December 3, 2016

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DIMAPUR, saturday, december 3, 2016

Modi practising TRP politics: Rahul

ATK end group stage with draw

Demonetisation, GST to create larger, cleaner economy: Jaitley

national, page 5

sports, Page 12

business, Page 8

Oppn rides on ‘coup’ charge to corner govt chief secretary or DGP, toll plazas of state government are taken over,” he added.

BSP chief Mayawati claimed in the Parliament that the move to deploy army without the state government’s permission was an attack on the federal structure of the country.

Terming both the statements as factually incorrect, Minister of State for Defence Subhash Bhamre said such exercises have been carried out in coordination with the local police.

Opposition members troop into the Well of the house in Rajya Sabha on Friday. (PTI)

NEW DELHI, DEC 2 (AGENCIES): A day after Mamata Banerjee questioned the Indian Army’s presence at the toll booth outside the Kolkata Secretariat claiming that the Army was collecting money from cars – terming it a “loot,” the Opposition united against the Centre over the issue in the Parliament.

The row over Army taking over road toll plazas in West Bengal today echoed in Parliament with TMC seeing “sinister” designs behind the move and the government vehemently denying the charge, saying it

was a routine exercise conducted in full knowledge of the local authorities.

The issue was raised in both Houses of Parliament with main opposition Congress too seeking clarification on the army deployment at 19 toll plazas in West Bengal.

TMC leaders in both Houses alleged that neither the state government, nor local administration including police were taken into confidence on the exercise or their permission sought.

TMC leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay raised the issue of army deployment at 19

Delhi-Dmu IndiGo flight dealyed by over 5 hours

MTLT demands clarification from minister Nuklutoshi

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D imapur , D ec 2 (NPN): Air IndiGo, which has earned a name as the most punctual airline, had to “flow with the tide” when the flight from Kolkata to Dimapur flew at least five hours behind schedule on Friday when it landed Dimapur.

Delayed departure at Delhi, led to a cascading effect and by the time it landed, it was already dark. The ILS at the airport facilitated night landing and the plane departed at around 6 p.m.

NPCC extends Hornbill greetings

DIMAPUR, DEC 2 (NPN): Nagaland Pradesh Congress (NPCC) has extended Hornbill Festival greetings to all.

In his message, NPCC president K. Therie said Hornbill festival, an extension of State Inauguration day, provides a bird’s eye view of all the tribes of Nagaland. The colorful festival showcases tangible and intangible culture, customs and traditional and social practices of yesterday and of the electronic civilization of today, he said.

Though the intangible culture was recorded in memory in the past, but today, he said these can be recorded with audio visual technology,

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DIMAPUR, DEC 2 (NPN): Reacting to the statement made by PWD (NH), Mechanical & Elections minister, Nuklutoshi during the recent NPF Central Executive Council (CEC), the Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem (MTLT) on Friday demanded that the minister clarify his remarks made against MTLT. In a press note, MTLT president Imkummeren Jamir and general secretary Taliakum Pongen have asked Nuklutoshi to justify on what grounds the MTLT should be de-recognised.

“Did the MTLT close offices, organise rallies with ulterior motives or with consent and support from the public facing various grievances?; How does the government distinguish/ define a recognised organisation from an unrecognised organisation?; Men-

places in West Bengal, claiming that the move was a challenge to the federal structure of the country and completely politically motivated.

The Congress and the BSP too jumped in to question the government.

“This is probably the first time that the chief minister of West Bengal has lodged this kind of protest where she stayed put for the night in the State Secretariat and is still there,” said Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Ghulam Nabi Azad. “This is a strange thing happening. Without asking state government,

tion instances as and when the MTLT has functioned more powerful than the Naga Hoho. Besides, in which occasion/s did the MTLT disrupt public order in Mokokchung?”—these were the questions put forth

by MTLT, seeking clarification from Nuklutoshi.

Further, MTLT asked the minister to list out the recognised and unrecognised NGOs in Nagaland.

It reminded Nuklutoshi that MTLT was an organisation, “as a result of common interests for various communities in Mokokchung Town”, and in no way would the MTLT harbour ill motives towards any given individual/ group.

MTLT expressed regret that their “high hopes on such a prominent leader would be dealt with such an immature blow”.

The claim was also denied by Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar, who dubbed it a routine exercise held annually for the past many years.

The Congress, Trinamool and the Left members then trooped near the Speaker’s podium and shouted slogans against November 8 demonetisation, while members of the AIADMK, Rashtriya Janata Dal and Nationalist Congress Party stood near their seats.

Mamata warns of legal options

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee left the state Secretariat on Friday evening after staying put for 36 hours to protest the alleged army deployment in the state and threatened to explore “legal options” if the army was not withdrawn.

Addressing the media, Banerjee said the army was deployed at toll plazas, keeping her government “in the dark” about the move. “We have never seen such arrogance (by the Centre). If army is not withdrawn, we will explore legal options,” she said.

Banerjee claimed the army informed the police about their exercise only for one spot -- the toll plaza of Vidyasagar Setu (Bridge) near Nabanna.

“Police did not permit them to conduct such exercise...,”she said, adding that such exercises were not conducted in states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Punjab, Kerala and UP. “Why was it conducted in Bengal?” she asked and answered her own question: “It was done in Bengal because we have been raising our voice for the people of India.”

Random policy rejigs hurting NE, says FINER G U WA H AT I , D E C 2 (AGENCIES): The dilution of North East Industrial and Investment Promotion Policy (NEIIPP) 2007 by a recent notification by the Centre has met strong opposition from industrialists in the region. The notification has fixed an upper limit of Rs 5 crore for units in the manufacturing sector and Rs 3 crore for units in the service sector under the Central Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme.

Another notification by the Centre has discontinued the Freight Subsidy Scheme (FSS), 2013, industrialists representing the Federation of Industry and Commerce of North Eastern Region (FINER) said. CCIS was 30% of the investment in plant and machinery without any upper ceiling as per the original policy.

“The confidence of investors has been shaken due to the frequent tinkering with and dilution of the NEIIPP 2007 and FSS 2013. If the Centre makes certain promises and goes back on them mid-way, how can the northeast see any industrial development?”

FINER chairman Pabitra

Buragohain said. The recent notifications come at a time when the NEIIPP 2007 is about to come to an end in March 2017. The ambiguity surrounding the policy has led to capital investment to the tune of Rs 30,000 crore to Rs 50,000 crore being stuck in the pipeline in the last two years. This is all the more significant as the NEIIPP 2007 has been the single largest employment-generator outside the agriculture sector, FINER said.

“Local employment, both direct and indirect, has been generated due to implementation of the NEIIPP 2007. Employment opportunities were expected to grow,” Buragohain said.

The discontinuation of FSS 2013 is also a big blow, Buragohain said, adding that the move goes against the interests of industrial development in a region where communication infrastructure is yet to be fully developed.

FINER has demanded that NEIIPP 2007 be renewed till March 31, 2019 on pre-revised terms and conditions, and FSS 2013 be restored and kept in force till January 22, 2018.

Happy that public is bearing temporary difficulties: Modi NEW DELHI, DEC 2 (AGENCIES): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said he was happy that the people of India are bearing temporary difficulties for the long term gain of the nation after demonestisation.

Expressing his views on linkedin.com, Modi said, “...When I had made the announcement on 8th November, I was aware that the people of India will face inconvenience but I had requested the people of India to bear this short term pain for long term gain. I am happy to see that the people of India are bearing temporary difficulties for the long term gain of the nation.”

“Over the last three weeks, I have made a strong appeal for increased cashless transactions. Large volumes of liquid cash are a big source of corruption and black money. Technology has brought speed and convenience in our lives.”

“I am sure most of you are using cards and e-wallets regularly but I thought I must share with you ways through which increased cashless transactions are possible,” PM wrote.

Hornbill turnout not as expected; World Aids Day: NUN demonetization plays spoil sport receives National Award Correspondent KOHIMA, NOV 2 (NPN): This year’s turnout for the Hornbill Festival has not seen the usual inflow of tourists from outside the state-- thanks to the demonetization process, as officials felt that the note ban imbroglio was one of the main reasons for the low turnout.

According to Tourism department, on the inaugural day, only 150 foreign tourists and 200 domestic tourists were registered.

While on the second day, 250 foreign tourists, 1000 domestic and 7521 from within the state visited the festival.

When Nagaland Post inquired about the low turnout, Tourism department officials said demonetization of the currency notes and restriction to withdraw money

could be the reason. They said most of the tourists had also cancelled their flights, train tickets and hotels.

However, for some, including young entrepreneurs, business at the Hornbill Festival was fruitful.

Like, M/s Vitho industrial co-operative society ltd. of Sechu Zubza comprising seven persons, selling furniture’s and wood crafts; another seven-member team of M/s Vishepu Woodcraft from Satakha, Zunheboto, ‘Fat Fryday’ food stall opened by culinary expert, Pur Longkumer from Dimapur, who had done his studies from Singapore and Thailand.

Talking to this correspondent, Dziese Angami of M/s Vitho cooperative society, said they have been on this project for the past 15 years, though none of them

acquired any formal training. It was our interest and enthusiasm that led us this far, he said. They also won third prize during the Agri Expo at Dimapur earlier.

M/s Vishepu Woodcraft, with their workshop at Naga Heritage site, was responsible for making the table and the four wooden seats for the festival venue.

All the wood—‘lalipuma’ brought from Satakha. They have been able to successfully sell their products.

P u r L o n g k u m e r ’s ‘Fat Fryday’ food stall was unique from the rest. Unlike others selling local food items, the young entrepreneur took the plunge to sell pan-Asian and continental food items. As tourists thronged his stall, he said this was his first time, and the response was truly encouraging.

DIMAPUR, DEC 2 (NPN): Nagaland Users’ Network (NUN) and Kripa foundation programme coordinator Ketholie Angami have received the awards during the observance of World AIDS Day 2016 on December 1, in New Delhi.

The Leadership Awards was organised by India HIV&AIDS Alliance, with the partnership of National AIDS Control Organization (NACO), UNDP and UNAIDS to recognize advocates and leaders from communities affected by HIV&AIDS, who have worked intensively in strengthening the nation’s HIV response specifically in the last 5 years during the National AIDS Control Programme Phase IV (NACP IV).

NUN got the best community based organisa-

tion (CBO) category award 2016 for their vital work done at the grass-roots level to improve the quality of life of key populations while Ketholelie Angami received the individual (People who Use Drugs) level category award for advancing rights of key populations, program implementation, strategy for enhanced engagement of communities.

In a press release, Kripa foundation director Abou Mere congratulated the Nagaland Users’ Network and Ketholelie Angami on receiving the awards. Mere said NUN since inception promoted representation of persons of people who use drugs (PUDs) of Nagaland and ensured that voices and needs of PUDs were heard at state and national platforms.

Day 2 of Hornbill Festival showcase cultural extravaganza of North East

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(L-R) Yak Chham dance performance by Sikkim cultural troupe; Chheraw dance by Mizo cultural troupe; Tripura cultural troupe performing Mamita dance and Pochury cultural troupe performing the Khupililie dance at Kisama (NP).

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KOHIMA, DEC 2 (NPN): On the second day of the ongoing 10-day Hornbill Festival, thousands of visitors were treated to a variety of cultural dances presented by cultural troupes of eight north eastern states organized by North East Zone Cultural Centre (NEZCC) at Kisama on Friday.

The chief guest for the second day under the theme “Culturally Yours” was sec-

retary, ministry of Human Resource Development, Vinay Sheel Oberio, IAS. One of the dances performed to the delight of the crowd and accompanied with lots of cheers and shouting was the Yak Chham Dance performed by the Sikkimese cultural troupe.

The dance depicts the movements of the yak and the simple lifestyle of the herdsmen’s of the mountains. The dancers don the costume and mask of the yak and

tune their steps to traditional songs and instruments.

The dances which performed with the aim to highlight the rich and vibrant cultures of the region enthralled the thousands visitors.

Mizoram dance troupe performed Chheraw dance which is a lively and a uniquely attractive traditional dance of Mizoram.

It is performed on all festive occasions and popularly known as bamboo dance, since bamboo forms an inte-

gral part of this folk form.

Tripura dance troupe performed Mamita dance, which is the dance performed at the harvest festival of Tripura people. People dance with gaiety after the month-long work after harvesting paddy, cotton, vegetables and other oil seed.

Young men and women would gather in the evening after coming back from daily work and carry with them a Kham and Sumui. They would go from house to

house in the village singing aloud, dancing in a rhythmic step till midnight.

Pochur y tribe performed Khupililie dance, one of the most important festivals of Pochury tribe of Nagaland. The dance usually performed in the month of February during Nazu festival the preparatory for sowing seeds for the year with songs and dances.

Adi community of Arunachal Pradesh performed Tangko Nyone dance which

is one of the most popular folk song/dances of the Adi community of Siang valley.

It narrates the story of a beautiful bird called Tangko Nyone for the appearance of the goddess of food grains to mankind. This beautiful bird appear during the spring season by showing dances with their melodious chirping voices/sound that usually invites human beings to work hard for bumper harvest.

Khasi community performed harvest dance, repre-

senting Meghalaya state. The dance is usually performed with the advent of winter and while busy thrashing paddy in the field. On the day of the harvest, friends and relatives are invited to come to the fields for harvesting. While returning home, each and every house gets busy in merry making, where men and women in traditional costumes dance with enchantment, rapture and delight.

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Khezhakeno-Lazami brotherhood fellowship

Sovenyi and Toniho and others after the monolith was unveiled.

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KOHIMA, DEC 1 (NPN): With the aim to promote unity and strengthen the relationship between the Naga brothers, Khezhakeno village under Phek district and Lazami under Zunheboto district held brotherhood fellowship at Lazami village with president Sümi Hoho, Toniho Yeptho and former president Chakhesang Pub-

as the guests of honour on November 30.

Toniho Yeptho in his address congratulated the pioneers and elders of the two villages (Khezhakeno & Lazami) for initiating the brotherhood fellowship which would usher in greater ties and bond, not only between these two villages, but between Sumi and Chakhesang and also to all

Nagas as well. He narrated about the forefathers’ tale that Sumis and Chakhesangs were blood brothers and from the same ancestors. He said with the passage of time the true spirit of brotherhood and relationship had also died down. He said that it should be strengthened without any hesitation to extend brotherly help to one another in times of need.

Yeptho reminded that both the villages should be emotionally and culturally integrated and to pass this on to the younger generation.

Sovenyi said that historically the two villages branched out from the same village but with the passage of time the present generation has almost forgotten each other. Praising the Sümi community, he said Sümi has many good qualities and trait like respecting elders, sincerity, adventurous, hard working, patriotic and women were considered as good wife and mother.

Stressing on Naga Hoho issue, Sovenyi appealed the Sümi Hoho to rethink the

Mother Prema visits Nagaland

Mother Prema along with cultural troupe in Dimapur.

DIMAPUR: Superior General Mother Prema, present successor to St. Mother Teresa of Kolkata arrived in Dimapur on November 30 to visit all the Missionary Sisters of her congregation.

Addressing the gathering she wished that all were

brought together in oneness without any distinction of language, culture, race or religion. She said that Mother Teresa of Kolkata lived a life of extraordinary fidelity to Jesus and likewise, may we imbibe God’s will in our life, she added.

Most Rev. Dr. James

Thoppil Bishop of Kohima was the main celebrant for the Holy Eucharist celebration on December 1. Fr. C. T Varghese from Don Bosco School and Fr. Thomas Toretkiu joined as concelebrants. Bishop referring to the parable of the builder in Matthew’s gospel said that Jesus taught us that true wisdom came from trusting in Him and His word.

A felicitation programme for Mother Prema was held after the Holy Eucharistic celebration.

Zeliang dance from Burma Camp, dance from Adivasi community, choreography and songs by kids were the highlights of the programme. Mother Prema would be staying with the Sisters for two days before proceeding to Tura. She would be visiting all the 27 convents of the Missionaries of Charity (MC).

decision of withdrawing from Naga Hoho and stay together as family for stronger and better relationship.

Senior advocate Timikha Koza in his speak on behalf of the Khezhakeno villagers expressed gratitude to Lazami village for organizing the programme. He appealed both the communities to have the healthy relationship. Programme was chaired by principal, Life Insurance Training Institute, Danis Achumi while cultural presentation was given by the villagers of Lazami and Khezakeno. Vote of thanks was pronounced by chairman, Lazami Village Council Yikuto Achumi and concluded with a benediction prayer by CRC Sodzulhou Dimapur Rev. Bulechu Koza. Earlier, migration monolith was unveiled by Sovenyi, former president, CPO and brotherhood fellowship monolith was unveiled by, Sumi Hoho president Toniho Yeptho. The programme was attended by hundreds of Khezhakeno and Lazami villagers.

Observation of Ntl Science Day DIMAPUR: Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India observes February 28 as National Science Day. In this connection the Department of Science & Technology (DST) has selected the theme for 2017 as “Science and Technology for Specially Abled Persons.”

A notification issued

by Prof. Dr Jaspal S. Sandhu, secretary, University Grants Commission (UGC) has asked organization of National Science Day on February 28, 2017 in respective Universities and in the affiliated colleges on the same theme in an appropriate manner.

For any clarification and assistance one may contact Dr. Bhanu Pratap Singh, Head-NCSTC Division (011-26590302, Telefax-011-26521865, email: bpratap@nic.in).

Nagaland Post, Dimapur saturday, december 3, 2016

news in brief ERO Zunheboto informs: Electoral Registration Officer (ERO), Zunheboto, Shanavas IAS, has informed that list of amendments to the draft electoral roll for the constituencies of Zunheboto Town Council(ZTC) has been prepared with 01-01-2016 as qualifying date in accordance with Nagaland Municipal Act 2001 and Nagaland Municipal Election Rules 2003. A copy of the said roll together with the said list of amendments has been published and will be available for inspection at the office.

WTC informs business establishments: Wokha Town Council (WTC) has informed all shop keepers and all other business establishments of Wokha town that renewal of trade permits would commence from December 5 to January 31. WTC further informed that defaulters would be charged penalty fee of Rs 20. All have been requested to co-operate and comply with the order.

