15 Nov 2021

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Vol XXXI No. 341

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INTERNATIONAL, PAGE 9

Manipur attack: Massive combing ops launched IMPHAL, NOV 14 (PTI): A massive manhunt has been launched in the jungles of Churachandrapur district of Manipur near the International border with Myanmar to search for militants belonging to two shadowy outfits who have claimed responsibility for a deadly ambush which killed personnel and family members of the para-military Assam Rifles.

Officials said that the combing operation conducted jointly by Assam Rifles and state police was on in the jungles surrounding the village of Sekhen where the ambush was laid on Saturday.

Meanwhile, Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh, host of Assam Rifles officials and others paid tributes to those killed in the ambush at Imphal airport.

Singh said that security along the Myanmar border through which militants are believed to have slipped in and ambushed an Assam Rifles Colonel, his wife, son and four other riflemen, was being beefed up.

(L) AR personnel carrying Col. Tripathi’s coffin at Imphal airport (R) body of Khatnei Konyak brought to his home town, Sunday. (The Print/Tiwtter)

Singh who laid wreaths on their bodies at Imphal airport, also said the home department and para-military forces had been instructed to bring the militants to justice at the earliest.

Two militant groups People’s Liberation Army and the Manipur Naga People’s Front -had on Saturday jointly claimed responsibility for the attack. Officials said the two groups one of which had been dormant

for several years, while the other is little known of, had chosen their target carefully and were likely trying to make their way back to base camps in Myanmar.

Speaking to media-persons after the wreath laying ceremony, Singh said “the government will not tolerate such terrorist activities in the state” and added that security along the border areas of the state would be increased.

The mortal remains

of Col Viplav Tripathi, his family and Assam rifles personnel, who lost their lives in the terror attack in Manipur on Saturday have been flown out to their respective home towns.

Col Tripathi, the Commanding Officer of Khuga Battalion of Assam Rifles, his wife Anuja and son Abeer, besides four personnel of the country’s oldest paramilitary force were killed on Saturday in a wel-

ter of IED blasts and gunfire in Manipur’s Churachandpur district.

The four Assam Rifles personnel killed in the attack were Rifleman (Rfn) Shyamal Das, Rfn Suman Swargiary, Rfn RP Meena and Rfn Khatnei Konyak.

Meanwhile, the body of Rfn Khatnei Konyak was brought to his home town in Mon district on Sunday.

Khatnei was laid to rest with full military honours.

Gov, Paiwang, NPCC condemn killing of AR personnel in Manipur D I M A P U R , N OV 1 4 (NPN): Nagaland Governor Prof Jagdish Mukhi, Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) and minister for transport, civil aviation, railways and land resources P. Paiwang Konyak have expressed shock and condemned the killing of rifleman Khatnei Konyak and six others Assam Rifles personnel including the commandant and his family in an ambush by militants at Sialsi village in Churachandpur, Manipur on Saturday.

Gov: Strongly condemning the action of the perpetrators, the governor in a condolence message said the inhuman and cowardly attack and killing of Assam Rifles personnel, including a woman and child, deserved highest condemnation.

As every peace-loving citizen was taking an active part in building a peaceful environment in the country, especially in Northeast India, he asserted that those perpetrators had no place in “our society” and that

justice would be served immediately.

“Rifleman Khatnei Konyak served the country and made the supreme sacrifice for our nation. Having such a courageous and fearless soldier is an honour for any country. In his demise, India has lost a brave and courageous son and soldier,” the message stated.

Conveying his heartfelt condolences on behalf of the countrymen and women, including the people of Nagaland and his own

behalf, Mukhi prayed to Almighty God to bestow the needed fortitude to the family members of Konyak to bear this tragic loss and grant them solace at this hour of enormous pain. He also prayed for eternal peace of the departed soul.

Paiwang: Minister for transport, civil aviation, railways and land resources P. Paiwang Konyak expressed deep pain and shock to learn about the attack on the convoy of 46 Assam Rifles at Churachandpur

Top Maoist leader Teltumbde among 26 killed in Maha NAGPUR, NOV 14 (PTI): Maharashtra police authorities on Sunday confirmed that top fugitive Maoist Milind Baburao Teltumbde was among the 26 members of the outlawed Communist Party of India (Maoist) who were killed in the November 13 encounter in the State’s Gadchiroli district.

The killing of top Naxal leader Milind Teltumbde is a “big setback” to the outlawed Maoist movement in the Maharashtra-Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh (MMC) zone, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Gadchiroli Range, Sandip Patil said on Sunday.

Teltumbde was the key person who in the last 20 years gave a momentum to the Naxal movement and built it in Maharashtra, he told PTI. “He was the only future of that movement and

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Milind Teltumbde (File)

there was no other leader in Maharashtra,” the official claimed. “Considering his contribution to the Naxal movement and his influence among some parts of the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra and urban areas, he was a very important and key cadre and we were searching for him since a very long time,” he said.

On Saturday, 26 ultras were killed at Korchi in Mardintola forest area of Gadchiroli, located over 900

km from Mumbai, when the elite C-60 police commando team was conducting a search operation.

Teltumbde, one of the wanted accused in the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, was among the dead cadres, a senior police official said earlier in the day. Milind, the brother of activist and scholar Anand Teltumbde, was carrying a reward of Rs 50 lakh on his head for his alleged involvement in violent activities against the state.

Anand Teltumbde had been arrested earlier in the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case and is currently lodged at the Taloja prison in neighbouring Navi Mumbai.

According to the senior police official of Gadchiroli range, the Maharashtra-Madhya PradeshChhattisgarh (MMC) was a very important zone and

project of Maoists. Milind, the MMC zone’s secretary and the only member from Maharashtra in the Maoists’ central committee, was tasked to divert the central government’s attention from hilly areas to the MMC zone, he said.

To a query on Milind’s deep link with the ‘urban Naxal’ movement, the official said he was one cadre who had strong connections in both the urban and junglebased movements. Milind along with his wife Angela Sontakke used to run an “urban network” (of the rebels) in Maharashtra, he said.

As per a charge sheet filed by the National Investigation Agency in the Elgar Parishad case, Milind was named as the ‘dreaded Maoist’, a top operative of the banned CPI (Maoist), and declared as absconding.

district of Manipur wherein the commanding officer and his family members and four brave soldiers were martyred.

He also mourned the untimely death of Rfn. Khatnei Konyak, son of Ngompha Konyak, Goan Bura (GB) of Zangkham village, Tizit.

Paiwang said that Khatnei, a young and promising soldier, left behind his wife and a four-month old daughter.

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ZyCov-D vax to be administered ‘only to adults as of now’

about the passing away of Khuosatho.

Sharingain said late Khuosatho was a devoted man who worked tirelessly for the welfare and development of his constituency and the State. The death of Khuosatho was a great loss to the Nagas in general and the Pochury community in particular, he said. On behalf of 13 NLA members and on his own behalf, Shariangain conveyed condolences to the Speaker: NLA speak- bereaved family and prayed er, Sharingain Longkumer for the departed soul to rest expressed deep pain to learn in eternal peace.

Condolences

Kronu: Minister for planning & co-ordination, land revenue, parliamentary affairs, Neiba Kronu expressed pain to learn about the demise of Khuosatho Pochury. In his condolence message, Kronu said that besides being the first post graduate from among the Pochury community, late Khuosatho was elected twice and had also worked as vice president of NPCC. Kronu described Khuosatho as a humble, dedicated and an inspiring leader who rendered immense service

SPORTS, PAGE 12

Develop resources to better governance: Modi tasks entire council of ministers NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI):In a major push for a hands-on approach to governance, the Narendra Modi government is planning to rope in young professionals, seek suggestions from retiring officials and make the best use of technology for project monitoring, besides various other steps to be overseen by eight different groups comprising of members from the entire Council of Ministers, sources said.

The 77 ministers have been divided into eight groups to develop technology-based resources, create a pool of professionals for recruiting in their teams and other similar initiatives to be adopted in the offices of all Ministers’ offices to bring more transparency and further improve and efficiency of the Modi government, the sources said.

This exercise of dividing the ministers into eight groups was done following ‘Chintan Shivirs’ (brainstorming sessions) of the entire Council that were chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with each meeting lasting for nearly five hours. A total of five such sessions were

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77 ministers divided into eight groups to develop technologybased resources held-- one each on Personal Efficiency, Focused Implementation, Ministry Functioning and Stakeholder Engagement, Party Coordination and Effective Communication and the last one was on Parliamentary practices.

The forming of groups is another step in that direction, broadly focusing on overall improvement in the governance by making Ministers more hands-on approach, the sources said.

Each group comprises of nine to ten ministers with one union minister designat-

ed as a group coordinator, sources said. Developing a portal in each Minister’s office that gives updates on the performance of the Centre’s flagship schemes and policies, a dashboard for monitoring decisions made by the respective Ministers and a system to schedule meetings and managing correspondence are among the tasks assigned to these groups.

They have also been asked to create profiles of all districts, States and Ministries and develop stakeholder engagement programmes.

One of the groups has been assigned to set up a mechanism for creating a team of at least three young professionals with command over research, communication and other key areas, the sources said.

Similarly, a group has been assigned to create a portal that maintains feedback and experiences of the retiring employees, sources said.

Union Ministers Hardeep Singh Puri, Narendra Singh Tomar, Piyush Goyal, Dharmendra Pradhan, Smriti Irani, Anurag Thakur are among the Ministers who are the coordinators of their respective groups, sources said.

BAN urges govt to initiate steps on SARFAESI Act DIMAPUR, NOV 14 (NPN):

Making a strong pitch to initiate measures for clearing implementation of the SARFAESI Act 2002 in Nagaland, Business Association of Nagas (BAN) said even without the Act, banks were selectively extending loan on mortgage of landed property as primary collateral.

BAN president L Mongkum Jamir and general secretary Dr Yan Murry pointed out that though banks had extended thousands of loans with mortgaging land in Nagaland, yet very few suits have been filed for possession of the mortgaged property. They said that under the SARFAESI Act, bank issue 60 days’ notice to the defaulting borrower to repay the loan after the loan account becomes a nonperforming asset (NPA).

If the loan was not repaid, banks took only symbolic possession, while ownership and occupation remained with the borrower concerned, BAN claimed.

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): Zydus Cadila’s Covid-19 vaccine ZyCov-D, which has been cleared by India’s drug regulator for those aged 12 years and above, will only be administered to adults as of now under the government’s national anti-coronavirus vaccination programme, sources said on Sunday.

The ministry has already placed a purchase order with the Ahmedabadbased firm for one crore doses of the vaccine.

“ZyCov-D, which has been cleared by India’s drug regulator for those aged 12 years and above, will be given only to adults as of now under the national Covid D I M A P U R , N OV 1 4 vaccination drive,” an official (NPN): Nagaland’s Cosource said. vid-19 total caseload neared the 32000-mark after 19 fresh Covid positive cases were recorded on Sunday.

However, no Covid fatalifor the society in various ca- ties were reported during pacities as a politician and a the day.

Of the fresh cases, 15 social worker. He said in the demise of late Khuosatho, were from Mokokchung Nagas have lost a good and and two each in Dimapur humble leader, who was an and Tuensang, taking total inspiration to society. He ex- caseload to 31997.

India on Sunday today pressed deepest condolence to the bereaved family mem- logged 11,271 fresh Covid bers and prayed for the de- cases, taking the total caseload to 3,44,37,307. The parted soul to rest in peace.

N P C C : N a g a l a n d country also reported 285 Pradesh Congress Commit- more fatalities, pushing the tee (NPCC) president K. death count to 4,63,530.

Therie expressed shock to The daily rise in new learn about the demise of COVID infections has been Khuosatho Nyusou. below 20,000 for 37 straight (Cont’d on p-8) days.

Former MLA Khuosatho Nyusou passes away D I M A P U R , N OV 1 4 (NPN): Former legislator Khuosatho Nyusou passed away Sunday at Naga Hospital Authority Kohima. Late Khuosatho was first elected to the seventh legislative Assembly from Meluri assembly constituency in 1989 and re-elected to the ninth assembly in 1998. He was also the first post graduate from the Pochury community.

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BAN said after that, banks would initiate the process of auctioning the property. At the time of auctioning, the banks would naturally follow the laws of the land, especially regarding the eligibility of the purchaser. As such, only the eligible purchaser of land could participate in the auctioning, BAN maintained.

Thus, asserting that the question of exploitation from outside did not arise, the BAN stressed that economic progress would not happen in the State unless the government implemented a series of investor-friendly measures on economic policies whereby banks and financial institutions can extend financial assistance to the needy entrepreneurs.

BAN said banks were reluctant to take landed property as security and instead insisted from the prospective borrowers other collateral securities, which they were often unable to arrange and their loan and business ventures failed to take place.

They clarified that it was not as if that once the State government approved implementation of the SARFAESI Act in Nagaland, banks were going to extend loan just by simply mortgaging the property and that many local people would fall under dept trap or banks were going to take their land and sell it to outsiders.

According to the duo, banks generally extended loan by properly appraising the economic viability and technical feasibility of the project and insist land patta/jamabandi issued in the cadastral surveyed area.

They claimed that barring wilful defaulter, in all genuine cases banks initially extended measures of assistance to borrowers, if the loans became bad or NPA, like one time settlement (OTS), rescheduling of repayment schedules, etc.

They further claimed that banks use the mortgaged property to recover their dues only as a last resort.

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State Covid-19 Railways’ PRS service shut for caseload nears 6 hours from Nov 14 to Nov 21 32,000-mark NEW DELHI, NOV 14 mise the impact on ticketing (PTI): The Railways’ Passenger Reservation System (PRS) will shut down for six hours during the lean business hours of the night for the next seven days, as part of the national transporter’s efforts to normalise passenger services and revert back to pre-covid times in a phased manner.

The step is to enable upgradation of system data, new train numbers and other work, the railway ministry said on Sunday.

“Since a huge amount of past (old train numbers) and current passenger booking data is to be updated in all mail/express trains, this is being planned in a series of carefully calibrated steps and implemented during night hours in order to mini-

services.

“The activity will be performed starting from the intervening night of November 14 and 15 to the night of November 20 and 21, starting at 23:30 hours and ending at 0530 hrs,” it said.

During these six hours (from 23:30 to 05:30 hours) period, no PRS services like ticket reservation, current booking, cancellation, enquiry services, among others, will be available.

Besides railway personnel will ensure advance charting for the trains to start during the affected timings. Except for the PRS services, all other enquiry services, including 139 services, will continue uninterrupted, the ministry noted.

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Children’s Day celebrated

Children with their parents at the carnival on Sunday. (NP)

DIMAPUR NOV 1 4 ( N P N ) : Va r i o u s organisations including educational institutions c e l e b r a t e d C h i l d r e n’s Day by organising various programmes and competitions among the children.

Life Spring Corner: A Children’s Day carnival was organised at Life Spring Corner by its proprietor, Ben Kithan.

In an interview, Kithan stated that the carnival was organised to provide opportunity and joy to the children to celebrate the new way of life.

He further added that the profit generated from the carnival would go to the proceedings of creating a children’s park in the venue, also keeping in mind

to support and improve structures in the venue. He further aimed to make the carnival a monthly event, provided the feed backs were positive.

The carnival witnessed stalls opened by entrepreneurs, mostly new ones who came up during the pandemic. He further noted that proper government laid down SOP’s were followed, adding that all vendors were vaccinated.

(Staff Reporter) St. Mary HSS: St. Mary’s Higher Secondary School celebrated the day by organising “Fancy Dress Competition” for prenursery to class 2.

A press release by the school authorities stated that the competition was conducted virtually,

guided by their family members, while for classes three onwards, the school conducted it at the school hall.

Angel Home: Angel Home organised a programme for all children from Signal Angami village, with Fr. Thomas as chief guest, who offered God’s blessings upon all children present and encouraged them to come forward to become good citizens.

Competitions such as children group singing and drawing were organised, whereby winners received prizes.

Matri Foundation: Matri Foundation celebrated Children’s Day in Dayanand Ashram by distributing cakes and sweets to the children.

Ex-servicemen rally in Wokha

DIMAPUR: As part of outreach programme for the veterans and to educate them about benefits of ECHS, the ZSB Wokha under the aegis of ECHS cell station Hq. Zakhama organised a ESM rallycum-registration drive was in Wokha on November 12.

The programme was presided by Col Ranjit Singh OIC ECHS Cell

station Hq Zakhama.

50 ex-servicemen and Veer Nari participated in the rally.

Maj Merenwati (Retd.) OIC ECHS polyclinic Kohima, Nagaland presented a detail briefing on how to register and avail benefits of free medical and dental facilities by joining ECHS polyclinic. He encouraged

all the unregistered exservicemen of army, navy, air force and Assam Rifles across Nagaland to come forward and avail the scheme.

For any assistance pertaining to pension and welfare of ex-servicemen, details can be contacted at +91 9436586671.

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GPRN/NSCN condemns Assam Rifles action DIMAPUR: GPRN/ NSCN has expressed its strong resentment and seriously viewed the “unjustified action” against its sporting team in public space by 7 Assam Rifles personnel at New Showuba village on November 11 and 12.

In a statement, GPRN/ NSCN MIP said that as a show of solidarity and encouragement towards daring youth in the field of sports, a like-minded sporting team from NSCN with conscious mind participated in the justconcluded sport’s meet organised by Ato Area Sporting Association (AASA) at New Showuba village.

However, it alleged that troopers of 7 Assam Rifles created a nuisance by interrupting the sporting contingents in the middle of the play on November 11.

And on the following day, GPRN/NSCN claimed that the troopers led by commander of Assam Rifles

Nihokhu post forcefully halted the sporting team to participate in spite of repeated pleas made by the organiser and Ceasefire Supervisory Board (CFSB) office as well.

Clarifying that the participating team neither posed a threat to peaceful atmosphere of the area nor possessed any arms or wear military fatigues to attract Ceasefire Ground Rules (CFGRs), GPRN/ NSCN termed the arbitrary interference of 7 Assam Rifles of Nihokhu post during a civilian-organised social programme on whimsical reason citing violation of CFGRs as an act of intimidation to disrupt social harmony.

As sincerely committed to restore lasting peace and tranquillity in Nagaland, the group claimed that it had been tirelessly working for years and therefore advised security forcesto desist from such unwarranted action and adhere to agreed CFGRs.

Art & Culture informs

DIMAPUR: Department of Art and Culture has informed that it would be organizing artist corner/art fair at Kisama, coinciding with Hornbill festival from December 1, 2021.

