October 22, 2020

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Vol XXX No. 318

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Rio, Zeliang meet Amit Shah

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NEW DELHI, OCT 21 (NPN): Nagaland chief minister, Neiphiu Rio and leader of opposition, T.R. Zeliang called on Union Home minister Amit Shah here on Tuesday.

Both the leaders from Nagaland held separate meetings with the Union Home minister, where they discussed about the vexed Naga political issue.

Neiphiu Rio who returned to Nagaland on Wednesday, was in Delhi, accompanied by Assam Health and Finance minister and also the convenor of North East Democratic Alliance (NEDA), Himanta Biswa Sarma.

The Union Home minister is learnt to have asked Zeliang to rejoin the Joint Legislators’ Forum.

Rio also met NSCN (I-M) general secretary Th. Muivah, who has been camping in Delhi since July.

Both Rio and Sarma had also met BJP national president, JP Nadda at his residence. “I accompanied him (Rio) for the meeting where we discussed a host of political issues of Nagaland & the North East region,”

PAC serves 7-day deadline to nab Oct 19 culprits DIMAPUR, OCT 21 (NPN): Public Action Committee (PAC) has demanded arrest within seven days culprits involved in forcing two Naga lady entrepreneurs to down their shutters for not complying with the dictates of syndicate and demand for tax.

PAC in a release alleged that the two ladies were running East India Transport Agency, a franchise, here before being forced to down the shutters on October 19 for non-compliance with the syndicate’s dictates and taxation demand, which is prevalent in transport agencies in Nagaland.

Asserting that it stood for protection of law-abiding citizens of Dimapur from such unlawful, arbitrary and unreasonable actions by unscrupulous elements, PAC declared that it would not tolerate any form of anti-social activities and dadagiri with no respect for rule of law of the land.

Dimapur being the commercial hub of Nagaland, the committee demanded that there should not be any obstruction, nor discrimination of genuine citizens but allow free enterprise and their right to operate businesses smoothly without any hurdle.

Sarma had tweeted after the meeting.

Their visit assumes significance as Centre was firm on resolving the Naga issue at the earliest.

According to reports, Sarma, along with Rio, had been entrusted by the Centre to assist in clearing the deadlock in the peace process after NSCN (I-M) hardened its stand on the contentious demands of a separate Naga flag and constitution, and the removal of the Interlocutor for Naga talks, RN Ravi, who is also the Governor of Nagaland.

Sarma had earlier asserted that “There should be smooth sailing of the Naga issue. The government of India has taken into confidence all the concerned North Eastern states on the issue,” said Sarma.

In this regard, Sarma had appealed all Naga stakeholders to attend the October 15 crucial consultative meeting convened by the state government.

Addressing the media after the meeting in Kohima, Rio had said that the Centre had asked him to come to Delhi soon after the successful completion of the consultative meeting.

‘Naga issue should be resolved politically’

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KOHIMA, OCT 21 (NPN): NPF has reiterated that the Naga issue being political, it should be resolved politically. Speaking at a function organised to celebrate the party’s 58th Foundation Day at its central office here on Wednesday, NPF president Dr Shürhozelie Liezietsu also emphasised that the Naga political issue should be resolved at the earliest.

He recalled that NPF which, according to him, is popularly known as “cock party” in rural areas, was formed on October 21, 1963 by elders and within 39 days the party was registered with Election Commission of India, and the cock symbol was allotted on December 2, 1963.

Asserting that NPF was formed not by choice but out of necessity for the interest of Naga people and their future, Liezietsu narrated the political aspirations and struggles of the Nagas from the days of submitting memorandum to Simon Commission in 1929.

He claimed that one of the

COVID-19 STATUS AS ON october 21, 2020 District

Dimapur

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Kiphire

1

0

0

0

0

0

12

0

0

0

13

Kohima

282

7

7

1

0

2

2169

4

0

10

2482

Longleng

3

0

0

0

0

0

6

0

0

7

16

Mokokchung

58

0

0

0

0

0

44

1

0

0

103

Mon

54

0

0

0

0

0

386

2

0

8

450

Peren

28

0

0

0

0

0

274

0

0

0

302

Phek

0

0

0

0

0

0

36

0

0

0

36

Tuensang

19

0

0

0

0

0

122

0

0

0

141

Wokha

0

0

0

0

0

0

26

0

0

0

26

Zunheboto

7

0

0

0

0

0

120

0

0

3

130

Total

1596

64

16

3

0

3

6360

28

1

68

8139

*6 deaths not due to Covid-19 *1 deaths in under investigation

DIMAPUR, OCT 21 (NPN): Nagaland on Wednesday reported 119 fresh COVID-19 positive cases-- 90 in Dimapur, 20 in Kohima, 5 in Mon and 4 in Tuensang, taking the total number of positive cases in the state to 8139.

Further, out of 8139 positive cases, the distribution across various categories of people include 3613 cases from the armed forces/

police, 1617 returnees, 2512 traced contacts and 397 frontline workers.

India’s COVID tally climbs to 76,51,107

PTI: The number of new coronavirus infections reported in India in a span of 24 hours remained below 60,000 for the third consecutive day, taking the COVID19 caseload to 76,51,107, ac-

cording to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Wednesday.

A total of 54,044 fresh infections were reported in a day, while the death toll climbed to 1,15,914 with 717 fatalities being registered in a span of 24 hours ,the data updated at 8 am showed. As many as 67,95,103 people have recuperated from the disease so far pushing the national recovery rate to 88.81 per cent while the case fatality rate due COVID-19 has dropped to 1.51 per cent.

The active cases of coronavirus infection remained below 8 lakh for the fifth consecutive day.

There are 7,40,090 active cases of coronavirus infection in the country which comprises 9.67 per cent of the total caseload, the data stated. India’s COVID-19 tally had crossed the 20-lakh mark on August 7, 30 lakh on August 23 and 40 lakh on September 5.

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AR jawan killed in NSCN ambush in Arunachal ITANAGAR, OCT 21 (PTI): An Assam Rifles jawan was killed after a patrolling party was ambushed

by NSCN (I-M) cadres in Arunachal Pradesh’’s Tirap district on Wednesday, Army sources told PTI. The personnel of the 6th Assam Rifles were conducting routine patrolling when the insurgents opened fire on them near Sanliam village in Lazu circle in the morning, they said. The security personnel retaliated and the jawan was killed in the ensuing gun-battle, the sources said, adding further details are awaited.

Security forces have launched a massive search operation to nab the militants who escaped into the dense forest, they added.

This is the second attack on AR personnel by militants in Arunachal Pradesh this month. One Assam Rifles personnel was killed and another sustained injuries in an attack on October 4. Military intelligence sources said that a group of 30 to 35 militants ULFA (I) along with cadres of NSCN (K) faction launched the ambush.

Closure of NH29 stretch from October 24-26

DIMAPUR, OCT 21 (NPN): In order to facilitate the progress of the 4-lane construction works and in the interest of public safety, the deputy commissioner (DC) Dimapur has ordered total restriction of all movement from Chathe River Bridge (Patkai Bridge) to Kukidolong from 7 a.m. of October 24 till 5 a.m. of October 26.

DC Dimapur, Rajesh Soundararajan, stated that the restriction was being necessitated to facilitate speedy completion of works and as a precautionary measure to prevent any injury, loss of life and damage to property. General public could take alternative route from Dimapur-Kohima/KohimaDimapur for light vehicles only via 7th Mile-New DC office-Shokhuvi-RazapheMhaikam-Pimla-Mhainamtsi-Jhornapani/Medziphema and vice versa.

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Dimapur roads in dire need of maintenance Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, OCT 21 (NPN): Condition of several roads in Dimapur are deteriorating day by day and what is of concern is that no repairs or maintenance are being done for whatever reasons. If this goes on then it will be back to the situation a few years back when there was literally no good road worth its name.

One clear evidence of technical neglect is the absence of road side drainage or even if there were some, they do not serve the purpose. Recent downpours have only hastened the deterioration where pot holes have become bigger to the extent that motorists have to zig-zag in order to avoid them.

Stretches of roads in Dimapur- GS Road, Dhobinala area, Forest Colony area, Marwari Patti, Eros Lane area (near Blue Hill station), the road leading to new flyover, Naga Shopping Arcade area, etc- are some where pot holes are becoming evident. Several residents who spoke to this Reporter, complained that water logging was causing more damage. Among the worst was the stretch of

(Top) Potholed road near Dimapur college and (bottom) GS road area in deplorable condition. (NP)

the GS Road, at the centre of the city. A ride on the gravelled road is bumpy and during dry days, dusty.

Motorists trying to avoid pot holes are often compelled to ignore traffic rules which also poses a hazard.

Residents near Super Market (Naga Shopping Arcade) also complained that the road has deteriorated due

lack of proper drains. Dimapur’s best road, the stretch from Dillai check gate, through Duncan Colony to Dhobinalla, constructed during 2001-02 and which had survived the onslaught of weather and wear and tear and lack of roadside drainage; has begun to develop pot holes since a year or (Cont’d on p-7) two.

4 held for staging robbery

Consumers may get relief on fuel prices this festive season

Four accused along with Rs. 15.40 lakh recovered by police. (PRO)

DIMAPUR, OCT 21 (NPN): Dimapur police have arrested four persons after staging a robbery incident on October 15, 2020.

According to PRO Dimapur police, the main accused, who works as a cash executive of a cash pick-up and delivery agency, in connivance with his associates concocted a fictitious story to the police that during a cash transportation to a bank, a sum of Rs. 20 lakhs was robbed by motorcycle-borne

miscreants in Thahekhu area.

However, the inconsistent statement of the employee and with further corroboration of technical data analysis by police, the employee confessed to the fabricated act of crime, PRO said.

PRO said cash amount of Rs.15.40 lakh was recovered from three different locations. The four accused have been identified as Khekaho Yeptho (37), Aghato Yeptho (34), Hokito Achumi (31) and Anato Achumi (37).

NEW DELHI, OCT 21 (IANS): Consumers can cheer as oil marketing companies may actually bring down the retail prices of petrol and diesel this festive season.

Oil sector experts said that with global oil prices under pressure from slowing demand in the second wave of Covid-19 pandemic sweeping several western countries, crude price could fall in coming days. If this holds on for a week or so, there could be positive gains for consumers by way of a fall in retail price of petrol and diesel.

Global crude prices are holding close to $ 42 a barrel now. It has been hovering between $ 40-42 a barrel for over a month now.

But with lower oil demand and rising inventory, there is fear a song oil producing companies that crude prices may start falling again.

Over 1.35 lakh cops contracted COVID in India: DGP COVID: EC frets as political parties violate distancing norms during campaigning

TJ Longkumer pays tribute at the cenotaph at New Police Reserve, Tennis Court, Phesama on Wednesday. (NP)

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main reasons why NPF was formed was to bring back democratic system back on the track. Liezietsu alleged other political parties spent money for their candidate in order to win elections, while NPF’s foundation was strong and would remain for all time to come till its goal was achieved Chairing the programme, NPF secretary general Achumbemo Kikon reminded those present that the party was the oldest regional party in the Northeast and second oldest in the country.

He said the party had produced seven chief ministers, adding that though its nomenclature changed seven times since its formation, its symbol and slogan remained the same.

Nagaland COVID-19 tally 8139

This is it!

“Work progressed very fast five years ago. Project is delayed due to additional works and cost escalation.”

Dr Shürhozelie Liezietsu (NP)

Tension grips Shillong as KSU puts up banners

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KOHIMA, OCT 21 (NPN): Nagaland Director General of Police (DGP), T John Longkumer, Wednesday disclosed that over 1.35 lakh policemen across the country have tested positive for COVID-19 and 802 have succumbed to virus.

Speaking at the Police Commemoration Day pro-

gramme held at New Police Reserve, Tennis Court, Phesama here, DGP T John Longkumer said police personnel plays a crucial role in the development of a nation.

He said they do this by maintaining law and order, foiling the nefarious ploys of insurgents and anti-socials and helping the needy and ensuring smooth

flow of essential services to the people.

DGP stated that 265 policemen across the nation laid down their life while maintaining law and order, preventing anti-socials and countering terrorists this year. “We pay our respects to these brave and valiant Police personnel who sacrificed their valuable lives to protect the integrity and security of the country,” Longkumer said.

Further, DGP stated that more 35,000 policemen have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty since 1947. He paid tribute to the Nagaland police officers and men who also made such supreme sacrifices.

DGP informed that the Nagaland police have lost many precious lives both in the state and also in states like Chhattisgarh and West Bengal.

“The courage and sac-

rifice of these martyrs will always be remembered by the department and also by those they died protecting,” said Longkumer.

However, DGP said “Today is not only a day of mourning but a day when we remember the spirit of selfless sacrifice shown by the martyrs and renew our pledge to serve our people, to secure and maintain the integrity of our nation.”

On the occasion, several police officers laid the wreath at the memorial erected and paid respect to the police personnel who had sacrificed their lives for the safety of the country.

Police Commemoration Day is observed on October 21 every year in memory of the ten police personnel who were martyred in an ambush by heavily armed Chinese troops in Hot Springs in Ladakh on October 21, 1959.

NEW DELHI, OCT 21 (PTI): Election Commission on Wednesday took a serious view of “utter violation” of social distancing norms during poll campaigning and leaders addressing public meetings without wearing masks in complete disregard of its guidelines.

In an advisory issued to presidents and general secretaries of all recognised national and state parties, the poll panel said chief electoral officers and the district machinery would be expected to invoke appropriate and relevant penal provisions against candidates concerned as well as organisers responsible for such violations.

Separate instructions for strict compliance of guidelines are being issued

to chief electoral officers and state governments of poll-going states, it said.

“It has come to the notice of the Commission instances of such public meetings where large crowds assembled in utter violation of social distancing, and the political leaders and campaigners addressing the gatherings without wearing masks in complete disregard of the guidelines and instructions issued by the Election Commission,” the poll panel said.

By not following the norms, the EC said, the political parties and candidates are not only flouting its guidelines “with impunity but exposing themselves as well as the public attending the rallies or meetings to the danger of infection during the pandemic”.

As the most important stakeholders in the electoral process, the parties are dutybound to observe the norms determined by the Commission for electioneering, it noted. Non-compliance of instructions during the period of public interface will attract actions as per provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides invocation of the provisions of the Indian Penal Code and other legal provisions, the EC warned referring to its guidelines issued in August.

EC also referred to its October 9 advisory in which it had sought cooperation of all political parties in following instructions related to COVID-19 at all stages, especially wherever public interface in physical form is involved.

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reinstating Temjen Imna visits ongoing projects KYGKofopposes NSCN (R) cadre

Temjen Imna Along visiting the ongoing construction of Model College, Mangkolemba on October 20. (DIPR)

Model College and renovation work at Community Health Centre (CHC) Mangkolemba on October 20.

ADC Peren, Jalukie notify on sealing DIMAPUR: ADC Peren, Moa Sangtam has notified that in view of the detection of COVID-19 positive patient, the OPD of District Hospital Peren has been sealed for 48 hours and H/No. 7 & 8 located at Duiring ward under Peren town with effect from October 20 till further order.

According to DIPR report, ADC Jalukie, Dr. Tinojongshi Chang also notified the sealing of H/ No.158 High School Colony, Jalukie town with effect

from October 21 till further order.

All the public and all concern have been advised to follow all safety precautions, especially within the proximity of the sealed area.

ADCs cautioned that any persons violating the orders will be liable to be proceeded as per the provisions of section 51-60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal actions under section-188 of the IPC.

According to DIPR report, earlier Temjen Imna also chaired the Mangkolemba sub-division planning and devel-

DIMAPUR: Two-day training programme on mushroom cultivation under RKVY-RAFTAAR 2019-20 organized by the department of Horticulture kick started with the inaugural programme at the conference hall, directorate of Horticulture, Kohima on October 21.

According to DIPR report, additional director, Horticulture, Qhutovi delivering the key note address said that the training was necessitated due to drastic fall in the economic activity across the world.

He said in Nagaland due to the ongoing pandemic the training on mushroom cultivation will not only help to generate immediate income but uplift the economic sustainability to the farmers.

He remarked that mushroom cultivation was one of the shortest, low cost and fastest viable income generating among the horticulture entrepreneurship as the farmer can start harvesting mushroom within 21 days.

He therefore, urged all the participants to make the best use of what they have learned from the training and start generating income to become self-reliant.

Trainers for the technical session were deputy director Horticulture, Meyasashi and assistant horticulture officer, T. Eluba, where they presented a topic on method and process of oyster mushroom cultivation, hands on demonstration, judicious management of mushrooms unit and cost and benefit of mushroom cultivation.

Trainings for the farmers were carried out in two batches strictly following all the SOPs. Altogether 6 districts, namely Zunheboto, Longleng, Mon, Kiphire, Tuensang and Phek attended the first day training programme and beneficiaries were given materials to cultivate mushroom.

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DIMAPUR: Dikoi Village Council (DVC) convened general meetings on September 19 and October 10 respectively, at Tenyimi complex, Dimapur.

A press release by Dikoi Village Council secretary N Chekam Zeliang and chairman Keneihopi Naleo stated that after a long deliberation on the composition and functioning of the village council, the meeting unanimously resolved to merge the two village councils and reconstituted a new village council with executive members

elected from the erstwhile parallel village council.