NSSATA Tuensang unit general meeting: Nagaland SSA Teachers Association (NSSATA) has convened a general meeting on December 8 at 10 a.m at CKS conference hall, Tuensang. All the members of NSSATA under Tuensang district have been asked to attend the meeting.

Meeting for Republic Day 2017: Meeting has been convened in the office chamber of the Home Commissioner, Nagaland, on December 14 at 11:30 a.m to chalk out the work distribution/programme for Republic Day celebration. Concerned officers/departments requested to attend the meeting are DGP Kohima, IGAR (North) Kohima, Commandant, 164, Naga Territorial Army, Jakhama, DIG CRPF Kohima, Commandant 155th Bn BSF Battalion, Chedema, Director, Sainik Welfare & Resettlement, Commissioner & Secretary, School Education, Commissioner & Secretary, Art & Culture, Commissioner & Secretary, Land Resource Development, Commissioner & Secretary, IPR, Commissioner & Secretary, PHE, Commissioner & Secretary, Horticulture, Commissioner & Secretary, Health & Family Welfare, Special Secretary, Home, Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, Superintendent of Police, Kohima.

CEO, Kohima Municipal Council, Kohima, Director, Youth Resource & Sports, Director, Music Task Force, Director, IPR, for wide publication in all local dailies, DIG, Fire, Deputy Commandant General, Home Guards & Civil Defence and SDO, PWD (H), Nagaland Civil Secretariat.

NHAK GNM graduation ceremony: School of Nursing Naga Hospital authority Kohima GNM graduation ceremony would be held on December 6, 11 a.m at DBT conference hall NHAK. Principal Director Directorate of health and family welfare Nagaland Dr. L. Watikala would address the gathering.

Tuensang DPDB meeting: Tuensang district planning and development board meeting for the month of December has been convened on December 6, 11am at Deputy Commissioner Conference Hall Tuensang. All the concerned DPDB members have been requested to attend the meeting.

CM to launch road safety awareness campaign and workshop: Chief Minister of Nagaland T.R. Zeliang would launch the programme on road safety awareness campaign

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and workshop on road safety on December 5,10 a.m at hotel De Oriental grand Kohima.

ADC Wka & ERO notifies: ADC Wokha and ERO Hotolu Swu has notified public that the Electoral Roll for the constituency of Wokha Town Council has been prepared in accordance with reference to January 1, 2016 as the qualifying date. It was further notified that a copy of the same has been published and would be available for inspection at the office of ADC Wokha and ERO. EE informs: Executive Engineer, Er. Kasho Chishi in a press note has informed the consumers of Chumukedima town that online payment of Electricity bill was now operational. All consumers have been informed of the facility and that Electricity bills can be made through online payment by logging to the following website: www.dopn.gov.in.

Dimapur Christ Church informs: Dimapur Christ Church has informed that the recent worship centre at IMC hall have been moved to SM College auditorium, Landmark colony (PWD). All believers have been requested to join the new worship center from December 4 at 10 a.m.

Mass teachers training: Three-day mass teachers training for government primary and middle section teachers, including those of Hindi teachers posted in the private schools under Wokha district has been fixed from December 6 to 8. All concerned teachers have been requested to attend the said training positively as per the schedule: Wokha at 10:30 a.m in the Wokha town hall, Sanis at 10:30 a.m in the LTC hall and Bhandari at 10:30 a.m in the Bhandari town hall. Attendance of all teachers would be compulsory and, “no work no pay” would be imposed on the absentee teacher(s)/school(s).

KVC clarifies : Kholeboto Village Council has clarified to the news item, “two held for extortion” that the claim of Vikheto Awomi son of late Likayi Awomi of Kholeboto Village, Zunheboto was totally baseless and false as the incumbent was not an inhabitant of Kholeboto village. In a press note, head G.B Kahovi Awomi and chairman Hoshepu Awomi stated that village council has cautioned Viketo Awomi for his claim and for defaming the village and warned that if he was found indulging in such kinds of activity then stern action would be initiated against him.

NASU convenes: Niuland Area Students’ Union (NASU) has convened its first jubilee meeting on December 5 at 10 a.m in Kuhoxu Village, Niuland. All executives, advisors and jubilee board members have been requested to attent the same without fail.

PINDICS trg Zbto: District education officer (DEO) Zunheboto H. Nitoli Khulu has informed all the teaching staffs to attend the one-day performance indicators (PINDICS) training for self assessment of teachers on December 7 at respective EBRC. Aghunato EBRC hall at 10 am, DEO further informed that two-day SHAALA SIDDHI training for teacher in charge of GPS and head teacher of GMS would be held on December 8-9 at 10 a.m at their respective EBRC halls.

One dies in road accident

MON, DEC 2 (NPN): In a tragic incident one lady identified as Lemya (about 64 years) of Tamlu village died on the spot when the Sumo in which she was travelling met with an accident on Friday. Two passengers, one male and one female sustained injuries in the accident and were admitted at District Hospital Mon. According to reports, the Sumo bearing--04 C 0204-- carrying 5 passenger was on its way to Tizit Town (Namsa) when the accident occurred between Tuimei village and Zakho village junction, under Tizit Police Station. The driver of the ill fated sumo surrendered himself to the police.

World AIDS Day observed across Nagaland

(L-R): Dr. Akaho Awomi speaking at World Aids day at Zubheboto (DIPR). Students taking pledge during the World AIDS day in Wokha. St. John College students and staffs along with principal. Judicial magistrate first class Phuleto Yeptho along with the organisers in Mon.

DIMAPUR: Joining the rest of the world, 29th World AIDS Day was commemorated at Old Town Prayer Fellowship, Zunheboto on December 1 under the theme ‘Hands up for HIV prevention’, DIPR informed.

Senior Medicine Specialist, District Hospital, Zunheboto, Dr. Akaho Awomi was the resource person for the event.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Akaho said HIV/ AIDS had caused more deaths than the two successive World wars. He said two million people throughout the world were dying of HIV/AIDS every year.

Dr. Akaho also said that Nagaland has the highest prevalence rate of HIV in India and approximately 300 persons were dying due to the said disease in Nagaland every year.

Exhorting the gathering not to discriminate people living with HIV/ AIDS, the resource person urged the congregation to encourage and support the victims.

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earliest, Dr.Akaho urged the gathering to take proactive role by creating awareness among its family members, friends and neighbors about the disease.

District program officer (DPO), DACPU, Atokali Assumi in her keynote address said, commemorating World Aids Day was to create awareness among the general populace about HIV and its consequences. She also gave a brief statistics of the present scenario of HIV/AIDS in the state and the district.

T h e p r o g r a m wa s chaired by Viketo while vote of thanks was proposed by Supervisor, ICTC, Hokishe Chophy. The program was organized by DAPCU, Zunheboto in collaboration with NZP+ and HIV and AIDS Facilities.

K I P H I R E : Wo r l d AIDS Day was observed in Kiphire district at Sumi Baptist Church (Aizuto) Kiphire Town on December 1.

The programme was organized by DAPCU in collaboration with Red Ribbon Club and sponsored

by Nagaland State AIDS Control Society under the theme “Hands up for HIV

prevention.” Speaking as a chief guest, additional SP Kiphire, Rezulule said that HIV/AIDS infects a person at the peak of their productive and income generating phase which affects the society at large. She informed that HIV/AIDS has become one of the most dreaded killer diseases that bring about anxiety and depression to the individual.

While narrating a story, she stressed that everyone is vulnerable to this disease and strikes when one least expects it. She urged that one can contribute to the society by taking care of one’s lifestyle which will go a long way in HIV prevention and requested that we educate one another to work towards an HIV/AIDS free society.

In a short speech, district supervisor ICTC, T.L. Khiantsumong stated that the significance of observing the day was to “globally show our support for those people living with HIV/ AIDS.”. DPO, DAPCU, Tsiatsuvi gave an insight on the district scenario and stated that approximately 40-45 individuals are tested for HIV monthly. According to the statistics given by

her, during April-September 2016, 512 males and 325 females were tested for HIV out of which 17 males and 10 females tested positive.

Khupai who has been undergoing ART treatment for 6 years bravely shared her experience and urged those living with HIV to not “stigmatize oneself.” She said that once she opened up, she received love and support from her family and friends, and was not discriminated as she had feared. She spoke on the importance of support received during such times as without it, one may be affected mentally.

Solidarity message was delivered by vice principal, Zisaji Presidency College, Dr. Purna Chandra Mishra and Pastor, New Life Prayer Home Ariba who requested that spreading of awareness right from our homes should be made a common agenda and not to discriminate those infected with the virus. The programme was chaired by counsellor, ART Kiphire, Athrongba while god’s blessing was invoked by president, Pastor’s Fellowship Kiphire Town, Mughaho.

TUENSANG: Tu-

ensang also joined the rest of the world and observed World AIDS Day under the theme ‘’Hands up for HIV prevention’’, with Chang Khulei Setshang (CKS), president M.P.Nokshang as guest speaker.

Nokshang in his speech said that the day should be marked as an awareness programme to spread message against HIV&AIDS. He also informed the church leaders and community leaders to create some awareness programme to reduce HIV&AIDS positive for the people of the District and remembering those people died of HIV/AIDS. Earlier, the programme was chaired by Hongsayimjong, invocation prayer was pronounced by KBC Tuensang associate pastor, Pusha, significance of the day was highlighted by ICTC Dapcu, Tuensag district supervisor K.Tunyuh, district scenario was presented by NETSU, PO Imsu Pongen.

Red Ribbon Club: on the occasion of World AIDS Day, Red Ribbon Club, St. John College, Dimapur organised painting cum essay competition on the theme “ Hands up for HIV preven-

tion.” The competition started with a short programme.

Asst. Professor Asenla Longkumer, in her message conveyed the darkest side of AIDS with light and awareness. The students along with the faculties pledged on the theme.

WOKHA: In Wokha, World AIDS Day was observed at DC conference hall Wokha jointly organized by DAPCU & WNP+ VIHAAN which was sponsored by NSACS with ADC Wokha Thavaseelan as chief guest. Thavaseelan in his speech said that no pandemic such as HIV & AIDS have been recorded in the history of mankind which have swept so many lives and if people do not work hand in gloves together it will wipe the future generation. Students were given priority because they were the future, he lamented. He also said that DAPCU and administration are closely coordinating together for the cause.

Theme speaker first class magistrate & secretary legal service Wokha Wonchibeni spoke on the theme “Hands up for HIV prevention” where she gave

a brief over view on basic of HIV & AIDS and gave the world scenario of infected and affected. She also elaborated on the demands of the theme- more condoms, right to health, VMMC, PrEP, No violence, zero discrimination, harm reduction and HIV treatment.

DPO DAPCU Lichumoodyuo, gave presentation on the scenario of HIV & AIDS and challenges of PLHIV of Wokha district.

He stated that current year recorded the highest HIV detection compared to other years. Out of 4738 tested, 33 were HIV positive (April –October 2016).

WNP+ president Apeni Lotha also shared her personal experiences.

Earlier the programme was chaired by PO NETSU Zuchamo Ovung, invocation prayer by counsellor MICTC Robin Ezung and vote of thanks by counsellor OST DH Longshio. The programme concluded with screening of documentary “Eye of the Strom” MON: World AIDS Day was observed in Mon on the theme “Hands up for HIV prevention” jointly organized by DAPCU,

DLSA, MUN and Project AXSHYA. Judicial magistrate first class Phuleto Yeptho, Mon speaking on the rights and privileges of PLHIV said HIV positive person has every right of liberty and one should not discriminate and they should be given privileges in every field. He or she has freedom of movement, he stated.

He also said that it is restricted to put the picture of HIV person on pamphlets without the consent of the person and also restricted to publish in newspaper, social media and face book the identity of the person. HIV is not curable but could be prevented through awareness; therefore awareness programme should be organized in every place, he added. DTO Mon Dr. Tiasunep, also spoke on the prevention and care of HIV & AIDS. Earlier the programme was chaired by pastor Phelem Fellowship, invocation was pronounced by pastor Gorkha Baptist Church Mon Joshua, key note address by DPO, DAPCU Longyim Tzudir and special song was presented

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(Temperature in ºC) Max Agartala Sunny 29 Aizawl Sunshine and nice 25 Guwahati Mostly sunny and pleasant 29 Imphal Mostly sunny and pleasant 25 Itanagar Partly sunny and pleasant 24 Shillong Partly sunny 19 Kohima A little afternoon rain 20 Dimapur Mostly sunny and comfortable 26 Mkg Mostly sunny and pleasant 22 Tuensang Mostly sunny and cooler 16 Wokha Sunny to partly cloudy 20 Zunheboto Mostly sunny 19

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BJP central leader visits Nagaland DIMAPUR: National BJP co-ordination & Sagathak Kisan Morcha, Panchayati Raj, Hridaynath Singh visited Nagaland on November 30 and held series of meeting with party workers at Tourist Lodge conference hall.

The selected parent body team led by the state president comprising of office bearers and senior leaders had a thorough deliberation with the visiting central leader on the issues pertaining to organisation and present political situation in the state.

All frontal chiefs and districts Kisan Morcha also had a meeting with the visiting leader. Meanwhile, BJP Nagaland has notified that as resolved earlier, state BJP president Visasolie Lhoungu have consented to convene a special meeting on December 3 at 11 a.m in Hotel Sarmati.

All state officer bearers, legislators, core- group members, frontal chiefs only and senior members have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

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Online registration Traffic regulations, advisory for ASA stone pulling ceremony of farmers at Kisama

DIMAPUR: In view of pulling till it ends. Deputy from 11:00 hrs till the end co-operation. the ASA golden jubilee commissioner has there- of the ceremony; vehicle(s) ASA advisory: Angastone pulling ceremony on fore advised the commuters coming from auxiliary roads mi Spor ts Association December 3, as part of the to take peripheral diver- to the NH/main road (route (ASA) has also issued an Hornbill Festival where sion routes for unavoidable mentioned above) shall be advisory for the occasion. several thousands of par- movements. restricted from plying during ASA requested the troupes ticipants from all Angami Kohima Traffic Police: the Ceremony. All upward to reach their allotted juncregions and VVIPs/VIPs In addition to DC’s notifi- vehicle(s) coming from Di- tion at 10 a.m-- Southern would take part in the cer- cation, the Kohima Traffic mapur and proceeding to- Angamis at Mohonkhola emony, the deputy commis- Police has issued separate wards Imphal/Kisama shall and BOC, Chakhro &Westsioner Kohima, Rovilatuo traffic regulations for the be diverted from Para-Med- ern Angamis at TCP gate Mor, has issued the follow- occasion. Kohima Traffic ical junction via – Fira junc- and Northern Angamis at ing traffic regulations on Police in a press note noti- tion once the party crosses Kezieke. the occasion:- No vehicle fied that no vehicle(s) would PHQ Point; vehicle(s) comAngamis are to comparking would be allowed be allowed to ply on the ing from northern side and pulsorily wear the full traon the stone pulling road route from KMC Parking proceeding towards south- ditional attire for the prostretch from Chali Parking Lot (Old Ministers’ Hill) ern side (Kisama) shall be gramme. Person without (KMC parking Old Min- to ‘Y’ Junction (Phoolbari) diverted from Census Junc- the full attire would not be isters Hill) to Khouchiezie from 1100 hrs till the end of tion – Naga Bazaar – Para- allowed to pull the stone. local ground from 9 a.m till the ceremony on December medical route once the party Further, ASA informed that the stone pulling was over; 3; no vehicle(s) would be al- crosses PHQ Point. no one would be allowed to While enforcing the cross the rope of the stone.

Secretary, Horticulture, Alan Gonmei launching the online registration of All vehicular movements lowed to be parked alongside farmers under National e-Governance plan for Agriculture (NeGDA) on would be restricted on this the road from KMC Parking above traffic regulations, the Guest/tourists can walk on December 2 at Kisama. (DIPR) road from 11 a.m i.e com- Lot (Old Ministers’ Hill) to Kohima Traffic Police have the side ways to view the mencement of the stone ‘Y’ Junction (Phoolbari) requested all to extend full pulling, ASA added.

DIMAPUR: Secretary to ment. throughout crop cycle, he Government of Nagaland, He also mentioned mentioned that effective Horticulture, Alan Gonmei that both department of- management of schemes launched the online reg- ficials and farmers were and enhancing and inteistration of farmers under equally important for the grating the existing ICT iniNational e- Governance success of the programme. tiative of center and State. plan for Agriculture (NeG- Therefore, he urged all conDuring the proDA) on December 2 at cerned to put concerted ef- gramme, secretary to HighKisama, an official bulletin forts for the successful reg- er Education, HRD, GOI, informed. istration of farmers through Vinay Sheel Oberio, IAS “Through this pro- online. also visited the Hortiscape. gramme, the farmers will Director of HorticulDeputy director and now able to access the back- ture, Pawan Kumar in his Nodal Officer NeGPA, ing of the experts and scien- keynote address said NeG- Qhutovi Wotsa chaired tists,” remarked Gonmei PA was for bringing farm- the inaugural programme during the launch. ers centricity and service and consultant NeGPA, Through this all farm- orientation and enhancing Alongla Aier demonstrated ers will be benefited by farmers reach and impact how to register through onmeans of SMS where one of extension service to the line system. Large number can ask any query about the farmers. Also for improv- of farmers turned up and schemes or programmes ing access of farmers to registered their names dur- As a part of the Hornbill Festival celebration, Rattle and Hum Music Society Nagaland organised the 4th edition of Handshake Concert at Raj Bhavan Kohima on Friday. (PRO to Governor) under Horticulture Depart- information and services ing the programme.

Soil and water conservation department website launched

Peter K. Rengma.

DIMAPUR: Department of Soil and Water Conservation today launched its websitewww.snwc.nagaland.gov.in at directorate of soil and water conservation.

The website was formally launched by director, Soil and Water Conservation, Peter K. Rengma.

Speaking on the occasion, Rengma remarked

that website was the very first impression about the department, when somebody visits the website to access information of the department.

He stated the website should contain contact information, clear and straight to the point information about the Department, location etc. in order to cater to the requirements of the public at large in a transparent manner.

Rengma fur ther thanked the continued and generous co-operation extended by various officials of the department and the department IT Nodal officer in bringing out the Departmental website.

The launch of the website is an initiative of the Department to reach out to people and communicate with them where one can access the activities and get information of the Department.

