jailbreak.

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and his wife, whom he called before entering the bar, Dean added. It was the second mass shooting in the US within two weeks.

“We have no idea if there is a terrorism link to this or not. As you know, these are ongoing investigations and that information will come out as soon as we are able to determine exactly who the suspect was and what motive he might have had for this horrific event,” Dean added.

Citing witnesses, the paper said that people ran for cover when shooting started. Some people tried to break windows using chairs to escape the building while some hid in bathrooms.

The FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force has been rushed to the scene, according to an agency spokeswoman. Representatives from the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives were also dispatched.

According to bar’s website, Wednesday nights are college-themed nights open to students as young as 18.

SEOUL, Nov 8 (Agencies): North Korea asked the United States to delay planned high-level talks in New York this week, Seoul’s top diplomat said on Thursday, a day after Washington abruptly announced the meeting’s postponement.

The US State Department said Wednesday that the encounter between Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and top North Korean official Kim Yong Chol, initially scheduled for Thursday, had been shelved for “a later date”.

No further explanation was given, but Pyongyang is demanding sanctions imposed on it over its weapons programmes are eased, while Washington insists they should stay in place until it denuclearises.

South Korean foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha said it was Pyongyang that had asked for a delay.

“The US told us that it received a message from the North to postpone the meeting,” Kang told lawmakers, according to Yonhap news agency.

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ports said that Kim, one of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s right-hand men, had been scheduled to catch a lunchtime flight from Beijing to New York on Wednesday.

But his reservation was repeatedly cancelled and rebooked on Tuesday, the Chosun Ilbo newspaper reported, until it was cancelled for good.

The sudden postponement came only two days after the US State Department announced Pompeo would meet the North Korean in New York to discuss progress towards denuclearisation and plans for a second summit between President Donald Trump and leader Kim Jong Un. Trump and Kim held a historic summit in June in Singapore -- the first ever between the two countries -- where they signed a vaguely worded deal on denuclearisation.

Little progress has been made since then, with the two countries sparring over the exact meaning of the agreement.

Despite warm words

from Trump since meeting Kim in Singapore, his administration has insisted on maintaining pressure on Pyongyang until a final agreement is reached.

North Korea, which is subject to multiple UN Security Council sanctions over its weapons programmes, warned last week that it would “seriously” consider returning to nuclear weapons development unless Washington lifts the restrictions.

Koo Kab-woo of the University of North Korean Studies said that the differences over sanctions were probably the “biggest reason” for the postponement.

“Kim Jong Un needs a visible outcome that can be felt by the ordinary people, and for that, North Korea desperately needs sanctions to be lifted,” Koo told AFP. “If there was a problem, it’s possible there was a clash between Pyongyang’s demand for sanctions to be relaxed even by a little bit and Washington’s firm stance that the restrictions will remain,” he added.

Republicans defied history in midterm polls, says Trump

Washington, Nov 8 (PTI): Describing the midterm poll results as a “tremendous success”, US President Donald Trump Wednesday said his Republican party defied history by performing much better than what the ruling parties have done in the past in such elections.

He also offered an olive branch to Democrats, saying he wanted to work together with the Democratic leadership next year to continue delivering for the American people, including on economic growth, infrastr ucture, trade, lowering the cost of prescription drugs.

“Last night the Republican Party defied history to expand our Senate majority while significantly beating expectations in the House for the midterm year,” Trump told reporters at a white House news conference, a day after the Republicans lost control of the 435-member House of Representatives.

“These are some of the things that the Democrats do want to work on, and I really believe we’ll be able to do that. I think we’re going to have a lot of reason to do it,” he said.

Trump termed the mid term poll results as a “tremendous success”.

The Democrats now have majority in the House, while Trump’s party has

Donald Trump retained majority in 100member Senate and has increased its tally by a few.

Leading from the front, Trump addressed some 30 rallies in last 60 days criscrossing some of the major battleground States.

Trump said he achieved this result in spite of a very dramatic fund-raising disadvantage driven by Democrats’ wealthy donors and special interests, and very hostile media coverage.

“The media coverage set a new record and a new

standard,” he alleged.

“This vigorous campaigning stopped the blue wave that they talked about.

I don’t know if there ever was such a thing, but could have been. If we didn’t do the campaigning, probably, there could have been,” he said. Trump said during the first mid-term of his predecessor Barack Obama in 2010, the Democrats lost 63 seats in the House and six Senate seats.

By expanding the Senate majority, the voters have also clearly rebuked the Senate Democrats for their handling of the Kavanaugh hearings, Trump said, adding that those Republicans who did not embrace his policies lost their elections very badly.

Trump also said he was ready for a different approach with the Democrats if they desire to take that path.

After their victor y Tuesday night, some of the Democrats have been seek-

OFFICE OF THE

KOHIMA KHAR SENSO TELONGJEM ( KKST) KOHIMA – 797001, NAGALAND FELICITATION

The Kohima Khar Senso Telongjem extend our heartiest congratulations to the following successful candidates in the recently declared results of NPSC Examination.

1. Mr. Merangtemsu Walling, S/o Mr. & Mrs. L.N Wati Walling for securing the post of Junior Divisional Accountant.

2. Ms. Bengdangjungla Walling, D/o Mr & Mrs. Imlikaba Walling for securing the post of Secretariat Assistant.

The Union further wishes them success in their future endeavours.

