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Assam-Mizoram border clash: 5 Assam Policemen killed, 50 injured Assam, Mizoram CMs in heated Twitter exchange; Shah intervenes GUWAHATI/AIZAWL, JUL 26 (PTI): At least five Assam police personnel were killed and 50 others, including an SP, injured in clashes on Monday in a sudden escalation of the border dispute between Assam and Mizoram that also saw the two chief ministers engaging in a public spat, blaming each other’s police for the violence and seeking the Centre’s intervention.

The Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Twitter that six personnel of the Assam Police were killed in firing along the inter-state border in the Cachar district. However, an Assam government statement later revised the figure just before midnight and said that five state police personnel died and more than 50 people of the force were injured.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to the chief ministers of Assam and

Mizoram, Himanta Biswa Sarma and Zoramthanga respectively, and urged them to ensure peace along the disputed border and find an amicable settlement.

“Clear evidences are now beginning to emerge that unfortunately show that Mizoram Police has used Light Machine Guns (LMG) against personnel of @assampolice...,” Sarma said in a tweet.

However, Mizoram Home Minister Lalchamliana, in a statement, said Mizoram Police responded “spontaneously by firing back” at Assam Police after its 200 personnel forcibly crossed a duty post manned by the CRPF personnel and indulged in arson, assault on unarmed persons and firing.

Mizoram DIG (Northern Range), Lalbiakthanga Khiangte, also alleged that Assam Police opened fire and hurled grenades at Mizoram forces and unarmed civilians

Locals during a clash with police personnel along the Assam-Mizoram border area on Monday. (PTI)

near Vairengte village in Kolasib district in the afternoon.

“We had no other choice but to retaliate in self defence,” he said.

A senior Assam Police officer, who was inside the forest amid continuous firing from across the state border, told PTI that at least 50 personnel, including Cachar SP Nimbalkar Vaibhav Chandrakant, were injured in firing and stone-pelting.

Amit Shah during his separate telephonic conversations with Assam CM Sarma and his Mizoram counterpart Zoramthanga, asked them to maintain

peace along the inter-state border where tension prevails, the sources said. The home minister asked the chief ministers to resolve the border issue mutually.

Both chief ministers have assured the home minister that the needful will be done to ensure peace and resolve the border issue amicably. Soon after, Mizoram Home Minister Lalchamliana said in his statement that following the intervention of Shah, the Assam Police have withdrawn from the place and the duty post have been handed back to CRPF personnel.

Earlier, Zoramthanga accused the Assam Police of resorting to lathi-charge and lobbing tear gas shells while Assam Police claimed that a large number of “miscreants” from Mizoram were indulging in stone pelting and had attacked the Assam government officials.

Locals on the Assam side alleged that miscreants armed with sticks, rods and even rifles, attacked Assam Police at Lailapur and damaged several vehicles, including those belonging to the DC’s office.

Zoramthanga posted a video in his Twitter handle

Delta variant infecting fully-vaccinated people BSY resigns as Karna CM NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): The Delta variant is the fastest, fittest and most formidable version of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 the world has encountered, and it is upending assumptions about the disease even as nations loosen restrictions and open their economies, according to virologists and epidemiologists.

Vaccine protection remains very strong against severe infections and hospitalizations caused by any version of the coronavirus, and those most at risk are still the unvaccinated, according to interviews with 10 leading COVID-19 experts. The major worry about the Delta variant,

first identified in India, is not that it makes people sicker, but that it spreads far more easily from person to person, increasing infections and hospitalizations among the unvaccinated.

Evidence is also mounting that it is capable of infecting fully vaccinated people at a greater rate than previous versions, and concerns have been raised that they may even spread the virus, these experts said.

“The biggest risk to the world at the moment is simply Delta,” said microbiologist Sharon Peacock, who runs Britain’s efforts to sequence the genomes of coronavirus variants, calling it the “fittest and fastest variant yet.”

Vir uses constantly evolve through mutation, with new variants arising.

Sometimes these are more dangerous than the original.

Until there is more data on Delta variant transmission, disease experts say that masks, social distancing and other measures set aside in countries with broad vaccination campaigns may again be needed.

Public Health England said on Friday that out of a total of 3,692 people hospitalized in Britain with the Delta variant, 58.3% were unvaccinated and 22.8% were fully vaccinated. In Singapore, where Delta is the most common variant, government officials

BENGALURU, JUL 26 (PTI): After months of speculation over his exit, BS Yediyurappa on Monday stepped down as the chief minister of Karnataka, coinciding with his government completing two years in office. The 78-year-old BJP veteran who submitted his resignation to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot at the Raj Bhavan here, said he quit “voluntarily”.

“I had decided to resign two months ago, as we complete two years of our government today. I thought it was apt to resign now and have submitted the resignation to the Governor, and he has accepted it,” Yediyurappa told report(Cont’d on p-7) ers. “I will not make any

Centre justifies higher taxes on petrol and diesel NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (IANS): Centre has justified high level of taxation on auto fuels suggesting that revenue from petroleum sector is important for running various developmental schemes but has refused to acknowledge the role played by higher prices of petrol and diesel in fuelling inflationary pressure on the economy.

Replying to a question on impact of rising fuel prices on country’s economic recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic in the Lok Sabha, minister of petroleum and

This is it!

natural gas Hardeep Singh Puri said that revenue generated by taxation (on petroleum products) is used in various developmental schemes of the Government like PMGSY, PMUY, PMGKY and also to provide relief to the poor during the pandemic by schemes like Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana under which free ration was provided to 80 crore beneficiaries during April, 2020 to November 2020 and MayJune 2021, free vaccination against Covid-19 etc.

He said that over the

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per cent, 3.10 per cent and 0.64 per cent indicating that petroleum products may not be responsible rising prices in other categories.

Taxes both by the Centre and States account for a lion’s share of current retail price of petrol and diesel.

The Centre levies Excise/ Cess on Petrol of Rs 32.90/ litre which includes Basic Excise Duty of Rs 1.40, Road & Infrastructure Development Cess of Rs 18, Agriculture and Infrastructure Development Cess of Rs 2.50 and Special Additional Excise Duty of Rs 11.

proposal on who should be the next chief minister, it is left for the high command to decide.,” he said.

Monday’s developments now shift the focus to the BJP veteran’s successor who could lead the party-led government for its remainder of term till 2023.

State logs 53 fresh Covid cases, 3 deaths DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): Nagaland on Monday recorded 54 fresh Covid positive cases and three deaths.

Of the fresh cases, 19 were from Mokokchung, Dimapur-15, Kohima-11, four in Tuensang, three in Peren and one each in Mon and Phek, taking the total caseload to 27362.

Further, two more patients succumbed to the infection in Dimapur and one in Mokokchung, pushing the death toll to 545 (including 14 non-Covid deaths).

Vaccine hesitancy poses challenge in Covid fight Staff Reporter

“Hey, it’s very bad to have fun all by yourselves. Don’t forget now we’re as one.”

last 7 years, length of National Highways has gone up by 50 per cent from 91,287 km (as of April 2014) to 1,37,625 km (as on 20 March 2021).

Highway construction per day in India increased almost 3 times from 12 km/day in 2014-15 to 33.7 km/day in 2020-21. So, the minister said cess is used for infrastructure development and also generates employment. Regarding higher prices of fuel raising inflationary pressure on the economy, the minister in his reply said that the weightage of petrol, diesel and LPG in the WPI index is 1.60

BS Yediyurappa (PTI)

DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): Even before the emergence of Covid-19 pandemic, World Health Organisation (WHO) had recognised vaccine hesitancy as one of the 10 leading threats to global health.

In recent weeks, the s t a t e g ove r n m e n t h a d ramped up efforts to sensitise public on efficacy and safety of Covid vaccine. However, denial and hesitancy still remain, which threaten public health and

also any chance of ending the pandemic soon.

Speaking to Nagaland Post, pulmonologist Dr Mecietuonuo Rutsa of Eden Medical Centre here said the severity of Covid-19 was more among the unvaccinated patients at the hospital, compared with those who had taken the vaccine.

While attending to her patients, she said she had noticed that most of those who were vaccinated did not develop post-Covid complications. She also claimed that a patient had

died recently even after being vaccinated with the first dose because the person had underlying health complications. She observed that most people infected with the virus stayed at home and treated themselves for fear of stigmatisation. She said people thought it was just flu and got vaccinated.

Mecietuonuo explained that what they did not know was that the sickness after getting vaccinated got “exaggerated” and was “precipitated” by the vaccine. “Many think that if

they get vaccinated, they would get better, but this is wrong,” she stressed.

She disclosed that there was one such death at the hospital where a patient reportedly took the vaccine after being sick and died after a few days. In such cases, the doctor said people might think that the patient was fine and had died after taking the vaccine. “What I want people to know is that we should be 100% sure we do not have Covid before taking the vaccine,” she stressed.

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of a stand-off between Assam police personnel and a group of stick-wielding youths. “Shri @AmitShah ji kindly look into the matter.

This needs to be stopped right now. #MizoramAssamBorderTension,” he said, tagging the Prime Minister’s office and Union Home Minister’s office, Sarma and officials of Assam’s Cachar district. Zoramthanga also alleged in another tweet that “an innocent couple” on their way back to Mizoram via Cachar was “manhandled” by “thugs and goons”.

“How are you going to justify these violent acts?” he asked.

The Assam Police countered the Mizoram chief minister’s allegations by saying that people from Mizoram attacked its personnel and indulged in stone-pelting on them.

“It’s unfortunate that a large number of miscreants from Mizoram are indulging in stone pelting and such forms of attack at Assam Government Officials, stationed at Lailapur to protect Assam’s land from

encroachment,” it tweeted. The Assam Police also said, “We strongly condemn these acts of vandalism and reiterate our resolve to protect Assam’s boundary.”

The Assam chief minister tweeted: “Honble @ ZoramthangaCM ji , Kolasib ( Mizoram) SP is asking us to withdraw from our post until then their civilians won’t listen nor stop violence. “How can we run government in such circumstances? Hope you will intervene at earliest @ AmitShah @PMOIndia,” he tweeted along with a video of the situation.

Later, Sarma said he spoke to his Mizoram counterpart and reiterated that Assam Police will maintain the status quo and peace along the border. “I have just spoken to chief minister Zoramthanga. I have reiterated that Assam will maintain status quo and peace between the borders of our state. I have expressed my willingness to visit Aizawl and discuss these issues if need be @AmitShah @ PMOIndia,” he said.

However, Zoramthanga again tweeted: “Dear Himantaji, after cordial meeting of CMs by Hon’ble Shri @amitshah ji, surprisingly 2 companies of Assam Police with civilians lathi-charged & tear-gassed civilians at Vairengte Auto Rickshaw stand inside Mizoram today. They even overrun CRPF personnel /Mizoram Police,” he claimed. The Mizoram chief minister also urged Sarma to instruct the Assam Police to withdraw from Vairengte for the safety of civilians.

Both the chief ministers had attended a meeting of all chief ministers of North Eastern states, chaired by the union home minister, in Shillong on Saturday.

In his statement, the Mizoram home minister said around 200 personnel of the Assam Police led by an IGP and accompanied by the DC, SP and DFO Cachar came to Vairengte autorickshaw stand at around 11.30 a.m. on Monday and allegedly forcibly crossed the duty (Cont’d on p-8)

Supporting opposition-less govt without any pre-condition: NPFLP DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): Naga People’s Front Legislative Party (NPFLP) has clarified that it had decided to support the concept of an opposition-less government in the State without any pre-condition and did not place any demand whatsoever before the incumbent PDA government.

Noting that Naga people have been praying for unity among 60 MLAs in order to facilitate the IndoNaga peace process so that all Naga negotiating groups could come together and create a common ground in order to remove all kinds of confusion among the Nagas and Government of India

(GoI), NPFLP secretary Dr Chumben Murry in a press communiqué stressed that their good intention should not be misconstrued.

He said the sole reason and purpose in supporting the formation of an opposition-less government was to pursue an early resolution and settlement of the protracted Naga issue.

He therefore urged Naga negotiating groups and the Centre, besides all political parties, to be sincere in their approach while handling the ongoing situation in order to conclude the ongoing peace process at the earliest.

In another statement, NPF through its press bu-

reau, said it was amused by the reactions of National People’s Party (NPP) and Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) to its recent decision to support the ruling coalition in the State.

The party in a separate press communiqué explained that extending support to the ruling coalition to expedite the unresolved political conflict with GoI was an effort to demonstrate cohesiveness and present a united voice as elected representatives of the Nagas.

The party clarified that it was not grouping as one political entity and claim to be unifying for the Naga cause as (Cont’d on p-8)

Delhi church demolition: NPCC questions silence DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): Reacting to the demolition of Little Flower Church in South Delhi on July 12, Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) Monday said the party expected Christian states particularly Nagaland would react sharp-

ly, condemn and protest the action, but has remained silent so far.

NPCC president K Therie said that “Nagaland for Christ” was the commitment of NBCC, which impplied the readiness to rise and sacrifice for Christ.

TDDC reiterates demand for separate Tobu district DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): Just a day after the Aboi District Demand Committee (ADDC) urged the state government to declare Aboi as a district on August 15, the Tobu District Demand Committee (TDDC) has reaffirmed its demand for a separate Tobu district and requested the ADDC not to include Tobu and Moka under Aboi district demand.

In a press release, TDDC secretary Sangti Konyak stated that the committee’s demand for separate Tobu district was for “just and effective governance”.

TDDC claimed that the state government posted I Alienba Ao as the deputy commissioner Tobu as early as in 1987. The committee also said that in the year 2006 Tobu sub-division civil

society organisation made proposal to the state government for upgradation of Tobu ADC headquarters to full-fledged district headquarters.

Subsequently in the year 2007, it said the proposal of the TDDC for up-gradation to district headquarters under Mon district was the only demand included in the notification issued under home department, GAB-1 in the “list of Demands for creation/up gradation and changes in Administrative Head Quarters”. TDDC said that the demand for Tobu district was “a public cry for justice to fill the infrastructural and staffing gaps, to improve the service delivery system, economic upliftment and lasting peace”.

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He said that remaining silent was, however, a betrayal of the commitment and denial of Christ. “Christians claiming to have faith in Jesus but support a government that persecutes Christians are Pharisees,” NPCC president said.

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CNC appeals for prayer for Muivah DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): Council of Nagalim Churches (CNC) has appealed to all the denominational Churches, prayer groups, organizations, associations, families and individuals in Nagalim and abroad to pray for the speedy recovery of ato kilonser and the chief negotiator Th. Muivah, who is presently undergoing treatment at CIHSR, Dimapur.

CNC general secretary Ikato Chishi Swu stated that condition of Muivah was stable, but expressed belief that there was “much power in collectively praying a prayer of agreement for healing”. It also notified all ministries/ departments under GPRN; Naga Army brigades, battalions and units; and regional churches to conduct a chain of prayer for Muivah starting from July 27, till he fully recovers.

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‘Blast disease’ in jhum paddy affects 9 villages

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Kashiho calls on Sonowal in Delhi

Security forces seal NSCN (I-M)’s ‘unauthorised messes’ at Jalukie

60% OF TOTAL JHUM AREA AT NAGINIMORA SUB-DIVISION AFFECTED

Blast disease in jhum paddy under Naginimora sub-division, Mon.

Shiyong, Chingphoi, Chingdang, Tanhai, Wakching, Wakching Chingla, Lampong Wakching and Wanching.

A total of 955.5 hectares of jhum area, which constitute about 60% of the total jhum area in the subdivision were affected by the disease.

The release disclosed that the infestation rate was 80-90% and about 1034

farming households were affected by the disease outbreak. Blast disease of rice is one of the most destructive diseases of rice which can cause an average grain loss of about 70-80%.

The disease attacks the leaves, nodes collars and panicles of a rice plant.

It is primarily spread through infected seeds, rice stubbles, wind and water and also in paddy grown in upland and higher elevation having water scarcity.

The drought like situation from January to May have resulted in poor germination, low tillering and unhealthy growth making the paddy very prone to diseases attack, the department informed.

It also advised the use of healthy and disease free seeds, proper disposal of rice stubbles after harvest, seeds treatment, spraying of fungicides etc., for management practices of blast disease of rice.

Kashiho presenting Naga shawl to Sonowal in New Delhi.

DIMAPUR: Nagaland minister soil & water conservation and geology & mining V Kashiho Sangtam called on Union Minister of Ports, shipping and Waterways & Minister of AYUSH, Sarbananda Sonowal in New Delhi on Monday.

In a press release, PRO (IPR) Nagaland House, New Delhi, Kuolie Mere, informed that the V Kashiho Sangtam, congratulated Sonowal on “achieving the aspirations of North East people having being inducted to Union Cabinet.”

According to PRO, minister Kashiho had a healthy discussion with union minister pertaining to various issues in Nagaland. He also submitted a proposal for river dredging in Nagaland.

Meanwhile, minis-

ter Kashiho Sangtam and advisor DUDA Bonkhao Konyak along with department officials also called on secretary, DoNER, Dr. Interjit Singh and joint secretary, DoNER Sourabh Endley and briefed them about the proposals for special development programmes in Eastern Nagaland under DUDA. PRO said the secretary assured to forward the proposals to the link ministries for necessary action.

