August 16, 2016

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Settlement in the interest of all: CM India will not bow before terrorism: Modi Correspondent

KOHIMA, AUG 15 (NPN): Nagaland Chief Minister, T.R Zeliang, has said that if the Naga Political Groups could come forward and support the negotiations between the Government of India and the NSCN (I-M) then it would be a befitting tribute to late Isak Chishi Swu, the chairman of NSCN (I-M), whose “unfortunate passing away” was condoled by one and all.

Speaking at the 70th Independence Day celebrations at Secretariat Plaza here on Monday, the chief minister said, “Time waits for no one.

An early political settlement is in the interest of one and all.”

On the occasion, Zeliang also reiterated his appeal to the NSCN (K) to “eschew the path of violence and return to the ceasefire agreement.”

On the law and order situation in the state, Zeliang said overall situation in the state continued to remain peaceful. He, however, said there were some concerns along the Assam-Nagaland border areas, particularly in the areas adjoining Doldoli Reserved forest, which was effectively dealt by the administration and police.

The chief minister said that to maintain peace and tranquillity in the disputed border areas of Assam and Nagaland, a Border Peace Coordination Committee (BPCC) has been formed in all the districts bordering Assam, comprising of representatives from

Petrol price cut by `1 pl, diesel by `2 pl

NEW DELHI, AUG 15 (AGENCIES): Petrol price was today cut by Rs 1 per litre while diesel rate was lowered

by Rs 2 per litre. Revised prices will take effect from midnight.

Fuel prices were last revised on July 31, when the price of petrol price was lowered

by Rs 1.42 a litre while that of diesel was reduced by Rs 2.01 per litre. Petrol and diesel prices are deregulated in India, which means they are linked to market rates. State-owned fuel retailers-- IOC, BPCL and HPCL revise rates of the fuels on the 1st and 16th of every month based on the average oil price and foreign exchange rate in the preceding fortnight.

SSU to shut down Govt. HS Sakshi

DIMAPUR, AUG 15 (NPN): With the expiry of its 7-day ultimatum served on the state government to fulfil the assurances of posting maths and science teachers at Government High School, Sakshi under DEO Longleng, Sakshi Student’s Union (SSU), Longleng district, on Monday announced that it would shut down the school indefinitely with effect from August 16, 2016. In a press note, SSU president Pongshi Yangang and general secretary Hongba Yangang said the union could resort to second phase of agitation without further notice. Meanwhile, the union has cautioned that the school education department would be “held fully responsible for any incident that may occur during its agitation.”

T.R. Zeliang inspecting the parade contingents at the new secretariat plaza on Monday. (NP)

both Assam and Nagaland, which was purely voluntary.

In the educational sector, Zeliang said that to deal effectively with the problems of bogus or proxy teachers, the department was insisting on entering Aadhar card numbers in the appointment orders of all the newly recruited teachers while the remaining teachers and other employees will be asked to submit their Aadhar card numbers within 2016.

“Efforts are also on to enable issue of Aadhar cards for all the children enrolled in the Government schools,” he added. Zeliang also informed that the department of education was taking various initiatives to train 12,000 teachers or about 65% of government school

teachers, who were not professionally trained. He said acquisition of professional qualification by untrained teachers were now a condition to be eligible for promotion. Further, the chief minister said that the increment of pay of those who did not acquire the professional qualification would be stopped after five years.

He said out of 63 colleges in Nagaland, 14 colleges were NAAC accredited while many colleges have initiated the process of accreditation to progress towards quality and excellence in higher education.

Zeliang said that by 2021, the department of higher and technical education was expecting all the colleges in the state to be accredited by NAAC.

On agriculture and allied sector, the chief minister said if Nagas wanted to change in the journey towards progress and development, a clear vision was needed. Thus, Zeliang said the state government has decided to bring out a vision document and appealed to the citizens to take it forward as people’s movement to bring changes in the society and the economy.

On state economy, Zeliang said that the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) at constant prices were estimated to have increased to Rs. 15,920 crore during 2015-16, registering an annual growth rate of 8.68 percent, which was above the national growth rate of (Cont’d on p-7) 7.6%.

KOHIMA, AUG 15 (NPN): Taking note of Naga Hoho’s reaction to the cabinet decision to go ahead with the elections to municipal bodies by granting 33% women quota in the Urban Local Bodies/ Town Counicls, the Joint Action Committee on Women Reservation (JACWR) on Monday expressed hope that the Naga Hoho would “use its wisdom” and consider the equal participation of women in municipalities and town councils by reconsidering their earlier resolution.

In a representation addressed to the Naga Hoho president, the Joint Action Committee on Women Reservation convener Abeiu Meru and co-convener Dr. Rosemary Dzivichu reminded the Hoho that Naga women have approached the Supreme Court and an interim order has revived the single judge order accordingly.

JACWR also reminded the members of Naga Hoho that Naga women have “come

to the age” and were well prepared to contest in the long awaited town and municipal elections.

In another memorandum addressed to the chief minister, JACWR stated that it was seriously concerned with the latest letter of Naga Hoho, asking to keep the cabinet decision in abeyance as “it was premature for women”.

Joint Action Committee on Women Reservation said the negotiation of the constitutional rights of women as equal citizens was a contentious matter as Naga women were prepared and looking forward to actively participate in the urban governance as per Supreme Court interim order.

Appreciating the cabinet decision, the committee was optimistic that state government would hold the elections at the earliest and ensure that women would be given chance to work as equal partners for the development of towns and the state.

DIMAPUR, AUG 15 (NPN): Naga Hoho on Monday said it was compelled to react to the statement made by NPCC, published in the local dailies with regard to 33% women reservation in Urban Local Bodies/Town Council.

Naga Hoho communication cell in a press note said that it took note of NPCC’s statement questioning “some civil societies who have no accountability towards the people they claim to represent”. Making its stand clear, Naga Hoho said “we are an organization with the mandate and support of our respective tribe hohos and not attached to any political party. Therefore, the question is– who represents the masses, Naga Hoho or NPCC media cell?”

“Does the author of “NPCC welcomes ULBs elections” have the people’s mandate or accountability?” Naga Hoho questioned. As traditional and social organization, the hoho said it was unequivocally clear that the Municipal Act was in contravention with the traditional and customary usages of the Nagas, enshrined under Art. 371(A) of the Indian constitution.

“It is therefore our bounden duty to safeguard the rights of the Nagas”, Naga Hoho added.

The hoho further made it clear that “they had no objection for exhibiting one’s desire and interest in a democratic society towards one of the contentious issues pertaining to “Municipal Act” vis-à-vis 33% women Reservation under ULBs elections”.

However, Naga Hoho reminded that the hoho along with various tribe hohos had spearheaded the movement and pleaded before the state government for review of Municipal Act of 2001 & 2006, saying “it directly linked with the rights given to the Naga people under Art.371(A).”

Earlier, NPCC, without naming any organization said “it will be a litmus test for chief minister T.R. Zeliang and his government as to whether they can really assert their authority in implementing this 33% women reservation in ULBs or once again succumb to the pressures of some civil societies who have no accountability towards the people they claim to represent.

CM flags off customized rescue ops vehicles

T.R. Zeliang flagging-off the CROV at Secretariat Plaza in Kohima, Monday. (NP) Correspondent

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school in Peshawar (about two years back), there were tears in our Parliament. Indian children were traumatised. This is the example of our humanity. But look at the other side where terrorism is glorified,” Modi said.

Asserting that India will not yield to terrorism and violence, the Prime Minister asked youths to return to the mainstream by shunning the path of violence, comments which are seen as a message to

youth of Kashmir.

“I am telling those youths that there is time left, come back and join the mainstream.

Realize your parents’ aspirations. Lead a peaceful life. The path of violence has never benefited anyone,” he said.

Attired in his trademark half sleeves kurta and sporting a Rajasthani turban, Modi devoted bulk of his address on the occasion of the 70th Independence Day to presenting in

effect a report card of his government’s work particularly in boosting economic growth, ease of doing business and welfare schemes for the poor and farmers.

The Prime Minister also gave details of various initiatives undertaken by his government to promote ease of doing business, tackle corruption, provide good healthcare to poor people and benefits to farmers.

Consider equal participation of NH reacts to NPCC statement Law and order situation peaceful: HM women: JACWR to Naga Hoho

This is it!

“I wonder if government officials and ministers went to Rio like in the past. Anyway their trips never improved sports.”

NEW DELHI, AUG 15 (PTI): Declaring that India will not bow before terrorism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today asked the youth who have taken to violence to join the mainstream even as he brought up Pakistani atrocities on people of Baluchistan and PoK, saying that they have thanked him for doing so.

Though Modi did not make any reference to Kashmir valley which is witnessing violence after the killing of Hizbul Commander Burhan Wani, he accused Pakistan of glorifying terrorists and celebrating killings in India. This was an obvious reference to Wani who has been hailed as a martyr by Pakistan, which was not directly named by him.

In his 93-minute Independence Day address to the nation amidst tight security, Modi said, “From the ramparts of the Red Fort, I want to express my gratitude to some people –the people of Baluchistan, Gilgit and Pak-occupied-Kashmir— for the way they whole-heartedly thanked me, the way they expressed gratitude to me, the way they conveyed their goodwill to me recently.”This is for the first time the disturbed areas in the control of Pakistan have been mentioned by any Prime Minister during his Independence speech.

The Prime Minister asked the international community to judge the behaviour of India and Pakistan in the context of terror attacks in each other’s country. “When children were killed in terror attack on a

KOHIMA, AUG 15 (NPN): On the occasion of the 70th Independence Day, chief minister T.R. Zeliang on Monday flagged-off eight Customized Rescue Operation Vehicles (CROV) provided by the Na-

galand State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) under Home department at the Secretariat Plaza.

Home department officials said that the state government was committed in its efforts to continually augment its disaster response capabilities.

The Customized Rescue Operation vehicles would be placed at strategic locations in the state and these vehicles would be used for recovery and rescue operations during emergency and also to create awareness on disaster responses in the villages.

Measles outbreak claims another child in Naga area YANGON, AUG 15 (AGENCIES): Days after Myanmar authorities claimed to have brought a measles outbreak in Naga Self-Administrative Zone (SAZ) under control, another child has died of the illness, reports Anadolu Agency.

A health ministry official said on Sunday that a six-yearold died late Saturday, bringing the death toll to 42 in nine villages in the Naga SAZ in Sagaing region, a mountainous area populated by people from the Naga tribes on the border with India. “The child was in his final stage [of life] when the doctors arrived at the village,” SAZ Chairman Kay Sai told Anadolu Agency.

Myint Han, head of the department of medical care under the Ministry of Health and Sports, said around 20 people remain in critical condition in intensive care. “The doctors are also administrating the vaccinations for children and some adults in the area,” he said.

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, AUG 15 (NPN): Reiterating that law and order situation in the state continued to remain peaceful, Nagaland home minister, Y. Patton Monday attributed the success to civil society organizations for rendering untiring efforts and cooperation to the state government.

Patton, who was addressing the 70th Independence Day celebration at multi-disciplinary outdoors sports complex, Peren, also asserted that overall situation in Tuensang and Kiphire had also returned to normalcy. He thanked the civil society organizations including ENPO, ENSF, ENWO, ENLU, Churches and the mediators appointed by the government for their cooperation.

Both the towns witnessed spurt in violence in the aftermath of the cold blooded killing of husband and wife by some armed miscreants on February 6, this year near Yayi

Patton taking the salute. (NP)

Bridge under Shamator subdivision.

In the aftermath of the violence, home minister reviewed the security situation and emphasised the steps needed to be taken to increase security in sensitive places.

On the modernisation of police, Patton pointed out that construction of office of the commissioner of police, Dimapur and IGP (Int.) Kohima, has been taken up during 2016-17. Under this, 23 CCTV cameras in New Market area had also been installed.

In order to check crime against women, state government has also decided to upgrade the Women’s Cell at Dimpaur and Kohima to fullfledged Women police station.

Remaining districts will also be covered shortly, he said.

To streamline the delivery of justice, several initiatives have been taken by the state government, Patton added.

Home minister also heaped praise on the Naga youths for their enthusiasm to join the armed forces and exemplary courage in defending the country.

He pointed out that during the army recruitment rally at Kohima this year, 116 youths from Nagaland were selected to serve the country.

Earlier, home minister took the salute from six parade contingents- DEF Peren, 9th IR Bn, 18th Assam Rifles, Sainik School Punglwa, Peren Gover nment College and All Saints Higher Secondary School Peren.

70th I-Day celebrated in Dimapur Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, AUG 15 (NPN): Minister of Public Health Engineering Department (PHED), Tokheho Yepthomi, graced the 70th Independence Day celebrations at DDSC stadium, Dimapur as chief guest.

Speaking on the occasion, Tokheho said the PHE department has provided drinking water supply to 41 not covered/partially covered habitations under the National Rural Drinking Water Programme Tokheho giving away the award to one of the recipients at (NRDWP). The minister also DDSC stadium, Dimapur. (NP) said that roof top rain water harvesting structures in eight included inauguration of exhibition stalls cum habitations, rejuvenation of traditional wells sale under the banner of ATMA Dimapur by the in 74 habitations, solar powered water supply chief guest. in two habitations and surface water harvesting Excise & prohibition department Dimastructures in two habitations were constructed pur also displayed seized items in one of the during 2015-16 under NRDWP. stalls, 32 AR HQ-6 Sector displayed ‘know your Under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan army weapons and equipment’.

(Gramin), Tokheho said 22,617 units of indiThe celebration witnessed entertainment, vidual latrines, 164 community sanitary com- extravaganza and cultural show by Musik-A plexes and 17 solid waste management units (Alobo Naga school of music), dog show by 173 were constructed during 2015-16. Further, 161 Bn CRPF. Besides, cultural items were presented villages were declared Open Defecation Free, by Shena Old union Dimapur area Purana Bahe added. The minister also highlighted other zar, Narsen Lotha cultural club, Diphupar Lotha key achievements made in several sectors by the Baptist church and Garo cultural troupe Garo state government.

Baptist church, Eralibill.

Earlier, the chief guest inspected the After the celebration, there was a football parade contingents followed by distribution of exhibition match between Dimapur veterans awards to five best ATMA farmers of Dimapur football association Vs Dimapur referee assodistrict. Other highlights of the programme ciation.

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NGTC org ‘installation prayer prog’

DIMAPUR: Nagaland Garo deeds of a good leader will be Tribal Council (NGTC), the written with an ink-filled pen apex body of the Garos of in history for his good deeds, Nagaland, organised an “in- but the deeds of a bad leader stallation prayer programme” will be written with a pen at Garo Baptist Church, without ink which will go Chumukedima on August unrecorded and invisible.

13 with pastor, Pochury BapOther highlights of the tist Church Chumukedima, programme were welcome Hopejoy Sharu as speaker. speech by president NGTC In his message, the Biplab K Sangma, special s p e a k e r c o n g r a t u l a t e d songs by Garo Baptist Youth NGTC and encouraged the Fellowship and members of gathering to work unitedly Garo Baptist Church Chufor the betterment and wel- mukedima. fare of the people.

Vote of thanks was deHe remarked that Garos livered by vice president were an “aboriginal tribe” of NGTC Lexson D Sangma.

Nagaland and a part and par- Earlier, the programme was Lotha dance troupe performing during governor’s at home programme (NP) cel of the land. chaired by vice president Calling upon the gath- NGTC Altish Snagma Correspondent numbers of songs like Vande sion) Govt. of India Dhruva ering to do away with “isms,” and concluded with a mass Matram (pre independence Awasthy in his welcome ad- Sharu said, “quality and prayer.

KOHIMA, AUG. 15 (NPN): vision), alok parva Aaya dress said under informaOn the occasion of Indepen- (group song on republic of tion and broadcasting minisdence day celebration, gover- India), saat behno ki (song try (song & drama division) nor’s “at-home” programme of cultural heritage of NE Govt. of India has 10,000 “Azadi 70 years; yaad karo states), Ae mer vatan ke logo artistes and light and sound is DIMAPUR: NPGN/NNC (N/A) has informed that Lotha kurbani” ( freedom fortnight ( tribute to martyrs and sol- the biggest unit. He informed region secretary Thomas Kikon has been terminated from the activities) was organized by diers) ganatantra hamara that in north east India under national service for the violation of Azha of land. song and drama division, (song on azadi-7- indepen- this ministry (sound and NPGN/ NNC (N/A) has informed that he has been ministry of information and dence) and others. The audi- drama) have two centres at given explanation call for three times respectively. However, broadcasting government of ences were also mesmerized Imphal and Guwahati. the aforesaid has failed to comply to the notice served which India regional centre Guwa- with the Angami folk and The programme was at- was a matter of great disregard to the concerned authority. hati held at Durbar hall Raj traditional dance, Lotha tra- tended by chief minister T.R. NPGN/NNC (N/A) has also informed the citizen not to Bhavan, Kohima on Monday. ditional dance and folk song Zeliang, NLA speaker, host deal with him on any matter.

The singers from re- and Sema harvesting dance.

It further cautioned that defaulters would be deemed at of ministers, MLAs, governgional centre Guwahati unSenior deputy director, ment officials, dignitaries, their own risk and that all matters of Lotha region shall be dider song and drama division, information and broadcasting NGOs, army officers and rectly executed from the center till further decision was made enthralled the gathering with ministry (song & drama divi- others. by the higher authority.

NPGN/ NNC (N/A) terminates

Huge consignments of IMFL recovered Correspondent

ZUNHEBOTO, AUG 14 (NPN): Pughoboto and Ghathashi police while conducting a routine checking and frisking of vehicle on August 13 intercepted one Tata mobile Registration no NL 07A / 6598 and recovered 180 Cases of MC rum, 45 cases of Kingfisher and 3 cases of OC blue.

The driver identified as Pukhavi Shohe of Aghunsto was arrested for possession of illegal items. In this connection a case has been registered under NLTP Act Case NO 04/2016.

Police Station Pughoboto. SDPO Pughoboto Akihito NPS sources.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur Tuesday, august 16, 2016

news in brief ZTSBC mass social work : Sr. Pastor ZTSBC, Dr Daniel Chishi has informed all its members that there would be a mass social work on August 17, 6 a.m in civil hospital junction to daily market junction here in Zunheboto town.

All the members have been requested to bring necessary tools for social work.

ANAEF informs: All Nagaland Aphuyemi Elders Fo-

rum (ANAEF) informs all the members that there will be an inaugural function of the recognition of society on August 18, 10 a.m at the premises of old secretariat building.

All members have been requested to attend the function positively.

DNP+ blood Donee group: Dimapur Network of

People living with HIV/AIDS (DNP+) would be launching a “Blood Donee Group” on August 16, 1:30 p.m. at its office.

ANGPTA Longlend executive meeting: All Nagaland

Government Primary Teachers Association (ANGPTA) unit Longleng held its executive meeting on August 12 for selection of new office bearers led by president K. Phaulem, general secretary I. Amongba and others. The house also resolved that it would extend unrelenting support to the ANGPTA central in all endeavour for the welfare and development of primary teachers and that it would not be affiliated to any others association.

Citizens repair science college road Kohima: Phezhu community and Taxi Union of Jotsoma Village organized a mass social work on August 15 to repair the T.N Angami Road (Science College Road) in between Kohima town and Jotsoma village, which had been in a dilapidated condition. Hundreds of people from the colony voluntarily took part in filling the potholes and clearing drainages all along the road. The organizers expressed their sincere gratitude to all the part takers and the individuals who have freely offered services of their vehicles and machineries for the day.

Naga widows felicitated by Naga Voluntary Women Association

DIMAPUR: The Naga Voluntary Women Association (NVWA) on the occasion of 70th Independence Day celebration held a special program to felicitate the senior most widows from all Naga tribes at State Banquet Hall today.

President, NVWA, Kevi Rangkau while delivering her welcome address said that the NWVA has in the past actively participated in different charity work and this year also after thorough deliberation by all the members decided to do something different for the Naga women and especially for the Naga widows. She further said the small token given to the widows by the association was a good will gesture to commemorate and celebrate the 70th Independence Day.

She urged all to continue to remember the Association in their prayers so that they can continue to do good work for the Naga society.

G e n e r a l s e c r e t a r y, NWVA, Kakheli Jakhalu briefly highlighted the NWVA aims and objective and said NWVA was a non-profit, voluntary and non-government based organization with past and present members comprising of the spouses of the Council of ministers, bureaucrats, technocrats, police officers, lady doctors etc. She also said that the prime objective of NWVA was to unite the wives of the legislatures and officers on a common platform to do something visible and worthwhile for the people that would encourage and inspire other

Dziilhami village council conducts social work

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WEATHER FORECAST August 16

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala A t-storm around in the p.m.