In a press release, Art and Culture, director, Adela Moa informed that the corner would have display and sale of art work and demonstration with view to promote and sustain local artist in the profession.

In this regard, interested local artists have been requested to submit three of their art works at directorate of Art & Culture (Art Wing), latest by November 27, during office hours. For more details one may contact art wing at 98632-28670 or 98560-71776 during office hours.

ACAUT condolence DIMAPUR: ACAUT Nagaland has expressed grief over the untimely demise of Filip Wotsa a prominent journalist and president of Dimapur Press Club, who was also active member of ACAUT. In a condolence message, ACAUT media cell described late Filip as a sincere journalist and soft spoken person, who had vast experiences in the field of journalism. “He was cooperative since the inception of ACAUT, he made himself available whenever his services was needed most”, ACAUT stated. Further, ACAUT conveyed condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed for the departed soul to rest in eternal peace.

NAGALAND POST, DIMAPUR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Sumi Hoho hosts ‘Ahuna dinner’

Members of Sumi Hoho and others at the Ahuna dinner.

DIMAPUR: Sumi Hoho hosted “Ahuna dinner” at the residence of its president on November 13. According to Sumi Hoho general secretary, Dr. Vihuto Asumi, Zunheboto based officers and other administrative officers and leaders of various civil organisations were invited.

AYO, ASU sanitation drive DIMAPUR: In preparation of the yearlong golden jubilee celebration of the Angami Public Organisation (APO), the Angami Youth Organisation (AYO) and Angami Students Union ( A S U ) w i l l b e j o i n t ly initiating the sanitation drive on November 20 in Kohima and Dimapur districts.

AYO in a press statement informed that sanitation drive will focus not only on keeping the villages, towns and cities clean but also foster behavioural change in the community for healthier living.

In this regard, AYO and ASU appealed to everyone to extend their support to the movement. It also appealed to all village and ward panchayats, the business community, and all government and private institutions to sensitize their members on the importance of cleanliness and a healthy environment.

In a brief programme, Sumi Hoho president, Nikheto Jimomi delivered a brief speech and significance of Ahuna festival.

He acknowledged the officers and leaders present for their commendable services rendered to the people of the district.

Nikheto also highlighted on the ongoing “citizens good road campaign” being initiated by the Sumi Hoho.

The programme was led by Dr. Vihuto Asumi while Ahuna prayer was said by Home Evangelist, Zunheboto Town Sumi Baptist Church, Kughalu Chishi.

NEWS IN BRIEF DEO Dimapur informs: District Education Officer (DEO) Dimapur has informed all government and private schools under Dimapur that the district level science seminar 2021 would be conducted virtually on November 22, on the topic “Boosting immunitythe need of the hour: Prospect and Challenges”. All interested schools have been informed to contact 7005537286 for further information on or before November 17.

ADC Pughoboto informs: ADC Pughoboto has informed all Sub Divisional Planning and Development Board (SDPDB) members of Pughoboto, that the board meeting for November had been convened November 16, 11 am, at ADC office. All members have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

“If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.”

– Romans14 : 8

5th Death anniversary

LT. TOMBO YEpThOMI 11.02.1983 – 15.11.2016 On this day five years ago, we lost you as a son, brother and father yet memories of you will remain in our hearts forever. We miss your presence each day of our lives. Your two angels here on earth will forever remind us of you as we cherish your life in them. We hold you close within our hearts and there you will remain.

Until we meet again dearest Tombo.

Loving family dp-5474/21

IN MEMORIAM

Miss Mendinaro Longchar “THE LORD GAVE AND THE LORD HAS TAKEN AWAY” JOB : 1 : 21.

It has been a year since you left to be with our Heavenly Father. The sweet memories of you still linger, fresh and heavy, weighing us down. Our hearts still ache sharp and deep but we have resigned ourselves to God’s plan for you and for us when He called you earlier than our expectations. We find strength, comfort and joy in knowing that you are in a happy place with our Maker.

Until we meet again.

Loving Aba, Ayao, Adi Wati, Adi Lima and Relatives. dp-5482/21 K Y M C

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Born on: 12:09:1983 – Died on 12:11:2021 We, the family members of Late K. Filip Sumi wish to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us during this difficult time. Our heartfelt gratitude to many friends, family, Organisations and wellwishers who stood by us physically, spiritually, financially and in constant prayer and support.

We convey our special thanks to:  Philimi Village Council.  Philimi Students Union.  Philimi Baptist Church.  Philimi Welfare Unions.  Philimi Youth Front.  Dimapur Sumi Baptist Church.  Dimapur Sumi Baptist Church fellowship (N.B/R.B.C/D.C Court).  Sughuna Baptist Akukuhou.  Doctors & Nurses of Faith Hospital,Dimapur.  Dr. Sukhato Wotsa (M.D Faith Hospital) & Family.  Shri. H. Tovihoto Ayemi, MLA & Advisor (Power).  Mr. & Mrs Er. Picto Shohe (MLA).  Mr. & Mrs Y. Kikheto IAS (APC).  The Morung Express (Editor & Staff).  Nagaland Post, Nagaland Page, Eastern Mirror & Sumi Kukuputsa.  Press Club (Dimapur & Kohima).  Nagaland Press Association.  Western Sumi Youth Front.  Class of 1999-2000 Batch C.M.H.S Wokha  Class of 2005 Batch St. Joseph College, Jakhama.  Staff of Dept. of Land Resources Zunheboto.  Officers and staff of SIB, Dimapur .  Officers and staff of the Public Prosecutor, MKG.  Directorate of Information and Public Relations.

We regret our inability to thank each and every individual personally, but it is our prayer that God bless you abundantly.

– You came and went like a shooting star, even God wants the best – – Loving Wife, Daughter, Mummy, Papa & families. dp-5491/21 K Y M C

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WEATHER FORECAST NOVEMBER 15

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Agartala Heavy showers tapering off

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Clouds, showers around; humid 22 17

Guwahati Plenty of sunshine Imphal

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Some sun, then turning cloudy 25 14

Itanagar Not as warm with lots of sun

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Shillong

Mostly sunny

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Nice with sunshine

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Dimapur Mostly sunny and pleasant

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NAGALAND POST, DIMAPUR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Rev.Dr.Atsi Dolie speaking at the golden jubilee celebration programme of Tenyimia Church Wokha on November 14.

DIMAPUR: Tenyimia Church Wokha (TCW) celebrated its golden jubilee with the theme “Proclaim liberty throughout the land,” Leviticus 25:10, from November 13 to 14.

The speakers of the jubilee programme were president, Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC), Rev. Dr. Atsi Dolie and vice president, Nagaland Christian Revival Church (NCRC), Rev.Dr. Vevozo Khamo.

To mark the celebra-

tion, a monolith was unveiled by Rev. Dr. Atsi Dolie at the church premise on Sunday. Speaking at the golden jubilee programme, Rev. Dr. Atsi Dolie congratulated the church for reaching the milestone. He highlighted that the spiritual significance of jubilee was to have relationship with Jesus.

Lamenting on the presence of cultural bondage and practical atheism in the society, he called upon the members to proclaim

liberty and be thankful for the sacrifice Jesus has made for us.

Rev. Dr. Vezovo Khamo stated that jubilee was a time to reminiscent the past, look into present as well as the future and practices our faith more deeply. He also released a souvenir, commemorating the celebration.

Te n y i m i a C h u r c h Wokha Jubilee Choir and Bright Morning Star Children Home from Kohima presented special numbers

during the two-day event.

Convenor, Jubilee Organising Committee, Kesalhoukho Casavi extended gratitude to all the members and well wishers for their active participation and contribution in making the jubilee celebration a success.

He acknowledged the pioneers of the Tenyimia Church Wokha which was initiated in 1971, for their pivotal role in laying the foundation of the church.

Late Libemo Tungoe and his wife Tuonuo, K.C. Angami, M.Reito Iralu and his wife Metsiu were actively involved during the early years of Tenyimia Church which now have members from various denominations and Tenyimia tribes, he added.

Casavi informed that the present church site was purchased from Samuel Lotha in 1971 and the church building was dedicated in 1980. Pastor, Tenyimia Church Wokha, Kuthotso Tunyi said that it was a blessing to be a part of the historic event and thanked Almighty God for the historic celebration.

The jubilee was attended by hundreds of church leaders, well wishers, past and present Tenyimia Church members.

Leaders from Gorkha Community Dimapur visited the veteran political leader Dr. S.C Jamir at his residence at Chumukedima and congratulated him on being awarded with the Padma Bhushan for his exceptional contributions in the field of public affairs.

Jubilee choir of Khriesariiii Krotho (CYE) Christian Revival Church, Naga Hospital Colony, Kohima during its golden jubilee celebration from November 13 to 14. The speakers were Rev. Dr. Neikedozo Paphino, advisor, Nagaland Christian Revival Church, Rev. Kehoulelie Zatsu, pastor, CRC NHC and Vimedo Keyho, assistant pastor CRC Chedema Bawe.

Diezephe Christian Fellowship 25th anniversary 3 Naga women entrepreneurs receive AWE certificates

Rev. Dr. Zelhou Keyho Christian Fellowship.

DIMAPUR : Diezephe Christian Fellowship, Dimapur on Sunday celebrat-

gregation, Rev. Dr. Keyho called upon the people of Diezephe to stay united both mentally and spiritually as one.

He also exhorted the people of Diezephe to become an exemplary village in the coming days and years and to live in harmony with each other.

Meanwhile, DCF executives expressed gratitude to the guest speaker, with others at the 25th anniversary of Diezephe par ticipants, churches under Diezephe village, pioneers, sponsors and ed its 25th anniversary with Rev.Dr. Zelhou Keyho as well wishes for making general secretary Nagaland the guest speaker. the programme a grand Baptist Church Council, Addressing the con- success.

Melinda Pavek with the Jury members and the 25 selected women entrepreneurs from Northeast India with their AWE completion certificates.

DIMAPUR: Three women entrepreneurs from Nagaland were among the top 25 selected women entrepreneurs from Northeast, who were part of the US Consulate General Kolkata-led first AWE Program in India were given AWE Indian Red Cross Society, Nagaland State under the dynamic chairmanship of Abeni Lotha and general completion certificates by secretary Dr. Neiphiu Kire provided 150 hygiene kits as relief materials to the November 11 fire victims Melinda Pavek, Consul of Public Ground colony, Dimapur. Earlier on November 13, Dimapur Red Cross also provided 132 General, US, Consulate General Kolkata. kitchen stoves, one each to the affected families.

The women entrepreneurs from Nagaland included Tasang Imchen of Expression Life, Imliben Lemtur of Monalisa Business Solutions and Vishü Rita Krocha of PenThrill Publication. They have completed the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Program, funded by the US Department of State’s Bureau of Educa-

tion and Cultural Affairs.

According to a press statement, this is the first batch of AWE graduates in India with representatives from the states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya and Nagaland. They have earlier completed the Dreambuilder Course through a structured online education from the

University of Arizona’s Dreambuilder course in November 2020.

The women entrepreneurs also participated in a business pitch session.

It may be noted that the program was part of the Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), U.S. Consulate Kolkata in partnership with Shillong-based nonprofit Asian Confluence.

Neiba Kronu graces PGOF 25th celebration Open theatre inaugurated at ZPC

Correspondent

KO H I M A , N OV 1 4 (NPN): Minister of Planning and Coordination, Land Revenue and Parliamentary Affairs, Neiba Kronu graced the silver jubilee celebration of Pochury Gazetted Officer’s Forum (PGOF) on November 13 at Meluri Village Council Hall under the theme “Aspire to inspire.”

Formed in 1996 with about 20 officers then, PGOF now has 138 members.

Speaking on the occasion as the special guest, Kronu congratulated the PGOF for reaching a significant milestone of 25 years.

He encouraged the officers to stay connected to the people and emphasized that it was not only the number of officers that counts but also sincerity and honesty that matters since those that perform can transform the society.

The minister said PGOF being the enlightened body should act both K Y M C

Neiba Kronu addressing the silver jubilee celebration of Pochury Gazetted Officer’s Forum at Meluri on November 13. as the watchdog of any crucial activity that takes place at the local level and the think tank of social change and development.

He made a clarion call to PGOF and public leaders to cooperate with the government for all round development.

Also asking PGOF to actively participate in the programmes and policies of the government, the minister encouraged the fo-

rum to make an investment on human resource and strive for better management of resource – forest, land and river, all of which Pochury is blessed with.

Also attending the programme as special invitee, Yitachu MLA acknowledged the contribution of the officers.

He lauded PGOF members for bringing laurels and recognition to the tribe and further challenged

the Pochury officers to give back to the society for a progressive and inclusive growth of the Pochury community.

Earlier, a dedicatory prayer was pronounced by executive secretar y Pochury Baptist Church Council, Rev. Riimatho Nyusou.

Convenor, Planning Committee, Er. Chirhotho Rasutho chaired the programme while presidential

address was delivered by president PGOF, M. Rhovisie Nyuwi.

Er. Fineson Pojar, member, planning committee acknowledged the dignitaries and all those who were involved towards the success of the silver jubilee celebration.

Pochury Hoho president Jonpa Jurr y also shared greetings.

The celebration also witnessed special songs from Miitsa Kajiri and Rhutsomu Pfithu while folk tune was performed

by Meluri Village Women Society.

Ar. Wachusie Katiry presented general secretary report.

Earlier, marking the 25th anniversary celebrations of PGOF, men’s doubles badminton tournament was organized on November 12 with 22 participants.

Rhovisie Nyuwi and Tsewatho Nyuwi emerged as the champions while Chirhotho Rasutho and Thoshusie Katiry finished as runners- up.

T. Yangseo Sangtam inaugurating the ‘theatre-cum-cultural fiesta’.

DIMAPUR: Chairman DPDB Kiphire, T. Yangseo Sangtam, MLA inaugurated the “open theatre-cumcultural fiesta” at Zisaji Presidency College (ZPC), Kiphire on November 13.

A press release by convener, Media & Publicity Cell of ZPC stated that the open theatre was constructed under the College internal resources.

Speaking at the Cultural Fiesta 2021 as special guest, Yangseo reminded the parents on the need to educate the children on the cultural heritage of the Nagas in this advance technology stage.

While delivering the welcome address, principal of the college, Dr. Purna Chandra Mishra mentioned culture as the

“mankind’s primary adaptive mechanism and a collective programming of mind”.

Highlights of the event included traditional pageant, ethnic cuisine show, traditional fire making, pork eating competition and Zisaji Presidency College Got talent. The special guest also visited the college infrastructure.

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Day after ambush, explosives recovered in Mnp IED, CACHE OF 20 LATHOD BOMBS RECOVERED FROM TWO PLACES IN MANIPUR

IED fitted with mobile phone recovered by police in Lathod bombs recovered by Man arrested with an IED by police in Imphal East Imphal East district on Sunday police in Kakching district district on Sunday.

Correspondent IMPHAL, NOV 14: At a time, security forces across the state were on alert after Saturday’s deadly ambush, Manipur police on Sunday recovered an IED and a cache of 20 lathod bombs from two separate places.

The IED was recovered from a ‘mentally challenged’ person who was intercepted by police personnel deployed to guard the residence of a BJP MLA in Imphal East district.

Police said that police personnel deployed near the residence of MLA L Shusindro Singh at Khurai Chingangbam Leikai recovered the IED fitted with a mobile handset from

a person they stopped on suspicion around 6.30 am on Sunday.

The person who was walking along Tinsid Road was stopped by the police when he tried to hide a polythene bag he was carrying inside a big water supply pipe on the roadside near the residence of the MLA. When the police interrogated him, the person revealed that the polythene bag contained an IED. Acting swiftly, the police personnel ordered him to remove the IED from the bag and place it inside one of the big water supply pipes piled on the roadside opposite to the MLA’s residence with care. The police thereafter immediately halted

all traffic as precautionary measures and called upon bomb experts of the state police department.

It was only after the disposal squad defused the IED that the road was opened for normal traffic after around an hour.

A team of Assam Rifles troopers on patrolling duty also arrived there to assist the police.

The police arrested the person later identified as Aheibam Premchand from Khurai Sajor Leikai. Locals as well as family members said that he was a mentally challenged person.

During spot verification, he revealed that he picked up the IED placed in front of a closed Phar-

macy (Bobby Pharmacy) at Lamlong Bazar which is about two kilometer away from the MLA’s residence.

The police have registered a case against him for further investigation.

In another incident, police in Kakching district recovered a bag containing as many as 20 lathod bombs from the roadside near Yangbi Primary School under Hiyanglam police station of the district.

The police intercepted the bombs Saturday evening around 5pm when they rushed to the spot after villagers informed them about an unattended bag.

After keeping a close watch over the night, the district police called out

experts of the state police bomb detection and disposal squad on Sunday morning.

Upon checking, the bag was found to contain 20 lathod bombs, the police said.

The lathod bombs were later detonated at an open place near a buffalo farm.

Police suspect the lathod bombs were planted by militants.

The recoveries of the IED and lathod bombs came barely a day after the commanding officer (CO) of 46 Assam Rifles, his wife and son were killed along with four troopers in a deadly ambush allegedly by cadres of PLA and MNPF in interior Churachandpur district on Saturday.

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Colonel’s brother also with AR, parents just back from Mnp visit RAIPUR/ IMPHAL, NOV 14 (AGENCIES/ PTI): Colonel Viplav Tripathi’s parents had returned from visiting him in Manipur less than a week ago, reports The New Indian Express.

Subhash Tripathi (80) and wife Asha (70) had travelled from their hometown in Raigarh in east Chhattisgarh, to celebrate Diwali with the Colonel and his family, and left on November 7.

The Tripathis are wellknown in the area. Viplav’s grandfather Kishori Lal Tripathi was a part of the drafting committee of the Indian Constitution, while Subhash is a senior journalist and editor of a regional weekly based out of Raigarh. Asha is a social worker.

Friends say Viplav was humble and well-respected.

For his wedding, the Bagpipers band of the armed forces came to Raigarh to perform, they recalled.

Viplav’s uncle Rajesh Patnayak said the Assam Rifles officer hadn’t been able to get leave for Diwali.

Since his younger brother Anay is also posted in Manipur with the Assam Rifles, as a Lieutenant Colonel, Subhash and Asha had decided to go to Manipur.

On Friday night, Anay

arrived at Raigarh, driving down from Manipur on his way to Mhow, for training.

“On Saturday noon, he was with me when he got the message from his friends in the unit that his brother along with his family had

been killed,” Patnayak said.

