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Phesama | April 23

Phesama is the closest Southern Angami village to Nagaland’s capital Kohima. In August 2015, the village was devastated by “Have no fear. Our govern- a landslide that damaged ment is taking steps to pre- cropfields, homes, propervent natural calamities from ty, displacing more than 40 hitting our state.” families. The village continues to rebuild itself and the resilience of the community remains one that has received great respect and admiration from neighbouring villages. With emerging climate change, the community is taking up major concerns CITIZEN UMBRELLA to mitigate ecological crisis Wholesalers may contact in the area. CITIZEN UMBRELLA MANUFACTURER LTD. On April 23, the village H.O.: 147, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kolkata-7 Ph. No. 033-2268-1396, 2271-2152 organized an indigenous Fax : (033) 2271-2151 trees plantation day as part E-mail : citizenkolkata@gmail.com of its action program on ‘Conservation of Natural Resources.’ The initiative We would like to remind was spearheaded by the you that Rejoinders to Phesama Youth Organisathose statements/news tion (PYO). More than 700 pieces that have not been people came to plant 3000 originally published by saplings in an area of 3 the newspaper will not Sq.km from Varü river and be carried either. This is Dzücharü river at Phesama in order to maintain im- near the National Highway partiality on an issue. We stretch. All the saplings seek your understanding planted were indigenously and cooperation! The Morung Express

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Dimapur, april 23 (mExN): Wakching area in Mon district remains completely cut off due to mudslides on the NaginimoraWakching Road caused by ongoing torrential rains. Sources from Wakching informed that the public of the area are facing acute shortage of food supply and essential commodities as the movement of trucks and other commercial vehicles have come to a standstill due to the dire road condition. Adding to its misery, the area has plunged into darkness due to power black-out for three consecutive days, it added. The source informed that hailstorm accompanied by heavy wind have damaged couple of houses in the area.

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grown trees such as Kevi (Cherry tree), Khavü (figus species), Shievü Tekhra (local willow), Khusa (neem), banana and banyan trees. Angami Public Organisation (APO) President, Dr. Vilhousa Seleyi, who also hails from Phesama village, mentioned that the youth selected the indigenous trees with the idea that it will not be misused for firewood or timber. The 700 volunteers were not just the youth of the village but elders, students of the village, including St. Paul Institute Jesuit Trainees, students and teachers of St. Paul School, representatives from APO, Angami Students’ Union, Southern Angami Youth Organisation, and Southern Angami Sports Association. It took almost a month for PYO to mobilize the village which included door to door campaigns and announcements in four churches of the village and schools. In 1994, the village had adopted a resolution to ban hunting, fishing, burning of jungles, and dumping of loose mud due to the increasing ecological crisis

People take part in an indigenous trees plantation exercise organised at Phesama village in Kohima district on Saturday, April 23. (Morung Photo)

in the village as well as the neighbouring areas. Reaffirming the resolution on January 23 this year, the village authorized the youth to implement the resolution in toto. “We are aware of global warming and climate change which have become a world-wide concern. As we look around, we witness our hillocks, rivers and streams slowly losing

greenery and drying up. We have a huge challenge ahead and this is the right time, if not late, to usher in this change,” said PYO President, Khriezhapu Kuotsu. He asserted that the trees plantation is a small way to begin and the trees planted today will boost the survival of people tomorrow. Kuotsu also reiterated the 1994 resolution not to sell any part of ancestral

land to outsiders with the intent to protect and preserve land, its resources and history. Another objective behind the trees plantation is also to conserve water. Phesama supplies 0.3 million litres water per day to Kohima. Despite its generosity, the village has witnessed water scarcity within the village in recent years. This scarcity, accord-

ing to Khriezhapu Kuotsu, has also led to increasing hostility among the villagers. If we don’t tackle these problems, it could lead to violence among the villagers, expressed Kuotsu. “We need to safeguard our eco system. We need to safeguard even the micro organisms and plants which we cannot see with our eyes. We have to protect them for our children and the future,” said Dr. Seleyi. Criticizing growing individualism in society wherein most people today receive education and acquire wealth for personal comforts and interest, Dr. Seleyi called upon the people to think and act on what is best for the people and the society. Dr. Seleyi also expressed disappointment over the way Earth Day was celebrated on April 22 which, he viewed, was mostly celebrated in towns and inside buildings. “The concerned authorities and agencies should come forward to the rural base for practical work,” stated the leader. Asserting that every individual must work towards the protection and promotion of bio-

diversity, Dr. Seleyi posited that everybody can contribute. “The wise can contribute their knowledge, the rich can contribute their wealth, the youth can render their physical service and the leaders can devote their time in monitoring and implementation of policy making,” he affirmed. On being asked how a small village like Phesama can impact the State or the world, Dr. Seleyi remarked that among Angami villages, Phesama has the highest exposure to the rest of the people with it close attachment to the State capital, National Highway and Kisama, the Heritage village. The PYO has more challenges ahead as the village continues to witness increasing stone quarries and deforestation. It plans to create more campaigns and awareness programs, regulate reserved forests and spread the message to neighbouring villages. “Once we sensitize the people on the negative impacts, slowly we can expect changes. We don’t want to resort to violence. We want to resolve our environmental crisis through peace,” said Kuotsu.

er. levi bats for truth, unity TR Zeliang bestowed ‘global leadership award’ Our Correspondent Kohima | April 23

Parliamentary Secretary for PWD (Housing), Er. Levi Rengma today stressed on the need to speak the truth and called upon the people to have courage to say wrong is wrong and right is right. Speaking at the annual meetingcum-seminar of Rengma Public Organization Kohima here at Ura Academy Hall, Levi stated that the decision taken in any social set-up will be meaningless as long as there is deficit of speaking the truth. “When a decision has to be taken let us be truthful and take decision,” he stated, while asking the people not to hide the truth. The Parliamentary Secretary also underscored the need for unity among the Rengmas in particular and Nagas in general and told the people to change their mindset and say “us” instead of “I”. “Society cannot be progressed by individual alone,” he said, adding a collec-

tive responsibility is required to take the society forward. He further maintained that society can develop and progress only if “we all think that it is my responsibility, without me my society cannot progress, without me my society cannot be good.” He affirmed that positive development will emerge only if the individual starts thinking on that line. Er. Levi added that Nagas are very conscious of our identity along with our tribe. Meanwhile, he said the society cannot progress unless there is organizational law, rules and discipline. Rules and law of the society that is framed should be applicable to every one of us, he added. Earlier, Rengma Hoho President, Kenyuseng Tep shared greetings, while Dr. Kenilo Kath, Assistant Professor, Mt. Tiyi College, Wokha presented a paper on “Rengma identity & culture”. The meeting also saw approval of constitution, general discussion, adoption of resolution and cultural presentation.

Chief Minister TR Zeliang receiving the prestigious award for ‘Lifetime Achievement in Transformation’ at the Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana Hotel In Bali Indonesia Today.

Dimapur, april 23 (mExN): The Chief Minister of Nagaland, TR Zeliang was bestowed ‘Lifetime Achievement Award in Transformation,’ at the 6th Global Leadership Awards 2016 held today at the Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana Hotel, Indonesia, a press release from Chief Minister’s Office Media Cell stated. The award was organised by The Leaders International, a business

Dimapur’s nagarjan road worsens–no action in sight Morung Express News Dimapur | April 23

The road leading to Nagarjan in Dimapur has become a ‘Gigantic Basin.’ With heavy rainfall, one of the busiest streets in Dimapur has accumulated water as a result of pits, potholes and improper storm drains. This has led to safety hazard not just for vehicles but also, particularly, pedestrians. “The poor road condition had prevented people from attending church services. There are about eight churches in Nagarjan. Autos cannot fare. Also it has become impossible for the pedestrians to walk in the main junction of Nagarjan and people who are in need of immediate medical attention cannot travel in this poor road condition,” said Kari Walling, an auto rickshaw driver. To get around this, autorickshaws and other vehicles have taken to plying on the footpath. There have been instances of engines failing in the area where water has accumulated. An interaction with Kuda Village Council Ex. Chairperson (Nagarjan), Alhoulie Belho, pitched on the poor road condition in Nagarjan. “The road condition is deteriorating drastically, inconvenient for the pedestrians, the sick and women in maternity. There are high risks for school chil-

The road leading to Nagarjan in Dimapur has become a clogged basin, posing a threat to pedestrians, the sick, women in maternity and vehicles. (Photo by Akhrienuo Kire)

dren with vehicles encountering accidents.” He informed that the road has been neglected and left unrepaired for almost 5 years by the Nagaland State government. The Village Council, with the recommendation of a concerned MLA, had sought assistance from the Urban Development Department, but no aid was given, reportedly due to the lack of capital. In 2011 and 2012, the Council,

with the help of well wishers, youth organisations and concerned citizens got together several times to fill the pits and pot holes. In 2013, through negotiations with the PWD (Roads and Bridges) Department, the Council took the initiative to repair the road to some extent. The expenditure made by the Council was compensated by the Department. Belho further informed that the area that has become a clogged ba-

sin falls under the purview of the Dimapur Municipal Council. Heavy rainfall combined with “improper maintenance” of the drainage system by the municipal authorities is a major reason for the accumulation of water, said the Ex Chairperson. Again in 2014, the Council sought aid from the government; however there was no positive response this time. Recently, in March 2016, the PWD engineer with his colleagues met some of the village elders with regards to repair and maintenance of the road but no clear cut information has been relayed to them yet. “We are being tolerant and patient for a government response. But if the government does not revert back in time, necessary action with be taken by the Council and elders for the repairing of our roads and we appeal the government not to be agitated by it,” he summarised. “Past, Present and Future... Nagarjan road remains the same,” said Chemrila, a citizen of the locality. Everyday people holding high posts, government authorities ply on the same road. Despite this, no attention has been paid to the maintenance of roads even in Nagaland’s commercial capital, Dimapur. Reporting by Akhrienuo Kire who is currently an intern at The Morung Express.

magazine and co-organized by American Leadership Development Association (ALDA), a US based NGO. Nagaland Chief Minister TR Zeliang was selected by a panel of renowned professionals from all parts of the world and the awardees were selected in various categories based on their leadership qualities and contributions to their fields in the last three

years or so, the release said. Meanwhile, it further informed that at the sideline of the event, Zeliang also met Sultan Sulaiman, Prince of Selangor and discussed possibilities of trade and commerce. “Both agreed that detailed discussions should be held again for mutual benefit of the regions they represent,” it added. The Chief Minister also met Dr Mazlan, the CEO of the Institute of Darul Ridzwan, Economic and Political Research, State of Perak (Malaysia) and the Economic Advisor to the King of Abu Dhabi, Princess Badaria. During these exchanges, Zeliang expressed his “fervent desire” that the North Eastern States should become the hub of commercial activities in the light of the Government of India’s Act East policy and not a mere corridor through which trade and commerce occurs, the CMO release further maintained.

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Club Mahindra invites Nagas ZAPO Kohima celebrates Tsükhenye to enjoy Holiday in style Our Correspondent Kisama | April 23

State Channel Partner inaugurated in Dimapur

(Left to Right): Channel Partner Nagaland, Tiasunep Ozukum, Advisor to the Urban Development, Government of Nagaland, SI Jamir, MHRIL Regional Manager, Eastern Region Sandeep Shukla. (Morung Photo) Morung Express News Dimapur | April 23

Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd., (MHRIL), India’s leading leisure and hospitality provider officially sets foot in the state when its Nagaland Channel Partner was inaugurated here today by the Advisor to the Urban Development, Government of Nagaland, SI Jamir at Hotel Acacia, Dimapur. Started in 1996, MHRIL is part of the USD 16.9 billion multinational Mahindra Group, and offers the company’s flagship brand ‘Club Mahindra Holidays’ which allow its customer to

avail ‘vacation ownership’ (VO) around 49 resorts in India and abroad. VOs properties are typically resort units, in which multiple parties hold rights to use the property. It has a fast growing customer base of over 1.94 members and growing, informed the Channel Partner Nagaland, Tiasunep Ozukum at the event. Its office is located at Matrix Enterprise, River Belt Colony Dimapur. He further said that with Club Mahindra membership, a customer gets a guaranteed 7 days of holidays every year, for next 25 years free in all its destina-

tions in India and abroad. It also includes two year Resorts Condominium International (RCI) membership free – an international affiliate exchange network that allows members trade their domestic holiday with foreign travel. “You can split the 7 days into 2 or even 3 holidays throughout the year,” he added. It is family friendly and we launching the channel partner to make closer relationship with the customer in the state, MHRIL Regional Manager, Eastern Region Sandeep Shukla said. With an aggressive ex-

panding strategy, the objective is become Top 5 VO companies of the world in terms of member base by FY 2016, he added. Speaking about establishment of a local partner, Avik Mukherjee, the Regional Channel Sales Manager said the strategy was to take advantage of local familiarity, give transparency to its members and to better understand people psychology. He further informed that one can choose from various plan to become a member. The membership is priced between Rs. 2.5 – 18 Lakh with nominal annual renewal fee. Mukherjee also said that currently there are around 55 members from Nagaland. Speaking at the occasion, the Advisor to the Urban Development, SI Jamir recalled walking on foot to Jorhat or Mariani to get even essential commodities like a common salt in his childhood. Highlighting the change scenario today, Jamir advised the gathering to take full advantage of the opportunity provided by the company. “Save something each day and spend some day in holiday, he added.

The Zuketsa Area Public Organization (ZAPO), Kohima unit today celebrated its premier festival Tsükhenye 2016- cum- 8th annual general session here under the motto “Unity with integrity.” Gracing the occasion as the speaker, Theja Therie, president Chakhesang Hoho Kohima said that Tsükhenye is a celebration of youthful life. Young people eat and drink and grow with the new buds and leaves. “We celebrate inner and outer beauty and exhibit our might and sporting skills both physical and mental capabilities,” he said adding that boys and girls complement and inspire one another for positive development. Therie said that Naga society today is seriously infected by factionalism and tribalism to the highest degree. He said that what is factionalism to our national struggle is tribalism to our Naga society today. “Infighting for greed and power have polarized our society,” he said and stressed on the need to overcome this two (factionalism and tribalism) greatest drawbacks in our society. “Let us grow beyond tribal and factional barriers,” Therie challenged the gathering. He also called upon the gathering to inculcate its traditional values while improvising the old practices that need “our concerted effort to refine ad develop in the context of the time.” Kedoutsolhi Wetsah, former president ZAPO Kohima unit highlighted the significance of Tsükhenye. He said that Tsükhenye is considered one of the most important festivals of the Kuzha Netho Ketshii and also of the Kuzhami Chakhesang community. It is celebrated during the month of April every year. Stating that April is a month

Theja Therie, president Chakhesang Hoho Kohima addressing Tsükhenye celebration on April 23. (Morung Photo)

which signifies growth and renewed strength for nature, thus, Tsükhenye celebration signifies the tender and transient period of the youth. “This festival is also a reminder to the villagers that the time of merry making has come to an end, with the ending of the spring time. As such, the village folks consider it as the last festival before the onset of the agricultural activities in its full swing,” said Wetsah. The term Tsükhenye is derived from “Tsiikhe” meaning “End” and “Nye” meaning “Festival,” “Feast” or “Merry Making.” Tsükhenye festival lasts for five days. He said that Tsükhenye’s religious and traditional ceremonies and rituals are no longer in practice in Kuzha Netho Kethsii. However, Tsükhenye is still celebrated with great significant and enthusiasm by the Kuzha Netho Kethsii ad also by the Kuzhami Chakhesang Naga in keeping with Christian spirit. The celebration featured

Tsükhenye Lü competition and participated by Leshemi Kohima Unit, Lasumi Kohima unit and Zapami Kohima unit. Children of Lt. W.C Krome, ex- MLA & Lt. Medikhrü Losou, prominent businessman sponsored prizes in memory of their beloved fathers. Earlier, ZAPO Kohima unit president Neisa Wetsah led the service while welcome address was delivered by ZAPO Kohima Unit treasurer Alole Lomi. ZAPO Kohima unit general secretary Visazo Tero read out secretary report while vote of thanks was proposed by ZAPO Kohima unit finance secretary Alo Sara. Nomination committee convenor Sabou Krome announced the committee report of the new office bearers. Kewethsii Kenye and Senokha Losou pronounced invocation and benediction respectively. The festival concluded with Tsiikhenye feast.

