February 26, 2020

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Vol XXX No. 80

DIMAPUR, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2020 Pages 12 ` 5.00

Delhi violence: SC to hear plea today

Liverpool beat West Ham in five-goal thriller

Assam CM receives Clause Six committee report

NATIONAL, PAGE 5

SPORTS, PAGE 12

NORTHEAST, PAGE 4

Trump India visit ends with no trade deal CAA violence: Shoot-at-sight order issued in NE Delhi KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM TRUMP’S VISIT

Modi shakes hands with Trump prior to their meeting in Delhi. (PTI)

Defence deals worth USD 3 billion: India and the US on Tuesday finalised defence deals worth USD 3 billion under which 30 military helicopters will be procured from two American defence majors for Indian armed forces.

Under a USD 2.6 billion deal, India will buy 24 MH-60 Romeo helicopters from Lockheed Martin for the Indian Navy. Another contract to acquire six AH-64E Apache helicopters for USD 800 million from aerospace giant Boeing has also been sealed.

3 bilateral pacts inked: The two countries have concluded three bilateral agreements in the health and energy sectors. Two of the agreements finalised include a memorandum of understanding on mental health, and one that deals with the safety of medical products.

A Letter of Cooperation was also signed by Indian Oil Corporation and ExxonMobil India LNG Limited, with Chart Industries of the US. Trump flags ‘highest’ India tariffs: Flagging the high duties, US President Donald Trump said India imposed the highest tariffs on US products and cited the case of Harley-Davidson bike. “When India sends to us, there is virtually no tariff. For the most part, there are absolutely no tariff. I just said that’s unfair and we are working it out,” Trump said. “India is probably the highest tariff nation in the world. We have to stop that. I think we are understanding each other,” Trump said.

5G network: “During our visit we discussed the importance of a secure 5G wireless network and the need for this emerging technology to be a tool for freedom, progress, prosperity, not to do anything with where it could be even conceived as a conduit for suppression and censorship.”

US exports to India: “Our teams have made tremendous progress for a comprehensive trade agreement & I’m optimistic we can reach a deal of great importance to both countries. Since I took office, US exports to India are up nearly 60% & exports of high quality American energy have grown by 500%”, Trump stated.

DEATH TOLL RISES TO 13; SCHOOLS SHUT; FLAG MARCHES CONDUCTED

Spl Correspondent/Agencies

NEW DELHI, FEB 25 (NPN): Smoke billowed in the air and mobs roamed unchecked through the streets, burning shops, pelting stones and threatening locals, as fresh violence tore through North East Delhi, killing at least eight more people on Tuesday, even as the government hosted US President Donald Trump and his family only 15 kilometres away.

The death toll in the communal clashes over the amended citizenship law has risen to 13 and over 180- including a child- have been injured.

The Delhi Police also issued a shoot-at-sight order in the riot-hit areas. In the announcement, the police said that a curfew has been imposed in four areas of the northeast district of Delhi.

Flag marches were also conducted in Bhajanpura, Khajuri Khas and other places. Sixty-seven companies of police and paramilitary personnel have been deployed across the area.

The violence, which left neighbourhoods looking as though it was a war zone, also led to the postponement

Rioters set ablaze a shop at Gokalpuri in north east Delhi, Tuesday. (PTI)

NEW DELHI, FEB 25 (AGENCIES): US President Donald Trump concluded a showy state visit to India on Tuesday with plenty of impressive photos but without major announcements including a long-awaited trade deal between the two countries, except agreements on defence and energy etc.

US-Indian trade relations have worsened in recent years as Trump’s “America First” aim of reducing deficits has collided with the “Make in India” mantra of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Speaking at the end of a short tour, Trump said only that they had made “tremendous progress” towards an

accord. “The United States has to be treated fairly and India understands that,” he told a news conference, saying that “if a deal happens with India, it will be towards the end of the year.”

Under pressure to deliver ahead of his November re-election battle, Trump has pressed for greater access to the vast Indian market of 1.3 billion people for US dairy producers and makers of medical goods.

Donald Trump said Tuesday he was optimistic about the prospects of inking a trade deal with India despite moves by both sides that created doubt about the ability to reach an agree(Cont’d on p-7) ment.

Children Home director booked

NTUCT asks NBCC to convene meeting on prohibition NE CMs pushes for 90% central funding

DIMAPUR, FEB 25 (NPN): Taking cognisance of the gross violation and offences committed by K. Yapang Longkumer, the director cum proprietor of the Naga Blind Children Home, Ao Khel, Notun Bosti Dimapur, against children in his care, the Department of Social Welfare Nagaland has revoked and cancelled the registration of the Children Home to run as CCI under Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act 2015.

In a press release, secretary and commissioner, department of social welfare, and chairman, child protection services, Nagaland, stated that K Yapang Longkumer was alleged to have abused physically, mentally and sexually the persons with disabilities including minors residing in Naga Blind Children Home run by him. A total of six boys and six girls were rescued from the home.

A suo motu FIR was filed against the alleged accused by the Women PS Dimapur and he was booked under POCSO Act 2012.

The offence attracts serious penalties under Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection) Act 2015, POCSO Act 2012, and RPwD (Rights of Persons with Disabilities) Act 2016.

This is it!

“This had to happen soon.

It’s all due to this India versus Pakistan stuff.”

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DIMAPUR, FEB 25 (NPN): Naga Tribal Union Chumoukedima Town (NTUCT) has demanded that Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) should convene a meeting involving all stakeholders and come out strongly with a resolution on Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition (NLTP) Act, 1989.

In a press release by its vice president Akum Imchen and joint secretary Akato Sema, the union demanded that the resolution should be on whether to give more teeth to the Act, or relax it altogether by calling for enactment of a law to be strictly followed by vendors so that spurious liquor that was very harmful for human consumption would be done away with, while ensuring better quality at cheaper price, least consumption and earn government revenue.

Mentioning that it was 101 % certain that any acceptable resolution adopted from such a meeting would happily be acknowledged and approved by the State government, NTUCT however alleged that NBCC was least concerned today although NLPT Act was enacted at the behest of its exhaustive and intensive

protest rallies and demands.

NTUCT also congratulated Dimapur Naga Students’ Union (DNSU) for coming out strongly against the rampant sale of illegal liquor in every nook and corner of Dimapur town and for serving a seven-day deadline for the authority concerned to strongly implement the prohibition law.

Announcing its full support to DNSU for demanding strong implementation of NLTP Act, the union claimed that checking, frisking and raiding for illegal liquor was a regular affair within its jurisdiction. The end result was that many families indulging in this nefarious trade to support their families were either expelled or served last and final warning, it said, adding vehicles used for supplying such contraband were seized and heavy penalties imposed on both the drivers and owners.

The union expressed its gratitude to all stakeholders for coming out strongly to extend manpower support and cooperation. “Our fight against this menace was very successful since we took everyone on board, including national workers,” (Cont’d on p-8) it added.

CFD lauds DNSU, CSOs

Christian Forum Dimapur (CFD) has appreciated the initiative taken by Dimapur Naga Students’ Union (DNSU) and various civil society organisations against the supply of liquor in the State.

In a statement issued by its chairman Rev Moses Murry and secretary Rev Dr CP Anto, the forum also requested the authority concerned to shut down all liquor outlets across the State. CFD urged all rightthinking organisations and people to come forward for the noble initiative of anti-liquor movement, which would eventually reduce violence, social conflicts, law and order issues and crimes. Calling for strengthening the NLTP Act, 1989, the forum lamented that it had been only on paper and not in action.

Over the span of 30 years after it was passed, many civil society organisations and NGOs had been fighting tooth and nail in order to curb the menace of liquor throughout Nagaland.

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of CBSE board exams to be held in affected areas on Wednesday. Deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia said all private and government schools in violence affected areas will continue to be closed on Wednesday.

Shocking visuals showed tear gas being fired and pitched battles between protesters and outnumbered cops in areas like Chandbagh and Bhajanpura. The media also came under attack.

However what is believed to have ignited the spark in Delhi was the inflammatory speech in the form of a warning issued BJP leader Kapil Mishra.

Mohammed Imran, broth-

GUWAHATI, FEB 25 (IANS): Chief Ministers of North Eastern states have reiterated to maintain the funding pattern to 90:10 ratio in all central government sponsored schemes and projects including Smart City projects, officials said on Tuesday.

The demand to revise the funding pattern for all schemes and projects from 50:50 ratio to 90:10 ratio was raised by the chief ministers of NE states in the ongoing three-day Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Conclave 2020 in Guwahati.

The NITI Aayog sponsored three-day event, which began on Monday, was attended by chief ministers, officials from the North Eastern states, DoNER minister, officials from central ministries, experts and academicians, representatives from the civil society and international development organisations.

Tripura chief minister Biplab Kumar Deb has demanded revision of existing 50:50 fund sharing pattern to 90:10 for various schemes and projects like Smart City for the North

er of Mohammad Furkan who was killed in the clash, blamed BJP leader Kapil Mishra’s tweet, giving Delhi Police an ultimatum to clear the streets of protesters that-“till (Trump) is in India, we are leaving the area peacefully…after that, we won’t listen to you (police).”

Delhi Police spokesperson MS Randhawa evaded question on whether action will be taken against Mishra who is accused of making provocative statements. “All these things are under investigation. We will investigate and take action against conspirators,” he said.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah convened a meet-

Eastern states.

Deb also urged NITI Aayog’s support for pursuing central government to sanction more power and sufficient funds to North Eastern Council (NEC) so that each state of the region can get proportionate share of required funding.

The funding pattern of many central gover nment schemes for the special category states including eight North Eastern states was in the ratio of 90:10, where 90 percent of the total expenditure was borne by the central government and 10 percent contributed by the state concerned.

However, in many other schemes including Smart City projects, funding pattern is 50 : 50 ratio. There are 11 states in India clubbed under the special status category - the eight North Eastern states, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand.

Deb also said that the NITI Aayog may also provide active support for simplification of sanctioning procedure for the

ing with Delhi Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal, chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi Police chief Amulya Patnaik and others to address the situation.

The meeting resolved that workers of political parties should join hands to restore peace and peace committees should be reactivated in all localities with representatives of all sections of society, religions and eminent local citizens.

Meanwhile, IPS officer S N Shrivastava has been appointed as the new Delhi Police Special Commissioner (L&O) after the Home ministry repatriated him from the CRPF on Tuesday.

projects taken up under externally aided project (EAP) by reducing the number of clearances required to be obtained from different Ministries in respect of projects taken up in the North Eastern states.

Assam chief minister Sarbananda Sonowal, his Mizoram counterpart Zoramthanga, Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu, Sikkim chief minister Prem Singh Tamang also supported the Tripura chief minister’s demand for 90:10 funding pattern.

Sonowal said: “Guwahati would play a crucial role as it is India’s gateway to Southeast Asia. Together, with NITI Aayog’s support, we would continue our journey in ensuring the prosperity of the region and its people.”

Union Development of North Eastern Region minister Jitendra Singh, NITI Aayog vice-chairman Rajiv Kumar, CEO Amitabh Kant also spoke in the conclave, being held at the Assam Administrative Staff College.

Sekrenyi-cum-mini Hornbill festival begins NEAN threatens ‘no pay, no work’ Correspondent

KOHIMA, FEB 25 (NPN): The three-day Angami Sekrenyi-cum-mini Hornbill festival began at Khuochiezie (Local Ground) Kohima under the theme “Restoring Values”, with chief minister Neiphiu Rio as chief host and Sumi Hoho president Hekhushe Shikhu as honoured guest.

Speaking on the occasion, Shikhu reminded that though there were no written documents; yet oral traditions passed down through generations, point to Sumis being the younger brothers of Angamis. He said there was similarity in lifestyle, culture, language and routes of the migration between the two communities. Based on these, he said Sumis strongly believe in brotherhood among the two and always kept the Angami people close to their hearts as brothers. He there-

Hekhushe inaugurating the stalls at Khuochiezie (Local Ground). (NP)

fore, appealed to members of Sumi community residing in Kohima to live in harmony with the Angamis.

He also remarked that by virtue of geography, the Sumis and Angamis were blessed to be neighbours since time immemorial and over the course of shared history, the two communities faced many challenges together. He said brave men and women from

both the communities fought and died together for nearly a century for Naga nationalism by agreeing to work together on many things though there were disagreements over few things. Nevertheless, Shikhu said the two communities chose to respect each other and would continue to work towards shaping the shared future with unity and brotherhood to prosper together.

DIMAPUR, FEB 25 (NPN): National Health Mission Employees Association (NEAN) has threatened to undertake “total cease work (No Pay No Work)” if the state government failed to release three months’ pending salary from December 2019 to February 2020 on or before March 5, 2020.

In a press release, NEAN president Dr. Shasinlo Magh and general secretary Kewetso Kenye said the association took the decision at an executive meeting held in Dimapur on February 23, regarding non-release of NHM fund resulting in pending salary. NEAN claimed that the state received the first installment from Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on December 24, 2019, for the Financial Year 2019-20, but till date it was lying at the state treasury.

NEAN pointed out that as per letter dated June 7, 2016 from addl. secretary & mission director, NHM to the chief secretary and also letter from director (Finance-NHM) November 2017 to the principal secretary and mission director directed that the funds from the state treasury to state health society (NHM) account must be transferred within 15 (Cont’d on p-8) days of receipt of funds from Centre.

He maintained that the Angami people were one of the most blessed people among the Nagas as God chose Kohima to be the State’s Capital and as the epicentre for growth and progress for entire Naga people.

Shikhu mentioned that there were thousands of Sumis who had left their homes, villages and land and had chosen to live along with the Angamis as proud citizens of Kohima.

He asserted that a Sumi cemetery in the State Capital testified to the fact that Sumis in Kohima were living comfortably with full security, satisfaction and had a strong feeling of belongingness.

He said both communities were emotionally attached with the place and thanked the landowners for providing sufficient space and in making them feel at home.

Further, NEAN said that it had on September 10, 2018 submitted representation to the state chief secretary cum chairman, governing body, state health society, NHM for timely release of fund from state treasury to NHM within 15 days. However, the association lamented that the same trend of delayed fund flow has been observed till date. It said the delay adversely had impacted on the performance of NHM programmes and activities, which in turn has affected the output leading to disincentives, as well, from the Centre. Therefore, NEAN appealed to the state government to release the pending fund as stated.

It also urged that funds should be reserved for remuneration component, at least for a minimum of three months, as and when fund was received for the welfare of the employees so they get their due salary on time. According to NEAN, the delay in release of State Share (10%) has also affected the timely tranche release of fund from Centre to the state.

As regards, the association has appealed to the state government to adhere to the financial norms as mandated by Centre for the smooth functioning and positive outcome of the programme.

