February 10, 2017

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Govt nullifies Feb 1 ULB polls DIMAPUR, FEB 9 (NPN): Nagaland government has declared the presently ongoing process of elections to the urban local bodies in Nagaland as null and void.

In a notification, the State Election Commissioner, Sentiyanger Imchen, said the state election commission (SEC) has now, therefore, declared the election programme for the ULBs announced vide notification No. SEC/MTC-1/200405/164 dated December 21, 2016 and which had been further postponed and withheld, as null and void.

It may be recalled that on February 1, 2016, the state election commission (SEC), taking cognizance of the abnormal situation prevailing in the state and as desired by the state cabinet, had directed that the ongoing process of elections to ULBs was withheld in all remaining ULBs and would be taken up as notified on January 31, 2017.

STH backs out of NMA

DIMAPUR, FEB 9 (NPN): Complying with the directive of the Sümi Hoho (SH), the Sümi Totimi Hoho (STH) has decided to dissociate itself from the Naga Mothers’ Association (NMA). In a press release, STH president, Kitoli Naje, and jt. secretary, Kanili T, said STh held an emergency meeting on February 9, 2017 and the deliberated thoroughly the decision of SH. The signatories stated that STH being part and parcel of Sümi Hoho decided to honour the directive given by the SH.

NBCC’s call for prayer

DIMAPUR, FEB 9 (NPN): Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) has called upon all the believers and churches, irrespective of denominations, to pray for peace and order to be restored in Nagaland again.

In an appeal, the NBCC said Nagaland was in crisis and the current political situation and social unrest in the state was a matter of great concern. “If there is ever been a time to drop to our knees and pray for our State it is now,” NBCC said and urged the believers to pray for the leaders that they would have the foresight to make wise decisions, taking into account future generations. Further, the church also appealed to pray for open minds and listening ears, that the leaders would be open to wise counsel.

“Pray that truth and justice will prevail over political correctness and tolerance, both in our own lives, in our culture and in our government,” NBCC stated.

Ao Senden JCC appeals, on p-8

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CM rushes to Delhi; briefs HM Correspondent

KOHIMA, FEB 9 (NPN): With the countdown for his resignation which began from February 8, state chief minister T.R Zeliang airdashed to Delhi Thursday afternoon on being summoned by central leaders to discuss about the prevailing situation in Nagaland.

According to sources, chief minister T.R.Zeliang flew by chopper to Guwahati and then took a flight to Delhi along with cabinet colleague and minister roads and bridges Vikheho Swu, principal advisor Lalthara and the OSD to the chief minister.

Meanwhile, a press communiqué issued by the Media Cell of the CM’s Office informed that the chief minister met with union home minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi where he explained about the ground reality of the ongoing “face off ” between “the nascent Nagaland Tribes Action Committee” and the government, resulting in the bandh affecting normal life in the state.

CMO media cell also informed that chief minister T.R. Zeliang, explained in detail, to the union home minister in detail how the state government, which was determined to “fulfil the constitutional obligation” of holding elections to ULBs, had initiated the process after several tribal organisations expressed their support to holding elections to the ULBs with 33% reservation of seats for women and “ how these organisations took a U Turn after the polls were announced.”

According to the communiqué, the chief minister also handed over newspaper clippings “ of the support of these organisations” and also submitted details of demands raised by the “agitating groups and the action taken by the government to fulfil their demands”. After the meeting, the union minister then flew back to Lucknow, UP where election campaigns are underway.

CMO said Zeliang will return to Kohima on Friday where he is scheduled to meet with several delegates and tribal organisations.

NTAC firm on Zeliang’s resignation

Dimapur, Feb 9 (NPN): Nagaland Tribes Action Committee (NTAC) has said that the “dialogues and amicable solution that T.R. Zeliang suggests are all over”, while responding to various statements of the government.

NTAC media cell reiterated that the only option to restore normalcy to the chaotic situation rested on the wisdom of T.R. Zeliang. NTAC said the demand was that if T.R. Zeliang step down as chief minister “on moral ground” as it was the “only rationality that will ease the loss of lives, injuries and destruction of properties that had taken place as a fallout of the T.R. Zeliang’s cabinet treachery.”

NTAC made it clear, that the issue of whether Zeliang enjoyed majority support of MLAs or whether he joins any other political party was not its look out but the demand by tribal hohos was that he steps down as CM for “causing three deaths, leaving many injured and burning down of several offices.” It was therefore absurd and stupid on the part of T.R. Zeliang and his cabinet to condone off “their crime behind the whimsical reasons such as numerical support of MLAs” since the issue was not about floor test in the assembly, said NTAC. Further, NTAC said the issue was also not a constitutional matter but “a plain moral issue of owning and acting upon it”. NTAC opined that what would be more dangerous to the future generations, was if T.R. Zeliang continued in office as it would be tantamount to “defeat of all sensibility, respect for human lives, social responsibility and democratic values, ” and also “ a defeat of all civil rationality”.

NTAC reminded “ the clock is ticking “ towards the deadline for T.R. Zeliang to step down honourably. However at the expiry of the deadline, NTAC said people of Nagaland will be left “with no other option but to resort to the most extreme step and the consequences arising out of it, will be borne entirely by Zeliang and his cabinet.”

NTC asks govt not to seek NPCC reacts to Speaker, CM for ordinance in haste DIMAPUR, FEB 9 (NPN): Reacting to state government’s decision to urge the Centre to pass an Ordinance to exempt the state from Part IX A of the Constitution of India, the Nagaland Tribes Council (NTC) has urged the state government not to seek for such ordinance in haste without proper preparation.

NTC president, Lendinoktang Ao, and general secretary, Nribemo Ngullie, said this was decided at a meeting held in Kohima on February 9, 2017 where it also resolved that the state government should not hold elections till the present Municipal and Town Council Act was ratified.

It also slammed chief minister for clinging to his chair and becoming the “source of all frictions, confrontations and the mess we are in now.” NTC also

asked the chief minister to realise the importance of the voices of the general public and the earlier he paved way for peace and normalcy by demitting office, the better for him and the people.

Further, NTC has expressed concern over the blockage of mobile internet service which was depriving the students and unemployed educated youth of online services and other basic communication works.

It accused chief minister T.R.Zeliang of various anti-indigenous Nagas of Nagaland policies and among the “most unpopular master-mind of population integration from outside the state” by TR Zeliang being the Rongmei recognition and the attempt to recognize more tribes from outside Nagaland.

(Cont’d on p-8)

DIMAPUR, FEB 9 (NPN): Drawing attention to the statements of Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) speaker, Chotisuh Sazo, and chief minister, TR Zeliang, that there was no need for Zeliang to resign because of the number of MLAs supporting the present leadership, the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) reminded the speaker that the present imbroglio was neither an issue within the State Assembly nor a matter of the elected members of the House withdrawing support from Zeliang’s leadership.

In a press release, NPCC vice president Khriedi Theünuo, urged the speaker to remember that the Naga people were demanding the resignation of the chief minister on “moral ground” because of the “immense turmoil caused to the general public”. NPCC pointed out that the speaker may have

authorities over the elected members within the four walls of the Assembly. However, NPCC maintained that the functioning of the government was different and did not fall under the purview of the Assembly.

Admitting that the chief minister was chosen by the elected representatives, the Congress, however, said since they (MLAs) were elected by the people as representatives, they were answerable to the people.

Further, reminding that in a democracy, the government was of the people, by the people and for the people, the Congress said the government should therefore listen to the voice of the people. NPCC also opined that speaker “should not drag his good office into an imbroglio” between the government and the people, but remain neutral unless the matter was taken into the Assembly.

Tribal bodies slam individuals for attending meet DIMAPUR, FEB 9 (NPN): Various organizations have condemned the individuals/ leaders of their community for attending the consultative meeting called by the chief minister on February 8 at Kohima.

PHK: Pochury Hoho Kohima (PHK) has taken exception to the attending of consultative meeting at the State Banquet Hall, Kohima on February 8, 2017 by some individuals under the style of “Pochury People’s Forum (PPF)”.

In a press release, PHK president, Atathu Thurr, and general secretary, John Nyuwi, said the hoho at its emergency meeting held on February 9, 2017 vehemently condemned the act of “a few vested individuals” who attended the consultative meeting.

PHK said the five individuals “using the nonexisting organization as Pochury People’s Forum” have defamed the entire Pochury populace by defying the eight resolutions

passed and adopted by all the Naga apex bodies on February 7, 2017 at APO Conference Hall, Kohima under the aegis of JCC and NTAC. Further, the hoho asserted that those five individuals have “betrayed the call of the Nagas” and also directly violated the January 13, 2017 resolution passed by the Apex Pochury Hoho, HQ Meluri, and the February 6, 2017 PHK resolution to stand firm by the directives of the NTAC. Further, the PHK said it has resolved not to entertain the five individuals in any social participation/position of Pochury tribe. It demanded that they resign immediately from whatsoever position they were holding at present.

PHK also urged the Apex Pochury Hoho and concern village authorities to initiate stern action against them.

Also, the PKH affirmed that it has disassociated from the five individuals -- Monte Chupa, Vichutho Nyusou,

Joyson Pfithu, Atsopu Fithu and Junte – who attended the consultative meeting after having attended and agreed with resolutions of the co-ordination meeting convened by the JCC and NTAC. PHK has reaffirmed its stand in support of the JCC and NTAC resolutions.

PHDD: Pochury Hoho Dimapur District (PHDD), which also deliberated on the issue at its emergency executive meeting on February 9, 2017, has declared that the five individuals attended the meeting in their own individual capacity and interest and in no manner represented the official position of the PHDD. In a press release, PHDD president, Chirhotho Rasutho, and vice president, C Pili Pochury, also asserted that there was no organisation known as “Pochury People’s Forum”.

The hoho cautioned that the five individuals would be solely held responsible for any “consequential

reaction” arising out of the consultative meeting.

Meanwhile, PHDD has reaffirmed to support JCC and its cause.

WYH: Western Yimchungru Hoho (WYH) and its federating Units have strongly opposed and condemned the participation of three Yimchungru Tribal council (YTC) officials at the consultative meeting called by chief minister on February 8, 2017 at Kohima without the consultation/ concern of its office bearers or the executives of YTC. In a press release, media cell WYH stated that their participation was against the wishes of the Yimchungru public and Nagas in general, adding that it has “ultimately shamed” the entire Yimchungru.

WYH has requested the YTC executives for the immediate impeachment of those attendees “in order to maintain the good image and the integrity of Yimchungru populace.”

(Cont’d on p-8)

Speaker’s statement flayed Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, FEB 9 (NPN): Joint Co-ordination Committee (JCC) on Thursday refuted NLA speaker, Chotisuh Sazo’s February 8 statement and termed it as “an insult to Naga people” while reminding him that JCC’c movement was neither an agitation nor a protest but a “historic Naga movement.”

JCC convenor Supu Jamir at a press conference on Thursday said the role of Speaker should be that of a neutral person, voicing for the people. His role is confined only to NLA and not for supporting the wrongdoings of the government, JCC said, adding the speaker had tarnished the image of his good office.

JCC further pointed out that the CM was elected by the MLAs who had been elected by the people. Therefore, JCC said the speaker should remember that CM cannot be elected outside the 60 representatives.

JCC also advised the speaker not to mislead the people, saying enough damage had been caused to Naga public “due to vindictive and callous attitude of the legislators”. The committee also rejected the one-man judicial inquiry commission set up to probe into the January 31 incident. It said

the one-man commission cannot comprehend the magnitude of violence that erupted on January 31 and further went on to point out that such commission set up by the government on earlier occasion did not bear any positive results. JCC also urged upon the government to include the entire state within the scope of the inquiry. It further demanded for an eminent member of an NGO to be part of the inquiry commission to ensure impartial inquiry.

Meanwhile, JCC reiterated its demand for the suspension of former commissioner of police Dimapur and all responsible including SP and concerned officials of Longleng district. JCC also warned it would intensify the bandh after expiry of the 3-day deadline served on the chief minister to step down. In the event of any unwarranted situation, JCC said the government would be held responsible.

LH hits out at Sazo

KOHIMA, FEB 9 (NPN): Lotha Hoho has reacted to the statement of Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) speaker, Chotisuh Sazo, saying Nagas were not questioning as to whether the leader was legally and constitutionally elected but whether the elected leader was leading

the people in the right way and whether the leader was good for the people.

LH chairman Mhao Humtsoe and general secretary Er. Mhondamo Ovung was reacting to the statement of Sazo that “some organization who are demanding the legally constitutionally elected leader of the house…” LH further asked Sazo what he meant by “some organizations”. In this regard, LH said “let the Nagas call a spade a spade and not keep construing each other’s stand to betray the common Naga cause”.

LH condemns bodies who attended meet: LH vehemently condemned the tribal bodies/representatives who attended the consultative meeting called by the chief minister, for going against the resolution of the Naga tribe bodies. LH questioned those representatives who attend the meeting as to whether their tribal bodies wanted to live separately without the Nagas of Nagaland. It further asked JCC/NTAC and other concerned tribe leaders to initiate action against the defiant bodies/representatives.

LH said such kind of “treacherous ailment” that derails the Naga cause should be condemned by all, who are truly committed to Naga cause.

MINISTER Home

Government of Nagaland Nagaland : Kohima

STATEMENT Several allegations have been levelled against the Chief Minister and the Government that the NBCC and the JCC were betrayed and that we had unilaterally abrogated the January 30 agreement of Chumukedima. As one who was with the Chief Minister to negotiate with the JCC in the presence of the NBCC I feel it is my responsibility to come out with the factual discussions that day.

For the sake of convenience and easy understanding by all, the full text of the “January 30th Statement” is reproduced below: January 30th Statement In the presence of the NBCC (third party), the JCC understand and appreciate the fundamental rights of every voters in Nagaland to participate in the ULB elections.

Not withstanding this fact, as a body representing the historical aspirations and rights of the Naga people, the JCC needs two months (subject to Cabinet and State Election Commission decision), with effect from 1st February, 2017, to educate and dialogue with different tribal bodies.

It is with this understanding that the JCC request the State Government to postpone the upcoming ULB elections in order to help the JCC to educate the public toward conducting a well-informed election which will promote development and common good of all the Nagas. At the consummation of the 2 months public process, JCC will ensure people’s participation in the conduct of a peaceful ULB elections in the State as stated above (with 33% women reservation).

The JCC will call off the bandh subject to the outcome of the final decision of the Nagaland State Election Commission.

This, we sign, in the presence of the third party, the NBCC. Subu Jamir, Convenor, JCC Rev Dr Zelhou Keyho, General Secretary NBCC, Y. Patton, Home Minister, representing the Government of Nagaland. ***** In the discussions, the Chief Minister and I made it very clear the two of us alone were not competent enough to take the decision to postpone the elections to the ULBs and that the Cabinet would have to take the final call. We also pointed out that even if the Cabinet agreed to postpone, it was further subject to the approval of the State Election Commission.

Furthermore, we repeatedly clarified to all that it was a Constitutional requirement to hold elections to the ULBs with 33% reservation of seats for women.

And thus, the JCC also agreed to the holding of elections with reservation for women, as contained in the Statement above.

On hindsight, the lapse on the part of all the participants was that it was not discussed as to whether the postponement shall cover the entire State or only those towns/ municipalities where the people were protesting against the ULB elections.

The JCC went away with the understanding that postponement would be Statewide, and we came back to the Capital with the understanding that postponement would be only for the areas where people were protesting. All said and done, this lapse had happened partly due to the short time available that day and the urgency of the need to arrive at some sort of understanding to avoid physical conflict. This lapse is regretted.

No matter what had happened, it is my sincere appeal to all organisations of Nagaland to come forward for dialogue so that opinions and views can be shared and come to an understanding whereby, the present face-off can be resolved at the earliest. At the same time, I also urge non-stakeholders not to mislead or misinform, foment and worsen the misunderstanding or threaten anyone from coming forward for positive dialogue.

I would also like to appeal to all not to misquote the NBCC as they have never said that they were betrayed by our CM and the Government as alleged by some quarters.

Dated February 9, 2017

Y. Patton

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Candle light services in memory of two slain youths held at Dmu, Kma

(L-R): Candles lit up for the victims at Super Market Dimapur. During candle light service at the graveyard Kohima on Thursday night (NP).

Correspondent/Staff Reporter delivered. He thanked the opposing the ULB election. the elected representatives.

Hinting towards an inAYO volunteers for their He said they would con- He referred to the duo as tensified bandh in the event KOHIMA, FEB 9 (NPN): services rendered day and tinue to uphold and protect “true martyrs” and added CM fail to step down, Supu Candle light service in night and also NBCC for article 371 (A). He said the that a “new chapter” had called upon the gathering memory of late Khriesav- meeting NTAC and en- generations to come would commenced in their name to get ready adding “we will not go unanswered.” izo Metha, late Bendan- lightening them with spiri- remember the sacrifices of in Nagaland’s history.

In an emotional mesENPO representative gnungsang Longkumer tual words. He expressed the departed souls for the sage to his brother, Avizo’s also spoke wherein he critiand late Tsapise Sangtam, his expectation that the Naga cause.

The service was led by elder sister said, “You’ve cised the state government victims of police firing on state government would January 31 were held at not betray the NTAC and Angami Students’ Union been an inspiration to all for “having failed the NaKohima and Dimapur on NBCC anymore but justice president Dievi Yano and of us.” Father of late Avizo gas.” HE said it was the would be delivered. He also invocation prayer said by appealed for unity among time for Nagas to rise up.

Thursday.

In Kohima the Anga- highlighted how Tsapise pastor Immanuel Baptist the Nagas to rise and go Western Sumi Hoho repmi frontal organizations Sangtam succumbed to his church Zakiebietuo Metha. forward with unity as cen- resentative also spoke on the occasion. He appealed (APO) in collaboration injuries at Dimapur in a The leaders of APO, ASU, tral theme of the Nagas.

B e n d a n g ’s c o u s i n for unity among the Nawith Angami youth orga- hospital after being brought AYO, AMK and others atstated due to their death gas while lambasting the nization held the service at from Longkhim. He was tended the service.

DIMAPUR: In a sim- there was unity among state government for the the grave yard, old secre- shot at Longkhim town tariat complex Kohima on under Tuensang district ilar service at Dimapur, the Nagas and that those Jnauary 31 bloodshed in during the clash that took hundreds of people from legislators supporting T.R Dimapur and Longleng.