DoSE informs on Pre-Matric Scholarship

DIMAPUR: Directorate of School Education (DoSE) has informed all the head of the institutions of both Government and private schools that application submitted by the student for Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minority student through online must be verified by respective head of the institution for their concerned student without fail before December 19, 2016 as directed by the Ministry.

According to DIPR reports, many applications were yet to be verified by the head of the institution and in this connection, the department has issued notifications on August 29 and September 22, 2016 which were published in all the local dailies.

The department has also reminded those Institutions who are yet to obtain their Institution USER ID and Password to acquire it from the DoSE within this week. The DoSE may be contacted for any information at 8132858931/9436064560 during office hours only.

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Stranded trucks escorted back to Imphal Government seeks 60 coys of Central forces to counter UNC’s blockade

IMPHAL, Dec 2: Thousands of armed state police and security personnel and central reserve police force escorted back 221 goods laden trucks stranded beyond Mao gate to Imphal.

The combined security forces left Imphal for Mao late yesterday evening with all necessary machineries like recovery vans, JCPs, fire tenders and escorted back the stranded vehicles late yesterday night.

Of the 60 companies of Central paramilitary forces sought by the Manipur government from MHA, two companies of CRPF personnel were provided for the state government to utilize in opening the two main national highways, NH-37 and NH-2 affected by the ongoing economic blockade.

The trucks arrived at Imphal without any disturbances on the way while passing to the Naga dominated stretch of Im-

phal-Mao section of NH-2 Thursday noon.

Police said a total of 221 trucks loaded with essential commodities have been escorted back to Imphal by the combined forces led by additional DGP C Doungel of Manipur police.

The tr ucks were stranded on Nagaland side since the commencement of the economic blockade.

The stranded trucks started moving on NH-2 with the security escorts late last night and passed the entire Naga dominated stretch of the highway from Mao to Senapati district headquarters in the wee hour and reached Kangpokpi at dawn.

Besides the security escorts, a good number of security forces including personnel of the Senapati police fenced the entire stretch, the police said.

Troops of Assam Rifles were also deployed as ROP duty at sensitive locations along the highway to

foil any attempt to attack the trucks by blockade supporters.

The economic blockade call given by the United Naga Council (UNC) on the national highways passing through Naga inhabited hill areas of Manipur with the backing of All Naga Students’ Association Manipur (ANSAM) commenced from the intervening night of October 31 and November 1.

UNC intensified its stir after its president Gaidon Kamei was arrested by the state police along with his publicity secretary on November 25 last while they were heading Senapati from Imphal on NH-2.

An official source said that out of 60 companies of Central security forces sought by the state government from the Union ministry of home affairs, two companies of CRPF have already been provided to protect the national highways.

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Relax withdrawal cash limit: M’laya opposition Correspondent

Shillong, Dec 2: Meghalaya’s principal opposition party, the United Democratic Party (UDP) on Friday shot off a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking his intervention to increase the withdrawal cash limited from the banks ahead of the Christmas celebrations.

“We request your good office to kindly consider this plea, which will only strengthen the support

for your progressive programmes,” UDP legislator Jemino Mawthoh stated in a letter to Modi.

Mawthoh said the present strictures put forth by the BJP-led NDA government needs to be relaxed in a manner that would ease the dispensation of cash from banks and also an increase on the withdrawal limit, which in turn, will not deprive the citizenry from ending this year on an otherwise blossoming note.

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your good office to kindly intervene at this juncture on account of the festive season that is being widely celebrated and more so for Christian populated states like ours, where in the spirit of giving and forgiving, expenses are high to meet age old customs of celebration and gifting,” he added.

UDP welcomes the move but, Mawthoh said, it has been a harrowing experience for the marginalized who failed to party with the Jan Dhan Yojana.

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Free Medical Camp at Yikhum Village led by HoP General Manager, Shri. Daya Shankar Rai and Dr. S.S. Chowdhury CMO and his Medical Staff of DHEP NEEPCO Doyang Wokha under CSR CD Program was held on 29/111/2016 at Church Compound. Altogether 100 patients were treated.

The Village Council, Church leaders and the treated patients specially thank the visiting teams & Medical staff for their benevolent job had further wish them all success in their future endeavour.

OFFICE OF THE AKULUTO-VK AREA UNION KOHIMA NAGALAND : KOHIMA

TOSHIKA KINNY Gen. Secretary Akuluto, VK, Area Union Kohima

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The Akuluto-VK, Area Union Kohima during its Ahuna Celebration -cum- General Session held at Dzülakie on 12th Nov. 2016, unanimously elected the new office bearers for the tenure 2016-2019.

1. President : Ayeto Sumi 2. Vice President : Khedu Sumi 3. General Secretary : Toshika Kinny 4. Asst. General Secy. : Ahoqhe Awomi 5. Treasurer : Khekiye Kiba 6. P.R.O : 1. Er. Kumughato Chophy 2. Gideon Chishi 7. Advisor : 1. Shihoto Chophy 2. Er. Hozheto Shikhu 3. Er. Nikato Assumi 4. Dr. Hevito Shohe 8. Representatives : 1. Hekuto : Litta Old/New 2. Avis : Sutemi/Shichimi/ Akuluto Town/Lumithsami 3. Nitoho : Lotisa Old/New/Mapulumi 4. Ghonito : Izheto/Sasuta/Ajiqha 5. Zhetovi : Phishumi/Mukhami 6. Kheito : VK Town/Maromi 7. Nikhuhe : Lumami/Alaphumi/ Zaphu Old/New/Sumi Settsu Sd/AYETO SUMI President Akuluto, VK, Area Union Kohima

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IMPHAL, Dec 2: Manipur Governor Dr Najma A Heptulla Friday stressed on the need for imparting skill development to develop small scale industries in the state.

Since, it is topographically not possible to establish large scale industries in the state, there is need to train people to develop small scale industries like tourism, health care, handloom and handicrafts etc, the Governor said.

Addressing at the inaugural function of a workshop on skill development hosted by the Raj Bhavan, the Governor observed that the development of small scale industries will able to generate employment to a large scale. Imparting training will keep the people busy which in turn will divert the mindsets of the people from frequent bandhs and blockades witnessing in the state every other days, she said.

Manipur has unique bio-diversity, the black rice

Guwahati, Dec 2 (Agencies): Newly appointed acting chairman of Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) Brigadier (retd.) Ranjit Barthakur said it would be a great challenge for him to clean up the image of the commission in the coming days.

Speaking to reporters just after taking charge as acting chairman of the commission, Barthakur stated, “Though I have limited time at hand, still I will try to put in place a

transparent system that can be continued for long.”

Barthakur also appealed to all concerned not to request him personally in favour of candidates.

“When I was a member of the commission, I used to get calls regarding candidates who appeared in different exams and interviews conducted by the commission.”

The APSC acting chairman informed declaration of results of exams conducted by the commis-

sion for 14 departments of the state government has got stuck due to the ongoing crisis. “As per the APSC constitution, signatures of all members who were also part of interview panels are required before declaring the results. But as we all know, three of our members are now in judicial custody. Regarding this we will hold a meeting with the chief secretary and seek views of the state government.”

Barthakur further add-

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The Dimapur Khar Nemchaba Kidong extends our heartiest congratulations to Shri. T. Imkong Jamir for being promoted to the post of Director, Soil and Water Conservation, Govt. of Nagaland.

The Kidong pray that God would give him wisdom and good health in his future endeavour.

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R. Zanbemo Kithan Pastor, Yikhum B/Church

I ta nag a r , D e c 2 (Agencies): Delivering yet another ‘blow’ to underground elements operating from eastern Arunachal Pradesh, the Changlang battalion of Assam Rifles has apprehended the selfstyled area commander of Khonsa SS Capt Eli Ketok along with another cadre SS second lieutenant Winjung Jugli of NSCN (R) and Rajapio Junghap Jugli from Lunglong village in the wee hours of Thursday.

Acting on a tip off, the security forces nabbed the militants from Lunglong village in Changlang with two Pistols, three magazines and 18 live rounds along with an extortion register documenting their misdeeds.

The NSCN (R) cadres were involved in many extortions cases in the Changlang and Tirap district of Arunachal Prdeash. There are pending cases against SS Capt Eli Ketok at Khonsa and Kanubari police stations. Both the cadres are being handed over to Changlang police station.

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and orchids of the state are not found in other parts of the country and these can be developed as a small scale industry, she observed.

“We have to get people busy with work as it may help in cutting down bandhs and blockades. For this, we need skilled people, along with skilled, there should be job creation because the final focus is job,” Heptullah said.

Asserting that, it has been a hundred days since she took over the Governorship of the state, Heptulla said that she understood all the problems and issues of the state which has two regions- hills and valley.

State chief minister O Ibobi Singh also presided over the inaugural function of the workshop organized under the sponsorship of the Union ministry of skill development & entrepreneurship. In his address, the chief minister stated that even with a tiny and limited resource, the state has invested 4% GDP in the health sector.

new GOC 101 Area

Shillong, Dec 1 (PTI): Lieutenant General Depinder Singh Ahuja has taken over as the General Officer Commanding 101 Area last week, defence officials said here. Commissioned into the Bengal Sappers in December 1981, the officer has had an illustrious and a chequered career spanning 35 years, they said.

Lt Gen D S Ahuja replaces Lt Gen S P Nawathe and had earlier served as Chief Engineer Eastern Command, involved in the planning and execution of major infrastructure projects, Defense Spokesperson Amit Mahajan said. He has also served as a military observer at Angola as part of the United Nations Mission and is known to have performed exceedingly well in various courses of instruction, Mahajan said.

Lt Gen Ahuja attended the Staff College, Wellington, Higher Defence Management Course at Hyderabad and National Defence College at New Delhi.

Cleaning up APSC will be a challenge, says Borthakur

Regd. No: 3828

I, Shri. SHANTHUNGO YANTHAN, S/o Late Nzio Yanthan a permanent resident of Yonchucho Village under Wokha District in the State of Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm an Oath and declare as under.

1. That, I am a bonafide citizen of India, hailing from Lotha/Naga tribe of Nagaland.

2. That, in all my official documents my name has been entered and recorded as Shri. SHANTHUNGO YANTHAN. 3. Whereas, in the SBI Account Passbook my name has been inadvertently entered and recorded as SHANTHUNGO LOTHA instead of SHANTHUNGO YANTHAN. 4. That, the name Shri. SHANTHUNGO YANTHAN and SHANTHUNGO LOTHA pertains to the same and one person only i.e. my name.

5. Henceforth, I shall be known by Shri. SHANTHUNGO YANTHAN for all official/ Lega Purposes.

6. That, this affidavit is sworn for the purpose of declaring that the different names as recorded above shall be treated as Shri. SHANTHUNGO YANTHAN in all official purposes by the competent authority.

Date : 02/12/2016 DEPONENT VERIFICATION I, Shri. SHANTHUNGO YANTHAN the above named deponent do hereby verify that the contents of this affidavit from 1 to 6 are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing has been concealed therein.

Solemnly sworn and sign this affidavit before me by the deponent on this day of the ____th of _______2016.

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Robin Kithan Chairman, Yikhum Village

sought the security forces to implement an order of the High Court of Manipur directing the state government ensure disturbance free movement of goods laden vehicles on the national highways. While directing the state government, the court further asked the state government to seek Central security forces from the Centre in ensuring free flow of the vehicles if necessary.

Manipur government is understood to have further plan to send another strong contingents of security forces along the Imphal-Jiribam section of NH-37 were over 300 freshly arrived goods laden trucks including petroleum product carriers were stranded, waiting for security escorts.

Before escorting the goods laden vehicles, a full security proof arrangement will be put in place along the entire stretch of the highway to evade any attack, the source said.

NSCN-R kingpin apprehended in Arunachal

Khar Nemchaba Kidong Dimapur Unit Nagaland

ed that interviews can be re-taken in such a crisis situation, but the final decision will have to be taken by the State government.

On exam-related issues, according to Bar-

thakur, he had conflicts with arrested APSC chairman Rakesh Kumar Paul in the past. “I offered him some suggestions on this issue, but he didn’t accept them.”

YEKULLHA

Homeland Ghami yeghi bocho dolo ayeghi (Alu) qhu puakemiqo council eno kukami sasu kilekkughu shi mono ayeghi qhu puaghi aye atsala 28-01-2017 zuno ighino kilekughu shi luve penike pithive ani.

Sd/(Jepitoshe Jakha) Chairman Homeland Village Council

(X. Khukiye) Secretary Homeland Village Council

NO.GA/SADAR/RECOGNITION-TOBU/2014-15/986 Dated, Mon the 23rd Nov. 2016

PUBLIC NOTICE

Whereas, a proposal has been received by the undersigned for recognition of new village New Tobu Village, under Tobu SubDivisional in Mon District with an area of 6326757.9 sq. mtrs with the following scheduled of boundary : 1. East : Pokpen Kang 2. West : Yauke Yem 3. North : Hauh Nallah (Tobu Village) 4. South : Teshe Nallah Therefore, it is hereby notified for information of all concerned individual/groups/villages that any claims and objection against the recognition of New Tobu Village be submitted to this Office in written within the stipulated period, it will be assumed that there is no complaint what so ever in connection to the above proposed and that the matter shall be forwarded to the Government for further necessary action.

(W. HONJE KONYAK) NCS Deputy Commissioner, Mon : Nagaland DP-9880

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND DIRECTORATE OF HEALTH & FAMILY WELFARE No: DHFW-8/RSBY/TENDER/2015-16/

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Dated Kohima the 2nd Dec. 2016

ENROLMENT SCHEDULE UNDER RSBY SCHEME OF TUENSANG DISTRICT

The Health & Family Department hereby notify the Enrolment Schedule under RSBY & SCHIS Scheme for BPL and MGNREGA Job Card holders in Tuensang District with effect from 05.12.2016. It is mention that Enrollment Team cannot visit a particular place for more than once. All village and ward/compound/ town Authorities are therefore requested to organize for Enrolment of all families enlisted in BPL and MGNREGA Job Card holders and be positively present on the scheduled day of your village/ ward/compound/ town for Enrolment.

Date Names of Villages to be covered 05-Dec-16 Noksen Hq, Noksen Village, Litem.

06-Dec-16 Yangpi (Kongsang), Yali, Longra.

07-Dec-16 Yukumsang Village, Yimrup, Kumpong, Yongyu, Santak.

08-Dec-16 Chare Hq, Chare Old Town, Chare Village.

09-Dec-16 Old Chungliyimti, New Chungliyimti, Old Tsadanger, New Tsadanger.

10-Dec-16 Thronger, Thonglongsor, Alisopur, Longkiphe, Kidding, New Tsaru.

13-Dec-16 Old Mangakhi, New Mangakhi, Old Sangsomong, New Sangsomong, Longkhim Hq. 15-Dec-16 Holongba, Phirahir.

16-Dec-16 Lirise, Chungtore, Chimonger, Angangba, Yangli, Lithsami.

19-Dec-16 Thonoknyu Hq, Thonoknyu Vill, Chilliso, Thoktsur.

20-Dec-16 Peshu, Jejieking, New Sanglao.

22-Dec-16 Sanglao, Wui(Wei), Chipur, Pang.

26-Dec-16 Thangoun, Kenjong, Pangking, Thongsonyu.

27-Dec-16 Chessore Hq. 28-Dec-16 Chessore, Hukir, Kephore.

30-Dec-16 Kiutsukiur, Shiponger, Y. Anner Vill, K. Longsoru.

02-Jan-17 Kelonger, Aiponger, Longtoker, Langa.

03-Jan-17 Shamator Hq, Shamator Vill.

04-Jan-17 Waphur, Lasikiur, Rurur A&B Village.

05-Jan-17 Tsurungto Hq, Sikiur (Sikiur B), Sukiur.

06-Jan-17 Chassir, Muleangkiur, Sangphur.

07-Jan-17 Yakore, Liangkonger, Shawoh, K. Shophu.

09-Jan-17 Noklak Hq, Noklak Village.

10-Jan-17 Nokyan (Nokyau), Nokyan B. 11-Jan-17 Pangsha (Old), Pangsha ( New), Dan, Wansoi.

13-Jan-17 kusong, Nokhu, Kengnyu, Tsuwao, Lengnyu, Yakhao.

14-Jan-17 Pathso Noken, Ekhao, NR, Pathso, Langnok.

16-Jan-17 Kingpao NR, Aniashu, Choklangan, Chandang Saddle.

18-Jan-17 Chingmei Vill (Chingie), Waoshu, Yimpang, Taknyu.

20-Jan-17 New Chingmei, Pangsha New, Pangsha Old. 23-Jan-17 Tuensang Hq, Chingmelen.

24-Jan-17 Kuthur, Chendang, Konya.

25-Jan-17 Ngangpong, Sipongsang, Sotokur, Lokhung (Lokong).

27-Jan-17 Tuensang Village.

30-Jan-17 Hakchang, Sangsanyu Vill, Sangshen Comp, Sauchu, Mongchung (Momching).

31-Jan-17 Nakshou, Ngoungchung, Bhumbak, Haak, Potambou, Khudei, Helipong, Kejok (Kinjon), Maksha,Nyinnyim, Keshai.

SD/(DR. L. WATIKALA) Principal Director Directorate of Health & Family Welfare Nagaland: Kohima DC-2681

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Modi practising TRP politics: Rahul

NEW DELHI, DEC 2 (PTI): Rahul Gandhi today chaired the meeting of Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) for the first time and launched an all-out attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of practising TRP politics and making the country suffer due to his “vanity and incompetence”.

Addressing the CPP meeting in the absence of his mother Sonia Gandhi, who is indisposed, the Congress Vice President described the Prime Minister as being “a prisoner of his own image” and alleged that Modi was inflicting “tremendous suffering” on the people to protect his own persona.

Excerpts of his speech in the central hall of Parliament were later aired by television channels though such meetings are generally out of bounds for the media. With the opposition attacking the Prime Minister for not hearing them out in Parliament over demonetization, the Congress Vice President said if Modi listened to the views of democratically elected members it could potentially prevent him from making the “cata-

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strophic” policy mistakes he is currently making.

“We never gave India a Prime Minister who bypassed the experience of those sitting in the institutions. The country has suffered tremendous damage as a result of the vanity and incompetence of our PM,” he charged.