NSVC to observe ‘Aspire to venture into entrepreneurial and private sectors’ World Veterinary Day Morung Express News

Kohima, april 23 (mExN): The World Veterinary Day will be celebrated globally on April 30 under the theme ‘Continuing education with a one health focus’ as selected by the World Veterinary Association (WVA). The event is being organised by the WVA and the world Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) to reward the most successful professional for his/ her contribution. The Nagaland State Veterinary Council is also organising the World Veterinary Day on April 30 at Hotel Japfu, Kohima. NSVC President, Dr. K. David Sema in a press

release has invited all the Registered Veterinary Practitioners of Nagaland State to join the celebration and contribute towards successful achievement of the planned activities aimed at ‘continuing education with a one health focus.’ In the technical session, the resource persons are Dr. Keduzol Ltu, Ph.D. (Virology) and Dr. Simon Ao, M.V.Sc (LPT). Meanwhile, MK Mero, ITS, Commissioner and Secretary to the Government of Nagaland, Department of Veterinary & Animal Husbandry, Kohima will grace the valedictory function as the chief guest.

Dimapur | April 23

Parliamentary Secretary for Municipal Affairs and Economics & Statistics, R Tohanba, underscored the need for educated Naga youths to venture into entrepreneurial and private sectors for a successful career. The Parliamentary Secretary said in the present context of Nagaland with oversaturation of government employees, the State Government was finding it difficult even to pay the salary of its employees. Tohanba said due to financial burden, the government had also to do away with pension scheme for its employees. In such a situ-

ation, the craze for white collar government jobs was fast losing sheen and educated youths have to search for other career opportunities for their sustenance, he said. The Parliamentary Secretary was speaking at the one-day seminar on “Career and soft skill development” organized by the Western Yimchungrü Students’ Union (WYSU) held at Yimchungrü Baptist Church Dimapur on April 23. Tohanba said private sectors and enterprises still have million of employment opportunities provided one has the requisite skill and expertise. He said seminars and career counseling such as the one or-

Parliamentary secretary for Municipal Affairs and Economics & Statistics, R Tohanba, speaking at the seminar on ‘Career and soft skill development’ organized by Western Yimchungrü Students’ Union on April 23. (Morung Photo)

ganized by the WYSU was students and underprivia path breaking initiative, leged youths from backespecially for thousands of ward areas.

Even back home, while the youth cry hoarse over unemployment problem, Tohanba said majority of the labour force including skilled and unskilled workers are imported from outside the state. He said Naga youths need to cultivate dignity of labour and not to shy away from manual labour if they to become economical self-reliant. To succeed in any profession or career, he said one must be committed, dedicated, honest and hard working. The parliamentary secretary also reminded that one must carefully choose his or her career options and not just blindly follow the crowd. He further said one’s career

must not be overshadowed by one’s hobbies. Principal, Nagaland Tool Room & Training Centre, Er. Petehoutuo, and James Kithan from Pinnacle Skills, the resource persons of the seminar, highlighted on the various career options, courses and other soft skill programmes provided by the respective institutes. Earlier, vice president Western Yimchungrü Hoho, LS Yimchunger, delivered the welcome address. In the afternoon session, Dr. Tsukhomong spoke on ‘career and courses’ and assistant commandant, 13 NAP (IR) also exhorted the students.

Waiting sheds inaugurated at Airport Morung Express News Dimapur | April 23

Constructed by Dimapur Timber Industry Association (DTIA), Minister for Forest Environment and Wildlife, Dr. Neikiesalie Nicky Kire on Saturday inaugurated waiting sheds in the premises of Dimapur Airport. Dr. Kire was appreciative of the initiative taken by the DTIA in constructing 12 waiting sheds, donating 12 dustbins and a foldable Minister, Dr. Nicky Kire and others seen after the inauguration of waiting sheds at Dimapur mobile table, which he added was much needed Airport on Saturday. (Morung Photo)

at the Airport. He also thanked the Dimapur Airport Authority for permitting the construction. The Minister said that construction of toilet in the same vicinity was in the pipeline and added that contributions towards the cause were welcome. “If more people come forward for contribution, then more sheds could also be constructed,” he added. The meeting was attended by Director, Dimapur Airport Authority and donors of the waiting sheds.

WYSU SILENT PROTEST: Members of Western Yimchungrü Students’ Union (WYSU) staging a silent protest demanding prompt investigation and action into the ‘missing’ case of S Khumcho. S Khumcho Yim, a church secretary, reportedly went missing on April 11 last near Helipong village in Tuensang district. The whereabouts and fate of Khumcho, suspected to have been abducted, still remains a mystery. (Morung Photo)

‘Love Earth, Love Life’

Mélange 2016 youth fest concludes Team Metamorphosis Morung Express News Zunheboto | April 23

Third and final day of Mélange youth fest concluded with literary events which included poetry recitation, extempore, spelling bee in English and Sumi, and debate. The competition was among the youths of different age groups representing the various colonies of Zunheboto town. The final day also witnessed a volleyball exhibition match between the Zunheboto Town Sumi Baptist Church (ZTSBC) and Sumi Baptist Church Zunheboto (SBCZ) where ZTSBC won. The exhibition match was followed by presentation and distribution of prizes. New colony Rangers were declared the overall champion of the fest, while the DC Hill Centurions took the runner-up trophy. Vinoka K, Rotokh, event director, Mélange 2016 feels that the fest has been a great success and it has opened the eyes of the youths. “The literary events competitions which was a first of its kind for the youth is a great platform to show off their hidden talents and the fest has also opened the eyes of the youths to various avenues where they can pursue alternative careers” he added. The Zunheboto Town Youth Organization will Zunheboto Town Sumi Baptist Church (ZTSBC) and Sumi Baptist Church Zunheboto (SBCZ) in continue with the ‘Awake Zunheboto’ campaign with action during the volleyball exhibition match played at local ground, Zunheboto town on the final various seminars and workshops targeting youths. day of Mélange 2016. (Photo Courtesy: Toino S. Rotokha)

to launch Operation Clean Wokha

WoKha, april 23 (mExN): The National Vector Borne Disease Control Program (NVBDCP), Wokha in association with the Team Metamorphosis will commemorate the World Malaria Day on April 25. In view of the event which is observed internationally with the theme ‘End Malaria for Good’ the programme will be held at the Lotha Tribal Council Hall. Team Metamorphosis in a press release said that in response to the invite of the NVBDCP all the colonies in Wokha town have been busy cleaning up the side drains, opening the clogged culverts, cleaning up the roadside bushes and even filling up the potholes. Some colonies are even working with hired earth excavators. Team Metamorphosis is also launching one of its initiatives ‘Operation Clean Wokha’ under the banner ‘Love Earth, Love Life.’ “Team Metamorphosis looks forward to make Love Earth; Love Life operational beyond Wokha in due course of

time, but to begin with the initiative will be launched and carried out only Wokha town is till the public of Wokha town learn and make cleanliness their lifestyle,” stated the press release. The implementing partners of this initiative are District Administration; Wokha District Chamber of Commerce & Industry; Wokha District Education Department; All Nagaland Private Schools Association; Wokha Unit; Lotha Youth Hoho; Lotha Eloe Hoho; Public Health Engineering Department Wokha; Electrical Department, Wokha; Wokha Town Council; National Vector Borne Disease Control Program; Wokha. All the participating teams or colonies will get together once in three months and present a power point presentation with all the activities engaged. This will propel the team in becoming more innovative consistent, encouraging each other for dedicated effort. The winners will be rewarded as follows First prize: Trophy, Cash and Citation and cash prize Colonies-20,000 & Institutions 7,000; Second: Cash & Citation, Colonies- 10,000 and Institutions 5,000; Third: Cash, Colonies – 5,000 and Institutions-2,000 respectively.

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Another landslide in Arunachal, toll now 19

Itanagar, aprIl 23 (IanS): Two people died in a fresh landslide on Saturday in Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh, taking the death toll in two days to 19, officials said. Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju and other leaders visited the area bordering China and took stock of the situation. The landslide that hit a camp of construction labourers in Phamla village on Friday morning killed 15 people instantly. Two injured people died later on Friday night, while two more died in a fresh landslide in the nearby village of Thongleng on Saturday. The fresh landslides

also swept away over 30 houses. "With the two people killed in the early hours of Saturday in a fresh landslide, the toll has risen to 19. The landslide on Saturday occurred in Thongleng village, about 20 km from Tawang. Over 30 houses have been swept away," said a district administration official. He said many people have shifted to safer places fearing more landslides, and hence there was less human casualty during Saturday's incident. The landslide, however, damaged property worth several lakhs of rupees, he said. Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Kalikho Pul said he was person-

ally monitoring the situation and that instructions have been issued to all the deputy commissioners and police superintendents to remain vigilant for any eventuality and keep the disaster management personnel ready for relief and rescue operations. Tawang district, which has been badly hit by floods due to incessant rains, has remained under darkness for some time as electric poles have been swept away in many places. The highways in some places have also been affected, and there has been no communication with districts like Anjaw, Changlang, Lower Subansiri and East Siang.

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President unveils Khongjom war monument in Manipur Imphal, aprIl 23 (IanS): President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday inaugurated the Khongjom war monument at the place where the last battle of Manipur's independence was fought against the British army in 1891. The war memorial has been built at the Kheba hillock in Thoubal district along the India-Myanmar border, just over 30 km from Imphal. "It is a historic day since the last battle for (Manipur's) independence was fought at the same ground where we are assembled," Mukherjee said. The last battle against the British was fought at the Kheba hillock on April

‘Restore TamenglongKhongshang road’ Our Correspondent Imphal | April 23

With pre-monsoon rain and hail continuing to hit different parts of Manipur in the last few days causing immense hardships to the people, the Joint Forum for Transport Welfare, Tamenglong District has threatened to launch agitation against the Manipur government if the latter fails to resume restoration work on Tamenglong-Khongshang road. In a memorandum to Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh, the forum demanded that the government start the road repairing work by April 24 or else face agitation.

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23, 1891. Extolling the natural beauty, rich culture, endurance and tolerance of the people, Mukherjee said it was no wonder that India's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru de-

The candidates, bearing the following Roll Numbers, who have qualified the Main Written Examination held on 20th & 21st February, 2016 in connection with direct recruitment to Grade-I of Nagaland Judicial Service, are hereby called to appear in the Viva-Voce, purely on provisional basis, on 27-4-2016 (Wednesday) at 1.00 PM in the precincts of Gauhati High Court (New Block), Guwahati, Assam as per the relevant Notification published In the official websites (www.ghconline.gov.in and www.kohimahiohcourt,gov.in) & Notice Boards of Gauhati High Court, Guwahati and Kohima Bench, Kohima, Nagaland. No individual call letter for viva-voce will be issued to any candidate. ROLL Nos: 107, 110 & 112 The candidates, bearing the above Roll Numbers, should read the relevant Notification published in the official websites and Notice Boards, as indicated above, for guidance.

scribed Manipur as the jewel of India. Mukherjee said he was joining the people in paying homage to the brave sons and daughters of the country "who gave their today for our tomorrow".

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Edufest at Kohima on April 25-26 Government casts Aadhaar net wider at banks

Kohima, april 23 (mExN): The Edufest is scheduled at the Hotel Oriental Grand, Kohima on April 25-26. The career-defining event that has benefitted more than 3,50,000 students and parents so far over the last fourteen years, is being held in all the state capitals in the Northeast concurrently. Entry to all visitors is free. “This is the 14h edition of Edufest, and we are privileged to bring leading educational institutes from India and abroad to the doorstep of students of Nagaland,” said Kaushik Barua of Lynchpin, organiser of Edufest and pioneer of career and education fairs in the Northeast. Lynchpin fairs, Barua said, are attended by international government bodies such as British Council, USIEF and Royal Thailand Government. More than 200 top Indian and global institutes have participated in Edufest, considered

the most comprehensive interaction forum for finding out within your comfort zone which course in which institution suits you best. This year’s exhibition has some of the finest institutions in the country participating including Amity, Hindustan University Sharda University to name a few. “We have been participating in Lynchpin's exhibitions over the past few years and have found them to be very useful in reaching out to students of the Northeast and making them aware about UK education opportunities. These exhibitions are very professionally organized," said Marina Gandhi, education head of British Council, Kolkata. Prema David, director admissions at Dayananad Sagar Institutions, Bangalore, said: “We have been participating in Lynchpin exhibitions since 2005 and they have been instrumental in creating awareness

about high quality institutions across the country. I feel students and parents also have a lot of confidence in their exhibitions as they are the only ones who allow institutions to participate directly.” N.Singh, whose seniors got into leading institutes in south India and Australia, is looking forward to Edufest. “I had been to Edufest in Shillong before and this is a great way for us to talk to representatives of high-quality institutions directly and find out about different courses.” Parents too are looking forward to the most happening education fair“Edufest is very useful as I don’t have to travel all over the country, spend time, money and take leave to get my son admitted. I can get genuine information about leading institutions right here in Kohima” said N.Yaden eager to get her daughters into the best institutions within their means.

NEw DElhi, april 23 (agENciEs): The government will treat all bank accounts receiving government subsidies as Prime Minister Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) accounts in a bid to widen the scope of Aadhaar, according to a senior ministry official working for the Information Technology department. “In banking terms, there is nothing called as a Jan Dhan account (under PMJDY). Either there is savings, deposits or current account. So, if tomorrow we say all the beneficiary account is a Jan Dhan account, we are protected by the Supreme Court order. We have told the department of financial services (in Finance Min-

istry) to treat all accounts getting benefits from the consolidated fund of India be treated as Jan Dhan accounts,” the official told The Hindu. Bank accounts of all those who didn’t have a previous account was named as a Jan Dhan account when the PMJDY scheme was launched, the official said. The Supreme Court, in an interim ruling last year, had allowed using Aadhaar, a unique identification number, for Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme, the PMJDY, and pension schemes of states and the Centre. Although a legal backing to the Aadhaar number has been secured in

the Parliament, the government had recently said that it will approach the Supreme Court to widen the use of Aadhaar number for new schemes since the matter is pending before a Constitutional Bench at present. “One of the core issues of concern articulated in the court was that we don’t have a legal backing for Aadhaar. I think there is a proper law now. “We will persuade the SC to release more avenues for using Aadhaar,” IT and Communications Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad had said at a press conference earlier this month while announcing that over 100 crore people have an Aadhaar number now.

Reclaim your LPG subsidy in a year

mumbai, april 23 (agENciEs): The government asked people to give up their LPG subsidies under 'Give it up' campaign so that they can go to those in more need. All those who have given up their LPG subsidy in adherence to the government's 'Give it up' campaign will be allowed to reclaim their subsidy after the campaign ends, a report in a leading daily said. The government will soon look at various options after the campaign ends, Oil Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has

been quoted as saying in the report. He said that the 'Give it up' campaign was only for a year, and all those who have given up their subsidy, will be free to apply for it again. There, however, will be no auto renewal of the subsidy, he said. Pradhan was answering a question if the subsidies can be reclaimed if there's a hike in LPG price or a huge difference between the market prices and subsidised rates. Currently, a consumer is entitled to 12 subsidised cylinders of 14.2 kg per

year. In Delhi, a subsidised cylinder costs Rs 419.13, a non-subsidised cylinder (for domestic use) costs Rs 509.50. The 'Give it up' campaign was launched by Modi on March 27 last year, where he appealed to the well-to-do to voluntarily give up their LPG subsidy so that they can be allotted to the poor. Now, Modi is going to launch a Rs 8,000-crore scheme parallel to the 'Give It Back' campaign, which is set to give free LPG connections to women from five crore BPL families in three years.