34 26

Aizawl

Afternoon showers

27 21

Guwahati A stray a.m. t-storm; cloudy Imphal

Cloudy with a bit of rain

35 26 28 21

Itanagar A t-storm around in the a.m.

34 24

Shillong

Cloudy, t-storm in spots

24 19

Kohima

Cloudy, t-storm in spots

27 18

Dimapur A stray afternoon t-storm

35 24

Cloudy, t-storm in spots

29 19

Tuensang Cloudy, t-storm in spots

27 17

Mkg Wokha

Cloudy, a strong thunderstorm 30 22

Zunheboto Cloudy, t-storm in spots

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33 AR organises debate competition Kevi Rangkau with NWVA members at the state banquet hall on the occasion of 70thindependence day celebration.

to unite and work dedicatedly for the welfare of others and also beneficial for Naga women and children. She also added that the association has participated without fail on

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every national day (Republic day & Independence Day) by visiting various jails, asylums, centers and charity institutions to donate cash & kind and to organize specialty based

programmes. The programme was chaired by Kakheli Jakhalu, general secretary NWVA. Special song was presented by the spring voice Sumi Baptist church and benediction was

pronounced by Rev Kuzierang Thou State chaplin, Nagaland.

More than 70 widows representing all the tribes of Nagaland were felicitated at the programme.

DIMAPUR: 33 Assam Rifles (AR) conducted debate competition for the children of Longsa Hill Public School, L/ Shengha Village on August 1.

According to AR sources, the basic aim of the event was to identify the talent of the children and to provide a platform to boost their self-confidence.

Altogether 17 students participated in the competition.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT “The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the name of the Lord.”

Job 1:21

Villagers participating at the social work.

DIMAPUR: The Dziilhami Village Council along with the frontal organizations and vehicle owners under the jurisdiction of Dziilhami village in Phek district organized a mass social work on August 12.

The village leaders and vehicle owners voluntarily repaired the 8 kms long road from Dzulhami village to Sekriizu town along the con-

H&FW informs on license registration DIMAPUR: Secretary to the government of Nagaland and chairman Nagaland health care establishment authority Nagaland Dr. Maongwati Aier IAS has directed to all the concerned that as per the provision of section 3 of the Nagaland health care establishment Act 1997, to register or renew their license within three months from the date of issue for all the health care establishment-1, general hospital, maternity hospital nursing home, dispensary , clinic, sanatorium or an institution of any recognized system of medicine, any institution centre by whatever name called where physical or mentally sick, injured or infirm persons are admitted either as in patients or out patients for treatment with or without the aid of operative procedure , it shall also mean a centre catering the radiological, biological and other diagnostic or investigative service with the aid of laboratory or other medical equipments.

Any violation, contravention or non compliance of the act and rules made therein shall be punished as per provision of the act. The application form for registration/license and renewal can be collected from room no. 302 directorate of health and family welfare Kohima.

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struction of 2 lane Chakhabama- Zunheboto state highway road which was left unattended by the Company.

Dzulhami village council chairman Bilhunyi Nyekha stated that Chozuba ADC Polan John, EAC Sekruzu and Er. Daniel Shijoh also assisted the social work by providing JCB and other materials towards the road repairing.

Late Mokotuba Aier (1912-2016)

We, the family of the Late Mokotuba Aier (Mopungchuket) wish to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who showed their sympathy on our recent sad bereavement Thanks to all our extended families, neighbours and friends, who showed, helped and supported us, prior to and after the funeral, in so many different ways, for which we are really appreciative.

It is our humble prayer that the Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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Loving family members & relatives.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

LT. KEZHALETUO CHÜPUO Born : 24th July 1994 – Died : 11th August 2016

Those we love can never be more than a thought away for as long as there is a memory they live in our hearts to stay.

We the bereaved family of Late Chubayanger Longkumer express our immense gratitude to all the individuals, friends, churches, unions, neighbours, relatives and well wishers who stood by and supported us through prayers, physically, financially and material support at the sudden demise of our beloved on 7th August, 2016 at Dimapur and during the funeral at Mokokchung.

We regret our inability to reach each one of you to express our gratitude but it is our prayer that the Lord Almighty bless you all.

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Loving family members, relatives and in-laws

09/09/1972 – 07/08/2016

We the bereaved family and relatives of Late Kezhaletuo Chüpuo would like to extend our heartfelt and profound gratitude to all who stood by us physically, materially and financially and in prayers at the sudden demise of our beloved on 11.08.2016.

We convey our special thanks to: 30. Naga Students' Union, Delhi 1. Shri Neiphi-u Rio, MP, Lok Sabha 31. Angami Krotho, Delhi 2. Shri T. R. Zeliang, Hon'ble Chief Minister, Nagaland 32. Naga Christian Fellowship, Delhi 3. K. I. Yanger, Commissioner and Secretary, 33. Naga Students' Union, Jalandhar, Member and Alumni Power Department, Nagaland 34. Sumi Students' Union, Delhi 4. Shri Neiphrezo Keditsu, MLA & Chairman, 35. Chakesang Students' Union, Delhi NSMDC Ltd., Govt of Nagaland 36. 4th NAP BR/Thizama (Kohima Station) Safdurjung Airport, Delhi 5. Shri C.L. John, Minister, Rural Development, Nagaland 37. Nagaland House, Kolkata 6. Shri Kuolie Mere, P.R.O, Nagaland House, Delhi 38. BLINGSTERZ and OLOF (One Lord, One Faith) 7. DRC and Staff, Nagaland House, Delhi 39. A.G. Church, Chumukedima 8. Dr. Hentok, Nagaland House, Delhi 40. A.G. Thenupfüko, Chumukedima 9. Shri Edward Belho, Delhi 41. A.G. Youth Dept, Chumukedima 10. Pastor, Avi Sophie, Delhi 42. A.G. Sunday School. Dept, Chumukedima 11. Shri Khiezo Zuyie, President, Angami Krotho, Delhi 43. Nourhe Krotho, Chumukedima 12. Shri Keziengulie (Neiba) Soru, Delhi 44. Zhadima Union, Dimapur 13. Rev. Vivolie Angami, Tenyimia A.G. Church, Dimapur 45. Zhadima Women, Dimapur 14. Shri Sukdev, Ambala 46. Chüpuo Thinuo Krotho, Dimapur 15. Shri Peter Kuotsu, Zhadima 47. Gariphema KUDA Krotho, Dimapur 16. Shir Rokolhou Angami, Jornapani 48. KUDA Northernmiapfü Mechü Krotho 17. Shri K.T. Vilie Theünuo 49. A.G. Church, Zhadima Village 18. Shri Ruokuovizo Chupuo, OSD to Chief Minister, Nagaland 50. A.G. Youth Alive Zhadi Basa 19. Shir Neilalhoulie Soliezuo, Addl. Director, 51. Zhadima Village Council Youth and Sports Dept., Nagaland 52. Zhadima Village Youth and Sport Org. 20. Shri Kethosituo Sekhose, SDO (Sardar) Kohima 53. Zhadima Students' Union 21. Shri Menguzetuo (Bubu) Sekhose 54. Women Society, Zhadima Village 22. Shri Nkhao Ngullie and family, Chumu, Ward 7 55. Zhadima Basa Youth 23. Shri Hanah, Chumu, Ward 7 56. Chüpuo Thinuo, Zhadima Village 24. Shir Kekhrievilie Nagi 57. Kuotsu Union, Zhadima Village 25. Shri Benjong Sangtam, Guwahati 58. Zhadima Union, Kohima 26. Smti. Vilazeü, Chumu Village 59. Zhadima Thenumiaphümia Krotho, Kohima 27. Adesh Medical College and Hospital, 60. GPS Staff, Kohima Shahbad, Near Ambala Cantt., Haryana 61. GPS Staff Angami Diphupar 28. Naga Students' Union Jalandhar, Punjab 29. Naga Students' Union, Chandigarh We deeply regret our inability to mention each and everyone but your kind deeds will always remain in our hearts. It is our humble prayer that Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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70th Independence Day celebrated across Nagaland

(L-R) Minister of Mechanical, NH Nuklutoshi, Minister school education Yitachu, Minister R&B Vikheho Swu, Minister of H&FW P. Longon, Minister RD C.L. John, Minister power Kipili Sangtam, Minister of Forest Dr. Nicky Kire, Minister IT and TPT, Paiwang Konyak, Parliamentary Secretary, Dr. Benjongliba Aier, Advisor Dr. T. M Lotha, Parliamentary Secretary, L. Khumo, Parliamentary Secretary, Dr. Imtiwapang Aier. (DIPR)

(L-R) Adviser, Thongwang Konyak, Parliamentary Secretary, Er. Picto Shohe, Parliamentary Secretary, Khekaho Assumi, Parliamentary Secretary, Nganglang, Parliamentary Secretary, Toyang Changkong Chang, Parliamentary Secretary, Apok Jamir, Parliamentary Secretary, Er. Levi, chairman, Dr. Longrinken, Adviser, Naiba Konyak, MLA Vikho-o Yhoshu, Parliamentary Secretary, Pukhayi Sumi, Parliamentary Secretary, Jacob Zhimomi, MLA Namri Nchang and MLA Dr. Neiphrezo Keditsu. (DIPR)

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Thousands of public packed the public ground Kiphire to witness the celebration. In Seyochung the occasion was held at Seyochung ADC hq with parliamentary secretary Art & Culture, Eshak Konyak as chief guest who unfurled the national flag and took salute & read out the I/day speech. 5 parade contingents including students took part.

Other highlights of the day were special numbers. On the sideline of the program, the 5th volleyball open tournament final match was played final between Kisetong village & Oldmonger village.

MOKOKCHUNG: In Mokokchung the day was observed at the Imkongmeren Sports Complex with minister for Health & FamilyWelfare, P Longon, as the chief guest.

The entertainment session began with a song from Katimenla, a recipient of the National Award for the ‘best creative child with disabilities’, at Delhi on December 3, 2015, followed by a special song by the students of Fazl Ali College. The crowds were further entertained by the Assam Rifles Band, Medem Reju Cultural Club of Mongsenyimti, Tazulenden Cultural society of Mopungchuket, Phom Union Mokokchung and Gorkha Union, Mokokchung. The parade contingent was commandeered by Asst. Comd.

2nd NAP, Alichen, 2nd in command, ASI Mario of 2nd NAP. The culmination of the celebration was continued with the festivities of ‘tambolas’, till the final retreat at 1600 hrs.

CHOZUBA: Advisor Treasuries and Accounts, Relief and Rehabilitation Dr. T M Lotha attended the occasion at Chozuba, Phek district. The celebration witnessed march pass by 111 Bn, BSF, DEF

Chozuba, 5th NAP Chetheba, NCC, GHS Japan Riba, GHSS Chozuba, GHS Yoruba, Rashtrabhasha Hindi Vidyalaya Chozuba and NCC, GHSS Chozuba. (Correspondent) PEREN: In Peren the function was held at MultiDisciplinary Outdoor Sports Complex (MDOSC) at New Hq. Peren with home minister, Y. Patton as the chief guest.

He unfurled the national flag and inspected the parade contingents and delivered the Independence Day speech where he highlighted the achievements made by the state government. Altogether six contingents took part in the March Past which was led by Parade Commander L. Sukumo Kikon. The chief guest presented the Farmer’s Award to the best performing SHG and Individual Progressive Farmers with cash award along with the citations to encourage the farmers. The awardees for the Self Help Group were Sun Rise SHG Jalukie Block and Kelungchi SHG Kepuijang Village while Individual Progressive Farmers awardees were BamheiIkie of Ndunglwa Village for Best farmer on Integrated Farming, Ramga of Tening Village for best farmer on horticulture and Hauneu Jalukie for the best farmer on pineapple.

ZUNHEBOTO: The programme was held at the local ground with minister, Rural Development and REPA, C L John as the chief guest.

He unfurled the national flag, read out the speech and took the salute from 22 parade contingents led by parade commander, assistant commandant, 8th NAP, Pholosing Sangtam. Special presentations were also performed which included men folk dance (Aphilo Kuwo) from North Point Colony, martial arts

display from Olympic Hr Sec School, drill display from St. Anthony School, Tug of War and Vande Mataram by 5th Assam Rifles. The minister also inaugurated stalls put up by various departments and Self Help Groups (SHG). An exhibition football match was also played between 5th Assam Rifles and All Nagaland Private Schools Association, followed by prize distribution and beating of the retreat.

ATOIZU: Parliamentary Secretary for Justice & Law and SIRD, Er. Picto Shohe on Monday said that hardware and video conferencing equipments have been installed in all the District Courts under the second phase of E-Court.

Speaking during the Independence Day celebration at Atoizu, Er. Picto also said that, to streamline the delivery of justice, four posts of District Session Judge have been re-designated as Principal District Session Judge at Kohima, Dimapur, Tuensang and Mokokchung. Further, the Parliamentary Secretary said that five posts of Junior Civil Judge and seven posts of Assistant Public Prosecutor have been created this year. Er. Picto also said that the Cabinet has recently approved for creation of six new Sub-District Industries Centres at Atoizu, Mangkolemba, Meluri, Noklak, Tizit and Tuli by redeploying the existing staff. “Construction of helipads at Zunheboto, Phek, Satoi, Wokha and Tizit for the State Helicopter service has been taken up,” he added. Earlier, the chief guest hoisted the national flag and received salute from the nine parade contingents. Braving the unfavourable weather, the government servants and public of Atoizu turned out in large numbers and attended the Independence Day celebra-

tion which was marked with various cultural performances, choreography, special numbers etc.

MA N G KO L E M BA : To commemorate the 25 years of Mangkolemba ADC headquarter establishment, parliamentary secretary for NRE, Toyang Changkong Chang inaugurated the first ever exhibition cum sale stalls displayed by Co-Operative Societies, agri, medical and rural development departments during the celebration of the 70th Independence Day at Mangkolemba. Dibuia, MPCSLtd, Ever green MPCS Ltd & Mangkolemba MPCS Ltd under Co-Operative department, R.D Block Tsurangkong, Longchem & Mangkolemba under RD Department and Agri Department displayed local products and handicrafts and first aid assistance under medical department was put up during the celebration organised at Kumpani ground, Mangkolemba.

PHEK: Programme was held at Phek local ground with minister for Forest, Environment & Wildlife, Dr. Neikesalie Nicky Kire as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering the chief guest stated that the department of Environment, Forests and Climate Change has collaborated with the community to develop the Nagaland model of conservation which was recognized as a new paradigm for community conservation, exemplified by our success in providing safe passage to the to the migrating Amur Falcons. Earlier, he unfurled the national flag, took Rashtriya salute and inspected the parade. District awards were also given away on the occasion. The entertainment items included drill display

by Royal Foundation School Phek and Christian Home

High School Phek, folk song by Muho SHG Cultural troupe, Phek town and folk dance by Valiant Club Cultural troupe from Bible Hill Colony Phek town. Feeding of patients at Civil Hospital Phek and District Jail inmates were carried out by the Phek district Veteran Football Association.

In the evening pogramme an exhibition women football match was played between Bethany-II colony & Bible Hill colony Phek Town which was followed by the beating of the retreat by 46th Assam Rifles Phek.

WO K H A : T h e p r o gramme was held at local ground, Wokha with minister for Power, Kipili Sangtam as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering the chief guest said that it was a day to look back and see how far we have travelled and how good our achievements have been in helping the country reach the glorious heights that we all promised ourselves at the dawn of independence. All together 17 parade contingents took part in the march past which was led by parade commander, asst.commandant 7th NAP, Senti Jamir. Other highlights of the programme included folk song by Senthan Cultural Troupe, Longsa Women Cultural Troupe, drill display

by Cistus School, song by Differently Abled persons and choreography by Adolescent Girls club. Feeding of inmates at Sub-Jail was carried out

by ADS, Wokha, Dr.Motsuo Memorial District Hospital by DRDA, Mhondamo Memorial hospital by St.Paul’s Church and 28 Assam Rifles hospital by district administration, Wokha.

TIZIT: Parliamentary Secretary for irrigation & flood control, Jacob Zhimomi graced the occasion at Tizit

sub-division ADC headquarter, public ground Tizit town. The chief guest took salute from 11 parade contingents. Special items were presented by Trinity School Tizit, Loakho Union Tizit, Jaboka Union Tizit, tug of war between GBs and DBs. Beating of retreat was performed by 6th NAP Tizit.

LONGLENG: Longleng district headquarter celebrated the day at local ground with minister for Road & Bridges, Y. Vikheho Swu as the chief guest. The minister unfurled the national flag and took the salute from 10 parade contingents. He also inaugurated the exhibition stalls put up by the various departments and SHGs. Other highlights of the function included folk dance

by Good Shepherd School, Longleng and PhomLompong High School, Longleng.

In the evening programme an exhibition football match was played between Super King Club vs Super Stable Club and Women volley ball match between Women Police vsYingli College.

PFUTSERO: The day was celebrated at Pfütsero with adviser NBDA,NEPED, Naiba Konyak as the chief guest. The parade contingents included DEF Pfütsero, Pfütsero Government College, Chakhesang Mission Higher Secondary School, Nazareth school, Bharat Scouts and Guides, TMT School, Union Christian School, Government Higher Secondary School and Baptist

school Pfütsero Highlights of the function included National Anthem by Baptist Theological College, sweets distribution and beating of the retreat. The programme was attended by all government officials, NGO leaders, and public leaders of Pfütsero Town, students and general public.

BHANDARI: 70th Independence Day was also celebrated at Bhandari with parliamentary secretary for Geology and Mining Dr.Imtiwapang Aier as the chief guest. The programme started with unfurling of the national flag and speech by the chief guest. The parliamentary secretary also inaugurated BTBC Women Wing exhibition stall.

TUENSANG: In Tuensang the chief guest was minister Transport & Civil Aviation, IT & C, P. Paiwang Konyak with parade review by DIG (R) Tuensang. The chief guest took salute from the seventeen contingents who participated in the parade. A patriotic song was presented by students of Loyem Memorial School, Tuensang. The Chang, Khiamniungan, Sangtam, Yimchunger cultural Troupes and Heri Cultural Club presented Cultural items. Inter-ward penalty shootout competition was also held to commemorate the celebration. Red Cross society and Chambers of Commerce Tuensang initiated feeding of patients in the District hospital and inmates of the District jail Tuensang.

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Dimapur: Nagaland celebrated the 70th Independence Day along with the rest of the country on Monday.

MON: In Mon the day was celebrated with minister of Mechanical, National Highway & Election, Nuklutoshi as the chief guest, who unfurled the tri color and took salute from 18 contingents. Speaking on the Naga Political issue, the chief guest emphasized that an early political settlement was in the interest of one and all. Reminding that the passing away of Isak Swu, the chairman of NSCN IM, was condoled by one and all, starting from the prime minister of India, he stated that it would be a befitting tribute if all the Naga political groups could come together and support the negotiations between the GoI and NSCN (IM), following the signing of the historic framework Agreement of the 3rd August. He also appealed to NSCN K to eschew the path of violence and return to the ceasefire agreement. On health issue, the chief guest informed that the department of Health and family Welfare was in the process of rolling out Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY), by which all the BPL families and senior citizens would be provided cashless treatment from the empanelled hospitals in the state.

The highlights of the day included song by Rashtra Bhasha Hindi Training Institute Mon, drill/choreography by Don Bosco Schoo, Mon and Little Flower School Mon, cultural dance by Ao, cultural song by WATSU Mon, Hah Mongchi Cultural Women Club Mon. Institutional visit on District Hospital, Sub-Jail, Langsa Hill, John 3:16 and Canal Orphanage were made by DEF, KNSK, Konyak Union, Toxic Peace Band and Tenyime Union Mon respectively.

Exhibition football match was played between officers club vs DEF Mon, which was followed by prize distribution, display of band and beating the retreat ceremony by 6th NAP Pipe Band. Martial art was also displayed by Junior taekwondo team from Konjong School.

The Legal Service Authority, Mon also opened a stall and distributed leaflets and booklets free of cost to the general public. About 5000 people gathered to celebrate the day at local ground Mon town.

KIPHIRE: Minister for School Education and SCERT, Yitachu was the chief guest at the 70th Independence Day celebration here at Kiphire today. The chief guest while reading out the I Day speech, extended his warm greetings to the people of Kiphire.

In his speech the chief guest highlighted the government’s achievements, including the Naga political issue, law and order, education, agriculture & allied, infrastructure sector, development of rural/urban and backwards, health/social welfare & other services and economy of the state. The highlights of the day include Chorography by Saramati School Kiphire, drill display

by Agape School Kiphire and patriotic song by Hindi Institute Kiphire. Traditional dances were performed by Seyochung Village Union Kiphire town and Sangpin Tah Troupe Kiphire town. Twelve march past contingents from different schools; police dept. and pensioners took part at the ID celebration with Kisetong Village VG as the pipers band.