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‘Teacher’s Diary’ launched in Kohima

Chief secretary, Temjen Toy launching the “Teacher’s Diary” on February 25 at Kohima. (DIPR) DIMAPUR: Organised by the department of School Education, chief secretary, Temjen Toy launched “teacher’s diary” on February 25 in a programme held at secretariat conference hall, Kohima.

According to DIPR report, speaking at the launching programme, chief secretary, Temjen Toy congratulated the leadership of the Education department for having come out with the idea of teacher’s diary. He was confident that it would be put to good

use not only in monitoring but motivating teachers to work hard.

He mentioned that teaching was a profession that has been tagged as being the noblest profession, and responsible for the future of entire generation.

Toy remarked that some of the best teachers were in Nagaland but the majority were the worst and it was time to come to terms with reality and become clinical. He urged the department to be more clinical in approach whether it be

dealing in rationalization of schools or teachers or other activities and see that all these efforts are paying off.

He further stated that the world was changing and if one does not change with the rest of the world, “we” would be left apart.

He stressed that to change, one must put in dedication and hard work. He also added that no rules and regulations can ensure that it’s the best if teachers are only concerned about their rights and benefits.

Therefore he informed the department to tell the teachers either to perform or perish, as there was no room for complacency and indiscipline.

Principal secretary, School Education, Menukhol John, in his key note address pointed that teacher’s diary is not meant to be a check on the attendance of the teachers alone but also to help in improving their teaching skills and assessment. He added that, teacher’s diary was a small step for teachers to reassess what they have done in the classroom, what they intend to do and who were the students they are teaching and how well they perform.

He further mentioned that the department motto was to give quality education and henceforth urged the teachers to take their teaching profession seriously.

He added that the department was constantly on their toes to see the improvement in the coming years. Welcome note was given by principal director, Shanavas C, while vote of thanks was delivered by mission director, Samagra Shiksha, Kevileno Angami.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2020

RASU objects redeployment of GMS teacher

news in Brief DNEE executive committee meet: Dimapur Nkonjan Ezung Ekhüng (DNEE) has convened its executive meeting on March 3, 2 p.m at the residence of its vice chairman Tsatheo Ezung, Oriental Colony, Dimapur, to discuss regarding the upcoming annual general meeting-cum-fellowship to be held on March 10. All executive committee members, advisors, elders and village representatives have been requested to attend the meeting. Village representatives are informed to collect both yearly membership fee and welfare fund 2019 & 2020 and submit it during the meeting.

office by February 29. Departments have also been requested to submit its annual administrative reports along with soft copies and hi-definition pictures of the past two years. All documents and photographs may be mailed to pda2years@gmail.com by the date mentioned.

DIMAPUR: Ralan Area Students’ Union (RASU) has strongly raised objection to the rationalisation/ redeployment of a graduFree employability training: National ate teacher (English) postcareer service centre for SC/ST and model ed at Government Middle career centre will jointly conduct a free School (GMS) Liphanyan employability training followed by a job fair to GMS Longsa A. at the directorate of Employment, Skill DeIn a press release, velopment & Entrepreneurship, Craftsmen RASU president, ChanBuilding, ITI Complex, Kohima on March penthung, while objecting Govt informs depts: PDA government 2, 10 a.m. Interested candidates with BA/ the redeployment of the will be commemorating it’s completion of BSC/BCOM/BBA/BBM (2017/18 passed teacher along with the post, two years with a thanksgiving programme out) on 2019 and current year degree stuhas questioned the direc- at Dimapur on March 9. A booklet of the dents and not less than 28 years can apply. torate of school education state government’s achievements in the last Training venue and the date of interview will on what ground/basis the two years would be released on the day. All be notified to the applicants who are eligible. rationalisation/redeploy- departments have been directed to submit Interested candidates may report with all ment was made. its achievements reports in soft copies with supporting documents on March 2, 10 a.m.

The union has de- hi-definition pictures along with captions For more information, one may contact at manded that the concerned to the media cell of the chief minister’s 9402004420/9961534866. authorities cancel the deployment of the teacher along with the post. RASU stated that failing to reinstate the teacher would signify that the department have no concern for the student community, as academic sessions have already resumed and shortage of teachers would hamper the students in the long run. The union has sought clarification as to why the VEC Liphanyan was not consulted before the redeployment prior to the rationalisation/redeployMokokchung District Congress Committee (MDCC) public meeting was held at the Hotel ment order.

Metsuben, Monday, to highlight the stand of the Indian National Congress against the

CMHSS orientation programme for teachers

proposed formation of the PAN Naga Hoho, through the Frame Work Agreement, of Naga political settlement (to be solved) with Government of India and the dangers posed to the Naga people CAA. NPCC president, K Therie was the key speaker on February 24. (NP)

MOKOKCHUNG, FEB 25 (NPN): Clark Memorial Higher Secondar y School (CMHSS), Impur, the oldest existing school in Nagaland, begun their QQC (125years) calendar of activities 2020 with an orientation programme for the teachers, sponsored by Society for Health Care, Education & Environment, Monday, at the CMHSS auditorium on February 24.

Speaking on the occasion, executive secretary, ABAM, Dr. Rev. Mar Atsongchanger stated that, having a dream leads to happiness in life and that teaching profession was the best of all dreams. He also added that a teacher always remained a teacher amongst his pupils, throughout his life. Therefore, he urged upon the teachers to live an exemplary life of goodness and responsibility to

DIMAPUR: Aboi Town Students’ Union (ATSU) has expressed disappointment over the absenteeism of government employees posted at Aboi Town resulting in “immense hardship” and inconvenience to the public.

In a press release, ATSU vice president, Wangngam Konyak and general secretary, N Manwoak Konyak stated that while government employees are expected to discharge their assigned duties with utmost sincerity and commitment, it has been reported that

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ATSU over absenteeism; seeks action most of the government offices at Aboi Town remained closed “indefinitely”.

The union claimed that many government employees have not been at their place of posting, which has now become a matter of public concern. In this connection, ATSU has requested the additional deputy commissioner (ADC) Aboi to initiate necessary action to ensure that all government employees are at their place of posting and attend offices regularly.

The union also asked the ADC to implement the fun-

damental guideline of “no work, no pay” at the earliest on priority. Further, ATSU has informed all government employees to immediately report to the station and warned that the union would be conducting surprise inspection and those employees found absent without leave from appropriate authority would “face the wrath of the union”.

The union also cautioned to publish the names of the erring employees in local dailies and demand disciplinary action against them.

NPF minority wing condemns abduction incident

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DIMAPUR: NPF minority wing has condemned “the inhuman act of abduction” of Parimal Ghosh, a renowned businessman, social worker and senior citizen of Dimapur on February 21 and later Moatula. The QQC (125) released later on February 23 night. jubilee will be celebrated A condemnation by NPF minority on November 6, 2020. wing central president, Bishnu Bhattacha-

rjee stated that, this kind of criminal act on innocent 70 years old civilian at the heart of the city should be condemned by every right thinking citizens.

It further appealed to the law enforcing agencies to arrest the culprit at the earliest and award befitting punishment as per law.

Activities undertaken in various districts for BBBP

Visitors to the health mela held at Nsong town on February 24. (DIPR) DIMAPUR: Various activities in regard to Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) programme were undertaken in various districts of the state.

Tening: Additional deputy commissioner Tening, Rhosietho Nguori convened a meeting on Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) with block task force (BFT) at his office chamber, Tening on February 21.

According to DIPR report, Rhosietho Nguori chaired the meeting and highlighted the ongoing programme of Tening subdivision and urged the BFT to take collaborative effort and in convergence with all the stakeholders for successful BBBP mission.

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glao presented the schedule of upcoming events and requested for an open discussion for implementation of various BBBP activities.

House also decided to hold inter-school sports meet and celebration of International Women’s Day 2020 in collaboration with Tening Town Women’s Welfare Organisation.

Meanwhile, Tening block task force under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) organised a one-day health mela at Nsong town led by Tumben P. Tsanglao, EAC on February 24.

According to DIPR report, Tsanglao, who is also in-charge EAC Nsong, imparted training for effective health to the grassroot level through Village Health Committee (VHC). He also

Village eldersa along with EAC on February 25. (DIPR)

directed to monitor new births along with immunisation programme in the villages. Dr. Neilasakuo Linyu, medical officer (MO) and Dr. Nuksang Jamir, MO of Ayush of Community Health Centre (CHC), Tening spoke on the importance of health. Dr. Neilasakuo Linyu who flagged off the mela appealed to the people to be proactive and make use of health workers services. Orientation session for Village Education Committee (VEC) highlighted the empowerment of girls vis- a- vis women.

He also urged the VEC to monitor schools and health care as stakeholders. VHCs from Bamsiakilwa, Lalong, Nchen, Ngaulong, Nsong took part in the orientation programme. Health

counselling and check-up and distribution of medicines were also part of the programme. Lungkuheing Ndang, ICTC counsellor of CHC Tening gave counselling on HIV/AIDS. Ngam village: BBBP was launched by EAC Tumben Tsanglo in Ngam village bordering with Assam and Manipur, under Nsong division of Peren district on February 25.

Tumben Tsanglo held a meeting with village elders and leaders where he emphasized on the importance of education and health. He said that pregnant mothers should feel privileged and has to maintain good health. He said that the most important development was road, school and electrification. Dropout

children should also be brought under control, he added. Interaction and imparting of responsibilities and duties were the highlights of the day long programme.

Chessore town: Beti Bachao Beti Padhao programme at Chessore town was conducted from February 21 to 22, organized by the district administration Tuensang in collaboration with the Mahila Shakti Kendra (MSK), District Level Centre for Women (DLCW) and Sakhi-One Stop Centre (OSC) under BBBP campaign.

Programme was focused on skill development for adolescent girls on the first day and dissemination of awareness for girl child on the second day. Students

Girls taking part in drawing competition.

from Sangto High School, St. Christopher School and Govt. High School Chessore participated in the competition. Activities for competition were essay, drawing and extemporary speech on the topic-girls education, women empowerment and domestic violence respectively. On the second day civil societies from Yimchunger Women Organization Chessore, Chessore Village Students Union, GBs and DBs attended the programme along with the students.

The second day session was led by Niamkoi S district coordinator, MSK Tuensang who also highlighted a very concise introductory on BBBP scheme.

Toking Yimchunger, EAC and SDO (C) in-charge

Chessore appraised the gathering about the background of BBBP and also called upon the gathering, especially the male students, elders and teachers to take the lead to bring about ideological change towards girl child.

Songmao. M, women welfare officer-Mahila Shakti Kendra Tuensang and Herola, case worker Sakhi-One Stop Centre Tuensang conducted the workshop. Altogether around 80 students from different schools participated.

Jalukie town: Orientation programme and block level task force meeting on BBBP was held at ADC conference hall, Jalukie town on Febr uar y 24, chaired by women welfare officer (WWO) DLCW

Peren, Heiriateilei. Presiding over the meeting WWO gave a brief introductory note on BBBP programmes and also informed the house about the ongoing activities as well as the district action plans which were planned to be conducted from March 2 to 8 in all the sub-divisions of Peren district as part of International Women’s Week celebration. Public rally, baby show, youth service and inter-school sports meet were also some of the agenda suggested by the members of the house to be taken up in support of BBBP programmes. An orientation programme & block level task force meeting was also held at ADC Peren conference hall under the chairmanship of ADC Peren, Moa Sangtam.

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WEATHER FORECAST February 26

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala A couple of afternoon showers 26 15

Cooler with a thunderstorm

17 12

Guwahati An afternoon t-storm; cooler

22 15

Aizawl Imphal

A stray afternoon t-storm

19 12

Itanagar Some rain and a thunderstorm 20 14 Shillong

A thunderstorm in the area

14 7

Kohima

A couple of morning showers

14 10

Dimapur A stray afternoon t-storm Mkg

A p.m. t-storm in spots

Tuensang Cloudy with a stray t-shower Wokha

A p.m. t-storm in spots

Zunheboto Cloudy, a t-storm in spots

20 15 15 11 10 7 15 12 12 9

Advisor of Social Welfare, Home Guards & Civil Defence, Noke Wangnao addressing at the inaugural programme.

DIMAPUR: Konyak community centre (KCC), Dimapur was inaugurated by advisor Social Welfare, Home Guards & Civil Defence, Noke Wangnao in the presence of fellow Konyak legislators and dignitaries at East Dimapur Purana Bazar on February 22.

A press release from KCC committee convener K. Yamao Konyak stated that, speaking on the occasion, Wangnao said he was delighted to know that the centre would facilitate the Konyaks in numerous ways. However, he emphasised on proper utilization of funds as this would al-

ways pave way for smooth and fast development of the centre. He also assured to consult with fellow legislators and decide the need to develop the centre.

W. Honje Konyak, briefed the gathering about the concept of the project saying that it was a multipurpose initiative aimed at facilitating the community.

Taking into account the growing population of the community, Honje said the idea germinated in 2015, wherein purchase of land for the purpose was one of the biggest achievements for the Konyaks.

S. Howing, president, Konyak Union, in his

Medical camp held at Saijang village

Dr K Keditsu conducting surgical procedure during the camp.

DIMAPUR: Free medical camp and cervical cancer screening was held in Saijang village, Peren district on February 22.

A press release from the organisers stated that, this was the first time in the history of Saijang village that such a camp has been held. Eighty percent of attendees were from the Athibung circle, Peren district (56% Saijang, 6% Athibung, and 18% fromother villages such as Phaijol, Old & New Chalkot, Phanjang, New Beisumpui, Lilen & Lilen B,

Bunkolong, Songlhuh, Pellhang, New Chamcha, and Inbung), 10% from Jalukie circle (Jalukie, Samzuiram and Kezanglwa), and 10% from Peren, Khelma, Songpu, Narmi, and Moitang.

The camp was organized by the Dr. K & T Keditsu Foundation in collaboration with the Saijang Village Council under Lamhen Thomsong (head GB Saijang village & president of Kuki GB union Ahthibung sub-division), Seihen Sitlhou (council chairman Saijang village), Seijalam

Hangsing (secretary Custom & Culture KIN), and IC Zeliang. It was co-sponsored by KC Angami (class I contractor) and Dr. K & T Keditsu Foundation.

Over 600 patients (300 women, 220 men and 80 children) attended the camp; 60 ultrasound scans, 48 dental procedures, 70 pap smears, diabetes & HIV screening, 40 procedures including minor surgeries and family planning (lap ligation and copper-T insertion) was done. Eight doctors, 10 nurses, 2 OT technicians, 1 laboratory technician, 3 pharmacists, and more than 30 volunteers rendered their services. The medical doctors were Dr. Kezevituo Keditsu (DGO, OBGYN), Dr. Toshevi Sema Keditsu (managing trustee Dr. K &T Foundation), Dr. Neilakuo Kire (MS ortho, spine surgeon) Dr. Keduovinuo Keditsu (MS, MRCS, MCh cancer surgery), Dr. Thejavinuo Keditsu (MD OBGYN), Dr. Keluosenuo Linyu (MD OBGYN), Dr. Thejawelie Chielie (BDS, dental surgeon), and Dr. Theruovizo Linyu.

speech challenged every right thinking individual to be responsible and strive for the development and progress of the society.