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Kipili calls for unfailing leadership quality Rajya MP reiterates NPF stand on Naga political issue ENPUC holds 16th general session Morung Express News Dimapur | April 23

The Eastern Nagaland People’s Union Chumukedima (ENPUC) held its 16th general session-cum-meeting on April 23. The annual meeting held at the Chumukedima Town Council (CTC) Hall was attended by Kipili Sangtam, Minister for Power as the chief guest. President of the ENPO, S. Khoiwang Konyak was guest of honour. Addressing the gathering, Kipili called for unfailing leadership quality that can stand the test of time. Terming leadership as responsibility that demands utmost attention of the person taking the role, he said that persons in leadership positions are mirror of the people or the cause they represent. According to him, leadership should not be merely for assuming a designation to while the

State Power Minister, Kipili Sangtam addressing the 16th session of the ENPUC at the CTC Hall on April 23.

time away rather it should be about shouldering responsibility with clear cut vision. “You and I will die but leadership will not die” as in the contribution of the person for others to take inspiration from. On this note, he said that leaders of any level from eastern Nagaland bear a huge responsibility to project the aspiration of the people they represent. While doing so, he added that it should not be at the cost of the com-

mon Naga cause but with a common vision irrespective of tribal or bloc affiliation. “It should not only be about the eastern people. It should be for the common good of the Nagas.” He further said that the desire of the people of eastern Nagaland to progress at par should not be misconstrued. Stating peace, unity and a stable economy as key to the growth of a society, he said that civil society leaders has a great

role to play by working to bring about harmony conducive to development and encouraging work culture to flourish. It was further announced that a new team of ENPUC office bearers has been nominated for the tenure 2016-19 with the addition of two new posts of Art & Cultural secretary and Statistical secretary. The team will be led by N. Tingyuh Konyak as president and Chemriba Sangtam as general secretary.

dimapur, april 23 (mExN): Rajya Sabha MP and Secretary General NPF, KG Kenye today asserted the party’s commitment towards the settlement of Indo-Naga issue. He reiterated the party’s position that it will extend strategic and logistic support to any group that is in talks with the Government of India. Addressing the inauguration of 5 Ghaspani II A/C office in Medziphema, Kenye said that the party was formed with an objective to bring warring parties together and also to bring peaceful settlement to the Indo-Naga political talk. He recollected that the party feeling the need to give peace a chance decided not to contest the general election in 1998 based on the call “Solution, Not Election,” according to a press release received here. In the three consecutive terms that the NPF has been in power, the MP said the government extended all out helps and supports to mass based civil societies because of the party’s commitment to work for permanent peaceful solution as

Rajya Sabha MP speaks during the inauguration of 5 Ghaspani II A/C office in Medziphema on April 23.

given in its manifesto. He further pointed out that of late, NPF party has been accused of supporting or inclining towards particular faction. It was accused of patronizing NSCN-IM on one hand, and on the other inclining towards NNC as the president is a former member of

KV Pusa asks NPGs to Lotha officers meet; MLAs come for dialogue with GoI urge for unity and cooperation

kohima, april 23 (mExN): AICC Member KV Pusa today asked the Naga political groups to come for dialogue with the Government of India to find a settlement stating that the Naga people are weary of the protracted Naga political issue. He was addressing the 71st annual session of Viswema Youth Organisation. Pusa, who is also former Minister and former PCC President, said Naga people want settlement and therefore the groups should unite and come for dialogue with the Government, stated a press release received here. He said all out effort should be made to find a settlement which will be acceptable to all sections of people. Stating that coming together of all political parties to form an opposition-less

government in the state was to facilitate the ongoing Naga peace process between the Union Government and the Naga political groups, he asked the groups to unite and come for the dialogue if they are truly representing the people. Any organisation which represents people will listen to the voice of the people, Pusa stated, adding making rhetoric about solution to the Naga political issue without coming forward for dialogue will be simply misleading the people. The Congress leader said defection and counter defection by “militants” at this juncture will neither serve the purpose nor impress the Naga public. He asked the NPG leaders not to be oblivious of the very purpose of Naga nationalism. He urged all sections of people, especially youth,

UNTABA reiterates appeal to reclaim Naga lands dimapur, april 23 (mExN): The United Naga Tribes Association on Border Areas (UNTABA) today reiterated its appeal to different NPGs, the apex Naga hohos and civil societies to unite for the “inalienable rights” of the historical and traditional Naga lands and for reclamations of the same on the basis of ‘9 Point Agreement’ made between the Government of India and the Naga people on June 27-29, 1947 in Kohima. This was reiterated during the meeting of UNTABA with the members of Joint Action Committee, Executive Committee and Advisory Board Members. While reviewing the “lack of political will and

apathetic indifference on the issue by the subsequent Government of Nagaland,” the meeting also restated its appeal made to the Government of Nagaland on various occasions that it must seriously consider to proactively engage for the fulfillment of Points No. 12 & 13 of the ’16 Point Agreement’ of 1960 so as to “amalgamate all the Naga traditional and historical lands illegally occupied by Assam in line with the geo-political developments in the aftermath of the ‘Framework Agreement’ of August, 2015 between the NSCN/GPRN and GoI.” This was informed in a press release issued by Imsumongba Pongen, General Secretary, UNTABA.

to unite and work for peace and progress of the state. “The gun culture has taken a prevailing position in most of the developing countries, intimidating the prospects of the youth who has a right to a peaceful and better life,” he added. “There is a need to generate a culture of peace and conflict free environment the congress leader.” He also pointed out that one significant role which the youth can play in peace and conflict resolution is for them to “be the change.” He said there is an urgent need to relook the need for community leadership and taking opportunities offered to prioritize leadership development program because "being deficient in knowledge about basic decision making encumber progress and therefore results in conflicts."

Wokha, april 23 (mExN): The Lotha Officers’ Association (LOA), earlier Lotha Gazetted Officers’ Association, inaugurated the renovated Wokha Town Hall on April 23. The Association simultaneously held its general conference with Y Patton, Minister for Home as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, Patton said it is high time that people understand to accommodate and live with each other. “During the election every person votes for the candidate he chooses, but after it, all must learn to cooperate and work with the person who is elected to represent the people,” he stated. Mmhonlumo Kikon, Parliamentary Secretary for Labour & Employ-

vironment protection and the impact of global warming. “Everyone should preserve and love the nature, to show that we can plant trees,” he stated. EFG Advisor Medoneisa Chadi appealed to the participants to stop the temperature from crossing 50 degrees by planting maximum trees and not to wait for the Government to plant trees. Live demo on Earth Day 2016 was presented by the students from some schools in Chiephobozou Town. This was followed by tree plantation with name plate initiated by EAC and the departments concerned present for the day.

The Association also resolved that the nomenclature Lotha Gazetted Officers’ Association will be changed to Lotha Officers’ Association and the general conference will be held annually. LOA office bearers for the year 2016 to 2019 were also elected as follows: President - T. Mhabemo Yanthan; Vice President - S Nyanbemo Tsanglao; General Secretary - Ellias T Lotha; Joint Secretary K Libanthung Patton; Finance Secretary - Thungbeni Ngullie; Information and Publicity Secretary - Renbeni Ngullie; and Treasurer - Er Mhathung Kithan. Joint Secretary LOA and Ramongo Lotha, outgoing President spoke on behalf of the outgoing office bearers.

New NAYO team takes over kohima, april 23 (mExN): The new team of officials of Northern Angami Youth Organization (NAYO) 2016-18 was formally inducted on April 22 at the Ura Academy hall, Kohima. Exhorting the gathering, Northern Angami Public Organization (NAPO) President Vilieo Rutsa maintained that Northern Angami people are greatly blessed with huge land and people and asserted “we should continue to live with the good deed of forefather and older generation.” He also recalled that the NAYO in the past achieved many laurels, glory and honour and hoped the new team will also emulate

MEx FILE Power supply to Niuland and Ralan interrupted dimapur, april 23 (mExN): Niuland and Ralan areas are reeling under a prolonged power cut since April 22. A press release from the Executive Engineer (Electrical Division), Chumukedima informed that it was due to a problem in the transmission line feeding power to the areas. Stating that the department is taking all efforts to restore the line, the release requested the consumers to bear with the inconvenience.

One held for selling drugs pErEN, april 23 (mExN): The Peren Town Youth Organization apprehended one Lungsang for selling illegal drugs. PTYO in a press release informed that a search operation was carried out in the residence of the accused on April 15, from where few strips of the banned drug Nitro Sun were recovered. The accused “having confessed his crime” has been booked and an FIR lodged, PTYO stated. Calling it a “major boost” towards “keeping a check on anti-social activities in and around Peren”, the PTYO cautioned individuals against indulging in such “criminal activities”. “Such unscrupulous elements in the society shall be dealt with sternly,” the youth organisation warned.

Mass sanitation drive in Zunheboto ZuNhEboto, april 23 (dipr): Zunheboto district will conduct a mass sanitation drive on April 25 coinciding with World Malaria Day. According to District Vector Borne Officer, Zunheboto, the colonies/ wards which carry out the best sanitation drive will be rewarded.

NAGOK meet kohima, april 23 (mExN): The Northern Angami Gazetted Officer’s Krotho (NAGOK) will hold its executive meeting on April 26, 5:00 pm at Hotel Vivor, Kohima. NAGOK President K. Neibou Sekhose has requested all the office bearers, unit presidents and secretaries to attend the same.

Western Sumi Hoho joint meeting

New NAYO office bearers for 2016-18 led by Neizolie Rüpreo as the President.

the same for the society. The President also stressed upon the need of unity and oneness amongst the Naga society and stated that the upcoming leaders should work for the welfare of the society and not for self or individual interest.

Earth Day: ‘Greenery for the future generation’ C h i E p h o b o Z o u, april 23 (mExN): Earth Day was observed by Earth Friendly Generation with the theme, ‘Greenery for the future generation’ at Chiephobozou on April 22. Around 400 people participated in the awareness programme. Keduolhoukho Chadi, Director EFG said that EFG is observing the day for the first time and will celebrate it every year. The main objective behind the observance was to create awareness amongst the people, he said. The special guest of the programme, EAC Ruopfükuotuo Nuodi highlighted the importance of en-

ment, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship & Border Affairs said, “As Lotha leaders, we need to have a proper coordination with the people. Correct us if there is any necessity and also appreciate us if we deserve.” Meanwhile, Dr. TM Lotha, Advisor for Treasuries and Accounts Rehab & Rehabilitation pointed out that the Town Hall had remained in unusable condition for about thirty years due to which the public of Wokha Town lost opportunities in the past. He also said as leaders of the people “we” should be united in strategy and action. Mhao Lotha, Chairman, Lotha Hoho apprised about the road conditions to the members of the legislative assembly.

NNC. It was also charged of being a party to NSCK-K for sending Hohos to talk to the leaders in Burma, he said. However, he appeal to all concerned to remain clear that the party’s conscience is very clear. “Since 1963, first Naga cease-fire till date, peace talk and po-

litical settlement remains our utmost agenda…The party so far maintained its principle position when it comes to Naga national aspiration.” The party’s position is that it will extend strategic and logistic support to any group that is in talks with the GoI. Meanwhile, he expressed concern that in less than 50 years’ time, Naga peoples’ lifestyle has drastically changed and traditional values of bravery, honesty, upright, good characters have been lost. The Nagas have started living lavishly without cross checking their earnings, he added. On this note, he said NPF will re-evaluate the old Naga traditional value of life - hard work, honesty and strong moral character. “Our party shall continue to work step by step as social political organization with our political agenda as catalyst at the grass root level,” he assured. The inaugural program was attended by host of central party leaders, frontal heads of the central party, division office bearers and Assembly constituency leaders.

Outgoing NAYO President, Peter Rutsa thanked the NAPO and all its frontal organizations for the support given to NAYO during his tenure. He also called upon the people to shed their personal differences and work for the betterment of society, adding

“to be a good leader, we need followers”. In his address, newly appointed NAYO President, Neizolie Rüpreo assured that he and his team will give their best for the welfare and betterment of NAYO in the years to come.

‘Adopt eco-friendly habits in day-to-day activities’

In view of thousands of young people across the world observing ‘Earth Day 2016’ by conducting various activities, campaigns and awareness programmes, including tree plantation drives, Yi Nagaland chapter along with its Yuva net in Patkai Christian College organised an event on April 22.

pErEN, april 23 (mExN): Peren Forest Division celebrated Earth Day in Jalukie on April 22 with the global theme “Trees for the Earth”. Speaking on the theme, Divisional Forest Officer of Peren C. Vilalhoulie emphasised on the importance of tree cover for sustenance of the fragile environment. He also underlined the role of stakeholders in bringing about a change in attitude and initiative driven efforts towards a holistic improvement of life and environment through adoption of ecofriendly habits in day-today activities.

The programme, chaired by Rampaukai, Assistant Conservator of Forests, was attended by a wide range of participants including Eco Clubs, churches, government departments and public of Jalukie. The day was marked by free seedling distribution to the participants and later on tree planting activities on the roadside of Jalukie Town. The Peren Forest Division has appreciated the participants who came and made the programme a success and urged the public of the area to safeguard the planted seedlings for future posterity.

dimapur, april 23 (mExN): The Interim Body of Western Sumi Hoho (WSH) has convened a joint meeting with all the frontal organisations of Western Sumi on April 26, 10:00 am at WSH Hiyam, Chekiye. Therefore, Presidents and General Secretaries of the frontals and newly elected office bearers and executives of WSH for the tenure 2016-2019 have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

NSSFOF and ANSTA joint meeting kohima, april 23 (mExN): A joint meeting of Nagaland Secondary Schools Field Officers Forum (NSSFOF) and All Nagaland School Teachers Association (ANSTA) has been convened on April 26, 11:00 am at CANSSEA Hall, Sepfüzou Kohima to discuss emergent issues of the department. All the districts and sub divisional office bearers of the two organizations have been asked to attend the meeting positively. Further information, if any, contact: 8014179214/ 9615149796.

Chishi clan to release genealogical book dimapur, april 23 (mExN): The Chishi Limi Kughuko genealogical book release and annual Hoho programme hosted by Dr. Nihoto P. Chishi, Head GB will be held on April 29, 10:00 am at Nihoto village, Dimapur. The chairman of Chishi Limi Kughuko, Dr. Hesheto Y. Chishi in a press note has requested all the Chishi clan members to attend the programme.

PLK condemns assault pErEN, april 23 (mExN): The Poilwa Lui Nkwa (PLK) has condemned the assault of a BRO officer and his official handyman allegedly by one Chikoppe on April 18 at Herakwa, Poilwa village. “Besides damaging the vehicle, the officials were also beaten and threatened with kukri,” stated a condemnation note issued by Heluibe, Secretary and I. Daniel Zeliang, Chairman of PLK. Reiterating that it will never tolerate the kind of behavior, the organization requested the law enforcing agency to take action against the accused at the earliest.

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_____________________________ Because Children Matters

The Lion and The Frog Story

Find the hidden picture

he Lion was the King of the forest. He had a powerful voice and he roared to please himself and scare others. All the animals were scared of him. He also knew every corner of the forest and every animal and every sound in it. Now, there was a pond in the middle of the forest. The Lion would drink water and sleep there for some time, every day. One day, the Lion finished drinking water and lay down by the pond. As his eyes were closing, he heard a new sound. It was a hollow, croaky sound. He opened his eyes, but he didn’t see anyone! Then,

he heard it a second, and a third time. By now, the Lion was scared and thought in fear, ‘What if it were a ghost?’ After some time, a Frog crawled out of the pond and croaked. The Lion saw that he

had been scared out of his wits by so small a creature! He grew angry with the Frog and tore it to pieces with his claws. The poor Frog never croaked again!