“The Congress never gave India a Prime Minister who was a prisoner of his own image. We never gave India a Prime Minister who was ready to inflict such tremendous suffering on the people of India to protect his own persona. We never gave India a Prime Minister who based his entire policy making strategy on TRPs. “Listening to the voices of the people of this country

is the only thing that can free him from the clutches of his own image and make him an effective Prime Minister. Yet he consistently refuses to do so,” he said.

Accusing Modi of single handedly declaring a war on the world’s fastest growing economy due to the “catastrophic experiment” of demonetization which is “badly conceived and incompetently implemented”, he said its results will soon be revealed to the entire world.

“Every economist of repute has already condemned it and questioned its capacity to realize the goals it is supposed to achieve.

Modiji has created a massive new corrupt black market that is working overtime to convert the black money to white,” he charged.

Gandhi said the PM “confused” India’s entire cash economy with black economy, demonetized 86 per cent of Indian bank notes and decided to experiment with the financial future of 1.3 billion people.

“All cash is not black money and all black money is not cash,” he said, adding that instead of attacking

black money, he attacked the very foundations of the country’s economy.

Gandhi also accused Modi of sitting silently when Kashmir is burning and said he has “gifted massive political space” to anti-India forces by forging an alliance with PDP. Rahul also targeted the Prime Minister over his policy towards Pakistan and said he is the same person who used to ridicule UPA’s Pak policy that led to isolation of Pakistan and brought peace to Kashmir.

“Today the same person who used to ridicule us sits silently while Kashmir burns. Narendra Modi will be judged by history as the man who gifted massive political space to anti-India forces by creating an opportunistic political alliance between the BJP and the PDP. He has created the political vacuum that gives the terrorists space to operate,” he said.

Accusing the Government of getting itself into a “complete mess” with regards to Pakistan, the Congress leader said, “Their policy on Pakistan is a complete failure”.

Cash transactions not banned in Goa: Government PANAJI, DEC 2 (PTI): Goa government today clarified that cash transactions are in operation and not being banned though the state has set the deadline to go cashless by December 31.

“Goa is likely to become the first state in India to shift to cashless transactions from December 31.

Though cash transactions are not being banned, it’s in interest of the state to encourage cashless transactions,” State Commissioner of Commercial Taxes Dipak Bandekar said in a circular issued today.

The coastal state has begun working towards “cashless society” with the bank officials reaching out to the traders and businessmen asking them to shift from the traditional way to plastic or e-money.

“Government of Goa has decided to take the next step of enabling cashless transactions for various receipts and payments being done in the course of day to day business and market related transactions including domestic and commercial purpose,” Bandekar said.

Obvious that some lethargy has set in: Manohar Parrikar on Nagrota

Manohar Parrikar

NEW DELHI, DEC 2 (PTI): In the wake of Nagrota terror attack, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar today admitted that there is scope for improvement in security as some “sort of lethargy” has set in over a period of time and said those behind any “lapse” will pay for it.

The Minister also said that the recent surgical strike has led to a sense of “uncertainty” in the Pakistani security establishment and it was also a good confidence building measure for India. Replying to queries on security arrangements at army camps, Parrikar said,

“I think we can definitely improve upon it. Probably, over a period, some sort of lethargy has set in. Relaxation, it is obvious... it is taking some time.”

He was asked if there was something that should have been done or can be done in the security arrangements in the wake of militants storming the complex of 166 artillery unit of Army at Nagrota on Tuesday.

Seven security personnel, including two officers, were killed in the incident which witnessed a fierce gunbattle and a hostagelike situation at the army camp, considered to be a peace posting in the Army parlance. Parrikar, who was speaking at HT Leadership Summit, said it is “very painful” to see soldiers die but they needed to save children and families.

“I think we need to think out of the box. I am very sure that Army is aware of it and working on it,” he said. Asked about his earlier stress on fixing responsibility, Parrikar said even if he does a mistake, he will “have to pay for it”. “Even if there are lapses, they need to be

tackled properly. You cannot afford lapses,” the Minister said. Parrikar spoke about the need to use smart technologies for perimeter protection of sensitive bases but said infrastructure cannot be created overnight.

He indicated that lengthy army procedures were coming in the way of getting things done swiftly.

Asked if India could carry out more surgical strikes, Parrikar said the “principle of uncertainty” should be allowed to operate. “It will be beneficial to all of us.” He said that surgical strikes have introduced a degree of uncertainty.

“Obviously, uncertainty itself creates decision-making bottlenecks. You will never know them.” The surgical strikes were carried out in retaliation to the September 18 Uri attack that left 19 Indian soldiers dead.

“Earlier, one thing was sure that India won’t cross (Line of Control). Now that is one thing that’s missing.

In strategy and such kind of issues, you need to put uncertainty in their minds.

That has been achieved,” said Parrikar.

CBI Director Anil Sinha SC asks Centre to spell out steps to ease inconvenience Cash pain remains as retires; Asthana takes charge demand outstrips supply

INFORMATION FOR SECRETARIAT ASSISTANTS This is to inform to all the newly recruited Secretariat Assistants (NPSC 2015) that the Institute will start the 47th batch S.S.F.C. training w.e.f. the 5th of December 2016. Therefore all are directed to report to the Institute at 9:30 AM. LITHRONGLA G. CHISHI, IAS Director K-4382

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OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER, MOKOKCHUNG, NAGALAND

Phone No. 0369- 2226231, Fax No. 0369- 2226055, e-mail – sushilkrpatel@yahoo.co.in.

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Apropos Government of Nagaland approval No.CNE-30/1/2015/MKG (DLRB)/353 Dated Kohima the 13 Sept’2016, Applicants are invited from the Indigenous Inhabitants of Mokokchung District for filling up the undermentioned Post under the establishment of Deputy Commissioner, Mokokchung from the 5th Dec 2016 to the 13th Jan 2017.

Item No.1 - 12 (twelve) Post of LDA cum-Computer Assistant and 1 (one) Post of Bench/Assistant.

Item No.2 - 1 (one) Post of Stenographer Grade-III Item No.3 - 1 (one) Post of House Keeper Item No.4 - 5 (five) Posts of D.B-II Item No.5 - 1 (one) Post of Driver Item No.6 - 3 (three) Posts of Peon Item No.7 - 1 (one) Post of Bearer Item No.8 - 1 (one) Post of Sweeper Total= 26 Educational qualification and Age:Item No.1 - Graduate in any discipline and Diploma in Computer.

Item No.2 - Graduate in any discipline and Diploma in Steno. Age limit- Minimum 21 years Maximum 35 year as on 01-01-2017.

Item No.3 - 12th Class passed Age limit- Minimum 21 years Maximum 35 year as on 01-01-2017.

Item No.4 - The Candidate should be conversant with the Naga Customary Laws and practices Age limit- Minimum 25 years as on 1-1-2017 and no upper age limit within superannuation.

Item No.5 - The Candidate should posses Driving License issued by the Competent authority Age limit- Minimum 21 years Maximum 35 year as on 1-1-2017.

Item No.6, 7 & 8 - The Candidate should have read upto Class VIII. Age limit- Minimum 18 years Maximum 35 year as on 01-01-2017.

1. Further age Concession for serving Govt. employees will be relaxed, the equal No. of years in Service subject to a maximum of 5 (five) years.

2. Upper Age limit for physically handicapped persons is further relaxed by another 10 (ten) years where ever applicable.

3. All vacancies should be filled up on 50:50 basis between the in-Service i.e Contingent/ Adhoc Contract/ Fixed etc. and fresh Candidates.

4. Candidates are asked to submit a photo copy of Indigenous Certificate and 3 (three) copies of recent Passport along with the application forms.

5. The date and venue of examination will be intimated through the issue of Admit Cards.

6. Those who have applied earlier need not apply again but may check their application status at the office of the undersigned.

Sd/ (SUSHIL KUMAR PATEL) IAS Deputy Commissioner, Mokokchung: Nagaland th

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high court or the apex court should hear them.”

Senior advocate P Chidambaram, appearing for co-operative banks, questioned the government’s decision, saying that the rural economy is almost paralysed due to non-inclusion of co-operative banks.

Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for one of the petitioners, suggested that they will sit together and file the list of categories

by Monday. The bench then posted the hearing on the matter to December 5.

The court was hearing a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the decision to demonetise currency notes of Rs 1,000 and Rs 500 and the inconvenience faced by the common man due

to it. It had also asked the Attorney General to file an additional affidavit explaining the “schemes and steps” taken to ease the situation that has arisen due to demonetisation.

The Centre has recently moved the apex court seeking transfer of all the petitions pending in various high courts to either the Supreme Court or one of the high courts. It had on November 24 filed an affidavit in the apex court on demonetisation and had said that the “bold move” would eradicate black money and slush funds operating since Independence which cast a “parallel economy” hitting the poor and the middle class.

NEW DELHI, DEC 2 (PTI): Shortage of cash continued to make things difficult as ATMs ran out of money quickly even as banks rationed valid notes to meet requirements of as many customers as possible.

The rush is understandable as people flocked to banks to withdraw their salaries.

There are reports suggesting that bank branches from across the country did not get sufficient cash to take care of pay day withdrawals.

While RBI has placed weekly withdrawal limit of Rs 24,000 per person, bank

branches on their own have further lowered the ceiling to make cash available to more people.

The ATMs too did not come to the rescue either as most went dry soon after being loaded with cash, given the huge pent-up demand.

Many ATMs were dispensing mainly Rs 2,000 notes.

Banks have been making SOS call to RBI for providing additional cash to meet pay day rush for another 4-5 days, sources said. There have been reports of heated arguments and flared-up tempers at many bank branches as the rush for withdrawal intensified.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

DIRECTORATE OF SCHOOL EDUCATION F.NO.NRCM(S)157/2012

Dated : 01.12.2016

TENDER ENQUIRY Sealed Bids/quotation(s) for supply of "Fire Extinguisher" are invited from licensed and registered vendors/manufacturers in two bid system in the prescribed format. The detailed specifications, Annexures, terms & conditions etc, can be downloaded from the institute website: www.nrcmithun.res.in. Last date for receipt of quotation is 22.12.2016 upto 2:30 P.M Administrative Officer For and behalf of Director

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LONGSA KAKETSHIR TELONGJEM H.Q LONGSA MKG

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The Office of Longsa Kaketshir Telongjem extends heartfelt gratitude to Mr & Mrs IMZULUBA and his family for sponsoring the annual class-x coaching class 2016-2017 batch initiated by L.K.T. Your generous gesture inspires and motivates the students community of Longsa towards greater achievements.

The Union further wishes the proprietor’s family good health and long life.

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KOHIMA : NAGALAND

Dated the Kohima 30th Nov'2016

NOTIFICATION ON PRE-MATRIC SCHOLARSHIP FOR MINORITY STUDENT

This is to inform to all the Head of the Institutions of both Govt. & Private schools that applications submitted by the student for Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minority student through online must be verified by respective head of the institution for their concerned student without fail before 19th Dec'2016 as directed by the Ministry.

It has come to notice of the undersigned that many student applications are yet to be verified by the head of the Institution. In this connection to this effect, the Department has issued Notification on 29th Aug'2016 and 22nd Sept'2016 respectively which was published in all the local dailies. The Department also remind to those Institutions who are yet to obtain their Institution USER ID and Password to acquire it from the Directorate of School Educaton within this week, the following numbers may be contacted for any information during office hours only. 8132858931/9436064560.

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THE NAGALAND STATE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD (Sponsored & Finance by the Govt. of Nagaland) Post Box No. 153. Head Office : Dimapur - 797112

NO.NSCB/HO/49/Pt VI/2014/

Date : 03.12.2016

NOTICE OF THE 47TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE BANK

Notice is hereby given that the 47th Annual General Meeting of the Nagaland State Co-operative Bank Ltd. Dimapur will be held on 20 January, 2017 at 11.00 A.M in its Registered Office at Dimapur, Nagaland to transact the following Agenda.

1. To confirm the Proceedings of the 46th A.G.M held on 20.01.2016.

2. To consider and approve the Auditor's Report and Audited Statements of Accounts for the years ended 31.3.2016 together with Audit Compliance.

3. To consider and approve the Annual Report of Directors for the year 2015-16.

4. To consider and approve the Revised Budget for 2015-16 and Estimated Budget for the year 2016-17 & 2017-18.

5. To elect 4 (Four) Members of the Board of Directors, one each from Agril. Coop. Societies of Phek, Peren, Longleng & Kohima districts.

6. To transact any other matters as may be notified by the members of the Managing Director at least one week ahead of the meeting or as the Chairman may allow.

Sd/Sd/Imtilemba Longkumer Temjen Toy IAS Managing Director Chairman N.B :1. Each affiliated Societies may be represented by a delegate duly sponsored in writing in the prescribed form to attend the meeting.

2. Nomination papers will be available from 4 (four) branches namely Phek, Jalukie, Kohima (Main) and Changtongya branch for Longleng district.

3. Nomination Papers can be obtained on payment of requisite fee of Rs. 1000/- (Rupees One Thousand) only from 15th December 2016 onward till 21st December, 2016 during working hour i.e up to 4.00 PM only. Defaulting Coop. Societies & individuals defaulting to NStCB loan will not be eligible to file nomination.

3. Nomination papers in prescribed form will be accepted only by the Managing Director of the Bank at H.O. on or before 05, January 2017 during working hours (i.e within 4.00 PM).

4. Election will be governed under the Election Rules framed and approved by the Registrar of Cooperative Societies vide letter No. CIF-329/2001-2002 dt. 31.10.2002 & amended vide No. CIF-79/2003-04/3463 dt. 4.1.2007.

Date : 20.01.2017 Registration of Members

PROGRAMME

Venue : NSCB, H.O. (Conference Hall) Dimapur : 19 January 2017 from 10.00 AM to 3.00 PM & 20 January 2017 from 7.00 A.M to 10.45 AM. Inauguration & Business Session : 11 A.M Lunch : 2.00 P.M

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of Director, Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), to Rakesh Asthana, IPS (GJ: 1984), Additional Director, CBI with effect from the date of relinquishment of charge

by Anil Kumar Sinha, IPS (BH:1979) on completion of his tenure with immediate effect and until further orders,” an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training said. CBI chief is selected through a collegium comprising the Prime Minister, the Leader of Opposition or largest party in opposition in Lok Sabha and the Chief Justice of India. The collegium has not been able to meet. 60year-old Sinha took charge of the agency when it was earning sobriquet of “caged parrot” and “closure bureau of investigation” and he managed to steady the ship by keeping away from media and ensuring a low profile with limited social circle.

additional affidavit filed by the Centre is dedicated to the issue of co-operative banks. It is not that we are not aware of the situation but these (the co-operative banks) lack proper facilities, mechanism and proper infrastructure as compared to scheduled banks,” he said.

He said that the government has deliberately kept co-operative banks out of the drive as these did not have the expertise to detect fake currency. Rohatgi said, “Several cases are filed each passing day in various high courts on various aspects post demonetisation and it is not possible to deal with cases simultaneously in Kerala, Kolkata, Jaipur and Mumbai... All these matter should be clubbed together and be referred to any one

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NEW DELHI, DEC 2 (PTI): CBI Director Anil Sinha today retired from the post handing over the baton to his second-in-command, Gujarat-cadre IPS officer Rakesh Asthana, as the government did not name any full-time chief.

Asthana, a Gujaratcadre officer of 1984-batch, got elevated as the secondin-command in CBI two days ago when Special Director R K Dutta, who was among the frontrunners for the top post, was shifted to the Home Ministry as a Special Secretary. The post of second special secretary was created for the first time in the ministry. It is the first time in last 10 years, that no new CBI chief has been named to succeed an incumbent. Sinha completed his two-year tenure today.

“The competent authority has approved assignment of additional charge of the post

NEW DELHI, DEC 2 (PTI): The Supreme Court today asked the Centre to spell out measures taken to ease the sufferings and inconvenience of people in rural areas, who are mostly dependent on co-operative banks, post-demonetisation.

A bench of Chief Justice T S Thakur and Justice D Y Chandrachud, while hearing a batch of pleas challenging various aspects of demonetisation, said all the parties should sit together and prepare a list of categories of cases which could be referred to high courts and those that could be heard by the apex court. Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for the Centre, said that the government is aware of the situation in co-operative banks which lack proper infrastructure and mechanism as compared to scheduled banks.

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opinion/EDITORIAL

Nagaland Post

Post-mortem

Blundering into enemy territory

Vol. XXVII NO. 1 Dimapur, Saturday, December 3, 2016

Another milestone

E

ven as Nagaland state celebrated its 53rd year on December 1,2016 the pioneer news daily of the state-Nagaland Post- reaches another milestone of 26 years on December 3,2016. On this day, twenty six years ago, Nagaland Post was launched in tabloid-size, using hand composed matter and printed in letterpress machine. The technology, if it could be called such, was already obsolete and already phased out and replaced with the offset and computer technology.

Therefore, attempting to bring out a daily newspaper in such obsolete technology was not only a crazy idea but considered doomed to fail. With the obsolete technology, if took four compositors three hours to make up a page after editing etc; today it takes one operator one hour to so the same job and that too, with least mistakes. Besides constant problems posed by obsolete technology, the newspaper also had to face sever problems of lack of resources, trained staff and tele-communication network. The external problems were on how to dispatch the newspaper to various districts since the state transport was the only means and that too, most times, services used to be suspended.

The other was the disturbed situation during the period where there was no guarantee for safety to one’s life, as bullets or explosives frequently broke the fearful silence whether at day or night.

The conflict among underground factions and between underground groups and the Indian security forces often spilled to the newspaper which found itself sandwiched in any such given situation.

That also meant threat to the safety and security of the entire staff. Despite all shortcomings and severe problems, Nagaland Post still gave its best in terms of content and quality. Several visiting senior editors of some national newspapers had also complimented the looks and content despite shortcomings. It is a matter of satisfaction, that Nagaland Post is also the second highest circulated English language news daily of the north east. These insurmountable challenges could be overcome only by the grace of God, and through dedication, team work and able leadership in the face of many challenges. It may also be noted that these achievements which could be possible, despite several shortcomings, should serve to inspire entrepreneurs from Nagaland that they can do it if they give their heart and soul to achieve their goals. Nagaland Post did not sell merely because it was a local newspaper; for if it was only that, then the newspaper would have folded up long back (which used to be the predictions of some well intentioned critics). The young children school going children in the middle high school levels in the 90s, grew up with Nagaland Post. Besides the young there were also the not-so-young in their 30s and 40s and the older ones, 60 plus who were the regular readers. Nagaland Post had to prove itself to sustain the interest of readers both young and old. Till today, Nagaland Post still holds its place and rising circulation prove that, since it has earned the trust of readers. Many young and old appreciate the objectivity and analytical assessments and comments in its editorial. The paper will continue to lend its space to those voiceless ordinary people, maintain objectivity and recommit to the highest traditions of journalism.