Referring to the community centre, he said it was the product of unity amongst people and this trend should go a long way in a civilised society.

During the discussion hour, Yamao, convener, appealed the general public to be more open minded and be generous and none should hesitate to contribute as this project was being initiated for a common cause. He reminded that the Konyak legislators would give a

DBBE training for teachers underway

DIMAPUR: Don Bosco Board Education (DBBE) has organised a six-day training programme from February 25 till March 2 for teachers in the art of counselling students at DBIDL, Don Bosco School.

A press release from DBBE stated that, while speaking at the training programme, Rev Fr Nazarius Lakra, vice provincial, Dimapur province stressed on the urgency of counselors in all the educational institutions. Rev Fr Joseph TT, head of the education commission of Dimapur province delivered a welcome address, while welcome song and cultural items were performed by the staff and students of DB tech, AIDA. Workshop will be training about 130 teachers of the North East and is being conducted in three batches, where a batch of 44 teachers hails from seventeen schools of North East. Rev Fr Paul Raj, director, Niraivagam, Don Bosco institute of psychological services, Chennai is the resource person.

Golden jubilee of PHC Mangmetong village

CMO, Mokokchung, Dr. R Chubala Aier (5th from R) and others. (NP)

Correspondent MOKOKCHUNG, FEB 25 (NPN): Primary health centre (PHC), Mangmetong village, celebrated its golden jubilee on Tuesday, at the centre’s premises, with the attendance of chief medical officer, Mokokchung, Dr R Chubala Aier, Dr. K Tali and MBA pastor Dr. I Lolen Imchen as the key speaker.

Pastor, Mangmetong Baptist Church (MBA), Dr. I Lolen Imchen stated that the establishment of the erstwhile dispensary K Y M C

at Mangmetong village, in the year 1970, had been a major boon for the villagers. He lauded the village health care management committee (HCMC) and the members associated with PHC Mangmetong, of the past and present for the sincere health care catered for the citizens of the village, as well as for the neighbouring villages.

Pastor Lolen, urged upon the people and staff of the PHC to make best use of facilities provided by the government, for a healthy community and up-

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gradation of the centre.

Earlier, the souvenir was released by CMO, Dr. R Chubala Aier, which was initiated by HCMC, chairman.

Short speeches were delivered by Dr. K Tali, Dr. R Chubala Aier and others.

Welcome address was said by MO, Dr. Bendang in the programme chaired

by HE, Bendang. Speaking on the sidelines of the jubilee celebration, the chairman of HCMC, Aripong Imchen said that the PHC Mangmetong has

been able to flourish, due to the philanthropic contributions of the villagers.

He said that a waiting shed, water reservoir and compound RCC carpeting for patients was constructed through donations from villagers, along with doctors set, invertor and computer for the PHC. Apong stated that the village council and the Mangmetong Baptist Church has relegated substantial amounts for the smooth functioning of the PHC, along with the present staff contribution.

genuine thought on it and would be the forerunners in developing the centre for underprivileged students and economically poor people. The committee appreciated the residents of East Dimapur Purana Bazar under the leadership of Hokhuvi Aye chairman and Lukheyi GB for their cooperation.

Those who spoke on the occasion included, E.E Pangteang MLA, Y.M. Yollow MLA, M C Konyak (former minister), L.T. Konyak and Hokhuvi Aye, East Dimapur Purana Bazar.

Earlier in the day, Rev. M. Chemyuh, executive secretary, KBBB dedicated the monolith. Programme was chaired by A Mosa, president, Konyak Union Dimapur. More than one thousand members including ex-MPs, former legislators, NGOs and church leaders from Mon district and in and around Kohima and Dimapur districts attended the programme.

Earlier, invocation was pronounced by Rev. Dr. Pongsing Konyak, welcome address by K. Yamao Konyak, committee convener, Konyak Baptist Church Dimapur choir presented a song and Rev. M. Tonlong, Pastor KBBD pronounced benediction.

DEF Mkg celebrates ‘Raising Day’

T. John Longkumer, DGP inspecting a weapon at the arms display on February 25. (NP)

Correspondent MOKOKCHUNG, FEB 25 (NPN): District Executive Force (DEF) Mokokchung celebrated raising day at the New Reserve Mokokchung on Tuesday, graced by T. John Longkumer, DGP Nagaland as the chief guest.

Speaking at the programme, the DGP lauded the efforts of Mokokchung DEF led by SP and all ranks for successfully organizing the raising day programme. He said that it was a day to remember the sacrifices made, adding that “We salute and remember those martyrs

who laid down their lives for the nation”.

DGP also offered his homage to the family members of the martyrs who were also present at the programme. DGP also highlighted some achievements of the police in the state like tourist police, beat patrolling (on motorcycles), special task force and so on which has been appreciated by all.

He also emphasised on future schemes and programmes for the police force in the state, adding that a focussed effort is being put on family welfare programmes, etc.

Earlier, the chief

guest was given guard of honour and laid wreath at quarter guard new reserve. Welcome address was delivered by Pholosing Sangtam, Dy. SP (R) Mokokchung. Imtimeren addl. SP Mkg gave a brief history of the unit. Vishal, SP Mokokchung delivered a short speech.

Programme also witnessed felicitation of police personnel and acknowledgement of family members of martyrs of the unit. There was also arms display, squad post demo and crime scene demo and a volleyball match between AB and UB personnel of DEF Mokokchung.

Sekrenyi festival celebrated at Medziphema town DIMAPUR: Sekrenyi, the premiere festival of the Angami Nagas was celebrated on February 25 in Medziphema town.

Festival was held at local ground, Medziphema town, where thousands from all walks of life attended, organised by Medziphema Town Mechü Krotho (MTMK) and GBs of Medziphema town.

A press release from MTYO general secretary, Khrielie Iralu and assistant general secretary, Thejangukho Yalietsu stated that, hundreds of members from Medziphema village in traditional attires entered the venue in procession to demonstrate the cultural practices of the Angami Nagas. Akhoto Kuotsu, president, MTMK, chaired the function while Rev. Zhabu Terhüja, pastor, BC ‘A’ MT, invoked God’s blessings and Ningusie Meyase, head GB, highlighted the importance of Sekrenyi festival. He remarked that the festival, also known as “Phousanyi” which literally mean “new body”, is chiefly meant for the male members of

Two elderly women during the Sekrenyi feast at local ground, Medziphema.

the community where the mortal body as well as the soul is believed to be renewed and blessed for the future after completion of rituals.

A choral piece was presented by Medziphema Baptist Khriesarüü Krotho (MBKK) while Salhou Mi-

asalhou & friends rendered a folk song and octogenarian Pfüneinyü Nakhro, former chairman, Medziphema village, delivered greetings and exhorted the mammoth gathering.

Others who spoke during the event included Zhaleo Rio, advisor, Sericulture,

Excise & Minority Affairs and Dr. Kevingulie Khro, former NPF candidate.

Vote of thanks was delivered by Salie Chüsi, GB, Ward-6, whereas Arho Niphi, pastor, Sepruoliezie Baptist Church, Medziphema Town, pronounced the benediction.

IG Assam Rifles visit Sainik School Punglwa

DIMAPUR: Major General Pradeep C Nair, AVSM, YSM, Inspector General (IG) Assam Rifles (North) visited Sainik School Punglwa (SSP), on February 25.

A press release from SSP stated that, on arrival, the general officer was given guard of honour by the senior division NCC cadets of the school. Post reviewing the guard of honour, the general officer was briefed

by Gp Capt Prasun Basu, the principal about the recent development and activities in the school.

General officer an alumnus of Sainik School, National Defence Academy (NDA) and Indian Military Academy (IMA), inaugurated the swimming pool and addressed the cadets and staff. In his address, the general officer touched upon the increased number of Nagaland cadets joining the school and expressed optimism that the trend will continue and more cadets will make to the NDA. Gp Capt Prasun Basu presented the school memento to the general officer as a token of gratitude.

School of Nursing (SON) Dimapur held its 6th lamp lighting and oath taking ceremony at SON District Hospital Dimapur for GNM 1st year students on February 25 at chapel hall. (SON Dimapur)

Pfutsero administration along with Pfutsero town council demolished certain portions of buildings and structures along the Pfutsero to Phek 2-lane road which is being constructed under SARDP-NE on February 25. The demolition drive was done under the supervision of Thungbemo Patton, SDO Civil Pfutsero. SDPO Pfutsero and Pfutsero Town Council members were also present. (DIPR) K Y M C

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Guwahati, Feb 25 (PTI): Peasant leader Akhil Gogoi, arrested under stringent UAPA during anti-CAA protests in Assam, said on Tuesday he will stage a 24hour dharna in the jail from March 1 in protest against the contentious law.

A Special NIA Court on Tuesday extended the judicial remand of Gogoi, adviser of peasant body Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti (KMSS), till March 7.

The organisation’s general secretary Dhairjya Konwar and Bittu Sonowal, president of KMSS students’ wing Satra Mukti Sangram Samiti (SMSS), were also remanded to judicial custody for the same period.

Both were arrested for their alleged roles in violence during anti-CAA protests.

While being produced before the court on Tuesday, Gogoi told journalists that the movement against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) is weakening because people are not united.

“We must be united.

We are facing problems because we are not united.

From March 1, I will sit on a 24-hour dharna in the jail against CAA and for strengthening the movement,” Gogoi said.

He has been lodged in the Guwahati Central Prison.

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Akhil Gogoi to be defeated in the 2021 Assembly elections in the state, “we must create an alternative force”.

Gogoi, also an RTI activist, has been in judicial custody since December 26.

He had mobilised public protests against the CAA across several districts in Upper Assam before his arrest on December 12.

His colleagues were taken into custody the next day.

Assam Police had registered an FIR against Gogoi under sections of the IPC and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act on December 13 and the case was handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) the next day.

Konwar and Sonowal’s cases were also handed over to the agency.

Various organisations, including the Congress, the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) and the Asom Jatiyatabadi Yuva Chhatra Parishad (AJYCP) have been demanding the immediate release of Gogoi.

IMPHAL, Feb 25: Manipur education minister Th Radheshyam on Tuesday defended oppositions’ criticism on some of the questions asked in the political science paper of Class XII being conducting by the Council of Higher Secondary Education Manipur (COHSEM).

“Draw the election symbol of the Bharatiya Janata Party” and “Examine any four negative traits of Nehru’s approach to Nation Building” were the questions asked in the recently conducted political science paper of Class XII. During the question hour of the house of the state Assembly in the ongoing budget, opposition member O Surajkumar of Congress asked if there was any consideration to award grace marks for these questions.

He demanded that students must be given grace marks as the two questions would hard to award marks by the evaluators. He asked how evaluators would award the marks for drawing the election symbol of BJP. Whether the evaluator is going to give more mark to the students who can draw the symbol nicely and what about the students, who lacked drawing skill, he asked.

He further questioned

the motive behind the question- “Examine any four negative traits of Nehru’s approach to Nation Building”.

Education minister Th Radheshyam who did not reply the first question exactly said the questions were within the syllabus and there was nothing wrong on the part of the question setters setting the question.

He said that as it is part of the syllabus, question setters can ask election symbol of a political parties, adding that symbols of other parties can be asked in the following year.

On the second question, the minister said no one is perfect and asking such a question will help rectify the mistake the nation had committed in the past in nation building.

Mention may be made that the two questions have sparked a row when the same went viral in social media and attracted criticism. Earlier, Congress legislature and spokesperson of Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee Kh Joykishan had alleged that such questions were an attempt to instil a certain kind of political mindset among students.

He stressed the need to look into the rationale behind such questions and the syllabus from which they were taken even as COHSEM chairman L Mahendra Singh had clarified

that the questions were set from the ‘Party System in India’ chapter, which is a part of the political science syllabus.

Meanwhile, on the eighth day of the ongoing budget session of the Manipur Legislative Assembly, education minister Th Radheshyam said that his department was practicing amalgamating of government schools from time to time to bring efficiency in teacher-student ratio and increase the enrolment of students in government schools. He was replying to a question raised by opposition MLA K Meghachandra Singh of Congress.

He said that no question of violation of Right to Education (RTE) Act 2009 arose in amalgamating schools as the sole purpose was to bring good and quality education scenario in the state.

Radheshyam further informed the house that recruitment processes of teachers in his department was being done in accordance with the guidelines of the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).

He further informed the house that the department has initiated drafting of a new education policy in the state, and a consultative meeting was held on July 19 last year with all stakeholders.

Meghalaya CM to meet Assam counterpart on boundary dispute Correspondent Shillong, Feb 25: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma is expected to hold talks with his Assam counterpart Sarbananda Sonowal on the vexed boundary dispute sometime in the last week of March following border skirmishes at Umwali area of Langpih.

Leader of Opposition in the Meghalaya Assembly, Dr Mukul Sangma said both the state governments should be responsive to the prevailing situation and engage in bilateral discussion to ultimately find solution.

The proposed talks, which is likely to be held to be held after the Meghalaya budget session culminates on March 26, is significant in the wake of the growing tension in Langpih, one of the 12 disputed area

between the two neighbouring states.

“I have spoken to Sonowal a couple of times.

I have informed him about different situations that took place and mentioned again that the status quo should be maintained and he (Sonowal) also stressed on the point that it is important that the two of us meet,” Conrad said.

“He (Sonowal) has also expressed his desire to meet at the earliest so we basically are having the budget session that is going to come up very soon, so whatever the meeting takes place will be done after the budget session,” he added.

On the recent border skirmishes at Umwali area of Langpih in West Khasi Hills area, Sangma said that the situation in the area is now under control. “… but of course there

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is tension because it is a sensitive issue but let me assure the people in the area as well as the state as a whole that the state government, including myself and the home minister, have been on this continuously for the past few days and watching and monitoring the situation almost on an hourly basis,” Conrad said.

The last time the chief ministers of both the states met was on April 1, 2017 when the then Meghalaya chief minister, Mukul Sangma met his Assam counterpart Sonowal in Guwahati.

“It may be difficult to find immediate solution but then that engagement must be there and refresh what has been agreed upon in the past,” Mukul said.

Alleging that Assam is

“not committed” to resolve the vexed boundary dispute, the Leader of Opposition in Meghalaya Assembly, said, “ The documents we submitted in 2012 to reinforce our claim to the areas are very strong. It took time for the state government then to compile all those material to document.”

The veteran Congress leader said that he has also urged his counterpart in Assam to involve all political parties to resolve the vexed issue. Langpih a disputed area between the two states, about 140 km from Shillong and 60 km from Assam’s capital Dispur.

