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Sensational murder shocks Dimapur

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, DEC 18 (NPN): Dimapur city was rocked by a sensational murder, when the body of one of its prominent citizens- Kevi Zakiesetuo- was found dead near the boundary wall close to his office of his residence, ‘Zakiesetuo Manor’ on Tuesday at 11:50 am.

Late Kevi Zakiesetuo was 59 and is survived by his wife Suvivono and four children. Born in Khonomoa, late Kevi Zakiesetuo was a member of Dimapur Town Committee, former president of Dimapur District Congress Committee and also former member of All India Congress Committee (AICC) and Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) . Late Kevi had also contested the assembly election in 2003 on a Congress ticket.

The funeral service will be held at late Kevi Zakiesetuo’s residence near DDSC stadium at 2:30 pm on December 19.

Hundreds of shocked colony residents including friends and well wishers thronged the Zakiesato home .

Information about who

3 dead in a road mishap in Phek Correspondent

KIPHIRE, DEC 18 (NPN): In a tragic incident, at least three persons were killed and two others suffered severe injuries when a Mahindra Bolero in which they were travelling met with an accident near Pfutsero under Phek district at around 1:30pm Tuesday.

Out of the five occupants, three died on the spot while two injured were rushed to Naga Hospital Authority Kohima (NHAK).

The cause of the accident could not be ascertained till the time of filing this report.

The deceased have been identified as Paul Asangba Sangtam of Litsaowng village, Antony Tsangmong Tikhir of Pokphur village and T Seliba Sangtam of Langkok village.

Injured person Simon Tsisemong Sangtam has been kept in the ICU while his minor daughter was also admitted in the same hospital.

Owning to late receipt of information, family members could trace the accident spot around 4 pm.

Police and administration from Kiphire, Pfutsero and Kohima and well wishers from nearby villages helped in retrieving the dead bodies.

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saw late Kevi last and what happened on Monday evening when he was believed to be in his office room and what time was he bludgeoned inside and by whom and how his hands and feet tied and mouth duck taped, then dragged and left at the spot where it was discovered, are points the police will have to probe.

Normally crime sites are not disturbed but by the time police arrived the entire place was milling with people.

In order to share information, Commissioner of Police Limasunep Jamir held a press briefing with media late Tuesday evening. He told media that on receipt of information on the discovery of the dead body, a team rushed to the spot. On reaching the spot, the police team discovered the victim had both hands and legs bound and mouth bound by duck tape.

He said the team took immediate cognizance and a case has been registered under section IPC 302.

Limasunep said preliminary investigation revealed that the late Kevi’s office was disturbed and showed signs of a scuffle

Late Kevi Zakiesetuo (File)

with broken materials and blood stains found at various spots in the office. There were also indications that the body was dragged about 15 meters from the office and left at where it was found in the morning.

The inquest report revealed a laceration on the head suspected to have been inflicted by a blunt object. As for the time of murder, Limasunep said the post mortem reports were awaited.

Assuring citizens that the police will leave no stone unturned to unearth the truth, Limasunep also appealed to the family of the deceased and citizens of Dimapur to have faith in Dimapur police. Police have yet to zero in on suspects and motive behind the mur-

der since investigation had only begun. “We do not rule out any possibilities and we are making all efforts to deliver justice,” Limasunep reiterated.

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed under additional deputy commissioner of police (Crime) Relo T Aye along with other members such as - Kaino H Sema, ACP, C Division; Among Jamir (UBI), OC West police station; and N Likao Odyuo (UBI) CI Zone 2 Dimapur.

Additional de puty commissioner of police (Crime), Relo T Aye who also spoke at the briefing stated that post mortem report was awaited and the motive for crime is part of the investigation process.

Taking note of the festive season, CP Limasunep Jamir has also appealed for peace and calm and cautioned against being misled by rumours and fake news on social media.

Will ensure justice is delivered: Rio

State chief minister, Neiphiu Rio, has expressed shock over the demise of Kevi Zakiesatuo, who was found dead Tuesday under

mysterious circumstances, and asserted that the machinery of the state government would leave no stone unturned to ensure that justice is delivered.

In a condolence message, Rio said late Zakiesatuo has been personally known to him for several years and considered him to be a friend. As a political leader, the chief minister said late Zakiesatuo was an approachable person who had a sincere commitment to serve the people, especially the weaker sections of society. He was a prominent and recognized personality of Dimapur and has positively contributed towards the betterment of the city in several ways, Rio said. “We will always remember him with fond memories and his contributions will continue to impact the society in the years to come,” said the chief minister.

In his untimely demise, Rio said the society has lost a loved leader and Dimapur has lost a precious citizen, adding that the vacuum left by him will be difficult to fill and “we will all miss him dearly.”

Produce more handicrafts to reduce plastic use: Rio Correspondent

KOHIMA, DEC 18 (NPN): In line with state government’s policy for restricting the use of plastics in Nagaland, the chief minister Neiphiu Rio has urged the villagers to produce more traditional handicraft items especially to reduce plastic use in the state.

The chief minister told villagers during his maiden visit to the 11 Northern Angami-II A/C villages after he was elected to the 13th Assembly unopposed this year. Rio visited Rusoma village, Dihoma, Gariphema and Kijümetouma village on December 17, 2018.

The chief minister encouraged the local skilled handicraftsmen to produce more items especially bamboo product and export outside village to earn livelihood besides replace plastic use in many cases.

Addressing the gathering at Kijümetouma village bamboo handicraft production & training centre, the chief minister reminded the villagers the importance of sanitation and Swatch Bharat mission campaign.

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Villagers display their handicraft skills during Rio’s visit to Kijümetouma on December 17, 2018. (NP) would be village cleanliness competition under his constituency and assured to award annually for the cleanliest village under local area development fund (LADF).

Rio also stressed the need for organic farming in the state in line with the government of India emphasizing the importance of organic farming in the country.

He urged the Northern Angami villages to set example of organic farming to rest of the state as the area has huge potential and scope to export and earn livelihood to improve rural economic.

Lauding Dihoma village for

officially declaring the village as orange village, Rio encouraged them to produce even more to export outside.

Following the declaration of Open Defecation Free (ODF) in the state last October, the chief minister urged the villagers to strictly adhere to healthy and hygienic living. Rio informed that in the next phase he would visit other villages under his constituency.

Chief minister was accompanied by a host of NDPP leaders of Northern Angami including youth and women, leaders of NDPP, village leaders and others.

6 detained in Mkg for LPG pilferage Case against govt for violating electricity rules DIMAPUR, DEC 18 (NPN): Nagaland Electrical Contractors’ Union (NECU) has filed a writ petition before Gauhati High Court seeking issuance of appropriate writ or order or direction on the State government not to energise Super Market at Kohima as the electrical work was carried out by a civil contractor in total violations of the Indian Electricity Rules, 1956 and government’s standing orders.

In a statement, NECU president Kevichulie Chadi and general secretary HS Rotokha explained that contractors were aggrieved by a work order dated August 8, 2012 in which electrical works were assigned to a non-registered electrical contractor without estimate.

They alleged that the work order was awarded to M/s Golden Traders, which was not registered as an electri(Cont’d on p-11) cal contractor in the electri-

cal inspectorate of the State.

The duo pointed out that the contractor that bagged the order illegally had still not completed the electrical work, and that the external connection was still not done. The union claimed that the chief electrical inspector had earlier asked the urban development director not to allow anyone to do any electrification work other than by a registered electrical contractor. The chief electrical inspector also stated that electrical works should be allotted only to bona fide holders of identity cards issued by the electrical inspectorate.

Further, the power commissioner & secretary (vide an order dated 12.09.2007) had also specified that wiring work should be carried out by an electrical contractor licensed or recognised by the chief electrical inspector. And, on completion of the work,

a test certificate by the electrical contractor should be submitted to the power department while applying for power connection, the union added.

NECU said Section 45 of Indian Electricity Rules, 1956 under clause (2) provided that no electrical installation work carried out in contravention of sub-rule (1) should either be energised or connected to the works of any supplier.

The release claimed that the union had already submitted a representation to the authority concerned pleading not to give clearance to energise for the electrical work – “Re-Construction of Super Market Kohima” – as per the norms and rules of the Indian Electricity Rules, 1956.

NECU said that the electrification work carried out by the non-registered electrical contractor was illegal and in gross violation

Accept DL in electronic format: Centre to states

Water supply disrupted in Dmu

NSCN(R) expels ‘army chief’

DIMAPUR, DEC 18 (NPN): Mokokchung superintendent of police (SP) has assigned Special Operation Team (SOT) of police a special task of checking alleged pilferage of LPG cylinders, following discontentment among customers.

Accordingly, SOT of Mokokchung police has started checking, frisking and monitoring movements of LPG-laden trucks.

The move followed suspicion by the customers of a foul play as the cylinders available in the market sold by the agencies seemed to be weighing lighter than the normal actual weight.

Meanwhile, in a press release, the SP claimed that, acting on specific inputs, an SOT team found two LPGladen trucks parked on the road suspiciously for quite some time near Mongsenyimti village on the early morning of December 15.

NEW DELHI, DEC 18 (PTI): The Union transport ministry has asked states to facilitate acceptance of driving licence and other documents like vehicle registration certificates in electronic format by enforcement agencies.

Vehicle owners can also show their documents like driving licence, RCs and insurance certificates through mobile apps like Digilocker and mParivahan app, the Road Transport and Highways Ministry said Tuesday while issuing a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to states.

The enforcement agencies like traffic and transport departments can simultaneously access these details from eChallan app, which has data for online verification of vehicle and its licence status, it said. The move is aimed at doing away with the handling of documents physically by enforcement

When the SOT personnel approached these trucks, they found the drivers and helpers doing a pilferage of the LPG cylinders.

The SOT seized 181 caps, four pockets of sealing caps, three refill nozzles used for siphoning off gas from the filled cylinders to empty cylinders and Rs 54,000 in cash from their possession.

All the six persons were detained and the two trucks loaded with LPG cylinders, along with the seized items, were brought to Mokokchung police station I for further investigation. A case has been registered under sections 285/336/407/420/379/34 of IPC and Section 7 o Essential Commodities Act. The district police chief claimed that the arrested persons admitted of committing the crime of siphoning off filled LPG cylinders to refill empty

agencies. Citizens would also escape from harassment of the collection of documents after paying challans, according to the ministry.

Vehicle owners be allowed to present their documents like certificate of registration, insurance, fitness and permit, driving licence, certificate for pollution under check and any other relevant documents, etc in electronic format, the ministry said in a statement.

“They may now not be required to carry these documents in hard formats.

Electronic form with reference to information, means any information generated, sent, received or stored in media, magnetic, optical, computer memory, micro film ...,” it said.

The ministry urged the states that the SOP may be adopted for ensuring compliance with the provisions of rule 139 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.

cylinders and selling these for their personal gains.

According to the SP, 306 cylinders each were loaded on to these two trucks at Tinsukia supply point. During transportation, the accused clandestinely sold the filled cylinders to roadside vendors and hotels at Rs 850 per cylinder. And on receipt of the empty cylinders, the accused refilled these by extracting gas from the filled cylinders by using twin nozzle metal pipe apparatus, one end of which was inserted into a filled cylinder kept vertically up and the other end into an empty cylinder that got refilled with gas due to difference of pressure. Later, the nozzle was disconnected after the desired amount of gas was extracted. After that, the cylinders were secured with cylinder caps and seals, he explained.

People can produce the documents or other information either through the Digilocker app or the mParivahan app.

They can download the Driving Licence or the Registration Certificate through these apps and store on their mobile devices. The statement said they can also show particulars relating to the Driving Licence or the RC through the mParivahan app on mobile through internet connectivity. The enforcement agencies can simultaneously access these details from eChallan app, which has data for on-line verification of vehicle and its license status, it said.

“Off-line verification of mParivahan QR Code is also available on this platform. The enforcement agencies can use normal android mobile apps for this purpose. This is irrespective of whether the state has implemented Vahanl Sarathi

or not, provided the data from these states are regularly updated in the National Register. The enforcement agencies can also carry out complete challaning operation including tagging of the Driving Licence or the Certificate of Registration for impounding or suspension,” it said. This step is likely to benefit both the enforcement agencies as they need not physically handle any document, their office need not maintain any inventory or record, and the citizens as they will escape harassment to collect document after the payment of compounding fees as the challan when disposed would automatically update the record in the Database, it said.

“This fast, transparent and accountable system will also ensure real-time availability of offence status to the transport and traffic enforcement officers and the citizens,” it added.

DIMAPUR, DEC 18 (NPN): Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) has informed all the registered consumers at Dimapur town that department was not in a position to supply water because the main pipeline of 300mm diameter conveying water supply to Dimapur town from Chumukedima Water Treatment Plant has been damaged during construction of four-lane works of NH-29.

In a press release, PHED Dimapur urban division executive engineer Vikeduolie stated that process of laying the new pipelines would start once the National Highway levelling works were completed.

In this regard, the executive engineer has requested consumers of Dimapur town and adjoining areas to bear with the department for the inconvenience caused.

DIMAPUR, DEC 18 (NPN): In a major development, NSCN (Reformation) Tuesday announced the expulsion of its ‘army chief ’ Jackson Pochury for his alleged anti-social and anti-national activities.

According to a statement issued by ministry of infor mation (MIP), NSCN(R) claimed that the immediate provocation was Jackson’s alleged threat to the collective leadership of the organisation of dire consequences, which was serious issue as far as Naga yehzabo (constitution) was concerned.

NSCN(R) claimed the second issue was violation of the organisation’s discipline B that stipulates that every member would be guided by moral sense of responsibility and uplift the moral standard of the country.

According to NSCN(R) the most serious violation,

of its legal constitutional rights as guaranteed under the Constitution of India and the Indian Electricity Rules 1956.

Rotokha said the union was happy and felt secure that advocate Kezhokhoto Savi was representing it in the case as counsel, adding that Savi was well known for his integrity and as someone who truly worked for social cause. Asserting that it would not compromise with “justice”, the NECU general alleged that in the past too several unauthorised works had been executed in public offices, including some top VIP official bungalows and residences. He asserted that this time the union would fight till justice was delivered, adding the success of the legal fight would also amount to public welfare.

The two NECU leaders also wished every citizen a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

was Jackson’s “ulterior motive” to form a parallel organisation. NSCN(R) accused Jackson of plotting a “ devilish plan”, by trying to force Makury region chairman Tuitimiu Makury to hand over all arms from eastern sector and to convince him to form a parallel organisation. However, it said Tuitimiu refused to hand over any arms by stating that these belonged to the GPRN and not the Naga Army chief.

NSCN(R) thanked Tuitimiu for his loyalty in the incident took place on December 13.

NSCN(R) narrated the series of defections by Jackson. It said he first defected from NSCN (K) and joined NSCN (IM), before again defecting and joining NSCN (Unification). Later Jackson again defected and joined NSCN(R) in December 2015 as “lieutenant colo(Cont’d on p-11) nel”.

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Merama khel community building inaugurated

Vilelie Khamo, elders and others after unveiling the monolith of Merama Community Hall at Phesama village. (Vimezo Zashümo) DIMAPUR: A 4-storeyed community building of Merama Khel, Phesama Village designed to cater multipurpose was inaugurated by Vilelie Khamo, Class-1 contractor on Tuesday.

In his speech, Khamo encouraged the Khel to utilise the building purposefully and make it a legacy for the coming generation.

He recalled the ingenuity of those who had sacrificed and contributed towards

the building construction.

During the inauguration ceremony, Ketoupuzo Lhoushe, convenor, building committee gave a brief report on the 4-storeyed building. The structure, provisioned for hosting tourists and guests has conference hall, kitchen, dining space, bedded rooms and suites. “The building can also be a source of income generation for the Khel youths,” the convenor said.

The structure costing about Rs. 72 lakh was esigned by Richard Belho.

The programme was chaired by Neilhouvi Chütso. Short speeches were delivered by Kethozhapu Sahu and Vichüsa Zashümo. The ceremony was also attended by other Khel representatives, villagers from the Southern Angami villages, frontal organisations and student bodies.

Folk songs were presented by women folk.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2018

KMC holds inter-ward cleanliness competition

news in Brief NPA general meeting: Nagaland Press Association (NPA) general meeting along with pre-Christmas lunch will be held on December 19 at 11 am at Hotel Saramati Dimapur. In this regard, NPA has requested all registered members of NPA, including individuals and institutions not registered with NPA, to attend along with any agenda that concerns the media fraternity. Identity cards of those who have registered will also be distributed on the day.

PSU presidential council: Pochury Students’ Union (PSU) has convened emergency presidential council meeting on December 20 at 10 am at the Hoho Building Union’s HQ Meluri. All the affiliated unit resident, subordinate bodies have been requested to attend the meeting.

Unity Club T. Khel Kohima village annual day: Unity Club T. Khel Kohima village will be observing its 39th annual day on December 23 at 12:30 p.m. at T. Khel Indoor Stadium, Kohima village. All its members and well wishers have been invited to attend the programme.

1st Northeast Summit to be held at Niathu Resort, Dimapur: Government of Nagaland in partnership with UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI), co-hosted by International Chamber for Service Industry (ICSI) will be holding its 1st Northeast Summit “Developing Northeast through the power of entrepreneurship” on December 20 and 21 at Niathu Resort, Dimapur, Nagaland.

Seized IMFL destroyed: Excise mobile squad unit on Tuesday destroyed 3385 bottles of assorted liquor at the destruction programme held at the premises of the directorate of excise and prohibition. The liquor were seized between June 2018 to November 2018 by the excise mobile squad. The destruction programme was chaired by inspector of excise, Limatola Kichu and began with an invocation by inspector, Limatemsu. Additional commissioner of excise, Kevisetuo Angami congratulated the mobile squad and encouraged them to work harder. A report on the seizure made during the above mentioned period was given by superintendent of mobile squad, Katoho Sumi.

NSU Kolkata conducts blood donation camp KOHIMA: Naga Students’ Union Kolkata (NSUK) successfully conducted a blood donation camp at Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata, in collaboration with Nagaland House Kolkata on Saturday.

T h e p u z o Ke y h o, NSUK president, in a press release stated that the camp was conducted to facilitate a good working relationship NPCC general secretary, Lanu handing over the pamphlets at the launching with the hospital in view of of Jan Sampark Abhiyan to the DCC president Watimongba Aier at the DCC the needs faced by many office on December 17. (NP) Naga patients undergoing medical treatments in Kolkata.

The union further informed patients that any Naga patient seeking to be admitted into Tata Medical Centre, may contact the NSUK executive members at +91 9089969066.

The union also expressed its gratitude to Renbeni Ngullie, deputy resident commissioner Nagaland House for putting logistics necessary for the success of the camp at their disposal.

A total of 17 students from Students of Bravo School of Music (BSM) Wokha performing at its 2nd Music Nagaland donated their blood on the occasion.

Recital at Town Hall, Wokha on Monday. (NP)

Golden jubilee celebration of PSU

Administrator KMC, Kovi Meyase with the winners.

Dimapur: The 8th annual inter-ward cleanliness competition-cumpre-Christmas celebration 2018 organized by Kohima Municipal Council for all the 19 wards was held on December 15.

In the cleanest ward award, Lower Chandmari (ward 13) bagged the first position followed by Porterlane (ward 14) and P.R. Hill (ward 19) in second

DIMAPUR: Philimi Students’ Union (PSU) celebrated its golden jubilee at Philimi village on Tuesday with principal, DIET Zunheboto, Yevito Chisho as special guest.

The monolith was unveiled by Chisho in the premises of PSU Library Hall and dedicated by PBC pastor, Vikhashe Kiho.

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was retired joint director, School Education, Vikuto Wotsa who spoke on the motto of PSU - “Brighten every Corner.” He encouraged leaders of Philimi be it in secular or spiritual field to spread positive leadership and work for progress of the society. He urged Philimi community not to let pride fill within them but to pray for more leaders.

“We all want good

things in life but don’t live life accordingly. In all things, you must first know God, “ he told the students. Vikuto also urged the students to respect their parents and judiciously utilize the hard earned money of their parents. He told the students to take advantage of technology in a positive manner.

Philimi GB, Nihoto Swu also exhorted the

gathering during the programme.

Philimi Students’ Union Dimapur performed the opening ceremony act.

During the prog r a m m e, Rev T h i l i h e Yeptho released the jubilee souvenir.

Earlier, a minute’s silence was observed remembering those who worked for PSU and were no more living.

tions. The winner in this category was exempted from trade tax for a period of one year while the second and the third positions were exempted for six and three months respectively.

Ngunyi and Nelie received the best sanitary worker award under KMC. Both received cash incentives of Rs. 5000 each.

Free winter workshop for students

Officials of NSC along with the participants after the workshop.

DIMAPUR: Nagaland Science Centre (NSC), Innovation hub, Dimapur under department of Science and Technology conducted three-day free winter workshop on the theme “ignite young innovative minds” and “robotics” for elementary and secondary students from December 13 to 15.

A press release by

Nagaland Science Centre junior mentor, Vikuovotuo Zhale stated that, students were practically taught one on one and exposed to various subjective areas.

They were also introduced to lego-building and robotics programming where at the end of the day lego robotics line follower competition was also conducted.

Richard Rikhio, curator Nagaland Science Centre in his speech on the last day of the workshop applauded the students for their active participation.

He stressed on the need and importance of students to technically think outside the box and act differently.

He urged the students to register in the innova-

tion hub with their innovative ideas and projects, and also stressed on how one could nurture one’s ideas and technically develop oneself with the facilities and resources available.

The workshop ended with awarding prizes for best performing participants and certificates to all workshop participants.

AST condemns Dec 10 arson incident

Kohima: Akeda Sangtamlaru Thsingmujang (AST) has condemned the “atrocious act” of arson allegedly by GPRN/ NSCN Kilonser Hukato and his cadres at Sangtamtilla village on December 10. Condemning the act, AST general secretary, Atsala Anar said that such kind of threatening the general public was uncalled for and should be condemned by every right thinking citizen.

Further, AST warned that such kind of inhuman acts were inexcusable in the eyes of law and urged the law enforcing agencies to book the culprits at the earliest.

Special guest Yevito Chisho along with others after unveiling the monolith on Tuesday.

and third positions.

They received a cash prizes of Rs. 50,000, Rs.30,000 and Rs. 20,000 along with running trophies and certificate.

The cleanest shop award was won by M/s Kohima Digital Electronic, main town followed by M/s K.S. Florist, Old Taxi Stand and M/s United Traders, main town in second and third posi-

NCC Senior Wing Girls Battalion, Peren Government College went on a one day exposure trip to Nagaland Zoological Park on December 11 with NCC teacher-in-charge, assistant professor PGC, Kangyichule Hegui, to enlighten and refresh the minds of the cadets as apart from their academic curriculum and studies. (Media cell PGC)

NSCN (I-M) expresses gratitude

DIMAPUR: NSCN (I-M) through its MIP has expressed gratitude to the Naga Students’ Union Delhi, Eastern Naga Students’ Union Delhi and Nagas in Delhi for organizing a condolence programme in honour of Gen. (Retd.) Kholi Konyak, vicepresident of GPRN on December 13 at Nagaland House, New Delhi.