SF, police personnel, village authorities and others after sealing the ‘messes’ at Jalukie.

DIMAPUR: Security forces with civil administration, police, civil society organisation (CSOs) and village authorities sealed two “unauthorised messes” of NSCN (I-M) at midland colony, Jalukie under Peren district on July 22.

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informed by the security forces that “military wing cadres must not be found outside their designated camps”.

PRO said village authorities also requested the general public not to allow their premises to be used for “such unauthorised purposes”.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We, the family members would like to thank all our friends, neighbours, well wishers and all those who stood by us physically, emotionally and through prayers support at the demise of Late P Nsemo Lotha on 14/06/2021.

Though, we express our inability to thank you all individually, it is our humble prayer to Almighty God to bless each one of you.

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NEWS IN BRIEF Kohima water supply line damaged: Public Health Engineering department has informed that linkage of water supply to Kohima town from Jotsoma source has been damaged by landslide.

The department has informed that while restoration works are underway, it may take some more time before water supply could be resumed. In this regard, it has requested the public to bear with the inconveniences and urged the consumers to extend their cooperation.

DC Mokokchung convenes meeting: Deputy Commissioner Mokokchung has informed all heads of offices and all administrative officers that there would be a meeting on July 30, 11 a.m., at ADC planning conference hall. All concerned have been requested to attend the meeting without fail.

RCD installs new team: Rotaract club of Dimapur conducted its 47th installation ceremony on July 18. The new team would be led by Ashok Jain as president and Kushal Jain as secretary (2021 – 2022).

GPRN/NSCN terminates three: GPRN/ NSCN has terminated three cadres from from active service of Naga Army on account of “anti-national activities and breach of Naga army disciplinary code”. The three terminated cadres include ‘2nd lieut.’ L. Popai, ‘sgt.’ Kiheto and ‘pvt.’ Akhevi. GPRN through its MIP informed that the membership of the terminated cadres in the Naga army would “cease to be validated and effectively bear no liability”.

ZSUN elects new office bearers: Zeliang Students’ Union Nagaland (ZSUN) at its general convention held on July 24 at council hall, Peren town has elected new office bearers. The new team would be led by Kingsalt Hegwang as president along with 25 other members. The convention resolved the reamendment of the 1961 constitution of the ZLSUN for which the committee would be set up by the executive council at the earliest date.

RCD elects: Rotary Club of Dimapur (RCD) elected Bajrang Bucha and Pankaj Modi as incoming president and secretary respectively (2021-22) on July 25.

IGAR (N), the sealing was a follow up operation conducted on July 19 when unauthorised messes of NSCN (I-M) were raided and illegal arms, ammunition and incriminating documents were recovered.

PRO said that NSCN (I-M) authorities were also

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AcKNOwLEDGEMENT

Born on 26th Sept. 1988 – Died on 20th July 2021

In LovIng MeMory of our Beloved Son Lt. S. vInoto yeptho (hIto) It was indeed a greatest blessing to have you in our life journey. "God be with you till we meet at Jesus feet."

Extending our earnest appreciation to all who came towards us with financially, physically and prayerfully at the sad demise of our beloved son. May God bless you all in return.

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Loving Family Members

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The family of LATE IMPANGONEN JAMIR, extend our sincere gratitude to all who shared our grief and sorrow at the sudden demise of our beloved father, who went to be with the Lord on 17th July, 2021.

We are deeply overwhelmed by your love, support, strength and endless prayers given to us during our difficult times, your contributions made our loss more bearable. As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude.

"So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.” k-1330

John 16:22

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DIMAPUR: On receiving the report of “blast disease” of rice, a fungal disease, under Naginimora subdivision, Mon, office of the sub-divisional agriculture officer, Naginimora conducted an extensive survey and spot verification of infected jhum fields from July 10 to 17.

In a press release, state agriculture department informed that according to the report submitted by the SDAO office, Naginimora, the disease was first reported during July 8-15.

During the survey, it was found that the jhum field were infested with a fungal disease known as blast disease of rice caused by pyricularia oryzae.

The paddy crops were in late tillering to panicle initiation stage and nine villages were severely affected by the disease, the department informed.

The villages affected by the blast disease included

GRATITUDE

Dr. Tsenchamo murry (1 January 1940 – 19th July 2021) To the many friends, relatives, colleagues, batch mates, doctors, nurses, churches, organizations and well-wishers, we wish to acknowledge the love and kindness, as well as expression of sympathy, condolences, tributes and assistance given in any way during his illness and after his death. We are beyond grateful and overwhelmed by your support and prayers that made our bereavement more bearable. We extend our heartfelt thanks and deep appreciation.

We pray that the good Almighty Lord bless you abundantly.

With sincere Gratitude The Beloved family of Late Dr. Tsenchamo murry st

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WEATHER FORECAST JULY 27

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala A heavy thunderstorm

33 26

Aizawl

Rather cloudy; p.m. t-storms

Guwahati A thunderstorm in spots Imphal

A morning t-storm in spots

28 22 33 26 28 22

Itanagar A stray morning thunderstorm 29 24 Shillong

A couple of thunderstorms

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Kohima

Mainly cloudy with a t-storm

27 19

Dimapur Mostly cloudy with a t-storm

31 25

Rather cloudy with a t-storm

28 21

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Tuensang Mostly cloudy Wokha

A stray afternoon t-storm

Zunheboto Mostly cloudy with a t-storm

21 16 27 22 26 19

DHD receives 50 oxygen concentrators

Random testing, meetings on COVID-19 continue

DIMAPUR: District Hospital Dimapur (DHD) on July 25 received 50 internationally certified oxygen concentrators from the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) as a Cooperate Social Responsibility (CSR) funded donation.

According to a DIPR report, the donation was part of C-CAMP’s larger mandate to augment hospital infrastructure in various parts of the country with life-saving technologies.

It may be mentioned that C-CAMP is an initiative supported by department of biotechnology, ministry of science technology; NITI Aayog-AIM; ministry of electronics and information technology and department of IT, BT, S&T, government of Karnataka.

It is one of the largest and premier life science innovation, technology and entrepreneurship hubs in India.

DTF Mkg conducts random testing exercise: District Task Force (DTF), Mokokchung carried out random testing for shopkeepers and public volun-

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The donated oxygen concentrators at district hospital Medical personnel carrying out random testing exercise Dimapur. (DIPR) in Mokokchung on July 26.

teers on July 26 at Imlong’s place, Mokokchung.

In a press release, NRHM, Mokochung district programme management unit informed that altogether 108 persons were tested. The release also informed that the testing would continue till August 10.

DTF Wokha discusses preventive steps: District Task Force (DTF) Wokha for COVID-19 held a meeting in the conference hall of the DC Wokha on July 22.

According to a DIPR report, ADC stressed on the importance of having proper coordination and efficient communication between the healthcare workers/front line workers and the community, especially with regard to COVID-19 testing and vaccination.

For effective and time-

ly dissemination of information from the war room, it was decided a WhatsApp group comprising of all colony council chairmen and others FLWs would be created.

To create awareness and remove the fear psychosis from the general public regarding COVID-19 testing and vaccination, the meeting decided to make an IEC about the benefits of COVID-19 testing and vaccination and dissemination through the colony chairmen. In this regard, CMO and DPRO were entrusted to coordinate and work out modalities.

The chairman also requested the president, Wokha Town Colonies Union to conduct a meeting of all colony chairmen to chalk out strategies for effective management of

COVID-19 related works and to assist the FLWs in contract tracing.

Meanwhile, chief medical officer Wokha, Dr. C.W Tungoe informed that for the convenience of the public, starting from July 27, random testing booth would be activated at Mt. Tiyi hall as an alternative to Dr. Mhondamo Memorial District Hospital.

The CMO requested all the colony chairmen to submit data of those who have not been vaccinated and based on the data, the vaccination drive would be carried out.

It also decided to conduct random testing in all the colonies of Wokha town on need basis.

The DTF members deliberated on the report that some schools/pre-schools were conducting classes

for students and the colony chairmen were entrusted to keep strict vigilance and to report to the DTF if they found and schools violating SOPs of COVID-19.

The house decided to check in/call at least once in two days for all those recommended for home isolation.

It also iterated that the families under home isolation could call the helpline numbers of Wokha district for any medical, psychological or emotional support.

The helpline numbers would be shared to the affected families by the concerned colony chairman.

The meeting was presided by ADC Wokha, T. Lankonsen Tsanglao and was attended by representatives from WDCCI and colony council chairmen of Wokha town.

Condolence messages on the demise of T. Kikon

DIMAPUR: NPF president and former chief minister Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu and the Lotha Academy and Lotha Literature Committee Wokha has mourned over the demise of ex-interim body member and former minister, Tsenlamo Kikon, who passed away on July 25 in Wokha after a brief illness.

Shürhozelie Liezietsu: In a condolence message, Shürhozelie Liezietsu said that he was saddened on receiving the news of the demise of his friend, T. Kikon.

“He was one of my life-long friends. Even at this old age, we enjoyed talking about the events of our life journey from time to time”, he said.

The NPF president described late T Kikon as a cheerful man who was a man of God and always put his trust in God while also encouraging his friends even at a time when they were in trouble.

“Apart from politics, we had common interest in literature where we always enjoyed discussing about development of our literature” Shürhozelie reminisced.

He also said that late T Kikon authored several books, some of which he got the privilege to write

the foreword.

In this field, he believed that the younger generation would keep his name alive when they learn more and more “about our originality and our root”.

Shürhozelie said that in his death, the people had lost a man of principle and a tall leader and although this was destiny which no one could question, Shürhozelie said that late T Kikon lived well.

The NPF president extended his deepest condolences to his wife and children and prayed that God would send His comforter to take care of them.

LA & LLC: Lotha Academy and Lotha Literature Committee Wokha has expressed grief at the demise of T. Kikon.

In a condolence message, Lotha academy Wokha chairman Abraham Lotha and media and publicity Aremo Ngullie said that late T. Kikon was the founder president of the erstwhile Kyong Academy later re-name Lotha Academy.

“His death has left a huge void which will be difficult to fill, but the legacy he has left behind and his immense contribution to the Lotha academy/literature is timeless and will be treasured ever”, it said.

Borewell inaugurated at Longsa village According to a DIPR report, the DC lauded Assam Rifles for implementing the scheme in the area, where he also expressed hoped that through the scheme, the people would be benefitted to a great extent.

He also appreciated major Dr. Robin Goyal for taking up the initiative and implementing the project in the district.

Meanwhile, on behalf of the hostel and the surDC Wokha Orenthung Lotha inaugurating the borewell at Longsa village. (DIPR) rounding people of the DIMAPUR: Deputy com- rated a borewell (water sup- ect, OP Sadhbhvna Project area, Father John Ntonse Residents of lower Kenuozou colony Kohima undertaking renovation works on the bridge and approach road missioner (DC) Wokha, ply scheme with 8kl storage at Lt. John hostel, Longsa lauded Assam Rifles for the from Lower Kenuozou to Kohima College, Kohima. The road is an important linkage between the two colonies and cuts more than 30 minutes of travel time from the main road.

Orenthung Lotha inaugu- Sintax) under MCA proj- village on July 26. yeomen service.

Phek DLCC holds meeting

DIMAPUR: Phek District Level Co-ordination Committee (DLCC) held a meeting at deputy commissioner’s conference hall, Phek on July 26 for civil registration system on birth & death under the chairmanship of DC Phek, Razouvolie Dozo who is also the chairman of district level co-ordination committee, Phek.

According to a DIPR report, the district economics & statistics officer & member secretary,

Kewekolo Khalo highlighted on the important agenda on how to achieve out birth & deaths registration.

The DC also emphasised on the importance of disseminating information relating to registration of birth and death among all section of the people.

The meeting was attended by district medical superintendent and representatives from district education officer.

ATMA conducts demonstration prog

D I M A P U R : AT M A Jakhama block conducted demonstration on cultural practices of ginger, French bean and kidney bean at Phesama village on July 20.

A press release from the block informed that FIG farmers group, Kevi learned about cultural practices on raising crops and their benefits.

Resource persons of the programme were BTM Vimenuo Mere, ATMs Atuno Zinyu and Neitouzo Belho.

CAKSU distributes smartphones to students in need DIMAPUR: In order to help students cope with education imparities faced during online learning, Chakhro Angami Kuda Students’ Union (CAKSU) distributed 21 new smartphones to students in need on July 24 at Chakhro Angami Kuda Union (CAKU) office.

In a press release, CAKSU media cell informed that funds for the smartphones were sourced via crowd funding under Students and members of CAKSU during the programme on July 24.

Seminar and 173 CRPF, ARTC&S carry out plantation drives healing service held at SBC

Officers of the 173 CRPF bn plant saplings.

DIMAPUR: As part of mega plantation drive across the country, 173 CRPF battalion, Airfield Dimapur undertook plantation drive at battalion headquarters, BCS CRPF Chumukedima, TC CRPF Dimapur and at CRPF Camp, Khensa under MoK Y M C

kokchung district on July 26.

In a press release, the battalion informed that 1350 saplings were planted in the camp areas.

The unit has been undertaking the mega plantation drives with an aim to restore the ecological

Staff of ARTC&S during the plantation drive. balance.

The battalion has an aim to plant about 10,000 saplings within its camps and till date, about 8000 saplings have been planted by the unit.

Meanwhile, under ‘Sohra Afforestation Project’ (Operation Cherra-

punji), a tree plantation drive was organised by Assam Rifles Training Centre and School (ARTC&S) at Shokhuvi, Dimapur and Diphu on July 25. Commandant ARTC & S along with the recruits, troops and families of the Garrison planted a total of 3565

saplings at ARTC & S. A press release from Col BS Madhok informed the tree plantation drive was conducted with an aim to contribute to the “green drive” initiative taken up by the MHA while presenting a better environment for the future generation.

DIMAPUR: Seminar and healing service was held on July 24 at Sovima Baptist Church (SBC), Dimapur with Koinonia Baptist Church (KBC) senior pastor and Kohima bible college principal, reverend Zotuo Kiewhuo as resource person and speaker.

In a press release from KBC media ministry informed that during the service, Rev. Zotuo said that when Jesus was resurrected, He did not promise to send any materialistic thing but The Holy Spirit, therefore the church must receive the Holy Spirit and be desperate for it. He also shared his message from the book of John 14:26. He challenged the congregation on “tithing time” to God in prayers in worship.

Earlier, introductory speech was delivered by Seitseilhou, while Ruth Kiewhuo, gospel singer Ato Nienu and evangelist Neilhou Sopfünuo presented special songs.

the initiative of CAKSU on the theme, “empowering the students in need”.

Through the outreach programme, the union has extended help to students from various tribes and communities.

The phones were presented to the students in the presence of their parents and guardians.

The students were also advised on wise and judicious use of the smartphones.

SJU conducts webinar on career in psychology DIMAPUR: St. Joseph University (SJU), department of psychology and counselling in collaboration with Emo Matrix conducted a webinar on career in psychology on July 24.

A press release from the university informed that the talk was delivered by Suveen Kumar who is an Asia book of record holder, author, training director and a counselling psychologist.

Suveen Kumar stressed on three important crite-

ria to fulfilling a successful career in fields such as academic knowledge, professional skill and business skill.

Emo Matrix also offers an internship program where students can learn all the required skills to fulfilling a successful career in Psychology.

The webinar was attended by both UG and PG students, alumni from the department, research scholars and faculties.

My road campaign was carried out at Pungro from July 21-23, through the initiative of Pungro Town Students’ Union. The campaign was supported through the aid from well-wishers and NGOs at Pungro. (DIPR) K Y M C

The Phishumi Welfare Society Dimapur & Kohima, with immense joy would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to all the Phishumi students who have successfully cleared HSSLC and HSLC Examinations 2021. The PWSD&K further expresses its appreciation, pride and gratitude to those who secured distinctions in various subjects whose dedicated efforts earned laurels to the Phishumi Community in general.

The PWSD&K wishes them all the best in their future academic venture.

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NEW SOCüNOMA STUDENTS' UNION P.O. MEDZIPHEMA 797106, DIMAPUR: NAGALAND

Motto: Esprit De Corps

FELICITATION The New Socünoma Students' Union with immense pride and honour extends heartiest appreciation and congratulations to all the students who have successfully cleared in the recently declared HSLC and HSSLC Examination 2021.

The Union wishes them for more success in their future endeavours.

Thepfüseko Chalieu President, NSSU

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The Tsüpfüme Students’ Union with immense pride and honour would like to congratulate Mr. Bopu Lea, S/o Kekhwengulo Lea for securing 100 % Marks in Social Science in HSLC Examination.

The Union wishes him success in his future endeavours.

FELICITATION

The Upper Tiru Village Council convey our congratulations to Ms. Shongmeth M. Konyak, D/O Mr. J. Moilong Konyak for securing top 17th position in the HSLC Exam, 2021 and bringing honour to our village. The Council wishes her all the very best in her future endeavours.

The Council further congratulates all the Upper Tiru students who have successfully qualified the HSLC & HSSLC Examination, 2021.

