27 May 2023

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Mob storms house of MoS in Imphal

Correspondent

IMPHAL, MAY 26: Barely tw o days after a mob attacked the residence of PWD minister Konthoujam Govindas, another mob stormed the residence of Union Minister of State for external affairs RK Ranjan Singh at Kongba in Imphal East district at 8.30 p.m. Thursday.

However, timely action by the police and security forces prevented the mob from vandalizing the residence of the Ranjan, police sources said.

Soon after receiving information, IGP Themthing Ngasangva Themthing and SP Imphal East rushed to the spot with additional forces and RAF to control the situation.

Security forces resorted to tear gas shelling and blank firing in the air to disperse the mob. Police said that some among the mob sus-

tained minor injuries.

It was learnt that, the minister was on his way home after meeting the governor when the incident happened.

Meanwhile, curfew was relaxed in East and West Manipur from 5 am to 12 noon on May 26.

However, the Manipur government on Friday announced the suspension of internet services in the state for five more days-- till 3 pm of May 31.

In an order, Home

commissioner H Gyan Prakash informed that further suspension of mobile data services/internet/data services including broadband services and internet/ data services through VASTs of Bharatnet Phase-II in the territorial jurisdiction of the state of Manipur.

The order is issued to prevent any disturbances of peace and public order in the jurisdiction of the state of Manipur, it stated.

EffigiesofPMModi, HMandBirenburnt

A group of womenfolk (Meira Paibis) of Heirangoithong Makha Keibung Oinam Leikai on Friday burned the effigies Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and chief minister N Biren Singh while voicing their demand to safeguard the territorial integrity of the state. The womenfolk also

NBSE informs Hr. Sec. Schools

burnt the effigies of security advisor to Manipur government, Kuldiep Singh and overall operational commander, ADGP, Ashutosh Sinha.

During the rally, the womenfolk blocked all vehicular movement, including convoys of the Central security forces. They also demanded the withdrawal of central security forces from Manipur and to deploy state police force.

The protestors said that the people of the state have no more faith that normalcy would be restored in the state unless the Central security forces were withdrawn. They expressed concern over the situation in Manipur and alleged that the security forces were bias while carrying out their duties.

A memorandum was also submitted to the Prime Minister through the district administration.

Serbia puts troop on high alert on border with Kosovo

DIMAPUR, MAY 26

(NPN): Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE) has reminded higher secondary schools that the University Grants Commission (UGC) has brought changes regarding admission to BA (Economics) under Choice Based Credit System.

In a notification, NBSE chairman Asano Sekhose informed that under this new policy, students intending to go for BA Economics needed to have Mathematics as one of the subjects at higher secondary level. NBSE said that this policy would be adopted by Nagaland University as well as other Universities across the country.

Therefore, NBSE has requested all heads of higher secondary schools offering economics as elective subject to take note of the changes and take necessary actions so that students desiring to study BA Economics honours in future were not deprived of the opportunity.

Rio holds consultation on ILP with non-Naga communities

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, MAY 26

(NPN): Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio held a consultative meeting with non-Naga communities of Dimapur on May 25 and deliberated on the issue of implementation of Inner Line Permit (ILP) in Dimapur.

According to sources, the meeting was held at Niathu resort and attended by deputy chief ministers-- TR Zeliang and Y. Patton and advisor school education & SCERT Kekhrie Yhome. The non-Naga community included-- Jain Samaj,Oswal Samaj, Maheswari Samaj, Brahmin Samaj, Agarwal Samaj, Ben-

Nagaland logs 1 fresh Covid case

DIMAPUR, MAY 26

(NPN): Nagaland on Friday recorded one more case of Covid-19 pushing the total caseload to 36025.

According to health department bulletin, the fresh case was reported from Dimapur. With this, the state currently has six active cases. The death toll remained unchanged at 782 (including 5 non-Covid deaths but with positivity).

Meanwhile, India logged 490 new coronavirus infections, while the active cases have decreased to 5,707 from 6,168, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Friday.

The death toll has increased to 5,31,856 with two deaths, the data updated at 8 am stated. The Covid case tally was recorded at 4.49 crore (4,49,88,916).

China faces a new Covid wave that could peak at 65 million cases a week

Nanshan at a medical conference this week in southern city of Guangzhou.

According to state media, he told the audience that the wave that started in late April was “anticipated,” and that his modelling suggested China could be approaching 40 million infections per week. By the end of June, he said, the weekly number of infections will peak at 65 million.

BEIJING, MAY 26

(AGENCIES): China is bracing for a new wave of Covid infections that could see as many as 65 million cases per week by the time the surge peaks at the end of June.

It’s a startling prediction in a country, where the pandemic originated in late 2019, that only months ago had enforced some of the harshest Covid control protocols on the planet. Now, with the latest omi -

cron variant, XBB, fuelling a resurgence in cases, the response from China’s government and the public is muted at best.

The surge comes about six months after the country dismantled its sprawling infrastructure for dealing with Covid, including harsh lockdowns, mass testing, stifling quarantines and strict mask requirements.

The new wave’s data was revealed by respiratory disease specialist Zhong

The United States, by comparison, was reporting more than 5 million cases a week at its peak last January.

Though China’s current wave will not equal the “tsunami” of cases it experienced in December and January, older people and those with underlying diseases are still relatively under-vaccinated and are at high risk for developing severe disease, said Jin Dong-yan, a virologist at University of Hong Kong.

Framework Agreement nullified Art 371(A): NSCN(I-M)

gali Samaj,Bhojpuri Samaj, Muslim Council, Sikh Samaj, Hindu Sewa Samiti, Dimapur Gorkha and Hindu Community Chümoukedima.

Highlighting their concern regarding implementation of ILP, the representatives of the non-Naga communities appealed for exemption of ILP in Dimapur.

They pointed out that though most of them had settled in Nagaland before and after statehood, many would have issues to prove their claims due to non-availability of proper documents.

In this regard, the members suggested to the government to put in place a different mechanism to keep check

on illegal immigrants instead of ILP. They further pointed out that implementing ILP in Dimapur would not only affect businessmen but also tourists or travellers, and as a result adversely impact the economy.

After patiently hearing the views shared by representatives of the non-Naga communities, sources privy to the meeting said that chief minister Neiphiu Rio had reportedly informed them that ILP would be implemented over entire Nagaland including Dimapur which was brought under the tribal belt in 1979.

Though ILP was not implemented in Dimapur due

to various reasons, the state government in 2019 extended the ILP to Dimapur following pressure from various civil society groups in view of the rising cases of illegal immigrants in Nagaland.

Taking note of the concerns raised by the non-Naga communities, Rio said that community verification committee would be formed by each community to verify and identify their people residing in Dimapur and accordingly prepare the data. Based on the verified data, he said that relevant documents would be issued. He, however, categorically stated that indigenous inhabitant status

SC rejects PIL for inauguration of new Parl building by President

NEW DELHI, MAY 26

(PTI): Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a PIL seeking direction to the Lok Sabha Secretariat for inauguration of the new Parliament building by President Droupadi Murmu.

A vacation bench of justices JK Maheshwari and PS Narasimha told petitioner in-person advocate Jaya Sukin that the court understands why and how the petition was filed and that it is not inclined to entertain the petition under Article 32 of the Constitution. Article 32 gives individuals the right to approach the top court when they feel they have been

deprived of their fundamental rights. “What is your interest in filing this petition? We understand why you have come with such petitions. Sorry, we are not interested in entertaining this petition under Article 32 of the Constitution. Be grateful, we are not imposing costs,” the court told Sukin.

“It is not a function of the court to look into this,” Justice Narasimha said. Sukin said under Article 79, the president is the executive head of the country and she should have been invited. The bench told him the court understands Article 79 but how is it connected to inaugu-

DIMAPUR, MAY 26

(NPN): While reaffirming its stand on Naga political solution, NSCN (I-M) cautioned that any Naga political group seeking political solution under the terms

of the Indian constitution would be repeating the past mistakes and tantamount to “violating the sanctity of God given Naga political rights.”

In this regard, NSCN

(I-M) through its MIP claimed that Article 371(A) or 16 Point Agreement of 1960, no longer bore any political meaning since the “historic Framework Agreement” (FA) signed on

August 3, 2015 has “come into existence to nullify all the past acts of injustice to the Nagas” and brought new solution/agreement that was honourable and acceptable. (Full text on p-6)

“One thing with fish,unlike meat, they never get stale even after a month.”

Story behind cracking UPSC exam

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, MAY 26 (NPN): Y imkum I Ozukum, who secured All-India Rank 203 (AIR 203) in the Civil Services Exam 2022 conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), advised civil service aspirants with the words: “work hard and study smartly”.

Hailing from Sungratsu village under Mokokchung district, 28-year old Yimkum is a resident of Dimapur. He did his early schooling from St Mary’s higher secondary school, then Higher Secondary at Pranab Vidyapith Higher Secondary School.

He completed his civil engineering from Bits Pilani Rajasthan in 2017 and since had been preparing for NPSC and UPSC exams.

Yimkum has been serving as EAC for three years in Peren district before he cracked the UPSC in 2023.

In an exclusive interview to Nagaland Post here at Dimapur, Yimkum

ration of the building. Sukin then said if the court does not wish to entertain the petition, he be allowed to withdraw it. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, said if the petition is allowed to be withdrawn, it will be filed in the high court. The bench then ordered, “After hearing the petitionerin-person for some time, we were not inclined to accept his submissions. Facing the said difficulty, the petitioner sought leave to withdraw this Writ Petition... The writ petition under Art 32 of the Constitution filed by the petitioner stands dismissed as withdrawn.”

revealed that his parents, teachers and seniors who had cracked the UPSC exams at college, were inspirational for motivating him to CSE.

After graduation in 2017, Yimkum decided to study at home instead of enrolling at various coaching centres in other states, as he felt more comfortable with home environment surrounded by family, friends, relatives and well-wishers.

Yimkum also said that having good mindset, mental will power, realizing one’s capabilities and knowing oneself helped him a lot through his UPSC journey.

(Cont’d on p-8) (Cont’d

Yimkum I Ozukum (NP)

RK Ranjan Singh (File)

A man takes a Covid test in Shanghai. (Alex Plavevski/EPA)

Plight of children with disabilities highlighted

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, MAY 26

(NPN): A workshop on “Rights of children with disabilities (CWDs) related to education” highlighted the various challenges and difficulties faced by CWDs and the need for the state government to take effective action on those issues.

The workshop organised by Prodigals’ Home and supported by Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (SCPWDs), Nagaland, Kohima was held at Tourist Lodge, Dimapur, Friday.

Delivering a keynote address, SCPWDs Nagaland, Diethono Nakhro lamented that CWDs was one of the most marginalised and excluded groups, and that there was “lack of data, not only in Nagaland, but everywhere”.

Pointing out that Nagaland state lacks data relating to disability, she said the state was still following 2011 Census data for disability and termed it as an “underestimated” data.

Speaking on inadequate inclusive schools in the state and the need for more inclusive schools,

Nakhro lamented that even some of the few inclusive schools were not imparting proper inclusive education, and alleged the CWDs were even made to sit separately.

Pointing out that the current school education system was not inclusive, she said it was time to change the system and make education more accessible and inclusive. “We may have the best policies, but it all comes down to implementation. Best laws without implementing properly will be of no benefit”, said Nakhro.

She also expressed concern over CWDs dropping out of schools, and said children becoming conscious of their parent’s struggles combined with inaccessibil-

ity to facilities make it impossible for them to continue higher education. Speeches on the topic “Scenario of CWDs related to education” were delivered by joint secretary, NSDF Nagaland, Ngaugongbe and special educator, and headmistress, Bumblebee Inclusive School, Kohima, Kopele Tepa. In his address, Ngaugongbe said education for PWDs and CWDs in the state was one of the biggest issues which the state government needed to pay more attention. Though state government had been making changes and assuring inclusive education, Ngaugongbe lamented that not enough attention was being given for appropriate in-

tervention. Dwelling on the challenges faced by CWDs whilst pursuing education in the state, he cited access to information and admission, lack of special education, teaching and learning materials, scholarships, building accessibilities, lack of consultation with trained professionals, resource rooms in each Educational Block Resource Centre (EBRC), training for in-service teachers in inclusive education, etc., as some of the challenges.

Ngaugongbe suggested making inclusive education as part of B.Ed and DIET syllabus, consulting PWDs stakeholders for reforms in educational system, training and institute to be set up separately for special

DIPAM inspects scheme implementation

DIMAPUR: With the primary objective to inspect the effective implementation of “Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM)”, Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) Ministry of Finances, government of India, joint secretary, Rahul Jain visited Zuneheboto from May 24-26.

According to a DIPR report, the joint secretary, accompanied by scientistC, CGWB ministry of Jal Shakti, Anenuo Pienyu, met the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Zunheboto and all the departments associated with “JJM”, on May 24 at the Conference Hall of DC Zunheboto.

At the meeting, a PowerPoint presentation on the status of the scheme was presented by the nodal officer and executive engineer water resource department. The joint secretary applauded the way “JJM”, was implemented and asserted the need to complete the project i.e., water connection to every household as soon as possible or as targeted by December 2023.

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education degree or courses, and proper provisions and facilities for the PWDs.

Quoting 2011 census, Kopele Tepa said there are 29,631 PWDs in Nagaland, around 1.5% of total state population, and highlighted the importance of creating awareness about PWDs in schools, workspace and community as a whole.

Despite “a lot of talks and efforts” on inclusion, Tepa said she fails to understand why inclusion has somehow remained an “exclusive idea”, and why PWDs were not included on the “idea and discussion on inclusion”?

“Inclusion is not about what people with disability want but about what they need. People with disabilities have to be included in the planning and solution,” said Tepa. She also underscored the need for more trained professionals and schools in the state to open doors for PwDs, create more opportunities to get existing teachers trained within the state and create job opportunities and avenues for PWDs. Speaking on rights of CWDs related to education (RPWD Act 2016 and NEP 2020), panel lawyer, Dimapur District Legal Service Authority

(DDLSA), Rokovitsu Khate said appropriate government and local authorities should ensure that all educational institutions funded or recognized by them provide inclusive education to CWDs. He also dwelled on specific measures to promote and facilitate inclusive education.

Speaking on inclusive education in Nagaland, deputy director, Department of School Education, Nellayappan B said the state has 35 special education teachers attached to EBRCs while admitting that it was “very less” for the entire state. He said Samagra Shiksha was also carrying out activities towards inclusive education and SCERT had been conducting training for teachers for special education. However, he admitted lack of follow-ups. The deputy director also briefed the gathering on Nagaland Education Project – The Lighthouse (NECTAR) Project.

The programme was chaired by Takonaro Lkr, invocation by Burning Ones Director (Youth Ministry), Kingdom Culture Church, Dimapur, Nathan Yanlem, welcome address was delivered by director, Prodigals Home, K Ela and benediction by Shalom Chophy.

DC & DEO Kohima informs: Deputy Commissioner (DC) and District Election Officer (DEO) Kohima, Shanavas C has informed all the private vehicle owners, whose vehicles were requisitioned during 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly Election, 2023 for Kohima district, that the payment for hiring charges would start from May 30 to June 1, 8 a.m. at DC and DEO Kohima office. All vehicle owners/ drivers have been directed to produce the requisition order and collect the hiring charges.

GSUCD informs students: Gorkha Students’ Union Chümoukedima District (GSUCD) has invited all the Gorkha students of Chümoukedima district who have excelled in the HSLC and HSSLC examination 2023 to a felicitation programme on June 3, 3 p.m. at Chümoukedima Town Council Hall. Students have been asked to submit a photocopy copy of their mark sheet on or before May 31. For further details, parents and students have been informed to contact at +91 89744 39487, +91 8413002017.

ICHSN inaugurates: Impur Christian Hospital, School of Nursing (ICHSN) library hall was inaugurated on Friday by executive secretary, ABAM, Rev. Dr. Mar Pongener.

UNPG-NNC (PB) terminates: UNPG-NNC (PB) after setting up fact finding committee and thorough scrutiny has terminated its kilonsers, S.S Pongkhu and Kakuto Assumi, and OSD Zuben Lotha, from both active and primary membership on grounds of “anti-national and anti-party activities thereby overriding the Azha of the collective leadership”. MIP, UNPG-NNC (PB) said the decision for termination was taken after consulting the cabinet and the order issued by general secretary of UNPG-NNC (PB), Toshi Walling.

Dimapur police arrest 2 NSCN members

DIMAPUR: Dimapur

police on May 26 raided a house at New Minister’s Hill Kohima and arrested two persons identified as Apuloto Chishi (36), “SS lieutenant colonel”, Kohima “town commander” and Kaisha Yepthomi (30) “SS 2nd lieutenant” of NSCN K (Khango), and seized arms, ammunition, cash, booklets of extortion slips, a vehicle and other incriminating documents. In a press release, deputy commissioner of police

(Crime)/PRO informed that the raid was carried out based on a written complaint dated May 3, 2023 received by Sub-Urban Police Station from president of Andhra Fish Supply Union in regard to threats, extortion and harassment meted to their members by unknown miscreants.

The complainant stated that unknown miscreants poured harmful chemicals inside 34 boxes of fish, and accordingly, a case was registered at

Sub-Urban Police Station for investigation, informed PRO.

During the course of investigation, PRO said upon conducting meticulous examination, some suspects were identified and placed under police surveillance.

On May 26, a tea m led by ACP West along with OC SBN PS, 2nd OC SBN PS and SBN PS team proceeded to Kohima and with the assistance of electronic surveillance and hu-

man intelligence, the team raided a house and arrested the two persons. During the raid, police also recovered and seized one 9mm Berreta with 42 live rounds, Rs. 10,000 cash, 17 booklets of extortion slips, and other incriminating documents along with a vehicle (Alto K10 LXI) used in the commission of the crime. PRO informed that the arrested accused persons are in police custody at SBN PS.

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On May 25, the joint secretary along with the various department officials visited the various spring water sources and also interacted with the villagers, village councils, and village GBs.

On Friday, the joint secretary had a meeting with the DC and all the departments’ office heads associated with JJM, and informed them that the scheme was a convergence model on which the whole water conservation activities are working everywhere including Zunhe -

boto, so as a convergence model all the departments should have good coordination among themselves.

To the PHED department, the joint secretary asked them to identify the water state sources of water supply schemes under the JJM or 15th finance commission, and a proposal to strengthen water sources, wherever required, may be taken up for approval in the JJM scheme. He also directed the department to monitor water quality at the source and also at households at regular in-

tervals with proper Record Keeping.

The joint secretary asked the rural development department to identify more and more water bodies as “Amrit Sarovar” while the forest department was asked to encourage the people to make rooftop rainwater harvesting structures and if possible, to supply them the materials. Further, he reminded the concerned departments that the Central government would be continuously monitoring the implementation of the scheme.

Police enlightened on ‘stress awareness’

DISHA meeting held in Mokokchung

DIMAPUR: A review meeting of District Development Co-ordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) under Mokokchung district was held under the chairmanship of Lok Sabha, Tokheho Yepthomi on May 23.

A DIPR report stated that Tokheho in his address thanked all the former and present elected members of the State for their effort and contributions in constructing the DC office building in Mokokchung. He asked all the departments in the district to judiciously and effectively implement the Central Schemes and all other

programmes/duties so that living standard of people especially the downtrodden in the society would be lifted. In the meeting, power point presentation was given by the following Head of Offices; Project Director DRDA, Mokokchung, Assistant Director, Food & Civil Supplies, Mokokchung, Executive Engineer, PWD (R&B), Mokokchung, District Agriculture Officer, Mokokchung, District Welfare Officer, Mokokchung, Superintendant Engineer (Power), Mokokchung, Chief Medical Officer, Mokokchung and Executive Engineer PHED, Mokokchung.

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In Loving Remembrance

DIMAPUR: As part of the ongoing “stress awareness week” programme, a seminar for officers of Nagaland police was held Friday at PHQ, Kohima.

The seminar was conducted by the Carl Rogers Institute of Mental Health and School Counselling (CRIMH&SC) in collaboration with the Directorate of State and Family Welfare, National Mental Health Program, informed a press release by CRIMH&SC.

Addressing the gathering at the seminar, Director General of Police (DGP) Nagaland, Rupin Sharma mentioned the need for assistance for the addiction and mental health issues in the Nagaland police

department.

“Bad experiences lead us to resort to unhealthy means to deal with stress”, said Sharma.

He suggested that the department also should come up with some recreation activities to help themselves de-stress.

Resource person, Dr. Viketoulie Pienyu said that the worries and anxieties of life has become more prevalent in this generation as an individual’s needs and wants has increased as compared to the past.

He identified restlessness, sleeplessness, irritability, concentration issues, headache, hypertension, diabetes, blood pressure, stroke, etc., as some of the symptoms of stress.