Lanutemsu Walling President, KKST

Imtilemba Longkumer General Secretary, KKST

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ENGINEER : WATER RESOURCES DEPARTMENT No.WRD/ESTT/ADVT-1/2018

NAGALAND, KOHIMA Dated Kohima the

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In pursuance to this office ADVERTISEMENT NO.IFC/ESTT/ADVT-1/2017 dtd 7 th Nov, 2017 & No.WRD/ESTT/ADVT-1/2018 dtd 6th Oct, 2018, the following candidates are declared provisionally qualified as per merit for the below mention post: SECTIONAL OFFICER (S.O- II) Sl.No Name of the Candidate Roll No 1 Mr. NETENBA AJEM T1-075 2 Ms. PONGMAN N PHOM (BT) T1-120 WAITING LIST 1 Ms. JESSICA C LONGCHAR T1-114 2 Ms. KETOUZENUO KIN T1-048 3 Mr. DZIESEVOLIE KHRO T1-129 SURVEYOR-III Sl.No Name of the Candidate Roll No 1 Mr. HOKHUVI ACHUMI T2-16 2

Mr. PUHEN H T2-11 WAITING LIST 1 Mr. BANGJONGMALEM ONG T2-12 2 Mr. HITO I AYE T2- 01 3 Mr. PHENKHIUBO T2-17 LDA CUM COMPUTER ASSISTANT (DTE) Sl.No Name of the candidate Roll No 1 Mr. REPAAKUM LONGKUMER M-178 2 Mr. JEANGE KONYAK (BT) M-226 WAITING LIST 1 Ms. ATHUNGBENI NGULLIE M-319 2 Mr. VICTOR VILHOULIE M-209 3 Mr. IMNANUKSHI JAMIR M-225 Mr. Hongkai Konyak will be in the waiting list for a period of 6 (six) months in case Mr. Jeange Konyak fails to report i.e, backward roster reservation.

The candidates listed under Waiting List are valid only for 6 (six) months.

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ing investigations against Trump. “They can play that game, but we can play it better, because we have a thing called the United States Senate, and a lot of very questionable things were done, between leaks of classified information and many other elements that should not have taken place,” he said.

Trump said but it will end up nowhere in the next two years and it would be easy for him to go back to the people during his re-election and blame the Democrats for everything “I really respected what Nancy (Pelosi) said last night about bipartisanship and getting together.

She used the word “unit-

ing” and she used the bipartisanship statement, which is so important because that’s what we should be doing,” Trump said.

Trump said now was the time for members of both parties to join together, put partisanship aside, and keep the American economic miracle going strong.

“We must all work together to protect our military - we have to do that to support our law enforcement, secure our borders, and advance really great policy, including environmental policy. We want crystal clean water, we want beautiful perfect air. Air and water has to be perfect,” he said.

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TAMLU BUHU UNION LONGLENG Longleng : 798625 : Nagaland

FELICITATION

Tamlu Buhu Union Longleng (TBUL) is honoured to extend our felicitation to the following Buhu members for their outstanding achievements.

1. Dr. M. Chai-e Buchem, S/o Lt. Shri. Mokan Phom on being selected as Medical Officer (Class-I Gazetted) under Health & Family Welfare Department through NPSC CTE. 2. Mr. O. Theang Phom, S/o Lt. Shri. Ongnyei Phom on being selected as Junior Divisional Accountant (Class-III Non-Gazetted) under Treasuries & Accounts Department through NPSC. 3. Mr. Mopling M Phom, S/o Shri. Mongjang Phom on being promoted to Assistant Research Officer (ARO)(Class-II Gazetted) under Art & Culture Department.

4. Mr. Bongkam Phom, S/o Lt. Shri. Bongei Phom, on being promoted to Agri. Officer and recipient of Governor's Gold Medal 2018 for meritorious service.

The union further wishes them success in their future endeavours.

Mr. Manham Phom President Tamlu Buhu Union Longleng

Mr. Nyamshong Phom Gen. Secretary Tamlu Buhu Union Longleng

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An FBI officer stands guard outside of the bar and debriefs distressed witnesses.

with the FBI, are on scene.

13 people, at this time, have been reported dead. Likewise, the shooter is dead, along with the first police officer to enter the bar...”

Trump said in a series of tweets.

In memory of victims, President Trump in a proclamation ordered that the flag of the US shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds.

The gunman burst into the bar around 11:20 p.m. (local time) entirely dressed in black. Ventura County Sheriff ’s Department Sgt. Ron Helus and a California Highway Patrol officer entered the bar first and were met with gunfire from the suspect, the Los Angeles Times reported, citing officials.

Helus was shot several times and succumbed to his injuries at a hospital.

He was planning to retire next year after a 29year stint with the sheriff ’s department, Dean said.

Helus, who died “a hero”, is survived by a son

N Korea asks US to cancel top-level talks

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23-u Mpetsu Hoho eno tughau ghulhu küpüghü Ahunaqhi 10, 2018 Inaqhe ayi 11, Heritage Village, Kisama lono ikhiluniye akeulo ni Aghunato areami eno amalimi khijehino Kohima phughilo xuanikeno kumtsu ighino kükümgha küsajelu penike alokivishi kusü ani.

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Ovüng tssoa Lotha Hoho Dimapur thungi Oyan/Yankho elani Ekhüng/Union soyingi Lotha mmhonka tsükona sataronta yia vancho sana Essopvüiden/Ephyo-Essanden elani oro-otsu topvü thüngi Lotha Hoho Dimapur Li-shup Essaeden thüngina yekrachie salum ntsitala.