The house elected its new team of executive members led by Keneihopi Naleo as chairman, N Chekam Zeliang as secretary, Kikosill Khatso as joint secretary along with four advisory board members and two others.

Dikoi Village Council also stated that the reconstituted village council shall be the sole legitimate and mandated body to represent the village and work for overall wellbeing of the village.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

OBITUARY We, the bereaved family members of Lt. Mrs Itoli Achumi, W/o Lt. Mr Ihoshe Achumi would like to covey our heartfelt gratitude to each and every individuals, churches, relatives, friends and well wishers who stood by us physically, morally, financially and above all spiritually during the chronic illness and at the sad demise of our beloved Lt. Itoli Achumi Mother.

Born on 10-10-1939 Though, we are unable to Died on 18-10-2020 thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. May the good Lord bless you all abundantly.

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Training on oyster mushroom underway in Kma

DIMAPUR: Kulolau Yemishe Ghami Küqhakulu (KYGK) has expressed resentment against the re-instating of one Khekato Kinimi in NSCN (R), who was terminated for his alleged involvement in murder of ‘maj.’

Toishe Yeptho NSCN (I-M) of Yemishe village.

In an open letter addressed to NSCN (R), KYGK president Vihoshe Sema and general secretary, Ayeho Z. Ayemi stated that, “it is disappointing to learn that the main accused in August 16 shooting has been reinstated in your government” and that “revocation of expulsion order of Khekato Kinimi was unfair and injustice as the case is still under investigation which is being taken up by the competent authority”.

Claiming that NSCN (R) had stated that Khekato Kinimi was found to be involved in the August 16 incident and “to let the law take its own course of action and to facilitate the free and fair trial”, the KYGK stated that “surprisingly you have taken a u-turn” by re-instating the accused. KYGK has, therefore, urged upon the NSCN (R) to explain as to “why the accused/criminals is being re-instated when the case was still under investigation by competent authority.”

DVC reconstitutes new village council

Loving Sons, In-laws, Grand-Children, Great Grand Children and Relatives.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

"Gray hair is a crown of glory : It is gained in a righteous life."

LT. KEZHALEZO ÜSOU (BALIE) 2nd April 1964 – 22ndOctober 2019

We lovingly and fondly remember you dearest Dad for the life you've lived. Those special memories of you will always bring a smile to our faces.

We miss you and you're always remembered as the sweetest and the greatest Dad. You are Safe in the Arms of Jesus.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Late Arenmongla Born : 14.03.1931 – Died : 12.10.2020 We the family of Late Arenmongla extend our heartfelt gratitude through this column to each and every individuals, neighbors, churches, friends and well-wishers from far and near who stood by us physically, financially, emotionally and unconditional prayers at all times till date.

May the Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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2ND DEATH ANNIVERSARY

In Loving memory of Lt. PETEKOVI NGUZHÜ

LATE H. SHINGNYA 15/02/1962 – 11/10/2020

1922 – 18/10/2020 We, the bereaved family of Lt. Mrs. Yenili Chishi, W/o Lt. Khuzulho Chophi of Naghutomi, would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every individual, well-wishers, friends, churches, organisations and relatives who supported and stood by us physically, financially, materially and through prayers during the prolonged illness and sad demise of our beloved mother.

We deeply regret our inability to mention and thank all individually but it is our sincere prayer that Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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Loving children, relatives, grand-children, great grand children and in-laws

We, the bereaved family of Late H. Shingnya wishes to acknowledge the countless expression of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown physically, spiritually and materially at the time of his brief ailment and sad demise.

We deeply regret our inability to thank each one of you individually, yet it is our humble prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

Died on 22nd Oct 2018 You are no longer with us since the past two years But our hearts still fills with pride every time we think of you.

Your life gave us memories of love too beautiful All which remains impossible to forget.

God has you in His arms and we have you in our hearts.

And there you will remain Until the joyous day arrives.

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With sincere gratitude Family Members.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

10TH DEATH ANNIVERSARY In loving memory of Lt. Dili Kaikho 22/10/2010

It is ten years today, Dad And it still feels like yesterday Perhaps it feels like being stuck in a trance Compelled to believe the prospect of living a life without you Not long enough to hold your hand Life would have been so different in a better way if you were here today

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Dad, you gave us a lot of ‘strength’ Yet it was heart-aching to lose our strength As years passed, it feels like the memories are fading out our fingers Yet the little moments and the finest memories will never leave us Your love is forever imprinted on our hearts The world fails to remember our grieving but guiltless as they are incapable to relate the pain which still is as raw as the initial days Nevertheless this day, entering a new stage of grief, being reminded of you, Dad We take it as an opportunity to cherish your memory on how grateful we are for your life You have touched our lives in such a powerful and in the most beautiful way We love and miss you everyday This is never goodbye but always see you later Remembering you always Loving wife and children K-1677

Late C Zhetoi Sema Born on - 02/02/1955 – Died on 17/10/2020 Losing our dearest dad was one of the most painful and emotional experience. But, the love, sympathy and support provided to us during our moment of grief helped us overcome the passing with grace.

We, the family of Late C Zhetoi Sema wishes to acknowledge one and all for the expression of love and gesture of kindness shown to us following our sad loss.

We would like to acknowledge our heartfelt gratitude to : 1. Christian Institute of Health Sciences and Research, Dimapur.

2. Satoi Area Public Union Dimapur, 3. Kisetong Village Public Union, Dimapur and Kiphire.

4. Tsuruhu Village Public Union, Dimapur 5. I.V (LRC) Colony, Dimapur 6. Hukato Village 7. Sangtam Baptist Church, Dimapur And acknowledged friends, neighbours and well wishers who had visited us, attended the service and burial, extending your support through emotionally, physically and financially.

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

Please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude.

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DIMAPUR: Temjen Imna Along, minister of Higher & Technical Education and Tribal Affairs inspected the ongoing construction of

opment board meeting at DB Court Mangkolemba.

After reviewing the last meeting minutes by the vice chairman SDPDB and additional deputy commissioner Mangkolemba, Razouvoulie Dozo, the board discussed on the matter relating to the financial assistance for major repair and renovation of community hall at Changdang village of which the chairman informed that it has already been approved.

Chairman also apprised the members about the various mega projects to be taken up in the sub division. In this regard, he therefore urged upon them to come back to work and develop work culture in their respective department for all round development and progress in the subdivision.

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WEATHER FORECAST October 22

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Heavy rain and a thunderstorm 25 24

Heavy rain and a thunderstorm 21 19

Guwahati Heavy afternoon showers Imphal

Cloudy with a stray t-storm

Itanagar Not as warm; a p.m. shower

30 23 22 20 27 18

Shillong

A stray morning thunderstorm 20 16

Kohima

Cooler with a heavy t-storm

Dimapur Not as warm Tuensang Cooler with a stray t-storm

17 13

A t-storm around in the p.m.

Zunheboto Overcast, a t-storm; cooler

DIMAPUR: Along with the rest of the country, the Nagaland Police also observed Police Commemoration Day by conducting a programme on October 21 and paying homage to 10 policemen killed in firing by Chinese troops in 1959 at Ladakh Hotspring and other policemen and women who laid down their lives in the service of the motherland.

CP Dimapur: Commissionerate of Police Di-

mapur observed the 59th Police Commemoration Day at commissioner police office, honouring the victory of policemen who has sacrificed their lives.

According to DIPR report, speaking on the occasion, commissioner police Dimapur, Rothihu Tetseo, informed that around 35,600 policemen and women have laid down their lives while safeguarding the nation and security of the citizens from 1947

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DC Dimapur informs

Dimapur: DC Dimapur, Rajesh Soundararajan has informed that meeting of district development coordination and monitoring committee (DISHA) will be held on October 26, 11 a.m at conference hall, DC office, Dimapur. All concerned officers have been requested to attend the meeting along with detailed presentation/ report of their activities.

till date. “Among them one of our brave late UBC Thiubuibo Zeliang who was in SOT, laid down his life on July 14, 2014 during the operation. Today we honour him and acknowledge his supreme sacrifice,” CP Dimapur said.

On behalf of the personnel of Police Commissionerate Dimapur, Rothihu handed over cash incentive to the wife of late Thiubuibo Zeliang who was present on the occa-

sion with her daughter.

CP Dimapur received the general salute, read out the roll of honour, thereafter the Nishan commander placed the roll of honour on the cenotaph. A twominute silence, samarak ko salami was observed, reveille played and salute was given by all present. There was laying of wreaths by family of unit martyr, followed by CP Dimapur and other officers/Police stations.

Assistant pastor, PBC Dimapur read scripture passages and invoked God’s blessings.

173 Bn CRPF Dimapur: Police commemoration day was observed at 173 Battalion CRPF, headquater at Airfield, Dimapur on October 21.

A press release by173 Battalion CRPF Dimpur stated that, Vishnu Gautam, commandant 173 Bn CRPF in his brief speech recalled the valour of courageous

police personnel who have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. He further recalled the supreme sacrifices by CRPF men while defending the borders with China on October 21, 1959 against the Chinese Army aggression at Hot springs in ladakh. He informed that during this incident, a small CRPF patrol party was ambushed and heavily outnumbered by the Chinese army, wherein 10 CRPF men had made su-

preme sacrifice in the line of duty. He also encouraged that every force personnel should inculcate and follow their acts of bravery so that they can inspire future generations. Programme was attended by all ranks and files of the unit.

13 NAP (IR) Bn Yajang C: 13 NAP (IR) Bn observed the day at battalion headquarter, Yajang-C, Mokokchung on October 21, led by commandant Lakha Koza.

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DIMAPUR: Deputy commissioner, Wokha Orenthung Lotha inaugurated bailing machine unit and commissioned the new JCB on October 21 at Wokha.

According to DIPR report, addressing at the inaugural function, the DC said that approach towards finding a solution to manage waste should be scientific as it can boost safety use of waste. He also said, segregation of waste was very important and essential as waste genMember of parliament (MP) Rajya Sabha, KG Kenye, also co- erated cause immense problem. He chairman, DISHA Nagaland & parliamentary standing committee further urged the citizens to separate on Food, Consumer Affairs & Public Distribution addressing DISHA waste such as wet and dry so that sanitation workers does not find it meeting at Phek on October 21. (PRO)

difficult to separate waste.

ADC and administrator Wokha Town Council (WTC), K. Mhathung Tsanglao who chaired the function said, the department of Urban Development has provided the machineries with the intention of beautifying the town and do to away with waste menace. Therefore, he urged the people to dispose waste properly to make the town free from environmental hazard.

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Tension grips Shillong as KSU puts up banners

S H I L L O N G / NONGPOH, Oct 21(Agencies): Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Wednesday said the state government is in the process of communicating with all the groups on the comments and allegations surrounding the Ichamati issue even as he reiterated that this is not a major issue, reports The Northeast Today.

“Of course, a few months back, it was a major issue but I think there are no such complications right now,” Sangma told media persons in Shillong on Wednesday.

He asserted that the government is trying to ensure that all these unnecessary comments made by different groups, both from the state and outside, can be resolved at the earliest.

“We are in the process of communicating and talking to everybody, along with the government of India. I don’t personally feel there is any major issue. By talking and communicating with every group, we should be able to normalise the situation,” the CM added.

Fresh controversy over the Ichamati issue was re-ignited following allegations of harassment to Bengali-speaking people in

A banner put up by KSU in Shillong.

Ichamati-Bholaganj under Meghalaya’s East Khasi Hills district, levelled by a section of people.

Representations on the same were also sent to President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Governor Satya Pal Malik recently.

KSU holds protest Earlier today, members of the Khasi Students’ Union (KSU), North Khasi Hills District (NKHD) took to the streets to protest and oppose the proposed visit of the National President of the All Bengalis’ Youths

and Students’ Association (ABYSA), Chandan Chatterjee to Meghalaya on October 21. The rally was undertaken following a proposal sent by Chatterjee to the Meghalaya government, seeking permission and security to visit Ichamati to take stock of the alleged harassment and atrocities meted out to the Bengali-speaking people in the villages bordering Bangladesh.

The KSU has asked the ABYSA not to aggravate the Ichamati issue and to refrain from incit-

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IMPHAL, Oct 21: A tribal student body in Manipur on Wednesday threatened to impose a two-day “interstate bandh” on October 26, pressing the state government to address their demands.

All Tribal Students’ Union, Manipur (ATSUM) has been pressing the state gover nment to conduct the due elections to the six ADCs in hill districts by October/November 2020 as scheduled by the government. The state has 10 hill districts out of which five were newly created. However, all the districts are still covered by the six ADCs –Churachandpur, Chandel, Ukhrul, Senapati, Tamenglong and Sadar Hills.

The terms of the ADCs expired in May last. However, a cabinet decision of the N Biren Singh government had deferred the elections till October-November by extending the terms for six months. When the state

government allegedly failed to take up necessary steps to hold the elections as per the schedule, ATSUM recently submitted memorandums to the state governor and chief minister, drawing their attention towards holding the elections in time.

“No positive response has come up till date,” ATSUM president Seiboi Haokip who set a four-day deadline to announce the election schedule for ADCs, said. Addressing a press conference at ATSUM office in Imphal, Haokip alleged that even as the due elections were scheduled for October-November, no steps were taken up to hold the elections by the state government till date.

The president of the apex body of tribal based student bodies claimed that the state election commission, responsible for the conduct of the elections and Hill Areas Committee of Manipur State Legislative Assembly had recently recommended the state govern-

ment to hold the elections by October-November 2020.

The state government should not suppress the democratic rights of the tribal people.

If the necessary notification for conduct of the elections was not issued on or before October 25, ATSUM will impose a 48-hour inter-state bandh from the next day (October 26), he announced. “We will also shut down all the ongoing national projects in the hill districts,” he said.

He added that, “This will be the first form of agitation and if the government addresses our demands, we will take further course of action. At that point of time, we will impose an indefinite inter-state bandh.”

He said that if the elections are to be conducted as per schedule (during October and November), it is high time to issue election notification, adding that the necessary notification should be issued within the next four days.

Tripura CM little Hitler: CPI(M) Baby among 30 slams Deb remark on communism new COVID cases A G A R T A L A , O CT 21 (PTI): Launching a stinging attack on Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb for asking BJP workers to uproot the “seeds of communists” from the state, the opposition CPI(M) has said history will not forgive this “little Hitler”.

The party also alleged that the BJP-IPFT gover nment under the “fascist” leadership has “trampled democracy” in the state.

“We are hearing the voice of a fascist. He cannot make such a statement when he is holding a constitutional post. History will not forgive this little Hitler,” the CPI(M) said in a statement on Tuesday.

Addressing a programme of the BJP workers in Dhalai district, Deb had recently said, “You must ensure that all communist ideas and thinking cease to exist in Tripura by 2023. This is your assigned task and I call upon you to perform it.”

Election to the 60member assembly is due in 2023.

Uprooting the “seeds

of communists” from the remotest corners of Tripura and spreading the “message of nationalism” and ideas of Prime Minister Narendra Modi should be the priority of all BJP activists and supporters in the state, Deb had said.

The CPI(M) accused the state government of using brute force to suppress voices of its leaders and workers.

“The BJP-IPFT government led by Deb has trampled democracy. In their current regime, they launched violent attacks on our activists and leaders. “ S e ve r a l C P I ( M ) party offices were burnt and many workers were murdered. False charges were framed against them.

The police personnel are reluctant to register complaints against offenders,” the statement said.

Deb had also asserted that there have been major positive changes towards development in Tripura since the BJP-IPFT coalition came to power in the state, and called upon party activists to highlight them on social media.

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Aizawl, Oct 21 (PTI): At least 30 people, including an eight-month-old baby, have tested positive for COVID-19 in Mizoram, taking the state’s tally to 2,310, a health department official said on Wednesday.

Of the fresh cases, 15 were reported from Aizawl, eight from Serchhip, five from Lunglei and two from Hnahthial district.

“Nine children, including an eight-monthold baby, are among new patients. All five cases from Lunglei are Border Security Force personnel,” the official said.

Twenty-three fresh COVID-19 patients were detected during contact tracing, while seven have travel history, he said.

Of the new cases, 24 are asymptomatic, the official said.

Mizoram now has 145 active cases, while 2,165 peoplehave recovered from the disease, he said.

A total of 98,852 samples have been tested for COVID- 19 in the state so far, he added.

ing communal hatred in the state.

“We, as a union, have come here to protest against the proposed visit of this man (Chandan Chatterjee), who spewed anti-Khasi comments, tarnishing the image of the Khasi community as a whole,” said President of the KSU-NKHD, Ferdynald K Kharkamni.

“We strongly oppose these kinds of people who tarnish the image of the Khasis without proof to substantiate their claims,” he added.

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Drugs, tiger teeth seized Correspondent Diphu Oct 21: Karbi Anglong police seized around forty thousand Ya- ba tablet from a truck coming from Manipur at Dilai police check gate on Wednesday morning. The international market price of the seized drugs is estimated at Rs 4 crore.

It may be stated here that Ya Ba tablets were formerly sold at filling stations and were commonly used by long-haul drivers to stay awake. After many terrible long-distance bus accidents, they were outlawed by the Thai government in 1970.