The 12 areas of dispute between the two states include include Block 1 and II , Upper Tarabari, Gizang reserve forest, Hahim, Langpih, Borduar, Bokla-

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The Losami Baptist Church (LBC) express its profound gratitude to the Chakhesang Wrestling Association (CWA) for extending the pleasure to host its 27th CWA Tournament held at Phek Town on 18th & 19th Feb. 2020. The LBC also extend its gratitude to the Phek Area Wrestling Association for cooperation and support towards LBC for hosting the CWA. The LBC while complimenting the full house crowd for contributing towards LBC new Church Building funds. We also thank our neighboring villages for extending material support hence we pray Almighty God to bless them all in return.

While congratulating all the CWA winners, we the LBC convey our prayer support and wish them all the best during tourney of Naga Wrestling Association.

(Mr. KEDUKHAHI AKAMI) Chairman, Finance Committee, Losami Baptist Church K-535

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DECLARATION OF ACTUAL NAME I, Smti. ATOHOLI T, D/o TONIHO permanent resident of YEZAMI VILLAGE, and presently residing at SOUTH POINT (WEST) COLONY, DISTRICT ZUNHEBOTO, NAGALAND do hereby solemnly affirm and declare 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 father's actual name is TONIHO which is recorded in all my official documents, but in my matric admit card bearing Roll No. 1380655 my father's name was inadvertently recorded as TOVIHO which in incorrect.

3. That from the date of this declaration, my father's name shall be rectified as TONIHO for all official purpose, legal proceedings and at all times and occasions.

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

DEPONENT Solemnly affirm and declared before me by the deponent on this 12 day of 02 2020 at Zunheboto : Nagaland Regd. No. 017/20 1st CLASS MAGISTRATE/NOTARY PUBLIC Date : 12/02/2020 ZUNHEBOTO : NAGALAND

Hello Jendi, Happy birthday Jendi today is the day u were brought into this world to be a blessing for our familys may GOD bless you.

From Mom, dad, and brother

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KUKI G.Bs UNION AHTHIBUNG SUB-DIVISION PEREN : NAGALAND

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We, the under mentioned names & designation would like to appreciate and express our gratitude on behalf of Kuki GBs Union Ahthibung Sub-Division, District Peren, Nagaland to Shri. K.C. Angami and Dr. K & T Keditsu Foundation, who sponsored the Free Medical Camp at Saijang Village on 22nd Feb 2020 (Saturday) which covered the entire subdivision Ahthibung and its surrounding villages and town. We really appreciate and express our gratitude thata. 542 patients were treated and given free medicines b. 203 patients underwent free ultrasound scan c. Free dental procedures done d. Free minor operations done e. Along with 8 (eight) Specialist Doctors attended Till date, we have had no medical camp like today by Health Department or MLAs & Ministers.

We have nothing to give in return but we pray to God to bless abundantly the sponsors and their families, doctors, nurses who dedicated their duties to poor people who cannot even afford for taxi and bus fares to reach dispensaries, sub-centres and CHC. 1. SEIJALAM HANGSING, Secy., Custom & Culture KIN 2. LAMHEN SINGSIT, Chairman, Kuki GBs Union Ahthibung, Sub-division, District Peren Nagaland 3. SEIHEN SITLHOU, Chairman, Village Council Saijang K-539

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IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT AND SESSIONS JUDGE TUENSANG : NAGALAND

Whereas Mrs. T. Elzebeth Yimchunger, wife of Late Mr. Asoba Zungkum, resident of Shamator Town has applied for issue of Succession Certificate to operate/draw/transfer/withdraw the debts & security in respect of Her Late husband, who expired on 07/12/2019.

Now therefore, the public are hereby asked to file claims/objection if any within 30 (thirty) days from the date of publish of this notice.

para, Nongwah-Matamur, Khanapara-Pillangkata, Deshdemoreah, KhanduliPsiar and Ratacherra. These disputed areas are under West Khasi Hills, Jaintia Hills and Ri Bhoi districts of Meghalaya.

T h e D i m a p u r J a p u S e n s o Te l o n g j e m congratulates Shri. Temjen Imna Along, Minister of Higher and Technical Education and Tribal Affairs, Government of Nagaland for being honoured with the "Leadership Award for Exemplary Work in the field of Education and Tribal Affairs" during the 17th World Education Summit in Hyderabad on 22nd Feb. 2020.

We are proud of his achievements for bringing pride and laurels to the Japu community and the Nagas in general. May the Lord's wisdom and glory be reflected upon him and lead him to even greater heights as he continues to serve the people and the nation.

Wishing him the very best in his future endeavours.

(Kari Ao) (Akumsashi) President Secretary DJST DJST

The BJP, Mokokchung District heartily congratulates Shri. Temjen Imna Along Longkumer, Hon’ble Minister for Higher & Technical Education and Tribal Affairs, who is also the Hon’ble President of BJP Nagaland State for receiving the prestigious Leadership Award for Exemplary Work in the field of Education and Tribal Affairs during the 16th World Education Summit held in Hyderabad from February 21-22, 2020.

The entire BJP karyakartas in Mokokchung district express heartfelt gratitude to the organizers of the World Education Summit in recognizing the immense talent, intellect, and dynamic leadership of Shri. Imna Along Longkumer, who is considered as one of the most visionary young leaders in Nagaland and the country.

This ‘Leadership Award’ is well-deserved and timely as Shri. Imna Along Longkumer has been working tireless for the welfare and development of the Naga people and Nagaland state. Moreover, as the President of the BJP Nagaland state, he has been steering the BJP in the right direction thereby strengthening the party to become more popular and stronger in Nagaland state.

We hope that this Leadership Award would encourage our leader Shri.

Imna Along Longkumer to achieve greater heights and even inspire others to work even harder for the peace, progress and prosperity in our state. May God bless our leader and BJP Nagaland state.

(IMOLEMBA JAMIR) (S. MOA IMSONG) President General Secretary BJP, Mokokchung District BJP, Mokokchung District

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Itanagar, Feb 25 (PTI): Arunachal Pradesh civil aviation minister Nakap Nalo on Tuesday urged the Airport Authority of India (AAI) to put in efforts to complete the greenfield airport at Hollongi within the targeted time frame.

Chairing a meeting with AAI officials and representatives of the Dinesh Chandra R Agarwal Infracon Pvt Ltd, the Ahmedabad-based firm engaged to construct the project, Nalo assured them to extend all possible help in completing the airport.

The minister asked the construction firm and the Airport Authority of India to coordinate with the state government departments for the smooth execution of the project, a statement said.

The representatives of the firm informed the minister about the approach road to the project site which is not suitable for movement of heavy machinery besides shifting of high and low tension electric lines passing through the project site at the earliest for construction work to begin.

Nalo, assured to shift the electric line by May this year and construction of the approach road on top priority, the statement added.

The contract for construction of the airport project has been awarded to Dinesh Chandra R Agarwal Infracon Pvt Ltd recently through a tender process. The work once awarded has to be completed within a period of 30 months.

After physical completion of the work, the firm shall enter in supplementary agreements with the Airport Authority of India for operation and maintenance for a period of seven years, including two years of Defect Liability Period (DLP).

The tender process for the terminal building of the airport is also in the pipeline. The foundation stone of the Hollongi Airport was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 9 last year.

legislative and administrative safeguards to protect, preserve and promote the cultural, social and linguistic identity and heritage of the Assamese people.

The committee has proposed 1951 as the cut-off year for implementing the Inner Line Permit (ILP) in the state.

The ILP, a mechanism to control the entry of outsiders into the state, has been implemented in the states of Nagaland, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh. It was also introduced in Manipur in the wake of protests over the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act that was introduced recently.

According to sources, the high-level committee has recommended that those residing in Assam since 1951, and their descendants, are to be considered as the indigenous people of the state. The Union Home Ministry set up the panel to

examine the effectiveness of actions taken since 1985 to implement Clause 6 of the Assam Accord, and suggest measures.

The Union Home Ministry had in January last year announced formation of the high-level committee headed by retired Union Secretary M.P. Bezbaruah, but the move came a cropper with six of the nine members refusing to take part.

The Centre then reconstituted the panel with 14 members in July last year, naming Sharma as the chairman.

According to ministry sources, apart from 67 per cent reservation for indigenous people of the state, the committee has also suggested reservation in terms of legislative and Lok Sabha seats for them.

The Assam Accord of 1985 was signed after the north-eastern state witnessed a six-year-long violent movement from 1979 to 1985 seeking detection and deportation of illegal Bangladeshis.

The movement finally led to the accord between the Centre and leaders of the agitation belonging to the All Assam Students Union and the All Assam Gana Sangram Parishad in the presence of then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.

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Guwahati, Feb 25 (IANS): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday along with his entire cabinet received the report of the high-level committee formed to review and suggest measures for implementation of Clause six of 1985 Assam accord.

Committee chairperson retired justice of Gauhati High Court B.K. Sharma handed a copy of the report to the chief minister in the presence of a majority of the panel members.

State finance and education minister Himanta Biswa Sarma later said Sonowal would forward the report to union home minister Amit Shah either Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning.

However, three All Assam Students Union (AASU) leaders - general secretary Lurinjyoti Gogoi, president Dipanka Kumar Nath and Chief Advisor Samujjal Bhattacharya skipped the programme.

Earlier, Gogoi said that the 14-member panel had handed over its report in a sealed cover to state Chief Secretary Sanjay Krishna through the Assam Accord Implementation Department.

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Delhi violence: SC to hear plea today

Smoke billows from Gokalpuri neighbourhood during clashes between those against and supporting the Citizenship (Amendment) Act in East Delhi, Tuesday. (PTI)

New Delhi, Feb 25 (PTI): The Supreme Court Tuesday agreed to hear an application, filed by former Chief Information Commissioner Wajahat Habibullah and others, seeking direction to the police to lodge FIRs on the complaints regarding the ongoing violence in Delhi over the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).

The application was mentioned for urgent listing before a bench of Justices S K Kaul and K M Joseph, which said it would be heard on Wednesday.

The death toll rose to

nine on Tuesday in the violence over the amended citizenship law that has rocked northeast Delhi.

The bench is already scheduled to hear two pleas seeking removal of protestors from Shaheen Bagh, the epicentre of agitation against the CAA for over two months.

The fresh application, filed by Habibullah, Bhim Army chief Chandrashekhar Azad and social activist Bahadur Abbas Naqvi, has also sought direction to the authorities to provide adequate security and ensure

safety of women protestors at Shaheen Bagh and other places in the national capital.

They have already filed an intervention application in the top court in the pending plea seeking removal of protestors from Shaheen Bagh.

In their fresh application, they have alleged that on February 23, “Kapil Mishra, who is known for making speeches to instigate crowds with violence and vandalism, carried out a proCAA rally next to the Maujpur-Babarpur metro station

which is 2 km away from peaceful protests that were going on at Jaffrabad”.

Referring to media report, the application alleged that Mishra first gathered supporters near the Maujpur-Babarpur metro station and in an “orchestrated move”, he left the place after having incited the crowd, after which violence erupted in Jaffrabad and the peaceful protestors were forced to run for safety.

It alleged that the persons who were hurt in the attack on February 23, had filed complaints with the police but no action was taken against the perpetrators of violence.

“Open threats are now been given to the protestors at Shaheen Bagh that they will meet the same fate as meted out to the peaceful women protestors at Jaffrabad, Chand Bagh. It is therefore imperative that appropriate orders are passed to put a stop to this violence on peaceful protestors and the guilty are brought to book,” the application, settled by advocate Mehmood Pracha, alleged.

It claimed that violence has escalated through the day with “horrific incidents of violence and arson” but the police has refused to lodge FIRs against the attackers.

5 Delhi LG lays wreath on slain Delhi HC seeks report from police on attack on Jamia students police constable Ratan Lal

Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik (R) and other police officers carry the mortal remains of police inspector Ratan Lal at Shadeed Smarak Sthal, in New Delhi, Tuesday. (PTI)

New Delhi, Feb 25 (PTI): Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal led the wreath-laying ceremony organised here on Tuesday to pay tributes to head constable Ratan Lal who lost his life during communal clashes in northeast Delhi.

Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai and Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik also paid their respect to the slain policeman along with a host of other police officials here at the Shaheed Smarak Sthal, New Police Lines.

“Ratan Lal’s martyrdom is a huge loss to Delhi Police and the nation in whole. I, on behalf of the Delhi police, want to say

Court grants bail to accused in Pulwama attack conspiracy New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS): A Delhi court has granted bail to an accused in the Pulwama attack conspiracy case after the National Investigating Agency (NIA) failed to file the chargesheet within the prescribed period. Special NIA Judge Parveen Singh, in an order pronounced on February 18, observed that accused Yusuf Chopan is entitled to statutory bail.

The bail was granted after Chopan’s counsel apprised the court that his client is in custody since the last 180 days and the time for filing chargesheet has elapsed.

The accused has been asked to furnish a personal bond of Rs 50,000 with one surety of like amount. Inter alia,

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year, protests in the area against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) turned violent. Four DTC buses, 100 private vehicles and 10 police bikes were damaged.

Police had said that they entered the campus while chasing the violent protesters who had taken shelter there, but the students had alleged they were brutally beaten up by the cops.

The court was hearing a plea filed by All India Students’ Association (AISA) secretary Chandan Kumar.

The petitioner has sought a court-monitored probe alleging that the investigating agency was shielding police personnel who had “wreaked havoc” on the varsity’s premises.

The Left-leaning student outfit’s leader has been named as an accused in the case.

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he has also been directed to join the investigation as and when called. He has been directed not to commit any similar offence, tamper with evidence, make any inducement, threat or promise to any person acquainted with the facts of the case.

Forty CRPF personnel, travelling in a convoy on the Jammu-Srinagar highway in Pulwama district, were killed on February 14 last year when a suicide bomber rammed a car loaded with explosives into a CRPF bus in Awantipora’s Goripura.

Following the attack, banned terror outfit Jaishe-Mohammed claimed responsibility and even released a video of the purported attacker.

VACANCY FOR TEACHERS

Walk in interview will be conducted on 21 March 2020 at ARTC&S (3 Mile), Dimapur to fill up the following vacancies in Assam Rifles Public School (High), Dimapur (3 Mile, Kohima Road):Post Vacancies Qualification (i) Post Graduate from recognized university.

Principal 01 (ii) M.Ed/B.Ed (iii) 05 Years Teaching Experience.

TGT (Science) 03 (i) Graduate in respective subject TGT (Maths) 02 (Post Graduate will be preferred) TGT (Hindi) 02 (ii) Mandatory B.Ed from recog university.

TGT (English) 02 (i) Graduation.