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NRC updating to be completed by 2017: Sonowal

Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inspects the parade during the 70th Independence Day Celebration on Monday. (PTI) government is adopting a policy of zero-tolerance towards militancy and insurgency.

Regarding the flood problem, Sonowal said the State Disaster Management Authority will be equipped with modern gadgets to prepare itself to face disasters.

“Embankments as means to safeguard our rural economy. There are 1,250 embankments covering nearly 5,000 km area but most of them outlived their utility,” he said, adding existing embankments will be repaired and new ones erected.

Talking about unemployment, Sonowal said Assam will reap rich dividends

if it can harness inherent potentials of 23 lakh educated jobless youths.

A skill development department is being established and plans are on the anvil of transforming Industrial Training Institutes into Multi-Skills Centres, he said.

Besides, the government will initiate schemes for skill development of SC and ST people along with empowering religious minorities socioeconomically, he added.

There is also a plan to make Guwahati an international trade centre and declare ‘State Capital Region’ encompassing the city and its peripheral areas in line with

the National Capital Region, Sonowal said.

“We aim at making Assam self-sufficient on food production,” the Chief Minister said, adding women trafficking would also be stopped, he said.

Serial explosions rock Assam; no casualty

A series of five bomb explosions by suspected ULFAIndependent militants rocked upper Assam’s Charaido and Tinsukia districts this morning as the state celebrated the country’s 70th Independence Day. There was no casualty or injury in any of the explo-

sions, police said.

A blast was reported at an abandoned place beside an interior road at 7.40 AM at a place under Tengapukhari outpost in Charaideo district, Superintendent of Police A P Tiwari said.

The militants had apparently placed the bomb under the ground, Tiwari said.

In Tinsukia district, four other explosions were triggered by the insurgent outfit.

An improvised explosive devise (IED) went off near Indira Gandhi School at Laipuli area on the outskirts of district headquarters of Tinsukia town at 7.15 AM, the officials said.

This was followed by another blast in line no.6 of Badlabhata Tea Estate in Doomdooma area where the third IED was also set off at Masuwa, they said.

The fourth one exploded at Gamtumati in Philobari area where ULFA-I militants on August 12 night had shot dead two persons and injured six others in indiscriminate firing at Bahbon village.

Yesterday, a powerful 4 kg IED was recovered at Mukum based on interception of an ULFA-I message, officials said.

On August 5, 14 people were killed and over 20 injured

by NDFB (Songbijit) insurgents at Balajan in Kokrajhar district. Security measures have been tightened across Assam and patrolling by security forces intensified, the police added.

Arunachal CM promises peace in the state Mizoram is one of most peaceful, in East Kameng district on Saturday. The incident occurred when Kamdak was leading a police team to the area to arrest an alleged rapist Togyung Yangfo, who escaped from jail a year ago.

“In this hour of grief, we extend our solidarity to the martyr’s family and salute him for his bravery,” the Chief Minister said. An ex-gratia payment of Rs 50 lakh would be given to the next of kin of Kamdak besides a suitable government job for his wife, he said. Khandu also announced a state government policy for all the police personnel irrespective of ranks who sacrificed their lives while fighting terrorists, criminals or underground elements.

As per the policy, they would be awarded an ex-gratia payment of Rs 50 lakh and their kin would be given a suitable job in the government, the chief minister said. The state government also announced a state award to various personalities in their respective fields by awarding gold medals to 10 persons, including PTI correspondent Utpal Boruah, 11 silver medals and 10 commendation certificates for contributing to the cause of the state.

progressing states: Thanhawla

ITANAGAR, Aug 15 (PTI): Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu today said he would ensure peace for speedy development of the state.

“Our government shall ensure that for the sake of development, there is peace in the state and any fringe elements attempting to disrupt peace will be dealt with an iron hand,” Mr Khandu said after unfurling the national tricolour on the occasion of 70th Independence Day at Itanagar. He said the government would lay special emphasis on modernising the police force and providing them with the latest equipment and technology. The government would set up a state-of-the-art police training center on the lines of the Northeast Police Academy, Shillong. To strengthen the police, about 2,400 vacant posts would be filled up in a time-bound manner while 20 woman police stations would be set up, he said.

Referring to the recent flood devastation in the eastern part of the state, Mr Khandu said the state government would explore the best of technologies to reduce and tackle

flood and related problems.

While exhor ting the people to participate in the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan to achieve the goal of ‘Clean Arunachal’, the chief minister asked the people to pledge to serve the state and the nation with renewed promise.

Centre snatching powers of states: Tripura CM

Independence Day observed at Bokajan

Agartala , Au g 1 5 (IANS): Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar on Monday said the central government was trying to snatch all powers of the state governments and trying to force the states to beg for aid.

“The central government has been continuously trying to grab and snatch the powers of the state governments. Efforts are also on to turn the states into beggars,” Sarkar said after unfurling the tricolour at the Assam Rifles ground here.

“If the central government continue to grab the remaining powers of the states, there will not be any federal structures in the country. Democracy will weaken.

“Currently there are two Indias - one for the rich and another for the poor people.

The central government is working for the millionaires.”

The 70th Independence Day was observed across the northeastern state, with a variety of colourful functions and programmes, including sports and cultural events.

The Chief Minister said 77 to 80 per cent people in India were poor and 30 to 35 per cent people do not write their name while 20 to 25 crore people, mostly youths, have no jobs.

He said instead of moving ahead in industry and agriculture, India had been moving backward due to faulty policies of the central government.

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First ‘Arunachal Ratna’ award for slain DSP

Arunachal Pradesh government today conferred the first ‘Arunachal Ratna’ award to Deputy Superintendent of Police Bomto Kamdak posthumously, who lost his life during exchange of fire with criminals in East Kameng district. “The special award instituted on the occasion of Independence Day this year will carry a cash amount of Rs one lakh along with a gold medal and a roll of honour,” Chief Minister Pema Khandu announced after unfurling the Tri-colour at Indira Gandhi Park here.

He said, Kamdak was a martyr who, despite all odds, stood against the ‘evil’ and valiantly fought the criminal forces till the end. The DSP and a civilian were killed in a firefight between police and anti-socials near Chayangtajo

Aizawl, Aug 15 (IANS): Mizoram is one of the most peaceful states in the country heading for a steady progress of development, Chief Minister Lal Thanhawla said on Monday.

“Mizoram is one of the most peaceful states in India and also moving ahead for a steady progress, development, special infrastructure expansion,” Lal Thanhawla said after unfurling the national flag at the Assam Rifles Ground here.

“This year is the 30th anniversary of the signing of the memorandum of settlement, known as the ‘Mizoram Peace Accord’. In the last 30 years much has been achieved, yet there is still more to be done,” he said.

A tripartite agreement was signed between the Centre, the Mizoram government and the erstwhile militant outfit Mizo National Front (MNF) in 1986, ending a two-decade (1966 to 1986) long insurgency in the northeastern state.

The 70th Independence Day was observed across Mizoram with diverse programmes, including sports, cultural events

and public gatherings. The Chief Minister said that rice production was increased in Mizoram from 60,647 tonnes during 2014-15 to 62,089 tonnes during 2015-16, an increase of 2.29 per cent.

Area under oil palm cultivation increased from 20,377 hectares in 2014-15 to 23,358 hectares during 2015-16, which is an increase of 14.63 per cent. Lal Thanhawla said that Mizoram has finally been connected to the broad gauge railway map of the country.

“Broad gauge goods train was flagged off at Bairabi railway station in March while the broad gauge passenger train was flagged out of the station in May by Prime Minister Narendra Modi through video conferencing system. We expect that by 2019, the railway line under construction to reach Sairang would be completed.”

He said that 60 MW Tuirial hydroelectric project was in the final stages of completion and was expected to be commissioned shortly. Construction work for the 210 MW Tuivai hydroelectric project is being pursued.

I-Day celebrated in Manipur amid shutdown call Imphal, Aug 15 (PTI): Manipur celebrated Independence Day amid tight security here and all nine district headquarters of the state on Monday, amid call for “total shutdown” and boycott of the celebrations by several outlawed militant organisations.

Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh hoisted the tricolour at the first Manipur Rifles Parade ground in the morning and received salute from the contingents, a government release said.

He presented medals for gallantry and distinguished services to seven police officers at the function attended by ministers, parliamentary secretaries, legislators and senior administrative officials and officers of the Army and police, it said. The President’s Police Medal for distinguished ser vice was awarded to Adhikarimayum Ghanashyam Sharma, Sub-Divisional Police Officer, Imphal West district, the release added.

Security has been beefed up across the state in view of a total shutdown and boycott of I-Day celebrations called by several outlawed militant organisations, police said.

Except for two crude bomb blasts in Imphal West district, there was no other untoward incident on Monday, they said, adding public vehicles largely remained off roads and business establishments downed shutters in view of the shutdown.

High anaemia prevalence a big challenge for AP I tanagar , Au g 1 5 (Agencies): The prevalence of anaemia continues to be a big challenge in Arunachal Pradesh according to India Health Report (IHR) statistics which show that 63.9% of children under the age of five and 56.7% of women aged 15-49 are anaemic in the state, Meghalaya’s additional chief secretary Yeshi Tsering at a state-level consultation on nutrition held in Shillong recently.

The occurrence of anaemia among pregnant women in the state is even higher at 61.8%. This is possibly linked to the low percentage (27.7%) of pregnant women who consume 100 iron folic acid (IFA) supplements, which help prevent anaemia.

The state also second highest rates of open defecation (31.7%) in the northeast, after Assam (37.5%). The IHR cites, ‘open defecation and inadequate hand washing as reasons for poor health in children, leading to malnourishment’.

Kilemtula Imsong, Kilem, today is the most beautiful day as you were gifted to us by God. As you grow another year older, today we celebrate your birthday. May our almighty God guide and protect you with good health, success and long life. “Happy Birthday” With love & best wishes, Odi Akum, Parents and Relatives.

Dearie Hannah, As you grow one more year older, its my sincere prayer that our good Lord will bless you abundantly.. May your wish come true. Many, many happy returns of the day. God bless.

Forever yours chubs..

Dear Sister, I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. You are the reason for whom my childhood days were so colorful and I had so much fun. Though I am the only son of our parents ,you and sisters has always been a perfect companion on my journey. Thank you for all those wonderful memories. We will always remain at each others side no matter what happens.

Happy Birthday, Sis. Your Loving Brother, Longli.Phom Happy Birthday Dear “It’s the simplest things that make your life count, like a simple wish Belated Birthday” From, Conda’s Frn (T.L)

Meghalaya remembers sacrifice of patriots on I-Day

Shillong, Aug 15 (PTI): Meghalaya today recalled the contributions made by patriots who sacrificed their lives for freedom even as people from all walks of life celebrated 70th Independence day in a befitting manner.

“We remember and recollect with a strong sense of pride, the selfless sacrifice made by the patriots of the state – U Tirot Sing, U Kiang Nangbah and Pa Togan Sangma and many others, in their struggle against colonial rule,” Governor V Shanmuganathan said in a message to the people.

“This is also a solemn occasion when we remember and recollect with gratitude the contributions of all the great patriots of India...who provided leadership to liberate the country from foreign rule,” he said.

Asking all citizens to imbibe their spirit, Shanmuganathan called for their rededication to the service of the state and the nation.

Chief Minister Mukul Sangma said, “We are all stakeholders in the process of progress and development.”

He asked all to “share the responsibility to work together in emancipating our state and nation” from the unlawful use of force, violence, poverty, injustice and corruption.

Independence Day was celebrated across the state with all schools having been directed to hoist the tricolour the day in a befitting manner.

The celebration began early in the state capital with marathons and a gruelling 45-km-long ‘cyclothon’ taking place simultaneously here.

A big crowd also attended the official programme of the government at Polo grounds where Chief Minister Mukul Sangma unfurled the national flag and addressed the audience. Governmentrun scenic parks and beautiful Ward’s Lake here remained open for free for visitors and there were also free cinema shows for the public.

SIEDZEVI SOCIETY NOTICE

Students taking part in march past during Independence Day celebration at Bokajan.

Bokajan, Aug 15: Along with the rest of the country, Bokajan celebrated the 70th Independence Day at CCI playground with SDO(C) unfurling the tricolour Monday morning.

The programme kick started with the ceremonial lighting of lamp and the floral tribute to martyrs of the nation’s freedom struggle.

It was followed by the flag hosting and a colourful guard

of honour by contingents of students and armed forces.

The programme also showcased several cultural activities by various communities based on the theme ‘Unity in Diversity’.

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This is to inform all concerned members that the General Meeting of the society will be held on the 20th August, 2016 at Hotel Tragopan, Dimapur, at 4 pm. A founder member, Hon’ble MP, Neiphiu Rio will address the meeting.

All members are to compulsorily attend the meeting and participate in the discussions to be held on important initiative to be taken up by the society.

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G u wahati , Au g 1 5 (PTI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal today said the much-awaited update of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) will be completed by 2017.

Delivering his speech after hoisting the National Flag on 70th Independence Day, Sonowal said, “To take our national commitment to its logical end, we are on a mission mode to complete NRC update by 2017.

“The state government is committed to safeguard the interests of each and every ethnic community, tribe and race,” the Chief Minister said.

“With a view to prevent illegal influx through the porous border once and for all, sealing Indo-Bangla border is high on our priority list. We have taken for fortifying the barbed wire fence along the border,” he said.

The Department of Border Areas Development will be rechristened as Border Protection and Development Department to give more teeth to it, Sonowal said.

Stating that his government is committed for an Assam free from foreigners, corruption, terrorism and pollution, he said “we are committed to make Assam one of the top five states in the country.”

The Chief Minister appreciated the youths for celebrating the Independence Day despite a boycott call by anti-social forces and said his

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Srinagar, Aug 15 (PTI): Amid continued turbulence that has rocked Kashmir valley for the last 38 days, Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti Monday made an emotional appeal to agitating youth not to be misled by vested interests who want to keep the valley burning and maintained that dialogue is the only way to resolve issues.

In her maiden Independence Day address as Chief Minister, Mehbooba cautioned that Kashmir should not be allowed to become another Syria or Afghanistan where there is instability and absence of safety of life.

She urged the people to give her time so that she could work on the plans and programmes she had charted for peace and progress of the state and that they should not be misled by false propaganda about attempts to erode the special status of Jammu and Kashmir.

She blamed the successive central leaderships, starting from Jawaharlal Nehru, for the problems of Kashmir and hoped Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the issues, completing the process started by Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

Speaking in the backdrop of over month-long unrest in the valley triggered by the killing of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, she underlined that any remedy could be found only through dialogue in the “great” Indian democracy.

With regard to protests over Wani’s killing in a gunbattle on July 8, Mehbooba said, “it is not that an encounter has happened in Kashmir for the first time... Children should not be indulging in agitation. They should be going to schools and colleges. It is not for children to solve big issues... Parents should also ensure that their children do not go out where their lives could be in danger.”

She said “vested interests” were misleading the youth and making them a “shield” to pursue their nefarious designs,

Mehbooba Mufti holding the National tricolour as it fell off the post during its unfurling at Bakshi stadium in Srinagar on Monday. (PTI) while their own kids are tucked away in safety. “I will not talk about the separatists but about the middlemen for whom it (stone pelting) is a business.

Find out where their children are while innocent kids are being used for protests,” she said.

Noting that the current unrest had taken a toll on education in the valley, she asked, “What will I do with the IITs, IIMs, Law college and five medical colleges when those who had to study there have been blinded. Who is responsible for it?”

Mehbooba said while she felt pained over the injuries and casualties among civilians, she felt equally bad for security personnel who also have been wounded in equal number just because they exercised maximum restraint.

They security forces have come to the valley from far off places like Bihar and Karnataka leaving their children and families behind just to perform their duties, she said. At the same time, she said, “Wherever I feel

anyone from forces has violated the directions for maximum restrain, action will be taken.

This is not a mere statement.

It will be done and you will be told about it.”

“Gun will not solve the problem. Gun has not solved any issue,” Mehbooba said, adding there is no way other than the dialogue to resolve problems and address grievances. Emphasising that dialogue is the only way to resolve issues, she expressed hope that Modi-led government at the Centre will take steps for addressing the political, social and econmomic issues confronting the state by initiating dialogue with all stakeholders in the state. “...The Kashmir situation was discussed in both Houses of Parliament... I am hopeful that 2008 and 2010 will not be repeated. This time, actually, Jammu and Kashmir’s political, social and economic issues will be addressed. Dialogue should be held with everyone,” she said. “People of Jammu and Kashmir are not bad, nor is

India ‘far away’ from having smart cities: Narayana Murthy

Independence not enough, more to be done: Advani

MUMBAI, Aug 15 (PTI): Infosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy has said engineers prefer bigger cities for work, even as he rued that India is “far, far away” from having smart cities, one of the flagship programmes of the government.

“In my own company, we have built development centres in Mysore, Bhubaneshwar, Thiruvanantapuram... These are not rural centres, secondtier cities. They are not occupied more than 50 per cent,” he said at an event here last week. “Nobody wants to go there. Everybody wants to be in Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Noida. That is the reality,” he said, while replying to a question on whether we can aspire to contain the massive urbanisation.

Murthy said jobs for spouses, children’s education and quality healthcare are among the prime reasons why the company faces this problem. Interestingly, the comment from the former chairman of the IT company comes even as government has been nudging

IT and IT-enabled companies to go deeper into the country in order to create jobs all across.

Murthy spoke on urban systems during a lecture in which he stressed that India needs to work keeping in mind that mass scale migration will continue in the times ahead. He said none of the high income countries have progressed without urbanisation.

To take care of this, we will need to create jobs in the services and the manufacturing sector, he said. He had also said the country is “far, far away” from its ambition of having smart cities, one of the flagship programmes of the Modi government. “Since we are far, far away from smart cities, I did not talk about it,” Murthy said, replying a question on why he excluded any mention of the government initiative in his over one-hour lecture on the topic ‘City Systems’.

“I am a doer, I am not just a talker,” he said, asking the audience to visit Infosys’ campus in Mysore to have a taste of what a smart city can be.

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NEW DELHI, Aug 15 (PTI): Veteran BJP leader Lal Krishan Advani today said that ‘being independent was not enough’ and a lot more work was required to enhance India’s global position. He was speaking at a flag hoisting ceremony on the occasion of India’s 70th Independence Day at his home.

“I am very happy that India is celebrating 70 years of being independent. I was present along with my countrymen at the celebrations in the Red Fort today. A lot still needs to be done in independent India and India must enhance its prestige in the world,” Mr Advani said.

“Mere independence is not enough for patriots, but an important task is to transform independence into self-governance. The entire country must be dedicated to this task today and I am confident that India will earn a good name world over as a self-governed and best ruled country.”

India bad. Somewhere mistakes were made with regard to elections. The leadership of the country -- from Jawahar Lal Nehru till date -- and the parties, it is their mistake,” she said. The Chief Minister said she too had a grievance at the way Kashmir issue has been handled over the years.

“I also have grievances.

People of Jammu and Kashmir joined with such a big country, not considering the religion, and preferred a democracy.

Why has our democracy remained confined to casting votes? “The biggest part of democracy is dialogue. We have resolved so many issues but why have we failed to take forward the dialogue process here? Where have made a mistake?

“Why did it take till 2002 for the (fair) election system to reach Kashmir? Why did our system and leadership here and in Delhi in 1987 elections usurp the rights of those people (now separatists) who could have become MLAs, Ministers or Chief Minister? They wanted to take oath of Constitution of Jammu and Kashmir along with the Constitution of the country.

National flag falls from post when J&K CM tries to unfurl it

In a deeply embarrassing moment for Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti, the national tricolor fell off the post as she hoisted it at Bakshi stadium here where the main Independence Day function of the state was held.

Mehbooba, who was hoisting the national flag as chief minister for the first time, pulled the string attached to the post only to see the tricolor fall from the post and land on the ground.

Amid the embarrassing situation, two personnel from the security detail of the Chief Minister held the flag in their hands till Mehbooba gave the ceremonial salute to the flag.

CJI takes a dig at PM on judicial appointments Ne w D e l hi, Au g 15 (Agencies): Chief Justice of India TS Thakur on Monday pulled up Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not including issue of judges appointment in his third Independence Day speech and said he is ‘disappointed’ by PM’s I-Day address to the nation.

“I heard Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad’s speech and was hoping there would be something on appointment of judges. However, the PM’s speech disappointed me. I request the government to pay attention to the issues plaguing the judiciary, especially the appointment of judges,” CJI TS Thakur said.

Stressing that the Narendra Modi government must consider the rising burden of judges the country’s judiciary is facing due to vacancy and pendency, Thakur said further, “The government are doing great work for its people, but they should also think about the judiciary system of this country.” “During British era, verdict in a case used to come out in 10 years, however, today’s even 100 years are not enough to give a verdict in a case, thanks to the lacking number of judges in courtrooms today,” he added further.