(Mr. Pange Konyak) Chairman

HAKCHANG STUDENTS’ UNION

Motto: “Hard Labour Triumph”

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The Hakchang Students’ Union Tuensang Town with immense pride and joy extends our heartiest congratulations to Miss Natiyemla T Chang, d/o Mr Y. Thungti Chang for achieving 100% in Maths in the HSLC 2021.

The Union would also like to congratulate all the successful candidates of HSLC and HSSLC 2021 and wishes them great success in their endeavour.

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ADMISSION NOTICE 2021 *Application forms available at Hostel Premises (Monday – Friday) Ph. No. 8787728402 / 9856927662.

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The Soyim Shisaluyimer Telongjem Kohima Unit with immense pride and honour extend our heartiest congratulations to our beloved members Mr. Aotushi Imsong, S/o Mr. Taliwapang Imsong and Mrs. Pangerlemla Jamir for securing top 12th position in the HSLC Examination 2021 and Ms. Tzayumongla Jamir, D/o Dr. Tiakaba Jamir and Mrs. Sentirenla Longkumer for securing subject topper in Social Sciences.

Further the Union congratulates all its successful members in the HSLC and HSSLC Examination 2021. Your dedication, enthusiasm and humility are really inspiring. We wish you perpetual success in your future endeavours.

Sd/Sd/President General Secretary Toshimongba Jamir Obendangla Pongen

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P.O. ChuMukEDIMA, DIMAPur: NAgALAND

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Motto: “Rise and Shine”

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(PONATHUNG EZUNG) Chairman Old Ralan Village Dist. Wokha Nagaland

FELICITATION The ZVSU, with immense pride and honour would like to congratulate Ms. Lomika Yeptho for emerging as the state topper in Sumi subject in the recently declared HSSLC examination 2021. The Union also take pride in congratulating all its successful candidates of HSLC, HSSLC and the degree examination and for bringing laurels to the union and the village.

The Union furthermore wishes all it’s successful candidates the best in their future endeavours.

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It is hereby informed to all land owners within the jurisdiction of Old Ralan village to submit the following particulars to the undersigned on or before 10/08/2021 positively without fail as it is needed to maintain records by the village council in near future.

1. Name of the land Owner.

2. Name of the Tenant (Labour).

3. Area of the field.

4. Contact No.

With immense pride and honour, the Sakraba Students' Union extend their heartiest congratulations to: 1. Miss Tsunielu vadeo, D/o Mr. Veposu Vadeo for securing top 6 in Economic Subject, B.A Examination 2021 conducted by Nagaland University, the recipient of Molhou Zhasa Excellency Award.

2. Teaching faculties and students of Government High School Sakraba for achieving 100% in HSLC Examination 2021.

The Union also congratulates all the successful students who had cleared their recent examination. We acknowledge their persistence efforts and wish them all the very best in their future academic endeavours. vesuto D. vadeo Mhasheve D. vadeo President, SSU Education Secy., SSU

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DIMAPUR NKONJAN MEKOKLA EKHüNG Dimapur - 797112 : Nagaland

The GGWSK would like to congratulate our esteemed member Dr. Kitoshi Zhimo, wife of Er. Z.Tokishe Sema, Director IP&R., GON. on being conferred with the degree Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) from Hindustan Bible Institute & College Chennai, on the thesis entitled “Reading the Role of a Mother: Towards enhancing the family wellbeing with special reference to Sumi Community” While acknowledging the laurels that you have brought to the society, the GGWSK further prays that as you continue to serve the Lord, may the Almighty God guide you in your future endeavours.

(HETOvI CHOPHY) (K. PULOTO ZHIMOMI) Chairman, GGWSK Secretary, GGWSK

CARE WELL SCHOOL, NAGINIMORA MON: NAGALAND, PIN-798622

FELICITATION The School Management Board and Teaching Faculties with profound immense pride and honour extends our warmest congratulations to all the candidates of HSLC Examinations 2021. The School appeared HSLC Examinations for the first time and has performed outstandingly well.

The school sincerely thanks all the candidates for bringing laurels to our school. We wish you all the best in future endeavors and prays for greater success.

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He said after uprooting electric poles the Assam police withdrew from the villages.

“The situation is now normal in Iongkhuli village and adequate police personnel have been deployed,” Chandranathan said.

Deputy Commissioner of Ri-Bhoi district, R.M. Kurbah said that she is assessing the situation as there were a large number of women and men in the area.

“We didn’t want any breakdown of the law and order situation so we asked the MECL to stop whatever work they were doing. The state government is also taking up the boundary dispute issue and talks are happening,” Kurbah said.

On the other hand, senior Congress legislator Marngar expressed disappointment with the State government for its failure to prevent the Assam police from uprooting the electric poles which were erected within the territorial jurisdiction of Meghalaya.

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The Litsami Students' Union extends heartiest congratulations to Mr. Inato Aye, S/o Vikheto (Khuito) Aye for securing Top 1 in BBA Examination under Nagaland University.

The Union also congratulates all the successful candidates of various Degree Courses, HSSLC & HSLC Examinations.

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SHILLONG, JUL 26: A clash broke out on Monday between residents of Iongkhuli village in Meghalaya’s Ri-Bhoi district and Assam police after the latter uprooted electric poles erected by Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited (MeECL).

In the clash, a senior Congress leader of Meghalaya, Charles Marngar, who is also an elected member of Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) was manhandled by Assam police personnel as he prevented them from uprooting electric poles.

“At around 11.30 a.m, the circle magistrate from Assam along with a strong contingent of Assam police came to Iongkhuli village and uprooted the parliament electric poles erected

by MeECL which led to strong protest by the local villagers,” Meghalaya Director General of Police, R Chandranathan said.

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KKLN Building below Northfield Higher Secondary School Khikha Kohima Nagaland.

Ph. No. 8787728402 / 9856927662.

Elysian Boys Hostel would like to congratulate Boremo Ngullie for securing the highest mark in Music (HSSLC) and all its successful candidates of HSLC and HSSLC under NBSE 2021.

FELICITATION

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The Lotha Youth Organization Dimapur (LYOD) congratulates Shri M. Daniel Lotha for being assigned the prestigious post of Kilo Kilonser in the NSCN/GPRN. LYOD conveys our sincere gratitude to the collective leadership of NSCN/GPRN for conferring their trust upon M. Daniel Lotha.

We wish him good health and Godly wisdom in all his future endeavors.

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always be with the Army for whatever help and assistance is required, the chief minister said, “A befitting reply has to be given to any enemy who tries to disturb the territorial sanctity of our great nation”.

OFFICE OF THE PHISHUMI WELFARE SOCIETY DIMAPUR & KOHIMA

IMPHAL, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): n earthquake measuring a magnitude of 4.9 in the Richter Scale has hit Manipur at around 10:33 AM on Monday.

According to Northeast Today, the epicentre of the earthquake was located at 39 km at South-Southwest (SSW) of Ukhrul, Manipur.

Its depth measured 50 km.

The tremor occurred at 24.60 latitude and 94.33 longitude.

“Earthquake of Magnitude:4.9, Occurred on 26-07-2021, 10:33:31 IST, Lat: 24.60 & Long: 94.33, Depth: 50 Km ,Location: 39km SSW of Ukhrul, Manipur, India” – tweeted by the National Center for Seismology (NCS).

“There is a considerable knowledge and policy gap regarding earthquakes.

Scientific research findings on the Kopili fault earthquake zone have hardly made it into disaster reduction policies. Bridging this gap is key to formulating any meaningful earthquake damage mitigation plans.”

– asserted by scientists – Nilutpal Bora and Prakash Barman.

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I TA NAG A R , J U L 2 6 (PTI): Arunachal Pradesh Governor Brig (Retd) Dr. B D Mishra and Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday paid homage to the martyrs of the 1999 Kargil War on ‘Kargil Vijay Diwas’.

Both the governor and the chief minister also virtually interacted with the Army personnel manning the Line of Actual Control between India and China.

The chief minister paid tributes to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the Kargil war at a programme in Chuje Army establishment in Tawang district.

“Today the entire nation pays homage to the Kargil martyrs, the sacrifices made by them as the true sons of the soil will not be forgotten and continue to serve as inspiration to all ranks and files of the great and brave Indian Army” Khandu said. Thanking the Army for serving in one of the most difficult and hostile terrains of Arunachal, the chief minister said that the Arunachalees greatly value their role in guarding the borders. Highlighting that the bonhomie between the Army and the civilians in Arunachal Pradesh is “unmatchable”, Khandu said, both the local population and the defence personnel go the extra mile to help and support each other as and when needed. Asserting that Arunachal Pradesh will

SHILLONG, JUL 26: Meghalaya on Monday recorded 569 new COVID-19 positive cases that added up to 5084 active cases, eight deaths due to the viral infection increasing the fatality figure to 1,031 and 485 more recoveries, surging the number of recoveries to 55,648 as the State has so far registered 61,763 confirmed cases.

Director of Health Services (MI), Dr. Aman War said all the eight COVID-19 related deaths recorded on Monday were in the East Khasi Hills district.

Out of the 569 new COVID-19 positive cases detected on Monday, the senior medical official said 173 were in East Khasi Hills district, 85 in Ri-Bhoi district, 80 in West Jaintia Hills district, 74 in West Garo Hills district, 72 in South West Khasi Hills district, 52 in West Khasi Hills district, nine in East Jaintia Hills district, eight in South West Garo Hills district, six each in South Garo Hills district and North Garo

Hills district and four cases in East Garo Hills district.

The East Khasi Hills, which includes state capital Shillong is the most COVID-19 affected district with 1807 active positive cases and 743 deaths followed

by West Garo Hills district with 919 active cases and 54 deaths, Ri-Bhoi district with 630 active cases and 42 deaths, West Jaintia Hills district with 550 active cases and 97 deaths, West Khasi Hills district with 335 active cases and 25 deaths and South West Khasi Hills district with 326 active cases and 10 deaths, while the five other districts had less than 200 active cases each as per the latest count.

Till today, 8,16, 171 persons underwent Covid-19 test in the State with 7,54,408 of them testing negative for the virus, the latest data issued by the National Health Mission, Meghalaya reflected.

As on date, 31,658 health care workers received the first dose of the vaccine against COVID-19 and 21,836 were administered with the second dose.

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liamentary secretaries under the Manipur Parliamentary Secretary (Appointment, Salary and Allowances & Miscellaneous Provision) Act 2012. However, following constitutional controversy, the Biren government later repealed the act and the MLAs were also resigned as parliamentary secretaries.

On the other hand, Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh today asserted that there was no reason for collapsing his government because of the judgment of the Supreme Court.

He said that only the Governor can take the final decision regarding the disqualification of the MLAs while talking to reporters on the sideline of the inspection of the ongoing installation of Cryogenic Oxygen Plant at Porompat in Imphal East.

“My government will not collapse even if the judgment of the Supreme Court goes in favour of the petitioners,” he said, citing the long processes to be followed.

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Magnitude 4.9 quake hits Ukhrul

FELICITATION The Dimapur Nkonjan Mekokla Ekhung (DNME) with immense pride and honor congratulates Mrs. Tiala Ezung promoted as Deputy Kilonser, Mrs. Tina RM Shiriti promoted as Tatar and Mr. Chumbemo Kikon promoted as Tatar.

The Ekhung takes this opportunity to express our profound gratitude to the hon'ble collective leadership of the GPRN/ NSCN for recognising their contributions and elevated them to higher posts.

The Ekhung wishes and prays to our Almighty God to bestow them with good health, greater wisdom and more achievement in their future endeavours.

(Chopha Yanthan) Vice-President, DNME

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IMPHAL, JUL 26: The Supreme Court has reportedly deferred the pronouncement of its final judgment it has reserved on the disqualification case of 12 MLAs of Manipur for holding office of profit till August 3.

The apex court was scheduled to pronounce the much awaited final judgment today (Monday).

The case was discussed in the court of justice L Nageswara Rao and justiceAniruddha Bose today as per schedule through video conferencing. However, the court postponed the announcement of the judgment it has reserved earlier, MPCC interim president N Loken Singh told reporters.

He said that the case was discussed at room no. 6 of the court through video conferencing, Singh said.

He hoped that the judgment would be in favour of his party (petitioners).

During today’s hearing, the ECI was asked to

submit the report it had submitted to the Governor of Manipur within a week, he said. The interim president said that the state Congress filed the petition after the state Governor delayed in translating into action the recommendation the ECI had made in its report over the holding of office of profits by the 12 MLAs. State Congress MLA DD Thaisii and others filed a Special Leave Petitions filed before the court, seeking direction to the ECI to give its opinion to the Governor of Manipur regarding the disqualification of the 12 MLAs.The ECI had already given its opinion in its report furnished to the state Governor in March this year, reportedly in favour of the 12 MLAs. Chief minister N Biren Singh had appointed the 12 MLAs as parliamentary secretaries on the same day the BJP-led coalition government was installed in the state in March 2017.

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Wi t h i m m e n s e joy and pride, we, the lumami Baptist church (lBc) would like to congratulate Dr. Khatoi Kinimi, S/o Late Khuvishe Kinimi Pastor, Sumi Baptist Church E k r a n i p a t h a r, o n conferring DOCTOR OF MINISTRY with his dissertation on "Contemporary Understanding of Mission Task with special reference to WSBAK” from Hindustan Bible Institute and College, Chennai under the supervision of Rev. Dr. Phuvey Dozo. We wish him success in all his future endeavors.

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India pays tributes to Kargil bravehearts

President Ram Nath Kovind lays a wreath at the Dagger War Memorial, Baramulla, Jammu & Kashmir. (PTI)

We remember their valour.

“Today, on Kargil Vijay Diwas we pay homage to all those who lost their lives in Kargil protecting our nation. Their bravery motivates us every single day,” the prime minister tweeted from his handle.

As many as 527 soldiers laid down their lives while over 1300 sustained injuries during Operation VIJAY as the Indian Army repulsed an attack by Pakistani intruders in Kargil sector in 1999.

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu, while paying tributes to the soldiers, said the nation will remain forever grateful to them and their families.

Leaders from various parties, union ministers, chief ministers, governors were among the prominent people who paid homage to the martyrs. Ceremonies were held in several parts of the country to mark the occasion.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, remembering all the brave soldiers of Kargil war, said,” Your indomitable c o u r a g e, v a l o u r a n d sacrifice made it possible to gloriously unfurl the tricolor again on the inaccessible and challenging heights of Kargil”. “A grateful nation bows to your dedication for keeping the integrity of the Nation intact,” he

said in a tweet. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid homage to the martyrs at the National War Memorial in New Delhi.

“Their supreme sacrifice will always be remembered and inspire c o m i n g g e n e r a t i o n s,” Singh tweeted. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also lauded the martyrs and their families.

“My heartfelt tribute to every soldier who laid down his life while upholding the esteem of our Tricolor. We will always remember the supreme sacrifice for the security of the nation made by you and your families,” Gandhi tweeted in Hindi.

Heavy rainfall likely over north, east over next 3-4 days NEW DELHI, JUL 26 ( P T I ) : H e av y r a i n f a l l activity is expected over north and east India during the next three-four days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Monday.

The low pressure area over northwest Madhya Pradesh has become less marked.

However, the associated cyclonic circulation over northwest Madhya Pradesh and neighbourhood persists.

A n o t h e r c yc l o n i c circulation lies over North Bay of Bengal. Under its influence, a low pressure area is likely to form over North Bay of Bengal and neighbourhood around July 28.

Due to the influence of these two systems, widespread rainfall activity with isolated heavy to very heavy falls is very likely over Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, U t t a r a k h a n d , P u n j a b, Haryana, Chandigarh and Uttar Pradesh till July 29 and its intensity will reduce thereafter.

Isolated extremely heavy rainfall is also likely over Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand on July 27 and 28 and over northwest Uttar Pradesh on July 27.

Only govt ‘unconcerned’ about snooping allegations is that of India: PC “conclusions” of their own investigations, the former home minister said.

“The only government that is unconcerned is the Government of India!”

Chidambaram said.

Is it because the government was fully aware of the snooping and does not need any more information from Israel or the NSO Group, he asked.

Chidambaram on Sunday had said the government should either

call for a joint parliamentary committee probe into t h e Pe g a s u s s n o o p i n g allegations or request the Supreme Court to appoint a sitting judge to investigate the matter.

In an interview with PTI, he had also demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi make a statement in Parliament clarifying whether there had been surveillance or not.

NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (PTI): Extending support to farmers protesting against the Centre’s three farm laws, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday drove a tractor to Parliament along with other party MPs and demanded that the agricultural laws be repealed.

Gandhi, along with party MPs Pratap Singh Bajwa, Ravneet Singh Bittu, Deepinder Singh Hooda, Gurjit Singh Aujla, Jasbir Singh Gill and other leaders like Randeep Surjewala, also carried banners and raised slogans.

Gandhi said he has brought the message of farmers to Parliament.

“We have brought the message of farmers to Parliament. Their issue is not being allowed to be discussed in Parliament and farmers all over the country are being suppressed and that is why we are here.

These black laws should be withdrawn,” he told reporters.

He claimed that these farm laws are aimed to help only two-three industrialists.

“The entire country knows for whom these laws have been brought. These laws are not for the benefit of farmers and that is why they have to be withdrawn,” he added.