PRT 04 (ii) B.Ed/JBT/ETT/Similar qualification (i) Graduate or ten years service as a clerk (for Ex-servicemen/ AR) (ii) Computer literate.

Clerk 01 (iii) Typing with minimum speed of 40 WPM. (iv) Knowledge of Computer MS Office (speed 8000 key depression per hour) (v) Basic knowledge of accounting.

2. Candidates who are willing to work in Assam Rifles Public School (High), Dimapur only to apply. Application with mobile number of the candidates and copy of Aadhaar card must be submitted by hand on or before 20 March 2020 on the following address:OIC Assam Rifles Public School (High), Dimapur ARTC & S 3 Miles, Kohima Road Dimapur (Nagaland) PIN : 797115 3. For any queries, please contact 7652061630 (School NCO) or email at arpsartc122@ gmail.com.

4. All expenses will be borne by the candidates themselves.

5. Pay and perks will be as per prevailing scales in comparable institutions. Deserving candidates will be considered for higher pay scales.

Note : All candidates are required to carry PAN Card/UD or any other valid Identity Card for written exam.

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Bihar Assembly witnesses uproar over NPR, NRC Patna, Feb 25 (IANS): The second day of the budget session of the Bihar Legislative Assembly witnessed ruckus as the members of the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and Opposition parties indulged in a heated debate over issues such as NPR and NRC, forcing the Speaker to adjourn the House for 15 minutes.

As soon as the proceedings of the Assembly started, Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav accused Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of misleading the people on National Population Register (NPR).

Terming the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and NPR “black laws”, he said that the new constitutional Acts are dividing the country. The ruling MLAs created a ruckus over his statement.

“The opposition is trying to defame the country’s Constitution. This cannot be tolerated,” members of the ruling NDA alleged.

The house was adjourned for 15 minutes amid uproar. Following the adjournment, Tejashwi told reporters, “The government has issued the NPR notification whereas the Chief Minister is saying that the NPR will happen on the basis of how it was conducted in 2010. They should clarify that the NPR will take place as per the 2010 rule,” Tejashwi said.

that we in this time of grief stand in solidarity with the bereaved family,” Patnaik said.

Ratan Lal (42), a head constable attached to the office of the ACP Gokalpuri, died after he sustained injuries during stone-pelting at Chand Bagh. He is survived by his wife and three children.

According to police, his body will be now taken to his hometown Sikar in Rajasthan where his last rites will be performed.

Ten people, including the policeman, have been killed in the violence over the amended citizenship law that has rocked northeast Delhi.

New Delhi, Feb 25 (PTI): A court here on Tuesday directed the Delhi police to submit a specific status report on the alleged police attacks on students inside the campus of Jamia Millia Islamia University during protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act on December 15 last year.

Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Gurmohina Kaur asked the investigating officer to file the report

by March 20.

The court also directed the police to come with their case diary on the next date of hearing to show what investigation has been done against the personnel who had allegedly barged into the university campus and lathi-charged the students. The case is being investigated by the Delhi Police’s Crime Branch.

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The do-able for progress

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gainst the backdrop of serious alleged irregularities under various government departments which have been highlighted through various reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India in Nagaland, the state government is obligated to make public the facts. One of the most glaring instances as per the CAG report tabled in the recently concluded budget session of the 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly pertained to non-submission of Utilization Certificates (UCs) where the figure cited was 225 cases as on March 2018 involving projects estimated at Rs. 865.30 crore. The state government may have its side of the story and so it requires two sides to tell a story. However, there is no denying the fact that over the decades, the irregularities and various allegations of corruption continue to play on.

These issues would have been discussed in depth on the floor of the house during sessions with the objective analysis and suitable recommendations for effecting good governance. Such CAG reports tabled in the house are important subjects which should be accorded due importance. If there is no accountability then the very focus of service to the people lose its meaning. Also, if there arises any attempt to brush them under the carpet with comparisons of past irregularities, then this is what has been evident- that no one takes such reports seriously anymore. It is laudable that Nagaland has its own Lokayutka and perhaps such issues could also come under scanner.

Recently,the state governor has urged the state chief secretary to register cases against three officials of a particular department who had earlier been served with show cause notices for alleged irregularities. As per the letter to the chief secretary from the Raj Bhavan secretariat, the Governor had taken cognisance of the show cause notices and deemed it appropriate for the government to file corruption cases against the erring officials. The message being sent by the Governor is clear- that corruption will no longer be tolerated and that it is no longer business as usual. Since the Governor, has drawn his attention on the matter, it is also hoped he will seek appropriate response from his government over various allegations. The business of looting, cheating and defrauding within the government system has to be cleansed as the scourge of corruption has degraded and devastated the state.

On the issue of government spending for development projects, there is also a need to review what is needed and not what politicians want. The state today is in financial crisis with an estimated deficit of Rs. 2358.81 crore by the end of the current 2020-21 financial year.

How the government plans to make up the deficit is for the planners to address. Every political party that comes to power has one agenda- only to spend in the name of development but sadly, vital infrastructures such as road, power, water, agriculture, health and education services etc. remain as dismal. The culture of making money by looting , appointing near and dear ones or supporters to government posts through backdoor or to bring projects to one’s own constituency, despite being unviable, have to be curbed. That is one reason why the entire state continues to suffer since justice has been given the goby due to political pressures. If the people and their leaders want genuine economic development, then they must get rid of the khushi-khushi syndrome, once and for all.

DailyDevotion The Destitution of Service

…though the more abundantly I love you, the less I am loved. —2 Corinthians 12:15 Natural human love expects something in return. But Paul is saying, “It doesn’t really matter to me whether you love me or not. I am willing to be completely destitute anyway; willing to be povertystricken, not just for your sakes, but also that I may be able to get you to God.” “For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor…” (2 Corinthians 8:9). And Paul’s idea of service was the same as our Lord’s. He did not care how high the cost was to himself— he would gladly pay it. It was a joyful thing to Paul. The institutional church’s idea of a servant of God is not at all like Jesus Christ’s idea. His idea is that we serve Him by being the servants of others.

Jesus Christ actually “out-socialized” the socialists.

He said that in His kingdom the greatest one would be the servant of all (see Matthew 23:11). The real test of a saint is not one’s willingness to preach the gospel, but one’s willingness to do something like washing the disciples’ feet— that is, being willing to do those things that seem unimportant in human estimation but count as everything to God. It was Paul’s delight to spend his life for God’s interests in other people, and he did not care what it cost. But before we will serve, we stop to ponder our personal and financial concerns— “What if God wants me to go over there? And what about my salary? What is the climate like there? Who will take care of me?

A person must consider all these things.” All that is an indication that we have reservations about serving God. But the apostle Paul had no conditions or reservations. Paul focused his life on Jesus Christ’s idea of a New Testament saint; that is, not one who merely proclaims the gospel, but one who becomes broken bread and poured-out wine in the hands of Jesus Christ for the sake of others.

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Just because a man lacks the use of his eyes doesn’t mean he lacks vision. ~ Stevie Wonder

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Post-mortem

We are caught in a bookish debate

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olitics, nationhood and governance are all about people -theories of these concepts are however, drowning the reality of their substance in a sea of words. ‘Right is the new centre’, ‘Are we secular?’ and ‘India is threatened by majoritarianism’ are the kind of prime movers of public discourse that significantly have been pushed up by the opposition right since the advent of the Modi regime in 2014. In the interest of international order, geographical units are recognised as ‘nations’ whose internal management might be scrutinised by the world opinion merely but whose external conduct was subject to a more definitive international law -- in both planes the evaluation of where a nation stands is people- centric.

The base of nationhood is the convergence of the citizens on the sense of belonging to the land, shared interests for the future and pride in the nation’s history. International conventions guide the conduct of nations in war and peace though by the very nature of things they would not be effective beyond a point. Democracy based on ‘one man one vote’ is rated as the ideal form of domestic governance and India clearly falls in that slot. The opposition here -- being not in a position to question the democratic legitimacy of the Modi government

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-- has lost no time in deprecating it for its alleged ‘right extremism’, lack of ‘secular’ credentials and drift towards ‘majoritarianism’.

Politically untainted thinking citizens must try to clear the confusion that had been allowed to envelop around the unsuspecting public on these slogans. Indian voters, as their history shows, are, left to themselves, capable of ousting entrenched regimes and combating a repressive emergency at home.

They brought in a regime change in 2014 believing in the potential of Narendra Modi for providing a clean and effective rule. They subsequently put many BJP-led state governments on the leash -- on an evaluation of performance -- but consciously endorsed Modi even more forcefully in 2019 for his work and integrity as also devotion to national security, particularly when it came to the issue of Pak-sponsored terror.

The opposition banking heavily on the minority’s support and the so-called ‘liberal’ lobby -- that disliked any play of ‘nationalism’ in the country’s governance -stepped up criticism of Modi as the harbinger of the ‘ultra right’ who had deviated from ‘secularism’ in pushing ahead with a reform like ban on ‘triple talaq’, allegedly facilitated the rise of

Hindu ‘majoritarianism’ and shown ‘intolerance’ of any political opposition to his policies. The CAA, passed by Parliament, has been clutched at by antiModi forces to present it as evidence of the regime’s pro-Hindu, anti-minority and ‘ultra- nationalistic’ disposition.

The opposition has taken to agitational politics around CAA by slipping in the fear of NRC in the minds of Muslims -- as this is more handy than taking on the Modi government only on issues of performance at home.

The striking victory of AAP in Delhi assembly poll, meanwhile, reminds all stakeholders of Indian politics that a positive connectivity with voters is what ultimately matters in a democracy.

Coming back to the theoretical narrative of the anti-Modi campaign -- that does not seem to impact the thinking of common Indians -- the bookish debate on whether India was heading towards ‘far right’ under Modi takes the cake. The terminology of Left and Right for a regime originally denoted a concentration of power being there with the people or the State respectively but in the Cold War era it marked the opposite economic ideologies of Communism and Capitalism that went with the two rival Super Powers -- USSR and US. In Communism, the State, though working in the name of

the proletariat, enjoyed total economic control whereas the Capitalist State worked on free market and unfettered choices for its people. Ironically, it is the reaction to socialist ideology that created in US a school of thought favouring the supremacy of nationalists in running the state in the face of rising ‘liberalism’.

The Far Right, however, was not the same as Fascism that believed in racial supremacy. None of these terms borrowed from the West, define the democratic state of India that granted universal franchise and acknowledged rule by the elected majority in a scenario of multiplicity of castes, communities and regional groups. The elected political executive that exercised sovereign powers of the nation did not have any denominational stamp and the Constitutional scheme of governance defined the federal set-up of India so clearly that the character of the State here could never be altered.

The two instruments of secular governance -development of all and equal protection of law for all -- have kept the Modi regime firmly on the democratic path. If any case of communally inspired violence was reported, it had to be promptly dealt with by the state government concerned on a tough note since law and order was a state subject. The parties in the opposition today had

traditionally banked heavily on the minority votes and had in the process created a political scene in which any reference to the fact that demographically India was a Hindu majority country, was considered a violation of secularism.

The reality of political divisions of Hindus on caste and regional lines made the minority card look very attractive to these parties.

Like any other government before, the BJP- led dispensation, however, would be judged by the people on the yardsticks of performance in areas of both development and security. Congress, the main opposition at the Centre, still believes that the Modi government could be discredited by branding it as pro-Hindu and playing up minority sentiments of Muslims -- more than on anything else. The backlash of protests against CAA -- at Shaheen Bagh and elsewhere -- got many more non-Muslim voters favouring BJP in Delhi assembly election even as AAP got the numbers because of its better appeal to the common man of the capital on local issues. It might be prudent for the Modi government to indicate that whenever the NRC project is taken up in future, the processes for it would maintain the humane angle. The Indian ethos is in favour of doing things that were morally correct.

The national level image of Prime Minister

Modi can keep him going and the pro-minority campaign of the opposition, if it is hyped further, will only turn more and more Hindus in BJP’s favour adding to the strength of the ruling party in future democratic contests.

However, it has to be remembered by any regime in India, that even though wealth generation required special facilities being given to entrepreneurs and investors, high growth here had to go with welfare initiatives since large chunks of the population needed support of the state before they could secure sustainable livelihood on their own.

Measures of the Capitalist right must therefore combine with discreet schemes of providing financial props to the unemployed and the poor -- by way of free education, health, food and skilling for the young. There is no ‘ideology’ of governance for India except for a commitment of the State to work for the enrichment of every citizen and strengthening of national unity against the country’s enemies -- external or those within its boundaries. Any disparaging of nationalism will only hurt the cause of those who indulged in this and give the BJP a further political boost.

Success of people-related initiatives is going to be the main arbiter of political fortunes. This is good news for India.

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Prohibition: A curse upon Nagaland

he purpose of this essay is to spread awareness among the people of Nagaland.

But I address three entities in particular, namely, the proponents of liquor prohibition, especially those in the Nagaland Baptist Church Council and other Church bodies, who advocate it, the Legislators of the Nagaland State Assembly and the Executive of the Dimapur Naga Students’ Union.

To the advocates of prohibition I categorically state, “At no time nor anywhere in the world has banning the open sale of liquor ever been even remotely successful.” It is a fact that the only thing prohibition achieves is the establishment of organised crime.

The American experiment with prohibition should stand as a lesson to all of mankind. Prohibition created the environment for the American Mafia to flourish. The ruthlessness of the Sicilians saw the Mafia grow from small, ragtag, disparate gangs; involved in neighbourhood extortion, prostitution and gambling, into a well oiled and organised machine, with tentacles across America and into all strata of American Society.

The same is taking place in Nagaland. A syndicate of bootleggers has taken over the business of supplying liquor to “Dry” Nagaland. An illegal industry, worth thousands of crores of rupees, has emerged to take care of the business of supplying, transporting and selling liquor in Nagaland.

It is not the Excise Department alone that has been compromised; the police, from the office of the Commissioner/ Superintendent to the local thanas to the patrolling parties, the District Administration, colony councils and gaonburas; all

have either been bought or cowed into silence by the money and power of the bootleggers. And the icing on the cake are the various “Financial Freedom Fighters’ who, under the banner, “Nagaland for Christ”, demand an astronomical cash deposit and monthly/ yearly payments from any and all who wish to sell liquor. And what about the shop licenses issued by the Municipal Councils, especially the Dimapur Municipal Council? What category do shops selling liquor and bottled water fall under? What category does a restaurant, openly selling liquor and blasting loud music until the wee hours of the morning, fall under?

As a recovering addict and alcoholic, I know first hand the result of prohibition. Prohibition does not stop a social drinker or an alcoholic from drinking; it only makes the liquor more expensive and a little more difficult to procure. All the social evils associated with alcohol like death, illness, poverty, hunger, wife and child abuse, broken homes, rise in crime and violence etc. continue.