The CJI’s anguish came on a day when PM Modi in his third Independence Day speech highlighted his government’s achievements over the last two years.

On Saturday, a bench led

by CJI Thakur came down heavily on the government while hearing a PIL on shortage of judges and delay in filling up vacancies, a week after the government declined to yield to the Collegium’s objections in the MoP with respect to the executive having the final say in rejecting names.

“We won’t tolerate a logjam in judges’ appointment. It is stifling the judicial work. We will fasten accountability now.

Why is there mistrust? If this logjam continues, we will be forced to interfere judicially.

CRPF officer, 2 militants killed in Kashmir

Special Operation Group (SoG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police personnel take positions during an encounter with the militants at Nowhatta in Srinagar on Monday. (PTI) Srinagar, Aug 15 (IANS): A CRPF commandant and two militants were killed in a gunfight here on Monday despite a strict curfew in the Kashmir Valley in view of terror threats on India’s Independence Day. Pramod Kumar, commandant of the 49 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), was killed after four militants hurled a grenade and opened fire at a security patrol in an old city area.

Nine paramilitary troopers were also injured in the attack. They have been shifted to a hospital.

Police said the attackers entered a house in Nowhatta - close to the historic Jamia Masjid, the main mosque in Srinagar. “Two of the militants

Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi met with PM Modi and his India counterpart Sushma Swaraj in New Delhi. and BRICS summits, an op-ed article in the Global Times said.

“However, quite a few Indian media started to cover the tour a week ago with the eye-catching headline ‘China blocked India’s NSG bid, but now wants help on South China Sea’,” said the article.

“After negative hype over Sino-Indian ties by Indian media for a long time, it is not hard to envisage that they did it again this time. Yet while

they grab all the attention they want like always, they have also caused a deterioration in the Indian public’s views of China,” it said.

The opinion piece said the critical view of the media does not fairly represent the big picture of the Sino-India ties.

“Given the recent frictions between the two countries, including the NSG issue and New Delhi’s rejection of visa extension requests for Chinese reporters, there are indeed

addressed the gathering. She referred to the recent bout of violence in the valley and said peace was imperative for equal development of all the three regions - Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir.

“I ensured that civilians are not used as human shield during anti-militancy operations. I am sad because certain elements are using our youths as a shield to fulfil their notorious desires. “These elements are trying to achieve their objectives through violence.

“Thousands have died in the state since the 1990s but what did we achieve? During the past 40 days, we handed our youths to these vested interests who are using them as cannon fodder.”

Kejriwal dozes during PM Modi’s speech

NEW DELHI, Aug 15 (Agencies): Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech on Independence Day didn’t inspire Arvind Kejriwal. The Chief Minister of Delhi was filmed dozing during the address at Red Fort, where he was seated near VIPs like Ghulam Nabi Azad of the Congress.

After social media helpfully pointed out that Mr Kejriwal had been caught napping, Manish Sisodia, Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, suggested the reaction couldn’t be helped, reports NDTV. “The speech was boring,” he said. To prove that was not a partisan review, he pointed to images of senior ministers Arun Jaitley and Manohar Parrikar who were also snoozing.

It’s not surprising that Mr Kejriwal and his colleagues of the Aam Aadmi Party or AAP

were not in thrall to the PM’s speech, which ran well over 90 minutes. Mr Kejriwal has, in court and outside, accused the PM of snatching basic powers from the Delhi government to seize far greater control of the capital than the centre is allowed. Last week, the Delhi High Court ruled against Mr Kejriwal.

The 47-year-old Chief Minister followed up a video in which he declared the PM “could even have me eliminated” with a 10-day vipassana or meditation course which requires complete silence.

He returned to Delhi late last week and drew up plans to challenge PM Modi’s party, the BJP, in the states of Gujarat, Goa and Punjab, which will vote soon. The BJP governs all three states (in Punjab, it is part of a coalition with the Akalis).

Have lost a father in Pramukh Swami, says Modi Sarangpur (Guj), Aug 15 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi today turned emotional as he paid his last respects to Pramukh Swami, the religious head of the Swaminarayan sect, saying he has lost a fatherly figure.

Recalling his close association with Pramukh Swami, who passed away last Saturday here, Modi called him his “father” as he was twice overcome by emotions during his 20-odd minute long speech made at a temple where Swami’s mortal remains have been kept.

“Many of you might have lost a guru, but I have lost a father,” Modi said, as he paused for nearly a minute to overcome the swell of emotions.

Calling him a “combination of grandeur and divinity,” the Prime Minister said he knew Pramukh Swami from the time when he was not a public figure and showered praise on him for bringing about reforms in the “saint” culture. The mortal remains of the head of Bochasanvasi Akshar Purushottam Sansthan (BAPS) Swaminarayan Sanstha, Pramukh Swami

Maharaj have been kept at the temple till August 17 to enable devotees and citizens to get a final glimpse.

Modi also paid floral tributes to the departed soul.

Recalling a few instances of his “close association” with Pramukh Swami, Modi said Swami once asked him to address a gathering of saints of the Swaminarayan sect at a temple in Ahmedabad upon which he’d express his surprise, saying what were they (saints) going to gain from him.

“When I said this to Pramukh Swami, he said, no, the saints should know about the social reality as they have to work to take the society in the right direction,” Modi added.

The Prime Minister also recalled Yogiji Maharaj, who initiated Pramukh Swami into Swaminarayan sect, and said the latter established an example on how a disciple should be.

“We have known Pramukh Swami as a guru. But looking at him, one also understands how a disciple should be,” Modi said, as he recounted an instance of how Pramukh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid floral tributes to Pramukh Swami Maharaj. (File Photo)

Swami fulfilled the desire of his guru by constructing the Akshardham temple on the bank of Yamuna river in Delhi.

“Long back, while strolling on Yamuna river bank, Yogiji expressed desire to Pramukh Swami to have a temple constructed on Yamuna bank.

It was a desire informally expressed. After he passed away, as a disciple, Pramukh Swami constructed Akshardham to fulfil his desire,” Modi said.

Modi said after he became the (Gujarat) Chief Minister, Pramukh Swami would

‘India media stirring up negative sentiments’ Pakistan invites India for talks

BEIJING, Aug 15 (PTI): An article in a Chinese daily today blamed the Indian media of “stirring up” negative sentiments in people’s mind about its ties with Beijing and “overstating contradictions” in the backdrop of Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi’s recent visit to New Delhi.

The Global Times opinion ‘Indian media should view Beijing-Delhi ties constructively’ said the press on both sides should be cautious about attempts by the West to drive a “wedge” between the two countries.

“While the Indian government is treating its relations with Beijing rationally, the country’s media and public opinion are busy stirring up negative sentiments. They tend to attach more attention to divergences while overstating contradictions between the two,” it said.

Mr Yi paid visited India last week. As a number of media outlets reported, the tour was focused on cooperation over the upcoming G20

were gunned down and the other two are still firing from the house,” a police officer told IANS. Much of Srinagar has been under curfew continuously almost for five weeks since the killing of a militant commander on July 8 sparked widespread protests, leaving 56 people dead and thousands injured.

Restrictions were tighter on Monday as separatists had called for pro-freedom protests to mark the Independence Day. The main official function was held at Bakhshi stadium near Lal Chowk in Srinagar amid tight security. Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti hoisted the national flag and

certain puzzles left unresolved in the bilateral relationship,” it said.

The article praised the efforts being made by both the governments to address the issues in bilateral ties. “Thanks to the efforts of governments from both parties, the two nations have been enhancing collaboration and promoting more communications and mechanisms over bilateral and regional issues.

The article said that words like ‘invasion’ or ‘transgression’ were often used by them to describe Beijing without naming sources, and that “the ‘China threat theory’ has been hyped up by them from time to time”.

“Clearly, the Indian media has not yet learned to see the considerable potential of the bilateral relationships with a constructive mind-set,” it said, adding, “It is important for the Indian media to remember that development and prosperity are needed by both sides and they need a stable environment for that, it said.

Islamabad, Aug 15 (PTI): Pakistan today invited India for talks on Kashmir, saying it is the “international obligation” of both the countries to resolve the issue, notwithstanding India’s insistence that it would talk on “contemporary and relevant” issues in Indo-Pak relations.

Foreign Office spokesman Nafees Zakaria said in a statement that Indian High Commissioner Gautam Bambawale was called to hand over a letter of invitation for talks.

“The Foreign Secretary called in the Indian High Commissioner this afternoon (15 August 2016) and handed over a letter addressed to his Indian counterpart, inviting him to visit Pakistan for talks on Jammu and Kashmir dispute that has been the main bone of contention between India and Pakistan,” Zakaria said.

The invitation was extended amid tension in bilateral ties due to the war of words between the two nations over

the issue. “The letter highlights the international obligation of both the countries, India and Pakistan, to resolve the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, in accordance with the UN Security Council resolutions,” the statement said.

Pakistan’s advisor on foreign affairs said last week that a conference of envoys of Pakistan earlier this month had agreed that Pakistan seek talks with India.

The invite came days after Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh addressed Parliament on the Kashmir issue and said that India was willing to discuss only Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) with Pakistan, and that the question of discussing Jammu and Kashmir with Islamabad just does not arise.

India also vir tually turned down Pakistan’s proposal that it would invite India for a dialogue on J&K and made it clear that it would talk on “contemporary and relevant” issues in Indo-Pak relations.

ask him for the videos of his speeches which he’d listen and call him up to say that “you should not have used these words (referring to certain words used in his speeches).” “(Pramukh Swami) taught me things that even my political guru did not teach me,” the Prime Minister said.

Modi said Swami also knew a lot of things about him through intuition, as he recalled an instance of being called by him to Akshardham temple in Delhi during the time of its construction. The Prime

Minister said Pramukh Swami knew he had no money in his pocket and asked a disciple Brahmbihari Swami to pay him the money. “I actually had no money in my pocket at that time,” he said.

Modi further recalled how he received a call from Pramukh Swami -- and his mother -- in 1992 when he was at Srinagar airport in Jammu and Kashmir after unfurling a tricolour amidst tense situation at Lal Chowk.

The Prime Minister further said, “Swamiji assured ‘Swaminarayan will do all good’. I was amazed in receiving his call and his caring words amidst such tension. The other call that I had received that day was of my mother.”

Modi also remembered how two years ago he managed to persuade Swamiji to take food when he received a call from his disciples that he had given up on eating and his health was deteriorating.

“He accepted my request and I was told that he has started taking food. Such was the bond that we shared,” the Prime Minister added.

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ike some parts of the country, Nagaland has been experiencing torrential rains which caused flash flood that damaged several vital roads in far flung areas including portions of Dimapur-Kohima road. The condition of roads is one thing but the failure of the department responsible in rushing to restore links is another. When the state is reeling under severe economic crisis and where the lot of the economically weaker and weakest sections of society find they can hardly meet their normal expenses, such disruptions only add to their woes when prices of various commodities shoot up. One of the factors for poor progress in economic development, has been the condition of the roads that have become like clogged arteries of the economic circulatory system. Over and above the fact that 90% of the state depends on arterial roads, the disruption has worsened the landlocked condition. Though Dimapur is well connected with the rest of the country through rail, road and air; over the decades, there has also been a gradual decline in growth. The deplorable road conditions in Nagaland has preceded the state’s reputation but there has been very little effort in resolving the matter. First, the government and department involved in the past, did not take serious efforts to ensure that quality of construction met the specified standard. A few roads constructed over fifteen years back are still in good condition if not better than roads constructed two or three years back. This alone proves that had quality been ensured, roads in Nagaland wouldn’t have been what they are today. Unfortunately, government functionaries especially ministers etc refuse to admit the truth. Instead, people are made to believe (because politicians have convinced themselves) that the fault lay with the central government for not providing maintenance fund( from year-one till year-five). This specious argument is certainly not only debatable, but reveals lack of responsibility. Under this argument, roads in Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Manipur should have been as deplorable as the roads in Nagaland. What is worse, is that the Schedule of Rate (SoR) for construction used to be way above the pendency of the rate when the work order was issued or used to rise abnormally very high under the plea of cost escalation. This is another ploy to review the SoR agreed and hike up the budget. All these lead to strong suspicions that there are kickbacks (which have become more of the rule than the exception), while the quality does not change in proportion to the increased rate.

District authorities, village authorities and public have to play their role with regard to good quality workmanship and not only when it comes to political or social issues. Public have a right and also responsibility to act in a positive way. Perhaps, the BRTF could also come out with a proper technical solution to the problems and apply its mind to cope up with the situation. Unless proper attention is given to roads, the economic burden upon public will remain heavy; at a time when economic development is the watchword.

DailyDevotion The Evidence of the New Birth

You must be born again. —John 3:7 The answer to Nicodemus’ question, “How can a man be born when he is old?” is: Only when he is willing to die to everything in his life, including his rights, his virtues, and his religion, and becomes willing to receive into himself a new life that he has never before experienced (John 3:4). This new life exhibits itself in our conscious repentance and through our unconscious holiness.

“But as many as received Him…” (John 1:12). Is my knowledge of Jesus the result of my own internal spiritual perception, or is it only what I have learned through listening to others? Is there something in my life that unites me with the Lord Jesus as my personal Savior? My spiritual history must have as its underlying foundation a personal knowledge of Jesus Christ. To be born again means that I see Jesus. “…unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God ” (John 3:3). Am I seeking only for the evidence of God’s kingdom, or am I actually recognizing His absolute sovereign control? The new birth gives me a new power of vision by which I begin to discern God’s control. His sovereignty was there all the time, but with God being true to His nature, I could not see it until I received His very nature myself.

“Whoever has been born of God does not sin…” (1 John 3:9). Am I seeking to stop sinning or have I actually stopped? To be born of God means that I have His supernatural power to stop sinning. The Bible never asks, “Should a Christian sin?” The Bible emphatically states that a Christian must not sin. The work of the new birth is being effective in us when we do not commit sin. It is not merely that we have the power not to sin, but that we have actually stopped sinning. Yet 1 John 3:9 does not mean that we cannot sin— it simply means that if we will obey the life of God in us, that we do not have to sin.

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espected moderator, honorable leaders of various civil societies and Churches, distinguished guests, dear fellow workers, ladies and gentlemen gathered here, I would like to say thank you to all of you for joining us on this joyous Independence Day celebration. I also give greetings of this historic day to all the people of Nagalim in the precious name of our Lord Savior Jesus Christ.

At the very outset, I pay homage to those heroes and martyrs of the cause of ‘Nagalim for Christ.’ I give my revolutionary salute to all comrades-in-common cause and also to the revolutionary people of far and near who are also struggling for their future.

We talk of freedom and independence not only because we love it, but also mainly because it is an indispensable part of our individual as well as social life. Freedom is an inherent right of an individual and people to be recognized. NSCN is undoubtedly for the freedom that chooses future of the Nagas; it is for the freedom that chooses peace and progress in the land, not war and the freedom that builds bridges among people and nations, not walls. It has chosen the freedom to worship the living God, not idols, the freedom to live together as one people, and freedom to decide the future of the Nagas by the Naga themselves, not by others. This Independence Day is a landmark in Naga history. It is the stamp of Naga nationhood and the legacy of free Nagas ever to be remembered by all generations.

However, this great day needs to be recognized by the aggressor states and the world community as well.

Nagas were once divided in the line of village-states and tribe and so they glorified the concept of village-ism and tribalism. In course of time, they developed into one people and one nation through the spirit of Nagalim for Christ. Nagalim for Christ is the guiding principle and the uniting point for all Nagas. It is the spirit of Naga nationhood. However, we are witnessing some people, who are still being infected with the virus of tribalism and divisionism.

They do not see the Nagas as one people of the same country, same culture, same identity, same history and same political concept, but view

them from enemies’ perspective.

Speaking in the colonial divisive language, they call the Nagas as Burma Nagas, Indian Nagas, Nagaland Nagas, Manipur Nagas, Assam Nagas and Arunachal Nagas. This is a psychological roadblock to the oneness of Naga people. To us, the Nagas are one and there is no adjective to qualify them and that there is no white Nagas or black Nagas.

The enemies can divide the Nagas for some time, but they can never divide them forever. The enemies can kill thousands or hundreds of thousands Nagas, but they can never kill the living spirit of Nagalim for Christ. This invincible spirit will outfight the aggressors and outlive the killers.

Many people are misinformed or dis-informed by the false preachers that ‘Nagas are asking for sovereignty from India’ and ‘sovereignty is indivisible.’ Based on the universal principle of democracy, government of India (GoI) has clearly spelled out that sovereignty of the Nagas lies with the Naga people and the sovereignty of India lies with the Indian people.

For the first time in history, the GoI has recognized the sovereignty of the Nagas. One school of thought states that ‘sovereignty is indivisible’ so it justifies absolute monarchy whereas another school of thought speaks of ‘pluralism of sovereignty.’ All the nation-states today are built upon the concept of the latter. Shared-sovereignty is a matter of mutual agreement founded on the objective reality of national necessity of the two people. Now the question is how sovereignty is to be materialized.

Like energy that transforms into goods so sovereignty has to be implemented in all fields for converting it into material developments. The plebiscite conducted in 1951 speaks of assertion of the stand of the Nagas on sovereignty whereas the Framework Agreement of 3 August 2015 speaks of the recognition of sovereignty of the Nagas.

Interdependent relationship of everything is the law of creation.

Everything is interconnected and that nothing exists in total isolation.

The Framework Agreement speaks of co-existence of the two recognized entities. The architects of the Framework Agreement foresee that

both of them will be placed in a secured position politically, militarily and commercially when they walk together and act together as partner in all fields than forced union of the two people inimical to each other.

The future of both the parties lies in the principle of interdependent relationship of the two entities, as it is so with others. Like it or not India and Nagas are unavoidably interrelated and interdependent.

The Framework Agreement reaffirms the unique history and position of the Nagas as mutually agreed upon. The nation state of a people is the child of their history.

As Esau of old had sold out his history to his younger brother Jacob so he bequeathed dead history to his posterities. It was the children of Jacob, who inherited the Promised Land according to their history.

The Nagas have never ever sold out their history. We are the proud sons and daughters of the living history inherited from our fathers.

Thus, the fate of the Nagas will be decided according to their history.

A nation can never be built upon the foundation of a dead history.

Integration of all Naga territories is a natural necessity, not a choice. The Nagas have been languishing in the hands of the dominant communities in different administrative units for decades. We can assuredly say that addressing only the present grievances of the Nagas overlooking the future is no solution because that does not touch the heart of the matter. Integration of all Naga territories under one political umbrella is the legitimate right of the Nagas, which no power can stop.

Government of India said Nagalim was an integral part of India. It has now admitted the fact that land and its resources above and below the land totally belong to the Nagas. It is a paradigm shift. No tax campaign against the British government launched by Haibu Jadonang, submission of Memorandum to the Simon Commission, declaration of Independence Day and the conduct of plebiscite are all self-assertion of the right and political stands of the Nagas. Problem will ever persist until and unless the aggressors recognize our identity, sovereign right, history, and land. Hence, the Framework Agreement is the

official agreement signed between GoI and the Nagas represented by NSCN on the basis of mutual respect and recognition of rights.

On the eve of entering the Promised Land, the Lord commanded Joshua to circumcise the uncircumcised young people. Circumcision means renewal of body, mind and spirit. The Nagas are now at the final phase of negotiation ready to enter the last stage of nation building. All Nagas without exception must politically, mentally and spiritually be prepared for the era the good Lord has given to them. In spite of oppositions here and there, I firmly believe that the Nagas can overcome because the era of the Nagas, the time of the Nagas and the century of the Nagas has begun. We are not alone because heaven and earth are with us; the international community is with us; the Church is with us; the land we have been defending for is on our side; the blood of the martyrs shed for the cause is pleading for us and the revolutionary band, the Nazirites of the Nagas are there ready to fight for us. No force on earth can stop us from moving forward because the era of the Naga people has begun.

A nation is born through political movement. India and Burma are the handiworks of their politics. We should not nurture the wishful thinking of building Nagalim by foreign politics. Nagalim should be built and developed by the Naga politics and run by it.

The National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN) is built upon the foundation of Naga national principle, politics, programs and policies. It is people-based and future-oriented. Hence, the future of the Nagas is securely placed and well protected under the leadership of NSCN. We will march on even if reactionaries try to pull back the wheels of the movement. No one should doubt about it that NSCN is the standard-bearer. It will never betray God, the Author of Naga history. It will never betray the people, the center of Naga politics and the cause. Thank you.

Kuknalim!

Speech of Rh. Raising, kilo kilonser at chq, hebron.

Dear countrymen, Today, as we observe the 70th Nagaland independence day, I thank Almighty God who bestowed us our nation and continued to protect with love and care to this day. With this, I extend my heartfelt greetings to our people on this solemn occasion as it coincides with Sunday, a day for dedication and prayer to God. For our nation, we pay our respect and honour to the great leaders who pioneered to bring the Nagas once scattered, together as one family.