In another operation against wildlife poachers ,a team of elite police led by headquarter DSP Nahid Karishma arrested two poachers and recovered sixteen teeth believed to be of tigers in the vicinity of Diphu town. Both the arrested were produced before a judicial magistrate of Diphu court. According to information received operation against wildlife rustlers are on.

state government had written to the National President of ABYSA, recommending him not to visit Ichamati and stated that the government is fully aware of the situation and has already initiated necessary steps to alleviate the hardship faced by the local residents of Ichamati.

Meanwhile, in Shillong and Sohra, KSU members were seen putting up banners in and around the city and town, condemning the allegations levelled on the Khasi community by certain groups. These banners were, however, later taken down by the police.

“They were the ones who started by giving false information to the government of India and other central commissions; they wanted to paint a communal colour in the name of religion,” KSU general secretary Donald Thabah told TNT-The Northeast Today on Wednesday.

Thabah further clarified that the KSU has never objected to any religion.

“Puja or Eid festivals are being celebrated in the state. It is their belief and their personal relationship with God. They can carry on but what we are against is that they should not come and try to interfere

and take away our land which is rightfully ours,” he added.

Govt replies to NCPCR; says no harassment cases reported According to the report submitted by the state government to the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), there are no cases of harassment faced by the residents of Ichamati particularly the women and children. However, there were instances of economic hardship faced by residents of the area due to COVID19 pandemic. In a conversation with media persons on Wednesday, Home Minister Lahkmen Rymbui said, in a democratic country, everybody has the right to voice their opinion but it should not be at the cost of creating enmity and vitiating the atmosphere.

“We found that allegations are totally baseless and as of now, there is no law and order breakdown, no tension in Ichamati.

Residents, whether tribals or non-tribals are living peacefully,” he clarified.

Rymbui further stated that the government is very vigilant. “What is need to be done to protect the interest of the people of the state, that we have to do,” he added.

IMPHAL, Oct 21: Amid surging cases of COVID19 in Manipur, a leading government hospital on Wednesday announced three-day closure.

Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS) hospital in Imphal, one of the two biggest government run hospitals in Manipur will remain closed from 8 am of October 22 till 8 am of October 25.

While announcing the closure, an order of the JNIMS director stated that it was in view of the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic and to prevent further spread to health care professional (HCP) of the hospital and general public.

The order stated that all OPDs, casualty and all new admission in JNIMS will be stopped during the closure period.

During the period of closure, sanitization, fumigation and contact tracing and testing of all HCP in concerned wards, hostels, casualty and OT (operation theatre) will be done in public interest, it added.

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S I LC H A R ( A S S A M ) / AIZAWL, OCT 21 (IANS): The Home Secretaries of Assam and Mizoram on Wednesday agreed to maintain the status quo for resolving their fortnight-long border trouble and hold regular talks to prevent any further untoward incidents and sort out any irritants, officials said.

The meeting, held at an army camp close to Lailapur in Assam’s Cachar district along the inter-state boundary, was also attended by other senior officials from both states.

After the meeting, officials said that Assam Home Secretary Gyanendra Dev Tripathi asked his Mizoram counterpart Lalbiaksangi to withdraw her state police from Assam’s territory, as their presence has caused a fear psychosis in the minds of truckers and their helpers. Lalbiaksangi said that she would place the request before higher authorities, while urging him to first ensure movement of trucks laden with essential commodities stranded in Cachar district as soon as possible.

Tripathi assured that the Assam government and the district administration are persuading the owners and truckers to start move-

ment of trucks carrying essential goods so that people on other side of the border do not face hardship.

Briefing the media after the meeting, the Mizoram Home Secretary said that her government would ensure security to the truckers coming from Assam side and had requested the Assam government to start their movement as soon as possible. It also decided that both the states would provide security to the people living on both sides of the border.

Tripathi also asked Lalbiaksangi to bring to book the miscreants who burnt down huts and shops of around 20 people in Lailapur, and ensure that there is no encroachment in reserved forest areas.

The situation on the Assam-Mizoram border took an ugly turn since earlier this month with around 20 shops and houses burnt and over 50 people injured in the attacks and counter attacks by the people living along the borders on Saturday. Over 300 Mizorambound goods laden vehicles, mostly trucks, had stopped in Cachar as the drivers and owners refused to enter the state without adequate security.

Kaziranga National Park reopens after 7 months Guwahati, Oct 21 (PTI): The Kaziranga National Park (KNP), famed for one-horned rhinoceros, was opened to tourists on Wednesday, after being closed for seven months due to COVID-19 pandemic.

Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal formally reopened the KNP and expressed hope that this will revive the states tourism sector which has been severely hit by the pandemic.

The KNP remains shut for around five months every year since April-end during the monsoon season when floods also occur in the state. The Park was closed in March this year after the government imposed lockdown.

Sonowal said that unemployed youths in and around Kaziranga would find meaningful employment again through jeepsafari and other tourismrelated activities.

He said that the state government had provided a one- time financial as-

Assam CM Sarbananda Sonowal during a jeep safari inside the Kaziranga National Park after it was re-opened for visitors. ( PTI)

sistance to people engaged in the jeep safari to alleviate their economic stress brought by COVID-19.

The state government would take more such initiativesin future for providing succour to the people engaged in thetourism sector of the state, the chief minister said.

He asked the people of the five districts covered by the KNP and the local communities residing in

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down the hospital was taken up after 16 more health care professionals, including 14 doctors, tested positive for COVID, while two infected staff were OT technicians, an official source said.

The 16 fresh cases reported on Tuesday were apart from 107 HCPs of the hospital already infected , the source added.

The closure of the biggest government run hospital after RIMS was amid the grim COVID-19 situation in the state.

The state has been reporting more than 200 fresh cases everyday in the last few weeks, compelling the state government to consider reimposition a complete lockdown in the entire state.

After seeking advice of the pertinent Union ministries, state chief minister N Biren Singh is scheduled to review the alarming COVID-19 situation in the state on Thursday in a toplevel emergency meeting.

All ministers, members of the State Consultative Committee for COVID-19, Joint Committee of CSOs on Awareness, State COVID Task Force, and officials of the health department have

been invited to take part in the scheduled meeting.

Deputy commissioners of the most affected twin capital districts – Imphal West and Imphal East and representatives of the People’s Task Force on COVID19 will also attend the meeting, an official source said.

Meanwhile, the state’s COVID-19 casualty climbed to 124 after three patients – two females of 70 and 60 years and a male of 50 years – succumbed to the viral infections in the last 24 hours.

The state’s infection tally also rose to 16,276 as 214 (including six CAPF personnel) were detected in the last 24 hours (till 4 pm of October 21), according to an official report of the state health department.

All the 208 fresh cases from among the general populace were locally contracted cases as they have no significant travel history.

After 138 patients were discharged today, the recovered cases of the state also rose to 12,197 and the active cases stood at 3955. The recovery rate of the state reduced to 74.93% against 75.07% on Tuesday.

the surrounding areas of the park to extend full hospitality to the visitors coming from outside.

Sonowal also urged tourists to maintain all COVID-19 protocols while visiting the KNP and other places so that the spread of the pandemic can be contained.

The chief minister said that the state government was able to stop rhino poaching to a great

extent in the last four and half years and thanked the people of the nearby areas for extending their full cooperation in this regard.

Accompanied by Agriculture Minister Atul Bora, Water Resources Minister Keshab Mahanta and Industries and Commerce Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary, Sonowal went around the KNP in a jeep safari.

Dear Sister (Leri), You are one amongst the millions chosen

by God to have the privilege to celebrate your special day full of joy and happiness when the entire world is shocked and terrified. I'm really overjoyed to learn that today the clock of your age is attaining another level nicely crafted with love, mercy and blessings from Above. May you grow wiser as your undertake the journey of life. Happy birthday.

With warm wishes, Imti Lemtur.

Dear Ricky, May the Almighty go on to add more years of happiness and good health to your life. May you always see the beauty in this world and be encouraged to keep on pressing on regardless of the stumbling block or hurdles that stand in your way. Never give up because we see remarkable greatness in you. Happy Birthday!

Love from Daughters and Son, Sonin-laws and Daughter-in-law, Grandchildren, Happiness from Sisters and Brothers.

IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR :: NAGALAND S/C. NO. 478/20 NOTICE NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE UNDER PART-1 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925.

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late Temjenmongba Jamir has been applied by Smti. Rezenlepla, W/o Late Temjenmongba Jamir, R/o H.No. 52, Notun Bosti, Dimapur, Nagaland for possession of: 1. Pension Benefits., 2. SBI A/C 30094406247.

Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may if she/ he so desire appear in this court on or before the said day of 23rd Nov. 2020.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this the 21st Oct. 2020.

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Landslide at AP’s Kanaka Durga Senior BJP leader Khadse quits BJP for NCP temple; several trapped under debris says Devendra Fadnavis destroyed his life

MUMBAI, OCT 21 (PTI): Sulking since his unceremonious exit from the Devendra Fadnavis-led ministry in 2016, senior Maharashtra BJP leader Eknath Khadse on Wednesday quit the party and will join the Sharad Pawar-led NCP later this week.

Speaking to reporters, Khadse (68) blamed Fadnavis for “trying to destroy his life” and political career, over three decades of it spent in strengthening the BJP in Maharashtra.

NCP minister Jayant Patil said Khadse will join the NCP on Friday, ending prolonged speculation over the latter’s next political move. Khadse has been sulking after he had to resign from the Fadnavis-led ministry in 2016 over corruption allegations.

Patil, who is also the state NCP chief, said with the joining of a seasoned leader like Khadse, who was also former leader of opposition in the state Assembly, the NCP will be strengthened, particularly in north Maharashtra’s Khandesh region, from where Khadse hails. The seniormost minister in the Fadnavis ministry, Khadse resigned as revenue minister in 2016 over land grab allegations, and was since then largely sidelined in the BJP. Patil claimed “a lot of

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people” want to join the NCP. “As per my information, a lot of MLAs are in touch with him,” the minister said. He said he is sure the BJP will introspect as to why a senior leader like Khadse quit the party.

Asked about the role Khadse will be given in the NCP, Patil said, “The party will take a decision about it...he has consented to work under the leadership of Pawar saheb.”

E k n a t h K h a d s e ’s daughter-in-law Raksha Khadse is BJP’s Lok Sabha member from Raver seat in north Maharashtra.

Khadse lashed out at Fadnavis after quitting the BJP and claimed that the former chief minister instructed the police to implicate him in a fake harassment case.

Talking about how he “suffered” in the BJP, Khadse said, “The then

CM (Fadnavis) instructed police to register FIR against me on false allegation of harassment by a woman.

He said the case would be withdrawn later. Inquiries for corruption was initiated against me in which I came clean.”

Khadse said Fadnavis tried to destroy his (political) life. Responding to the charges levelled by Khadse against him, Fadnavis (50) said his former BJP colleague was speaking “half truth”. “If he had complaints about me, he would have told seniors of the party,” Fadnavis said.

Terming Khadse’s resignation as unfortunate, Fadnavis said, “It would have been better had he not resigned.”

“I will not speak about this today but will do so at a proper time,” Fadnavis said, adding Khadse had painted him a villain while making

the allegations against him.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said the BJP should think why are its foundation stones coming off when it is reaching the pinnacle of success.

Thackeray said Khadse is “definitely welcome” to the family of the ruling Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) comprising the Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress.

Thackeray said Khadse is among the leaders who expanded the BJP’s base in parts of the state along with Pramod Mahajan aind Gopinath Munde.

Khadse has a separate identity, is a fighter and a straight-forward leader, the Shiv Sena president said.

“We (Shiv Sena) left the NDA, the Shiromani Akali Dal also left the alliance recently. Now Khadse is also not with the BJP. Hence, the BJP should think about it. Being an old friend of the BJP, it is my duty to alert them,” he said.

Terming Khadse’s decision to quit the BJP unfortunate, Union minister Raosaheb Danve said the issues he had could have been resolved with time.

“Due to some reasons, he was away from the main flow of politics, but that doesn’t mean Khadse should leave the BJP. This is unfortunate,” Danve said.

“The party has received Khadse’s resignation. We tried to dissuade him, but our efforts were in vain.

We wish good luck for his political future,” state BJP’s chief spokesperson Keshav Upadhye said.

When asked about the future of Raksha Khadse in BJP, he said she has maintained that she will continue with the BJP and “we have no issues with it.”

Many BJP leaders in Maharashtra expressed shock and disappointment over Khadse’s decision to quit the party. BJP’s state unit chief Chandrakant Patil said, “We were hopeful that Khadse would stay with the party, until I received his resignation today.”

“We were optimistic about finding a solution through dialogue and move ahead irrespective of his disappointment with some leaders...I wish him good luck for his future journey,” he said. BJP’s former state unit chief Sudhir Mungantiwar said the party needs to think about why Khadse decided to quit.

“Khadse’s decision to leave the party has come as a major shock to the BJP’s state unit. He had worked for the growth of the party for several years. I think the party needs to think why such a senior leader decided to quit,”

Police personnel clear the debris after a landslide on the hilltop of Kanaka Durga temple, in Vijayawada, Wednesday. (PTI)

HYDERABAD, OCT 21 (AGENCIES): Panic ensued after a landslide at the famous Kanaka Durga temple in Andhra Pradesh’s Vijayawada on Wednesday.

Four, including at least two sanitation workers, are suspected to be trapped under the debris. Rescue and relief efforts are still underway.

According to inputs, several boulders rolled down Indra Keeladri hills in Vijayawada on Wednesday, crushing a shed at the Kanaka Durga Temple. This further led to panic among devotees leaving at least five injured.

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D Imtiaz and Commissioner of Police (Vijayawada) B Srinivasulu visited the spot while Civil Supplies minister K Srivenkateswara Rao and Gannavaram MLA V Vamshi are closely observing the rescue operation.

The incident comes hours before Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy’s visit to the hill shrine in Andhra Pradesh’s Vijayawada.

Celebration of the 10day Dasara festival at the hill shrine began on October 17. Also known as Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanams (SDMSD), the temple opened its doors

to devotees amid Covid-19 protocols.

Initial reports quote temple authorities as saying that only 1,000 devotees are being allowed to enter the temple each hour.

CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy is expected to offer ‘pattu vastrams’ to the deity at the shrine atop Indra Keeladri hills in Vijayawada. On this day, known as ‘Moola Nakshatram’, the goddess is worshipped as ‘Sri Saraswati Devi’. The chief minister’s visit has been postponed to later in the day owing to the landslide. More details are awaited.

Delhi’s IGI airport emerges safest amid Farooq questioned by ED for 5 hours in JKCA money laundering case COVID pandemic in global rating: DIAL

Delhi Airport has also become India’s safest airport to help control the spread of coronavirus. (AP/PTI)

eter’s list by scoring 4.6 along with Frankfurt Airport and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The Safe Travel Score is an industry-first rating initiative by Safe Travel Barometer, which assessed more than 200 airports on their implementation of coronavirus health and safety protocols during the

COVID-19 pandemic. Safe Travel Barometer is among the world’s largest and most comprehensive tools to monitor travellers’ health and safety protocols.

With this the Delhi Airport has also become India’s safest airport for various safety measures taken

by DIAL to help control the spread of coronavirus.

Why is PM silent on economic setbacks, Chinese intrusion and COVID crisis: Adhir

KOLKATA, OCT 21 (PTI): Questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “silence” on issues of economic setbacks, national security and the COVID-19 pandemic, West Bengal Congress chief Adhir Chowdhury on Wednesday said the Union government was a “failure” on all the three fronts.

Chowdhury, who is also the Leader of the Congress in Lok Sabha, alleged that the Centre was “sleeping” during Chinese intrusion in Ladakh, and sought to know why it was “apprehensive” of holding a discussion on the matter in Parliament.

“Why is Prime Minister Narendra Modi silent on issues related to the economy, national security and the COVID-19 pandemic?

He should speak up... On all these three fronts, the Union government has been a complete failure.

“The Centre, instead of accepting its failures, is busy hiding them by presenting misleading facts and figures to divert attention,” Chowdhury said at a press conference at Beharampore in Murshidabad district.

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The veteran Congress leader further pointed out that the International Monetary Fund (IMF), in its report, has stated that the pandemic has hit hard the country’s economy, and wondered if the central government would contradict the findings of the organisation. “During the last Parliament session, the Union government was apprehensive of holding a discussion on Ladakh and economy. What is there to hide? When the Chinese army was intruding into our territory, the government was sleeping.

“Our ar my fought bravely, and we are proud of it. But it is the failure of

the political leadership... the crisis was not handled well,” Chowdhury stated.

He said that the Centre’s “faulty policies” were to blame for the migrant crisis, following the outbreak of COVID-19, and cautioned that it was high time the Union government took steps to revive the economy.

“Crores of people lost jobs amid the pandemic.

The Centre has failed in controlling the situation. If our economy is doing well or even recovering, should we then say that the IMF is bringing out false reports?

Why is the government not contradicting IMF’s report, in that case?” he said The IMF had last week said that the Indian economy, severely hit by the coronavirus pandemic, is projected to contract by a massive 10.3 per cent this year.