Later, in a tweet in Hindi, Gandhi said, “If you force them to sell their land, then the tractor will run in Parliament - we will grow the crop of truth. Withdraw the anti-agriculture laws.”

Surjewala and Youth Congress chief BV Srinivas, along with a number of party leaders, were detained by the Delhi Police outside Parliament and taken to Mandir marg police station.

The police said 10 people have been detained.

The tractor driven by Rahul Gandhi has also been

impounded by the Delhi Police.

The detained Congress leaders raised slogans demanding the withdrawal of farm laws.

“We will not be cowed down by such actions. This struggle will continue under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi and we will not allow the Modi government to hand over the rights of 62 crore farmers to three-four industrialists,” Surjewala told reporters after he was detained.

He said farmers of the country have been protesting on the roads for the last eight months.

The tractor ride to Parliament was aimed at highlighting the cause of farmers and extending support to them, the party leaders said.

The BJP has, however, called the move “theatrics”, saying the Congress is using farmers as a political tool.

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Women farmers hold agitation at Jantar Mantar NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (PTI): Nearly 200 women f a r m e r s f r o m D e l h i ’s neighbouring states of Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana gathered at Jantar Mantar in Delhi for a ‘Kisan Sansad’ on Monday to continue the agitation a g a i n s t t h e C e n t r e ’s agricultural laws.

They raised slogans demanding scrapping of the three farm laws -- the Farmers’ Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, 2020; Farmers’ (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Act, 2020; and the Essential Commodities (Amendment) Act, 2020.

The focus of ‘Kisan Sansad’ was the Essential Commodities (Amendment) Act, 2020 and the farmers’ demand for the enactment of a law guaranteeing remunerative minimum support price (MSP) for their crops. ‘Kisan Sansad’ was moderated by politician and speaker Subhasini Ali. It commenced with the singing of the national anthem, followed by the observation of a two-minute silence in the memory of the farmers who have died during the eight-month agitation.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi drives a tractor to reach Parliament in support of farmers’ agitation against Centre’s farm reform laws during Monsoon Session, in New Delhi. (PTI)

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NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (PTI): Amid reports that French President Emmanuel Macron spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett on the Pegasus s n o o p i n g a l l e g a t i o n s, senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Monday attacked the Centre, saying the only government that P Chidambaram is “unconcerned” over the in France, including the issue is that of India.

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PM Bennett promised Macron has spoken to Bennett over reports that to come back with the Morocco’s security forces may have used the Pegasus spyware to snoop on his cellphones.

Macron telephoned Bennett on July 22, and asked him to ensure that “the issue was being taken seriously”, Israel’s Channel 12 has reported.

Reacting to the reports, Chidambaram tweeted, “President Macron of France called PM Bennett of Israel and demanded to know full information about alleged use of Pegasus spyware to hack phones

Rahul Gandhi drives tractor to Parl to protest against farm laws

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OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF POST OFFICES NAGALAND : KOHIMA-797 001

No: d1/PLI-RPLI/dIREcT AGENTS/REcRUITMENT/2020-2021

dated at Kohima the 27th July 2021

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WALK-IN-INTERVIEW Nagaland Postal division will conduct Walk-in-Interview for engaging direct agents for sale of Postal Life Insurance (PLI)/ Rural Postal Life Insurance (RPLI) products. The Walk-in-Interview will be conducted at the following venues as detailed below.

Interested candidates fulfilling the conditions below may send their resume to plinld@gmail.com on or before 10.08.2021.

Sl. Name Number Date and Time of Eligibility Criteria Venue No. of Post of Post Walk in Interview 1 direct 100 Unemployed/Self-employed youth, 17.08.2021 1. O/o the Assistant Superintendent of Post (Tuesday) Offices, Kohima Sub-division, Adjacent Agent Ex life advisors/Ex-agents of any insurance company, Ex-serviceman, 10:00 AM to Kohima Head Post office building (for Anganwadi workers , Mahila Mandal candidates belonging to Kohima, Phek, workers, Retired school teachers, Kiphire and Wokha districts) SHGs, Gram Pradhan, Members 2. O/o the Sub-divisional Inspector of of Gram Panchayat and any other Posts, dimapur, behind dimapur Post person as considered suited by the office (for candidates belonging to head of the Postal division. The dimapur, Mon and Peren districts) applicant should be between 18 3. O/o the Sub-divisional Inspector to 50 years of age as on the date of Posts, Mokokchung, Adjacent to of interview and have passed 10th Mokokchung Post office building (for standard or equivalent examination candidates belonging to Mokokchung, conducted by a Board recognized Tuensang, Zunheboto, Longleng and by central/state government fulfilling Noklak districts) other terms and conditions.

NB: No TA/dA is applicable for the interview.

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D R A S S ( K A RG I L ) / NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (PTI): President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday led the nation in paying glowing tributes to the martyrs of 1999 Kargil War saying they have scripted “exceptional stories” of indomitable c o u r a g e, b r ave r y a n d sacrifice.

Kovind, who could not make it to the Kargil War Memorial in Drass due to bad weather, laid a wreath at the Dagger War Memorial in Baramulla district of neighbouring Jammu and Kashmir union territory to mark Kargil Vijay Diwas.

“The nation salutes the soldiers and officers of the 19th Infantry Division, who have been safeguarding our borders in the most hostile ter rains under adverse weather conditions as our frontline troops. They have scripted exceptional stories of indomitable courage, bravery and sacrifice,” he said.

Kovind said the Dagger War Memorial evokes profound respect for the brave fighters who laid down their lives for the safety and security of our country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid homage to the Kargil martyrs saying “their bravery motivates us every single day”. “We remember their sacrifices.

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Nagaland Post

Post-mortem

US-Jordanian Ties Rejuvenated

VOL. XXXI NO. 231 DIMAPUR, TUESDAY, JULY 27, 2021

India’s Olympic record

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here is a saying - ‘morning shows the day’, which means if it is sunny in the morning, the whole day will be sunny too. The saying may not have much to do with implications of human nature than nature’s weather itself. The implication appears that the early signs and symptoms are the pointers to future growth. Manipur’s Mirabai Chanu won a Silver medal for India, in women’s weightlifting on Day One of the ongoing XXXII Tokyo Olympics 2020. The saying raises hope since the first day of the Olympics is likened to morning and therefore, many sports enthusiasts in India are hoping that Chanu’s medal win will be a foretaste of more medals in the days to come. However, it will take more than a belief in the saying for India to win more medals this time. India’s Olympic record since 2008 hasn’t been much to talk about when compared with physically smaller and economically very poor nations like Jamaica, Ethiopia and Kenya etc). In the 2008 Olympics India won its first ever gold medal besides two bronze medals and was ranked 51 out of 87 nations that won medals.

In the 2012 London Olympics India won two silver and four bronze medals and placed in 57th position out of 79 medal winning nations. In the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics(Brazil), India won one silver and one bronze medal and was placed at 67th position among 78 nations that won medals. The record of India’s performances at Olympics has been dismal and nothing to show of a country that boasts of being the world’s second most populous nation after China and with a burgeoning economy that places it among the top 10 nations of the world. Games where India had done well at the international fora such as hockey, badminton, wrestling and rowing etc offer hopes of some medal but these fade away each day after India bows out of each competition. With most of the men either being eliminated in preliminary rounds or facing very tough competitions, India’s hopes for more medal could possibly come from ace shuttler P.V.Sindhu and Mary Kom, Manipur’s ace boxing champion. India has consistently failed to make it to the top-20 in Olympics and has barely managed to hold its space by being ranked in the 50s out of 70s.

Competitive games and sports demands not only top physical strength and stamina but also trained with latest methodology and technology for sharpening mental preparedness. India has a total population of around 130 crore people while Jamaica has only 28 lakh people. In terms of economy India’s GDP is $ 2622.98 billion which is way above Jamaica’s GDP at $ 13.81 billion. Despite being the world’s second-most populous country with more than 1.3 billion people, India gets the smallest number of Olympic medals in proportion to population size. At the Rio Olympics in 2016, India won one silver and one bronze medal. Other countries with low levels of per-capita income have fared better at the Olympics.

India’s performance in relation to its human potential consistently places it in the bottom third of world rankings, just above countries like Haiti, Congo and Malawi. There are, of course, other parts to the explanation, including poor facilities and incompetent officials. But the inability of India to dig beneath the surface of its vast talent pool is an essential part of the story of poor performance.

DailyDevotion The Way to Purity

Those things which proceed out of the mouth come from the heart….For out of the heart proceed evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false witness, blasphemies.

These are the things which defile a man…

—Matthew 15:18-20 Initially we trust in our ignorance, calling it innocence, and next we trust our innocence, calling it purity. Then when we hear these strong statements from our Lord, we shrink back, saying, “But I never felt any of those awful things in my heart.” We resent what He reveals. Either Jesus Christ is the supreme authority on the human heart, or He is not worth paying any attention to. Am I prepared to trust the penetration of His Word into my heart, or would I prefer to trust my own “innocent ignorance”? If I will take an honest look at myself, becoming fully aware of my so-called innocence and putting it to the test, I am very likely to have a rude awakening that what Jesus Christ said is true, and I will be appalled at the possibilities of the evil and the wrong within me. But as long as I remain under the false security of my own “innocence,” I am living in a fool’s paradise. If I have never been an openly rude and abusive person, the only reason is my own cowardice coupled with the sense of protection I receive from living a civilized life. But when I am open and completely exposed before God, I find that Jesus Christ is right in His diagnosis of me.

The only thing that truly provides protection is the redemption of Jesus Christ. If I will simply hand myself over to Him, I will never have to experience the terrible possibilities that lie within my heart.

Purity is something far too deep for me to arrive at naturally. But when the Holy Spirit comes into me, He brings into the center of my personal life the very Spirit that was exhibited in the life of Jesus Christ, namely, the HolySpirit, which is absolute unblemished purity.

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I never think of the future it comes soon enough. ~ Albert Einstein

NAGALAND POST, DIMAPUR TUESDAY, JULY 27, 2021

King Abdullah’s US visit marks an end to four years of being snubbed by the Trump administration, and may herald a new chapter in the US-Jordanian ties.

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ordanian King Abdullah became the first Arab leader to meet the US President Joe Biden at the White House on July 19. By granting him this honour the new US administration is putting its weight behind Jordan to become the voice of the region and non-gulf Arab nations, once again.

A s t h e Jo r d a n i a n monarch for the last 22 years King Abdullah has been seen by American presidents as a moderate, reliable ally in the Middle East, besides being the eyes and ears from the Arab world in Washington.

However, during the last four years that special relationship was put into cold storage, as Donald Trump, favoured working with Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states instead.

Fo r i n s t a n c e t h e Tr ump administration didn’t consulted King Abdullah, on the Mideast peace plan, which originally provided for annexation of the Jordan Valley.

Reports say that in his renewed role as a representative of moderate, proWestern Arabs, Abdullah brought several messages to Biden.

Impact on JordanSaudi relations President Joe Biden may have little appetite for Israeli-Palestinian

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peace-making efforts, but he seems determined to prevent certain third parties from exploiting the regional stalemate to their advantage.

Although the US’s and Biden’s foreign policy priorities are heavily focused on China and Russia, the Middle East is a region that the new administration understands very well it cannot afford to ignore.

Relations between Jordan and Saudi Arabia had their own ups and downs during the last four years. The Saudis were irked by King Abdullah’s fierce rejection of Trump’s recognition of all of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.

Jordan also refused to consider the president’s Israeli-Palestinian peace plan.

King Abdullah suspected that the US and Israel were favouring a Saudi role in the administration of the Muslim sites on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. Jordanian officials denied reports last year in Israeli newspapers quoting Saudi diplomats as saying that Jordan was willing to grant Saudi Arabia observer status in the endowment administering the Muslim holy sites on the Temple Mount.

The Saudi interest is marked by various moves initiated by the country in recent years, though it has

not officially declared its desire to wrest control of the Temple Mount from Jordan, yet.

Saudi King Salman announced at the Arab Summit in Dhahran in April 2018 that he was donating $150 million to support Islam’s holy places in Jerusalem. The donation was aimed to counter Turkish bequests. Saudi Arabia has since clashed with Jordan at various Arab forums over Jordan’s exclusive control of the administration of the Jerusalem sites and is believed to have been wooing Palestinian religious dignitaries to achieve its objective.

Here the risk for Saudi Arabia is that broadening the administration of the Jerusalem sites could lead to demands that the custodianship of Mecca and Medina should also be internationalised. This proposition, often put forward by Iran, sounds horrific to the Saudis.

For much of the past century, the administration of Jerusalem’s Muslim holy sites has vested in a Jordanian governmentcontrolled endowment.

And Jordan views the Saudi and other interested Islamic nation’s efforts as an affront, which certain observers also describe as the battle to emerge as the supreme leader of the Islamic world.

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struggle for control of Muslim holy sites in Jerusalem sites are high. For Riyadh’s ruling Saud family, this is about bolstering its religious claim to leadership of the Muslim world.

For Jordan and its Hashemite monarchs, who trace their ancestry back to the Prophet Muhammad, this is more about politics than religion. Palestinians account for more than 40% of Jordan’s population, thus maintaining the status quo in Jerusalem—which most Palestinians hope to be the capital of a future Palestinian state—is key to ensuring the regime’s survival.

Despite Abdullah’s fraught relationship with the Saudi crown prince, the Jordanian monarch told Biden, “we have to work with MBS,” the sources said. This magnanimity stems from the confidence, which Abdullah has in revival of his ties with the new US administration.

Jordan as the regional peacemaker King Abdullah also discussed Iraq and Syrian affairs with Joe Biden. It is reported that he urged Biden to back Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa Al Kadhimi, who will be visiting the White House this week.

King Abdullah’s proKadhimi argument were based on the fact that he

What next? A love letter for all the class 10 and 12 graduates

e will make it simple, and twisted at the same time, just like how your lives would be from now on. I believe many of you already have a clear insight on what the next giant leap of your life would be like. For those of you who don’t, I hope and pray that you soon will.

The future you’re about to live in are chapters to be written in your history book. I remember when I was about to be Baptised (For Christians, Baptism signifies a confession of faith), my mother told me that it was to be the start of my Christian life, that everything I do from then will be counted on the judgement day. I believed my mama then, and I also believe the same applies to our career.

Every course you take now will decide your fate. So, it is Ideal that you take time to reflect on yourselves and what you really are inside and out. This will help you choose the best for yourself in what you want to pursue, that depends on what you want your profession to be in life.

It is rather simple to say as most of us might have had it well figured-out already. But if you happen to be one like me, just jumping round a list of courses only to have to opt for what your friends are about to, you really need to go home and really think of what you want to be in life. I’m really excited about politics and social issues but I’m a Science graduate in my Higher Secondary.

All through my classes, it was all about mental pressures and dull study hours. Science might be exciting, but it wasn’t for me and I had to suffer all through it while I could’ve enjoyed learning politics and social issues.

Your choice of stream of learning is arguably one of the most important steps to success.

It must be a subject that interests you, that gives you an inner zeal to go for more until you’re physically exhausted. This way, your learning will be more fun and productive in your career prospects.

Some of my classmates had another crunch. Most of them were brilliant students and were quite okay with the subjects. However, most of them seemed to have suggested to me that their learning was still a dull experience. Those were victims of the ardors of their parents. There are some of our parents who want us to fulfil their Reader’s note: Articles or

enjoys support of Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, as well as Jordan, and was described as the best bet to offset Iranian militias and influence in Iraq.

King Abdullah also urged Biden to join a task force to help stabilise Syria. The approach Abdullah advocates would bring together the United States, Russia, Israel, Jordan and other nations to agree on a road map for restoring Syrian sovereignty and unity.

Re p o r t s s ay t h a t Biden hasn’t yet committed to the proposal, as it would mean realigning the US interest with both Russia and the Bashar Al Assad regime, both of which are controversial decisions to be made.

US academic Curtis Ryan, a widely acclaimed Jordanian expert opines that Jordan and its partners see the new three-way alignment or axis with Iraq and Egypt as an alternative power centre in Arab politics that will help to bring non-Gulf voices back to the forefront of Arab politics.

In this regard Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al Sissi’s visit to Baghdad can be described as a “positive step” to limit Iranian influence there.

Bruce Riedel, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution says that Abdullah has been the

most energetic Arab leader by far in trying to support a stable Iraqi government.

This summit in Baghdad of Iraq, Jordan and Egypt is the first time that the Sunni Arabs have ever done anything in 18 years since the fall of Saddam— that they have actually done something to not only stabilise Iraq, but to offset Iranian influence.

A final major area of discussion was Jordan’s relationship with the new Israeli government.

Abdullah labelled a recent meeting he had with PM Bennett as reassuring, and said he trusts the two governments could cooperate on security and other issues. Although Jordan and Israel have a peace treaty, relations remained tense during Netanyahu’s long tenure as prime minister.

However, this time though King Abdullah has apparent support of POTUS, but he also will have to outmanoeuvre his younger rivals like Sheikh Mohammed of the UAE and Prince MBS of Saudi Arabia to regain the regional Islamic leadership.

Asad Mirza is a political commentator based in New Delhi. He was also associated with BBC Urdu Service and Khaleej Times of Dubai.

He writes on Muslims, educational, international affairs, interfaith and current affairs.