Also salute to those patriots who suffered and sacrificed their lives in defence of our country. I on behalf of the Federal Government of Nagaland, extend gratitude to all national workers of the Naga National Council and Federal Government of Nagaland for their dedication and sacrifices up to this day and to our people in general, who steadfastly uphold the Naga national right.

Nevertheless, for seventy years Nagas have been endlessly suffering in the hands of Indian occupational armed forces. People who lack integrity were bribed to go against the government to weaken it. One of the recent Indian acts of notoriety is forcing the innocent Naga public to obtain Indian citizenship card called ‘adhaar’ card, without which our people are denied to avail facilities even on payment for their daily utilities such as cooking gas, telephone and banking service etc, whereas, it is voluntary for genuine Indians. Unfortunately this cannot make a Naga an Indian or a Mongolian an Aryan.

Over the past few years our land has been plagued by extortionist so-called government of factional groups who made peace agreement with India but peace is not found amongst themselves and with the people. There can be only one government for a nation; that is universal truth and Biblical truth known to all and everyone; perpetrators and propagators of such multiple governments in the land are folling themselves by trying to fool others. The Federal Government of Nagaliand is aware and concerned for its people and deals accordingly with diligence.

Though we live in the midst of turmoil caused in our land by aggressor India, we have overcome all hurdles and could uphold our national right. Eli Adinno Phizo, president NNC said, “let us be wary and vigilant against all evil..”, she also said “there is no problem for unity but the problem is with those who breake it.” I am sure everyone is wary of the evil and now is time to move forward for a brighter future of our people as one family. And for which, my appeal goes to those who had done wrong in the past to refrain from repeating wrong doing.

With these brief words, I conclude with the appeal that we all pray in spirit that God may grant mercy for our iniquities and protect us from evil. May God bless Nagaland. Kuknalim.

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NNC FGN celebrates 70th Naga Independence Day

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nder the leadership of Brig (Retd) S Singnya Kedahge and Zhopra Vero Kedallo NNC/FGN Sumi region celebrates 70th Naga Independence Day on 14th Aug 2016. The Naga National Flag hoisted by the Chief Guest Eno Mughato Yeputhomi Dy/ Kilonser FGN, programme conducted by Eno Vikihe Zhimomi Midan peyu Sumi region and Independence speech delivered

by Eno Ghuvishe V Zhimomi Cabinet Secretary on behalf of Brig (Retd) S Singnya Kedahge to the Federal Government of Nagaland.

Dear countrymen, On this day, the 14th of August 2016, the Federal Government of Nagaland greets all Naga citizens on this historic occasion of the 70th Naga Independence Day. We are grateful to Almighty God for His continued protection, guiding hand and substenance. The same spirit of Nationalism that guided our pioneers and forebears will continue to lead us to our destined place in the sun.

The Federal Government of Nagaland has always stood frim and resolute on the ‘’historical and political rights of the Nagas.’’ The foundation upon which we stand is reinforced by every move we make and every step we take. We will continue to walk the same path. As the

Nation pays our homage to all those patriots who are no more with us today, we hold onto the same belief with those who willingly sacrificed their lives in the course of their National duty believing that one day Nagas without any territorial limit will be free from the powers that sought to throttle the voice of freedom and liberty. Today we hear the voices of those opposed to us and try to manipulate our destiny and many people in the name of modernity and advancement consider us as fools and dreamers in pursuit of an unrealistic and impossible dream. However, we are ready to be considered as fools for what we believe to be right and be called by names for Naga historical and political rights to be preserved and guarded.

The language of modernity has diluted the Naga language of SOVEREIGNTY. For us Sovereignty is an absolute term, Sovereignty cannot be partial and that through power can be shared Sovereignty cannot be shared. We fight for a Sovereignty that will resonate within us, a nation having complete freedom to shape and decide our own destiny and policy, a freedom no longer under any powers trying to dominate and take advantage of situations to suit their vested interests.

The NNC/FGN reiterates that anything short of political sov-

ereignty would be a treachery to our people and the Naga Cause and a betrayal to the blood of the thousands of lives that have been sacrificed for the Naga Nation.

In the last seven decades, our lands without our knowledge or consent have been divided and fragmented and our National Movement demean to that of secessionist movement and an insurgency. On top of all these, Draconian laws which have no place in other parts of any modern civilized society like Disturbed Area Act under the Armed Forces Special Power Act of 1958 is continued to be imposed in the Naga inhabited areas to suppress and throttle the cry for freedom and under the protection of this cat the Indian Army continues to perpetrate inhuman and barbaric atrocities on our people. The continued imposition of such absolete laws also depicts the harsh reality of how the so called largest democracy in the world is oppressing a small neighbouring nations with all its might and forcefully occupying it, much against the will and wishes of the people and of how peace is prevailing in our land. The desire of the Nagas to live in peaceful coexistence with our neighbours should not be construed as a sign of weakness and we cannot afford to allow the powers that be to buy time to destroy the very fabrics of

our innate rights.

We have chosen the path of our great and visionary leaders, pioneers and predecessors and we have never lost sight of what they have laid for us. Had it not been for the declaration of our Independence on this very day in 1947, where would we be today? And had it not been for the Naga Plebiscite of 1951 and had we not put our thumb impressions to say ‘’we are Nagas and not Indians’’ and we will forever be free without the interference of any external nation, what we will be today?

The historic declaration and the momentous action exhibit our historical and political rights before the whole world. As such, the NNC/FGN holds these twin planks as the foundation pillars movement and our unassailable right.

The NNC/FGN stands to preserve the long cherished dream of the Nagas. For this very reason the NNC/FGN has embarked on ‘ A Journey of Common Hope’ initiated by the Forum for Naga Reconciliation with other Naga Political Groups. Our stand is clear. We have committed ourselves to the reconciliation among the Naga Political Groups to hammer out our differences so that we can harbour on our common goal, namely, the Naga historical and political rights and making it stand at the forefront of our

political movement. We will sail with full trust, honour our commitment and the trust that our people has reposed in us.

We have the will power that is mightier than the military weapons or the economic power with which the Nagas have to often been oppressed and lured with.

Our will power is our strength as it has always been and will continue to be. Our unity and our resolute decision to carry on as one people is the legacy that we can leave to the future generations.

The NNC/FGN notes with regret the erosion of our good traditional values and culture which are being supplanted by alien cultures. It is a matter of concern that our good traditional values of hard work, honesty, simplicity and social moral values which we cherish are fast disappearing from our society and we have adopted many alien cultures.

Our existence, our religious practices and even our food habits appears to be in danger of being overridden by alien ethos, cultures, food habits and religious belief and practices if the present indications are anything to go by. Our tribal culture of living in harmony with nature is gradually being overtaken by consumerism which is evident in the massive destruction of our green forests.

The age old practice of exploit-

Towards a new dawn in Nagaland

(From previous issue) Nagaland faces an acute crunch with regard to power. As against its own installed capacity of 26.34 MW, the State’s current peak demand is 120 MW. This is met from the NE grid. However, in view of difficult terrain and adverse weather conditions, there are problems in transmission and the supply of power is very irregular. Also, seventy five of its villages/ habitations are yet to be electrified.

Road connectivity remains one of the biggest hurdles to the State’s development. Of the total road length of 12032 kms, 828kms are National Highways and are maintained either by the Border Roads Organisation or the State PWD. Of the remaining 11204 kms, 7673kms remain unsurfaced making them near inaccessible during the monsoon months.

The narrative above clearly brings out the two most important factors that stand in the way of all round development of Nagaland-poor infrastructure and idle manpower. It is also obvious that these cannot be

tackled with the current level of funding, including Central assistance, available with the State Government. It is, therefore, suggested that as part of the final settlement of the Naga problem, Government of India constitute an Expert Group under the Niti Ayog to recommend a special economic package for the State to overcome the problems of poor infrastructure and unemployment.

India’s Act East Policy and its implications for the North East and Nagaland: At the 12th ASEAN-India Summit held in Myanmar in November 2014, the Prime Minister announced India’s resolve to transform its Look East Policy to Act East Policy.

One of the main pillars of this policy shift would be enhanced connectivity between India and the ASEAN countries, not just by land and sea but also by air. Institutional, digital and people-to-people connectivity was to be the other pillar of the policy. This would mean free movement of people; particularly professionals; creation of

regional value chains to increase economic inter-dependence for mutual benefits and recognition of each other’s educational qualifications and degrees and such like. Once this policy gets implemented fully, the North East in general and Nagaland in particular will witness heightened economic activities with businessmen and multi-national companies coming in to the region in large number along with scholars, students and tourists.

There is a genuine fear that this may lead to a submergence of local identities, inter-marriages among local girls and outsiders and religious conversions. Any final accord on the Naga political problem, therefore, should take cognizance of this likely problem and provide adequate safeguards.

Naga Aspirations and Changing Reality: Like all indigenous peoples of the world, the Nagas had a dream and an ideal. This does not mean that today’s generation in Nagaland is averse to change. It has been witnessing the emergence of India as a

global economic and political super power and wants to be part of this success story. For nearly sixty years, the Nagas have learned to live with the reality of Indian democracy, participating, in record numbers, in election after election and braving bullets in the process. By and large, they are inclined to shed their past ideological baggage and face up to reality. All they want after years of violence and bloodshed is peace in and development of their beautiful homeland. This provides the Government of India with a unique opportunity to at last find a lasting solution to the Naga political problem. This is possible, if it is approached in a fraternal spirit as a dispute in the family and resolved with a sense of pragmatism and benevolent accommodation by the big brother. It may be prudent for all concerned parties to learn from the following sage saying: “We may not be able to change the direction of the wind but then we can always adjust our sails.”

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ing the natural resources for our needs to the present exploitation of this resources for commercial purposes is unfortunate. We have to be every watchful and not complacent so that we are not overwhelmed and totally submerged by the tidal waves around us. We must stay strong and focused.

Today, we celebrate with pride and honour those who have made the supreme sacrifice for the National cause for it is because of them we can stand up with pride today in the midst of all the trials and difficulties.

To all who have stood steadfast, I congratulate you. My special salute goes to the dedication and sacrifice you have made.

As we celebrate this historic day, I wish to acknowledge and put on record my appreciation and gratitude to all our people who are praying for and observing this day throughout the world. We ought not to take pride nor rest on our laurels for the strenuous journey we have undertaken thus far because much is still required of us.

Let us rededicate ourselves today to what we all hold dear, right and true till we reach our destination and attain our rightful peace among the Nation of the world.

God bless you and KUKNALIM Issued by MIP NNC/FGN

Reader’s Post

Appeal to minister Social Wellfare Kohima Sir,

In the interest of public, I on behalf of the differently able person would like to know from the concern authority in regards with this matter: 1. Invalid pension: It has been three four years, that we the disable are not paid. When inquired from the department “next month ahibi”, this next month ahibi has passed for three four years again fund not available now, this is the only Scheme where disable are benefited in our state. Is it the Central Govt. or State Govt. not releasing the fund, we want to know, when will this be paid and if fund is not available, is it the State Govt. or Central Govt. responsibility?

2. When human being grow old something in his/her body failed like, hearing, seeing, etc. they are also disable because some organs are failed, as per the rules, Old Age people are to pay Rs. 300 per month. i.e Rs 3600 a year but they are getting Rs. 2400 only, where has this Rs. 1200 gone, we would like to know, when will this be pay in full amount.

We are grateful to the govt. that Schemes and Avenue are been provided to our people, but when provided it should be in order not in otherwise.

Vitsolie Kesiezie, President, Northern Angami Handicapped Union (NAHU)

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

State awardees on Independence Day Adult, Directorate of School Education.

3. Team Metamorphosis, NGO, Wokha.

4. Dr. Zasekuolie Chusi, Nodal Officer, Directorate of Veterinary and A.H, Nagaland.

5. Imtitoshi, Jr. Er. (Electrical), Transmission Division, Kohima.

6. R. Vikram Ezung NPS, SP, Tuensang.

7. Shouka Kakheto, NPS, Addl. DCP, Dimapur.

8. Tekasong Jamir, NPS, ADC, Pungro, Kiphire.

9. Wennyei Konyak, NCS, ADC, Noklak, Tuensang 10. K. Mhathung Tsanglao, NCS, ADC, Noklak, Tuensang.

Governor’s Awards 2016 in the field of Arts, Music and Literature who will be receiving their Awards on the occasion of Republic Day 2017: 1. Neivotuo Keyho, Ar t (Sculptor).

2. Sandemo Ngullie, Art (Cartoonist).

3. Abiogenesis (Band), Music (Folk Fusion).

4. Nikolo Tsuzu, Literature.

5. Medo Vizo, Literature.

6. T. Senka Ao, Literature.

Governor’s Commendation Certificate Awardees on the occasion of Independence Day, 2016:

India’s indigenous pioneering ultra supercritical tech for power units power generating company NTPC Ltd, Rs 234 crore from IGCAR and Rs 100 crore from the Department of Science and Technology (DST).

The Indian government has proposed a National Mission for the Development of Ultra Supercritical Technology for thermal power plants as the ninth such under the National Action Plan for Climate Change under the guidance of R. Chidambaram, the government’s Principal Scientific Adviser.

As per plans, the IGCAR will develop the material for 800 MW AUSC boiler that can operate at a pressure of 310 bar (a measure of steam pressure) and at a temperature of 710 degrees centigrade. Power equipment major BHEL will design and manufacture the boiler and other equipment while power generator NTPC will be the end user to produce power.

Expressing his happiness at the sanction of funds Bhaduri said: “We have taken this challenging project and would complete the mission.” When asked about the 800 MW capacity instead of higher one like 1,000 MW, Bhaduri said: “The capacity was decided taking into

account factors like cost to power ratio and others.”

According to him, once the first 800 MW AUSC boiler powered thermal power plant starts operations the capacity may be re-evaluated.

He said NTPC will decide on the location of the 800 MW AUSC boiler power plant. It will be in one of the locations where NTPC has power plants powered by super critical boilers.

According to Bhaduri, 10 pre-project activities were taken up for research on specific gap areas. “We have now come to a stage where research and development for the finalisation of the design of the plant could be started from a higher platform,” he added. According to him, all the aspects of a power plant -- boiler, turbine and balance of plant -- have been taken into consideration.

“We are also developing Indian industries for supply of components for the plant,” he said. “We have optimised the usage of an existing one so that they perform well at high temperature. The boiler tubes tested have shown better properties than internationally available,” Bhaduri remarked.

DIMAPUR: Mediethaza Marketing Shed at Leshemi village under Pfutsero Sub Division, was inaugurated on August 6, by class- I contractor Nagaland, Isaac Kronu.

The marketing shed was initiated by parliamentary secretary for planning & coordination, monitoring cell, evaluation and taxes Neiba Kronu for the benefit of the farmers and to encourage organic farming.

Speaking on the occasion, Isaac encouraged the farmers to make the best use of the provided facility and take it as an income generation point.

He also asked the farmers to sell fresh vegetables and other locally available products at reasonable price.

The uniqueness of the marketing shed is that travellers/commuters could choose any available vegetables or others items without the presence of the owner.

Price tag would be stick on every items and one can take the items even during late hour journey by paying the amount on the provided box set aside.

(From p-1) While the economy of the state was growing faster than the national average, he said people should not forget that the overwhelming part of this growth rate was financed by the Government of India.

On health, social welfare and other sectors, the state chief minister, T.R. Zeliang, said for setting up medical college in Kohima an amount of Rs. 17.54 crore has been released for land compensation for 40 acres.

He also said the health and family welfare (H&FW) department was taking up various district hospital infrastructures up-gradation in a phased manner.

Further, Zeliang said the H&FW department was in the process of rolling out Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RBSY) through which all BPL families and senior citizens would be provided cashless treatment from the empanelled hospitals in the state.

Under rural development, he said the department has so far issued 4.25 lakh job cards under MGNREGA and a total of 218.88 lakh man days of employment was generated during 2015-2016.

Under prime minister Awas Yojana (PMAY), 1,695 houses were constructed during 2015-16 and under nation-

al Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), 1715 women SHGs have been formed with a total saving of Rs. 1.8 crores.

He said 1573 SHGs was provided with Rs. 2.36 crores as revolving fund during 201516 and an amount of Rs. 24 crores was released to the VDBs grant-in-aid during 2015-16.

The chief minister congratulated the citizens of the state for steadfastly supporting the path of development.

He further appealed to all responsible to renew the pledge to set aside all the differences and prejudices and work with a single mind towards making Nagaland a peaceful, developed and Prosperous state of this great country.

Rajya Sabha MP, legislators, senior government officials, NPF president Dr. Shurhozelie, civil society organisations and others attended the celebration programme.

The celebration also witnessed cultural presentations by Yachumaro cultural group, Harmonic voices, Nagaland adolescent girls club and Angami Students Union choir. Altogether, 15 parade contingents including one contingent from 4th IR Bn, Arunachal Pradesh and six contingents from various schools took part in the march-past.

Dimapur Press Club members with the staffs and students of Spastic Society of St. MMHSS, Dimapur.

DIMAPUR: Dimapur Press Club (DPC) as part of its social service had visited visited the Spastic Society of St. Mary’s Montessori and Higher Secondary School (SMMHS), Dimapur, which currently schools 29 children with two teachers on August 15.Principal of SMMHS Neena Dutta in her brief highlight of the Spastic Society said that the existing Spastic Society was a dream of her late husband who had envisioned to provide equal learning space to the differently-abled children in

DIMAPUR: Capacity building training for Village Disable People’s Organization (VDPOs) was organised at Changtongya town on August 11. The training was organised by Grace Society, Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) programme at its office. Altogether around 25 people representing leaders and members from 8 VDPO units had participated at the capacity building training.

The main objective of the event was to train Differently Abled Person to know about different rights and to stand for them. It was also initiated to inform them about various opportunities to earn their livelihood as well economic empowerment and independence.

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Attari (Punjab), Aug 15 (IANS): Border guards of India and Pakistan on Monday exchanged pleasantries and sweets at the Attari-Wagah joint checkpost to mark India’s 70th Independence Day. A special cultural function was organised by the Indian authorities at the joint check post, some 30 km from Amritsar, where the national flag was hoisted in the morning and the symbolic Retreat ceremony,that saw a gathering of thousands of people, was conducted in the evening.

Before the Retreat ceremony that includes the lowering of national flags and closing of the border gates on both sides, senior Border Security Force (BSF) officials exchanged sweets with their Pakistani counterparts, a BSF officer here told IANS. They also hugged and shook hands with one another for a few minutes, he said.

A day earlier, the Pakistan Rangers also exchanged sweets on the occasion of their Independence Day.

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In a close knit programme, the students of Spastic Society presented dance through the patriotic song ‘Vande Mataram’ and a musical dance.

DPC President Moa Longkumar and former DPC General Secretary Paudi Rentta addressed the staffs of SMMHS and students on behalf of the DPC. Commemorating the 70th Independence Day, the DPC distributed gifts and goodies to the Spastic Society and the students.

India, Pak border guards exchange sweets at Wagah

VDPOs capacity Hepatitis awareness programme held in SCHE Dimapur Settlement in the interest of all: CM building training

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C h e n n ai , A u g 1 5 (IANS): A pioneering indigenous technology for coalfired power plants, which requires less fuel, delivers greater efficiency and is a tad cleaner, will be ready in four years -- possibly ahead of other countries in the race.

Revealing this to IANS in an interview, Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR) Director Arun Kumar Bhaduri said: “The research, development and design phases of the 800 MW advanced ultra supercritical (AUSC) boiler for coal power plant will be ready by 2019-2020.”

The timeline for the construction of an actual 800 MW power plant with AUSC boiler would depend on the regulatory approvals for the plant design and the funding of the plant construction, he added. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a proposal for the research and development of AUSC technology for thermal power plants at an estimated cost of Rs 1,554 crore (over $230 million).

The central gover nment will provide one-time budgetary support -- by the Department of Heavy Industry (DHI) -- of Rs 900 crore spread over three years, commencing from 2017-18, to power equipment major Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL) to implement the R&D project.

There will be contributions of Rs 270 crore from BHEL, Rs 50 crore from

1. Hisinle Kent, Asst. Director, Dte. of Rural Development, Nagaland.

2. Chonpenthung Ezung, NCS, EAC, Pungro, Kiphire 3. James Khati, UDA. Dte. of Food & Civil Supplies, Nagaland.

4. Veduta Thira, NSS, Section Officer, Deptt. of School Edu. Nagaland Civil Secretariat.

5. Livitoli Sukhalu, NCS, EAC, Mokokchung.

6. Imtisangba Ao, UBSI, DEF, Mokokchung.

7. Nzanbemo. ASI, IGP(INT) Estt.

8. Zakiekhotuo Kiso, Superintendent Kohima Municipal Council.

9. Kekhrieletuo Yhome, Asst.

Plant protection Officer, DAO, Kohima.