Anay has gone back to Manipur and will be coming back with the bodies of the Colonel, his wife and son, friends said. The bodies are expected to reach by early Sunday morning.

‘Zindagi to bas apne dum pe jee jati hai’ “Zindagi to bas apne dum pe jee jati hai, doosron ke kandhe par to janaze uthte hain (you live a life with strength you have, it’s others who carry your lifeless body)”.

Abeer Tripathi, the six-year-old son of Vipul Tripathi, the Commanding Officer of Assam Rifles who was felled by insurgents, said gallantly, while standing in front of the Indian tricolour, with upturned moustache and a hat, as he played the legendary freedom fighter Bhagat Singh, probably at a school function to celebrate India’s freedom.

Abeer, whose name means the brightly coloured powder that is smeared on faces and thrown in air during Holi festivity, was felled by bullets that also left dead his father, mother Anuja, and four personnel of Assam Rifles, a border guard-

File photo of Abeer Tripathi. ing force, in Manipur on Saturday morning.

The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and the Manipur Naga People’s Front (MNPF), sent out a message congratulating those who were involved in the operation, but were contrite about the death of the child and her mother. While claiming responsibility for the attack, the insurgents said in a communication that their activists were not aware that the officer’s wife and son were in the convoy.

Assam Rifles felicitates 94-year-old PM transfers PMAY-G funds to over 1.47L beneficiaries in Tripura Padma Shri awardee Lalbiakthanga AIZAWL, NOV 14 (PTI): Ninety-four-year old journalist Lalbiakthanga Pachuau, who was awarded recently with the country’s fourth-highest civilian award Padma Shri, was felicitated

by Assam Rifles.

A brief felicitation function was held at Assam Rifles base in Aizawl’s Khatla locality on Saturday during which the war veteran turned journalist was honoured with a trophy and other rewards.

Pachuau was declared the “oldest working journalist in India” by Mizoram’s Information and Public Relations Department and Mizoram Journalists’ Association (MJA) in 2016.

Assam Rif les DIG Digvijay Singh and other Assam Rifles officers attended the event.

Pachuau was accompanied by leaders of MJA, including the organisation president Zonunsanga Khiangte.

MJA is the umbrella body of all journalists in

Lalbiakthanga Pachuau the state, which has nearly 200 members. Pachuau was named a winner of Padma Shri in 2020 on Literature and Education-Journalism along with litterateur C Kamlova (Literature and Education) from Mizoram.

Both received the award from President Ram Nath Kovind during the award ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on November 8.

Apart from Pachuau and Kamlova, social worker B Sangkhumi, who was named a winner this year, also received the Padma award from the president.

Elephant tusks seized in Bokajan, two arrested

B O K A J A N, N OV 1 4 (AGENCIES): In a major development, Dillai police foiled a bid to smuggle two elephant tusks along the interstate Assam-Nagaland border in East Karbi Anglong on Sunday. Police have also arrested two persons and seized a Bolero pick up vehicle in connection with the recovery.

As per reports, the Dillai police based on a specific information intercepted the Bolero pick up vehicle over NH36 in Dillai and recovered two elephant tusk weighing over 10 Kilograms from the vehicle. Two person identified as Mintu Karmakar and Shahjahan Ahmed have been arrested in connection. Both are resident of Jamunamukh in Hojai district.

Pachuau joined the Assam Regiment of the British Indian Army in 1945 and fought against the Japanese force for the British during the Second World War and won many military medals.

The 94-year-old had a passion for journalism even during his service and started his journalism career after his retirement in 1953 with a relatively small paper Zoram Thupuan.

Later, he started his own local daily “Zoram Tlangau”, which he has been editing since 1970.

Besides being a journalist, he was an active social worker.

He was the founder president of Mizoram Social Defence Union during the 1990s and campaigned vigorously against alcohol and drugs. Pachuau was one of the founder members of Association for Voluntary Blood Donation (AVBD), an Aizawl-based philanthropist organisation working for voluntary blood donation.

AGARTALA, NOV 14 (PTI): Anita Kuki Debbarma, a middle-aged tribal peasant woman from remote Kamalchhara hamlet in Dhalai district was visibly delighted after Prime Minister Narendra Modi transferred the first instalment of Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G) to her and some 1.47 lakh other beneficiaries from Tripura via videoconferencing on Sunday.

Anita, a widow who received the first instalment for constructing a `pucca’ (brick and mortar) house under the PMAY-G scheme, now lives in a mud house with her two minor schoolgoing children.

“I am a daily wager working in farmers’ fields.

It was my dream that one day I will have a `pucca’ house so that my children can live in comfort. Today my dream came true,” Anita told PM Modi through video conferencing.

Following Modi’s intervention, taking into account the unique geo-climatic condition of Tripura, the definition of ‘kuccha’

house has been changed specifically for the state, which has enabled a large number of beneficiaries living in ‘kuccha’ houses to get assistance to construct a ‘pucca’ house, the Prime Minister’s Office had said on Saturday.

Kadar Biya, a Muslim beneficiary from a village in the South Tripura district said, “I could never imagine that I would get money for the construction of a pucca house from the Government. My joy know no bounds”.

The Prime Minister said, his government is committed to distributing benefit schemes to people without any discrimination.

“This is Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikash, Sabka Awas.

We are trying to change the system so that people get benefits directly. The Tripura government led by Biplab Kumar Deb is working for speedy development of the state”, Modi said.

Soma Majumder, another widow from Durlavnarayan village in Sipahijala district, said that getting a `pucca’ house was

Narendra Modi her dream and with the PMAY-G, it is going to be realised. Majumder a daily wager who works under the MGNREGA scheme, and also works as a handicraft artisan, told the Prime Minister that she will not divert the money for any other purpose.

The PM said, earlier money was transferred to others, but due to direct transfer to their accounts, the beneficiaries will get the entire amount.

In this instalment, Rs 709 crore out of Rs 2,800 crore will be transferred to the bank accounts of the recipients.

Prime Minister said today’s event is an indication of the bright future ahead

for Tripura.

“Today the first instalment given under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana has given a new impetus to the dreams of Tripura.

I heartily congratulate all the people of Tripura, about one and a half lakh families who got the benefit of the first instalment”, Modi said.

The Prime Minister said the thinking that keeps Tripura poor, keeps the people of Tripura away from amenities, has no place in Tripura today.

Now the “double engine” (state and central) government is engaged in development of the state with full force and sincerity, PM Modi said.

Later addressing the gathering, PM Modi said that once upon a time the country’s North-East region felt neglected, but today the development of the country is seen with the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ and development is now considered synonymous with unity-integrity of the country.

He said, “Earlier our rivers from the northern and

western parts of the country used to come to the east, but the Ganges of development used to stop before reaching the region”.

Modi said during the freedom struggle, the tribal freedom fighters of the North-East and other parts of the country had sacrificed their lives for the country.

To respect this tradition, the country is working persistently to carry forward this legacy and the country has decided to celebrate the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda every year on November 15 as Tribal `Gaurav Diwas’ (Pride Day), the Prime Minister said.

The day will be observed with the same importance as 2nd October - Ahimsa Divas, 31st October - Unity day, 26 January Republic day, Ram Navami, Krishna Ashtami etc.

“The day will not only be a day to pay tribute to the contribution of Adivasi Samaj but will also emerge as a symbol of a harmonious society”, the Prime Minister said.

Affluent families surrender ration card in Assam ULFA(I) extends unilateral

GUWAHATI, NOV 14 ( up their ration cards in- ration cards, denying the tion System) and the NFSA AGENCIES): Responding cluded Priority Household benefits to the needy ones. (National Food Security to an appeal by the Assam (PHH) and Antyodaya We have appealed to such Act), 2013.” According to Government, 9,345 fami- Anna Yojana (AAY) ration people to surrender their records in the State Food lies comprising 36,213 ben- cardholders. To date, the ration cards. We directed and Civil Supplies Departeficiaries have surrendered state has 58,94,276 ration the deputy commission- ment, the Aadhaar seeding their ration cards in the cards issued. The number ers to verify the genuine of ration cards in the state state in the past six months of beneficiaries stands at cardholders in each fair is 1,067,519. till November 12, reports 2,51,17,073. price shop.

In the past three years, The Sentinel Assam.

Of them, 6,91,499 “The Aadhaar seeding the department cancelled Food, Civil Supplies are AAY cardholders of ration cards is likely to over 1.70 lakh bogus ration and Consumer Affairs with 28,08,301 beneficia- weed out all undeserving ra- cards. In 2018, the departMinister Ranjeet Kumar ries. And, 5,202,777 are tion cardholders in the state. ment cancelled 1,35,250 boDass had appealed to PHH cardholders with The Aadhaar seeding of ra- gus ration cards, 22,412 in the economically afflu- 2,23,08,772 beneficiaries. tion cards is an effective tool 2019 and 12,395 in 2020. In It may be mentioned ent families to give up “There are several eco- to identify bogus or ghost all, the department deleted that the demand for ivory their ration cards. The nomically stable families in ration cards issued under 1,70,057 fake ration cards and other wildlife parts beneficiaries who gave the state who are holding the PDS (Public Distribu- in the past three years. in the South East Asian countries have led to the increase in wildlife poaching activities in the Northeastern states. Recently, a team MANAS (ASSAM), NOV 14 (PTI): dishes to tourists coming to the dish in front of a customer,” Dutta of Wildlife Crime Control When their husbands decided to famed Manas National Park, known told PTI in an interview here.

Bureau had seized 12. 3 ki- forgo their dangerous life as poach- for one-horned rhino and Royal The Bodo women know their logram Pangolin scales and ers, women living in villages around Bengal Tiger, but the endeavour dishes best and no training is given 12 Tokay Gecko in Bokajan Manas National Park of Assam had initially floundered due to absence to cook the items, but lessons are on July 18. to soup up their traditional culinary of entrepreneurial skills. imparted on how much should be Earlier in January, the skills to earn for their families.

Mitali G Dutta, a culinary served, how the plates should be Dillai police had seized a The journey of these women entrepreneur, came to know about arranged and most importantly on Rhino horn meant for sale from the indigenous Bodo commu- their attempts and came forward to the pricing to make it a sustainable in Nagaland. In February, nity has become an example today help these poor women in associa- business model, she added.

2020, the Bokajan police for others. Their decision to take up tion with the World Wildlife Fund “The Forest Department helped seized a rhino horn while the job of keeping the family pot (WWF) by skilling them and helping us by providing us space at the conducting random search boiling after their husbands were them market.

Bansbari Anti-Poaching Camp. and frisking of motorcyclists brought back into the mainstream is “I was already working with There different villagers come and over NH39 in Bokajan. The now being showcased as a model by the WWF in a similar project at set up small food stalls. Initially in Bokajan police also recov- other community members.

Kaziranga National Park when they 2018-19, the model failed as there ered a pair of elephant tusks These women in and around approached me for Manas. I started was no financial support and lack from the Balipathar area of Basbari range used their traditional working with them in 2017 and began of business aptitude among the Bokajan back in 2019. culinary skills by offering Bodo with giving tips on how to present a women,” Dutta said.

Wives of Bodo poachers try culinary skills at Manas Park

ceasefire by three months

Paresh Asom GUWAHATI, NOV 14 (PTI): The proscribed ULFA (Independent) on Sunday extended its unilateral ceasefire, announced in May this year, by another three months.

In a statement to the press, the outfit’s chief Paresh Asom said the decision to extend the ceasefire by three more months has been taken for the “cause of public good”.

“The ULFA(I) will refrain from all military action during the period,” he said.

The group had announced a unilateral ceasefire for three months on May 15 in view of the ongoing pandemic. It was immediately after the new BJP-led government of Himanta Biswa Sarma had assumed office in the state on May 10, with the chief minister

urging the outfit to come forward for negotiations.

The ceasefire was extended by another three months on August 14 as the pandemic situation was yet to improve, the outfit had said. Sarma, responding to the ceasefire, had said that it will create a congenial atmosphere for peace in the state and had assured that the government will take proactive steps in initiating the peace process.

Though the ULFA(I) was not engaging in armed activities during the ceasefire period, it has been reportedly continuing with the recruitment of new members. A purported recruitment module of the outfit was busted by a joint team of the police and Army in Charaideo district on September 30.

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NAGALAND POST, DIMAPUR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2021

alliance, Congress will contest all Children face over 400 pc rise in cyber crimes Noseats in UP: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): More than 400 per cent increase in cyber crime cases committed against children was reported in 2020 in comparison to 2019, with most of them relating to publishing or transmitting of materials de picting children in sexually explicit act, according to the latest NCRB data.

To p f i v e s t a t e s repor ting cyber crimes against children are: Uttar Pradesh (170), Karnataka (144), Maharashtra (137), Kerala (107) and Odisha (71), the National Crimes Record Bureau data stated.

Among the 842 cases of online offences, 738 cases were about publishing or transmitting materials depicting children in sexually explicit act.

As the NCRB 2020 data reveals, there is a sharp rise (over 400 per cent) in cyber crimes (registered under the Information Technology Act) committed against children in comparison to the last year.

In 2019, 164 cases of cyber crimes against children were reported while in 2018, 117 cases of cyber crimes were committed against children and 79 such cases were registered in 2017.

Even though the number of cyber crime cases committed against children

in 2020 remain small, its rise from 2019 is alarming.

Puja Marwaha, CEO, CRY-Child Rights and You, said while spending more time on internet for accessing education and o t h e r c o m mu n i c a t i o n purposes, children have also become more vulnerable to multiple risks, particularly in the contexts of online sexual abuse, grooming or sexual solicitation, sexting, exposure to pornography, production and circulation o f c h i l d s ex u a l a b u s e material, cyber-bullying, online harassment and cyber-victimisation, and many other privacy-related risks.

“While there is little evidence to ascertain the scale of the impact of the e pidemic containment measures on online abuse and exploitation

of children, closure of schools and children’s increased exposure to the online space may have had serious implications on the increased online risks experienced by them,” she added.

D u r i n g t h e C ov i d pandemic, measures taken to contain the spread of the pandemic have resulted in closure of schools and movement to virtual learning environments. Children also spent more time online for entertainment, social and educational purposes, whilst not necessarily being aware of any associated risks.

According to the UNICEF report (2020), 13 per cent of children and people aged 25 years or less in South Asia accessed the internet at home. The report also states that in lowermiddle income countries

Tejashwi attacks Nitish govt over murders in Bihar

TN CM distributes flood relief

PATNA, NOV 14 (PTI): R J D l e a d e r Te j a s h w i Yadav on Sunday launched a blistering attack on the Nitish Kumar government in Bihar, accusing it of “protecting” the alleged perpetrators of a couple of high-profile murders that took place in the state in the last couple of days.

Addressing a press conference here, the leader of the opposition sought to place the government in the dock over the killing of an RTI activist cum freelance journalist in Madhubani and the husband of a district councillor in Purnea, the latter incident being blamed on the close relative of a minister. Rintu Singh, whose wife is a member of the Zila Parishad in Purnea, was shot dead by unidentified assailants on Friday night, and bereaved family members have named a nephew of minister Lesi Singh as the prime accused.

Yadav challenged the government to cull out the “call details record of Lesi Singh and the SHO of the police station concerned”, alleging that the same would point towards the involvement of the cabinet member herself.

He also blamed the “health sector mafia” in the state for the murder of Buddhinath Jha alias Avinash Jha, who had gone missing a few days ago and whose charred body was

Tejashwi Yadav

recovered from a secluded spot in Benipatti police station area of Madhubani on Friday night.

Family members of Jha have lodged an FIR, alleging that the deceased had exposed many hospitals and nursing homes running illegally in the district and that those involved in the businesses had got him kidnapped and murdered.

The RJD leader also blamed the government for the hooch tragedies that claimed more than 40 lives in West Champaran, Gopalganj, Samastipur and Muzaffarpur districts around Deepawali, alleging that illicit liquor business in the dry state was “thriving, with full support of political leaders in the ruling coalition and the administration”.

“An impartial probe into all such crimes may land all legislators of the ruling NDA behind bars.

They will end up being brought in prison vans to attend sessions of the House,” Yadav said with a rhetorical flourish.

CHENNAI, NOV 14 (PTI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin distributed flood relief to affected people in several areas and inaugurated special medical camps here on Sunday.

Continuing the flood relief initiatives and inspection of areas to drain stagnated rain water and carry out repairs, Stalin distributed relief packs that contained rice, milk, bread, biscuits, drinking water, blankets and traditional mats (‘Pai’ in Tamil-used for sleeping), to the affected people.

The Chief Minister, inaugurated special monsoon medical camps here at Nehru Mandapam area and another location and interacted with people following distribution of assistance.

Stalin also ser ved breakfast, distributed nutritional supplements to people and relief materials to destitute children of a care home, all in rain hit areas.

He also inspected an area cratered by rains and directed officials to carry out repairs immediately.

Also, he also visited Pe r ava l l u r a r e a a n d scrutinised initiatives aimed at draining flood water.

Rural Industries Minister T M Anbarasan inspected release of flood water through channels at the Ambattur Industrial Estate here.

only 14 per cent school-age children (3-17 years) have internet access at home.

However, there is no conclusive data available in the public domain to ascer tain the numbers of children accessing the inter net for education and other purposes across India, especially during the pandemic.

The UNICEF (2020) report, however, estimated that during the Covid pandemic around 37.6 million children across 16 states in India continued education through various remote learning initiatives such as online classrooms and radio programmes.

Marwaha said due to lockdown and closure of schools, limited opportunity for socialisation has also affected the psycho-social well-being of children.

“This may lead to increased loneliness, mood t o c o n d u c t d i s o r d e r s, substance abuse or anxiety disorders. And, they may be predisposed to using the internet compulsively, accessing objectionable content or simply be more vulnerable to getting bullied or abused,” she said.

Marwaha called for a need for cohesion between forums for internet governance policy and child protection on the existing

discourse on children’s digital rights.

“The Ministry o f Wo m e n a n d C h i l d Development (MWCD) has a crucial role in facilitating this discourse.

This will help in addressing the gaps in legislative and policy measures on several cyber safety issues such as criminalisation o f c y b e r b u l ly i n g a n d sexting among peers and categorisation of selfgenerated images as Child Sexual Abuse Material,” she said.

“There is limited understanding among caregivers, educators and society regarding children’s experiences with ICTs and perceived risks that they face online. There is a need to help caregivers, educators and parents to understand what children should know so as to be able appropriately and responsibly and be able to guide them.

The existing awareness building programmes lack common content focus, are fragmented and have limited outreach,” Marwaha added.