How has the pandemic impacted students and their social life

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lobal studies have shown that youngsters are struggling to cope with the varied challenges thrown up as a result of the pandemic. Anxiety, elevated stress levels and depression have been cited as some of the problems.

When it comes to education, interrupted study programmes has been the main issue, despite the adoption of online learning methods.

Academic insufficiency with online learning being the mode since March 2020, both teachers and students have been experiencing difficulties due to connectivity issues.

For economically-challenged students, the lack of access to devices is another problem. This means that, despite a teacher’s best efforts, the question of how many students they reached remains.

Also innovative and exploratory models of assessment and evaluation would not have been possible during this time. Dealing with this requires a great deal of self-learning by students.

Emotional instability over the past year and a half, many students have had to deal with the loss of loved ones. While philanthropists and the governments have come forward to help them continue their education, the trauma of the loss has also to be dealt with.

In the case of those

whose parents have lost their jobs, there is a lot of For economically challenged students, the lack of access to devices means that despite a teacher’s best efforts, the question of how many students they reached remains stressed due to having to find funds to pay the fees.

A third aspect is that having to complete their education virtually has led to an emotional strain and worry about placements.

This year has also seen many students worry about falling victim to the virus.

No public gathering Youth often like to ‘chill’ at beaches, malls, theatres, parks and common places but this is now prohibited for their safety. Neither can they gather in other public places like places of worship, which may have offered some measure of solace.

This has led to a lack of fellowship and social structure. Unfortunately, students are now glued to laptops or mobile phones for hours and their social life is also virtual.

While this situation was unexpected and no one is sure when a degree of normalcy will be restored, it is important for us to address these issues so that the youth can come through to the other side without too much ado.

Vijay Garg, Retired Principal, Educationist, Malout Punjab

What do you do? desires while ours lay waste.

As much as we love our parStart setting a goal if you ents, we need to know that they haven’t yet got one. Start dreaming aren’t living our lives and that it of all the good things knowledge is only ours to live. If you love can bring you. Imagine a life withHistory, go with it, don’t go for out knowledge if you must. I bet Commerce for your parents. It’s when you see -it will all be worth only important that you do your it. And the goals you set will drive best and it’s less important to try you; your dreams will motivate to always be the best for people we you and your imaginations will care about. inspire you. You have to remember, It’s not a failure after all and it sometimes is logical when the your parents only need patience physique stops working. until they see you so happy doing And also remember to set your what you love. minds right and surround yourself Like we said before, THINK, with positive people, most prefertake time to reflect on yourselves. ably a caring and an exemplary The leap you’re about to take is gi- person. ant. It’s not just wearing a different The ideal kind of emotional uniform and switching styles, it’s mindset you shall have must adabout what you will be in the future. visably be strictly limited to your Most people’s failures are hastiness parents and friends alone; the opand unreasoning in taking decisions. posite sex are positive and as well Your results are your certifi- negative you might find it hard to cates to educational maturity. It is distinguish and end up in a pit of therefore commendable that you discouragement and eventually are likewise responsible for your failure. future and the life you will live.

Respect moral values, most It is simple to study hard and get of all, respect yourself and others good grades. What is hard is to do and as well your commitments too. a simple study and get good grades. The respect you have today will be Both are possible and it all your reward tomorrow. depends on your foresight and I’m aware I’m telling you hence your choice. However, this things everybody else must’ve isn’t saying that choosing right is told you so. However, under any getting half-way to success, it’s circumstances, your freedom of just about the acceleration of your choice will always be well respectstart. And remember there is no ed. Just remember that you’re no substitute to hard-work, not even more in high school. You’ll have choosing right. more freedom and more fun if you The importance of knowledge intend to. But otherwise, note that today is too much a peril to under- the books are going to get thicker mine. It is like an Identity-Card and the chapters will be harder to to access the world everywhere understand. without which you are just an unThe Five hours of daily study welcome guest or either welcomed might no longer be sufficient to only to serve the educated. It is the understand as much as you do sole ticket to live and we are all your High School lessons. Your otherwise just survivors fighting struggles and efforts are likely to for a loaf of bread. double.

Education has more or less beBut you’ve learnt the art of come the new morality of humanstruggling and achieving that I kind, without which you are more hope you’ll treasure; periodically likely to be constantly threatened remind yourself of it. Everything by the society of your own race.

It is awful, yet it is to live that we can be done in its way. Success must understand the importance has courses and no shortcuts.

Regardless of what we want to Sir, of knowledge.

The rains have turned the streets of Dimapur unsafe Nevertheless, our intellect be, it is always necessary to keep one simple rule in mind, “There for residents of the city. Following the heavy rainfall since tends to be founded on our knowlis always hope for the soul that the past few days, the streets have come to pose health edge base. Hence it is not wrong hazards, primarily because of the lack of a scientific to say that knowledge and intellect dreams and works for it”.

Nothing can hold you back waste management system. are also the art behind affection from the things you really set your The rains have washed away the garbage bins and that we all desire. other waste lying unattended converting many streets Be it an Art or a Science or mind to.

Always remember, The Sky’s into polluted cesspools. It should be the duty of every an Athletic or a Servicemen, it citizen to do their bit in curbing this problem. is knowledge that will be one’s The Limit.

Janghaolun Haokip Azen Imchen, Dimapur fortune in his/her life. letters published in any of the columns do not reflect the view of this newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

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RS adjourned for 5th time amid opposition uproar

A view of the Rajya Sabha during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, in New Delhi, Monday. (RSTV/PTI)

government.

Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu said members are being prevented from raising issues of public importance by such conduct.

Amid the din, Naidu said he has not allowed notices under Rule 267 by opposition leaders including from Mallikarjun Kharge and K C Venugopal (both Congress), Tiruchi Siva (DMK), TMC’s Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, Elamaram Kareen (CPI) and others as the issues they want to raise are being discussed in the normal course of time.

Rule 267 provides for setting aside the business of the day to take up discussion on the issue being sought to be raised. Naidu did not mention the issues the MPs wanted to raise under rule

Vaccine hesitancy poses ...

(From p-1) Mecietuonuo said doctors would have got infected since they attended to Covid patients regularly. But, they did not because they took all precautions, including wearing proper protective gears.

She also stressed following SOPs and wearing proper face masks. “People should realise that the second wave is more severe because during the first wave, the healthiest one in the family would not get infected, but the scene is terrifying now as even the healthy ones are getting infected,” she pointed out.

It may be mentioned that the more the virus circulates, the more it can mutate into dangerous new variants that could undermine the efficacy of vaccines.

When majority of the population are vaccinated against the disease, there will be few left to whom the infection can spread, thereby protecting the few who have not been vaccinated.

Although the State has seen steady decline in Covid cases since the past three weeks, the relief could be fleeting as a significant amount of the population is still reluctant to get the shots.

TDDC reiterates demand for separate Tobu district

(From p-1) Further, the committee stated all the relevant documents and profile of Tobu district demand endorsed with signature of village councils and other stakeholders of Tobu and Moka have been submitted to the state government time and again. TDDC expressed optimism that the decadeold aspiration and prayer of Tobu and Moka would soon be achieved under the leadership of chief minister Neiphiu Rio. It said that Tobu was the oldest administrative nation,” he said and cautioned that safety and security of Christians and minorities sub-division in the district established. were at stake.

Appealing to the Aboi NPCC president further said that the “silent cooperation of Nagaland to the demolition and persecution of Christians is bewildering.”

Delhi church demolition: NPCC questions silence

(From p-1) reported on Friday that three quarters of its coronavirus cases occurred among vaccinated individuals, though none were severely ill. Israeli health officials have said 60% of current hospitalized COVID cases are in vaccinated people.

Most of them are age 60 or older and often have underlying health problems.

In the United States, which has experienced more COVID-19 cases and deaths than any other country, the Delta variant represents about 83% of new infections. So far, unvaccinated people represent nearly 97% of severe cases.

A study in China found that people infected with the Delta variant carry 1,000 times more virus in their noses compared with the ancestral Wuhan strain first identified in that Chinese city in 2019.

“You may actually excrete more virus and that’s why it’s more transmissible.

That’s still being investigated,” Peacock said.

Genomics expert Eric Topol, director of the Scripps Research Translational Institute in La Jolla, California, noted that Delta infections have a shorter incubation period and a far higher amount of viral particles.

“That’s why the vaccines are going to be challenged. The people who are vaccinated have got to be especially careful. This is a tough one,” Topol said.

7 Pegasus row: Tharoor seeks SC judge-monitored probe NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (PTI): Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Monday demanded a Supreme Court judge-monitored probe into the Pegasus snooping allegations and indicated that opposition parties would continue to disrupt Parliament’s proceedings until the government agrees to a debate on it.

He alleged that it appears that the government used public money for snooping for its “selfish political interests”.

Last week, an international media consortium reported that over 300 verified mobile phone numbers, including those of two ministers, over 40 journalists, three opposition leaders besides scores of businesspersons and activists in India, could have been targeted for snooping through the Pegasus spyware of the Israeli firm NSO Group, which only sells the hacking software to “vetted” governments and government agencies.

The government has been denying all opposition allegations in the matter.

Speaking to reporters in the Parliament complex after the Lok Sabha was adjourned, Tharoor said, “We want the government to agree to a debate on the issue, but it is not ready. What we are saying is that if you (government) do not agree

Shashi Tharoor

to this and answer our questions, then why we should allow you to transact your business.”

He said other issues like price rise and contentious farm laws are also important for the opposition but the Pegasus row is a priority.

Both Houses of Parliament have transacted little business since the Monsoon session began on July 19 as opposition parties have forced adjournments with their protests over a number of issues with the Pegasus row being the main one.

Tharoor also made light of IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw’s statement on the issue in both Houses, saying he just shared his “Mann Ki Baat” without listening to the opposition.

The parliamentar y panel on information technology led by Tharoor is likely to question top government officials, including from the home ministry, later this week on Pegasus snooping allegations, according to sources.

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The Chaoha Union Kohima with immense joy and pride sincerely congratulates the following members on being promoted to various positions under different departments, Government of Nagaland: Shri. W. Lampha Konyak on being promoted to the post of Deputy Director, Directorate of Art & Culture, Kohima, Shri. YT. Manlem Konyak on being promoted to the post of Deputy Director, DUDA, Kohima and Smt. Neizokhono Tahlem Konyak on being promoted to the post of Registrar, Directorate of Soil & Water Conservation, Kohima.

We congratulate the concerned members on achieving this significant milestone in their service career and wish them all the best in their future endeavours.

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KOHIMA SUNGRATSU STUDENTS’ UNION FELICITATION with immense pride and pleasure, we, the kohima Sungratsu Students’ Union (kSSU) would like to convey our heartfelt congratulations to the following candidates for securing top rank in the recently declared NbSE Result 2021 for bringing laurels to the Union through their achievements.

1. Tiamaong Aier - Top 9 (HSLC) S/o Lipokyanger Aier 2. Wangshirenla Aier - Top 19 (a) (HSLC) d/o dr. Imtiwapang Aier 3. Chubatola Aier - Top 8 (a) (HSSLC) d/o Lt. Rongsenwapang Aier The Union further congratulates all the successful HSLc and HSSLc candidates of 2021 and wishes success in their future endeavours.

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The Kohima Sanis Ekhung (KSE) expresses profound happiness and extends our heartfelt congratulations to the following individuals for their achievement in different fields and bringing laurels to our village community.

1. Shri. Nribemo Lotha, promoted to Deputy Development Commission, under Dept. of Planning & Co-ordination, Govt. of Nagaland.

2. Rev. Lijamo Murry, on being ordained as Reverend by the Lotha Baptist Churches Association (LBCA).

The KSE further wishes them good health, wisdom and bring more glory in their future endeavors.

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(From p-1) Therie said some political workers defending that Hindutva would not come to Nagaland meant it was okay even if Christians were persecuted in other states. “The dominance of Hindutva along with political power has caused a religious divide in the

District Demand Committee not to include Tobu and Moka under Aboi district demand, the committee said that the people of Tobu and Moka were demanding for separate district after getting endorsement from series of public rallies at Angjangyang, Mopong and Tobu since the year 2006.

Meanwhile, TDDC has urged the nine Konyak legislators, Konyak Union (Mon), Konyak Students’ Union, KNSK Mon, Mon District GB’s Association, KVCU Mon, KBBB Mon and all the “neighbouring brothers” to extend support and cooperation towards its demand.

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NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (PTI): Proceedings in Rajya Sabha were repeatedly disrupted on Monday as opposition members protested on the phone-tapping, farm laws and other issues and demanded a discussion after the suspension of regular business. The agitated members pressed the Chair to allow the Leader of Opposition to speak and created an uproar, forcing five adjournments.

Soon after the House paid glowing tributes to the martyrs of the Kargil war and congratulated Mirabai Chanu for winning a silver medal in Tokyo Olympics, MPs belonging to the Congress, Trinamool Congress (TMC) and other opposition parties rushed into the Well raising slogans against the

267. He said important public interest issues have been allowed to be raised through zero hour and special mention but “the house is not able to perform its duty... members they are denied an opportunity.”

“We are becoming helpless day by day,” he said.

Since the start of the monsoon session of Parliament last week, zero-hour mentions which members could not raise because of disruption pertained to wide-ranging issues including Covid vaccine, unemployment due to the pandemic, problems of students availing higher education, hike in petroleum product prices, freedom of the press, killings of Indians in South Africa and sharing of Cauvery waters between states.

“All these important issues could not be discussed because of this situation,” he said, referring to the disruption being caused by the opposition MPs. “We are becoming helpless. People should know what are the important issues admitted, members were present, they want to speak but they were not permitted by few,” he said.

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Ansheed Raheem, Aswin G and Jishita R. They had bagged a cash prize of Rs. 5 lakh after marking a prolific win in the grand finale.

After four screening levels, the team secured their final spot, competing against 250 teams from across India over six months amid the pandemic restrictions. In the finale, they beat runner-up ‘Team Changemakers’ from

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DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): A team of researchers from the Center for Biomaterials, Cellular & Molecular Theranostics (CBCMT) at Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, was declared the winner of MaterialNEXT 2.0 hosted by TATA Steel on July 9.

Tata Steel Advanced Materials Research Centres (TSAMRC) has been actively associating with young college talents through their ‘Campus Connect’ program, and MaterialNEXT is an open innovation Pan-Indian event to identify budding research talents and materialize potential ideas.

Team ‘Titans’ from VIT, Vellore, mentored by the director and senior professor Dr. Geetha Manivasgam of CBCMT, comprises of interdisciplinary research scholars Pearlin Hameed,

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the broader NSE Nifty declined 31.60 points or 0.2 per cent to 15,824.45.

Global oil benchmark Brent crude futures declined 0.42 per cent to USD 73.79 per barrel.

Foreign institutional investors were net sellers in the capital market on Friday as they offloaded shares worth Rs 163.31 crore, as per exchange data.

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Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies, fell 0.22 per cent to 92.70.

On the domestic equity market front, the BSE Sensex ended 123.53 points or 0.23 per cent lower at 52,852.27, while

decLaratIon rectification/correction of name and father's name Regd. No. 888/2021, dated : 26/07/2021: I, Shri. kartic bahadur Ale, S/o Late kumar Ale resident of Upper Chandmari, kohima, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare an oath as follows:1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India.

2. That my correct name is kartic bahadur Ale, S/o Late kumar Ale however, in my Appointment Order my name has been inadvertently recorded as kartik daimari and my father name has been recorded as Late Suniram daimari.

3. That the above stated named kartic bahadur Ale and kartik daimari and my father name kumar Ale and Suniram daimari represent the same and one person having single identity i.e., myself and my father.

4. That henceforth I, herewith rectified the same and declare that my correct name as kartic bahadur Ale, S/o Late kumar Ale and the same shall be used for all official and future correspondence. notary Public deponent

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issue,” he alleged.

Lalchamliana said the confrontation continued and a volley of tear gas canisters and grenades were launched at Mizoram Police followed by firing from the Assam side at around 4.50 PM. The border dispute between the two neighbouring states is a long-standing issue. Several dialogues involving the Centre held since 1995 to resolve the dispute yielded little result.

While the Mizoram government claimed that a 509-square-mile stretch of the inner-line reserve forest notified in 1875 under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 belongs to it, the Assam side agreed with the constitutional map and boundary drawn by the Survey of India in 1993.

After a massive tussle in 2018, the border row resurfaced in August last year and then in February this year.

MUMBAI, JUL 26 (PTI): The rupee slipped by 2 paise to close at 74.42 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, snapping its three-day gaining streak amid a muted trend in domestic equities.

Forex traders said the rupee is trading in a narrow range as investors are awaiting cues from the US Fed’s policy decision due this week.

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the local unit opened at 74.43 against the dollar and witnessed an intra-day high of 74.40 and a low of 74.52 during the session.

The local unit finally ended the day at 74.42, down 2 paise over its last

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(From p-1) post manned by the CRPF personnel stationed there and over-ran a duty post manned by one section of Mizoram Police personnel. The Assam Police also damaged several vehicles that were travelling along the National Highway between Vairengte and Lailapur, he claimed.