Lets Use a balloon Get to amplify sound

Busy

mall sounds can still make a big noise when you use a good sound conductor. Experiment with a balloon, compressed air and your own ears to find out how it works and the science behind it. What you'll need: Balloon Instructions: • Blow up the balloon. • Hold the balloon close to your ear while you tap lightly on the other side. What's happening? Despite you only tapping lightly on the balloon your ears can hear the noise loudly. When you blew up the balloon you forced the air molecules inside the balloon closer to each other. Because the air molecules inside the balloon are closer together, they become a better conductor of sound waves than the ordinary air around you.

Find the one that is different

Being Special

Your child with autism is doing more -- and better -- than you think! Lisa Jo Rudy

Autism Spectrum Disorders Expert

f you think your child with autism is doing less than his typical classmates, think again. Chances are, your kid is doing more, and better, than many of the children in his class. What gives me this crazy idea? Recently, I've had occasion to spend a little time with some typically developing kids outside of the school setting. Most of these kids, ages 6-12, had their noses buried in iPads, smart phones, or the equivalent. Few conversed. I said hello to one or two; none made eye contact and only one mumbled a return greeting. There was no possibility of conversation. These typical kids spend

planned and managed by adults. Any time that is not managed is spent in front of the TV or the computer, or on a cell phone. In general, these kids take ordinary classes, finish school when the school bell rings, take part in extracurricular activities of their choice, and have few additional demands placed on them - of any sort. Amazingly, I saw no concern on the part of their parents that these kids were not making eye contact. No one seemed to care that they were not conversing. There was no expectation that they'd make their own beds or meals - or even speak on their own behalf to a clerk or waitress. Yet children in autism support classes are expected, from a very young age, to make eye contact and

caught playing on his own course of a day than the with an iPad or video game average child. Many go is immediately pulled away back and forth to a refrom the activity and ensource room, to therawhich would not be visgaged in a social interacpists, and to social skills ited on a typical child tion. Children with autism groups; in part because behavior are expected and taught to • Are expected to engage plans for autistic chilmanage daily self-help acappropriately with typidren are already in place tivities, and generally parcal peers, despite the and ready to be used, ticipate in the adult world in fact that they're often while teachers don't a manner rarely dreamed of in typical classes only have the time or support by typical children. occasionally. And, reto manage the behaviors Add to this the fact that gardless of the fact that of typical children; autistic children in public they're socially chalschools are often asked to lenged, they're expected • Are expected to finish school for the day and manage many more tranto somehow overcome then, rather than watchsitions and challenges any stigma or anxiety ing TV or taking karate, than the average child. that comes along with must then continue Consider that children being an outsider; with intensive therawith autism: • Are expected to learn pies, specialized treat• Are expected to take not only the academic ments and other farstandardized tests, yet curriculum but also a from-relaxing activities. are rarely as fully precomplex social, compared for the tests than munications, sensory, • Are often expected to conform to a unique diet the typical child (after all, and skills-based curthat excludes them from their IEPs don't include riculum which is essenenjoying ordinary treats test prep - and children tially an "add-on" to the of ice cream, pizza, or with autism are often in typical academic load; birthday cake - and yet therapy sessions when • Are expected to be-

FAITH LEAF

SunDAY 24•04•2016

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INSPIRATIONAL STORIES, MESSAGES, POEMS & SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCES

Divine comfort in the midst of affliction

Selie Visa

the son of a wealthy, notable doctor. Suicides are increasing at alarming rates. French philosopher Jean Paul Sartre expressed the despair many feel when he wrote, "Now I know, things are entirely what they appear to be, and behind them there is nothing." Millions of people are feeling the despair of like Sartre, the clinical psychologist and the high school boy. They feel that life is empty and they kill themselves or seek escape through drug or alcohol addiction. Why do people despair of life itself? Psychologists offer many solutions to that question, but only one true solution exists--Jesus Christ. Only he can meet our deepest needs when suddenly our world is falling apart. God has plenty to say about our outer pressures, inner despair and everyday struggles.

cripture Passage: Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows. If we are distressed, it is for your comfort and salvation; if we are comforted, it is for your comfort, which produces in you patient endurance of the same sufferings we suffer. And our hope for you is firm, because we know that just as you share in our sufferings, so also you share in our comfort. (2 Corinthians 1:3-7) God's limitless compassion: Paul offers praise to God for Overpowered by Nothingness: consoling and encouraging him. A well-known clinical psychologist He highlights the aspects of God's in Portland committed suicide, character he had come to value leaving this note to his staff: "Tonight, in deeper measure as a result of I feel tired, alone, and suddenly very personal need and divine response, old. The full understanding of these namely, God's limitless compassion feelings will come to you when you and never-failing comfort. too, are tired, alone and old." Psalm 145:9 The LORD is good to A boy put a gun to his head and all; he has compassion on all he has shot himself. He was only 16 and made.

any times in life things are beyond our control. It's only natural to have doubts, fears and inhibitions in the things that you do. In fact, life would be blunt without surprises and mysteries. Hence, testing times are when faith rises above the status quo to reveal Christ. Your status quo might be generational curses, unforgiveness, unfulfilled desires, hurt, rejection, career problems and a host of unimaginable things. It is difficult to focus on Jesus when so many voices bang like war drums in your mind. You don't know which is which. It is therefore very important to note that we are "not of the world but chosen out of the world" (John 15:18-19) in the real sense of the term: that Christ is the only one we have to have to worship and adore. All others are third-rate or not a matter of concern for us, in a sense. God is a God who handles. He can handle all there is. You need: FAITH. God often puts you through many intensive classes on faith in life. And faith is like egg. You have to boil it to make it sturdy and lasting. It's

Isaiah 51:3 The LORD will surely comfort Zion and will look with compassion on all her ruins; he will make her deserts like Eden, her wastelands like the garden of the LORD. Joy and gladness will be found in her, thanksgiving and the sound of singing.

trials we experience trials is enable us to comfort others who are hurting. Christians who are walking with the Lord have much to share regarding the blessings God has given them in times of deep need or despair. To experience God's help, consolation, and encouragement in the midst of all one's affliction is to become indebted God is all-sufficient: and equipped to communicate the Paul experienced desperate need- divine comfort to others in any kind of - physically, emotionally and affliction or distress. financially. Yet he declared, "And my God will meet all your needs Greater suffering, greater comfort: according to his glorious riches in Whenever Christ's sufferings Christ Jesus. To our God and Father were multiplied in Paul's life, be glory for ever and ever. Amen" God's comfort was also multiplied (Philippians 4:19-20). From personal through the ministry of Christ. The experience Paul spoke of a God who greater the suffering, the greater proved sufficient for the pressures the comfort and the greater the of his life. Even Paul was not exempt ability to share with others the from the temptation to despair, but divine sympathy. "The sufferings of he knew how to flee to his Heavenly Christ" include sufferings that befall Father for comfort. The glory of God's the man in Christ engaged in his providential care must always be service. They are Christ's sufferings recognized by his children. Even the not simply because they are similar eternal ages yet to come will not be to his but because they contribute sufficient to exhaust the praises that to the fulfillment of the suffering belong to him. destined for the body of Christ or because Christ continues to identify Strengthened through trials: himself with his afflicted church. Paul sees his suffering not merely as Little wonders that in 1 personally beneficial, driving him to Corinthians 1:3-7 the word trust God alone, but also as directly "comfort" appears no fewer than benefiting those he ministered to. The nine times. And each time, the

We Just Passed On Taliakum

the boiling trials in your life that make your faith strong. That enables you to absorb a lot of pressure as well as enable you to know the value of your faith. Be patient. Patience begets faith. Know that life is not just fat but bones and ligaments to chew on. Jesus frankly said that there will be trials and more but 'be of good cheer'(John 16:33). So we know, according to Jesus, that life is not only blessings all the way. Things do happen in life because God wants us to grow. Whatever we think of as otherwise might be blessing according to God. We should not arrive at conclusions easily. It is said that when golf balls were first made, the manufacturers believed that the ball would fly faster and smoother if the balls were smoothened out. It turned out to be exactly the opposite. So, the balls were roughed up and that made the ball fly farther. God will rough you up so that you can 'soar

on wings of eagle' (Isaiah 40:31) and go the distance. When things got rough for the Israelites on their way to the promised land, they did not look at God. Instead, they quickly thought back to the days in Egypt. They thought that was it. Yet, at no time God ever told them to turn their face towards Egypt. He only told them to go to the land of His promise. Many times we turn back our face and that is why we miss our steps and stub a toe or two against a stone in our path forward. We realise it only after the pain signals hit our brain. The Psalmist wrote, "Your Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path" (Psalm 119:105). And this is from a person who was after God's own heart (1 Samuel 13:14) and who stubbed his toe or two many a time in his walk with the Lord. The Word of God is our lamp and our light. Be assured that God is watching a n d h e w i l l n e ve r leave you nor forsake

you(Deuteronomy 31:6). That much is true and we need to be yielding to the chastening and directions of the Lord in our pursuits for holier things in life for God is holy. On the other hand, being in the centre of God's will does not mean its all glory hallelujah all the way. Things are not always favourable. Jesus was humiliated even unto death on a cross, though in the perfect will of God. That is why we need to know that God does work in contrasting ways to ours. He knows best. There we are on His operation theatre table and He operates on us and makes us a healthier spiritual being. He is the Master surgeon. Be reminded that God has called you to bless and not curse. We are to hold fast to Jesus. It will be for just a little while because we have eternity to live in His presence at the end. Christ is revealed in us in a more real, deeper and personal way with each passing moment.

Our lives are passing away like a dew drop. And dew drops aren't meant to live long. The brief time that we have is all we have. So, we need to shine His light through us to a dying world. Come to Jesus. All the tempest in life will fade away like a rainbow. You have reached thus far in your walk with the Lord through many ups and downs. The good thing is you are here today and not lost. You may be in an impossible junction in your life at the moment. The clouds are grey and the courage is faint and perhaps, you are about to give way like a dandelion to be blown about at will. Whatever the circumstance may be, all is well with the soul that humbles more and trusts the Lord. Amazing grace is when God gives us the very privilege to look at our own shadows knowing that we are His reflection and He is the source of light. No, we are not far from Him. We are as close to Him as it can be. Just the brush of His presence is enough for us to know we are found and not lost. And in the shadows, God whispers, "This too shall pass." We are not stuck. We just passed on.

verb is used to illustrate how God stands beside us and encourages us in the midst of our severest trials. Unfortunately, when many Christians face trials, they forget to look to God for comfort.

God comforts us to be comforters: Paul's affliction and endurance of his trials ultimately benefited the Corinthians in that he was now equipped to administer divine encouragement to them when they were afflicted and to ensure their preservation when they underwent trials. Paul makes explicit the divine comfort he received in the midst of affliction. Whether he suffered affliction or received comfort, the advantage remained the same for the Corinthians. They too would know an inner revitalization, an infusion of divine strength that would enable them to endure patiently the same type of trial that confronted Paul. Since Paul realized that to share Christ's sufferings always involved the experience of God's comfort through that suffering, his hope that the Corinthians would be triumphant in their time of trial was securely grounded. When God’s grace is magnified: In 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 Paul wrote,

“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.” Paul was hard pressed on every side, but not completely cornered and never driven to surrender. He was at a loss, but never totally at a loss. He was hounded by the foe, but not left to his mercy. He was knocked to the ground, but not permanently grounded. In the ministry of comfort, God's Word comes alive, and his promises become active and real. Suddenly you understand why you went through your hardship. Paul bore marks on his body as the result of the persecutions he had endured for the sake of his Lord. These marks revealed his relationship to Christ. Paul wrote that even the most severe pressures of daily life never separate us from the tenderness and compassion of our Heavenly Father. On the contrary, when we feel like our world is falling apart, God's power and grace are magnified. Paul is not saying that we won't face disappointment, suffering or conflict in life. But he is saying that no Christian need ever despair because we worship the God of all comfort-- the God who is sufficient for every pressure of life.

Who you are in the fire is who you really are Lisa Bevere

don't really like this truth, but here it is: Who you are in the fire is who you are. I want to imagine that who I am on television is the true representation of who I am. I like the edited version of me. I like how I look after an hour with a makeup artist and someone who actually knows how to style my hair. I like kind lighting and a controlled set. But none of these dynamics reveal my hidden flaws. Those usually come out when some area of my life is crossed. This reminds me of something God spoke through the prophet Isaiah: "See, I have refined you, but not with silver; I have chosen you in the furnace of affliction" (Is. 48:10, MEV). I would have loved it if God had rephrased some of this. "I have tested you in the sauna of the spa experience," for example, would have been nice. In the book of Esther, we read: "Before a girl's turn came to go in to King Xerxes, she had to complete twelve months of beauty treatments" (2:12, NIV). I have told my husband he would have an Esther too if I could go through a year's worth of beauty treatments. But alas, just like Esther, we are not defined by who we are in the spa. We are defined by who we are in the fire. Many years ago, I was given a portion of an amethyst geode. The outside is gnarled and rusty. Looking at it, you would never guess that it encases pristine purple crystal formations. Nothing on the outside of the geode betrays even a hint of the beauty on the inside. The outside tells the story of the heat and the pressure, but

the inside reveals what beauty has been born of this encounter with fire. Most gemstones are mined. This means they are forged in a hidden environment of pressure before they are ever unearthed and brought into the light. In the same way, you and I hold much beauty and worth. But we must be willing to face some heat in order to allow the treasure inside to come through. There is something of beauty to be learned from every dark and lonely place in our lives. It is in those times of obedience during suffering that we have an opportunity to experience our Father as more than enough. Out of the rough material of our trials, He is more than willing to fashion objects of beauty. The Bible tells us that Jesus endured the cross for the joy set before Him. In our trials, large or small, it is crucial that we allow joy to be set before us. Are you facing some pressure today? Do you believe God is ready to take the pain and frustration and make it an object of beauty? If so, let's pray together. "Heavenly Father, I come to You in the name of Jesus. By the power of Your Holy Spirit, I ask You to take the rocks in my life and make them objects of beauty. Have Your way, Father. Purify me and bring forth what is precious with Your holy fire. Give me Your eyes to see and the faith to receive Your promise of beauty and strength in every season. In Jesus's name, amen." If you want to dive deeper into this topic, you can check out my book Fight Like a Girl: The Power of Being a Woman. Lisa Bevere is an international speaker, best-selling author, and co-founder of Messenger International.

God’s Goodness in the Vineyard Bethel Beliefs on Signs, Erik Raymond

God even appeals to any who would dare condemn him for not being gracious, there is nothing more he could have done. He has been exceedingly gracious.

t starts out like a love song but then it abruptly takes a turn to a sharp rebuke. God’s poem for Israel in chapter 5 of Isaiah serves to remind us of his goodness. It may seem surprising to say goodness in the midst of threatening for judgment, but I assure you it is here. God’s goodness in caring for his people In verse one of chapter 5 we read that God is singing for his beloved. He is singing over his vineyard, which is Israel (Is. 5.7). He is so good and kind to show love (1), care (2a) and optimism (2b). There is a serious investment in this vineyard. God’s work in this vineyard to care for his people shows his goodness. God’s goodness in judging his people But as we read, the people are rebellious. They have disobeyed God’s word and have earned

the coming judgment (Is. 5.57). God even appeals to any who would dare condemn him for not being gracious, there is nothing more he could have done (Is. 5.3-4). He has been exceedingly gracious. Now God must act and judge. What comes in the remainder of the chapter is nothing short of a blistering humiliation in judgment. Everywhere that Israel exalted itself they will in like manner be humiliated. And further, everywhere that God has been ignored or marginalized he will be seen to be glorious. Isaiah pronounces a series of woes upon the people (8, 11, 18, 20, 22, 23). These woes show the abuse of the material blessings in the first two and then the violation of God’s moral and spiritual standard in the final four. Here we are reminded that it is God’s goodness that demands God’s judgment. This sounds a little counterintuitive at first blush. After all, how can God’s goodness demand such a thing as wrath? It is because sin is ultimately against God. It is be smudging of his glory, a defaming of his character, a belittling of his fame. If God were to simply turn a blind eye to this he would be the very opposite of good. To do this he would be compromising his goodness. By a lack of judgment he would be (however passively) calling evil good and good evil. This is one of the things that God is judging them for (cf. Is. 5.20).