MIP thanked all tribal organizations for receiving the mortal remains of late Kholi and the Naga Hoho and Naga Council Dimapur for organizing a public reception programme at Agri Expo, 4th Mile, Dimapur on December 13. It also thanked Angami

Public Organization (Kohima), Rengma Hoho (Tseminyu), Lotha Hoho (Wokha), Ao Senden (Mokokchung), Konyak Union of Mon and Tobu for the warm reception and hospitality accorded to the entourage of late Kholi during his final journey to his native village and all those who escorted to CHQ Hebron from Dimapur.

NSCN (I-M) has also extended appreciation to all the Naga Political Groups (NPGs), Government of India, leaders of Nagaland Legislative Assembly, political parties, Nagaland Government and police, revolutionary fraternity from the North East

region, all the Naga and non-Naga civil society organizations/unions, students’ unions/associations, indigenous organizations, church leaders, volunteers, media fraternity and well-wishers for always having stood with the Naga Nation. Meanwhile, MIP said that the mortal remains of the late Kholi had been laid to rest at Wangshu village, about eight kilometers from Tobu with full honor. NSCN (I-M) said it will cherish the love and respect shown to the late Kholi and the GPRN. Further, NSCN (I-M) extended Christmas greetings and Happy New Year to all.

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Dr. T. Ao 100th birth anniversary observed

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(L-R) Chubarenla Longchari. Commemoration programme of Dr. T. Ao’s 100th birth anniversary on December 18 at Wokha. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: A lecture on late Dr. Talimeren Ao, in commemoration of his 100th birth anniversary, was held at Forest Colony Community Hall, Kohima on Tuesday.

According to DIPR, the programme was organised by the Department of Youth Resource & Sports in collaboration with the Department of Information and Public Relations.

Giving a brief introduction on late Dr. T. Ao, Youth Resource & Sports Officer (DYRSO) Chubarenla Longchari said that Dr. T. Ao captained the first free Indian football team to 1948 London Olympics.

He was the Flag Bearer of the Indian contingents at the Wimbley Stadium, London during the opening

ceremony of the Olympics on July 29, 1948.

She said that at a press conference in London, the Indian were asked why they played bare footed, where Dr. Ao replied “we play football in India, whereas you play bootball”, the British were impressed by the barefooted Indian footballers, which splashed in the newspapers of London in the next day.

“Talimeren Ao, popularly known as Dr. T. Ao was born to Reverend Subong Wati Ningdangri and Maonsangla Chankilari in the then Naga hills of the individual state of Assam.

From his early childhood, Dr. T. Ao displayed a strong inclination towards sports and athletic activities” she said.

Chubarenla pointed

out that Dr. T. Ao displayed a strong inclination towards sports and athletic activities. He excelled not only in his studies, but also in football and other sports. In 1937, he was awarded the Best Sportsperson Trophy in the Inter High School tournament in Jorhat, and was the individual athletic champion of Cotton College for three consecutive years. He also won individual championship in athletics of Calcutta University in 1946 and 1947.

“Dr. T. Ao played for Cotton College in the reputed Maharana Club of Guwahati till 1942. In 1943, he joined the renowned Mohun Bagan Club of Calcutta and played for the Club for nine years (194351) and captained it for two years. Established as a

KTAD celebrates silver jubilee

Jubilee choir presenting special number during the celebration.

Staff Reporter D I M A P U R , D EC 1 8 (NPN): Kaketshir Telungjem Aoyimkum Dimapur (KTAD) celebrated its silver jubilee at Panchayat Hall here on Tuesday, with professor OTS Dimapur, Dr. Pangernungba Kechu as main speaker.

Dr. Pangernungba in his speech said that Nagas

have the capability and the will to imitate anyone and any culture but lacked in skill, quality and originality of “our” own culture. In this regard, he said that Nagas as a whole have fallen behind and urged the youth to bring changes, solutions and be pioneers to new ideas. He mentioned that “our definition should not be imposed by others”.

Panger also mentioned that success should not be a measure of one’s wealth and qualification but be measured by the content of one’s character. He was of the view that education has completely changed in a way that numbs the creativity of a student. He therefore encouraged the students gathered to utilize the opportunities provided

CMO office Dimapur gets ambulance

Airport director handing over the ambulance key to CMO Dimapur on Tuesday.

DIMAPUR: Airport Authority of India (AAI) Dimapur Tuesday donated a fully equipped ambulance (Force Traveller) to the office of chief medical officer (CMO)Dimapur.

The ambulance key was handed over to CMO Dimapur, Dr. K. Vikato Kinimi by director AAI Dimapur, M. Zhimo in the presence of DC Dimapur, Sushil Kumar Patel.

According to CMO office Dimapur, Dr. K. Vikato Kinimi promised that trained health personnel and technicians would K Y M C

be identified and deputed to make the ambulance fully operational at the earliest. He further said that the ambulance will also be used to give medical coverage to official guests and VIPs invited to the state.

Dr. Kinimi expressed gratitude towards the officials of AAI especially D.K. Kamra, regional executive director, NE Region Guwahati and M. Zhimo, airport director, AAI Dimapur, for the donation. He also thanked former deputy commissioner Kesonyu

Yhome, the former airport director Venkat, and Dr. Antoly Suu, deputy CMO for initiating the process.

Other officials who attended the function included Dr. Antoly Suu, Dy CMO, H. Paul, AGM (Finance), S. Amenla Aier, asstt. manager (HR), M. Ponger, AGM (Engg-Elect), Dr. Imtiwabong, DVBO, Dr. C. Tetseo, NTCP, Dr. Rebecca, DPO(UIP/ RCH), Dr. Heto, ZLO, Kikolul Khieya, asst. director, UVBDS, Samuel, FSO, and staff under CMO Dimapur.

in abundance by the visual world in positive means.

Later, the jubilee book was released by Moatoshi Longkumer, MLA, where he said that jubilee should be a celebration of thanksgiving to God. He also urged the gathering to ponder why Nagas have back slide in many areas and try to come up with ways and means to march forward and not back ward.

Chairman, Aoyimkum Village Council, L. Nukshi Ozukum and president, AKTD, Lanutoshi also spoke on the programme. Earlier, invocation was done by pastor ABC, Rev. I. Temsu Aier and welcome speech by president, KTAD, Imliakum Lkr. Songs were also presented by jubilee choir and Opanglangba.

Vote of thanks was delivered by convenor, jubilee planning committee, A. Temsu Pongener and benediction by associate pastor women, ABC, I. Asenla Jamir.

PBCZ dedicates new church building D I M A P U R : T h e n ew church building of Police Baptist Church Zunheboto (PBCZ) was dedicated by executive secretary, Nagaland Baptist Church Association (NBCA), Rev. Dr. Hukashe Zhimomi on December 16.

A press release from SP Zunheboto stated that, additional SP Zunheboto and church construction convenor delivered welcome address. He expressed gratitude to all rank and file of DEF Zunheboto for their tireless efforts in the construction of the church building. Rev. Ahoshe unit pastor thanked SP Zunheboto Uniel Kichu under whose leadership and supervision the church construction was completed and dedicated for the glory of God. He also expressed gratitude to all the pioneers who have contributed immensely towards the construction of the church building.

Rev. Dr. Hukashe Zhimomi delivered the message on “mission of Church”. The programme was chaired by Rev. Ahoshe Yeptho unit pastor PBCZ.

soccer star, Dr. T. Ao was chosen to play in the Indian team, Indian XI against the European teams and also led the Indian Football team in exhibition matches in Hong Kong, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and Dacca.

With him in the team, Bengal won the provincial Santosh Trophy in 1945 at Bombay” said Chubarenla.

“Dr. T. Ao became the first Naga director of Health Services when Nagaland attained Statehood in 1963 and held the post till retirement in 1978.

Though in service, his zeal for sports did not diminish. He encouraged local football talents, organised medical football team and took keen interest in local tournaments” she added.

Agri-link road inaugurated at Kezoma village DIMAPUR: Newly constructed Agri-link road and Marketing Shed under MGNREGA at Kezoma Village was inaugurated by project director DRDA, Kohima, Alemla J. Chishi, in the presence of BDO R.D Block, Jakhama, Khovi Thaprii, on December 12.

According to VDB secretary, Kezoma, Zadekhweto Zecho, the project director lauded the VDB and village council for their coordination in taking up developmental activities relating to welfare and security of the people.

Khovi, who also addressed the gathering stressed on the importance and significance of community development.

Interactions session was also held and issues concerning critical gap and major challenges faced by the villagers were discussed.

Dr. T. Ao passed away after a brief illness on September 13, 1998, leaving behind a legacy of laudable achievements. He occupied a special place in the arena of sports and games, particularly football, not only in Nagaland but in the whole country.

District Sports Officer also highlighted the activities carried out as part of the year long centenary celebration of Dr. T. Ao and thanked the District Public Relations Officer and staff for screening the documentary of Dr. T. Ao and the youth of Forest colony and Mewibogei for participating in the programme.

District Youth Resource and Sports Officer also presented a pair of footballs to the youth during the programme.

WOKHA: The 100th birth anniversary of late Dr. T. Ao was also observed WDVCCA & WDVDBA conference hall, Wokha.

According to DIPR, during the programme a brief introduction of Dr. T Ao life history was delivered by DYRO, Neilhousatuo Kense Awareness and scenario on HIV and AIDS in the district was highlighted by DPO (DAPCU), Lichumo Odyuo and screening of the documentary of Dr. T. Ao was done by the department of Information and Public Relations.

3 TSU night tuition school silver jubilee celebration culminates Correspondent Kohima , D e c 1 8 (NPN): Tsütuonuomia Students Union (TSU) night tuition school 25 years culmination programme was held at T. Khel Indoor stadium here on Tuesday.

The programme was held on the theme “Threading on the right part of education”.

The programme was blessed with a prayer by past pupil, Kezhakietuo Belho followed by Oli Music Centre singing the T. Khel anthem.

The night school was established to help the weaker section and students to develop regular study habit.

Secretary, Nagaland State Social Welfare Board, P. Daisy Mezhür Sekhose graced the occasion as special guest and encouraged the students to work harder and aim higher.

Sekhose also advised the parents to help their children pursue their dreams by helping them realise their passion.

The secretary further reminded the students to take decision wisely on what they want by following their dreams and to not forget the basic manners and hard work that begins from home. She also told the students that without basic wisdom and teaching from parents at home, book

P. Daisy Mezhür Sekhose

knowledge was nothing.

APP law and justice department, Nagaland Thejasenuo Solo, who was an ex-student of the night school, also shared her experience on how the night school has helped her in studies.

She said by going to the night school, she was able to keep her regular routine of studies, especially during her HSLC. Solo further encouraged the students to cultivate the habit of reading.

According to social and cultural secretar y Neizovolie Solo, 80 students have registered for this current year.

Meanwhile, TSU has elected a new team of executive members with Kekhriesituo Sekhose as president, Keneilhouzo Solo as vice president, Neizovolie Solo as general secretary along with ten others.

DAYO observes foundation day

Dimapur Ao Youth Organization officials with founder members of Foothill Unit and Ao Unions of Naga United, Aoyim, Khehukhu and Showuba area.

D IMAPUR: Foo thil l Unit-Dimapur Ao Lanur Telongjem (youth organization) under the aegis of Dimapur Ao Lanur Telongjem (DALT) held its foundation day on Tuesday.

A press release from DALT president, Aotemsu and vice president, Tiatemsü stated that, all Ao lanur (youth) between

20 to 55 years residing from Naga United to Nuiland and Seithekima to Kuhuboto will fall on this jurisdiction.

Seasonal chairman Achen Imchen stated that their purpose was to unify/ strengthen and to uphold the Ao Naga identity and Nagas in general.

It also stated that the Foothill Unit DALT

should move forward in society and work with unity and be truth and justice seeker for the Nagas.

E a r l i e r, t h e p r o gramme began with an invocation by pastor Yanger Ozukum (Showuba area Ao Baptist Fellowship), and Satem Lemtur pastor (Naga United Ao Baptist Arogo) dedicated the new team.

Kashiho releases DoSWC jubilee souvenir Director of Soil and Water Conservation, Viliehu Nguzhu congratulated the officers and staff, both past and present for their services rendered to the state and also towards growth of the department.

He also mentioned that the primary strength of the department was skilled and professionally competent manpower.

He further added that he was confident that the department will take up any challenge with highest standard of professional efficiency and decorum.

Presentation on revamping of state land use board was delivered by K. Khekiho Shohe, joint director. The programme was chaired by Vikeyie Kenya, commissioner and secretary.

Kashiho and others releasing the DoSWC 50 years jubilee souvenir.

DIMAPUR: Minister of Soil and Water Conservation, Geology and Mining, V. Kashiho Sangtam released the 50 years jubilee souvenir of the Department of Soil and Water Conservation (DoSWC) at the directorate’s conference hall.

According to SDO (C) Wondangbeni Kikon, the minister after releasing the souvenir said that fifty years was a good span of time to take stock of past performances and to work out better strategies for future challenges.

He also encouraged the department to work with dedication, sincerity and to excel.

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Assam okays Rs 600 cr farm loan waiver

Women planting rice in a paddy field in Assam. (File)

Guwahati, Dec 18 (PTI): The BJP government in Assam has approved Rs 600 crore farm loan waiver which it said will benefit around eight lakh farmers of the state, a move that comes in the backdrop of debt woes of farmers becoming a major issue in the run up to the Lok Sabha elections.

The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting held on Monday night. Assam is the third state to waive farm loans in the last few days after the newly formed Congress governments in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh announced it on Monday.

States which have earlier waived farm loans are Karnataka, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab.

According to the Assam government scheme,

it will write off 25 per cent loan of farmers up to a maximum of Rs 25,000 of all farm debts, state government spokesperson and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary said.

The waiver will be for all the loans taken through Kisan Credit Card (KCC) and from PSU banks, he said.

The government has also sanctioned an interest relief scheme which will enable around 19 lakh farmers to take loans at zero interest from the next financial year, he said.

“The debt relief scheme for farmers will waive 25 per cent of all loans taken till now. The benefit will be up to a maximum of Rs 25,000.

This scheme will immediately benefit around eight

lakh farmers,” he said.

Due to these schemes there will be an additional burden of Rs 600 crore on the state exchequer this fiscal. “For the next fiscal, we will have to do budgetary provision for the schemes,” Patowary said.

The cabinet also approved subsidy up to Rs 10,000 to incentivise farmers if they take loan from KCC. “There will be interest relief scheme of up to four per cent for farmers. There will be interest relief from the state government so that farmers get crop loan at zero interest from next financial year,” Patowary said adding that around 19 lakh farmers across the state are expected to take the benefit of it.

The Congress, Left and other parties have been tar-

geting the BJP-led central government over the issue of farm distress. The principal opposition made farm loan waiver a major electoral issue in the recent Assembly polls in which it wrested power from the BJP in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan, Congress president Rahul Gandhi said on Tuesday that he will not let Prime Minister Narendra Modi sleep until all farms loans have been waived, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi had on Sunday blamed the Congress for the agrarian crisis in the country.

The newly for med Congress governments in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh had waived farm loans within hours of being sworn in.

In other decisions, the Assam cabinet enhanced the state Freedom Fighters’ pension from Rs 20,000 to Rs 21,000.

The meeting also approved the formation of a Micro and Small Enterprises Facilitation Council to help the growth of MSME sector in the state, the minister said.

The government also sanctioned Rs 32.72 crore loan from National Cooperative Development Corporation for revival of a jute mill at Nagaon, he added.

Gadkari to launch projects worth Rs 9,533 cr in Arunachal

Itanagar, Dec 18 (IANS): Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari is likely to lay the foundation for national highways projects worth Rs 9,533 crore in Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday, officials said on Tuesday.

To be accompanied by Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju, Gadkari would inaugurate bridges across Dibang and Lohit river in Roing.

“The total length of this project is 30.95 km and cost Rs 1,508.30 crore,” officials said, adding the Minister will also inaugurate the recently two-laned, 25.14 km Mahadevpur to Buri Dihing section of NH-52 B, constructed

ata cost of Rs 136.60 crore and 22.23 km Bordumsa- Namchik section of NH-52 B, constructed at a cost of Rs 189.91 crore.

“In addition to this, Gadkari will also lay the foundation for about 96.47 km of national highways projects costing Rs 2114.82 crore in Roing. These include two laning of the 74.86 km Roing-Hunli section of Hunli-Anini Road (NH 313) at a cost of Rs 1,718.59 crore, two laning of the 11.31 km Hayuliang-Hawai road section of NH 113 at Rs 256.66 crore and the 10.3 km Hunli-Anini section of NH 313 at a cost of Rs 139.37 crore,” officials said.

“In Ziro, Gadkari will lay the foundation for 472 km of national highways costing Rs 5,583.92 crore. These

Sailo elected Speaker of Mizoram Assembly

Lalrinliana Sailo

Aizawl, Dec 18 (PTI): Lalrinliana Sailo of the ruling Mizo National Front (MNF) was Tuesday elected as the Speaker of the Mizoram Assembly.

Pro-tem speaker Lalrinawma declared Sailo as elected unopposed as the opposition parties did not field any candidate.

Sailo said that in a deviation from the past, supplementary questions in the Assembly would now be allowed even if the minister concerned is absent to reply to the queries.

The minister in-charge of any department can authorise another minister to reply on his behalf, he said.

“It was earlier practised that no supplementary questions were allowed when the minister in-charge of the department was absent,” he said.

Sailo said that he did not find any clause in the rules of procedures of the state legislature that bars a minister, who is not incharge of the department, to reply to questions.

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get them picked up from the airport or the railway station on their return.

He appealed to the members to maintain House decorum to ensure that the state legislature continued to enjoy the reputation of one of the finest legislatures in the country.

Zoramthanga, opposition Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) group leader Lalduhoma, Congress Legislature Party (CLP) leader Zodintluanga, former speaker Lalchamliana and the lone BJP legislator Dr Buddha Dhan Chakma congratulated Sailo in his election as the Speaker and appealed him to remain impartial.

Earlier, pro-tem speaker Lalrinawma administered the oath to 38 members, of whom 20 were freshers.

include the 26.12 km Akajan-LikabaliBame road at Rs 374.73 crore, and 6 packages on Joram-Kolorlang Road on NH 713 for a total length of 94.39 km, at a cost Rs 1,253.19 crore. The Minister will also re-launch a project for two laning of 351.38 km of Potin to Pangin section of NH 229 at a cost of Rs 3,956 crore,” officials said.

These projects will improve the connectivity between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh and between district headquarters in the state by reducing travel time and distance.

The projects will create new employment opportunities for people in the region and ensure socio-economic development. These projects are also of strategic importance to the nation.

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Lalduhoma to vacate Aizawl West-I seat

Aizawl, Dec 18 (PTI): Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) leader Lalduhoma, who won from two seats in the recent Assembly elections, would vacate the Aizawl West-I constituency seat, the party said Tuesday.

Lalduhoma would retain the Serchip seat, a ZPM press statement issued here said.

It said that ZPM block leaders of the Serchhip and Aizawl West-I were consulted by the party high command before the decision was made.

A meeting of the ZPM caucus on Monday decided that in view of the future of the party, it would be better to retain the Serchhip seat, the statement said.

Lalduhoma, who was the chief ministerial candidate of the ZPM during the hustings, defeated five-time chief minister Lal Thanhawla, in the latter's home turf in the November 28 Assembly polls.

Lal Thanhawla had won from the Serchhip seat seven times since 1984 and lost only once in 1998.

Lalduhoma also defeated sitting legislator and former minister K Sangthuama of the Mizo National Front (MNF) in the prestigious Aizawl West-I seat.

Dearest Akumsenla L Jamir.

We wish u a very happy birthday on this day the 19th of Dec 2018 as u turn 5 year. We pray that God will keep u safe n may he grant all your wishes n life. Once again wishing u a very happy birthday.

From Your Loving Family

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Manipur observes Minorities Rights Day

Manipur CM N Biren Singh at the Minorities Rights Day observation function in Imphal on Tuesday. (NP) Correspondent

IMPHAL, Dec 18: Minorities Rights Day, hosted

by Manipur State Minorities Commission (MSMC), was observed in Imphal’s Chandrakirti auditorium on Tuesday.

Speaking on the occasion, chief minister N Biren Singh stressed the need for a concerted effort of all section of the society to ease the notion of differentiating majority and minority among the communities living in Manipur.

The state government has constituted a state level committee with representatives from all political parties in the state as members in order to identify weakness areas of the minorities.

The committee has been entrusted to identify developmental needs at the minority dominated areas and suggest the government the work needed to be done for their upliftment, he added.

He said that the state government was set to take up various developmental

works under a pilot project in minority dominated areas of the state in order to breach the gap. Lilong (in Thoubal district) being the most important minority area of the state, works for the said project would be taken up first at the locality, he added.

The developmental works would be extended to other minority areas as well in due course of time, he said.

As part of this new initiative of the government, a market shed worth Rs

4.30 crore exclusively for Meitei-Pangal (Manipuri Muslim) womenfolk would be constructed at Lilong.

The foundation stone for the same would be laid as soon as possible, the chief minister informed.

Apart from it, a Sadbhavana Mandap and a 50-bedded hostel for boys and girls would also be constructed at the locality as soon as possible, Singh said.

The chief minister further announced that around 1500-2000 minority families have been identified to provide benefits under PMAY housing scheme.

In order to provide skill development training to minority youths, Industrial Training Institute (ITI), Lilong would be upgraded to an advanced skill development training centre, he added.

MSMC chairman Dr Syed Burhan-Uddin, chairman of Manipur State Haj Committee Moulana Abdus Salam, MSMC members, Dr MS Ningomba and Rev M Ranjit Singh and MOBC secretary Kh Raghumani Singh were among others who attended the occasion.

Mizoram to have dry Christmas and New Year Aizawl, Dec 18 (Agencies): Mizoram is set for a dry Christmas and New Year with the new Mizo National Front government’s decision to designate December 21 to January 14 as dry days as it looks set to bring back prohibition. Imposing total prohibition in the Christian majority state was one of the poll promises of MNF. “We have decided to immediately stop sale of alcohol by gover nment agencies. As for the private players, it is not possible immediately and we need legislation that will take some time. So as an interim measure we have decided that December 21 to January 14 will be dry days,” chief minister Zoramthanga told Hindustan Times after a cabinet meeting on Tuesday.

“During this period of dry days, we hope to complete formalities and bring in legislation. If we are able to bring it, then the problem will be solved. If we cannot, than the dry days could continue,” he said.

“MNF always stood for prohibition. It is the Congress which lifted it the last four years,” he said.

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Congress govts corrupt since Nehru regime, says Assam CM Agartala, Dec 18 (PTI): Congress governments at the Centre were involved in corrupt practices since the time of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal alleged Tuesday.

The BJP leader’s accusations came when he said the Supreme Court verdict on Rafale deal showed that there was no scam in it and that Congress president Rahul Gandhi has been spreading lies about the Narendra Modi government.

The Congress got the opportunity to rule the nation for more than five decades, but it proved to be the most corrupt party in the country, Sonowal told a press conference.