Thursday night.

During the function, Angami Public Or- place in regard to ULB all walks of life, young Zeliang were also responand old, assembled at Su- sible and should be held Meribeni Patton presented ganization (APO) vice election.

AYO president Nein- permarket here Thursday accountable. a special number. “Carry president and convenor JCC convenor Supu your candle” was rendered Nagaland Tribes Action guvoto Krose in his ad- evening.

Organised by Dima- Jamir in his speech attacked by Coloured Keys while Committee (NTAC) K.T. dress remembered the two Vilie in his address said the martyrs and late Tsapise pur Naga Youth Front the state forces responsible Mhathung Patton sang candle light services were and prayed for the speedy (DNYF), the candlelight for the death of the two “You raised me up.”

Earlier, the function being held in all districts in recovery of the injured. He vigil drew hundreds of youths saying they (police) honour of the three depart- said legislators were elected people from Dimapur and should distinguish between began with invocation by patriots and criminals. He Rev. Lima Jamir. Benediced souls. He also believed by the people and they beyond.

In his welcome speech, also came down heavily tion was said by Belanthat the departed souls should listen to the voice were resting in peace and of the people. He reminded DNYF convenor remarked on the chief minister and thung Yanthan. Family that the state government that from December 20, that the fear of the Lord stated that he (T.R Zeliang) members of the departed would listen to the voice 2016 till date AYO along was lacking in today’s Naga may have 50 MLAs but he duo delivered speeches and of the people and justice with APO stood firm in society, especially among hd killed two Naga youths. songs on the occasion.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur friday, February 10, 2017

LHJAC to continue with bandh in Wokha district DIMAPUR: In keeping with the February 7 resolutions of NTAC and JCC in the presence of all apex tribal organizations, the Lotha Hoho Joint Action Committee (LHJAC) has said that it would continue with bandh imposed on state government offices and movement of government vehicle in Wokha district, till the CM, T. R. Zeliang steps down on moral ground.

A press note from L H JA C c o nve n e r R .

Nchumbemo Ezung and co-convenor Pankathung Ezung has cautioned some officials misusing their govt vehicles by taking out their number plate and putting UR (under registration) and roaming freely.

Lotha Hoho Joint Action Committee warned that if anyone was found doing so, sternest action would be initiated against the defaulters. Meanwhile the LHJAC also thanked Nyiro range, Auto Union, LSU and ANTA Wokha unit for assisting LHJAC volunteers.

Lotha Hoho Joint Action Committee also stated that for February 10 the volunteers of of Midland, Tsuren and New Colony youth organizations have been entrusted.

news in brief BAN informs: BAN media cell would like inform all the office bearers and executive members that the 19th executive council meeting would be held on February 13 at 2:30 p.m. BAN media cell has requested all to attend without fail. The venue would be at treasurer Mongkum Jamir’s residence at Sector A, Lane-3, Aoyimti village Dimapur.

LH Dimapur meeting: Lotha Hoho Dimapur (LHD) has convened a meeting on February 11 at 10 a.m in Lotha Hoho Ki. All executives, GBs, representatives and all affiliated units of LDH have been requested to attend the meeting.

PWD prayer fellowship: The monthly prayer fellowship of Philimi Welfare Dimapur (PWD) usually held on the second Saturday of every month has been extended to third Saturday for the month of February 2017 to be held at the residence of Xuhovi Wotsa, Padumpukhuri.

Pfosena union 23rd annual general meeting: Pfosena union has convened its 23rd annual general meeting on February 11 at 11 a.m in Taphou Pudunamei village. All the units have been asked to attend the meeting.

ZKD to hold prayer meeting: Zungti Kuposhukulu Dimapur (ZKD) will be holding a prayer meeting on February 25 at 10 a.m in the residence of Yeshito, Xukhuvi village. All the members have been asked to attend the meeting.

SVC general meeting: Senjum Village Council (SVC) has convened a general meeting on February 11 at 8 a.m in the village panchayat. All the SVC members have been asked to attend the meeting.

PUK, MKK to celebrate Hega festival: Peren Union Kohima and Mpailui Kangbau Kohima would be celebrating a combined Hega festival on February 11 at the residence of Keyirangding Hegui, Assembly complex Kohima. All the bonafied members have been informed to attend with traditional attire. The organizers have also invited the in-laws to attend the celebration.

NSF asks govt concede to public demands KOHIMA, FEB 9 (NPN): Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) Thursday urged the state government to own moral responsibility, listen to the voice of the people and concede to the demands of the general public so as to restore normalcy and deliver justice.

In a press release, NSF president, Subenthung Kithan, and general secretary,

Boveio Poukai Duo, also appealed that human resource departments like school education, higher education, higher technical, NBSE and SCERT should be allowed to function normally as study materials and uniforms were to be distributed with the starting of academic session and examinations were to be held duly.

KFFC amicably resolves press Orgns support NTAC; condole accusation against KU president

DIMAPUR: Against the recent press accusation for ouster of S. Manlip Konyak, president of Konyak Union (KU), eight members of Konyak Fact Finding Committee (KFFC) consisting of representatives from Konyak Baptist Bumeinok Bangjum (KBBB), Konyak Nyupuh Sheko Khong (KNSK), Konyak Students Union (KSU), KU executive & advisory board had called upon the Mon Unit KU, its advisory board, 11 ward presidents and the GBs of Mon town on February 8 for justification.

A press note by KFFC convener Yuhwang Konyak and secretary, Honang M. Konyak stated that president Mon Unit Konyak Union had confessed that his name was

appended without his consent and the GBs of Mon town and dragged in the press media. In this regard, Konyak Fact Finding Committee discovered that the press statement was “doctored” without the due consent of the masses and declared the said press release as “unconstitutional”.

It stated that every executive moves of the KU president was found to be in tune with resolution of the Konyak Union advisory board council, whereby the press accusation has been proved to be baseless.

Konyak Fact Finding Committee stated that both the parties were strictly directed to restrain/ refrain from further justification through press

and that such matters be initiated through mutual understanding, respect and utmost honour on the sanctity of the constitution.

It further cautioned S. Manlip Konyak to refrain from any form of counter reaction either through press or in any form when the issue had been settled in the spirit of forgiveness and oneness, while also stating that Manlip Konyak would continue to serve the Konyaks in upholding unity and integrity.

The committee also appealed to its entire citizen that Konyak Union (KU) has its own established code of law and individual if found deviating from such noble code would face the consequence as per the law of the land.

DIMAPUR: Dimapur-Kohima Sangtam Students’ Union (DKSSU) has expressed its displeasure and regret over the “irresponsible and thoughtless act” of the United Sangtam Likhüm Pümji (USLP) president Yonghopi, for attending the February 8 consultative meeting despite the directives of the apex tribal bodies, NTAC and JCC in general and Sangtam in particular. A condemnation note by DKSSU vice president, John Anar stated that “such a defiantly erring individual defame the image of the tribe”, whereby the DKSSU has decided to firmly support the demand of the Sangtam Peoples Forum Dimapur District (SPFDD) and the Sangtam Union Kohima (SUK) to impeach the straying president. DKSSU also stated that “we commit our solidarity towards other apex Naga tribes who took up the struggle for the common cause of the Nagas”. DKSSU further conveyed deepest condolence to the bereaved families of the “government murdered” youths, late Bendangnungsang and Khriezavizo Metha and also late Tsapise Sangtam who lost their lives because of “government’s treacherous policy” and asserted that such act should be condemned by every Nagas within or outside Nagaland.

KUK: Advisor Konyak Union Kohima (KUK) L. Nyeiang in a press release stated that KUK supports the Naga people spearheaded by NTAC demanding the resignation of chief minister T.R. Zeliang on moral ground in connection with the ULB election. The union sincerely appealed the NBCC once again to mediate between the state government and the NTAC for finding amicable solution at the earliest to maintain peaceful co-existence amongst the Nagas.

NTAC volunteers damage police gypsy in Kma

The damaged police gypsy by the volunteers on Thursday at Kohima (NP).

Correspondent

KOHIMA, FEB 9 (NPN): One gypsy belonging to police department was reportedly damaged by the NTAC volunteers on Thursday at high school junction KoK

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hima during the ongoing indefinite bandh against the government offices and government vehicles.

The soft top gypsy windshield and side windows were broken after it was intercepted by volunteers

at high school junction on Thursday afternoon and later shifted to local ground Kohima. Hundreds of volunteers were seen at every junction and points in the state capital to check any violator in view of the in-

definite bandh against the movement of government vehicles and opening of government offices.

AYO media cell stated that the organizations came to learn from reliable sources that some government

officials/ employees were operating official works outside office premises defying the bandh called on the functioning of any governmental activities.

Therefore, the Angami Youth Organisation (AYO) strongly postulated that any government officials/ employees operating official works or carrying out any governmental activities at their residence or any other venues would solely be held responsible for any consequences.

The AYO further reminded that the restriction for government vehicles was indefinite.

Any government vehicles plying before or after the purview of the bandh called strictly for office hours would be doing so at their own risk and AYO would not be held responsible for any unprecedented incidents.

The federation said that the social unrest situation in the state was because of the government failing to address the demand of the tribal hohos. It said that sequence of the unfortunate events and the killing of two youths at Dimapur and lawlessness in the state were solely the responsibility and failure of the government and the state machinery.

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THE NAGALAND GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY No. 53 Kohima, Thursday December 29, 2016, Pausha 8, 1938 (Saka)

THE NAGALAND MUNICIPAL (THIRD AMENDMENT) ACT. 2016 An Act further to amend the Nagaland Municipal Act, 2001

Be it enacted by the Nagaland Legislative Assembly in the fifty-seventh year of the Republic of India as follows : Short title and commencement : 1. (1) This Act may be called the Nagaland Municipal (Third Amendment) Act 2016.

(2) It shall come into force at once.

Amendment of Sections 23A and 23B 2. In sections 23A and 23B of the Nagaland Municipal Act. 2001 (as inserted by the Nagaland Municipal First Amendment Act. 2006), the words Scheduled Castes and the connected phrases and provisions relating to reservation for Scheduled Castes shall be omitted.

Omission of section 120(1)(a) 3 (I) Entry (a) in sub-section (1) of section 120 of the nagaland Municipal Act shall be omitted.

(II) All references and operative provisions relating to "tax on lands and buildings" wherever these occur in the Nagaland Municipal Act 2011 shall be deemed to have been omitted.

Amendment of Section 120 (3) 4. In sub-section (3) of section 120 of the Nagaland Municipal Act, 2001 the words "be specified by the Government, by notification," shall be substituted by the words "be proposed by the Municipality and approved by the Government which is to be conveyed by notification.

Omission of sub-sections (4) and (5) of section 120 5. Sub-sections (4) and (5) of section 120 of the Nagaland Municipal Act, 2001 shall be omitted.

Amendment of sub-sections (7) and (8) of section 121 6. In sub-sections (7) and (8) of section 121 of the Nagaland Municipal Act 2001, the words "sanction" and "sanctioned" shall be substituted by the words approve and "approved" respectively.

Amendment of sub-section (2) of section 123 7. In sub-section (2) of section 123 of the Nagaland Municipal Act, 2001 the word determined shall be substituted by the word "approved".

Omission of sections 143, 144 and 145 8. Sections 143, 144 and 145 of the Nagaland Municipal Act, 2001 shall be omitted.

Omission of section 182(d) 9. (I) Entry (d) in section 182 of the Nagaland Municipal Act 2001 shall be omitted.

(II) All references and operative provisions relating to "attachment and sale of a defaulter's immovable property" wherever these occur in the Nagaland Municipal Act, 2011, shall be deemed to have been omitted.

THE NAGALAND MUNICIPAL (THIRD AMENDMENT) ACT, 2016

(As passed by the Nagaland Legislative Assembly on the 24th November, 2016) The Act was passed by the Nagaland Legislative Assembly on 24.11.2016.

Sd/Chotisuh Sazo Speaker Nagaland Legislative Assembly

Kohima The 24th November 2016 1 assent to this Act Kohima The 28th December

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state State BAN appeals for lifting of internet ban

Nagaland Post, Dimapur Friday, February 10, 2017

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WEATHER FORECAST February 10

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Agartala Plenty of sun

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Aizawl

Delightful with plenty of sun 26 8

Guwahati Plenty of sun Imphal

29 14

Delightful with plenty of sun 26 6

Itanagar Clouds and sun with a shower 24 11 Shillong

NIce with plenty of sun

Kohima

Delightful with plenty of sun 24 7

Dimapur Sunny and pleasant Mkg

NIce with plenty of sun

Tuensang Sunny and cooler Wokha

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Zunheboto Plenty of sun

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NEISSR organizes awareness programme

DIMAPUR: Business Association of Nagas (BAN) has said that business community were hardest hit by the ban on internet facility for business networking.

BAN media cell stated that while keeping in view the present sensitive situation and also at the same time realizing the hardship faced by the business community due to the banning of networking facilities, it has urged the concerned authority to kindly lift the ban on internet.

It requested the concer ned authority to kindly lift the ban on internet, (L-R): Tesin Mathai speaking at the programme. Section of the and SMS in order to allow participants. the business community to DIMAPUR: North East awareness, Mathai said situations like shopping, function smoothly.

Institute of Social Science that a cashless economy transfer of money, paying & Research (NEISSR) would pave transparent, medical bills etc. organized an awareness efficient and time saving Principal, NEISSR, prog ramme for MSW transactions.

Dr. Fr. Anto affirmed trainees on VISAKA He also called upon the commitment of the Vittiya Saksharta Abhiyan the students to be the agent institute to promote digital (Digital Financial Literacy of change, “particularly cashless transactions in DIMAPUR: Dimapur Ao Campaign) at NEISSR as future social workers” t h e c a m p u s. H e a l s o Baptist Arogo (DABA) has conference hall, Dimapur. and asserted that “this encouraged the students to invited all believers and The programme was particular effort of the speak and educate atleast citizens to unite in prayer animated by asst. branch G o v e r n m e n t i s a n their family members on February 10 at 7 p.m for manager, South Indian o p p o r t u n i t y t h a t w e about the benefits and peace in Nagaland. DABA Bank, Dimapur branch, need to bring about the importance of a digital has informed that church Tesin Mathai and his change in our fight against cashless economy. bells would ring at 7 p.m colleagues. corruption and black The programme was and has requested people Mathai highlighted money”. attended by both first to take a moment to pause, the existing digital cashless T h e s t u d e n t s o f and second years MSW reflect and offer a humble payment platforms such P e a c e a n d C o n f l i c t students. prayer for Nagaland. as ATM, POS machines, Transformation Studies I nte r ne t ba nking a nd p r e s e n t e d a p l a y i n different e-wallets. While which they depicted the lauding the efforts taken benefits of digital cashless

by NEISSR to create transactions in everyday

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Organizations appeal for peace

DIMAPUR: All Nagaland College Students Union (ANCSU) has expressed shock and dismay over the unfortunate incident that took place in Dimapur and Longleng on January 31.

All Nagaland College Students Union in a press note by president, Zhoku and general secretar y, Benjong Longchar has condemned the barbaric act of security personnel, killing two citizens brutally and injuring many others. All Nagaland College Students Union also countered the state government for “neglecting the voice of the people which has caused lot of chaos and violence in the state to extent of killing of innocent lives”.

All Nagaland College Students Union also raised a few points for the government as well as the protestors to consider urgently.

It stated that demonetization had not only made matters worse but closure of government offices and none payment of salaries has affected may students in getting admissions done.

It also stated that presence of large security personnel in Kohima, Dimapur and other district headquarters has created

negative impact on the mind of the younger generation which does not bode well for psychological development of future Naga generation.

It also said that when tens of thousands of students were due to appear their examination shortly, such social unrest was not helping them at all prepare for their examinations.

All Nagaland College Students Union further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family o f Av i z o M e t h a a n d Bendangnungsang Ao who had sacrificed their precious life for the cause of the Naga and pray the departed souls to rest in eternal peace.

All Nagaland College Students Union further appealed to the government and all the tribal Hohos for an amicable solution at the earliest to ensure peace and harmony in the state.

W S B A K : We s t e r n Sümi Baptist Akukuhou Küqhakulu (WSBAK) has expressed deep pain at the present situation in the Naga society and has asked everyone concerned to avoid violence and find solution at the earliest.

A press note by Wester n Sümi Baptist Akukuhou Küqhakulu

executive secretary, Rev. Dr. Hevukhu Achumi stated that the stalemate between the leaders of the tribal hohos and the state gover nment has been going on for so long.

It therefore urged that the imbroglio should be brought to a logical conclusion, whereby both opposing parties should find amicable solution in a peaceful manner.

Keeping in mind the welfare of the people, Wester n Sümi Baptist Akukuhou Küqhakulu has requested all the stakeholders involved in the impasse to come to a meeting point for early solution. It also requested all the churches to pray sincerely for God’s intervention.

ACU: Angami Catholi Union (ACU) has appealed to all its members, families, village churches, centres and parishes and all the well-wishers to pray for God’s intervention and wisdom at this prevailing situation in the state to take just and balanced decisions.

Angami Catholi Union stated that in view of the prevailing situation across Nagaland, there was need of true wisdom from Almighty God to find an amicable solution.

YDUK clarifies on Kiphire event on Feb 7

DIMAPUR: Displaced Yimchungers from Kiphire town have reacted to the news item published on February 7 under the caption, “memorial candle light service held in Kiphire for slain couple”, wherein it was mentioned that four vehicles were burned.

A press note by Displaced Yimchunger from Kiphire (YDUK) president, C. Nioji and executive chairman, S. Lunso stated that the actual figures mentioned in the news for vehicles burnt was false and misleading.

YDUK therefore has given in detail the vehicle owners and registration numbers of the vehicles that were burnt: Ato, Bolero Pick Up NL-07-5514; Akum Mahindra Bolero NL-02C-5823;

Yimkiumong Mahindra Armada NL01-9275; Mahtre Maruti Van WB-X024250; Rhakchi Maruti Gypsy NL-01C0655; Lakiumong Maruti Ecco Nl-01H4756; K.Nioji Maruti 800 NL-03-4693; Thsanshimong Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 NL-03-5242; H. Athrongba Maruti Van NL-01C-6096; Shokhum Bajaj Discover 135cc NL-01E-7401; R. Tsuyibam Maruti 800 NL-03-5163 and Pensokiu Pulsar NL-07-2213.