Dr. Pienyu said some of the common sources of stress in a workplace includes income inequality, transfers, prolonged separation from family and as a result of which many soldier resorts to substance use to relieve their stress.

Stating that progress at work and a good family life was the best way to buffer stress, Dr. Pienyu discouraged substance use for relaxation as it could become addictive. He also spoke about how addiction effects the physical and psychological health.

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Mere from CRIMH&SC shared some insight about the institute and its functioning.

We, the family members of Late LONGMICHANG of Longkhum Village would like to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us physically, spiritually, mentally and financially at the sudden demise of our beloved. Your act of kindness has immensely blessed us to go through the painful moment.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to :-

1. Hotel Bel Belai, Merapani

2. Bhandari Town Ao Fellowship

3. Pastor, Bhandari Town Ao Fellowship

4. O/C, Bhandari Town

5. Passengers travelling from Dimapur to Mokokchung on 2th May 2023

6. All Nagaland Sumo Unit, Mkg.

We deeply regret our inability to acknowledge each and every one personally but it is our humble prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

Loving Sons, Grandchildren, In-laws, Families and Relatives.

Khekaho Zhimomi

21.02.1985 – 24.05.2023

I am deeply saddened on the passing away of my beloved Nephew, Khekaho Zhimomi

He was a young upcoming freelance writer who was passionate about his work. I will always honour his dedicated work as my co-author of the book, “The World’s Youngest General” which was published in the year 2022. He is no more with us but his passion, hardwork, dedication, integrity and discipline will always continue to inspire us.

I convey my heartfelt condolence to all his family members and loved ones. May his soul rest in eternal peace.

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Mourned by Dr. Kuhoi Zhimomi Purana Bazar, East Dimapur

A view of the workshop at Tourist Lodge, Dimapur on Friday. (NP)

Rahul Jain and others at the inspection of Jal Jeevan Mission in Zunheboto. (DIPR)

Organisers and participants at the programme at PHQ on Friday. (NP)

Ura Academy seminar concludes

Correspondent

KOHIMA, MAY 26(NPN):

Various awards were conferred to the toppers of HSLC, HSSLC and undergraduate examinations on the concluding day of the 53rd Ura Academy annual seminar on Friday.

Dr. Neilhouzhü Kire Award for highest marks in Tenyidie subject in HSLC exam was presented to Lhukhonino Seyie, Christian Welfare School, Khonoma; Rüzhükhrie Sekhose Award for highest marks in Tenyidie in HSSLC exam to Nourhengunuo Kire, Khedi Baptist Higher Secondary School; Nini Vinguriaü Lungalung Award highest marks scorer in Music subject in HSSLC to Yimlimongla Pongen, Vineyard School

A Kevichüsa Award for undergraduate 2022, Nagaland University Tenyidie Subject topper to Khrüvolü Chüzho, Kohima College.

Addressing the valedictory session of the seminar, president, Ura Academy, Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu, termed language as one of the greatest representations of culture and stressed on the need to preserve and develop the same.

He said Tenyidie was

one the most developed Naga language as it has been introduced at the University level and also completed 25 years in 2022.

He therefore called upon the scholars to be an agent in promoting Tenyidie language.

Earlier, in the first formal session, Tenyidie Kephrünuoko Krotho (TKK), student session was conducted with guest speaker Vipinuo Kehie, HoD, department of Tenyidie, Dimapur Government College.

The second session witnessed competitions in Debate, Poetry Writing, Story writing and essay writing among the students of high schools and higher secondary schools. Choral competition was held in the third session with guest speaker Hovithal

Sothu, Project Director, TafMa. Exhortation was delivered by Pheluopfhelie Kesiezie, Ura Academy treasurer.

The program was chaired by Petevilie Ketho, president TKL, scripture reading and invocation by Thinuohelie Sachü, pastor BRC Kohima Village and welcome address by Khrieketoulie Chadi, vice president, TKK, special number by Seyiekruonuo Yhome.

Following are the results of TKK literary and arts competition:

Debate

1st- Neipedezo & Vihezonuo (Mezhür HSS)

2nd-Kikruleü (Rüzhükhrie GHSS)

3rd-Keneisazo (Baptist HSS)

Training on formulation of business plan

DIMAPUR: A four-day off campus training on “formulation of business plan for agricultural enterprises” organised by Extension Education Institute (EEI) North East Region in collaboration with State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI) Nagaland culminated Friday at SAMETI, Medziphema. A

press release by SAMETI Medziphema informed that the collaborative training was organised for Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) functionaries with Dr. S. Borua and Dr. Dipanjali Saikia from EEI (NE Region) Khanapara, Guwahati and ADO Karbi Anglong Assam, Dr. Hridayanda Das as resource persons.

During the training, the participants were taken for a field visit to Pristine Foods, Chumoukedima Nagaland. The valedictory programme was chaired by deputy project director, SAMETI, H. Mhonthung Merry while feedback on the training was given by all the participants, and certificates were also distributed to the trainees.

Ex-PAN to hold seminar

Essay writing

1st- Lolehol Tase (Mezhür HSS)

2nd- Menuosieü (Thinuovicha Memorial GHSS)

3rd-Homniu Khiam (GHSS Jotsoma) and Samlamlungle Thou (Greenwood HSS)

Story writing -

1st- Ngutovinuo (Rüzhükhrie GHSS)

2nd- Chokholü Rhakho Chandmari HSS)

3rd- Keneivino Chücha (GHSS Jotsoma)

Poetry writing

1st- Keneivilie Suohumvü (Mezhür HSS)

2nd- Seyievi Ratsa (Stella HSS)

3rd-Sedevinuo Kire (Grace HSS)

Choral competition

1st- North Field HSS

2nd-Mezhür HSS

3rd- Baptist HSS

Moatoshi

DIMAPUR: To assess the Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and Employment Exchanges in the state, and as part of the government’s efforts to promote skill development and employment opportunities in the state, advisor, Labour and Employment, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (ESDE), and Excise, Moatoshi Longkumer toured Peren, Chümoukedima, and Dimapur districts on May 22.

According to a DIPR report, the tour was aimed at identifying potential issues and shortcomings in the functioning of these establishments and finding ways to improve their performance. The advisor, accompanied by additional secretary and ex-officio director of ESDE, Kovi Mey-

OffICE Of THE MezoMa StudentS’ union Mezoma : Nagaland Felicitation

DIMAPUR: Ex-Parliamentarians’ Association of Nagaland (PAN) will be organizing a seminar on “Health and Care” alongside with briefing of Chief Minister’s Health Insurance Scheme sponsored by Nagaland Legislative Assembly on May 31 from 10 am at Niathu Resort, Dimapur. NLA speaker, Sharingain Longkumer and minster of parliamentary affairs K.G. Kenye will grace the seminar as special guest and guest of honour. Therefore, all the respective executives-cumdistrict incharge have been requested to inform to all the ex-PAN members in their respective districts to attain the seminar without fail.

DoSE informs on enrolment

DIMAPUR: Department of School Education (DoSE) has informed all the Sub-Divisional Education Officers (SDEOs) to submit the actual enrollment of students from Pre- Primary to Class-8 in GHSSs, GHSs, GMSs and GPSs under the respective jurisdiction. Principal director School Education, Thavaseelan K informed that enrollment should be schoolwise with an abstract of the total number of students enrolled who require General, MIL and Alternative English Textbooks. The information can be submitted in both hard and soft copy at Room No. 419, Directorate of School Education, Kohima on or before June 30. (Email-cvyphei47@ gmail.com)

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DIMAPUR: A two-day awareness programme on “sex education” was organised for the students of Government Middle School (GMS) Sangtamtilla Dimapur culminated on Friday at the school.

A press release by the school informed that the initiative was taken up for the necessary awareness

among the students and the parents on sex education and to give preventive measures on various sexual offenses on minors.

At the two-day programme, teacher Tajunglemla spoke on the issue of menstrual hygiene, puberty, adolescence, early marriage and child labour.

Teacher Tsapila Sang-

tam spoke on the issue of good touch and bad touch, sexual offenses on minors, and gave some preventive approach/ideas to students as well as to parents and guardians. The school informed that the parents and guardians also attended the second day of the awareness programme.

NEEPCO informs schedules for visitors

DIMAPUR: North Eastern Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO) Limited, Doyang Hydro Power Station has informed that for the smooth functioning of the project activities and to streamline visitor flow and minimize disruptions to regular office operations, the entry of visitors and public interview will be held on the following days and time.

ITIs

The visiting days will be Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 1 pm. Executive director (tech) & HOP, DHPS, NEEPCO ltd, Ch. R. John Zeliang informed that above arrangement has been made to give qualift and dedicated attention to the main works of power station and also the visitors during office hours.

& Employment Exchanges

Correspondent KIPHIRE, MAY 26 (NPN): Senior Sub Divisional Education Officer (SDEO) Kiphire, Hoshito Alias visited Government Middle School (GMS) Longya Ward Kiphire Friday and encouraged the teachers to be sincere and dedicated in their duties.

Stating that good results and reputation of a schools largely depends on the teachers, he encouraged the teachers to work hard and impart quality education.

Alias also advised the

head teacher to maintain proper documents of the teachers and students.

While interacting with the students, he advised them to study and work hard to bring good results.

The Sr. SDEO was accompanied by Assistant Election Officer (AEO) Kiphire, Tsipongla.

During the visit, the officials also discussed the poor road connectivity issue with the teachers and assured the department’s support. The teachers also shared the grievances of the school.

DIMAPUR: Tsungiki Student Union (TSU) has strongly condemned the May 22 incident where some miscreants burned down the private residence of Tsungiki Village Council, chairman, Janthungo Kikon.

In a condemnation note, TSU described the incident as a blatant and immoral act which not only threatened and endangered the lives of the family but created unrest and hampered the peaceful atmosphere within the village.

Further, the union has urged the concerned authority to intervene and apprehend the culprit(s) and deliver justice without fail.

Bodeno Chusi Megolhouno Krose Mezoma Students’ Union (MSU) takes immense pleasure and pride to acknowledge and congratulate:

1. Ms. Bodeno Chusi D/o Kecha Chusi for securing top rank 3 in HSSLC (Arts Stream)

2. Ms. Megolhouno Krose D/o Lechülhoukho Krose for scoring the highest mark in Psychology in HSSLC. MSU celebrates the laurels that they have earned through academic excellence and wishes them the very best in all their future endeavours.

Silievi Kehie Rokovilhou Casavi President MSU Gen.Secy, MSU

OffICE Of THE YIMJENKIMONG STUDENTS' UNION FELICITATION

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With immense pride and honour, we the Yimjenkimong Students' Union would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Miss. Imkongnukla Ao, D/o Mr. Nokzenketba & Mrs. Moasangla for clearing UPSC Civil Service Examination 2022 AIR (723). The Yimjenkimong Students' Union extends best wishes to her, as she ventures into a world of new and challenging journey in serving the nation.

Sd/- Sd/Imtongzukba Sashimongla President General Secretary YSU YSU

Ref.No.

tors of the ITIs.

During the visit, the advisor pointed out certain areas where improvements were needed, particularly in the areas of infrastructure and training quality. He also discussed various measures that could be taken to en-

Office of the CHINGKAO CHINGNYU STUDENTS’ UNION

P.O. Aboi- 798603 Dist. Mon: Nagaland

FELICITATION

Chingkao Chingnyu Students’ Union extends its heartiest congratulations to Miss Nonya Konyak , daughter of Mr K Ngam-ih Konyak and Mrs Zamlem Konyak from Little Star Higher Secondary School Dimapur for securing the Top 2 Position (97%) and scoring the highest marks in History (98) and Alt. English (96) in the recent HSSLC (Arts Stream) examination.

hance the employability of the students trained at these institutes.

The advisor’s tour will

Advisor L&FSDE and excise, Moatoshi Longkumer and officials at the tour programme. (DIPR) ase and other officials of the department, inspected the ITIs in these districts. They interacted with several key personnel such as officers from the district employment exchange and rural employment bureau, as well as the principal and instruc-

continue over the coming weeks, with visits to various other ITIs and Employment Exchanges across the state.

CONGRATULATIONS

Date: 26th May 2023

The union shares its pride on this outstanding achievement and expresses sincere appreciation for bringing laurels to the village in particular and Konyak community in general. The Union also conveys best wishes for her future endeavors.

(W NINGWANG) (H HONPA) President General Secretary K -1177/23

OFFICE OF THE CHENWETNYU STUDENTS’ UNION

Mon - 798621 : Nagaland FELICITATION

With immense pride and honour we, the Chenwetnyu Students’ Union would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Miss. Potan K Konyak, D/o Kuhshih Konyak for securing the Top 15th position in the recently declared HSLC Examination 2023. The Union wishes her bright and a successful future.

The Union further congratulates all the successful candidates of HSLC & HSSLC 2023 and wishes them more success in their future endeavours.

Sd/- Sd/(W. Chenwang) (Honpha Konyak) President, CWSU General Secy. CWSU

The Office of the Peren Town Youth Organization (PTYO) take immense pride and honour to convey our heartiest congratulations to Ms. Aotula Ozukum , D/o Mrs. and Mr. Wati Ozukum and Mr. Pehiareubabe Ndang, S/o Mrs. and Dr. Zieleigai Ndang for their outstanding achievement in securing 874th rank in the recently declared UPSC CSC exam and securing top 15 rank in the recently declared HSLC (NBSE) examination 2023 respectively. The organisation further congratulates all the successful students of HSLC and HSSLC examinations and extend our best wishes in all their future endeavours.

Sd/- Sd/Ngautube R Chamlak Machi Reunim President PTYO Gen. Secy PTYO

FELICITATION

We, the 52nd Batch, Nagaland Secretariat Services (NSS) heartily congratulate Miss W. Aotula Ozukum, daughter of Mr. T. Watimeren Ozukum and Mrs. Kining, of Longpa Village, Mokokchung district, for successfully clearing the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination, securing All India Rank 874.

Your achievement validates your hardwork and sincerity all along and we take utmost pride in your achievement. We celebrate with you in your success and wish for God’s favour upon you in all your endeavours. May God bless you.

Best wishes from all of us!

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52nd Batch Nagaland Secretariat Services (NSS)

Winner of Ura Academy 53rd annual seminar choral competition, Northfield Higher Secondary School. (NP)

Teachers encouraged to be sincere, dedicated

Sr. SDEO Kiphire interacting with students of GMS Longya Ward Kiphire, Friday. (NP)

‘First 1000 days’ campaign launched in Tuensang

Educentre School of Business organises workshop on GST in Kohima

DIMAPUR: A workshop on Goods and Services Tax (GST) was organised by Educentre School of Business (ESB) Friday at the Department of Industries and Commerce (DoI&C) Kohima.

A press release by ESB stated that during the workshop, additional commissioner central GST, Sashi Wapang Lanu highlighted the gathering on the definition of GST, who needs to file for GST, and the process of filing.

He deliberated on topics such as “what taxes do Nagas have to pay”, “what taxes are exempted for the Naga people”, “how GST contributes to the development of the country” and “what are some of the main objectives to look at while paying Taxes”. Lanu also mentioned the importance of knowing one’s account and taxes as a business. The workshop was attended by 100+ startups/ entrepreneurs and working professionals. The wel-

come note was delivered by DoI&C assistant director, Er. Keneirienuo Theunuo and a keynote address was shared by DoI&C director, A. Temjen Jamir.

ICAR-NRC on Mithun conducts training for VFA trainees

DIMAPUR: The launching programme of the “First 1000 Days” campaign under Health Mission was held at the Conference Hall of Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Tuensang, Friday. According to a DIPR report, speaking at the programme, Extra Assistant Commissioner (EAC), Zerotso Kesiezie thanked the Health and Family Welfare (H&FW) department for organising such events which would benefit the people.

He stated that it was a significant issue that should be addressed immediately for the well-being of pregnant women and children of two

years of age. Kesiezie said successful implementation of the programme requires all-round support from the medical and allied departments, churches, civil societies, and NGOs. During the programme, an introduction to the First 1000 Days, the importance of antenatal care and hospital delivery, and the convergence of village health sanitation and nutrition day, was delivered by DPO RCH Tuensang, Dr. Imtijungshi Aier.

District Hospital Tuensang, OBG, Dr. Nusangtemjen spoke on the care of pregnant mothers, the

AR conduct various programmes

DIMAPUR: Assam Rifles under the aegis of Inspector General of Assam Rifles –North (IGAR-N) conducted various programmes across Nagaland.

As part of the “World Environment Day 2023”, No 2 Training Battalion, Dimapur under the aegis of Assam Rifles Training Centre and School, Shokhuvi organised a donation drive at Nagaland Childrens Home (NCH), 4th Mile, Dimapur, Friday. Interacting with media after the programme, Major Gandhi Yumnam said the drive was conducted so as to assist the children and also share awareness on the importance of conserving the environment.

Commanding Officer No 2 Training, TT Jamir, along with the battalion visited Orphanage Home and gifted essential commodities to children.

In a short speech, di-

rector, NCH, Kolhi Wetsah thanked the battalion and informed that, at present, the home has 39 children, who are being taken care through the support and contribution of “likeminded citizens and good-hearted people”.

(Staff Reporter)

Tuensang: Assam Rifles organised border area visit to forward Base in Tobu Village, Mon district near Indo-Myanmar Border for school students of Government Higher Secondary School and Assam Rifles High School, Tuensang on May 24.

Various fun games and activities were organised for the school students including dog show and indication on landmarks on IMB.

Mokokchung: Assam Rifles donated food items and basic necessities to the orphan children of Mokokchung district Nagaland on May 25.

Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya National Institute for Persons with Physical Disabilities (Divyangjan)

Under Department of Empowerment of PwDs (Divyangjan) Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment

4, Vishnu Digamber Marg, New Delhi - 110002 Vacancy Notice (Advt. No. 2/2023)

and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) established at Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) and Srinagar (UT of J&K) on Deputation / Contract basis.

Sr. No. Name of Post No. of Posts Mode of Recruitment Pay Matrix Level

1. Director Two (02) Deputation / Contract

importance of vaccination among children, and breastfeeding and early childhood development. Co-ordinator of Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY) Social Welfare Department, Tonen Chang, gave a detailed presentation on the PMVVY schemes and nutritional support during the first 1000 Days, while Beti Chang from Nagaland State Rural Livelihood Mission (NSRLM), Rural Development gave a presentation on SBCC through SHG institutions. The programme ended with a vote of thanks by CMO Tuensang, Dr. Keveduyi Theyo.

DIMAPUR: A five-day hands-on training on Mithun Husbandry Practices for Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) trainees from Veterinary Field Assistant Training Institute, Medziphema organised by Indian Council of Agricultural Research- National Research Centre (ICAR-NRC) on Mithun under the Institute Tribal Sub-Plan culminated Friday.

A press release by ICAR-NRC on Mithun informed that the training was organised as a part of the capacity-building programme with the objectives to educate and to create awareness and enhance the

knowledge and skill of the trainees about Mithun husbandry practices so that the

AR refutes NSCN Khango’s allegation

DIMAPUR: Assam Rifles has outrightly rejected the allegation by NSCN (Khango) that one of its member, a special card holder was intercepted at MVCP and subsequently arrested, blindfolded and took inside the outpost.

PRO defence in a press statement clarified that based on report on the movement of armed cadre from Cease Fire office of NSCN (Khango), Block-V Thillixu village to “carryout extortion from fish market”, a check post was established on May 21 at around 9 pm near Block-I, Thillixu by following all protocols. PRO alleged that the suspected individual who was riding a motorcycle, was stopped for checking due to suspicious movements but tried to es-

cape. On being caught, the cadre “behaved in an aggressive manner, using offensive language and tried to intimidate Assam Rifles soldiers on duty”, PRO claimed. Following which, the individual was searched and one 9 mm pistol with a magazine alongwith ten rounds were recovered. The cadre was in possession of “three fake duplicate coloured photocopies of Special cards issued by Cease Fire Supervisory Board (Khango) Supervisor, Impyangpa Ao” and after due verification, the individual was “freed, immediately with strict warning, not to carry fake & duplicate photocopies of Special cards”, PRO alleged.

PRO said the allegations regarding interruption in shifting of cease fire office

on March 25 was “absolutely baseless as Assam Rifles itself ensured secured environment at Thilixu village in view of likely inter faction clashes with splinter group of Khango faction”.

PRO claimed that all cadres moved to new Cease Fire office at Block-V, Thilixu uninterrupted except “SS Brigadier Phueka who was wanted by Nagaland Police on his involvement in Lamhainamdi killings 2021”. It also claimed that he was absconding followed recovery of huge cache arms and ammunition from his residence on March 4, 2023.