She also stressed on the need for a coordinated approach for equipping children, caregivers, teachers and the public with skills for safeguarding against online threats and being responsible digital citizens.

BULANDSHAHR, NOV 14 (AGENCIES): Congress will not align with any other party for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh assembly elections, party General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said on Sunday. Ms Vadra said the party would contest all 403 seats alone in the state, 40 per cent of which will be offered to women.

Addressing the Congress party’s ‘Pratigya Sammelan-Lakshya 2022’ in West UP’s Bulandshahr, she also said that only Congress workers will contest from the party ticket. “We will nominate only Congress workers for all seats.

If Congress has to win, it will win on its own,” she said.

Dismissing speculations of back-channel negotiations with the Akhilesh Yadav-led Samajvadi Party (SP), the 49-year-old leader said her party has been fighting alone in the state.

“Be it Covid-19 or any other crisis, it is the Congress workers that came to help people. Did SP or BSP fight for Unnao, Lakhimpur or Hathras? But we did!” she said.

Emphasising that the electoral contest can only be won by strengthening

As part of the campaign, the IMA has joined hands with the association of Physicians of India, RSSDI, Endocrine Society, and many other niche organisations.

As per the data from the 10th Edition of the IDF Diabetes Atlas, diabetes caused 6.7 million deaths in 2021, with 537 million adults (aged 20 to 79 years) around the world currently living with the condition.

T h e i r nu m b e r i s predicted to rise to 643 million by 2030 and 784 million by 2045, the statement said.

In India, more than 77 million adults are living with diabetes and researchers predict that this will increase to 134 million by 2045.

World Diabetes Day became an official United Nations Day in 2006 with the passage of United

Nation Resolution 61/225.

It is held every year on November 14 to mark the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin along with Charles Best in 1922.

The theme for World Diabetes Day 2021-23 is access to diabetes care.

Even after 100 years of the discovery of insulin, millions of people with diabetes around the world do not have access to the kind of care they need, the doctors’ body said.

Its patients require

the party at the booth level, she called upon Congress workers to bolster the booth committees. She asked party workers to be active on social media and post all party activities on various social networking platforms.

Taking a jibe at the ruling BJP, she said the saffron party has no respect for the freedom movement as its leaders did not shed blood and sweat for the country’s independence, and added that only leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and BR Ambedkar envisioned freedom for the country.

Congress had won just 7 out of the 403 assembly seats in the state in the last assembly elections. More recently, Rahul Gandhi lost his Amethi seat to BJP’s Smriti Irani in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.

Ms Vadra has been actively campaigning in the state to revive the party’s fortunes. She has been making headlines for advocating for women, farmers and religious minorities. “I want to tell the women that I will fight for them, the Congress party will fight for them,” she had said at the Gorakhpur stronghold of the state’s Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath.

Punjab BJP leaders meet Modi; seek reopening of Kartarpur corridor NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): A delegation of BJP leaders from Punjab met Prime Minister Narendra M o d i o n S u n d ay a n d requested him to reopen the Kartarpur corridor before Gurpurab.

P i l g r i m a ge t o t h e Kartarpur Sahib gurdwara was suspended in March 2020 because of the COVID-19 outbreak.

The delegation, composed of 11 leaders from Punjab, met Modi at his official residence here and conveyed the sentiments of Guru Nanak Dev ji’s devotees, BJP Punjab unit president Ashwani Sharma told PTI. G u r p u r a b, w h i c h marks the birth anniversary

of ‘Guru Nanak Dev’, will be celebrated on November 19 this year.

Sharma said the prime minister assured them that he will look into their demand.

The BJP leaders from Punjab are also expected to meet party president JP Nadda later in the day and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday.

The Kartarpur corridor links Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Pakistan, the final resting place of Sikhism founder Gur u Nanak Dev, to Dera Baba Nanak shrine in Gurdaspur district.

BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh, who was also part of the

Russia starts delivery of S-400 missile systems to India

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): Russia has started the delivery of S-400 surfaceto-air missile systems to India, according to a senior Russian official.

Russia’s Director of the Federal Service for MilitaryTechnical Cooperation (FSMTC) Dmitry Shugaev told Sputnik news that the deliveries are going as planned.

“The supplies of the S-400 air defence system to India have started and are proceeding on schedule,” he said. In October 2018, India had signed a USD 5 billion

deal with Russia to buy five units of the S-400 air defence missile systems, despite a warning from the Trump administration that going ahead with the contract may invite US sanctions.

India made the first tranche of payment of around USD 800 million to Russia for the missile systems in 2019. Following US sanctions on Turkey over the procurement of S-400 missile systems, there have been apprehensions that Washington may impose similar punitive measures on India.

BJP leaders from Punjab submit the memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Sunday. (Photo- Punjab BJP)

delegation, said the party thanked Modi for taking well-being of both Punjab leaders from Punjab also landmark initiatives for the and the Sikh community.

Army Chief Gen Naravane leaves for Israel on 5-day visit

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): Army Chief General MM Naravane on Sunday left for Israel on a five-day visit to further strengthen India’s defence and security cooperation with the Jewish state.

The visit by the Army chief comes weeks after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Defence Secretar y Ajay Kumar travelled to Israel to explore ways to boost strategic ties.

In August, then air chief marshal R K S Bhadauria had also travelled to Israel.

IMA pushes for Covid-19 vaccine for all diabetes patients

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): Noticing their vulnerabilities, IMA on Sunday demanded Covid-19 vaccination for all diabetes patients, including a third dose, if needed.

The IMA on Sunday launched a campaign for early detection and mitigation of diabetes complications with organising of walkathon, marathon, screening camps, and a social media drive.

The campaign also included research paper promotion among young doctors and an “intense” personal intervention at hospitals.

The campaign, launched on the occasion of world Diabetes Day, will run for 10 days and will aim to reach one billion people, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) said in a statement.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra at a rally at in Bulandshahr on Sunday. (Twitter)

continuous care and support to manage their condition and avoid complications, they said.

To m a k e i n s u l i n accessible, IMA’s state and local branches will set up special centres to help people get insulin therapy at appropriate times, the statement said.

The World Diabetes Day logo -- a blue circle -will be depicted by blue light and blue balloon during the campaign at all IMA branches.

Also, special sessions will be organised during the week at ‘blue corners’ to make people aware about diabetes and complications caused by it, the statement said.

According to a 2021 review, people who live in cities and metropolitan areas in India are more likely to develop diabetes

than ever before.

This is due in part to a city lifestyle that is marked by sedentariness, stress, junk food, smoking, and liquor consumption.

All these factors lead to an increase in a person’s body mass index (BMI) - a major risk factor in causing diabetes, the statement said.

Overall, women have a higher risk of developing diabetes than males, but as both groups get older, the risk decreases, it said.

Although diabetes figures are high, researchers estimate that 57 per cent of cases remain undiagnosed.

This is par ticularly concer ning, as the risk of serious complications increases when people do not take medication to control their blood sugar, it added.

The IMA campaign includes holding

programmes in both urban and rural areas to promote detection of these hidden and Pre-diabetes cases.

It also spoke about the diabetic foot, terming it a dreaded complication, and saying that 80 per cent of amputations of leg In India are due to this condition.

The association said such complications are preventable if proper care is given.

To improve dietary habits of the patients, IMA has also joined hands with the Food Safety department of government of India and propagate an ‘Eat Right campaign’.

Under it, IMA is o r g a n i s i n g a o n e - d ay training programme to teach the trainers in each state with the help of FSSAI, so that they can coach people on their diet further in their respective states.

Army Chief Gen Naravane

“General MM Naravane #COAS proceeded on a five-day visit to #Israel.

The visit aims to further strengthen strategic defence cooperation between both

countries,” the Army said in a tweet.

Officials said Gen Naravane will hold wideranging talks with the top military brass of Israel on boosting overall military cooperation between the two countries.

In reflection of growing bilateral defence ties, India and Israel on Tuesday had inked an agreement to jointly develop next-generation technologies and products such as drones, robotics, artificial intelligence and quantum computing.

Office Of the cOmmandant 20th Bn, Paktola, Sitamarhi (Bihar)-843302 no. U/89533 No.E-III/20 th Bn/SSB/CRC/PF/HC(GD)/(S.P.)/21/17780-88 Dated 27/10/2021 ShOw caUSe nOtice-ii Whereas, UIN-12170133 HC(GD) Shulossie Pojar, S/o-Sh. Retsatho, Vill-Lepaori, PO-Meluri, PS Meluri, Distt- Phek (Nagaland) PIN-797114 is overstaying after expiry of 12 days JT wef 12.08.2021 (AN) without prior permission of competent authority.

And whereas, communications directing you to assume your duties were issued at your home/leave address vide 20th Bn Office Memorandum No. E-III/20th Bn/CRC/PF/HC(GD)/S.P/21/14108-09 dated 21.08.2021 and No.E-III/20th Bn/CRC/PF/HC(GD)/S.P/21/14835 dated 01-09-2021 but you failed to assume your duties.

And whereas, a Court of Inquiry was ordered vide 20th Bn Office order No.E-III/20th Bn/CRC/PF/HC(GD)/S.P/21/ 15440-43 dated 11.09.2021 after expiry of 30 days of your absence without leave as per provisions contained under section 74(1) of SSB Act, 2007.

And whereas, on receipt of COI report, the Commandant 20th Bn after having satisfied with the opinion of the COI, made a record there under justifying your absence without leave and inventory of Govt. property in your possession.

And whereas, Apprehension Roll was issued on concerned Police Authority to apprehend you Vide letter No.E-III/20thBn/CRC/PF/ HC(GD)/S.P/21/16275 dated 23.09.2021 and letter No. E-III/20th Bn/ CRC/PF/HC(GD)/S.P/21/16711 dated 01.10.2021.

And whereas, when neither you have surrendered yourself either before the police Authority or the unit, nor you were apprehended by the concerned police, you were declared as "Deserter" Vide order No.EIII/20thBn/CRC/PF/HC(GD)/S.P/21/17172-81 dated 09.10.2021 as per provision contained under section 74/(2) of SSB Act. 2007.

And whereas, a show cause notice was served upon you vide letter No.E-III/20thBn/SSB/CRC/PF/HC(GD)/(S.P)/21/17249-57 dated 11.10.2021 for assumption of your duties within a period of 15 days after receiving a show cause notice, but you failed to assume your duties.

Now, therefore once again this notice is served upon you with the direction to resume your duties within 15 days of this notice at 20th Bn SSB Sitamarhi (Bihar), failing which you shall be dismissed from service without any prior intimation. commandant DP-5490/21

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OPINION/EDITORIAL

Nagaland Post VOL. XXXI NO. 341 DIMAPUR, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2021

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A last Mohican

t was a befitting honour for Dr.S.C.Jamir to have been awarded with the nation’s third highest civilian award- the Padma Bhushan on November 8,2021- by the President of India Ram Nath Kovind in New Delhi. Dr Jamir has been actively involved with Naga politics since 1957 and is also the only surviving member of the Naga People’s Convention(NPC), that signed the 16-Point Agreement which was the basis for creation of Nagaland as the 16th state of the Indian union in 1960. The newly formed state was officially inaugurated by India’s second president Dr.S.Radhakrishnan on December 1,1963.

Dr.Jamir was five-time chief minister of Nagaland (1980, 1982–1986, 1989–90 and 1993–2003). He is also the only Naga to have served the longest period as Governor (Goa 2004 to July 2008; Maharashtra July 19,2008-2013 and also additional charge of Gujarat in Julyh 2009; Odisha March 9,2013 to 2018). Late Dr.Hokishe Sema was the first Naga politician to be appointed as Governor(Himachal Pradesh from April 1983 to March 1986). He was elected to the Lok Sabha at the age of 30 in 1961 and went on to become parliamentary secretary to Jawaharlal Nehru and by 1961 got new assignment as union deputy minister holding charge of various portfolios such as railways, labour,relief & rehabilitation and community development & cooperation, food and agriculture. After graduating in Law from Allahabad University and at the age of 27 he plunged into politics as a member of the Naga People’s Convention(NPC). Since the late 50s Dr Jamir has had first-hand experience of the darkest days in the erstwhile Naga Hills district and Naga Hills Tuensang Area. He along with leaders of various Naga tribes, under the banner of NPC, committed themselves to ending the nightmare period when helpless Naga civilians found themselves caught between the actions of police and armed forces on one side and the Naga group on the other. Jamir has been outspoken and vocal against extortion, threats, interference in government and elections etc by armed group. He spoke openly against such activities because he believed, they were destroying people’s freedom and democratic rights besides and damaging the psyche of the people. Over and above, Jamir is perhaps the one politician in Nagaland and the chief minister, who has been living under a psychological siege against the backdrop of being the prime target of assassination.

He survived four assassination attempts, three while as chief minister and the last while as Governor of Goa, while travelling to Mokokchung on November 24,2007. It was only providence that saved his life on all occasions. Whether within or beyond the borders of Nagaland, Dr.S.C.Jamir has never shied away from openly admitting that he is an Indian citizen.

He also openly referred to India as ‘mother India’ which many choose to avoid. It is a testimony to his loyalty to the constitution and a citizen of India.

Dr.S.C.Jamir became the target of extreme vilification from foes for his political ideology. Whatever he had said and predicted have proved true and were borne out of his desire to enlighten, embolden empower people. All these go to show the quality of Dr. Jamir’s excellence in statecraft and intellect.

Dr.S.C.Jamir is a philosopher-politician, a quality that places him well ahead of his time and perhaps, like a comet, that comes rarely.

DailyDevotion Discovering Divine Design

As for me, being on the way, the Lord led me… — Genesis 24:27 We should be so one with God that we don’t need to ask continually for guidance. Sanctification means that we are made the children of God. A child’s life is normally obedient, until he chooses disobedience. But as soon as he chooses to disobey, an inherent inner conflict is produced.

On the spiritual level, inner conflict is the warning of the Spirit of God. When He warns us in this way, we must stop at once and be renewed in the spirit of our mind to discern God’s will (see Romans 12:2). If we are born again by the Spirit of God, our devotion to Him is hindered, or even stopped, by continually asking Him to guide us here and there. “…the Lord led me…” and on looking back we see the presence of an amazing design. If we are born of God we will see His guiding hand and give Him the credit.

We can all see God in exceptional things, but it requires the growth of spiritual discipline to see God in every detail. Never believe that the so-called random events of life are anything less than God’s appointed order. Be ready to discover His divine designs anywhere and everywhere.

Beware of being obsessed with consistency to your own convictions instead of being devoted to God. If you are a saint and say, “I will never do this or that,” in all probability this will be exactly what God will require of you. There was never a more inconsistent being on this earth than our Lord, but He was never inconsistent with His Father. The important consistency in a saint is not to a principle but to the divine life. It is the divine life that continually makes more and more discoveries about the divine mind. It is easier to be an excessive fanatic than it is to be consistently faithful, because God causes an amazing humbling of our religious conceit when we are faithful to Him.

Quotes

Real riches are the riches possessed inside. ~ B. C. Forbes

NAGALAND POST, DIMAPUR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Free-flow Diwali boosts sales-Lesson for oppressive G-20 I ndian economy is now moving up after certain unsavoury scenarios of note-ban, pandemic closures of activities. Gold sales are up, event bookings are rising, market has a good time during Diwali despite cumulative inflation and less intervention by the state apparatuses.

The G 20-led state controls created panic, made people dependent on government and stymied growth globally. A free flow Diwali is changing that. Sales rise 10 percent and gold demand rises to 96.2 tonnes almost the September 2019’s 101.1 tonnes in India, says World Gold Council.

According to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) sales of its 70 million members increased over Rs 72000 crore in at least 20 cities from where it could collect the data.

Some other data claim $ 1.25 trillion sale. Secretary general of CAIT Praveen Khandelwal says that for a long time people had subdued their needs because of closure of activities and the shock that demonetisation.

Now with free movement people are making their purchases freely.

Many retailers say they were apprehensive before the festival but to their surprise

despite severe rise in prices purchases are increasing. In demand were items such as earthen lamps, candles and paper mache lamps, which helped small potters, craftsmen, and handicraftsmen rake in substantial profits.

Sweets, dry fruits, footwear, watches, toys, home décor, and fashion clothing also saw huge demand.

The World Gold Council expected gold sales would recover from 35 percent below the pre-pandemic level. The demand has been more than expected. But the economy may not be as euphoric as Minister Piyush Goel is saying or as the Rs 1.3 lakh crore GST collections indicate.

The CAIT says this year sales exceeded that of 2019 – Rs 60,000 crore; Rs 50,000 crore in 2018 and Rs 43,000 crore in 2017.

The confederation says the upswing shows a rising demand trend. By March 2022, there could be another Rs 2 lakh crore sales.

The wedding season beginning mid-November is to continue the boom.

The weddings this year is expected to happen with the usual pomp and show.

Countrywide the demand for gold sales surged. Weddings are one of the biggest drivers of gold purchases in

India as bullion in the form of jewellery is an essential part of a bride’s dowry and also a popular gift from family and guests.

The gold remains the biggest financial security instrument for rural and other families. The investment is considered secure and continuously appreciating. For the bride too it is an essential part of her dowry and also sought after gift from family and guests. After two years of pandemic and severe hit to the economy due to note-ban a semblance of restoration is being noticed.

The weddings also create wealth distribution Shivaji a t va r i o u s levels. Till November-end about 25 lakh marriage celebrations are on the cards. A wedding in India involves banquet halls, caterers, various kinds of pipe bands, music system, hiring of musicians, decorations lights, ponies, priests, ornaments, garments and gifts.

At the social level different artisans and craftsmen are involved generating income for many.

It is not the Indian businesses that alone are gaining but many foreign houses and retailers are making robust sales. As per estimates till Diwali about

Rs 9,000 crore was spent on gold jewellery and silverware while traders selling packaging items marked good sales.

Online players had also seen encouraging sales.

In October, e-commerce firms saw 23 per cent yearon-year sales growth in 2021. It claimed that Flipkart Group emerged as the leader, with a 64 per cent market share.

The RBI in its last MPC meet hoped that with a better kharif production, manufacturing and services sectors hit by pandemic and note-ban would recover at a better pace.

Sarkar But it sees challenges because of global uncertainties, rising inflation, high taxes on fuel prices and uneven growth pattern of the informal sector.

The GST collections at Rs 1.3 lakh crore may not be the actual indicator because it is collected over high inflationary prices.

Overall sectoral growth is uneven. Some sections are doing well but India slips down on hunger index to 101 position from 87. As there are proposal to stop free food grain dole from December, it needs to be observed how it impacts the economy. Much of the

boost now is attributed to the free dole as people can spare some cash.