Displaced Yimchunger from Kiphire town stated that it was astonished to find “such distorted and irresponsible statement bringing anger and pain in times of struggle to restart life” since being vacated from Kiphire.

NPF division presidents back its leaders

DIMAPUR: The division presidents of the Naga people’s Front (NPF) comprising of 13 divisions spread across the state in a consultative meeting held today had resolved to strongly endorse the leadership of president Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu and chief minister T.R Zeliang.

The resolution was signed by the 13 division p r e s i d e n t ’s : Ko h i m a , Mokokchung, Pughoboto, Wokha, Peren, Tuensang, Phek, Mon, Dimapur, Longleng, Kiphiri, Tseminyu and Zunheboto.

It also resolved to strongly support the decision taken by the DAN legislatures to remain firm under the leadership of the chief minister, T.R Zeliang and urged the chief minister not to resign from the chief minister-ship as the present government had the full mandate and support

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of the entire citizens of Nagaland.

Further it decided to seriously view the activities of the par ty men and women for participating in the agitation against the government and also appealed the tribal hoho’s to consider their demand for resignation of the chief minister.

NPF Kohima division in an executive emergency meeting held on February 8 has resolved to stand firm and support the leadership of the chief minister T.R Zeliang and NPF president Dr. Shurhozelie.

The letter was signed by presidents and general secretaries of Kohima d i v i s i o n , 8 - We s t e r n Angami A/C, 9 Kohima Town A/C, 10 Northern Angami A/C, 11 NA-II A/C, 14- SA-I A/C and 15 SA-II A/C. It said NPF Kohima division had been extending

fullest support and cooperation with the apex APO and AYO till date against the boycott of ULB election, however with the formation of NTAC, which was purely politically motivated, the NPF Kohima division will not participate in any of their activities.

A l s o t h e d iv i s i o n appealed all the concerned to come together and reason out what was best for the Nagas and the society at large.

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ITANAGAR, FEB 9 (PTI): Altogether 549 elected panchayat members, mostly from Congress, joined BJP on Thursday at Seppa in East Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh in presence of Chief Minister Pema Khandu who expressed hope that all panchayat leaders across the state would join BJP before February 20. Khandu himself had joined the saffron party and formed a BJP government in the state on December 31.

We l c o m i n g t h e s e panchayat leaders of East Kameng into the party, Khandu said after BJP formed the government in the state on December 31, it was decided that all elected panchayat members across the state were needed to join BJP. “Our government’s joining the BJP will not be complete till all panchayat leaders repose faith on the party and join it voluntarily,” he said and expressed hope that all elected panchayat members in the state will join the party before February 20.

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Huge support for creation of new districts: Ibobi Singh

Tripura BJP demands arrest of CPI(M) MLA

economic blockade. Their objection showed that they were hand in glove with the body imposing economic blockade on the national highways, he added.

His deputy Gaikhangam who also addressed the election campaign meeting alleged that UNC sponsored economic blockade has indirect link with BJP. Asserting that a positive result to call off the economic blockade was unlikely in the light of the recent events, the deputy chief minister asserted that instead of asking UNC to lift the blockade, Centre should NSCN (IM) to withdraw the same.

“It would be the most effective strategy,” Gaikhangam said.

He said that if the Centre was committed enough to convince NSCN (IM) that the economic blockade violates the ground rule of the peace talk, then UNC

AG A RTA L A , F E B 9 (AGENCIES): Following violence in Tripura, the BJP state unit on Thursday demanded immediate arrest of CPI-M MLA Lalit Tripura of Gandacherra for his alleged involvement in attack on All Tripura Indigenous Regional Parties’ Forum (ATIRPF) picketers on Wednesday during 12 hrs bandh observed in protest of Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2016.

BJP President Biplab Deb alleged that armed CPI-M cadres led by MLA Tripura had attacked the picketers in Gandacherra when they were agitating in front of a school for opening it defying their strike.”

“BJP doesn’t support ATIRPF’s strike but we condemn the violent attitude of CPI-M party, including its MLAs, and top leaders who attacked the agitators brutally,” he stated.

Correspondent

IMPHAL, Feb 9 (NPN): Manipur chief minister O Ibobi Singh Thursday claimed that the creation of new districts by his government was supported by almost all section of the society.

People lighted candles, danced in groups joyously and performed various entertainment programme to welcome the creation of new districts.

“Was it signs of supporting the government move?” the chief minister asked while addressing an election campaign kickingoff function of a Congress candidate in Imphal East district on Thursday.

Without mentioning any particular party, Ibobi added that some political parties were blaming his government saying that government’s move of creating the new districts was the reason behind the UNC

KAAC likely to ink accord with Patanjali Correspondent

DIPHU, FEB 9(NPN): After the unexpected visit of Balkrishna Ji the Chief Executive Officer of herbal company Patanjali in Karbi Anglong autonomous region of Assam, the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council has taken keen interest in the long term business policy with the company and for generating large scale direct and indirect employment in this region.

Chief Executive Member of KAAC Tuliram Ronghang left for Haridwar, Uttrakhand Thursday to hold discussions with Patanjali Ayaurveda Ltd seeking investment on the proposed herbal medicinal industry in Karbi Anglong and cultivation of herbs and organic plants under public private partnership with an aim of around 5,000 crore turnover along with Patanjai managing director Achariya Balkrishna and other senior officials of the herbal medicinal plant in the hill district. The agreement with Patanjali is expected to include establishment of Ayurvedic College, boys and girls hostels and yoga school in Karbi Anglong.

would automatically withdraw its agitation.

He claimed that UNC is not the one that holds the real power to make decision and said that it would not be fruitful to talk with UNC. He went on to say that denial of the BJP of having any alliance with NPF was just to fool the people of the state.

“Everybody knows that NPF and NSCN (IM) are two faces of same coin,” Gaikhangam said.

Moreover, the recent statement of a BJP leader, who assured to end the economic blockade in two days if the CM resigns from his post, proves the alliance between BJP and NPF. BJP was often giving assurances to ensure bandh or blockade free Manipur if it comes into power in the state, thus indicating that the BJP government was not willing to intervene in ending the blockade, he alleged.

OFFICE OF THE

ALL NAGA TRIBES COUNCIL OF NAGALAND H.O. SUPER MARKET DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

Date : 09/02/17

RESOLUTION OF ANTCN The All Naga Tribes Council of Nagaland in its Executive Body meeting held on 09/02/2017 at its Treasurer's residence in Dimapur deliberated the issue pertaining to prevalent crisis in Nagaland. The meeting held a threadbare discussion on the prevailing situation confronting the Nagas and the Government and came with the following resolution adopted unanimously : 1. ANTCN to oppose 33% women reservation and ULB election till the Nagaland Municipal Act 2001 is reviewed.

2. ANTCN shall stand on the common interest while it shall not support personal interest of any political party, group or individual.

3. ANTCN felt that the Nagas or the public cannot suffer any longer or afford to lost more lives. Therefore, appeals to the State Govt. to start functioning of the Secretariat office immediately to enable the general public to avail the services and if the particular group or district protest endlessly, the State Govt. is appealed to temporarily shift the Secretariat to any convenient district.

4. ANTCN shall uphold and protect our customs, tradition and culture.

Vitohe Sumi President ANTCN Contact No : 7005119792

P. Thong General Secretary ANTCN DP-1238

MLAs of Peoples’ Party of Arunachal (PPA) led by Khandu joining the party.

Khandu had broke away from Congress along with 42 lawmakers in September last year and joined PPA. Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju for their concern for Arunachal Pradesh, Khandu said, during his three interactions with the PM, Modi had given him specific directions to take each and every scheme of the government to the grassroot.

“Our grassroot is the panchayati raj leaders,” he said. Rijiju, Union Minister of State for Home, was also present on the occasion. In his address, Rijiju called upon the panchayat leaders to cooperate with the state government and said that he would be the bridge between the central government and the state government.

Rijiju praised Khandu back saying he is the youngest chief minister of the state and his ideas were fresh. He also asked those who joined the party today to work for strengthening the governments both at the Centre and in the state.

polythene ban in Guwahati

G U WA H AT I , F E B 9 (AGENCIES): Concerned about the hazardous impact of polythene on environment, Assam government Thursday said it was considering banning polythene in Guwahati as its top priority.

Replying during a discussion in the Zero Hour in Assam Assembly, Guwahati Development Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the government is “concerned about the environmental impact of polythene.”

“For any reason, if we cannot ban polythene, then we will try to levy an environmental tax on it. But our first priority is to ban it,” Sarma said.

“We had banned polythene around six years ago, but we could not sustain it in the High Court and it was stayed. After that, some other states like Himachal P r a d e s h a n d M a d hya Pradesh have also banned it and have been able to sustain it in the High Court,” the minister said.

“The Assam government has asked officials to bring the documents from these two states to prepare a prohibition order again for polythene in Guwahati so that this time the decision can withstand the judiciary,” he informed.

Birthday Girl..Suzanna, A lovely day has come, with blessings and fun. It looks little magical, and very very special. For none other than, my lovely Birthday girl. ‘HAPPY BIRTHDAY’ From: TO ________________ Sweetheart konglen (mhayani) As you turn 3 today, we thank God for blessing us such a amazing daughter/neice.

You are the star in our sky! Never stop shining! Happy 3rd Birthday! God Bless! Love you dearly!

With Love grandparents,mum, dad n all your loved ones. ___________________________ My BetterHalf, Cena Sanjay Thapa On this special day of urs, everyone will wish u bt i just wanna request u to stay with me alws nd love me the way u do now...forever, coz ur love alws make me feel special...thanks for being with me...happy birth day babu, Urs & only Ur, Hubby. ____________________ Dear, Edy Birthdays come around every year, but friends like you only come once in a lifetime.

I’m so glad you came into our life. Best wishes on your special day Happy Birthday!!

From, I.K.H.S. ____________________ Dear, Afita Having you as a friend is my every day gift; let me be your gift today. Wishing you the loveliest morning, noon and night on your special day. May you have tons of happiness and joy on your birthday. Happy Birthday buddy!.

From, Mr. I____ ____________________ Hello Kinoka. H. Achumi (Kingkong) On your special day, I wish you good luck. I hope this wonderful day will fill up your heart with joy and blessing. Have a fantastic birthday, celebrate the happiness on every day of your life. Happy Birthday!!

Loving family members, cousins.

ETSA YIVON

OFFICE OF THE

JANGPETKONG SENSO TELONGJEM KOHIMA’ KOHIMA : NAGALAND

CONDEMNATION

The Jangpetkong Senso Telongjem Kohima vehemently condemn the attempt upon the life of Shri I. Bendangliba Tzudir, Director of Industries & Commerce by unknown miscreants at his private residence in Dimapur on 30th January 2017.

The JSTK has strongly condemned such inhuman act and urge upon the concerned authorities to book the culprits and take stern action as per law.

Toshisangba A.Imsu Ozukum, President General Secretary

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G U WA H AT I , F E B 9 (PTI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has been accorded a ‘Z+’ VVIP security cover of NSG black cat commandos by the centre owing to threats from insurgents and militants. Officials said the Union Home Ministry recently sanctioned the armed commandos’ cover after an intelligence report by central security agencies. Assam police had also recommended to secure Sonowal by a well-trained and equipped group of security men.

They said the task has been given to the elite black cat commandos of the National Security Guard (NSG), which last time accorded such security cover to Chhattisgarh Chief Min-

S H I L L O N G, F E B 9 (PTI): Meghalaya Police on Thursday filed a charge sheet against Independent MLA Julius K Dorphang and five others for their alleged involvement in sexual exploitation a 14-year-old girl. The charge sheet was filed against the 52-yearold MLA in the court of District and Sessions Judge E Kharumnuid, who is functioning as the POCSO court judge.

Dorphang, who supports the ruling Congress, and the other accused were charged under provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The sex racket came to light after an employee of a guest house, owned by senior Congress leader and Home Minister H D R Lyngdoh’s family, was arrested last month for working as a pimp of the victim girl.

She was rescued from near the guest house and brought to the police station where she named all who had exploited her and worked as her pimps.

Altogether 16 people were arrested in this case.

549 Panchayat leaders join BJP in Arunachal

Pangti Baptist Ekhumkho 2018 LBES Pastorden sanrhyu thelan eli thyutasantav tsukona tsungon 18th Feb 2017 enyathung 10:00 ekhoe khiala.

Hoji tsukona Pangti kyon aphoe evan emathae topvu na nte nchumri mhom jiang oyi-i shunhyatale to jonjiala.

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Sd/Pastor Pangti Baptist Ekhumkho Wokha : Nagaland

FELICITATION

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The Longsa Theological Association extends our heartiest congratulations to Dr. R Zulu Jamir, for achieving Doctorate of Ministry, Under Senate of Serampore University Kolkata entitled “Changing Christian Family Value System Influranced by Media Among the Ao Naga Families in Mokokchung Town with Special Emphasize on Cellular Phone: A Pastoral Approach” Supervised by Dr. L Imsutoshi Jamir, CTC. He is the Associate Pastor, Kumlong Baptist Church, Mokokchung. It is our prayer that our Almighty God bless you and your ministry to a high pedestal for His glory, by reaching out to the nations.

Sd/Sd/Merentemjen Süngkümlemba President General Secretary

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Sarbananda Sonowal

ister Raman Singh in 2013.

Officials said a contingent of about 35 commandos will soon take over their duty in Assam’s capital Guwahati, where the Chief Minister is based. An NSG team has begun making final arrangements in this regard.

They said insurgent activities from banned groups like ULFA and NDFB pose a threat to Sonowal who was sworn-in last year after BJP came to power. Recently, the Centre had decided to remove a similar cover of NSG commandos to two former Assam Chief Ministers– Tarun Gogoi and Prafulla K Mahanta — and replace it with the commandos of the CRPF. With this latest task, NSG will have 14 protectees under its cover.

The force, for some years now, had an all-time low number of VVIPs to secure after it was being said that it would not be burdened by such duties so that it can effectively focus on its core job of carrying out counter-terror and counter-hijack operations.

Chargesheet against M’laya MLA in sex racket case

Nagaland Post, Dimapur friday, February 10, 2017

DECLARATION OF SURNAME TITLE

I, K. Tokishe Chishi, S/o Kihokhu Swu, R/o Kuhuboto Town, Dimapur; Nagaland, do hereby affirm an oath and declare as follows : 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and the resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That in my Service record bearing Army No-4368033F, of 10th Assam Regiment, S.P, Company and in all official documents, my name had been entered/recorded as K. Tokishe Swu, where as my actual and proper name is K. Tokishe Chishi.

3. That 'Swu' is our ancestral grandparents name, and 'Chishi' is my 'title'.

4. That the names K. Tokishe Chishi and K. Tokishe Swu, refers to one and same person, i.e me, and my names.

5. That henceforth I shall address/used my name as K. Tokishe Chishi, in all my service records and also for all official purposes and correspondences.

VERIFICATION I, hereby verify that the content made in paras 1 and 5 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and beliefs and nothing material is concealed therein.

Deponent Solemnly sworn before me.

Magistrate/Notary Public Regd. No : 213/2017 Dimapur : Nagaland Date : 6/02/2017

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northeast

The Wokha Town Akuk Ekhung (WTAE) would like to honour and acknowledge the following persons for their achievements and bringing laurels to the union.

1. Shri. N. Rumphio Odyuo promoted to SDO (Electrical).

2. Shri. Marious Zachamo Patton conferred to Priestly Ordination.

The Union once again congratulates and facilitates them and wishes them all the success in their future endeavour.

Sd/- Chairman, WTAE

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GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER

WOKHA : NAGALAND Dated, Wokha the 16th Jan 2016

NOTICE

No. Judl-47/2015-16/ /whereas, Smti. Lepyuylo, W/o. Late Shri.

Chumremo Lotha, a resident of Chudi Village has applied for issue of Secession Certificate to enable her to draw family pension from the Government pertaining to PPO No. 10430 and to operate AC No.11766526145 in favour of her deceased husband Late Shri.

Chumremo Lotha who expired on 04/12/2016.

Now, therefore, public and relatives are hereby asked to file claims/objections if any, within 30 (thirty) days from the date of issue of this notice. No claims/objections will be entertained after the cut off date and succession certificate shall be issued.

K. Thavaseelan, (IAS) Addl. Deputy Commissioner Wokha : Nagaland DC-242

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER MON : NAGALAND

NO.GA/SADAR/RECOGNITION-CHINGKAO PANGKHAO/2014-15/1213 Dated, Mon the 4th Jan' 2017

PUBLIC NOTICE

Whereas, a proposal has been received by the undersigned for recognition of new village known as Chingkao Pangkhao Village, under Chen Sub-Divisional in Mon District with an area of 2543.948 Acres with the following scheduled of boundary : 1. EAST : TEHOK RIVER (CHENWETNYU VILLAGE) 2. WEST : SEPTHREM RIVER (CHAOHA CHINGNYU VILLAGE) 3. NORTH : CHAONYU VILLAGE MINI HYDRO PROJECT LAKOYA. 4. SOUTH : PWD ROAD (CHINGKAO CHINGPONG VILLAGE) Therefore, it is hereby notified for information of all concerned individual/ groups/villages that any claims and objection against the recognition of Chingkao Pangkhao village be submitted to this Office in written within the stipulated period, it will be assumed that there is no complaint what so ever in connection to the above proposed and that the matter shall be forwarded to the Government for further necessary action.

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(W. Honje Konyak) NCS Deputy Commissioner Mon : Nagaland

AFFIDAVIT/DECLARATION

Dated: 08.02.2017

(Correction of name Marital and Maiden) I, Smti. KAPANI ALICE (Maiden Name) KAPANI ALICE PHOM (Marital) W/o Shri. L Chingai Phom R/o Buranamsang Village District Longleng, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as follows: 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India by birth.

2. That I am the legal wife of L CHINGAI PHOM. 3. That my maiden name is KAPANI ALICE and marital name is KAPANI ALICE PHOM as such in some of my important documents my name has been recorded as KAPANI ALICE and in some other documents it is recorded as KAPANI ALICE PHOM respectively hence, the above stated name represents the same the person having single entity i.e myself.