PRO therefore said that the news, “published ex parte, based on a press release” was an attempt to malign the image of Dimapur battalion of Assam Rifles.

whole Mithun farming community would be benefited.

ICAR-NRC on Mithun

said the training covered both practical and theory, wherein scientists delivered

lectures on various topics like care and management of different category of Mithun, selection, breeding feeding and fodder resources management for Mithun, health, reproductive management and other topics. During practical class, the students witnessed routine farm activities, animal handling, identification of animals, collection of sample and other activities including detection of heat, semen collection and milking in Mithun. The training programme was co-ordinated by Dr. Sapunii Stephen Hanah, Dr. J. K. Chamuah, Dr. H. Lazampuia and Dr. Kobu Khate of the institute.

OFFICE OF THE PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT GENERAL (AUDIT)

NAGALAND : KOHIMA

Notice Inviting Tender

Office of the Principal Accountant General (Audit), Nagaland, Kohima requires a vehicle (preferably an SUV) on hire basis. Interested Agencies may give their sealed quotation of hire charges along with willingness to Sr. Audit Officer (Admn), O/o the Pr. Accountant General (Audit) on or before 30/05/2023 by 05:30 PM. Details can be obtained from this office during office hour or can be downloaded from this office website https://saiindia.gov.in/ag/nagaland/en/tenders

Sd/Sr. Audit Officer (Admn) DC-635/23

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

DIRECTORATE OF HEALTH & FAMILY WELFARE

NAGALAND : KOHIMA

No. DHFW-5-23/TRG-NSG/2022/2497-01

Dated, Kohima the 26th May, 2023. A D V E R T I S E M E N T

As per Administrative approval Vide No.HW(A)-12/72/2018/287 Dated, Kohima the 5th May 2023, interested candidates from bonafide Indigenous Inhabitants of the State of Nagaland are hereby invited to undergo Training in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) and Female Health Worker (FHW) for the session 2023-2024 for the 4 (Four) Schools of Nursing in Nagaland as indicated below.

1. Minimum and maximum age for admission will be 17–25 years on or before 1st January,2023.

2. Application Form duly filled up along with necessary documents duly self attested may be submitted along with the Schedule Tribe and Indigenous Inhabitant Certificate which is compulsory for all while submitting the form.

3. No separate calling letter will be issued.

Deputation: P.M.L.-12 Contract: Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 90,000/-per month with provision of annual increment @ 3%.

The last date for receipt of applications within 45 days of publication of this advertisement in employment newspaper. Applications received after the last date or otherwise found incomplete shall not be considered. Our website www.pdunippd.in and www.iphnewdelhi.in may be referred for more details. Corrigendum, if any, will be published on the website only. Director (PDUNIPPD)

CBC 38103/12/0005/2324

NAGALAND UNIVERSITY

4. Issue of Application Form 1st to 7th June,2023

5. Last Date of Submission of Form 9th June 2023

6. Issue of Admit Cards 9th and 10th August, 2023

7. Course details-

A. (GNM) (School of Nursing, NHAK, IMDH Mokokchung, D.H. Dimapur)

i. For unmarried Male / Female candidates

ii. 3 (Three) years course, 100 (one hundred) seats.

*Kohima-20 seats, *Mokokchung-40,*Dimapur-40 seats

iii. Qualification –

(a) Class 12 passed in any stream with 45%.

(b) The ratio of Seats for science is 70% and other Streams is 30%

B. (FHW) (School of Nursing, D.H. Tuensang)

i. For unmarried Female candidates only.

ii. Two years course, 30 (Thirty) seats.

iii. Qualification:

Class 12 passed in any stream with 40% from recognized English medium Schoolb Board, 45% from Recognized National Institute of Open School.

There will be written and viva test (Dates will be notified later) No Government job is assured after completion of Training. Incomplete Application, if submitted will be rejected summarily. List of rejected application will be published in the Office Notice Board.

* Backward Tribe Reservation Policy (15%) will be followed as per Govt.

Notification No.HTE/RESEV/23-1/2012

Dated, Kohima, the 30th May, 2016.

*Person with Disability(PWD) may also apply for GNM and FHW under the Categories, DW-Dwarfism/LC-Leprosy cured/AAV-Acid Attack Victims.

Application Form will be available during office hours at the Directorate of Health & Family Welfare (Room no-210) at the cost of Rs.200/- (two hundred) only.

(DR. VIBEITUONUO M. SACHU) Principal Director Directorate of Health & Family Welfare Nagaland : Kohima.

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Zerotso Kesiezie EAC and others at the launching ov 1000days campaign in Tuensang.

A view of the workshop of GST in Kohima on May 26.

VFA trainees at the practical class at the training programme

Souring democracy

Reflecting an almost irreconcilable animosity among ruling and opposition parties, even the opening of the new Parliament building by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has led to bitter exchanges nationwide that is only hurting the spirit of democracy. On May 24, Congress and 18 other parties decided to boycott the inauguration of the new Parliament building on May 28. Together, these parties have 242 MPs in both the Houses of Parliament. The political parties have stated that they strongly object to prime minister Modi inaugurating the new Parliament building by himself and “completely sidelining” President Droupadi Murmu. The Opposition has argued that it is the President and not the Prime Minister who is the head of the Indian state, and also the head of the Parliament and therefore, ignoring the President of India was a violation of the letter and spirit of the Constitution. In a joint statement, the parties quoted Article 79 of the Constitution which states, “There shall be a Parliament for the Union which shall consist of the President and two houses to be known respectively as the Council of States and the House of the People.” The Opposition sought to remind the government that it is the President who “summons, prorogues and addresses” the Parliament. They said this clearly proved that Parliament cannot function without the President. However, the prime minister has decided to inaugurate the new Parliament building without her they said. They termed it as an undignified act that insults the high office of the President and undermines the spirit of inclusion which saw the nation celebrate its first woman adivasi President. India’s president is an indirectly elected, non-party executive with only ceremonial powers, but is considered the country’s first citizen and is the highest constitutional authority. “Prime Minister Modi’s decision to inaugurate the new parliament building by himself, completely sidelining President Murmu, is not only a grave insult but a direct assault on our democracy which demands a commensurate response,” the statement issued by the opposition parties said. Attempting to lend credence to their stand, the parties pointed out that the new building was constructed at “great expense” during a “once-ina-century” pandemic, with “no consultation with the people of India or MPs”. Further, they accused Modi of relentlessly hollowing out Parliament by disqualifying, suspending and muting Opposition members, and by passing several controversial legislations without any debate. The 19 parties lamented that when the soul of democracy has been sucked out from the parliament, they found no value in a new building and therefore decided collectively, to boycott the inauguration. The opposition parties had hoped the Biju Janata Dal(BJD) would make a stand since President Murmu , is a tribal from Odisha. The BJD concurred in principle with the stand of the opposition parties that the president of India is the head of the nation while parliament represents the 1.4 billion people; both the institutions are symbols of Indian democracy which draw authority from the constitution of India (over which the President is the head). However, BJP chose to attend the inaugural. There’s much to be pondered over the politics of confrontation that is tearing the spirit of democracy to shreds. When magnanimity is needed, it unfortunate, that instead of bringing all together, the new Parliament will begin on a bitter note.

DailyDevotion

Thinking of Prayer as Jesus Taught

Pray without ceasing… —1 Thessalonians 5:17

Our thinking about prayer, whether right or wrong, is based on our own mental conception of it. The correct concept is to think of prayer as the breath in our lungs and the blood from our hearts. Our blood flows and our breathing continues “without ceasing”; we are not even conscious of it, but it never stops. And we are not always conscious of Jesus keeping us in perfect oneness with God, but if we are obeying Him, He always is. Prayer is not an exercise, it is the life of the saint. Beware of anything that stops the offering up of prayer. “Pray without ceasing…”— maintain the childlike habit of offering up prayer in your heart to God all the time.

Jesus never mentioned unanswered prayer. He had the unlimited certainty of knowing that prayer is always answered. Do we have through the Spirit of God that inexpressible certainty that Jesus had about prayer, or do we think of the times when it seemed that God did not answer our prayer? Jesus said, “…everyone who asks receives…” (Matthew 7:8). Yet we say, “But…, but….” God answers prayer in the best way— not just sometimes, but every time. However, the evidence of the answer in the area we want it may not always immediately follow. Do we expect God to answer prayer?

The danger we have is that we want to water down what Jesus said to make it mean something that aligns with our common sense. But if it were only common sense, what He said would not even be worthwhile. The things Jesus taught about prayer are supernatural truths He reveals to us.

By Oswald Chambers

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Dimapur city- the crying need!

The quality of life in Dimapur seems to be going downhill as each year progresses. Dimapur which was a subdivision in Kohima district became a full fledged district in 1997 and comprised of Niuland, Chumukedima (Nichugard and prior to that Samaguting) and Dhansiripar sub-division.

In 2022, Dimapur was trifurcated and now there are three districts- DimapurChumukedima-Niuland. While the wisdom of the Government cannot be questioned- one wonders whether it was necessary to trifurcate the commercial capital district of the state into three without properly demarcating the inter-district boundaries and jurisdiction of the District authorities/departments. Proper planning of the development of the two new districts of Niuland and Chumukedima will be extremely helpful and in fact be the pride of Nagaland, however, there are certain issues which are

required to be attended to on a war footing so that the commercial capital can continue to be a place where the people can continue to live with grace and pride on the one hand and trade and commerce can be smoothly conducted and Dimapur can continue to flourish. A few suggestions are made in this regard.

1. Traffic has to be managed properly. While it may not be possible to expand the span of the roads, flyovers at strategic locations is a must. Driving in Dimapur has become a nightmare, there is no proper parking spaces created within the city and people park on the already narrow road itself making it impossible to have a smooth flow of traffic. There is an absolute need for multistoried parking at strategic locations within the city, People would be more than willing to pay the required parking charges just to do shopping or to attend to official/ bank or other work. In fact in many colonies,

For NSCN, spearheading the Naga political movement, the signing of 1997 IndoNaga Ceasefire and the starting of political talks as invited by the Government of India had huge political implications. It was mean to make redundant the past political decisions and do away with factors extraneous to the IndoNaga political issue. Thus, Article 371(A) as inserted into the Part XXI of the Indian Constitution in the year 1962 or 16 Point Agreement of 1960, no longer bears any political meaning as the historic Framework Agreement signed between the Nagas as represented by NSCN and Government of India on 3rd August 2015 has come into existence to nullify all the past acts of injustice to the Nagas and bring new solution/agreement that is honorable and acceptable.

Framework Agreement was not signed in clandestine manner. It took as many as 13 years of tough negotiations after Government of India granted official recognition to the uniqueness of Naga history and situation in 2002.

The Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi was so much carried away by such political achievement that he made the arrangement to make the world bear living witness to the signing of the Framework Agreement as the high profile signing ceremony was live-telecast worldwide. Going further, he called up all top political leaders of different political parties to share with them that he has solved the longest insurgency issue in Southeast Asia.

But the irony is that Prime Minister Modi is still not around to implement his brainchild Framework Agreement even after more than seven years.

As the world celebrates ‘May’ as World Mental Health Awareness month, I would like to bring into light what Trauma is, its causes and how it affects adults in general and how they respond to it Psychologically and Physically.

Trauma is an incident where a person may witness or experience a shocking, dangerous or terrifying life threatening event, that may cause physical, emotional, spiritual, or psychological harm. It is where a person may feel physically threatened or extremely frightened as a result. It can disrupt individual’s daily life with depression, anxiety, anger, intense fear, flashbacks, nightmare, isolation, dramatic mood shifts, insomnia and paranoia. The traumatic experience could also affect and alter perceptions. This can lead

the streets are so narrow that fire engines cannot enter, not to talk of other disasters. Flyover from Nagarjan point towards Thahekhu area would be of tremendous help. Recent removal of food carts from City Tower area by the administration was a step in the right direction, however alternative location needs to be provided as those removed as they will lose their means of livelihood and they are just struggling unemployed youth. Some of them have now apparently moved towards Duncan colony but there is space constraint. Perhaps Naga Shopping Arcade could serve as a good alternative but this has to be carefully planned and earmarked.

2. Drainage and Waste management: In most colonies, come the rains, the drains are clogged with plastic wastage thrown indiscriminately mostly by residents of the area and sometimes the passers by, this leads to

Naturally, it was a tough going for NSCN. But when the going gets tough, the tough get going. In response to the unpredictable situation as reflected by the attitude of the Government of India, indulging in delaying tactics under one pretext or the other, without any demonstrative commitment to implement what has been agreed upon at highest level, NSCN put on record to call for Naga National Assembly on 31st May, 2022 wherein a resolute stand was taken that it shall never deviate from the Naga National Principle at any cost and uphold and protect the unique history. This implies that under no circumstances the core issues of Naga National Flag and Constitution (Yehzabo) that symbolized the Naga National identity will be compromised in the name of Naga political solution. Significantly, the letter and spirit of the Framework Agreement is very sharp and clear.

The Framework Agreement says, “The government of India recognizes the unique history and position of the Nagas.”

By unique history, it means- the Nagas have the history of independence. The Nagas have neither been a part of Union of India nor that of Burma (Myanmar), nor any other powers by consent or by conquest. Flag and constitution are constituent parts of sovereignty. There is no ambiguity about it.

Naga Political Rights Upheld as Sacrosanct is inviolable Any Naga political group seeking Naga political solution under the terms of the Indian constitution would be repeating the past mistakes and tantamount to violating the sanctity of God given Naga political rights.

MIP, NSCN/GPRN

flooding. There is no point blaming DMC or the authorities for this. Change in attitude has to come from the citizens themselves for disposing waste in each household. Civic authorities must then ensure that garbage is regularly picked up from designated points. Many right thinking citizens do make efforts to do social work and clean up but that is once in a while and certainly not enough to deal with this gigantic problem. Some plants that can convert the waste to energy or even fertilizers or road construction materials need to come up at the earliest. Indore is the cleanest city in India as it has efficient waste trearment plants.

3. Treatment of Dhansiri river and making it navigable and even have access to potable after necessary filteration. This is certainly a very tall order but not impossible. Let us look to some of the cities in the World for inspiration. Hudson river,

New York, Sienne river in Paris, Thames in London, Nile in Cairo, Potomac in Washington, Brahmaputra in Guwahati , Dhansiri in Dimapur and the list goes on in most parts of the world. Civilisations have grown around the world either on the rivers or the sea. Unfortunately, Dhansiri happens to be amongst the most polluted small rivers in India as per national survey. We are getting so much from nature and the river but are we doing anything worthwhile to preserve it or conserve it ? proper conservation and treatment can change Dimapur and the adjoining areas and improve our lives tremendously.

4. Dimapur City Centre : All important/ successful cities in the world have city centres or important points of meeting. When we travel around the World and visit various cities particularly those that are doing well, we come across city centres which are not only must see but

are like nerve centres and are part of the character of the city. Some examples are Times square, New York-Champs de elysee in Paris- Picadilly circus, London- La Rambla, Barcelona and so on so forth. The Naga shopping Arcade was a well planned complex and would have made an excellent city centre but unfortunately it has not been maintained well and has become dilapidated however the main problem may be the so called allottees and perhaps some unions which have been formed and of course those dealing in questionable items. It would require a very strong will of the Government to bring it in line. One important saying comes to mind “ better late than never “ which the Government of the day must remember.

Corruption of society reflects the corruption of the self

Corruption, in all its forms, has plagued societies throughout history. Whether it manifests as political bribery, embezzlement, or the abuse of power, corruption undermines the very fabric of society and hampers progress. However, an intriguing perspective emerges when we consider the correlation between the corruption of society and the corruption of the self. It is a thought-provoking notion that suggests that the rot in our communities is often a reflection of the moral decay within individuals.

At its core, society is composed of individuals who come together to form a collective. Each person brings their own set of values, beliefs, and ethical principles, which shape the norms and functioning of the community. When individuals within that society engage in corrupt practices, it erodes the moral fiber that holds the community together.

The corruption of the self refers to the internal moral deterioration that occurs when individuals abandon their values and succumb to unethical behavior. This can manifest in various ways, such as indulging in dishonesty, engaging in fraud, or exploiting others for personal gain. When individuals prioritize their self-interests over the common good, they contribute to a culture of corruption. A society riddled with corruption becomes a breeding ground for further

misconduct. As corrupt practices become more prevalent and accepted, they permeate every aspect of life, from political institutions to business transactions and even personal relationships. Trust erodes, and people become suspicious of one another, leading to a breakdown in social cohesion.

Moreover, the corruption of society and the self is a cyclical phenomenon. When corruption becomes ingrained in the social fabric, it influences the behavior and mindset of individuals. Growing up in a corrupt environment normalizes unethical practices, making it more likely for individuals to engage in similar behavior. The cycle continues as these individuals perpetuate corruption, passing it on to future generations Psychologically, the corruption of the self can be attributed to various factors. Greed, the desire for power, and the fear of missing out on opportunities are all drivers of corrupt behavior. Additionally, societal pressures, lack of moral guidance, and a culture that glorifies wealth and success at any cost contribute to the erosion of ethical standards.

Addressing the corruption of society requires a multi-faceted approach that encompasses both systemic and individual changes. On a systemic level, governments, institutions, and regulatory bodies must implement robust measures to prevent and pun-

Trauma and its effect on adults

to the belief that the world around them is unsafe and other people are dangerous or in extreme cases, create altered personalities to help them cope with the trauma. This leads to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD can cause an intense physical and emotional response to any thought or memory of the event. It can last for months or years following trauma. However, symptoms may not appear until several months or even years later.

CAUSES OF TRAUMA:

1. War

2. Childhood abuse

3. Domestic violence

4. Natural disasters

5. Severe illness or injury

6. Threatened death experience

7. Death of your loved ones

8. Waking during sur-

gery

9. News about terminal illness

10. Physical, sexual or psychological torture

11. Childbirth experiences, such as losing a baby or excessive bleeding during delivery

PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL

TRAUMA RESPONSE

IN ADULTS:

Trauma may be the invisible factor stimulating those overwhelmingly intense feelings and causing an over-reliance on survival instincts, sometimes referred to as a trauma response. It is also the reflexive use of over-adaptive coping mechanisms in the real or perceived presence of a traumatic event. It is, when there is not any danger around, and you will still find yourself hypervigilant and activated, as if you are unable to return to a baseline of relative se-

curity. Some of the trauma responses are as follows:

FLIGHT RE -

SPONSE: Fleeing from the threat;

Panic

Anxiety

Overthinking

Workaholic

Hyper-vigilant

Difficulty sitting still

Obsessive Compulsive behavior

FIGHT RESPONSE:

Fighting back against the perpetrators or threat to survive;

Irritability

Aggressive

Anger Outburst

Explosive behavior

Narcissistic personality

FREEZE RE -

SPONSE: Freezing in the face of threat to avoid being further targeted by the Predator;

Isolating Numbness Indecisive

ish corruption. This includes strengthening anti-corruption laws, ensuring transparency and accountability, and fostering a culture of integrity. However, true change begins at the individual level. Each person must cultivate a strong moral compass and prioritize ethical behavior. This involves self-reflection, questioning one’s own motivations, and making conscious choices that align with one’s values. Education and awareness campaigns play a crucial role in promoting ethical conduct and instilling a sense of responsibility and empathy in individuals. It is essential to recognize that combating corruption requires collective action. When individuals actively reject corrupt practices and hold themselves and others accountable, they contribute to the creation of a society that values integrity and fairness.

The corruption of society is intricately linked to the corruption of the self. The choices and actions of individuals shape the moral landscape of communities, either strengthening or weakening the social fabric. By acknowledging the connection between personal ethics and societal corruption, we can foster a culture that values integrity, honesty, and transparency. Only then can we hope to create a society free from the devastating effects of corruption.

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Dissociation

Feeling stuck Immobilizations

FAWN RESPONSE:

Placating a caregiver or person in power to get basic needs met;

Prioritise others

No boundaries

Overwhelmed

Lack of identity

Over dependent

People pleasing personality

TREATMENT

PLANNER:

Counseling

Psychotherapy

Medication

Mindfulness exercises

Psychopharmacotherapy incase of psychosis

Self-care, Exercises, Healthy and balanced lifestyle

Most people experience a traumatic event at some point in their lives. Some may experience symptoms of shock and distress, some recover

within a short period, yet some may experience in more long-term because the effects shows differently on different people. Practicing the above mentioned treatment planner may not at one go heal a person with PTSD but it will sure improve their quality of life.

Niutoli Tuccu Rehabilitation Psychologist (RCI)

General Secretary

All Nagaland Counselor Association (ANCA)

The writer runs a home based Counseling Service under the name NT_ Revivify Counseling Service at Thahekhu Village Dimapur Nagaland, and can be found in FB/ IG under the mentioned service. An article written for Psycho-education and awareness of Trauma and it’s effects on Adults, on occasion of Mental health Awareness Month.