The only difference is that death and illness come sooner, due to adulterated alcohol. Poverty and hunger come sooner and are more acute, due to high prices. Wives and children are beaten more frequently, due to heightened frustration. More homes are broken, more crimes are committed and more violence is generated due to prohibition.

To the Legislators, I ask, “What is your purpose?” Your purpose is to enact laws for the benefit of society. Prohibition leads to an increase in crime, it sees the rise of adulterated alcohol which kills people or damages their health; it has seen and sees countless thousands of crores of rupees draining away from Nagaland, for what

purpose and to what end? Bootlegging is befitting pens to be the wife of a State Government must Financially, prohibition people from different sec- retired jurist, a politician lift prohibition so as to benefits only criminals. tions of society. When Ms. and a high functionary of control and regulate the The only section of Amen Jamir complained the Lok Ayukta, on the flow of alcohol. Until this people who seem to get a about the loud music, (not grounds that she brought happens, the DNSU and kick out of banning alco- the free flow of liquor) pro- disrepute to them! The the people must be ready hol are the sanctimonious, duced by a co-tenant oper- only item missing from and willing to stop the nosey parker “Christians”, ating a restaurant named this potpourri were our sale of liquor by any and who have no clue about “Monkey B”, the building “Freedom Fighters”. I’m every means possible. For Christ or Christian Prin- owner did nothing about it certain they would have prohibition has not done a ciples. and the colony council was emerged in due time if Ms. whit of good for Nagaland As Legislators, it your helpless.

Jamir had challenged her and only brought death, duty to work for the benefit illness, misery and crime The Music task Force eviction. of the people, not to de- of the State Government This is just an exam- since its inception. prive or destroy them, so, even hired this bar for ple to show the depths I know that many seclift prohibition. Doing so tions of society will object an official purpose and to which prohibition has will only offend the holier to my views, I am therefore than thou Pharisees and when Ms. Jamir and her entered our society. What prepared to debate this son were collecting phothe DNSU must do is inSadducees, not God or issue with any and all Christ. Imposing prohibi- tographic evidence, some volve all governmental supporters of prohibition, policemen even threatened departments concerned, tion is not a blessing, nor send me an email and I will is lifting it a curse. You them. After a social me- civil societies and the right will be judged by God and dia campaign, the MTF thinking general public and set up the date, time and Christ, not by the Phari- was forced to change the close down all retail points venue. God Save Nagaland sees and Sadducees in our venue of the programme, of sale of liquor. But this from Hypocrisy.

Kahuto Chishi Sumi, midst, and according to but Ms. Jamir was evicted cannot be sustained in the whether you benefited or by the owner, who hap- long run, therefore the Kahuto107@gmail.com harmed society.

To the D.N.S.U., I ask, “Are you sure you have not bitten off more than you can chew?” The fact that I support the ultimatum you have served on the Excise Department does not stop me from stating that you have raised the right issue (Please feel pity the for us Moms too) but chosen only a small Sir, part of the target.

In these fast times getting even some few minutes of break is very rare and a The enforcement of any law rests mainly with precious moment for many people today. I, as a mother of three children, have a the Police Department. hard time everyday with full of household chores right from the time I get up from And when it comes to my bed in the morning till I go back to sleep again at night. Cooking, washing, prohibition, the Excise cleaning moping, dusting are my duty and am not complaining. Besides doing a Department alone, with job to sustain the family economy, helping my children in their homework, getting its woefully inadequate them dressed for school six days a week, preparing their tiffins, dropping them and manpower and antiquated picking them up from school, taking them to music class, the list is endless. Not weaponry, cannot enforce to mention our Naga society overloading us with obligations from all corners and it. ends such as in-laws, clan, community, church, etc.

Involving the Police, Even our Sundays starts with preparing breakfast and getting our children dressed Administration (both dis- hurriedly for Sunday schools followed by our Sunday devotional service. After that trict and municipal) and on most Sundays again, there are prayer fellowships of family, clan, villagemen and Excise Departments, along community services. It is on Saturdays only we get time to exhale and take a little with the active participa- break. We take our children for shopping, recreation or buy stuffs for our kitchen tion of all civil societies and home. We are almost becoming like robots. I, as a mom feel very sad for my and citizens is the only children overburdened with homework and assignments of sorts with no time to way that retailing of liquor rest and to take a break once in a week too. Even machines need some moment to can be controlled, but even recharge and reenergize itself so we humans too also need sometime to re- gear up that will not be achievable ourselves. In such busy lives of today we have lost the real meaning and essence of unless those operating un- life itself. I believe school authorities and proprietors too have children and similar der the banner, “Nagaland obligations like most of us moms do. It is my earnest request as a mother, to give us for Christ” withdraw their a time to relax atleast once a week in day, on Saturdays and have time for ourselves patronage and forfeit their too. It’s so hard even to find time to go to a parlour and do our hair. Yes a quality income from bootlegging.

No one will willingly time for our own space and peace, of mind and both physical as well as for our give up thousands of crores mental well being. A time for ourselves, please! Feel pity for us Moms too.

Tiasenla, Dimapur of income without a fight.

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.

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Melania Trump attends ‘Happiness Class’

US First Lady Melania Trump interacts with school children during her visit to a government school to witness various activities as part of the ‘happiness curriculum’, in New Delhi. (PTI)

New Delhi, Feb 25 (PTI): US First Lady Melania Trump virtually turned into a student herself on Tuesday in the “Happiness Class” at a Delhi government school here, joining the children in meditating, storytelling and other relaxing activities, and noted that the unique curriculum has set a “healthy and positive” example for educators.

E xc i t e d s t u d e n t s dressed in traditional attire welcomed Melania as she arrived at the Sarvodaya CoEducational Senior Secondary School at Moti Bagh in south Delhi.

The school was decked up with floral garlands and motifs to welcome the US First Lady, while student bagpipers added to the festive mood.

A smiling Melania joined the students in three classrooms, where she was briefed by the teachers, and interacted with the children, before enjoying boisterous dance performances by the youngsters.

After lighting the ceremonial lamp, the First Lady

took a tour of the school, heading to a reading room for class 4 students where she attended a storytelling session. The First Lady, who donned a white embroidered shirt-dress paired with a red belt, visited an activity classroom for kindergarten students where she sat among the children who were engaged in drawing, clay modelling and playing with building blocks.

‘How big is America’, ‘Is it very far’, ‘What do you do as the First Lady’, ‘What is your favourite cartoon” were among the few questions asked by the curious kindergarten students.

Melania then headed

to the playground to observe a yoga session where students were performing ‘surya namaskar’ (Sun salutation). The First Lady also meditated with class 4 students in their “happiness class”.

“I am feeling very relaxed,” she said after the brief meditation as part of “mindfulness” activity of the ‘Happiness Class’.

The ‘Happiness Class’ was started by the Aam Aadmi Party government in Delhi government schools in 2018. As part of the programme, students are taught various activities, including meditation, street plays, basic obedience and aims

to reduce anxiety and stress levels among children.

Following the school tour, Melania was welcomed by students with garlands at an outdoor event and treated to performances of Rajasthani dance “Padharo Mahre Des” (welcome to our country) and Punjabi folk dance ‘gidda’.

While Melania enjoyed the foot tapping number, a student in the audience became the show-stealer with his impromptu jig as everyone including the First Lady cheered for him.

When the child suddenly scooted up to perform ‘bhangra’ moves, the security men were taken by surprise and one of them stepped forward but did not interfere. Addressing the students, Melania praised the concept of happiness class and spoke of her similar ‘Be Best’ initiative to promote well-being.

“It is my first visit to India and I am grateful to have received such a warm welcome today. The name of this school ‘sarvodya’ means prosperity for all.

“I was able to see how the concept exists in the curriculum -in the leadership of teachers, and in the spirit of enthusiasm in students.

I visited happiness class, it was very nice to see students practice mindfulness.

“From mindful breathing to telling a story to a friend or simply connecting with nature, I cannot think of a better way for all of us to start our day,” she said.

“I am totally impressed with the teachers and the efforts of the school towards its students,” she said.

Melania said it is good to see the happy faces of the students and the school exemplifies that promoting values of kindness, compassion and respect can bring about positive change within the communities. “ I want to thank all the educators here who are setting positive examples for young people to ensure a promising future,” she said.

The First Lady also talked about her “Be Best” initiative among children.

“In the US, I work with children like you to promote similar ideas of well-being through my ‘Be Best’ initiative. 3 pillars of ‘Be Best’ include dangers of drug abuse, importance of online safety and overall well-being of children,” she said. Melania was cheered by students who waved Indian and American flags and was presented four handmade Madhubani paintings before she left. The First Lady reached out to shake hands with many children and hugged one of them.

7 Trump India visit ends with no trade deal (From p-1) Trump emerged from a pair of meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi citing progress toward a deal but offering no details.

However, Trump and Modi agreed to boost defence and trade ties between their two countries and to forge a “comprehensive global strategic partnership.”

“Our teams have made tremendous progress on a comprehensive trade agreement and I’m optimistic we can reach a deal that will be of great importance to both countries,” Trump told reporters on the second and final day of his whirlwind, 36-hour, first official visit to India. The day began with an elaborate welcome ceremony in front of the grand Rashtrapati Bhavan Presidential Palace in New Delhi, continuing the pomp and pageantry the Indian government had lavished on Trump a day earlier.

Prime Minister Modi a n d P r e s i d e n t Tr u m p pledged to deepen defence

Asked if he discussed the incidents of violence taking place during his visit, he said he didn’t discuss individual attacks and “that is up to India” to deal with it.

Describing the IndoUS relations as “one of the most important partnerships of the 21st century”, Modi said, “increasing defence and security cooperation between two countries is a very key aspect of the strategic partnership between India and the US. We also agreed on new mechanism to contain drug trafficking.”

After the ceremonial reception on the second and final day of his whirlwind visit, Trump and his wife Melania paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat and planted a sapling at the memorial of the Father of the Nation.

Trump also attended a banquet hosted by President Ram Nath Kovind at Rashtrapati Bhavan and left for the US late in the evening after his nearly 36-hour-long visit.

Six SC judges down with swine flu

New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS): Six judges of the Supreme Court are suffering from swine flu, following which they did not attend court, an apex court judge said on Tuesday.

Justice DY Chandrachud, while conducting the court proceedings, an-

nounced that all apex court judges held a meeting with Chief Justice of India, SA Bobde, over the case of six of their colleagues infected

by H1N1 virus.

An apex court judge,

Sanjiv Khanna, came to the court wearing a mask.

Justice Chandrachud said that it was decided that the top court will make vaccines available for innoculation of lawyers.

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and security cooperation, especially through greater maritime and space domain awareness and information sharing; joint cooperation; exchange of military liaison personnel; advanced training and expanded exercises between all services and special forces; closer collaboration on co-development and co-production of advanced defence components, equipment and platforms; and partnership between their defence industries.

In reply to a question, Trump said issues involving the CAA are up to India and asserted that Prime Minister Modi wants people to have religious freedom.

“We did talk about religious freedom. Prime Minister Modi wants people to have religious freedom in India...If you look back India has worked hard for religious freedom,” Trump said. On CAA, he said, “I don’t want to say anything on CAA. It is up to India.

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(From p-1) However, despite all efforts being made, liquor inflow and supplies continued, it alleged.

Emphasising biblical teaching of Ephesians 5:18, the forum encouraged Christians to abstain from wine that led to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit, it exhorted.

The forum pointed out that alcohol led to untimely deaths, serious health complications, inhuman crimes, domestic violence, declining quality of life, increase in road accidents, social disturbances, law & order problems, broken families, etc, all of which was huge burden for the society.

Though it was very unfortunate that the situation could not be contained, CFD observed that more people, especially young people, were into alcoholism. Economic growth was being given more importance than the value of human lives, it added. The forum called for focusing on future generation while curbing the social menace, which at this rate would prove disastrous for the people in the State. It thus appealed to the government and relevant agencies to strengthen the NLTP Act.

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out that the hardest part to contain the alcohol menace as per its experience was excise and police personnel patronising bootleggers by accepting cash on regular basis and loose national workers going door-to-door collecting cash from the sellers, although they were not permitted by their authorities.

Mentioning that Dimapur district was the source of unabated flow of illicit and spurious liquor all over Nagaland and that there was a very powerful syndicate at work, NTUCT said it came across the glaring and alarming modus operandi of truckloads of liquor plying daily escorted together with army convoys, making the State police difficult to detain them.

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sation, the time was ripe for a “great uprising”, a time to start a revolution to uproot social evils and do away with all sorts of corruption in the society. It emphasised that unless young people woke up to bring deliverance of their future from near doom, nobody could for them.

As their leaders, elders, people in the authority and even religious leaders seemed to hardly have concern for their future, NTUCT observed that the Naga society at large was fast drowning under the hypnotic spell of dark forces.

DNSU leaders needed to wake up their counterparts and take the yeoman step although the going would be rough and tough, it added.

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(From p-1) However, as its area of operation was confined only to a particular area, the organisation contended that the result could never last long as alcohol was available in plenty just outside its area of jurisdiction.

Mentioning that real success would be possible only when public in general and NGOs come out strongly together, NTUCT encouraged DNSU leaders to march ahead and be prepared to go the extra mile to protect their future.

“Our young leaders in DNSU calling for total ban of illegal and spurious liquor is highly appreciated, and we call upon all conscious citizens to support and cooperate with them,” the release appealed.

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were 15.52 lakh during September 2017-March 2018.

The latest data showed that during September 2017December 2019, around 3.12 crore new subscribers joined the Employees’ Provident Fund Scheme.

The report said that since the number of subscribers are from various sources, there are elements of overlap and the estimates are not additive.

The NSO said the report gives different perspectives on the levels of employment in the formal sector and does not measure employment at a holistic level.

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New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS): With the 2019-20 fiscal coming to an end soon, the Budget proposal to consider raising the public float in listed companies to 35 per cent may see some action in the next financial year, officials said on Tuesday. It needs examination of impacts and trends, and also seek stakeholders’ views that takes time, they said, adding that there could be action on this front in the next fiscal. Market regulator SEBI has to submit a report to the Finance Ministry on the current Budget proposal to consider raising the current threshold of 25 per cent to 35 per cent. “SEBI has been asked to examine the implications of increased current threshold on the financial market, undertake public consultation and submit a report to the government,” a Finance Ministry status paper on current Budget proposals said.

three bodies since April 2018, covering a period starting from September 2017.

The report showed that gross new enrolments with the ESIC during the September 2017-March 2018 period were 83.35 lakh.

A net of 10.08 lakh new enrolments with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) were recorded in December 2019, compared with 10.09 lakh in November last year.

In 2018-19, 61.12 lakh new subscribers on a net basis joined the social security schemes run by EPFO. Similarly, the net new enrolments

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NEW DELHI, FEB 25 (PTI): Around 12.67 lakh jobs were created in December 2019 against 14.59 lakh in the previous month, according to payroll data of the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC).