4. That henceforth, I herewith rectified and corrected that by the virtue of my marriage my official name will be KAPANI ALICE PHOM (Marital name) permanent of resident of Burnamsang Village District-Longleng , Nagaland for all official, correspondences and future reference.

5. That the above statement made are true to the best of my knowledge and no material facts has been concealed herein and I signed this affidavit before the competent authority on 8th Feb. 2017.

DEPONENT Solemnly sworn before me by the deponent above mentioned named on 08.02.2017 at Kohima Magistrate/Notary Public K-0351

NOTICE INVITING TENDER

(Dated: 9th February 2017) Sealed tenders are invited from the appropriate class of empanelled Civil Contractors under Nagaland University for the under mentioned works. .

Earnest Cost of Estimated Sl. Money Tender Completion N/Work Amount No. Deposit document time (`) (`) (`) Construction of Examination Section Building i/c Water supply and Sanitary 18(Eighteen) 1 installation(1st 2,23,74,387.00 4,47,490.00 2,000.00 months Floor) at NU, Hqrs.

Lumami (NU/ ENGG/EXAM208/20145090) Construction of Administrative Building (1st Floor), Phase–I at 18(Eighteen) 2 Nagaland 1,49,88,500.00 2,99,770.00 2,000.00 months University, Hqrs. Lumami (NU/ENGG231/AB/20145089).

Tender documents can be had from the Engineering Section, Nagaland University, Hqrs. Lumami on working days upto 22nd February 2017. Sealed tender should be submitted addressed to the Registrar, Nagaland University, Hqrs. Lumami on or before 23rd February 2017(upto 2:00 P.M.). The cost of Tender document (non-refundable) is to be deposited through NU Challan.

EMD from any Nationalized Bank through Demand Draft/Bankers Cheque and IPO worth `10/- (Rupees Ten) only addressed in favour of Nagaland University, Hqrs. Lumami should also be accompanied along with the Tender.

Nagaland University reserves the right to accept or reject any tender without assigning any reason(s), whatsoever.

Sd/Prof. N.S. JAMIR DC-247 Vice Chancellor i/c

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sacks rebel minister Opposition seeks apology from PM PM Modi to inaugurate 3-day Akhilesh Pratap Shukla from cabinet Modi for his remarks; disrupts RS National Women’s Parl today

Narendra Modi their knowledge and research in the area of women’s social, economic and political empowerment,” the Speaker said.

The NWP would facilitate interaction between women from all backgrounds and also girl students to sensitise the society on issues like malnutrition, social security, sexual harassment, sanitation, oppression and other gender-based problems.

“One of the objectives of this conclave is to make young girls realise their potential and make them aware of the canvas where they can leave their footprints. Our endeavour is to enhance the network between eminent women and girl students to enable them to take leadership roles,” Kodela added.

An ‘International Woman Icon of the World’ award and 12 best young achievers awards for women in different fields will be presented at the NWP. In all there would be seven plenary sessions at the event with discussions on subjects like socio-political challenges in women empowerment, women’s status and decision-making power,

SRPUD – AKHOTO SUTSA YEKIPITHI Akhoto sutsa hipau pesu Satoi Range Public Union Dimapur (SRPUD) bocholo xusu pe akemi kumtsu lau ye pithi tsü ani. Atsala 12/11/2016 lo kuputsa no xakutha shipa keu toi SRPUD Silver Jubilee ghenguno akighini do eno avahu akhoto pekithi kepu hoho shi ani. Tighenguno akibo lakhimu vezumono Apu/Aza khiu khiu shi aghimu lakhi ighino akighini kupughu hipau lo suno kukumugha kusaje lupenike qhi-iniju ani.

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building own identity and vision for the future.

As many as 91 women parliamentarians, 401 women legislators, 300 social and corporate sector women leaders from India and abroad are expected to attend the NWP while over 10,000 “socially and politically sensitive” girl students of higher education will be networked with the leaders, according to the Speaker.

Asked if a resolution would be passed at the conclave seeking the long-pending 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament and state legislatures, the Speaker said the issue would only be “discussed”.

“We want to stay clear of any controversial issues,” Kodela said. Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan, Bangladesh Parliament Speaker Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury, Governor E S L Narasimhan, Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje Scindia, Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi, noted Gandhian Ela Bhatt, singer Lata Mangeshkar, actresses Juhi Chawla, Manisha Koirala, tennis star Sania Mirza, Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus and a host of other luminaries will attend.

Over 12,000 delegates in all, from India and abroad, are expected to attend the conclave for which the AP government has made elaborate arrangements.

VADODARA, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): A surveyor, a building inspector of Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) and an editor of a weekly newspaper in Vadodara were caught for accepting Rs 1 lakh as bribe by the Vadodara ACB. The accused have been identified as Dinesh Variya, surveyor at town planning department of VMC, Chirag Rana building inspector at VMC and Nisarg Joshi, editor of the weekly Suprabhat in Vadodara.

According to ACB officials, one Jitendra Patel lodged the complaint at ACB on Tuesday. Joshi had filed a complaint against Patel in VMC, who had allegedly constructed his illegal shop in the commercial complex in Diwalipura area. Later, Joshi, along with Variya and Rana, tried to negotiate with Patel and asked Rs 20 lakh to withdraw the complaint. After negotiations, they struck a deal at Rs 6 lakh. Meanwhile, Patel informed the ACB. On Wednesday afternoon, ACB laid a trap at Patel’s office where Joshi arrived to collect the cash. Joshi was caught by ACB after he accepted Rs one lakh from Patel.

Later, when Joshi confirmed about the cash with Variya and Rana over phone, ACB arrested Variya and Rana from his office. P R Gehlot, Assistant Director, ACB Vadodara, said, “All three have been arrested under section 7 (public servant taking gratification other than legal remuneration in respect of an official act) and the prevention of anticorruption Act. We have recovered the cash from them.

Further probe is under way.”

Government Polytechnic Kohima (GPK) in collaboration with Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi will be organising Nagaland Science Exhibition 2017 from 16th to 18th February at Government Polytechnic Kohima.

Events of the exhibition includes competition in i) Essay Writing ii) Poster Making iii) Science Drama and iv) Quiz besides Workshop on i) Science behind Miracle ii) Food Adulteration iii) Hydroponics iv) Science Communication through Puppetry The competition will be conducted in two categories namely;- i) Lower Group (6th - 8th Class) and ii) Higher Group (9th – 12th Class) with Certificates and exiting prizes to the winners.

Similar Exhibition shall be conducted in Dimapur district at Kin High School, Daroga pathar, Dimapur from 20th – 22nd February 2017.

Honourable Parliamentary Secretary for Higher & Technical Education, Shri. Deo Nukhu has kindly consented to grace the inaugural program as the Chief Guest at 10:00 am on 16th February 2017 while Er. Arjun Singh, Director, Technical Education, Nagaland will be the Guest of Honour for the Valedictory program.

Altogether, 25 Schools shall be shortlisted on the basis of first come first serve for the exhibition.

Interested Schools are hereby invited to register for the exhibition on or before 13th February 2017 from the Polytechnic or contact Principal Coordinator for more details.

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NEW DELHI, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): Congress and other opposition parties today forced adjournment of Rajya Sabha twice demanding an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his remarks “insulting” his precedessors.

Besides Congress members, their AIADMK counterparts too were in the well of the House demanding that Tamil Nadu Governor C Vidyasagar Rao should discharge his Constitutional duty by swearing in V K Sasikala as the Chief Minister without wasting any further time.

Congress, CPI(M) and JD(U) raised the remarks Modi made during his intervention in the Motion of Thanks to President’s address yesterday, saying the Prime Minister was “abusive” and used “insulting” language. They said they were not given an opportunity to seek clarifications during the debate yesterday despite Chairman Hamid Ansari citing precedence and tradition of the House that gave members the right to seek such response after Prime Minister or a minister’s statement.

With ruling benches countering them vociferously, Congress and other opposition party members

Opposition members protest in the Rajya Sabha during the Budget session of Parliament in New Delhi on Thursday. (PTI) trooped into the Well raising slogans demanding an apology from Modi, which along with slogan shouting

by AIADMK members created a din, forcing Deputy Chairman P J Kurien to adjourn the House till noon.

Finance Minister and Leader of the House Arun Jaitley said ruling of the Chair cannot be challenged by a notice under rule 267 and rules gave government the right to reply to a debate but it does not provide for a reply to rejoinders. While Sitaram Yechury (CPI-M) said Modi had used “abusive” language against his party’s former general secretary, Anand Sharma (Cong) said the Prime Minister had insulted the memory

of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

Sharad Yadav (JD-U) said when he had sought to raise the issue of export duty on wheat and pulses import, Modi had said he would listen to him after his intervention was over.

Chairman Hamid Ansari had also reminded the Prime Minister of the tradition and practice of the House to allow clarifications from members but the same was not heeded to, he said.

When the House reassembled at noon, Chairman Hamid Ansari’s call for taking up the Question Hour went unheeded as uproar by opposition Congress over Modi’s remarks continued.

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tions of the Chief Minister,” PTI quoted a Rajbhawan officer as saying. Sensing that he would be sidelined this time, Shukla had filed two sets of nomination papers on the last of doing so — one as Rashtriya Lok Dal candidate and another as an Independent.

UP BJP women wing chief, Swati Singh, is in the fray from Sarojini Nagar. Swati is the wife of former state vice president BJP Dayashankar Singh who had made derogatory remarks against BSP chief Mayawati. Campaigning in UP for the first phase of elections on February 11 draws to a close Thursday.

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AMARAVATI, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): A first-ofits-kind conclave in India, the National Women’s Parliament will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Pavitra Sangamam on the outskirts of Vijayawada city in Andhra Pradesh capital region Amaravati on Friday. Buddhist spiritual leader the Dalai Lama will attend the inaugural session of the three-day event, themed “Empowering Women-Strengthening Democracy”, along with a host of leaders from India and abroad, according to AP Assembly Speaker Kodela Sivaprasada Rao. The vision of NWP is to enable and encourage social, political and economic empowerment of women in all strata of the society.

One of the objectives of NWP is to generate new ideas, concepts, theories and ideologies for women empowerment. The AP Legislative Assembly is organising the event and the state government is hosting it with the support of Commonwealth Parliamentary Association and Inter-Parliamentary Union among others.

“The NWP will come out with the Amaravati Declaration on women empowerment at the end of the three-day deliberations,” the Speaker said on the eve of the conclave.

“National Women’s Parliament will be a common platform for women from diverse backgrounds like politics, arts and culture, sports, education, industry, media, cinema, judiciary and social sector to share

NEW DELHI, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): The Akhilesh Yadav ministry on Thursday sacked rebel SP MLA and UP minister Sharda Pratap Shukla who is contesting the Assembly elections on RLD ticket. The Samajwadi Party has denied ticket to Shukla and instead fielded Anurag Yadav, who is Akhilesh’s cousin and brother of SP MP Dharmedra Yadav, from the Sarojini Nagar Assembly seat in Lucknow. Shukla is sitting MLA from the seat. “Minister of State for Higher Education (Independent charge), Sharda Pratap Shukla, has been sacked by Governor Ram Naik on recommenda-

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Nagaland Post Vol. XXVII NO. 65 Dimapur, friday, February 10, 2017

Abuse on social media

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n an age of instant- be it food, fad or technologythe world of internet and all its other related services and applications have become a very vital part of people’s daily life. The impact of mobile technology on people is best amplified when life is all about social networking. It’s become a daily habit for many, and for some -- a lion’s share of the day’s attention. This global addiction is widespread among over two billion active media users.

According to a finding, 28 percent of mobile phone users check their social media channels before getting out of bed in the morning. Teenagers aged 15 to 19 on the other hand, spend at least three hours a day looking at their social channels. And 18 percent of social media users say they can’t go more than a few hours without checking out what’s happening on social. This does not include those who spend the entire night through the wee hours of the morning sharing photos, videos or chatting through mobile apps. That’s a huge number and with it comes a range of new and unique problems such as addiction and other behavioural patterns.

Social media addiction is real, and it can damage careers, degrade life and even harm relationships.

For most people, though, they’re simply being manipulated by the social sites and content creators to waste far too much time in a way that benefits them, not people. Nagaland is also not far away in the use ( or abuse) of mobile technology and related services. The technology savvy people in the state can be seen from the rush to get the latest mobile phones with the latest features( anyway, which constantly change). However what has caused the greatest distress is that the technology has not been functioning. That itself is enough to have caused dull days and sleepless nights.

During the past week since January 28,2017 after start of the mass agitation across Nagaland against the government for not keeping the agreement signed with the JCC and NBCC to defer ULB elections for two months; one problem that had affected everyone was the blocking of networking facilities such as mobile internet and other applications by service providers. The government ban on mobile internet services and applications was being justified as a preventive measure against spreading of rumours etc at a time when the law and order situation was becoming very volatile.

There is no doubt that social media has become the easiest, fastest and most popular mode of communication where images, videos and text messages can be sent in an instant. The technology has benefitted society in more ways than one but again there are some elements who have little use of the technology except as to abuse it.

The preventive ban on mobile internet services is something that appears to be the easiest way for a government to show it is dealing with a situation. Mobile users, both young and old, especially those who are constantly use mobile apps, are the hardest hit. For days together, those “addicted” to mobile services felt totally cut off and found it very difficult to carry on normal life without mobile internet services. The technology should not be subjected to government ban nor to those who only know how to abuse it.

DailyDevotion Are You Exhausted Spiritually?

The everlasting God…neither faints nor is weary.

—Isaiah 40:28 Exhaustion means that our vital energies are completely worn out and spent. Spiritual exhaustion is never the result of sin, but of service. Whether or not you experience exhaustion will depend on where you get your supplies. Jesus said to Peter, “Feed My sheep,” but He gave him nothing with which to feed them (John 21:17). The process of being made broken bread and poured-out wine means that you have to be the nourishment for other people’s souls until they learn to feed on God. They must drain you completely— to the very last drop. But be careful to replenish your supply, or you will quickly be utterly exhausted. Until others learn to draw on the life of the Lord Jesus directly, they will have to draw on His life through you. You must literally be their source of supply, until they learn to take their nourishment from God. We owe it to God to be our best for His lambs and sheep, as well as for Him. Have you delivered yourself over to exhaustion because of the way you have been serving God? If so, then renew and rekindle your desires and affections.

Examine your reasons for service. Is your source based on your own understanding or is it grounded on the redemption of Jesus Christ? Continually look back to the foundation of your love and affection and remember where your Source of power lies. You have no right to complain, “O Lord, I am so exhausted.”

He saved and sanctified you to exhaust you. Be exhausted for God, but remember that He is your supply. “All my springs are in you” (Psalm 87:7).

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“You only exist because of the agreements you made with yourself and with the other humans around you.” ~ José Luis Ruiz

Nagaland Post, Dimapur

Friday, February 10, 2017

Post-mortem

Important events pertaining to elections to ULBs

1. Article 243-T of Part IX -A was inserted in the Constitution of India by the 74th Amendment in the year 1992 providing 33% women reservation for a period of 10 years to empower women belonging to scheduled castes and scheduled tribes in Municipalities and further extended for a period of 10 years in 2012 and will come to an end in 2022 unless further extended. The 74th amendment came into force on 1st June 1993.

2. In the year 2001 Nagaland Municipal and Town Council Act 2001 was passed in the Nagaland Legislative Assembly, however, 33% women reservation which is a mandatory provision in article 243-T Part IX-A was not included . The 1st election under the Municipal and Town Council Act 2001 was conducted in 2004 in the State without 33% women reservation. Mokokchung Town did not participate on the ground that unless the provision for taxation of land and building are omitted/deleted from the Act, they would not allow the municipal election. The rest of the State participated in the election and functioned till 2009. Prior to 2001, the Nagaland State was following the Assam Municipal Act for the town committees of the State.

3. Miss Khetoli filed a PIL in the Gauhati High Court, Kohima Bench calling the court’s intervention to include 33 % women reservation as provided by the Constitution of India under article 243-T of Part IX -A. The Hon’ble High Court in a judgement in the year 2005, directed the State Govt. to include 33% women reservation in the Municipal and Town Council Act 2001. The State Govt. accordingly implemented the High Court Judgement by amending the Municipal & Town Council Act in 2006, and 33% women reservation was included in the Act. However, since the tenure for 2004 election is up to 2009 the women reservation of 33% was not immediately implemented.

4. The Naga Mothers Association, Eastern Naga Women Association and Naga Women Hoho, Dimapur gave a representation to the Chief Minister to implement the Court order.

However, the Naga Hoho and other tribal bodies opposed the 33% women reservation and

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elections to ULBs could not be conducted in 2009, and the women groups were asked to bring court order to implement their demand. Accordingly, Writ Petition in the Gauhati High Court was filed by women groups and the Single Bench of the Gauhati High Court vide order dated 21.10.2011, directed the State Govt. to complete the process of election by 20-01-2012.

5. Government appealed to the Division Bench, and on 31.07.2012 the Division Bench in a judgement set aside the order of the learned Single judge by order dated 31.7.2012.

6. The Govt. on its part constituted a Select Committee headed by the then Parliamentary Affairs and Planning & Co-ordination Minister and as per direction of the then Chief Minister and Legal Advisor recommended that article 243-T infringed article 371-A, and the matter, was referred to the Committee to scrutinise Parliamentary Laws for application to Nagaland and the Committee took up the matter and gave its recommendation to the Assembly. Accordingly on 22nd September 2012, the Nagaland Legislative Assembly passed a resolution moved by the then Urban Development Minister that the article 243-T of Part IX-A is not applicable to State of Nagaland on the ground that it infringes article 371-A. 7. The women group challenged both the judgements of the Division Bench, and the Assembly resolution in the Supreme Court by filing a Special Leave Petition (SLP) in 2014 and the Supreme Court admitted the same and stayed the decision of the Division Bench pronounced on 31.07.2012. The Supreme Court admitted the SLP of the women group on 5th April 2016 and the argument put forward in the affidavit of the SLP stated that 74th amendment and article 243-T supersedes article 371-A. 8. Senior Advocate in the Supreme Court opined that the best option is to go back and arrive at an amicable agreement with the women group to withdraw the case, since the State had also implemented the Act by calling the ULB elections in 2004. The Assembly resolution was merely an expression of intention to do something.