God shows his goodness in how and through him they can bear fruit. Shocking! he responds to wickedness. “I am the vine; you are the God’s goodness in saving his branches. Whoever abides in people me and I in him, he it is that This image of the vineyard was bears much fruit, for apart without a doubt ingrained in from me you can do nothing. If the minds of the Jews. They had anyone does not abide in me he been God’s vineyard but because is thrown away like a branch and of sin he had brought in the withers; and the branches are nations to judge them. By the gathered, thrown into the fire time of Jesus’ earthly ministry, and burned.” (John 15:5–6) the Assyrians, Babylonians and Here is God’s goodness on even the Romans have shared in display. The promised King from the expression of this judgment. Isaiah 6 was here. He comes and The vineyard was overgrown says, “The vineyard was planted with thistles, thorns, briars, and and destroyed because of its was badly parched (Is. 5.6). stink fruit. But I am the true vine. Then you have Jesus coming If you abide in me you will bear onto this scene with the thistles good fruit.” What a message! and dried-out leaves of the good Christ comes as the Israel of old days crunching under his feet God, the true vine, to bring his as he walked about. He comes to the Jews and he speaks to them wandering and wounded home. How good is God? He does not and says this, ““I am the true vine, and my leave his people to suffer for Father is the vinedresser.” (John their sin but he sends his son to do it for them. God’s goodness 15:1) What do you think they might is displayed in his saving of his have been thinking? Probably, people. “Oh give thanks to the Lord, “Who does this guy think he is?” for he is good, for his steadfast But he would say more, “Every branch in me that does love endures forever! Let the not bear fruit he takes away, and redeemed of the Lord say so, every branch that does bear fruit whom he has redeemed from he prunes, that it may bear more trouble and gathered in from the lands, from the east and from the fruit.” (John 15:2) This would ring a bell. Israel west, from the north and from the was told that instead of producing south.” (Psalm 107:1–3) “good fruit” they produced “bad Erik is a pastor at Emmaus fruit”—actually, more literally Bible Church (EmmausBible “stink fruit.” Therefore, God Church.org), a church plant judged them. Now, Jesus comes south of Omaha. along and says that he is the vine

Wonders and Miracles Kris Vallotton

here are a few subjects that come up over and over with people who are opposed to Bethel or that misunderstand our position on certain issues. I thought I would try to clarify some of these issues for the people who truly care about our perspectives. I am not writing an exhaustive theological dissertation on each point to try and convince our detractors that we are right. I am simply trying to make it clear, in simple terms, what we believe and why. Signs, Wonders and Miracles Signs, wonders and miracles seem to be a constant point of turmoil with people who oppose us. Some write about me, Bill Johnson or Bethel Church as if we were the originators of the idea that Christians should have a supernatural lifestyle. This is comical to me. People will often write something like, "Bill Johnson says," and then go on to quote the Bible word for word. For example, it was Jesus who said, "He who has believed and has been baptized shall be saved ... these signs will accompany those who have believed in My name: they will cast out demons, they will speak with new tongues; they will pick up serpents, and if they drink any deadly poison, it will not hurt them; they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover" (Mark 16:16-18). We have no interest in picking up snakes or drinking poison. We don't think that was Christ's point. He was simply articulating that believers have power over the demonic realm and over all the harmful elements that exist on this planet. Superior Kingdom When Christians supernaturally overcome sickness, disease or demons,

it's a sign that a superior kingdom has been superimposed over an inferior world. Jesus went on to say, "Truly, truly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do, he will do also; and greater works than these he will do; because I go to the Father" (John 14:10-12). The exhortation, command and commission to do miracles, heal the sick and cast out demons is all throughout the New Testament. A supernatural lifestyle is articulated, demonstrated and replicated by Jesus and the apostles, as well as everyday believers from the book of Matthew to the book of Revelation. Not only that, but miracles, in one form or another, have been a part of nearly every revival in church history. Get What Jesus Paid For Yet some Christians choose to live with less than Jesus paid for, and that is their prerogative. It's common for believers to shrink back when some reporter asks with a sarcastic grin, "Do you believe you can do miracles or drink poison and not be harmed, or pick up poisonous snakes?" I personally hate snakes, but my response is that I believe everything that Jesus said about me! Let's face it folks, the world has some doctrines that take a lot more faith to swallow than we do. They believe in creation with no Creator, in fetuses that aren't people, and they are convinced that life with a purpose originated from a cosmic accident. It takes more faith to make God disappear than it does to live for Him. Do you agree with this? Tell me in the comments below. Kris Vallotton is the Senior Associate Leader of Bethel Church in Redding, California and co-founder of Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry (BSSM).

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Heat wave: At least 128 dead in Odisha, Telangana STATE GOvErnmEnTS AnnOuncE rS 50,000 cOmPEnSATiOn

new delhi, april 23 (aGenCies): Even as the country continues to be gripped by a heat wave, death toll in Odisha and Telangana shot up along with the mercury level. The death toll in Odisha on Saturday reached 79, while at least 49 people died in Telangana due to the scorching heatstroke. According to news agency ANI, 48 degree Celsius temperature was recorded in Odisha's Titlagarh today. While temperature in eight districts of Odisha crossed 45 degree Celsius. In Telangana, temperature has been hovering above 40 degrees Celsius in most parts of the state since last fortnight prompting the government to issue a heat wave alert in all districts. According to a bulletin issued by India Meteorological Department (IMD) today, heat wave conditions are likely to prevail at a few places in Telangana today and tomorrow. Telangana government

has also launched a web portal for heat wave predictions and necessary resources available at respective places in case of emergency. The IMD has warned of severe heat wave conditions that are likely to prevail over isolated places in the districts of Adilabad, Nizamabad, Karimnagar, Medak and Nalgonda of Telangana. Meanwhile, the state governments of Odisha and Telangana today announced Rs 50,000 as exgratia to the kin of those who died due to sun stroke. Last month, in its first ever summer forecast, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted that temperatures between April and June were going to be warmer than usual. It had also said that above normal heat wave conditions would be seen in central and northwest India. That prediction has come true with an intensity that has turned much of the country into an inferno. In

the hottest April on record, the mercury has already gone past the 47 degree Celsius mark in Odisha’s Titlagarh. The worst-hit have been Odisha, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh along with parts of Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Jharkhand. Severe heat wave conditions are likely to prevail over isolated places in several districts of Telangana for the next four days, according to the IMD. It seems that people of West Bengal aslo can't find an escape route from the heat wave either. The Met department predicted severe heatwave like conditions to prevail for few days. Two persons died in Birbhum and Howrah, reportedly due to heat stroke. Bankura recorded a maximum of 45 degrees Celsius while Krishnagar sizzled at 44. Sriniketan, Burdwan Behrampur and Malda crossed the 40 degree Celsius mark. Kolkata recorded 39 degree Celsius.

A child takes bath at a roadside water faucet in Kolkata on April 21. (Xinhua/Tumpa Mondal)

India signs historic agreement pledging to fight climate change

United nations, april 23 (ians): Pledging India's commitment to fight global warming, Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar signed the historic Paris climate change agreement Friday calling it "the triumph of collective wisdom" in the global race to save the planet. The key element of the agreement that UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called "the covenant with the future" is a global effort to keep the rise in global temperatures below 2 degrees centigrade compared to the preindustrial era level. After a parade of 175 leaders - presidents, prime ministers, princes, ministers and ambassadors - signed the agreement, the largest number of nations ever to sign such a pact at one time, Ban declared, "When I look out at the horizon, I see, more clearly than ever, the outlines of a new and

better world." Speaking at the signing ceremony, Javadekar made a plea for "sustainable lifestyles and sustainable consumption" and for climate justice, both of which are in the agreement's preamble. "We must chalk up our action plans to implement the Paris Agreement based on these two features," he said. "If we continue with unsustainable consumption patterns, we will require three planets," he warned. "But we don't have three, we have only one planet, which people call mother earth. We must, therefore, take care of this one mother earth." Earlier in an interview he had attributed sustainable lifestyles and climate justice finding a place in the preamble to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's forceful advocacy. Javadekar solemnly reiterated India's commitment to reduce its emissions intensity - the amount of

97-year-old man in Bihar appears for MA exam

patna, april 23 (ians): A 97-year-old man, who had graduated in 1938, has has appeared in an exam for a postgraduate degree of Nalanda Open University (NOU). Clad in a light coloured shirt and dark trousers, Raj Kumar Vaishya wrote in English and used 23 sheets in his M.A. economics part one exam, an NOU official told IANS here on Saturday. He sat for three hours in the examination centre like the others, most of them younger than his grand-children, the official said. Vaishya enrolled last year for an M.A. in economics for two reasons: to fulfil his long nurtured desire to get a Masters degree and to study economics to be able to understand why India has failed to solve problems like poverty. Born on April 1, 1920, in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly town, Vaishya retired in 1980 as a general manager in a private firm in Koderma (now in Jharkhand). He did his graduation from Agra University in 1938 and got a degree in law in 1940.

Hema Malini got Rs 70 crore land for Rs 1.75 lakh, reveals RTI query

MUMbai, april 23 (pti): Bollywood actress and lawmaker Hema Malini has been alloted land worth Rs 70 crore for just Rs 1.75 lakh for a dance academy in upmarket Oshiwara in Mumbai under a revised policy of Maharashtra government, an RTI query has revealed. Documents accessed by RTI activist Anil Galgali from the Suburban Collector’s office shows the government has allotted a 2,000 square metre prime plot to the BJP Lok Sabha MP for Rs 1.75 lakh at a rate of Rs 87.50 per square metre for construction of a dance academy. An RTI plea filed earlier by Galgali had revealed the actress was allotted the land at a rate of Rs 35 per square metre (costing Rs 70,000). After the issue generated a controversy in February this year, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered a revision of the policy of allotting land to private trusts and artists. Since Malini, a trained Bharatnatyam dancer, has already paid Rs 10 lakh as advance, the government would have to refund her the outstanding Rs 8.25 lakh, said Galgali. According to the documents, the land in question is reserved for a garden, and allotment has been done on the basis of valuation prevailing as on February 1, 1976, which was Rs 350 per square metre.

SpiceJet sacks pilot for sexual harassment

new delhi, april 23 (ians): Budget passenger carrier SpiceJet on Saturday said that it has sacked a commander-level pilot on charges of sexual harassment. The pilot was sacked after an internal complaint committee found him to be guilty of misconduct and sexually harassing an air hostess. The incident occurred during the airline's February 28 Kolkata-Bangkok flight when the commander allegedly asked the air hostess to sit with him in the cockpit. According to sources, the pilot allegedly asked his co-pilot to leave the cockpit for a substantial period of time, leaving the commander and the air hostess alone. The commander repeated the act on the return leg of the journey. The pilot also used "unparliamentary language" with the Cabin Crew In Charge (CCI). Further, on complaint of the air hostess an internal committee was set up to look into the matter and found the commander guilty. The DGCA is said to have taken note of the flight safety breach caused by the incident. The absence of the co-pilot from the cockpit for a substantial period of time is considered to be a major safety breach and violation of operational procedures. If found guilty of safety breach the flying license of the pilot may be suspended.

carbon output per unit of gross domestic product (GDP) - by 35 percent, to build up the non-fossil fuel power generation capacity to 40 percent, and to undertake a massive afforestation effort that will absorb 2.5 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Javadekar reminded the developed countries of their responsibilities. "Developed world must take enhanced targets for the pre-2020 period," which are required for the agreement to proceed, he said. "There cannot be an action holiday of five years." He also raised the issue of barriers being placed by developed nations in the way of adoption and proliferation of technologies for renewable energies. "Competitiveness concerns should not over shadow our common resolve to build a sustainable future," he said adding that he did not want to name any countries because of

the solemnity of the occasion. The US took successful action against India before the World Trade Organisation over the requirements that certain parts for use in the Indian solar programmed should be made in India. New Delhi is challenging the ruling. The opening of the signing ceremony bestowed an honor for an Indian, Mahindra Group CEO Anand Mahindra, who was chosen to speak on behalf of the world's private sector. It was also a recognition of the active role the Indian private sector had taken on for limiting climate change. Mahindra said the agreement gave "business a chance to redeem itself from the trust deficit." He likened the process of arriving at the agreement to the manthan or churning in the Hindu scriptures that brought forth amrit or nectar of everlasting life, in this

case the pact to "safeguard the world as we know it." The opening ceremony had a touch of glamour and drama amid a display of international power by political potentates. Actor Leonardo DiCaprio was one of the main speakers at the event and he said, "Now think about the shame that each of us will carry when our children and grandchildren look back and realise that we had the means of stopping this devastation, but simply lacked the political will to do so." Children representing 197 countries wearing shirts that read, "Your promise, our future," made their generation's case for the environment. US Secretary of State John Kerry held his two-year-old granddaughter Isabelle DobbsHigginson on his lap as he signed the agreement to emphasize the inter-generational responsibilities.

GST, Enemy Property Bill among key bills on parliament's agenda new delhi, april 23 (ians): Important legislation, including the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill, Enemy Property Bill, Railways Appropriation Bill and Afforestation Fund Bill, besides the ratification of President's Rule in Uttarakhand, are on the agenda of the parliament session beginning on Monday. The session will conclude on till May 13. “Financial business, including discussion on demands for grants of various ministries in Lok Sabha and working of some ministries in Rajya Sabha, consideration and passing of the Railways Appropriation Bill, 2016, and Finance Bill, 2016, constitutes the main agenda of this session,” a parliamentary ministry statement said on Saturday. “Apart from ratification of Presidential rule in Uttarakhand under Article 356 of the Constitution, two ordinances, that is, the Uttarakhand Appropriation (vote on account) Ordinance, 2016 and the Enemy Prop-

erty (Amendment and Validation) Second Ordinance, 2016 are also on the agenda,” the statement added. The Lok Sabha may also take up the Sikh Gurudwaras (Amendment) Bill, 2016, which was passed by Rajya Sabha; the Factories (Amendment) Bill, 2014; the Electricity Amendment Bill, 2014; and the Lok Pal and Lok Ayuktas and other related laws (Amendment) Bill, 2014. The respective standing committees have submitted reports in the last three mentioned bills. Other key bills lined up in the Lok Sabha are the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2015; the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Amendment Bill, 2015, and the Consumer Protection Bill, 2015, among others. Legislative business likely to be taken up in Rajya Sabha include the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order (Amendment) Bill, 2016 (passed by the Lok Sabha); the Appropriation Acts (Repeal) Bill, 2016 as passed by Lok

Sabha; the Enemy Property (Amendment and Validation) Bill, 2016 (passed by the Lok Sabha and referred to select committee of the house); and the Whistle Blowers Protection (Amendment) Bill, 2015 (passed by Lok Sabha). The other bills likely to be taken up include the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Bill, 1987; the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (Amendment) Bill, 2015 (passed by Lok Sabha and referred to the joint committee), among others. During the last session of parliament between February 23 and March 16, both the houses had 16 sittings during which 11 bills were introduced in Lok Sabha and one in Rajya Sabha. The lower house passed nine bills while the upper house cleared 11 bills. Ten bills were passed by both the houses including the Real Estate (Development and Regulation) Bill, 2016, and the Election Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2016.