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Biren Singh appeals for peace

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IMPHAL, MAY 26: Efforts are being made to hold peace talks with all sections of people, said Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Friday.

Addressing reporters at his secretariat, Singh informed that Union minister of state for home Nityanand Rai who is camping in the state has started holding meetings with different Civil Society Organizations (CSOs).

Rai will visit places like Kangpokpi, Churachandpur and Moreh to hold talks with the CSOs based in the areas, the chief minister said.

He informed that additional security forces had been brought into the state and security personnel consisting of CAPF, state police, Manipur Rifles, IRB and VDF had been deployed at 38 highly vulnerable areas.

The state did face shortage of manpower in

the state security forces earlier as a large number of them were utilized in the recently concluded elections to other states.

“Now, all of them have returned and deployed in vulnerable areas,” he said.

The chief minister said that informed that a team of legislators from the ruling party had visited Guwahati (Assam) and met Union home minister Amit Shah, apprising him of the prevailing unrest situation in Manipur.

He appealed to the public to take part in the

BJP leader arrested for taking money to provide govt jobs

GUWAHATI, MAY 26

(IANS): A BJP leader has been arrested in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district for allegedly collecting Rs 9.52 crore from a number of people in the name of providing them government jobs, an official said on Friday.

Moon Ingtipi, a leader of the Kishan Morcha wing of the BJP, was arrested on Thursday. Following the arrest, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has expelled her from her position as well as the party.

A senior police officer told IANS on Friday that they have received numerous complaints against her, and on the basis of an official complaint, they launched an investigation.

“We uncovered enough evidence to make an arrest. The police team is looking into the situation more thoroughly,” said Karbi Anglong district’s Additional SP, Nayan Barman.

After Ingtipi allegedly demanded a significant sum of money from some people under the pretence of offering them jobs in various government departments in Assam, the matter recently came to light.

Ingtipi is accused of extorting approximately Rs 9.52 crore from a number of people.

Some of the victims who suffered financial losses said that Ingtipi had previously used Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s name to collect money. A victim told the reporters: “She also stated that Tuliram Ronghang, the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council, is her close friend.”

Following her arrest, the Assam unit of BJP dismissed her from her position in Kishan Morcha and asked her to quit the party.

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meeting to get a long lasting solution while urging the public to maintain a peaceful environment so that the Union home minister could be apprised of the prevailing situation of the state.

Asking the public not to have apprehension, the chief minister informed that operations to flush out armed militants in various areas in the hill-valley peripheries have already started.

“The state government is making all its possible efforts to hold peace talks with all sections of

pe ople,” he said, adding that meetings were also being held with various peace committees formed in the wake of the prevailing unrest situation in Manipur.

The chief minister, then, reiterated the government’s appeal to the people to refrain from violent activities and not to believe or spread any unfounded information rumours, which could create tension among different communities.

He sought support of the public towards government efforts to bring normalcy.

“The government is unbiased in its efforts,” Singh said while informing that paramilitary forces along with state forces had also been deployed to safeguard certain areas of Imphal inhabited by the Kuki community.

Informing that so far around 495 guns had been returned out of more than 1000 guns snatched from different police stations, the chief minister reiterated his

appeal to return it. He said that security forces will start conducting search operations to recover the snatched arms. Besides, those who concealed the arms would face legal consequences.

Attending the news conference, state water resources minister Awangbow Newmai said that on their meeting with Union home minister Amit Shah at Guwahati, a delegation of the ministers and MLAs of the ruling parties led Speaker Th Satyabarta had briefed the Union home minister about the prevailing situation of the state.

Newmai further informed that the Union home minister had assured that there would be no shortage of supply of essential commodities in the state, adding that the situation of the state would be normalized soon. Some ministers and MLAs of the ruling parties also attended the news conference.

AHRC takes cognisance of pipe burst in Ghy

GUWAHATI, MAY 26

(PTI): The Assam Human Rights Commission (AHRC) on Friday took suo motu cognisance of the water pipeline burst here in which a woman was killed and five people were injured.

The Commission directed the Kamrup Metro District Magistrate to con-

duct an inquiry and submit a report to the AHRC at the earliest, Commission member Satnau Bharali said in a press release.

He pointed out that the actual cause of the pipe burst in Khargul area here on Thursday was not known and the District Magistrate must examine all the aspects associated

with the incident. The District Magistrate must mention in the report the names and addresses of those who died, and the injured.

It should also include the names and addresses of the owners whose cars, houses and business establishments were damaged in the incident.

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(PTI): The police recovered a stolen Buddhist holy book from an Arunachal Pradesh village after a nine-hour trek and four persons were arrested in connection with the theft.

A police officer said the holy book which was stolen from a monastery in Tawang district last month was recovered from a place in Luguthang village on Wednesday. The four accused were arrested from Meragoh village on Monday for allegedly stealing the book from Luguthang monastery on April 29, the police officer said.

After receipt of a written complaint from one Tsering Chombey, the district police, led by Jang police station officer in-charge, Pema Wangchu, launched an investigation and arrested the four persons.

“During interrogation, they revealed that they had stolen the holy book (Ser Choi) from Luguthang Gonpa and had hidden it at a place near Luguthang village,” the police officer said.

A police team, accompanied by two of the accused persons, recovered the stolen book from Luguthang village after nine hours of trekking from Meragoh.

GUWAHATI, MAY 26 (PTI): Over 18 lakh houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G) have been sanctioned in Assam so far, with construction of more than 11 lakh houses completed, state Panchayat and Rural Development (P&RD) Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass said on Friday.

Addressing a press conference here, Dass said more than 19 lakh beneficiaries are covered under the PMAY-G in the state.

“Since the inception of the programme and in alignment with the objective of the programme, i.e ‘Housing for All’, Assam has sanctioned 18,30,400 PMAY-G houses.

“Of these, 11,63,417 houses have be completed, of which 7,59,163 were done during the last two years,” he said.

The Panchayat and Rural Development minister said the remaining are targeted to be completed by August 15 this year.

Since the fiscal 202223 till date, the state has incurred an expenditure of Rs 12,504.79 crore for implementation of the PMAY-G, Dass said.

He also said that the state government has so far provided land to 40,096 landless PMAY-G beneficiaries.

“To accommodate the landless PMAY-G beneficiaries, the state has taken the initiative to provide land to construct a cluster of PMAY-G houses. Simultaneous efforts are being undertaken to mobilise funds from different programmes and CSR to provide other facilities in the cluster,” Dass said.

He said seven clusters have been completed so far covering 99 beneficiaries and work in 19 clusters are going on, covering 838 beneficiaries, across 10 districts.

“Also, we have formulated a standard operating procedure for PMAY-G housing in tea garden areas. So far, 81,638 beneficiaries have been covered under it,” the minister added.

He also said that the state government is planning a mass ‘griha pravesh’ ceremony for more than 2.5 lakh completed houses.

Over 3,400 masons have also been trained in the state to meet locally the demand for skilled manpower for constructing the PMAYG houses, he said.

“A regional conference of nine eastern region states will be held in Assam on June 2-3 to monitor the process of implementation of the scheme as well as to share best practices amongst the states,” Dass added.

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Currency management exercise: RBI to Delhi HC on 2K note issue

NEW DELHI, MAY 26

(IANS): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday told the Delhi High Court that its decision to withdraw Rs 2,000 notes from circulation is only a “currency management exercise and not demonetisation”.

The central bank defended its decision on a PIL filed by petitioner lawyer Rajneesh Bhaskar Gupta challenging RBI’s decision.

The PIL argued that it lacks the independent authority, as per the RBI Act, to make such a decision.

Appearing for the bank, Senior Advocate Parag P. Tripathi urged before the court that the matter be heard on a later date as the bench has already reserved its judgment in a similar PIL by petitioner lawyer Ashwini Upadhya.

“This is a currency management exercise and not demonetisation. The bench has earlier reserved judgment in a matter. I am suggesting that let that order come and we can have it after that. Most of what is being contented would have been dealt with it there. It is the pure nature of economic policy,” Tripathi said.

The petitioner has contended that the withdrawal of the banknotes after 4-5 years, with a specific deadline, is deemed “unjust, arbitrary, and contrary to public policy”.

“This is beyond the jurisdiction of the RBI. There is no provision in the RBI Act saying that RBI can take such a decision independently. I would have understood if the central government had taken the decision,” the petitioner said.

After hearing the parties, the court posted the matter for next hearing on May 29.

The parties were asked to submit a short note in the matter.

“Counsel for the RBI has informed the court that another petition with the same subject matter has been heard. He prays for listing on Monday. List on Monday,” the court said.

The PIL says: “It is respectfully submitted that the RBI, as Respondent no 1, does not possess independent power under the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, to direct the nonissue or discontinuance of

any denominational value banknotes. Such power is exclusively vested with the Central Government, as stated in section 24 (2) of the RBI Act, 1934.”

The PIL highlights that the circular in question fails to indicate that the decision to withdraw the banknotes has been made by the central government.

It argues that the RBI has provided no explanation other than the “Clean Note Policy” for taking such a significant and arbitrary step of withdrawing the banknotes from circulation, without adequately considering the potential repercussions for the general public.

Referring to the provisions of the RBI’s clean note policy, the PIL points out that damaged, counterfeit, or soiled banknotes of any denomination are typically withdrawn from circulation and replaced with newly printed ones.

“However, in the present case, only the Rs 2,000 denomination is being withdrawn within a specific deadline, without any indication of the RBI introducing a similar replacement banknote into circulation,”

Rupee rises 14 paise to close at 82.58

MUMBAI, MAY 26

(PTI): The rupee appreciated by 14 paise to 82.58 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday, supported by foreign capital inflows and a positive trend in domestic equities.

However, the elevated level of the US dollar against major crosses overseas restricted the upward movement in the domestic unit, forex traders said.

The dollar index is trading above the 104-level on safe-haven appeal, as US President Joe Biden and Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy are reportedly close to reaching an agreement on the US debt ceiling.

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the local unit opened at 82.73 against the US dollar and settled at 82.58 (provisional), up 14 paise over its previous close.

During the day, the domestic unit witnessed an intra-day high of 82.56 and a low of 82.73 in the day trade.

On Thursday, the rupee closed at 82.72 against the US currency.

“The Indian rupee erases weekly losses amid a rally in the domestic equities followed by foreign fund inflows and recovery in the Asian currencies,” said Dilip Parmar, Research Analyst, HDFC

Securities. Investors are keeping an eye on a potential debtceiling deal, which could happen over the weekend ahead of the US Holiday on Monday.

“The rupee has been propped up by attractive carry trade after a recent pause from the RBI. Spot USD/INR is expected to find support around 82.50 amid month-end inflows from MSCI rebalancing while 82.90 remains the biggest hurdle to cross,” Parmar added. The dollar index, which gauges the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies, fell 0.19 per cent to 104.04.

Gold falls Rs 160 to Rs 60,080/10 gm; silver climbs Rs 360

advocate Gupta further emphasises in the PIL. The PIL raises concerns over the impact of withdrawing the Rs 2,000 banknote, claiming that small vendors and shopkeepers have already ceased accepting it.

It further argues that the RBI has not provided any clarification regarding the benefits to either the RBI or the national economy from withdrawing the Rs 2,000 denomination. The PIL also drew attention to the well-known hardships faced by citizens during the demonetisation of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes in 2016.

“It is respectfully contended that the Rs 2,000 denomination, printed in 2016 and thereafter, remains in excellent condition with robust security features and does not necessitate withdrawal from circulation, be it under the Clean Note Policy or any other grounds. Furthermore, the Clean Note Policy specifically mandates the withdrawal of damaged, counterfeit, or soiled banknotes, rather than the withdrawal of all intact banknotes,” Gupta states in the PIL.

Rio holds consultation on ILP...

NEW DELHI, MAY 26 (PTI): Gold prices declined Rs 160 to Rs 60,080 per 10 grams in the national capital on Friday amid weak global trends, according to HDFC Securities. The precious metal had ended at Rs 60,240 per 10 grams in the previous trading session.

Silver, however, climbed Rs 360 to Rs 72,500 per kilogramme.

“Spot gold prices in the Delhi markets traded at Rs 60,080 per 10 grams, down Rs 160 per 10 grams,” Saumil Gandhi, Senior Analyst - Commodities, HDFC Securities, said. In the overseas market, gold was quoting lower at USD 1,953 per ounce, while silver was trading higher at USD 23.10 per ounce. Gold prices edged lower in Asian trading hours on Friday.

(From p-1) would not be accorded, but permanent resident status would be accorded to those who had settled in Nagaland prior to 1963. For those who have settled in Nagaland after 1963, they would be given temporary resident status.

Further, with regard to businessmen/traders and other categories appropriate documents/IDs would be issued. For people in transit and shoppers who enter and leave Dimapur the same day, they would be exempted from applying for ILP.

The chief minister further told the members present that possessing such documents would rather be beneficial as this would avoid any kind of harassment from unwanted elements who would try to exploit the situation. It was made known that the implementation of ILP and Register of Indigenous Inhabitant of Nagaland was to create a data base to identify the indigenous inhabitants of Nagaland. Sources said that the leaders of the non-Naga community sought more time to hold consultations with their community members. In this regard, it was learnt that the chief minister gave them three-month time to hold consultation and to revert back to the government.

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He advised the youngsters to understand that it was important to realise one’s own talent while pursuing for their career. Further, he said a civil

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Central leaders meet Kuki leaders in Kangpokpi

KANGPOKPI, MAY 26 (AGENCIES): Minister of State Ministry of Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, and BJP National Spokesperson Sambit Patra on Friday met several Civil Society Organizations and the Committee on Tribals Unity Sadar Hills at Kangpokpi District headquarters.

The two arrived in an IAF chopper which landed at Brig. M. Thomas ground at around 1:40 pm in the afternoon. The proposed meeting place scheduled at the DC office Kangpokpi was denied by the tribals Kuki leaders and shifted to 22 Assam Rifles Kangpokpi post. During the meeting that lasted for almost 2 hours, the spokesperson of the Committee on Tribals Unity, Sadar Hills, K. Sitlhou apprised the central leaders on the chronology of

the violence, alleged atrocities, and crime committed upon Kukis with papers and video evidence, which the two central leaders patiently listened and watched.

After listening to the grievances and watching the video evidence presented by the COTU leader, Minister of State (MHA), Nityanand Rai said that the Centre is

for its people and justice will definitely prevail.

Lamenting the loss of lives and properties, he said with peace everything is possible. He appreciated the Kukis for their tireless support to BJP and assured that justice will be delivered.

Meanwhile, BJP National Spokesperson, Sambit Patra who accompanied the Minister of State (MHA) said that as the Home Minister Amit Shah had categorically asserted at Guwahati on Thursday that rioters in Manipur will never be spared and justice will be done.

“Today we are not talking about solutions because our Home Minister is the right man who would be talking about how we move ahead”, added Patra. He appeal to have complete faith in the Constitu-

tion of our country and the home minister.

“We are neutral bodies, we belong to everyone, yet, we belong to none,” the BJP national spokesperson said.

The Kuki women leaders also highlighted the atrocities and crime committed upon the Kuki women to the two visiting central leaders and sought solutions to the problems of the Kukis.

Meanwhile, COTU’s sit in protest culminated on Friday at Leikop village in Kangpokpi district.

Meanwhile, the ITLF Media Cell reported that the Minister of State for Home Affairs and BJP Spokesperson made the tribal leaders at Lamka wait for more than 3 hours and also changed the venue from 27 Sector AR Post to DC office in the last minute.

Over 1000 km long highway to be built in Arunachal near intl border

ITANAGAR, MAY 26

(IANS): An ambitious 1,748-km-long Frontier Highway would be constructed linking West Kameng district in western Arunachal Pradesh and with Changlang district in the eastern region of the state, bordering China, Myanmar and Bhutan.

A top engineer of the Highways (PWD) department of Arunachal Pradesh government on Thursday said that the 1,811-km-long Trans Arunachal Highway is near completion, and the focus now is on the Frontier Highway and inter-connectivity corridor projects, which were recently approved by the Centre.

He said that the Frontier Highway is proposed to begin from Bomdila in West Kameng (bordering China and Bhutan) and end at Vijaynagar in Changlang (bordering Myanmar), covering a distance of 1,748 km.

The highway would be constructed by the National Highways and Infrastruc -

ture Development Corporation under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MRTH), and Border Road Organisation besides the state PWD.

The MRTH has identified six inter-connectivity corridors to connect National Highway-15 in Assam with the Trans Arunachal Highway (NH-13) and the proposed Frontier Highway (NH-913). Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday

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(PTI): At least 117 pigs have died in Meghalaya due to African Swine Fever, a top Veterinary and Animal Husbandry department official said.

About 50 pigs have died at a government farm in Dalu in the West Garo Hills district and another 5 died in another government farm in Pynursla in the East Khasi Hills district, the official said.

AASU to protest govt’s decision to teach maths, science in English

GUWAHATI, MAY 26

(PTI): The All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) on Friday announced a month-long agitation against the state government’s decision to teach maths and science in English in vernacular medium schools from Class 6 onwards.

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“At least 117 pigs have died in 4 districts of the state affecting 11 villages. The deaths have occurred since last month and they tested positive for ASF,” Veterinary and Animal Husbandry department secretary Dr Manjunatha C told PTI. Another 40 pigs have died in eight villages in RiBhoi and 22 pigs reportedly died in Nongstoin town of West Khasi Hills district. The veterinary department first reported the outbreak of ASF last month following which instructions were issued under the Prevention and Control of Infectious and Contagious Diseases in Animals Act, 2009, banning slaughter, movement of pigs and supplies at the affected villages and within 10 km of its vicinity.

The series of agitation will culminate with a meeting of academicians and educationists on June 27 at Guwahati, All Assam Students’ Union president (in-charge) and secretary Utpal Sarma and Sankarjyoti Boruah said here.

“The decision of the government to teach maths and science in English from Class 6 is detrimental to the growth of Assamese, Bodo and other local languages. We have been opposing it since it was announced last year.

“Now, we will launch a month-long agitation from May 27 to press for withdrawal of the decision,” they said.

Rather than taking such decisions, students in vernacular medium schools should be taught English properly so that they can be fluent in the

It will be followed by a 10-hour fast by all ‘anchalik’ (regional) committees of All Assam Students’ Union on May 31 and a ‘gana satyagraha’ at Guwahati on June 6. All the local committees will undertake a mass awareness drive regarding the government’s decision from June 8 to 14, followed by protest demonstrations at the district level on June 15 and a bicycle procession on June 24 in all the sub-divisions.

The stir will end with a meeting of academicians on June 27 in Guwahati.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, at a review meeting of the Education department in July last year, had directed for the introduction of English as a medium of instruction for science and maths from Class 6 till Class 12, along with the continuation of the teaching of both subjects in the Assamese language.

Nityanand Rai and Sambit Patra felicitated in Kangpokpi.

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Man booked for raping minor girl in Goa

PANAJI, MAY 26 (IANS): A 28-year-old man has been booked by Goa police for allegedly raping a minor girl and impreganting her in South Goa district. Police told IANS that the mother of the victim has filed a complaint stating that the accused person raped her daughter, because of which, she became pregnant. The accused individual is identified as Rahul Chandra from West Bengal. “He is working in Goa. But presently he is absconding. We are looking out for him,” police said.

DRI seize drugs worth Rs 1,500 cr

RAIGAD, MAY 26 (IANS): Huge quantities of various narcotics and psychotropic drugs worth around Rs 1,500 crore, seized by the Department of Revenue Intelligence and the Narcotics Cell, were burned and destroyed at the MIDC in Taloja on Friday, officials said. The drugs that were reduced to ashes at the Mumbai Waste Management Ltd premises, included heroin (16.633 kg), cocaine (9.035 kg), methamphetamine (198.1 kg), marijuana (32.915 kg), mandrax tablets (81.91 kg) and MDMA tablets (134 gms), said an official.

2 arrested for moral policing in K’taka

CHIKKABALLAPUR, MAY 26 (IANS): The Karnataka Police arrested two persons on Friday in connection with a moral policing case involving a Hindu man and a Muslim woman in Chikkaballapur district. The arrested persons were identified as 20-year-old Wayeed and 21-year-old Saddam, both residents of Nakkalakunte in Chikkaballapur. The police have launched a hunt for another accused, Imran. The incident of a group of youths belonging to the Muslim community thrashing a Hindu boy for hanging out with his Muslim female friend had come to light on Thursday. The accused had also attacked the girl and threatened her. Man drains reservoir in search of lost iPhone

RAIPUR, MAY 26 (IANS): A Chhattisgarh government official has been suspended for draining a reservoir in Kanker district after he accidentally dropped his smartphone in the water.