9. The Govt. had a series

of discussion and dialogue with the various stake holders such as Joint Action Committee on Women Rights (JACWR) representing various tribal women organizations for as many as 4 times, and offering them nominations with voting rights. But the women group refused to take nominations, and insisted to have elections as per the provision of the article 243T of the Constitution.

10. The Govt. on its part also have conducted series of consultations with Naga Hohos, ENPO and other tribal hohos.

The Consultative meeting was call on 16.11.2016 at Capital Convention Centre with various tribal organizations and to invite necessary suggestions in relation to Municipal and Town Council Act 2001, including 33% women reservation. The Ao Senden suggested the removal of the provision for taxation of land, and buildings, which was accordingly complied by the Govt.

The Angami Public Organization (APO) suggested to remove the provision for reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes on the ground that Nagaland State do not have scheduled castes, which was accepted and omitted. It was also agreed that for the proposals for levying of taxes by the Municipal and Town Council and should not be by the Govt. but by the respective Municipal and Town Councils, and Govt. should only be the approving authority was also accepted.

11. On 05.12.2016 in the meeting with the tribal hohos represented by, Angami, Chakhesang, Zeliang, and six tribes of ENPO held in the official residence of Chief Minister, the matter was explained to the 9 (nine) tribes regarding the impending danger of the SLP pending in the Supreme Court, which may lead to the adverse interpretation of article 371-A by the Supreme on account of this women reservation issue.

12. On 17/12/2016 the meeting with the Naga Hoho and ENPO attended by the Ministers and Parliamentary Secretaries in the private residence of Hon’ble Chief Minister at Dimapur, the issue was reiterated including all the impending dangers that may come about, if the Supreme Court give adverse ruling and interpretations of article 371-A. The hohos asked for five minutes

Parl. Secy attacks JCC and NTAC

s a layman, I am not familiar with legal points and implications. But I failed to understand how a reputed lawyer like Mr Supu Jamir, after admitting that part IX A and Article 243 T is mandatory and Nagaland is not exempted from its application, could mislead the public like he is doing in the last one month or so.

He led a delegation of JCC members met the Hon’ble Chief Minister on January 25 last and told the Chief Minister that the stand taken by the Government is absolutely right but that they, the JCC members need some time to convince the angry mob to avoid bloodshed. The Joint Convenor of JCC Mr Chophy, who is also the Vice Chairman of Naga Council Dimapur, also stated that they understood why election to the Urban Local Bodies was absolutely necessary but requested at least 14 days (two weeks) to convince the people. The Chief Minister told them he alone cannot postpone the election process and that only the Cabinet is competent enough to decide and recommend to the State Election Commission for consideration. However, the same evening, the JCC went ahead to declare Bandh in dimapur!

Again, on January 30, a joint meeting with the Government and the JCC was initiated by the NBCC at Chumukedima where he, (Mr Supu Jamir) reiterated that they will convince the protestors for conduct of free and fair elections to the ULBs with 33% reservation of seats for women, provided time was given to the JCC to have dialogue and consultations with the public! After going through all these interactions he and his team understood the whole concept.

However, on January 31,

before the NBCC team reached Dimapur with the decision of the Cabinet to have further consultations with the JCC, leaving no more option for dialogue, he provoked the innocent youths and in the process the youths gathered near Hotel Tragopan to proceed to 3rd Mile to vandalise the Chief Minister’s residence. There the unfortunate incident took place where the lives of two innocent boys were lost.

If any confrontations had taken place in any of the towns where election took place, it is understandable.

But the ugly incident took place in Dimapur where election had been deferred for 2 months as desired by JCC! I, for one, do not find any logic in this violent approach under the leadership of a lawyer. If a lawyer could mislead our youth in this manner what will be the fate of our society, the land of Christianity, the land of festivals?!

During these few weeks of turmoil created by the JCC leaders, we could see the flow of liquor in Kohima and Dimapur. This is much more than talibanisation of our land where the Mafia with money power is trying to rule the State! Mr Supu Jamir, along with his other colleagues, must apologise before the Church and the Naga people before he designs another drama in our peaceful towns.

Few years back, we witnessed enough factional killings and the whole public, business community were under threat, intimidation with people living in constant fear. This trend was thankfully found to be diminishing after Mr TR Zeliang took over the Government and we were hopeful that the Naga political problem too, would be resolved soon and that permanent peace would prevail in

separate time. However, since the Naga Hoho, ENPO and other tribal hohos were meeting the NMA and JACWR on 19.12.2016, they were requested to communicate their decision.

However, the tribal hohos could not convince the NMA and JACWR to withdraw the case, or to accept the nomination with voting right. The options before the Govt. become very limited, either to wait for the Supreme Court Judgement or to pre-empt the decisions. The options are:I. To wait for the Supreme Court judgement.

II. To pre-empt Supreme Court decision by going ahead with the ULB election.

The Government had several rounds of discussion and opted for the Option-II to pre-empt the Court decision by bringing Amendment in the Municipal and Town Council Act 2001 by incorporating 33% Women Reservation when all options to bring about amicable resolutions failed. The Election Commission was accordingly asked to proceed with the conduct of ULB election. The Election Commission accordingly proceeded with the Notification for the conduct of the ULB election. This decision on the part of the Government is aimed at protecting and preserving the sanctity of Article 371-A and thereby avoiding any interpretation of Article 371-A by the Court.

13. The Government intention was solely to protect the article 371-A and decided to go ahead with the elections, but will not force it upon the people.

14. The meeting between the Government and Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) on the intervention of Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) came up with the statement on 30/01/2017 enclosed. Reading between the line the joint statement was not the final, but subject to the decision of the cabinet and State Election Commission.

As a Government constitutional obligations cannot be avoided.

Therefore, keeping in mind the constitutional obligation on the one hand and the wishes of the people on the other hand, the State Cabinet recommended municipal councils and town councils where there was no opposition from public to go ahead with polls as scheduled (1st February, 2017) and defer

our land. But to our utter surprise, things seem to have gone worse than those dark days faced by our people! Where is hope for peace if an advocate, leaving aside his profession, could lead our youths in such a manner and towards such a destructive direction? Such practice also will only discourage our youngsters to study Law because one need not study Law to instigate the youths and create such devastating practices in any town or city! This is nothing but taking undue advantage of the nonconfrontationist approach of the Government! If the Government of the day uses an iron hand to contain the situation, no one will dare to come out in this manner like in English horror films!

In the case of Naga Tribes Action Committee, whose Convenor is Mr KT Vilie (PS to former CM& present MP Neiphiu Rio), the less said the better because we have seen how a theologianturned-politician with a political agenda, could set the entire town ablaze.

It is very unfortunate that theologians have come to the forefront unleashing violence and vandalism without realising their responsibilities towards the society; and also lawyers who know the laws, instead of keeping the public informed about the laws, mislead them and creating chaos and misunderstanding in our Naga society.

Since now the Government has fully fulfilled the demands of the agitators, and the elections to the ULBs declared null and void, it should be the endeavour of every one of us to ensure that normalcy returns to our society without any further delay.

S. Hukavi Zhimomi, Parliamentary Secretary, Science Technology & Jails

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those municipal councils and town councils where people/ public had objection for two months.

15. The Govt. going ahead with the elections was necessitated because of the Writ Petition filed by the JACWR in the Supreme Court.

16. The State Govt. of Nagaland is a tribal population and the article 243-T being mainly aimed for empowering scheduled castes and scheduled tribes women, Nagaland is not exempted. Nagaland State does not fall under sixth schedule or scheduled areas where the Act is exempted. To go for election now without 33% women reservation is not permissible under the constitution. If the people do not want municipalities and towns councils in the State, it is possible.

Since the women group have submitted withdrawal Petition of their SLP from the Supreme Court the people can decide whether to have municipalities and town councils in the State of Nagaland or not.

17. Now the options are:(a) Wait for the Supreme Court Judgement if the withdrawal of the SLP filed by the JACWR is not accepted. (b) Have no ULBs in the State OR (c) The State Govt. in view of the recent agitation and violence, take up the issue with the Govt. of India to exempt the State of Nagaland from the provisions of Part IX-A in the line with the provision of Part IX of the Constitution of India.

The Government is of the view that even after the case is withdrawn, India being a free nation, any person, lawyer or woman activist, not necessarily a Naga woman, may file again a similar petition. In that event, it will be back to square one. If the State Government and all the stakeholders cannot arrive at an amicable resolution of this issue at the earliest, the best option appears to be to seek exemption of Nagaland from Part-IXA of the Constitution, which contains a mandatory provision under Article 243T for 33% women reservation in ULBs, which will put to rest the issue and avoid further misunderstanding among the people.

Issued by the Department of Municipal Affairs, Government of Nagaland

Fear God’s judgement

t is a sad thing that the Chief Minister and the President of the Ruling Party have been thunderously opposed by the general public and they are pressed to resign.

As I pondered over it, my personal thought is that this is God’s doing.

When a crisis cropped up in NPF’s Party branding Dr. Shürhozelie’s Group and Neiphiu’s Group. When the verdict of the Legislators was tried across the floor of the Assembly, beyond the expectation of the public, the C.M got total votes. Is it not miracle?

Is it not God’s doing? It was a unique history in the annals of the Nagaland State Assembly.

It was not only important in Nagaland but it was known to the world. So the C.M was awarded with a global Award in foreign country.

If our leaders are conscious of God’s grace, praises and glory will be given to God for what a great thing He had done. If the winning Group

of NPF realized God’s grace, they will say,” God has been merciful to us, we have to forgive and forget the past things and get reconciled.” If they did it how beautiful and magnanimous before the people as well it will be! And it will open the gate wider. But instead they felt arrogant and called N.Rio and others for explanation.

On seeing it, I expressed,” The winning NPF Party and the current Government have forfeited God’s grace showered on them. They are gone. They can no more rise up” How and when I do not know.

When unknowingly this crisis came up in the pretext of Urban election, every day the shimmering of the wrath of the public is seen against the C.M. For me I cannot say “ resign or not resign” but my plead is,” Know God, Believe in Him, Fear Him and Obey Him” which is the only way of overcoming all evils and promoting goodness.

Rev.L.Suohie Mhasi

Reader’s Post

Sir,

Restore internet service

With the banning of internet and sms services, various churches, offices, institutions activities which are dependable on internet service has come to a grinding halt. The Govt. move to banned internet/sms afttermath the UlB polls violence clearly shows its “immaturity” banning human rights of freedom of expressions/opinions enshrined under article 19 of the Indian constitution. Banning of people’s right will not solve any solutions; rather it will create more problems. Let’s hope internet service will be restored without further delay.

Apra Naga, social worker

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

Nagaland Post, Dimapur friday, february 10, 2017

Sasikala lines up 120 MLAs

O. Panneerselvam

said Rajenthra Bhalaji, dairy development minister. It was Panneerselvam who proposed the name of Sasikala for the post of legislature party leader, TN assembly deputy speaker Pollachi Jayaraman said, adding, “MGR’s heir was Amma and Amma’s heir is Chinnamma.”

At his home a few kilometres away, OPS was optimistic, telling reporters that several legislators have been in touch with him over phone.

More than 90 AIADMK MLAs have been camping at a beach resort in Koovathur near Mahabalipuram since Wednesday night. They were brought in luxury buses in a bid to prevent them from joining ranks with chief minister O Panneerselvam who has rebelled against AIADMK general secretary VK Sasikala. Another 30 AIADMK MLAs have been kept in another resort at Poonthandalam near Kalpakkam.

P.C’s view

Amid the growing crisis within the ruling All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) in Tamil Nadu, former Home Minister P. Chidambaram has said that Governor Vidyasagar Rao could ex-

Speaker rejects

The ongoing power struggle in Tamil Nadu on Thursday played out in the Lok Sabha with AIADMK members disrupting proceedings by raising slogans apparently supporting V K Sasikala as the next Chief Minister.

As soon as the House took up Question Hour, majority of the AIADMK members present in the House rushed to well shouting slogans such as ‘Save our democracy’.

Earlier, AIADMK leader in the House P Venugopal wanted to raise an issue but was disallowed by speaker Sumitra Mahajan. While most members were in the Well, some were seen standing near their seats. Deputy speaker M Thambidurai, who was also present, was seen handing over slips to party members standing in the well.

Uphaar cinema fire: SC jails Gopal Ansal for a year, asks him to surrender

New Delhi, Feb 9 (Agencies):The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered one year in jail for city-based builder Gopal Ansal who with his elder brother, Sushil, owned a south Delhi cinema hall where a fire killed 59 people 20 years ago.

Reviewing its 2015 judgment that saw the brothers, who owned Uphaar Cinema, being let off with a fine of Rs 30 crore each, the court said the jail term would act as a deterrent and serve larger public interest. He has four weeks to surrender.

The court, however, allowed Sushil,76, to stay out of jail because of his age. He has already served a reduced sentence of five months.

Disaster averted as locals spot GoAir aircraft engine on fire NEW DELHI, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): Thanks to the alertness of a group of locals, a Go Air flight to Bengaluru with close to 200 on board, avoided a tragic fate on Wednesday evening. Locals spotted fire and smoke from the aircraft’s engine and immediately alerted the PCR which in turn conveyed the emergency to Delhi ATC. According to reports, the flight captain was alerted of the fire and was asked to return. The flight then asked for help and eventually made an emergency landing at the Indira Gandhi International Airport with all the passengers and crew members safe.

The incident came to

light around 7.40 pm when the CISF Control Room at the terminal 1D, received a call from the police control room that two persons had reportedly seen the engine of an aircraft on fire, which was flying over Ghoyla Dairy area near Dwarka in south-west Delhi.

“The two witnesses had informed the Delhi Police about the incident and accordingly the message was conveyed to Airport Operations Control Centre and to the Air Traffic Control. After some efforts the flight was identified as Go Air flight – G8 557 – which had departed for Bangalore at 7.28 from the IGI airport,” a senior officer told news daily DNA.

five months in jail. Gopal, 68, was behind bars for four months immediately after the June 13, 1997 tragedy.

The owners, an investigation had found, added extra seats that blocked one of the exits, preventing the victims –- 23 of them minors -- from escaping the burning hall after a fire broke out in the transformer room. Most of the victims were asphyxiated.

In its review plea, AVUT said the apex court judgment “bestows an unwarranted leniency on convicts whose conviction in the most heinous of offences has been upheld by all courts, including this court and sentences imposed on them have been substituted with fine without assigning any reason”.

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NEW DELHI, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): Weeks after the Supreme Court said that Jammu and Kashmir “has no vestige of sovereignty outside the Constitution of India”, the state government, following an uproar in the Valley, has fired its standing counsel in the top court after he reportedly refused to file a review petition to dispute the court’s views.

Supreme Court lawyer Sunil Fernandes, who has been the chief standing counsel for the state since September 2015 during his second stint, was on Monday evening instructed to resign “immediately”.

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When contacted, Fernandes said: “I was asked to resign. Hence, I put in my papers. Beyond that, it is not appropriate for me to say anything. Kindly direct your queries to the state government for the reasons behind this decision.”

State government’s

Law Secretary Abdul Majid Bhat, when contacted over the phone, initially said that Fernandes resigned on his own.

But when told that the lawyer had said that he had been asked to quit, Bhat declined to comment.

J&K Law Minister Abdul Haq Khan, who had a meeting on Sunday in the national capital with all the lawyers of the state in Delhi courts, including Fernandes, remained unavailable despite several calls and messages.

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Yadav’s family said in their plea that they have no idea of his whereabouts.

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“Gravity of the offence and the illegal gains made by them (Ansals) is such that no fine would be excessive for the irreparable loss caused,” the bench said, upholding the Rs 60 crore fine.

The money had already been paid and is lying with the court’s registry.

The three-judge bench of justice Ranjan Gogoi, justice Kurien Joseph and Justice AK Goel was hearing a petition filed by the CBI and the Association of Victims of Uphaar Tragedy against its August 19, 2015 order. The Ansals were found guilty of negligence but were not jailed, with the court treating the time spent by them behind bars as sentence served.

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CHENNAI, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): Day 1 of OPS vs Sasi belonged to VK Sasikala. The legislature party meeting she convened was attended by at least 120 AIADMK MLAs according to intel reports (out of a total of 134).

Her camp said 129 MLAs attended the meeting. Five MLAs including former minister S P Shanmuganathan publicly cast their lot with OPS. Most of the ministers were rooting for Sasikala, it seemed, while support from MGR acolyte PH Pandian, former minister KP Munusamy, and Rajya Sabha MP V Maitreyan came as a shot in the arm for Panneerselvam. To keep her flock together after the meeting, Sasikala moved the ministers and the MLAs to a couple of Chennai hotels, and many of them were out of cell phone reach.

On Wednesday, party office bearers had gathered in strength at the Lloyds Road AIADMK office although the rank and-file was largely missing there. Sasikala supporters, visibly angry, took turns to denounce OPS at the office.

“We are steadfast on making Chinnamma the chief minister of the state,”

ercise a “window of discretion” to delay the swearing in of the leader elected by the ruling party’s legislative group.

Speaking to The Hindu on the eve of the launch of his book, Fearless in Opposition (Rupa Books), Mr. Chidambaram said that while “constitutionally, the Governor is bound to swear in the leader elected by a party which enjoys a majority, there is, however, a small window where the Governor can exercise his discretion and say that ‘for the following reasons, I would like to wait for a few days’. It [window of discretion] has not been tested constitutionally yet, but it is, I believe, available to the Governor.”

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KUK executive chairman, Timothy, and executive secretary, Pongom, stated that the union executive meeting held on February 9, 2017 noted that that the consultative meeting was attended with vested interest without the knowledge of the Khiamniungan tribal bodies ignoring the call of the Nagas.

Further, the union has appealed the Khiamnuingan Tribal Council (KTC) to initiate stern action against the defaulters.

Meanwhile, KUK has reaffirmed its support and reiterated the resolution 4 adopted at Noklak on February by the KTC to stand with the Nagas.

The union has also extended solidarity with the stand of the JCC and NTAC to address the ongoing issue. It has reaffirmed its stand in support of the JCC and NTAC resolutions.

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(From p-1) Fur ther, WYH informed its members that the hoho has taken the decision after thorough consultation with its frontal organisations such as Western Yimchungru women organisation (WYWO), We s t e r n Yi m c h u n g r u Students’ Union, Yimchungru Union Kohima (YUK),Yimchungru Union Mokokchung (YUM), Yimchungru Union Chumukedima (YUC), Yimchungru Union Diphupar, Yimchungru Union Dimapur, Village Councils, former YTC officials & representatives to YTC, ENPO, YWO. Meanwhile, WYH also resolved to reaffirm its decision taken on January 9, 2017 to support NTAC and JCC and their demands in the interest of the Nagas unity and cause.