Rising energy prices, possible power crisis, semiconductor shortage and continued restrictions on shipping activities in many countries are other risks.

An unsaid is that the G-20 governments everywhere are out to intervene and control free-flowing activities as well as increasing taxes or various charges on the sly.

Despite the chances of a progressive recovery, the RBI holding on to the repo rate at 4 percent unchanged for the eighth time in a row is raising eyebrows as savings is becoming nonremunerative. In reality, the rising inflation is eroding the basic value of savings.

This is being viewed by experts as a risk to the economy. Indian economy traditionally has been growing on small savings that are now being disincentivised.

The prolonged lockdown and prior to that closure of the markets during demonetisation has destabilized the individual and social economy. The festivities were hit and the 18 crore migrant workers suffered the most. They crisscrossed on foot several thousands of kilometers,

Post-mortem Govt should take immediate action on SARFAESI Act 2002: BAN

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t is heartening to notice intense debate on the issue of SARFAESI Act 2002 with each stakeholders presenting their points of view. It is indeed a healthy democratic process that would provide enough inputs for the policy framers to consider before finalising. BAN (Business Association of Nagas) speaks on behalf of all the Naga businesspersons and strives to work in furthering their interest. Its ultimate aim is to contribute actively in transforming Nagaland into a vibrant economy.

A macroeconomic factor is an influential fiscal, natural, or geopolitical event that broadly affects a regional or national economy. The economic outputs, unemployment rates, and inflation defines the macroeconomic which tends to impact wide swaths of populations, rather than just a few select individuals. These indicators of economic performance are closely monitored by governments, businesses and consumers alike. And as we focus on the Macroeconomics of our state, it is important to look into what SARFAESI ACT 2002 will impact every single individual of the state directly and indirectly and those group or association who stands for and against SARFAESI ACT. The job market has become fully saturated with both the government and the private sector not being able to provide employment. In fact the private sector is very negligible in the state due to inability of the locals to start their own businesses. The single reason for such a pathetic economic condition is the near absence of an entrepreneurial ecosystem. Needless to say, young Naga talents are either wasting their time or are being forced to work as employees elsewhere in the mainland India. Given the right opportunity and environment, they would have set up their own economic activities leading to employment generation and wealth creation which could have been gainfully shared amongst the Nagas. Among other things, one of the primary factors of the entrepreneurial ecosystem is access to capital. With the ever-expanding economic transactions globally, thanks to the digital platforms, there needs to be a level playing field amongst all the operators in the business scene. For instance, if a businessperson across the border has access to Bank finance, we too should have the same opportunity.

Else the cost of capital will rise exorbitantly, resulting in rise in the cost of goods or service, ultimately losing out to competitors.

Although banks do many things, their primary role is to take in funds—called deposits—from those with money, pool them, and lend them to those who need funds. Banks are a financial

intermediary - an institution that operates between a depositors who lend money to the bank and a borrower who receives loan from that bank. Depositors & Borrowers can be individuals, households, financial and nonfinancial firms, or national and local governments. When banks make loans to firms, the banks will try to funnel financial capital to healthy businesses that have good prospects for repaying the loans, not to firms that are suffering losses and may be unable to repay. The perceived riskiness of the loan, given the characteristics of the borrower, such as income level and whether the local economy is performing strongly, what proportion of loans of this type will be repaid? The greater the risk that a loan will not be repaid, the less that any financial institution will pay to acquire the loan. This calls for the need for regulation. Banks can fail, just like other firms. But their failure can have broader ramifications—hurting customers, other banks, the community, and the market as a whole. Bank safety and soundness are a major public policy concern, and government policies have been designed to limit bank failures and the panic they can ignite. Regulations are therefore generally designed to limit banks’ exposures to credit, market, and liquidity risks and to overall solvency risk. Regulations also stipulate minimum levels of liquid assets for banks and prescribe stable, longer-term funding sources.

The purpose of pledging movable or immovable security with the bank is to assure of repayment and maintain accountability.

This in no way mean disposing the property. Big Project loans that entails huge employment is not possible without Collateral security. A businessperson’s intention is to create more wealth and not to squander them. The manner of operating businesses have changed over the decades and therefore policies that directly or indirectly impacts the business environment also have to change.

There is always a trade-off for any good things to happen. It is incumbent upon all the stakeholders to weigh the pros and cons, conduct cost-benefit analysis, which includes social costs and social benefits. Rather than basking in the past glory, the sustenance and the perpetuity of the future generation and creating the right avenues for their dignified living is of prime importance. Under the usual course of legal proceedings of Bank loan to both poor and rich– civil suit takes lot of time and Banks are unnecessarily entangled in the legal proceedings to auction the mortgage property where sometimes the financial implications on legal fees exceeds far more than the interest compo-

nent of the defaulting borrowers, which has been a predicament for the functioning of the Banks which ultimately effects the entire Macrosystem in the process. And in order to avoid this long pending case of defaulters and to recover the loan from the defaulting borrowers SARFAESI ACT 2002 was introduced.

Banks are reluctant to take landed property as security and instead insist from the prospective borrowers’ other collateral securities which many a times they are unable to arrange and their loan and business ventures fails to take place. It is not that once the State Govt has approved the implementation of SARFAESI Act in Nagaland, Banks are going to extend loan just by simply mortgaging the property and many local people will fall under dept trap or Banks are going to take their land and sell it to outsiders.

Banks generally extend loan by properly appraising the economic viability and technical feasibility of the project. Banks insist Land Patta/ Jamapandi issued in the cadastral surveyed area. Except to willful defaulter, in all genuine cases, if the loan goes bad i.e become NPA, Bank initially extend measures of assistance to the borrowers like one time settlement (OTS), rescheduling of repayment schedules etc and only as the last resort Banks falls upon the mortgage property to recover their dues. There are several instances where local entrepreneur has to take loan from the market with much higher interest rate than the Banks, and if they are not able to repay the entire loan in time the loaner simply locks their mortgage property without any remedial measures. This has been happening ruthlessly in our Society. What have we done about that ?

Even without SARFAESI Banks are selectively extending loan by mortgaging landed property as a primary or collateral security in Nagaland. Though Banks had extended thousands of loans by mortgaging their land in Nagaland, very few number of suit has been filed for possession of the mortgage property. Under the SARFAESI ACT 2002, Bank will issue 60 days’ notice after the accounts turn NPA(Non Performing Assets) to the defaulting borrower to repay the loan. If the loans are not repaid, Banks takes only symbolic possession, while ownership and occupation remains with the concern borrower. After that the Bank will initiate the process of auctioning the property. At the time of auctioning, the Banks will naturally follow the laws of the land especially regarding the eligibility of the purchaser. As such, only the eligible purchaser of the land could participate in the auctioning. Therefore, the question of exploitation from the outside

does not arise. Economic progress will not happen in the state unless Government implement series of investors friendly measure on economic policies, where Banks and Financial Institutions can extend financial assistance to the needy entrepreneurs.

It will help us substantiate the possibility to embrace the change by first trying to fathom the similarity of our present situation with Singapore during 1960s while Singapore was reeling under poverty and how they could make the comeback, becoming one of the leading economic power in the world. Rarely in the history of humanity has a nation traveled a path from poverty to riches so quickly or completely. How did Singapore do it ? What are the secrets to Singapore success? Till 1965, poverty was a huge problem in Singapore. The dying employment, and political, economic and racial tension being such an issue that Malaysia decided to part ways with Singapore. While we try to understand as to what help Singapore succeed in the early years, the following few factors out of many, were responsible to bring about that change.

1. Effective Government policy 2. Business friendly environment 3. Social stability in a multicultural nature.

4. Stringent rules Envisioning a great economic future for the Nagas, jolted by the way in which our world are transforming, we should be tuned towards that change that will require a paradigm shift so as to catch up with the rest of the world. While we try to understand the possibility of that adaptation, let us resolve to bring about that change not just by clinging on a rope that leads us nowhere but having to fight with all odds to bring that economic freedom for the Nagas. The Government is responsible to bring about the right policy for the State if we wish to remain significant for the stake holders in particular and the Country in general. May the right wisdom prevail, uninfluenced by any sector and let the Government take the right steps forward towards the future that will pave the way for the younger generations to live and contribute with heads held high. BAN sincerely hopes that today’s policy makers would keep in mind, while framing policies, the urgency of building a robust economy by providing avenues for younger generation to engage in activities within their native place. It is time we break free of the shackles of begging with New Delhi for running of the affairs of the state.

L Mongkum Jamir, President BAN, Dr Yan Murry, General Secretary, BAN

to reach their homes from work places in the Kerala, Andhra, Karnataka, Mumbai, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab and elsewhere.

A view emerging globally is that states’ control on people’s lives is playing havoc. It has reduced the quality of life and caused untold sufferings. The average growth before note-ban was at 8.26 percent. It went on falling to -23.9 percent and even now despite RBI claiming 9.5 percent growth, the actual remains at minus 10.5 percent.

It raises another question whether those in governments should take whimsical unilateral decision without consulting the stakeholders. It has become the norm of G20 group of countries. Should not that change?

The note-ban that had shaken the poor could not unearth black money nor contain fake currency from Pakistan. After five years, Directorate of Revenue Intelligence says that fake currency seizures reached an unprecedented high in 2020.

Strong controls and harsh steps have not helped countries. The nation must discuss how to ensure a free-flow growth instead of oppressive imposition of measures that cause scare.

A word of compliment to Padma Bushan recipent, Dr. S.C Jamir

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orthy son of Senayangba Jamir of Ungma village, Mokokchung Nagaland.

A living legend Dr. S.C Jamir, you never fail to a maze us with your extraordinary success and achievements.

Ever since you were first inducted as the union Deputy Minister under the first Prime Minister of free India, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.

Sincere congratulations and so pleased to see you one amongst the most Honourable luminaries of India to received one of the the most prestigious awards PADMA BUSHAN in the glittering splendour of Rashtrapati Bhawan.

You worked so hard and pushed your abilities to the limit to achieve this historic National recognition.

You have struggled and overcome many obstacles and challenges in your political journey to achieve this prestigious historic award. Your committed dedication and perseverance have paid off, no one deserves this more and what more could we expect from heavenly Father beyond this awesomeness.

Always supported by your beloved Soul Mate, Mrs Imkonglemla Jamir the worthy Daughter of the great hero of his time Senkalemba from Longkum village.

The living legend Dr S C Jamir, you are loved by all and sundry, admired by every Nagas. whether you’re young or older than the age you are today, it hardly matters, your popularity has been written down with golden ink in the memory of the people, it surely will profoundly spawn in the history of the Nagas for generations to come.

You are one of the most SUCCESSFUL politicians that ever lived in Nagaland and one of the best leaders the Nagas has ever seen.

A leader who fearlessly stands up for what is right under whatever circumstances, put up a fight to protect the rights for your people.

Your esteemed stature harks back to that of any other legends in the service of mankind those who have contributed and sacrificed a lot for their respective nations.

Sometimes it isn’t sufficiently appreciated what a skilled performer Dr S.C Jamir has been throughout your political career.

Nevertheless, a life time achievement recognition day at the national highest honor house is a perfect moment to proof to the world that good things come to those who are determine to sacrifice to achieve a worthwhile goal in life.

With love and pride.

N. Thomas Lotha

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

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Nehru’s birth anniv: Oppn slams Kerala rains: red alert in three districts absence of RS Chairman, LS Speaker

PATHANAMTHITTA/ IDUKKI (KER), NOV 14 (PTI): With heavy rains lashing various parts of the state since Saturday night, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday declared a red alert in central Kerala districts of Ernakulam, Idukki and Thrissur for the day.

The heavy rains led to water level in various dams in the state rising to the red alert mark, prompting the government to open one of the shutters of Cheruthoni dam of Idukki reservoir in the afternoon.

Kerala Water Resources Minister Roshy Augustine, in a Facebook post, said that in view of heavy rains in southern parts of the state, it has been decided to raise the shutters of the dam by 40 centimetres at 2.00 PM to control the rising water level there.

The water level of the Idukki reservoir at 10.00 AM was at 2398.80 feet, close to the red alert mark of 2399.03 feet.

The water level in various places along the Periyar was seen to be rising during

Red alerts have been declared for Ernakulam, Idukki and Thrissur.

the heavy rains in the morning, according to the state government.

The heavy rains inundated roads in several parts of southern Kerala, which also saw landslides in some parts.

Adding to this, the Tamil Nadu government on Sunday morning announced that the water level in the Mullaperiyar dam reached 140 feet, indi-

cating the likelihood of its shutters being also opened if the water continues to raise.

As a result, people living on both sides of the Periyar should be extra vigilant as the shutters of the dam could be opened in the next 24 hours if water level rises further and there was a possibility that excess water would overflow, the Idukki district administration said

earlier in the day.

The district administration of Pathanamthitta, which too received heavy rainfall, has advised extreme caution, especially by those living close to river banks or landslide prone areas.

It advised moving people in landslide and flood prone areas to relief camps.

Visuals on news channels showed submerged

roads in various parts of Pathanamthitta and Kollam districts, where an orange alert has been declared.

Incessant rains caused minor landslips and disruption of train services in some parts of Kerala on Saturday, prompting authorities to sound extreme caution in hilly areas, river sides and tourist centres.

The IMD on Saturday had predicted extremely heavy rains in Thiruvananthapuram, while very heavy rainfall was forecast for Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam and Idukki districts.

Thunderstorms coupled with lightning are also very likely to occur at one or two places in the state till November 16, according to the IMD. A Red alert indicates heavy to extremely heavy rains of over 20 cm in 24 hours, while Orange alert denotes very heavy rains from 6 cm to 20 cm of rains. A yellow alert means heavy rainfall between 6 to 11 cm.

Sonia Gandhi with party leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Anand Sharma, J P Agarwal and others after paying tribute to India’s first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru. (PTI)

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): The Opposition on Sunday hit out at the government over the absence of Rajya Sabha Chairman, Lok Sabha Speaker and ministers from the traditional event marking the birth anniversary of those whose portraits adorn Parliament’s Central Hall.

Congress chief Sonia Gandhi, along with other party leaders, attended the event marking the birth anniversary of India’s first prime minister Jawaharlal

Nehru.

“Extraordinary scene today in Parliament at the traditional function to mark the birth anniversary of those whose portraits adorn the Central Hall. Speaker Lok Sabha absent. Chairman Rajya Sabha absent.

Not a single Minister present. Can it get more atrocious than this?!” Congress’ chief whip in Rajya Sabha Jairam Ramesh, who attended the event, said on Twitter. Tagging Ramesh’s tweet, Trinamool Congress

leader Derek O’Brien also hit out at the government.

“Nothing surprises me anymore. This dispensation is destroying India’s great institutions, including #Parliament one day at a time,” said O’Brien in a tweet.

Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to pay tributes to Nehru on his birth anniversary.

Born in 1889, the Congress stalwart remains India’s longest-serving prime minister.

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Withdraw Kangana’s Padma Shri: DCW chief

LAKHIMPUR KHERI (UTTAR PRADESH), NOV 14 (IANS): In an interesting development, eight of the 90 key witnesses in the Lakhimpur Kheri case in which Ashish Misra, son of Union Minister of State for Home Ajay Misra Teni, is the main accused, want their police security removed.

These witnesses have written to the local administration in this regard. A total of eight people, including four farmers, were killed in the Tikunia area of Lakhimpur Kheri on October 3.

Security was provided to each of the 90 key witnesses of the case by the police after recording their statement before a magistrate on the directions of the Supreme

Court last month.

Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP), Arun Kumar Singh, who is also a member of the nine-member special investigation committee probing the incident, said, “Eight key witnesses have submitted applications wanting their security to be withdrawn citing personal reasons. Their applications will be reviewed before removing security.” The local police declined to reveal the identity of the witnesses who want their security removed.

It may be recalled that on October 3, violence erupted after an SUV mowed down four farmers near the Banbirpur village under Tikunia police circle of Lakhimpur Kheri.

Narendra Modi to inaugurate redeveloped Rly Station in MP

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the redeveloped Rani Kamlapati Railway Stati on during his visit to Madhya Pradesh on November 15, an official statement said on Sunday. He will also dedicate to the nation multiple initiatives of the railways in the state, the railway ministry said. These include the gauge converted and electrified Ujjain-Fatehabad Chandrawatiganj Broad Gauge section, third line in Bhopal-Barkhera section, gauge converted and electrified Mathela-Nimar Kheri Broad Gauge section and

electrified Guna-Gwalior section. Modi will also flag off two new MEMU trains between Ujjain-Indore and Indore-Ujjain, it said.

The redeveloped Rani Kamlapati Railway station, named after brave and fearless Queen Kamalapati of the Gond kingdom, is the first world class railway station in Madhya Pradesh.

The station, redeveloped in public private partnership (PPP) mode, has been designed as a green building with modern world class amenities which has also taken into account ease of mobility for ‘divyangjans’ (physically challenged).

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): Delhi Commission For Women (DCW) chief Swati Maliwal wrote to President Ram Nath Kovind on Sunday urging him to withdraw the Padma Shri, India’s fourth highest civilian award, bestowed on actor Kangana Ranaut for her remarks allegedly belittling the country’s Independence.

Ranaut on Thursday had kicked off a row by saying India attained “real freedom” in 2014, apparently referring to the Narendra Modi-led government assuming power, and describing the country’s Independence in 1947 as “bheek” (alms). Maliwal, in her letter, said the actor had “made certain outrageous statements disgracing the great freedom fighters of the country”. The DCW chief also demanded sedition charges against the ‘Queen’ actor. “These statements reflect her hatred for our great freedom fighters like Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh and countless others who laid down their lives for the nation! We all know that our nation got its Independence from British rule through ultimate sacrifices and martyrdom of our great freedom fighters,” she wrote.

Highlighting that Ranaut’s statements have hurt the sentiments of millions of Indians and are “seditious” in nature, she urged the president to “kindly take cognizance of the matter and withdraw the Padma Shri honour bestowed upon Ms Ranaut”.

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had come out on streets in Rajkamal Chowk area on Saturday morning. Police resorted to lathicharge to control the situation, an official earlier said. Except for medical emergencies, people are not allowed to come out of their houses in Amravati and a gathering of more than five people is not allowed, as per the police’s order. Maharashtra Home Minister Dilip Walse-Patil on Friday said marches taken out in the state to protest the violence against the Muslim community in Tripura had taken a violent turn in some places, but the situation was under control.

is around the corner in Uttar Pradesh.