Rajesh Vishwas, a food inspector in Kanker district, was enjoying a trip with his friends when he accidentally dropped his Apple iPhone, valued at Rs 1.5 lakh, into the reservoir. The incident took place in Paralkot reservoir at Pakhanjur in Kanker district on Monday. According to sources, Vishwas and his friends first searched for the phone, but they could not retrieve it.

Man booked for thrashing dogs in UP

SHAHJAHANPUR (UP) MAY 26 (PTI):

A 19-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly beating up two dogs here, police said on Friday.

A purported video of the incident surfaced on the internet on Tuesday where a youth was seen mercilessly beating two dogs with sticks, Superintendent of Police P S Anand told PTI.

Man gets 20 years in jail raping minor

KOTA (RAJ), MAY 26 (PTI): A special court here has sentenced a 29-year-old man to 20 years’ imprisonment for abducting and repeatedly raping a minor last year.

The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) court also slapped the convict with a fine of Rs 40,000.

New Parl inauguration row: Sceptre Sengol dragged into political fight

NEW DELHI/CHENNAI, MAY 26 (PTI): With the new Parliament building set to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, there was no let-up in the war of words between the BJP and the Congress on Friday over the event and the ceremonial sceptre Sengol was also dragged into the political row.

Prime Minister Modi said the new Parliament building to be inaugurated on Sunday will make every Indian proud and shared a video of the new complex, as several union ministers hit out at the 20 opposition parties including the Congress over their decision to boycott the inauguration ceremony. He also urged people to share the video on the social media platform using the hashtag ‘My Parliament My Pride’.

A group of 270 eminent citizens including former bureaucrats, ambassadors and veterans

condemned the opposition parties for their decision and claimed that all the “family-first” parties have come together to boycott all that represents India.

The Supreme Court, meanwhile, refused to entertain a PIL seeking a direction to the Lok Sabha Secretariat for inauguration of the new Parliament building by President Droupadi Murmu, saying, “it is not a function of the court to look into this”.

While Union Home Minister Amit Shah ac -

Rahul gets NOC from Delhi court for issuance of ordinary passport for 3 years

NEW DELHI, MAY 26

cused the Congress of reducing the Sengol to a “walking stick”, BJP president J P Nadda said what connects the boycotting parties is their dynastic leadership whose “monarchic” methods are at loggerheads with the principles of the Constitution.

Shah said the Congress needs to”reflect” on its behaviour as he denounced the party’s claim that there was no evidence of the Sengol being a symbol of transfer of power by the British to India in 1947. The golden Sengol

will be installed near the Chair of the Speaker in the new Parliament building.

“Why does the Congress party hate Indian traditions and culture so much? A sacred Sengol was given to Pandit Nehru by a holy Saivite Mutt from Tamil Nadu to symbolize India’s freedom but it was banished to a museum as a ‘walking stick’,” Shah tweeted.

“Now, Congress has heaped another shameful insult. The Thiruvaduthurai Adheenam, a holy Saivite Mutt, itself spoke about the importance of the Sengol at the time of India’s freedom,” he said Congress, he further posted, is calling the “Adheenam’s history as BOGUS! Congress needs to reflect on their behaviour”. The Tamil tradition of a high priest presenting a sceptre to a newly crowned king as a symbolic gesture dates back to the Chola dynasty.

Reddy kicks off housing plots distribution scheme

families is a legendary moment in the history of the state as well as the country as the state government took up a long legal fight to give land to the poor by even going up to the Supreme Court. We are witnessing this moment right here in Amaravati,” Reddy said.

In a symbolic gesture, he distributed the documents for a few women.

AMARAVATI, MAY 26

(PTI): Andhra Pradesh

Chief Minister Y S Jagan

Mohan Reddy on Friday kicked off a week-long programme to distribute housing plots for 50,793 eligible poor women at Venkatapalem village in Guntur district within Amaravati area.

Besides the housing plots, the Chief Minister has also launched the programmme to hand over Andhra Pradesh Township And Infrastructure Development Corporation (APTIDCO) houses to 5,024 beneficiaries which were constructed at a cost

of Rs 444 crore in the Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) region. For the land given to the poor, documents for plots worth up to Rs 10 lakh will be given away, including photographing and geo-tagging each of the beneficiary in her own plot, spread across 25 layouts and 1,400 acres located in Tadikonda and Mangalagiri Assembly constituencies.

These plots created by the government amending the CRDA Act to facilitate allotment of house sites for the poor.

“This festival of distributing lands to 50,000

OFFI C E OF THE TSUNGIKI VILLAGE COUNCIL

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CONDEMNATION NOTE

The Tsungiki Village Council vehemently condemns the blatant and irresponsible action where some miscreants burned down the private residence of its Chairman Shri. Janthungo Kikon in the wee hour of 22nd May 2023.

While it is pertinent to note that Shri. Janthungo Kikon is a much respected, honest, responsible and law-abiding member of the Village. He has been actively serving the society through various capacities. Presently he is an Executive Member of Lotha Hoho, Treasurer of Wokha District Village Council Chairman Association (WDVCCA), Chairman of Chukitong Range Village Council Chairman Association, Finance Secretary of Wokha District Football Association (WDFA) and the incumbent Chairman of Tsungiki Village Council.

Therefore, the Tsungiki Village Council explicitly warn that it will not remain a mute spectator and demand the law enforcing authority to arrest the culprit/culprits at the earliest possible time and befitting action should be given upon the erring person/persons under relevant sections of law. Failure to do so, the Tsungiki Village Council will initiate its own course of action and the law enforcing body will be held solely responsible in case of any eventualities.

Sd/(SHRI. NPYINGO KIKON) Head GB Tsungiki Village

Sd/(SHRI. E. CHENITHUNG KIKON) Council Secretary Tsungiki Village Council

BEFORE NOTARY PUBLIC / OATH COMMISSIONER NAGALAND DIMAPUR : NAGALAND AFFIDAVIT

I, Shri Ajei Konyak, S/o Makhoh resident of Tizit, Mon District, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as under :

1) That my name was mistakenly written as Ajei in place of Ajei Konyak in my PIMS Code No. PWD18135, and my date of birth was mistakenly written as on 06/03/1964 in place of 10/08/1969 in my said PIMS.

2) That, the names Ajei Konyak and Ajei are one and the same person of my name but my correct name is Ajei Konyak and my correct date of birth was on 10/08/1969.

3) That, the contents of this declaration are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing is concealed thereof. Deponent

Solemnly affirmed and

Addressing a large gathering, the Chief Minister alleged that many opponents, especially opposition TDP-backed farmers had attempted to derail this endeavour legally but failed.

Terming the pattas (land deeds) not just as

mere land documents, the Chief Minister said they are also “social justice documents”, adding that from today Amaravati will be a “social Amaravati”.

Besides giving documents, he said the steps to initiate building houses in the 25 layouts under three options for the beneficiaries to choose from will also begin during this week.

According to the Chief Minister, the state government will spend Rs 2,000 crore to construct the houses and provide infrastructure, benefitting 23,762 women who received plots in 11 layouts in Guntur district and 27,031 from 14 layouts in NTR district.

BEFORE NOTARY PUBLIC / OATH COMMISSIONER NAGALAND DIMAPUR : NAGALAND AFFIDAVIT

I, Shri Yanpoh S/o Benshei resident of Tizit, Mon District, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as under :

1) That my name was mistakenly written as Yanpoh K in place of Yanpoh in my PIMS Code No. PWD18143 and my date of birth was mistakenly written as on 06/05/1994 in place of 06/05/1974 in my said PIMS.

2) That, the names Yanpoh and Yanpoh K are one and the same person of my name but my correct name is Yanpoh and my correct date of birth was on 06/05/1974.

3) That, the contents of this declaration are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing is concealed thereof.

Deponent

Solemnly affirmed and declared before me by the deponent.

Regd. No. 153/23

Dt. 26/5/23

Regd. No. 1805

(PTI): A Delhi court on Friday granted a no-objection certificate (NOC) to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for issuance of an ‘ordinary passport’ for three years instead of 10, the period for which it is normally issued, following an objection raised by BJP leader Subramanian Swamy. The former Congress president had surrendered his diplomatic passport upon his disqualification as an MP.

“I’m partly allowing your application. Not for 10 years but three years,” Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (ACMM) Vaibhav Mehta told Gandhi’s counsel while pronouncing the order in a packed courtroom.

The court noted the National Herald case was pending at the stage of cross examination of the complainant in pre charge evidence and Gandhi has

been regularly appearing either in person or through his counsel and has not hampered or delayed the proceedings.

Rahul Gandhi is an accused in the case in which Swamy is the complainant.

“This court has to take into account the public interests involved and also has to keep in view the rights of the applicant to travel abroad. Therefore, this court after going through the submissions of both the sides and after perusal of the record is of the view that ends of justice would suffice if the applicant is granted NOC for renewal of the passport

of the applicant as per rules for a period of three years,” the judge said.

Gandhi is scheduled to visit the United States in the first week of June during which he will attend meetings and interact with university students. He is slated to visit Washington DC, New York and San Francisco. The Congress leader will likely address Indian Americans, meet lawmakers at the US Capitol, and interact with members of think tanks, Wall Street executives and university students during his stay.

The magisterial court, in the forenoon, reserved its order on Gandhi’s plea for grant of NOC after hearing submissions of his lawyers and Swamy.

Swamy opposed the application, saying it was “devoid of any merit” and insisted the passport should be issued only for one year and renewed every year thereafter.

OFFICE OF THE KHRIMTOMI STUDENTS’ UNION

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Notary Public / Oath Commissioner Nagaland Dimapur : Nagaland

AFFIDAVIT

Date 26/05/2023

I, Shri. N. BONTHUNGO NGULLIE, S/o, N. NGULLIE R/o, Pangti Village, Wokha, Nagaland. That I am a bonafide citizen of India.,That my official name is N. BONTHUNGO NGULLIE, however in my National Open School, New Delhi Marksheet bearing Roll No. 140342204, my name has been recorded as N. BANTHUNGO NGULLIE hence, the stated name represents the same and one person having single identity i.e., myself. That henceforth, I herewith rectified the same and declare that my official name will be N. BONTHUNGO NGULLIE for all official references and correspondences.K-1168/23

AFFIDAVIT (DECLARATION)

Regd. No. 1113, Date: 25/05/2023

I, Shri. Losii Krichena, present resident of New Minister's Hill Colony, Kohima, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under:-

1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India.

2. That my correct and official name is Losii Krichena.

3. That however in some of my Service records and official documents my name has been recorded and entered as (i) Losü Krichena, (ii) Kercho Mao, (ii) Losu Krichena, (iv) Kricho and (v) H.Losu Krichena.

4. That the name Losii Krichena, Losü Krichena, Kercho Mao, Losu Krichena, Kricho and H.Losu Krichena refers to one and the same person i.e. myself.

5. That this affidavit is made to declare that my correct and official name as Losii Krichena and the same shall be used for all official purpose and future references.

6. That this affidavit shall be used as a piece of evidence of the fact and proof as mentioned above and to be used for rectification if arises in future. That the statements in the above paras are true to the best of my knowledge and nothing false has been stated. I sign this affidavit before the Competent Authority at Kohima, on this the 26th day of May, 2023. Deponent NOTARY PUBIC K-1175/23

BEFORE NOTARY PUBLIC / OATH COMMISSIONER NAGALAND DIMAPUR : NAGALAND AFFIDAVIT

I, Shri Ngapa K. S/o Late Ngaopo Konyak resident of Tizit, Mon District, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as under :

1) That the name of my father was mistakenly written as Late Zanhi K in place of Ngaopo Konyak in my PIMS Code No. PWD18162, and my date of birth was mistakenly written as on 25/02/1973 in place of 07/08/1976.

2) That, the names Ngaopo Konyak and Late Zanhi K are one and the same person of my father's name but his correct name is Ngaopo Konyak and my correct date of birth was on 07/08/1976.

3) That, the contents of this declaration are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing is concealed thereof.

Solemnly affirmed and declared before me by the deponent.

No. 154/23

Dt. 26/5/23

Public / Oath Commissioner Nagaland Dimapur : Nagaland

‘Sengol’, a historical sceptre from Tamil Nadu. (PTI)

Rahul Gandhi

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy during an event to distribute houses to women beneficiaries, in Amaravati, Friday. (PTI)

Cong flags ‘betrayal’ as Modi govt completes 9 yrs

NEW DELHI, MAY 26 (PTI/AGENCIES): With

Prime Minister Narendra Modi completing nine years in office, the Congress on Friday demanded his apology for what it said was “betrayal” of the people and asked him nine questions on issues ranging from rising prices and unemployment to national security and social harmony.

The Opposition party also said the government should mark this day as ‘Maafi Diwas’ and released a booklet ‘Nau saal, Nau sawaal’. It said Modi became the prime minister on this day nine years ago and therefore, the party wants to ask nine questions of him.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge took to Twitter and said, “In last 9 years, the Modi govern ment has become a “Vishwaguru” in snatching away employment of crores of youths” and used the hashtag “#NaakamiKe9Saal” to mark the occasion.

Former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi said, “The BJP built its edifice in 9 years on false promises and people’s suffering.”

“Inflation, hatred and unemployment - Prime Minister ji, take responsibility of these failures of yours,” Gandhi said in a tweet in Hindi, using the hashtag and shared the nine questions to the prime minister.

Party general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh told a press conference that

Jairam Ramesh with Supriya Shrinate (2L), Pawan Khera (2R) during a press conference, in New Delhi, Friday. (PTI) Gandhi had raised critical issues during the Bharat Jodo Yatra and the nine questions are based on that.

Flanked by party colleagues Pawan Khera and Supriya Shrinate, Ramesh said the booklet is a report card of the nine years of the Modi government and Congress leaders will hold press conferences in 35 cities across the country on Saturday to highlight the “failures” of the government.

“We want the prime minister to break his silence on these nine questions,” he said, adding that Modi speaks when he needs to be silent and prefers to remain silent when he needs to speak up.

Ramesh also said that during the last nine years, the prime minister has rebranded schemes of the UPA by giving new names to them and has become the ‘prachar mantri’ by working hard on doing branding and marketing of such programmes.

He also claimed that

Forged documents: UPSC considering criminal action

NEW DELHI, MAY 26 (PTI): The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is considering criminal and disciplinary penal action against two candidates for allegedly claiming selection in the civil services examination, the results of which were declared on Tuesday, according to an official statement.

The case relates to Ayasha Makrani (from Madhya Pradesh) and Tushar (from Bihar) who fraudulently claimed that they have been finally recommended by the Commission in the civil services examination 2022 against two roll numbers of genuinely recommended candidates, it said. “The claims of both persons are fake. They have forged the documents in their favour to buttress their claims,” said the statement issued on Friday. By doing so, both

Ayasha Makrani and Tushar have acted in contravention of the provisions of the Rules of the Civil Services Examination, 2022 notified by the government of India (Department of Personnel and Training), it said. Therefore, in accordance with the provisions of the Examination Rules, the UPSC is contemplating both criminal as well as disciplinary penal action against the two candidates for their fraudulent acts, the statement said. “The system of the UPSC is robust as well as foolproof and such errors are not possible,” it added. The UPSC conducts civil services examination annually in three stages -- preliminary, main and interview -- to select officers of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS) and Indian Police Service (IPS), among others.

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The Kulolau Shena Old Küqhakulu (KSOK) conveys our heartiest congratulations to all the successful candidates of HSLC/HSSLC 2023. We wish you all a great success in future endeavours and urge to work harder for the best is yet to come.

PathologicalhatredforPM:BJPtearsintoCongress

The BJP, armed with official growth figures, came all guns blazing against the Congress’s nine questions for Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his nine-year tenure at the Centre. Calling them “a bundle of lies and a mountain of deception”, former minister and top BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad today said he first thought of ignoring it, but it’s such a “big pack of lies” that he felt it necessary to set the record straight.

CVoter Survey: Opinions divided on welfare schemes in 9 yrs of BJP govt

tried to save the country during the Covid crisis. We condemn this strongly,” he said.

Ravi Shankar Prasad said he was ‘amused’ by Congress’s claim that India’s economy is in very bad shape. The Indian economy was a part of the “fragile five” during former PM Manmohan Singh’s tenure, he pointed out, adding that under PM Modi’s nine years at the helm, it is among the top five globally.

the “clean chit” given to China on June 19, 2020 has proved “very dangerous” for India, whereby its negotiating position was weakened.

Posing the questions to the prime minister, he said, “Why is it that inflation and unemployment are skyrocketing in India?

Why have the rich become richer and the poor poorer?

Why is public property being sold to Modi’s friends, even as economic disparities are increasing?”

Ramesh also asked why the agreements made with farmers while repealing the three “black” farm laws have not been honoured and the minimum support price not legally guaranteed. “Why didn’t farmers’ income double over the last nine years?”

Accusing the government of indulging in corruption and cronyism, Ramesh said why the prime minister is putting people’s hard-earned savings in LIC and SBI at risk to benefit his “friend” Adani.

“These questions, full of frustration, have emerged out of Congress’s hatred for PM Modi. These are not questions arising out of criticism, which they have a right to do, but are the result of a pathological hatred towards Narendra Modi,” Prasad said. They (Congress) have questioned Covid “mismanagement”, the former union minister fumed, terming it “not just a lie, but the height of Congress’s shamelessness”.

They have questioned the lockdown as well, even when the entire world accepts that India’s Covid management was the best, he said, citing various government efforts to contain the pandemic. He said the grand old party is free to criticise, but questioned why it was “weakening India’s resolve” using that.

“This is a huge disrespect to the lakhs of service workers -- doctors, nurses, sanitation workers, and ambulance drivers -- who

The former minister then highlighted figures that he asserted indicated massive growth in the economy.

“Indian economy was 1 trillion dollars in 2014, it has now crossed 3.5 trillion dollars. India has more than 50 lakh crore forex reserves. India exported goods worth Rs. 36 lakh crore, this was just Rs. 19 lakh crore in 2014. It almost doubled,” he said.

On price rise, Prasad countered by comparing annual inflation figures with top economies across the globe.

“In April 2023, India’s annual inflation was 4.7 per cent. In the US, it was 8.9, Australia 8.5, France 17.5, Sweden 21.2, and Germany 23.5,” he said, adding that this was despite the Ukraine war ‘dislocating’ the global supply chain, affecting the entire world. He then turned to questions on farmers. Citing Minimum Support Price figures, he said Congress was lying about MSP.

OFFICE OF THE KHAR STUDENTS’ UNION MANGKOLEMBA

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FELICITATION

The Khar Students’ Union Mangkolemba extends our heartfelt gratitude to the following members for bringing laurels to the union through their academic achievements:

Dr. Sarikokba Ms. Temsumenla Ms. Alina Jamir S/o Mr. & Mrs. Tekaluba D/o Mr & Mrs. Imzamokba Jamir D/o Mr & Mrs. Ningsangyanger

1. Dr. Sarikokba for being conferred Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry on the Topic“Nanocomposite materials precursor to chitosan in the development of sensors: Detection of micro pollutants and heavy metal toxic ions from aqueous solutions” from Mizoram University under the supervision of Prof. Diwakar Tiwari.

2.

for securing top 20 position in the recently declared HSLC result by NBSE from Baptist Higher Secondary School, Mangkolemba.

3.

Jamir for securing Subject Topper in Social Science in the recently declared HSLC result by NBSE from Queen Mary School Mokokchung. The Union further wishes them all the very best for their future endeavours.

Takotemsu Limasenla President General Secy.

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With immense pride and joy. We the SKK would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to all the following toppers.

HSLC (Cl- 10) 2023

1. Toino Achumi - NBSE Top-9 (97.33%) (Fernwood School Kohima)

2. Alokithe H. Kiho - NBSE Top-9 (97.33 %) (Greenwood School, Dimapur)

3. Inanguka P. Yeptho - NBSE Top -18 (96%) (Pilgrim Hr. Sec. School, Dimapur)

4. Vini Achumi - Top - NBSE 20 (95.83 %) (St. Mary Hr. Sec. School, Padumpukhuri)

5. Mughakato Chishi - NBSE Top - 20 (95.83 %) (St. John Hr. Sec. Residential School, Dimapur)

1. ARTS STREAM :-

HSSLC (C1-12) 2023

i) Inotoli HSSLC Top - 8 (94.60 %) (Stella Hr. Sec. School, Kohima)

2. SCIENCE STREAM :-

We are so proud of your achievements and we pray that the Almighty Lord continue to bless each of you in bringing laurels to the society.

We also like to congratulate all the state subjects toppers and candidates who have successfully cleared their HSLC & HSSLC exam 2023.