10. Er. Penrithung Yanthan, E.Er. (Generation) Power, Kohima.

11. Er. Atoho Jakhalu, E.Er. (Transmission) Power, Kohima.

12. Sorenthung Lotha, Office Peon, Dte. of Women Resource Development.

13. C. Phuniang, NCS, EAC, Noklak HO, Tuensang.

14. Wonchio Odvuo, NCS, ADC, Shamator, Tuensang.

15. K. Furhesie Nyuwi, NCS, SDO(C), Chessoie, Tuensang.

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1. Er. Moanaro Longkumer, E. Er. PWD (R&B), Noklak Division.

2. Kavito Aomi, Inspector, Depot Section, Directorate of Food and Civil Supplies.

3. Alem Jongshi, NCS, Dy. Commissioner Tuensang.

4. Asher Kent, Fireman, Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Nagaland.

5. Satminlun Khongsai, Fireman, directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Nagaland.

6. Er. I. Hutoshe Ghushepu, Project Er. (PEP) and Nodal Officer, Alichen Division.

7. K. Soriso Yim, NPS, Asst.

Commandant, 10th NAP (IR), Zhadima.

8. Hingba Zeliang, ABI, 9th NAP (IR), Saijang.

9. John Tsulibe Sangtam, NCS, ADC, Meluri.

10. Chukapa Katiry, DB, Grade – I, Meluri.

President’s Police Medal for Gallantry announced on the occasion of Independence Day 2016: 1. Atu Zumvu, SDPO (South) Kohima.

Governor’s Gold Medal awardees announced on the occasion of Independence Day 2016 1. Awa Lorin, AEO, Office of the CEO, Kohima.

2. R. Ekonthung Lotha, Asst.

Director and Nodal Officer

Mediethaza marketing shed inaugurated

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DIMAPUR: Nagaland government has announced the list of awardees - President Police Medal, Governor’s Gold Medal and Governor’s Commendation Certificate to the following awardees on the 70th Independence Day celebration, DIPR stated.

Governor’s Gold Medal Awardees announced on the occasion of Independence Day 2015: 1. R. Mhabemo Mur r y, DB Grade – II, DC Office Wokha.

2. Sutonay Roy, Manager, Nagaland House Kolkata.

3. Kuholi Chishi, Principal, Dimapur Government College.

4. Veni Vese, NPS, SDPO Peren.

5. Rhinilo Keppen, UBSI, INT (Estt.).

6. Oponlumi Humtsoe, Addl.

SP, Vigilance and Anti Corruption.

7. Doshehe Y. Sema, Lt. Colonel (Territorial Army) and Former Minister.

8. Er. Sungtiba Amer, E. Er. Design, PWD (W and H).

9. Village Guards of Ukha, Changlangshu, Phuktong, Yakshu, Mopong HQ and Jakphang, Mon District.

Governor’s Gold Medal Awardees announced on the occasion of Republic Day 2016:

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world economy.

“Unfor tunately, our country missed the earlier economic revolutions took place in the world. European countries, America and others attracted huge benefits of the industrial revolution. Similarly, small countries like Japan, Korea and Taiwan took advantage of technological innovation revolution.

“China took full advantage of the third revolution of low-cost manufacturing but India missed to take benefits of these global economic changes,” he said.

“History never gives chance again and again but it appears that ‘Hindustan’ (India) has got another chance.

Over the past two years, despite the slow pace of global economic growth, India has emerged as one of the fastest growing economies..It’s time to think that where we are facing crises and how we can sort it out so as to emerge as an economic power,” said the senior BJP leader.

Jaitley also said reforms in taxation are inevitable for development and introduction of Good and Services Tax (GST) is a major step towards this direction.

He said this would help country’s economy with the global market.

Highlighting the challenges ahead, the minister said our infrastructure like roads, airports needs to be upgraded to world class standards.

He also asserted that businessmen have to develop a habit of paying tax, instead of saving tax, so that it could help contribute towards development

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The GST will mitigate cascading taxation and facilitate a common national market.

For the Bill to become a law, it has to be passed by at least 19 state Assemblies besides setting up a GST Council that will make recommendations on taxes to be subsumed, exemptions, rates, date from which GST would be levied on crude, high speed diesel, natural gas, aviation turbine fuel and petrol.

Explaining the rationale for their conclusion, the analysts point out that the present GST law does not include five petroleum items -- crude oil, natural gas, motor spirit, high speed diesel and aviation turbine fuel -- at present but would be included at a later date, while LPG, naphtha, kerosene, fuel oil etc are included.

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products as well as tobacco and liquor under its purview.

“The impact of the GST will be negative on the oil and gas industry due to the compliance with dual taxation regimes and non-creditable tax costs,” Icra analysts K Ravichandran, Prashant Vasisht and Anoop Bhatia say in the report.

Last week, Parliament passed the 122nd Constitution Amendment Bill 2014. While the Rajya Sabha passed the Bill on August 3, the Lok Sabha did the same on August 8.

The government hopes to roll out the new tax regime, which will subsume several Central (central excise, service tax, special additional duty of customs etc) and state (octroi, entry tax, value added tax, purchase tax etc) taxes into a single tax, from April 1, 2017.

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Mumbai, Aug 15 (PTI): The oil and gas sector will not gain from the goods and service tax (GST) and will lose out due to compliance with dual taxation regimes and non-creditable tax costs, says a report.

The GST law in its present form excludes a major portion of the oil and gas industry products thereby excluding the industry from most of the benefits of the one-tax-one-nation proposal. Not just that, the new taxation regime will impose an additional burden on the industry due to compliance to a dual tax regime, said a report by the domestic rating agency.

Profitability of the industry could also be modestly hit because of tax-related under recoveries, Icra warned.

The new tax law does not seek to include oil and gas

government clearance and other clearances but if they do not get permission from local bodies like municipality or panchayat the entire procedure becomes worthless, he said.

“Reform is required at the lower level (civic bodies) along with Centre and state efforts to improve ease of doing business,” Jaitley stressed.

The minister also said India missed to take advantage of earlier global economic revolutions but now is emerging as the fastest growing economy despite recessionary trends in the

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that will do things differently will be able to expand their market share. In this respect, I think, private banks have much greater flexibility,” the eminent economist said .

“Public sector banks are somewhat burdened by their past legacy. They (public sector banks) have to show the same flexibility in the way to use new technology, otherwise, they lose market share,” he said.

“It is good they are going to be put under pressure, they need to think what are the innovative ways they can handle in this situation,” Ahluwalia said on the sidelines of the Globsyn Business School Brand Summit organised by the school’s alumni association.

Speaking about digitisation, he said it is not only increasing productivity but also leading to disruption of the existing business model.

RAIPUR, Aug 15 (PTI): Union finance minister Arun Jaitley on Sunday called for reforms at municipal and panchayat levels to complement the efforts of the Centre and the states to improve ease of doing business.

Both the Centre and the states’ steps to promote ease of doing business will only be successful when it will percolate down to civic bodies as well, Jaitley said at a seminar in Durg district headquarters.

If investors wish to invest, they had to go through environment clearance, state

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Kolkata, Aug 15 (IANS): In the era of technology-based digital banking services, the public sectors banks have to show more flexibility in using new technology, otherwise they will lose market share, Montek Singh Ahluwalia, former Deputy Chairman of the erstwhile Planning Commission of India, said on Sunday. “The existence of mutually supported ecosystem of Jan Dhan, mobile telephony, the regulatory changes that the Reserve Bank of India has made in order to allow banks to operate, and Aadhar system which allows remote authentication of identity ... all these taken together essentially enable banks to conduct business without any person-to-person interface or people coming to bank. “Now, for banks to evolve to compete in this space they have to do things differently. And those

Oil, gas industry to lose out heavily from GST: Icra

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley with Chief Justice of India TS Thakur during At Home on 70th Independence Day at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Monday. (PTI)

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to 3 weeks.

Registration of companies, which used to take six months is now being done in 24 hours. “In last July, more than 900 registration of companies has been done,” he said.

Government’s emphasis on non-polluting renewable energy has meant that generation from wind has gone up by 40 per cent in last one year and that from solar by as much as 16 per cent.

“This is not an incremental change but a high jump. We want to increase to quantum jump,” he said, adding, laying of transmission lines, to transport electricity from production sites to consumption centres, has been expedited to 50,000 km per year from previous 30,000-35,000 km.

Of the 18,000 unelectrified villages, power has reached 10,000, he said citing the example of Nagla Padam village which is a three hours drive from the national capital and has been without electricity since Independence.

To conserve power, the government has taken up distribution of LED bulbs on a massive scale and price of the same has been brought down to Rs 50 from Rs 350 previously, he said adding 13 crore bulbs have been distributed so far.

The Prime Minister said 20,000 megawatt of electricity worth Rs 1.25 lakh crore can be saved annually after the target of distributing 77 crore LED bulbs is achieved.

retail inflation rose by 6.01 per cent in June, the fastest pace in 23 months and it is expected that the implementation of the new Goods and Services Tax (GST) may push up inflation further.

Diron also said that inflation targeted monetary policy enhances transparency and is suited for India’s specific economic and institutional structures.

“In India, inflation targeting has likely contributed to enhancing the transparency and predictability of monetary policy, two important elements to foster its credibility and effectiveness,” she said.

Diron said with around half the consumption basket consisting of food, whose prices are less predictable than others, India’s inflation will continue to face periodic upside risks.

“If credible, monetary policy can contribute to preventing food-driven spikes in inflation from spilling over to other prices and wages,” she said.

The government, in consultation with the RBI, has set an inflation target of 4 per cent within a band of (+/-) 2 per cent for five years to 2021.

The next monetary policy on October 4 is likely to be decided by a six-member interest rate setting panel, instead of the present practice of RBI governor deciding the interest rate.

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will set interest rates by majority, with a casting vote for the central bank governor in the event of a tie.

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has caused problems at some places, he said, adding the government was fully committed to helping such states.

Modi said unlike past governments, he has stayed away from populist measures and instead relied on empowerment.

The Prime Minister said efforts by his government have led to 99.5 per cent of past dues of sugarcane farmers in Uttar Pradesh being cleared and 95 per cent of crop being sold this season being already paid for.

Also, record urea production has meant that blackmarketing of the crop nutrient is a thing of past, he said, adding that farmers are being given crop insurance cover on minimum premium.

Godown capacity of 15 lakh tonnes has been constructed to store crops and emphasis is being laid on all food procesing and agro based industries to raise farm incomes.

Hundred per cent FDI has been permitted in food processing. “These steps will help realise the target of doubling farmers’ income by 2022,” he said.

“I have resisted from resorting to populist schemes,” Modi said.

On initiatives taken by his government, he said income tax refund which used to take years and often be obtained by paying bribes is now online and is automatically transfered to the bank account within 1

NEW DELHI, Aug 15 (PTI): Governor Raghuram Rajan’s policy of tight leash on inflation has showed results and the Reserve Bank should continue with similar policies and communication going forward, Moody’s Investors Service has said.

Moody’s Investors Service Senior VP Sovereign Risk Group Marie Diron said credibility and effectiveness of monetary policy are factors which impact India’s sovereign ratings. Moody’s has a ‘Baa3’ rating on India, with a positive outlook.

“In the last two years, India’s inflation has fallen to more moderate levels, likely in part because of more credible monetary policy that has anchored inflation expectations.

We expect the RBI to continue with similar policies and communication, showing commitment to achieve its inflation target,” Diron told PTI. A monetary policy with tight leash on inflation is important especially in India, where in the past inflation has risen to very high levels, negatively affecting growth and investment prospects.

Rajan, who demits office on September 4, has been pilloried by his critics for keeping interest rates high and has also been accused of stifling growth.

Rajan had challenged these critics to show how inflation is “very low” before accusing him of “being behind the curve” in his focus on containing price rise than on growth.

Consumer price index or

Reforms at lower level needed to improve ease of doing biz: FM

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NEW DELHI, Aug 15 (PTI): Backing a new inflation target, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said his government has not allowed the rate of price rise to cross 6 per cent as opposed to the double digit inflation during previous government.

Delivering his third Independence Day address from the ramparts of Red Fort, Modi backed the 4 per cent inflation target, within a range of 2 percentage points either way, set for the next five years under the monetary policy framework agreement with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

“It is true that during the time of previous government, inflation rate had crossed 10 per cent. Our continuous efforts have ensured that inflation rate does not rise above 6 per cent,” he said.

He attributed the spike in vegetable prices to two consecutive droughts that impacted supplies but said efforts have been made to contain it.

“I will continue to make efforts to ensure that the food plate of poor is not affected (by inflation),” he said.

On the spike in prices of pulses this year, he said sowing of pulses this year has risen by 1.5 times and with good monsoon and efforts like Minimum Support Price and bonus to farmers as well as increasing availability will make things better.

While monsoon has been good this year, excess rainfall

RBI should continue with Rajan’s policies on inflation: Moody’s

Nagaland Post, Dimapur tuesday, august 16, 2016

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POSTPONEMENT OF RAFFLE DRAW

The Raffle Draw in aid of the Pongching Students’ Union Library cum Office Renovation to be drawn on 14th August is postponed to 18th September. 2016.

Inconvenience is regretted.

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RAFFLE DRAW RESULT Draw Dt. 15/08/2016 1st Prize : 0968 2nd Prize : 0328 3rd Prize : 0257 Consolation Prizes : 1161, 0799, 0718, 1025 The winner should claim the prize within 1 week after the draw.

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GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER ZUNHEBOTO

No:JUD.21/2016-17/26

Dt. Zbto. the 26. 07. 2016

Notice Calling Objection for the issue of Succession Certificate

Smti. Ghutoli Sumi of Atoizu Town District Zunheboto has applied for the issue of Succession Certificate/Guardianship Certificate declaring that Her Husband Lt. Yemithi Sema has expired on 05.06.2016.

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

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TRIDIBESH ROY, IAS Deputy Commissioner Zunheboto : Nagaland

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We the Lengnyu Students' Union and the Lengnyu Village Council would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Mr. K.K Chim Khiamniungam S/o Late. Khumo for securing the post of Information Assistant under Information & Public Relations Department in the recently declared NPSC result.

The L.S.U and L.V.C. is proud of your achievement and we wish you success in your future endeavour.

P. Langshe K. Shangchiu President L.S.U Village Council Chairman

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FELICITATION Our heartiest congratulations

to Liutenant Colonel Akho Nagi

for achieving the meritorious medal on the

70th Naga Independent Day GPRN NSCN. DC-1848

From Angami National Workers U.T-1

AKUKUPUTSALO KUKUSU

Natsumi Baptist Akukuhou Chirsto chineyeh huthulu keu ampe 100 aqhe kupulu niye akeu (Jubilee) tiqhetini ikhi kulu ghenguno June 2016 lo akukuputsa kughupua kemu ado pekithi mlave keu ghenguno pekiqeve keu itaghi atsala 20th August 2016 lono kuputsa niye ani. Tighenguno aghami aphulo akemi tughalo chekemi kumtsu akukuputsa tipau vezumono ighitsu peni ke achineyeh shimono kusu ani.

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KIYEXE G. ACHUMI Church Clerk Natsumi Baptist Akukuhou

OFFICE OF THE

ALISOPUR STUDENTS' UNION DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

The Alisopur Students' Union, Dimapur, congratulates Mr. Khumchopi Sangtam, S/o. Imkongneekshi Sangtam on his selection to the post of Inspector of Industries and Mr. Yangdikhum Sangtam, S/o. Makokba Sangtam as Economic Investigator.

The Union takes great pride in their success and wish them a bright future ahead.

Nikshila Gen. Secy.

Yimtiyongdang President

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Dr. W. Punsokiu President, YGOA

to the Kashmiris by the UN Security Council,” he said.

He claimed that at this time, the contrast between Kashmir and PoK could not be more stark.

Aziz said India is a large country, “in fact the second largest in the world and this must be acknowledged, but a large country does not automatically become a great country, specially when it unleashes such brute force against innocent citizens to suppress their right to protest or when it deliberately uses pallet guns to permanently destroy the eyesight of over 100 youth.”

He said India should recognise that the core issue of Kashmir cannot be resolved by bullets and needed a political solution, through serious negotiations between India and Pakistan.

PRESS NOTE G.H.S Sungro, under Wokha District Nagaland is going to commemorate its Golden Jubilee (1964-2014) on 14th December 2016. The Steering Committee is pleased to invite all the past and present officers, teachers and students of this institution for contribution of article and assistance in any kind on or before 15th October 2016. For any query the esteemed members are requested to contact at the following mobile.

No. 1. 9612767037-Convenor-Sterring Committee 2. 9612782670-Secretary-Sterring Committee 3. 9612387099-Secretary-Finance Committee (N. Janbeni Kikon) Convenor Steering Committee M/No. 9612767037

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VILLAGE COUNCIL TESOPHENYU P.O. TSEMINYU, KOHIMA : NAGALAND - 797109

GRATITUDE Tesophenyu Village Council on behalf of the public in general convey our heartfelt gratitude to Tesophenyu Group Officer Forum (TGOF) for donating a huge quantity of medicine to PHC Tesophenyu, also the council give big thanks to Dr. S. Seb and her staff for their valuable service to the patients. As per record, some 400 patients were treated with various ailments. In return we have nothing to give you but may the mighty God bless you all for your kind humanity service.

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I , wo u l d l i ke t o t h a n k t h e Superintendent of Police, Peren, Officer-in-Charge, Police Station Jalukie and their subordinates, for their Vigilance in intercepting and recovering my Bolero which was stolen by miscreants.

Keep up the Good Work.

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the disturbed areas in the control of Pakistan have been mentioned by any Indian Prime Minister during his Independence Day speech.

Aziz claimed that India’s involvement was confirmed by the public confession of “RAW’s active service Naval Officer” Kulbhushan Jadhav, who was arrested in March this year from Balochistan.

Thousands of unarmed youth are protesting every day for their right of self determination in Kashmir, where more than 70 innocent Kashmiris have been killed and more than 6,000 injured, while there is constant curfew and complete media blackout for the past 37 days, Aziz claimed.

“These events have nothing to do with terrorism. It is an indigenous movement for self determination, a right promised

OFFICE OF THE

The Yimchunger Gazetted Officers Association (YGOA) is proud to felicitate Mr. K. Soriso Yim, NPS, Asst. Commandant 10 th NAP Battalion (IR), Member of YGOA on being bestowed the Governors Gold Medal Award on the occasion of Republic Day 2016.

With all best wishes in his future endeavour.

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Pakistan’s contention that India, through its main intelligence agency Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), has been fomenting terrorism in Balochistan”, Aziz was quoted as saying by a Foreign Office statement.

Aziz’s remarks came after Prime Minister Modi brought up Pakistani atrocities on people of Balochistan and PoK in his Independence Day speech today.

“From the ramparts of the Red Fort, I want to express my gratitude to some people -the people of Balochistan, Gilgit and Pak-occupied Kashmir (PoK) -- for the way they wholeheartedly thanked me, the way they expressed gratitude to me, the way they conveyed their goodwill to me recently,” Modi said.

This is for the first time

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We the 5 t h M i l e M o d e l Village Ao Senso Telongjem would like to congratulate Shri.

Senti Ao, S/o Lt. Rev. Waimeren of Chuchuyimlang Village on being elevated to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) The Union further wishes him good health and more success in his future endeavours.

Islamabad, Aug 15 (PTI): Responding to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s reference to Balochistan in his Independence Day speech, Pakistan today claimed that this proved its contention that India has been allegedly “fomenting terrorism” in the province.

Pakistan also asserted that the situation in Balochistan cannot be equated with Kashmir.

Pakistan Prime Minister’s Adviser on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz, while responding to Modi’s Independence Day speech, said the Premier was only trying to divert world attention from the “grim tragedy” that has been unfolding in Kashmir over the past five weeks.

The reference to Balochistan, which is an integral part of Pakistan, “only proves

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John F Kennedy (JFK) airport and LaGuardia airports as an investigation was launched.

No-one was injured or arrested.

Hundreds of travellers were evacuated from the terminals and several flights in and out of the airport were cancelled and diverted as a precautionary measure.

Hundreds of bags and suitcases were left behind as passengers ran out of the airport.

Law enforcement officials said it’s possible that hoax 911 calls and word of mouth led to the panic. Officials are working to figure out exactly what happened, a law enforcement official said.

One passenger, Demetrius Pipkin, said Terminal One was a “madhouse”, where people were told to “get on the floor and take cover behind any and everything we could find” - but passengers eventually bolted for the exits.

Modi’s I-Day remark on Balochistan criticised

With immense pride and happiness, the Association of Power Engineer Nagaland conveys its heartiest congratulations to Er. Penrithung Yanthan and Er. Atoho Jakhalu for having been conferred the Governor’s Commendation Certificate on the 70 th Independence Day 2016.