KUK: Khiamniungan Union Kohima (KUK) has flayed the individuals who attended the consultative meeting called by chief minister on February 8 at Kohima.

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(From p-1) Further NTC slammed the government over the attempt to sell out the basic rights of the citizens by creating cadastral areas in the foothills in order to give permanent settlement to non-indigenous people from outside Nagaland through Nagaland Special Development Zone (NSDZ).

This was to relax Nagaland Land and Revenue Act, 1978 and Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation Act, 1973 it said. This was also a clear infringement of the Article 371A that guaranteed the private individual ownership of land and its resources as under Oil and Natural Gas Rules and Regulation Act of 2012.

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DIMAPUR, FEB 9 (NPN): Apprehensive about the situation after the expiry of three-day deadline on February 10, if the chief minister failed to resign, Ao Senden’s JCC has appealed to the public to be prepared for any eventuality. In a press note, Ao Senden JCC convener A. Bendangnukshi Jamir and co-convener N. Bendang Jamir said “if the response from the government is not up to expectation and wishes of the Naga people, we are not sure as to how the situation would turn into”.

In this regard, JCC has appealed to the public to stock up essential commodities and other emergency requirements. While acknowledging the public support and cooperation, despite facing difficulties during the turmoil, JCC further sought for more support and cooperation from the people even in the days to come.

Khiamniungan, R. Lepden, Lepshi Ao, Zaku Tsukru, Tsumongo Ovung, Atovi Shohe, Namganbi Chawang; Er. T.L. Semdok, special invitee (Working Committee); general secys-- N.R. Zeliang, YimsongYimchunger, Khrielezo Bio, Kruzakie Kelio, P. Mulang, Nchumo Kikon, Blaise Iheilung, Renbomo Lotha, Anungba Imsong, B.P. Hanghuh, C. Khayi Nyekha, I. Yanger Jamir and S. Akho Leyri; secys-S. Akang Konyak, Akiena Meru, Bendang Kejong, B. Bangtick Phom, Hotoshe Sumi, Toniho Sheqi, Thangsat Kuki and Tsenthungo Lotha; TL Merry press secy, V. PhushikaAomi, asso press secy; Achumbemo Kikon, convenor, Legal Cell; Tonlih Wangsa, president women wing and N. Vihoshe Swu, president, youth wing.

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condolence to the bereaved families of the two youths who lost their life on the January 31 at Dimapur.

Meanwhile, NPF said it took strong exception to The Asian Age report, which was also published in the local dallies, that chief minister along with 42 legislatures were contemplating to merge with the BJP. The party said such statement was “unfounded and baseless”. NPF being the oldest regional political party in the North East, having its own principles and objectives, there was no question of its legislature or the party merging with the BJP or any other political party.

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have maintained the path of fiscal consolidation without compromising on expenditure. No tax refunds have been held, but I have not cut any expenditure at the same time,” Jaitley had said earlier. He pointed out that in this regard, both for the current and last fiscals, the revised Estimates of Expenditure have come in higher than the Budget Estimates.

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DIMAPUR, FEB 9 (NPN): Reacting to NTAC’s demand for chief minister’s resignation, NPF Central office bearers and frontal/cell organisations on Thursday said the party “unequivocally endorsed” the leadership of its president, Dr. Shurhozelie Liezietsu and chief minister, T.R. Zeliang.

While lauding the NFP and DAN legislators for backing the chief minister, the signatories said they also endorsed the stand and statement of the chief minister that “there is no reason to resign”.

Since the citizens of Nagaland had given the mandate to NPF party in particular and DAN to serve the people, they said there was no question of CM resigning. They party also claimed that the government had already fulfilled the demand of the tribal hohos for cancellation of the ULB polls and therefore there was no reason for the hohos to continue the protest against the government. Further, the party also conveyed heartfelt

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ings in the coming fiscal, Jaitley has pegged the fiscal deficit target at 3.2 per cent of the country’s Gross Domestic Product in his Budget 2017-18 presented in Parliament on February 1.

The figure is higher than the earlier targeted figure of 3 per cent of the GDP for 2017-18. The fiscal deficit target for the current fiscal is 3.5 per cent, and 3 per cent for 2018-19.

On the festering issue of non-performing assets (NPAs) or bad loans of public-sector banks, Jaitley on Thursday said these are substantially a result of overmanagement of banks.

“NPAs are a result of loans given during 2007-09.

NPAs are partially because of the slowdown but substantially because of overmanagement of the banking system,” he said in the Lok Sabha.

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NEW DELHI, FEB 9 (IANS): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Thursday said not only was it important to meet the fiscal deficit target but also to maintain its quality so that the economy’s growth is not affected.

“What matters is not only fiscal deficit, but also the quality of fiscal deficit.

You can contain it by earning more and cutting down on expenditure. But cutting expenditure is a fallout for the economy because the growth goes down,” Jaitley said in the Lok Sabha.

“The quality of fiscal deficit is better when we have maximum possible public expenditure, while maintaining fiscal consolidation. And also have resources come in from wherever possible like foreign direct investment (FDI),” he added.

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POSTPONEMENT

The Kuda Kewhimiapfü Mechü Krotho "Nousi Kehou" va-19 and raffle draw scheduled for 11th of February 2017 at Urban Haat, Dimapur, has been rescheduled to 8th of April 2017 due to unavoidable circumstances.

We deeply regret the inconvenience caused to our well-wishers and everyone concerned.

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Brexit: May wins crucial vote in Parl

to 122, and now moves to the House of Lords.

Shadow business secretary Clive Lewis was one of 52 Labour MPs to defy party orders to back the bill and he resigned from the front bench.

The Commons debated the last set of amendments to the Bill, including on key principles for the negotiation process, before the bill went on to its third and final reading for the vote.

So far the bill had passed two days of debate in the Lower House of the UK Parliament without being altered.

The Opposition Labour leader, Jeremy Corbyn, had instructed his MPs to

vote in favour of the bill whether any amendments are made or not.

However, he faced a second round of party rebellion after over 49 MPs had defied the whip at the last vote earlier this month.

Shadow home secretary Diane Abbott, who missed last week’s initial vote on the bill, backed it this time.

May herself faced a rebellion of up to a dozen of her Conservative MPs, who are expected to defy the party’s whip and vote for the rights of EU citizens living in the UK to be guaranteed before Brexit negotiations begin.

She managed to mini-

China praises Trump’s letter to Xi

BEIJING, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): China praised U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday for expressing a desire for a “constructive relationship” in a letter to Chinese President Xi Jinping, even though the leaders have not spoken directly since Trump’s inauguration.

Trump sent belated wellwishes for the Lunar New Year in a letter from the White House on Wednesday.

He had been the only U.S. president in recent years not to have issued greetings to the world’s most populous nation on its most important holiday, which fell this year on Jan. 28. The silence triggered speculation in China as to whether it was an oversight or an intentional slight.

A statement from the White House late Wednes-

day said Trump wrote to Xi that he looked forward to “develop a constructive relationship that benefits both the United States and China.”

Fo r e i g n M i n i s t r y spokesman Lu Kang said China “highly commended” Trump for the letter to Xi wishing the Chinese people greetings for the new year and the Lantern Festival that falls on Saturday. Lu dismissed suggestions that Beijing took offense in the timing. “It is known to all that since President Trump took office, China and the U.S. have been in close contact,” Lu said.

Speculation has simmered in China about how Trump might back up his tough talk, with observers noting that since his Jan. 20 inauguration, Trump has spoken to more than a dozen

foreign leaders but not Xi. Trump has accused Beijing of unfair trade practices and a deliberately undervalued currency, criticized China’s military buildup in the South China Sea and accused Beijing of doing too little to pressure neighbor North Korea over its nuclear and missile programs.

He also upended four decades of diplomatic protocol by speaking by phone with Tsai Ing-wen, the president of Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory.

Beijing decried the phone call with Tsai and has rejected the other accusations. China has in fact been spending heavily from its foreign currency reserves to prop up the value of its currency, which would make its exports less competitive.

WSYF RESOLUTION The Western Sumi Youth Front (WSYF), while reaffirming the stand and resolution adopted by the Western Sumi Hoho and its frontal organizations on the 8th Feb 2017, further resolves that: 1. The WSYF is categorically opposed only to 33% women reservation and ULB elections which were conducted without proper consultations with the stakeholders, and not against any other issue and is of the considered view that opposing the Honourable Chief Minister and his Cabinet colleagues to step down is unconstitutional and completely outside the purview of the common issue against which the civil societies agitated.

2. To avoid creating further confusion among the common people of the State, we appeal to CNTC to call back JCC and Dimapur Naga Youth Front (DNYF) immediately.

3. No other organization is authorized to issue any Press statement in the name of, or on behalf of the Western Sumi Youth Front without the consent and authentication, and those doing so shall be sternly dealt with and shall be held solely responsible for any situation arising out of it.

4. The WSYF has resolved not to participate in any kind of activity resorting to vandalism of public/ Govt. and private property(s), and appeals to all concerned for co-operation.

5. The WSYF hereby recall/ restrain all bonafide Sumi youths from participating in the bandh/ protest under Dimapur District till further notice.

6. The WSYF further caution any individual/ group of Sumi Youth violating the above directives shall be doing so at his/ her own risk.

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mise the Tory rebellion on Tuesday by promising a Commons vote on the Brexit agreement before it is finalised.

Keir Starmer, the shadow Brexit secretary, welcomed this as an important concession but others have dismissed it as a “take it or leave it” offer.

Now that the bill had passed the Commons, it will be debated in the House of Lords after it returns from recess on February 20, where it is expected to be given the final nod.

The bill was tabled last month after the Supreme Court ruled that MPs and peers must have a say before Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty could be triggered.

It rejected the UK government’s argument that May had sufficient executive powers to trigger Brexit without consulting Parliament.

David Davis, UK minister for exiting the European Union, had opened the debate in the House of Commons with a clear message to MPs that they must implement a decision made by the people in the June 2016 referendum – with 51.9 per cent wanting to leave the EU and 48.1 per cent wanting to remain within the 28-nation economic bloc.

Exiled ex-Maldives leader wants to contest presidency

Mohamed Nasheed C O L O M B O, F E B 9 (AGENCIES): The Maldives’ former leader, who is living in exile in London, said Thursday he plans to contest next year’s presidential election in his country despite an outstanding prison sentence.

Mohamed Nasheed said he will seek his Maldivian Democratic Party’s nomination later this year.

Nasheed was imprisoned in 2015 after receiving a 13-year jail term for ordering the arrest of a senior judge while in office. The following year he received asylum in Britain, where he had traveled for medical treatment. The Maldives constitution bars anyone sentenced to more than 12 months from contesting elections unless three years have passed since their release or they have been officially pardoned. Nasheed insists his conviction was illegal and he is therefore able to run.

NATO moves in Baltics a threat: Russia M O S C O W, F E B 9 (AGENCIES): Russia views the deployment of NATO troops and military hardware to the Baltic states, Poland and Germany as a threat and has no information about how and when the build-up will end, the RIA news agency reported on Thursday.

RIA cited Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexei Meshkov as saying Moscow was watching closely and would ensure that its own security was guaranteed.

“This deployment is of course a threat for us,” RIA cited Meshkov as saying. “And who said that it will end with this? We do not have such information.

For the first time since World War Two we see German soldiers along our borders.”

Meshkov’s comments follow the United States deploying thousands of soldiers and heavy weaponry to Poland, the Baltic states and southeastern Europe in its biggest buildup since the Cold War. German troops and armor are also due to reinforce Lithuania this month as part of NATO’s plans, which are designed to reassure European countries after Russia’s 2014 annexa t i o n o f U k r a i n e ’s Crimea.

U.S. Bradley fighting vehicles that will be deployed in Latvia for NATO’s Operation Atlantic Resolve wait for an unload in Garkalne, Latvia Feb 8.

Earlier on Thursday, and as a threat due to it Russia said it viewed Ro- hosting elements of a U.S. mania as a NATO outpost anti-missile shield.

Kremlin rejects Ukraine ‘deal’ with US

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s spokesman is rejecting suggestions that the Kremlin and the Trump Administration may try to negotiate a deal over the war in eastern Ukraine.

Last week saw a surge in fighting between government forces and Russia-backed separatist rebels. The fighting, which killed more than 30 people, came amid concerns that President Donald Trump’s stated desire to improve relations with Russia could lead to lifting of U.S. sanctions against Russia connected to its interference in Ukraine.

Putin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told journalists Thursday that Russia wants the United States to pressure Ukraine to fulfill the terms of a two-year-old agreement on ending on the war and that the conflict “can hardly be a subject for some kind of deal.

When asked how preparations for a meeting between Trump and President Vladimir Putin were progressing, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on a conference call: “Right now, it’s not clear what we are preparing for.”

Farmajo elected Somalia president in historic vote

MOGADISHU, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): A former prime minister who holds dual Somali-U.S. citizenship was elected Somalia’s president on Wednesday, declaring a new “era of unity” as he took on the daunting task of bringing the long-chaotic country its first fully functioning central government in a quarter-century.

Fears of attacks by the Islamic extremist al-Shabab

dogged the historic vote, which was limited to lawmakers instead of the population at large, with members of the upper and lower houses of parliament casting ballots at a heavily guarded former air force base in the capital, Mogadishu, while a security lockdown closed Md Abdullahi Farmajo the international airport.

“This victory belongs Mohamed Abdullahi Farmto the Somali people,” the ajo, declared after taking the newly elected president, oath of office. “This is the

Nagaland Board of School Education Kohima NOTIFICATION No. 2 Dated Kohima, the 8th February 2017 NO.NBE-3/EX-Misc(10)/2016-17/184 :: The routine of the following examinations are hereby notified once again to clear the days of examination particularly that of Political Science, Accountancy and Chemistry of Class XI Promotion and HSSLC Examinations.

A. HSLC Examination 2017 Date

Day

Subject (Time 9 am to 12 noon)

15th February 2017 17th February 2017 21st February 2017 23rd February 2017 25th February 2017

Wednesday Friday Tuesday Thursday Saturday

27th February 2017

Monday

English Science Mathematics Social Sciences Second Language: Tenyidie/Ao/Sumi/Lotha/Hindi/Bengali/Alt. English Sixth Subjects/Vocational: IIT/FIT/Music/Home Science/BK & Accountancy/ Environmental Education/IT#/TT#(Vocational)

The timing of the examination for IT/TT (Vocational) is from 9 am to 11 am. * For Old Course, the timing of the examination for IIT and Music is 9 am to 10.30 am., Home Science, Book Keeping & Accountancy is from 9 am to 11.30 am.

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B. Class XI Promotion Examination 2017 Date

Day

Subject (Time 1 pm to 4 pm)

14th February 2017 16th February 2017 18th February 2017 20th February 2017 22nd February 2017 24th February 2017 25th February 2017 28th February 2017 2nd March 2017 4th March 2017 6th March 2017

Tuesday Thursday Saturday Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday Tuesday Thursday Saturday Monday

English Education/Psychology/Financial Markets Geography/Entrepreneurship/Music History/Business Studies/Physics Alternative English/Hindi/Bengali/Tenyidie/Sumi/Ao/Lotha Sociology/Fundamentals of Business Mathematics/Biology Environmental Education Political Science/Accountancy/Chemistry Economics Philosophy/Mathematics/Mutual Funds Computer Science/Informatics Practices

C. HSSLC Examination 2017 Date

Day

Subject (Time 9 am to 12 noon)

14th February 2017 16th February 2017 18th February 2017 20th February 2017 22nd February 2017 24th February 2017 28th February 2017 2nd March 2017 4th March 2017 6th March 2017

Tuesday Thursday Saturday Monday Wednesday Friday Tuesday Thursday Saturday Monday

English Education/Psychology/Capital Markets Geography/Entrepreneurship/Music History/Business Studies/Physics Alternative English/Hindi/Bengali/Tenyidie/ Sumi/Ao/Lotha Sociology/Fundamentals of Business Mathematics/Biology Political Science/Accountancy/Chemistry Economics Philosophy/Mathematics/Derivative Markets Computer Science/Informatics Practices

* The routines are also available on the website www.nbsenagaland.com Sd/- Asano Sekhose Chairman Note: Examination routine shall not be altered in the event of any unexpected holiday. However, in case of cancellation or postponement of the date(s) of examination, it shall be notified through the media.

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beginning of the era of unity, the democracy of Somalia and the beginning of the fight against corruption.”

“There is a daunting task ahead of me, and I know that,” he said.

Thousands of jubilant Somalis poured into the streets, chanting the new president’s name as cheering soldiers fired into the air.

“Somalia will be another Somalia soon,” said Ahmed Regd. No. : 06

Ali, a police officer celebrating in the crowd.

Incumbent President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud conceded defeat after two rounds of voting, saying: “History was made. We have taken this path to democracy.”

Mohamud held a slight lead over Farmajo after an initial round of voting Wednesday that included a field of 21 candidates.

AFFIDAVIT

Date : 02/02/17

DECLARATION OF ACTUAL NAME

I, Smti. Sharon K, D/o Yehovi resident of Phuye (old) Town/ Village/Colony, Dist. Zunheboto, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare an oath as under : 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India belonging to Sumi (Naga) Community resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That my name is inadvertently recorded as (a) Sharon Awomi in my document Aadhaar Card No. 2005 5149 5841 (b) Sharon in my document Service ID Card No GONSHA44005 (c) Sharon Sumi in my document PAN Card No FGVPS69754 But my actual name is Sharon K. 3. That above mentioned names Sharon Awomi, Sharon, Sharon Sumi & Sharon K are one and same person which is referred to me.

4. That, from the date of this declaration, my name shall be used by the name as Sharon K for all official purpose and legal proceedings and at all times and occasions.

5. That the statements made in para 1-4 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge & belief and nothing material is concealed therein.

Deponent Solemnly affirm and declared before me by the deponent on this ....... day of ...... 2017 at Zunheboto : Nagaland.

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KASHA LOWRIN YOUTH ORGANISATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We the KLYO acknowledge and express our deepest gratitude to all the villages, churches, individuals and well wishers who supported us physically, morally and financially during our participation in the 44th RSA tournament organised by RSA from 10th -20th Jan 2017.