(NITOSHE L. CHISHI)

NEW

DELHI, MAY

26

(IANS):

A total of 45.6 per cent respondents of a survey are of the opinion that the BJP-led Central government’s nine-year rule has not been marked by efficient and leakage-free welfare schemes.

However, 44.9 per cent respondents feel that the welfare schemes were provided efficiently and in a leakage-free manner, while 9.5 per cent said that they cannot say anything.

This was disclosed during an exclusive pan-India survey conducted by CVoter to mark nine years of the BJP-led government. Narendra Modi was sworn in as the Prime Minister of India on May 26, 2014 after he led the BJP to a historic majority of 282 seats in the Lok Sabha elections.

According to the survey, 46.2 per cent people from the rural areas, and 44.3 per cent from the urban areas also

feel that the welfare schemes were not provided efficiently and in a leakage-free manner under the Modi regime in the last nine years.

The survey also claimed that 45.6 per cent women and 44.2 per cent men feel that the welfare schemes have been provided efficiently, whereas 46.6 per cent men and 44.5 per cent women felt the opposite. Maximum people in the 25 to 34 age group -- 52.8 per cent -- feel that the welfare schemes were not provided efficiently and in a leakage-free manner by the Modi government in the last nine year, while 51.1 per cent people in the 18 to 24 age group also feel the same. Even 50.2 per cent people from the middle income group, and 43.1 per cent from the lower income group felt that the welfare schemes were not provided efficiently and in leakage-free manner under the Modi regime in the last nine years.

NIA seeks death penalty for Yasin Malik

(PTI): The NIA Friday approached the Delhi High Court seeking death penalty for terrorist Yasin Malik, who was sentenced a life term by a trial court here in a terror funding case a year ago, asserting not giving capital punishment to such a “dreaded terrorist” will result in a miscarriage of justice.

The plea by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has been listed for hearing on May 29 before a bench of Justices Siddharth Mridul and Talwant Singh.

On May 24, 2022, a trial court in the national capital awarded life imprisonment to Malik, the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chief, after holding him guilty

Yasin Malik

of various offences under the stringent anti-terror law-Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA)and the IPC.

Yasin Malik had pleaded guilty to the charges, including those under the UAPA.

In its petition before the high court for enhancement of Malik’s penal -

OFFICE OF THE AMONG PUNGYUNG

ty, the NIA said if such “dreaded terrorists” are not given capital punishment on account of having pleaded guilty, there will be complete erosion of the sentencing policy, and terrorists would have a way out to avoid capital punishment.

A life sentence, the NIA asserted, is not commensurate with the crime committed by terrorists when the nation and families of soldiers have suffered loss of lives. The trial court’s conclusion that Malik’s crimes did not fall within the category of the “rarest of the rare cases” for grant of death penalty is “ex-facie legally flawed and completely unsustainable”, the anti-terror probe agency said.

ZARÜ TSARÜ VILLAGE,TUENSANG NAGALAND 798612 FELICITATION

Ms. Sangpila Sangtam, Top 7 (95.40 %) HSSLC Arts Stream D/o, Mr & Mrs. I Mendang Sangtam.

Ms. Lumzila Sangtam, 97.50 % Top 8 and State Social Science Topper, HSLC, D/o, Mr&Mrs.I Mendang Sangtam.

With immense pride and profound gratitude, the office of the Among Pungyung Zarü would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to the following students for their achievements in the HSLC and HSSLC examination 2023. The union also expresses heartfelt appreciation to all the successful candidates and further extends excellence and success in their future endeavours.

(Chomanglila Sangtam) (Limikokba Sangtam) General Secretary President

MILLENNIAL VISION SCHOOL

Burma Camp, Dimapur.

The School Management Committee, Staff and Students congratulate the following students for their remarkable performance & securing 100% pass percentage in the HSLC Examination 2023 and wish them the best in their future endeavours.

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SAHA (83.3%) (SS,Hindi,B.K)

M TUCCU (67.5%) (SS) RUKSHAR KHATUN(66.7%) (Hindi)

MAYA (64.6%) (Hindi)

Ms. Temsumenla

Ms. Alina

NEW DELHI, MAY 26

Condemnations pour in against Ahoa’s murder

Shah to inaugurate conclave on 9 years of Modi government

NEW DELHI, MAY

26 (PTI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate a day-long conclave on ‘Nine years of Seva, Sushasan, Garib Kalyan’ (service, good governance and welfare of poor) organised by Doordarshan on Saturday.

Information and Broadcasting Minister

Anurag Thakur will be the chief guest for the conference that will feature panel discussions on three themes – India

Surging Ahead, Jan, Jan ka Vishwas (peoples’ confidence) and Yuva Shakti: Galvanising India.

Gold worth around Rs 3 crore seized

BANGAON (WB), MAY 26 (PTI): Gold worth around Rs 3 crore was seized along the international border in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district while being smuggled from Bangladesh, BSF said on Friday.

Acting on a tip-off, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel at the Petrapole border seized 36 gold biscuits weighing a total of 4.8 kg from an empty truck coming from the neighbouring country.

Man held with gold worth over Rs 70 lakh

JAIPUR, MAY 26 (PTI)

: A passenger was detained at the Jaipur International Airport for allegedly smuggling gold paste valued at over Rs 70 lakh, officials said on Friday.

The passenger was intercepted by officials after his arrival from Sharjah, UAE on an AirArabia flight.

They said that a total of 1,144 grams of smuggled gold paste with an estimated value of Rs 70.69 lakh was seized from him, adding that the paste was hidden in his shoes and innerwear.

Man duped of Rs 5 lakh in cyber fraud

NEW DELHI, MAY 26 (PTI): A man who had posted a property for rent on a website has been allegedly duped of more than Rs 5 lakh by a person in the guise of an army officer, police said on Friday.

Two men, Shivkesh Bairwa (27) and Ramkesh Parjapat (29), both residents of Rajasthan, have been arrested in connection with the case, they said.

Bus driver thrashed by street vendors in Delhi

NEW DELHI, MAY 26 (IANS): A bus driver from Noida depot was allegedly thrashed by a group of street vendors at Delhi’s Durga Bai Deshmukh Metro station, the police said on Friday.

The injured person has been identified as Omkar Singh, who works as a contract driver.

According to the police, a PCR call regarding a quarrel at Durga Bai Deshmukh Metro station was received at 12:45 p.m. on Thursday, following which a police team reached the spot.

Woman duped Rs 5.17

Lakh during job search

NAGPUR, MAY 26

(PTI): A 25-year-old woman from Nagpur in Maharashtra was cheated of Rs 5.17 lakh by online fraudsters who asked her to click on a link as part of the recruitment process in a Dubai-based firm, a police official said on Friday.

The unidentified persons first made her appear for an online exam and then sought a bank transfer of Rs 1,500 for profile verification, the official said.

HYDERABAD, MAY 26 (AGENCIES): The Chief Ministers of at least four States including Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao have decided to skip the eighth Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog to be held in Delhi on Saturday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the meeting being organised on the theme of ‘Viksit Bharat @ 2047: Role of Team India’. While the Prime Minister is the chairman of the Governing Council, with all the Chief Ministers, the Lieutenant Governors of the union Territories, and several union Ministers as members, The eighth Governing Council Meeting is aimed at creating a roadmap for Viksit Bharat, the new poll slogan of the BJP-led union government, by 2047.

Sources said Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao who had openly dubbed the NITI Aayog as ‘use -

less’, had last attended the Governing Council meeting in 2018.

However, Finance Minister T Harish Rao and other officials from the department represented the State. However, during the recent communique, the Centre is learnt to have insisted that none but the Chief Minister should attend the meeting to be chaired by the Prime Minister. “As per the instructions, we have prepared a report on the funds due to Telangana and other issues.

However, there has been no further communication in this regard ever since the Centre insisted on the participation of the Chief Minister himself,” an official from the Finance department told Telangana Today.

Apart from Chandrashekhar Rao, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister

Bhagwant Singh Mann have decided to skip the meeting. They are also not sending their representatives considering the union government’s affirmation that the invite was for the Chief Ministers. While Mamata Banerjee is occupied with prior commitments and is considering the Centre’s diktat as an excuse to prevent the States from raising issues, Kejriwal decided to boycott the NITI Aayog meeting, stating that if “cooperative federalism becomes a joke, then it is not worth to join the meeting”.

Bhagwant Mann also decided to stay away from the NITI Aayog to protest against the Centre for ignoring the interests of Punjab, including withholding Rural Development Fund (RDF) of Rs 4,000 crore, reducing RDF, stopping Mandi tax and delaying or shifting certain sanctioned projects to other states.

School job scam: SC refuses to stay ED, CBI probe against Abhishek Banerjee

NEW DELHI, MAY 26

(IANS): The Supreme Court on Friday declined to stay the Calcutta High Court’s direction allowing the ED and CBI to probe Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee in connection with the multicrore recruitment case in state-run schools of West Bengal.

A bench comprising Justices J.K. Maheshwari and P.S. Narasimha said that as far as an investigation is concerned, the court is not inclined to interfere.

However, the bench stayed the high court’s order imposing a Rs 25 lakh cost on the party’s national General Secretary.

Additional Solicitor General S.V. Raju, representing the ED, submitted that the high court order only said that investigate if you want and independently of that order, the probe agency has power of investigation.

“That power is unfettered and it cannot be

usurped,” said Raju. Senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, representing Banerjee, that his client was giving a speech and had nothing to do with the matter and in the speech, he does not refer to any judge.

Singhvi further argued that a direction is given that he should be investigated and said he will show the errors in the order.

The bench said it will post the matter after summer vacations and agreed to stay the cost.

The top court has scheduled the matter for further hearing in the second week of July.

On May 22, Singhvi

OFFICE OF THE LONGJANG MEDEMSANGER PUTU MENDEN (Longjang Village Council) FELICITATION

The Longjang Medemsanger Putu Menden with immense pride and honor felicitates the successful candidates who have cleared the HSLC exam from Govt. High School Longjang. The Putu Menden records its deepest appreciation for your achievement and also acknowledges the efforts of the Head Master, Teachers and Parents for their efforts.

Further the Govt. High School Longjang has achieved 100% pass percentage for the 6th consecutive years for which the council is elated and jubilant.

The Putu Menden also congratulates all those students who have successfully cleared the HSLC and HSSLC examinations 2023. It is our sincere prayer that the Lord Almighty guide you in your future endeavors

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Imti Aier Alemtemjen Jamir Chairman Secretary Longjang Village Council Longjang Village Council

OFFICE OF THE

SHENA (OLD) UNION

KOHIMA : NAGALAND Motto : "Unity and Upliftment"

Regd. No. H/RS=2081, Dt. 18-2-2022 CONGRATULATION

Mr. Toino Achumi Miss. Tuboli L. Achumi

The Office of the Shena Old Union, Kohima expresses our heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Toino Achumi S/o Mr. Xukiye S Achumi for securing top 9 and state subject topper of Social Science and Miss. Tuboli L. Achumi D/o Levi B Achumi for securing state subject topper of Social Science in the recent declared HSLC exam results, 2023.

The union also acknowledges and congratulates all the successful candidates of HSLC & HSSLC Exam, 2023 and wishes the best in their future endeavors.

Sd/- Sd/(HUSHITO ASSUMI) (HUSHIKA YEPTHO) Chairman Secretary

DIMAPUR, MAY 26

(NPN): Several organizations including deputy chief minister TR Zeliang have condemned the May 25 incident in Tizit where Tizit Area Student’s Union Action committee chairman Ahoa Konyak was hacked to death by an alleged drug peddler.

TR Zeliang: In a condemnation note, TR Zeliang while condemning the murder of Ahoa, said that the ruthless act has left him heartbroken. He appealed to all concern to cooperate with the investigation agency and hoped that the investigation would be carried out without fear or favour so that justice was delivered at the earliest.

Zeliang also conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed that God grant them solace and the departed soul to rest in eternal peace.

the organisation stands in solitary with the community with profound grief, the unit president Lamlen and secretary H. A Chaoya urged upon the law enforcing agencies to swiftly bring the perpetrator to justice and impose strictest and severe punishment possible.

The organisation also extended condolences to the bereaved family and assured their unwavering support in the fight of justice and closure.

LSU: Lotha Students’ Union (LSU) vehemently condemned the inhumane and barbaric act perpetrated by the accused Menshan Konyak while TASU were conducting an official inspection to curb the menace of illicit drug peddling and usage in the area.

society.

ZLSU president Kingsalt Hegwang and general secretary Sanlakbo Namdau urge the investigating and law enforcing agencies to expedite the probe and award the highest degree of punishment to the culprit and deliver justice to the victim and to the Tizit Area Students’ Union.

ZLSU extended condolences to the bereaved family and said that the union stand in solidarity with the family and TASU at this hour of grief and sadness.

eral secretary Ireibam Pame said that every organization in its own area and jurisdiction has the right to carry out its own course of duty, which may not be palatable to many, but this does not give anybody the authority to strangulate such course of duty.

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had submitted before the apex court that Banerjee was being called for questioning while campaigning outside the state and urged the court for early listing of the matter.

The bench agreed to examine the matter on Friday.

On May 18, the Calcutta High Court’s single-judge bench of Justice Amrita Sinha upheld the previous order by the bench of Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay of the same court empowering the central agencies to question Banerjee.

Justice Sinha also empowered the CBI and ED to question accused in the case and expelled youth Trinamool Congress leader Kuntal Ghosh in connection with the latter’s allegations accusing the agencies of putting pressure on him to name Banerjee in the case.

ENWO: Eastern Nagaland Women Organisation said it was outraged and anguished by the brutal and gruesome act of the accused, which only resulted in the loss of an innocent life. ENWO fervently called upon the government to take serious note of the menace of alcohol and drugs abuse in the state, which has become a threat to the society.

ENWO also appealed to the law enforcing authorities to impose rigorous and befitting punishment to the perpetrator as per the relevant section of the law. It said that no leniency should be shown towards such criminal and appealed that justice be served to the deceased at the earliest.

Meanwhile, ENWO conveyed condolences to the family of late Ahoa and stands in solidarity with TASU

KNSK Aboi unit: Konyak Nyupuh Sheko Khong Aboi Unit has condemned the despicable and inhuman act which led to death of Ahoa Konyak allegedly by a mere drug addict and peddler who callously disregarded the value of human life.

While stating that

FELICITATION

With immense pride and honour, the Office of Thanamir Village Students Union convey our heartiest congratulations to following officers on their recent promotion:

1. Mr. Tsuyamki Yim, S/o Lt. Sheyamki on being promoted to Arm Branch Inspectors (ABI), 3rd NAP.

2. Mr. Yamuki Yimchunger, S/o Lt Thringkithong on being promoted to Agriculture Inspectors (AI).

The Union take pride for your achievements and bringing laurels in our community. As you excel more in life, we pray for your good health and wisdom.

Furthermore, the Union would also like to extend our warmest congratulations to all the students hailing from Thanamir Village who had successfully cleared their recently declared High School Leaving Certificate and Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination 2023, conducted by Nagaland Board of School Education and other Board Examination.

The Union convey the best regards and gratitude and wish them all a great success for their future endeavours.

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OFFICE OF THE UNGER STUDENTS’ UNION UNGER VILLAGE, MOKOKCHUNG FELICITATION

The Unger Students’ Union would like to congratulate Mr. Shingangmeren Imsong , S/o Late. Mr. Imliyapang Imsong and Mrs. Imnamongla Subject Topper in Social Sciences (100 marks) from Little Star Higher Secondary School Dimapur in the recently declared HSLC Examination 2023 conducted by NBSE.

Further, we are extremely honoured and jubilant to the successful candidates of Govt. High School, Unger for producing 100% result. As we celebrate this achievement, we would also like to convey our sincere gratitude to all the teaching staff of Govt. High School, Unger for your tireless efforts and sacrifice. Despite insufficient teachers in the major subjects of Mathematics, the teaching staffs under the supervision of Mr. Armeren (Head Teaching In-Charge) had tremendously played a vital role in bridging the caps which is truly laudable. This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without you all.

The Union further congratulates all the successful candidates of HSLC and HSSLC examination 2023 and invoke God’s blessings and guidance upon their future endeavours.

In a statement, LSU president Lirhonthung E Kithan and general secretary Chanpenthung demanded the law enforcing agencies to award befitting punishment to the accused for fair justice and also appealed to the concerned authorities to enforce a policy in order to eradicate the trafficking and usage of drugs and substances in the state.

Further, LSU conveyed it condolences to the bereaved family members and urge upon all the right-thinking citizens to condemn such heinous deeds and stand against the abuse of drugs and substances.

ZLSU: Zeliang Students’ Union Nagaland (ZLSU) expressed shocked and outraged by the coldblooded murder of a young and dynamic student leader whose life was tragically taken away while on duty to curb the menace of drugs and drug trafficking in the

AKM: Ao Students’ Conference (AKM) vehemently condemned the gruesome attack and murder of Ahoa Konyak, chairman of the action committee, Tizit Area Students’ Union by a drug peddler while on official duty.

While appealing for justice, AKM president Lanutoshi Aier and general secretary Satemmongba said that such inhuman act was unacceptable in a peaceful society. AKM further urged upon the concerned authorities to conduct a thorough investigation and award befitting punishment to the culprit.

AKM also expresses heartfelt condolences and solidarity to the bereaved family members and prayed that the departed soul may rest in peace. Sd/-

AZSU-AMN: All Zeliangrong Students’ Union Assam, Manipur & Nagaland (AMN) said it was distressed to learn about the gruesome attack and killing of Ahoa Konyak, TASU action committee chairman by a drug peddler, while on official duty.

AZSU vice president Edward Nring and asst. gen-

The union said it was deeply concerned about the incident, which has taken the life of a committed leader. It urged upon the law enforcing agencies to bring to book the perpetrator and deliver justice without any delay.

The union conveyed condolences to the bereaved family members and extended solidarity to TASU in their novel movement on “War Against Drugs” and other anti-social elements. It also prayed for the departed soul to rest in eternal peace.

KVSU: Kongan Village Students Union vehemently condemned the barbaric act perpetrated by one Menshan Konyak S/o Kapnyei Konyak upon Lt Ahoa Action Chairman of Tizit Area Students Union who was cold bloodedly murdered on the 25th of May 2023 while on official duty. The Union lament as to such kind of incident couldn’t be averted in a society where people crave for peace and humanitarian deeds. The Union invoke all right thinking citizen to condemn such uncultured act.

In this tough time the Kongan Village Students union stands with TASU and convey heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. Further, the union reminds law enforcing agency to initiate stern action against the perpetrator.

OFFICE OF THE ANGAMI WELFARE PRIMARY HOUSING CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY LTD.

NOTICE

AWPHCS will be renewing its share holders card for the year 2023-2025 from the 5th-30th of June 2023 (except Saturday and Sunday). Therefore, MMC informs all the card holders to kindly Renew/New Registration of their share within the stipulated time.

Time : 09:00 am - 03:00 pm

Venue : MMC Office Chümoukedima Town, Weekly Market.

1. Renewal per share - Rs. 100/-

2. New registration per share - Rs. 200/-

3. Passport sized photograph - 2 Nos.

4. Contact for any queries - 8787896372, 8974694421

Issued by Market Management Committee DP-2347/23

FELICITATION

We the Longchar, Eluba Semchir of Lirmen Village with immense pride and honour would like extend our heartiest congratulations to Ms. Moanola Longchar, D/o Mr. Limawapang Longchar and Mrs. Tsupongtsungla Jamir for securing Top1 Rank (Arts Stream) in the recently declared HSSLC Examination 2023 under NBSE.

Eluba Semchir also acknowledges Mr. Chubanungsang Longchar, S/o Lt. S. Puna Longchar and Mrs. Imolangla Imchen for acquiring the Post of Senior Clerk cum Typist in the Railway Recruitment Board Exam.

We also congratulate all the successful candidates from Lirmen Village who have accomplished HSLC, HSSLC and other Examinations from various Universities.

We wish them all great success in their endeavours.

(Temjenlemba Longchar) (I.Asangba)

President Secretary Longchar Kidong Eluba Semchir Longchar Kidong Eluba Semchir

Abhishek Banerjee

Rights groups slam severe Taliban restrictions on Afghan women

ISLAMABAD, MAY 26

Moscow’s forces strike Dnipro clinic

Serbia puts troop on high alert on border with Kosovo Russia says Ukraine attacks border;

PRISTINA, MAY 26 (AP): Serbia put its troops on the border with Kosovo on the highest state of alert Friday following clashes between ethnic Serbs and Kosovo police that left more than a dozen injured on both sides.