“Right from Pandit Nehru regime to the last Manmohan Singh regime, if you go through the history of Congress, in every tenure you will discover corrupt practices, either in this deal or that deal,” Sonowal alleged.

However, he did not specify any corrupt practice allegedly involved by Congress governments.

Sarbananda Sonowal (File) The chief minister claimed that the NDA government led by Narendra Modi has been providing good governance and working for development of all sections of people and mainly for the northeast.

“With the defeat of the Congress in the assembly elections in Mizoram, the region has become free of the Congress. Despite its debacle in the assembly elections in five states, the BJP would form government at the Centre (after the Lok Sabha polls) and Narendra Modi will again be the Prime Minister,” Sonowal asserted.

On the Assam government’s demand for reverification of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) draft, he said it was made after following reports that some ‘suspected’ names are there in the complete NRC draft on June 30.

“After publication of the NRC draft, many organisations and parties levelled allegations that some illegal immigrants’ names are there in the list.

To verify this, we sought approval from the Supreme Court to permit re-verification of at least 20 per cent samples,” the Assam chief minister said.

Tripura restricts creation of new govt jobs Manipur to set up fish feed manufacturing mill

Agartala, Dec 18 (PTI): Tripura government has imposed a set of restrictions on the creation of new government jobs and advised abolition of vacant posts, in case new posts are created.

A memorandum issued by the Finance Department on Monday stated that Tripura already has the highest level of government employment in the country, in proportion to its population. Tripura has roughly 200,000 government employees, including 60,000 pensioners. The estimated population of the state is 4,000,000. “The need for this provision arises due to the fact that salaries and wages constitute the largest item of expenditure and it is absolutely necessary to exercise financial prudence and discipline while com-

mitting expenditure under these heads.

“Hence, whenever a department submits a proposal for post creation, it should be accompanied by a proposal for surrender/abolition of posts with equivalent financial implications, the memorandum signed by Chief Secretary L K Gupta, who also holds the Finance portfolio, said.

Restrictions were imposed on filling up of vacant posts saying all government departments must ensure that no process of filling up vacant posts is initiated without prior concurrence of the Finance Department and violation of the newly laid out plans would invite disciplinary action against concerned officers, it said.

“Some departments have a wrong notion that the Finance Department

has unlimited funds for salaries and wages and that it is their entitlement to fill up all the vacant posts and create new ones. This is not the case,” the memo said.

The Department of School Education has violated these instructions and was asked to explain their action.

Earlier this year, the department announced recruitment in over 14,000 teaching positions to fill up vacancies, that were to be created by the retirement of 10,323 school teachers, who were terminated by the Supreme Court in 2017.

As per the new rules, the Finance Department would monitor expenditure on salary and wages by each department on a monthly basis and impose cuts from non-salary budget for departments which exceed their approved funds.

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IMPHAL, Dec 18: Taking a step forward to realize its target of achieving selfsufficiency in fish production, Manipur government is going to set up fish feed manufacturing units in the state.

Manipur requires 52,000 metric tonnes of fish to be self sufficient against the 32,000 metric tonnes of fish produced by the state in a year. The state has set a target to discontinue import of fish from outside by 2022.

Various initiatives have been taken up to achieve the target, state additional chief secretary (fisheries) MH Khan said on Tuesday while announcing that a mill for manufacturing fish feed will be bought by the state government. The mill with

Heavy rain hits search operation in M’laya coal mine Shillong, Dec 18 (PTI): The search operation launched to trace trapped miners in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills district took a hit on Tuesday due to strong winds and heavy rain, police said.

The miners were reportedly trapped in the illegal coal pit on December 13 with district authorities making futile attempts to locate them over the past six days.

They are now feared dead as water from a nearby river has been gushing into the 370-feet-deep pit.

A top police officer said the exact number of miners trapped inside the pit is yet to be ascertained.

“With the identification of one more victim, the number of trapped miners rose to 14. As the mine operators did not maintain a log book, it is difficult to ascertain the exact figure,”

Superintendent of Police (SP) S Nongtynger told PTI. One person, identified as Krip Chullet, has been arrested so far pertaining to the case. Chullet was allegedly involved in hiring labourers, overseeing the work and sending them down the shaft.

The SP said that “incessant rainfall affected Tuesday’s operations as the approach road leading to the mine was not accessible”.

The administration is planning to deploy more pumps to flush out water from the mine, he said.

“Only two pumps were in service today. Authorities are planning to use more pumps as there was no sign of dip in the water level. Divers can get in only after the water level subsides,” Nongtynger said.

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Force teams, which are involved in the rescue operation, along with the Meghalaya Disaster Response Force, have suggested the district administration to ask the Oil Natural Gas Corporation to deploy submersible water pumps to reduce the water level.

The Meghalaya government on Monday sought the Union Home Ministry’s help to rescue the miners.

“I have spoken to the Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju and requested him to send in more professional teams and the best equipment they have,” Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma told mediapersons on the sidelines of a programme here.

The union minister, he had said, has taken up the matter with experts and soon more assistance would arrive at the accident site.

Tai Ahoms call blockade over naming of bridge

Guwahati, Dec 18 (IANS): A week ahead of the scheduled inauguration of the Bogibeel bridge, Tai Ahom organisations on Tuesday called for a road blockade near the bridge demanding that it be named after Chaolung Siu-ka-pha, the founder of the erstwhile Ahom Kingdom of Assam.

The call for the road blockade comes a day after the Assam government wrote to the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) to name the bridge as “Birangana Sati Sadhani Setu”, named after Chutia community queen Sati Sadhani.

While the gover nment’s move has been hailed by the Chutia community, the Tai Ahom organisations

including Ahom Sabha, All Assam Tai Ahom Yuva Parishad, All Tai Ahom Students’ Union have decided to hold the blockade on Thursday to press the government for naming the bridge near Dibrugarh town after the Ahom King.

“It is more apt to name the bridge after Swargadeo Chaolung Siu-ka-pha. It has been a demand from us for a long time. There cannot be a better choice as he was the one who united all the communities living in this land to constitute the greater Assamese society,” said a senior leader of Ahom Sabha.

Prior to the state government’s announcement, general secretary of the All Assam Chutia Students Union, Mohen Bora had

threatened that several youths from the community will jump into the Brahmaputra river from the Bogibeel Bridge on the day of its inauguration if their demand was not met.

Meanwhile, the Deuri community has also demanded that the bridge be named after their leader Bhimbor Deuri.

Several Mising organisations said that the bridge should be named after Swahid Kamala Miri and justified that most of the people who had given their lands for the bridge are from Mising community.

Earlier, BJP MLA from Dibrugarh constituency, Prashanta Phukan had demanded that the bridge be named after former Prime Minister Atal

Behari Vajpayee for his concern for the people of the northeast.

While former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda laid the foundation stone of the bridge in 1997, Vajpayee inaugurated the construction works of the bridge in 2002. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the bridge on December 25.

The bridge will not only connect the Dibrugarh and Dhemaji districts, but is also of strategic importance to India as it will significantly enhance the nation’s ability to transport troops and supplies to Arunachal Pradesh.

Built at a cost of around Rs 5,920 crore, the 4.98-km long structure is India’s longest rail cum road bridge.

a capacity of producing 170 kilogram of fish feed per hour will be installed by March 2019, hesaid.

The mill is to be installed in line with government’s target of Manipur achieving self-sufficiency in fish production by 2022 and to boost the fish farmers of the state in enhancing fish production, MH Khan said. The raw material for manufacturing the feed will be bought from the farmers of the state under a policy of the state fisheries department. The department has already made necessary arrangement to give loan to 2500 farmers to produce the raw materials.

State agriculture department will be responsible for providing and selecting the loan to the farmers.

The agriculture department will encourage farmers in

cultivating maize and other crops which will be used in manufacturing the fish feed, he added. The state farmers are currently producing around 32,000 metric tonnes of fish in a year which is 40% short of the demand, said the additional chief secretary.

In order to fill the gap, the state fisheries department has also taken up steps to train the farmers and understand their problems to expedite and reach the goal, he said. The additional chief secretary was addressing a news conference held at the Durbar Hall of chief minister’s secretariat. State fisheries director Bidyarani Devi and director of agriculture Ph Rajen also attended the conference.

The fisheries director said that Manipur has 56 hectare of water area avail-

able for fish farming. The current rate of fish production -1,500 kg per hectare per year needs to be improved, she added.

“We need to expand the area (water bodies) to produce more fishes, so that the goal of being a self sufficient fish producer by 2020 is achieved,” she said.

Agriculture director Ph Rajendro said that his department had already

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started identifying fields which were not productive in rice cultivation but will be beneficial to the farmers if they cultivated maize and other crops like soya bean.

The department is also planning to create awareness to the farmers in hill districts engaging in jhum cultivation to grow maize instead of rice to increase their productivity, added Rajendro.

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Need to control private school fees

A tale of tragedies

fter 34 years, the quest for justice by the families of the ghastly anti-Sikh pogrom in 1984 has ended with the life sentence awarded to former MP and senior Congress leader Sajjan Kumar by the Delh High Court on December 17. Sajjan Kumar, 73, was convicted in the killing of five members of a family in Raj Nagar and the torching of a gurdwara in Delhi on November 1, 1984. He has been told to surrender

by December 31. Officially at least 3,000 people were killed by anti-Sikh mobs in response to the assassination of Indira Gandhi by her Sikh bodyguards. Independent sources estimate the number of deaths at about 6000 to 8000. The horrors of the anti-Sikh riots haunt the survivors, many of who lost all their loved ones in the most inhuman manner. Those who orchestrated the murder and mayhem in leading murderous thugs, were not only some leaders of the Delhi Congress but also from other communities who cut across political ideological lines. The brutality of the violence was like a re-enactment of the Hindu-Muslim riots during the days of partition. What happened in Delhi on October 31,1984 and a few days following, exposed the existence of an inherent character of some breed of people for whom communal hatred and murder are just forms of expression. The law and order machinery failed to respond because those in-charge chose not to stand in the way of powerful politicians and goons who belong to the ruling party. According to eyewitness accounts, the Delhi police was not only conspicuous by its absence but also eventually encouraged and even indulged in violence. Media reports went as far as to point out that more police was in charge of Indira Gandhi’s funeral procession than of the security of Sikhs. Despite curfew bands of murderous thugs continue to prowl the streets of Delhi ferreting helpless Sikhs. The army was deployed only on the afternoon of November 1,1984 but abstained from using fire against rioters. The action of the Delhi Police was nothing short of being accomplices to the murder and mayhem. It was reported that the police even disarmed Sikhs who tried to protect themselves and their relatives by force. Some Sikhs were either handed over to mobsters or sent back home unprotected. There were serious allegations that police refused to record people’s complaints and FIRs (First Information Reports) after the pogrom. Even if the complaints were recorded, it was alleged that they were done in such a manner that the reports were useless for prosecution. The Nanavati Commission report had also pointed out that there was ample material to show that no proper investigation was done by the police even in those cases which were registered by it.

Some noteworthy observations from the issue is about how the state and media belittle such crimes. First, the tragedy is being described as ‘anti-Sikh riots’ and the general interpretation that the violence was the result of a spontaneous outburst of popular anger and grief of Indian citizens over the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The killings were not riots but ethnic cleansing and the violence was not spontaneous anger but hidden virus that surfaces. The anti-Sikh pogrom is a forerunner of the anti-Muslim pogrom in Gujarat in 2002. While trying to hit the Congress over Sajjan, the BJP should also not forget its own role in Gujarat and how its leaders had also been charged with involvement in the violence. The difference is that Congress has accepted its role in 1984 whereas BJP continues to deny its role in 2002

DailyDevotion The Focus of Our Message

I did not come to bring peace but a sword.

—Matthew 10:34 Never be sympathetic with a person whose situation causes you to conclude that God is dealing harshly with him. God can be more tender than we can conceive, and every once in a while He gives us the opportunity to deal firmly with someone so that He may be viewed as the tender One. If a person cannot go to God, it is because he has something secret which he does not intend to give up— he may admit his sin, but would no more give up that thing than he could fly under his own power. It is impossible to deal sympathetically with people like that. We must reach down deep in their lives to the root of the problem, which will cause hostility and resentment toward the message. People want the blessing of God, but they can’t stand something that pierces right through to the heart of the matter.

If you are sensitive to God’s way, your message as His servant will be merciless and insistent, cutting to the very root. Otherwise, there will be no healing.

We must drive the message home so forcefully that a person cannot possibly hide, but must apply its truth.

Deal with people where they are, until they begin to realize their true need. Then hold high the standard of Jesus for their lives. Their response may be, “We can never be that.” Then drive it home with, “Jesus Christ says you must.” “But how can we be?” “You can’t, unless you have a new Spirit” (see Luke 11:13).

There must be a sense of need created before your message is of any use. Thousands of people in this world profess to be happy without God. But if we could be truly happy and moral without Jesus, then why did He come? He came because that kind of happiness and peace is only superficial. Jesus Christ came to “bring…a sword” through every kind of peace that is not based on a personal relationship with Himself.

Quotes

“True beauty is measured by the number of pearls within you, not those around your neck.” ~ Suzy Kassem

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ith much persuasion as a stakeholder I take this opportunity to share my thoughts for the welfare of the department.

The success of any task or activity depends upon the quality of preplanning and whether accomplish or not the objective must be attempted to solidify. To start with a strong monitoring mechanism is imminent in the School level and a rational commitment is needed from all the stakeholders. In my 20 years of continuous selfless attachment in Service Association work like ANSTA & NSEAOA what I personally observed is a logical working system is in the offing particularly management policies at all level and emphatically requires more inputs on academic interest.

And to achieve its goal a tangible policy is impending to formulate through the blessing of political will to improvise its traditional tag. In this regard I would like to lay down the following humble suggestions as a measures for improvement of academic acceleration towards qualitative education in the department.

1. Teachers Registry may be installed digitally so as to maintain the actual position of the required Teachers in the GPS, GMS, GHS across the State to balance the staffing pattern and also to check the excess and shortage Teachers in the School. While it can also help in reckoning the actual vacancies caused to be filled up without any discrepancies.

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a Working Gown or Working Identity Card may be introduced to Teachers for public recognition in honoring as Professionals. And by doing so it will incline to prevent from manipulative practices of keeping proxy Teacher in the School.

3. Teachers recruitment policy may be taken up on regular basis or conduct at least twice in a year to avoid all sorts of frequent agitation/ strikes for want of backlog service regularization which is endless that hampers the daily classroom routine time and again.

4. Primary Education is the backbone of a child’s foundation and this basic education must be prioritized by evolving an academic viable policy more of creativity and play way methods of child centered approach to bring about quality education. And it requires a major amalgamation in this sector to carry forward an effective and sustainable teaching learning process which can enable the child to pursue higher education at all level because that is the gate way of building the child’s educational future career.

5. An Academic Cell for Primary and Elementary Education may be separately function in the Directorate and promote supervision and monitoring the academic performance of the GPS and GMS in particular. As it is the fundamental basis which can excel in Secondary and Higher Secondary Education ie, HSLC/HSSLC results and

therefore more weightage can be given at this stage of primary and elementary targeting to minimize or eliminate the nil result Schools in public exams instead of blaming one another.

6. Regular School inspection with a feed back by the Inspecting Officer may be taken up as a tool for immediate measures towards academic improvement besides cleaning up all Kinds of unwanted prevalent practices like sharing salaries, Teachers absenteeism, false enrolment of the School etc. While that may lead to minimize the worries and burden of Unions/ NGOs to do the checking indeed this responsibility is being vested to the department officers to carry out periodically.

7. Regular DPC may be held for timely promotion to fill up all the resultant vacancies of Asst. Headmaster, Headmaster at the School level and JEO, SDEO, DEO, the field officers in the Sub. Divisional / District level to upkeep the continuity of coordinating in managing their establishment courteously because these are correlated functionaries as far as administrative aspects are concerned.

8. Teachers Award may be streamlined by giving responsibility to the Heads of the School to identify only deserving genuine Teachers and not by the individual Teachers concerned to initiate by himself/ herself to be awarded. The number of State Teachers Award may be fixed

and distributed to all the District on quota wise to do justice to all teaching community in the State. Besides due facilities be accorded and their services can be fully utilized as an outstanding meritorious Teachers in the department.

9. As far as possible Teachers training can be of an oriented motivational teaching learning skill and preferably during vacation so as not to disturb the regular classes.

10. The different formats related to State School Employees bio data/ particulars may be limited to only one and formulate as Unified School Education Format (USEF) inclusive of all expected requirements to fill in such as Staff position, Students enrolment and other physical related matters like building, classrooms, offices, furniture’s, fencing, toilets, safe drinking water etc enabling for accessibility use by DoSE, NBSE, SCERT through data base to do away filling of numerous School formats.

11. Instead of opening new Schools the existing Schools may be standardized both in the academic performance and infrastructural facilities to really experience the quality education in the state with the available resources.

12. The Gover nment may plan for observance of Year of Academic Excellence for School Education Department.

N.Thungchio Shitiri AHM. (National Awardee) Govt. High School, Naharbari

ith the year coming to end, many private schools in Nagaland demands that parents pay the full school fees for 3-4 months for their children till December. But why such demands are made by the month of September/October every year and yet no one gives a damn about such unjustified and forceful request or order one can say. For many Nagas raising such an issue is matter of pride and prestige no matter even if their income could not meet such demands. While it is a dream of every parent to let their children study in best schools, say the least, in a good one, these demands seems somewhat unjustified. Parents and guardians are usually informed by the month of September to pay the school monthly fees straight for the 3-4 months, like for example, September to December. While some even demand that the fees are paid till the month of January next year.

But on the other side, do these private schools understand the plight of the parents of the children who are mostly from the middle and lower classes? For those parents who are well to do and from wealthy backgrounds, things like these are of no issue of importance to them but there are thousands of parents of school children studying in private schools in Nagaland who are meeting ends meet and earning their livelihoods with meager salary or income with great difficulty for sustenance. For those parents who have a single child or two it maybe not much a burden for them, but for the parents who have more than that, the time of this year is really a harrowing period and a nightmare. One’s income must be in 6 or 7 digit figures to meet this demand. The department of school education and the student organisations should be aware of this trend put some corrective measures at the earliest to lighten the burden of many parents whose children are studying in private schools.

Many schools are hiking the schools fees every year. There should be some controlling agency to monitor it. In other states, the hike of school fees is done only after the consent of the parents and guardians or state education authorities but in our state it is khushi-khushi of the school.

Also the admission done once at the start while joining the school is enough which are said to be a practice in other states but in Nagaland one has to do the admission every year. I hope the concern department and our student bodies are listening.

Salang Imchen, Dimapur

Define the role of Facilitator

t may be bitter to chew ger number of governments for the truth, be it social, any solution that is logically the cud or to swallow is very high. The Naga political or religion. The reached, will have shortfall it by way of reminding future is therefore grim for other extreme segment re- of Naga aspirations. And of what indeed has become the reason that the wider is mains vibrant in propagat- here comes the argument very unique with Naga Na- the chasm, the bigger is the ing and abetting falsehood of whether nothing is better tional movement of today. threat to our survival. and distortions prompted than something or someThe Nagas have become Whereas, even at the by selfishness with its major thing is better than nothing. very potent in disintegrating very moment, there is no task of running the errand. A solution at the moment ourselves into groups and ambiguity as far as the opin- Whereas, the neutral seg- will possibly reduce the within a span of 40 years, ion of the general public on ment is found to be the number of governments we have 10 Presidents and nurturing the NNPGs is most timid laced with op- drastically and ultimately 10 Prime Ministers running concerned. The people are portunism, and I rate this that will be the major aus10 Naga National Govern- tired and angry with unabat- group to be ‘a people of terity measure ever stirred. ments including the latest ed taxation. The formation let it be’. The first segment Such solution is the only group. Of the 10 Govern- of ACAUT and the recent which protects truth cannot panacea that can be thought ments, 9 have its HQs in bandh called by NCD in Di- rely on ‘people of let it be’ of at the moment. No elabNagaland. Over and above, mapur and the subsequent despite their potentiality oration is required. we have the State Govern- dismay expressed by ASTD because anytime they can In this venture, the ment. Thus, as of now, and Tuensang traders are pull the carpet. Therefore, role of State Government we have 10 Governments indicative enough. I am in time of need, the ‘people is imperative. Whereas, all solely dependent on one sure, beside the realization of let it be’ becomes the through these years, the Govt. financially. Our Naga of taxes by NNPGs from strength of the sycophantic successive Governments world has therefore been State Govt. Departments, lot. Thus, our land is fertile under the different leaderin shambles for decades. from Govt. employees and for the growth of false- ships declared to be the The Naga social fabric has from traders, unscrupulous hood than for truth. Just as facilitator for political necollapsed. We have placed anti-people and pseudo there was drought for three gotiations. And whereas, our communities in total elements are having their and half years in Samaria as I find the meaning of disarray. There is so much heyday taking advantage during King Ahab’s rule facilitation in my Franklin sense of insecurity in the of the prevailing situation. according to the prayer dictionary which goes: (i) life of the Nagas, be it tribe, I am also sure the taxpayers of prophet Elijah , Nagas The meaning of facilitation be it organisation or be it an have been having harrowing have not been having rain (noun) is the lowering of individual. The prevailing time to discern the deserved of truth for more than three the threshold for reflex consituation compels people from the undeserved. The and half years. duction along a particular to look for refuge for self ground reality is that many Nevertheless, one may neutral pathway especially defence. In other words, Govt. officials are unable not be necessarily pessimis- from repeated use of that syndicates mushroomed to work in their respective tic with the thought that our pathway. (ii) The increasin the name of organisa- offices due to incessant ha- situation has gone beyond ing of the ease or intensity tions of which some are rassments by tax collectors. reparability. The Augean of a response by repeated in the greater interest of Whereas, the situation is in Stable can be cleaned with stimulation. The meaning our people and the rest are favour of the opportunists. collective effort. Yet, if one of Facilitator (noun) is ultra vires. When we talk The Nagas have now placed has the belief that nothing the one that helps to bring about the disunity of the ourselves in between the is better than something, it about an outcome by proNagas, one tends to blame devil and the deep sea. implies the preference to viding indirect or unobtruparticularly NNPGs, and Whereas, vices of all perpetuate the prevailing sive assistance, guidance or yet, we, the Naga civilians, hue and falsehood have situation. I believe in the supervision. are equally responsible for been our oxygen, our food principle of something is Wher ea s, the Na all the haywires. and drink. Dishonesty, self- better than nothing. The galand Legislative AssemWhereas, 10 Govern- ishness and sycophancy Nagas have to look for bly (NLA) resolution on ments or more in near future, are the chief elements in remedy to the existing im- Naga Integration adopted those are by no other than the character of a people broglios. in its last Session on 20th the Nagas and therefore inhabiting that area of land Whereas, the Nagas September, 2018 was one of those will remain inalien- so declared to be for Christ have the opportunity to the Naga political agenda. able part of the Nagas. And 71 years ago by NNC with mitigate the developed self- Whereas, it is legal for the as long as we, irrespective the prayer ‘Thy Kingdom destructive systems through negotiator to scrutinize, of our professions, uphold come to Nagaland’. In that the ongoing political nego- present and talk about pothe political aspirations of land of Christ, truths are tiations. We all know what litical agenda. Therefore, if sovereignty and integration, usually sandwiched and the Government of India the NLA or for that matter, those NNPGs will remain reduced to penult under (GOI) has declared its stand be it JLF, NPF or PDA to be the symbolic bearers the weight of the forces of to the Naga negotiators that desires to push through of these principles. On the the rich and the powerful. Sovereignty and Integration its political agenda on its strength of the symbolic Under such an environ- are not negotiable now. own, then it has to become representation, the NNPGs ment, in my rudimentary Knowing it fully, one Naga part of the negotiator and are deemed fit to be nur- opinion, the Nagas are to- group has been at the table participate freely as negotiatured by the public. And as day sectioned into three seg- of negotiation for more tor in view of the political we proceed with the future ments: two extreme groups than 2 decades and the negotiations are in progress uncertainties, the potential and a neutral segment. Of other has now completed at the very moment. Any rate of further disintegra- the two extreme segments, one year of negotiation. stakeholder has liberty to tion and formation of big- one always fights and stands It is therefore obvious that take a stand on the given isReader’s note: Articles or letters published in any of the columns do not reflect the view of this

sue, but it is also expected to be transparent at this crucial juncture. Whereas, be it the NLA or any political party, its policy decisions were made public that it would only facilitate the political negotiations between GOI and the Naga negotiators.