However, it affirmed that the country is likely to bounce back with an impressive 8.8 per cent growth rate in 2021, thus regaining the position of the fastestgrowing emerging economy, surpassing China’s projected growth rate of 8.2 per cent.

NC President Farooq Abdullah leaves the Enforcement Directorate (ED) office in Srinagar, Wednesday. (PTI)

Abdullah had been called again on Wednesday to obtain some clarifications.

He was questioned for the first time in July last year in Chandigarh after the agency had registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act in 2018.

The officials said Abdullah’s statement was recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and he was asked about the procedures followed and decisions taken when he was the president

of the cricket body, the time when the alleged scam is said to have taken place.

The agency is expected to file a fresh charge sheet in the case soon, they said.

As Abdullah went for his second round of questioning, his son and former chief minister Omar Abdullah expressed his displeasure and tweeted the party statement on his father’s summons with the comment: “This on a day when my father turns 84!” NC spokesman Imran Nabi Dar issued

a statement expressing anger and said these tactics are only aimed at “browbeating” opposition leaders who raise their voice against the BJP’s “divisive politics”.

The party criticised the government for what it called an “agenda of cornering any voices of dissent”.

“How many times will BJP use CBI, ED, anticorruption bureau and its other agencies to browbeat opposition? The plot has become predictable. Anyone who speaks against the government or musters courage against its divisive politics will be hounded and summoned,” it said.

Terming these ED summons “calculated coercive measures”, Dar said that it is aimed at curtailing Farooq

Abdullah’s efforts to weave unity among mainstream political parties in JK. Calling the repeated ED summons as pressure tactics, he said, “What is it that ED forgot to ask during the six hours it interrogated an 83-yr-old Member of Parliament?”

The government and its agencies, the spokesperson said, has no consideration for a law-abiding citizen who is severely immuno compromised and diabetic.

The last round of questioning took place four days after Jammu and Kashmir’s mainstream political parties, including the NC and the PDP, met at Abdullah’s residence and formed the People’s Alliance for ‘Gupkar Declaration’.

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by Safe Travel Barometer, an industry-first rating initiative.

Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), a GMR-led consortium, in an official release said the Safe Travel Barometer has certified the Delhi Airport as the second safest airport for effective implementation of coronavirus health and safety protocols.

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SRINAGAR, OCT 21 (PTI): Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah, who turned 84 on Wednesday, was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate for five hours in connection with a multi-crore scam in the JK Cricket Association during 2002-11.

The National Conference president drove off after his questioning, for the second time in three days, at the ED office in Rajbagh here without talking to reporters waiting outside, unlike on Monday when he had asserted that he was prepared to answer all questions and was not worried about the case.

He was questioned for over six hours on Monday.

Abdullah’s National Conference (NC) criticised the government over his questioning, and said it was “yet another attempt to browbeat” the opposition.

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Big fight in Mumbai

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n the back foot from various quarters which had seriously maligned it, Mumbai Police has hit back by launching a spate of investigations and filing FIRs against several persons who were proactive through various media and purportedly at the behest of politicians. In a way, Mumbai Police finds itself hemmed in between political foes-BJP and the Maharashtra alliance of Shiv Sena,Congress and NCP. After CBI had finally admitted that the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput was by suicide and not murder, the Mumbai Police went all out against those who had vilified it. This indication came from Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh, who had announced an investigation into the “conspiracy” to malign the image of the Mumbai Police and the state government in connection with the case related to Sushant Singh Rajput’s death.

Not long after, Mumbai Police said it has registered two FIRs against many social media account holders and fake accounts for defaming the city police force.

Rashmi Karandikar, DCP-Cyber Cell, Mumbai Police disclosed that two FIRs were registered under IT Act against many social media account holders and fake accounts for defaming Mumbai Police Commissioner on different platforms like Twitter, Instagram & FB and using abusive language against him and the force. It was also reported that over 80,000 fake accounts were created across social media platforms on June 14, to discredit Mumbai Police probing Sushant Singh Rajput death case. Soon after the news broke, many netizens took Twitter and supported Mumbai Police while some criticised it. Responding to all these, Mumbai Police also registered an FIR against actor Kangana Ranaut and her sister Rangoli Chandel at Bandra, based on a private complaint filed before a metropolitan court.

Both were booked under sections pertaining to committing malicious or deliberate acts with the intention of outraging religious feelings of citizens, sedition, promoting enmity between different groups on grounds of religion, race, place of birth, residence or language and common intention of the Indian Penal Code. The other case in which Mumbai Police was embroiled in was the controversy involving The Republic TV over the fake TRP case. According to media reports, Republic TV’s Editor-in-chief Arnab Goswami had filed for quashing the FIR registered by Kandivali Police Station against him on October 6. The charges have been made under Sections 409 (criminal breach of trust by public servant, or by banker, merchant or agent), 420 (cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property), 120B (punishment of criminal conspiracy) and 34 (common intention) of the Indian Penal Code. The court had told Mumbai Police to first issue summons and also advised Arnab to appear and cooperate. Goswami also has a brush with Congress party when over 150 complaints were lodged against him at Shillong and across India after he was seen launching an extraordinary personal attack against Sonia Gandhi on his TV show. Fearing imminent arrest by cops in Mumbai, where he resides, Goswami had moved the Supreme Court, which entertained his plea out of turn and provided him three-week protection from the arrest. What is interesting is that, unfortunately, Mumbai Police finds itself on the same page with the ruling Maharashtra coalition government, both of which are under attack from the BJP.

DailyDevotion Impulsiveness or Discipleship?

But you, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith… —Jude 20

There was nothing of the nature of impulsive or thoughtless action about our Lord, but only a calm strength that never got into a panic. Most of us develop our Christianity along the lines of our own nature, not along the lines of God’s nature.

Impulsiveness is a trait of the natural life, and our Lord always ignores it, because it hinders the development of the life of a disciple. Watch how the Spirit of God gives a sense of restraint to impulsiveness, suddenly bringing us a feeling of self-conscious foolishness, which makes us instantly want to vindicate ourselves. Impulsiveness is all right in a child, but is disastrous in a man or woman— an impulsive adult is always a spoiled person. Impulsiveness needs to be trained into intuition through discipline.

Discipleship is built entirely on the supernatural grace of God. Walking on water is easy to someone with impulsive boldness, but walking on dry land as a disciple of Jesus Christ is something altogether different. Peter walked on the water to go to Jesus, but he “followed Him at a distance” on dry land (Mark 14:54). We do not need the grace of God to withstand crises— human nature and pride are sufficient for us to face the stress and strain magnificently. But it does require the supernatural grace of God to live twenty-four hours of every day as a saint, going through drudgery, and living an ordinary, unnoticed, and ignored existence as a disciple of Jesus. It is ingrained in us that we have to do exceptional things for God— but we do not. We have to be exceptional in the ordinary things of life, and holy on the ordinary streets, among ordinary people— and this is not learned in five minutes.

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~ Jonas Salk

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2020

Post-mortem

Economic policy needs to address those in greater distress

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he urban poor is still finding it difficult to return to work.

Targeting social safety nets towards them is necessary as the economy struggles to recover. While COVID-19 continues its assault on human lives, the Indian economy, after the devastation in the wake of the lockdown, is showing signs of recovering. Data from a variety of sources, such as exports and car sales, as well as data from NCAER’s Business Expectations Survey, point to the onset of a recovery. A new employment survey in the Delhi-NCR region, fielded

by NCAER, adds to this chorus. However, it also points to the unevenness of this recovery and the continued vulnerability of specific populations.

NCAER’s National Data Innovation Centre initiated a monthly telephone survey of men and women in the age group of 21-59 in March 2019 to improve the measurement of women’s work. The sample for the survey was drawn to be representative of the 31 districts falling within Delhi-NCR. This

includes both urban and rural areas, some as far away as Bharatpur and Jind. This survey would have ended in April this year, but with the onset of lockdown, after a brief hiatus, it was extended to measure the impact of the lockdown and its gradual relaxation.

Telephone interviews with about 2,200 adults, who were interviewed monthly between March 2019 and September 2020, paint an interesting picture. While every individual did not respond to each monthly survey, contrasting employment in the second quarter of the calendar year (AprilJune) and third quarter (July-Sept) for 2019 and 2020 for the same population, allows for robust yearon-year comparison.

Four obser vations from this study are noteworthy. First, the employment data shows definite signs of a recovery. Comparing employment patterns of individuals in 2019 and 2020 over the April to September period shows that a sharp decline in employment took place in the second quarter due to the lockdown as well as signs of a recovery since

the relaxation of the lockdown restrictions. For men, the worker-to-population ratio (WPR) in the second quarter fell from 88 per cent in 2019 to 62 per cent in 2020 — a fall of 26 percentage points. In contrast, in the third quarter of 2020, the WPR was only 5 percentage points below that in 2019. For women, the comparable decline was 16 percentage points in the second quarter, regaining most of this lost ground in the third quarter, and remaining only 2 percentage points below its 2019 level.

Second, self-employment has emerged as a protective force. Individuals engaged in farming and small household businesses have weathered the employment slowdown better than those engaged in salaried employment or those employed as casual labourers. Self-employment in the second quarter of 2020 was down by 12 percentage points for men and nine percentage points for women, but, by the third quarter, it had returned nearly to its 2019 levels for both men and women.

Microbusinesses experienced considerable distress in the early phase of the lockdown but they seem to be easing. In contrast, wage employment for men declined by 19 percentage points during the lockdown and remains about 7 percentage points lower in the third quarter; for women, comparable figures are 10 and two percentage points below the 2019 figures for second and third quarters respectively, though women start from a much lower level of participation in wage work.

Third, the immediate and lingering impact of the lockdown has been uneven, and larger employment declines are observed in urban areas. The year-on-year WPR difference for urban men was 35 percentage points in the second quarter and 10 percentage points in the third quarter. While for rural men, the deficit was 15 percentage points in the second quarter, down to two percentage points in the third quarter — an almost complete recovery.

Fourth, individuals at the bottom of the income pyramid have been affected

by job losses far more than the individuals at the top of the income pyramid and this difference is striking in cities. The WPR dropped by a whopping 44 percentage points in the second quarter and remains 13 percentage points below its 2019 levels in the third quarter for urban men who were in the bottom three quintiles of the household asset ownership before the pandemic. In contrast, for the top two quintiles, the decline was 27 percentage points in the second quarter, rising thereafter to remain only 8 percentage points below their 2019 levels in the third quarter.

Even as the threat of the disease persists, DelhiNCR, significantly affected

by COVID-19 early on, is showing signs of an economic recovery. However, this recovery is uneven and the most vulnerable urban residents seem to be the last to recover. They were also the ones most affected during the lockdown. As the Delhi-NCR Coronavirus Telephone Surveys (DCVTS) show, the urban poor, particularly the urban informal sector workers,

showed the greatest signs of distress during the lockdown and reported greater hunger, indebtedness and an inability to pay rent.

The vir ulence and spread of COVID-19 have justified the early preventive actions taken by the government. As large parts of the country struggle to contain the pandemic, the experience of DelhiNCR holds important lessons. Social safety nets like MGNREGA and PM Kisan have historically been targeted towards rural residents. While a rural bias makes sense under normal conditions, the lockdown has disproportionately affected urban workers, particularly wage workers who had few assets to begin with. The urban poor is still finding it difficult to return to work.

Targeting social safety nets towards them is necessary as the economy struggles to recover. These findings add to the urgency of thinking about an urban employment programme analogous to MGNREGA. Sonalde Desai, Neerad Deshmukh, Santanu Pramanik

Self-reliance and the patient The specter of fading sparrows

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ake in India should prices of these raw materials from the domestic raw mateuring this pandemic period it was by the Assam Government’s handling not restrict patients’ produced in India. Yet, these rial providers, however, has so fearfully spoken about when of the situation. During this period of access to medicines companies claim to be com- hit the production capacity it was yet to reach our home havoc, a cultural organization rose to that are available at com- petitive in terms of pricing of companies manufacturing petitive prices. India set the compared to outside players affordable versions. With the state. Around this time some villages in the occasion, protesting against governagenda of self-reliance in the and are asking the govern- result, the patients have little the Western Angami areas of Kohima ment inaction in solving the plight of pharma sector by declaring ment to re-impose the anti- access to the more affordable District were also murmuring about the people and aggressively went about 2015 as the “Year of APIs”. dumping duty which expired medicines as companies are another specter. I came across some vil- demanding relief.

Since then, the country has last month. They claim, as unable to cater to the de- lagers in my areas discussing about the The Mizo Cultural Society was been trying to reduce exter- per reports, China is flood- mand because of inadequate vanishing sparrows which otherwise was formed in 1955, but by 1960 it had been nal dependence for its Active ing the Indian market with supplies. The patients end up so common throughout the year. renamed as Mizo National Famine Front Pharmaceutical Ingredients Vitamin C medicines. They buying the costlier version of The Covid pandemic has wreaked (MNFF) on account of their role dur(APIs) requirement. In 2019, further argue that when Vitamin C that comes under India still imported 68 per they can meet the needs of the purview of FSSAI. The havoc across this unmindful world sud- ing the famine in the hills. By 1961, the cent of its APIs, mostly pharmaceutical companies next question is—if Make in denly and Nagaland though not as af- MNFF became MNF on October 22, from China. What does this in India at a competitive India was about affordable fected as was feared, has left its impact 1961 and had reorganized itself as an tell us? The contours of a price, there is no need for solutions, why are the ris- and people need to be aware and take insurgent outfit demanding autonomy self-reliant India will take its India to import raw materi- ing costs of these APIs not necessary precautions, but that another for the Mizo hills, with Laldenga as time to unveil and we need to als from China. regulated? How is it fair to ghost was the vanishing sparrows. Vil- its president. In the midst of the secesstrengthen domestic manuBut are these prices regulate the price of the end lagers of Khonoma and Mezoma were sionist wave that ran strong across the facturing before “promising really competitive? And do product, when raw material talking about whether sparrows are there state in the 1960s, the MNF launched a big”. Today, the manufactur- these manufacturers actually price hikes are at the discre- in their respective village or not. I was major uprising against the government in ing hubs in the pharmacy have enough to meet local tion of the suppliers? When of the world that India is, demand? Price of Vitamin C the idea of a self-reliant In- already in Nagaland by 21st of March March 1966 and fought the state for close are taking a hit. Take, for API and its derivatives have dia rests on the grounds of in Nagaland, luckily just a night away to two decades to establish a sovereign instance, Vitamin C; there more than doubled within affordability and accessibil- from the total closure in Meghalaya, to state for the Mizos.

The insurgent was suppressed only has been a steep rise in the the country. For example, ity, why are the patients de- witness the emptiness in my rooftops at cost of raw materials used to the price of Sodium Ascor- nied access to something as home where sparrows chirps early in the after heavy handedness. Air power was manufacture this immunity- bate was around Rs. 500-600 basic as a Vitamin C tablet? morning proclaiming a new dawn. said to have used by the government of boosting medicine. per kg till February-March Importantly, the domestic Weeks and months pass by and I India for the first time to suppress the The Vitamin-C supple- 2020. Post March, when industry has had 22 years to saw only one sparrow in between my stay insurgent movement of Mizoram. It led ment is available under two the country was hit by the get its act together as that is in the village. Old timers and legend of to the creation of the State of Mizoram categories — as an essential pandemic, the Indian pro- when the anti-dumping law medicine and a food supple- ducers have started quoting came into force. In today’s folklore has it that if sparrows disappear in 1987.

Different tribes of North East and ment. Hence, the difference a price @1,400 per kg, more era of globalisation, such a in your village there is fear of famine. in the prices of brands avail- than double. The price of draconian law does not serve Nature has its own way of predicting probably the whole of indigenous people able in the market. Let’s the intermediate, imported well for the country. A topic things. The Japanese were said to have around the world still have different perlearnt to detect earthquake by observing ception of nature and its proclamation. understand this with an from China, has not gone worth considering. example. Take, for instance, up as much. The price of For India to lead its the movement of a nascent insect called It’s already almost two months since I the much-in-demand Limcee Sodium Ascorbate from people into a safe healthcare Ladybird. Now, is it that the vanishing came back to Meghalaya but my mother and Celin. These medicines China should be around Rs paradigm, we will have to sparrows are trying to remind us of a told me one evening that the sparrows are recognised as essen- 750-800 per kg at the current create policies that foster ac- different future? It might not be so grim. has not returned. tial drugs, therefore clas- price of the intermediate. cessibility and affordability.

The article does not mean to predict sified under the National Further, if Indian companies Make in India should not But can we ignore it?