Okho osi Yankho/Oyan lo Essopvui nlang-nsung yakchia ete Lotha Tokhu Emong-2018 ji elumoto mmyanta lumtsa-lumria Naga-tsuna e-pita lhinsung mmhon khitav ji tsukona Lotha Hoho Dimapur Esaeden thungi na montso nte piala. Tokhu mmhon khitav shi yakchia Okho osi kija ekum vanlan yilan lo sukhying mhon-kata ete Ekhyo osi Mmha Ruven echonkachio ji esua Lotha jipo shijo lanka topvu lo ozen ekhying, nchumjan-zujan eli, nzanta osi thenhyarunhyata jipo to hoi-khia Lotha Hoho Dimapur Esaeden thungi na montsoepi lumbum khi ntsitala.

(Shri. Etsungmomo Kikon) Chairman Lotha Hoho, Dimapur.

(Shri. W. Rainbow Ngullie) General Secretary Lotha Hoho, Dimapur.

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WASHINGTON / LOS ANGELES, NOV 8 (PTI): A US M a r ine ve te r a n dressed in black sprayed bullets inside a crowded dance bar popular with college students Wednesday night, killing at least 12 people, including a police officer, in Thousand Oaks city in California, in one of the “horrific” mass shooting incidents in the US. The gunman, who also injured nearly two dozen others, was found dead inside the Borderline Bar and Grill on the outskirts of Los Angeles.

Ventura County Sheriff Geoff Dean identified the gunman as 28-year-old Ian David Long, a US Marine Corps veteran, who used a .45 caliber Glock handgun during the shooting.

Long, who shot himself, was dead when officers made entry into the bar, Dean said as he described the shooting incident as “horrific.”

“It’s a horrific scene in there, there is blood everywhere and the suspect is part of that,” he said.

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Five choirs, one voice organised at TBC Woodland Band of Kohima

W Five church choirs during the choral music programme.

Gal Gadot’s fun Ariana Grande ‘Ralph Breaks the recover after Internet’ experience a stumble during her live debut of ‘Thank U, Next’

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ctress Gal Gadot says she loved working on Disney’s upcoming animated film “Ralph Breaks the Internet”, which is a sequel to “Wreck-It Ralph”.

“Shank is amazing at driving cars and has this bad-girl vibe to her,” Gadot said in a statement to IANS. “But as the movie goes on you realise how fun, wise and warm she really is on the inside, which is what I like most about her,” she added.

In the Walt Disney Animation Studios’ project, Gadot has lent her voice to the character of Shank, a tough and talented driver in an intense and gritty online racing game called Slaughter Race. It will release in India on November 23.

Directed by Rich Moore and Phil Johnston, “Ralph Breaks the Internet” brings back Ralph and his fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz.

(IANS)

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riana Grande has debuted new single ‘Thank U, Next’ on The Ellen DeGeneres Show today.

Mid-set, Grande fell off a chair during the performance, causing the star to exclaim “oh my god!” during the song before she was able to steady herself again.

Grande appeared on stage two dancers in a set inspired by one of Grande’s favourite films – The First Wives Club – which also shares themes with Grande’s latest song.

As well as performing ‘Thank U, Next’, Grande also performed ‘Breathin” from latest album ‘Sweetener’ for the first time. Grande released a new video for the song yesterday (November 7).

Last week, Grande shared a cut-and-paste style lyric video for ‘Thank U, Next’ , a song in which the star references her famous exes, including SNL comedian Pete Davidson, with whom she called off her engagement to last month, and

late rapper Mac Miller.

The lyric video mimics the song’s artwork, with its words appearing as if they’ve been cut out and pasted onto a letter. You can watch the video here.

Earlier this week (November 5), the pop star told her fans therapy had “saved [her] life so many times” after one Twitter follower jokingly asked who her therapist was. “lmaoaoo this is funny as fuck but in all honesty therapy has saved my life so many times,” Grande replied.

She also encouraged her followers to seek help if they needed it, telling them: “if you’re afraid to ask for help, don’t be. u don’t have to be in constant pain & u can process trauma. I’ve got a lot of work to do but it’s a start to even be aware that it’s possible.”

Meanwhile, a collection of unreleased songs

by Grande was apparently “discovered” by one of her fans yesterday. However, a source close to the singer told NME it was not affiliated with the star. (NME)

Tribute to Silas Kikon

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lobo Naga is back with second tribute cover of the famous Lotha classic song “Choro Kupi” by legendary singer Silas Kikon after the tribute to Sumi legendary singer Rocky.

According to Alobo, the whole idea of doing this tribute series is to popularize Naga dialect based songs and introduce the forgotten legends and their songs to the younger generations and the world.

Alobo mentioned in his social media, that it took him three months to learn the song, the dialect and arranging the song.

He also did research on the legendary singer, his music

and took permission from the family before starting the project.

Interestingly he worked with mostly Lotha musicians for this project. Piano was played by Zubeni Kikon, Cello by Mhorhomo Yanthan and violin by Yanzo Kikon. Voice and piano were recorded by Soyuchen (Infinity records Kohima) and cello, violin was recorded at New Life Studio, mixing and mastering by Jackto Wotsa.