Therefore, any Facilitator is not expected to act as Facilitator-cum-Negotiator and also not to have double talk. Such resolution can also be read as implying that if solution without Naga integration is not acceptable.

Meanwhile, the local papers dated 15.12.2018 carried the story of what was conveyed to P.M. of India by the honourable Chief Minister N. Rio as

the latter urges the GOI to expedite the negotiations to its logical conclusion. Also, the Opposition Party NPF, a participant of 20th September, 2018 NLA session and a member of JLF, urges upon the GOI to resolve the Naga political issue out of the ongoing negotiations before 2019 Lok Sabha elections as published in local papers on 16.12.2018.

These actions of the Chief Minister of Nagaland and the NPF respectively are facilitations in action in its true sense. Can these latest statements of the leader of PDA and of NPF be taken as the official status of both the parties in supersession respectively?

Z. Lohe

Tribute to ‘Gen.’ (Retd.) Kholi Konyak Just Keep Going The sun rises and sets, But it does not stop there, It rises again; Just keep going.

Year comes and goes, But it does not end there, Another year comes again; Just keep going.

Generation comes and goes, But it does not end there, Another generation comes again Just keep going.

Kingdom comes and goes, But it does not end there, Another kingdom comes again; Just keep going.

Opportunity comes and goes, But it does not end there, Another turn of opportunity comes again; Just keep going.

Leadership comes and goes, but it does not end there, Another leadership comes again; Just keep going.

Life comes and goes, But it does not end there in the grave, Another life after death comes again; Just keep going.

Even if your works get hard; Just keep going.

Even if mountain of problems stands in your way; Just keep going.

Even if enemies surround you; Just keep going Even if friends forsake you; Just keep going.

The destination lies just before you.

Rh Raising, convener, Steering Committee newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2018

Mumbai hosp blaze toll rises to 8

Firefighters at ESIC Kamgar Hospital, Mumbai. (File)

Mumbai, Dec 18 (PTI): The death toll in the blaze in a government hospital here rose to eight Tuesday, while 176 injured people, including three firemen, are being treated in different hospitals across the city, an official said.

The deceased include a six-month-old girl. Among those admitted, almost 25 are reported to be critical while 26 were discharged after primary treatment, said the official of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s (BMC) disaster management cell.

The 325-bed ESIC (Employees State Insurance Scheme) Kamgar Hospital at Marol in suburban Andheri was constructed in 1970s. Police and hospital authorities have vacated the building, he added.

While six people had

died in the blaze on Monday, two more succumbed to their injuries later in different hospitals, the official said.

Nearly 375 people, including patients and visitors, were in the five-floor hospital during visiting hours when fire and smoke were reported on its fourth floor around 4.03 pm on Monday, according to a fire brigade official. “The fire was extinguished at 7.35 pm, and hospital authorities shut down the facility till further notice,” he said.

“Most of the deceased, including the six-month-old child, died due to suffocation,” he said. Several women who recently delivered babies managed to save their newborns by rushing out of the building while wrapping the children in their arms, he said.

The building’s glass facade posed a hindrance as it blocked air passage and firemen had to break the glasses on all the floors to evacuate those stranded inside, he said.

Milind Ogle, the deputy chief fire officer of the MIDC area, said the hospital doesn’t have the final no-objection certificate for fire compliance.

“The hospital applied for the final NOC a fortnight ago for its under-construction building adjacent to the old structure that caught fire,” he said.

“When our team visited the hospital to inspect the conditions for fire compliance, it found certain shortcomings in the installations and it was communicated to the hospital administration,” Ogle said.

While reviewing fire compliance norms for the new building, the team also noticed some lacunae in the old hospital building, he said. “So we refused to issue the full and final fire NOC to the old building also,” he added. Hospital medical superintendent Dr Rakesh Sharma said everything happened suddenly. A hospital staffer received injuries on his arm when he jumped out

Rain lashes Odisha; more in store over next 12 hrs

Trees face heavy winds as Cyclone Phethai barrels through coastal Andhra Pradesh. (File)

Bhubaneswar, Dec 18 (PTI): Rainfall, coupled with squally winds, lashed several parts of Odisha Tuesday under the impact of Cyclone Phethai that barrelled through coastal Andhra Pradesh.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall in south Odisha and heavy rainfall in western region till Wednesday as the cyclonic storm weakened gradually.

“The depression over north coastal Andhra Pradesh moved in northnorth-east direction and we a k e n e d i n t o a we l l marked low pressure area and lay over north-west and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal and Odisha Tues-

day morning,” Director of the Meteorological Centre here, H R Biswas said.

It is likely to weaken further into a low pressure area during the next 12 hours, he said.

While inclement weather affected normal life in many parts of south and western Odisha, no casualty was reported, a senior official said, adding power supply was disrupted in some areas.

As many as 11,600 people were evacuated in Gajapati district even as houses ravaged by Cyclone Titli in October are yet to be fully repaired, a senior official at the Special Relief Commissinor’s (SRC) office said.

People from seven vul-

nerable blocks in Gajapati district have been accommodated in safer places.

The official said relief camps have been opened and evacuated people are being provided food and other essentials.

“We shifted the people because it is dangerous staying in half-constructed houses during the calamity,” the official said.

Rainfall, accompanied by strong surface wind, lashed several parts of Malkangiri, Koraput, Gajapati, Ganjam, Rayagada and Kalahandi districts, the Met office said.

Heeding the state government’s advice, farmers in many parts of Odisha have taken precautionary measures to protect crops from the rain.

However, farmers still suffered considerable loss due to the rain which damaged standing paddy and cotton crops along with harvested paddy stocks stashed in open fields.

Squally winds with speed reaching 40 kmph and gusting up to 50 kmph are likely to sweep South Odisha coast during the next 12 hours. Rainfall is likely to subside after Wednesday afternoon, it said.

of the building to save his life, he added.

Meanwhile Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis Tuesday ordered a probe into the fire at the ESIC Kamgar Hospital in suburban Mumbai in which eight people were killed.

The Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) said Fadnavis spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Health Minister J P Nadda in connection with the mishap.

“Fadnavis has ordered an enquiry into the fire incident at the ESIC Hospital,” the CMO said in a tweet.

“The chief minister expressed grief over the loss of lives and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured and assured that all required assistance will be given,” it added.

The 325-bed ESIC (Employees State Insurance Scheme) Kamgar Hospital at Marol in suburban Andheri was built in 1970s.

Nearly 375 people, including patients and visitors, were in the five-floor hospital during visiting hours when fire and smoke were reported on its fourth floor around 4.03 pm on Monday.

The fire was extinguished at 7.35 pm.

Obliged to help migrants, says Mamata

Ko l k ata , D e c 1 8 (PTI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Tuesday said that it was a humanitarian obligation to give refuge to migrants.

On International Migrants Day, she stated that her government to the best of its abilities would take care of anyone seeking shelter in West Bengal.

“Today is International Migrants Day. It is our humanitarian obligation to give refuge to migrants. In #Bangla we will take care of anyone who seeks shelter in our state, to the best of our abilities,” Banerjee tweeted.

Baner jee, the Trinamool Congress supremo had been critical of the the BJP-led Central government after over 40 lakh people were left out of the complete draft of Assams National Register of Citizens (NRC).

She had also expressed her willingness that people whose names were not included in the list can come and stay in West Bengal.

International Migrants Day is observed on December 18 in accordance with Resolution 55/93 of the United Nations General Assembly, adopted on December 4, 2000.

Rahul: Govt running away from Rafale debate New Delhi, Dec 18 (IANS): Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday accused the government of running away from discussion on the Rafale deal while calling demonetisation as the “biggest scam in the world.”

Talking to reporters at the Parliament House complex, Gandhi accused Prime Minister Modi of favouritism in the Rafale deal and said there should be a joint parliamentary committee probe.

“You said you want to discuss... so why are you running away? Come forward and tell us about Rafale and tell the country why you did not waive farmers’ loans... and also when you are going to do it,” he said. Gandhi alleged that demonetisation was carried out to take money away from the poor and distribute it among friends of Modi and BJP chief Amit Shah.

“Demonetisation was the biggest scam in the world,” he said. Gandhi did not respond to BJP’s demand for his apology over sentencing of party leader Sajjan Kumar, who resigned on Tuesday.

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DMK’s proposal on Rahul Gandhi as PM creates flutter New Delhi, Dec 18 (IANS): DMK chief M.K. Stalin’s pitch for Congress President Rahul Gandhi as candidate for the prime minister’s post in the 2019 elections continued to keep the feathers ruffled in the opposition camp with SP chief Akhilesh Yadav saying it may not be the opinion of the alliance.

However, the DMK maintained it was within its rights to propose Gandhi’s name as the real alternative to the BJP whose government was keen on imposing one culture, one religion and one language on the country. “The DMK doesn’t need anybody’s permission (to say that) ,” it said.

“People -- farmers, youth and others -- are unhappy with the BJP and want its government to go.

Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao had initiated steps earlier for a national coalition.

The efforts would continue. It is not necessary it (Stalin’s proposal) is the alliance opinion. But BJP need not worry. People in Uttar Pradesh are ready to defeat you,” Akhilesh said in Lucknow.

NCP leader and MP,

Akhilesh Yadav (File)

Majid Memon, said there was panic in the BJP camp.

You ask Rahul Gandhi. He has himself made it absolutely clear that it will be decided after elections. It is people’s mandate... whoever gets the largest number of seats, it is for them to decide their leader.”

DMK spokesperson Manu Sundaram said he was happy that his leader’s proposal has set the cat among the BJP’s pigeons.

Stalin’s statement was a reflection of the larger view within the DMK that Rahul Gandhi would provide a viable alternative leadership after the last four and a half years of BJP rule which was keen on foisting one culture, one religion and one language.

“I don’t expect all political leaders to hold this view. Ultimately we will go by consensus, if not by the democratic process of election. The issue has not been discussed in the alliance.

Mumbai man released from Pak prison Attari/Wagah, Dec 18 (IANS): Hamid Nehal Ansari, the Mumbai man who was released from a Pakistani jail after six years for alleged espionage charges, crossed over to the Indian side at the AttariWagah border in Punjab on Tuesday.

A weary looking bespectacled Ansari in a jacket, muffler and a pashtun cap, was welcomed by his parents, Nehal and Fauzia, who were waiting at the border along with a large contingent of India-Pakistan friendship activists and officials. Stepping on to the Indian side, the 33-yearold along with his family knelt down and touched the soil of his motherland with their foreheads. As Ansari, stood up, he first hugged his mother and then embraced his father in an emotional reunion.

The three were then whisked away by the authorities without allowing any small talks with the media. Pakistan had alleged that Ansari, an engineer, was an “Indian spy” who illegally entered the country.

Islamabad accused him of involvement in anti-state crimes, forging documents, and jailed him.

Govt working to simplify GST, says Modi Mumbai, Dec 18 (PTI): Indicating that further simplification of the Goods and Services Tax is on the anvil, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said his government wants to ensure that ‘99 per cent things’ attract sub-18 per cent GST slab.

Before implementation of the GST, registered enterprises only numbered 65 lakh, which has now risen by 55 lakh, Modi said, addressing the Republic Summit here.

“Today, the GST system has been established to a large extent and we are working towards a position where 99 per cent things will attract the sub-18 per cent GST slab,” Modi said.

Modi indicated that the 28 per cent slab of GST

would only be restricted to a few select items, such as luxury goods.

The Prime Minister said the effort will be to ensure that 99 per cent of all items, including almost all items used by the common man, would be kept at a GST slab of 18 per cent or less.

“We are of the opinion of making GST as smooth as possible for the enterprises,” he said.

“In earlier days, the GST was framed according to the existing VAT or excise tax structures exercised in those respective states. (With) the discussions held from time to time, the tax system is getting improved,” Modi said.

“The country was de-

manding GST for decades.

I am pleased to say that GST implementation has removed contradictions in the trade market and efficiency of system is improving. The economy is also getting transparent,” Modi said.

Even a small tax reform in developed countries is not easy, he said.

Modi also spoke of his government’s commitment to root out corruption.

“Corruption had been taken as a new normal in India. It was ‘Chalta hai’.

Whenever anyone used to speak up, someone would say, ‘This is India. This is how it is’,” Modi said.

“Why should it be like this,” he said.

When companies

used to be unable to repay loans, nothing used to happen to them and their owners, he said.

“That is because since the start they had been given protection from probes by certain ‘special people’, he added.

Modi also dwelt on his government’s initiative to provide gas connections to households.

“Till 2014, only 55 per cent houses in the country had a gas connection. Imagine that. Our government is working towards finding permanent solutions and ending those practices that have held progress back for decades,” he said.

The work to build a New India is going on, he said.

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in several Congress governments and as the Andhra Pradesh governor. He had also served as the Uttarakhand chief minister.

Verma, the Bharatiya Janata Party MLA from Nighasan constituency, died at a hospital in Lucknow on September 30 due to ailments. He was 64 and has served as the state public works department (PWD) minister in 1991 and a cooperative minister in 1997.

As soon as the Council met for the day, Chairperson Ramesh Yadav read the condolence messages and the members observed a two-minute silence.

Senior BJP leader Ananth Kumar died at a hospital in Bengaluru last month at the age of 59.

Deputy Chief Minister Dinesh Sharma, Leader of Opposition in the Council Ahmed Hasan and leaders of other political parties recalled Tiwari’s contribution in the development of the state.

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The Legislative Council, too, was adjourned for the day after condoling the deaths of Tiwari and Union minister Ananth Kumar.

As soon as the Assembly met in the morning, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath read the condolence messages. Leaders of the Samajwadi Party, Bahujan Samaj Party, Congress and other parties also condoled the deaths.

After observing a twominute silence, the House was adjourned for the day

by Speaker Hriday Narayan Dixit.

Tiwari died in New Delhi on October 18 at the age of 93 after prolonged illness. The veteran leader had served as a Union minister

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India’s exports to the US in 2017-18 stood at USD 47.9 billion, while imports were USD 26.7 billion.

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Bengal gram (chana) and masur dal will be raised to 70 per cent, from 30 per cent currently.

Levy on lentils will be increased to 40 per cent, from 30 per cent. The duty hike move by India was in retaliation to US President Donald Trump’s March 9 decision to impose heavy tariffs on imported steel and aluminium items.

Senior officials of India and the US are in discussions to finalise a kind of trade deal. Both sides are holding two track discus-

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In November, the decision to impose these duties was deferred till December 17.

As part of the imposition of higher import duties, New Delhi has notified higher tariffs on several products.

While import duty on walnut is to be hiked to 120 per cent from 30 per cent at present, duty on chickpeas,

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NEW DELHI, Dec 18 (PTI): India for the fourth time deferred the deadline to impose retaliatory customs duties on 29 US products, including almond, walnut and pulses, by another 45 days, the government has said.

According to a notification by the finance ministry, the implementation of the duty hike has been postponed until January 31, 2019.

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pared to last year and now constitute 7 percent of the total number of calls made in the country, as against 3 percent earlier.

However, Brazil has pipped India to become the most spammed country in the world, with the average Truecaller user receiving 37.5 spam calls per month.

Truecaller, which has a user base of around 300 million across the globe, helped its users identify a total of 74.1 billion calls between January and October.

Around 17.7 billion of them were spam calls. Truecaller’s report is based on data from the top 20 countries affected by spam calls in 2018. The data was aggregated anonymously from incoming calls that have either been marked as spam by users or have automatically been flagged

by Truecaller.

New Delhi, Dec 18 (PTI): Gold prices rose by Rs 60 to Rs 32,060 per 10 gram at the bullion market Tuesday, tracking a firm trend overseas amid fresh buying by local jewellers.

Silver, however, fell by Rs 85 to Rs 38,315 per kg due to reduced offtake by industrial units and coin makers.

Traders said a firm trend overseas as a slide in the dollar and equities raised precious metal’s appeal as a safe haven investment, mainly pushed up gold prices.

Besides, fresh buying by local jewellers at domestic spot market supported the upside, they added.

Globally, gold traded 0.16 per cent higher at USD 1,248.20 an ounce in New York. Silver too was up 0.20 per cent to USD 14.77 an ounce.

deliberations and keeping in mind two main ideas-vacancies in the post of Assistant Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners that are to be filed by cadre officers of the department and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s idea of creating a regime where tax officials are friendly to honest taxpayers, end the fear of the taxman and make India a more tax compliant society.

“It is expected that the new direct tax law and cadre restructuring can be ushered in together so that the new system takes over with uniformity and in one go. However, the committee on cadre review and restructuring will only recommend its proposals and the government and the finance ministry will take the final call on what to pick and what to leave,” a senior official said.

The CBDT has directed that the committee shall submit its report to it “within a period of three months from the date of issuance of the order (December 17, 2018).”

The committee will also have members from the three employee associations in the department-- Indian Revenue Service (IRS), I-T Gazetted Officers Association and I-T Employees Federation.

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New Delhi, Dec 18 (Agencies): Nearly 91 percent of all spam calls in India in 2018 (January to October) were made telecom service providers, the Financial Express reported citing a Truecaller report.

Interestingly, telemarketing, which is often pointed fingers at when customers get spammed, constituted just 2 percent of the spam calls in 2018, down from 13 percent in 2017. Spam calls from telecom companies have increased drastically in 2018 compared to last year when they accounted for 54 percent of the total number.

Telecom operators often call customers to make various offers and remind them to recharge their accounts, Truecaller observed.

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strict enforcement.”

It will also “accordingly make advance projections of man power requirement and propose appropriate modifications in the extant organisational structure within the frame work of the government guidelines so as to facilitate filling up all the posts in the department in a time bound manner.”

The committee, chaired

by Delhi-based Principal Director General of Income Tax, S K Dash, will also suggest ways to “bring about rationalisation of the organisational structure for enhancing the effectiveness of the department through improved efficiency and morale of its workforce.”

The CBDT said the motive of the entire cadre review and restructuring exercise is to “enable and equip the department to meet challenges of today and tomorrow.”

The last cadre restructuring of the department was carried out by the government in 2013 that led to the creation of 20,751 posts in various ranks. The exercise also gave the taxman the apex administrative pay scales of the central government for its top brass.

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it had surged by 161 paise against the US dollar.

Forex dealers said a drop in bond yields easing liquidity concerns in the market and bullish trend in equities trading also supported the rupee in maintaining its upward movement.

The benchmark Sensex Tuesday wiped off early losses to end 77 points higher at 36,347 Tuesday, the sixth consecutive session of gains. The broader NSE Nifty edged higher by over 20 points to end above the 10,900-mark.

The Financial Benchmark India Private Ltd (FBIL) set the reference rate for the rupee/dollar at 71.1940 and for rupee/euro at 80.7554. The reference rate for rupee/British pound was fixed at 89.8829 and for rupee/100 Japanese yen at 63.21.

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A bill in this regard could be moved in the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament and would clarify that the changes in the two Acts are being made through the principal Aadhaar law.

Under the amendments, an Aadhaar holder can opt for offline verification through QR code and will not require to share actual Aadhaar number.

The Supreme Court had struck down Section 57 of the Aadhaar Act that made seeding of the biometric ID with SIMs and bank accounts mandatory, saying it had no legal backing.

To overcome this lacuna, the Telegraph Act is being amended to provide legal backing for the issuance of mobile SIMs through Aadhaar.

Similarly, the amendment to the PMLA will give individuals option to link their bank accounts to Aadhaar in the KYC option.

Under the amendments, the government has proposed an imprisonment of up to 10 years for attempting to hack Aadhaar data.

Currently, the punishment for this offence is 3 years.

Sources further said a child who has been enrolled for Aadhaar through his/ her parents will have an option to opt out of Aadhaar database after attaining the age of 18 years.

Also, action will be taken against accountable individuals in case they deny any service for want of Aadhaar, as per the proposed amendments.

The apex court in a landmark judgment had held constitutional validity of Aadhaar for the distribution of state-sponsored welfare subsidies but ruled that it cannot be made mandatory for opening bank accounts or providing mobile-phone connections. The ruling followed petitions by activists and lawyers citing privacy concerns.

New Delhi, Dec 18 (PTI): A fresh cadre review and restructuring of the Income Tax Department has been ordered by the government with an aim to create a “caring but strict” direct taxes regime in the country.

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), that frames policy for the I-T Department, on Monday ordered creation of a 12member committee of senior officials to accomplish the task within the next three months. The development assumes significance as another committee or task force to draft a new direct tax law to replace the existing Income Tax Act is already a work in progress and it has been asked by the government to submit its report by February 28.

The new committee to undertake cadre review and restructuring of the department has been given a specific four-point charter to follow.

A copy of the terms of reference of the committee has been accessed by PTI and it said the panel will suggest ways to “organise the I-T Department in a manner which will further promote compliance with direct tax laws through caring tax payer service and

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The changes in the relevant sections of the Telegraph Act and PMLA will be effected through the original Aadhaar Act.

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New Delhi, Dec 18 (PTI): The Cabinet on Monday approved amending the existing laws to provide legal backing for seeding of biometric ID Aadhaar with mobile numbers and bank accounts as an optional KYC after the Supreme Court barred mandatory use of 12-digit unique identifier by private firms, sources said.

The Cabinet headed

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“Private entities using Aadhaar as a KYC document will have to ensure safety and privacy of the Aadhaar data,” a source said.

Sources said the two Acts will be amended to provide for voluntary sharing of the 12-digit identification number for obtaining new mobile phone connections and for the opening of bank accounts.

Mumbai, Dec 18 (PTI): The Indian rupee Tuesday rallied by a whopping 112 paise, its best single-day gains in over five years, to settle at 70.44 against the US dollar as softening crude oil prices eased concerns over India’s current account deficit expansion.

Besides, sustained selling of the American currency by exporters and banks as well as the greenback’s weakness against its key rivals globally ahead of the US Fed policy decision Wednesday also helped the domestic unit scale further heights.