DailyDevotion Christian Perfection

Not that I have already attained, or am already perfect… —Philippians 3:12 It is a trap to presume that God wants to make us perfect specimens of what He can do— God’s purpose is to make us one with Himself. The emphasis of holiness movements tends to be that God is producing specimens of holiness to put in His museum. If you accept this concept of personal holiness, your life’s determined purpose will not be for God, but for what you call the evidence of God in your life. How can we say, “It could never be God’s will for me to be sick”? If it was God’s will to bruise His own Son (Isaiah 53:10), why shouldn’t He bruise you?

What shines forth and reveals God in your life is not your relative consistency to an idea of what a saint should be, but your genuine, living relationship with Jesus Christ, and your unrestrained devotion to Him whether you are well or sick.

Christian perfection is not, and never can be, human perfection. Christian perfection is the perfection of a relationship with God that shows itself to be true even amid the seemingly unimportant aspects of human life. When you obey the call of Jesus Christ, the first thing that hits you is the pointlessness of the things you have to do. The next thought that strikes you is that other people seem to be living perfectly consistent lives. Such lives may leave you with the idea that God is unnecessary— that through your own human effort and devotion you can attain God’s standard for your life. In a fallen world this can never be done. I am called to live in such a perfect relationship with God that my life produces a yearning for God in the lives of others, not admiration for myself. Thoughts about myself hinder my usefulness to God. God’s purpose is not to perfect me to make me a trophy in His showcase; He is getting me to the place where He can use me. Let Him do what He wants.

Quotes

Tomorrow is the only day in the year that appeals to a lazy man. ~ Jimmy Lyons

Nagaland Post, Dimapur Saturday, December 3, 2016

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he recent development on the issue of 33% Women Reservation (WR) has generated a rather uneasy scenario of our leaders taking recklessly short cuts and dangerously blundering into enemy territory blindfolded. Abandoning our only protective customary dao, spear and shield to ward off any other wayward forces that surround us could be a very costly price to pay in the coming days. The recent resolution enacted by NLA on this issue seems to have paved the way to allow just that to happen without considering any appropriate corrective measures first. Since this is an open subject without the lurking shadow of AK 47, it would be superb to have our Naga intellectuals conduct a healthy discourse in the public domain to let our people know that the Naga brain is still active and alive. The shared views would also benefit the Government of Nagaland (GoN) and the Naga Hoho (NH)/ Tribal Hohos (THs) to see a balanced picture and not compulsively exercise their respective minds before carefully weighing the options with patience and maturity for the sake of all concerned. They setting sails for an apparent collusion course on this WR issue is highly avoidable.

Within the context of an uncertain political future and our present reality, Article 371 (A) perhaps represents the only salvaging grace that safeguards the Naga identity amidst the vast ocean of culturally alien Indian majority and it is our Naga duty to protect this vulnerable bastion from being violated...least of all by ourselves. To cut a long story short concerning the women reservation issue, we must try and sensitively appreciate the fact that our Customary Law and Practices (CL &P) had evolved out of the induced circumstance of headhunting. Common sense would have it

Dear Mr Chief Minister, With repeated attempts

by Persons with Disability representatives for an appointment running into the proverbial brick wall time and again, I am compelled to write this letter.

Mr Chief Minister, our understanding of our government is that it is a government of the people, by the people and for the people. I believe this essentially means that the government has come to power via the votes of the people, that the people who voted them to power have a say in what the government does or doesn’t do and that the government exists to better the lives of its citizens – all its citizens and not only the privileged class or a chosen few.

As you are the head of our government right now, our desire to meet you was simply to apprise you of the appalling conditions in our State that continue to marginalise and discriminate people living with disability and deprive them of their rights, in the hope that you will hear our voice and take steps to right the wrong that has been perpetuated by consecutive state governments.

However, since you apparently cannot make the time to meet us, on this day – the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disability – I write this open letter to you on behalf of all people living with disability in Nagaland.

The theme for this year’s International Day is “Achieving 17 Goals for the Future We Want”. This theme notes the recent adoption of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the role of these goals in building a more inclusive and equitable world for persons with disabilities.

So, let’s take a look at Nagaland. I’m assuming that you’re aware that the number of people with various disabilities in Nagaland as per Census 2011 was 29, 631, around 1.5% of the total population. This figure was an underestimation, in my opinion, and the actual number would have been much higher. In any case, this was the official number – 29,631 people with disabilities in Nagaland, 26% of whom were younger than 18 years.

And it may be pointed out here that this is the one and only data on disability available in Nagaland. By now, the number would have increased considerably.

I’m also assuming that

that such a perilously aggressive occupation of our ancestry could never have afforded space parity for our womenfolk even if they had wanted to. It is a foregone conclusion therefore that our customary practices did not place the physical prowess of women at par with men, no matter how vociferously women may want to shout from the roof tops trying to now define this non-existent status equity. The very fact that they are rooting for 33% reservation says it all. No one fights for special reservation as equals. However, it is equally a compelling argument that this disadvantage of women did not happen as a deliberate male chauvinistic inclination and it is for the present generation to acknowledge this circumstantially induced reality.

We ought to be able to differentiate that the core physical headhunting subject of the past is now out of tune with the present subject of development that calls for brain not brawn. It therefore necessitates amendment of our CL &P because women participation in development is as much legitimate as it is relevant for the good of all. In my earlier article I had hastily endorsed ‘nomination with voting right’ as a short term solution. However, while this approach could serve a short term purpose it still does not help women to develop to their fullest potentials in the long run because nomination process will definitely get corrupted by sycophancy and nepotism. Therefore women should also go through the same electoral process amongst themselves within the reserved constituency/wards.

Though the sad fact that they would invariably be exposed to all the dirty tricks of money politics and end up joining the corruptive rat race is foreseeable, it can’t be avoided.

This will at least infuse practical participation in the process and

help them gain some confidence to reach for higher elective positions independently in the future. Women deserves this opportunity because with or without reservation they still have a mountain of disadvantage to climb to gain higher confidence in the absence of direct customary right to property inheritance...which unfortunately would not be so easy to dismantle because there is a sound sustainable customary logic behind it. The reason for harbouring an opinion that the women will still not gain 100% confidence stems from human attitudes. Let us try and draw an analogy from the behaviour of an uneducated ignorant man with wealth. One notices that such a man arrogantly displays tendencies of wealth induced confidence even if his thoughts and public expressions may have less substance... nevertheless ‘raw confidence’ it is. This is perhaps a good indicator that women may generally continue to remain on the wrong side of complete confidence even with reservation without direct right to property inheritance... barring exceptions of course. The Government should however earnestly pursue suitable amendment of the ‘obsolete segment’ of CL &P concerning women participation and make it compatible with Article 371 (A) instead of aggressively taking irrational short cuts.

Empowering our Customary Courts and their respective Tribal Hohos to jointly conduct this amendment process within a time frame should perhaps be the prioritised agenda of the Government and accomplish this reform preferably before the conduct of the municipal election with women reservation in place and avoid disturbing the tone and tenor of A371A. Everyone would agree that it makes a whole lot of sense to put the horse before the cart.

On the comical side of the coin,

the hard-line conflict beginning to evolve between the NH/THs and GoN on the issue of 33% WR makes an interesting case study. GoN did not have the nerves to boldly strike down ‘prohibition’ against the wishes of the Church even though majority of the political decision makers and bureaucratic enforcers bathe in alcohol every day with hypocritical abandon. In the instant case of WR they have found courage to do just that against the wishes of NH and THs. Perhaps NPF led government is confident that NH and the THs have no electoral influence as compared to the Church to sway the public opinion against it. Seeing the abnormally compromised nature of many of the present apex organisations one would be rather reluctant to disagree with their assessment to an extent.

The present Naga Haha consists of an ill-represented conglomeration of Southern Tribes commanding a majority, desperately functioning like a fish out of water with an opportunistic Naga President from Nagaland as a window dressing. It is downright humiliating for the Ao community in particular and Nagas of Nagaland in general that Mr. P.C.O preferred to defy the decision of his own Tribe and find solace in consulting his Presidential cohorts to serve his personal interest rather than respect his Tribe with humility.

Without bias any respectable Tribe with honourable principles would summarily excommunicate such a human being from the Tribe. With an unprincipled and dishonourable leadership of such a man leading this organisation of unstable sycophants, who would be prepared to listen to them seriously even if the subject is relevant? Bending with the wind is all they have been good at...the Rongmai recognition issue being one such example. Aos, Lothas and Sumis must take into consideration

Open letter to the Chief Minister

you’re aware that the country’s first ever legislation that laid the foundation for equal rights of people with disability came into being over 20 years ago with the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act 1995 which came into force on February 7, 1996. Furthermore, in October 2007, India ratified the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) 2006. You may or may not know, but the process of getting a stronger disability rights legislation based on the UN Convention has been underway and a new bill is currently awaiting passage by Parliament which we are hoping will happen in this winter session.

So, 20 years have passed since the passing of the PwD Act 1995. How has it benefited people with disability in Nagaland?

JUST CONSIDER THESE: * 20 years and Nagaland still does not have a State Disability Policy in place * Two crucial committees for ensuring implementation of the PwD Act (Chapter III Section 13 and 19) – State Co-ordination Committee (SCC) and State Executive Committee (SEC) – have not been constituted and government officials are not even aware of the mandatory provision * Nagaland is the only state in the country that does not have even a single proper medical or social rehabilitation service facility for persons with disability * There is not even a single facility for those with severe disabilities or those needing special care * Only about 5.17% of persons with disability in Nagaland have a disability certificate, the lowest in the whole of North East region.

Many of these also contain wrong or incomplete information. * Social Security pension for the neediest is also in a pathetic state. Only 1833 PwDs out of the 29,631 (Census 2011), as per Social Welfare Dept information, are availing disability pension. The amount being given, Rs 200/-, is again among the lowest in the entire country. * Public buildings and public spaces are yet to be made accessible to PwDs – these include office buildings, educational institutions, hospitals and clinics, market-

places, churches, etc.

The annual International Day theme provides a frame for considering how people with disability are marginalised and excluded from society by assessing the existing conditions and promoting the removal of all types of barriers. This glimpse of the bleak reality in Nagaland completes the ‘assessing’ part. It would actually be funny if it was not so terribly sad! The above are just some main aspects of the PwD Act 1995 which our government is barely aware of much less implement. In Nagaland, the observation of the day has done nothing to improve the quality of life of people with disability. It is just a wonderful annual event where politicians, bureaucrats and other public leaders get the opportunity to show off their pseudo concern and compassion with stirring speeches peppered with patronising platitudes.

And then, Mr Chief Minister, there is the matter of the STATE BUDGET. The now dissolved Planning Commission had earlier specified three percent budget allocation for disability and identified 20 ministries to mandatorily have a disability component in their budget.

However, this has never been reflected in the Nagaland State Government budgets.

In fact, one would be hard pressed to find any mention of disability, not to speak of any specific funds being allocated to ensure that disabled people are not deprived and left behind in the development process, as expressly laid down in the PwD Act 1995.

And, of course, no department has any disaggregated data on disability or any kind of disability component in their annual budgets.

By the way, the Supreme Court had recently pulled up some states and Union Territories for not filing the status report with regard to implementation of its verdict and the legal scheme to grant of reservation to disabled people and asked them to furnish the same within two weeks.

We do not know whether Nagaland has filed its status report, but we would certainly like to know the status of steps taken to implement the SC verdict. The verdict, as you must know, is with regard to implementation of the specific provision of three per cent quota in jobs to persons with disability.

Mr Chief Minister, I

could go on and on, but it would be presumptuous on my part to expect the papers to grant me that much space.

But before I end, there are a couple of SPECIFIC ISSUES that I must strongly urge upon you. As mentioned above, one aspect that particularly puts our State to shame is the complete lack of Disability Rehabilitation services. Nagaland has the dubious honour of being the only state in the country without a single proper rehabilitation service centre – medical, social or vocational. I am certain that I don’t have to remind you that rehabilitation is instrumental in enabling people with disabilities, whose functions are limited, to live independently, and participate in education, the labour market and civic life.

In this connection, we have learned of two very crucial projects being taken up by the Social Welfare Department, Nagaland: 1. Composite Regional Centre (CRC) at Dimapur project put up for inclusion in the State NEC Priority List 2016-17 2. Blind School and Vocational Training Centre for the Disabled - project is under the 13th Finance Commission for which funds were released till the 3rd Phase and completed. 4th Phase is to be taken up under NEC project during 2016-17.

As regards the Composite Regional Centre, it is our understanding that the NEC Priority List has already been sent by the State Government and it does not include the project. Instead, we learn that an NGO ‘Disability Park’ project has been put in its place. This is just another shocking example of the government’s utter apathy towards people with disability and complete lack of understanding of the priority needs of disabled people.

The ‘Disability Park’ being listed as a priority project over the Regional Centre is a mind-boggling move by the government in the face of the prevailing situation of extreme lack of disability services and programmes in the state. Right now, we don’t need a stroll in the park – we need accessible education, training, rehabilitation and health services and so on, so that we can live, earn and participate in society with dignity as equal citizens.

Mr Chief Minister, through this open letter, I strongly urge the State Gov-

that Naga Hoho simply withdrawing their earlier views/endorsement does not alter the fact that the Rongmai recognition will still remain. Such a withdrawal is a pointless exercise without practically undoing what was done and therefore going back to the old compromised fold is not worth the effort. What must clearly be understood is that Nagas are not against the existence of Naga Hoho at all. Our problem is more of a technical nature pointing out that the nomenclature of present Naga Hoho is a misnomer and should suitably be revamped and renamed as Pan Naga Hoho with a rationalised affiliation from “All Naga Inhabited Area” and not from South of the border only. It should then legitimately concentrate on the common important issue of Naga integration and withdraw from directly meddling into Nagaland kitchen affairs. Had the Naga Hoho been an exclusive organization of Nagas of Nagaland, it could have commanded a better respect and the story of NLA resolution on WR could have perhaps been handled with some moderation. It is a pity that somewhere along the road, Nagas of Nagaland have lost self esteem and pride in us not being prepared to reclaim Naga Hoho that rightfully belongs to Nagas of Nagaland. Losing our voice in a critical time such as the present can only lead us downwards. The Nagas are clearly aware of a handful of leaders who are deviously pulling the strings from behind the screen to generate divisions for self interests.

They should have a serious rethink and allow honest to goodness options to prevail instead of causing Nagas of Nagaland to blunder into enemy territory blindfolded.

Khekiye K. Sema IAS (Rtd.), Upper Forest Colony; Kohima; (kksema@gmail.com)

ernment not to let us down again by going through with this travesty. There is only so much that we can take!

On the Blind School and Vocational Training Centre, we appreciate the pro-activeness of the Secretary and officials of the Social Welfare Dept in taking forward the project. It may be mentioned that, once operational, this will be the first and only staterun institute for people with disability in Nagaland. The project is completed up to the third phase, but funding for the fourth and last phase has ceased with the closing of the 13th FC. It goes without saying that it is now incumbent upon the state government to ensure its completion.

Mr Chief Minister, I wish to let you know that the disabled community of Nagaland is waiting for this desperately needed institute to start functioning and be not mistaken that we are taking this as a crucial test of your government’s sincerity to deliver on the promises that have been made to us time and again – especially on Disability Day every year.

The above is just a brief overview of the situation of extreme exclusion, neglect and indignity that exists in

this beloved state that we call home. A national report on disability has stated that even among the North East states where rehabilitation and disability services and programmes are generally quite inadequate, the situation in Nagaland is ‘especially critical’. Mr Chief Minister, I write this letter to you today because I have faith that, as head of the Government of the day and an honourable leader of the Naga people, you will personally not permit this unacceptable situation to continue.

‘The Future we want’ is an inclusive Nagaland that does not leave us behind; a Nagaland that enables us to realise our full potential as equal and valued members of society; a Nagaland where we can participate in and benefit equitably from everyday life, everywhere; a sustainable Nagaland that embraces humanity in all its diversity. It is not impossible to get there, Mr Chief Minister - all that is needed is political will and a strong commitment to do the right thing.

Diethono Nakhro, Executive Director, CANNagaland and Member, National Committee on the Rights of PwD

Reader’s Post

Appreciation to CS, CA National Highways

Sir,

On 7th June 2016, the Commissioner Secretary National Highway and the Chief Engineer National Highway visited Tseminyu and promised that they would bring sanction of fund from Government of India for strengthening and widening to two lane with paved shoulder of NH-61 from Km 40.00 to Km 72.40 (Tseminyu to Wokha Road). Accordingly, they have fulfilled their commitment. A sum of Rs. 340.2687 crores vide sanction letter No.NH-/2014/74/2015/N6/p-8 dated 31.10.2016 was given for the road widening. It is for this achievement, I would like to extended my deep appreciation to the Commissioner Secretary (NH) and the Chief Engineer (NH) for their sincerity in the following up their words., I would also like to appreciate the Executive Engineer (NH-61) Shri S.I Jamir for his initiative and repairing (MR) by sending machineries and labourers for repairment and filling up the potholes inspite of fund constrain. Also, it is my humble request to the concern Department to kindly take up the major repairment at the earliest for the welfare of the public. If all concern Government official can keep their promises for the development in Nagaland, using the specific fund for specific purposes, also making their time available to see and making sure that development are taking places, then Nagas can progress and achieve much. Nagaland can become one of the fastest development states in India. A feat that will be enjoyed by the present generation as well as the future generation.

Nnolo Tep, Former President, Rengma Village Council Chairman Forum

Reader’s note: Articles or letters published in any of the columns do not reflect the view of this newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur saturday, december 3, 2016

I-T raids in B’luru lead to biggest cash seizure

Currency seized by Income Tax department in Bengaluru.