May God Almighty bless you abundantly.

1. Kasha Daho - Rs. 2000 2. Kasha Lowrin Village Union 3. Phenwhenyu Village Council - Rs. 22,000 4. Kashanyu Village Council - Rs. 22,000 5. Kashanyishin Village Council - Rs. 22,000 6. Gujü Village 7. Er. Tesinlo Semy - Rs. 25,000 8. Er. Abijah Khing - Purchase of sports kits.

9. Smti. Mirenda Tep - Rs. 5000 10. Mr. Jwembu Semp, Gen. Secy, RSA - Rs. 2000 11. Mr Yhunyelo Tep - Rs. 1000 12. Mr. Senhilo Tep - Rs. 1400 13. Mr. Watilo Tep - Rs. 500 14. Mr Jwembu Tep - Rs. 500 14. Mr. Josiah Cheng - Rs. 500 15. Mr. Kenyulo Seb - (purchase of petrol) 16. Mr. John Cheng - 1 football 17. Mr. Aga Seb - 1 Bag (Rice) 18. Mr. Agvunye Khing - 1 Plate (Eegg), 1 dozen (tin fish) 19. Mr. Joshua Cheng - 2 set (Egg) 20. Mr. Joseph Tep - 1 set (egg) 21. Mr. Njulo Tep - 1 set (egg) 22. Mr. Eloe Tep - 4 kg (Cauliflower) 23. Mr. Stephen Semy - Dinner host 24. Mr. Levistone Tep - Dinner host 25. Mr. Kegwanye Tep - 1 (chicken) 26. Kahanyu Women - Firewood 27. Mr. Gunyulo Semy Chairman Kashanyu Village 28. Mr. Kenyusinlo Seb VDB Secy Kashanyu Village 29. Mr. Kenyuyhunlo Seb Chairman Kashanyishin Village 30. Mr. Kenilo Seb 31. Mr. Solomon Semy 32. Mr. Johilo Seb 33. Mr. Alex Tep We regret our inability to thank each and everyone individually but shall remain indebted for the support and cooperation.

(AGA SEB) (KEGWAYHUN TEP) Team Coach President, KLYO

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MPs in the House of Commons during voting on proposed amendments to the Article 50 bill.

LONDON, FEB 9 (PTI): British Prime Minister Theresa May has won a crucial vote in the UK Parliament, which will give her the authority to officially trigger Brexit and start negotiations for leaving the 28-member European Union.

The European Union (Notification of Withdrawal) Bill had its final debate and vote last night to allow the British Prime Minister to invoke Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty to begin a two-year period of negotiations for the UK’s new deal as a non-member of the European Union (EU) by 2019.

The draft legislation was approved by 494 votes

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kire Minister for Environment, forest and climate change.

“Let Me Live” A song about child abortion, This song had been approved by pastor Robert kikon

and Dr. Mhonjan Mozhui (Metro Hospital Dimapur).

“Christmas is heartache for the poor” This song is all about the poor people who suffer even at Christmas time.

Guthrie Govan to rock India

Scarlett Johansson speaks out on gender wage gap in Hollywood

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egastar Amitabh Bachchan has donated Rs 51 lakh as part of funds to be used to build an auditorium in Delhi’s Kirori Mal College from where he graduated.

At an event here on Wednesday, the veteran actor spoke fondly of his college days in the Delhi University campus.

At an alumni meet of the college and fundraising for the auditorium, Big B said: “Whatever we acquire in our college or school days, those memories stay with us for the rest of life.

“I don’t know whether you will agree to that or not but we keep recalling those memories most of the time. It’s like a mirror in front of us. We can’t forget those memories.”

The event was attended by many others including Vijay Krishna Acharya, Ali Abbas Zafar and Kabir Khan.

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he inauguration ceremony of Consensio 2017 was declared open by the lighting of the ceremonial lamp by the chief guest, Hiren Chandra Nath, Pride of Northeast – Lou Majaw, and the chairman of Royal Group of Institutions A.K Pansari, followed by SP Singh, vice chancellor of Assam Royal Global University giving the introductory speech

and the state anthem.

Royalities, students of the college then presented a dance performance after which A.M. Modi felicitated the chief guest Hiren C. Nath.

Kabir Manchanda the youth singing sensation performed live during the ceremony. Lou Majaw was then conferred with the title “The Pride of Northeast” by royal group of institu-

tions and gave a short and exclusive performance.

Va r i o u s c u l t u r a l events, D’Maestro (Business- Quiz Competition), Solo Dancing Competition, Counter Strike Go, Canvas Painting, I-hunt, Street Art were the highlights of the programme.

Prelim rounds of Battle of Bands, Solo singing competition and Vogue were also conducted.

Metallica to perform with Lady Gaga at Grammy awards

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etallica said they had something “ver y unique and special” in the works for their performance at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards and apparently they weren’t lying! A fan posted what appears a new commercial announcing that the world’s biggest metal band is set to hit the stage with one of the world’s biggest pop stars, Lady Gaga.

The news comes off the heels of Gaga’s thrilling halftime performance at the Super Bowl and these two acts might possibly be the hottest items on the touring market as of right now.

With the performance just a few days away, hopefully Metallica frontman James Hetfield will have fully recovered from the ailments which have forced the postponement of the band’s Copenhagen shows.

mance.

Metallica will also be playing a show at the Hollywood Palladium directly after the conclusion of the Grammys, which airs Feb. 12 at 8PM ET on CBS. The collaboration should come as no surprise

Celebrating 75 years of Gods faithfullness The singer powered his way through a Feb. 3 show, admittedly struggling with vocal issues, even ask-

Felicitation

ing the crowd if the band should stop and come back another night to deliver the standard quality perfor-

Dear, Jenijan Kikon (Alo)

As you turn one year old today, may the Lord bless you with long, prosperous and health y life, many happy returns of the day.

With lots of love

OFFICE OF THE LIZUMI KUQHAKULU, DIMAPUR The Lizumi Kuqhakulu, Dimapur with immense joy and great pride extends its heartiest congratulations to Dr. Angughali A. Sumi, D/o Mr. Aheto & Mrs. Hokhetoli of Lizumi Village for obtaining the prestigious Ph.D in Biomedicine with excellent grade on her project "On Contractile Actomyosin waves and their role in junctional remodelling during epithelial constriction" from Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona, Spain.

The institute where she carried our her work is the "Centre for Genomic Regulation".

She has also been nominated for the extra-ordinary Ph.D Award 2016-17, for her accomplishment in her project during which she published a paper in an international top Biphysics Journal (PRL) and is currently working on her 2nd paper.

This most deserving honour and recognition is the reflection of her unrelenting efforts that bring laurels for not only Lizumi village but Nagaland as a whole.

May the Almighty God grant her good health and wisdom in her future endeavours.

Hukiye Zhimo, President Botoi L. Zhimo, Gen. Secy Lizumi Kuqhakulu, Dimapur Lizumi Kuqhakulu, Dimapur

as Lady Gaga is a known metalhead, openly praising the likes of greats like Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden and Judas Priest.

In August of 2015, she even said she’d rather be the next Maiden than the next Madonna.

Apo, Ayo, Ata, Ano, Amotsu, Akyo and all loved ones.

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Ino. N. PHUHOSHE ROCHILL.

Congratulations on your 75th Birthday.

May your birthday like your lifetime; be filled with the warmth of God’s love and blessings.

May you be filled again with peace, joy and health that comes with a life well lived.

Happy birthday to the most incredible, most inspirational, most captivating 75 year old we know.

From loving Wife, children, in laws, &grand children

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Big B gives Rs 51 lakh for Delhi’s Kirori Mal College

in bringing the best musical experiences to our fans. So we knew that if Govan was coming down to India, it had to be at Hard Rock Cafe! We are certain this tour is going to be a hit.”

The show marks one of its kinds in instrumental live music concert.

Known for his 2006 solo album “Erotic Cakes”, Govan earlier visited India with his superband - The Aristocrats.

complaint was also made to the Animal Welfare Board of India who then wrote to the forest officials and the police to take immediate action in the matter.

Shruti, along with costars Pearl Puri and two others, were then arrested by the forest officials. “Since the use of the snake was shared on social media, countless television viewers had contacted our office, upset and saddened that an animal would be treated this way,” says PETA’s emergency response coordinator Meet Ashar.

“In today’s world, there is Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI) available that can be used instead of animals who are living beings, not props. We commend the efforts taken by the forest department and hope that this serves as a lesson to others in showbiz,” he continued.

Lou Majaw conferred ‘The Pride of Northeast’ title

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nglish guitarist Guthrie Govan is set for a three-city tour in India this month.

He will be accompanied by Gino Banks on drums and Mohini Dey on bass as he strums at Hard Rock Cafe outlets in Pune (February 15), Mumbai (February 16) and Delhi (February 22).

Jay Singh, co-founder and Executive Director, JSM Corp, said: “We believe

ctor Scarlett Johansson says that she may be “Hollywood’s topgrossing actress of all time”, but that does not imply she’s paid the highest. The 32year-old star said that she has had to battle it out with the industry to achieve what she has today.

“Just because I’m the top-grossing actress of all time does not mean I’m the highest paid. I’ve had to fight for everything that I have. It’s such a fickle and political industry,” Johansson told Marie Claire in an interview. “The Avengers” actress explained that she was initially uncomfortable in discussing her personal struggles in public. She added, “Maybe I’m being presumptuous, but I assumed it was obvious that women in all positions struggle for equality. It’s always an uphill battle and fight.”

elevision actor Shruti Ulfat was arrested by the Thane forest department on Wednesday for posting a video in which she was seen posing with a live cobra. A complaint was lodged basis the video which the actor had posted on social media in October.

At the time she posted the video, Shruti was shooting for the TV series, Nagarjuna – Ek Yoddha, which is based on the mythical Naaglok which is a part of Hindu puranas and epics like the Mahabharata.

Complaints were lodged by several animal activists after the video that appeared to be a promotion of the soap went viral. According to Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, the reptile is protected under the Act’s schedule 1, under which it is an offence to use a live cobra for shooting or posting pictures with it. A

ONE-DAY TEACHERS’ ORIENTATION PROGRAM AT GHSS SEIKHAZOU

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edicated to the two slain Youths at Dimapur and all the people who are fighting against some corrupted leaders, this tribute song is composed and written by Oren and its under acoustic pop category. Recorded, Music arranged, mixed and mastered with the help of Sound Engineer Aseu chadi.

The song would be circulated through Whatsapp, Facebook, Twitter and some music websites, the video for this song would soon be available on YouTube. Oren Mozhui hold the record of most number of English social cause songs released by a Naga Artist. Other social cause songs of Oren which he released in the past years include, “We will meet again” a Song based on Wokha bomb blast and this song was selected as the people’s choice for the best social cause song.

“Love is sharing” A song Dedicated to the orphans, poor and disabled people living in Nagaland, this song have been supported by Dr. Neikiesalie

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A One Day Teachers Orientation Program was held at Government Higher Secondary School Seikhazou, on the 7 th of February 2017, which was organised by the school administration for its teachers.

Keeping in mind the need for teachers to constantly reinvent and upgrade their skills, the Principal, Dr. Bijano Murry stressed on the need for such workshops and orientation programs in her welcome address. Mrs. Ratuovinuo, AHM, invoked God’s blessings after which the program began.

The resource persons for the program were Runi Nakro and Elizabeth Walling, both Assistant Professors at State College of Teacher Education, Kohima. They reoriented the teachers on topics such as Professional Code of Conduct for Teachers, Enhancing Academic Performance in Government Schools and the importance of making Year Plans and forming an Academic Committee in the school to assess the performance of both teachers and students. The program concluded with the vote of thanks by Mrs. Rose Chishi, Vice Principal.

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Schalke, Borussia Dortmund Enter German Cup Quarters

Borussia Dortmund players celebrate after entering the German Cup quarter-final.

defender Sokratis was sent off in the 119th minute for dissent – just before the final whistle – as his back-chat earned him two yellow cards in quick succession. In the shoot-out, goalkeeper Roman Burki was Dortmund’s hero.

He saved Hertha’s second penalty from Vladimir Darida and stopped Sami Allagui’s fourth shot, although unluckily for Burki the ball still rolled into the net. But Kalou blasted his effort over the bar to send Dortmund through.

Before kick-off, Dortmund captain Marcel Schmelzer addressed home fans to criticise hooligans who attacked RB Leipzig s u p p o r t e r s, i n c l u d i n g families, before Saturday’s home league game.

The violence has shocked Germany.

Atletico Madrid confirms Diego Godin’s injury

Malinga included in Sri Lanka’s T20I team for Australia tour

Maria Sharapova

MADRID, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): Five-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova has been handed a wildcard for the Madrid Open in May just weeks after completing a 15-month ban for doping, organisers confirmed. The Russian who won the French Open for her fifth Grand Slam in 2014 shortly after winning the Madrid Open that year -- plans to make her return to the circuit in Stuttgart on 26 April.

“Sharapova requested an invitation to play in the tournament and after careful consideration, we decided to give her a wild card,” said tournament director and former Wimbledon champion Manolo Santana. “Maria is K Y M C

one of the best players of the last 15 years and also a past winner of our tournament.

“In Madrid she always plays well and I’m sure she will come back to the courts highly motivated and hoping to do well in her first tournaments.”

S h a r a p o v a h a s n’ t played on tour since testing positive for meldonium at the 2016 Australian Open.

However, her initial two-year ban by the International Tennis Federation, was reduced to 15 months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. “Sharapova is one of those players that all tennis fans want to see,” added tournament CEO Gerard Tsobanian. The tournament runs from 6 to 13 May.

LAHORE, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): Pakistan’s T20 Internationals skipper and wicketkeeper-batsman Sarfraz Ahmed has emerged the frontrunner to take over the reins of the One-day International (ODI) side after Azhar Ali stepped down from the post on Thursday.

Ali, who took over from Test skipper Misbahul Haq as the ODI captain, faced severe criticism after failing drastically against the top sides, with Pakistan’s recent 1-4 series loss to Australia adding insult to the injury.

According to reports, Sarfraz is most likely to be handed the captaincy for the 50-over format with the upcoming tour to the West Indies being his first assignment. Under Azhar’s leadership, Pakistan slipped to a record-low ninth in ICC ODI rankings.

Sania Mirza summoned by service tax department for alleged tax evasion HYDERABAD, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): Tennis player Sania Mirza has been issued notice by the service tax department in connection with alleged non-payment or evasion of service tax.

Principal Commissioner of Service Tax office issued the summons to the tennis star on 6 February and appear before it in person or by an authorised agent on 16 February.

The notice says “Whereas an investigation against you about nonpayment/evasion of Service Tax/contravention of provisions of Finance Act 1994 and Rules made there under is being inquired.

“I have reasons to believe you are in possession of facts or/and documents and things which are relevant to the inquiry.”

“You are hereby sum-

Sania Mirza

moned under Central Excise Act, 1944 made applicable to service Tax matters under Finance Act, 1994 to appear before the Office in person or by an authorised agent on February 16 to give evidence truthfully on such matters concerning the enquiry as you may be asked to produce the documents and things,” said the summons, which

does not specify the case in which she has been asked to appear.

If you fail to comply with this summons and intentionally avoid to attend or to give evidence and to produce the documents and things, without a lawful excuse, you will be liable to be punished under the relevant provisions of IPC, it said.

Gopichand badminton academy to start training players from March

UEFA limits terms of president, executive committee members

GREATER NOIDA, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): National badminton coach and Dronacharya award winner Pullela Gopichand will start coaching at the Greater Noida academy from March this year said Deepak Agarwal, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA).

Gopichand has signed a MoU with Greater Noida Authority in July last year to put into place a world class badminton academy at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida, which has been created at a cost of Rs 130 crores.

According to GNIDA officials, this will be first such academy by Gopichand in North India.

He already has academies at Gwalior, Vadodara and Hyderabad. “The academy will be housed in an area

of about 30,000 square feet and will have 8 badminton courts,” said Agarwal. “The academy will focus on training young talent and ensuring their exposure to international coaches and players. It will also provide full support to young sports enthusiasts by providing them education and world-class facilities,” he said.

“The academy and all stakeholders involved, share the unified vision of developing the sport and producing future badminton champions from this academy. We firmly believe that the academy will contribute towards the societal, economic and cultural development of the region,” he added. “While the academy will train 70 players in the first phase, Greater Noida Authority will back training for 25 talented players from the economically weaker

sections of society, totally free,” the CEO said.

“This is as per our agreement with Gopichand,” he explained.

“Students in the age group 8-15 years will be trained after they are selected on the basis of their talent.

Preference will be given to the students from surrounding areas and other parts of UP,” he explained.

Gopichand has trained the likes of PV Sindhu and another Olympian Saina Nehwal. “We have already registered about 200 players for the academy,” said Gopichand.

“We plan to star t training players from the first week of March. Promising players will be selected and sent for further training at my academy in Hyderabad,” he said.

“In future we plan to host badminton premier league matches in Greater Noida,” he added.

3RD DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF OUR BELOVED LT. PUTHUZHULE KHATSO

Lasith Malinga

Sri Lanka is starting their tour in Melbourne on February 17 before heading to Geelong and Adelaide for the remaining two games.

Squad: Upul Tharanga (C), Niroshan Dickwella, Asela Gunarathna,

Dilshan Munaweera, Kusal Mendis, Milinda Siriwardena, Sachith Pathirana, Chamara Kapugedara, Seekuge Prassanna, Nuwan Kulasekera, Isuru Udana, Dasun Chanaka, Lakshan Sandakan, Lasith Malinga, Vikum Sanjaya.

of our beloved dad

Late Mr. VIKIYE V ZHIMOMI

“Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel and afterward receive me to glory”.

Psalm 73:24.

Those special memories of you will always bring a smile if only we could have you back. The fact that you’re no longer here will always cause us pain, but you’re forever in our hearts.

Until we meet again.