The Brent crude, an international benchmark, was trading 2.26 per cent lower at USD 58.26 per barrel, a 14-month low.

At the Interbank Foreign Exchange (forex) market, the rupee opened on a firm note at 71.34 from. It gained further ground to hit a high of 70.44, a massive climb of 112 paise over its previous closing.

The Indian currency had gained 34 paise to close at 71.56 against the US dollar Monday.

The Tuesday’s 112 paise ascent marked the best day for the rupee since September 19, 2013, when

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China will never seek hegemony: Xi

Beijing, Dec 18 (AP): China will never pursue hegemony, President Xi Jinping said Tuesday as global concerns persist over the country’s growing economic influence.

During a speech to mark 40 years of market reforms, Xi repeated China’s commitment to a multilateral trading system and further opening of its economy. However, he did not announce any new initiatives to counter a slowing economy and trade frictions with the United States.

The Chinese leader said China would not develop “at the expense of other countries’ interests.”

China’s expanding footprint worldwide — from Asia-Pacific to Africa and beyond through a broad network of infrastructure projects called the Belt and Road Initiative — has led some nations to raise the alarm over what they call China’s long arm of influence, which has been criticised for being political as well as economic.

While Xi said China

Chinese President Xi Jinping speaks during a conference to commemorate the 40th anniversary of China’s Reform at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

is “increasingly approaching the center of the world stage,” he also noted that the country pursues a defensive national defense policy.

“China’s development does not pose a threat to any country,” Xi said. “No matter how far China develops, it will never seek hegemony.” Xi chronicled at length the country’s recent achievements, giving special credit to former leader Deng Xiaoping, whose reforms Xi

said saved China from the brink of economic collapse following the tumultuous Cultural Revolution.

Other celebrations of reform and opening up have been criticized by scholars for downplaying the role of Deng, widely considered the architect of the changes, in order to elevate Xi. This time around, Xi spared no praise for Deng, as he began by remarking on the significance of 1978 — the year Deng imple-

mented his first reforms.

During the ceremony, 100 individuals were recognized as pioneers of reform. The eclectic slate included NBA player Yao Ming, Alibaba founder Jack Ma and Nobel prizewinning scientist Tu Youyou. They received their medals to the tune of “Story of Spring,” a patriotic ballad paying tribute to Deng.

Throughout, Xi emphasized the absolute rule of the Communist Party

and its upholding of Chinese sovereignty. “No one is in a position to dictate to the Chinese people what should or should not be done,” he said.

“We will resolutely reform what can and needs to be reformed, and we will resolutely uphold what cannot and does not need to be changed.” Xi’s speech espoused “above all else,” said Julian Gewirtz, an international affairs scholar at Harvard, “the distinctiveness and absolute correctness of China’s path under the party’s leadership.”

“This was a broad attempt to provide a really positive, confidence-building story of China’s past 40 years and its future,” said Gewirtz, who has written a book about China’s economic reforms.

The address won’t assuage concerned private entrepreneurs and foreign businesses, who had hoped Xi would use the occasion to announce concrete industry-opening measures to shift dominance away from state corporations.

South Korea foundation scraps award for Suu Kyi

Aung San Suu Kyi received the Gwangju Prize for Human Rights on January 31, 2013. (File)

SEOUL, Dec 18 (Agencies): One of South Korea’s largest human rights groups will strip Myanmar’s de facto leader Aung San Suu Kyi of its 2004 prize because of her “indifference” to the atrocities against the Rohingya minority, organisers said on Tuesday (Dec 18).

Suu Kyi was unable to receive the Gwangju human rights award at the time because she was under house arrest by the military junta.

Her party has since taken office in Myanmar and the Nobel Peace Prize winner holds the title of state counsellor, but the one-time champion of democracy has been widely accused of apathy or complicity in the plight of the Rohingya.

The United Nations has warned the Muslim minority continues to be targeted in an “ongoing genocide”.

“Her indifference to the atrocities against the

Rohingya runs against the values the award stands for - protecting and promoting human rights,” spokesman Cho Jin-tae of the May 18 Memorial Foundation told AFP. As a result, the foundation’s board decided on Monday to withdraw her award, he added.

The foundation was set up in 1994 to commemorate the 1980 pro-democracy uprising in Gwangju, which ended in a bloodbath by martial law troops that left more than 200 people killed or wounded.

But the insurrection against then military dictator Chun Doo-hwan inspired the country’s prodemocracy protests which culminated in a restoration of democracy seven years later.

Last month, Amnesty International withdrew its prestigious Ambassador of Conscience Award from Suu Kyi, citing her “apparent indifference” to the atrocities committed against the Rohingya.

Vladimir Putin says open to third Japan to buy more stealth jets, radar to counter China, Russia nations joining nuclear treaty Moscow, Dec 18 (AFP): Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested Tuesday he was open to the idea of other countries joining a key Cold War treaty limiting mid-range nuclear arms or to starting talks on a new agreement. The president spoke after Washington said it would withdraw from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces treaty (INF) within 60 days if Russia did not dismantle missiles that the US claims breach the deal.

At a defence ministry meeting, Putin repeated accusations that Washington had itself violated the bilateral treaty and suggested other countries join the US-Russia agreement in a bid to salvage it. Signed in

Vladimir Putin (File) 1987 by then US president Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev, the treaty puts no restrictions on other major military actors like China. “Yes, indeed there are certain difficulties with this treaty,” Putin said.

“Other countries pos-

sessing short- and intermediate-range missiles are not party to it. But what prevents (us) from starting talks on their accession to the existing treaty or starting negotiating the parameters of a new treaty?” he said.

He reiterated the threat that Russia would have to retaliate if the United States ditched the treaty.

“Whatever the complaints about the treaty, in current conditions it plays a stabilising role, works to support a certain level of predictability and restraint in the military sphere.” This month Putin said about a dozen countries were probably producing mid-range missiles of the type banned by the INF treaty.

TOKYO, Dec 18 (Agencies): Japan will accelerate spending on advanced stealth fighters, long-range missiles and other equipment over the next five years to support U.S. forces facing China’s military in the Western Pacific, two new government defence papers said.

The plans are the clearest indication yet of Japan’s ambition to become a regional power as a military build-up by China and a resurgent Russia puts pressure on its U.S. ally.

“The United States remains the world’s most powerful nation, but national rivalries are surfacing and we recognise the importance of the strategic competition with both China and Russia as they challenge the regional or-

UN adopts refugee pact without US, Hungary United Nations, Dec 18 (AFP): The UN General Assembly on Monday adopted by a wide majority a Global Compact on Refugees aimed at improving efforts to manage large refugee movements -- but without the support of the United States and Hungary.

T h e r e f u ge e p a c t , which did not provoke the controversy unleashed over a similar pact on migration, was approved by 181 countries.

Only two voted no -the US and Hungary. Three others abstained -- the Dominican Republic, Eritrea and Libya.

Much like the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration -- the refugee pact is not legally binding.

The two global agreements stem from the socalled New York Declaration adopted unanimously by the UN General Assembly in September 2016, with the goal of better handling migrant and refugee flows worldwide.

The compact -- written under the auspices of the Geneva-based UN refugee agency (UNHCR) -- hopes to ensure an adequate international response to largescale refugee movements and extended displacement of refugees.

General Assembly President Maria Fernanda Espinosa told AFP the pact would help “strengthen the assistance to and protection of the 25 million refugees globally” and was based on burden -- and responsibilitysharing.

“Refugee-hosting countries continue to show extraordinary levels of gen-

land, Bulgaria, Latvia and Italy.

In Belgium, the migration pact sparked the collapse of the country’s coalition government.

About 165 countries reaffirmed their commitment to the migration pact earlier this month in Morocco.

The UN says there are about 25 million refugees globally. (File)

erosity and commitment to refugee protection,” said Espinosa, who is from Ecuador.

“It’s a known fact that low and middle-income countries host over 85 per cent of all refugees. I believe that we must support the communities and states that host refugees.”

In voting no, Hungary said no new agreement was needed. The US said recently that it backed most of the refugee pact, but not the part aimed at limiting detentions of asylum seekers.

Ahead of Monday’s vote, two countries facing massive population flight addressed the assembly.

Syria said the debate should not be politicized and asked the UNHCR to do more to help Syrian refugees return to their warwracked country.

Crisis-hit Venezuela, which has seen massive flight as its economic quagmire has deepened, urged the assembly to ensure that the new pact did not become a way for other countries to intervene in internal matters.

The document has four key objectives: ease pressure

on refugee-hosting nations; improve refugee self-reliance; expand access to third countries for refugees via resettlement; and, support conditions for refugees to go home.

The compact is meant to set up a framework; national and regional solutions are supported, and it discusses financing and possible partnerships, as well as data sharing among nations.

It also includes systems to monitor progress, including a Global Refugee Forum held at ministerial level every four years.

Unlike the talks on the migration pact, the United States remained in the negotiations for the refugee pact.

The final text of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Legal Migration was agreed on in July, and it is to be formally ratified by the General Assembly on Wednesday.

Since July, a number of countries have either quit the pact or expressed serious reservations, including Hungary, Australia, Israel, Poland, Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Austria, Switzer-

Japan plans to buy 45 Lockheed Martin Corp F-35 stealth fighters worth about $4 billion. (File)

der,” said a 10-year defence programme outline approved by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s government on Tuesday.

The United States, followed by China, North Korea and Russia, are the countries that most influenced Japan’s latest military thinking, the paper said.

China, the world’s second biggest economy, is deploying more ships and

aircraft to patrol waters near Japan, while North Korea has yet to fulfil a pledge to dismantle its nuclear and missile programmes.

In Beijing, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said Japan was “singing the same old tune” and making “thoughtless remarks” about China’s normal defence activities.

“What Japan is doing here is neither conducive to

improving and developing China-Japan relations, nor to the broader picture of regional peace and stability,” Hua told a news briefing.

“China expresses strong dissatisfaction and opposition at this and has already lodged stern representations with Japan,” she added. Russia, which continues to probe Japan’s air defences, said on Monday it built new barracks for its troops on islands seized from Japan at the end of World War Two. Japan plans to buy 45 Lockheed Martin Corp F-35 stealth fighters, worth about $4 billion, in addition to the 42 jets already on order, according to a separate five-year procurement plan approved on Tuesday. The new planes will include 18 short take off and vertical

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No. T&PC- 43/ 2015-16 :: As per State Government Notification NO.COP-2/10/NCDC. ICDP/2017/876 Dated. 30/11/2018, It is to inform all Cooperative Societies who has availed loan under CSS on or before 31/12/2007 and has defaulted in repayment, that the State Government has offered an One Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme for clearing of all outstanding loans as tabulated below: Eligibility Loan issued by the department under CSS on or before 31/12/2007 Settlement Amount 100% Principal + 2 years interest Mode of Payment One time payment (or) 2 installment to be paid within a period of 3 months Validity of the OTS 2 (two) years from the date of issue of Notification Therefore, all eligible Cooperative Societies willing to avail this opportunity are directed to contact respective District Offices at the earliest.

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landing (STOVL) B variants of the F-35 that planners want to deploy on Japanese islands along the edge of the East China Sea. The islands are part of a chain stretching past Taiwan and down to the Philippines that has marked the limit of Chinese military dominance east of the disputed South China Sea. “Japan’s decision to acquire more F-35s is a testament to the aircraft’s transformational capability and its increasing role in promoting regional stability and enhancing the USJapan security alliance,” Lockheed Martin said in a statement.

The navy’s two large helicopter carriers, the Izumo and Kaga, will be modified for F-35B operations, the paper said.

1. Applications are invited for registration/empanelment of dealers/chemist holding GST, AAG/TIN, valid drug license for supply of drugs to ECHS Polyclinic Dimapur.

2. Interested parties should submit completely filled application form along with certified copies of GST, AAST/TIN, valid drug license, latest income Tax Certificate and proof of audit to Stn HQ (ECHS) Dimapur. Same can be submitted online at e-Procurement CPP Portal of NIC https://eprocure.gov.in/ eprocure/app on registration.

3. Application form/RFP (Request for Proposal) available online or can be collected from Stn HQ (ECHS) Dimapur 4. Last date for submission of complete form is 15 days from the date of this publication.

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ATMA conducts various activities

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DIMAPUR: Agriculture Technology Management Agency (ATMA) Wokha, Chukitong Block conducted various activities on Decembers 12 and 13, at Chukitong and Koio respectively.

The various activities conducted were “mobilization of Farmers Group (SHG)”, where “Zeno Therapy Okho (SHG) was formed consisting of 13 members.

A press release from BTM Chukitong, Abeni Patton stated that “demonstration on use of neem oil” was conducted at Nyanbemo’s pea garden by Nzani, ATM, Chukitong Block. During the demonstration, she explained on the names of various insects such as Aphids, white flies, mealy bugs, moth, cabbage worms, etc which can be controlled by spraying of neem oil. She demonstrated spraying of neem oil on Aphids that were present on pea.

Later “fishery farm school” was established at Chukitong with Nyanbemo as the farm school teacher. After the programme neem oil was distributed to the farmers and oil cakes and fishing

net given to the farm school.

Altogether 26 farmers (13 SHG and 13 farm School members) and three ATMA officials attended the programme.

Meanwhile, mobilization of Farmers Group SHG was conducted on December 13, where “mhonka SHG” was formed consisting of 12 members.

“Demonstration on use of Bio-fertilizers” was also conducted where ATM Chukitong Block, Zajamo, demonstrated on the seed treatment of Bio-fertilizers such as Azotobacter and phosphotika on radish seeds.

He also told them about seedling and soil treatment with Biofertilizers. Later on “Training on preparation of Liquid dish wash” was also conducted by BTM, Chukitong Block, Abeni Patton.

After the programme, biofertilizers such as Azotobacter and Phosphotika , seeds of Radish and materials for preparing liquid dish wash was distributed to the farmers.

Altogether 12 farmers and 3 ATMA officials attended the programme.

AT M A N i u l a n d b l o c k : ATMA Dimapur, Niuland block conducted a training program under Mobilization of Farmers Group at Ghotovi village on December 4 on the topic “Rodent Pest Management” with Agri officer Niuland SDAO, Aripong, as the resource person.

A press release from ATMA Dimapur, Nzamo Kikon stated that the resource person opined that rodent infestations can cause considerable damage to infested buildings and local agriculture and the chemical control of rodent infestation is most commonly by the use of poisoned baits.

Further, an Oil Palm Farm School was set up with Vitozhe Sema, a progressive farmer whose farm is spread over eight hectares as the farm teacher. He received saplings from Niuland SDAO in the year 2016, and it comprises of 600 trees presently. BTM Niuland block, Demalu Hasnusa, denoted the functions of a farm school.

ATMA Bhandari block: ATMA Wokha, Bhandari block inaugurated an Arecanut farm school at Bhandari Town at the

progressive farmers’ field of Nzio Lotha on December 5.

A press release from SDO (Sc)-&-BTT convener Bhandari block, Chumbeni Odyuo stated that ATM, ATMA Bhandari block, Phyobeni Mozhui imparted training on combating diseases of arecanut, and ATM, ATMA Bhandari block, Thungchobeni Ezung demonstrated bordeaux mixture for disease control.

Farmers’ friend ATMA Bhandari block and farm school teacher, Nzio Lotha, shared about the selection of good arecanut seedlings and its cultivation. Other participant dwelt on the importance of cultivating of different varieties of arecanut.

Chair person, Chumbeni Odyuo, delivered a welcome speech and shared on the concept of Farm Schools. The program concluded with a remark from the chairperson who encouraged the participants to take up arecanut on a commercial scale. Altogether 18 persons cultivating arecanut attended the program. The program was sponsored by ATMA, Wokha.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2018

PC commemorates Human rights Day

DIMAPUR: Peace Channel in collaboration with ACID cum NDWM commemorated Human Rights Day on the theme, “Lets stand up for Equality, Justice and Human Dignity” on December 11, at Asissi Centre for Integrated Development, Conference hall, Dimapur.

A press release from Peace Channel researcher, Garrol Lotha stated that Elizabeth Humtsoe (lecturer of City Law College) was the resource person for the program. Stressing on the theme, she said that Rights have been in existence but Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was officially adopted in the year 1948. She also highlighted the Preamble of Universal Declaration

of Human Rights. She asserted that there will be no justice without recognizition of Human Rights. Reflecting on the various violations of the human rights in Naga society, Elizabeth also highlighted a number of examples prevalent in the present scenario. She concluded her session with a Human Rights pledge which was administered to all the participants.

Ajay Sethi, an associate member of Peace Channel encouraged the participants by sharing about “Karma”action, works or deeds.

Garrol Lotha, also spoke on various types of conflict and different causes that leads to conflict. She also shared various ways of tackling with conflict-

ing situations positively in day to day life. She then highlighted different issues that are prevalent in Naga society between different age groups.

The program was compered by Katini; Dr. Fr. C.P. Anto, director, Peace Channel invoked God’s blessing, followed by a welcome address by Sister Pramila, director, ACID. Program coordinator Chumdemo Odyuo, delivered a vote of thanks.

The program was attended

by Peace Club members and teacher co-coordinators from different educational institution, NDWM members from different walk of life. Altogether 170 participants attended the program.

On the occasion of the National Energy Conservation Day on December 14, the Electrical Inspectorate as the Nagaland State Designated Agency (NSDA) on Energy Conservation participated by putting up banners with messages on Energy Conservation in prominent locations in the State Capital Kohima.

Pamphlets/ flyers etc were distributed to the general public in and around Kohima. (Chief Electrical Inspector, Er. I. V. Chishi)

BJP kisan morcha meeting -cum pre-Christmas for parliamentary election next year and not to be misled by propaganda but to work hard.

Earlier in the programme chaired by Mhathung Shitio, secretary state kisan morcha, John associate pastor Konyak Baptist Church Dimapur, invoked God’s blessing.

Amenuo Kerhuo, secretary state kisan morcha, welcomed the gathering while Akala Walling, presented Hindi song. T. Mirhu, general secretary, kisan morcha state also gave a general secretary report and read out the BJP Nagaland kisan morcha meeting-cum pre-Christmas programme in Dimapur. resolutions. Akum S. Walling, vice president, kisan to power at the centre for DIMAPUR: The first ex- cha general secretary, T. ordinate with the party another term, whereby the morcha pronounced vote ecutive meeting of BJP Mirhu stated that, Er. C. and farmers. of thanks.

Nagaland kisan morch- Kawang Konyak, vice He also encouraged committee was preparing cum-pre-Christmas was president and also in- the house to enhance orheld at Tourist Lodge here charge kisan morcha, ad- ganic farming. Er. S. Jami, OFFICE OF THE on Tuesday. dressed the gathering and president, kisan morcha PUNGRO VILLAGE STUDENTS' UNION A press release from encouraged state kisan assured the party workers PUNGRO : KIPHIRE BJP Nagaland kisan mor- morcha officials to co- that the party will come FELICITATION

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With immense pride and honor, the Bhumnyu Union Kohima conveys its heartiest congratulations to DR. YINGLONG H. PHOM, D/o Mr. C. Hongya & Mrs. Amongla Phom of Bhumnyu Village on clearing the recently declared NPSC Examination to the Post of Medical Officer (Cl-1 Gazetted) under Home Department.

The Union genuinely acknowledge and appreciate your hard labour, sincerity and dedication, bringing laurels to the Union and Village in general.

May our Almighty God continue to bless & guide you.

C. TAMEI PHOM P. YAMJEI PHOM Gen. Secy. BUK President BUK.

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DIMAPUR: Mokokchung Battalion of Assam Rifles conducted a lecture and awareness programme on HIV and AIDS for local residents of Mokokchung on the occasion of “World AIDS Day” on December 1.

According to PRO HQ IGAR (N), how drug abuse leads to HIV and AIDs transmission was given due emphasis. Various initiatives and schemes to help eradicate HIV and AIDs and the steps being taken

by National Aids Control Organisation (NACO) were also covered. 27 locals attended the lecture and awareness programme.

It may be noted that as part of its civic action programmes, Assam Rifles has been conducting various activities for the local population to help it become more capable, learn about diseases and to improve military and civil relations.

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We, the Pungro Village Students' Union with immense pride and honour, extends our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Deventhong, S/o Mr. T. Torechu, of Pungro Village for his success in the recently conducted NPSC examination for the post of Asst. Geologist (Cl-1 Gazetted), under Geology and Mining Department.

The union further wishes him good health and wisdom in his future endeavour.

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With immense pride and honour, the Soyim Gazetted Officers’ Association, would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Kikamanen Jamir, (s/o Lt. Arishiba Salong), for being promoted to the post of Managing Director, Nagaland State Mineral Development Corporation, Nagaland, Kohima.

The Association wishes him success in his future endeavour.

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The said Regt. No. 12329 C/N JOSHUA is hereby directed to report to the undersigned within 7 (seven) days from the date of publication of this notice failing which he will be declared as deserter without further notice.

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Won’t let PM sleep until all farm loans waived: Rahul

New Delhi, Dec 18 (PTI): Addressing the country’s distressed farmers directly from outside Parliament, Congress chief Rahul Gandhi Tuesday said he will not let Prime Minister Narendra Modi sleep until all farm loans are waived.

In a stinging attack on what he described as crony capitalism, Gandhi said the government has turned a blind eye to the loans given to 15 top industrialists of the country, including Reliance’s Anil Ambani, but made no effort to alleviate the woes of the farmers in the last four years. “ We p r o m i s e d t o waive loans in 10 days. In two states, we did it within six hours and we would do it in the third state very soon,” he told reporters outside Parliament.

He was referring to the Congress’ newly-formed governments in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh fulfilling promises made ahead of the assembly polls and waiving loans on Monday. A Congress government, led by Ashok Gehlot, was also sworn-in in Rajasthan.

Gandhi said the recent win of the Congress in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh is the

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victory of the poor, the farmers, the youth, labour and small shopkeepers.

“Modi ji has been prime minister for 4.5 years, but has not waived a single rupee of farmers’ loans. I want to tell you that the Congress party and other opposition parties will unite till all farm loans are waived. We will stand up and fight against them, we will not retract a single inch, we will not let him (PM) sleep at night, till the time Indian farmers’ loans are waived.

“I want to give this message and tell the farmers that this country is yours and not of 15-20 industrialists. That injustice being done to you, despite the hard work and toil that help provide food to the country. Your voice does not reach and we will help do it. We have done it in three states and you

remember that we will exert pressure on Narendra Modi to waive farm loans,” he said.

Issuing a challenge to the prime minister, Gandhi said, “If the Modi government does not waive farm loans, we guarantee to waive farm loans if voted to power in 2019.”

He said a united opposition will exert “such pressure on Modi that not a single farmer will be left out”.

“The Congress and other opposition parties are behind you. You don’t worry. Your work is being done,” he told the farmers.

He also claimed that the loans of friends of Modi and BJP president Amit Shah had been waived.

Alleging that Rs 3.5 lakh crore was waived for 15 people, including for Anil Ambani, he said poor people and small shopkeepers were on one side and the group of industrialists on the other.

He assured the people that the Congress and all other opposition parties would stand by them.