This is the biggest cash seizure of new notes post demonetisation. (PTI)

NEW DELHI, DEC 2 (AGENCIES): The biggest-ever seizure of cash in new currency today grew to over Rs 5 crore even as the Income Tax department said it detected unaccounted income worth Rs 152 crore after it conducted searches in a dozen premises in Bengaluru and other locations.

I-T officials said the cash found, after searches were launched yesterday on the premises of two engineers, working with the state government, and two contractors has risen to Rs 5.7 crore and these notes are in the denomination of the newly introduced currency of Rs 2000.

“Total admission of unaccounted income by the

group stands at Rs 152 crore.

Investigations are on,” they said. They added the department also recovered 7 kg bullion and jewellery weighing 9 kg, worth Rs 5 crore, after these operations.

“About 90 lakh has been found in the old demonestised currency. In addition, several property documents were also found and seized,” they said. A team of over 50 I-T sleuths and police personnel had launched operations yesterday and searched premises in Bengaluru, Chennai and Erode (Tamil Nadu).

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) had said in a statement here yesterday that: “the new notes and bullion are learnt

to have been obtained by exchange of demonetised notes by payment of commission of an engineer and a contractor.”

The tax sleuths had also seized some notes of Rs 100, demonetised notes of Rs 500 and a few gold biscuits during the operation, they said, adding the department had to call in note counting machines and additional staff to ascertain the value of the cash. What had surprised the tax authorities is the sheer amount of new currency stashed by these individuals at a time when new notes are not available to the common public which is queueing up to withdraw even small amounts from their accounts.

“Rs 5.7 crore is the highest seizure of the new currency in the country post the currency ban on November 8. Some entry operators and bankers are under the scanner. Such volume of new currency cannot be obtained without connivance of bank officials,” a senior I-T department official said.

The department has also found a number of identity cards of various individuals from the searched premises which could have been used to illegally change the old currency with new ones.

SC refuses to entertain plea to play national anthem in courts NEW DELHI, DEC 2 (PTI): The Supreme Court today refused to entertain a plea of a BJP leader and lawyer seeking playing of national anthem in all courts before the start of proceedings. A bench of justices Dipak Misra and Amitava Roy said it is not inclined to entertain the plea of BJP spokesperson Ashwani Kumar Upadhyay after Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi submitted that the petitioner should file a proper application.

“Whether right or wrong, our order should not be overstretched. Bar (referring to Upadhyay)

should show some retrain,” the bench said. Earlier in the morning, Upadhyay mentioned the plea before the bench which had on November 30 made it mandatory for cinema halls to play national anthem before screening of a movie and the audience must stand and show respect. The bench has then sought AG’s assistance to learn his view on the plea of Upadhyay.

In its November 30 order, the apex court had said that “love and respect for the motherland is reflected when one shows respect to the national anthem as well as to the national flag. That

apart, it would instill the feeling within one a sense committed patriotism and nationalism.”

It had said that when the anthem is played the national flag shall be shown on the screen and the order should be given effect in a week’s time.

The bench had also said that prior to the anthem being played or sung in the cinema hall, the entry and exit doors shall remain closed so that no one can create any kind of disturbance which will amount to disrespect to the national anthem and the doors can be opened once it is over.

Amarinder, Badal predict Akhilesh not averse to alliance wins in Punjab polls with Congress in UP election

NEW DELHI, DEC 2 (IANS): Punjab Congress chief Capt Amarinder Singh and state Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal on Friday predicted result of the state polls, took potshots at each other but seemed united in attacking Arvind Kejriwal and his AAP. During an interactive session at the Hindustan Times Summit here, the two engaged in banter, criticised each other but also had word of admiration for each other.

Predicting the results, Amarider Singh proposed to have a bet on it.

“Akalis won’t cross 20, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will get little more than that and we’ll (Congress) form the government... How about a bet? I challenge that his (Badal’s) party won’t win more than 20 seats.”

“Let’s have a bet on the fact that Akali Dal won’t win another term in Punjab,” he said.

In response, the younger Badal quipped: “Will you be able to find him (Amarinder) after the results?”

Making his own prediction, he said: “AAP will win less than 10, Congress will win around 35 seats and we’ll win 70 plus.”

Badal again took a dig at Amarinder on the issue of cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu joining the Congress. “Captain Sahab has no choice, he was

actually against Sidhu but he was forced on him. Every day in the newspapers, he has been cursing Navjot Singh Sidhu. The problem with Congress is if High command tells them to sit, everyone sits.” Badal also said that Amarinder Singh knew better who to give the tickets for elections, but the Congress high command does not listen to him.

“If you look at the statetments of Sidhu, he said he wants to join Congress minus Captain (Amarinder),” he said, and asked: “Am I right?” said Badal. Amarinder replied: “Yup”.

“Maybe, the high command has promised them (the Sidhus) that Captain Sahab may not be there after elections,” Badal joked.

However, Amarinder said: “If Navjot comes, it is going to be a plus point for the party.” On the question of Sidhu’s wife Navjot Kaur Sidhu attacking Amarinder, he replied: “We have attacked each other.. In political life, you pick up issues and attack individuals. You don’t attack them individually. You attack them on issues.”

To a question on Sukhbir touching his feet at the start of the discussion, Amarinder quipped said in a lighter vein: “We put you behind bars and yet did everything for you, even sending you Diet Cokes because you asked for them.”

Day 2 of Hornbill Festival showcase cultural extravaganza of North East (From p-1) Assam of Bodo community presented their “Bardoishikla” dance, said to be one of the most colourful , rhythmic and graceful dance performed by girls depicting the storm and rain with the intention to welcome the monsoon.

The dance is performed on festive occasions by young girls assembled in a particular place in the village to relieve themselves of the wearisome day’s work by singing and dancing to the accompaniment of drums, flute and cymbal.

Manipur cultural troupe perfor med Lai

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The kings, members of the royal family and the common people participate in it under the direction of high priest.

It is customary for them that the kings dance with their queens, the unmarried princes with the girls of their choice, princesses with productive youths as their partners.

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NEW DELHI, DEC 2 (PTI): Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav today appeared not averse to an alliance with Congress for UP Assembly polls, saying such a combine can win over 300 seats in the 403-member House, but firmly ruled out any tie-up with BSP. Only last month, Samajwadi Party supremo and Akhilesh’s father Mulayam Singh Yadav had ruled out any pre-poll alliance and asserted that there can only be mergers. Replying to a volley of questions on a possible tie-up with Congress against the backdrop of its poll strategist Prashant Kishor meeting Mulayam and and himself later, the Chief Minister said that a final decision on the alliance will be taken by the SP supremo and he can only give suggestions.

Akhilesh also suggested that Congress will have to accept that it may have to fight on a fewer number of seats than it wants in an alliance because a tie-up will not work out if it keeps thinking about “profit and loss”. He also hit back at BSP chief Mayawati, who had recently mocked him for calling her ‘bua’, saying her problem is that BSP is not in contention to capture power and added that he will no longer call her ‘bua’ (father’s sister).

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monetization and took potshots at his rivals, including Amar Singh, within SP. “It is a big dream,” he quipped when asked if Amar Singh was also a contender for the Chief Minister’s post.

He, however, asserted that the murky infighting that put his uncle Shivpal Yadav against him is behind him and he, “like Arjun is focusing on one goal, which is to form government in the state again”.

It is for Congress, which has projected Sheila Dikshit as its chief ministerial candidate, to take a final decision on an alliance, he said, adding that Kishor had met him after meeting Mulayam. “When there is an alliance, somebody has to accept that he will get fewer number of seats (to contest).

If you keep thinking about profit and loss, then it will not work out. We are anyway going to form government again with a majority and if they (Congress) also come along, then we will cross 300,” he said. Akhilesh said that he conveyed this to Kishor too.

“It (UP polls) is a big

battle. If the ally is good, then we can sort out other parties,” the Chief Minister said, though he ruled out any alliance with BSP which, he noted, had formed government with BJP three times earlier and Mayawati “used to tie” Rakhi to some BJP leaders. Attacking the central government, he said it has made everybody stand in queue and wondered if this was the ‘achchhe din’ for which people had voted for Narendra Modi. “It has harmed the economy,” he said. Attacking BJP and BSP, SP’s main rivals in UP, Akhilesh Yadav said one of them has made life difficult for people and forced them to break their piggy banks, a reference to demonetization, while another does not believe in speaking out.

His referring to Mayawati as ‘bua’ was not about personal but political relationship as people much senior to him in politics called her ‘Behen ji’, he said.

“I gave her more respect but she has not accepted it. I will no longer call her ‘bua’,” he said. Asked about his bitter fight with ‘chacha’ Shivpal Yadav, the UP Chief Minister quipped that there should be talk about “uncle”, a reference to Amar Singh, too.

Without naming him, Akhilesh said Mulayam had brought him in party to strengthen it and his “language and behaviour should be in a manner that helps SP form the government again.”

NPCC extends Hornbill greetings (From p-1) and preserve them as many cannot be vividly described in words. “They are the most important characteristics of our identity,” he added.

He said those born in the 1940s and 50s were the most fortunate ones, since they were able to live and witness village life at the same time experience the electronic civilization.

“Accepted principles, ideologies that have been developed by philosophers through research and analysis are retold.

Religion that goes way back to ancient times are retold,” he said.

While stating that the young ones were unfortunate to have missed the vil-

lage civilization, Therie cautioned them not to be over enthused by the modern electronic civilization. “You may lose your identity before the world. Anytime and in any place, you may be called to perform one of your intangible culture to prove your identity, please be prepared.

Our culture and customs are second to no civilization,” he stated.

With regard to managing the Hornbill festival, he said it was now matured to be privatized, possibly with government’s aid.

“Government should be free from allegation of corruptions. We wouldn’t like to hear of any more corruption charges this year,” Therie stated.

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As far as the negative impact of demonetisation is concerned, Jaitley said, “When you switch over, it creates disruption. I don’t see disruption lasting too long. You may see the impact for a quarter or so.

Then when you look at next 12-15 quarters, it’s certainly going to benefit.”

Citing a few economic trends post demonetisation, the Minister said rabi sowing this season has been higher than last year, while auto sales were a mixed bag.

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D i m a pu r , D e c 2 (NPN): A one day workshop of training of trainers on Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY) was held at Ongpangkong Salang, Mokokchung on December 2. The resource person of the workshop was Dr Kika Longkumer from the Directorate of Health and Family welfare, Kohima. RSBY is a government – run scheme to provide health insurance coverage to the unorganised sector workers belonging to the BPL category and their family members. The workshop was attended by Dr Kibangkumba, Deputy CMO, Block Medical officers, DCM, chairman and secretary of all the wards, VCC and secretary of village, BAC and ASHAs.

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GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER, LONGLENG: NAGALAND NO.LLG/JUD/SUC/2009-10/194 Dated Longleng the 29th Nov’16 NOTIFICATION Whereas, Shri/Smti/Kumari H. Buke Phom of Bhumnyu village/town has applied for issue of Succession Certificate to operate /draw/transfer/withdraw the debts & securities in respect of Late Shri/Smti/Kumari Lt Longkap Phom, who expired on 15/10/2015.

Now therefore public are hereby asked to file claims /objections if within one month from the date of issue of this notice.

Sd/ Y. DENNGAN AVENNOHO PHOM K-4379 Deputy Commissioner, Longleng:Nagaland.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER : ZUNHEBOTO

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Notice Calling Objection for the issue of Succession Certificate Shri. K. Ghoipu Wotsa of Kilomi Village, District Zunheboto has applied for the issue of Guardianship Certificate declaring that his Brother Lt. K. Inaho Sema, has expired on 19-10-2016.

It is hereby notified that if no objection to issue this Certificate is received from anyone within a period of 30 (Thirty) days w.e.f the date of publication in press, the certificate shall be issued, and no further complaint will be entertained for issued of the same.

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have some disruption created because of the switchover, in the long run, advantages are going to be huge as far as the relative cost of disruption is concerned,” Jaitley said.

Speaking about the various advantages of the demonetisation, the Finance Minister said, it could lead to reduction in interest rates.

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New Delhi, Dec 2 (PTI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today said demonetisation may impact growth “for a quarter or so” but this disruption will not last too long and the move along with GST will help create a larger and cleaner economy.

“I have least doubt in my mind that (one year from now) you will have a bigger economy, higher GDP, cleaner GDP. You will have a higher tax base and more money in banks, and probably interest rates will be more reasonable.

Therefore, all these collectively could contribute a lot as far as GDP is concerned,” he said at the HT Leadership Summit.

Both the economy and social system will see a major transformation after the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) post demonetisation.

“I personally believe that once the remonetisation process is complete and the GST is implemented, it’s going to hugely impact India’s businesses and also the Indian way of life.

“You will have more of digitised expenditures,

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mal monsoon rain, which along with civil service pay revisions will support broad-based consumption growth.

“Later, growth will be underpinned by a recovery in private investment as the recent push to accelerate infrastructure spending and measures to create a better investment climate due in part to the passage of the goods and services tax and bankruptcy code,” it said.

The economic growth rate in China is projected to ease slightly to 6.4 per cent in 2017 as rebalancing towards consumption, services and higher valueadded activities makes further progress, it added.

and co-location facilities, which some believe give undue advantage to some brokers and traders.

Her tenure was scheduled to end in March 2018.

She took charge as Managing Director and CEO in April 2013 when she succeeded Ravi Narain, who was also part of the first leadership team of the exchange. Currently, Narain is the Vice Chairman of NSE. Sources said Ramkrishna decided to leave with immediate effect despite requests by the NSE board to stay on for some more time for transition.

Sebi is keeping a close watch on the developments at the NSE, sources said.

The bourse would require the regulator’s approval for top level appointments.

NSE’s initial public offer is being keenly awaited in the market as one of the biggest IPOs in recent times. Rival BSE is also in the process of launching its initial share sale.

For going public, NSE has been pitching for selflisting or oversight by an independent entity and not a rival exchange in case of cross-listing.

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for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP).

The report said India’s economic growth is expected to remain at 7.6 per cent in 2017 as investment regains momentum and the manufacturing base strengthens on the back of structural reforms.

The ongoing structural reforms are also expected to benefit private investment in India.

It said in India while growth in the first quarter of the current fiscal year (April-June 2016) moderated due to a contraction in fixed investment, a rebound is expected.

“Initially, growth will be driven by a rebound in agriculture due to nor-

Mumbai, Dec 2 (PTI): In a surprise move, Chitra Ramkrishna today quit as Managing Director and CEO of the National Stock Exchange with immediate effect presumably over differences with some board members, after having served the premier bourse for over two decades since its inception.

While the exchange cited “personal reasons” for her departure, sources said the exchange veteran decided to leave -- months ahead of its proposed IPO -- following differences with some board members.

Senior executive J Ravichandran has been given the interim charge till the NSE board, headed by former Finance Secretary Ashok Chawla, finds a full-time replacement for Ramkrishna, who rose through the ranks to head the exchange and was part of the team that set up NSE in 1992.

The exit of 52-year-old Ramkrishna, one of the few women executives heading a leading exchange globally, also comes at a time when NSE has been in focus over a new regulatory framework for high frequency trades

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U n i t e d Nat i o n s, Dec 2 (PTI): India’s economy is projected to grow at 7.6 per cent in 2017 as investment regains momentum and manufacturing base strengthens on the back of structural reforms in the country, a UN study said, crediting India and China for steady growth of the Asia-Pacific region.

“India’s economy is projected to sustain a 7.6 per cent growth rate in both fiscal years 2016-17 and 2017-18,” according to the year-end update of the flagship report Economic and Social Survey for Asia and the Pacific 2016 of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission

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City College of Arts & Commerce S. M Colony 797112 Dimapur Ph. No. 03862-225389. E-Mail citycollegedimapur@gmail.com

VACANCY

Applications are hereby invited for the following post : 1. Asst. Prof. Political Science (2 Nos.) 2. Asst. Prof. English (1 Nos.) 3. Asst. Prof. In Commerce (1 Nos.) 4. Liberian (1 Nos.) Qualification # Master Degree in Respective Subject. Sl. No. 1, 2 & 3. # B. Lib/ M. Lib for Sl. No. 4 Interested candidates are informed to submit their application in hand written along with xerox copies of supporting documents on or before 7th December 2016.

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France has been under heightened security since the November 2015 Paris attacks.

Haque, NOV 2 (Agencies): Europol has warned that militants from so-called Islamic State (IS) will aim to step up attacks on European targets, as they face defeat in the Middle East.

The European police force says more foreign fighters will try to come back to Europe, and “several dozen” capable of attacks could already be there.

Their tactics could include car bombs, kidnappings and extortion, it said.

But the report plays down the likelihood of attacks on critical infrastructure, such as nuclear sites.

It says that IS militants now prefer soft targets, and there is now a greater emphasis on “lone actors” such as the perpetrator of the lorry attack in Nice in July.

It warns that some Syrian refugees in Europe may be vulnerable to recruitment by extremists who infiltrate

refugee camps.

Europe has been shaken by a series of attacks in recent years blamed on IS militants.

The report said the EU faced a range of threats and attacks from both organised networks and lone actors, either directed or inspired

by IS and involving a range of weapons including bladed weapons and vehicles.

Home-made, commercial and military explosives in improvised devices such as those used in Syria and Iraq had not yet been used in Europe but this was “conceivable... at some stage”, it added.

January 2015 - Massacre at the Paris office of satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo and siege at a Jewish supermarket November 2015 - Attacks on Bataclan concert hall and bars and restaurants in Paris. 130 killed March 2016 - Suicide

bombings in Brussels airport and metro leave 32 dead 14 July 2016 - More than 80 people killed after a lorry ploughed into a crowd in the southern French city of Nice during Bastille Day celebrations 18-24 July 2016 - Series of violent attacks in various locations in southern Germany leave 10 dead 26 July 2016 - Priest Fr Jacques Hamel killed in knife attack in French church “The so-called Islamic State has proven to be very effective in inspiring people to commit terrorist acts and in setting attacks in motion themselves,” the report said.

Europol Director Rob Wainwright told the BBC that improved collaboration between European intelligence agencies had reduced the chances of large-scale attacks.