“If the BJP stays in power, it (fuel price) will touch Rs 150. They are not increasing the price as election is round the corner,” he said.

“The poor are being given food grains only till the elections. They (BJP) are saying that it has been extended from Holi to Diwali,” he said, adding that if his party comes to power, food will be available round the year. Addressing a rally in the SP bastion of Azamgarh on Saturday, Shah had said that Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has rid the Purvanchal region of “mosquitoes and mafia”.

He claimed that while Modi strived to give a “corruption-free” government, SP was inducting in its fold people like Mukhtar Ansari, a don-turned-politician.

“You should tell me whether you want BJP’s JAM or SP’s JAM. These people can never work for the welfare of Uttar Pradesh.

They indulge in dividing people on the basis of caste, causing riots, appeasement, and vote-bank politics,” Shah had said.

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Amravati, Nanded, Malegaon (Nashik), Washim and Yavatmal in Maharashtra had on Friday witnessed stone-pelting during rallies taken out by some Muslim organisations protesting against the purported communal violence in Tripura.

On Saturday, a curfew was imposed in Amravati city after a mob hurled stones on shops during a bandh allegedly organised by BJP in protest against rallies taken out by members of a minority community. Hundreds of people, many of them holding saffron flags in their hands and raising slogans,

Durga Toshniwal, who is supervising the Indian team in the ongoing research, said the road infrastructure holds critical socio-economic importance for providing vital transportation services to people and commodities worldwide.

“Considering that the road condition has a direct and substantial impact on road safety, the roads need to be maintained regularly and monitored exhaustively from time to time. The conventional methods for road condition assessment involve a labour-intensive manual inspection of road surfaces,” she told PTI. “These methods fail to meet the present requirements due to the vast area of road networks to be inspected in a limited time.

Additionally, the monetary shortage restricts many local administrations from conducting the requisite inspections on time,” she added.

LUCKNOW, NOV 14 (PTI): Responding to Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s jibe against his party, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday attacked the BJP saying it stands for arrogance, lies, and inflation. Akhilesh’s response came a day after Shah’s speech in Azamgarh, in which he termed the SP as a party that stands for “Jinnah, Azam Khan and Mukhtar (Ansari)”, giving it the acronym ‘JAM’.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has in past used ‘JAM’ as a shorthand to publicise his vision of getting a ‘Jan Dhan Bank account, Aadhaar, and Mobile phone’ to every person in the country.

On Sunday, Akhilesh used the same acronym to attack the BJP. “For BJP, ‘J’ stands for ‘Jhooth’ (lie), ‘A’ stands for ‘Ahankaar(arrogance), and ‘M’ stands for ‘Mahangaai’ (inflation),” he said addressing a press conference in Kushinagar. In his address, Akhilesh criticized the BJP for rising prices of petrol and diesel across the country. He alleged the BJP is pandering to the poor only because election

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Policemen use tear gas to disperse protesters after ‘Amravati Bandh’ turns violent, in Amravati. (PTI)

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): Researchers from India and Japan are working on smartphone-based mapping of road health in both the countries to reduce the accidents caused due to damaged roads.

The joint project by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Roorkee and the University of Tokyo is aimed at developing an affordable and deployable solution for automating the monitoring of road conditions and ultimately enhancing road safety.

The team also has inputs from Alexander Mraz, a data scientist from Luxembourg in Europe.

According to road safety experts, the key to road surface condition monitoring is to detect road surface anomalies, such as potholes, cracks and bumps, which affect driving comfort and on-road safety.

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AURANGABAD, NOV 14 (PTI): Police have so far arrested 35 people in Maharashtra’s Nanded district after violence erupted there a couple of days back against recent communal violence in Tripura, officials said on Sunday. At present, the situation is peaceful in Nanded, where stones were pelted at police vans on Friday during which two police personnel had sustained injuries, they said. A senior police official said the violence took place in Vazirabad area and Deglur Naka of Nanded city and they have estimated losses worth nearly Rs one lakh.

“Four offences are registered in Nanded regarding the incident. The Nanded police have so far arrested 35 people allegedly involved in the incident. The situation is under control and peaceful as of now,” Superintendent of Police Pramod Kumar Shewale told PTI. A senior official cases were registered for various offences, including damage to public property. Various places in

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India set for historic exports high: Goyal

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday said India’s economy was witnessing a bounce back in every sphere, and the country is well on track to achieve historical highs in goods and services exports.

Goyal said India is on course to achieve USD 400 billion of merchandise exports in the current financial year ending March.

“Also, on the services (exports) side, we are well on track to go up to a USD 150 billion. So, collectively we are on track for historic goods and services exports,” he said. Inaugurating the India International Trade Fair (IITF) in Delhi, the commerce and industry minister said the country witnessed the “highest ever” FDI inflow of USD 27 billion in the first four months this fiscal, a 62 per cent jump over the same period last year.

Asserting that the world takes India as a trusted global partner in maintaining global supply chains, Goyal said despite the lockdown, India did not default on any service support to the global community. The minister also highlighted that the

Piyush Goyal government is implementing the largest vaccination drive in the world, having administered more than 110 crore doses. He said 500 crore vaccine doses will be produced next year and 5 or 6 vaccines will be made in India, including the world’s first nasal vaccine and first DNA vaccine. “India will provide vaccine security and make the world a safer place.

India will ensure that every part of the world gets equitable vaccine to get safe,” Goyal said.

The minister said India can become the world’s hub of industry and services.

The Indian industry can soar to new heights on quality, competitiveness and economies of scale.

IITF will help realise the goal of ‘Local goes Global’

and ‘Make in India for the World’, he said.

He also observed that the India Exhibition and Convention Center being developed at Pragati Maidan will be among the best in the world and will attract a lot of attention, and huge trade fairs coming up in the years to come. Referring to GST collections for October at Rs 1.3 lakh crore, he said this truly shows how quickly the economy is coming back towards normalcy.

E ve r y s t a t i s t i c - whether it is registration of employment, EPFO or ESIC -- are suggestive of rapid economic growth, the minister said. “Moody’s recently upgraded India’s sovereign rating from negative to stable again, recognising the good work that has happened,” Goyal said.

He listed five major sutras of Bharat i.e. economy, exports, infrastructure, demand and diversity.

The minister said that better infrastructure, demand for good development and diversity in growth will become the pivot of economic resurgence. Merchandise exports in April-October 2021 stood at USD 232 billion.

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Maruti Suzuki aims to drive in more CNG trims

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (PTI): Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) plans to drive in CNG trims across its product range as it remains bullish over long-term prospects of the segment amid increase in fuel prices and drop in diesel car sales, according to a senior company official.

The company, which sold around 1.62 lakh CNG cars last fiscal year, is also counting on the rapid expansion of CNG dispensing outlets across the country to bring in more CNG products.

Bullish on the expansion of the sales network, the automaker expects its CNG car sales to almost double this fiscal year over 2020-21.

“In 2021-22 we expect to sell around 3 lakh CNG units. It is when many of our models do not have CNG option right now. Out of 15 brands we sell, CNG option is available in just seven models. We are trying to bring CNG options in rest of the portfolio,” MSI Senior Executive Director (Sales and Marketing) Shashank Srivastava told PTI in an interaction.

The automaker currently leads the CNG space by a distance in the domestic market with over 85 per cent market share in the segment.

Around 1.9 lakh units with CNG powertrain were sold in the country last fiscal year with MSI alone retailing over 1.6 lakh units.

Srivastava noted that with enhanced product range, its CNG sales would further go up in the coming years. He noted that rise in registration and road taxes etc and other regulatory requirements, over the last few years have led to a gradual increase in prices of the cars.

Besides, running costs have gone up due to increase in fuel prices, he

added. “There is an issue which we have raised is the affordability of the entry-level segment. Such cars should be kept in the reach of first time buyers who are upgrading from two-wheelers.

If the passenger vehicle industry has to grow we need to support this segment,” Srivastava said.

This segment is quite price sensitive and therefore if the industry is looking at growth of the overall market, steps need to be taken to keep the acquisition cost of such cars reasonable, he noted.

“If we don’t do that the industry volumes would suffer...We can’t lower the tax part but what we can do is to bring down the running cost of the cars. Indian customers are very sensitive towards running costs of their cars.

That is where CNG cars come in, there is so much demand for CNG cars right now,” Srivastava stated.

MSI currently offers CNG trims in Alto, S-presso, WagonR, Eeco, TourS, Ertiga and Super Carry.

It is now gearing up to launch a CNG version of the recently introduced all-new Celerio as well.

Srivastava noted that CNG vehicle sales were growing as new cities were getting added to the CNG gas distribution network.

“It has touched 293 cities now from 143 locations three years ago.

Next year it may increase to over 330 cities,” he stated. There used to be only 1,400 filling stations, now the figure has crossed 3,300 mark and is slated to touch 8,700 mark in next 1.5 years, he said. By 2025, the figure is slated to touch 10,000 mark as even the government is supporting CNG because it lowers the country’s oil import bill, Srivastava noted.

Gov, Paiwang, NPCC condemn killing of AR personnel in Manipur (From p-1) “I pay homage to late Khatnei Konyak and others who sacrificed their life on the line of duty for the nation,” he said.

Paiwang conveyed deepest condolences to the bereaved family and prayed to Almighty to grant them strength and solace at this hour of grief.

Paiwang said that the cowardly attack, which took the lives of the brave soldiers and their families, was highly condemnable and cannot be condoned in any manner.

The perpetrators of such crime should be immediately brought to justice, he added.

NPCC: Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) has strongly condemned the killing of five Assam Rifles personnel, including a commanding officer, besides his wife and child, in an ambush in Churachandpur district of Manipur on Saturday.

NPCC president K Therie in a press release said killing in peace time was not only inhuman but also disgusting and frustrating.

Mentioning that all “anti-peace activities” were a result of lethargic negotiations, NPCC held Government of India (GoI) responsible “for the delay at the instance of power mongering State politics running the State government hand in glove with anti-national activities.”

He further alleged that government of India’s inability to rise above political interests to decide and implement solution effectively and to enforce the law of the land were responsible for the loss of lives. Therie said the answer to all these problems was to remove the lethargic and weak government, which was responsible for giving way to killers.

Former MLA Khuosatho Nyusou passes away

(From p-1) Therie said that late Khuosatho son of Late Lesümo, was one of the founding fathers of Chakhesang Tribe and had also served as FGN commissioner.

He also described late Khuosatho Nyusou, as a strong, upright and dependable Congress legislator, and with blessings of his father, was elected twice from 20 Meluri Assembly Constituency.

“We have lived together in difficult times. His contributions to Naga society through a career of public service will be long remembered and cherished,” Therie stated.

On his behalf and on behalf of the NPCC rank and file, Therie conveyed deepest condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed that Almighty God grant the family peace and solace through this hour of pain.

Liquor vends to open from Nov 17 in Delhi Govt may restructure role of Niti Aayog

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Sources said that the panel is ready with its report that will be submitted to the PMO for further action.

They added that the panel has come out with a clearer mandate for Niti Aayog that

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NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (IANS): The government is reviewing the performance of its think tank Niti Aayog to ascertain whether the agency is meeting its objectives for which it was created six year ago replacing the Planning Commission.

Sources said that the review is being undertaken at the behest of the prime minister’s office (PMO) that as there is a feeling that the body is not delivering as per stated objectives and may need a reset in terms of its role and responsibilities so that it could play a more proactive role on policy matters in the country.

Sources said that the review of its functioning is already on by a team of external experts under a set up called Niti Evolutionary Committee. This committee is headed by Quality Council of India

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Retail vends that will be air-conditioned will have glass doors. However, customers will not be allowed to crowd outside a vend or the pavement and buy over the counter, the policy document stated, PTI reported.

There is no clarity on this at the moment. The Delhi government order had said that prices will be ‘competitive’.

Meanwhile, the Delhi High Court on November 10 asked the Delhi government to inform it about the number of liquor brands where MRPs are fixed and those yet to be done under the Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22.

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Those who have won a zone or two have been given L-7Z or L-7V licences, which means they can engage in retail sale of Indian and foreign liquor.

There are 850 liquor vends, including 266 that are privately run, across 32 zones of the city. Starting 17 November, all of them will come under private entities.

These alcohol shops will be similar to walk-in shops in malls, where a person will be able to walk inside and pick the liquor brand of their choice.

Some of these establishments will also stock snacks and other eatables.

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NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (AGENCIES): All newlyappointed liquor retailers in Delhi will start operations from November 17, under the new excise policy.

The Delhi government has stated the following as reasons for exiting liquor retail business: Boost city’s revenue; Crackdown on liquor mafia and Improve user experience; privatelyowned liquor shops, which currently are 40 percent of the total liquor shops in Delhi, were closed from October 1 to November 16.

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NAGALAND POST, DIMAPUR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Gadhafi’s son announces Boris hails ‘big step forward’ with COP26 deal candidacy for president of Libya LONDON, NOV 14 (PTI): British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has hailed the deal struck at the end of the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow as a “big step forward” and the first-ever international agreement to “phase down” the use of coal.

Praising the hard work of COP26 President Alok Sharma – the British Indian Cabinet minister in charge of navigating the negotiations – Johnson expressed the hope that the two-weeklong summit which went into extra time over the weekend will mark the “beginning of the end of climate change”.

His statement followed an ag reement between nearly 200 countries on a final communique late on Saturday, which recognises India’s intervention for the world to “phase down” rather than “phase out” fossil fuels.

“There is still a huge amount more to do in the coming years. But today’s agreement is a big step forward and, critically, we have the first ever international agreement to phase down coal and a roadmap

Boris Johnson

to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees [Celsius],” said Johnson.

“I hope that we will look back on COP26 in Glasgow as the beginning of the end of climate change, and I will continue to work tirelessly towards that goal,” he said.

According to the impact analysis of the agreement, the central summit goal of limiting global warming to 1.5C has been kept in reach – provided countries continue to take ambitious action over the next decade.

O ve r t h e l a s t t wo weeks, tens of thousands of people from 197 countries

came together in Scotland for the talks which culminated in the ‘Glasgow Climate Pact’. It commits countries to phase down unabated use of coal, supports a just transition for developing countries and action to tackle loss and damage, and agrees a common timeframe and methodology for national commitments on emissions reductions.

India, represented by Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav, made a crucial intervention to insist on fairness and balance in the final communique.

“Developing countries have a right to their fair

share of the global carbon budget and are entitled to the responsible use of fossil fuels within this scope. In such a situation, how can anyone expect that developing countries can make promises about phasing out coal and fossil fuel subsidies (when) developing countries have still to deal with their development agendas and poverty eradication,” questioned Yadav.

China also had similar views on the subject of fossil fuels, impacting the final wording of the pact to reflect efforts to “phase down” the use of unabated coal and phase out inefficient fossil fuel subsidies, while providing targeted support to the poorest and the most vulnerable in line with national circumstances.

“On the issue of coal, for the very first time in any of these conferences, the word coal is actually reflected in the text; that is a first. Yes, of course, I would have liked to ensure that we maintained the ‘phase out’ rather than changing the wording to phase down, but on the way to phasing out you have got to phase down,” Alok Sharma told

‘Sky News’ on Sunday.

“Ultimately, we need to ensure that we continue to work on this deal and commitments. And, on the issue of coal, China and India are going to have to justify to some of the most climate vulnerable countries what happened. You heard the disappointment on the floor,” he said, insisting it overall marked a “historic agreement” worth being proud of.

Countries are now asked to return next year with a more ambitious 2030 emissions reductions target – or so-called Nationally Determined Contributions – in line with the 1.5C target.

This will be combined with a yearly political roundtable to consider a global progress report and a Leaders’ summit in 2023.

The UK government said it will continue to push for greater action on reducing emissions and supporting developing countries with finance and access to new green technology over the next year of its Conference of Parties (COP) Presidency, before Egypt takes on the mantle in November 2022.

CAIRO, NOV 14 (AP): The son and one-time heir apparent of late Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi announced Sunday his candidacy for the country’s presidential election next month, Libya’s election agency said.

Seif al-Islam, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity related to the 2011 uprising, submitted his candidacy papers in the southern town of Sabha, 650 km (400 miles) south of the capital of Tripoli, the High National Elections Commission said in a statement.

Gadhafi’s son was captured by fighters late in 2011, the year when a popular uprising toppled his father after more than 40 years in power.

Moammar Gadhafi was later killed amid the ensuing fighting that would turn into a civil war.

In a video shared by an election official, Seif al-Islam addressed the camera, saying that God will decide the right path for the country’s future. He wore spectacles and a traditional Libyan robe and turban. It

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was the first time in years that Seif al-Islam appeared in public.

Seif al-Islam was released in June 2017 after more than five years of detention. In July he told The New York Times in an interview that he was considering a run for the country’s top office. His candidacy is likely to stir controversy across the country.

Seif al-Islam is wanted by the ICC on charges of crimes against humanity allegedly committed in the first weeks of the 2011 uprising.

Libya is set to hold presidential elections on Dec 24, after years of UNled attempts to usher in a more democratic future and bring the country’s war to an end.

Following the overthrow and killing of Gadhafi, oil-rich Libya spent most of the last decade spilt between rival governments — one based in the capital, Tripoli, and the other in the eastern part of the country.

The announcement came after an international conference in Paris on Friday expressed support for holding “free, fair, inclusive and credible presidential and parliamentary elections” on Dec 24.

The long-awaited vote still faces challenges, including unresolved issues over election laws and occasional infighting among armed groups. Other obstacles include the deep rift that remains between the country’s east and west, split for years by the war, and the presence of thousands of foreign fighters and troops.

Gadhafi the dictator had eight children, most of whom played significant roles in his regime. His son Muatassim was killed at the same time Gadhafi was captured and slain.

Two other sons, Seif al-Arab and Khamis, were killed earlier in the uprising.

Japan’s former princess leaves Queen to miss war memorial 20 Indian fishermen released from Pak jail Transported to Wagah for US with commoner husband service due to sprained back border for handover on

Mako Komuro, the former Princess Mako, with commoner husband Kei Komuro leave for US.

TOKYO, NOV 14 (AP): A Japanese princess who gave up her royal status to marry her commoner college sweetheart left for New York on Sunday, as the couple pursued happiness as newlyweds and left behind a nation that has criticised their romance.

The departure of Mako Komuro, the former Princess Mako, and Kei Komuro, both 30, was carried live by major Japanese broadcasters, showing them boarding a plane amid a flurry of camera flashes at Haneda Airport in Tokyo.