Terming demonetisation “the world’s biggest scam”, Gandhi said the government has stolen from the public, shopkeepers and farmers.

Cartoons don’t hurt, they have healing power: Modi Mumbai, Dec 18 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday suggested that a case study of the socio-political history of last four to five decades by way of cartoons be taken up by a university in Maharashtra.

He said cartoons do not hurt but have a “healing power”.

He was speaking after launching a coffee table book, titled “Timeless Laxman”, on the life and times of renowned cartoonist late R K Laxman, who was known for his iconic caricature of ‘The Common Man’.

Fadnavis and Governor C Vidyasagar Rao were also present at the event.

“I would like to tell Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to see if any university in the state can do a case study of the sociopolitical history through the medium of cartoons.

The base can be Laxman’s works,” Modi said.

He said Laxman’s cartoons were the “easiest way of teaching social science”.

“Laxman was not just an individual but a fundamental thread that held together crores of common people and their hearts,” he said.

He congratulated the late cartoonist’s family for digitalising the ‘Common

Sensational murder shocks Dimapur

(From p-1) The chief minister conveyed deepest condolences to the bereaved family and to all his well wishers and prayed to Almighty God to let his soul rest in peace and give strength and solace to his loved ones.

Dy. CM: State deputy chief minister, Y Patton, also expressed anguish over the killing of late Kevi Zakiesatuo, and has asked the investigating agencies not to leave any stone unturned to bring the perpetrator(s) to book.

Patton, in a condolence message, described late Zakiesatuo as a prominent citizen, social worker and a politician, who was also among the pioneers of Dimapur town, Patton extended condolences to the bereaved family members at this time of grief and sorrow and pray that God Almighty grant them solace and the departed soul to rest in eternal peace.

N P CC : E x p r e s s ing shock over the coldblooded killing of late Kevi Zakiesatuo, the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) said there was no longer any respect for the government, the law and its enforcing agencies and people were no longer safe even in their own homes.

In a press release, NPCC president, K Therie, said the murder of a peaceful leader like late Zakiesatuo was akin to the murder of peace and harmony and deserved the highest condemnation.

NPCC president described late Zakiesatuo as a selfless leader and said that in his life of public service, he also served the Congress party in various capacities including as general secretary, NPCC and DCC Dimapur president.

Therie said he also served the public on many other public platforms and was also elected twice as member Dimapur Town Council. His untimely demise has created an irreparable vacuum which cannot be filled, NPCC president said conveyed deepest condolences to the bereaved family members on behalf of all rank and file of NPCC. WA P O : We s t e r n Angami Public Organisation (WAPO) has condemned the gruesome murder of late Kevi Zakiesato and appealed to the law enforcing agency to ensure that no

loophole was left unattended in bringing the culprit(s) to book and in ensuring a befitting punishment to such criminal(s).

In a statement, WAPO president Lhouphrevilie Rino and general secretary Keviphotsü Khwükha also conveyed deepest condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed for the departed soul to rest in eternal peace.

CA K U : C h a k h r o A n g a m i Ku d a U n i o n (CAKU) has expressed shock and pain over the sudden demise of Kevi Zakiesatuo and appealed to the responsible agencies not to leave any stone unturned to nab the perpetrators at the earliest.

In a press release, CAKU president LuolaÜsou and secretary Thejangulie Angami while condemning the “heinous crime and the barbaric murder in the strongest manner” said the union would no more remain a silent spectator against the crime that have taken the lives of so many leaders from the community.

The union said those behind the murders of Kevi should not left free, either from within or external forces.

CAKU said late Zakiesatuo was a prominent citizen of Dimapur and a well known person, who served the Nagas and the community in particular in various capacities. It also acknowledged his generosity towards various organizations.

Further, expressing sorrow over the sudden demise of its leader, CAKU prayed that Almighty give the strength to the bereaved family and comfort them.

SCD: Sumi Council, Dimapur (SCD) has expressed shock over the untimely and sadden demise of Kevi Zakiesatuo, a prominent social worker and pioneer of Dimapur town.

In a statement, SCD chairman Kuhoi Zhimo said late Zakiesatuo was an active Congress leader and contested Assembly election from1 Dimapur-I assembly constituency once.

While expressing deepest condolences to his wife Sivi Zakiesato and children, the Sumi Council, Dimapur prayed that the departed soul rest in eternal peace.

NPP state unit: National People’s Party (NPP) Nagaland state unit has expressed deep sadness over the gruesome murder of Kevi Zakiesetuo.

In a statement, NPP state unit condemned the horrendous act and expressed hope that justice would prevail soon. NPP unit also extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and wished them hope and comfort in the midst of sorrow.

NPF minority wing: Naga People’s Front (NPF) minority wing strongly condemned the brutal murder of Kevi Zakiesatuo and said that “such senseless killing is an act of cowardice and not of heroism”.

In a statement, NPF minority wing (central) presidentBishnu Bhattacharjee urged the responsible authority to setup one special investigation team and draw up action plans to trace the killer and find out the motive behind the murder.

The members of minority wing have conveyed deepest condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.

PCB: Punjabi Community, Dimapur (PCD) has expressed grief over the untimely death of Kevi Zakiesatuo, a prominent social worker and a Dimapur

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In a press release, PCD president Gurbachan Singh described late Zakiesatuo as “a secular person” who loved the people irrespective of caste, creed or religion.

PCD said the people of Dimapur in general will miss him and the void created by his demise will be difficult to fill.

PCD expressed deepest condolences to his wife and children and praye dfor the departed soul to rest in eternal peace.

Man’ cartoon and deciding to release his works in an animated form.

Cartoonists are “closer to God” as they can minutely observe different characteristics of various human beings, he said.

“The common man is constant. He is modern and strong. Even through his way of dressing, one cannot make out which part of India he represents.

Laxman’s approach was to find diversity in caricatures and bring them together.

Cartoons don’t hurt. They have a healing power,” he said.

Modi recalled how Laxman’s cartoons made a lasting impression on his mind.

“I always used to feel why aeroplanes should have the ‘Maharaja’ tag and not that of a common man.

My thought reached then prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and some flights have the common man pictures on them,” he said.

“After coming to power, I dreamt that those wearing hawai chappals (slippers) should also be able to fly in planes. Now, more people travel by air than second class air-conditioned train compartments,” he said.

On the occasion, Fadnavis said Laxman’s cartoons connected several generations.

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(From p-1) He added that these cylinders with less weight were then delivered to distributors.

But the SP claimed that the SOT team caught the accused persons red-handed before they could complete refilling of all the empty cylinders, though 44 out of 60 empty cylinders were already refilled with the pilfered gas.

Referring to the video that was being circulated in social media, the SP clarified that Longkumer agency’s was not involved in all these, even as he appealed to all to refrain from circulating the video. He, however, added that the police were looking into the angle of negligence on the part of the stakeholders on the matter.

The SP also advised customers and the public in general to be more vigilant and report to the nearest police station immediately, if they had any information or suspected LPG pilferage. He said the customers needed to be more cautious in future by weighing cylinders before buying from distributors to prevent such incidents.

Asking the distributors to be more cautious while receiving and selling the LPG consignments as it was their responsibility to check the consignment thoroughly as per the existing guidelines to avoid and detect pilferages during the transportation, the SP said they should report to the nearest police station, if there was any pilferage.

During December last year, Mokokchung Police had arrested two persons for alleged LPG pilferage in Zunheboto-bound LPG trucks.

And to prevent commission of similar crimes in the future, the SP asked both customers and dealers to be more vigilant and cautious, while extending cooperation to the police in addressing the issue.

NSCN(R) expels ‘army chief’

(From p-1) NSCN(R) tendered unqualified apology to the Naga nation for its mistake in conferring a high status to Jackson, who it said, was un-reliable person to lead the Naga Army.

The organisation also apologised to Pochury community for taking such an extreme action against Jackson and urged the tribe’s leaders not to misconstrue this action as discrimination or targeting the Pochury tribe.

NSCN(R) explained that it had accepted Jackson as lieutenant colonel from NSCN (Unification) in December 2015 and unanimously decided to elevate him to the highest rank in Naga Army set-up and conferred him with major general rank within a short time simply because it wanted minor tribes to lead the nation.

NSCN(R) appealed to other Naga revolutionary governments and organisations not to entertain such unreliable person as accepting him would only disgrace the nation.

“Naga people are moving towards ultimate unity and reconciliation with a comprehensive solution from Government of India, and entertaining such a person will only lead to misunderstanding and confusion,” the statement added.

Meanwhile, NSCN(R) directed Jackson to hand over all “government properties”, including firearms, vehicle and other documents through some NGOs, within a week.

The organisation said the expelled leader was possessing two identified arms – .32 pistol and M16 – provided by GPRN for his security.

The organisation also urged Naga Army personnel “misguided by Jackson” to come back and report to its president.

Nageshwara Rao appointed CBI additional director

New Delhi, Dec 18 (PTI): M Nageswara Rao, who is holding post of interim CBI Director, was Tuesday promoted to the rank of an additional director by the government.A 1986batch IPS officer from the Odisha cadre, Rao’s name was cleared by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.

The promotion of M Nageswara Rao (File) Rao, who took over as a midnight drama on Ocinterim CBI Director amid tober 24, came after the

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government stepped in between Director CBI Alok Verma and Special Director Rakesh Asthana fight, which reached court.

Rao was not considered for the rank of additional director in November 2016 as well as when a review of this batch took place in April 2018.

He had joined the CBI as a joint director in 2016.

The Supreme Court has asked Rao not to take

any policy decisions until it hears the petition related to the feud between Verma and Asthana.

Rao took over as interim CBI director following a midnight government order giving him Verma’s powers.

He affixed signatures on over dozen transfer orders, mainly of those officers who were probing Asthana, besides ordering search and sealing of CBI Director’s office.

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The Government of Nagaland and the Global Compact Network India hosts the 1st Northeast Summit on “Developing the Northeast Through the Power of Entrepreneurship”, on 20 – 21st December 2018 at Niathu Resort, Dimapur The Government of Nagaland in partnership with UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI), co-hosted by International Chamber for Service Industry (ICSI) will be holding its 1st Northeast Summit “Developing Northeast through the Power of Entrepreneurship” on 20th & 21st December 2018 in Dimapur, Nagaland. The Hon’ble CM of Nagaland, Mr. Neiphiu Rio will give the keynote address during the inaugural session. He will be joined by Ms Nadia Rasheed, UNDP Deputy Resident Representative, who will give the special address.

Bringing together Policy Makers, UN Agencies, Chief Executives, Chief Sustainability Officers, CSR Managers/ Practitioners, Government Officials, Entrepreneurs, Academicians, Civil Society Organisations and NGOs across India & the Northeast in particular, this Summit is an opportunity to create sustainable development opportunities for the people of the Northeast. The participants will focus on entrepreneurship and skilling, innovative financing, marketing, processing and infrastructure development to accelerate inclusive growth and employment across various sectors including tourism, textile and agriculture.

The Summit will feature over 50 eminent speakers from across the country along with participating delegations from all north eastern states. This Summit will feature a policy maker’s panel comprising of senior officials from Government of India and States. It will provide an opportunity to understand policies that are in place while exploring the roadmap to promote sustainable development and entrepreneurship in the region. The panel on innovative finance will feature senior managers and decision makers of organisations like Intellicap, SIDBI, SBI, NSDC and NeDFi. Discussions will highlight a range of financing opportunities from grants to loans to equity investments. Heads of CSRs of organisations like Bhel, ReNew Power, Charities Aid Foundation India, Axis Bank & KPMG will lay the roadmap on how to tap into the CSR budgets. The entrepreneur’s panel will feature successful entrepreneurs from across the country. Roundtable sessions on key focus sectors –tourism, textiles, agriculture and food processing will feature successful entrepreneurs, and will provide an opportunity to share best practices and provide recommendations for the State to further develop each sector.

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W.P (C) NO.264 (K)/18.

Shri Marnokden & 28 Ors. -VsState of Nagaland & 21 Ors. To

Shri. R. Yohan Junior Engineer Directorate of Municipal Affairs, Kohima.

2. Shri. Mhabemo Ovung Junior Engineer Urban Development, Kohima, Nagaland.

3. Shri. Rokuozanuo Jacinta Junior Engineer Office of the Chief Engineer, PWD, National Highway, Kohima, Nagaland.

4. Shri. Bendangwati Junior Engineer Office of the Executive Engineer, PWD (R&B) Mokokchung Division.

5. Shri. Vizokhunuo Angami Junior Engineer Office of the Chief Engineer, PWD (Housing), Kohima, Nagaland.

6. Shri. Kewepu Tsuha Junior Engineer Office of the Executive Engineer, PWD (R&B) Pfutsero Division.

7. Shri. P. Chubathung Ngully Junior Engineer Office of the Executive Engineer, PWD (R&B) Peren Division.

8. Shri. Kevimelie Linyu Junior Engineer Office of the Chief Engineer, PWD (Housing) Kohima, Nagaland.

9. Shri. Kenieseto Kera Junior Engineer CAWD, Kohima, Nagaland.

10. Shri. Khrielievio Tsumyu Junior Engineer NCID (Housing) Kohima.

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11. Shri. Chingshen C Phom Junior Engineer Department of Under Developed Areas, Kohima, Nagaland.

12. Shri. L. Semo Khiamungan Junior Engineer Office of the Executive Engineer, PWD (R&B), Noklak Division 13. Shri. Sejongmong Sangtam Junior Engineer Office of the Executive Engineer, National Highway, Tuensang Division.

14. Shri. Yanbemo Ezung Junior Engineer, PWD, National Highway Division-I, Kohima, Nagaland.

15. Shri. Y.Yehevi Junior Engineer Office of the Executive Engineer, National Highway, Tuensang Division.

16. Shri. Neidilhoulie Junior Engineer Office of the Executive Engineer, PWD (Housing) Tuensang Division.

17. Smti. Vikali Zhimomi Junior Engineer Office of the Executive Engineer, PWD (Housing) Dimapur Division.

18. Shri. Razoutuolie Junior Engineer Office of the Chief Engineer, PWD (Housing), Kohima, Nagaland.

NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that W.P (C) NO.264 (K)/18 has been filed by the above named Petitioners in the Gauhati High Court, Kohima Bench, wherein you have been impleaded as Respondents No. 5-22.

The Hon’ble High Court vide Order dated 12-12-2018 has directed for substituted notice through 2 (two) local dailies and the matter has been fixed after 1 (one) month for entering of appearance. If no appearance is made on your behalf or by your advocate or by someone authorized by law to act on your behalf on the next date of appearance, the matter will be heard and decided in your absence.

Signed and sealed by the order of the Court on this the 12th day of December 2018.

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BJP calls for patience on Ram temple

New Delhi, Dec 18 (PTI): The CBI has booked two Army officers for allegedly taking bribes of over Rs 82 lakh from a civilian supplier in the procurement of rations for troops posted in Nagaland, officials said Tuesday. The action has been taken on a complaint from Brigadier Rajiv Gautam posted at the headquarters of the Army’s 3 Corps.

Lt Col Amit Sharma and Lt Col Sutikshan Rana, officers of the Army Service Corps, received bribes worth Rs 82 lakh between 2012 and 2016 from a supplier of ration, according to the complaint, which also stated that the figure might increase. Sharma was commanding officer of the Army Service Corps (Supply) Type ‘C’ at Dimapur from July 27, 2012, to October 15, 2014, while Rana held the position from October 16, 2014, to September 10, 2016.

The Army had carried out a court of inquiry during which it was found that Rs 82 lakh were allegedly paid to these two officers by Jai Prakash Singh, a contractor, it said. During a sevenmonth-long preliminary enquiry, the CBI managed to established alleged payments of Rs 10 lakh and Rs 3.40 lakh from Singh to Sharma and Rana, respectively, the officials said.

The payments were made through bank deposits of third parties known or close to the family members of Sharma and Rana, they said.

Can a murder convict be kept indefinitely in jail, asks HC

New Delhi, Dec 18 (IANS): The Delhi High Court on Tuesday sought to know whether a person can be kept in jail indefinitely for committing a murder, even if he has already served the sentence.

A bench of Justices Siddharth Mridul and Sangita Dhingra Sehgal raised the query while hearing a plea filed by former youth Congress leader Sushil Kumar Sharma, who is serving life term in the 1995 murder of his wife Naina Sahni.

Asking whether a person could be allowed to be kept in jail indefinitely for the offence of murder, the bench observed it is a human rights concern of the prisoner and termed the issue as “very serious”.

Sharma is seeking release after having undergone nearly 29 years of incarceration. The Sentence Review Board has rejected the plea of Sharma seeking premature release, saying that he had been convicted for brutal killing of his wife.

The high court bench pointed that the Supreme Court, while commuting death penalty to life imprisonment to Sharma, had clearly observed that “the medical evidence does not establish that the dead body of the deceased was cut”.

“The second post-mortem report states that no opinion could be given as to whether the dead body was cut as dislocation could be due to burning of the body.

Justice will be done in Hafiz Saeed’s case: Akbaruddin

Syed Akbaruddin (File)

New Delhi, Dec 18 (PTI): India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Syed Akbaruddin said justice will be done in the case of Mumbai attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed and the country will not forget or forgive what he did.

Speaking on the sidelines of a conference on soft power, he said, “Justice will be done in the case of Hafiz Saaed and the country will not forget or forgive

asked party MPs to be patient.

As the two MPs raised the issue, a few others also supported them, the sources said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not present at the meeting, nor was BJP president Amit Shah.

There is a view within the BJP that initiating steps for the temple’s construction will boost its prospects in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.

Gadkari said the Ram temple issue is linked to India’s rich culture, heritage and history.

“Ayodhya issue is not a communal issue and is not religious as well. Lord Rama is symbol of our history, culture and heritage. It has been proven that temple was there. If Ram temple

what he did.”

Addressing the conference, he said India’s major needs as a developing country will always be internal.

“India’s major needs as a developing country will always be internal.

Given that we are a country of a billion plus, every aspect of our public diplomacy would be towards improving our internal conditions,” he said.

He also listed some of the biggest challenges facing the country.

“The big challenges facing India are climate (change) and sanitation and there is no shame in acknowledging that we need to improve. I have not seen any diplomat before 2014 stood up to acknowledge our shortcomings,” he said.

There is no recovery of any weapon like chopper which could suggest that the appellant had cut the dead body,” the apex court had stated.

The high court also noted that the top court had ruled that the murder was the outcome of strained personal relationship which was not an offence against the society.

“He is incarcerated for over 25 years including remission,” Justice Mridul said asking why should the authorities keep Sharma in jail indefinitely.

The bench observed that there is no possibility of Sharma committing a similar offence again and the authorities do not see him as a menace to the society.

The court has listed the matter for further hearing on Wednesday and asked the Delhi government to present the original records on Sharma’s application to the Sentence Review Board for premature release.

Sharma’s advocate Amit Sahni told the court that Sharma is in prison since 1995 and he has already undergone the maximum prescribed sentence as mandated under the guidelines.

The Delhi government told the court that the Lieutenant General is the competent authority to decide the pre-mature release of convicts and he had accepted the Sentence Review Board’s recommendations not to release Sharma.

Ko l kata , D e c 1 8 (PTI): Cyclone Phethai has weakened into a wellmarked low pressure as it moved in a north-easterly direction, the Meteorological Department said Tuesday while forecasting more rain till Wednesday morning in West Bengal.

Intermittent rain and chilly wind continued through the night in most places of West Bengal, causing hardship to school children and office-goers in the morning.

The weather is likely to improve from Wednesday morning in West Bengal as the well-marked low pressure will further weaken into a low pressure system and move to the north-eastern states, where it will cause heavy rain at isolated places, the Met department said.

The weatherman forecast light to moderate rain in most places of Gangetic West Bengal and in some places of Sub-Himalayan West Bengal.

In Kolkata, the maximum day temperature has come down to around 22 degrees Celsius, five notches below normal, owing to an overcast sky and continuous light rain.

New Delhi, Dec 18 (IANS): While global coal demand looks set to rise for the second year in a row in 2018, it is forecast to remain stable over the next five years as declines in Europe and North America are offset by strong growth in India and Southeast Asia, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Tuesday.

Air quality and climate policies, coal divestment campaigns, phase-out announcements, declining costs of renewables and

abundant supplies of natural gas are all putting pressure on coal. As a result, coal’s contribution to the global energy mix is forecast to decline slightly from 27 per cent in 2017 to 25 per cent by 2023, IEA’s market report ‘Coal 2018’ said. But coal demand grows across much of Asia due to its affordability and availability.

India sees the largest increase of any country, although the rate of growth, at 3.9 per cent per year, is slowing, dampened by a

Ko l kata , D e c 1 8 (PTI): Senior Trinamool Congress leader and minister Subrata Mukherjee Tuesday ruled out any possibility of pre-poll alliance with the Congress but kept all “post-poll” options open.

“Right now we will do whatever is needed to defeat the BJP. We will fight it alone. After the Lok Sabha results are announced we will decide our next course of action after discussing with everybody,” Mukherjee told reporters.

Reacting to his statement, Leader of Opposition Abdul Mannan of the Congress wondered who has asked the TMC to ally with the party.

“Did we ask them to ally with us. We want to fight alone in Bengal. Alligning with the TMC has always been a disaster. It is the TMC which has tried

Subrata Mukherjee (File)

to wipe out the Congress from West Bengal,” Mannan said. TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee had announced in July that that the party would contest the 42 Lok Sabha seats of the state alone.

The TMC, however, attended several opposition meetings that has taken place in New Delhi.

But the party has also opposed DMK president M K Stalin’s proposal to the name of Congress chief Allying Gandhi as the prime

The Western Sumi Sports Association would like to express our sincere gratitude to all the participating teams, K. Hetoi Village (Host Village), invitees and other individuals for their valuable contribution in physically, materially and mentally towards the success of the 20th M.B.E Zhuikhu Memorial Trophy Annual sports meet 2018.

We would also like to acknowledge some few individuals and organization as :-

Shri. N. Jacob Zhimomi, Hon'ble Minister, PHED, Govt. of Nagaland Shri. Akihito Zhimomi, President, Sumi Games & Sports Association.

Shri. Edward K. Zhimomi (Trophy Donor), Retd. Secy to the Govt. of Nagaland Match Patrons : I. Shri. Mughavi Awomi, President, WSYF II) Smti. G. Jolly Zhimomi, President, WSTH. III) Shri. Kakiho Awomi, President, WSSU IV) Shri. Vikugha Chophy, President, Dimapur District Badminton Association.

Shri. Tokheho Yeptho, MP. (Lok Sabha) CAO. IM. UT-I Dimapur District Football Referee Association Shri. Vikato Achumi, Gen/Secy - WSH Shri. Vihuto Yeptho, President, WSKH Shri. Atokhe Aye, Project Director, RD Dimapur Wing Commander, S. Akheto Jakhalu, Project Director (IAS) Shri. Apeto Assumi, GB, Advisor, WSKH Shri. P. Vizheto Tuccu. Hd. GB., P. Vizheto Village Shri. Ikishe Zhimomi, Kilonser, FGN Shri. Huton Zhimo, Shokhuvi Village

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large-scale expansion of renewables and the use of supercritical technology in new coal power plants.