Delhi is predicted get hotter with the temperature rising from 37 degree Celsius on Saturday to 44 degrees Celsius on April 30. The minimum temperature is predicted to stay around 24 degrees for the rest of April. In Haryana, Hisar recorded a high of 40 degrees Celsius, while Ambala 38.1 degree Celsius. Chandigarh was relatively cooler at 37.5 degree Celsius after a drizzle. In Punjab, Amritsar recorded a high of 35.3 degree Celsius, while Ludhiana and Patiala recorded a maximum temperature of 38 degree Celsius. Uttar Pradesh too continued to swelter with dry weather. The highest maximum temperature in the state was 44 degree Celsius recorded at Allahabad. In Maharasthra, Bramhapuri town in Chandrapur district recorded a highest temperature of 46 degrees Celsius. Chandrapur recorded a high of 45 degrees Celsius, Nagpur 44.8 degrees Celsius and Wardha 44.2 degrees Celsius.

HRD ministry announces Child tracking, other school initiatives

new delhi, april 23 (pti): The HRD ministry is bringing in a child tracking system for over 200 million children across the country which will be used to monitor their progress from one class to another and also identify drop outs. "Introducing a child tracking system for over 200 million children all across the country to track movement class to class, identify drop outs," HRD minister Smriti Irani said in a series of tweets today on the initiatives taken by her ministry in the field of school education. In another tweet, Irani said that due to Right to Education, the concept of bridge schools was discontinued "which disabilitated entrance of out of school children into the school system (sic)." Moving to other initiatives of the HRD ministry, Irani said that rather than monitoring the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA), the programme for achievement of universalisation of elementary education, annually as was done during the UPA, her ministry would track it online daily. "We did mid term review online. This year we shall track SSA daily online. Real time data will help engage productively with states," she said. Sarva Siksha Abhiyaan under UPA regime was monitored once a year and was not facilitating solutions real time, she added. Irani also annouced that her ministry is de-

veloping an expenditure portal that centralises various sources of school education data in India. She also mentioned a first of its kind portal for Teacher Education Institutions which will ensure transparency and grading. The HRD minister said her ministry is supporting states to help build composite schools by rationalising stand alone schools with low enrollment and one teacher. "Smaller schools are either mentored by larger schools in same geographical area or are merged in the interest of students," she tweeted. She also announced that the National Assessment Survey (NAS) which was done once in three years by NCERT, will now be done annually. NAS, henceforth, will be competency based, she said in a tweet adding that states are to do assessment in all schools from classes 1 to 8. "Learning outcome portal being designed by NCERT which will have videos so that outcomes are easily comprehended n tests voluntarily taken," she tweeted. In another message, Irani mentioned said the Shala Siddhi scheme of her ministry will be extended to all schools. "Under Shaala Siddhi school evaluation was undertaken since November 2015. This year we shall extend it to all schools across the country," she said.

New rules for relief, speedy justice to SC/ST victims of rape, other atrocities

new delhi, april 23 (pti): Women belonging to SCs/STs who are victims of rape and gang rape will now get relief of up to Rs 5 lakh and Rs 8.25 lakh, a separate provision introduced for the first time, and those suffering other atrocities of grievous nature will get relief on conclusion of trial even if it does not end in conviction. The new Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment Rules, 2016, notified by government, include the words rape and gang rape specifically in the definition of atrocities against SC/ST women to enable them to get relief under the Act. The new rules also make provision of increased relief to victims ranging from Rs 85,000 to Rs 8.25 lakh now, against the earlier amount ranging from Rs 75,000 to Rs 7.5 lakh. The new rules also mandate that investigation and filing of charge sheet in cases of atrocities against SC/ST women will now have to be completed within 60

days of committing the offence. Earlier, there was no such time limit for filing of charge sheet, but the investigations in cases were earlier mandated to be completed within a 30 day period. The new rules also seek to delink requirement of medical examination for getting relief amount for non-invasive kind of offences against women like sexual harassment, gestures or acts intended to insult the modesty of women, assault or use of criminal force with intent to disrobe, voyeurism, stalking. “Provision of admissible relief amount to SC/ST women for offences of grievous nature, on conclusion of trial, even though not ending in conviction,” an official release said. The rules envisage that for “victims of gang rape [Section 376D of the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860)], Rs eight lakh and twenty-five thousand rupees to the victim be made payment with 50 per cent after medical exami-

nation and confirmatory medical report; 25 per cent when the charge sheet is sent to the court; and 25 per cent. on conclusion of trial by the lower court.” In the case of rape [Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860)], “a provision of Rs five lakh rupees payment is to be made – 50 per cent after medical examination and confirmatory medical report; 25 per cent when the charge sheet is sent to the court; and 25 per cent on conclusion of trial by the lower court.” The new rules also make provision of admissible relief in cash or in kind or both within seven days to the victims of atrocity, their family members and dependents, according to the time frames set in rules notified by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. “The District Magistrate or the Sub- Divisional Magistrate or any other Executive Magistrate shall make necessary administrative and other arrangements and provide relief in cash or in

kind or both within seven days to the victims of atrocity, their family members and dependents according to the scale provided… and such immediate relief shall also include food, water, clothing, shelter, medical aid, transport facilities and other essential items,” the rules envisage. For immediate withdrawal of money from the treasury so as to timely provide the relief amount, the concerned state government or Union territory administration may provide necessary authorisation and powers to the District Magistrate. “The Special Court or the Exclusive Special Court may also order socio-economic rehabilitation during investigation, inquiry and trial…,” they said. “The rules are an important step forward in our journey towards achieving Babasaheb Ambedkar’s vision of a more equal and just society,” the government said in a press release. The government said these rules will speed up the process of dis-

pensation of justice to victims of atrocities, are strongly sensitive in cases of offences against women, and liberalize and expedite access to relief for the members of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes who have been victims of atrocities. The rules also seek rationalization of the phasing of payment of relief amount to victims for various offences of atrocities. They also seek regular reviews of the scheme for rights and entitlements of victims and witnesses in accessing justice at the state, district and sub-division level committees in their respective meetings. The new rules come in the wake of amendment made in the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 by Parliament in 2016. “The amendments made stronger provisions for the protection of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes from atrocities against them,” the Social Justice and Empowerment Ministry said.

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Obama pushes diplomacy over force

LONDON, ApriL 23 (Ap): President Barack Obama on Saturday urged the next generation of British leaders to give serious thought to how they solve problems, turning a lighthearted question about priorities for his successor into a treatise on his preference for diplomacy over military conflict. Obama said keeping U.S. citizens safe is his top priority and he suggested that it should also top the list for whomever Americans elect in November due, in part, to the threat posed by the Islamic State group and other extremist organizations. How those issues are handled is important, he said. Leaders need to recognize "that security is not just a matter of military actions but is a matter of the messages we send and the institutions that we build and the diplomacy that we engage in and the opportunities that we present to people," Obama said in a question-and-answer session with young leaders. Such events are a staple of his foreign travels. "That is going to be important for the next president of the United States and any global leader to recognize," Obama said. Obama held up the recent nuclear deal with Iran as an example of the power of diplomacy over force. "Doing so without going to war is something I'm very

proud of," he said. The question, however, was about priorities for his successor and the audience applauded loudly when the questioner suggested that person will be a "she," as in Democrat Hillary Clinton, or "could be Bernie," a reference to the other Democrat still in the race, Bernie Sanders. Obama passed up the chance to comment on the fierce campaign to succeed him, but said he'd love to see a focus on early childhood education. Asked about his legacy, the president said he wouldn't have a good feel for it "until 10 years from now and I can look back with some perspective." But still, he cited his health care law, financial industry reform, the Iran nuclear deal and "saving the world economy from a great depression" among the issues he hopes to be remembered for. Obama said he'll review a scorecard after leaving office. "I think that I have been true to myself during this process. Sometimes I look back at what I said when I was running for office and what I'm saying today and they match up." Obama opened his last full day in London by taking in a brief performance cribbed from William Shakespeare's "Hamlet," including portions of the prince of

Obama takes in Hamlet at the Globe on Shakespeare’s 400th anniversary

U.S. President Barack Obama speaks during a town hall at the Royal Agricultural Halls in London on April 23. (REUTERS)

Denmark's famous "To be or not to be" soliloquy. The performance was part of Obama's tour of the Globe theater — his way of participating in widespread commemorations of the Bard on the 400th

anniversary of the playwright's death. The stop at the Globe, a replica of the circular, open-air playhouse that Shakespeare designed in 1599, rounded out a prince-filled week for the

president. Since leaving Washington on Tuesday, he's met with a crown prince in Riyadh, dined with Princes William and Harry in London, reflected on the death of pop music's Prince and met

LONDON, ApriL 23 (reuters): U.S. President Barack Obama marked the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death on Saturday by visiting the Globe theatre for a 10-minute performance of a scene from Hamlet, where the Danish prince poses the question: "To be or not to be". The Globe, with its timbered, whitewashed curved-walls, is London's bestloved monument to the Bard, famous for its open-air performances of the works of England's greatest playwright. With the sun illuminating the theatre's wooden stage through the open roof, Obama was treated to a short private performance and entertained by a troupe of actors playing violins, mandolins, an accordion and penny whistles. "That was wonderful. I don't want it to stop," Obama said of the tale of the melancholy prince before shaking hands with the actors. The visit was something of a pilgrimage for the 44th President of the United States who has named Shakespeare's tragedies as among the top three books that have inspired him. According to a 2008 interview he gave to Rolling Stone, the other two works were Toni Morrison's "Song of Solomon" and Ernest Hemingway's "For Whom the Bell Tolls". In 2011, he quoted from one of nearly 3-year-old Prince George, William's son. Young George, Obama said, was just "adorable." Obama also planned to meet with Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn before ending Saturday at a

those Shakespeare tragedies, Richard II, as he toasted Queen Elizabeth II: "To this blessed plot, this Earth, this realm, this England." The Globe, the only building in London with permission to have a thatched roof, opened in 1997 and is a replica of the original theatre which was situated a few hundred yards from today's Globe. That theatre, partly-owned by Shakespeare, burned to the ground in 1613. The president might have caught a glimpse of some of the other 400th anniversary celebrations as he arrived at the Globe, which has been surrounded by screens along the river that are showing short films of each of Shakespeare's 37 plays. The celebrations of the Bard's life will culminate in the full performance of Hamlet at the Globe later on Saturday, played by actors who return to London after a two-year tour that has taken in 189 countries. "Shakespeare’s genius captivated and changed the world and men and women across England continue to do that today," Prime Minister David Cameron said. "His words about this nation 'this precious stone set in the silver sea' remain as potent as the day he wrote them," Cameron said, quoting from Richard II.

dinner with Prime Minister David Cameron and U.S. Ambassador Matthew Barzun at the envoy's government residence. Obama heads to Germany on Sunday for talks with Chancellor Angela

Merkel and other top European leaders. He was also scheduled to help Merkel open the world's largest industrial technology trade show before he heads back to Washington on Monday.

A banana a day may keep blindness away Kurdish and Syrian govt forces declare truce in Qamishli area

syDNey, ApriL 23 (iANs): If you love apples, so also love the humble banana. Eating a banana daily is likely to boost eye health and prevent visionrelated diseases, a study has found. Researchers have found that bananas have carotenoid -- a compound that turn fruits and vegetables red, orange or yellow and are converted into vitamin A, important precursors for eye health -- in the liver. According to previous research, foods containing

high levels of carotenoids also protect against chronic disease, including certain cancers, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. The study showed that banana rich in provitamin A carotenoids may offer a potential food source for alleviating vitamin A deficiency -- important for sight. To combat vitamin A deficiency, researchers have been investigating methods to boost carotenoids in bananas. Cara L. Mortimer and

other researchers from Queensland University of Technology in Australia studied two banana varieties to find out why they make very different amounts of carotenoids. They found that the pale yellow, low-carotenoid cavendish variety produces more of an enzyme that breaks down carotenoids. In addition, another variety stashes its carotenoids in microscopic sacs during ripening, shifting the chemical equilibrium in the fruit so it can make

even higher levels of these substances. The findings, published in ACS' Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, can someday help in the development of banana varieties with enhanced health benefits. Bananas are ideal food for young children and families for many regions of the world, because of their sweetness, texture, portion size, familiarity, availability, convenience, versatility and cost.

Beirut, ApriL 23 (reuters): Regional Kurdish security forces and pro-Syrian government forces have declared a ceasefire in northeastern Syria, the Kurdish side said, calming a three-day outbreak of violence which killed more than 26 people. The Kurdish Asayish forces said in a statement that the accord took effect at 3:30 p.m. (1230 GMT) on Friday and a Reuters witness said the truce was holding on Saturday. The witness and the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a Britain-based group tracking the five-year-old war in Syria, said it did not appear that Asayish forces

had withdrawn since the start of the truce from any recently-gained territory. During the fighting, Asayish forces seized control of a number of government-controlled positions in the city of Qamishli, in Hasaka province, as well as its main prison. A Syrian Kurdish official has said this was the second biggest outbreak of fighting between President Bashar al-Assad's government and regional Kurdish forces since Syria's civil war began in 2011. Qamishli, near the Turkish border, is mostly controlled by Kurdish security forces, though pro-Assad forces still hold a few areas in the

city centre, and its airport. Syrian Kurdish forces now dominate wide areas of northern Syria and set up their own government there. Syria has become a patchwork of areas controlled by the government, an array of rebel groups, Islamic State militants, and Kurdish militia. Mediators have struggled to get Syria's combatants to honour a Feb. 27 cessation of hostilities deal to enable peace talks to proceed. On Friday, the U.N. special envoy for Syria vowed to take the talks into next week despite a walkout by the main armed opposition with both sides gearing up to escalate the war.

Media figures, scholars call ‘North Korea fires submarine-launched missile’ for release of Himal Editor

DimApur, ApriL 23 (mexN): Prominent editors and media figures as well as intellectuals, activists and scholars from India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Australia, the UK, US and Sri Lanka have called for the release of Himal editor and prominent Nepali journalist Kanak Mani Dixit, whom they described as “a courageous voice for transparency, freedom of expression and democratic rights in Nepal.” He was arrested in Katmandu by Nepal’s anti-graft officials on April 22 from his Lalitpur-based residence on charges of corruption and illegal accumulation of property. “It is with deep concern that we have learned of the arrest of Kanak Mani Dixit, the widely respected founder-editor of Himal Media and a courageous voice for transparency, freedom of expression and democratic rights in Nepal and across South Asia. The charges are related to alleged corruption but Kanak Dixit says it is part of a vendetta pursued against him by people in Government” said a statement jointly issued by them. The statement further said that Dixit’s detention comes at a time of increased pressure on free media across South Asia. “We call upon all national and inter-

national media organisations, individual journalists and editors, defenders of media under pressure, on those who believe in the freedom of expression, to seek Kanak Dixit’s immediate release and a fair and transparent trial, free of bias,” it added. They also called upon the Government of Nepal to issue a “transparent and unequivocal statement” on his detention saying they were deeply concerned about his safety and rights. The statement further condemned “all forms of pressure tactics on editors like him and other courageous media figures such as Mahfuz Anam of the Daily Star in Dhaka, who is facing 80 cases of sedition and libel in Bangladeshi courts, as well as other media persons who are committed to the rule of law and justice.” The statement included signatories from the North-East States including Patricia Mukhim, Editor, The Shillong Times; Aküm Longchari, Editor, The Morung Express; and T. Monalisa Chankija, Editor, The Nagaland Page; Pradip Phanjoubam, Editor Imphal Free Press; Sanjib Baruah, Professor of Political Studies, Bard College, New York; Xonzoi Barbora, TISS, Guwahati; and Sanjoy Hazarika, independent columnist.