The music video was again shot by Toshi Longchar. Like the previous music video of Rocky where the team had experimented One Take video, this time they experimented

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with vertical music video, first of its kind among the Nagaland. The video has an English subtitle for non Lotha’s, so one can watch it from Alobo Naga’s YouTube channel.

The 17 participants of Miss Sümi 2018 with the organizers during the outdoor photoshoot session at Bobo Angling Zone, Asaye Valley, Suhoi Village. The participants were hosted by Suhoi Village GB Tokuho Neho.

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ing the band, Elite Music Ensemble School Band will be opening the show, while soloist, Limasenla Jamir, asst. Professor of Physics, Phek Government College, will be making a special appearance.

Over the years the band has performed numerous concerts, mostly in Dimapur and Kohima, including a gig at the Hornbill Night Carnival. Apart from Nagaland, the band has also, under its belt performances in Manipur and Punjab. The band consists of S.K. Kelio, Keziah Semy and Thepfuruya Pesochu handling the vocal,

with Kekhrie Dzuvichu on Drums and Percussions duties, Aduotuo Sekhose on Bass and Zhabou Dzuvichu and Kennedy Chiru on Guitars with Kennedy leading the guitar works.

The concert is being organised and managed by The Woodland Management Team in collaboration with Bethany I Colony Youth of Phek Town. The patrons of the show includes Hekaito, Neivoto Yiese, Er. Benjongtoshi, Dr. Vizovol Mekro, Mamang, Gideon, Lutho Katiry and N.V. Press, Phek Town, with Nagaland Post as the Media Partner.

“The great redeemer”, “Do Lord, remember me”, “Glory to God”, “Didn’t my Lord delivered” and “Heavens are telling” etc were some of the presentation from the choirs in unison that inspired, awe entertained gathering.

The comperes of the

programme were Hitoli Zhimo and Kughato Achumi, invocation prayer was offered by TBC pastor, Khezheto Achumi, welcome address was delivered by LBC music director, Khekaho H Ayemi, while benediction was pronounced by DSBC Tohovi Chophy.

Asian Hottie Chris Pang is Taking Part in the Charlie’s Angels Reboot

‘Breaking Bad’ film sequel reportedly in the works

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resh off his meteoric Crazy Rich Asians high, Asian-Australian heartthrob Chris Pang has just been confirmed to be one of the male leads in the remake of the hit ‘70s pop-cultural phenomenon.

Pang, who took to Twitter to announce his involvement in the film, broke the Internet when his excited fans flooded him with words of congratulations and retweeted him.

Any Millennial or earlier will remember Pang from the recent box office success that is Crazy Rich Asians, where he played Nick Young’s ultimate best friend/brother-from-another-mother Colin Khoo.

Pang joins the eternally-brooding actress and face of luxury fashion house Chanel’s Kristen Stewart; Pink Ranger and Disney’s soon-to-be Princess Jasmine in next year’s live-action Aladdin, Naomi Scott, and British actress Ella Balinska, daughter of supermodel and TV chef Lorraine Pascale — as the trio of iconic flaxen, raven and Titian haired heroines. (eonline.com)

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reaking Bad” fans will no longer have to tread lightly – a film sequel to the iconic television show is reportedly in the works.

“Greenbrier,” a film focusing on a man who escaped after being kidnapped and his subsequent path to freedom, will begin production later this month and continue into February, the Albuquerque Journal reported Tuesday.

The film is largely expected to follow the next steps of Jesse Pinkman, the ex-pupil of Bryan Cranston’s Walter White. Pinkman, the role actor Aaron Paul won multiple Emmys for, was kept hostage by neo-Nazis in the final episodes of the show before Cranston’s character freed him in the series finale.

“Yes, there appears to be a movie version of Break-

ing Bad,” Cranston confirmed on The Dan Patrick Show on Wednesday. “It’s a great story, and there’s a lot of people who felt that they wanted to see some kind of completion to these storylines that were left open, and this idea, from what I’m told, gets into those...at least a couple of the characters who were not completed, as far as their journey.”

While the series ended with Cranston’s death in

the show’s final episode in 2013, he said he would “absolutely” consider reprising the role if asked.

It wasn’t immediately clear if the film would be televised on AMC, where the series was first shown, or in movie theaters. One of AMC’s other flagship shows, The Walking Dead, announced earlier this week that their title character Rick Grimes, played by Andrew Lincoln, would be spun off

into a trio of feature-length movies that will air on the cable network.

“Breaking Bad” revolved around White, a stressed high school chemistry teacher who is diagnosed with lung cancer. To make ends meet – and to leave his family a nest egg following his presumed death – he begins making and selling methamphetamine with Pinkman, his former student.

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77TH Birthday Anniversary Nibolomi Ato no axukushushino papunu mipe 77 tolu akeugheuno Aza Akhe, ati anulimiqono isu K.Hecto Kiba shou akighini betsu ani Alhou shikimithi ani.

Kuchoyesulo yepuaketoi “nono ikipe ikulolo pano osushonani itehighi eno alho kupu zhulo”.

Leshe 120:8 Aza Akhe Atianuli eno Atilimi Thilixu Village

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sented three numbers mesmerising the gathering with their presentation. The conductors of the choir TBC, LBC, CBC, DSBC and EDSBC were Holyn Kiba, Khekaho H Ayemi, Ngukali V Zhimo, Hekali Achumi and Hito Kiho respectively.