Back in our neighboring state of a doomsday but it is always good to take List of Essential Medicines have enough to meet the de- restrict our patients’ access (NLEM) under price control. mand, what is the rationale to medicines that are other- Mizoram we witness history of famine note of the signs of nature. When the They fall under the purview to double the price — is it not wise available at affordable with signs given by nature. Before the cows mow and the frogs’ croak our ancesformation of the Mizoram state in 1987, tors will say there will be rainfall. They of Drugs Controller General a case of taking advantage of prices. of India (DGCI) and the the current pandemic where The focus should be the Mizo-dominated areas were a part of have lived with nature and understand National Pharmaceuticals the demand for Vitamin C to address the issues that the Mizo district of the Assam state as the ways of nature. Meanwhile there is Pricing Authority. Currently, has gone up? we have, instead of impos- was all other North Eastern States. In still hope; sparrows might be migrating the price of Limcee is Rs This move has impact- ing restrictive policies. Is- 1959, a cyclic ecological phenomenon not so far. My friend from Maram (Ma1.67 per tablet. ed the cost of production sues such as improving the The other side of the of Vitamin C produced by healthcare infrastructure, called Mautam leads to widespread nipur) says there were lots of sparrows coin is the Vitamin C supple- pharmaceuticals companies building a strong primary famine in this region. It was said that in her village last summer. ments that fall under the in India. With the result, the healthcare system, having the famine occurs after bamboos started Dr. Petevilie Chasie, Loyola purview of Food Safety companies under the pur- facilities to bring more doc- flowering. When such a famine started in College, Williamnagar, East Garo and Standards Authority of view of FSSAI can possibly tors and healthcare workers 1959, the Mizos were left disappointed Hills, Meghalaya India (FSSAI), where the afford these raw materials into the system, investment drug is treated as a supple- and subsequently charge any into research and development and the manufacturers amount of money they want ment, and digital health. enjoy the liberty of unregu- from consumers because These are the real issues to lated pricing and can freely they are not subject to price be addressed. increase their prices. Many control. On the other hand, The pandemic has new companies have also the manufacturers of Vita- exposed many realities of launched their brands in min C under price control India’s pharmaceutical inthe last few months as food are facing issues in produc- dustry. From underlining supplements, given the in- ing abundant affordable the serious fault line in the creased demand during the medicines for the consumers global pharmaceutical supcurrent pandemic, and these because of this enhanced ply chain, to revealing our are priced multiple times that cost of raw materials by increased costs of APIs, Sir, It is just a revelation of one’s own mistake when the state government said, of the NLEM brands (up to domestic suppliers. To add and inadequate supplies that there was an excess of around 11,000 government teachers in the state. Had Rs.12.25 per tablet in some to that, with the increase in cases). demand, domestic compa- of reasonably priced medi- there been no backdoor appointment by the government, there won’t be any isWhen we speak about nies are anyway not able to cines to patients. Isn’t it sue regarding excess teachers nor will it burden the state exchequer. Having said the API supplies for Vi- supply adequate amounts of counterproductive to the that, It is very disheartening to see those qualified teachers of RMSA appointed in tamin C, there are just a the raw material. It must be entire purpose of providing 2016, through advertisement NO.NLD/RMSA/APPT-R/2013, vide post creation handful of companies who noted that the manufacturers affordable healthcare to the NO.DSE/RMSA-UPGRADATION/2011, had to face such dissimilar treatment can supply raw materials, of low-cost NLEM drugs people of India? Therefore, without any pay scale, allowances, increment etc., on the other hand, those teachworking under the ‘Make in are obligated under laws there is a dire need for policy ers who were appointed illegally by the government themselves are enjoying all India’ banner. They are not to make the drugs avail- intervention, where impos- the service benefits. Nevertheless, to solve this problem the government should regulated under the NPPA able to consumers unlike ing anti-dumping duty is take drastic measures and terminate all the backdoor appointees and pave way for guidelines as the body does the manufacturers of food not a solution. It is more important to set things right those recruited through advertisement. Instead of making lame excuses over excess not regulate the prices of supplements. teachers to sideline SSA and RMSA genuine issue.

APIs or raw materials. There The pricing structure internally first.

Gajendra Singh Renbemo L Patton, Former president (NRMSATA-2016) has been an increase in the and inadequate supplies 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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forces being modernised to Rajnath calls BJP-JD(U) alliance as ‘superhit’ Police tackle new challenges: Amit Shah

7 Bills passed on day 3 of Punjab Vidhan Sabha session

Akali MLAs protest over post-matric scholarship scam CHANDIGARH, OCT 21 (AGENCIES): As many as seven Bills were passed on the day three of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha session, which began amid protest by the Akali Dal MLAs in the Well of the House.

The MLAs protested over the post-matric scholarship scam and soon staged a walkout.

Later, members of the Lok Insaaf Party also joined them in the protest outside the House.

The House adjourned sine die. The disbursal of Rs 248.11 crore out of the Rs 303 crore, which was released in three parts by the Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment in February 2019 and March 2019, had come under scanner. The Centre had released the payment on the basis of the reimbursement claims received from the Social Welfare Department for fiscal years 2015-2016 and 2016-2017 when the SADBJP was in power.

In the departmental probe report submitted to the Chief Secretary on Au-

Captain Amarinder Singh during Punjab Parl session.

gust 24, the disbursal of Rs 248.11 crore is under the scanner. Of this, the department disbursed Rs 39 crore to “ghost” institutions as the records of the distribution of the amount are missing.

Another Rs 16.71 crore

was wrongly disbursed to private educational institutions despite the Finance Department during its audit pointing out recovery of Rs 8 crore from the institutions which had been illegally given the scholarship amount.

Willing to resign if Centre thinks it’s rebellion to pass laws in farmers’ interest: Amarinder

Punjab Chief Minister Capt Amarinder Singh said he was willing to be dismissed or would resign if the Centre felt his passing the Bills against the three central farm laws was an act of rebellion. Capt Amarinder was talking to the media after the three-day Assembly session ended on Wednesday. “I have resigned earlier too and have no qualms in resigning again to defend the interests of Punjab’s farmers,” he said. The CM also defended his Cabinet colleague Sadhu Singh Dharamsot and reiterated his earlier stand regarding the post-matric scholarship scam, claiming the minister was not involved in any wrongdoing. “There is no question of seeking his resignation,” he said.

(lamp, the symbol of RJD) is over, it is now the era of LED bulb under Prime Minister Narendra Modi,” Singh said.

He also spoke at length a b o u t va r i o u s we l f a r e schemes of the Modi government such as Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana.

Singh said welfare schemes of the Modi government not only empowered the poor and the downtrodden but also raised their standard of living.

Singh, the former presi-

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Dimapur roads in dire need of maintenance

Today, many potholes have become visible as the state of disrepair has led to major deterioration.

Had filling up of a few potholes a year back been done, then the road’s condition would not have deteriorated so much.

When contacted officials of PWD roads and bridges (R&B), claimed that the department, during the past three years, has been undertaking repair, reconstruction, upgradation and construction of 32 roads and bridges in and around Dimapur.

They threw in statistics such as taking up of 29 projects in the past three weeks comprising of roads and four bridges.

While most road construction and repairing works were complete, some are ongoing, they added.

The officials said the bailey bridge at 4th Mile connecting Nuiland had been completed, while the RCC bridge over river Dhansiri at Nagarjan would soon be complet-

Chinese soldier held in Ladakh’s Demchok released of troops by the two militaries in the region following the border standoff.

On Monday night, spokesperson for the Western Theatre Command of the PLA, senior colonel Zhang Shuili had said, “China hopes that India will hand over soon the Chinese soldier who got lost in China-India border areas on the evening of October 18 when helping local herdsmen retrieve a yak at their

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NEW DELHI/BEIJING, OCT 21 (PTI): The Chinese soldier, who was apprehended by the Indian Army in the Demchok sector of Eastern Ladakh on Monday, has been handed over to China, official sources said on Wednesday.

Cor poral Wang Ya Long was handed over to the Chinese military on Tuesday night at ChushulMoldo border point in eastern Ladakh, the sources said in New Delhi.

T h e I n d i a n A r my on Monday had said that the Chinese soldier had “strayed” across the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Demchok sector.

In Beijing, a statement by the Chinese Ministry of Defence said, “According to the relevant agreement between China and India, the Chinese PLA soldier, who went missing while helping local herdsmen find the lost yak near the ChinaIndia border on Sunday, has been returned to the Chinese border troops by the Indian Army early on the morning of October 21, 2020”.

The incident had come amid a massive deployment

request”.

Both Indian and Chinese armies have deployed over 50,000 troops each along the LAC in eastern Ladakh including in the Demchok sector following escalation of the five-monthlong military standoff that began in early May. The incident occurred at a time when India and China are preparing to hold another round of Corps Commander-level military

talks later this week with a focus on carrying forward their discussions on the disengagement process in Eastern Ladakh. The two sides have so far held seven rounds of high-level military talks on the border faceoff.

The seventh round of talks was held on October 12.

There was no breakthrough on the disengagement of troops from the friction points so far.

ed. They admitted that though the department had set May 2020 as the completion date, COVID19 pandemic had slowed down the progress as there was shortage of manpower and construction materials.

When asked about the bridge in Super Market area connecting Purana Bazar, officials said that department of urban development was in charge of the bridge.

The officials further requested residents to approach PWD (R&B) without any hesitation in case of any complaint over roads under its jurisdiction for rectification.

It was also pointed out that all roads in Dimapur were not under the jurisdiction of PWD (R&B) such as - national highway from Dillai to Dhobinala Road.

They said Marwari Patti area, was under the jurisdiction of PWD (NH). There are also all roads maintained by urban local bodies (colony roads) like East Dimapur,

dressed.

He lauded the police personnel for ensuring internal and border security in the country with their vigilance.

He said a total of 35,398 police and CAPF personnel have laid down their lives in the line of duty till now, with 264 making the supreme sacrifice in the past year.

Shah also remembered the 343 personnel who died due to COVID-19 and said the police personnel continued to render their duty to help people and donated blood and plasma to coronavirus affected patients despite the raging pandemic.

“The coronavirus challenge was unthinkable and nobody knew how to battle it,” he said.

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Duncan Basti, Oriental Colony, etc, which are under the jurisdiction of Urban Development department.

On the other hand, PWD (NH) officials claimed that mainte nance of road (filling up of potholes) from Hotel Tragopan point to Dhobinalla was carried out twice during in May and June, including the road from Dhobinalla to Dilai gate.

They maintained that major developmental work could not be carried out due to lack of funds.

They said regional officer of Union Ministry of Road, Transport & Highways, Guwahati, visited Dimapur on September 5 to inspect roads, during which asked PWD (NH) to prepare a detailed project report (DPR).

The regional officer also asked the department to prepare DPRs for black topping the road from Dilai gate to Dhobinalla and for cemented pavement for Dhobinalla till new flyover.

NEW DELHI, OCT 21 (PTI): The BJP has made elaborate arrangements for the live-viewing of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's virtual address to the people of West Bengal at 12 noon on Thursday in every polling booth across the state's 294 Assembly constituencies.

Modi is scheduled to share his "Pujor Shubecha" (Puja greetings) message with the people of the state on Thursday, when Durga Puja celebrations start there.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) sources said they have made arrangements across the state for more than 25 party workers and voters to watch the address in each of the over 78,000 polling booths while adhering to

social-distancing norms.

In the run-up to the prime minister's address, there will be a cultural programme at the Eastern Zonal Cultural Centre (EZCC) in Kolkata from 10 am on Thursday in the presence of senior West Bengal BJP leaders, they said.

The state BJP has made arrangements to telecast the exercise live.

West Bengal is scheduled to hold the Assembly polls in the first half of the next year. The BJP has emerged as the main challenger to the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and has been exuding confidence that it will end Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's 10-year-old reign in the state.

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It could be debated whether he has done enough work or less work or more was required to be done, but there can be no debate on their integrity,” Singh said.

Singh said no one can point a finger at Kumar on the issue of corruption.

Taking potshots at the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), Singh, speaking in local Bhojpuri language, said ‘lalten’ has cracked and its oil has leaked and nothing will work now.

“The era of lalten

“We have prepared a comprehensive modernisation programme for the police, and I am hopeful that in the coming days the Modi government will prepare them (police personnel) to meet these challenges,” he said. He said the government is bringing in technology to make the country’s borders “impregnable” and detailed preparations are being made on this subject.

The use of technology and the promptness of troops will go hand-in-hand and “we will be able to better secure our borders”, he said.

Shah also said that the government was “going to do many things” so that the deficiency in availability of police personnel per one lakh population is ad-

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“People have seen the 15-year rule of ‘lalten’ (RJD’s poll symbol lantern) and they have also seen the development of Bihar during the BJP-JD(U) alliance government. The performance of these two governments cannot be compared. The state has got transformed under the NDA government,” Singh said.

Praising Nitish Kumar and his deputy chief minister Sushil Modi of BJP, Singh said there are no charges of corruption against them.

“I am not making this

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Rajnath Singh addresses a gathering during an election meeting, ahead of the Bihar Assembly Elections, at Kahalgaon in Bhagalpur district, Wednesday. (PTI)

dent of BJP said the party has delivered on its promises after coming to power.

Speaking about the soldiers of the Bihar Regiment who sacrificed their lives during a violent standoff with Chinese soldiers at the Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), Singh said he salutes the people of the state for their bravery.

“You all know what happened at Galwan Valley, it was Bihar Regiment soldiers who saved the pride of our motherland. They sacrificed their lives and I thank all of you for their sacrifice,” Singh said.

Singh is scheduled to address at least 18 rallies in Bihar in six days spanning over all three phases of the assembly elections.

Polls for the 243-member Bihar assembly will be held in three phases -- October 28, November 3 and November 7 -- and the counting of votes will take place on November 10.

The BJP-JD(U) combine is pitted against the grand alliance of the RJD, the Congress and Left parties. Some other smaller parties are also in the fray.

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KAHALGAON (BIHAR), OCT 21 (PTI): Calling the BJP-JD(U) partnership in Bihar as “superhit” as the opening pair of Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag in cricket, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday said one can debate on the quantum of development done by Nitish Kumar, but no one can point a finger at the chief minister on the issue of corruption.

Singh also attacked the opposition, saying the people had also witnessed the 15-year tenure of the RJD government in the state and can well understand the difference between the “misrule” of that time and the good governance of the Nitish Kumar-led alliance government.

Addressing a rally here in Bhagalpur district ahead of assembly polls beginning October 28, Singh said, “The alliance of the BJP and the JD(U) is as superhit as the opening pair of Sachin and Sehwag of the Indian cricket team.”

He said the alliance government has provided basic facilities of electricity, road and water, which Bihar lacked for decades.

NEW DELHI, OCT 21 (PTI): The government is undertaking a comprehensive modernisation programme to prepare the country’s police and paramilitary forces for newer challenges in terrorism, cybercrime and border security, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said here on Wednesday.

Shah laid a wreath at the National Police Memorial in Chanakyapuri to pay homage to the slain policemen and addressed a joint column of police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) on the occasion of Police Commemoration Day. The day is observed in memory of 10 CRPF personnel who were killed in an ambush by Chinese troops in 1959 in Ladakh’s Hot Spring area.

Armies of the two countries are currently locked in a military standoff in the Ladakh area.

“The work of police is witnessing new challenges and new dimensions in the areas of terrorism, fake currency, narcotics control, cybercrime, arms smuggling and human trafficking.

“It is a challenge to prepare the police forces for the new dimensions that have emerged in the last 2-3 decades,” Shah said.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2020

Dmu observes global IDD prevention day

DIMAPUR: Pangti Village Council (PVC) and Amur Falcon Roosting Area Union (AFRAU) during a joint co-ordination meeting held on October 18 at community hall, Pangti, decided not to entertain/ allow any visitor to Amur Falcon roosting site, with the exemption of the Forest officials, media and documentary.

A press release by AFRAU president N. Thungbemo Shitiri and PVC chairman, Jenithung N. 9th IRBN “Daring Ninth” officers and men pray before leaving Dimapur to poll-bound Shitiri stated that, this decision Bihar. “Let’s all remember them in our prayer for their safety, until they return back was taken since its demand to home,” @DGP_Nagaland tweeted on Wednesday. change/remove the nomenclature “Amur Falcon roosting site” has not been intimated by the concern department even after the lapse of one year.

DC Kohima appeals general public: Deputy commissioner and district election While any kind of develop- officer, Kohima Mohammed Ali Shihab. A, has informed general public that any mental activities in Wokha and Na- offer of cash, liquor, gift items or free food to the electors during election process galand in general was welcomed, was a bribe. Both the persons offering and accepting such bribes were liable for the release stated that it should not punishment with imprisonment up to one year and fine. DC further informed be at the cost of hardwork/sacri- that Flying Squads and Surveillance Teams have been formed to keep watch fice by misusing the hard earned over such activities and to check movement of items meant for inducement of tag “Falcon capital of the world electors, during election process DC has appealed that any member of public Pangti village” as declared by the may inform such incidents of bribe to the Control Room at 0370- 2290226 or international community as it was toll free District Contact Centre at 0370-2291285. DC also informed the political the only roosting site in Wokha parties, candidates and general public that for election related matters in condistrict. nection with the by-election to the 14 Southern Angami I (ST) AC, a District It also stated that AFRAU Contact Centre with toll free number - 1950 has been set up in the office of the squad would be deployed at stra- deputy commissioner and district election officer Kohima. tegic location to check any illegal activities till the bird recede to its KSSU 66th year-cum-thanksgiving service: Kohima Sümi Students’ Union migratory route and to maintain (KSSU) will be commemorating its 66th year-cum-thanks giving service on the zero killing status achieved October 31, 10 a.m at Mount Olive College Kohima auditorium hall. Two since 2013. It also warned that any members from every unit have been directed to attend the programme. Wearing masks is mandatory for everyone and all SOPs will be strictly adhered. All individual found using drone at unit’s president/representative, advisors and executives have been requested roosting site would be dealt with to attend positively. stern action.