Significant increases in coal use are also expected in Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia and Pakistan.

Coal in China accounts for 14 per cent of global primary energy, the largest in the world. Developments in the Chinese coal sector have the potential to affect coal, gas and electricity prices across the world, for

TMC says no pre-poll alliance with Cong

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have a period every day where they will be encouraged and trained to opt for entrepreneurship and a mindset will be created so that “students do not step out of the schools thinking of a job-seeker course but with a thought of becoming an entrepreneur”.

Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal, who is the Chancellor of the varsity, while congratulating over 1,100 students who were awarded the degree, suggested that entrepreneurs should be supported by the government.

He also said the government should also think about the funding part so that students do not suffer when they step out.

Sisodia, last week, said the definition of nationalism should include the spirit to become a job-giver instead of job-seeker.

He had urged the curriculum design teams of the top institutes to introspect as they failed to make students the job creators.

Apart from Happiness and Entrepreneurship curriculum, the Delhi government is also planning for an activity-based curriculum to inculcate habits of cleanliness and hygiene among the students.

New Delhi, Dec 18 (IANS): A Delhi court on Tuesday granted bail to Manoj Prasad, an alleged middleman in a corruption case involving Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Special Director Rakesh Asthana. Special CBI judge Santosh Snehi Mann granted bail to Prasad, observing that no purpose would be served by keeping him behind bars.

Granting him bail on a personal bond of Rs 1 lakh with two sureties of the like amount, the court directed him to not leave the country without the permission and also mandated him to report to the CBI every Monday.

The CBI had on October 15 registered a case against Asthana for allegedly receiving a bribe of Rs 2 crore from one Sana Sathish Babu which was given through two middlemen -- Manoj Prasad and Somesh Prasad -- to wreck the probe against meat exporter Moin Qureshi. Manoj Prasad was arrested on October 17.

CBI’s Deputy Superintendent of Police Devender Kumar, who is accused of falsifying records of the corruption case, was arrested on October 22. Kumar was granted bail by a trial court on October 31.

Coal use declines in Europe, but spikes in India: IEA

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New Delhi, Dec 18 (IANS): After the “Happiness Curriculum” in schools, the Delhi government will now launch “Entrepreneurship Curriculum” from next session to groom students to become job providers and not seekers, Education Minister Manish Sisodia said on Tuesday.

Talking about curriculum at the first convocation of Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women, Sisodia said it will be designed in a way to train the students to think of becoming entrepreneurs and help them select thier college-level courses accordingly.

“We had launched the Happiness Curriculum in government schools. Now we will launch the Entrepreneurship Curriculum from the next session for secondary and senior secondary students,” he said.

Calling unemployment a major issue before the nation, Sisodia said: “We should also celebrate those students who did not take up jobs and instead chose to provide jobs to others.

“The definition of patriotism should be extended to those who provide jobs.”

Under the curriculum, students above Class 9 will

Middleman in Asthana bribery case granted bail

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ministerial candidate of the opposition by saying any such announcement would be premature as it would divide the opposition camp.

The state Congress leadership, too, has been vocal against the TMC for not giving credit to Gandhi for the massive victory in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh Assembly polls.

The Congress had last week asked if Trinamool leaders were having “sleepless nights” fearing that their dream of Banerjee becoming the prime minister might not realise.

instance through inter-fuel substitution or regional arbitrage.

This puts China’s coal sector at the centre of the global energy stage. While China accounts for nearly half of the world’s coal consumption, its clean-air measures are set to constrain Chinese coal demand going forward. The IEA forecasts Chinese coal demand to fall by around three per cent over the period.

Meanwhile, in a growing number of countries,

the phase out of coal-fired generation is a key policy goal.

But market trends are proving resistant to change.

“The story of coal is a tale of two worlds with climate action policies and economic forces leading to closing coal power plants in some countries, while coal continues to play a part in securing access to affordable energy in others,” said Keisuke Sadamori, Director of Energy Markets and Security at the IEA.

FELICITATION The Sükiu (A) Village Council and Sükiu (A) Village Students’ Union expresses its happiness and congratulate to Mr. Rulin T, son of Vai. Tsangli for securing the post of Junior Engineer (Cl-II Gazetted) under Works & Housing Dept. in the recently declared NPSC result.

It is our prayers and hope that he will reach greater heights in the days to come and continue to bring laurels to the Village community.

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CBI books 2 Army officers for graft

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member’s bill in Parliament seeking the construction of a Ram temple at the disputed site.

The Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid case is currently in the Supreme Court. The court has said it would decide in January when to begin the hearing in the case.

At the BJP parliamentary party meeting, Ravindra Kushwaha and Hari Narayan Rajbhar, both Lok Sabha MPs from Uttar Pradesh, raised the Ram temple issue and enquired about the government’s stand on the matter, sources said.

Rajnath Singh, who was addressing the meeting, told the members that everyone wants a Ram temple at the site where Lord Ram is believed to be born and

cannot be built at birth place in Hindustan then where should it be? Crores of people’s sentiments and desire is that Ram temple should be built there,” Gadkari said at a conclave by Aaj Tak news channel.

The minister said this sentiment prevailed earlier also in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) agenda and remained at present as well.

“There are three ways for it - matter is in court, it can be through mutual consent or by any decision in Parliament through 2/3rd majority. But I believe it should happen through mutual consent. our fabric is ‘sarvadharma sambhav’. it should be based on this,” Gadkari, who holds several key portfolios in the Cabinet, said.

He claimed that even a large number of people in the Muslim community are in favour of settling the issue.

“The matter is in (the) Supreme Court ... they have the right to decide. I personally feel that the matter reached court as it was not solved at political level.

If court tries to find out a way then it can find out a way......mutual consent is the way out and it can be solved,” Gadkari added.

Delhi students to learn ‘Entrepreneurship’

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VILLAGE COUNCIL PHUSACHODU PHEK: NAGALAND.

GRATITUDE

The Phusachodu Village Council express its heartfelt gratitude to Major V. K. Sharma, A Company, Pfutsero post, 9 Assam Rifles, for conducting a free medical check up at Phusachodu Village on 15th December, 2018. The Council also conveys immense gratitude to Dr. T. N. K Ching, Comdt. CMO, 9 Assam Rifles and Dr. Ch. Saleo Mao, Comdt. CMO, 9 Assam Rifles, for meeting the medical needs of the Villagers who couldn’t afford to go for check up at the hospital.

The Council wishes blessings upon all ranks of 9 Assam Rifles as they continue to perform their virtuous work.

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New Delhi, Dec 18 (PTI): As Hindutva organisations mount pressure on the Centre for a law to build a Ram temple in Ayodhya, two senior union ministers-Rajnath Singh and Nitin Gadkari--Tuesday called for patience and favoured the construction at the disputed site through mutual consent.

Gadkari also asserted that the demand for the Ram temple is not a “communal or religious” issue while Rajnath Singh, the union home minister, counselled patience when some party’s MP’s wanted to know the government’s stand at the meeting of the BJP parliamentary party.

Hindutva organisations, including the Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh(RSS), have in the last few months intensified their demand for an early construction of the temple, with many of them, including the Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat, pitching for a law to facilitate this.

Though the BJP has agreed with the sentiments of these organisations, it has so far not come out in support of a law.

BJP MP and RSS ideologue Rakesh Sinha last month suggested he would soon introduce a private

More rain forecast for West Bengal till Wednesday

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2018

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We, the undersigned, on behalf of the Secheku Welfare Union, Pfutsero Town would like to express our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to all the well-wishers who contributed whole-heartedly and generously to enable us to make the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the SWUPT on 8th December 2018 at Pfutsero Town a memorable event. In case, if we have forgotten to mention any Individual/Society/ Organization/Govt. Department for their help and gesture, we sincerely apologize to them for our folly and inadvertent negligence and pray to the Lord Almighty for his abundant blessings in their future endeavors.

Lists of Donors/ Well-wishers 1. All Village Council of Secheku Area 2. All Donors 3. K.G Kenye, M.P Rajya Sabha 4. K. Khalo, MLA 17 A/C 5. All Committee Convenors and Members 6. All Village Unit (SWUPT) 7. Phusachodu Village Council 8. Mr. Khusoi Hiesu 9. Dr. Zaveyi Hiesu 10. ADC Pfutsero 11. Merimvu Doulo Proprietor (Art Work) 12. SBCC 13. KTPO 14. Mothers Association Pfutsero 15. S.K Pfutsero 16. W.K Ritse 17. Punuru Hd. G. B Pfutsero 18. PWD Colony Pfutsero General Secretary SWUPT

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UK ministers meet to step up no-deal Brexit plans

Theresa May warned parliament on Monday that a chaotic no deal would happen unless they voted for her deal, or abandoned Brexit.

But Downing Street was reported on Tuesday to be blocking the motion from being debated.

“We won’t allow time for what is a stunt,” Britain’s Press Association quoted Downing Street as saying.

Labour had the option of tabling a binding motion but faced defeat after Conservative Brexit hardliners and the Democratic Unionist Party, which props up her government, both said they would back May. Leading eurosceptic Tory MP Jacob Rees-Mogg told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme on Tuesday that he “will always support the Conservative government, I will not vote a Conservative government out of office.”

Rees-Mogg led a party confidence vote against May last week, which she survived, but only after a third of her parliamentary party voted to oust her.

Even a non-binding vote of no-confidence from a majority in the House of Commons could leave May’s authority further weakened -- and potentially prompt another vote in her entire government and a general

Don’t blame migrants for everything: Pope to politicians

Pope Francis (File)

Rome, Dec 18 (Agencies): Pope Francis on Tuesday condemned nationalist leaders who blame migrants for their countries’ problems and themselves fostered mistrust in society by pursuing dishonest gain and xenophobic and racist policies. The 82-year-old pope, who has made defence of migrants a plank of his papacy, made the comments in his message for the Catholic Church’s World Day of Peace on January 1. It is sent to heads of state and government and international organisations.

It comes at a time when immigration is one of the most contentious issues in countries such as the United States, Italy, Germany and Hungary. Francis has sparred with US President Donald Trump and Italian right-wing league leader Matteo Salvini over the rights of migrants. “Political addresses that tend to blame every evil on migrants and to deprive the poor of hope are unacceptable,” said the pope, who did not mention any countries or leaders.

He said today’s times were “marked by a climate of mistrust rooted in the fear of others or of strangers, or anxiety about one’s personal security.” Francis said it was sad that mistrust was “also seen at the political level, in attitudes of rejection or forms of nationalism that call into question the fraternity of which our globalised K

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world has such great need.”

Last week, the pope praised the United Nation’s first Global Compact on Migration, which sets objectives for how the management of migration can be improved.

A number of nations, including the United States, Italy, Hungary, and Poland did not attend the meeting in Morocco.

Francis denounced a list of “vices” by politicians who he said undermined authentic democracy and brought disgrace to public life through various forms of corruption. Among these he included misappropriation of public resources, dishonest gain, xenophobia, racism, lack of concern for the environment, and plundering of natural resources.

He proposed eight “Beatitudes of the Politician” – first formulated by the late Vietnamese Cardinal Francois-Xavier Nguyen Van Thuan – as a guide for the behaviour of public office holders.

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Britain is set to leave the European Union on March 29 next year, but after 18 months of tortuous negotiations appears no closer to formalising a divorce deal.

If parliament fails to approve the text of her deal, Britain could crash out of the EU with no deal -- a prospect that experts warn could lead to serious trade disruption and trigger a financial crisis.

May insisted Monday that she was continuing to seek “assurances” from the EU over elements of her plan, although EU officials said no meetings were planned.

The delay on the vote has angered members of her own party and Labour opposition politicians, who accused her of trying to “run down the clock” ahead of Britain’s withdrawal to increase pressure on them to back the deal.

“The prime minister has cynically run down the clock, trying to manoeuvre parliament into a choice between two unacceptable outcomes” -- her deal or no deal, Corbyn said.

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Yemen ceasefire goes into effect in strategic port city

Mahinda Rajapaksa becomes Sri Lanka’s main opposition leader

Sanaa, Dec 18 (IANS): A ceasefire between Yemen’s warring parties went into effect at midnight on Tuesday in the strategic port city of Hodeidah.

T h e c e a s e f i r e wa s reached on December 13 in Stockholm after a round of UN-sponsored talks -- the first direct talks in more than two years between representatives of Yemen’s internationally recognised government, which Saudi Arabia supports, and the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels, reports CNN. The agreement stipulated an immediate ceasefire in Hodeidah, the besieged rebel-held port city which is an entry point for 70 per cent of foreign humanitarian aid into the country. The UN has described Hodeidah as a “lifeline” for Yemen’s war-ravaged population.

COLOMBO, DEC 18 (PTI): Mahinda Rajapaksa on Tuesday became Sri Lanka’s main opposition leader in Parliament, days after he resigned as prime minister after clinging on to power for nearly two months, amidst the unprecedented political turmoil in the country.

Rajapaksa, 73, replaced veteran Tamil leader of the main Tamil party R Sampanthan who held the position from 2015.

His appointment was announced by Speaker Karu Jayasuriya in Parliament which met for the first time after the reinstatement of Ranil Wickremesinghe as prime minister that ended the 51-day political standoff in the country.

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Tamil National Alliance (TNA) and Rauff Hakeem of the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress raised objections against Rajapaksa’s appointment. They claimed that Rajapaksa has ceased to be a member of Parliament because he had joined another political party recently.

Rajapaksa, by obtaining the membership of the

Sri Lanka People’s Party (SLPP), left the United People’s Freedom Alliance (UPFA) from which he was elected to Parliament in 2015.

Speaker Jayasuriya asked Sumanthiran to make a written submission on his complaint against Rajapaksa so that a select committee could go into details.

On Sunday, President Maithripala Sirisena, whose controversial actions plunged the island nation into an unprecedented political turmoil for nearly two months, reinstated Wickremesinghe as Prime Minister, after sacking him on October 26 and appointing former president Rajapaksa in his place and also dissolving Parliament, some 20 months early.

Violence against journalists hits unprecedented levels: RSF

PARIS, Dec 18 (Agencies): The murder of Saudi columnist Jamal Khashoggi in a year when more than half of all journalists killed were targeted deliberately reflects a hatred of the media in many areas of society, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) said on Tuesday.

At least 63 professional journalists around the world were killed doing their jobs in 2018, RSF said, a 15 percent increase on last year.

The number of fatalities rises to 80 when including all media workers and citizen journalists.

“The hatred of journalists that is voiced ... by unscrupulous politicians, religious leaders and businessmen has tragic consequences on the ground, and has been reflected in this disturbing increase in viola-

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The agreement also includes mutual withdrawal of military manifestations from the city, redeployment of local forces and deployment of UN monitors for the ports.

“We welcome the announcement of the ceasefire announced by the UN envoy this night, which will take effect shortly, and we affirm that peace is the first option since the very first moment,” Mohammed Ali al-Houthi, head of the Supreme Revolutionary Committee of the Iranian-backed Houthi militias, said on Twitter.

International pressure intensified for a ceasefire as the humanitarian crisis worsens in Yemen after more than three years of war, CNN said. The war in Yemen has devastated the country, leading to extreme starvation, especially among the country’s children.

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accusations that the crown prince ordered his death.

The Paris-based body said that the three most dangerous countries for journalists to work in were Afghanistan, Syria and Mexico.

Meanwhile, the shooting of five employees of the Capital Gazette newspaper propelled the United States

into the ranks of the most dangerous countries.

The media freedom organisation said 348 journalists are being detained worldwide, compared with 326 at this time in 2017.

China, Turkey, Iran, Saudi Arabia and Egypt hold more than half the world’s imprisoned journalists.

A demonstrator holds a poster with a picture of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi outside the Saudi Arabia consulate in Istanbul, Turkey. (File)

tions against journalists,” RSF Secretar y-General Christophe Deloire said in a statement.

Khashoggi, a royal insider who became a critic of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and began writ-

ing for the Washington Post after moving to the United States last year, was killed inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul in October.

Khashoggi’s death sparked global outrage.

Saudi officials have rejected

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The T-Zisunyu Village Baptist Church is immensely filled with joy and extend our heartiest congratulation to Rev. Asinlo Khing, CRBC Mission Director, Himalayas for receiving Lt. Phenyuga Kemp Memorial Award for Missionary and demonstrating the true spirit of selfless service by most significant contribution and visible progress in the Mission field of Rengmas.

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With immense pride and appreciation, we the family members extend our heartiest congratulations to Dr. Kilennungla Aier (Wife of Rev. N Kika Jamir, Mopungchuket Village) for being awarded Doctor of Educational Ministry from South Western Baptist Theological Seminary, Forthworth, Texas, USA on the Topic “Effectiveness of Evangelism and Discipleship Among the newly Settled Bhutanese Refugees in a Major Urban Context”.

Further, the family members expresses our thanks for your noble achievement and best wishes in your future endeavors.

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The Pfutseromi Village Welfare Society Kohima would like to convey our deepest Appreciation and Felicitation to Miss MEWETSHO-U DIANU D/o Mr Dilhizu and Mrs Neiwelhi-u Dianu for having being crowned MISS NAGALAND, in the recently concluded Beauty Contest, conducted by The Beauty & Aesthetic Society of Nagaland at RCEMPA Hall, Jotsoma, Kohima during 19th Hornbill Festival 2018. May the Almighty God continue to lead you and bless you richly.

And we wish you success in all your future endeavours.

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London, Dec 18 (AFP): British ministers met on Tuesday to intensify plans for leaving the European Union without a deal -- a prospect that is becoming more likely as Prime Minister Theresa May plays for time with just 101 days to go until Brexit.

The opposition Labour Party meanwhile faced refusal over its request for a no-confidence motion in May and growing pressure to table a binding vote against the government.

May on Monday said the government was preparing for a no-deal Brexit and “the cabinet will be discussing the next phase in ensuring we are ready for that scenario”.

She will be refereeing between ministers who want the government to step up preparations for a no-deal scenario and those that want parliament to have a final say in a series of votes on potential options for Brexit.

One option is the prime minister’s own Brexit deal, but that is hanging by a thread after she was forced to pull a vote on it last week in the face of huge opposition from within her Conservative Party.

Opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn on Monday tabled a non-binding noconfidence vote in May after she told MPs they will get another chance to vote on her deal in the week beginning January 14.

“This house has no confidence in the prime minister due to her failure to allow the House of Commons to have a meaningful vote,” Corbyn told lawmakers ahead of tabling the motion in parliament.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2018

Yorke, Lamar and Gaga lead Oscars nods for Best Original Song

When Julia Roberts realised she was famous

Film industry delegation meets Modi in Mumbai A A delegation representing the Indian film and entertainment industry met Prime Minister Narendra Modi here on Monday, and pitched for lower and uniform rates of GST for the fraternity.

Actors Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn, filmmakers Karan Johar and Rakesh Roshan, Censor Board chief Prasoon Joshi and Producers Guild of India President Siddharth Roy Kapur were a part of the delegation that met Modi.

According to a PIB statement, the delegation gave Modi an overview of the vast growth potential of the media and entertainment industry in India, and said that this sector is poised to contribute in a significant way towards the Prime Minister’s vision for making India a five trillion dollar economy in the near future.

The film fraternity members even pitched for

(L-R) Narendra Modi, Karan Johar, Kangana Ranaut and Akshay Kumar.

lower, and uniform rates of GST, for the entertainment industry in India, apart from calling for the development of Mumbai as the global entertainment capital, through various initiatives and proactive approaches.

Modi said the Indian entertainment industry enjoys immense popularity across the world. It is one of the key elements of India’s rising soft power status, globally, he added.

He assured the delegation that the Union Government is supportive of the media and entertainment industry, and

would consider the suggestions positively.

This is the second such meeting in the year after a delegation met Modi in Delhi in October.

Kapur, who was a part of the past meeting, had told IANS in a recent conversation: “The main agenda to discuss with the PM was what the entertainment industry in India can contribute as a soft power of the nation around the world and how it would be wonderful if the government could encourage this industry in very tangible ways to be able to grow and thrive.”

He said issues like low screen density in the country need to be taken care of.

“We are a very underscreened country. The taxation levels in the country are extremely high (they are in the top bracket when it comes to GST), there is double taxation on the film industry because the local bodies have a right to impose their own tax on the industry.

So, if all these impediments to the growth of the film and TV industry can be removed, we see a boom in the quality of content being created and in the reach of that content and in our ability for us to take the India story around the world.

“The PM was very open and forthcoming.

He did say he believed that this was the case.

So, we are very hopeful about this,” Kapur had told IANS on the sidelines of the International Film Festival of India last month.

(IANS)

ctress Julia Roberts, 51, revealed that the first time she realised she was famous was when she was in a bathroom stall at age 21 and a fan asked her for an autograph.

The actress had just starred in the 1988 film “Mystic Pizza” at the time of her bathroom encounter.

The Oscar-winner told the story during an appearance on an episode of a podcast, reports dailymail. co.uk. She had her fame awakening after returning home to Georgia to visit her mother and younger sister.

The three caught a movie and Roberts stopped by the bathroom afterward.

“It was after the movie was over and I was in the bathroom and there was a woman in the bathroom who said, ‘Hey, girl in stall number one, were you in ‘Mystic Pizza’?” she said.

The pushy fan proceeded to slip something under the stall and asked the “Mystic Pizza” star to sign it.

(IANS)

Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Thom Yorke.

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hom Yorke, Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga have led the shortlist of the two main music categories for the Oscars in 2019.

The category of Best Original Song will see Yorke’s ‘Suspirium’, taken from Suspiria, being pitted against Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s ‘All The Stars’ from the Black Panther soundtrack. After being heavily tipped for a Best Actress Oscar, Lady Gaga also receives her first Oscar nomination for 2019 with

‘Shallow’, a co-collaboration with A Star Is Born co-star Bradley Cooper.

Willie Watson, Tim Blake Nelson, Willie Watson, Tim Blake Nelson – ‘When A Cowboy Trades His Spurs For Wings (The Ballad of Buster Scruggs) Sampha – ‘Treasure’ Beautiful Boy Kendrick Lamar and SZA – ‘All The Stars’ Black Panther Jónsi and Troye Sivan – ‘Revelation’ Boy Erased Dolly Parton – ‘Girl in the Movies’ Dumplin

Arlissa – ‘We Won’t Move’ The Hate U Give Emily Blunt – ‘The Place Where Lost Things Go’ Mary Poppins Returns Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda – ‘Trip A Little Light Fantastic’ Mary Poppins Returns Quincy Jones, Chaka Khan, and Mark Ronson – ‘Keep Reachin’ Quincy Jennifer Hudson and Diane Warren – ‘I’ll Fight’ RBG Gal Gadot and Sarah Silverman – ‘A Place Called Slaughter Race’ Ralph Breaks the Internet The Coup and Lakeith Stanfield – ‘OYAHYTT’ Sorry to Bother You Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper – ‘Shallow’ A Star is Born Thom Yorke – ‘Suspirium’ Suspiria Sade – ‘The Big Unknown’ Widows.

John Legend not ruling out hosting the Oscars The Dimapur Fest to go ahead as planned

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ohn Legend said he and wife Chrissy Teigen haven’t ruled out hosting the Oscars.