The Serbs in northern Kosovo, who represent a majority in that region, were trying to block the entrance of municipal buildings to prevent recently-elected ethnic Albanian officials from entering them. Police fired tear gas and several cars were set ablaze. In response to the clashes, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said that he put the army on a “highest state of alert.” Vucic also said that he ordered an “urgent” movement of Serbian troops closer to the borderline with Kosovo.

Vucic will attend a rally in support of him in Belgrade after two mass shootings earlier this month that killed 18 people and left 20 others wounded. He said in a statement that because of “violence” against Kosovo Serbs, Serbia demanded that NATO-led troops stationed in Kosovo protect them from the Kosovo police.

Kosovo police acknowledged their increased presence in the north “to assist mayors of the northern communes of Zvecan, Leposavic and Zubin Potok to exert their right of work.”

Police said that five of-

ficers were injured by stun grenades and other hard objects thrown from protesters. A police car was burned while three others were damaged. Police also reported that shots were heard. Police used tear gas to disperse the crowd and let the new officials into the offices. Kosovo Serb hospital officials said that about 10 protesters were injured.

U.S. Ambassador to Kosovo Jeff Hovenier condemned “the ongoing action by Kosovar authorities to access municipal buildings in the north of Kosovo. Today’s violent measures should be immediately halted,” he tweeted.

New mayors in three communes in northern Kosovo, which is mostly populated by an ethnic Serb minority, were prevented from entering the buildings with small groups of Serbs

keeping their hands up at the entrance of the municipalities, apparently in a sign that they were not there to take part in violence, Albanian indexonline.net website wrote, also showing photos.

In Zvecan, the Kosovoonline.com site showed clashes with police in front of the public building while in Leposavic they also had blocked the main square with cars and trucks.

Earl ier, Serbs also switched on their alarm sirens in the four communes, including in the main northern Mitrovica town, in a warning sign and call to gather, “sirens which are used by criminal structures for mobilization and gatherings,” according to police.

(AP): Two top rights groups on Friday slammed the severe restrictions imposed on women and girls by the Taliban in Afghanistan as gender-based persecution, which is a crime against humanity.

In a new report, Amnesty International and the International Commission for Jurists, or ICJ, underscored how the Taliban crackdown on Afghan women’s rights, coupled with “imprisonment, enforced disappearance, torture and other ill-treatment,” could constitute gender persecution under the International Criminal Court.

The report by Amnesty and ICJ, titled, “The Taliban’s war on women: The crime against humanity of gender persecution in Afghanistan,” cited the ICC statute, which lists gender-based persecution as a crime against humanity.

The Taliban seized power in Afghanistan in August 2021 as U.S. and NATO troops were in the final weeks of their withdrawal from the country after two decades of war.

Despite initial promises of a more moderate rule, the Taliban started to enforce restrictions on

women and girls soon after their takeover, barring them from public spaces and most jobs, and banning education for girls beyond the sixth grade. The measures harked back to the previous Taliban rule of Afghanistan in the late 1990s, when they also imposed their strict interpretation of Islamic law, or Sharia.

The harsh edicts prompted an international outcry against the already ostracized Taliban, whose administration has not been officially recognized by the United Nations and the international community. In the report, Santiago A. Canton, the ICJ secretary general, said the Taliban’s actions are of such “magnitude, gravity and of such a systematic nature,” that they qualify “as a crime against humanity of gender persecution.”

Both organizations called on the International Criminal Court to include this crime in their ongoing investigation into what is happening in Afghanistan and take legal action. They also called on countries “to exercise universal jurisdiction” and hold the Taliban accountable under international law.

KYIV, MAY 26 (AP):

Russia’s southern Belgorod region bordering Ukraine came under attack from Ukrainian artillery fire, mortar shells and drones Friday, authorities said, hours after two drones struck a Russian city in a region next to the annexed Crimea Peninsula.

The Kremlin’s forces, meanwhile, struck a clinic in Dnipro, in central Ukraine, killing two people and wounding another 23, including two children, Ukrainian officials said. Also, a Russian S-300 missile hit a dam in the Karlivka district of Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk province, placing nearby settlements under threat of severe flooding.

The Belgorod town of Graivoron, about seven kilometres from the Ukrainian border, was under fire for several hours, with four houses, a store, a car, a gas pipeline and a power line damaged, Gov. Vyacheslav Gladkov reported.

Closer to the border, a recreation centre, a shop and an uninhabited house sustained damage in the village of Glotovo. One woman was wounded when the nearby village of Novaya Tavolzhanka was shelled,

Firefighters hose down a Policlinic on fire following a Russian attack in Dnipro, Ukraine, Friday. (AP) according to Gladkov.

Earlier this week, the Belgorod region was the target of one of the most serious cross-border attacks from Ukraine since the war began 15 months ago. Details of the raid were murky. Russia blamed the Ukrainian armed forces, but two Russian groups said they were involved, with the aim of bringing down Russian President Vladimir Putin. Off icials in Russia’s southern city of Krasnodar, in the region of the same name bordering Crimea, said that two drones struck there. Witnesses told local media they heard something like the sound of a moped and then two explosions.

The blasts smashed a hole in the roof of a building and blew out windows in an apartment building.

“We just went to bed and then there was such a strong terrible boom,” resident Tatiana Safonova said. “We ran outside, there were people running, but nothing else was going on.” She said “there was a specific sound beforehand, like a growling noisy moped driving by.”

“There is damage to buildings, but essential infrastructure was not damaged. And most importantly, there were no casualties,” Krasnodar regional Gov. Veniamin Kondratyev wrote on Telegram.

Lotsü Eloe Yanpoe Yanpi Eyi Okho Kohima extends its heartiest congratulations to Miss Zeno Shitiri, D/o Mr & Mrs Ekyimo & Yanaboni for securing the Top 18 (c) Position in the recently HSLC Examination.

Kosovo police officers guard municipal building in the town of Zvecan, Kosovo, Friday.

Over 70 Bollywood celebs line up for 23rd IIFA IIFA: Vicky tries to talk to Salman, gets pushed aside by his security

International Indian Film Academy and Awards (IIFA), the grandest celebration of Indian Cinema, is all set to thrill fans with its 23rd edition in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi on May 26 and 27, 2023.

The event will take place at the Midd le East’s largest stateof-the-art indoor entertainment venue, Etihad Arena, part of Yas Bay Waterfront on Yas Island.

At a press conference held on Thursday, addressing the media were this year’s hosts Abhishek Bachchan, Vicky Kaushal, Farah Khan and Rajkummar Rao along with performers Salman Khan, Rakul Preet Singh, Nora Fatehi, Jacqueline Fernandez, Amit Trivedi, Badshah, Nucleya, Sunidhi Chauhan and Iulia Vantur

H.E. Saleh Mohamed Saleh

Al Geziry, Director General of Tourism, DCT Abu Dhabi said:

“We are pleased to host the IIFA Awards once again in Abu Dhabi since it marks a significant turning point for our dynamic entertainment calendar. Our relationship with India, which is based on shared cultural and economic interests, has been boosted even further by the fact that Abu Dhabi has served as the setting for a number of Bollywood blockbusters, allowing people all over the world to learn about our stunning country.

The biggest celebration of Indian cinema will take place in Abu Dhabi, and we are excited to welcome the illustrious actors, directors, and members of the Indian film community, as well as their supporters.”

IIFA 2023 will kickstart the

mega celebrations today with IIFA Rocks hosted by Farah Khan Kunder and Rajkummar Rao and will feature performances by Amit Trivedi, along with several popular singers, Badshah, Sunidhi Chauhan, Nucleya and Sukhbir Singh.

The most highly awaited special addition this year to the IIFA Rocks is the premiere of an exclusive showcase by leading celebrity designer, Manish Malhotra, who is celebrating 25 years in the fashion industry.

Host of IIFA Rocks 2023, Farah Khan said: “IIFA is a real example of a worldwide phenomenon that not only recognises and honours the excellence of Indian cinema on a global scale but also offers the entire film industry a

terrific opportunity. Personally, I am overjoyed to host IIFA Rocks once again.”

IIFA Rocks 2023, co-host Rajkummar Rao said: “I think that I am IIFA’s biggest fan. Together with Farah Khan, I am incredibly honoured and thrilled to co-host IIFA Rocks. The prospect of having fun and making memories excites me. It’s going to be a blast.”

The grand finale IIFA Awards will take place on May 27, 2023 and will be hosted by Abhishek Bachchan and Vicky Kaushal along with electrifying performances by Bollywood superstars Salman Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon, Nora Fatehi and Rakul Preet Singh.

Speaking on the occasion, Abhishek Bachchan said: “I am thrilled to return to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. It will be an absolute pleasure and honour to entertain and meet fans from all over the world. Looking forward to hosting the IIFA Awards.”

Co-host of IIFA Awards, Vicky Kaushal shared: “My journey with IIFA has been tremendously exciting over the years and I can’t wait to be on stage and co-host IIFA Awards 2023 with my buddy Abhishek Bachchan!”

One of the highlights of the IIFA weekend is a set of masterclasses designed for film buffs, aspiring filmmakers and enthusiasts. The masterclass series features, ‘Director’s Cut’ with Kabir Khan and Omung Kumar along with a must-attend session by celebrity hair and makeup artist Nabila.

This year, Kamal Haasan, Hrithik Roshan, Anil Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Riteish and Genelia D’Souza, Sunny Kaushal, Mouni Roy, Fardeen Khan, Esha Gupta, Mrunal Thakur, Dia Mirza, Rashii Khanna, Sheeba Chaddha, Neelam Kothari, Bhavna Pandey, Maheep Kapoor and Seema Sajdeh will also be walking the green carpet.

Producer Ramesh Taurani along with other movie moguls, Boney Kapoor, Bhushan Kumar, Jayantilal Gada, Anees Bazmee and R. Madhavan are expected to attend the IIFA Weekend and Awards.

Performances by Salman Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon, Nora Fatehi and Rakul Preet Singh will be star attraction this year. (IANS)

Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters dons Nazi-like uniform at Berlin concert

Pink Floyd’s co-founder, singer and bassist Roger Waters angered fans after wearing a Nazilike SS officer uniform during a gig in Berlin, Germany.

The 79-year-old wore a similar outfit to Nazi SS officers and a red armband as well as crossed hammers on his collar, reports ‘Mirror. co.uk’. The crossed hammers and the uniform were the same imagery used by a fictitious neo-Nazi organisation in the 1982 movie ‘Pink Floyd: The Wall’.

In the original film, the

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The undersigned on behalf of the Kezonumi/Theünuomia & Allied Clans in Chakhesang Area heartily congratulates our daughter Eli Vevotolü Kezo, D/o Eno Khüpo Kezo & Enoli Pusocholü Kezo of Kikrüma Village for successfully getting through the recent UPSC Civil Services Exam under Rank 387. Our sincere prayer that Almighty God bless her to achieve much more in her future endeavours.

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Christian Higher Secondary School, family heartily congratulates Ms. Imkongnukla Ao an Alumna of CHSS and an HSSLC 2014 rank holder, on her great achievement at the UPSC 2022 Examination.

You are truly an inspiration to many. Keep up the good work. CHSS family conveys our best wishes and prayers in your journey ahead. S.

main protagonist (voiced by Roger) loses his mind and starts seeing himself as a fascist dictator.

As per ‘Mirror.co.uk’, the character, called Pink, wears a similar costume to what Roger wore at the concert at the MercedesBenz Arena. Hanging above the crowd was an inflatable pig emblazoned with the logo of an Israeli armaments firm as well as the Star of David.

The giant screen also displayed the names of dead figures, including Anne

OFFICE OF THE UNGER STUDENTS’ UNION

The Unger Students’ Union with immense pride and honour would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Imnaakum Imsong, S/o Mr. Imsongmeren and Mrs. Limanenla (Unger) for successfully securing the Top 11 (b) position from Stella Higher Secondary School in the recently declared HSLC Examination 2023 conducted by NBSE. The Union extends best wishes and success in all his future endeavours.

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Sentimeren Chubawati

President General Secretary Unger Students’ Union Unger Students’ Union

CHAKHESANG MISSION HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL

T Chikri Pfutsero, Dist: Phek, Nagaland Moto : Rise & Shine CONGRATULATIONS

Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal, who is set to host the IIFA ceremony along with Abhishek Bachchan, was pushed aside by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan’s security entourage during a media event in Abu Dhabi.

A Reddit user posted a video where Salman Khan’s security can be seen pushing Vicky Kaushal aside while Vicky tries to interact with him. The video capturing the incident has since then gone viral on the Internet. The incident has incited polarising reactions from the Netizens. A user, with a know how of secu-

rity concern surrounding Salman Khan said: “Aam admi ki tarah side me kar dia but we all know the security reason for Salman Khan.”

Another user wrote:

“That was arrogant, rude asf.. but, Damn...! Talk

about star power. Vicky was bulldozed aside like he was no one.”

Many users on the Internet also wondered about Vicky’s wife Katrina Kaif’s reaction to the incident given her history with Salman. (IANS)

YouTube to shut ‘Stories’ feature next month

Google-owned YouTube has announced that it will be shutting down ‘YouTube Stories’ on June 26 as the company aims to focus on other essential areas, like Shorts, Community posts, live videos etc.

“Starting on June 26, 2023 the option to create a new YouTube Story will no longer be available. Stories that are already live on that date will expire seven days after they were originally shared,” YouTube said in a blogpost on Thursday. In addition, the company said that the Creators will be notified of the shutdown via a variety of channels, including forum posts, in-app messages, reminders in YouTube Studio, and more. While Stories are going away, the Google-owned video platform suggested that both “Community posts and

YouTube Shorts are great alternatives that can deliver valuable audience connections and conversations”. For creators who want to share lightweight updates, start conversations, or promote their YouTube content to their audience, YouTube Community posts could be a great option, according to the company. Moreover, the company said that YouTube Shorts is the way to go if users want to create short video content or reach a new audience, as amongst creators who use both Shorts and Stories, Shorts on average drive many times more subscribers than Stories. Meanwhile, Google has clarified that it will not delete accounts with YouTube videos, after announcing that it will delete personal accounts and their content that haven’t been used or signed in for at least two years. (IANS)

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Frank next to Al Jazeera journalist Abu Akleh - who was killed while covering an Israeli Defense Forces raid in a Palestinian camp.

It was reported that Germany’s conservative Jewish rabbinical association called for Roger to be barred from performing in the country.

People on Twitter were left in utter disgust and rushed to call the musician out on the imagery.

“This is vile and stomach-turning,” one person said. (IANS)

OFFICE OF THE TEICHÜMA VILLAGE STUDENTS' UNION Kohima : Nagaland FELICITATION

With immense pride and joy, we the Teichüma Village Students' Union (TVSU) would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Miss Keneizenuo Mezhatsu, D/o Dr. Ruokuovilie Mezhatsu for securing top 20 position in the recently declared HSLC Examination NBSE 2023 The Union further congratulates all the successful candidates of HSLC and HSSLC Examination 2023 and extends best wishes and success in all their future endeavours.

Sd- Sd/Thepfuneizo Mere Kesiyie Keduovituo Mere Kesiyie President Education Secy.

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The Kikrüma Association Kohima (KAK) would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Er. Vevotolü Kezo, D/o Mr. Khupo Kezo and Mrs. Pusocholü Kezo for successfully clearing the UPSC CSE 2022 Securing AIR 387. The Association wishes that Almighty God continues to bless her in all her future endeavours.

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We the KPE would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Miss. Zeno S hitiri, D/o. Shri Ekyimo Shitiri for securing the 18th Rank in the NBSE/HSLC 2023. We further would like to congratulate all our other members who have passed the HSLC/HSSLC 2023.

Wishing you all a bright and successful future. (Yanvungthung Ngullie) (Chanchi Ngullie) Chairman General Secretary

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The Dimapur Longpatsür Telongjem with immense pride and honour would like to congratulate Ms. W. Aotula Ozükum, D/o Mr. Watimeren Ozükum and Mrs. Kining on your remarkable achievement of passing the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) exam. You have proven your mettle by excelling in one of the toughest examinations in the country with AIR-874. The union acknowledges your hard work and dedication which has brought laurels to the village in particular and the state in general. We wish the best as you embark on this prestigious journey to contribute to the betterment of society through your role in the civil services. The union further felicitates the successful HSLC and HSSLC candidates of Longpa Village and wishes them a successful future ahead.

Sd Sd Mrs. Ayangla Lemtur Mrs. Imnaienla Nokdy President Secretary

NFA felicitates Benei M. Lamthiu

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KOHIMA, MAY 26 (NPN): Nagaland Football Association (NFA) felicitated its general secretary, Benei M. Lamthiu, MLA who was elected during the recently held Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) election during its annual general body meeting-cumfelicitation programme on May 26 at Hotel Japfii, Kohima.

MLA to the 14th NLA, Benei M. Lamthiu in his speech, thanked the organisation for their warm welcome. He also appreciated K. Neibu Sekhose for his continuous advises and guidance throughout his journey. He thanked the football association, stating that football is a very powerful sports that unites people from all backgrounds and hoped that the people from this association will

continue to grow and help each other.

Roko Angami in his greetings mentioned that “Nagaland Football Association (NFA) being the highest echelon of Nagaland Football fraternity has indeed played a remarkable role in nurturing young aspiring talents and has paved a road map for the young generations to follow and for such visionary endeavours.

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India U-17s men’s football team beat FC Augsburg U-17 in Germany

NEW DELHI, MAY 27

(IANS): India U-17 men’s team bagged another training game victory in Germany, beating FC Augsburg

U-17 3-1 at Paul Renz Akademie in Augsburg on Friday.

It was India U-17s’ third training game and second win in Germany. The Blue Colts had gone down 1-3 to a U-16/19 mixed side of VfB Stuttgart before winning 6-1 over SSV Reutlingen U-16.

The team, coached by Bibiano Fernandes, arrived in Germany earlier this month after having played a series of preparatory matches in Spain. The Blue Colts took charge right from the first whistle as Korou Singh Thingujam went close with back-to-back efforts in the first five minutes. It wouldn’t take India too long to open the scoring as Laishram

Danny Meitei converted a brilliant cross from Lalpekhlua to make it 1-0 in the 13th minute.

However, the hosts also got into gear with time and levelled the scores through Fynn Heinze’s penalty at the half-hour mark after skipper Ricky Meetei Haobam conceded a foul in the box.India then began the second half in similar fashion to the first one, with wave after wave of attacks. Danny turned provider in the 54th minute, laying the ball off for Van-

OffICE Of THE UNGER STUDENTS’ UNION UNGER VILLAGE, MOKOKCHUNG FELICITATION

The Unger Students’ Union with immense pride and honour would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations and appreciation to Shri. Imsongmeren, S/o Lt. Osangtemba and Lt. Mrs. Meyipokla on being promoted as the Deputy Commissioner of Kiphire District, Nagaland. U.S.U further wishes the best for the role and responsibility entrusted to him by the people of the state. May our Almighty God continue to bless him in all his future endeavours.

Sd/- Sd/Sentimeren Chubawati

President General Secretary Unger Students’ Union Unger Students’ Union

OffICE Of THE Managing Board BaPTiST HigHEr SECondarY SCHooL MangKoLEMBa

P.O.: Mangkolemba - 798604, Nagaland fELICITATION

The Managing Board members and School express its heartiest congratulations to Miss. Sungtiben Kichu, D/o Mr. Imlitemsu Kichu & Mrs. Imlinaro and Miss. Temsumenla Jamir, D/o Mr. Imzamokba & Mrs. Temjenlila for securing 17th & 20th rank respectively in the HSLC Examination, 2023 and also appreciate them for bringing laurels to the school.

eral secretary NFA, Benei M. Lamthiu, was elected as MLA to the 14th NLA and for which, they are all very proud of. He believed Benei’s involvement in the NLA will pave more outcome and opportunities for NFA in setting higher benchmarks and through him, much opportunities would be availed, which will eventually garner and improve the football fraternity of Nagaland from top to bottom and wished him the best. The proigramme was chaired by NFA vice president, All India Football Federation (AIFF) executive member and NFA president, K. Neibu Sekhose gave a welcome note, invocation was offered by Viposa Kiso, head of referee, Kevingutuo Sekhose shared greetings, special song was presented by Keneisenuo Sorhie and vote of thanks was proposed by Mughato Aye.

BAI to conduct trials for Asia Jr. Badminton C’ship

NEW DELHI, MAY 26

(IANS): Anwesha Gowda, Anupama Upadhyaya and Unnati Hooda will be favourites to take their spots in the selection trials for the highly-anticipated Badminton Asia Junior Championships 2023 at the Karnail Singh Stadium here from June 4-7. The Badminton Association of India (BAI) will be conducting the selection trials to pick the Indian team for the tournament. One of Asia’s most prestigious junior badminton tournaments, which is scheduled in Yogyakarta, Indonesia from July 7-16, provides a remarkable platform for young talents to showcase their skills and compete against the best players from across the continent, the BAI informed in a release. The players will be selected based on their performances in the selection trials.