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Participants along with CMO office staff during the IDD prevention day on October 21.

DIMAPUR: Dimapur district observed global Iodine Deficiency Disorder (IDD) prevention day across the district on October 21.

A press release by CMO office Dimapur stated that, deputy CMO, Dr. Antoly Suu as resource person sensitised stated that an adult person required only 150 micrograms of iodine

for normal growth, development and functioning of both the brain and the body. She informed that without enough iodine, a newborn’s brain and body could become permanently stunted thus, it was important to consume only iodized salt.

She further stated that sale of non-iodized salt for

human consumption was a punishable offence and the department takes stern measures to enforce the law. She added that traders must label non-iodized salt for animals and farms as “not for human consumption”.

CMO Dimapur, Dr. Mereninla Senlem urged participants to consume

only iodized salt and to spread the information to their families, friends and neighbors. Meanwhile, participants pledged to consume only iodized salt and ASHAs in villages demonstrated how to test if their salt contained iodine.

Traders and store keepers of iodized salt will also be sensitized.

SDEO office inaugurated in Dhansiripar SAKK consultative meeting MKWO extends support to Naga solution on illegal transfer of teachers

Deputy commissioner and DEO Kohima Mohammed Ali Shihab. A, while interacting with the intending candidates informed that there were a total number of 22 polling stations and a total number of 13,641 electors. He said that poll will be taken between the hours of 6 a.m to 4 p.m on November 3, 2020. He also requested the attendees to sensitise the citizens that all COVID-19 related guidelines such as maintaining social dis-

tancing, wearing of mask, hand wash or sanitizer will be mandatory during the public gatherings or rallies.

He sought full co-operation from all the candidates for the successful, free, fair, safe and peaceful conduct of election. He informed that 2nd randomization of EVM and VVPAT will be conducted on October 26 and requested all the political party representatives for by-election to 14 Southern Angami- I AC to attend the same.

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DIMAPUR: Expenditure observer (EO) held a meeting with all the intending candidates for by- election to 14 Southern Angami- I on October 21 at DC conference hall Kohima.

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Pointing out that ‘Indo-Naga’ political issue has taken heavy toll with unaccounted death, pain and untold miseries, the MKWO also stated that “blood, sweat and tears we have seen enough in defense of our historical and political rights.”

MKWO also expressed hope under the leadership of prime minister Narendra Modi, “who is the brain behind the Framework Agreement” to take the talk forward to the final agreement that was honorable and acceptable.

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had donated to the Community Health Centre (CHC), Dhansiripar on October 21.

Speaking on the occasion, Azheto Zhimomi said that it was the people of the area who have to take care of the facilities and services

legal transfers of teachers, the meeting also directed the village authorities not to issue NOC certificate, “failing which, they would be held responsible for any problem that may arise in the future.”

SAKK also directed the department to cancel the transfer and redeployment orders and abstain from doing so in the near future and that “department shall be held solely responsible for any problem that may arise in the near future, regarding the transfer with post of teachers cases.”

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DIMAPUR: The sub-divisional education office (SDEO) of Dhansiripar sub-division was inaugurated by Azheto Zhimomi, MLA, 3 Dimapur-III A/C. He also flagged off a brand new ambulance which he

DIMAPUR: The Sümi Aphuyemi Kiphimi Küqhakulu (SAKK) held a consultative meeting with the unit presidents from 24 villages of Sümi Aphuyemi on October 16 at Pughoboto.

A press release by SAKK president Itova Shohe and general secretary, Kahoshe Wotsa stated that, meeting deliberated on the “transfer with post” of teachers within its jurisdiction which was happening frequently.

While the resolution has been collectively made to fight against those il-

DIMAPUR: The Mongleu Kamdi Women’s Organization (MKWO) Peren, during its meeting held on October 7 has unanimously extended support to the Framework Agreement as the basis to bring Naga solution for a long lasting peace and tranquility over Nagalim.

A press release by MKWO secretary K. Roseline asserted its stand for Naga flag without which “we lose our political identity and yehzabo (constitution) without which we lose our birth right.”

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Azheto Zhimomi inaugurating the office of SDEO Dhansiripar on October 21.

provided by the government. He also urged the officers and staff posted at Dhansiripar sub-division to be sincere and stationed in their posting place.

He thanked advisor of School Education, K. T. Sukhalu for enabling the inauguration of SDEO office at Dhansiripar. In regard to the ambulance, Azheto was of the view that the ambulance would be judiciously utilised for the welfare of public. Reflecting on the NPF party’s decision to withdraw from the Joint Legislature Forum, he also pointed out that NPF has stood and will continue to stand for solution to Naga political issue.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2020

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12 women dead in Afghanistan stampede for Pakistan visas

NATO chief rules out rushed, early exit from Afghanistan is America’s longest war and NATO’s biggest and most challenging operation ever is also an extremely sensitive issue for the military personnel involved and their families. Last week, Trump’s national security adviser said the number of US troops would shrink to 2,500 early next year.

He suggested that Trump’s tweet that all forces should be home by Christmas was more a wish than reality. US commanders say the plan is to reduce the US presence to 4.500 by November. NATO diplomats expect troops to still be in Afghanistan until at least the middle of next year.

On Monday, the U.S. special envoy to Afghanistan warned that “distressingly high” levels of violence, notably in the Taliban stronghold of Helmand province. threaten to derail peace talks being held in the Qatari capital, Doha, “The Taliban must live up to their commitments, significantly reduce the levels of violence, and pave the way for a ceasefire.

They must break all ties with al-Qaeda and other international terrorist groups. And they must negotiate in good faith,” Stoltenberg said.

KABUL, OCT 21 (IANS): At least 12 women were trampled to death and 12 others injured during a stampede which occurred while a high crowd had gathered in Afghanistan’s Jalalabad city on Wednesday to collect Pakistani visas, officials said. The incident occurred near the Pakistan Consulate, TOLO News quoted Attaullah Khogyani, a spokesman for the Nangarhar provincial government, as saying.

Hundreds of people gather for Pakistani visas outside the Consulate on a daily basis, with some even spending the whole night waiting in line. Reacting to the incident, Mansoor Ahmad Khan, Pakistan’s ambassador to Afghanistan, tweeted: “Deeply saddened at the reports of casualties at a stadium in Jalalabad, 5 km

from Pakistani Consulate where visa applicants were being organized by Afghan provincial authorities. We sympathize with the families of victims. “We are engaged with Afghan authorities for better facilitation of visa applicants. We are committed to continue visa issuance to Afghan nationals under new visa policy while making the process smoother and streamlined at our end,” he said. The incident comes after the Pakistan Embassy in Kabul announced on October 13 that it had taken urgent measures to facilitate Pakistani visas for Afghan nationals, adding that the Consulates in Jalalabad, Kandahar, Herat and Mazar-e-sharif have also “started issuing visas to Afghan nationals in their respective jurisdictions”.

BRUSSELS, OCT 21 (AP): As rising violence threatens to derail Afghan peace talks, the head of NATO said Wednesday that the military alliance will not leave Afghanistan until security conditions allow, even as some US troops might be hoping to be back home in time for Christmas.

“We will make a decision together, coordinate our efforts based on the principle ‘in together, adjust together, and when the time is right, when the conditions are met, then we will leave together,’ but not before,” NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg told reporters. President Donald Trump tweeted on Oct. 7 that “we should have the small remaining number of our BRAVE Men and Women serving in Afghanistan home by Christmas.”

The U.S. armed forces were blindsided by the claim, as were NATO allies.

NATO has led international security efforts in Afghanistan since 2003; two years after a US-led coalition ousted the Taliban movement for harboring former al-Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden. Around 12,000 troops from 38 countries are

Thai PM urges protesters to give up confrontation

Biden holds cash advantage against Donald Trump

Powerful explosion rips through building in Pakistan; five killed

KARACHI, OCT 21 (IANS): A serious controversy has broken out in Pakistan after an Inspector General of Police (IGP) was allegedly forced into ordering the arrest of Captain (retd) Safdar Awan, the husband of Maryam Nawaz Sharif, for chanting slogans at the tomb of the countrys founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah in Karachi.

Rumours are spreading like wildfire in the country that IGP Mushtaq Mahar was allegedly abducted from his home by intelligence agency officials and was forced into ordering the arrest of Safdar Awan.

The incident has sparked anger among the police ranks as Sindh Police have announced protests while about a dozen officers, including the IGP, have rendered their leave requests for a month.

After the sudden leave requests from senior police officers from across the Sindh province, Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah reassured the government’s support to the Sindh Police at every stage.

BA N G KO K , O C T 2 1 (AP): Thailand’s prime minister on Wednesday pleaded with his countrymen to resolve their political differences through Parliament, as student-led protests seeking to bring his government down continued for an eighth straight day.

“The only way to a lasting solution for all sides that is fair for those on the streets as well as for the many millions who choose not to go on the streets is to discuss and resolve these differences through the parliamentary process,” Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha said, according to an Englishlanguage text released of a taped speech broadcast Wednesday night.

Demonstrations have continued daily in a movement that calls for Prayuth to step down, for a more democratic constitution and for reforms to the monarchy — a revered institution traditionally treated as sacrosanct in Thailand.

The government on Tuesday approved a request to recall Parliament for a special session on Oct. 2627 to deal with the political pressures from the protests.

Prayuth offered a concession to protesters, saying he would promptly lift

Captain (retd) Safdar Awan

Shah assured the provincial police’s top brass that the government would not let the force be demoralised under any condition.

“Sindh Police should continue their work in an independent and impartial manner. The government is taking steps to further strengthen the professionalism of the police,” the Chief Minister said.

Meanwhile, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the Chairman of Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), has slammed the military establishment and the intelligence agencies for humiliating the police by forcing them to order the arrest of Safdar Awan, the son-in-law of exiled former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. Bilawal Bhutto had

earlier demanded to have the identities of the people who surrounded Sindh IGP Mahar’s house at 4 a.m., shortly before the arrest of Safdar Awan.

Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa also took notice of the incident and ordered an immediate inquiry into the matter.

Bajwa also spoke to PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto and assured him of action against the culprits after the internal inquiry comes to a conclusion.

On the other hand, the meeting between Sindh CM Syed Murad Ali Shah and the Sindh Police yielded results as IGP Mahar deferred his own leave application and ordered his officers to set aside theirs for at least 10 days, pending conclusion on the inquiry into the arrest.

The entire incident surfaced after an FIR was registered against Safdar Awan for chanting slogans, primarily in the political gatherings of the Pakistan Muslim League–Nawaz (PML-N), at Quaid-e-Azam Jinnah’s mausoleum.

Injured people being treated at a hospital.

Pro-democracy activists flash three-fingered salutes at Victory Monument in Bangkok, Thailand, Wednesday. (AP/PTI)

the state of emergency he declared in Bangkok last week “if there are no violent incidents.” Withdrawing the emergency decree has been one of the protesters’ demands. But there was a fresh opportunity for clashes, as shortly before the speech was aired, protesters began marching to Government House, the prime minister’s offices. Police blocked the streets around the area.

“While I can listen to and acknowledge the demands of protesters, I

cannot run the country based on protester or mob demands,” Prayuth said.

He said some protesters had staged “brutal attacks” against police at a rally last Friday, but acknowledged that many others, “while they may be breaking the law, were still peaceful, wellmeaning people who are genuine in their desire for a better society and a better nation.”

Prayuth decried the violence, but also said the use of water cannons by

riot police to break up Friday’s rally was not a way “to get to a better society.”

He ended his remarks with a plea: “Let us respect the law and parliamentary democracy, and let our views be presented through our representatives in Parliament.”

The demonstrations have been carrying on even though many top protest leaders have been detained and the state of emergency bans public gatherings of more than four people.

WASHINGTON, OCT 21 (IANS): With more than $177 million in the bank, Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden currently holds a massive cash advantage against US President Donald Trump, just 12 days ahead of the November 3 election, according to new filings with the Federal Election Commission. The filings revealed on Tuesday that the President only had $63.1 million worth of cash in the bank as of this month, reports The Hill news website. Until September, Biden’s election campaign had raised a whopping $383 million worth of funds, while Trump managed $247.8 million. In September 2016, the then Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton had only raised $154 million, according to a CNN reported.

In August, the Biden campaign’s fund-raising amount stood at $364.5 million, compared to the President’s $210 million.

Despite the disadvantage, the Trump campaign said that it was confident they will have enough resources to sustain the effort to re-elect the President.

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now working in Afghanistan to train, mentor and assist the national security forces.

Americans often make up at least half of the troops participating in the mission, dubbed Resolute Support.

Around 8,000 US troops were involved as recently as August. NATO allies and their partners rely on U.S. air power, transport, logistics and medical assistance to operate. It’s unlikely that the mission could function without significant US help.

Diplomats and military officers are concerned that setting a definitive date on any troop withdrawal from Afghanistan could hamper efforts to secure a peace deal between the Taliban and the Afghan government.

Confusion about troops movements in what

Pakistan’s troops and rescue workers look for survivors amid the rubble following the explosion, in Karachi, Pakistan, Wednesday. (AP/PTI)

ISLAMABAD/KARACHI, OCT 21 (PTI): A powerful explosion ripped through a four-storey building in Pakistan’s Sindh province, killing at least five people and injuring 20 others, police said.

At least two floors of the building near Maskan Chowrangi in the Gulshane-Iqbal area in Karachi were severely damaged, leading authorities to fear that the toll may rise.

The death toll in the incident has increased to five, Faisal Edhi of the Edhi Ambulance Service said.

Seven of the injured are said to be in critical condition.

The security forces have cordoned off the area after the explosion.

Police chief Mushtaq Mahar said the bomb disposal squad and antiterrorism officials are yet to determine the cause of the explosion. A police of-

ficial said that initial investigations suggested that the explosion could have been caused due to a gas leak.

The official said that no trace of an improvised explosive device (IED) was found at the scene.

The incident happened a day after five people were injured when an IED bomb exploded at the entrance of a bus terminal in the Shireen Jinnah colony area of the city.

Coronavirus unlikely to be As fighting rages in Nagorno-Karabakh, coronavirus spreads eradicated: UK scientific advisor

STEPANAKERT, OCT 21 (AP): People infected with the coronavirus pack into cold basements along with the healthy to hide from artillery fire in NagornoKarabakh, while doctors who have tested positive do surgery on those wounded in the shelling.

These are the grim realities of the pandemic in a region beset by weeks of heavy fighting.

Nagorno-Karabakh, which lies within Azerbaijan but has been under the control of ethnic Armenian forces backed by Armenia for more than a quartercentury, is facing the largest escalation of hostilities since a war there ended in 1994.

In just over three weeks, hundreds of people have been killed. Two attempts at cease-fires have failed to stop the conflict.

The fighting has diverted the region’s scarce resources from containing the outbreak, which spread unchecked during the first two weeks of fighting that began on Sept. 27. Contacttracing ground to a halt, and intense artillery and rocket strikes forced people

Ethnic Armenian soldiers gather at their fighting positions on the front line during a military conflict against Azerbaijan’s armed forces, October 20. (Reuters)

into overcrowded bunkers, where it was impossible to separate the sick from the healthy. Health workers have been hit particularly hard. “Almost everyone got infected, some had it in a light form and others in a more serious one,” Malvina Badalyan, chief doctor at the infectious disease clinic in the regional capital of

Stepanakert, said of health workers in the region.

But in the middle of a war, with wounded people flooding into hospitals, there’s nothing to do but keep working.

“Many doctors and nurses knew that they were infected, but they kept mum about it,” said Ararat Ohanjanyan, the health minister

for Nagorno-Karabakh’s regional government. “They may lie down in a corner to bring the fever down and then get up and continue to perform surgeries.” “No one has the right now to step aside,” he added.

When the the latest escalation of fighting started, medical workers had no time or resources to deal

with the outbreak, Ohanjanyan said. “We didn’t have time to track down those infected while Stepanakert came under heavy shelling, and it allowed contagion to spread,” he said.

Ohanjanayan himself tested positive for the virus just over a week ago — and he, too, has continued working despite running a fever and fighting pneumonia.

In the past week, the shelling of Stepanakert has become less intense, and ambulance crews have finally been able to visit shelters and basements to track down the sick, Ohanjanyan said, adding that regular testing and isolation of the infected has resumed.

Patients in the most serious condition have been sent to Armenia, while others have been admitted to hospitals or received treatment at their homes in the region. But Ohanjanyan said authorities still don’t have a good handle on how many people are infected.

Armenia, which supports the separatist region via a land corridor, has also seen a sharp increase in cases over the past weeks.

The seven-day rolling average of daily new infections has nearly tripled since early October to 44 per 100,000 people on Oct. 20.

As Nagor no-Karabakh’s medical system faced a massive challenge, regular residents and health workers alike volunteered to deliver medicine to people hiding in basements and to help track down those who had become infected.

Aram Gregorian, a doctor who volunteered to visit those seeking shelter from the shelling, said the cramped conditions in bunkers helped fuel the virus’s spread.