The Association further wishes and pray that Almighty God guide and grant them more success in their future endeavours.

Er. Shikato Sema President, APEN

N. NIZA ANGAMI

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Er. Rukongutuo Suohu General Secretary, APEN

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FELICITATES

The Kohima Sumi Hoho extend this heartiest felicitation to Dr. I. Pihoto Khala, son of Late Ilhoshe Khala and who is also the General Secretary of Kohima Sumi Hoho on being promoted to Director, Department of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry, Govt. of Nagaland.

The Kohima Sumi Hoho is extremely happy over his promotion and further extends our heartiest congratulations.

May God grant you more wisdom and guide you in all your future endeavours.

Dr. Vinito Chishi, Khetoho V Nurumi President, KSH Secretary, KSH

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New York, Aug 15 (PTI): Hundreds of passengers at the John F Kennedy International Airport here were today evacuated from two terminals following reports that multiple shots had been fired in one of the world’s busiest airport, triggering scenes of panic and chaos.

The Por t Authority, which manages the city’s airports, in an initial update said police had received reports of shots fired at Terminal 8 at JFK at about 9:30 pm (local time yesterday), apparently near the departure area.

Just half an hour later, at about 10:15 pm (local time), Terminal 1 at New York’s main airport was also “closed” after “additional” calls of shots fired were received.

The Port Authority said “the terminal was evacuated out of an abundance of caution” and there was “substantial presence” of New York Police Department at the

Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s famous Qawwali numbers like ‘Kinna Sona’ and ‘Yeh Jo Halka Halka’.

Indian Ladies in UK (ILUK) used a flash mob, or a brief dance act performed at a public place, at the iconic Trafalgar Square in London on Saturday to celebrate Independence Day. The weekend-long celebrations included a series of smaller Indian-themed street events across the UK. The official annual Independence Day celebration by the Indian High Commission in the UK will take place on August 21 in the form of a mela at the Indian Gymkhana Club in south-west London.

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In cities like Dallas, Houston, Chicago, Orlando and Minneapolis, community organisations held cultural events over the weekend to celebrate the Independence Day. A sell-out concert by popular Bollywood singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and a firstever flash mob by an Indian women’s group in the UK were among the events held to celebrate the day.

Khan described his concert yesterday as a symbol of India-Pakistan unity as it also coincided with Pakistani Independence Day on August 14.

“This event proves there are no divides,” he said at London’s O2 Arena, where he performed some of his biggest hits including his late uncle,

The Kohima Akuk Eloe Khumshum take immense pleasure to congratulate our chairperson, Mrs. Tumchobeni Y.Tsopoe, D/o Lt. Nzanthung Tungoe and Lt. Pvuchinimi Tungoe for being promoted to the post of Section Officer under Nagaland Civil Secretaries. We also congratulate Mr. M. Mhabemo Kithan, S/o Mr. Mhonyamo Kithan for securing the post of Economic Investigator in the recently declared NPSC result 2016. The Khumshum wish them the best in all their future endeavours.

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with their families.

Gokhale also read out President Pranab Mukherjee’s address to the nation followed by recital of patriotic songs.

In Shanghai, Consulate General of India Prakash Gupta hosted the celebrations.

Gupta unfurled the tricolour besides reading out excerpts from the President’s address. A similar celebration was held at the Indian Consulate in Guangzhou led by Consulate General Y K Sailas Thangal.

In the US, the Independence Day was celebrated on a large scale in Fremont in California and Edison in New Jersey where thousands of people attended the event amid a colorful cultural extravaganza.

K at h m a n d u, Au g 15 (PTI): Prime Minister Prachanda today sent a special envoy to China while another such emissary was set to visit India soon as part of Nepal’s bid to woo its two giant neighbours and firm up bilateral ties after the formation of the new government.

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Krishna Bahadur Mahara left for Beijing with an invitation to Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit Nepal.

Speaking to reporters at the Tribhuvan International Airport here before leaving, Mahara said the main objective of his visit is to further enhance bilateral relations between the two countries.

“I am leaving for China to strengthen the relation with China in the changed political context following the formation of the new government.

We expect China’s support to build good ties between Nepal and China and Chinese political leaders to visit Nepal,” he was quoted as saying by My Republica.

Mahara also pledged to carry on and implement the agreements reached between the Chinese government and the former K P Oli-led government.

The Deputy Prime Minister is expected to meet his Chinese counterpart, foreign minister and senior officials of China’s ruling Communist

Pushpa Kamal Dahal Party.

Mahara and Jhabindra Aryal, a joint-secretary at Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will reach Beijing via Chengdu.

Earlier, the Cabinet meeting last week had decided to send Mahara to China and another Deputy Prime Minister Bimalendra Nidhi to India as the Prime Minister’s special emissaries.

Nidhi’s visit would focus on strengthening of relations between Nepal and India and President Pranab Mukherjee’s Nepal visit.

The special envoy would also hold discussions with high-level officials over the cancellation of Nepalese President Bidhya Devi Bhandari’s India visit.

Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, who is also the Maoist chief, assumed office earlier this month for his second term as Prime Minister.

Pak invites India for talks on Kashmir Islamabad, Aug 15 (PTI): Pakistan today invited India for talks on Kashmir, saying it is the “international obligation” of both the countries to resolve the issue, a move already rejected by New Delhi which had insisted it would talk on “contemporary and relevant” issues in Indo-Pak relations.

Foreign Office spokesman Nafees Zakaria said in a statement that Indian High Commissioner Gautam Bambawale was called to hand over a letter of invitation for talks.

“The Foreign Secretary called in the Indian High Commissioner this afternoon (15 August 2016) and handed over a letter addressed to his Indian counterpart, inviting him to visit Pakistan for talks on Jammu and Kashmir dispute that has been the main bone of contention between India and Pakistan,” Zakaria said.

The invitation was extended amid tension in bilateral ties due to the war of words between the two nations over the issue.

“The letter highlights the international obligation of both the countries, India and Pakistan, to resolve the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, in accordance with the UN Security Council resolutions,” the statement said.

Pakistan’s advisor on foreign affairs Sartaj Aziz said last week that a conference of envoys of Pakistan earlier this month had agreed that Pakistan seek talks with India.

Istanbul police raid courts for coup suspects Istanbul, Aug 15 (AFP): Turkish police today raided three major courts in Istanbul in search of more than 170 suspects wanted over last month’s attempted coup, reports said.

Police began searches of the city’s main Caglayan court and courts in the districts of Gaziosmanpasa and Bakirkoy with arrest warrants for 173 prosecutors and other judicial staff working there, the Dogan news agency said.

The accused are suspected of links to the US-based Islamic preacher Fethullah Gulen who Ankara blames for the June 15 failed putsch against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

It was not clear how many suspects had been detained in the raids.

According to official fig-

ures, more than 35,000 people have been detained so far in the post-coup crackdown against alleged Gulen supporters, although 11,597 of these have since been released.

Erdogan has said the purge is needed to wipe out what he calls the “virus” of Gulen from Turkish institutions. But critics have expressed alarm that its sheer scope has turned it into a witch hunt.

In a separate development, the former chief prosecutor for the eastern region of Erzurum was detained late Sunday while trying to cross into Syria.

Ekrem Beyaztas was caught by border guards just south of the Turkish town of Kilis, a Turkish official said, asking not to be named.

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We the Hospital Colony, Officers Hill & PR Hill (HOP) Kohima, Sumi Community Welfare extend our heartiest congratulations the following members on their success in recent NPSC Exam.

1. Miss Alovika Swu, DSP D/o Inavi Swu of Hebolimi Village.

2. Mr. Nikiye Yepthomi, Secretariat Assistant S/o Zhetovi Yepthomi of Nitoi Village.

We pray and wish them many more success in their future endeavour .

M. Vikato Swu, Chairman K.Lashito Sheqi, Secretary Sumi Community (HOP) Kohima Sumi Community (HOP) Kohima

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The Indian community in the US celebrated India’s 70th Independence Day with fervour by unfurling the national flag and organising cultural events to mark the day.

sador Ranjit Rae hoisted the national flag and read out the message of the President of India.

Rae distributed cheques worth Nepalese Rs Four crores and blankets to fourteen ex-servicemen, widows, next of kins and dependents of deceased soldiers of Indian Armed Forces. Books were also donated to fifty nine libraries, educational and training institutions located in different regions of Nepal, including in remote districts.

On this occasion, forty ambulances and eight buses were gifted to various hospitals, non-profit charitable organizations and educational institutions of different districts to strengthen education and health services in Nepal. The ceremony concluded with a cultural programme.

In Bangkok, Indian Ambassador Bhawant Singh Bishnoi said, “2016 has been a most significant year for our bilateral relationships”.

Bishnoi, in his speech to over 500 people gathered at the embassy premises, said Thailand remains one of India’s “closest” friends.

“People to people linkages are one of the most important aspects of our bilateral relationships. Central to this is the role played by the Indian community,” he said and commended the significant contribution by ethnic Indians and Indian nationals to the economic and social development of Thailand.

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Beijing/Washington, Aug 15 (PTI): Patriotic fervour gripped Indians across the globe as they proudly marked the country’s 70th Independence Day today, unfurling the tricolour and organising cultural festivities to mark the occasion.

Indians in countries like Pakistan, China, the US, the UK, Thailand and Singapore joined people in India to celebrate the day with recital of patriotic songs and dance performances representing the diverse ethnicity of India.

The Indian High Commission in Islamabad organised a simple ceremony to celebrate the Independence Day. High Commissioner Gautam Bambawale led the flag hoisting ceremony in the sprawling High Commission.

“All staff of the High Commission was present on the occasion. Three MPs from India, including Devji Mansinghram Patel, Alok Tiwari and Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo, also participated in the Independence Day celebrations,” a mission spokesperson said.

A cultural programme was also organised.

In Beijing, Indian Ambassador Vijay Gokhale hoisted the tricolour in the embassy premises at a function that was attended by members of the Indian community.

A large of number of Indian professionals besides embassy staff took part in the flag hoisting ceremony along

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ZUNHEBOTO DISTRICT BADMINTON ASSOCIATION GRATITUDE

The Zunheboto District Badminton Association expresses sincere thankfulness to all its well-wishers and vows to remain under great obligation to them for their selfless contributions made towards the Association, in the recently concluded, 40th Inter District Badminton Championship at Kohima.

1. Shri. Picto Shohe, Parliamentary Secretary, Justice & Law, S.I.R.D 2. District Sports Council Zunheboto.

3. Krodi Rhetso, N.P.S, Superintendent of Police, Zunheboto 4. Shri. Tokato Jimo, Deputy Project Director ATMA 5. Shri. Herato Sukhalu, Proprietor Nelda Bakery Zunheboto 6. Shri. Hekato Awomi, Inspector DEF Zunheboto 7. Ao Community Zunheboto (Badminton Players).

8. Shri. Mito Yeptho, Treasury Dpt.

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Suicide Squad Adele turns down Super soundtrack hits US No 1 Bowl half-time show offer

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dele says she’s turned down an offer to perform at the 2017 Super Bowl half-time show in America.

The singer told an audience at her LA gig that she was asked to perform.

“First of all, I’m not doing the Super Bowl,” Adele said from the stage. I mean, that show is not about music.

I can’t dance or anything like that. They were very kind, they did ask me, but I did say no.”

But the NFL and sponsor Pepsi deny making Adele an offer to perform.

In a joint statement published on the Billboard website, they said: “The NFL and Pepsi are big fans of Adele.

“We have had conversations with several artists about the Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show. “However, we have not at this point extended a formal offer to Adele or anyone else.

“We are focused on putting together a fantastic show for Houston and we look forward to revealing that in good time.”

Adele also denied rumours that she was pregnant and that she was going to announce the news at the Super Bowl half-time show.

“It’s gruelling,” she told the crowd. “I couldn’t be pregnant and travel this much.”

She joked that she was just having a “cheese baby”.

Performers at previous half-time shows have included Madonna, the Rolling Stones and Prince.

Beyonce’s Super Bowl half-time performance, where she premiered her track Formation, featured backing dancers dressed as members of radical political organisation the Black Panthers.

The group was a militant organisation which fought for the rights of black people in America between the 1960s and 1980s.

Amitabh looks back at ‘Sholay’ moments

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Ramesh Sippy’s directorial, ‘Sholay’ is known for its evergreen dialogues, penned by former screenwriter duo Salim Khan-Javed Akhtar. It narrates a heart warming story of love, friendship and revenge.

“41 years of ‘Sholay’...

Released on August 15”, Amitabh tweeted on Monday.

Amitabh Bachchan ✔ @ SrBachchan Big B essayed the role of Jai in the movie. The film had a stellar star cast - Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Sanjeev Kumar, Hema Malini and Amjad Khan. ‘Sholay’ is also known for its hit songs like ‘Yeh dosti’, ‘Koi haseena’, ‘Mehbooba mehbooba’ and ‘Haan jab tak hain jaan’.

Some people in America said the show was a “slap in the face” to US police and law enforcement.

Advertisers pay up to $5m (£3.8m) for a 30-second slot during the Super Bowl half-time show.

According to Nielsen, which measures audiences - this year’s game at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California was the third mostwatched programme in US television history.

The company estimates an aver age aud ienc e o f 111.9 million were watching through the game, peaking at 115.5 million for the halftime show.

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Ragnar Lothbrok returns to Kattegat in the Season 4 return of History’s Vikings, but will any of his old friends return to England with him?

The Season 4 return of Vikings will see Ragnar Lothbrok attempting to rally old friends to aid him as he returns to England to confront King

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Actress Priyanka Chopra, who is currently in New York shooting for “Quantico”, “missed being” in India to revel in the patriotic fervour.

Here’s what the stars tweeted: Amitabh Bachchan: Independence Day 15th August ... happiness and prosperity for all, particularly for our country Shah Rukh Khan: Happy Independence Day to my country women and men Aug 15, 2016. A day of pride, happiness and love.

Shabana Azmi: On our 70th Independence Day, lets

Ecbert (Linus Roache) about the Viking village he destroyed after assuring Ragnar he would protect the small group. His oldest Viking friend, Floki (Gustaf Skarsgard), is one of the people he approaches to help him.

Floki and Ragnar’s relationship has been a constant through all seasons of Vikings, however, it has certainly had its ups and downs. While Floki has always admitted his love for Ragnar, Ragnar has not always reciprocated. At times, he has even manipulated that devotion to his own gain in Vikings.

The show’s creator, Michael Hirst, revealed to Entertainment Weekly that the newly revealed image captures the moment when Ragnar reveals to Floki his true feelings for his old friend. Vikings will return later in 2016, and the series has been renewed for Season 5 by the History Channel.

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hooting is nearly complete on the car chase sequel and an update on the franchise’s Facebook page says: “We’ll be back in December with your first look at what we’ve created for you.”

Fast And Furious 8 is set for release on April 14, 2017.

Joining franchise regulars Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham in the eighth instalment are Charlize Theron, Helen Mirren and Suicide Squad’s Scott Eastwood. Kurt Russell is reprising his role as Frank Petty from last year’s Fast & Furious 7.

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many when it was announced earlier this year, but the Oscarwinning actress told Elle at the time: “I like to be serious. Of course, having said that I’m about to do Fast & Furious 8. But that’s for the fun of it.

So maybe that’s what I want as well, some fun and some relevant, serious, important movies.”

Mirren has apparently set one condition around her appearance in the film - that she gets to drive in it. “I’ve always rather loved driving,” she said.

“I said, ‘I’ll be in it, but only if I’m allowed to drive in it’.

But we’ll see. We’ll see how it transpires.”

album ‘California’, which sold 172,000 copies in its first week on sale in July.

Suicide Squad leapfrogged over [a]Drake, whose ‘Views’ remains at No 2, while Christian rock band Skillet get their third US Top 10 album as ‘Unleashed’ enters at No 3.

Country singer Blake Shelton climbs to No 4, while ‘Now 59’ enters at No 5, meaning all 59 Now albums have reached the Top 10.

The series was launched in the US in 1998, 15 years after the first Now album in the UK. Last week’s No 1 album

by DJ Khaled falls to No 7, while DJ Snake’s debut album ‘Encore’ is the other Top 10 Musik-A (Alobo Naga school of music) students presenting a special number during the 70th Independence Day celebration at DDSC stadium Dimapur. (NP) new entry at No 8.

B-Town celebs tweet on I-Day

Vikings season 4 return, new plot twist

ccording to the show’s creator, Michael Hirst, Ragnar and Floki’s relationship will be explored more in the Season 4 return of Vikings. A new image also released shows Ragnar and Floki side by side in a pivotal scene.

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he soundtrack for Suicide Squad has become the first soundtrack for 18 months to reach No 1 in the US. The soundtrack, which features new songs by the likes of Twenty One Pilots, Panic At The Disco and Skrillex & Rick Ross, is the first film soundtrack to top the Billboard Hot 200 since Pitch Perfect 2 in May 2015.

Sales of 128,000 in its opening week meant Suicide Squad is also the best-selling soundtrack since 50 Shades Of Grey, which sold 210,000 copies in February 2015.

The last album of any kind in the US to sell more in a week than Suicide Squad was Blink-182’s comeback

all take a pledge that we will attempt to be part of the solution not part of the problem Kajol: We are a country that was born with diversity.

Today let us celebrate it and make it our strength. Happy Independence Day! Priyanka Chopra: And how much I miss being home today. Happy Independence Day to the country that is my identity.

A.R.Rahman: Wishing you independence from all the negative influences in the world.

Ajay Devgn: This Independence Day, let’s pledge to fight for freedom from hunger.

Madhuri Dixit-Nene: Happy Independence Day! Farah Khan: Where the mind is without fear and the head is held high! Happy Independence Day.

Huma Qureshi: Happy Independence Day guys...We got this day after much struggle and sacrifice...Cherish today cherish your country...

Hansal Mehta : Independence to express. Independence to be. Independence to create.

Independence to love. Independence to dissent. Happy Independence Day Abhishek Bachchan: Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind. Bharat Mata Ki Jai. Shreyas Talapade: My nation, determination. Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind.

Riteish Deshmukh: Happy Independence Day. Born Indian. Proud. Tricolour. Jai Hind Rannvijay Singha: Happy Independence Day. Started the journey to Siachen today.

Jacqueline Fernandez: Happy Independence Day India.

Puerto Rican anthem played for first time for Monica Puig’s win

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ennis player Monica Puig’s first gold medal for Puerto Rico brought another first to the Olympics: as Puig stood on the podium to receive her medal Saturday (Aug. 13), the Puerto Rican anthem was played for the first time at the games.

“La Borinqueña” was heard as a teary Puig stood with the medal around her neck. The song, with a title referencing the native Taíno name for Puerto Rico, was written in 1867 to the rhythm of the habanera,

or contradanza dance style; it was later reworked as a military march. The hymn’s original lyrics, now known as “the revolutionary version,” are from a poem by Lola Rodriguez de Tió. The 1868 verses were a passionate call to arms coinciding with revolt against Spanish rule in Puerto Rico (”We want freedom, and our machetes will give it to us”). Those verses were replaced by another less rebellious set of lyrics, written

by Manuel Fernández Juncos in 1903, that extol the beauty of the island.

In 1952, the same year that Puerto Rico was dubbed a Commonwealth to describe the U.S. territorial relationship with the island and the Puerto Rican constitution was written, governor Luis Muñoz Marín signed a law making “La Borinqueña” the official anthem of Puerto Rico.

Adnan Sami celebrates 1st b’day as an Indian

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inger Adnan Sami, formerly a Pakistani, says he is elated to celebrate his birthday - which falls on August 15, India’s Independence Day - as an Indian citizen for the first time.

Sami was born in Britain and held Canadian citizenship too, received his certificate of Indian citizenship earlier this year.

He tweeted: “Feeling proud that today I celebrate my birthday for the first time as an Indian with My India.

Happy Independence Day India.”

The singer is known for rolling out hit songs like “Tera Chehra”, “Kabhi to Nazar Milao”, “Lift Karaa De” and “Kabhi Nahi”.

Several celebrities from the Hindi film fraternity took to Twitter to wish the “Bhar Do Jholi” hitmaker.

Actress Prachi Desai told Sami: “India is celebrating its Independence with your birthday.”

Parenthood changed my life, says Aamir Khan

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ollywood superstar Aamir Khan says he was a changed man once he became a parent, a feeling that is very close to his heart. The 51-year old ‘Dhoom 3’ actor said children bring special happiness in the lives of parents and he experienced that when he had his first child, Junaid.

“It’s such a joy to have a child in your life. It’s something that really changes your life. I remember my mother used to tell me when I was a kid, ‘When you become a parent you’ll realise what it is to become a parent’,” Aamir told reporters today.