Senior men’s inter-district cricket: Chümoukedima progress to semis

DIMAPUR, MAY 26 (NPN): Chümoukedima

and Longleng won their respective matches at the ongoing senior men’s interdistrict cricket tournament at Nagaland Cricket Stadium and Sovima Cricket Ground on Friday.

Playing the first match at Nagaland Cricket Stadium, Chümoukedima defeated Peren by 58 runs to book its slot in the semi-finals.

Sent in to bat first by Peren, Chümoukedima’s Keniezetuo Rio (16), Mughavi Sumi (26), Sedezhalie Rupreo (46 not out) and Imliwati (22) finely contributed to pose 148 runs on the board in a 20 overs reduced match.

OM Sangma was the pick of Peren bowlers as he took 3 wickets while Bamyibe Npanme and Poiring picked up 1 wicket each.

Peren came in for the run chase with an approachable attitude for a win but

bowling attack from Chümoukedima restricted their brave efforts and could not build any partnerships and managed to muster only 90 runs losing 7 wickets in 20 overs. Imliwati and Keduowhetuo picked up 2 wickets each while Mhalevor, Khrievitso and Aniezo took 1 wicket each for Chümoukedima.

Chümoukedima’s captain Imliwati was adjudged man of the match for scoring 22 runs and bagging 2 wickets.

In the second match at Sovima Cricket Ground, Wokha required a win to qualify for the semi-finals, however, Longleng defeated them by 33 runs as both teams now bowed out of the tournament. Having sent in to bat first, Longleng managed to pile up 139 runs in 19.4 overs having lost all wickets. The opening batsman shared a 65

runs partnership as Moakumzuk made 50 runs and Shingpang made 21 runs. Bidesi Nayak and Arjun Kumar Yadav contributed 45 and 11 runs respectively for Longleng to pose a target of 140 runs for a must win for Wokha. Bowling first, Nchumbemo Kikon led the charge for Wokha as he scalped 4 wickets in 4 overs. Nzanthung Mozhui (20) and Renjamo Y Mozhui (36) combined in the run chase to give Wokha a good start supported by Nchumbemo Kikon (16) (not out) and Romokhon Humtsoe (10) (not out) but bowling from Longleng restricted Wokha to a tally of 106 runs only in 20 overs.

Today’s semi-finals

Dimapur Vs Kohima Nagaland Cricket Stadium

Chumoukedima Vs Niuland Sovima Cricket Ground

NOA to conduct races as part of ‘Olympic Day’ celebration

DIMAPUR, MAY 26

(NPN): Nagaland Olympic Association (NOA) will be participating in the global celebration of Olympic Day on June 24 at Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima, under the theme, “Let’s Move”.

According to a DIPR report, this year, the event was designed to inspire children and youth aged 4 to 16, aimed at promoting an active lifestyle, promote

sportsmanship and celebrate the Olympic spirit.

Various race categories will be held catering to different age groups. The race categories are: 30 meters for 4 years and above to below 6 years (born after June 1, 2017). 50 meters for 6 years and above to below 9 years (born after June 1, 2014). 80 meters for 9 years and above to below 13 years (born after June 1, 2010). 100 meters for 13 years and

above to below 16 years (born after June 1, 2007).

NOA has encouraged parents, guardians, schools and sports enthusiasts to actively support their children’s participation in this memorable event. By joining the Olympic Day Run, young participants will not only engage in physical fitness but also develop friend-

ship and a sense of unity through sports. The total cash prize of Rs. 50,400 will be awarded to the winners, along with merit certificates from the NOA. Each participant will also receive certificate from the International Olympic Committee.

Registration for the Olympic Day Run is open to all young participants

aged 4 to 16 years without entry fee. The last date for registration is June 18. To register, participants may walk-in at NOA office, Kohima or apply online at https://forms.gle/ CkuLsBhyQGyHxWrT6. For further information, entries and queries, one may contact at 8259023640 and 7085333972.

lalpeka Guite, who made no mistake and regained the Blue Colt’s lead. Just a couple of minutes later, Lalpekhlua picked out Danny with a quick free-kick. The 15-year-old then registered his second assist, passing the ball for Korou to make it 3-1 with ease. Korou went close to doubling his tally in the 83rd minute but missed the target narrowly. Substitute Omang also almost got in the act, but saw his decent effort blocked by Augsburg’s Niklas Hummel.

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The Kikrüma Students’ Union is proud to extend our heartiest congratulations to Ms. Vevotolü Kezo, D/o Mr. Khupo Kezo and Mrs. Pusocholü Kezo of Kikrüma Village for successfully clearing the UPSC CSE 2022.

The Union salutes her outstanding achievement and further prays the Almighty God grant good health and more success in her career ahead. The Union also congratulates all its HSLC and HSSLC 2023 successful candidates.

Khotso Puro Hütsü Thira President, KSU Gen. Secretary

OFFICE O F THE KUKI STUDENTS’ ORGANISATION, NAGALAND H.Q. AHTHIBUNG TOWN, PEREN: NAGALAND Motto : “Astra Castra, Numen Lumen” CONGRATULATORY NOTE

The Kuki Students’ Organisation Nagaland heartily congratulates all these students for their success and remarkable achievements in their HSLC and HSSLC examinations and we also express our gratitude to each one of them for bringing laurels to the community. We wish you continued success in your careers ahead. The Organisation also congratulates all the successful HSLC and HSSLC candidates of both NBSE and CBSE board all over Nagaland and all the parents and teachers whose unwavering support has made it possible.

(PAOLENMANG) SECRETARY, MEDIA CELL

SüMI STUDENTS' UNION BORLENGRI (SüGHüNA) FELICITATION

OFFICE OF THE

DIMAPUR AREA CHUCHUYIMLANG MERANG SEMCHIR KIDONG EDUCATIONAL TRUST

DIMAPUR: NAGALAND FELICITATION

Sungtiben Kichu 17th Rank Temsumenla Jamir 20th Rank

The Members and School also congratulate all the students who passed the HSLC & HSSLC Examination, 2023.

Principal Chairman Baptist Hr. Sec. School Managing Board Mangkolemba Baptist Hr. Sec. School Mangkolemba

Dr. Vinika Chophy Miss. H Tunali Yepthomi

Sümi Students' Union Borlengri (Süghüna) takes immense pride and joy to congratulate Dr. Vinika Chophy, D/o Vikheshe Chophy for being conferred the Doctorate Degree in Education (Specialization: Social Psychology) in the thesis "Teachers' Instructional Practices and Students; goal Orientation : A study of Secondary School Students' achievements, motivation in Nagaland" under the Supervision of Dr. Arvind Kumar Mishra, JNU, Zakir Husain Centre for Educational Studies/ School of Social Science.

The Union also congratulates Miss. H. Tunali Yepthomi, D/o Y Heshito Yepthomi for securing state subject topper in Social Science and Environment Education Studies in the recently HSLC result declaration. The Union extends best wishes for their future endeavours.

Uka Carara Liviti Chishi President General Secretary

With immense pride and honor, the DACMSKET extends our heartiest congratulations to Miss. Moatsungla D/o Mr. Alinungsang & Mrs. S. Amongla for achieving Gold Medal in Master of Arts in Economics from St. Joseph University, Dimapur. The union further wishes her good health and success in her future endeavors.

Sd/- Sd/- Sd/Tsuktichuba Merang Imomatsung President Secretary Chairman Board Of Trustee

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NFA members and others with Benei M. Lamthiu, MLA in Kohima on Friday. (NP)

India under 17 football team squad.

GT storm into second successive IPL final

AHMEDABAD, MAY 26

(PTI): Shubman Gill extended his sensational run with a third century of the season as Gujarat Titans crushed Mumbai Indians by 62 runs to storm into their second consecutive IPL final here on Friday

Gill’s 60-ball 129 (7x4s, 10x6s) fired Gujarat Titans to a huge 233/3 and in reply, Mumbai Indians, struck by a string of injuries, went down fighting in Qualifier 2 with Suryakumar Yadav (61) and Tilak Varma (43) providing the resistance.

Mohit Sharma, introduced in the 15th over, finished with figures of 2.2-010-5, triggering a collapse as MI collapsed from 149/4 in 14 overs to 171 all-out in 18.2 overs

The 23-year-old Gill scored his third century in the last four innings, recorded the highest score of the season for any batter and took his tally to 851 runs in yet another sensational knock. Gill’s whirlwind knock made him only the second Indian batter after Virat Kohli (2016) and overall fourth in the history, after Jos Buttler (2022) and David Warner (2016), to score more than 800 runs in an IPL season.

Chasing 234, MI were forced to rejig their batting

Shotgun WC: Trap shooter Bhowneesh in joint lead

ALMATY (KAZAKHSTAN), MAY 26 (IANS):

Bhowneesh Mendiratta, who bagged a quota Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, missed two targets out of 75 and moved into the joint lead at the end of Day One of qualification in the Men’s Trap competition in the ongoing International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Shotgun.

The Indian shooter was tied on the same score with four others including double world champion and Tokyo 2020 Mixed Team Trap winner Alberto Fernandez of Spain. The 69-strong field will come back for two more rounds of qualification on Saturday, before the final, which is scheduled on the same day. Bhowneesh’s first and third rounds were perfect 25s. He missed only the 28th and 43rd targets and looked solid throughout.

Senior teammates Zoravar Sandhu and Prithviraj Tondaiman were lying 16th and 23rd among contenders, after shooting scores of 71 and 70 respectively.

Malaysia Masters: Sindhu, Prannoy storm into semis; Srikanth ousted

ond wicket with B Sai Sudharsan, who happily played second fiddle with a 31-ball 43 before he was retired out.

Gill hit three sixes off MI’s hero of the last game, Akash Madhwal (1/53), in the 12th over to cross the 800-run mark.

He brought up his fifty off 32 balls with two sixes and three fours and unleashed a flurry of sixes against seamers and spinners alike here at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Gill also surpassed Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 62-ball 124 to record the highest individual score this season, with Mumbai Indians being on the receiving end on both the occasions. In the process, the 23-year-old also went past RCB’s Faf du Plessis (730 runs) to claim the Orange Cap.

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 26 (IANS): India’s PV Sindhu and H.S Prannoy continued their magical runs at the Malaysia Masters 2023 badminton championship, storming into the semifinals with hard-fought victories in the quarterfinals here on Friday.

Sindhu and Prannoy, India’s highest-ranked players in the women’s and men’s singles rankings respectively, were the only Indians remaining in the contention as Kidambi Srikanth’s campaign ended in the quarterfinals, losing to Christian Adinata of Indonesia in three games.

line-up with Ishan Kishan being substituted after he ran into Chris Jordan during change of overs in the first innings and hurt his eye.

Rohit Sharma also copped a blow to his hand while fielding and Cameron Green had to retire hurt for a bit, after being smacked on his left forearm by Hardik Pandya.

Mohammad Shami caused early troubles for Mumbai, getting rid of makeshift opener Nehal

Wadhera (4) and Rohit (8), but Varma took on the India and GT pace spearhead, hitting four fours and a six to collect 24 runs off the fifth over. However, Varma’s blitz did not last long as Rashid Khan cleaned him up after a 14-ball 43 (5x4s, 3x6s). MI reached 72 for three after the powerplay.

Suryakumar and Green kept the scoreboard ticking with their fourth wicket stand that took MI past the 100-run mark in the

10th over, but in the 12th, Josh Little ended their resistance by cleaning up the Australian.

Green struck four fours and two sixes in his 20-ball 30. Mohit struck again to remove Vishnu Vinod (5) in the same over and Rashid shut the doors on MI with the wicket of Tim David (2) in the 16th.

Earlier, Gill began sturdily and turned brutal in the second half of the innings, adding 138 runs for the sec-

IfBhushan attends inauguration of new Parl, country will get message: Vinesh

NEW DELHI, MAY 26 (PTI): Vinesh Phogat on Friday said if WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh attends the inauguration of the new Parliament building on May 28, it will send a clear message about the state of affairs in the country.

Top wrestlers including Vinesh and Olympic medallists Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik, have been staging a sit-in at Jantar Mantar in Delhi since April 23, demanding Singh’s arrest for allegedly sexually harassing seven women grapplers, including a minor.

As part of their fight against Singh, the protesting wrestlers will now hold a women’s Mahapanchayat before the new Parliament building on Sunday, the day of its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

“If Brij Bhushan is there at the new Parliament on May 28, then the whole country will automatically get the message,” Vinesh said when asked what kind of message it will convey if WFI chief is present during

the inauguration.

“Whosoever is trying to save Brij Bhushan, is against us. I don’t know what is happening internally in the government but someone is trying to shield him and it is not right, he is harming the women of this country.” Asked if it is a demand of the wrestlers to not allow Singh to attend the inauguration of the new Parliament building, Vinesh tried to make her point with an example.

“When a letter was issued against me for indiscipline after Tokyo Olympics and on the basis of that, if he can stop me from meeting the Prime Minister, can

FootballU20WC:GambiastunFranceto enterpayoffs;EnglandholdoffUruguay

half. Florent Da SilvaSanchez tripped Bakary Jawara inside the area, but Alagie Saine’s spot-kick was saved.

Wilson Odobert quickly punished the miss, heading home to equalise after everyone had missed a free-kick to the back post, but Mamin Sanyang secured The Gambia victory by jinking his way past Jordan Semedo Varela and fizzing the ball home.

MENDOZA (ARGENTINA), MAY 26 (IANS):

The Gambia overcame France 2-1 in the Group F match of the FIFA U20 World Cup to reach the last 16 with a game to spare, leaving their illustrious opponents on the cusp of elimination, here at Malvinas Argentinas Stadium on Thursday night.

Gambia stood strong on top of Group F with six points after two wins in two games, followed by Korea in second place with

four points, while France is rooted at the bottom with no win under their belts.

Gambia and Korea will square off in their last group-stage match on May 29 to decide the table topper of Group F.

Gambia raced in front when Adama Bojang’s shot ricocheted off goalkeeper Yann Lienard and went in off defender Tanguy Zoukrou.

Lienard saved France from falling further behind shortly into the second

In other action, England held off Uruguay in front of a large crowd at a rainy La Plata Stadium to move to the top of Group E with one match in the section remaining.

England will face Iraq in their final group game on May 28, while Uruguay -- currently on three points in second place -- will take on Tunisia.

Notably, England have now won five straight U-20 World Cup outings against teams from the Americas, and six successive matches in the competition.

Additionally, Gill’s 129 bettered Virender Sehwag’s 122 against Chennai Super Kings in the 2014 season as the highest score for a batter in the IPL playoffs.

BRIEF SCORES: Gujarat Titans 233/3 in 20 overs (Shubman Gill 129, B Sai Sudharsan 43; Piyush Chawla 1/45) beat Mumbai Indians 171 in 18.2 overs (Suryakumar Yadav 61, Tilak Varma 43; Mohit Sharma 5/10, Rashid Khan 2/33) by 62 runs.

Playing on Court 1 at Axiata Arena in the Malaysian capital, two-time Olympic medallist Sindhu won her quarter-final tie in a thrilling match against Zhang Yi Man of China 21-16, 13-21, 22-20. She will next face Gregoria Mariska Tunjung of Indonesia, who is ranked 9th in the BWF World Rankings, in the semifinals. Georgia stunned China’s secondseeded Wang Zhi Yi 21-11, 21-14 in the first women’s singles quarterfinal of the day.

In the men’s singles, Prannoy continued his

brilliant run in the BWF World Tour Super 500 event as he defeated Japan’s Kenta Nishimoto 25-23, 18-21, 21-13 in the quarterfinals. In the semifinals, he will face Christian Adinata of Indonesia.

Adinata got the better of India’s Kidambi Srikanth, who won the first game and enjoyed a 15-13 lead in a neck-and-neck battle in the second before losing 16-21, 21-16, 11-21 in a 57 minutes encounter in which the Indonesian won 58 rallies as compared to 48 by the Indian.

In their quarterfinal clash on Friday, China’s Zhang Yi Man got off to a good start and jumped to a 5-0 lead before Sindhu won her first point. How-

ever, the Indian shuttler, who won a silver in the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro and followed it up with a bronze in the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, came back strongly to level scores at 10-10 before taking the lead. Sindhu went ahead 15-11 and went on to win the opening game at 21-16. Zhang turned the tables in the second game as she took the lead at 4-3 before extending it to 10-3 and 15-9 as she went on to win the game 21-13. The 27-year-old Sindhu took an early 5-1 lead but Zhang caught up with her at 12-12. She gained a tw0-point lead at 15-13. A neck-and-neck battle ensured before Sindhu got her first match point at 20-17.

Chess: Carlsen wins Superbet Rapid & Blitz Poland

get my name removed from the list, then just imagine, there are so many allegations against him.

“Even after all that if he attends the Parliament on Sunday then you can understand where the country is heading.”

The protesting wrestlers are, however, yet to get permission from the Delhi Police for the Mahapanchayat. “Why won’t we get permission. We are the citizens of this country and if police stops us then I would request all to just sit there and start the panchayat,” Bajrang said. Asked how can they proceed with the Mahapanchayat if they don’t get the permission, Vinesh said: “Law is for the people. I know there is an event of PM but who will give justice to the daughters of this country? “If people like Brij Bhushan sit in the Parliament, then definitely our seniors will be angry but we are not going inside Parliament. We will do everything in a peaceful manner.”

WARSAW (POLAND),

MAY 26 (IANS): Five-time World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen won the 2023 Superbet Rapid & Blitz Poland, the second leg of the Grand Chess Tour (GCT), here at the Museum of the History of Polish Jews.

The Norwegian Grandmaster, the World No.1, finished with a score of 24/36, taking home the $40,000 1st place prize on Thursday night.

Placed second was local favourite and defending champion Jan-Krzyzstof Duda, who led until the final day and ended just a point behind with 23/36, after nearly winning a final game against Carlsen that would have forced a playoff.

Tied for third were Wesley So of the United States and France’s Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, each with 21.5 points, with Levon Aronian finishing in clear fifth place with 20.5.

Carlsen’s day started with a victory against Vachier-Lagrave, extending his fantastic win streak from the end of the previous day to seven.

He was then held to a draw by Romanian Grandmaster Bogdon-Daniel Deac before going on to defeat Radoslaw Wojtaszek (Poland), Kirill Shevchenko (Romanian), and another Romanian Richard Rapport in consecutive rounds to overtake the lead.

Then draws with Anish Giri (Netherlands) and

Man Utd beat Chelsea 4-1 to confirm Champions League qualification

Bruno Fernandes was brought down by Wesley Fofana in the box, and the Portuguese converted the resulting penalty in the 73rd minute before teeing up Marcus Rashford four minutes later.

Levon Aronian (America), putting Carlsen a full point ahead of the previous day’s leader, Duda. Going into the final round, Duda needed to defeat Carlsen with black pieces to catch up and force a playoff. Despite losing an

exchange out of the opening, Duda managed to survive into the endgame and completely turn it around.

But in the time scramble, the Pole missed a few chances and Carlsen managed to hold after 124 moves of play, clinching the title.

Casemiro celebrates his goal as Manchester United thrash Chelsea to secure a return to UCL next season.

MANCHESTER, MAY 26 (IANS): Manchester United have qualified for next season’s UEFA Champions League with a game to spare, cruising past Chelsea with a 4-1 win in their Premier League match here. After Thursday night’s win, Erik ten Hag’s side are now guaranteed to finish at least fourth in the Premier League and can therefore look forward to joining Arsenal, Manchester City and Newcastle United in Europe’s elite club competition

in the 2023/24 season.

Carlos Casemiro gave United the perfect start with a header from a Christian Eriksen set-piece after just six minutes. While the visitors provided a threat in the first half, United laid another blow as Anthony Martial doubled the lead deep into stoppage time.

United came out strongly again after the interval, dominating the play as they steamed ahead with two more goals later in the half.

A late consolation effort from Joao Felix in the 89 minutes could not uplift Chelsea’s hope as United sealed the win and confirmed their Champions League qualification for the 2023/24 campaign.

The win means United moved into third spot in the table, two points ahead of Newcastle, with one game still to play.

The 2023/24 UEFA Champions League group stage will involve 32 clubs, with 24 qualifying automatically by virtue of their domestic league placing. The UEFA Champions League holders and previous season’s UEFA Europa League winners are both also guaranteed a spot, with the final six slots determined via the play-offs.

France’s goalkeeper Yann Lienard kicks the ball against Gambia’s Mansour Mbye during a FIFA U-20 WC. (AP)

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Gujarat Titans batter Shubman Gill in action during the IPL playoff match between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, Friday. (PTI)