“Constant shelling forces people to stay in tight groups in basements, and they can’t self-isolate,” he said. “Even those who have a fever and clinical signs of COVID-19 can’t get treatment or go to the hospital.”

Irina Musaelyan, a Stepanakert resident who was hiding in a basement along with her neighbors, said that the war overshadowed the virus outbreak.

“We just don’t have time to think about coronavirus,” she said.

LO N D O N, O C T 2 1 (AGENCIES): The coronavirus will be around for “evermore” as it is unlikely it will be eradicated, a British scientist on the government’s advisory committee for the pandemic said on Wednesday, although a vaccine would help improve the situation. Britain, like other countries in Europe, is currently in the grip of a resurgence in COVID-19 infections, with much of the country under local restrictions and more than 21,000 daily cases reported on Tuesday.

“We are going to have to live with this virus for

evermore. There is very little chance that it’s going to become eradicated,” John Edmunds, a member of Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE), told lawmakers. Although the coronavirus will be around indefinitely, Edmunds said that the prospect of a vaccine towards the end of the winter should impact the government’s strategy now.

“If vaccines are just around the corner then, in my view, we should try and keep the incidence as low as we can now, because we will be able to use vaccines in the not too distant future,” he said.

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The Union express profound sorrow and remembers him as an honest and upright leader who had tirelessly worked and contributed immensely for the society in all capacities till his last breath. The Union offer deepest condolences and pray that God Almighty give strength to the bereaved family to bear the loss. May the departed soul rest in eternal peace.

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ctor Sanjay Dutt, who recently confirmed that he was fighting cancer, on Wednesday shared a health update saying he has come out victorious in his battle with the disease.

Dutt posted a statement on Instagram expressing joy while making the announcement.

“The last few weeks were very difficult time for my family and me. But like they say, God gives the hardest battles to his strongest soldiers. And today, on the occasion of my kids’ birthday, I am happy to come out victorious from this battle and be able to give them the best gift I can-the health and well-being of our family,” the statement read.

The actor thanked his family and doctors for taking proper care of him. He also expressed his gratitude to well-wishers for showering him with love.

“This wouldn’t have

been possible without the unwavering faith and support from all of you. I am eternally grateful to my family, friends and all the fans who have stood by me and been my source of strength through this trying time. Thank you for the love, kindness and the countless blessings that you have sent my way. I am especially grateful to Dr. Sewanti and her team of doctors, nurses and the medical staff at Kokila-

ben Hospital who have taken such good care of me in the last few weeks.

Humbled and grateful,” he concluded.

Dutt’s fans and colleagues are extremely happy.

“One of the best news,” a user commented.

“So happy to hear this. Stay healthy,” wrote another.

A few days ago, Dutt had addressed his battle with cancer in a video posted by his friend, ce-

lebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim.

In the video, the actor showed his scar mark, saying: “Good to be back in the salon. Got a haircut.

If you see this, this is a recent scar in my life, but I will beat it. I will beat it, I will be out of this cancer soon.”

On August 11, Dutt, who was hospitalised a few days before that due to breathing problems and chest discomfort, shared that he was taking a break for medical treatment.

Although the actor or his family members did not reveal anything officially at that point, trade analyst and film industry insider Komal Nahta subsequently confirmed that the actor had been diagnosed with lung cancer.

“Sanjay Dutt diagnosed with lung cancer.

Let’s pray for his speedy recover y,” Nahta had tweeted.

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Tony Lewis of The Outfield passes away at 62

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o n y L ew i s, l e a d singer and bassist of The Outfield, passed away suddenly yesterday (October 20) at the age of 62.

News of Lewis’ passing was announced on his website, however, a cause of death has not yet been confirmed.

“It is with great sadness and sorrow to announce that Tony Lewis has unexpectedly passed away,” a statement on Lewis’ website read.

“He was a beautiful soul who touched so many lives with his love, his spirit, and his music.

“He loved his fans dearly and enjoyed every opportunity he had when meeting all of you. Please respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.”

Lewis was born and raised in London’s East End and formed his first band with drummer Alan Jackman while still in school.

Jackman and Lewis would later recruit guitarist John Spinks to form a trio.

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Steve Mac wins big at the ASCAP London Music Awards

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teve Mac was the big winner at the ASCAP London Music Awards.

The 48-year-old record producer - who is one of the most successful songwriters of the century - won five awards at the virtual event, including Song of the Year, Top EDM Song and Top Streaming Song for his contribution to ‘Happier’ by Marshmello.

Elsewhere, Bastille’s Dan Smith won three gongs for his contribution to ‘Happier’, while Lewis Capaldi - who released his debut album, ‘Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent’, in May 2019 claimed two awards.

The chart-topping star won the Winning Hot 100 Song and Winning Streaming Song awards for his hit single ‘Someone You Loved’.

The xx’s Romy Madley Croft has also been honoured with the Winning EDM Song accolade for writing Silk City and

Dua Lipa’s ‘Electricity’.

Meanwhile, John Lunn claimed the Film Score of the Year gong for the ‘Downton Abbey’, while Daniel Pember ton was handed two Top Film Awards for ‘Spider-Man: Into The SpiderVerse’ and Danny Boyle’s ‘Yesterday’.

The event was staged virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic, and the winners are being honoured via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram on Wednesday (21.10.20) and Thursday (22.10.20) with the hashtag #ASCAPAwards.

Paul Williams, the president of the ASCAP, hailed the award winners and explained that music has become more important than ever amid the health crisis.

He said: “While we’re

all separated right now, you are helping us to stay connected. We’ve watched and listened as you’ve found innovative new ways to collaborate with each other and reach out to your listeners on both sides of the pond, and around the world.

“Your creativity - your ability to take what’s inside your hearts and minds and transform it into music that can connect with millions of people - that’s a superpower. We need your gifts now, perhaps more than ever.”

(Contactmusic)

‘Fast And Furious’ franchise Chris Pratt deemed ‘worst Hollywood Chris’ by Internet Marvel stars, wife Katherine Schwarzenegger defend him to wrap up after 11th film

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Justin Lin, who directed the third, fourth, fifth, sixth and ninth instalments of the series, will return to helm the final two films, reports variety.com.

So far, the franchise has seen eight releases and “Fast 9”, stylised for some markets as “F9”, is

scheduled to hit theatres in 2021. It was earlier slated for a May 2020 release but had to be postponed owing to the Covid pandemic.

The ninth film brings back Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, Lucas Black, Helen Mirren, Charlize Theron and Sung Kang among others. John Cena is the new entrant in the cast.

He plays Jakob, brother of Diesel’s Dom Toretto.

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BLACKPINK’s Lisa named as MAC Cosmetics ambassador

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LACKPINK’s Lisa is the newest Global Brand Ambassador for MAC Cosmetics.

The 23-year-old rapper - whose real name is Lalisa Manoban - has been named as the first-ever female KPop star to front an international MAC campaign, after she was unveiled as the brand’s latest ambassador earlier this week.

Speaking to Refinery29 about her new gig, Lisa said: “To me, beauty is confidence. I think beauty comes from one’s confident inner self and one’s attitude - makeup and styling are the cherries on top.”

Lisa is known to fans for her bold looks, but admitted that in day to day life, she prefers low-key glam.

She added: “I usually enjoy natural makeup. I like to start with a simple base and finish with a slightly bolder lip colour to add some vibrance. Especially for lip makeup, I like to make an ombré lip that naturally graduates by tapping from the centre of my lips.”

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BLACKPINK members Jennie, Jisoo, and Rosé - as well as the millions of fans who have supported the group over the years.

She said: “My BLACKPINK members and [our] fans are my driving forces. Thank you for always being there for me through all the happiest and the saddest moments. I am truly grateful.”

And in a statement, Senior Vice President and Global Creative Director, Drew Elliot, described Lisa as an “unparalleled talent” with “bold, fashion-forward style,” as he insisted the company couldn’t imagine a more perfect match for their new partner.

(Contactmusic)

chise doesn’t mean the end of the cinematic universe.

While the storyline following Vin Diesel’s Dominic Toretto and fellow car enthusiast-thieves will conclude with the 11th installment, several spin-offs are currently in development.

“Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw”, starring Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham, has already opened in 2019 and grossed over $759 million worldwide. (IANS)

hris Pratt seems to be one of Hollywood’s least favorite people with that name.

On Saturday, filmmaker Amy Berg took to Twitter to share images of four famous men named Chris: Pratt, Chris Hemsworth, Chris Pine and Chris Evans.

“One has to go,” she wrote in the post, playing on a popular meme that began by Twitter users asking followers to eliminate one of four pictured Halloween candies.

The tweet has amassed thousands of comments, mostly suggesting that Pratt “go,” citing his rumored political views -- he has not officially endorsed a candidate -- and his support of a church that was accused of being anti-LGBTQ, per Yahoo! Entertainment.

According to Us Weekly, the Internet dubbed him the “worst Hollywood Chris.”

Now, several of the 41year-old actor’s famous pals are speaking out against the post and its responses, which have trended for several days now.

An outlet shared a story on the subject to In-

stagram, prompting a response from Pratt’s wife, Katherine Schwarzenegger, in the comments.

Schwarzenegger, 30, came to her husband’s defense, slamming the comments for “bullying.”

“Is this really what we need? There’s so much going on in the world and people struggling in so many ways,” she wrote.

“Being mean is so yesterday. There’s enough room to love all these guys. Love is what we all need not meanness and bullying.”

She concluded: “Let’s try that.”

Mark Ruffalo was among Pratt’s Marvel costars to act as a real-life superhero on the actor’s behalf. “ Yo u a l l , @ prattprattpratt is as solid a man there is. I know him personally, and instead of casting aspersions, look at how he lives his life,” Ruffalo tweeted on Tuesday. “He is just not overtly political as a rule. This is a distraction. Let’s keep our eyes on the prize, friends.

We are so close now.”

Robert Downey Jr. also offered public support by sharing an image of

himself and Pratt on the set of a Marvel film. “ W h a t a wo r l d . . .

The ‘sinless’ are casting stones at my brother, Chris Pratt... A real Christian who lives by principle, has never demonstrated anything but positivity and gratitude...” said the Oscar nominee. “AND he just married into a family that makes space for civil discourse and (just plain fact) INSISTS on service as the highest value. If you take issue with Chris, I’ve got a novel idea. Delete your social media accounts, sit with your OWN defects of character, work on THEM, then celebrate your humanness... @prattprattpratt I #gotyerbackbackback.”

“Guardians of the Galaxy” director James Gunn also joined the chorus of Pratt supporters.

“Sorry. Just finding out about this nonsense. @prattprattpratt is the best dude in the world,” insisted the filmmaker. “I’ve spent hours & hours sharing my deepest truths with this man, as he has with me.

Please stop assuming what he believes, politically or in any other way, because he’s a Christian.” (FoxNews)

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Tekashi 6ix9ine sued for ‘child sexual assault’ over 2015 underage sex video

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ekashi 6ix9ine is being sued for “child sexual assault, child sexual abuse and infliction of emotional distress”, which stems from an underage sex video made by the rapper in 2015.

6ix9ine, real name Daniel Hernandez, was sentenced to four years’ probation in October 2018 after he pleaded guilty to the use of a child in a sexual performance, with the act caught on camera.

The unidentified woman is now suing the controversial rapper for sexually abusing her at a party in 2015 when she was 13-years-old. Hernandez was 18 at the time of the incident.

According to TMZ, the woman alleges that she was under the influence of drugs and alcohol at the time of the assault, which compromised her ability to consent (which was already affected by her underage status).

She claims that Hernandez and friend Tay Milly made three sexually explicit videos with her, which they subsequently posted online.

The lawsuit also states

that “the first video featured Doe performing oral sex on Tay Milly while Tekashi did pelvic thrusts behind her — without engaging in sex — and he slapped her butt.”

Another video allegedly saw the woman sitting on Hernandez’s lap in a bra and underwear, while a third featured her “laying naked across their laps while Milly groped her.”

Hernandez’s lawyer, Lance Lazzaro, told TMZ that the rapper will “defend the lawsuit vigorously”.

The rapper told The New York Times that he was in the wrong place at the wrong time when the 2015 incident occurred.

The lawsuit comes

after the rapper was hospitalised he reportedly overdosed on weight loss pills and caffeine.

In an recent interview with The Shade Room, 6ix9ine revealed that he took two doses of Hydroxycut, a weight loss pill, as opposed to the recommended dose of one. The double dose caused his heart rate to accelerate, which was further exacerbated by drinking a McDonald’s coffee.

The rapper was released from prison earlier this year, having served a 24-month sentence after pleading guilty to nine charges including conspiracy to murder and armed robbery.

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Tokyo Olympics to focus on COVID measures

Tokyo organisers and the IOC have said they are testing many scenarios and are unlikely to explain until early next year exactly how the Olympics can be held safely. we should do. There are various (sports) competitions going on, but I think the challenge is to find out what kind of method is suitable for the world’s largest sports event — the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics.”

It won’t be easy, or perfect.

Athletes around the globe have come down with COVID-19 despite precautions. Ten members of the Italian swim team reported positive for the virus on Tuesday, including world champions Simona Quadarella and Gabriele Detti. On the other hand,

the NBA recently finished its season without a single positive test.

The Inter national Olympic Committee has said that athletes testing positive at the Olympics are likely to be excluded, perhaps extinguishing years of training.

The Olympic numbers are huge: 11,000 athletes, and thousands of officials, judges, VIPs, volunteers, sponsors, media and broadcasters.

Add another 4,400 athletes for the Paralympics. Then inject the question of fans: Will there be any? Or will only Japanese

be allowed? Finally, factor in the possibility that a vaccine will be ready when the games are to open on July 23, 2021. But should athletes be a priority? And should they be compelled to be vaccinated? And who pays for the vaccine?

Tokyo organisers and the IOC have said they are testing “many scenarios” and are unlikely to explain until early next year exactly how the Olympics can be held safely.

Their main job now is to convince skeptical sponsors and fans that the games will happen, allowing the IOC to collect

launches Lionel Messi equals another LaLiga new word game record in Barcelona’s win for football fans

Lionel Messi (who has 116 Champions League goals) congratulates Pedri (who now has one) BARCELONA, OCT 21 (AGENCIES): Lionel Messi scored in a joint record 16th Champions League season and 17-yearold Pedri netted his first senior goal as Barcelona beat Ferencvaros, reports BBC Sports.

Messi struck from the penalty spot to give Barca the lead after he was felled at the end of a weaving run.

Ansu Fati volleyed B a r c a ’s s e c o n d , w i t h Philippe Coutinho adding a third.

Gerard Pique was sent off for a foul that set up Ihor Kharatin to narrow the deficit with a penalty, but Pedri and Ousmane Dembele ensured Barca’s win.

Pique’s dismissal is a costly one for the Spanish side, with the experienced defender now suspend-

ed for their trip to Italian champions Juventus in gameweek two.

But Barca will be lifted

by Pedri’s low finish, with the teenager already starting to draw attention to himself after just a handful of appearances for the club.

His contribution is a serious rival to Messi’s for headline of the evening, with the Argentine forward’s goal taking him level with former Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs as the players to have scored in the most separate Champions League campaigns.

Messi also assisted the goal for Dembele, who stepped off the bench to add to what was a moodbrightening evening for the La Liga side, who have spent the summer trying to rebuild after their humiliat-

ing exit at the hands of Bayern Munich in last season’s Champions League.

They have had an inconsistent start to their league campaign under Ronald Koeman, underlined by a shock loss to Getafe at the weekend.

After that game, Koeman said that the performances of talisman Messi, who spent the summer angling for a move away from the club with whom he has spent his entire career, “could be better”.

On Tuesday he was.

The Dutchman also said he did not believe Barca were favourites for either La Liga or the Champions League this season but that “we can go far”.

Observers had great reason to doubt even this qualification in the first quarter of Tuesday’s game, during which Tokmac Nguen had a superb solo goal ruled out for offside and Isael hammered a drive against the crossbar.

But Messi’s strike settled them and from there they grew into the game and began to show a bit of their old swagger.

The re-building job remains a work in progress and the Ferencvaros result is far from a barometer.

But, if Koeman can continue to get a tune out of Messi and consistent support from the likes of Fati, Coutinho, Dembele and Pedri, the future may not be as glum as it once seemed.

M u mbai , O ct 2 1 (IANS): Spanish football league LaLiga has entered the word puzzle arena with ‘Score Words LaLiga’, the new official game offering users fun challenges and minigames combining wordplay and football.

With the launch of the app developed by Epic Panda Games, LaLiga explores a new genre of mobile games, consolidating its digital presence and becoming the first sports organisation to release a mobile game with this theme. The game will have game modes composed of word puzzles and trivia which offer players a series of challenges, constantly combined with experiences, effects and collectible items related to the players and teams of LaLiga Santander. Furthermore, its users will be able to test their ability to solve challenges such as crosswords, quizzes and head-to-head games which get more difficult as the game advances and a variety of achievements are unlocked, allowing them to improve the speed and precision of their language and thinking.

The game will be available worldwide in four languages: Spanish, English, French and Portuguese.

In order to connect with LaLiga fans the world over, it will have an online leader board system so users can compete globally and share their achievements with other players by showing their game progress on their Facebook page.

billions of dollars from broadcasters and sponsors.