“When I had my first child, Junaid, it changed me, changed my life. But there are so many parents, people, so many single parents who

are unable to have child...,” he added.

The actor was speaking at a special event of Jaslok Hospital to spread awareness about In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) and surrogacy. Junaid is Aamir’s first child from his first wife.

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A MESSAGE TO HIS LEADERSHIP

“Through Humanity to Peace”

INDIAN RED CROSS SOCIETY (CONSTITUTED UNDER ACT XV OF 1920) NAGALAND STATE BRANCH Nagaland : Kohima

The Indian Red Cross Society, Nagaland State Branch (IRCSN) cordially invites you to attend the Ceremonial Function of the 30th Annual General Meeting of the Society to be held on 18th August 2016 at 11:00 AM at the Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan, Kohima.

Mr. P. B Acharya, the Hon’ble Governor of Nagaland & President, IRCSN will deliver the Presidential address.

Mr. T. R. Zeliang, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Nagaland & Vice-President IRCSN will deliver the Vice-Presidential address.

Mrs. Abeni TCK, Chairperson will preside over the function.

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This was 24th April 10:20 am at 61 Lodi estate New Delhi 2015. My gratitude to our brother VS Atem who took the trouble to make this one to one meeting possible.

I told his leadership that, I have brought a message from the souls of Nagas which is comparable to the "Breath of Life" when God created the First Man ADAM. a body without the breath of life is a CORPSE and the place for corpse is CEMETERY. Therefore, if the package does not contain the SEED (the breath of life) which is good for Nagas of Nagaland the it will go to cemetery when brought to Nagaland. YOU are the only person who has this power to put this seed, I told him. Secondly, I told his leadership that the Nagas of this two states will not have good relationship for at least a generation, but, that shouldn't stop us from sowing the seed of brotherhood for the future. Remember, before the division, together we fought and died side by side That made us blood brothers.

The third point I mentioned was that, we should not allow the Govt. of India to divert the proposed International four lane highway from our land to Jiribam-Silchar. If this happens, the Nagas of Nagaland would loose the future leverage of friendship with their counterpart Meiteis, which otherwise would be a handy diplomatic tool to help our southern brothers in time of their need.

This discussion took place exactly 100 days before the signing of the accord that lasted fifty minutes where he gave patient hearing, nodding his head in agreement till I finished, now, taking his turn he narrated his venture into the political struggle along with our beloved leader Isac Chishi Swu, also he apprised me the progress of the talk, to which he said was 75% accomplished and two or more are yet to be finalised and express his satisfaction and thanked me for the visit.

My point here is that, he has heard the message LOUD AND CLEAR.. Now, the question is, whether he will DO IT OR NOT ??? I humbled myself before God and men for getting this opportunity which in my mind " a small effort for the love of our land".

God bless Nagaland.

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CAS rules in favour of Russian athlete Klishina Rio de Janeiro, Aug 15 (IANS): The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) upheld the appeal of the Russian track and field athlete Darya Klishina against the decision of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) to ban her from participating in the Rio Olympics.

It was reported earlier that Klishina was banned from competing at the ongoing Games, reports Tass.

On June 17, the IAAF Council ruled it was still too early to restore ARAF’s (AllRussia Athletics Federation) membership in the international organisation subsequently extending the suspension of Russian athletes from all international tournaments, including the 2016 Olympic Games.

The IAAF announced in late June that it had amended the organisation’s regulations in order to allow field and track athletes from Russia to submit individual applications for international tournaments.

Last month, IAAF’s anti-doping department rejected personal applications from all Russian track and field athletes to participate in international competitions, including the Olympic Games in Rio, except for long jumper, Klishina.

Later i n Ju ly, C A S turned down an appeal from the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) and 68 national athletes filed against IAAF, thus closing the doors on Russian field and track athletes to the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Brazil.

Lionel Messi was quiet by his exceptional standards and failed to take a decent chance in the second-half on Sunday.

chested down Denis Suarez’s drilled ball into his path from 15 yards.

Lionel Messi nearly doubled Barca’s lead moments later, but Rico was out well to block his effort having been put through on goal by Luis

Suarez.

Rico did well to beat away Sergi Roberto’s snapshot later in the half, but he could not deny Barca grabbing a second on 81 minutes.

Latching onto Messi’s fine through ball, Munir

pushed the ball past the onrushing goalkeeper to silence the home fans in the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium.

Messi nearly got a third in stoppage time, but Rico tipped away his right-footed drive from just inside the area.

US swimmer Lochte robbed at gunpoint Rio de Janeiro, Aug 15 (IANS): US Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte said he was robbed at gunpoint in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, the media reported. The 32-year-old said he was with fellow US swimmers Gunnar Bentz, Jack Conger and Jimmy Feigen when their taxi was stopped by thieves posing as police.

“We got pulled over in the taxi and these guys came out with a badge, a police badge, no lights, no nothing, just a police badge, and they pulled us over,” Lochte told the NBC’s Today program. “They pulled out their guns, they told the other swimmers to get down on the ground. I refused. I was like, we didn’t do anything wrong so I’m not getting down on the ground. “And then the guy pulled out his gun, he cocked it, put it to my forehead and he said, ‘Get down,’ and I put my hands up. I was like, ‘whatever’.

He took our money, he took my wallet. He left my cell phone, he left my credentials.”

The athletes were returning to the Olympic village after celebrating the end of the swimming competition at the Rio Games. A US Olympic Committee spokesperson said: “Their taxi was stopped by individuals posing as armed police officers who demanded the athletes’ money and other personal belongings. All four athletes are safe and are cooperating with authorities.”

Lalita finishes 10th; disappointment continue Rio de Janeiro, Aug 15 (PTI): Lalita Babar failed to repeat her creditable display in the qualification as she finished 10th in the women’s 3000m steeplechase finals as Indians continued their disappointing performance in track and events of the Rio Olympics here today.

Babar clocked 9:22.74 in the finals today, nearly three second outside her national record effort of 9:19.76 in the qualification on Saturday.

Despite her 10th finish, Babar’s effort was still the best performance by an Indian in a track event after after PT Usha’s fourth-place finish in the 400m hurdles in 1984 Los Angeles Olympics.

The 27-year-old from the drought-prone Satara district in Maharashtra had become the second Indian woman after Usha in 1984 Los Angeles to qualify for a final at a track event at quadrennial extravaganza. Kenyan-born Ruth Jebeth of Bahrain won the gold in 8:59.75 which is less than a second outside the world record timing of 8:58.81. She was the pre-event favourite.

2015 World Championships gold winner Hyvin Kiyeng Jepkomoi of Kenya took the silver in 9:07.12 while American Emma Coburn won the bronze in 9:07.63.

Meanwhile, triple jumper Renjith Maheswary’s flop show in big stages continued

as he failed to make it to the final round after finishing 30th overall out of 48 competitors in the qualification with a pedestrian best effort of 16.13m.

He finished 15th in the The 30-year-old Kerala athlete had made the Rio Olympics cut on the last day of qualification period on July 11 at the hurriedly arranged Indian Grand Prix with a jump of 17.30m.

In women’s 200m also, India’s Srabani Nanda finished sixth out of eight competitors in heat number five with a timing of 23.58 seconds. She has a personal best of 23.07. The Odiya girl finished 55th overall out of 72 competitors.

Wayde breaks world record to win 400m gold Rio de Janeiro, Aug 15 (Agencies): Wayde van Niekerk, golden boy of South Africa and the world! Van Niekerk obliterated Michael Johnson’s 400m world record in a sensational run to win South Africa’s first gold medal at the Rio Olympics on Monday morning.

Van Niekerk clocked 43.03, smashing American Johnson’s 1999 mark of 43.18 in the Olympic Stadium in an astonishing exhibition of running.

It was well clear of his previous best of 43.48.

The 24-year-old went out in customary quick fashion, but where he had in previous

races slowed down towards the end, there was no stopping Van Niekerk this time as he streaked away from the rest of the field in the home straight to become the hero of South African sport. Van Niekerk’s 43.03 was more than seven-tenths of a second quicker than the man in second, defending Olympic champion Kirani James of Grenada, who had to settle for silver in 43.76.

American star LaShawn Merritt also couldn’t keep up with Van Niekerk, and finished third in 43.85.

But Van Niekerk took it

all in afterwards, hardly celebrating initially as the shock of winning gold and breaking the world record in one race hit home. He looked over to the stadium clock after going over the line and once he saw the time, he held his face in his hands in disbelief.

He eventually found his family – who had flown in from Cape Town and around South Africa – in the stands and embraced them, and later stood at the stadium clock to pose for photos with the time in the background, wrapped in a South African flag.

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Barcelona, Aug 15 (Agencies): Goals from Luis Suarez and Munir handed Barcelona a 2-0 win in the Spanish Super Cup first leg at Sevilla on Sunday.

Suarez gave Barcelona the lead nine minute after halftime, slotting home inside the area after fine build-up play.

Substitute Munir then poked past Sergio Rico with his first touch of the game late on, giving Barcelona a healthy lead going into the return leg.

The second leg will be played at the Nou Camp on Wednesday.

The first chance of the game fell to Luis Suarez, whose poked effort towards the bottom corner early on was saved superbly by Rico in the Sevilla goal.

There was concern on the injury front for Luis Enrique’s side in the first half, with both Jeremy Mathieu (hamstring) and Andres Iniesta (knee) taken off.

Arda Turan mistimed an overhead kick in acres of space in the six-yard box later in the half, but Barcelona struggled for rhythm before the break as Sevilla pressed high.

Luis Suarez again came close after the break, seeing his glancing header from namesake Denis Suarez’s drilled cross saved by Rico at the second attempt.

But the Uruguayan got his goal on 54 minutes, finishing off a fine move as Turan

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Rio de Janeiro, Aug 15 (IANS): Indian gymnast Dipa Karmakar missed out on a historic medal in the women’s vault competition by a whisker as she finished a creditable fourth in the final of the Olympic Games here.

Dipa averaged 15.066 points to finish fourth at the Rio Olympic Arena on Sunday.

Simone Biles of the US won the gold with an average of 15.966, while Maria Paseka (15.253) of Russia and Switzerland’s Giulia Steingrubber (15.216) took home the silver and bronze medals respectively.

Despite being disappointed at missing out on the medal, Dipa asserted that she is determined to train harder and do better at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.

“I am happy to have come fourth. Next time when I come to Olympics, I will do better. Those who won in Vault ahead of me were better athletes,” she said.

“I was very happy with my performance but the medal slipped away at the last moment. Anyway, I hope my coming years would be very good. I will try that in the future our performance at the next Olympics would be good,” Dipa added.

Greeting all Indians on the eve of Independence Day, Dipa, who trains in her hometown of Agartala with coach Bisweshwar Nandi, asserted

India’s Dipa Karmakar Participates in the vault during the artistic gymnastics women’s final. (PTI) that she is happy with her performance.

“I had reached the highest score in the performance.

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mance was good. I would like to thank my coach for this. We did all this without foreign training. No one can say Indian coaches cannot

Germany forward Podolski quits intl football Berlin, Aug 15 (IANS): Veteran Germany forward Lukas Podolski on Monday announced his retirement from international football, ending a 13-year career, to focus on his club football and family.

The 31-year-old made his international senior debut against Hungary at the age of 19 in June 2004. Podolski made immediately an impact and provided Germany 48 goals in 129 official caps to become a key player. He also represented Germany in the 2006 and 2010 World Cups, where his team claimed bronze medals on both occasions. “I told the national coach that I will not play for the national team from now on. I want to take things easier and dedicate to other things -- most obviously my family, my wife and my two kids,” Podolski said. “The national team has

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always been my heart thing, and it will always be. But, after the EURO I noticed that my focus has shifted. Everything has its time, and my time with the national team is over.”

Podolski was part of Germany’ s 2014 World Cup winning squad. He never played the full 90 minutes but he was fielded when Germany needed more

variation in their offensive game.

“48 goals in 129 international appearances speak for himself and his footballing qualities,” Germany chief coach Joachim Loew said. “Together we have lifted the World Cup in Brazil.

I have to thank him for his loyalty, his dedication and joy that he brought into the team.”

From now on, Podolski will only tie his shoes for the Turkish top-flight club Galatasaray, where he joined in July 2015 to score 13 goals in 30 competitive outings.

“It was a hard decision to make. For me, the Mannschaft always has been and always will be an affair of the heart. I feel a great deal of pride: what an amazing time it has been, all that we achieved in these twelve years -- I lived my dream. We won so much with the team,” Podolski said.

Bolt creates athletics history at Rio Rio de Janeiro, Aug 15 (IANS): Star Jamaican athlete Usain Bolt wrote his name in the history books, winning his third consecutive Olympic title in the men’s 100 metre event at the Rio Games here.

The multiple Olympic champion powered to victory in 9.81 seconds here on Sunday.

It was however, one of the tightest races that Bolt has run during his legendary career.

American star Justin Gatlin -- Bolt’s biggest rival in the competition -- was the leader until the closing stages before the Jamaican started to pull away, and had to settle for the silver with an impressive 9.84 seconds.

Andre de Grasse of Canada took bronze with a time of 9.91 seconds.

Sunday’s result saw Bolt win his third successive Olympic gold in the iconic men’s 100m event following his triumphs at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2012 Games in London.

It also cemented his status as one of the greatest sportsmen the world has ever seen. This is also the first step towards Bolt’s target of repeating his 100m, 200m and 4x100m victories at the Beijing 2008 and London 2012 Games.

It was the sweet culmination of a difficult season for Bolt with a hamstring injury and lack of form raising questions on his ability to defend his Olympic titles.

The injury had forced Bolt to skip the national Olympic trials in Jamaica. But the Jamaican legend roared back to form last month by winning the 200m at the Anniversary Games in London.

The 29-year-old praised the crowd in the Olympic Stadium after the race. “It’s unbelievable, the energy they

achieve,” she said. “In gymnastics, reaching the finals is in itself great achievement, and I would like to thank all Indians who prayed for me and trusted me to reach this position,” she added.

“My message to the girls is that women are not behind in anything, and if they work hard, they will achieve the results, even if not immediately.”

Dipa scored a total of 14.8661 points with her first attempt which included 6.000 points for difficulty and 8.866 for execution.

The Tripura gymnast then attempted her renowned Produnova vault in her second attempt. Her run up and the spins in the air were perfect, but the landing saw her falter a bit which ultimately proved to be costly.

The judges awarded Dipa 7.000 points for difficulty and 8.266 for execution and the second attempt total of 15.266 saw her finish with an average of 15.066.

Dipa was at the second spot at that stage behind then leader Steingruber. But she was pushed to the third spot after Maria’s attempt which saw the Russian score 15.266 and 15.241 with her first and second attempts respectively.

The 23-year-old from Agartala soon drooped to the fourth position after Biles brilliant attempt and agonisingly missed out on a medal by 0.15 point margin.

Saramati Nexus Club organizes penalty shoot-out Correspondent PUNGRO, AUG 15 (NPN): The 2nd penalty shoot-out organized by Saramati Nexus Club under the theme ‘Teamwork makes the dream work” was held here at public ground Pungro town on Monday.

The was graced by NIDC chairman, Tovihoto Ayemi as chief guest. In his speech, Tovihoto stressed on the importance of games and urged the players to maintain ‘sportsmanship and sporting spirit’.

Altogether, 14 teams participated in the tournament. Zanger village students union emerged as the winner of the tournament while Faith Ballers Club from Phuvkiu village bagged the runner-up.

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Phelps rules out comeback chances Rio de Janeiro, Aug 15 (IANS): Swimmer Michael Phelps has said that his success at the Rio Olympics ensured he could retire without any regrets, even as he ruled out a return to competition.

The 31-year-old American won five more Olympic titles in Rio, extending his record as the greatest Olympian of all time to 23 gold, three silver and two bronze medals. “This is what I wanted to finish my career. This is the cherry that I wanted to put on the top of the cake,” Phelps told a press conference on Sunday. Phelps announced his retirement after the London 2012 Games but returned to the sport two years ago, citing unfinished business.

The American praised his partner, Nicole Johnson, for helping him to recover from bouts of depression and alcohol abuse. He said his recovery was completed in May with the birth of his son, Boomer. “I am proud of the work I have put in over the last two-plus years to be able to get back to where I am today,” Phelps said.

Phelps added that there was no chance he could be coaxed out of retirement for the Tokyo 2020 Games.

“When I decided to come back I wanted to do it the right way,” he said. “I wanted to challenge myself and see how much more I could do. I don’t have anything that’s left. This is it.

This is the last time you’ll ever see me racing in the water.”

Srikanth reaches Olympic quarterfinals Rio de Janeiro, Aug 15 (PTI): India’s Kidambi Srikanth advanced to the quarterfinals of the men’s singles badminton event after ekeing out a hard-fought win over World No. 5 Jan Jorgensen of Denmark at the Rio Olympics here today.

Coming into the match with a 1-2 head-to-head record, Srikanth dished out an aggressive performance to defeat Jorgensen 21-19 21-19 in a 42-minute battle to keep himself in contention.

The 23-year-old Guntur lad will next take on two-time Olympic champion Lin Dan tomorrow.

In a battle between equals, Jorgensen moved to a 3-1 lead before Srikanth turned the tables reaching 4-3. The duo engaged in a fierce battle of supremacy and moved neck and neck before Srikanth managed to enter the break with a 11-9 advantage.

Srikanth opened up a narrow 17-14 lead at one stage. His shar p retur ns earned him a lot of points even as the Dane kept breathing down his neck with some angled strokes which the Indian found difficult to negotiate.

Jorgensen saved one when Srikanth made a bad judgement and left the shuttle.

However, he sealed it next with another powerful cross court smash.

Srikanth carried on the momentum into the second game and dictated the tempo

Srikanth returns a shot to Denmark’s Jan O Jorgensen during a Men single match on Monday.(AP/PTI) of the fast-paced rallies to reach 8-4 at one stage.

The Indian, however, lost a few points with his backhand returns going to the net.

But Srikanth soon clawed back with three points before the duo moved to 18-

18. The Indian won a parallel rally with Jorgensen going to net and then Srikanth produced a sharp smash to reach the match point. He left the shuttle once again at the baseline before coming up with another smash to seal his place in the quarterfinals.

Murray wins 2nd consecutive Olympic gold Rio de Janeiro, Aug 15 (IANS): Britain’s Andy Murray became the first player in history to win two consecutive gold medals in Olympic men’s singles, downing Argentina’s Juan Martin del Potro 7-5, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 in a hard-fought match here.

The intense match lasted more than four hours on Sunday, with both players -- who had also competed in the doubles tourney in Rio -- becoming steadily more tired and committing assorted unforced errors during the fourth set, reports Efe. The Scot -- the No.2 ranked tennis player in the world -- had won the gold in the event in London in 2012, beating Roger Federer in straight sets. Del Potro had won the bronze on that occasion, after being defeated by

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Murray went out in front by 4-1 in the first set on Sunday, but Del Potro, clearly the underdog but a real fighter and sensing a chance to pick off the Scotsman, fought back to 5-5, whereupon Murray held his serve and took the set.

Del Potro prevailed in the second set, going ahead 2-0 and holding his lead all the way to the 4-6 conclusion.

In the third set, the Argentine initially got to 2-2 but then - beginning to show his fatigue - allowed Murray to easily take four of the next five matches for the set.

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Andy Murray celebrates after winning his second Olympic gold medal. saving two break points.

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Bolt took off his shoes and held them up to the sky as he walked barefoot on the track where he made history. gave me, it’s just great,” he was quoted as saying by the official website of the Rio Games.

“It felt like I was in a football stadium. Thanks for your support, keep on supporting me, I have two more races to go, so watch out,” he added.

“Jamaica stand up. This for you my people.”

Earlier, Bolt had cruised through the morning heats and then ran the fastest time in the semi-finals.

The legendary athlete silenced all doubts over his form with a brisk 9.86 seconds to win the second semifinal in the event. True to his trademark languid style, Bolt seemed to ease off in the final 10 metres but still had enough time to look around to ensure he comfortably beat the rest of the field.

Andre de Grasse was the other athlete in the group to book a spot in the final with 9.92 seconds.

Rio de Janeiro, Aug 15 (IANS): India’s Ravinder Khatri lost to Hungary’s Viktor Lorincz by technical superiority in men’s GrecoRoman 85kg 1/8 finals here on Monday.

The 24-year-old Indian failed to provide any resistance during a 0-9 loss to the World Championship bronze medallist at the Carioca Arena 2 - WR Mat B. Khatri started the first round poorly as he had no answers to the 26-yearold’s moves. Leading 4-0, the Hungarian took one more point to seal the first round in two minutes and 55 seconds.

Lorincz then sealed his place at the 1/4 finals, effecting a huge take-down to gain four more points.

Wrestling rules state that if a point gap of 8 or more is established between a grappler and the opponent, the leading contestant wins the bout by technical superiority.

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