Upon learning of “the arson committed” by the Assam Police, residents of Vairengte town proceeded to the site to inquire and these unarmed civilians were assaulted by the Assam Police by lathi charging them and firing tear gas, thereby causing injuries to several civilians, the Mizoram home minister said.

He said the Superintendent of Kolasib and an Executive Magistrate went to meet them and try to resolve the issue. However, “the Assam side was adamant and unwilling to discuss the

the Legislative Assembly, the party added.

Ridiculing Congress, NPF said the party never came out with such a bold decision to resign when in power at the Centre and in the State. But now, when left without a single MLA in the Assembly, NPCC president K Therie was boldly asking all MLAs to resign in order to pave the way for solution, it added.

The regional party reminded that resolutions or manifestoes of every political party spelled out loud and clear that legislators would pave the way for new arrangement, as and when conditions demanded it.

Regardless of the scorn and insult heaped on it by people with vested interests, NPF asserted that it would continue to champion the rights of the Nagas and strive to protect and promote them in every possible way within the parameter of a democratic government because this objective was the fundamental principle on which it was found.

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as gradual scaling back of lockdowns, along with the astute support of Atmanirbhar Bharat Mission has placed the economy firmly on the path of recovery from the second half of FY 2020-21,” she said.

The government had announced a special economic and comprehensive package of Rs 29.87 lakh crore under AtmaNirbhar Bharat (ANB) to combat the impact of the pandemic, to revive economic growth and to bolster employment during 2020-21, she said.

The Union Budget 2021-22 announced a number of measures to support broad-based and inclusive economic development including a 34.5 per cent increase in capital expenditure and 137 per cent increase in health expenditure, she said, adding, the government announced a relief package of Rs 6.29 lakh crore in June 2021, to strengthen public health and provide the impetus for growth and employment measures.

To this end, NPF was prepared to explore every possibility, including supporting the ruling dispensation in its effort to strengthen and expedite the political negotiation, the communiqué added.

Claiming that it had strived to play the role of a constructive opposition since the formation of PDA government, the party clarified that it was also conscious not to undermine or hinder the efforts of the State government, NGOs, churches and other organizations in fighting and containing Covid-19 pandemic.

The party reiterated that its elected representatives, along with all legislators, were ready to resign to pave way for the smooth transition of power, should political developments necessitate such an act.

However, as democratically-elected representatives responsible to the people, entire MLAs cannot relinquish their position just to appease a political party that did not have a single elected representative in

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NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (PTI): The government has no plan to print currency notes to tide over the current economic crisis triggered by the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman informed Parliament on Monday. To a question on whether there is any plan to print currency to tide over the crisis, the Finance Minister said, “No Sir”. Many economists and experts have suggested the government resort to printing more currency notes to support the economy ravaged by the spread of COVID-19, and protect jobs.

India’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is estimated to have contracted by 7.3 per cent during 2020-21, Sitharaman said in a written reply to Lok Sabha. This contraction reflects the unparalleled effect of the pandemic and the containment measures that were taken to control the pandemic, she said.

“The fundamentals of the economy remain strong

(From p-1) alleged by NPP because it was neither a merger nor political defection to another political party.

The release claimed that identity and Nagacentric ideology of NPF remained intact, unlike elected representatives of “certain political party” that had no qualms whatsoever about completely shedding its pre-election colours and defecting to another party to secure a position in the government.

Admitting that the State had experienced opposition-less government before, NPF pointed out that NPP had, however, conveniently ignored the hard political reality that the State government was neither a party to the political negotiations between GoI and various Naga political groups nor a signatory to pre-settlement agreements on which the political negotiations were being based. Rather, it claimed that the State government had been playing a facilitating role between the various negotiating entities.

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IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT AND SESSIONS JUDGE KoHIMa: naGaLand

notIce notIce InVItInG otHer cLaIMants to rePresentatIon to coMe forWard (Under Part-1 of sectIon 375 of IndIan sUccessIon act 1925) Succession Case No. 228 of 2021 Whereas an application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate of Lt. Imnanukshi has filed

by Smti. Mejabenla W/o Lt. Imnanukshi Ao @ Imnanukshi, age 35 years, R/o Lerie Colony, H.No 469 , kohima to draw/operate/ close/transfer 1. Family pension covered by ppO. No. 112022769 2. SbI A/c No 20060708570 Who expired on 18-06-2021 Notice is hereby given that any person having interests in the administration of estate of this said deceased may he/she so desired appear in this Court within 30 (Thirty) days from the date of publication of notice.

Given under the hand and seal of the Court on this 23rd day of July 2021 Principal district & sessions Judge Kohima; nagaland. k-1336

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

(Department of School Education & Literacy)

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The appointment shall be made by transfer on deputation or short-term contract on tenure basis for a period upto 5 years or upto the age of 60 years of the candidate or till the age of his/her superannuation in his/her parent organization or until further orders, whichever is earlier. The selection shall be made by the Central Government on the recommendation of a Selection Committee.

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Pak Army says 46 Afghan soldiers cross China goes offensive against US at bilateral talks over to seek refuge after losing border post

Hands over list of demands to revive ties

BEIJING/TIANJIN, JUL 26 (PTI): Striking an aggressive stance at the face-to-face talks with the US, China on Monday for the first time handed down to Washington a list of demands and remedial actions to be taken by the Biden administration to end the “stalemate” in bilateral ties.

Talks between Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Xie Feng and US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman to improve the relations got off on a rough note at the northeastern Chinese port city of Tianjin, with Xie launching a blistering attack on Washington, accusing it of being the “owner of

US deputy secy of state Wendy Sherman, centre, leads a delegation during talks with Chinese officials in Tianjin. (AP)

coercive diplomacy”.

Sherman, the No. 2 diplomat of the US, is the highest-ranking American official to visit China since President Joe Biden took office six months ago.

She started her meetings with Xie, who is incharge of the US-China relations, and is due to hold talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at a resort

hotel in Tianjin. Besides launching a well-publicised scathing attack on the US, accusing it of “bullying” other countries with “might is right” coercive diplomacy by imposing sanctions, Xie also handed down a “List of US Wrongdoings that Must Stop” and a “List of Key Individual Cases that China Has Concerns”.

The list included re-

moval of US sanctions imposed on the Chinese officials and their families and revocation of the Washington’s judicial request to Canada to extradite Meng Wanzhou, CFO of Huawei and daughter of its founder Ren Zhengfei, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian told a media briefing in Beijing.

Meng, who was arrested in Vancouver in 2018 on a bank fraud warrant issued by the previous Trump administration, is still facing trial. In the list of wrongdoings, China urged the US to revoke the visa restrictions on members of the ruling Communist Party of China and their families unconditionally, revoke the sanctions on Chinese leaders, officials and government agencies, cancel visa restrictions on Chinese students and stop harassing them,

stop suppressing Chinese companies and “oppression” Confucius institutes, he said.

In the second list, China has expressed concern over rejection of visas for Chinese students, the unfair treatment of Chinese citizens and harassment of the Chinese consulates and Embassy in the US and racial attacks on Chinese and Asians. Sherman arrived in China on Sunday evening from Mongolia. The meeting was held in Tianjin as Beijing is not hosting any foreign dignitaries due to COVID-19 protocols.

On her arrival, she tweeted, “heartfelt condolences (from the United States) to those who have lost loved ones” in severe storms and flooding last week in China’s Henan province resulting in the deaths of 69 people.

ISLAMABAD, JUL 26 (PTI): At least 46 Afghan soldiers crossed over and took refuge in Pakistan’s northwestern Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province after losing control of a border post to the Taliban militants along the international border, according to media reports on Monday.

The Pakistan Army said the incident occurred late on Sunday night in Arundu sector in the country’s Chitral district when an Afghan National Army (ANA) local Commander requested the Pakistan Army for refuge and safe passage.

According to a statement by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), 46 soldiers, including five officers, belong to the ANA and Border Police as “they were unable to hold their military

posts along Pak-Afghan International Border due to the evolving security situation in Afghanistan.”

The Pakistan Army contacted the Afghan authorities for information and necessary formalities.

“After contact with Afghan authorities and necessary military procedures, 46 soldiers including 5 officers have been given refuge/ safe passage into Pakistan,” the Army said, adding that the Afghan soldiers have been provided food, shelter and necessary medical care

as per established military norms. It said that these soldiers will be returned to the Afghan government authorities in a dignified manner after due process, Dawn newspaper reported.

Ever since the US announced to withdraw its troops from Afghanistan

by September, the Taliban has stepped-up its offensive against Afghan security forces, forcing hundreds of soldiers and other officials to seek refuge in the neighbouring Pakistan, Iran and Tajikistan.

Israeli military strikes Hamas base in Gaza Pham Minh Chinh re-elected as Vietnamese Prime Minister

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HANOI, JUL 26 (IANS): The 15th National Assembly (NA) of Vietnam on Monday re-elected Pham Minh Chinh as the Vietnamese Prime Minister for the 2021-2026 tenure, according to voting results.

Chinh, also a member of the Politburo of the 13th Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee (CPVCC), was re-elected with a 95.99-per cent apPham Minh Chinh proval rate among deputies at the ongoing first session website. Taking an oath of the 15th NA, according of office, Chinh vowed to to a statement on the NA’s be absolutely loyal to the

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With immense pride and honour, the Dimapur Nkonjan Mekokla Ekhung congratulates Shri. Benjamin Lotha for bring promoted to Joint Director, Department of Agriculture, Govt. of Nagaland.

The Ekhung wishes and prays to our Almighty God to bestow him with good health, greater wisdom and more achievement in his future endeavours.

SATAKHA RANGE STUDENTS’ UNION (S.R.S.U) H.Q. Satakha Town Dist. Zunheboto - 798629 : Nagaland "With Necessary Changes"

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We, the VKRSU Zunheboto would like to express our immense admiration to Ms. Pinotoli Z Assumi, D/o Mr. Y Zuhoto Sema and Mrs. Liho Sumi for her sensational performance (Top 23) in the recent HSLC Examination conducted under NBSE. The Union also like to draw out heartfelt congratulations to all the students of VKRSU Zunheboto who have cleared their HSLC and HSSLC examinations 2021.

The Union further wishes all the students to soar higher in their future endeavours.

VKRSU Zunheboto.

VKRSU Zunheboto President: Ghukato Swu G.S: Inaka V Assumi OFFICE OF THE

KOHIMA CHANGKI SENSO TELONGJEM

The Angami Public Organization conveys our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Kevisa Kense, son of Krusielie of Tuophema Village, Kohima district from Angami community, for being successful in Indian Administrative Service (IAS) 2021, on 13th July 2021. Currently he is serving as Director of Fisheries, under Government of Nagaland.

Mr. Kevisa Kense is a degree holder of B.F. Sc from Mangalore, probably the first graduate in Fishery Science among Nagas. He entered into Nagaland Government service in 1988 and continuously serving till today. As Nagas are in need of professional degrees in technical services with administrative ability and experiences, the Executive Body of Angami Public Organization has high hope of development in whose field of study which is specific to a part of economic production process.

At the same time, the elevation of Shri Kevisa Kense to the Indian Administrative Service is taken as a booming progress to Naga society in general and the Government of Nagaland in particular, the fact that his knowledge and expertise could be a real asset to the Naga society towards enriching economy with special reference to encouragement of production of essential consuming food item in the state.

We wish your achievement continues to grow from strength to greater height for our society.

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XEKIYE COMMUNITY DIMAPUR Dimapur - 797112 : Nagaland Motto : "In Unity We Progress"

FELICITATION The Xekiye Community Dimapur with immense pride and honour extends heartfelt congratulations to :

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Ms. Shongmeth M. Konyak The Upper Tiru Students’ Union (UTSU) with immense pride extends our heartiest congratulations to Ms. Shongmeth M. Konyak, D/o J. Moilong Konyak for securing top 17th position in the NBSE, HSLC Examination 2021.We extol her for being the first topper and bringing laurels to our village.

The Union also congratulates all the UpperTiru students who have successfully cleared the HSLC and HSSLC Examinations, 2021.We wish them all great success in their future endeavours.

(Mr. Mankhao Konyak) (Ms. Manlen Konyak) President Gen. Secretary

The Ralan Area Lotha Hoho (RALH) and the Ralan Range Union Dimapur (RRUD) express its sincere thanks and gratitude to the Collective leadership of the Government of the People's Republic of Nagalim/NSCN (IM) for acknowledging the service rendered by Shri. M. Daniel Lotha towards the cause and aspiration of the Nagas.

The RALH & RRUD while congratulating him on his new assignment as the Kilo Kilonser, NSCN/ GPRN would also pray that our Almighty God continue to bless him with good health, wisdom and knowledge.

C. S. Ovung Chairman, RALH

Mhonyamo Ngullie Chairman, RRUD

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Mr. Aboka Chophi : 2nd Div Mr. Ahevi Chophi : 2nd Div Ms. Ilivi Chophi : 2nd Div Ms. Arnika Achumi 2nd Div Mr. Iraka Achumi Mr. Avinoli Achumi XCD also extends our heartiest congratulations to all the successful candidates of HSLC and HSSLC of Xekiye Village and wishes them success in their future endeavours.

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Simon Achumi G/Secy XCD

TEMJENTENZÜK CHANGKIRI President (KCST)

KOHIMA TSUNGIKI KHUMSHUM T h e K o h i m a Ts u n g i k i Khumshum (KTK) and Kohima Tsungiki Youth Forum (KTYF) would like to applaud, Miss Narsen Ngullie, D/o Habemo Ngullie and Renboni Kikon for her excellence in Exam by securing Top rank 3 position in HSLC Examination 2021.

T he offices also take this opportunity to congratulate its members who have passed with flying colours, in the HSLC and HSSLC Examination 2021.

We are proud of your accomplishment and we are confident that you all will continue with even more success. The KTK and KTYF prayers are always with you and will support you in your future endeavor.

Supenthung Elithung M Kikon President, KTYF Secretary, KTK OFFICE OF THE

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FELICITATION We, the Mongchentsür Telongjem Dimapur take immense pride and honour to congratulate Miss. Talisangla Longkumer, D/o Mr. Watilemba and Mrs. Bendanginla for securing top 10 Position in the recently declared H.S.L.C. Examination 2021 result from St. John Higher Secondary School, Dimapur.

The Mongchentsur Telongjem Dimapur also congratulates all the successful candidates of Mongchen Village in the H.S.L.C and H.S.S.L.C Exam 2021.

(Watimongla Imchen) President

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & CONGRATULATORY NOTE

Mr. Alobo Ghuito Achumi for securing 1st Division Ms. Vilokali Rochill for securing 2nd Division

Ahoshe Chophi President XCD

The KOHIMA CHANGKI SENSO TELONGJEM (KCST) with immense pride and honour would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Emjungwapang Amer, S/o Er M. Moasashi and Mrs S. Sentila Imchen for achieving academic milestone and securing Top 5 in the HSSLC (Arts Stream) examination, 2021 from Mezhür Hr. Sec. School, Kohima.

The KCST would also like to congratulate all the successful candidates who have cleared the HSLC and HSSLC examinations, 2021. The Union wishes you all the best in your future endeavors. k-1316

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The Satakha Range Students’ Union with immense pride and profound joy, extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Hoto Zhimomi, S/o Mr. Zhevishe Zhimomi & Mrs. Kaihialiu Rentta from Kiyeshe Sukhai village for securing Top 7 position (Science Stream) in the HSSLC exam 2021 NBSE from Pranab Vidyapith Hr. Sec. School Dimapur. The Union wishes all the success in his future endeavour.

Furthermore, the union would like to congratulate all the successful candidates of HSLC & HSSLC exam 2021 for their tremendous victory. May this recognition give you an opportunity to spread your wings beyond.

Angukavi Zhimo Iloke A Yeptho President Asst. Education Secretary

minister by the 14th NA at its last session.

T h e 1 5 t h NA o f Vietnam was expected to make decisions on 50 high-ranking positions of the state apparatus during the session, which kicked off on July 20 and will conclude on Wednesday, three days earlier than previously planned due to rising Covid-19 concerns as announced at the session on Saturday.

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of the vaccination strategy to combat the pandemic, the Xinhua news agency reported.

He also said the government will strive to advance the country’s sustainable socio-economic development and work on mechanisms to support people and businesses amid current difficulties brought by Covid-19.

On April 5, Chinh was elected Vietnamese prime

“Potsow kyua osi nzo tssoe wongdanga”

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(Chopha Yanthan) Vice-Chairman DNME

nation, the people and the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and to make every effort to fulfill the duty assigned by the CPV, the state and the people.

Given the complicated development of the Covid-19 pandemic in the country, the utmost goal of the government now is to protect people’s health and safety, Chinh said, adding that his cabinet will focus resources and apply flexible and creative measures, especially in terms

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Gaza Strip”.

Also on Sunday, Israel reduced the allowed Gaza offshore fishing zone from 12 nautical miles to six.

The decision was made in the wake of launching incendiary balloons from Gaza toward the Israeli territory, which constitutes a “violation” of Israeli sovereignty, Chief of the Israeli Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories Ghassan Alian said.

He added that “it will remain in effect until further notice”.

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near civilian sites, including a school, the spokesperson said.

“The strikes were made in response to the arson balloons fired toward Israeli territory,” the statement added.