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Church (LBC), Thilixu Baptist Church (TBC), Chekiye Baptist Church (CBC), Dimapur Sumi Baptist Church (DSBC) and East Dimapur Sumi Baptist Church (EDSBC) participated during the event.

Each choir have pre-

oodland Band of Kohima is all set to perform its first ever concert at Phek on November 10 at Phek town hall.

The concert is the band’s effort to reach out to the poorer section of the people as the band plans to donate the sales proceed to the district hospital to aid poor patients.

Woodland Band is mostly known for its love for songs of yesteryears and hopes their performance will bring back nostalgic moments to its audience who have a penchant for oldies. Support-

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England smell victory after Jennings century Unity Meinlong Club lift M. Noke Trophy

GALLE, Nov 8 (Agencies): Opener Keaton Jennings ended his twoyear wait for a second test century with a career-best 146 not out as England inched towards a comprehensive victory in the opening test against Sri Lanka on Thursday.

Having taken a handy 139-run first-innings lead, England declared their second innings on 322 for six to set Sri Lanka an improbable 462-run victory target.

The hosts ended day three on 15 for no loss, 447 behind and staring at a crushing defeat inside four days in spinner Rangana Herath’s farewell test.

Openers Dimuth Karunaratne (seven) and Kaushal Silva (eight) survived seven overs but Sri Lanka will need a near miracle to save the test.

Earlier, the tourists resumed on 38-0 and their openers consolidated their position until they suffered a mini-collapse.

Debutant Rory Burns’s

Keaton Jennings notched a superb century in Galle to put England in pole position in first Test.

(23) foolhardy pursuit of a non-existent single culminated in his run-out and Moeen Ali could not justify his promotion to number three for the second time in the match, following up his first-innings golden duck with three.

Indian Super League: Northeast United aim to boost playoff chances Guwahati, Nov 8 (IANS): NorthEast United FC have put up more than just a decent performance so far and they will be keen to boost their playoff probabilities when they host Mumbai City FC at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium here on Friday.

Only one point separates third-placed NorthEast United and fifth-placed Mumbai City, though the hosts have a game in hand.

The Highlanders are heading into the fixture with 11 points from five matches while the visitors have notched 10 points from six games.

Nor thEast United have had a good start to the season under Eelco Schat-

torie. The combination of Bartholomew Ogbeche and Fernando Gallego in NorthEast’s attack will pose a serious challenge for opposition’s defenders.

Ogbeche leads the goalscoring chart alongside FC Goa’s Ferran Corominas, having scored six goals from five matches. Gallego is top of the assist chart with four assists from five games.

While Schattorie’s men have a perfect away record with three wins out of three, they are yet to pick up a win at home.

An inconsistent Mumbai side will look to make full use of this as Jorge Costa looks to make a statement of intent.

Barça’s Coutinho out for 3 weeks

Philippe Coutinho

Barcelona, Nov 8 (Agencies): Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho has a muscle tear and will be out for two to three weeks, the Spanish La Liga giants said Thursday.

“Tests undertaken on Thursday morning have confirmed that Philippe Coutinho has a small rupture in the femoral biceps of his left leg,” Barcelona said.

“He will be out for

approximately two to three weeks.”

The 26-year-old Brazilian will miss Sunday’s clash against Real Betis.

But the Catalan club, currently top of La Liga table, are expected to welcome star forward Lionel Messi back following a three-week absence with a broken arm.

Coutinho will also miss Brazil’s friendlies against Uruguay and Cameroon on November 16 and 20 respectively.

He could potentially also miss Barcelona’s match against Atletico Madrid on November 24, crucial if the club want to stay top of La Liga, and the next Champions League game against PSV Eindhoven on November 28.

England captain Joe Root (three) also had a deja vu moment when Herath dismissed him for the second time in the match.

Jennings, however, looked confident against the spinners, often playing the sweep shot -- both

traditional and reverse -- to negate them.

Ben Stokes, Jennings’ partner in their 107-run fourth-wicket partnership, shrugged off his early tentativeness to clobber three sixes in his 62 before Dilruwan Perara spun one past

CONDOLENCE MESSAGE T h e S u m i To t i m i H o h o ( S T H ) , expresses grief over the demise of Lt. Miss. Livikali Swu, 1st Runner’s-Up, Miss Sumi 2016, who bagged the title of Miss Congeniality. Her laurels to Hoho will be cherished forever in our hearts. Hoho also convey heartfelt condolence to the bereaved family and prays that her soul rest in peace.

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his bat to hit the top of the off-stump with a beautiful delivery.

Jennings, who hit a hundred in his debut test against India in 2016, took a single off Dhananjaya de Silva to end his century drought.

The 26-year-old pumped air while running before taking his helmet off and raising his bat in celebration.

The left-hander’s patient 280-ball knock included nine fours as he demonstrated to his team mates how to play spin in the sub-continent.

Jos Buttler made 35 and England’s first-innings hero Ben Foakes contributed 37 before Root decided to give his bowler a go at the Sri Lankan openers in fading light.

Herath claimed three wickets in his 93rd and final test at the same venue where the 40-year-old left-arm spinner made his debut against Australia in 1999.

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Loving Wife & Children

D i m ap u r , N ov 8 (NPN): Unity Meinlong Club emerged as champions of 13th M. Noke Trophy after defeating Deenix FC 2 – 1 in the final played at local ground Mon town on Thursday.