Kei Komuro, a graduate of Fordham University law school, has a job at a New York law firm. He has yet to pass his bar exam,

another piece of news that local media have used to attack him, although it is common to pass after multiple attempts.

“I love Mako,” he told reporters last month after registering their marriage in Tokyo. They did so without a wedding banquet or any of the other usual celebratory rituals.

“I want to live the only life I have with the person I love,” he said.

Although Japan appears modern in many ways, values about family relations and the status of women often are seen as somewhat antiquated, rooted in feudal practices.

Such views were accentuated in the public’s reac-

Al-Jazeera says bureau chief detained by Sudanese forces KHARTOUM, NOV 14 (AP): The Qatar-based satellite news network AlJazeera said Sunday its bureau chief in Sudan was detained by security forces, a day after mass protests across the country against last month’s military coup.

The network said on Twitter that Sudanese forces raided the home of El Musalmi El Kabbashi and detained him.

The development comes after security forces fired live ammunition and tear gas Saturday to disperse protesters denouncing the military’s tightening grip on the country. The Sudan Doctors Committee said a 15-year-old protester died Sunday of gunshot wounds to his stomach and thigh, raising the death toll to six people. In a later statement, Al-Jazeera said El Kabbashi had been arrested at his home in Khartoum, the Sudanese capital. The broadcaster said it held the Sudanese military responsible for his safety.

“Al-Jazeera condemns in the strongest terms the

reprehensible actions of the military and calls on the authorities to release El Kabbashi immediately and to allow its journalists to operate unhindered, free to practice their profession without fear or intimidation,” the channel said.

Sudanese officials could not be immediately reached for comment.

Thousands of pro-democracy protesters took to the streets across Sudan on Saturday to rally against the military coup last month.

The takeover has drawn international criticism and massive protests in the streets of the capital of Khartoum and elsewhere in the country. The killings Saturday took place in Khartoum and its twin city of Omdurman.

The dead included four people killed by gunshots and one who died from being hit by a tear gas canister. The 15-year-old who died of his wounds Sunday brought to six the number of fatalities, the doctors committee said.

Several other protesters were wounded, including from gunshots, it said.

tion to the marriage. Some Japanese feel they have a say in such matters because taxpayer money supports the imperial family system.

Other princesses have married commoners and left the palace. But Mako is the first to have drawn such a public outcry, including a frenzied reaction on social media and in local tabloids.

Speculation ranged from whether the couple could afford to live in Manhattan to how much money Kei Komuro would earn and if the former princess would end up financially supporting her husband.

Mako is the niece of Emperor Naruhito, who also married a commoner, Masako. Masako often suffered mentally in the cloistered, regulated life of the imperial family. The negative media coverage surrounding Mako’s marriage gave her what palace doctors described last month as a form of traumatic stress disorder.

Former Emperor Akihito, the father of the current emperor, was the first member of the imperial family to marry a commoner. His father was the emperor under whom Japan fought in World War II.

LONDON, NOV 14 (PTI): Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II will not be attending Remembrance Sunday war memorial service due to a sprained back, Buckingham Palace announced on Sunday.

The 95-year-old monarch, who has been undertaking lighter desk-based duties on medical advice since earlier this month, had expressed her “firm intention” to be a part of the ceremony held annually at the Cenotaph in central London on the second Sunday of November, to commemorate the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women in the two World Wars and later conflicts.

However, the palace issued a statement that she had to miss the event “with great regret” and instead a wreath will be laid on her behalf by her son and heir – Charles, the Prince of Wales.

“The Queen, having sprained her back, has decided this morning with great regret that she will not be able to attend today’s Remembrance Sunday service at the Cenotaph,” read a Buckingham Palace statement. “Her Majesty is disappointed that she will miss the service,” it said.

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Prince Charles and wife Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, Prince William and wife Kate Middleton – the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will be among those representing the royal family. The Remembrance Sunday service would have been the Queen’s first official duty in public after her hospital stay last month and subsequent medical advice to rest. It is understood her back sprain is unrelated to that medical advice for her to rest and relates to a more recent injury.

The monarch – who will remain at her Windsor Castle residence – is expected to continue with her schedule of light official duties next week as planned.

Meanwhile, the Remembrance Sunday event will honour the martyrs from the World Wars, including millions of soldiers from pre-Partition India.

K A R AC H I , N OV 1 4 (PTI): Twenty Indian fishermen were released from the Landhi district jail here on Sunday after completing their four-year prison terms for allegedly fishing illegally in Pakistani waters and will be handed over to the Indian authorities at the Wagah border on Monday, a senior prison official said.

Landhi jail Superintendent Irshad Shah said the fishermen, mostly belonging to Gujarat, were released as a goodwill gesture after the Indian authorities confirmed their nationalities.

“They had served four years in jail and have been released today as a goodwill gesture by our government,” Shah said.

The Edhi Trust Foundation, a non-profit social welfare organisation, made arrangements to transport the fishermen to the Wagah border in Lahore from where they will be

Indian fishermen wait for transport to leave for their homeland after their release from jail, in Karachi. (AP)

handed over to the Indian authorities on Monday.

“We have handed them over to the Edhi Foundation which is taking care of all their travel and other expenses. They will travel to Lahore by Allama Iqbal Express train,” Shah said.

The officer said there were 588 more Indian nationals, the majority of them fishermen, who are still languishing in Landhi jail.

“We release them once we get approval from the Sindh Home Department as we got yesterday to release these 20 Indian

fishermen,” he added.

The fishermen were arrested by the Pakistan Maritime Security Force (PMSF) and handed over to the dock police for allegedly fishing illegally in Pakistani waters.

The Pakistan government had also released 20 Indian fishermen early last year and another batch of 100 Indian fishermen in April 2019 as a goodwill gesture.

Fishermen from Pakistan and India usually end up in jails after they are arrested for fishing illegally in each other’s territorial waters.

Gratitude

from unGma YimlanG KusasanGer Pusu menden On the auspicious occasion of dr. s. C. Jamir and his lady wife mrs alemla arrival from New Delhi on 10th November 2021after receiving "Padma BHusHan award", they were accorded a Grand Civic reception from Dimapur Airport to their private Residence.

The Ungma Yimlang Kusasanger Pusu Menden express our profound Gratitude and appreciation to every individuals for sparing your precious time to receive a bonafide citizen of our Village. Our special gratitude to the following in particular1. Ao Senso Telongjem Dimapur 2. Dimapur Ao Lanur Telongjem.

3. Ao Watsu Telongjem Dimapur.

4. Chumukedima Ao Senso Telongjem.

5. Naga Council Dimapur.

6. Central Naga Tribe Council.

May God Bless you All Abundantly.

On behalf of Ungma Yimlang Kusasanger Pusu Menden 1. temsuzenba longkumer aola.

2. Onentiba Jamir tatar.

3. imli imsong tatar.

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ENPO FELICITATES MR. Y.P. CHILLIO & ACKNOWLEDGES BJP LEADERSHIPS The Eastern Nagaland Peoples' Organisation (ENPO) felicitates Mr. Y.P. Chillio, former Vice President of the Organization for being appointed to the prestigious post as Non-Official Independent Director on the Board of NALCO by the Government of India.

The ENPO also extends profound gratitude to Shri Narendra Modi, Hon'ble Prime Minister of India, Shri J.P. Nadda, BJP National President, and Shri Temjen Imna Along, State BJP President for their grand policy of inclusiveness and participation as envisaged and declared in the maximum governance towards nationalism and nation-building, sound security and deliverance of positive development and progress for every corner of the country through their magnanimous and truly dynamic leadership. The BJP leadership at the Centre and State could not have made a better choice, and thereby, chosen a deserving and capable leader from the remotest corner of the state. The ENPO shall continue to anticipate and look forward to a shared future with the rest of the country, and extend our sincere congratulations and warmest wishes to Mr. Y.P. Chillio on his appointment.

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Young diabetics at greater risk of losing vision: Experts W approximately 1.1-crore people are suffering from retinal disorders in India and more alarmingly, about one in every three people living with diabetes have some degree of diabetic retinopathy, a diabetes complication that affects eyes. “With the growing incidence of diabetes, it has

been estimated that diabetic retinopathy affects one in three people with diabetes and remains the leading cause of blindness in young working-aged adults,” Dr Mahipal Sachdev, Medical Director and Chairman, Centre for Sight Group of Eye Hospital, told IANS. “Approximately 7-10

per cent of young diabetics will go on to develop diabetic retinopathy, of which 2-4 per cent will have vision threatening sequelae if not taken proper treatment.” added Dr. Aditya Sudhalkar, M.S. Ophthalmology, Consultant Vitreoretinal Surgeon.

The most common form of diabetic retinopathy is Diabetic Macular Edema (DME) which arises when the damaged blood vessels swell and flow into the macula of the retina causing visibility issues in the normal vision. According to Dr. Chaitra Jayadev, senior vitreo-retinal consultant, N a r aya n a N e t h r a l aya Eye Institute Karnataka,

studies have shown that the prevalence of DME and diabetic retinopathy is higher and more severe in young diabetics with a longer duration of diabetes.

“Diabetes in the yo u n g e r i s a d i s t i n c t pathological entity characterised by a more aggressive presentation and manifestation. An earlier onset of diabetes leads to a longer exposure to insulin resistance and hyperglycemia. This gives rise to a g reater propensity for developing long-term microvascular and macrovascular complications,” Dr. Jayadev said. Thus, screening for diabetes is of utmost

importance, even if one is “young” and has no symptoms. It becomes more crucial if one has risk factors such as family history, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, or on long term steroid medications.

Dr. Sudhalkar said that in India, there is a general reluctance towards attending clinics and nearly 25 per cent of young patients with DME come late for diagnosis. “It’s important to know, only 11 per cent of diabetic retinopathy patients can actually reverse vision threatening sequelae once they set in. The rest continue to progress even with strict glycemic control,” he noted.

(IANS)

Dance and singing competition in commemoration of Children’s Day

Pooja Film Production released its 98th movie, titled “Innocent movie-2”, starring Ajung Phom and Asen Longkumer. The movie was launched by entrepreneur, Mughaboto Nekha, at Tourist Lodge, Dimapur on November 14. The movie is based on biblical teachings, focussing on youths engaged in immoral activities. The movie takes place at Jakhama, Kohima. (NP)

FELICITATION

The Yehemi Community Dimapur (YCD) extends its heartiest congratulations to Mrs. Veronica Yeptho, wife of Shri. Yezato Swu, daughter of Shri. Vihoto Yeptho on being promoted/elevated to the post of SDAO, Agriculture Department, Government of Nagaland.

The Yehemi Community is overjoyed at your exemplary achievement and we further believe that your successes will continue to inspire the young and old to aspire for greater heights and we wish the best in all your future endeavors.

(Er. Ahoto Aye) Chairman Yehemi Community Dimapur

(V Shikiho Ayemi) Secretary Yehemi Community Dimapur

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ith a whopping 77 million people in India living with diabetes, a simultaneous and sharp rise has been observed in the prevalence of diabetesrelated preventable vision loss, particularly among the young people, say experts.

Diabetic retinopathy is a chronic, progressive retinal disease that is a leading cause of vision impairment in today’s young adults, working population. It’s of major concern among children suffering from juvenile diabetes (Type-1 diabetes) and especially if they have had diabetes for over 10 years.

It is estimated that

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Winners and participants of the singing competition on Sunday.

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ance and singing competition in commemoration of Children’s Day was organized by Childline, Dimapur in collaboration with District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Christian Higher Secondary School and Child Friendly D i m a p u r , A I DA o n November 14 at Christian Higher Secondary School, Covenant Hall, Dimapur.

The winner from age group 4-12 in singing competition was Catherine; runners-up was Jentiya and consolation prizes were

given to Atokali, Illia and Vetili. The winner from age group 13-18 in singing competition was Polina, runners-up was bagged by Kherila and consolation p r i z e s w e r e g i ve n t o Tiamongba, Lusuinei and Temsuchiba The dance competition had to be postponed due to shortage of time.

The programme was graced by SDO Hotolu, DCP Dimapur Zone-II, Munesh IPS, Lino Awomi, Sunep Lemtur, Eva Jamir, Nungshitula Pongener and attended by nearly

500 people from across Dimapur.

The programme was chaired by coordinator C h i l d l i n e , D i m a p u r, Lozua Kape; invocation was pronounced by pastor Central Christian Revival Church, Vizovolie Sorhie; welcome address by coordinator Child Friendly Dimapur, AIDA, Katia Chakre; short speeches were delivered by SDO Hotolu and DCP Dimapur, Zone-II, Munesh IPS while special songs were presented by Lino Awomi, Sunep Lemtur and Nungshitula Pongener.

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I, Shri Khezheto Rochill and family, would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our Almighty God for guiding me through the last 25 years of my Gaonbura Ship at East Police Colony, Dimapur. I also convey my gratitude to all the Colony Elders/Council Members for supporting me through all those years. I wish that our Good Lord bless us with more wisdom and health to work for the colony in days to come.

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NAGALAND POST, DIMAPUR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2021

State level dead lift competition held 35th edition of Ato area sports meet concludes

D I M A P U R , N OV 1 4 (NPN): Under the aegis of the Nagaland Strongman & Fitness Association (NSFA) a state level first class ‘Dead Lift’ competition was held on November 13 at Ciekhan Fitness Gym, Kohima witnessing with a mega house packed. Altogether 38 participants from 13 Gyms across the state of Nagaland took part in the day-long event.

A press release issued

by NSFA general secretary, Vechita Khesoh stated that Zhokventi Tsongs of Kayina Gym was crowned as the champion under 60 Kg category while Dapa Domeh of Zumu Gym stood runner-up.

Zhopao Movi of Zumu Gym Kohima was the champion under 70 Kg category with a stunning lift of 190 Kgs while, Vecibu Rhakho was the runner up.

The current National Gold medallist and defending Cross Fit Champion of Nagaland, Vizobeilie Punyu of Glex Appeal Gym, Kohima was crowned as the champion under 80 Kg

Winners and organizers after the prize distribution ceremony at Ciekhan Fitness Gym, Kohima on November 13.

category by lifting 240 Kgs while Mukhesh Kumar Das of Universal Gym, Dimapur lifted 200 Kgs to bag the runner-up title.

Ke k h r i e s e t u o M e chulho of Ciekhan Fitness Gym, Kohima lifted a whopping of 240 Kgs to set an easy win under 90 Kg category while Pelesetso Khate of The Home Gym, Dimapur lifted 220 Kgs and decorated with runner-up title.

The reigning Nagaland Wrestling Association Champion, Venuzo Dawhuo of Chisel Gym, Kohima lifted 245 Kgs under 100 Kg category and lifted the champion title.

Under 100+ Kg category, Tsuknungakum Jamir of Flex Appeal Gym, Kohima witnessed a breathtaking lift who set the highest day record of the event by lifting 250 Kgs to win the champion title while young

One-day children penalty shootout in Zunheboto

star Kevidi Linyu AKA Panda of Amplified Gym, Kohima, who is just 16 years of age lifted 225 Kgs to win the runner-up title.

Meanwhile, Zhopao Movi of Zumu Gym, Kohima, an upcoming star was awarded the Best Lifter title of the event.

All the winners were accorded with cash prizes along with citations. The day event was sponsored by Mez & Co and PHED.

D I M A P U R , N OV 1 4 (NPN): The 35th edition of Ato Area Sports Association hosted by Loyir village (New Showuba) concluded on November 13. The closing ceremony of the week-long event that was held under the theme “unity through sports” was graced by Western Sumi Sports Association president, Vikuto Zhimo as the guest of honour Hozukhe village team lifted GBs’ Trophy (Football) by defeating Toshiho village team in the final match. Along with champion and runners-up, two semi-finalists Loyir and S. Hetoyi were also awarded cash prizes.

Multiple hattrick were scored during the course of the tournament where Akum of S. Hetoyi team who won highest scorer award for his personal tally of 10 goals scored hattrick on two occasions. Dilo Koza of Loyir team, Hito of Khehoi team and Kinito of Hozukhe team were other players who scored hattrick.

Best player award was bagged by Kakishe of Hozukhe team while best de-

Guest of honour Vikuto Zhimo, AASA officials and winners at Loyir Village on Saturday.

fender and best goalkeeper award went to Tokato and Kiyeka of Toshiho team.

The guest of honour also gave the trophies besides de-hoisting the association’s flag to mark the end of event.

Speaking on the occasion, guest of honour said that there is no dearth of talent amongst the youngsters who can bring name and fame for Nagaland state and called upon the society in general to collaborate with the government agencies to nurture and promote young talents of the state in the field of games and sports.

WSSA president also encouraged the sportsmen and women to have utmost

discipline and commitment if they want to be successful sports person.

AASA advisor, Kaviho Yeptho acknowledged the presence of dignitaries gracing the closing ceremony; president AASA, Vito Z. Sumi proposed vote of thanks, pastor of Loyir Baptist Church, Kiujim Yimchunger pronounced the benediction while head GB Hozukhe village, Sheyipu Zhimo, welcomed to host association’s next annual event at Hozukhe village.

32nd Lt. Nikhekhu & Lt. N. Yihoto Zhimo Memorial Volleyball Trophy (Men/Women): Men’s champion Loyir team; runners-up

- Nighakhu team; Best setter - Benjamin of Sukhato team; best spiker - Hokto of Loyir.

Women’s champion Loyir A team; runners-up - Hozukhe team; best player - Neojila of Loyir team.

7th Lt. Shekuto Süü Memorial Badminton Trophy (Men/Women): Men’s champion - S. Hetoyi team and runnersup - Toshiho team. Best player - Awoka Awomi of Toshiho.

Women’s champion Loyir A team and runner-up - Khehoi team. Best playerIkali A Awomi of Loyir.

Nikhekhu village team was awarded the best disciplined team of the meet.

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DCPU Zunheboto, DCPO Rita Rutsa, PO Kito Ayemi along with participants of oneday children penalty shootout in Zunheboto on November 14.

D I M A P U R , N OV 1 4 (AGENCIES): The District Child Protection Unit, Zunheboto, department of Social Welfare, Nagaland organised a one-day children penalty shootout

competition celebrating Children’s Day on November 14 at public ground, Zunheboto.

The participating teams were categorised into senior (14-18 yrs)

and junior (8-13 yrs) according to their respective age groups. The winners, runners-up and the best goalkeeper in both the categories were awarded with cash prizes and certificates.

21/05/1981 – 15/11/2020 It's been a year since you left us to be with our Lord. There is not a single day when we haven't missed your presence and your warmth around us. Every day we are reminded of what we lost and try to make peace with it. You are missed.