Israel’s Fire Department said that the balloons, which were attached with incendiary materials, sparked three fires in southern Israel, causing no injuries.

The Israeli military warned it will “continue to respond firmly against terror attempts from the

With immense pride, the Dimapur Yajang Senso Telongjem convey our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Imlijungba Aier, S/o Mr. B. Temjenpokba Aier and Mrs. Imtimenla for securing top 20th Position in the HSLC 2021 Examination with distinction in all subjects and subject Topper in Science.

We also extend our heartiest congratulations to all the successful candidates of HSLC & HSSLC 2021 examinations.

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GAZA, JUL 26 (IANS): The Israeli military has that Sunday it struck a military base of the Islamic Hamas Movement in the Gaza Strip, hours after arson balloons were launched into southern Israel.

An Israeli military spokesperson said in a statement late Sunday night that fighter jets attacked the Hamas base which contained “infrastructure and means used for terror activity”, reports Xinhua news agency The base was located

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‘Shershaah’ trailer launches at Kargil Vijay Diwas

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hief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat made a remarkable observation at the “Shershaah” trailer launch here on the eve of Kargil Vijay Diwas, observed every year on July 26. Param Vir Chakra recipient and Kargil war hero Captain Vikram Batra, whose life story “Shershaah” narrates on the Bollywood screen, was 22 when he joined the forces, and this year marks 22 years of the Kargil war, noted General Rawat on Sunday night. “We are happy that a film has been made on Captain Vikram Batra’s life at this point of time. We hope many more such films will be made on the bravehearts of India,” added General Rawat, who was chief guest at the event.

The night at Dras saw real and reel heroes in attendance as the lead cast, producers and director of the film shared the stage with General Rawat, Commanding-in-Chief Northern Command General Y.K. Joshi and Captain Batra’s brother Vishal Batra. The

CDS Gen Bipin Rawat, star cast, producers, director and others during the launching of ‘Shershaah’ trailer.

star cast, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, talked of being fortunate to get a chance to work in a film that narrated such an honourable life story. Director Vishnuvardhan was present, too, along with producers Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta and Shabbir Boxwala, and Vijay Subramaniam of Amazon Prime, the OTT channel that will stream the film on August 12. Each of them thanked the Army and the Batra family for making this film possible. As the Ladakh

Scouts Military Band played with gusto, and school children and a local orchestra group set the tone with patriotic rhythms and tunes, the mood was set to celebrate the most important event in India’s contemporary military history. The 527 brave soldiers who laid down their lives in the Kargil War were saluted, and families of the brave bereaved felicitated.

The trailer launch was the highlight of the evening, preceded by a short “Kargil Tribute” featurette, remem-

Black Peaks have announced their split

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lack Peaks have announced that they are splitting up.

The Brighton fourpiece, who released their last studio album ‘All That Divides’ back in 2018, made the announcement earlier today (July 26).

“The time has come to bring Black Peaks to its close,” the band’s statement begins. “Over the past four years, we have dealt with some incredibly hard and demanding situations which we have done our absolute best to work through.

“Unfortunately, we

have reached a point where we don’t feel we can continue in a way that is healthy for us.”

B l a c k Pe a k s t h e n thanked their family, friends and fans, saying: “Thank you for being the greatest support

network we could’ve ever hoped for. We have achieved things that we never thought would be possible when we began this journey. So, for supporting our vision, we owe you our utmost gratitude.

“A special thank you to our team, who we believe to be some of the best in business. It has been our pleasure to learn from and grow with these wonderful humans over the last 10 years and we couldn’t have done it without them. ” (NME)

bering the valour of Captain Batra, and also acknowledging General Joshi and the Indian Army.

The late evening function saw Karan Johar host a chunk of the proceedings, with the “Shershaah” launch occupying most of the proceedings. One by one, he invited on stage and introduced his film’s cast and crew, as well as the military top brass present.

Sidharth, who essays Captain Vikram Batra, spoke of how the experience

of working on the project was more than shooting a film. “This is a story of a true hero, like all of you,” said Sidharth, addressing the army personnel gathered among the select audience.

“I consider myself lucky to be able to bring alive the story of a real-life hero like all of you on screen. This is my first picture based on a true story and the experience has been more than a film to me,” added the actor, speaking in Hindi.

His co-star Kiara Advani had a confession to make. “I stand before the Indian Army for the first time and I am nervous,” she said, thanking the Batra family and also Dimple Cheema, Captain Batra’s fiancee.

It was a charged evening, high on the patriotic emotion, accentuated perhaps by the pristine open-air valley venue, ensconced in the midst of looming peaks.

This was the serenity the Indian Army had fought to protected in 1999, and it was the fervour “Shershaah” the film will attempt to bring (IANS) alive.

Abhay Deol-starrer Disney film ‘Spin’ releases in India on Aug 15

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ctor Abhay Deol’s first Disney film ‘Spin’ is all set to release on Independence Day, digitally.

The film also starring Avantika and Meera Sayal, is directed by Manjari Makijany. ‘Spin’ follows Rhea (Avantika), an Indian American teen who learns she has a passion for creating DJ mixes that blend the textures of her Indian heritage and the world around her.

Her life revolves around her eclectic group of friends, Molly, Watson and Ginger,

her after-school coding club, her family’s Indian restaurant and her tight-knit, multigenerational family, which has only grown closer since her mother’s passing. Everything changes when she falls for aspiring DJ Max and a long-lost fervor for music is re-ignited. Rhea discovers that she has a natural gift for creating beats and producing music but must find the courage to follow her true inner talent. ‘Spin’ releases on Disney International HD and Disney+ Hotstar Premium on August 15.

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Queen, Metallica, AC/DC, Tool among Billboard’s highest-paid musicians of 2020

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UEEN, METALL I C A , A C / D C, TOOL, KISS and AEROSMITH are among the hard rock and heavy metal artists who have made Billboard’s list of highestpaid musicians of 2020.

For QUEEN’s No. 7 place at the summit, Billboard estimates the legendary band made $13.2 million, including $5.5 million from streaming, $5.3 million from sales and $2.4 million from publishing.

AC/DC is in the 13th place with $10.1 million after streaming, sales and publishing earned them $4.3 million, $4 million and $1.8 million respectively.

METALLICA raked in $9 million in 2020, $3.9 million of which came from streaming, $3.7 million from sales and $1.4 million from publishing, to come in at No. 18. TOOL ranked No. 32, and $4.2 million of the band’s total $6.17 million income came from touring an unusually large percentage compared to other artists, and one they amassed with ticket sales for shows that took place before the COVID-19 outbreak.

Revenue from merchandising, synchronization or livestream gigs was not included.

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SISHUNU YOUTH SPORTING CLUB TSEMINYU: KOHIMA

FELICITATION The SYSC with immense pride and honour would like to extend heartiest congratulations to Miss Thronglila Apon, D/o Mr. Phayamo Apon for securing Top 11 and subject topper in Mathematics in the recently declared HSLC Examination 2021 from St. John School, Tuensang. Your meritious achievement have brought laurels to our community.

The Club also congratulates all the successful candidates of HSLC and HSSLC Examination 2021. We wish you all success and greater achievements in future endeavours.

LIYALO KATH KHUNENCHI APON PRESIDENT GENERAL SECRETARY

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AQAHUTO ArEA STUDENTS' UNION H.Q. WESTErN SUMI

Motto : "To Lead the New Generation".

FELICITATION Miss Kavikali K. achumi Miss tonanili achumi The Shena Old StudentS' uniOn with immense pride and honour extends our heartiest congratulations to Miss KaViKali K. aChuMi, D/o Mrs. & Mr. Khekato Achumi for securing Top 19 with 100 Marks in Social Science in the recently declared HSLC examination 2021 from Mezhür Hr. Sec. School, Kohima.

The Union also like to congratulate Miss tOnanili aChuMi, D/o Mrs. & Mr. Xukiye S. Achumi for being a Subject Topper in Social Science in the recently declared HSLC examination for Little Flower Hr. Sec. School, Kohima.

Further, the Union congratulates all the successful candidates of HSLC & HSSLC examination 2021 and wishes them success in all their future endeavour.

Miss Lomika Subject Topper in Sumi (98 marks) Govt Higher Secondary School, Dmr.

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LONGTANG SANGKHONG BUKMüT THANGJAM

N. Namang Chang President

K. Y. Lemba Chang Gen. Secretary

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With immense pride and joy, we the Longtang Sangkhong Bukmut Thangjam (Longtang Citizen Union) would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Ms. Hanglenchila Y. Chang (D/o Mr & Mrs. C. Yongkong Chang) St. John Hr. Sec. School, Tuensang for securing Top 13th Rank (HSLC) Examination 2021 under the Nagaland Board of School Education.

We wish and pray that the Almighty God continue to grant her wisdom, health and success in her future endeavours.

The Union also warmly congratulates all the students who have cleared their HSSLC and HSLC Examination 2021.

Mr. Talinungsang Imchen Tiajungla Dominca Jamir Through this column, the Mangmetong Kaketshir Telongjem and Mangmetong Village Council extend our sincere felicitation to the following achievers for delivering esteem honor and pride to our community in particular and generally to all.

1. Mr. Talinungsang Imchen, S/o Mr. Moameren Imchen and Mrs. Sentirenla for securing top 3 position and subject topper in Environmental Education in HSLC 2021.

2. All the successful candidates in the recently declared HSLC & HSSLC Exam 2021 3. Tiajungla Dominca Jamir, D/o Mr. Bendangtoshi Jamir and Mrs. Carol Ann Jamir for winning the award “Best Practitioner Poster Proposal” by the Immersive Learning Research Network (ILRN) at the ILR 2020 conference, New York City, USA. Its our hope and prayer that God would lead as you strive to soar the higher dreams and visions.

Sd/Sd/Imlikokba Jamir Yudang Imchen President Chairman Mangmetong Kaketshir Telongjem Mangmetong Village Council

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Kalivi Kits General Secretary

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The Aqahuto Area Students' Union extends our heartiest congratulations to Miss Z. Hushili Swu of Kiyevi village and Miss Lomika of Zutovi village for achieving academic excellence in HSSLC Exam 2021.

The Union further congratulates all the successful HSLC & HSSLC examinees 2021, and wishes all the candidates the best in their future endeavors.

Kahoni Shohe Akai Swu General Secy., AASU President, AASU

Pito Swu President

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Miss Z. Hushili Swu Top 7th HSSLC 2021 (91.60%) Christian Higher Secondary School, Dmr.

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Jamaica goalkeeper Andre Blake (1) is unable to stop a header by United States forward Matthew Hoppe, center right, Sunday. (AP)

roster, started just three players who see substantial playing time when firstchoice players are on hand: Kellyn Acosta, Sebastian Lletget and Paul Arriola.

Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, Tyler Adams, Sergiño Dest, Zack Steffen and Josh Sargent were among the regulars who skipped the

tournament for vacation followed by European preseasons.

In the opening game of the doubleheader, No. 70 Canada beat 50thranked Costa Rica 2-0 to reach its first Gold Cup semifinal since 2007, when it lost 2-1 to the U.S. Junior Hoilett scored in the 18th minute, his

13th international goal and second of the tournament, and Stephen Eustáquio added his third goal of the tournament in the 69th after the ball rebounded off Francisco Calvo and into his path.

C a n a d a w i l l p l ay defending champion Mexico in Houston on Thursday.

Man Utd edging towards Varane deal

LONDON, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): Manchester United are edging towards a deal with Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane after more positive talks over the weekend.

Varane, 28, has told Real he has no wish to extend his current contract, which still has a year to run.

United are in discussions with the France international’s camp and Real.

No agreement has been reached yet over a fee but there is an increasing feeling that talks will

eventually reach a successful conclusion.

United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made strengthening the centre of his side’s defence one of his key priorities this summer once an agreement w i t h Bor ussia Dortmund had been struck for England winger Jadon Sancho.

T h a t £73m deal was

completed on Friday and took United’s net s p e n d i n g o ve r t h e summer beyond any of their major European rivals.

H owe ve r, e v i d e n t l y Solskjaer does not view his work as being finished.

Va r a n e joined Real in 2011 from F r e n c h club Lens and has a we a l t h o f experience with the Spanish side, winning three

HARARE, JUL 26 (IANS): Soumya Sarkar returned figures of 2/19 with the ball before scoring a career-best 68 as Bangladesh defeated Zimbabwe by five wickets to take the T20 International series 2-1 at the Harare Sports Club.

Opting to bat first on Sunday night, Zimbabwe scored 193 for 5 in the allotted 20 overs, but thanks to Sarkar’s career-best 68 the visitors won the match with four balls to spare.

Zimbabwe were off to a flying start with openers Tadiwanashe Marumani and Wessley Madhevere taking the attack to the bowlers. The home side finished the powerplay at 63/1, with Mohammad Saifuddin claiming the wicket of Marumani on the last ball of the sixth over.

Regis Chakabva joined Madhevere at the crease and ensured the scoring rate did not drop after the fielding restrictions as they raced to 101 at the end of 10 overs. It took a two-player catch off Sarkar on the boundary to bring Chakabva’s 22-ball 48 blitzkrieg to an end.

Bangladesh’s chase of 194 got off to a bad start as they lost Mohammad Naim in the third over. Shakib and Sarkar kept the scoreboard ticking but didn’t really get going in the powerplay.

Still needing 124 off 74 balls at that point, the visitors couldn’t afford to slow down and decided to take the attack to the opposition. Sarkar soon brought up his half-century and kept hitting crucial boundaries in the company of skipper Mahmudullah.

BRIEF SCORES: Zimbabwe 193/5 in 20 overs (Wessley Madhevere 54, Regis Chakabva 48; Soumya Sarkar 2/19) lost to Bangladesh 194/5 in 19.2 overs (Soumya Sarkar 68, Mahmudullah 34; Luke Jongwe 2/42).

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Shaw, Yadav to fly to England for Test series as Sundar, Avesh ruled out

NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): The 2021 edition of the Indian Premier League will resume with the blockbuster clash between defending champions Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings on September 19. Qualifier 1 will be played on October 10 while the Eliminator will be played on October 11 and Qualifier 2 on October 13.

According to ANI, the final is set to be played on October 15.

Speaking to ANI, sources in the know of developments confirmed the dates. “Yes, we are kicking off with the MI-CSK clash on September 19. Qualifier 1 and 2 will be played on October 10 and 13 while the Eliminator will be played on October 11.

The full schedule of the remaining games will be handed to the teams soon,” the source said.

Last week, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah had officially informed that the board is taking the Indian Premier League’s remarkable journey to the UAE again.

Shah had met Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al N a hya n , U n i t e d A r a b Emirates Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Social Development and Khalid Al Zarooni.

NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (IANS): Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav have been named as injury replacements for India’s Test matches in England beginning next month and will travel to the country at the end of the ongoing T20I series in Sri Lanka.

After days of speculation, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) finally confirmed that Shubman Gill, Avesh Khan (who was among reser ve players) and Washington Sundar have been injured and ruled out of the entire series.

Gill had even reached home without any official intimation from the BCCI. “A l l - r o u n d e r Washington Sundar had taken an injection on his right-hand bowling finger.

However, his recovery will take longer than expected and he is not bowling-fit. He is ruled out of the remainder of the tour,” said the BCCI in a statement.

“Fast bowler Avesh Khan suffered a blow to his left thumb on Day 1 of the warm-up game. He was taken for an X-Ray and the result confirmed a fracture.

A specialist was consulted for further management of his injury. He is ruled out of India’s tour of England,” added the statement.

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OFFICE OF THE KOHIMA LOTHA HOHO H.Q.KOHIMA, NAgALANd

Regd.No H/Rs-1192 Dt.3-11-2000

FELICITATION

With immense pride and honour, the Kohima Lotha Hoho would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to the following individuals for their outstanding achievement. We applaud them for their success and for bringing laurels to our community.

1. Lothungbeni Kikon, daughter of Mr. Khonthungo Kikon and Mrs. Lopyoni Kikon for securing the 5th position in HSSLC Examination (Science Stream).

2. Kithunglo M Humtsoe, daughter of Mr. Mhonchan Humtsoe and Mrs. Chumchano Humtsoe for securing the 10th position in HSSLC Examination (Science Stream).

3. Narsen Ngullie, daughter of Mr. Habemo Ngullie and Mrs. Renboni Ngullie for securing the 3rd position in HSLC Examination.

4. Esther L Ezung, daughter of Mrs Mhabeni Ezung and Lt Lichio Ezung for securing the 8th position in HSLC Examination.

5. Wonchilo T Khuvung, daughter of Mr. T. Thungalee Khuvung and Mrs. Abeni Khuvung for securing the 10th position in HSLC Examination.

6. Noyingbeni R Odyuo, daughter of Mr. N Renthungo Lotha and Mrs. Renthunglo for securing the 20th position in HSLC Examination.

Further, the Kohima Lotha Hoho congratulates all the successful candidates of the HSLC, HSSLC and BA Examinations 2021. We wish you immense success in all your future endeavours. May God bless you.

Sd/Sd/(C. Pankathung Lotha) (S. Chonbemo Lotha) Chairman general Secretary Kohima Lotha Hoho Kohima Lotha Hoho k-1327

Sarkar guides B’desh to win over Zimbabwe

La Liga titles and four Champions League titles.