The champions received a cash prize of

1st Death Anniversary of our beloved LATE THECHAMO (RACHAMO) MURRY

God has you in his arms on this day 09-11-2017 We profoundly miss you, cherish you; and remembering you inspires us to face our tomorrow.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We, the wife, children, members of LATE SHRI KEVIZOTO (TERI), express our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to one and all, who has stood by us at his demise on the 14th Aug. 2018.

May the Lord Almighty bless each one of you for the support through prayers, physical and material help you have rendered in the most difficult moment of our life.

Champions of 13th M. Noke Trophy, Unity Meinlong Club with the trophy.

Loving family

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Rs.1,25,000 along with trophy while the runners up pocketed Rs.80,000.

Anki (Unity Meinlong Club) was named the best player of the tournament.

Chenwang (Deenix FC) was named the best keeper and Khoayon (Deenix FC) was named the best

defender. Samson (Deenix FC) with 11 goals received the highest scorer of the tournament. Zenith FC was named the best discipline team.

The tournament was organised by Mon District Football Association (MDFA).

FIRST DEATH ANNIVERSARY

Eza, one year has passed without seeing your face. life is not easy without you, but your prayer always protects us. And it will continue to protect us.

Eza, sleep peacefully until that day when the trumpet will sound and we will meet each other, never Khetoni Yepthomi to be separated again. Eza, you are greatly missed each day.

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Your Loving Children, Son-In-Law, Daughter-In-Law And Grandchildren

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Born - 10/02/1974 Died - 14/08/2018

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We t h e b e r e a v e d f a m i l y members of Late Y. Tsali, Lab. Technician, CHC Shamator would like to convey our profound gratitude to all who stood by us and supported us physically, materially, financially and through prayers at his sudden death in a car accident on 19th October 2018 at Shamator.

Amongst many, we would like extend our special thanks to :1. Yimchungrü Tribal Council (YTC) 2. YBBA Shamator Born on : 30.09.1978 3. Shamator Baptist Church Died on : 19.10.2018 4. Police Baptist Church 5. NAP out sector Baptist Church, Shamator 6. CHC, Shamator 7. Limakumla Pongener, EAC Shamator 8. ADC Ward, Shamator 9. Drivers Union, Shamator 10. Pungro Area Union, Shamator (PAUS) 11. Yimchungberü Arihako, Shamator (YAS) 12. Vehicle Owners Union, Shamator 13. Phuvkiu Village Council 14. Phuvkiu Baptist Church 15. Cedeyevong Baptist Church 16. Khuzami Baptist Church, Chumukedima We regret our inability to thank each and everyone individually, who comforted us; but it is our humble prayer that the Almighty God bless all of you abundantly.

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We the bereaved family of Lt. Kecü-ü Lhousa, would like to take this opportunity to communicate our heartfelt thanks to all those who patiently assisted us in nursing her during her prolonged illness; those who contributed cash and kind; gave prayer support; accompanied us in returning back her mortal remains and for being with us during our time of deep loss and sorrow on 1-11-2018.

Words are not enough but we would still like you to know that we are remembering you in earnest gratitude.

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Loving Husband, Sons, Daughter Grandchildren & Relatives

In Loving Memory of our beloved Mother

Late NOKPANGNARO 1st Death Anniversary

“For this God is our God forever and ever; he will be our guide even unto death” Pslams 48: 14 We the bereaved family members of Late Imnachuba Jamir, Chuchuyimlang village, express our heartfelt gratitude to one and all who provided relentless physical, emotional and financial support throughout his illness till the time of his demise on 3rd November 2018. Your acts of kindness, made our loss bearable and continues to be a source of comfort during this difficult time. May the Almighty bless you all abundantly.

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Loving family members and relatives.

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9th November 2017 An Eternal Memory …….Until We Meet Again

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Paris, Nov 8 (IANS): The Paris Court of Appeal on Thursday rejected the annulment of an investigation into Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema for his alleged blackmailing of fellow France teammate Mathieu Valbuena.

Investigators accused the Real Madrid forward and three other people of threatening to release an alleged sexually explicit video of Valbuena and his wife unless the player handed over money.

Benzema’s legal team requested the annulment of the investigations because, in their view, it was tainted after an undercover officer allegedly illegally recorded their conversations.

Defence lawyer Sylvain Cormier told Efe he was planning to lodge an appeal in the Supreme Court.

Those special memories of you Will always bring a smile If only we could have you back for just a little while Then we could sit and talk again Just like we used to do You always meant so very much and will always will do too The fact that you're no longer here will always cause us pain but you're forever in our hearts until we meet again…Dearest Mom

Loving Sons, Daughters, Daughters in-law, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren

03.08.1981 – 01.11.2018.

We the family members of Late KHEVISHE KIBAMI would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to each and every individual, neighbours, relatives, friends, and all the organisations who stood by us and supported us physically, spiritually, materially, and financially during his prolonged illness until his last breath.

We convey our special thanks to : 1. Doctors and Nurses of Faith Hospital, Dimapur.