Loving husband, children, family members & relatives

23/04/1976 – 10/02/2014

A C K N OW L E D G E M E N T

Having received overwhelming support from all walks of life during our trying times since 30/01/2017 followed by treatment and sad demise of Late K. Taliakum Pongen (Aliba) on 01/02/2017, the bereaved family members convey our profoundest gratitude to each and every individual, organizations, institutions, churches, neighbours and friends who comforted and supported us physically, emotionally, materially, financially with unceasing prayers, tributes and condolences during our bereavement. Heartfelt gratitude to groups and unions for the solemn homage accorded to our Late Taliakum along the way as he made his last journey home. Our sincerest appreciation goes to Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem (MTLT) for arranging an efficient funeral service making it a rather grand sending off celebration.

We further convey our special thanks to : 1. Dr. S.C. Jamir, Governor of Odisha 2. Shri C. Apok Jamir, Parliamentary Secretary, Tourism 3. Shri Merentoshi R. Jamir, Advisor to Chief Minister, Nagaland 4. Shri Alemtemshi Jamir, IAS (Retd.), Former Chief Secretary, Nagaland 5. Deputy Commissioner, Dobashis & Staff, Mokokchung 6. Superintendent of Police, Mokokchung 7. Traffic Police, Mokokchung 8. Doctors, nurses & staff of IMDH, Mokokchung & GNRC, Guwahati 9. Blood donors 10. Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem 11. Red Cross Society, Mokokchung 12. Shri. Paul Sangtam, Mokokchung 13. PHC, Changtongya 14. Shri Vikhoto Richa, EAC, Tuli 15. Dr. Nungshitola, GNRC, Guwahati 16. Shri. Robert Longchari, DRC & Staff, Nagaland House, Guwahati 17. Guwahati Ao Union, Baptist Church & Students’ Union 18. Lanur Telongjem, Mangkolemba, Dimapur & Longsa 19. Ao Students’ Union, Tuli 20. Ao Senden, Mokokchung 21. Watsü Mungdang, Mokokchung 22. All Ward Union, Mokokchung 23. Ongpangkong Kaketshir Telongjem, Mokokchung 24. Kichutip Ward Yimten, Mokokchung 25. Mokokchung Town Baptist Church & Youth Department 26. Ungma Baptist Church 27. Education Department, Mokokchung 28. GMS, Salangtem, Mokokchung 29. Mokokchung District Musician Association 30. Team Silent Project and Team Builders, Mokokchung 31. Yimjung Ola

NYON, FEB 9 (IANS): Executive committee of UEFA on Thursday unanimously approved a proposal to introduce limits on terms for the European football body’s president and members of the executive committee, with the possibility of serving a maximum of three terms, a total of 12 years in the job.

The approved reforms came during a meeting held at the headquarters of the European football governing body here, and chaired

by UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin, reports Efe. The reforms, which still require regulatory amendments, will be voted upon at the 41st UEFA congress on April 5 in the Finnish capital Helsinki. Amongst the changes, candidates for election on the executive committee must hold an active office (president, vicepresident, general secretary or CEO) in their respective national association.

3rd Death Anniversary

Died on 10th Feb. 2014

Dearest Dad, Three years of our journey without you has been hard, but your teachings, good deeds and thoughts keep us going with blessings as we live on.

And we know you are in a better place now.

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Loving wife, children, in-laws and grandchildren

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

(21/06/1982 – 01/02/2017) “My times are in your hands.... and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”

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Photography Club, Mokokchung Chungtia Students’ Union, Mokokchung Mokokchung Press Club Soyim Printers, Mokokchung Kichutip Youth Fellowship & Association Aliba Village Council, Aliba Baptist Arogo, Aliba Union Mokokchung, Aliba Fellowship 38. Mokokchung, Aliba Pongen Kidong, Aliba Kaketshir Telongjem, Aliba Students’ 39. Mokokchung Unit 40. Well wishers, neighbours, friends and different social networking sites.

Your acts of infinite kindness rendered to us in many different ways will always be remembered with deep gratitude. It is our sincere prayer that the Almighty God will bless each one of you.

Loving family members, in-laws & relatives.

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Maria Sharapova handed wildcard for Madrid Open

Sarfraz tipped to replace Azhar as Pak ODI skipper

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C O L O M B O, F E B 9 (AGENCIES): Sri Lanka’s fast bowler Lasith Malinga was on Thursday included in the national squad for the upcoming three-match Twenty20 International series in Australia, starting February 17. The veteran pacer, who was ruled out of team with a knee injury, last played a game in February 2016 at the Asia Cup against the United Arab Emirates in Bangladesh.

Left-hander Upul Tharanga will continue to lead the side in the absence of Angelo Mathews, who was ruled out of the side due to a knee injury, according to cricket.com.au.

“We as players were, and are, very shocked at what happened,” said Schmelzer in a video message. “On Saturday, people were harmed and we condemn that as a team.

“We, the team, wish all victims a good and speedy recovery and apologise for what happened.”

Eintracht Frankfurt also reached the quarters with a 2-1 win at seconddivision Hanover 96 with goals from Israel defender Taleb Tawatha and striker Haris Seferovic.

Schalke saw off second-division Sandhausen with a 4-1 win thanks to three goals in a devastating seven-minute spell from Alessandro Schoepf, Daniel Caligiuri and Naldo.

Third-division minnows Sportfreunde Lotte, from near Osnabrueck,

continued their giant-killing run with a 2-0 win at home to second-tier 1860 Munich.

A heavy snowfall had threatened to delay kickoff, but goals by midfielder Jaroslaw Lindner and striker Kevin Freiberger sealed the win.

It was another scalp for Lotte having already beaten top-tier clubs Werder Bremen and Bayer Leverkusen in the previous rounds.

On Tuesday, holders Bayern Munich reached the quarter-finals for the 10th year in a row with a 1-0 win over Wolfsburg, thanks to some heroics from goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.

Bayern were coasting at Munich’s Allianz Arena after a well-taken goal from Douglas Costa on 17 minutes, but two superb saves from Neuer denied Yunus Malli.

Borussia Moenchengladbach reached the quarters with a 2-0 success at second-division Greuther Fuerth thanks to goals by Oscar Wendt and a Thorgan Hazard penalty.

Hamburg brushed off poor Bundesliga form to win 2-0 at home to Cologne with goals by Gideon Jung and US striker Bobby Wood.

Second division Arminia Bielefeld are into the last eight after a scare against fourth division minnows Astoria Walldorf, progressing 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

BERLIN, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): Salomon Kalou’s missed spot-kick put hosts Borussia Dortmund into the German Cup quarterfinals as Hertha Berlin lost 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

The Ivory Coast striker gave Hertha a first-half lead in the third-round cup clash in Dortmund when he volleyed home on 27 minutes after the hosts made a slow start.

But Dortmund raised the pace as Marco Reus equalised straight after the break while Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang had a goal disallowed and Ousmane Dembele fired wide for Borussia.

Dortmund kept up the pressure as the game went into extra time.

However, they finished with 10 men when

MadRID, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): Spanish football giants Atletico Madrid on Thursday confirmed that their Uruguayan defender Diego Godin is suffering from an injury to his right thigh.

According to the club’s official website, Godin went for a scan on Thursday and “the result confirmed his grade I muscle injury to the right thigh,” reports Efe. Godin had to be substituted in 49 minutes of Tuesday’s 1-1 draw against Barcelona in the second leg of the Copa del Rey semi-finals.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur friday, february 10, 2017

Born: 24-06-1953 Died:04-02-2017 The family of the Late D. Bimol wishes to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us following our sad loss.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to the many friends, neighbours and well wishers who helped and supported us, prior to and after the funeral. Special thanks to all those who travelled long distances, sent messages of condolences as well as those who made charitable donations; we are truly grateful. As it will be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this press acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude.

Loving wife, children and family members.

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Kohli, Vijay tons put India in charge against Bangladesh

India’s captain Virat Kohli pulls the shirt of teammate Murali Vijay as they leave the ground for tea break during the first day of the test match against Bangladesh in Hyderabad on Thursday. (PTI)

H Y D E R A BA D, F E B 9 ( AG E N C I E S ) : A n insatiable Virat Kohli smashed his 16th Test century and Murali Vijay registered his ninth to steer India to a commanding 356 for three against Bangladesh on the opening day of a one-off Test in Hyderabad on Thursday.

India lost opener KL Rahul in the first over of the match but were in a strong position at stumps after Vijay (108) added 178 runs with Cheteshwar Pujara and captain Kohli

extended his recent run of powerful batting.

Kohli was on 111 at stumps, his fifth 50-plus score in the last seven Test innings, helping put India, currently the top-ranked Test team, on course for a big first innings total.

A j i n k ya R a h a n e, returning from a finger injury, was batting on 45 at the other end, having played second fiddle to his skipper in their 122-run fourth wicket partnership.

Playing their first Test on Indian soil, Bangladesh

got an early breakthrough when the sprightly Taskin Ahmed dismissed Rahul for two with the fourth delivery of the match.

While others might have left the fuller delivery we l l o u t s i d e t h e o f f stump, Rahul went for an expansive cover drive without moving his feet, only to drag the ball onto his stumps.

Vi j ay a n d P u j a r a shrugged off occasional discomforts to help India overcome the loss with their fifth century stand of

the current home season.

Off-spinner Mehedi Hasan induced a couple of edges but could not se parate the batsmen despite some occasionally comic running between the wickets.

In one such mixup, both batsmen found themselves at the same end. But Mehedi could not collect a throw and dislodge the bails at the non-striker’s end which could have sent Vijay, then on 35, back to the pavilion.

Vijay brought up his fifty in 82 balls and went on to hit Shakib Al Hasan straight back for the only six of his knock which also contained 12 boundaries.

Pujara edged Mehedi to Bangladesh captain Mushfiqur Rahim after a composed 83, and leftarm spinner Taijul Islam bowled Vijay around the leg after the break at tea.

There was no real respite for the tourists, however, as Kohli scored freely against the limited bowling resources of a team ranked eight places below India.

India 356/3 (90) V.Kohli 111*, M.Vijay 108 Taijul Islam: 1/50

Indian football team to play friendly against Cambodia NEW DELHI, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): As part of its preparations for the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers 2019, the Indian football team will play an away inter national friendly match against Cambodia in Phnom Penh on March 22.

India will begin their campaign in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers in an away match against Myanmar in Yangon on March 28. The last time the two teams met, Myanmar had beaten India by a solitary goal in the AFC Challenge Cup at the same venue.

National Coach Stephen Constantine thanked AIFF for helping him “arrange the game.”

“I appreciate the efforts of the AIFF in helping me secure the match. The International Friendly will help the players understand each other better ahead of our tough challenge against Myanmar. The idea is to play against a team close to Myanmar with regards to climatic conditions,” he stated.

“We plan to train in Cambodia for some days before proceeding to Yangon directly for our first match in the Qualifiers,” he added.

Marc Warren takes lead in Kuala Lumpur Guwahati set to host Himalayan

Marc Warren of Scotland follows his shot on the third hole during the first day of Maybank Championship golf tournament. (AP Photo)

KUALA LUMPUR, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): Marc Warren overcame a missed cut last week to shoot a 9-under 63 and take a two-stroke lead after the opening round of the Maybank Championship on Thursday.

The Scotsman, a three-time winner on the European Tour, nearly lost his playing card last year

Argentina remain on top in FIFA rankings M A D R I D, F E B 9 (AGENCIES): Argentina continued to lead the latest FIFA World rankings released on Thursday.

Argentina retained their position at the top of the rankings with a total of 1,635 points, followed by Brazil in second position, a n d wo r l d c h a m p i o n Germany, third, reports Efe. T h e o n ly c h a n g e among the top 10 was France, which climbed one place to sixth, replacing Colombia, now seventh.

The most significant changes in the rankings are a result of the African Cup of Nations and its champion Cameroon rocketing 29 places to 33rd, and runner-up Egypt securing their place in the top 25 at 23rd.

The top 10 list of the FIFA World rankings: 1. Argentina 2. Brazil 3. Germany 4. Chile 5. Belgium 6. France 7. Colombia 8. Portugal 9. Uruguay 10. Spain.

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but a fifth-place finish at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship set up a strong finish to 2016.

Thai teenager Phachara Khongwatmai wa s i n s e c o n d p l a c e after a 65, one stroke ahead of a group of six which included Masters champion Danny Willett, Peter Uihlein and local favorite Arie Irawan.

Wa r r e n h a d f o u r birdies and an eagle on his opening nine holes at Saujana Golf and Country Club. He added back-nine birdies on 12, 14 and 17 in his bogey-free round.

The 17-year-old Khongwatmai won the Hua Hin Open on the ASEAN PGA Tour at the age of 14 in 2013, and is playing in his seventh European Tour event.

Willett had a morning start and birdied his first two holes after starting on the 10th tee.

“It’s always nice to get out early when you’re in Malaysia,” Willett said.

“It was still roasting hot this morning, but the wind stays calm for the first hour or so and allows you to get some shots in there nice and close.” Defending champion Marcus Fraser shot 70.

Region Games in April

NEW DELHI, FEB 9 ( AG E N C I E S ) : A f t e r Guwahati successfully organised the South Asian Games last year, Assam’s major city is all set to host the Himalayan Re g i o n G a m e s f r o m April 21 to 30, the Indian O ly m p i c A s s o c i a t i o n (IOA) announced here on Thursday.

Besides hosts India, Nepal, Myanmar, Bhutan, Thailand, Afghanistan h ave c o n f i r m e d t h e i r participation in the Games which will have athletes taking part in various sporting disciplines like archery, athletics, boxing, fencing, football, judo, khokho, squash, table tennis and weightlifting.

I OA E xe c u t ive Council member Dhanraj Chaudhary was appointed

chairman for the Games Te c h n i c a l C o n d u c t Committee.

Announcing the venue of the Games, I OA P r e s i d e n t N. Ramamchandran said: “It is great that we are hosting the Himalayan Games in Guwahati this year since the north-east region of our country has given the world many great sports legends.

We want to make sports as popular as possible in every part of the country and build the legacy of sports.”

Rajeev Mehta, IOA Secretary General, said: “ We are hoping to put up a great show.”

He said, “The government has extended its support in helping us make sports popular in the Himalayan region as well.

The events planned to take place during the sports meet will encourage more and more people to come forward and take part in sports. This will also help make sports a part of life in every Indian.”

Golden State Warriors crush short-handed Chicago Bulls LOS ANGELES, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): The Golden State Warriors bounced back in a big way Wednesday, romping to a wire-to-wire 123-92 NBA victory over the under-manned Chicago Bulls in Oakland.

Klay Thompson celebrated his 27th birthday by sinking six three-pointers en route to a game-high 28 points for the Warriors, who were shocked by the Kings in Sacramento on Saturday.

The Warriors haven’t lost back-to-back games since April of 2015. Kevin Durant scored 22 points, pulled down 10 rebounds and handed out seven assists and Draymond Green added 19 points as the Warriors improved their leagueleading record to 44-8.

Stephen Curry had a quiet night, scoring 13 points to see his streak of consecutive games of 20 or more end at 16. That didn’t matter against a Bulls team missing All-Star forward Jimmy Butler because of a bruised heel and veteran guard Dwyane Wade, who stayed at the team hotel because of an upper respiratory illness.

The San Antonio Spurs, second in the West and behind the Warriors, didn’t live up to coach Gregg Popovich’s high standards but still pulled off a 111-103 victory over the 76ers in

Angami Sports Association golden anniversary KOHIMA, FEB 9 (NPN): Angami Sports Association (ASA) in commemoration of its 25th anniversary golden jubilee (1967-2017) would be organizing sport meet from February 14-18 at local ground Kohima.

The athletes and games would be played from February 14-17 and Naga style wrestling on February 18.

As part of the golden jubilee the prize for the Naga style wrestling champion is Rs. 2,50,000, 1st runner –up Rs. 2,00,000, 2ndrunnerup Rs. 1,50,000 and 3rd runner-up Rs. 1,00,000.

Tickets for the wrestling event are available at the rate of Rs. 2000 (donors), Rs 500 (chairs) and Rs 100 (gallery).

The sport meet would be managed by the western Angami Catholic union (WACU). Meanwhile, t h e WA C U s t e e r i n g committee has convened final consultative meeting on February 12 at Sechü Zubza.

Golden State Warriors’ Kevin Durant shoots over Chicago Bulls forward Taj Gibson. (AP)

Philadelphia. “We didn’t play a good 48 minutes,” Popovich said. “We played good the last three, four, five.

We didn’t move that well.

We didn’t get that many assists. We held the ball. We turned it over. It was very disappointing.”

Nevertheless, the Spurs never trailed, shooting 52.7 percent from the field and making 11 of their 22 three-point attempts as they improved to 40-12.

All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard scored 32 points for the Spurs. The NBA champion Cleveland Cavaliers snapped the Indiana Pacers’ seven-game winning streak with a 132117 triumph in Indianapolis.

Kyrie Ir ving and Kyle Korver scored 29 points

apiece and LeBron James added 25 for the Cavaliers, who rallied from a six-point halftime deficit to win their fourth in a row. The Boston Celtics saw their sevengame winning streak end, falling 108-92 to the Kings in Sacramento.

Streaking Heat The Miami Heat extended their winning streak to 12 games with a 106-88 victory over the Bucks in Milwaukee.

Hassan Whiteside scored 23 points and James Johnson added 20 for Miami, who held Milwaukee to 47.1 percent shooting. The Heat were a slightly better 47.7 percent from the floor, but made 11 of 33 three-point attempts and pulled down 14 offensive rebounds.

Erik Guay becomes skiing’s oldest world champion

Erik Guay reacts after winning.

ST MORITZ, FEB 9 (AGENCIES): He might be 35, but Canadian veteran Erik Guay just became a ski world champion to join the recent list of mid 30somethings proving age is just a number.

It’s only February and already Roger Federer, Serena Williams and Tom Brady have shown that the youngsters don’t have a monopoly on vim and vigor. Sometimes age and experience can tr ump youthful exuberance.

Guay hadn’t won for almost three years when he became skiing’s oldest world champion with victory in the super-G at

glitzy St. Moritz.

The 2011 downhill world champion edged out Olympic champion Kjetil Jansrud, 31, with fellow Canadian Manuel Osborne-Paradis grabbing third on his 33rd birthday.

Guay’s achievement comes three days after 39year-old quarterback Brady steered the New England Patriots to a remarkable Super Bowl victory after trailing the Atlanta Falcons 28-3 in the third quarter.

It was Brady’s fifth Super Bowl title, all with the Patriots, coming 15 years after his first. In both games Brady was named Most Valuable Player.

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