Living around green spaces checks diabetes, BP

New yOrk, ApriL 23 (iANs): A five-10 minute walk in your neighbourhood park can elevate your oxygen levels but if you aim for overall health, try living amid greenery as it can reduce chronic illnesses like diabetes, hypertension and lipid disorders among the elderly. The findings revealed that higher levels of greenness around homes is associated with a significantly lower risk of chronic diseases -- a 14-percent risk reduction for diabetes, a 13-percent reduction for hypertension and a 10-percent reduction for lipid disorders."This study builds on our research

group's earlier analyses showing block-level impacts of mixed-use and supportive building features on adults and children," said lead study author Scott Brown from the University of Miami's Miller School of Medicine in the US. The researchers analysed 2010-2011 health data of nearly 2,50,000 participants over age 65 and a measure of vegetative presence based on NASA satellite imagery. "Going from a low to a high level of greenness at the block level is associated with 49 fewer chronic health conditions per 1,000 residents, which is approxi-

mately equivalent to a reduction in the biomedical ageing of the study population by three years," Brown added in the paper published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. The findings "illuminate the vital role of parks and greens to health and well-being and point to the critical need for a holistic approach in planning that draws on research", stated Jack Kardys from MiamiDade County Department of Parks in the US. The research adds to the evidence that higher levels of greenness is associated with better health outcomes.

seOuL, ApriL 23 (reuters): North Korea fired what appeared to be a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) on Saturday off its east coast, South Korea said, amid concerns that it might conduct a nuclear test or a missile launch ahead of a key ruling party meeting in May. The North fired the missile to the northeast from an area off its east coast at about 6:30 p.m. local time (0930 GMT), the South's office of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said. North Korea

will hold a rare congress of its ruling Workers' Party in early May for the first time in 36 years. South Korea's Yonhap news agency said the missile flew "for a few minutes," citing a source. There were no further details. The North first attempted a launch of the submarine-based missile last year and was seen to be in the early stages of developing such a weapons system, which could pose a new threat to its neighbours and the United States if it is perfected.

However, follow-up test launches were believed to have fallen short of the North's expectations as its state media footage appeared to have been edited to fake success, according experts who have seen the visuals. South Korea's military has said it is on high alert over the possibility that the isolated North could conduct its fifth nuclear test "at any time" in defiance of U.N. sanctions after setting off what it said was a hydrogen device in January.

Satellite images show that North Korea may have resumed tunnel excavation at its main nuclear test site, similar to activity seen before the January test, a U.S. North Korea monitoring website reported on Wednesday. South Korea and the United States, as well as experts, believe the North is working to develop a submarine-launched ballistic missile system and an intercontinental ballistic missile putting the mainland United States within range.

China, U.S. pledge to ratify Paris climate deal this year

uNiteD NAtiONs, ApriL 23 (reuters): China and the United States, the world's top producers of greenhouse gas emissions, pledged on Friday to formally adopt by the end of the year a Paris deal to slow global warming, raising the prospects of it being enforced much faster than anticipated. The United Nations said 175 states took the first step of signing the deal on Friday, the biggest day one endorsement of a global agreement. Of those, 15 states also formally notified the United Nations that they had ratified the deal. Many countries still need a parliamentary vote to formally approve the agreement, which was reached in December. The deal will enter into force only when ratified by at least 55 nations representing 55 percent of manmade greenhouse gas emissions. China and the United States together account for 38 percent of global emissions. "China will finalise domestic legal procedures on its accession before the G20

Chinese Vice-Premier Zhang Gaoli signs the Paris Agreement on climate change at United Nations Headquarters in Manhattan, New York, U.S., April 22. (REUTERS)

Hangzhou summit in September this year," China's Vice Premier Zhang Gaoli told the U.N. signing ceremony, attended by some 55 heads of state and government. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, who signed the deal with his 2-yearold granddaughter Isabelle on his lap, said the United States "looks forward to formally joining this agreement this year." President Barack Obama will formally adopt the agreement through executive authority. The deal commits

countries to restraining the global rise in temperatures to "well below" 2 degrees Celsius (3.6 degrees Fahrenheit) above pre-industrial levels. But even if the pact is fully implemented, promised greenhouse gas cuts are insufficient to limit warming to an agreed maximum, the United Nations says. The first three months of 2016 have broken temperature records and 2015 was the planet's warmest year since records began in the 19th century, with heat waves, droughts and rising sea levels.

"The era of consumption without consequences is over," U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said on Friday. "We must intensify efforts to decarbonise our economies. And we must support developing countries in making this transition." 'REASON FOR HOPE' Many developing nations are pushing to ensure the climate deal comes into force this year, partly to lock in the United States if a Republican opponent of the pact is elected in November to succeed Obama, a Democrat. Once the accord enters into force, a little-noted Article 28 of the agreement says any nation wanting to withdraw must wait four years, the length of a U.S. presidential term. The deal also requires rich nations to maintain a $100 billion a year funding pledge beyond 2020, providing greater financial security to developing nations to build their defences to extreme weather and wean themselves away from coal-fired power. "We need to mobilise the necessary financial re-

sources," French President Francois Hollande said. "We need to ensure that our words become actions." The U.N.'s previous climate deal, the 1997 Kyoto Protocol entered into force only in 2005. Kyoto dictated cuts in greenhouse gas emissions only for developed nations, unlike the Paris Agreement which involves both rich and poor but lets all countries set national targets. The previous first-day record for signatures for a global agreement was set in 1982 when 119 states signed the Convention on the Law of the Sea. "More countries have come together here to sign this agreement today than for any other cause in the history of human kind and that is a reason for hope," actor and U.N. Messenger of Peace on climate change, Leonardo DiCaprio told the event, taking place on Earth Day. "But unfortunately the evidence shows us that it will not be enough. Our planet cannot be saved unless we leave fossil fuels in the ground where they belong," he said.

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Cavaliers have Pistons on the ropes in NBA playoffs tip-in and a dunk. "I have to continue to be aggressive," said Love. "These two guys over here (James and Irving) have been constant on me about that." Cleveland took a 79-73 lead into the fourth quarter. James scored six points in the opening minute of the final quarter on a threepoint play and another from beyond the arc to make it 85-76. The Boston Celtics breathed life into their playoff hopes by holding on to defeat the host Atlanta Hawks 111-103. Boston won despite blowing a 19-point third quarter lead, giving coach Brad Stevens his first career NBA postseason victory. Isaiah Thomas scored a career high 42 points for the Celtics who cut the Hawks best-of-seven series lead to 2-1. Game four is set for Sunday at the Boston Garden.

Leonard shines for Spurs LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers defends the ball against the Detroit Pistons during Game Three of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals. (Getty Image)

los Angeles, APril 23 (AFP): LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love combined for 66 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers took a 3-0 stranglehold lead over the Detroit Pistons with a 101-91 playoff win. Kyrie Irving on Friday scored a team high 26 points as all three of the Cavaliers stars reached double figures by halftime in the road victory. It was the fourth time this season Cleveland's marquee trio have scored at least 20 points each. James finished with 20 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists and extended

his first round win streak to 16 straight games. He is aiming for a fourth consecutive first round playoff sweep. The top-seeded Cavaliers can close out the Eastern Conference series in game four in Detroit against the Pistons on Sunday night. Irving said the Cavaliers have done a good job this postseason of staying focussed on the task at hand. "We're not necessarily concerned with the B.S. that's going on outside of the locker room," Irving said. "We know what to expect and we execute the game plan and we are exe-

cuting at a really high level on both ends of the floor. "We may have some mishaps, but we come in and we look each other in the eye and we communicate the next play. We just have to continue to play at a high level." The San Antonio Spurs also took a 3-0 led in their Western Conference series by defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 96-87. Tristan Thompson finished with eight points and 10 rebounds and Matthew Dellavedova added 12 points for Cleveland, which made 12 of 29 threepointers after tying the

league playoff record with 20 threes in game two. Kentavious CaldwellPope had 18 points and Marcus Morris scored 16 for the Pistons. Andre Drummond added 17 points and seven rebounds, and Reggie Jackson was held to 13 points. Detroit scored seven straight points in the third quarter to take a threepoint lead. Cleveland responded with a 6-0 burst, then stretched its lead to six late in the quarter. J.R. Smith and Love made three-pointers to give Cleveland a 73-69 edge. Thompson scored the Cavs' next four points on an easy

In Memphis, Kawhi Leonard scored 32 points and LaMarcus Aldridge added 16 to lead the Spurs over the Grizzlies at the FedExForum. Zach Randolph had 20 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Grizzlies. Matt Barnes also had a doubledouble with 17 points and 11 boards. A JaMychal Green layup gave the Grizzlies a 7370 lead to start the fourth quarter, but the Spurs recovered. San Antonio scored nine straight for a 79-73 advantage with just over eight minutes remaining and never trailed again. The injury plagued Grizzlies learned Friday that forward Jarell Martin will miss the remainder of the playoffs with a sore left foot.

SSP Junior Basketball C’ship concludes

Peren, APril 23 (Mexn): Sainik School Punglwa’s Annual InterHouse Basketball Championship 2016-17 for Junior category concluded on April 22 with Japfu House finishing at the top. The final match was played between Japfu and Patkai

Houses. Tizu House finished third in the championship. Best player award in Junior category was awarded to Cadet Himalaya Mirda of Tizu House. Lt Col Jitendra Dogra, Officiating Principal and Chief Guest on the occasion gave away the cer-

tificates and Medals. The Championship began on April 16 and was played under league cum knockout system. Following the event, names of Cadets selected to represent the school for East Zone Sports Championship were announced.

Liverpool's Sakho faces UEFA probe over possible doping violation lonDon, APril 23 (AFP): Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho is being investigated by UEFA over a possible anti-doping rule violation, the Premier League club revealed on Saturday. Sakho has not been suspended over the potential violation, but Liverpool have decided to leave out the France international while the probe continues and he was absent from the squad for Saturday's league fixture against Newcastle United at Anfield. UEFA said that Sakho gave an "adverse finding" in a test after the Reds' match against Manchester United in the Europa League on March 17. Reports in France claim Sakho tested positive for a fat burner after the 1-1 draw. "Yesterday, Friday 22nd April 2016, a formal communication was received from UEFA stating that they are investigating a possible anti-doping rule violation by Mamadou Sakho," a statement on Liverpool's website read. "The player will respond to UEFA on the matter. The player is currently not sub-

ject to any playing suspension. "However, the club, in consultation with the player, has decided that while this process is followed the player will not be available for selection for matches." UEFA later confirmed the news and said that Sakho, who has 28 caps for France, has until Tuesday to request his B sample be tested. "UEFA would like to confirm the information communicated by Liverpool FC regarding an adverse finding in a doping test of their player Mamadou Sakho conducted at the UEFA Europa League match between Manchester United FC and Liverpool FC on 17 March 2016 (1-1)," European football's governing body said in a

statement sent to AFP. "The player and the club have received all the pertinent information and have until Tuesday to request the analysis of the B sample as well as to provide explanations for the presence of a prohibited substance in the player's body. "There are no disciplinary proceedings opened at this stage." The 26-year-old centre-back is said not to have known the composition of the weight-loss supplement and has informed the club he acted in good faith. Liverpool won't face disciplinary action as that can only happen if two players in the same season are found to have had doping violations.

PUBLIC SPACE

Roads on potholes!

he other day I took the Nagarjan route and later I found my kidneys on the car floor. The next day, I took the Purana Bazaar road and I found my liver lying on the car floor. Any more bad roads in Dimapur which can let me donate my internal organs? Who is respon-

sible for these bad roads? The Chief Minister? The Roads and Bridges Minister? The bureaucrats or the contractors? Whoever it is, you have lots of explanation to do on Judgement Day. Remember we are Christians. Come to think of it, the garage/ workshop business

is booming because of the bad roads. I wonder if the garage/ workshop owners have a lobby in Nagaland, in the Capital. This write-up has been written with the highest degree of sarcasm. Hopefully it stings. Kevitho Kera

A Stand with the NCSU and NGRC-1 CU

n support to the initiative of Nagaland Contractors’ & Supplier’ Union (NCSU) and the Nagaland Govt. Registered Class-1 Contractors’ Union (NGRC1CU) in restricting the Gayatri Infrastructure Ltd. & Maytas from undertaking the project of the four-lane construction between Dimapur-Kohima is a legit

stand as the said Company has betrayed the confidence of the Naga people in leaving the previous road projects undone. The resentment against the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL) and Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highway (MoRTH) of awarding the work directive

to the Company should be noted by the public and unflinching support and continuous prayers should be backed up by the other Naga bodies, Church organizations and Students’ Union in fulfilling the demands of the NCSU and NGRU-1CU for the welfare of our people.

Khiamniungan Baptist Youth Endeavour Dimapur organized two-day sports meet as part of youth sports ministry from April 22-23 at GHSS ground.

I was caught by surprise at Rajya 2nd Bishop Abraham Sabha nomination: Mary Kom Memorial Tournament

Vebu Khamo Kohima Bible College

Preparing for Smart City?

e owe indebtedness to Prof. Arjun Kaman for highlighting the objectives of smart cities. However, down here at the site of the world’s fiercest battleground during the WW II, people started constructing smart developmental works at will, sooner as they heard of Kohima inclusiveness in the country 98 list. The authority instead of idly watching and leniently permitting unscrupulous activities to persist, may take up some impetuous actions for future prognostic idyll city. Of course, there may be many and numerous impediments to develop-

mental activities especially a city like Kohima with so many obdurate people. In spite of all these preceded hindrance numerous natural amenities may contribute to facilitate the components of smart city. Take for instance, the two rivers one in the eastern side Dzü-ü and the other Dzüdza at the western side of the city could easily utilize for numerous facilities like water supply, hydropower, marine foodstuff, tourist resorts and so on, by constructing dams on these two fabulous rivers. To my personal view only 2 qualifications are required to accomplish and achieve our goal in mak-

ing Kohima as smart city. They are - a).Ingenious experts and machineries. (b). Impetuous administrative successions in congruence and support from the indigenous people. Here we should not misconstrue the word ‘indigenous’ for the city will not remain static as it is of now, but will naturally keep on expanding ever. Therefore, whatever congruence of accord made now will certainly be the same yardstick to the neighboring suburb villages such as Jotsu-Khono, Viswe-Jakha, Tsiese-Merie, Diwhuo-Djümetou, NerheCiecha etc….etc. RÜDUOVILIE CHIELIE Kohima Village

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new Delhi, APril 23 (PTi): Left surprised by the Rajya Sabha nomination, star Indian woman boxer M C Mary Kom today said she does not have the time to think about her new role right now as her focus is on qualifying for the Olympics. London O lympics bronze-medallist Mary Kom said it was a great honour to be nominated for the Rajya Sabha but she would not put herself under pressure by thinking about the role she would play in the Parliament. "It was a great honour

to be nominated for Rajya Sabha. It was a sudden development and I was surprised. When I was told that I would be nominated for the Rajya Sabha, I started thinking what would I do as an MP," Mary Kom told reporters at an event to name Bollywood superstar Salman Khan as Goodwill Ambassador of the Indian contingent for the Rio Olympics. "I have not qualified for the Olympics yet and till I qualify for the Olympics, I am not going to think about what would be my role as a Parliamentarian.