Gross enrolments of new subscribers with ESIC were 1.49 crore during the entire financial year 2018-19, the National Statistical Office (NSO) said in a report.

The report also showed that during the September 2017-December 2019 period, around 3.50 crore new subscribers joined the ESIC scheme.

The NSO’s report is based on the payroll data of new subscribers of various social security schemes run by ESIC, retirement fund body EPFO and the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA). It has been releasing the payroll data or new subscribers data of these

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TTSL) Inclusive of NLD, AGR rose 10 per cent/15 per cent qoq/yoy to Rs 117.5 bn. In addition, Compared with the previous quarters, revenue decline was recorded only in one circle (J&K) which can be largely attributable to the socio-political issues present there, the report said.

Vodafone-Idea (VIL), After 13 consecutive quarters of declines in AGR (inclusive of NLD), VIL finally posted a 5 per cent sequential gain, albeit reporting a 7 per cent yoy decline.

AGR revenue, including NLD stood at Rs 95.2 bn, driven by growth in some of the key circles. RMS contracted 102 bps qoq and 542 bps yoy to 26.2 per cent.

Of the 22 telecom circles, 6 circles reported yoy revenue declines.

Job creation in Dec 2019 falls marginally from November to 1.2 mn: ESIC data

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by VIL after 13 quarters of losses, and a 21 per cent qoq rise in BSNL’s revenues.

VIL continued to lose market share with a 102bps contraction in RMS, the report said.

For Jio, AGR, including NLD, grew 10 per cent qoq to Rs 129 bn in Q3FY20. RMS expanded 40 bps qoq and 554 bps yoy to 35.4 per cent. Jio continues to enjoy a strong position in B and C circles and commands number one position in 17 circles, increased from 16 circles in the last quarter.

NLD revenues jumped 72 per cent sequentially.

Jio’s faster-than-industry growth should continue to add RMS gains, although at a slower pace.

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Sekrenyi should serve as a reminder of the rich culture and tradition of the people and also motivate them to preserve and restore the positive values and practices that gave the Nagas their identity.

Rio also renewed his call on Nagas to unite and expressed hope that through this festival God will bless and give prosperity to the Angamis. Youth resources and sports adviser Er Zale Neikha also delivered a short speech on the occasion, while Angami Public Organisation(APO) president Dr Kepelhusie Terhüja extended Sekrenyi greetings.

Special guests of the event were members from the Chakhesang, Pochury, Rengma and Zeliang communities. A host of legislators, senior government officials, NGOs and others joined the grand celebration.

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New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS): Telecom majors Bharti and Jio further gained Revenue Market Share (RMS) while Vodafone Idea continued to lag on AGR basis, according to a report

by EMkay Research.

VIL’s AGR logged a healthy 5 per cent qoq growth, driven by growth in some of the key circles.

However, RMS contracted further to 26.2 per cent (-102bps qoq).

Clarity on ongoing AGR issue is key, along with other operational targets like 4G coverage and network integration. AGR for the industry (including NLD revenues) rose 9 per cent qoq and 13 per cent yoy to Rs 363 bn in Q3FY20. This sequential rise was driven by healthy growth in the revenues of Bharti and Jio,

(From p-1) Shikhu also pointed out the Angamis have one of the most colourful and beautiful traditional attire, vibrant culture and rich language among the Nagas and also pointed out that Ura Academy was a role model for rest of the Nagas to emulate. He said this showed the progress and advancement Angamis had made in restoring and preserving cultural values.

As the Sekrenyi festival is celebrated for purification and sanctification, Shikhu appealed to the younger generation to value their culture, preserve their tradition, language and identity. He also expressed the hope that the festival would bring peace, prosperity and unity among all the Naga communities, particularly the Angamis.

In his brief address, chief minister Neiphiu Rio said

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South Korea ‘very grave’, says president Moon Pak rakes up Kashmir issue at UNHRC had tested positive, without giving details.

And the US hinted at scaling back joint military exercises, with Defense Secretary Mark Esper telling reporters in Washington the two allies’ militaries were “looking at scaling back the command post training due to concerns about the coronavirus”.

China’s coronavirus toll increases to 2,663

The coronavirus death People wearing masks walk on a street in Seoul, South toll in mainland China has Korea on Tuesday. (AP/PTI) in South Korea’s fourth-largest city Daegu and neighbouring North Gyeongsang province.

“The situation is very grave,” President Moon Jaein said on a visit to Daegu, wearing the uniform of a government emergency official and vowing full government support.

“We will achieve a victory in the fight against this virus,” he added.

The streets of Daegu - which has a population of 2.5 million - have been largely deserted for days,

apart from long queues at the few shops with masks for sale.

Authorities urged the public to exercise extra caution, advising citizens to stay home if they have a fever or respiratory symptoms.

South Korea’s parliament cancelled sessions Tuesday as it closed for cleaning after confirmation a person with the coronavirus had attended a meeting last week.

The country’s flag carrier Korean Air also reported a cabin crew member

increased to 2,663 with 77,658 confirmed cases, health authorities said on Tuesday.

The National Health Commission said that it received reports of 508 new cases and 71 deaths on Monday from 31 provincial-level regions on the mainland, reports Xinhua news agency.

Among the deaths, 68 were in Hubei province, the epicentre of the outbreak, two in Shandong and one in Guangdong.

As of Monday, a total of 27,323 people have been discharged from hospital af-

Former Egyptian prez Mubarak dead

Hosni Mubarak (File)

and played a key role in the Israel-Palestinian peace process. But despite the billions of dollars in military aid Egypt received during

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Iran’s deputy health minister has been infected with the new coronavirus, a ministry official said on Tuesday, amid a major outbreak in the Islamic republic. “The coronavirus test for Mr Harirchi, the deputy health minister who was on the front lines combating the coronavirus, was positive,” Alireza Vahabzadeh, a media adviser to the health minister, said in a tweet.

Iraj Harirchi coughed occasionally and appeared to be sweating during a press conference on Monday with government spokesman Ali Rabiei.

Iran confirmed three more deaths and 34 new infections on Tuesday, taking the country’s overall death toll to 15 and infection tally to 95.

his time in office, unemployment, poverty and corruption continued to grow.

Discontent boiled over in January 2011, after similar protests in Tunisia led to the overthrow of the president there. Mubarak was forced to step down 18 days later. Just over a year after Mubarak’s overthrow, Mohamed Morsi, an Islamist politician, won Egypt’s first democratic presidential election. Morsi himself was ousted by the military in 2013 and died in 2019 while still in prison.

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only “embolden” India to act with impunity.

M a z a r i u r ge d t h e UNHRC and the rest of the international community to take action against the alleged human rights atrocities and violations in Jammu and Kashmir.

In her speech, she appealed the Council to constitute an independent Commission of Inquiry to investigate and report the alleged human rights violations in Kashmir as proposed in a UN report.

Pakistan, she said is ready to facilitate the Commission of Inquiry to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and asked India to reciprocate in Jammu and Kashmir.

Mazari outlined eight

actions that, she said, the Council and the international community should take with respect to Jammu and Kashmir to protect the human rights situation in the Valley.

She asked India to withdraw all the “illegal actions” of August 5, desist from changing demographics in Jammu and Kashmir and lift the lockdown and communications blackout there.

The minister said India must “allow” the flow of medicines, food and other essential items to the Kashmiri people and release all “arbitrarily detained” Kashmiri leaders, professionals and activists, including young boys.

Mazari demanded that India should repeal all the “draconian laws” which, she alleged, allowed the Indian security forces to “commit atrocities” in Kashmir and prohibit the use of force.

She called for banning the use of pellet guns and ensure the drawdown of over 800,000 Indian troops in Jammu and Kashmir.

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You are missed each and every day.

We, the bereaved family members of Late Esther Tsanglao would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to every individual, Churches, Unions, friends, relatives and well wishers who stood with us at her sudden demise.

We deeply regret our inability to mention individually but it is our earnest prayer that our Almighty God blesses you all immensely.

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Cairo, Feb 25 (IANS): Former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak - ousted by the military in 2011, has died in Cairo at the age of 91. Mubarak spent three decades in office before a popular uprising swept Egypt.

He was found guilty of complicity in the killing of protesters during the revolution. That conviction was overturned and was freed in March 2017. His death was confirmed by Egyptian state TV on Tuesday.

Mubarak underwent surgery in late January and was photographed with his grandson as he recovered. On Saturday, however, Mubarak’s son Alaa said that the former president remained in intensive care.

Born in 1928, Mubarak entered the air force as a teenager and went on to play a key role in the 1973 ArabIsraeli war.

He became president less than a decade later, following the assassination of President Anwar Sadat,

Iran dy health minister has coronavirus

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Seoul, Feb 25 (Agencies): The novel coronavirus outbreak in South Korea is “very grave”, President Moon Jae-in said Tuesday as he visited its epicentre and the country’s total number of cases approached 1,000.

The Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) confirmed 144 new infections, taking the tally to 977, the largest national total anywhere outside China, where the virus first emerged.

Scores of events have been cancelled or postponed as the outbreak has spread in the world’s 12th-largest economy, from K-pop concerts to the start of the K-league football season, with casualties on Tuesday including parliamentary sessions and the World Team Table Tennis championships.

More than 80 percent of the infections have been

Geneva, Feb 25 (PTI): Pakistan on Tuesday raked up the Kashmir issue at the UNHRC here and demanded the immediate lifting of the communication restrictions and release of all the political leaders and activists in the Valley, saying any “inaction” by the international community will only “embolden” India.

Speaking at the 43rd session of the Human Rights Council which is being held here in Switzerland from February 24 to March 20, Pakistan’s Minister for Human Rights Shireen Mazari alleged that India continues to violate the human rights of the Kashmiri people and demanded the immediate repeal of all actions by India on August 5 last year in Kashmir.

She alleged that “over six thousand Kashmiri people, activists... were arrested without the due process of law” and demanded their immediate release.

The minister, known for her hardline anti-India stance, said any “inaction” by the international community and the Council will

Family, Grandchildren & Relatives

Late Mannya Konyak

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Lt. KETUONEILHOU (BAO) PIENYÜ (26.02.2019 – 26.02.2020)

Apa, “We miss you” We wish that was enough to accurately describe how we feel, but it doesn’t. Not even close. It’s been 365 days of your absences, of missing you, of trying to forget, it’s been a year but we still feel everything stronger and hurts even more than this strings of words could portray.

Grief changed us or revealed us, either way we didn’t like it. Your death will always remain a blurry memory, but your life will always be a vivid one, the epitome of greatness and sacrifice.

“Our loss is heaven's gain” We love and miss you immensely.

Wife, Son and Daughter.

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Coronavirus cases approach 1,000

ter recovery, while the number of severe cases decreased by 789 to 9,126.

The Commission added that 2,824 people were still suspected of being infected with the virus.

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You are loved You are missed You are remembered Loving Children, Mom & Dad, Brothers & Sisters

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Weinstein found guilty of rape, criminal sex act

Harvey Weinstein, former cochairman of the Weinstein Co., center, arrives at state supreme court in New York on Monday.

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New York court on Monday found fallen Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein guilty of committing a criminal sex act in the first degree, and rape in the third degree.

A New York Supreme Court jury of seven men and five women arrived at the verdict after deliberating in the case for more than 26 hours over five days, reports cnn.com.

After the verdict, a hand-

cuffed Weinstein was taken into custody.

On the first charge, the jury found Weinstein guilty of a criminal sex act in the first degree for forcing oral sex on former Project Runway production assistant Miriam Haley in 2006.

The guilty filmmaker could get a minimum of five years and a maximum of 25 years in prison on this count, according to theguarardian.com. On the second charge, Weinstein

was convicted of raping a woman in a New York hotel in 2013. He could get a maximum of four years on this count.

The Guardian website added that the 67-year-old former film producer was acquitted of three further charges, including the two most serious counts of predatory sexual assault, which carried a possible life sentence and another count of rape in the first degree.

‘Bloodshot’ star Vin Diesel feels Metallica cancels pressure playing superhero two festival performances

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t was not easy for Hollywood star Vin Diesel to prepare for the role of a superhero in the upcoming film “Bloodshot”.

Diesel recently took to Instagram and posted a video about making the film, explaining about the pressure he faced while filming “Bloodshot”.

Directed by Dave Wilson, the action movie follows super-soldier Ray, aka the superhero Bloodshot, who is brought back from the dead by a corporation through the use of nanotechnology.

“First of all, other than the Groot character... it was the established superhero I have ever played.

So after all with that comes a certain amount of pressure.

“The character of Ray Garrison, who’s Bloodshot, a personality who has handled post-traumatic stress dysfunction and actually represents the idea of the forgotten or discarded solider. So for me it was important to research about the sentiment that existed in a few of our veterans, and Blooodshot specifically has been the military’s favourite superhero,” Diesel said.

Sony Pictures Entertainment India will release ‘Bloodshot’ on March 13 in India.

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eavy metal band Metallica has pulled out of performances at Columbus’ Sonic Temple festival in May and Louisville’s Louder Than Life in September due to frontman James Hetfield’s health issues.

Hetfield, who turned to rehab last year in September to ”work on his recovery” after struggling with addiction for many years, made the announcement on the band’s official website.

“As part of my continuing effort to get and stay healthy, I have critical recovery events on those weekends that cannot be moved.

The reality is that I have not prioritised my health in the past year of touring and I now know that my mental health comes first.

“That might sound like a no-brainer for most of you but I didn’t want to let the Metallica team/ family down and, I alone, completely compromised myself,” Hetfield said.

He revealed that the band is working with festival promoters to provide refunds or exchanges.

“The band will play all other announced 2020 shows,” he added.

At the Sonic Temple festival on May 15, Metallica has been replaced by the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

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During the trial, Weinstein’s defense had tried raising the motion for a mistrial but had been denied by the jury.

The court has reserved the sentencing for a future date. According to cnn. com, Weinstein’s still has to take to the stands for the hearing of charges against him of sexual assault and rape in separate incidents in Los Angeles.

In October 2017, according to reporst in The New York Times and The New Yorker, several women came out to accuse Weinstein of rape and sexual assault over at least three decades. The incident had a global chain reaction, triggering off the MeToo movement.

Harvey Weinstein was once acclaimed for his contribution to the development of independent cinema in Hollywood, and for also backing relevant content-driven entertainers with Oscar-winning films such as “Shakespeare In Love” and “Pulp Fiction”. His film production companies were Miramax Films and The Weinstein Company.

(IANS)

John Abraham to produce biopic on Revathi Roy ‘Kabhi Haan

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ohn Abraham on Tuesday announced his next production, a biographical drama film based on the life of wellknown social entrepreneur Revathi Roy. The actor-producer will back the project through his banner JA Entertainment, alongside Robbie Grewal’s Red Ice Films and Anil Bohra’s Vyka Entertainment.