Gambia’s Adama defeats president Jammeh Banjul, Dec 2 (Agencies): The Gambia’s president of 22 years Yahya Jammeh will be replaced by a property developer, Adama Barrow, after losing the general election.

Jammeh, who came to power in a coup in 1994, has agreed to accept defeat, said electoral commission chief Alieu Momar Njie.

Before announcing the final result, Njie appealed for calm as the country entered unchartered waters.

The Gambia has not had a smooth power transfer since independence in 1965.

Njie said that Barrow had won Thursday’s election by more than 50,000 votes. He runs a property company which he founded in 2006. A devout Muslim,Jammeh, 51, once said he would rule for “one billion years” if “Allah willed it”. “It’s really unique that someone who has been ruling this country for so long has accepted defeat,” Njie told reporters.

Jammeh’s defeat has been greeted with astonishment in The Gambia, where most people expected him to win. He has served four terms as president but now this unpredictable and ruthless man is to be replaced by a property developer.

Jammeh’s 22 years in power have brought repression and intolerance to this tiny seaside nation, popular for cheap holidays in the sun.

Indonesian Muslims protest against Christian governor JA K A R T A , D EC 2 (Agencies): More than 100,000 Indonesian Muslims protested Friday against Jakarta’s Christian governor, the second major demonstration in a matter of weeks as conservative groups push for his arrest on accusations of insulting Islam.

People in white Islamic robes packed out a massive park in the capital, chanting Islamic verses and singing the national anthem, with over 20,000 security forces deployed to prevent a repeat of violence that erupted at the last protest against Basuki Tjahaja Purnama.

Purnama, known by his nickname Ahok, is being prosecuted for allegedly committing blasphemy over comments he made about the Koran during an election campaign, which have sparked widespread anger in the world’s most populous Muslim-majority country.

The case is seen in part as a test of religious tolerance in Indonesia, where a reputation for pluralism has been eroded by a surge in attacks on minorities, but critics say it is also about politics as the governor’s foes whip up anger to reduce his support.

The decision to prosecute Purnama, Jakarta’s first non-Muslim governor for half a century, has not been enough to quell anger and conservative groups are now demanding his arrest.

Protesters waved banners that read “jail Ahok” as they

marched en masse through the city’s streets in the early hours to converge on the park.

“All we want is justice, and by justice I mean Ahok being detained,” said Ricky Subagia, 26, who had come 200 kilometres (120 miles) from the town of Garut to take part in the demonstration.

National police chief Tito Karnavian was shouted down when he went up on stage in the park, with the crowd pumping their fists in the air and yelling “jail Ahok”, who is also a member of Indonesia’s small ethnic Chinese minority.

Jakarta police spokesman Raden Prabowo Argo Yuwono estimated at least 100,000 protesters had converged on the park by midmorning and said so far the rally was peaceful.

Friday’s rally looked set to dwarf the first major protest against Purnama on

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

On 7th June 2016, the Commissioner Secretary, PWD National Highway and the Chief Engineer, PWD National Highway visited Tseminyu and promised that they would bring of fund from Government of India for strengthening and widening two lanes with paved shoulder of NH-61 from Km 40.00 to Km 72.40 (Tseminyu to Wokha Road). Accordingly, they have fulfilled their commitment. A sum of Rs. 340.2687 crores vide sanction letter No.NH-12014/74/2015/N6/p-8 dated 31.10.2016 was given for the road widening.

It is for this achievement, I would like to extend my deep appreciation to the Commissioner Secretary PWD (NH) and the Chief Engineer PWD (NH) for their sincerity and for keeping their word. I would also like to appreciate the PWD National Highway-61 Executive Engineer for his initiative and repairing (MR) by sending machineries and labourers for repair and filling up the potholes inspite of fund constrains.

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Nagamese Baptist Churches Association

Shri. C.L. John, speaker with NBCA Staff & Pastors Nagamese Baptist Churches Association held its 8th Annual Conference on 30th Nov 2016 at New NBCA office construction Complex, Kuda Village Dimapur Nagaland, under the theme: “Claim for Missional Church” with Shri. C. L. John, Honourable Minister for Rural Development & REPA, Government of Nagaland as Guest of honour and Rev. Dilip Singh, Director, Divine Harvest & Healing Ministry as the main Speaker.

The Guest of Honour in his speech stated that Nagamese is the Lingua Franca and a gift from God for the Nagas. It is the language which not only enabled the Nagas to communicate with one another but also unite us as one race under God and thanked NBCA warrior for spreading the gospel far and near through the medium of Nagamese.

The guest of honour assured that he will always be a part and parcel of NBCA and will extend every possible help to the Association in the days to come. Meanwhile, the guest of honour also released 2nd edition Nagamese Hymnal, Nagamese Grammar and Nagamese Church Manual.

Rev. Dilip Singh, who participated in the conference as speaker thanked God for the drastic changes that are taking place in the NBCA and appreciated the Association for the tireless effort to proclaim the gospel to the unreached and unheard and called upon the NBCA to work with a renewed strength and yield to be a strong channel of God, based on the theme, “Claim for Missional Churc”. (Luke:19:10). The program started with the key note address by Rev. R. Meren President and Acting Executive Secretary. All together from 61 NBCA Churches, 161 delegates attended the Conference. NBCA thank all the participants from different Churches for making the program a success.

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Indonesian Muslims attend a rally calling for the arrest of Jakarta’s Governor Basuki Tjahaja Purnama.

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The GPRN/NSCN extends its deepest appreciation to all the tribes and associations for their physical presence during the 9th Naga Unification Anniversary held at Designated Camp (Khehoi) on 22nd Nov. 2016. While it was never a mandate of support nor an outright endorsement of the GPRN/NSCN, yet it points to an unmistakable innermost desire of the tribes and inhabitants of Nagaland to decide their own future. GPRN/NSCN would like to thank: 1. NTC 46. Lotha Students' Union Dimapur 2. ENPO 47. Lotha Students' Union (Wokha Unit) 3. CNTC 48. Diphupar Lotha Hoho 4. Nagaland GB Federation 49. Eloi Hoho Karbi Anglong 5. Naga Council Dimapur 50. Ao Youth Organisation Dimapur/ 6. Youth Association of Nagaland (YAN) Chumukedima 7. Naga Women Hoho 51. WATSU 8. Konyak Union (KU) 52. Konyak Union Dimapur 9. Lotha Hoho 53. Konyak Union Chen Unit 10. Sumi Hoho 54. Nagaland Gorkha Association 11. United Sangtam Likhum Pumji (USLP) 55. Gurkha Union Dimapur/Kohima/ 12. Yimchunger Tribal Council (YTC) Mokokchung/Peren 13. Chakhesang People's Organisation (CPO) 56. Gurkha Students' Union Dimapur Western Sumi Hoho 57. Garo Tribal Council Dimapur 14. Ao Sensor Telongjem Dimapur 58. Garo Students' Union 15. Kuki Inpi 59. Central Nagaland Students' Association 16. Pochury Soho (CNSA) 17. Phom People's Council (PPC) 60. United Naga Tribes Association on Border 18. Sumi Kukami Hoho Areas (UNTABA) 19. Chakhesang Youth Front 61. ENPO Chumukedima Unit 20. Western Yichunger Hoho 62. Naga Women Hoho, Dimapur 21. Sangtam Union Dimapur 63. Sumi Aphuyemi Kiphimi Kuqhakulu 22. United Sangtam Student's Conference 64. Sumi Community Padampukhri 23. Akeda Sangtamlaru Thsingmujung 65. Liangmai Council Dimapur 24. Angami Chakhro GB Union 66. Muslim Council Dimapur (MCD) 25. Zeliang and Kuki Public Organisation 67. Brahman Council Dimapur 26. Kuki Students' Organisation (KSO) 68. Bengali Community Dimapur 27. Kuki Mothers Association 69. SD Jain Samaj Dimapur 28. Kachari Tribal Council (KTC) 70. Phom Women Hoho 29. Kachari Mothers Association 71. Ato Area GBA Association 30. Pochury GBs Union 72. Atoizu Range Students' Union 31. Pochury Women Hoho 73. Satakha Range Students' Union 32. Kuki GB Union 74. Dimapur Urban Council Chairmen 33. Yimchunger Union Dimapur Federation (DUCCF) 34. Western Yimchunger Women Organisation 75. CAKU 35. Sumi Students' Union (SKK) 76. Dimapur Chamber of Commerce and 36. Northern Sumi Hoho Industries (DCCI) 37. Western Sumi Kukami Hoho 77. Lotha Cultural Troupe 38. Western Sumi Students' Union 78. Konyak Cultural Troupe 39. Western Sumi Totimo Hoho 79. Tetseo Sisters 40. Western Sumi Youth Front 80. Colored Keys (Kohima) 41. Sumi Council Dimapur 81. Print and Electronic Media 42. Zunheboto Town Youth Organisation.

82. Rev. Y Imtipa Sangtam 43. Lotha Youth Hoho 83. Rev. Dr. Vevo Phesao 44. Lotha Students' Union 84. Dr. Hokishe Yepthomi, Advisor, Sumi 45. Lotha Hoho Dimapur Hoho.

May God Almighty, the Creator of Nagaland bless everyone abundantly.

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November 4, which drew 100,000 Muslims -- both hardline and moderate -onto the streets in the biggest demonstration that Jakarta has seen in years.

It was peaceful during the day but descended into violence as night fell, with Muslim hardliners hurling missiles at security forces and setting fire to police cars.

Security forces responded with tear gas and water cannon, in clashes that left one person dead and hundreds injured.

Fears have been running high that there could be a repeat of the violence, with foreign governments warning their citizens to avoid Friday’s demonstration.

Beijing, Dec 2 (Agencies): A Chinese man has had his conviction for rape and murder overturned, 21 years after he was executed.

Nie Shubin was killed by firing squad in 1995 at the age of 20 after being found guilty of killing a woman in Shijiazhuang, in Hebei province.

The supreme court ruled that the facts used in Mr Nie’s trial were “unclear and the evidence insufficient”.

Mr Nie’s family, who have been campaigning for two decades to clear his name, have thanked his supporters.

Eleven years ago another man also said he had carried out the crime but the claim was rejected.

Chinese courts have a conviction rate of more than 99%. The official number of executions are a state secret, but is believed to be in the thousands every year.

Rights groups allege that confessions used in court are forced or extracted under torture.

It is highly unusual for convictions to be overturned.

In 2014, a teenager from Inner Mongolia was cleared of rape and murder, 18 years after his execution.

FELICITATION

L. Hotovi Village would like to felicitate Shri. Nihoje Sema (Litsami) for being promoted to the post of Junior Farm Manager (Class-II Gazetted) under Veterinary and Animal Husbandry, Nagaland and retired.

L . H o t o v i Vi l l a g e further prayers and wishes them the best in their future endeavours.

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(Kikheho Yepthomi) Chairman L. Hotovi Village Council

CONGRATULATIONS

We the Indian Evangelical Mission with immense pleasure, pride and joy, take this opportunity to expresses our heartiest congratulations to Rev. Dr. R. Mangyang Chang for obtaining the Doctorate degree in Ministry (D.Min) from the International Institute of Church Management Inc, Florida, USA (Reg. IICM Edn. Trust, Chennai India) on the thesis, "Methods and strategies of the modern Mission" under the supervision of Dr. S. Simon Academic Dean, IICM. We pray that the Lord Almighty God will continue to use him for His Kingdom.

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(Mr. C. Lumdemo Kikon) State Secretary, IEM Nagaland

PUBLIC NOTICE

This is to inform all that Mr. NEIKO (Visieneiko Sechü Zubza) have being borrowing money from individuals, societies and groups and has come to the knowledge of the family members that he had mortgaging plots of lands, fields etc. but this is to inform all who had dealing with him in any financial matters that he do not have any more share, so any individuals, societies or groups having any financial matter with him should kindly deal with him directly and not with any of the other family members because the family members cannot hold any responsibilities with regard to any financial matter dealing with the above person.

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CONDEMNATION The Chizami Range Public Organisation (CRPO) vehemently condemns the act of highway robbery carried out on its jurisdiction (between Enhulumi & Mesulumi) on the night of 17th & 22nd November 2016 by miscreants namely Khoku Kezo, S/O Shekhosa, Veshe Tetseo, S/O Mudothiyi, Khriezo, S/O Kuhozo, Thepune, S/O Kuzovoyi, Sheto, S/O Jhokhoyi. All belonging from Pholami Village.

Such activities hampers the peace and transquility of the society. It has also tarnished the image of the people of the area. Therefore, while condemning the act anybody found involved in such detrimental activities in future shall be dealt with befitting actions.

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FELICITATION

Kohima Khar Senso Telongjem would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Shri.

Imkongneken Ao for being promoted as Director, Soil and Water Conservation Govt. of Nagaland.

The KKST wishes him God’s blessing, wisdom and His guidance in his future endeavour.

Sd/Sd/LANUTEMSU IMTILEMBA LKR President General Secretary KKST KKST

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Kailash Kher getting a traditional welcome at Dimapur airport. (Facebook) Urdu and Rajasthani languages.

In a video posted on Kher’s facebook page, the singer was mobbed by crazy fans in Dimapur when he went to Hongkong Market.

He said he was not harmed but atleast a thousand selfies were taken with his fans.

In a photo posted on his FB page, Kher said he was excited for the gig and he further described Nagaland as a land of hospitality, tradition and love, art inclined place.

Earlier in November, Kher posted a photo of himself in Facebook where he described Hornbill festival as his favourite and Nagaland as, “The Land of Art culture and fearless Warriors.”

Saturday’s concert is likely to accumulate one of the biggest crowds in the city for the year 2016, as people from neighbouring

states and cities are likely to throng the stadium to have a glimpse of the fabulous singer and also groove to his ever hit songs.

Kher is most likely to play some of his famous songs including, Saiyaan, Ya Rabba, Arziyan, Tu Jaane na (unplugged ver-

Evan. Razouvizo Tetso & Mrs Zadele Tetso ‘May today be �illed with happy memories of the past and bright hopes for the future.”

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ailash Kher, one of the most recognizable voices in the Bollywood industry today was accorded a warm Naga traditional welcome during his arrival at the Dimapur Airport, Friday afternoon.

The singer is here in the city to perform on Saturday evening at the DDSC stadium as part of the Hornbill Bollywood Dhamaka organized by Music Task Force, government of Nagaland.

He will be using the same stage where another renowned bollywood singer KK performed on Thursday night.

Kher who initially shot to fame with songs like ‘Rabba Ishq Na Hove’ from the movie Andaaz and ‘Allah Ke Bande’ from the movie Waisa Bhi Hota Hai part II has now become a household name and is regarded as one of the most successful and popular payback singers in the country.

Born in Uttar Pradesh on July 7, 1973 and brought up from a musical family, Kher had his share of struggles on his way to before establishing himself.

A singers who earned international fame by climbing the ladder through the hard way, Kher is considered as one of the most respected contemporary Sufi singers.

Apart from singing Indian folk and Sufi music, Kher is also a fluent singer in Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, Telegu, Kannada, Odia,

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Hornbill Junior Photography” is in progress for the kids Carnival Arena, Hornbill Festival, Kisama.

Interested candidates between the age of 14 to 18 years can participate. The participants will have to submit atleast 5 pictures of the current Hornbill Festival and submit it on or before December 7.

The winners will be announced on December 8 and the winner will go home with a cash prize of Rs 6000 and will the first runner up will be awarded Rs. 4000.

There will be a dance competition for Group B (Class 4 to 6) and Group C (Class 7 to 9) on Saturday where the winners will go home with a cash prize of Rs 4000 and the first runner-up with Rs. 2000.

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FELICITATION

With immense pride and joy, we convey our heartiest congratulations to Ethel Ngullie, D/o Mr. Yikhao Ngullie and Mrs. Tacholoni Ngullie on being awarded and conferred Doctorate in Philosophy (Ph.D) in Horticulture by Nagaland University on the thesis “Effect of integrated nutrient management on growth, yield, nutrient uptake and storage life of Onion” under the proficient guidance of Prof. V. B. Singh and Dr. A. K .Singh.

We further wishes her success in her future endeavor.

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efore they were famous, Adele, Sam Smith, James Bay and Florence + The Machine were earmarked for success by the Brits Critics’ Choice award.

Now three new acts are vying for the title as the prize marks its 10th anniversary.

Pop diva Dua Lipa, blues singer Rag N Bone Man and dance vocalist Anne-Marie all make the shortlist, which is voted for by music industry experts.

The winner is announced on 8 December, ahead of next year’s Brit Awards.

Unusually, all of this year’s nominees have already tasted chart success in the last 12 months.

Anne-Marie is currently number one as the featured performer on Clean Bandit’s hit Rockabye.

Dua Lipa, who was on the BBC’s Sound Of 2016 list earlier this year, has scored hits with her singles Hotter Than Hell and Blow Your Mind (Mwah).

FELICITATION

We the Dimapur Lizutomi Union would like to congratulate and extend warm greetings to Shri. Zhekheto K. Aomi for being promoted to the post of Joint Director, Department of Soil & Water Conservation, Govt.of Nagaland.

The Dimapur Lizutomi Union wish and prays that the Almighty God continue to grant wisdom & good health in your future endeavour.

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Barca under pressure in El Clasico

Neymar (left) and Iniesta pass the ball between themselves during a practise session.

Barcelona, Dec 2 (IANS): Reigning champions FC Barcelona will be under pressure to limit the gap at the top of the standings with leaders and traditional rivals Real Madrid in La Liga’s showpiece derby football match, the “El Clasico”, here on Saturday.

The game is without doubt the main course of 14th round of matches of the competition, reports Xinhua news agency.

Although it comes

at a relatively early stage of the season, the highvoltage match at Barcelona’s home ground, the Camp Nou stadium, could potentially decide this season’s title winners, given that Madrid already enjoy a six-point lead from Barcelona. A win would lift them nine clear.

Madrid are on top with 33 points from 13 matches, ahead of secondplaced Barcelona’s 27.

Madrid have stars Gareth Bale and Tony

Kroos out through injury, but defensive midfielder Casemiro will be back after proving his fitness.

Barcelona go into the game with big question marks over their form following draws against Malaga and Real Sociedad and also away to third tier Hercules in their midweek Kings Cup tie.