Doing that will put pressure on me in my effort for the Rio qualification. So, my sole focus is now to qualify for the Rio Olympics," said the 33-year-old five-time world champion. Mary Kom could not qualify for the Rio Olympics during the Asian Championships earlier this month as she lost in the semifinals of the 51kg category. She has another chance to book a Rio berth in next month's World Championships. When told that many a celebrities nominated to the Rajya Sabha did not perform their roles, with some not even attending the Parliament often, the Manipur boxer said, "I know all those thing and I will attend to them later. It will be a kind of double task for me. I will see as the time comes." Goaded by Salman about her plans as an MP, Mary Kom said, "I will try to do my best and work for the upliftment for Indian sports and sportspersons. I am a boxer but I will work for the betterment of all the sports."

DiMAPur, APril 23 (Mexn): The 2nd Bishop Abraham Memorial Volleyball Tournament got underway at St. Joseph’s Parish (St. Joseph’s Higher Secondary School), Chumukedima on Saturday with Parliamentary Secretary, Department of Youth Resources & Sports, Music task Force & Lotteries, Khriehu Liezietsu, as chief guest. The tournament is being organised by the Nagaland Catholic Youth Movement (NCYM) & Tournament Organising Committee from April 22 to 24. Rev. Fr. Sajan Joseph lighted the memorial candle as a mark of tribute

to Late Bishop Abraham while Rev. Fr. Dr. Sojan Xavier, Diocesan Youth Director, shared a brief life history. Declaring the tournament open, the chief guest in his speech expressed his appreciation to the Catholic Church for the tremendous contribution made in the field of education for the people of the state. He also mentioned the colossal contributions of the late Bishop. All together, 47 teams, comprising 21 women and 26 men teams, from different parts of Nagaland are partaking in the tournament.

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Mélange 2016: ‘Ombre Minutiae’ showcases aspiring designers

élange 2016 saw a host of aspiring designers with the ‘Ombre Minutiae’ at Town Hall, Zunheboto, a show where young and old designers alike showcased their designs. Young models walked the ramp in the creations of designers Vivi K. awomi, Tokali K.Zhimo and Khelito I. Yeptho. The people of Zunheboto also got the opportunity to witness the work of Lomi

Shiku, Beauty and Hair stylist, Nagaland, which was received with great appreciation and applause. The Green Club Zunheboto town also took the stage with young kids wearing clothes made out of recycled waste like newspapers, cassette reels, bubble wraps, jute bags and poly bags. Apart from the designers, the night also saw various artists of Zunheboto belting out cover songs of different artists. Morung Express News

A young Sumi girl participates in Poetry reLomi Shiku, Beauty and Hair stylist, Nagaland, with her models at cital during the literary session at Mélange the ‘Ombre Minutiae’, Mélange 2016 at Town hall, Zunheboto town. Young kids of Green Club showcasing clothes made up of recycled wastes at the ‘Ombre 2016, at Town Hall, Zunheboto. Photo CourMinutiae’, Mélange 2016 at Town hall, Zunheboto town. Photo Courtesy: Toino S. Rotokha tesy: Toino S. Rotokha Photo Courtesy: Gloria

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Maisie WilliaMs: ‘i DiD GaMe Of ThrOnes TO GeT a neW lapTOp’

aisie got her big acting break at the age of 12 when she was cast as Arya Stark in the show, and now aged 19 is in demand as a film and TV actress. However, stardom wasn't in the forefront of her mind when she signed up to the series - as the Brit just wanted to earn some cash so she could

splash out on a new computer. "The thing I was really obsessed about was whether I would earn enough money to buy myself a laptop," she tells British newspaper The Guardian. "My step-dad Gary just looked at me and said: 'I think there'll be enough for a couple of laptops Maisie'" Her career is going from strength-to-strength and in addition to her role in Game Of Thrones she is set to star along-

side Jessica Biel and Jason Sudeikis in The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea, a drama in which she will play a homeless teenager who builds a raft in an attempt to cross the Atlantic Ocean. On U.K. TV screens she has also proved a popular guest star on science-fiction series Doctor Who. Maisie puts her success as an actress down to what she terms her "weird" looks, saying, "I know my looks are kind of weird - com-

Young Prince George stays up late to greet Obamas

pared to other actors my age - but they work for me." "I might not be a classically beautiful leading lady, but that means I'll play a different sort of leading lady." Despite enjoying her stardom, she admits that it was strange growing up in the spotlight, saying, "Look, any teenager is totally lost at some point. It's a really mental time. So to have that and then everything else from being on the show was

mind-blowing." Although she won the hearts of Doctor Who fans in her guest role as the immortal Viking Ashildir, she insists she will not return, saying, "I'm not returning. I can say that. It's not a secret." She will return however as Arya in the new season of Game of Thrones .The first episode will air simultaneously in the U.K. at 2am on Monday. Source: Contactmusic

INDIHUT ARTIST OF THE MONTH

Ben Affleck trying to win back Jennifer Garner

onathan Yhome, is a man who lets his songs do the talking. What sets his music apart from the rest is the simplicity and honesty present in his songs, and his debut single ‘Before We Know’, is a testament to that

statement. Emphasizing on the concept of ‘less is more’, the song ‘Before We Know’ is an acoustic ballad that takes you on a trip of pure bliss. The serene simplicity of the song brings in the element of pure unadulterated music.

ctor-filmmaker Ben Affleck, who separated from actress Jennifer Garner last year, is reportedly trying to win her back. According to a source, Affleck wants Garner and their children -- daughters Violet Anne and Rose Elizabeth, and son Samuel -- to come and stay in London when he films his upcoming movie "Justice League", reports aceshowbiz.com. “Ben is hoping his summer movie shoot in London will give him the opportunity to convince Jen to give their marriage another chance,” the source told In Touch magazine. The source also claimed that Affleck was confident that he could win her back, but it might be "too little too late" for Garner.

“Jennifer has told Ben flat-out that there is no chance she will take him back, but he just refuses to take no for an answer,” the source added. Source: IANS

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hen President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama arrived at Kensington Palace Friday evening, two-year-old Prince George stood near the foyer, waiting to meet his parents’ dinner guests. Smartly attired for bedtime in a monogrammed robe and pajamas, the royal toddler

was permitted to stay up late to meet the president and first lady, said Jason Knauf, a spokesman for Prince William and his wife Catherine. During a two-and-ahalf hour gathering, the adults enjoyed cocktails and dinner, and Prince George got a bit of playtime. Photos tweeted out from the Kensington Palace account showed Mr.

Obama shaking Prince George’s hand as his father looks on. The young royal also took a ride on the rocking horse that the president gave him when he was born. The evening get-together, which included Prince Harry as well, capped off a royal day for the Obamas, who earlier had lunch with the queen. Source: WSJ

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Mumbai Indians Hardik Pandya (L) and Jos Buttler collide during the 2016 Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Delhi Daredevils and Mumbai Indians at The Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium in New Delhi on April 23. (AFP PHOTO)

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nEw dELhi, ApriL 23 (iAnS): An assured bowling performance extended Delhi Daredevils' upswing to three successive matches with a 10run victory over Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL) here on Saturday. It was the first time since 2012 that Delhi have lodged three consecutive wins in the tournament, which helped them jump to second in the standings. Defending champions Mumbai's fourth defeat in six matches meant they are sixth with only four points. Delhi reached 164/4 powered by Sanju Samson's 60 and showed considerable nerve to restrict Mumbai to 154/7, despite skipper Rohit Sharma's third half

Mustafizur, Warner craft Sunrisers win

hydErAbAd, ApriL 23 (AGEnCiES): Mustafizur Rahman and David Warner produced clinical performances to pave the way for Sunrisers Hyderabad's thumping five-wicket win against Kings XI Punjab in Hyderabad. Mustafizur executed his offcutters and yorkers again to return figures of 2 for 9 - the most economical spell of the season - as Kings XI were restricted to 143. Warner then blasted his third consecutive fifty, off just 23 balls, to effectively finish the game. Sunrisers' third win of the season pushed them to third spot on the points table, while Kings XI were left languishing at the bottom with just one win in five games. Brief Scores: Kings XI - 143/6 [Shaun Marsh 40, Axar Patel 36; Mustafizur Rahman 2/9, Moises Henriques 2/33] SH – 146/5 [Warner 59, Dhawan 45; Mohit Sharma 1/20] IPL half-century (65). Brief scores: Delhi Daredevils 164/4 [Sanju Samson 60, J.P. Duminy 49 not out; Mitchell

McClenaghan 2/31] Mumbai Indians 154/7 [Rohit Sharma 65, Krunal Pandya 36; Amit Mishra 2/24]

London, ApriL 23 (AFp): Teenager Kelechi Iheanacho scored twice as Manchester City tuned up for their Champions League semi-final with Real Madrid by sinking Stoke City 4-0 in the Premier League on Saturday. Iheanacho, 19, struck twice within 10 second-half minutes, adding to goals by Fernando and Sergio Aguero, to lift City, who host Madrid in the first leg of their last-four tie on Tuesday, back above Arsenal to third place. Elsewhere, Rafael Benitez's Newcastle United came from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 at his former club Liverpool -- whose French centre-back Mamadou Sakho has failed a drugs test -- to inch to within a point of safety. "A big team must always be focused on both competitions -- Premier League and Champions League," said City manager Manuel Pellegrini. "Every big team must do it every year. "Kelechi Iheanacho is an important young player with a lot of future. He scores lots of goals, but he is not just a penalty-box player. I am sure that his role in this team will be very important." With an eye on Madrid's visit, Pellegrini kept Belgian playmaker Kevin De Bruyne on the bench at the Etihad Stadium and rested captain Vincent Kompany altogether. Fernando broke the deadlock with a header from Jesus Navas's 35thminute corner and top scorer Aguero added a second from the penalty spot after Ryan Shawcross had fouled Iheanacho.

Pablo Zabaleta teed up Iheanacho to slot in City's third goal in the 64th minute and the Nigeria international sealed the win by gathering Wilfried Bony's pass and rounding substitute goalkeeper Jakob Haugaard to score. City move back above Arsenal, who visit struggling Sunderland on Sunday, while Mark Hughes's Stoke, who have conceded four goals in three successive games, slip to 10th. Hazard breaks duck With Sakho watching from the stands after the revelation that he is being investigated by European governing body UEFA over a doping violation -- reported to concern a weightloss drug -- Liverpool were pegged back by Benitez's

Newcastle at Anfield. "I'm really pleased because of the passion and fight they showed. A draw is fine for us at the moment," Benitez said. "It's a bigger step because we can keep believing. Every game now for us is massive. I have the Geordies and the Scousers on my side." Daniel Sturridge chested down a high ball and swivelled to fire Jurgen Klopp's side in front inside two minutes, with his England colleague Adam Lallana bending in Liverpool's second goal on the half-hour. But Papiss Cisse brought the visitors back into the game with a 48thminute header before Jack Colback drove in a deflect-

ed 66th-minute leveller to take Newcastle to within a point of fourth-bottom Norwich City and prevent seventh-place Liverpool closing on the European berths. "It's not our best day," Klopp said. "Usually we should win a game in this situation but have to accept it. "It was an intensive game. Nobody understands why Newcastle are in the relegation zone." Eden Hazard, last year's Player of the Season, scored his first two league goals of the campaign -- a year since his last -- as outgoing champions Chelsea won 4-1 at Bournemouth to climb to ninth. Pedro Rodriguez and Willian were also on target

Lenien Jamir lifts AITA Championship

PDVFA convenes joint meeting KohiMA, ApriL 23 (MExn): In view of the forthcoming 7th edition of the Nagaland Veteran Football Association scheduled to be held at Phek in 2017, the Phek District Veteran Football Association (PDVFA) has convened a joint meeting of the PDVFA officials, Committee(s) and Sub-Committee(s), seniors and well wishers on April 28 at the Conference Hall of Phek Town Council Office by 3 p.m. A press release stated that the meeting will dwell on matters relating to the forthcoming 7th NVFA championship 2017 and other issues confronting the association. Henceforth, all concerned members are asked to attend the same positively.

Manchester City's Kelechi Iheanacho scores against Stoke City during the English Premier League match at the Etihad Stadium on April 23. (AFP Photo)

GurGAon, ApriL 23 (MExn): Lenien Jamir representing Assam today lifted the All India Tennis Association (AITA) Ranking Championship Series-7 tournament at the Prostar Tennis Academy, Gurgaon. After going down in the first set, Lenien fought back strongly and convincingly beat Renee Singh of Jaipur 4-6, 6-1, 6-1. En route the final, Lenien brushed past Sakshi from Raipur in the prequarters before demolishing Shraddha Chabbra of Delhi 6-1, 6-1 in the quarters. In the semifinal, Lenien beat Sana Khanna of Mumbai 7-6 (7-0), 6-2. Earlier last week, Lenien Jamir and Raina Zaffar, also of Assam finished Players of the Manchester United Fan Club Nagaland (Red) and Naga Kops (Liverpool Fan Runners-Up in the U-18 Club - wearing yellow bib) in action during a friendly match at the Diphupar 'A' Ground on Championship Series at Karnal, Haryana. Saturday. Naga Kops won the match 2-1.

for Chelsea, with Tommy Elphick hitting back for the home side. Meanwhile, Dusan Tadic scored twice, in between headed goals from Shane Long and Sadio Mane, as Southampton won 4-2 at relegated bottom club Aston Villa, for whom Ashley Westwood scored twice. Leaders Leicester City can take another step closer to a fairytale title triumph on Sunday when they welcome Swansea City to the King Power Stadium. But should Claudio Ranieri's men slip up again, a week on from their 2-2 draw with West Ham United, second-place Tottenham Hotspur can take advantage at home to West Bromwich Albion on Monday.

Last-gasp Martial sends Man United into FA Cup final London, ApriL 23 (rEutErS): Anthony Martial snatched a last-gasp winner to send Louis van Gaal's Manchester United into a potentially season-redeeming FA Cup final as the favourites following a 2-1 victory over Everton at Wembley on Saturday. With the semi-final headed for extra-time after a 75th-minute Chris Smalling own goal had cancelled out Marouane Fellaini's first-half strike for United against his former club, Martial was on target in injury time. Everton, with manager Roberto Martinez under fire and out of favour with the fans, could have levelled in the 57th minute when Timothy FosuMensah felled Ross Barkley but David de Gea's superb diving save denied Romelu Lukaku from the penalty spot. United, who will face Watford or Crystal Palace in the final, had their own penalty appeal turned down nine minutes later when Fellaini's shot was blocked by Phil Jagielka's arm. Dutchman Van Gaal has faced endless debate about his United future, with media speculation that Jose Mourinho is waiting in the wings, after crashing out of Europe and poor performances in the Premier League. The final, with United on course to lift the trophy for the first time since 2004, would be a silver lining even if there are no guarantees he will still be in the job next season.

Bale rescues Ronaldo-less Real at Rayo

MAdrid, ApriL 23 (AFp): Gareth Bale struck twice to inspire a Real Madrid fightback from two goals down to win 3-2 at Rayo Vallecano and move top of La Liga on Saturday. Without the injured Cristiano Ronaldo, Real's title hopes looked in tatters when early goals from Adrian Embarba and Miku put Rayo 2-0 in front. However, Bale's powerful header halved the deficit before half-time and he fired home the winner nine minutes from time after Lucas Vazquez had equalised early in the second period. Real now lead Barcelona and Atletico Madrid by two points, but they can move back in front at the top of the table when they host Sporting Gijon and Malaga respectively later on Saturday. "He is very happy to

Real Madrid’s Welsh midfielder Gareth Bale in action at Rayo Vallecano. (EPA Photo)

make the difference," Real coach Zinedine Zidane said of Bale. "When we needed him he was phenomenal. He scored two, but even with-

out speaking about the goals, he played very well." Ronaldo was missing for the first time in La Liga this season due to a thigh injury. Madrid suffered

another blow before the break, though, as Karim Benzema limped off with a knee injury making him a serious doubt to travel to Manchester in midweek.

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