Earlier this year, organizers and the IOC waited until March before deciding to postpone the Olympics.

Ja p a n h a s a t t r i b uted about 1,700 deaths to COVID-19, having escaped soaring fatalities that have affected many other countries. It has also employed strict controls over immigration since the pandemic.

Kozue Tanno, who works as a security guard, participated in the Wednesday simulations. She talked about the challenge of COVID-19, and also mentioned Tokyo’s scorching summer heat.

“We did a demonstration experiment this time and tried to work with a face shield for COVID-19 countermeasures, and even though the temperature was low, I felt the heat,” she said.

“We inspected about 20 people but in reality that will not be the case.

When it comes to guiding a large number of visitors for a very long time, I am very worried that my sweat will drip on the face shield during the hot summer months.”

ISL: Mumbai City FC sign striker Bartholomew Ogbeche M u mbai , O ct 2 1 (IANS): Mumbai City FC on Wednesday announced the signing of striker Bartholomew Ogbeche on a year-long deal ahead of the 2020-21 Indian Super League (ISL) season.

“I’m very happy and excited to be here at Mumbai City. Besides the brilliant mix of youth and experience in our team, the apparent quality and level of the squad speaks volumes about the ambitions we have here at the club,” Ogbeche said in a statement.

“In my two years in the ISL, I’ve come up a fair few times against (head coach) Sergio Lobera’s team, and our coach’s positive and free-flowing brand of football perfectly fits my style and idea of the game as well. I can’t wait to get started as I look forward to a great season with my new family,” he added.

The 36-year old kicked off his youth career at Lobi Stars in Nigeria and was then signed by Paris SaintGermain into their youth system before making his first team debut for the French giants in 2001-02 at just 17.

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Bartholomew Ogbeche ney began for Ogbeche, playing in France (Bastia, Metz), the UAE (Al Jazira), Spain (Alaves, Valladolid, Cádiz, Xerez), Greece (Kavala), England (Middlesbrough) and the Netherlands (Cambuur, Willem II).

Ogbeche made his bow in Indian football in the 2018-19 season, captaining NorthEast United FC and scoring 12 goals in 18 games. Continuing his tryst in the ISL, he went on to represent Kerala Blasters

in the 2019-20 campaign and finished with 15 goals in 16 games, the joint top goal-scorer in the division.

Ogbeche is also a full international, having represented Nigeria on several occasions including twice in the 2002 FIFA World Cup. “Bart can be a rolemodel to plenty of the young boys in our squad and not to mention, be a winner for us on the pitch with his attacking talents,” said Lobera.

Shami has lot more clarity about Lt. Nyamo Lotha and Lt. Daniel Lotha trophy cancelled his role as senior bowler: KL Rahul

DIMAPUR: The office of the Dimapur Lotha Students Union ( DLSU) regret to inform that the 26th edition of the Lt.Nyamo Lotha and Lt.Daniel Lotha football running trophy 2020 has been cancelled in response to the ongoing public health concerns brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.

Mohammed Shami and KL Rahul Dubai, Oct 21 (PTI): The ever-reliable Mohammed Shami has bowled with a lot more “clarity of mind” in the ongoing IPL, which has helped him deliver near-perfect performances this season, feels Kings XI Punjab skipper KL Rahul.

Shami, a world-class Test bowler, has been in his elements, taking 16 wickets for KXIP in 10 matches so far and played a big role in the last three games that the team has won.

“Look we all know that what Shami can do on a given day. He has been doing that for many years now.

I think this year, there is a lot more clarity and he has put his hand up as a senior bowler,” Rahul said after KXIP beat Delhi Capitals by five wickets to keep their campaign for Play-offs on track here on Tuesday.

The KXIP skipper believes that when seniors perform, juniors take inspiration and that’s what is happening thanks to Shami’s efforts.

“It is important that internationals across teams put their hands up. That

makes the team lot better and youngsters can feed off that,” he said.

“You start winning a lot of games and it’s great to see Shami doing really well and touchwood the ball is coming out of his hand as perfectly as ever.

Hopefully he can get more wickets for the team and keep bowling the way he is bowling,” Rahul added.

Glenn Maxwell also raised hopes of being back to form with a 24-ball 32, something that augurs well for the team, feels the skipper.

“Well, it’s important for the team and individual as well...it’s important that the team backs its matchwinners. We know what Maxwell can do. When he comes good, he gives a lot of solidity to the team. He balances it out and is a great team-man.

“To have Maxi in form is a great thing and it has eased his nerves as well. He has played a lot of cricket for a long time and he knew what he needed to do,” Rahul said. Rahul hailed the hard work put in by his team after a string of losses.

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TOKYO, OCT 21 (AP): Tokyo Olympic officials want the world to know t h e y a r e wo r k i n g o n measures to combat the COVID-19 pandemic at next year’s games, even if they don’t know exactly what they will be.

To k yo o r g a n i s e r s showcased a few possible remedies on Wednesday, displaying various screening measures at the city’s Big Sight convention complex, the home of the media centre for the Olympics.

“Our objective is to demonstrate what we are doing toward the safety and security of the Olympics,” said Tsuyoshi Iwashita, the executive director of the Tokyo Olympics security bureau.

Most of it looked familiar, including hand sanitizers and people passing through scanning devices with guards wearing face shields at the other end.

One innovation involved a sticker placed on the wrist to measure body temperature in a few seconds.

“This time we have tried different methods and analyzed them,” Iwashita said.

“I think there is no right answer but we still have to think about what

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Abu Dhabi, Oct 21 (PTI): Pacer Mohammed Siraj’s fiery opening spell, accentuated by two rare wicket-maiden overs, set up Royal Challengers Bangalore’s dominant eightwicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders, here on Wednesday.

Siraj virtually killed the contest, running through the KKR top order in a stunning display of swing bowling.

He ended with enviable figures of 4-2-8-3 and in the process emerged as the first bowler in the history of IPL to bowl two wicket- maiden overs.

After Siraj’s furious display, leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal (2/15) stymied KKR’s revival hopes as RCB restricted them to their second lowest total of 84 for eight.

In reply, RCB completed the formalities in 13.3 overs, securing their seventh win from 10 matches and moved up a place to second in the table with 14 points.

RCB lost their opener Aaron Finch (16) after the Powerplay overs with Lockie Ferguson striking in his first over.

Devdutt Padikkal (25) was run out as RCB lost

Dwayne Bravo ruled out of IPL 13 with groin injury Dubai, Oct 21 (IANS): In yet another blow for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), all-rounder Dwayne Bravo has been ruled out of the remaining matches of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 because of a groin injury. CSK chief executive officer Kasi Viswanathan has informed that Bravo has suffered a Grade 1 tear to his right groin and would be leaving the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the West Indies on Thursday.

“He is out of the IPL. He has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 tear in the right groin,” Viswanathan to ESPNcricinfo. The allrounder will require at least 2-3 weeks to recover, added Viswanathan. The 37-yearold picked up the injury during CSK’s match against the Delhi Capitals on October 17. He was able to bowl only three of his four overs and in his absence, MS Dhoni went with Ravindra Jadeja to bowl the 20th over with the Capitals needing 17 to win. Axar Patel hit 6, 6, 2, 6 and won the match for the Shreyas Iyer-led side with a ball to spare.

Yuzvendra Chahal celebrates the wicket of Kolkata Knight Riders batsman Pat Cummins during IPL cricket match, at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, in Abu Dhabi, Wednesday. (PTI)

two wickets in the same over.

But skipper Virat Kohli (18 not out) and Gurkeerat Singh (21 not out) ensured that there were no more hiccups. They sealed the win with 39 balls to spare.

RCB had secured a massive 82-run over KKR win in the first match between the two sides.

It was a forgettable day for KKR who capped

a slew of dubious records that included registering the lowest score in a 20-over IPL innings without a team getting bowled out.

It was for the first time a team played four maiden overs in a T20 innings.

They also scored their lowest Powerplay score of 17/4.

It was KKR’s secondlowest total after their 67 all-out against Mumbai Indians in 2008.

Playing without Windies star players Sunil Narine and Andre Russell, KKR struggled to get going after electing to bat and it was all over for them after skipper Eoin Morgan was dismissed by Washington Sundar for 30.

It was a masterstroke from skipper Virat Kohli to include Siraj in place of spinner Shahbaz Nadeem keeping in mind a fresh strip.

Siraj began with a double wicket maiden over in which he dismissed opener Rahul Tripahi (1) and Nitish Rana (0) off successive deliveries.

He followed it up with another wicket-maiden over, getting rid of Tom Banton (10) in the process.

His figures read an astonishing 2-1-0-3 at that time.

Tripathi nicked one straight back to AB de Villiers behind the stumps and in the next ball Siraj ran through the gates of Rana for a golden duck.

In his next over, he accounted for hard-hitting English batsman Tom Banton (10) with a scrambled seam delivery to cap the best ever opening two overs in the IPL. In between, Navdeep Saini (1/23 from thee overs) dismissed the in-form opener Shubman Gill (1) after the young opener mis-timed a pull to be caught by Chris Morris as KKR looked in shambles with 14/4 inside four overs.

KKR had their mostexperienced batsmen in Morgan and Karthik in the middle. But Chahal exposed latter’s woes against legspin bowling as he trapped him leg before following a successful review.

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27 NSFs to be granted recognition: Ministry in its affidavit to High Court New Delhi, Oct 21 (PTI): The Sports Ministry has decided to grant recognition to 27 national sports federations, according to an affidavit it has filed before the Delhi High Court.

Prominent among the 27 federations include badminton, weightlifting, wrestling, hockey, swimming, cycling, shooting, table tennis, squash, basketball, football and kabaddi.

According to the affidavit, 13 NSFs, including athletics, boxing and golf, have been told to hold elections of their office bearers before the end of this year.

“We have submitted an affidavit before the HC informing about our decision,” a source in the sports ministry told PTI on the condition of anonymity.

Last month, the Supreme Court had given the go-ahead to the sports ministry on the grant of recognition to the NSFs. The apex court had said the ministry is not required to seek the nod of the Delhi High Court before granting recognition to the NSFs. The ministry had appealed against a high court order which had prohibited it from taking decision on granting recognition

to NSFs without its prior approval. A total of 57 NSFs were rendered derecognised because of the HC order.

The ministry was required to intimate the courts before taking any action on the matter.

Because of their derecognised status, NSFs have not been able to manage their day-to-day affairs.

The Delhi High Court order on prohibition of recognition came on June 24.

It subsequently turned down the ministry’s petition seeking modification of its February 7 order which had barred the centre and the IOA from taking any decision regarding the NSFs without informing it.

The sports ministry and the IOA then decided to approach the Supreme Court to challenge the Delhi High Court order.

NSFs given recognition are: Indian Weightlifting Federation, Wrestling Federation of India, Hockey India, Indian Pencak Silat Federation, Amateur Soft Tennis Federation of India, Fencing Association of India, Swimming Federation of India, Cycling Federation of India, Wushu Association of India, Kudo

International Federation of India, Judo Federation of India, National Rifle Association of India, Atya Patya Federation of India, Indian Kayaking and Canoeing Association, Roller Skating Federation of India, Table Tennis Federation of India, Tennis Koit Federation of India, Tug of War Federation of India, Squash Racket Federation of India, Rowing Federation of India, Basketball Federation of India, Kho Kho Federation of India, All India Football Federation, Ten Pin Bowling, Badminton Association of India, Tennis Ball Cricket Federation of India, Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India.

NSFs told to hold elections by December are: Athletics Federation of India, Boxing Federation of India, Indian Golf Union, Softball Association of India, Shooting Ball Federation of India, Body Builders Federation, Mallakham Federation of India, Billiard and Snooker Federation of India, Roll Ball Federation of India, Bridge Federation of India, Cycle Polo Federation of India, Amateur Baseball Federation of India, School Games Federation of India.

Aashi Hanspal named impressive Lance Stroll tests positive for covid after Eifel GP new driver in FIA’s rising stars program

Aashi Hanspal Mumbai, Oct 21 (IANS): India’s Aashi Hanspal has been named the most deserving and impressive new driver in the FIA Girls On Track The Rising Stars Program, held at Paul Ricard Karting Circuit in France.

FMSCI’s women’s commission chairperson Sita Raina revealed this

on Wednesday, hailing the award as a milestone moment for Indian motorsports.

Aashi, 13, was one of 70 young girls selected from different parts of the world for the Rising Stars Shootouts held earlier this week. Although she had taken up racing a little over a year ago and had no expe-

rience in driving Formula 4 cars, Aashi managed to impress the top honchos of FIA. The three-day program pitted the young girl against the most promising talent in the 12-16 agegroup across the world and she underlined her prowess in the shootout round.

Aashi recorded four podium finishes in the JK Tyre FMSCI National Karting Championship 2019, beating many talented boys on her way, and was conferred the outstanding women in Motorsports Award 2020 by FMSCI for her remarkable progress.

“I will cherish this experience all my life. I have come back with great memories, a fabulous racing experience and valuable exposure to the sport,” Aashi, a class nine student of Bombay Scottish School in Mumbai, said as per a media release.

“I hope to improve over the years and carve out a career for myself in racing and make India proud in the near future,” she added.

PARIS, OCT 21 (AGENCIES): Racing Point driver Lance Stroll says he tested positive for coronavirus after the Eifel Grand Prix weekend, reports BBC Sports.

The Canadian - who did not race - was unwell and displayed a number of Covid-19 symptoms at the Nurburgring race but was not tested over the weekend.

Stroll said his symptoms were “pretty mild” and he went home on the morning of the 11 October race and took a test.

He had another test on Monday, before this weekend’s Portuguese Grand Prix, and returned a negative result.

“I feel in great shape and I can’t wait to be back with the team and to race in Portugal,” he added on social media. Racing Point did not report Stroll’s illness at the Eifel Grand Prix to governing body the FIA as a potential Covid case.

A spokesman for the FIA said it would not be taking any further action because “we don’t feel that there has been any breach of the (Covid) code”.

The FIA’s code of

Stroll is the second Racing Point driver to contract Covid-19 this year. protocols for dealing with Covid-19 says participants must “comply with the instructions of his/her Stakeholder (team) and the Covid19 Delegate” if “he/she tests positive for the Covid19 virus or he/she starts to suffer from any Covid-19 symptoms”.

The situation poses a number of uncomfortable questions for bosses at the Racing Point team, which is owned by Stroll’s father, the Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll.

Team principal Otmar Szafnauer said at the Eifel Grand Prix that he was “confident” Stroll did not have coronavirus, despite having “flu-like symptoms”, an upset stomach and was

“just not well in himself and couldn’t exercise”.

Stroll was tested on the Tuesday before the race weekend but not while in Germany. BBC Sport pressed Szafnauer on the question of why he had not been tested again despite the fact that his symptoms were among those known to be potential indicators of coronavirus. Szafnauer replied that Stroll had had some of the symptoms over the period between the Russian and Eifel Grands Prix but had tested negative “multiple times”.

He added that Stroll “doesn’t have classic Covid19 symptoms”, even though fever, fatigue and diarrhoea are listed as three possible

symptoms of Covid-19 on the website of the US government’s Centre for Disease Control. The team did not immediately respond to BBC Sport’s requests for comment on Wednesday.

Stroll’s statement said: “I arrived at the Nurburgring after testing negative in the normal pre-race tests.

“On Saturday morning, I started to feel unwell and woke up with an upset stomach. I followed FIA (Covid) protocol and selfisolated in my motorhome and did not re-enter the paddock. “I wasn’t fit to race, so I went home early Sunday morning. As I was still feeling under the weather, I took a Covid test on Sunday evening.

“The next day, the results came back positive, so I stayed at home isolating for the next 10 days.”

He said that he was now “feeling 100%”.

Stroll is the second Racing Point driver to contract Covid-19 this year. His team-mate Sergio Perez was forced to miss the two races at Silverstone in the summer after catching the virus following a trip home to Mexico to see his mother.

Bangla woman cricketer’s wedding photoshoot on pitch goes viral

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS): Bangladesh woman cricketer Sanjida Islam has taken social media by storm after posting her wedding photoshoot on a cricket pitch in a strikingly orange saree with proper ‘maang tika’, ‘chur’ (heavy bangles) and ornaments made of flowers.

Sanjida recently got married to Mim Mosaddeak, a first-class cricketer from Rangpur.

Sanjida can be seen playing a cover drive and a pull shot and giving all cricket-lovers couple goals.

Coming out with an out of the box idea, the 24-yearold gave the International Cricket Council (ICC) the opportunity to tweet the pictures: “Dress, jewellery, cricketer bat. Wedding photoshoots for cricketers be like,” .

Sanjida made her international debut against

Ireland in a T20I game in August 2012. In June 2018, she was part of Bangladesh’s squad that won their first ever Women’s Asia Cup title, winning the 2018 Women’s T20 Asia Cup tournament. The righthanded batswoman has so far played 16 ODIs and 54 T20Is in her eight-year-long international career for Bangladesh. She has scored 174 runs in ODIs and 520 runs in T20Is.

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Sanjida can be seen playing a cover drive and a pull shot and giving all cricket-lovers couple goals.

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