“I feel like it’s a thankless job. Nobody really wins from hosting the Oscars,” he said at the Fred Segal Loves Ralph Lauren pop-up space on Monday. “It doesn’t really end up great for anybody ... I’m not saying we’re ruling it out.”

He spoke at the shop’s “A Legendary Shopping Night” with his LVE wine and Teigen’s cookbook on hand, while his Christmas songs played at the Sunset Boulevard shop.

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tweeted that she had not been asked to host the awards show and began naming suggestions like Lin Manuel-Miranda, Ellen DeGeneres or Anne Hathaway and James Franco.

“I like some of her suggestions. I thought they were cool,” Legend told The Hollywood Reporter. He added that The Rock or Wanda Sykes would be two of his picks for the job and didn’t say whether the Academy has asked him to host.

The Academy initially named Kevin Hart the 2019 Oscars host, which sparked a widespread backlash after past tweets resurfaced

of Hart using homophobic slurs. Hart eventually stepped down from the role on Dec. 6.

At first, the comedian refused a demand from the Academy to apologize. He explained on social media that the Academy gave him an ultimatum to either apologize for the old posts or to step down from the position. After mounting pressure, Hart officially withdrew from his Oscars gig.

The Academy has not yet named a new host for the 2019 Oscars on Feb. 24.

Jimmy Kimmel hosted in 2018.

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he Dimapur Fest which had been scheduled from December 18 to 20 at DDSC, Dimapur, will go ahead with the rest of the scheduled that has been planned although the inaugural function could not be held after the unexpected inclement weather that cropped up on Tuesday.

Organizers of the event informed that although they could not hold the day-1 of the event as planned, the remainder of the event will go ahead as planned.

And the good news for music lovers in the city is that they will get to witness a bigger set-list of performers with the artistes for the first and second night combined.

Undaunted by the stormy rain that played spoil sports on the first day of the event, the organizers hoped that the weather would get pleasant for the next two days so that the festival would be held without disturbances.

As informed earlier, some of the attraction during the festival will include Aero Modelling, Christmas Choral Competition (Open & Junior Categories), Photography Contest, Waste to Art, Dance Battle, Tug of War, Bamboo Stilt Race, Best Santa Claus, Quiz Competition and Penalty Shoot-out.

The inaugural programme is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m.

(Staff Reporter)

Winter carnival Peren, organised by Progressive Peren (P2) kicked off on December 17 at Peren town Local Ground. The inaugural programme was graced by DC Peren, Tainiu as the special guest. The carnival will culminate on December 21 which will witness various competitions, exhibition-cum-sale, kids carnival, food haat, zipline, water zorbing, fashion show, etc. (NP)

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2018

Mathews hits ton as Sri Lanka defy NZ Lloris ready for Spurs’ revenge mission

Mathews pumps the air in celebration after reaching his century at the Basin Reserve.

WELLINGTON, Dec 18 (Agencies): Former captain Angelo Mathews continued his role as saviour on Sri Lanka’s tour of New Zealand as he and Kusal Mendis struck unbeaten hundreds to thwart the host’s push for victory on the fourth day of the first test at the Basin Reserve on

Tuesday.

Mathews was on 117, while Mendis was 116 not out as they took their side to 259 for three at stumps, having batted together all day and created Sri Lanka’s highest partnership for any wicket against New Zealand with a marathon 246run stand.

It was the first time in test cricket that a full day’s play had been completed without a wicket falling since the first day of the second match between South Africa and Bangladesh on Feb. 29, 2008.

The pair’s stubborn resistance could prove to be match-saving with rain

We have to start winning trophies: Kane

forecast for the final day on Wednesday.

They had resumed at 20 for three, needing another 276 runs to even make New Zealand bat again, after Tom Latham’s maiden double century of 264 not out had powered the hosts to a massive first innings total of 578.

They frustrated New Zealand’s bowlers, who resorted to a short-pitched attack early on, changed to a fuller length towards lunch, then virtually shut down the scoring during the middle session with Ajaz Patel shoring up one end.

Nothing, however, worked against Mendis and Mathews, who were untroubled on a pitch offering little in the way of sideways seam movement, although left-arm spinner Patel got the occasional delivery to bite and bounce.

Mendis was the more fluent with some memorable drives down the ground before he brought up his sixth test century shortly after tea when he pulled a short delivery from Neil Wagner fine for his 12th

boundary.

Mathews achieved his ninth century about an hour before stumps when he drove Colin de Grandhomme through midwicket for his 11th boundary.

He then proceeded to do some pushups mid-pitch — a potential riposte at the selectors who dropped him in September from the one day squad for fitness reasons.

It was the third successive innings in New Zealand that Mathews has resurrected his side’s fortunes when staring at embarrassment.

The 31-year-old topscored with 83 in Sri Lanka’s first innings of 282 and combined with Dimuth Karunaratne for a 133run partnership after they slumped to nine for three inside the first four overs.

That innings followed on from his score of 128 not out in Sri Lanka’s only warmup game against an inexperienced New Zealand selection in Napier, when they had slumped to 104 for nine before he pushed them to 210 for nine declared.

PYS 47th sports meet concludes

Kohima, Dec 18 (NPN): The 47th sports meet of Phusachodumi Youth Society (PYS) was held from December 11-14. Basüh Team emerged as the overall

champion. Zhoveto Chüzho and Nuvohü Theluo jointly won the men’s individual champion while Niesüzolü Theluo won the women’s individual champion.

Results Football Champion (Men) Runner up Champion (Women) Runner up Volleyball Champion (Men) Runner up Champion (Women) Runner up Basketball Champion (Men) Runner up Champion (Women) Runner up

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L ondon, D e c 1 8 (Agencies): Tottenham Hotspur captain Hugo Lloris has suggested that the north London derby defeat to Arsenal earlier in December could prove a blessing in disguise ahead of their rematch in the Carabao Cup this week.

The Lilywhites have enjoyed a superb season in the Premier League and Champions League thus far, sitting third in the domestic table within reach of top two Manchester City and Liverpool and having

reached the last 16 in Europe. However, Spurs were outclassed at the Emirates Stadium earlier this month as Unai Emery’s Gunners ran out 4-2 winners over their rivals, with Alexandre Lacazette and Lucas Torreira overturning their opponents’ 2-1 lead in the second half.

The two enemies will now lock horns in the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night, once again at Arsenal’s home, with Tottenham seeking revenge en route

UEFA investigating Chelsea incidents

L ondon , D e c 1 8 (Agencies): UEFA has opened an investigation into “alleged racist incidents” at Chelsea’s Europa League clash with Vidi in Hungary last week.

Chelsea condemned the singing of a derogatory chant about Tottenham supporters, which features antiSemitic language, by a vocal minority of their own supporters as “abhorrent” and vowed to take the “strongest possible action.”

They will find out the results of the investigation next month. A UEFA statement read, “UEFA has today announced that it has commissioned an ethics and disciplinary inspector to conduct an investigation in

relation to the alleged racist incidents that occurred at last week’s UEFA Europa League group stage match between Vidi FC and Chelsea FC played on December 12 in Hungary.”

“Information in respect to the results of this investigation will be made available by the middle of January.”

Chelsea face a partial stadium closure as a penalty if the supporters are found guilty, according to UEFA regulations.

Article 14 of UEFA’s Disciplinary Regulations states that if supporters engage in behaviour which “insults the human dignity of a person or group of persons on whatever grounds,

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Dimapur, Dec 18 (NPN): Chümoukedima Gorkha Youth (CGY) will be organising its 4th annual sports meet from January 2- 4 at Chümoukedima town local ground under the theme “Surrender The Me For The We”.

During the meet, events like badminton, volleyball, futsal, cricket, kho-kho, arm wrestling, tug of war, running race, relay race and marathon will be conducted.

For further queries, contact at Jacob Sund a s, c o nve n o r s p o r t s meet at 8413002017 or 7005079985.

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CGY annual sports meet from January 2

Full back Kieran Tripper, who joined the club from Burnley in 2015, is optimistic this could be the season Spurs make a breakthrough.

“Every season since I have been here we have tried to win a trophy,” Trippier said. “We have been so close as well. This year we are still in a few competitions. Wednesday will be a tough game but hopefully we can go there with the right mindset to get the win and go through to the next round.”

“Every time you play Arsenal it is always going to be a big game. Wednesday is no different. They have got some very good players, they are a good team but make no mistake, all of us will be ready for the game on Wednesday to try and go through.”

of Late HINOKA CHISHI

Ampeu no tsu puzu, Ampeu no ikhi su-u vae.

Ampeu je shelo. (Job 1:21) Ino Kimiye chekeu KAMBO oza ikujo, ochepu, othikuzu miqo eno abolomi kümütsü nono okithi ghuzu lalo-u ve keu mipe 9 shive pimu okümüsü ma miphi kene.

Pulu aghi no ningsu kungu ghalono kusho luni.

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it is a big opportunity for us and one we are really looking forward to. It is massive. Obviously, we played them a couple of weeks ago and they got one over on us.”

“It will be nice to play them again so soon. Hopefully we can get it right this time and get the win. It is a quarter-final against your London rivals so it does not get much bigger.”

Since Pochettino took over in May 2014, the club have made steady progress, finishing fifth, third, second and third in the Premier League.

But silverware has so far eluded them under the Argentinian, as they have exited the FA Cup at the semi-final stage in each of the last two seasons, while losing to Chelsea in the League Cup final in 2015.

including skin colour, race, religion or ethnic origin”, then the club responsible is punished with a minimum of a partial stadium closure.

A second offence would see any club found guilty of such abuse forced to play a game behind closed doors.

The incident in Budapest happened just days after four fans were suspended for abusing Raheem Sterling.

Chelsea and the Metropolitan Police opened investigations after alleged racist abuse was directed at Manchester City’s Sterling by a section of home supporters during the match at Stamford Bridge on December 8.

9th Death Anniversary

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT L ondon, D e c 1 8 ( Agen c ie s ) : H a r r y Kane has urged Tottenham to take the next step in their development under Mauricio Pochettino by ending the club’s trophy drought this season. On Wednesday night, Pochettino’s side will travel to the Emirates to take on Arsenal in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.

Kane says they are determined to gain revenge for their 4-2 defeat in the North London derby earlier this month, and in doing so, take a big step towards ending Spurs fans’ wait for a trophy.

“The stage we are at now as a team, it is the next step for us. We have to start winning trophies,” Kane told Sky Sports News.

“If we win this one, it will be another tough team out of the tournament so

to a potential first trophy since 2008.

Lloris, quoted as saying by Sky Sports News, has now opened up on the hurt caused by the loss to their bitter rivals and expressed his eagerness to right the wrongs of December 3.

“Maybe it’s a good thing that we lost the Premier League game a few weeks ago because it is more motivation for us,” said the Frenchman. Tottenham Hotspur FC goalkeeper Hugo Lloris during the UEFA Champions League group B match between FC Barcelona and Tottenham Hotspur FC at the Camp Nou stadium on December 11, 2018 in...

“There is no more bad feeling than when you get a defeat. You always try to analyse and make things that we will not repeat again. It is another opportunity and we’ll try our best to go through.

“Every game that you lose it hurts, but of course when you lead 2-1, it’s true that Arsenal is playing very well this season and it is a difficult team to beat but I think we have the quality to do it.”

Kimiye chekeu opu, oza enu abolomi qo.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Born on : 15-11-1936 – Died on :15-12-2018 LATE REV. VIKIEHU SELETSU We, the bereaved family members would like to convey our sincere and profound gratitude to each and every individuals, churches, organisations, families, friends and well wishers who stood and supported us Physically, Financially, Materially and Prayerfully at the sudden demise of our beloved Father on the 15th of December 2018 at Pfüchama Village.

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BORN : 10th April 1959 – DIED : 11th Dec. 2018

We would like to thank all individuals, unions, churches, well wishers and youths of Lower Tourist Colony for your physical, financial and prayer supports at the sudden demise of our beloved father Lt. Khomen Cyril Patton on 11th Dec. 2018.

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GRATITUDE

July 1936 to 14th Dec' 2018

We the family members of Lt. Imtiongdangla (Changki) would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to one and all who stood by our side during her illness and sad demise. Though we are unable to thank each and everyone personally, we pray that the Almighty God to bless you all abundantly.

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Aussies thrash India to level series

Pat Cummins (2nd right) quickly wrapped up the last two wickets to seal the win.

PERTH, Dec 18 (Agencies): Australia trounced India by 146 runs in the second test to level the fourtest series 1-1 on the final day on Tuesday.

Needing 287 runs to win, India resumed the day on 112-5 and was all out in a hurry for 140 in the second innings, and Australia was home for lunch.

India lost the last six wickets for 42 runs as Australia hurried to its first victory in seven test matches since March when it beat South Africa in Durban.

The No. 1 test team in the world crumbled in the face of fast bowler Mitchel

Starc taking 3-46 and offspinner Nathan Lyon 3-39.

They were superbly backed up by fellow fast bowlers Josh Hazlewood (2-24) and Pat Cummins (2-25).

Both teams were left battered and bruised on a pitch in which cracks were widening at Perth Stadium, the newest test venue.

India, in particular, enjoyed bowling on it, leaving the Australia batsmen ducking for cover. Opener Aaron Finch was forced to retire after taking a painful blow on his hand.

It was an outstanding bowling effort by manof-the-match Lyon, who

claimed a match bag of 8-106 after 5-67 in the first innings to secure a crucial 43-run lead to tilt the balance in Australia’s favor.

He has 17 wickets in the series. Lyon has also taken 80 wickets against India in test cricket, the second highest by a spinner.

Lyon is the joint highest wicket-taker in 2018 with 48 at an average of 26.02 in nine tests, alongside Sri Lanka offspinner Dilruwan Perera.

Kohli defended his decision to play an all-seam attack by leaving out a specialist spinner.

“We never thought

as a team that we needed a spin option,” he said.

“Nathan bowled really well on this wicket. He was able to get the maximum out of this pitch.”

Kohli batted beautifully for over six hours to anchor the India first innings and scored his sixth test century in Australia.

“When you don’t win you really don’t rank your performance, and at the moment it’s irrelevant because we didn’t get the result we wanted. I want to contribute in a winning cause.”

After Australia scored 326 in the first innings, India replied with 283 runs which was largely built around Kohli’s 25th century in his 75th test.

Australia was then dismissed for 243 when swing bowler Mohammed Shami claimed a careerbest 6-56.

Both captains played down the onfield sledging with Kohli saying, “As long as there’s no swearing and personal attack it is fine.

Little bit of banter is fine ... this is test cricket and it has to be competitive.”

Pa i n e a d d e d , “ I t what’s said, and not how much that matters. We played with our skills and not on emotions.”

The third starts on December 26 in Melbourne.

Brief Scores India: 283 and 140 ( A j i n k ya R a h a n e 3 0 , Rishabh Pant 30; Nathan Lyon 3/39, Mitchell Starc 3/46) vs Australia: 326 and 243

Kerala Blasters part ways with James

Kochi, Dec 18 (Agencies): Kerala Blasters have finally decided to end their association with David James.

The Men in Yellow have been on a winless run in the 2018-19 season of the Indian Super League “(ISL) for 11 matches after winning their opening game against ATK. This is the second season running when the Blasters have decided to sack the coach mid-way through their campaign. Last season, Rene Meulensteen, who was the former Manchester United assistant coach, was shown the door after a notso-good start.

Under David James, Kerala have amassed a mere nine points from 12 matches where they drew six, lost five and were victorious just once.

C l u b C E O Va r u n Tripuraneni said “The club would like to thank David for his efforts towards the team and wishes him all the very best in his career.”

“I’d like to thank the management, players and all staff for their support during my stint with the club. I wish them the very best for the future. The fans here have been amazing and I’d like to thank them too for a memorable experience.” said David James.

Jam es had guided Blasters to the finals of the ISL in season one where he served them in a dual role of a marquee player-manager.

However, his second stint has not gone according to plan despite being given a three-year contract.

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19,2018

IPL auction: Chakravarthy fetch big money; Yuvraj finds a buyer at last Jaipur, Dec 18 (PTI): Unheralded architecttur ned-cricketer Var un Chakravar thy Tuesday fetched a sensational bid of Rs 8.4 crore, more than 40 times his base price, before veteran Yuvraj Singh finally found a buyer at the IPL players’ auction that had an unmissable Caribbean flavour to it.

Chakravarthy, with a base price of Rs 20 lakh, went to Kings XI Punjab after a bidding war that also involved Delhi Capitals, Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals.

KXIP, who had the maximum money going into the auction, also spent big on England all-rounder Sam Curran, buying him for Rs 7.2 crore, the most for an overseas player on Tuesday.

Yuvraj fans must have also heaved a sigh of relief when the 37-year-old was bought by Mumbai Indians for his base price of Rs 1 crore after going unsold initially.

Medium pacer Jaydev Unadkat became a millionaire once again with a Rs 8.4 crore bid from Rajasthan Royals but the spotlight was firmly on Chakravarthy, the 27-year-old mystery spinner from Tamil Nadu who gave up a career as freelance architect to pursue cricket.

Unadkat, on the other hand, is back in the RR fold after being released at the end of the 2018 season.

He had been bought for Rs 11.5 crore by RR earlier this year.

Besides Chakaravarthy,

Varun Chakravarthy

the other uncapped players who attracted huge amounts were 16-year-old all-rounder Prayas Ray Barman from Bengal (Rs 1.5 cr to RCB), Punjab wicketkeeper Prab Simran Singh (Rs 4.8 cr to KXIP), Mumbai batsmen Shivam Dube (Rs 5 cr to RCB) and Uttar Pradesh batsman Akshdeep Singh (Rs 3.6 cr to RCB) . Akshdeep was bought after he reentered the auction pool.

With uncertainty over the availability of Australian and England players in a World Cup year, the teams went after the West Indians.

Out of the 20 overseas slots available, six were sealed by the Caribbean players including Shimron Hetmyer, Carlos Brathwaite , Nicholas Pooran, Oshane Thomas, Keemo Paul and Sherfane Rutherford.

Royal Challengers Bangalore paid Rs 4.2 crore for Hetmyer. Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals also bid for the stylish West Indian batsman, who had a base

price of Rs 50 lakh.

His teammate Brathwaite, the star of 2016 World T20, was sold to KKR for Rs 5 crore after a bidding war between the Dinesh Karthik-led side and Kings XI Punjab.

The all-rounder had entered the auction with a base price of Rs 75.

Another West Indian to get an attractive deal was wicketkeeper Nicholas Pooran. The 23-year-old, who came with a base price of Rs 75 lakh, went for Rs 4.20 crore to KXIP. Delhi Capitals paid Rs 2 crore and Rs 50 for Rutherford and Keemo Paul while Royals bought Thomas for Rs 1.1 crore. Amongst other Indians, spinner Axar Patel (Rs five crore), pacer Mohit Sharma (Rs five crore) and Mohammad Shami (Rs 4.8 crore) were the other names to fetch big bids.

The high-profile unsold players were Cheteshwar Pujara, Brendon McCullum, Shaun Marsh, Chris Woakes and Dale Steyn.

Manchester United sack coach Mourinho Lo n d o n, D e c 1 8 (IANS): Jose Mourinho has been sacked as the manager of English Premier League team Manchester United, the club announced on Tuesday.

United are currently sixth in the league table, 19 points behind leaders Liverpool. “Manchester United announces that Jose Mourinho has left the club with immediate effect,” the club said in a statement.

The Portuguese coach joined the side in 2016 and led them to victory in the Europa League and League Cup in his first season in charge. The 55-year-old led the 20-time English champions to second place last season, but has overseen a disappointing start to the current campaign, in which they have won just seven of their opening 17 matches while racking up five defeats and five draws.

They were also eliminated from the League Cup by second-tier Derby County, although they did manage to qualify for the Champions League Round of 16, where they will face French champions PSG.

Jose Mourinho

In addition to the disappointing results, the team’s style of play, which has seen them score just 29 league goals this season, has been widely criticized by fans and

pundits, including former players Paul Scholes and Gary Neville.

In the summer, Mourinho complained of a lack of new signings, especially in

defence, despite spending over 60 million pounds the previous season on centre backs Victor Lindelof and Eric Bailly.

Two of the club’s most expensive signings, Paul Pogba and Romelu Lukaku, both brought in under Mourinho, have struggled for form, with the former being dropped from the starting lineup in recent games.

The manner of the team’s limp defeat at Liverpool, United’s fiercest rivals, appears to have been the final straw for the club’s board. “The club would like to thank him for his work during his time at Manchester United and wish him success in the future,” the statement said.

Four possible candidates to replace Mourinho

Zinedine Zidane The former Real Madrid manager has been heavily linked with United since leaving the Spanish giants in May. In under two-anda-half years in charge of Real, the 46-year-old Frenchman became the first manager to win the European Cup or Champions League in three consecutive seasons. Zidane’s penchant for an exciting brand of football puts him as a front runner with the United board.

Didier Deschamps The 49-year-old led France to their second WC this year and it remains to be seen if he would be tempted away from the Les Bleus where he has a contract until 2020.

Laurent Blanc The former France international and manager is well respected at United having spent his final two years as a player at Old Trafford. Blanc became France manager in 2010. PSG followed, where he won 11 trophies in three seasons.

Ryan Giggs One of the greatest players ever to represent United, Giggs spent four games as United’s interim manager after David Moyes was sacked in 2014 and two years as van Gaal’s assistant. He left United when Mourinho was appointed in 2016 and would be a popular appointment with the fans.

Arrenpong sports festival held MOKOKCHUNG, DEC 18 (NPN): The 1st edition of Arrenpong Sports Festival was held on Tuesday at Yimli ground with MLA Dr. Imtiwapang Aier as the guest of honour.

The sports festival is being organised by AIT Laishir Telungjem (MALT) under the aegis Mokokchung District Sports Council (MDSC).

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Dr. Imtiwapang said that games and sports are a means to usher in peace and unity amongst the people. Therefore, he urged the athletes to contribute towards the noble cause and be ambassadors of peace and unity. He also encouraged the athletes to aim high.

Earlier, short speeches were delivered by president, AIT Laishir Telungjem, A k u mya n ge r, c o u n c i l

Dr. Imtiwapang releasing the Arrenpong Sports Festival medal.

chairman Aosadang Jamir and MDSC vice-president L Alemtemsu Longkumer.

In futsal, Hooligans Club defeated Purajem Society 1-0 via tie breaker.

In sand volleyball, Tongpangkumba and Sarilepzung won the championship while Ochitemsu and Imkongyapang were declared runners-up Odilemba won both titles of Mokokchung’s fastest bowler and Arrenpong open fastest bowler. His fastest delivery was 100 kph.

In Mopungchuket cross

country run, Bipul Sadnami from Assam emerged as the winner in men’s category. He completed the 9 km race in 34.19 minutes. Tekanenba (Mokokchung) with 35.15 minutes came in second position while Rupam Bora (Assam) with a timing of 35.43 minutes finished third.

In the women’s 8 kms run, Tsungrempokla with a timing of 46.30 minutes came first while Throngtila (48.28 minutes) and Toshitula (52.3 minutes) came in second and third positions respectively.

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