He won the World Cup with France in 2018, has won 79 caps and played in all four games at Euro 2020 as they reached the last-16.

IPL 2021: Mumbai to face Chennai on Sept 19

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT "If we died with him, We will also live with him"

2 Timothy 2:11

Prithvi Shaw

Suryakumar Yadav

Shubman Gill sustained a developing stress reaction on his left lower leg (shin) during the World Test Championship final. This was confirmed via an MRI scan. He is ruled out of the tour and has returned back to India,” said the statement further.

Shaw and Yadav, who has been among runs in the limited-overs series in Sri Lanka and scored a halfcentury on Sunday, were confirmed as replacements in the same statement.

The selection panel has also moved opener Abhimanyu Easwaran to the main squad as apparent from the fresh squad named in the media release.

The board also confir med that wicket keeper-batsman Rishabh Pant has joined the team a f t e r r e c ove r i n g f r o m

Covid-19. It also stated that bowling coach Bharat Arun, Wriddhiman Saha and Abhimanyu Easwaran have completed their selfisolation in London and have now joined the Indian team in Durham.

India begin their fiveTest series against England in Nottingham on August 4.

India’s squad: Rohit Sharma, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli (captain), Ajinkya Rahane (vice-captain), Hanuma Vihari, Rishabh Pant (wicket-keeper), R. Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Mohammad Siraj, Shardul Thakur, Umesh Yadav, KL Rahul, Wriddhiman Saha (wicketkeeper), Abhimanyu Easwaran, Prithvi Shaw, Suryakumar Yadav.

OFFICE OF THE

ANGAMI PUBLIC ORGANIZATION KOHIMA: NAGALAND

FELICITATION

The Angami Public Organization conveys our heartiest congratulations to Dr. Jonathan Vilasier Iralu as you have been conferred the New Mexico Governor’s Award 2021 for your extraordinary service during current global hard time of pandemic.

The recognition of sacrificial and wholehearted dedication to the people during this pandemic critical period is a deserving case indeed. Your world class professional achievement does not only bring happiness to you and your family but also to the Nagas in general and Angami community in particular. The Executive Body of Angami People Organization, on behalf of the community conveys our sincere felicitation to you and your family members.

We are grateful to the Almighty God for up keeping the legacy of meritorious services to humanity from grandfather to grandchildren. While acknowledging and celebrating your Exemplary Governor’s Award, we also take your achievement as an everlasting inspiration to all generation to come.

We wish your noble service continues to grow from strength to greater height.

KEZEVITUO ANGAMI Information and Publicity Secretary

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MEKOKLA STUDENTS’ UNION Wokha : Nagaland

FELICITATION We, the Mekokla Students’ Union would like to convey our profound congratulations to the following individuals of MEKOKLA village who were recently promoted in their respective fields.  Shri. O. Benjamin Lotha, promoted to the post of Joint Director, Agriculture Department, Govt. of Nagaland  Shri. M. Daniel Lotha, promoted to the position of Kilo Kilonser (NSCN/GPRN)  Smti. Tiala Ezung, promoted to Dy.Kilonser (GPRN/ NSCN)  Smti. Tina R M Shitiri & Shri. Y. Chumbemo Kikon promoted to the position of TATAR (GPRN/NSCN)  Shri. Pithungo Ezung, promoted to Sub-Inspector (MT) Nagaland Armed Police.

The Union further congratulates to all the students who successfully cleared the HSLC & HSSLC examinations 2021 conducted by the Nagaland Board of School Education.

We wish you the best in all your future endeavours.

Lijanbeni A. Kikon President

Yensa Gen. Secy.

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CONCACAF Gold Cup: US oust Jamaica

ARLINGTON, TEXAS, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): Matthew Hoppe scored his first international goal on a header in the 83rd minute and the United States beat Jamaica 1-0 Sunday night to reach the semifinals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Hoppe, making his second international appearance, nodded home a cross from Cristian Roldan from just inside the 6-yard box, and the U.S. eliminated the 45th-ranked Reggae Boyz for the third straight Gold Cup. The 20th-ranked U.S. will face Qatar, an invited guest ahead of its hosting next year’s World Cup, on Thursday in Austin, Texas. It will be the 11th consecutive Gold Cup semifinal for the Americans, who last won in 2017 when they beat Jamaica in the final.

Goalkeeper Matt Tu r n e r h a d h i s t h i r d shutout in four matches.

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OFFICE OF THE

WOKHA VILLAGE COUNCIL WOKHA : 797111, NAGALAND

WVC, WVSU, WVYO, WVEE and WVGEU

Congratulates

HSLC & HSSLC Successful Candidates With immense pride and honour, the Wokha Village Council, Wokha Village Students’ Union, Wokha Village Youth Organisation, Wokha Village Eloe Ekhung and Wokha Village Govt. Employees Union felicitate all successful candidates of HSLC and HSSLC examination 2021, particularly to all its members.

Fu r t h e r m o re , t h e V i l l a g e C o u n c i l and various organisations of the village acknowledge the hard work and dedication of the successful candidates and wish them a bright future and the best in all their future endeavours.

Late Makzükala Tzudi Born : 16.07.1930 – Died : 17.07.2021

We , t h e b e r e a v e d f a m i l y m e m b e r s o f Late Makzükala Tzüdi would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to each and every individual and organizations who supported us by your visits, calls, messages, emotionally, materially, financially and also upholding us through prayers throughout the time of prolonged illness and sad demise of our beloved mother.

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Olympic hero Mirabai gets grand welcome in Delhi “Heading back to home.

Thank you #Tokyo2020 for memorable moments of my life.”

With a superlative performance in Tokyo, Mirabai laid to rest the horrors of 2016 Rio Olympics, where she failed in two out of three lifts in snatch and was unable to register a valid lift in clean and jerk. Mirabai was goldmedallist in the 2017 World Championships and 2018 Commonwealth Games in the 48 kg category.

She was training in St Louis, USA under Dr. Aaron Horschig in the runup to the Olympics and lived up to the billing.

Silver medalist in Tokyo Olympics, Weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu arrives at Delhi airport, Monday. (PTI)

NEW DELHI, JULY 26 (IANS/PTI): Ace Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu returned to India to a grand welcome on Monday after winning silver medal in the womens 49 kg weightlifting categor y at the Tokyo Olympics.

Mirabai was greeted at the Indira Gandhi Inter national Air por t, surrounded by security

forces. The 26-year-old, with a face shield and mask on her face, was felicitated by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) officials.

“Happy to be back here in amidst so much love and support. Thank you so much [emoticon: India flag],” Mirabai tweeted after landing. The Manipuri weightlifter lifted a total of 202kg (87kg in snatch and

115kg in clean and jerk) in the 49 kg category, finishing behind China’s Hou Zhihui on Saturday.

Mirabai became the second medallist from India in weightlifting, bettering K a r n a m M a l l e s wa r i ’s bronze in the 69 kg category at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Mirabai had, on Monday, tweeted before her departure from Tokyo:

Manipur to appoint Mirabai as ASP

Manipur government on Monday announced that Olympic silver medalist Saikhom Mirabai Chanu will be appointed as the Superintendent of Police in the state police department.

Chanu is scheduled to arrive in Imphal Tuesday and the state government is arranging a grand reception function in Imphal’s City

Convention. Ahead of this, Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh announced that the state government has decided to appoint Chanu as additional superintendent of police (sports) in the police department.

Singh also said t h a t C h a nu wo u l d b e rewarded with Rs. 1 crore as announced earlier by the government. The chief minister further stated that Olympian Judoka LikmabamSushila Devi would be promoted from the post of constable to subinspector.

He maintained that all the Olympic participants from the state would be given Rs 25 lakhs each.

Singh also announced that the state government had decided to establish a world class weightlifting academy in the state soon.

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Parliament hails Mirabai Chanu

Both the Houses of Parliament on Monday congratulated Olympic silver medallist Saikhom Mirabai Chanu.

Parliament hailed the performance of the athlete.

Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu bagged a historic silver medal in the women’s 49kg weightlifting at the Tokyo.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said: “I am extremely happy to inform you that Mirabai Chanu won a silver medal in the Olympics. I congratulate her on behalf of the House and myself. I hope that other athletes will also perform well in their respective games and bring laurels for the country.”

Mirabai, ranked third in the world, had a total lift of 202 kg with 87kg in snatch and 115 kg in clean and jerk.

This is India’s second medal in the sport after Karnam Malleswari’s bronze in the 69kg category at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

Hou Zhihui of China won the gold medal, setting a new Olympic record of 210kg. She set the record too in snatch with 94 kg and 116 kg in clean and jerk.

Indonesia’s Windy Cantika Aisah took home the silver medal with a total lift of 194 kg.

Mirabai stands chance to get gold if T.T.: Sharath reaches third round Chinese weightlifter fails dope test

T O K YO, J U L 2 6 (AGENCIES): Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu, who won a silver m e d a l a t t h e To k y o Olympics in the 49 kg category now stands a chance to get a gold medal.

The gold medalist from China, Zhihiu Hou will be tested by antidoping authorities, and if she fails the test, India’s Mirabai Chanu will be awarded Gold medal, The Northeast Today reported.

Hou who bagged a gold medal with a total lift of 210 kg, has been asked to stay back in Tokyo for the test by anti-doping authorities, ushering hope that India may get gold.

Sources close to the development informed that

China’s Zhihui Hou (Center) won the gold medal, beating India’s Mirabai Chanu on Saturday. (PTI)

the rules of the games clearly state that if an athlete fails to clear the dope test, the one who has won the silver medal would be awarded the gold.

Chanu opened the medal tally for India at the Tokyo Olympics, and

also became the second Indian weightlifter to win an Olympic medal after Karnam Malleswari.

Her win was a historic moment for India, as she got a medal for the country on day one, which perhaps is an unseen feat to date.

TOKYO, JUL 26 (IANS): India’s Achanta Sharath Kamal reached the third round of the men’s singles table tennis competition, fighting back from a game down to beat Tiago Apolonia of Portugal 4-2 in 49 minutes at the Tokyo Olympics on Monday.

The 39-year-old Kamal, who had a bye in the first round, started off slowly as the Portuguese player raced away with the first game. Sharath got into his rhythm in the second game and went on to win 2-11, 11-8, 11-5, 9-11, 116, 11-9 in a well-fought encounter.

The Indian, playing in his fourth Olympics, runs into reigning Olympic and world champion Ma Long of China, the top seed, in the third round.

Kamal, who made

made strong attempts to win and take it to the decider. However, Kamal kept his nerve, repelling his opponent’s attacks as he overcame an early deficit to win the game 11-9 and advance to the next round.

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his Olympics debut at Athens in2004 and reached the second round, found Apolonia’s serve difficult to handle in the first game.

The paddler from Chennai found his rhythm in the second game and unleashed his trademark forehand attack as he won it 11-8. In the closely-fought fourth game, scores went neck and neck before Kamal netted a forehand to lose 9-11.

The sixth game was also closely fought as Apolonia

Archery: India lose to Korea Nagal goes down

TOKYO, JUL 26 (IANS): South Korea thrashed India 6-0 in the quarterfinals of the men’s archery event here at the Olympic Games. The defending champions won the first three sets to seal the match 6-0 at the Yumenoshima Park Archery Field.

The Koreans won the first set 59-54 with five perfect 10s as against two perfect 10s by India. The team of Atanu Das, Pravin Jadhav and Tarundeep Rai got two 8s and two 9s. The Korean team, comprising Je Deok Kim, Woojin Kim, Jinhyek Oh kept up the pressure in the second set as they fired five perfect 10s and a nine to get 59.

The Indian trio responded with 57 with four 10s, one 9 and an 8. The defending champs tapered off a bit in the last set, managing 56 with three 10s, two 9s and one 8. In response, India could get only one perfect shot and managed four scores of 9 and one score of 8.

Hidilyn Diaz wins first-ever Olympic gold for Philippines

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TOKYO, JUL 26 (IANS): India’s campaign in the Tokyo Olympics tennis competition came to an end when Sumit Nagal lost to world No. 2 Daniil Medvedev of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) in straight sets on Monday. Nagal, who had beaten Uzbekistan’s Denis Istomin in the opening round, went down 6-2, 6-1 to the second seed in just over an hour.

Nagal was the lone hope for India after the women’s doubles pair of Sania Mirza and Ankita Raina lost to the Kichenok twins of Ukraine -Lyudmyla and Nadiia -0-6, 7-6(0) 10-8.

India’s challenge in women’s singles ends

The curtains came down on India’s table tennis campaign in the women’s singles with the exit of Manika Batra and Sutirtha Mukherjee in straight games at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium on Monday.

Manika was blown away in an 11-8, 11-2, 11-5 and 11-7 loss to 10th seed Sofia Polcanova of Austria in the third round. Earlier, Sutirtha lost to veteran paddler Fu Yu of Portugal 11-3, 11-3, 11-5 and 11-5 in the second round.

MEDAL TALLY ON JULY 26 1

Countries

G

S

B

Total

Japan

8

2

3

13

2

United States

7

3

4

14

3

China

6

5

7

18

4

ROC

4

5

3

12

5

Great Britain

3

3

1

7

6

Republic of Korea

3

0

4

7

7

Australia

2

1

3

6

8

Kosovo

2

0

0

2

9

Italy

1

4

4

9

10

France

1

2

2

5

11

Canada

1

2

1

4

12

Hungary

1

1

0

2

12

Tunisia

1

1

0

2

14

Croatia

1

0

1

2

14

Slovenia

1

0

1

2

16

Austria

1

0

0

1

16

Ecuador

1

0

0

1

16

Hong Kong

1

0

0

1

16

Iran

1

0

0

1

16

Norway

1

0

0

1

16

Philippines

1

0

0

1

16

Thailand

1

0

0

1

16

Uzbekistan

1

0

0

1

24

Netherlands

0

3

0

3

25

Chinese Taipei

0

2

2

4

26

Brazil

0

2

1

3

27

Georgia

0

2

0

2

28

Kazakhstan

0

1

2

3

29

Czech Republic

0

1

1

2

29

Indonesia

0

1

1

2

29

Serbia

0

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India lose 0-2 to Germany in women’s hockey TOKYO, JUL 26 (PTI): T h e I n d i a n w o m e n’s hockey team went down 0-2 to Rio Games bronzemedallist Germany, its second consecutive defeat in Pool A at the Tokyo Olympics here on Monday.

After the 1-5 drubbing at the hands of world no.1 Netherlands, the Indians lifted their game by a notch but it was not enough to get past world no.3 Germany at the Oi Hockey Stadium.

The team was guilty of wasting a lot of opportunities, including a penalty stroke by Gurjit Kaur in the third quarter while luck also didn’t favour the Rani Rampalled side.

Skipper Nike Lorenz

India’s KAUR Navjot during the Hockey - Germany vs India - Pool A in Tokyo, Monday. (PTI)

(12th minute) and Anna Schroder (35th) were the goal scorers for Germany, who registered their second win on the trot having

beaten Great Britain 2-1 in their first match.

Indian will play Great Britain in their next pool match on Wednesday.

Japan upsets China for TT mixed doubles gold

Hidilyn Diaz of Philippines competes in the women’s 55kg weightlifting event, Monday. (PTI)

T O K YO, J U L 2 6 (AGENCIES): Hidilyn Diaz has become the first Olympic gold medalist from the Philippines after w i n n i n g t h e wo m e n’s 55-kilogram weightlifting category.

Diaz overtook LIAO Q i u y u n o f Pe o p l e ’s Republic of China on her last lift in the clean and jerk to win with a total

224 kilograms, one more than Liao. China had won all three events so far and was hoping to sweep the gold medals in the eight competitions its athletes have entered. Liao came into the competition as the world record holder with a total of 227kg.

Zulfiya Chinshanlo of Kazakhstan took bronze with 213kg.

TOKYO, JUL 27 (AP): Japanese pair Mizutani Jun and Ito Mima ended the People’s Republic of China’s recent dominance in the sport by beating Xu Xin and Liu Shiwen 4-3 for the mixed doubles title.

The upset comes five years after China swept all four table tennis tournaments at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games. It’s also the first time China has not won gold in singles, doubles or team table tennis since 2004.

Hopes were still high for Japan entering the match, though. Mizutani won bronze in the singles

Japan’s Mima Ito, left, and Jun Mizutani compete during the table tennis mixed doubles gold medal match. (AP)

in Rio 2016, and some consider Ito to be China’s biggest threat in the female ranks.

China got off to a fast start, winning the first two games 11-5 and 11-7. Japan fought back in the third game, winning 11-8, and

then took two more close games, 11-9 in the fourth and 11-9 in the fifth.

China then won the sixth game, 11-6, to set up a deciding seventh game, which Japan dominated, taking an 8-0 lead and holding on for an 11-6 win

— and the gold. China’s table tennis team is so strong that Liu, the women’s world champion, didn’t even make the women’s singles’ team and is only playing team events.

The Chinese pairing had beaten the French duo, Emmanuel Lebesson and Jia Nan Yuan, 4-0 in the semi-final to set up the gold-medal match, while the French headed to the bronze medal game against Chinese Taipei. The world number one pairing, Lin Yun-Ju and Cheng I-Ching, walked away with the bronze after beating the French duo, 4-0.

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