2. Doctors and Nurses of Shamrock Hospital, Dimapur.

3. Doctors and Nurses of Nikhos Hospital, Dimapur.

4. Zutovi Ghami Baptist Akukuhou.

5. Zutovi Ghami NCRC. 6. Zutovi Ghami Catholic Church.

7. Zutovi Ghami Kukhakulu, Dimapur.

8. Inalimi Kukhakulu, Zutovi.

9. Akighini muqo Zutovi Baptist Akukuhou.

10. Toluvi Ghami Baptist Akukuhou.

11. Notun Bosti/River Belt Fellowship, Sumi Baptist Akukuhou, Dimapur.

12. Littami Old Baptist Akukuhou.

13. Littami Kukhakulu Dimapur.

14. Asapu Kibami Lagha Kukhakulu.

15. River Belt Colony Council, Dimapur.

We regret our inability to thank you all personally, but it is our humble prayer that our Almighty God bless you abundantly.

Loving Wife, Children, and Family Members.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Champions League: Man City, United win trio of Cristiano Ronaldo, Paulo Dybala and Juan Guillermo Cuadrado here on Wednesday night.

Ronaldo, still seeking his first European goal since coming over to Juve from Real Madrid, got the ball to Sami Khedira in scoring position just before the break, but the German’s shot hit the post.

The wood-work intervened again five minutes into the second half, when Dybala’s potent strike from 20 yards out bounced off the cross-bar.

The goal finally came in the 65th minute, a magnificent effort by Ronaldo

Manchester City players celebrate after scoring a goal during their Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk.

Manchester, Nov 8 (IANS): Manchester City are nearly through to the Champions League knockout stage after demolishing Shakhtar Donetsk 6-0 here.

Wednesday night’s victory leaves City atop Group F with 9 points from 4 matches, followed

by Olympique Lyon with 6, while Hoffenheim have 3 and Shakhtar have just 2 points, reports Efe. Gabriel Jesus had a hat trick, but referee Victor Kassai made himself the focus of attention with his inexplicable decision to award a penalty after City’s Raheem Sterling

went down in the box with the closest Shakhtar player a yard away.

The incident happened in the 24th minute, with the hosts already leading 1-0 on David Silva’s goal in the 13th.

Incredulous, Shakhtar goalkeeper Andrij Pyatov pleaded with the referee to reverse the call, but Kassai pointed to the spot and Jesus converted for the 2-0.

Sterling increased the margin to 3-0 in the 48th minute.

Despite the comfortable lead, City continued to press and won another penalty in the 72nd minute, when Silva was brought

Saurabh claims gold at Asian Airgun Championships

Saurabh Chaudhary

Kuwait city, Nov 8 (PTI): India’s teenage shooting sensation Saurabh Chaudhary continued his incredible run by claiming his fourth individual gold medal in as many months with a top finish in the 10m air pistol junior men’s event of the Asian Airgun Championship here on Thursday.

The 16-year-old first combined with compatriots Arjun Singh Cheema and Anmol Jain to log a total of 1731 to win the team gold and fetched the individual gold with 239.8 in the eightman individual final to finish with two gold medals.

Arjun (237.7) secured the silver medal after finishing second, while Chinese Taipei’s Huang Wei-Te clinched the bronze with a score of 218.0 to deny India a clean sweep.

Anmol finished fourth with a score of 195.1. The Indian trio missed the World and Asian Junior record by a mere point.

Earlier, the Indians dominated the qualifying stages with Arjun topping the standings with a score of 578 after 60 shots.

Anmol was second with 577 while Saurabh was placed third with a score of 576 and all three made it to the eight-man final.

This takes India’s tally in the ongoing event to 10 medals, including three gold, five silver and two bronze medals.

Manu Bhaker and Abhidnya Patil are also slated to feature in the junior women’s 10m air pistol final later in the day.

down in the area. Again, it was Jesus who took the shot to put the English side 4-0 ahead.

Riyad Mahrez, who assisted on Silva’s early goal, scored in the 84th minute and Jesus completed the hat trick off the game’s final move to make it 6-0.

Meanwhile, Manchester United got a pair of goals in the last five minutes to defeat Juventus 2-1 and sustain their chances of qualifying for the Champions League knockout stage.

Man United concentrated on denying space to the Juventus attacking

Murray to play 2019 Open Sud de France

London, Nov 8 (Agencies): Andy Murray has revealed more of his comeback plans by confirming he will play at the Open Sud de France in February next year. Murray said on his Facebook page, “Lots of great memories playing indoors in France, looking forward to playing Open Sud de France in Montpellier for the first time next year.”

The event runs from February 3 to 10 next year and the tournament director of the Open 13 in Marseille revealed last week that Murray will also play there in February.

The three-time Grand Slam champion only played six tournaments in 2018 after a long recovery from hip surgery.

Murray, 31, has been spending a lot of time working with a specialist in Philadelphia as he tries to regain his best form which helped him to reach No 1 in the rankings in 2016.

that gave the hosts a 1-0 lead over his former club.

Juve had two chances to add to their advantage, but United keeper David De Gea thwarted Miralem Pjanic and Cuadrado fired over the net.

Even so, the hosts looked set to take all 3 points until the 86th minute, when late substitute Juan Mata brought Man United level with a free kick.

Three minutes later, Juventus defender Alex Sandro accidentally knocked an Ashley Young free kick into his own net to give United the 2-1 victory.

24th Classic Cup: Fore Runner, Headhunter register wins

Real Madrid hammer Plzen 5-0

Real Madrid thrashed Viktoria Plzen 5-0 to move into a tie on points with AS Roma for the lead in Group G of the Champions League football tournament.

Karim Benzema had a brace for the defending three-time holders in their first Champions League outing under interim coach Santiago Solari, who went with Thibaut Courtois in goal instead of Keylor Navas, the starter in Madrid’s’ three previous European matches.