Robbie, who previously worked with John on 2019’s spy thriller RAW , will helm the movie which will chronicle the story of Roy, who started India’s only last-mile delivery company that employs only women as delivery agents.

“I am very happy that we are producing this very upbeat story that combines the best of entrepreneurial twists with an extremely dramatic personal life. Revathi’s journey is that of a vivacious, funny, full of life, spirited woman, who despite all odds has risen like a phoenix and has been continuously working towards empowering underprivileged women,” John said in a statement.

Robbie said it is an

Hilton on failed engagement: I deserve someone amazing

ocialite Paris Hilton does not regret breaking her engagement to Chris Zylka in 2018. She calls it the “best decision” that she ever made.

Speaking of the split to Cosmopolitan UK , Hilton said: “No. It was the best decision I’ve ever made in my life. I just don’t think (he) was the right person.

I feel like I’m an incredible woman and I deserve someone so amazing. I just didn’t feel right. I’ve worked way too hard to just give my life to someone. They

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honour to be able to tell the story of such an heroic and courageous woman.

“Revathi’s life is full of crests and troughs and dramatic twists and turns.

We usually see stories about how people rise from rags to riches; Revathi went from riches to rags to a revolution,” Robbie said.

The story of the film has been adapted from the book Who is Revathi Roy’

by Swati Lodha.

Revathi said she is very happy that John, Robbie and Anil have come together to tell a story, which she believes is not

just her own but of every woman, who was given a chance.

“Women are bor n fighters and an opportunity given to them never goes waste. All we need to provide is an ecosystem for them to flourish. In a small way, that is what my team and I have done,” Revathi, who featured in the list of Fortune India’s most powerful women in 2019, said.

Produced by JA Entertainment, Red Ice Films & Vyka Entertainment, the film is currently in preproduction stage. (PTI)

he late Kundan Shah’s 1994 romantic comedy “Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa” was one of Shah Rukh Khan’s earliest releases that went on to become popular. On Tuesday, the rom-com completed 26 years of release, and SRK’s co-star Suchitra Krishnamoorthi became super emotional while reminiscing the film’s journey.

“I’ve done very few movies in my long life. Blessed to have been a part of this one- I was in d right place right time and so many years later people still know me as #Aana ...Smiling face with smiling eyes #26YearsOfKabhiHaanKabhiNaa. Folded hands Red heart,” Suchitra tweeted. In the film, Suchitra played the love interest of SRK and Deepak Tijori’s characters. Fans, too, took to social media to celebrate the film’s 26 years of release.

Several social media users have posted an old picture of SRK and Suchitra in which the duo can be seen posing for a photo-op with Suchitra and filmmaker Shekhar Kapur’s daughter Kaveri Kapur.

(IANS)

Chris Evans in talks for ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ remake

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ollywood star Chris Evans is in negotiations to join the cast of Greg Berlanti’s remake of cult classic “Little Shop of Horrors”.

If finalised, the “Knives Out” star will join Bill Porter in the cast. Actors Taron Egerton and Scarlett Johansson are still in discussions for playing the lead roles in the movie.

Egerton is being eyed have to be perfect.” Hilton for the role of Seymour dated Zylka for two years. Krelborn, a flower shop She said she was loving her single life because she did not want to have “someone controlling me”.

She added that dating “certain people” increased the risk of “not trusting them” and implied that if she went away, she fears they would “do something to embarrass me.” The former couple ended their engagement in November 2018, only 10 months after he proposed Hilton with a $2 million ring.

(IANS)

employee who encounters and becomes an accomplice to a man-eating Venus flytrap, to be voiced by Porter. Johansson is being considered to play Audrey, Seymour’s co-worker and love interest.

Evans has been approached for the role of dentist Orin Scrivello, reported Deadline. Roger Corman had directed the 1960 original that was later turned into a theatre musical by composer Alan Men-

ken and Howard Ashman in 1982, when it premiered Off-Broadway.

The film was subsequently adapted for the big screen again by director Frank Oz in 1986. Featuring Rick Moranis, Steve Martin, and Levi Stubbs, the film went to acquire a cult status among the audiences.

Bill Murray, James Belushi, John Candy, and Christopher Guest had made cameos in the movie.

(PTI)

APPRECIATION

We, the Dimapur L o n g j a n g Ya r a n g Mongro Semchir express our heartiest congratulations to Mr Bendangwapang Imchen, S/o Mr Talichuba Imchen for being promoted to the post of Principal, Department of School Education Higher Secondary.

May our God continue to bestow His blessings and wisdom in your future.

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Penamhung is Zeliang wrestling champ

Winners of the 25th Zeliang Wrestling Tournament along with officials and organisers on Tuesday.

Dimapur, Feb 25 (NPN): Reigning Zeliang Wrestling Association (ZWA) champion Penamhung from Mpai village retained his title by defeating Keheirie of Southern Zeliang in the final bout of 25th Zeliang Wrestling Tournament conducted at Multi- Utility Stadium, Old Saints Higher Secondary School, Old Peren Town on Tuesday.

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away with a cash prize of Rs.80,000 along with citation.

Keheirie, Ihilu and Isapsi all from Southern Zeliang stood in the second, third and fourth place and received a cash prize of Rs.50,000, Rs.30,000 and Rs.20,000 respectively along with citations.

Altogether, 48 wrestlers (12 from each four ranges) vied for the ultimate title.

Dr. Neikiesalie Kire, advisor, Urban Development and Municipal Affairs, who graced the meet as the special guest, said that only three tribes, i.e.

Zeliang, Chakhesang and Angami are commonly involved in wrestling in Nagaland. He, therefore, requested the associations to promote and to encourage the rest of Naga tribes to take part in Naga wrestling.

Guest of honour Pfudoulhou Kense, advisor, Naga Wrestling Association (NWA) gave away the prizes to the winners.

Earlier, the programme was chaired by Keheipu Sephe, technical secretary, ZWA. Presidential address was delivered by K. Mark Guing, president, ZWA and the oath of conduct was administered to the wrestlers by Amos Pame, vice president, ZWA.

Veterans football tourney kicks off Dimapur, Feb 25 (NPN): The 10th edition of Nagaland Veteran InterDistrict Football Tournament kicked off Tuesday at Mon Hq with Mhathung Yanthan, advisor, Horticulture & Border Affairs as the special guest.

The opening match between Mokokchung and Longleng ended in a 1-1 draw. The goal for Longleng was scored by Yongkai while Repa scored for Mokokchung.

The second match between Mon and Kohima ended in a goalless draw while in the last match of the day, defending champions Dimapur defeated Phek by 3-1. The goals for Dimapur were scored by Limawati, Yanbemo and Waisong Bey. The lone goal for Phek was scored by Kuveduyi.

On Wednesday, Longleng will take on Kohima in the first match, Mokokchung will play Mon in the second match and Dimapur will lock horns with Wokha in the last match.

Altogether, 7 teams are participating in the tournament.

Indigenous games at Sekrenyi Festival

A tug of war match in progress during the indigenous games competition.

Dimapur, Feb 25 (NPN): The Sekrenyi Festival witnessed indigenous games competition on February 25 at Khuochiezie Ground.

The Northern Angami Youth Organisation won the tug of war (Kero Keteshü) defeating the Southern Angami Youth Organisation.

Mepfü Kemetsa (war cry) was won by Thepfusohie Kuotsu (SAYO) while Visilhou Chüsi from Western Angami Youth Organisation (WAYO) and Ruokuosetuo Khezhie (NAYO) bagged second and third positions respectively.

In fixed jump competition, Rokovi Khawakhrie

(WAYO) emerged as the winner while Neithongulie Kuotsu (SAYO) and Vizobeilie Punyü (WAYO) bagged the second and third positions respectively.

Shedesü Thami (SAYO) won the bamboo walk competition, Kevisithu Meyase (WAYO) came second and Kekrozaki Rote (SAYO) bagged the third position.

Kohima U-15 T20 cricket tournament

Dimapur, Feb 25 (NPN): The Kohima District Under-15 T20 Cricket tournament, organised by Kohima District Cricket Club in collaboration with Kohima District Veterans Cricket Association under the aegis of Nagaland Cricket Association, will be held from Match 6 at Jakhama village ground. Therefore, interested teams from

Kohima district can collect the entry forms from Sports World (main town), Sports Inventory (opp. TT stadium) and Northern Sports (High School road)..

The last date for submission of forms is February 29.

For more information, contact 87382809816 or 9077645904.

Kohli, Pant, Shami in Asia XI squad

Virat Kohli

Rishab Pant

Mohammed Shami

Dhaka, Feb 25 (PTI): India skipper Virat Kohli was on Tuesday named in the Asia XI squad to take on a Faf du Plessis-led World XI in next month’s Bangabandhu 100-year celebration three-match T20 International series here.

Kohli has been named by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) for one match subject to availability, which is yet to be confirmed by the BCCI, ‘ESPNCricinfo’ reported.

The matches, to celebrate the birth centenary of Bangladesh’s founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, are scheduled to be held from March 18 to 22.

According to the website, BCB president Nazmul Hassan read out the names of the players who are part of the squad, which is dominated by Indians - Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant, pacer Mohammed Shami and spinner Kuldeep Yadav.

BCB wants Kohli to be part of all the T20 Internationals but considering the hectic schedule of the Indian team, it remains to be seen if the maestro makes himself available.

The Indian team is currently touring New Zealand and is engaged in a two-match Test series.

A week after the New Zealand tour ends, India will play a three-match ODI series against South Africa beginning March 12 in Dharamsala.

The second game will be played in Lucknow on March 15 and third in Kolkata on March 18. The IPL also starts on March 29.

Asked about the Indian players’ availability for the matches, BCCI president Sourav Ganguly last Friday said they “can send four to five players”.

The du Plessis-led World XI includes, among others, veteran big-hitters Chris Gayle and Kieron Pollard.

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L. HOZHEVI SHOHE 19.03.1942 – 12.02.2020 The bereaved family would like to acknowledge and express our heartfelt gratitude for the love, support and prayer that has been rendered and for many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us during the illness and demise of our beloved dad Lt. L. Hozhevi Shohe who departed for his heavenly abode on 12th February 2020.

We would like to offer our heartfelt thanks to all the well wishers, friends, relatives, churches, organizations and sympathizers who extended their love and support in numerous ways during our most difficult time.

We regret our inability to commensurate for your kind gestures but it is our prayer that our Almighty God bless each one of you abundantly.

We convey our special thanks to:1. Dr. K. Akaho Sumi, Dy. CMO Zubheboto 11. Shri. Nathan Konyak, 2. Dr. Puloto Achumi, PHC Aghunato Asstt. Election Officer & Staff Zunheboto 3. Rochill Hospital Zunheboto 12. Sumi Baptist Church, Kohima 4. Olive Hospital Dimapur 13. Rotomi Welfare Dimapur, Kohima, 5. Shri. K.L. Chishi, Ex CM Nagaland Zunheboto 6. Shri. Er. Picto Shohe, MLA 32 A/C Atoizu 14. Rotomi Baptist Church 7. Shri. Viccashe Sumi, IPS (IGP Rtd.) 15. Prayer Fellowship, Youth Deptt., Sunday 8. Shri. Lozhevi Sema (Director Rtd) School Dept., New Colony 9. Shri. Nikhashe Chophi, 16. Sumi Baptist Church, Zunheboto (Commissioner & Secy. Rtd.) 17. Xuivi Baptist Church 10. Shri. Kikheto Y. Sema, IAS Commissioner 18. Asu Luzuxu Tilimi & Secy. Govt. of Nagaland Loving Children, In-Laws, Grand children & Relatives K-540 K Y M C

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Serie A matches to be played behind Liverpool beat West Ham in five-goal thriller closed doors in coronavirus hit region Only an awful Fabianski error allowed Klopp’s side to equalise in the 68th — Salah’s tame shot from an Andy Rober tson pull back creeping through the legs of the Polish keeper.

Fabianski was at fault again when he came off his line but failed to stop Alexander-Arnold looping the ball over him to Sadio Mane who slot-

ted home with nine minutes left.

With the assist, Alexander-Arnold equalled his tally, set last season, of 12 — a Premier League record for a defender.

Mane had the ball in the net again in the 86th minute but his effort was ruled out for offside after a swift VAR review.

West Ham, who played with much more

determination and poise than in recent weeks but remain in the relegation places, fought to the end and substitute Jarrod Bowen found space on the left of the box but Alisson was out quick to smother his effort.

Defeat leaves the Hammers on 24 points from 27 games, a point behind Aston Villa in the safety zone.

ROME, Feb 25 (Agencies): Italy’s top-flight soccer matches can go ahead behind closed doors in the area affected by the coronavirus outbreak after the government agreed to a request from the country’s football federation (FIGC), the ANSA news agency reported on Monday.

Sports Minister Vincenzo Spadafora was quoted

by ANSA as saying that

sporting events had been banned in the affected regions until Sunday but that “for some events we have given the possibility to play them behind closed doors.”

These would include the game between Serie A leaders Juventus and thirdplaced Inter Milan in Turin on Sunday.

Bulgarian club Ludogorets Razgrad said on their website that they had been

informed by European soccer’s governing body UEFA that their Europa League last 32, second-leg tie at Inter Milan on Thursday would go ahead in an empty stadium at San Siro.

The FIGC said on its website that it had made the request to the Italian government for matches to be played without fans in attendance “to safeguard the sporting competition.”

Liverpool players celebrate after scoring a goal during their EPL match against West Ham United.

London, Feb 25 (Agencies): Runaway Premier League leaders Liverpool had to come from behind - and needed some help from two goalkeeping blunders - to beat lowly West Ham United 3-2 in a thrilling game and maintain their 100% home record on Monday.

Trailing 2-1 late in the second half, West Ham keeper Lukasz Fabianski was twice at fault as Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane ensured Liverpool prevailed to equal the record of 18 consecutive topflight wins set by Manchester City in 2017.

Juergen Klopp’s side now need 12 points from 11 games to make sure of their first league title in 30 years.

It looked like business as usual for Liverpool, unbeaten in the league and now with a

22-point advantage at the top, when they scored in the ninth minute as Georginio Wijnaldum headed home Trent Alexander-Arnold’s whipped cross from the right.

Three minutes later, though, 18th-placed West Ham drew level with Issa Diop’s angled header from a Robert Snodgrass corner beating keeper Alisson Becker, who should have kept it out.

Virgil Van Dijk headed against the bar for Liverpool but Anfield was stunned in the 54th when Hammers substitute Pablo Fornals turned a low cross from Declan Rice into the far corner.

Facing the possibility of their first defeat of the Premier League campaign, Liverpool inevitably piled on the pressure but their usually deadly frontline was misfiring.

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