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Laxman finally agrees to head NCA: Sources

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (IANS): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has managed to convince former cricketer VVS Laxman to head the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru, sources said.

After Rahul Dravid took over the post of Indian team’s head coach, there were reports that Laxman might be appointed as a new head of NCA. However, later it was said that the former batter “is uninterested”. But now he is ready to take the charge after the BCCI

16th August 1952 – 15th November 2020 A year has passed since you left us to be with our Heavenly Father but the memories you left behind remain fresh in our hearts.

WE SHALL LIVE EVERYDAY WITH THE LOVE AND CARE YOU LEFT US WITH. WE SHALL LIVE EACH DAY WITH YOUR WORDS AS OUR LIGHT AND GUIDANCE. A man who lived well and loved by all.

A life that testify miracle through faith.

We miss you everyday.

Loving Wife, Children and In-laws.

officials held a meeting with him in Dubai.

“There were some issues and it has been sorted out. The board wanted him to take the reponsibility and he is the right man to come in place of Dravid,” sources said. It is also learnt that Laxman has also agreed to leave the lucrative commentary career for the NCA. “Laxman is currently mentor of IPL team Sunrisers Hyderabad, apart from being a commentator and cricket analyst. And he will leave it all for NCA now.”

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LAte tekAroNgbA JAmir

Born 22.08.1947 – Died 15.11.2020

A year doesn't seems like such a long time but without you here has it felt like eternity.

Not a day goes by we don't long to have you back.

As each day passes we miss you more and more.

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AcknoWLedgemenT “The pain passes, but the beauty remains” - Pierre Auguste Renoir Late T. Imti Walling (dibuia)

From Loving wife, son, daughters and grandchildren.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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Born: 16.07.1933

T. CHUMDEMO OVUNG We, the family members of Mr. T Chumdemo Ovung would like to render our inexpressible heartfelt thanksgiving and gratitude towards all who have joined hands in saving his life on January 26th 2021 during the unfortunate accident. We are forever grateful to God and to you all because of your prayers and contributions he is alive and sound today. Even in the days to come we still need your prayers as we undergo for more medical treatments.

It is impossible to express and thank everyone individually nevertheless, we would like to specially thank to all the individuals and groups who have contributed through financial support, medical assistance, blood donations, physical presence, spiritual support and everyone whoever had help us in anyway.

In return we have nothing to repay you but it is our fervent prayer that our Almighty God will bless you all.

Thank you.

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Died: 09.11.2021

This is to say ‘A Big Thank You’ to everyone who shared our cups of sorrow during the brief illness and demise of our beloved father - Late T. Imti Walling. He received his eternal home call on 09-11-2021 in Nuton Bosti, Dimapur after having lived a blissful life of 89 years. As we recall his life on this temporal earth, we find him as an upright and kind hearted father, whose words of wisdom and legacy will ever be cherished.

Through this column we wish to record our heartfelt thanks to all the people from far and near who shared our grief and supported us in various forms.

We would like to extend our special thanks to a few individuals and organizations: 1. Dimapur Ao Baptist Arogo, 2. Nuton Bosti Ao Khel Council, Dimapur, 3. Director, Officers and Staff of S.I.R.D., Kohima, Nagaland, 4. Jorhat Ao Baptist Arogo, 5. Dorians Society of Dimapur, 6. Dimapur Ao Pensioners’ Telongjem, 7. Jangpetkong Senso Telongjem, Dimapur, 8. Dimapur Dibuia Senso Telongjem, 9. Dimapur Dibuiatsur Telongjem, 10. Dimapur Dibuia Fellowship, 11. Dimapur Dibuia Students’ Union, 12. Dibuia Walling Kidong, Dimapur, 13. Kohima Dibuia Senso Telongjem, and 14. Dr. Akumnaro Jamir and her team in Faith Hospital, Dimapur.

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SPORTS

Australia trash NZ to win maiden T20 WC title

DUBAI, NOV 14 (PTI): An injury-ravaged Mitchell Marsh finally found his night of reckoning and glory as he led Australia to their maiden T20 World Cup title with his stroke-filled 77 that fashioned his team’s comfortable eight- wicket win over New Zealand, here on Sunday.

A target of 173 in a global final is never easy but Marsh with his power and reach made it look like a walk in the park in company of David Warner (53 off 38 balls), who also turned the wheels of fortune for himself and his team during a victory, achieved in 18.5 overs.

Marsh, a man of immense potential, who has never really done justice to his enormous talent, lit the Dubai’s skyline with some ruthless stroke-play and it was one such night when Kane Williamson’s touch of class was left in the shadow.

It’s never the great feeling to watch Williamson as a ‘tragic hero’ but even in defeat, the graceful Black Caps skipper would doff his hat for Marsh, who became Australia’s ‘Man for the Job’, having been promoted to number three for this tournament. There were twitched eyebrows for the better part but no more after the ‘Super Sunday’. It was a

knew that New Zealand will again have to come second best in this Trans-Tasman battle. Put into bat, Williamson was brutal and artistic during his beautifully crafted knock of 85, which took New Zealand to a competitive 172 for four.

New Zealand literally struggled in the first 10 overs with Martin Guptill’s painful 28 off 35 balls slowing the proceedings.

Williamson made the stage his own own with a grace of a ‘ballet dancer’ hitting 10 fours and three sixes in his 47-ball knock.

In the last 10 overs, New Zealand scored an astounding 115 runs to make a match of the ‘Grand Finale’. Williamson shifted gears with such ease that it was a treat to watch him play. The first 16 deliveries that he faced fetched him only 15 runs as Adam Zampa was back then in the midst of a good spell while Guptill’s scratchy form also affected the skipper.

Brief scores: New Zealand 172/4 in 20 overs (Kane Williamson 85, Martin Guptill 28, Josh Hazlewood 3-16, Adam Zampa 1-26) lost to Australia 173/2 in 18.5 overs (Mitchell Marsh 77 not out, David Warner 53, Trent Boult 2-6) by eight wickets

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Djokovic chasing another slice of history and Roger Federer’s record at ATP Finals

TURIN, NOV 14 (IANS): Novak Djokovic, the top seed from Serbia, is chasing another slice of history while second seed, Russia’s Daniil Medvedev, will be looking to defend the trophy he won in London last year when the season-finale Nitto ATP Finals commences here later on Sunday.

Djokovic, who has already secured a recordbreaking seventh year-end No. 1 finish in the ATP Rankings en route to his sixth Paris Masters title recently, has his sights set on levelling Swiss ace Roger Federer’s record six ATP Finals titles. The Serbian has clinched the season finale five times -- 2008 Shanghai, and 2012-2015 in London -- and would be looking to go into the new season on the high of winning a record-equalling sixth ATP Finals title.

Medvedev, after an inauspicious debut at London’s The O2 arena in 2019, went on a winning spree last year, defeating five straight top-10 opponents for the ATP Finals trophy. Victories over No. 1 Djokovic, No. 2 Rafael Nadal of Spain and No. 3 Dominic Thiem of Austria made the Russian the first man to defeat the

Novak Djokovic

world’s top-three players in the tournament’s history.

The 25-year-old, who rose to a career-high No. 2 in the ATP Rankings with victory in Marseille in March, won the ATP Cup with Russia, and added further titles in Mallorca and Toronto before he lifted his maiden major trophy at the US Open, defeating Djokovic.

Among the other top contenders, Germany’s Alexander Zverev boasts more match wins than any of his peers since Wimbledon (282), picking up the Tokyo Olympics gold, as well as a Masters 1000 trophy in Cincinnati and an ATP 500 in Vienna to add to his trophies from earlier in the season in Madrid and Acapulco, according to atptour.com. Three years ago in London, the Ger-

man became the youngest ATP Finals champion since Djokovic a decade earlier, defeating Federer and the Serbian back-to-back for the trophy.

Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas has endured somewhat of a lean spell and is focused on a return to form at an event he has won before. The world No. 4 captured the trophy on debut two years ago with victory over Thiem in the final.

Home hope Matteo Berrettini has qualified for the season finale once before, in 2019 London. With the tournament shifting to Turin, Berrettini will bid to finish 2021 on a high before a home crowd at the Pala Alpitour. The 25-year-old made his first Grand Slam final at Wimbledon where he lost to Djokovic.

Delhi FC lifts inaugural Futsal Club C’ship Taylor guides West Indies women to six-wicket win over Pakistan

Bottas takes pole in Brazil as Hamilton rallies

NEW DELHI, NOV 14 (IANS): Delhi FC emerged champions of the inaugural edition of the Futsal Club Championship defeating Kolkata giants Mohammedan Sporting 7-2 at at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium here.

Delhi captain Nikhil Mali was the star performer as he netted five goals, bringing his overall tournament tally to 28 goals. Mali has scored at least three goals in every match in the Championship.

Delhi FC was on the charge right from the start.

In the very first minute, Mali tested Mihir Sawant with a ferocious shot at his near post, but the Mohammedan SC goalkeeper was able to parry the ball away.

Soon after, Delhi FC opened the scoring as Peka put the ball into the back of the net, curling it into the top-left corner, beating the goalkeeper all ends up.

Both teams kept pressing high in the initial stages, and as a result, neither side could settle down and gain a firm foothold. Delhi FC kept coming at the Mohammedan goal but the side from Kolkata was able to keep them at bay.

Jayesh Sutar made a big impact on the game for

Australia’s captain Aaron Finch raises the trophy with his teammates after they won the Cricket Twenty20 World Cup final match. (AP/PTI)

night when brute power defeated sheer artistry. Marsh hit six fours and four sixes, including a couple off monster ones off Ish Sodhi’s (0/40 in 3 overs) bowling.

One was a slog sweep and the second was a straight one down the ground.

Marsh, who took 50 balls for his knock, also ensured that Justin Langer got some breathing space ahead of the big Ashes after a tumultuous year at the helm.

And for all the sceptics, who believe T20 cricket only needs short-format

specialist, Australia won their first title with five Test specialists -- three pacers Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood -along with Warner and Steve Smith in the side.

After five ODI World Cup titles, Australia finally exorcised the ghosts and in the most professional manner under a cool but underrated skipper Aaron Finch.

Warner, who was humiliated at this very venue by an Indian IPL franchise, who made him sit in the gallery with a flag in hand,

played his part in their stand of 92 in just under 10 overs.

It was a tournament where War ner made a comeback after being down in dungeons for a very long time and showed the world that one should never mess with champions’ egos.

Unlike New Zealand, who wasted the first 10, Marsh started the counter attack within the Powerplay as he took apart Adam Milne with a six, four and four to set the tone.

When Warner played the ‘slap’ shot off Sodhi, one

Delhi FC celebrates after winning the inaugural edition of the Futsal Club Championship.

Mohammedan when he came on, as he kept Mali relatively quiet on one end and acted as a launch-pad for the attacks that his side tried to string together.

Delhi FC have been a free-flowing attacking team in this tournament, but Scott Moraes has been a huge asset for the team in the goal as well.

Jayesh Sutar was the man who created the first real chance of the game for Mohammedan, when his shot took a deflection off a defender. However, Moraes reacted brilliantly to parry the ball away. He produced a miraculous

double-save as well, this time denying Sherman Vaz in the process.

The Black Panthers pulled level on the 12-minute mark. Jayesh Sutar saw that Scott Moraes was off his line and scored via an audacious chip from his own half. The joy did not last long for Mohammedan SC though, as Nikhil Mali scored his 20th goal of the tournament, giving his side the lead moments before the half-time whistle.

The second half promised to be another humdinger of an affair, as the tie hung in the balance, although Delhi had a slen-

der lead.

It delivered on the promise as neither side gave any space to their opponents in attack. In the 26th minute, Delhi FC got the insurance goal that they were looking for. Rohit Mulchandani smashed the ball into the back of the net with sheer power after Mali laid it into his path from a free-kick.

After that, it was a comfortable ride for Delhi FC as confidence rose with each passing second. Mali scored his second goal of the game in the 28th minute, making it 4-1 for the capital side.

K A R AC H I , N OV 1 4 (PTI): Riding on an unbeaten 102 from skipper Stefanie Taylor, the West Indies women’s team beat Pakistan by six wickets to complete a whitewash in the three-match ODI series at the National Stadium here on Sunday.

Set 226 to win, the visitors recovered from 15 for 3 in the fifth over to reach the target for the loss of four wickets in 44 overs.

Taylor then shared a fifth wicket stand of 128 runs with Chedian Nation 51 not out to set up a comfortable win.

West Indies had also won the first two ODIs at the same venue in comfortable fashion with Deandra Dottin scoring a hundred in the first match.

Pakistan batting first could manage just 225 runs after skipper Javaria Khan was run out for the second time in the series.

Javaria, the team’s most experienced batter, could manage only 13 but opener, Muneeba Ali made a solid 58 from 88 balls with eight fours.

Once she was dismissed only Aliya Riaz

West Indies women’s skippers Stefanie Taylor bats during the ODI series against Pakistan in Karachi.

(44 from 57 balls) and Omaima Sohail (27) and Erum Javed (26) were able to make worthwhile contributions.

For the visitors, Shakera Selman and Aaliyah Alleyne took two wickets apiece.

Left ar m spinner, Anam Amin and pacer Diana Baig sent back the first three visiting batsmen cheaply but then Stefanie Taylor batted beautifully

in her 117 balls innings, hitting 12 fours while Chedian stroked seven fours in her quick innings.

Allrounder Hayley Matthews also made an important 49 runs.

The ODI series is part of preparations for the ICC qualifiers being held in Zimbabwe from where both teams need to qualify for next year’s World Cup. Both teams depart tonight for Harare.

SAO PAULO, NOV 14 (IANS): Mercedes driver Valtteri Bottas will begin the Sao Paulo Formula One Grand Prix in pole position after edging out Red Bull’s Max Verstappen in the sprint race on Sunday morning (IST).

Bottas completed the 24-lap dash at Interlagos in 29 minutes and 9.559 seconds, 1.170 seconds ahead of championship leader Verstappen. Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz was third fastest, more than 18 seconds off the pace.

Lewis Hamilton, who began last on the grid after his Mercedes failed a technical inspection, charged through the field to finish fifth. A separate five-place penalty for an engine change means the seven-time world champion will start 10th in the Sunday evening race.

“I honestly had no idea what was possible. I didn’t set a limit or a maximum,” the 36-year-old Briton said after overtaking 15 rivals in a sublime drive that drew raucous cheers from the appreciative Brazilian fans.

“Then all of a sudden I was chipping away at it much faster...you can’t give up, you’ve just got to keep pushing.”

France and Belgium win to reach World Cup; Dutch slip to draw PARIS, NOV 14 (AP): While Kylian Mbappe’s four goals in an 8-0 rout of Kazakhstan ensured defending champion France reached next year’s World Cup along with victorious Belgium, the Netherlands failed to join them after conceding two late goals.

Belgium was less spectacular beating Estonia 3-1 at home but has an unassailable five point-lead over second-place Wales, which beat Belarus 5-1 in Cardiff and has a three-point lead over the Czech Republic for a playoff spot.

After missing out on the last World Cup, the Dutch looked set to go through after leading 2-0 at Montenegro with goals from Memphis Depay.

Ye t M o n t e n e g r o struck twice in the last eight minutes to make it 2-2, and that gives Turkey and Norway a chance for top spot since they are two points behind with one game left.

GROUP D France was playing

away from its usual home venue Stade de France and took the field at Parc des Princes, where Mbappe stars for Paris Saint-Germain.

He became the first France player since Just Fontaine at the 1958 World Cup to score four times in one game.

After 32 minutes he had his first international hat trick.

Karim Benzema combined with Theo Hernandez to set up his first goal and then Kingsley Coman picked him out twice, the second with a cross from the right met by a rare header.

Mbappe has bounced back from a disappointing Euro 2020, where he failed to score, and his late goal helped France win the Nations League final last month. Benzema also scored in that game.

The irrepressible Hernandez whipped over another cross from the left for another assist as Benzema

Kylian Mbappe celebrates after scoring his side’s 2nd goal Belgium and Estonia players vie for the ball during the during the World Cup 2022 group D qualifying match. (AP) World Cup 2022 qualifying match.

met it at the near post for 4-0 in the 55th.

Four minutes later, Benzema played a slick one-two with Mbappe for his second goal and 35th for France.

His partnership with Mbappe is blossoming fast.

Adrien Rabiot and Antoine Griezmann also scored late before Mbappe

emulated the great Fontaine — the all-time leading scorer in a single World Cup with 13 goals in ‘58.

The second-place finisher enters the playoffs and Finland has a chance, although it next hosts rampant France.

The Finns won 3-1 at Bosnia and Herzegovina despite playing more than

50 minutes with a player less to move above Ukraine and into second place.

The home side was missing all-time 60-goal top scorer Edin Dzeko through injury and lacked a cutting edge.

GROUP E There was no Romelu Lukaku up front for Belgium as he recovers from a

minor injury, so Christian Benteke stepped in and put his side ahead against Estonia after 11 minutes.

Aaron Ramsey was even quicker, taking three minutes to put Wales 1-0 up and Liverpool defender Neco Williams doubled the lead in the 20th.

Ramsey ‘s penalty made it 3-0 shortly after

the break.

Yannick Carrasco and Thorgan Hazard netted second-half goals for Belgium, while goals from Ben Davies and Conner Roberts capped a fine night for Wales — which next hosts Belgium. Gareth Bale made his 100th appearance for Wales.

GROUP G Turkey profited from Norway’s slip to move into second and the playoff spot on goal difference after rocking Gibraltar 6-0.

Veteran striker Burak Yilmaz did not score but Galatasaray marksman Halil Dervisoglu — 15 years his junior — netted twice.

Norway missed star striker Erling Haaland because of a hip injury and failed to break down Latvia at home in a 0-0 draw.

Depay’s penalty put the Netherlands ahead midway through the first half and he tucked away a right-wing cross from Denzel Dumfries with a

backheel at the front post in the 54th to reach 37 international goals.

Turkey has a narrow +1 advantage over Norway on goal difference heading into their final group games on Tuesday, where scoring could prove crucial.

Norway travels to the Netherlands without the prolific Haaland and Montenegro hosts Turkey.

France, Germany, Belgium and Denmark are among the eventual 10 European group winners.

The 10 group runners-up will be joined in the playoffs by two teams which won a Nations League group last year.

Runners-up with the six best records will play at home first in the semifinals. FIFA will make the playoffs draw on Nov. 26 in Zurich.

The three winners of the playoffs finals on March 29 will complete the lineup of 13 European teams present in Qatar.

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