The visitors enjoyed 62 percent possession and Plzen’s only opportunities came in the first few minutes of each half here on Wednesday night.

Though Real Madrid were lucky to avoid going down to 10 men when a Sergio Ramos challenge left Plzen’s Milan Havel with a bloody nose.

Benzema opened the scoring with a strike in the 20th minute and Casemiro made it 2-0 for the Blancos just three minutes later.

The third and fourth goals materialised within a three-minute span -- Benzema’s header in the 37th and a strike by Gareth Bale with five minutes to go in the firsthalf regulation.

Plzen went forward in pursuit of a face-saving goal, creating open space that Toni Kroos exploited to boost the score to 5-0 with a goal in the 67th minute.

The match between Headhunter Jakhama and Phoenix FC at Kohima local ground on Thursday. (NP)

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Kohima, Nov 8 (NPN): Fore Runner Thizama and Headhunter Jakhama registered wins at the ongoing 24th Classic cup played at Kohima local ground on Thursday.

In the first match, Forerunner Thizama beat Phoenix FC by 3-1. Lima opened the scoring for Fore Runner Thizama in the 5th minute. Seyiekhrietuo scored the second goal in the 24th minute to make it 2-0 before first half.

After the lemon break, the third goal for Fore Runner

Thizama was netted by Lima in the 33rd minute.

The lone and face saving goal for Phoenix FC was scored by Thejaseto in the 60th minute of the match.

In the second match, the Headhunter Jakhama humiliated Zhadima Jr. FC by 12-0. Khuanjang scored the first, second and fourth goal in the 6th, 10thand 20th minute respectively to complete his hat-trick.

The third and fifth goals for Headhunter were scored

by Chingsha and Hranglen in 19th and 29th minute respectively.

After the breather, Head hunter Jakhama added 7 more goals. Haotingmang scored the sixth goal in the 31st minute.

Chengsha scored the seventh, eighth and eleventh goals in the 34th, 35th and 48th minute respectively.

Rhetso scored the tenth and twelfth goals in 39th and 58th minute to complete the humiliation.

Today’s matches 1st match: 12:30 pm Phezoucha YO Vs Kohima Eagles FC 2nd match: 2:00 pm Tiema-khe Kidima Vs Kuluopfu FC

China Open: Sindhu, Srikanth reach quarterfinals FUZHOU, NOV 8 (PTI): Former champions P.V. Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth recorded contrasting victories to advance to the quarterfinals of the China Open World Tour Super 750 on Thursday.

While Olympic and two-time World Championship silver medallist, Sindhu stamped her authority with a 21-12 21-15 win over Thailand’s Busanan Ongbamrungphan in the second round, Srikanth got the better off Indonesia’s Tommy Sugiarto in a three-game match.

The third seeded Indian, who had clinched the title in 2016, will face tough test against eighth seeded He Bingjiao next.

Sindhu lost both the meetings against the world no.

7 Chinese and would be eager to avenge her twin loss on November 9.

Srikanth, who had skipped the event due to a

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muscle strain last season, managed to script a comefrom-behind 10-21 21-9 21-9 win over Tommy Sugiarto in a 45-minute men’s singles match.

The 25-year-old from Guntur had won the China Open in 2014, getting the better of the legendary Lin Dan of China. Next, he will face Chinese Taipei’s Chou Tien Chen, who won a silver medal at the Jakarta

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World No. 9 Srikanth has lost to Chen twice in the last three years. The only time he had an upper hand was at the 2014 Hong Kong Open.

In the women’s singles contest, Sindhu didn’t give any chance to Busanan to come near her in the first game as she led right from the start and reached 11-4 at the break before slowly

extending the advantage seal the game.

In the second game, Sindhu had a 4-0 early advantage but seven straight points helped Busanan to turn the tables and take a 7-4 lead.

The Indian, however, managed to wrest an 11-8 lead and kept her nose ahead to quell her rival’s challenge.

In the men’s singles,

Tommy, son of former world champion Icuk Sugiarto, dished out a dominating game to leave Srikanth to do the catching up act in the opening game.

The 30-year-old Indonesian grabbed an 11-6 lead at the break and comfortably moved ahead even as the Indian struggled.

Srikanth soon changed his tactics in time and looked a different player in the second game as he came out with all cylinders blazing, moving to a 11-6 lead and then dominating the proceedings completely.

The Indian gave away just three more points while grabbing the remaining 10 points to roar back into contest.

Srikanth dominated the decider as well, jumping from 7-3 to 13-3 before shutting the door on his rival with a similar 21-9 margin.

Players taking oath during the Youth Olympic at GHSS ground, Nagarjan.

Staff Reporter

D im a pu r , N ov 8 (NPN): Dimapur Ao Baptist Arogo (DABA) youth ministry’s Youth Olympic 2018, inaugural programme was held Thursday at Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) ground Nagarjan, Dimapur. The event is being

organised under the theme “For God’s glory”.

The Olympic flame was lighted by fellowship presidents and oath of conduct was administered

by DABA YM president Moaakum Jamir.

The programme was chaired by Meyisangla Lemtur, invocation prayer was offered by DABA as-

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sociate pastor reverend Maong Lemtur and Youth Olympic was declared open by DABA associate pastor reverend Maong Lemtur.

Events like 100m race, long jump, high jump and tug of war for men and women, 800 m race, high jump for men were conducted on Thursday.

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