D e f e n d e r S a mu e l Umtiti reappeared after injury in that game and coach Luis Enrique has commented that midfield

Inter-mill tug of war tourney held

Participants of 1st Inter-Mill Tug of war at Tenyiphe -1 village local ground, Dimapur

Sturridge not for sale: Klopp London, Dec 2 (Agencies): Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has dismissed the possibility of selling Daniel Sturridge but did confirm the England striker will miss Sunday’s game against Bournemouth.

Sturridge has been absent from Liverpool’s past two matches against Sunderland and Leeds with a calf problem. The 27-year-old has failed to score a goal and is yet to complete 90 minutes for Liverpool in the Premier League this season.

Sturridge’s struggle for playing time has led to speculation he could be allowed to leave Anfield in January, but Klopp insists that is not the case and he remains a valuable member of the squad. “The funny thing is you create stories that aren’t stories, and then you ask me about the stories that aren’t stories,” said Klopp.

“There is absolutely no idea to sell anybody from the first-team squad.

It wouldn’t make sense.

Unfortunately Daniel is not in training. That’s what I’m most concerned about, more than transfer rumours, I’m prepared for January. What you ask me will be funny I’m sure.”

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of mills under Tenyiphe-1 jurisdiction to create unity and mutual understanding among them.

The final match was played between IDEP Woodwork and Vilo Noodles in which IDEP Woodwork emerged as the champion and walked away with a cash price of Rs.5000 and citation.

Earlier the program

started with invocation by Riingunyii Meyase, exchairman TVC, welcome address by Kezhaleto Yalie, advisor TYO while the program was chaired by David Neikha, assistant information and publicity secretary TYO. Altogether 11 teams from Tenyiphe jurisdiction participated in the tournament.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We the bereaved family members of Late Mrs. Lokyongu Shitiri Vill. of Longtsiri would like to express our profound and heartfelt gratitude to each and every individual, families, friends, neighbours, organizations and well wishers from far and near who supported us physically, financially, materially and with unceasing prayers at the sudden demise of our beloved mother on 22nd Nov. 2016.

We regret our inability to mention each and every individual but pray that our Almighty God Bless you all abundantly. Your good deeds and love shown to us will be cherished and remembered now and always.

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D I M A P U R , D EC 2 (NPN): The 1st Inter-Mill Tug of war under the aegis Tenyiphe -1 Village Youth Organisation (TYO) was held on December 1 at Tenyiphe -1 village local ground, Dimapur. The event was graced by Khriebulie Peseyie, ex -chairman TVC as special guest.

The Tournament was organised for the workers

Loving husband, children and family members.

should play at least some part in the Clasico.

Meanwhile, most eyes will be fixed on the performances of superstars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as the best two players in the world go head to head once again.

In other matches, Granada look for their first league win of the season at home to Sevilla, who are third in the table level on points with Barcelona, but having inferior goal difference.

Granada will take heart from their Kings Cup win at home to Osasuna in midweek, while Sevilla know they have the chance to strengthen their own titles claims.

Hosts Leganes will be looking for their second home win of the campaign against Villarreal, who have slipped to sixth after losing their last two league matches.

Atletico Madrid will also look to bag three points in their home clash against Espanyol.

Atletico seem to have rediscovered some of their former defensive steel in recent games, while Espanyol have three away wins this season and have not conceded a goal in over 400 minutes league football.

Vienna, Dec 2 (IANS): Newly-crowned Formula One champion Nico Rosberg on Friday retired from racing with immediate effect in a shocking announcement, just five days after winning his maiden title.

Rosberg stunned all while revealing his decision and said he isn’t willing to put himself through the wringer, choosing not to make sacrifices again after achieving his long cherished dream.

Rosberg made the announcement at a Federation Inter nationale de l’Automobile (FIA) press conference where he received the trophy for becoming the world champion. He then wrote a lengthy farewell speech on Facebook.

Rosberg beat off a strong challenge from his team-mate and fierce rival Britain’s Lewis Hamilton to win the F1 title despite finishing second in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunday.

“For me it is a very special day to receive the trophy this evening. It is going to be amazing but for another reason: I want to take the opportunity to announce to end F1 career,” Rosberg was cited as saying by motorsport.com.

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St. Xavier annual college week held

Students of St. Xavier College, Jalukie during the annual college week.

D im a pu r , D e c 2 (NPN): The annual college week of St. Xavier College, Jalukie was held from November 28 to December 2.

Rev. Fr. Pappu Samy, the principal inaugurated the annual week on November 28 at the college auditorium. In his message, he exhorted students to grasp the opportune moment judiciously to build their potentialities and to open avenues for their future careers.

On the inaugural day, cultural day was observed with the theme: “Embracing Our Diversity” to provide platform and opportunities for students to promote and keep alive their respective cultures.

Students in their unique piece of traditional attire enhanced the intensity of the celebration of diversity. The high spot of the day was the traditional couple show. Focusing on the theme, the other spectaculars organized by the cultural committee were fancy dress, folklore, duet, instrumental and choir competitions.

On November 29, the literary committee ventured with exciting competitions with the theme, “Strive for Excellence.”

The planned programme of the day was for comprehensive development of the students’ personality.

The various competitions that marked the literary

day were debate, quiz, essay, extempore speech and spell-bee competitions.

Various sports events of single and group items were played from November 30 to December 2. The inaugural match kicked off with boys basketball match. After the exciting start the various events lined up for the three consecutive days were track events, long jump, high jump, discuss throw, badminton, table tennis, volleyball and football match.

Group events of volleyball and football saw maximum participants.

The Xavirite college week came to a close on December 2 with tug-ofwar.

PSA 40th BCCI to wait till December 5; IAAF extends Russia’s associations told to have plan B session from all-round doping ban

New Delhi, Dec 2 (PTI): The BCCI today maintained its opposition to some of the reforms recommended by the Lodha committee and will wait with bated breath for the Supreme Court’s verdict on the matter come December 5.

At a Special General Meeting here, the Board did not take any decision on the recommendations but it has been learnt from sources that state associations have been told to keep a Plan B ready in case the verdict is not favourable from the apex court.

Lodha Committee has sought directions on appointment of former union Home Secretary GK Pillai as observer and removal of all BCCI office-bearers.

“Senior office-bearers said we have to wait till December 5. Any decision taken can be Contempt of Court. He also advised that state units will have to keep

a Plan B ready. If court gives a verdict we have to abide by it and change constitution accordingly,” a state unit official told PTI. Today’s Special General Meeting witnessed Status Quo being maintained by members. Two associations Tripura and Vidarbha, who have decided to implement Lodha reforms in toto were absent. The reason cited by BCCI Secretary Ajay Shirke was the delay in flights landing in foggy conditions.

“There was a feeling members are having different opinion. Vidharbha and Tripura did not come due to fog. We explained the situation and clarified with them again. They reiterated their stand that was taken in the first SGM on October 1. Almost all recommendations agreed upon except a few.

We will wait for December 5 Supreme Court hearing,” BCCI Secretary Ajay Shirke told reporters.

1st DEATH ANNIVERSARY of our beloved

Late Takonungba Longkumer

3 Dec. 2015 Times and seasons have gone by but your memories still lingers in our hearts and we deeply miss you.

Though your absence is greatly felt everyday, we take comfort that you are with the Lord. We cherish the honest and simple life you have lived.

Your blessings and prayers are always with us. rd

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December 6

D im a pu r , D e c 2 (NPN): The 40th session of the Pochury Sports Association (PSA) will be held from December 6 to 8 at Meluri, under the theme, “transcending through sports.” The meet will be hosted by the Meluri Range Sports Association (MRSA).

Z. Nyusietho, additional secretary, Social Welfare, Government of Nagaland will grace the session as chief guest in the opening ceremony while Chonpa Jurry, assistant director, School Education would grace the closing ceremony.

Monte Carlo, Dec 2 (IANS): The Athletics’ world governing body IAAF has voted to extend Russia’s doping ban from international competitions, reports said on Friday. Russia was suspended by the International Association of Athletics Federations since November 2015 over a massive doping and corruption scandal uncovered by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).

Russian athletes also missed the Rio Olympics after the ban was twice extended in March and June, Xinhua news reported.

Head of the IAAF Taskforce, Rune Andersen,

reported that Russia’s athletics federation (RusAF) has progressed towards satisfying the reinstatement conditions as of June. However, the 207th IAAF council meeting said that RusAF was still not ready to return to competition. According to Andersen, the RusAF’s progress would include rolling out key measures like anti-doping education modules for coaches and athletes.

Besides, securing cooperation between Russian criminal authorities and their French counterparts and the Russian parliament passing a new law criminalising the supply of prohibited substances to athletes.

30th DEATH ANNIVERSARY

In remembrance of our beloved father

Lt. Z Khekuto Yepthomi who left us on 3rd Dec. 1986.

“What moves through us is a silence, a quite sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why we are to leave each other so soon, or why we are to leave even before we are ready to say good bye, but little by little, we slowly begin to remember not just that we are to depart, but that we were together, and that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget.

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ATK end group stage with draw

minute) and Sanju Pradhan missing.

ATK coach Jose Molina replaced Jewel Raja to bring in Stephen Pearson, who minutes after coming on, was part of a twin miss.

Hume was brought on in the dying minutes of the match but the score remained unchanged.

Kochi to host final

Match between Atletico de Kolkata and FC Pune City on Friday.

Ko l k ata , D e c 2 (IANS): Atletico de Kolkata (ATK) ended their group stage engagements with their eighth draw of the Indian Super League (ISL) football tournament in a 0-0 tie against FC Pune City here at the Rabindra Sarovar stadium on Friday.

Pune coach Antonio Lopez Habas failed to win both the group stage matches against his former employers as both sides fired blanks in an otherwise inconsequential encounter.

The hosts, who have already qualified for the semi-finals, have 20 points from 14 outings while Pune bowed out with 16.

ATK forward Juan

Belencoso missed four clearcut chances in both halves while the visitors failed to create many in a turgid affair. Pune keeper Arindam Bhattacharya was called into action as soon the fifth minute when he palmed away a stinging Javi Lara free-kick saved after a darting run by Abhinash Ruidas down the left flank was pockmarked

by Rahul Bheke.

Minutes later, Javi Lara had acres of space in front of him to run at the rival defence but Arindam again pulled off a good save to deny the in-form Spaniard.

ATK looked the likelier of the two sides to take the lead as Belencoso first side-netted a Ruidas cross

to follow it up with an effort over the bar after some slick play saw Ruidas feed the profligate Spaniard inside the box.

Pune had their only chance at the half-hour mark when Anibal Rodriguez missed from the edge of the box. The first half ended goalless.

Belencoso missed another golden opportunity six minutes into the second period when the tall striker headed wide a Bidyananda Singh cross from handshaking distance.

Pune got two chances in quick succession but both substitute Dramane Traore (introduced in place of Momar Ndoye in the 72nd

In a huge boost to the football fans of Kerala, ISL governing council has officially chosen the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium, Kochi as the venue for the final of the third edition of ISL. The decision was taken on Friday after a meeting of top officials of ISL. Kochi has seen the maximum spectator turnout amongst all eight venues of ISL. What made the organisers decision easier was the fact that most of the other venues in contention are undergoing renovations for the upcoming U-17 World Cup in 2017.

This development will act as a huge confidence booster for Kerala Blasters ahead of their crucial game against NorthEast United FC as a win or a draw against the North-Eastern side will guarantee them a place in last-four.

Saina crashes out of Macau Open Macau, Dec 2 (IANS): Indian shuttlers Saina Nehwal and B. Sai Praneeth lost their respective matches in straight sets to crash out of the $120,000 Macau Open Grand Prix Gold badminton tournament on Friday.

Saina lost 21-12, 21-17 in just 35 minutes to Zhang Yiman of China in the quarter-finals of the women’s singles competition.

There was disappointing news for Indian fans in the men’s singles as well with Praneeth losing his quarter-final clash 19-21, 9-21 to Zhao Jun Peng of China in 30 minutes.

Saina was made to struggle by her opponent as Zhang dominated right from the start, taking an 8-5 lead early in the first game.

Saina managed to draw level at 8-8 but Zhang won five back-to-back points to bolster her advantage to 14-8 before closing out the game.

Saina dominated the early stages of the second game, putting the local favourite under pressure.

It was a neck-andneck affair till 11-11 before Zhang won three consecutive points. Although Saina equalised at 14-14, the Chinese star produced a fivepoint burst to clinch what ultimately proved to be a decisive lead.

Patel appointed AFC senior VP India Myanmar Thailand friendship motor rally culminates

Participants of India Myanmar Thailand Friendship Motor Rally in Bangkok on Friday.

Dimapur, Dec 2 (NPN): The India Myanmar Thailand Friendship Motor Rally which started from New Delhi on November 13 reached Bangkok on December 2. The rally was organized to create awareness on the motor ability of the road, encourage cultural and trade ties including tourism.

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The rally consists of participants from Delhi, Ranchi, West Bengal, Orissa, Assam, Nagaland and Manipur of India and from Myanmar and Thailand.

The rally was organized by the India Chamber of Commerce and Kalinga Motor Sports Association and supported by MORTH Government of India. The

participating State Governments are Nagaland, Manipur and West Bengal.

Hiazu Meru and Kethosituo Sekhose are representing the State of Nagaland.

A closing function was held at Bangkok today with the Indian Ambassador to Thailand as the chief guest.

ABU DHABI, Dec 2 (PTI): All India Football Federation President Praful Patel has been appointed as a senior vice president of Asian Football Confederation. Patel, who was serving as the vice president of the South East Region for the Asian Football Confederation, thanked all for their support.

“I am grateful & thankful for all the support extended,” Patel tweeted from his official Twitter account.

Under Patel’s tutelage, India won the rights to host the FIFA U-17 World Cup India 2017 and hosted the AFC U-16 Championship in September 2016. Meanwhile, the AIFF has won the AFC Developing Member Association of the Year Award at the AFC’s Annual Awards Night here.

Patel received the

Award from AFC vice president Ali Kafashian at a glittering ceremony on Thursday night. “I need to thank AFC for recognising our efforts. Indian football is headed in the right direction,” Patel said.

The prestigious award is given to a Member Association in recognition of its professional administration and governance as well its exceptional contribution to the development and promotion of the game at all levels within the country.

Member Associations are assessed and awarded points on various areas encompassing the association’s activities such as the organisation of courses and seminars, competitions, grassroots and youth development programmes, women’s programmes, social responsibility and special projects.

MDCA, ADC Mangkolemba XI exhibition cricket match

Players of MDCA XI and ADC Mangkolemba XI along with officials before the silver jubilee commemoratory exhibition match on Friday.

M a n g ko l e m ba , Dec 2 (NPN): The Mokokchung District Cricket Association (MDCA) Friday successfully played its second exhibition match with ADC Mangkolemba XI at Kumpani ground. The exhibition matches being initiated by the MDCA are being played on the theme “Instilling Aspirations”.

In an exciting and evenly contested match between the two teams, the MDCA XI ultimately emerged the victors by beating theirs opponents by 29 runs.

Electing to bat first after winning the toss, the MDCA XI started their inning to a slow start. However, as the middle order batsmen took charge, the game shifted to the advantage of the visitors as batsman Meyazungba hit the ball to all corners of the ground and scored a total of 38 runs. ADC Mangkolemba XI star bowler Kika took four wickets.

He took three wickets in one over thereby balancing the match to some extent. At the end of the twenty overs, the MDCA XI ended their inning with a comfortable 147 runs for the loss of nine wickets.

ADC Mangkolemba XI entered the field quite weak as the wickets fell cheaply during the first five overs. Some superb display of bowling by Sachin and immaculate fielding during the first ten overs restricted the home team to a tight corner.

However, with the entry of the middle order batsmen, with some boundaries and sixes, the scorecard for the home team improve. But, veteran MDCA player, Talikaba started blowing and wrecked havoc as he took four wickets. At the end of the limited twenty overs, the home team scored only 118 for nine wickets, and conceded the game to the visitors. Meyazungba of MDCA XI (highest run

scorer) and Longkitsung of ADC mangkolemba XI were adjudged the men of the match.

M e a n w h i l e, t h e Mangkolemba ADC, Imtiwapang Aier expressed happiness for playing the exhibition match at Mangkolemba and at the same time congratulated the MDCA for achieving its 25th year milestone.

He also informed that the Mangkolemba ADC Headquarter is celebrating its yearlong Silver Jubilee celebration at Mangkolemba which will culminate on December 9 with chief minister TR Zeliang as the chief guest.

The MDCA president, Er Chubatoshi expressed gratitude to the ADC Mangkolemba and all his subordinates for making the exhibition match a grand success.

He also informed that the next exhibition match will be played at SDO Hq Changtongya and ADC Hq Tuli.

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UAE’s Abdulrahman crowned AFC Player of the Year

Omar Abdulrahman

Abu Dhabi, Dec 2 (IANS): Omar Abdulrahman from Al Ain of the United Arab Emirates has been named Player of the year by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) here.

The Emirati midfielder was recognized for his “pivotal roles” in guiding Al Ain to this season’s AFC Champions League final, and his home country to within “touching distance” of a place at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, the AFC said on Thursday, reports Xinhua.

Choi Kang-Hee of South Korea’s Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors won the AFC Coach of the Year for the club’s victory in the AFC Champions League final against Al Ain on November 26. The Kore-

ans drew 1-1 on Saturday to win 3-2 on aggregate.

Japanese forward Shinji Okazaki has been named the AFC Asian International Player of the Year for helping England’s Leicester City to achieve a widely unexpected victory in winning the English Premier League.

The AFC Futsal Player of the year 2016 honours went to Aliasghar Hasanzadeh as he led Iran to the championship of this year’s AFC Futsal Championship and the third placing of the FIFA Futsal World Cup. Japan’s 18-year-old Ritsu Doan has been awarded the AFC Youth Player of the Year award, honouring his achievements at this year’s AFC U-19 Championship.

He saw off stiff competition from Iraq’s Mohammed Dawood and Rakan Alanaze to be named Asia’s finest young star.

Among the awards for ladies, Australia’s Caitlin Jade Foord was named the AFC Women’s Player of the Year for 2016.

Chan Yuen-ting won the title as AFC’s Women’s Coach of the Year. Chan was recognised for leading the Eastern Sports Club to both the Hong Kong Premier League and Senior Challenge Shield titles.

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