January 18, 2017

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Violence in Phek; JCC plans Dimapur rally

Houses vandalized; Sec. 144 CrPC imposed in Phek town

Houses of some candidates reportedly vandalized by youth groups on Tuesday.

Correspondent/Staff Reporter

KOHIMA/DIMAPUR, JAN 17 (NPN): Against the backdrop of repeated appeals and caution by various tribe organisations opposed to holding elections to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) till the government addressed their concerns over clauses in the Nagaland Municipal Act including 33% women reservation, even after amendment in 2016; at least three houses and some vehicles of candidates in Phek town were damaged as some youths allegedly began targeting those who refused withdraw their nominations and in Dimapur, the , the Joint Coordination Committee(JCC)

comprising of Ao, Lotha, Sumi, Chakhro Angami and Chakesang communities, has again renewed a call on the state government to postpone elections to ULBs scheduled on February 1, 2017.

According SDO (C) Phek, three houses belonging to town council candidates were vandalized, while one policeman was injured.

To control the situation, SDO said police also fired tear-gas shells, lathi-charged and fired several rounds in the air to disperse the mob.

When contacted, Police said the mob pelted stones at them while trying to control the situation.

In view of apprehensions of more violence, Dis-

AYO warns excommunicated candidates DIMAPUR, JAN 17 (NPN): Angami Youth Organisation (AYO) has issued a stern warning to intending candidates who have been excommunicated by their community and relocated to Angami areas in Dimapur and Kohima, to immediately relocate or face action.

In a press note, AYO president Neinguvotuo Krose and general secretary Kekhrie Pfukha asserted that AYO would “not allow such negative characters who have refused to listen to the voice of their community and the Nagas in general to come and pollute our land, our community and the people residing in our land”.

In this regard, the Youth Organisationwarned that it would take its own course of action to any extremity if such candidates do not relocate immediately.

Trump to take oath on Lincoln’s Bible WASHINGTON, JAN 17 (AGENCIES): When Donald Trump is sworn-in as the US President on Friday, he will take the oath using two Bibles: the one that President Abraham Lincoln used at his first inauguration, plus a Bible from his childhood.

This is it!

“Never seen those fellows before. Must be candidates for our Ward.”

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trict Magistrate/DC Phek Murohu Chotso ordered promulgation of Section 144 CrPC at Phek town with immediate effect in specified areas-- all 11 wards of Phek Town, from forest colony to the point of Sathari village, TABCC office crossing through town; Bible hill junction to Khomi foot path junction on Surhoba village road and from town clock tower to 3 kms, point on Kustapo village road.

While stating that the law and order situation was serious at Phek Town, the DM in the order stated that Sec. 144 CrPC was put in place to thwart any kind of violence by volunteers of CPO and CYF and also to restore the normal pro-

cess of the ongoing Town Council election. There was likelihood of more problems unless it is controlled, he stated.When contacted, Chakhesang Public Organisation (CPO) president Khewengulo denied any involvement of the apex body or issuing directives to Chakhesang Youth Front (CYF) to carry out such actions.

JCC appeal

Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) comprising of Ao, Lotha, Sumi, Chakhro Angami and Chakesang tribes resolved to ask the state government to postpone elections to the ULBs scheduled for February 1,2017 and to respond at the earliest or else it would convene a public rally and followed by an indefinite bandh as a course of action.

The resolutions, came after three-hour long meeting at the last date for withdrawal of nominations held at Lotha Hoho Ki which were adopted by raising of hands. Naga Council Dimapur has also endorsed the resolution of JCC. Out of the 60 candidates, who filed nominations in Dimapur district, 41 candidates- 13

BJP, 16 Independents, four Congress and NPF attended the meeting. The candidates had maintained they would withdraw only if NPF candidates withdrew their nomination first.

Earlier, half of the candidates left the venue, when the meeting resumed after 10 minutes break. Even as the meeting progress, the candidates remained firm to their demanded that they would only withdraw if there is a mass withdrawal.

On the other hand, JCC insisted that the candidates should listen to the voice of their respective apex bodies to withdraw their nomination paper to avoid ex-communication.

JCC member also questioned the candidates, whether it was good to be elected for five years or face ex-communication from the Naga soil?

DMC: Cong opts out

All four Congress candidates, who filed nominations for Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC) withdrew their candidatures, announced party convenor selection committee for ULB election Dimapur

Unit, K.L.Chishi on Tuesday. Addressing media persons at Congress Bhavan Dimapur, Chishi said that the decision was taken to respect the will of the people. “We must live with the people so importance must be given people. And we cannot bypass the wishes of the people”, he added.

Earlier on January 12, at the general meeting at Kohima, the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) had passed a resolution urging State government to defer the election to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).

According to Chishi, the decision was taken in response to the demand of various tribal hohos, Naga Hoho, Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organisation (ENPO) and civil societies.

He said candidates also expressed their willingness to uphold party’s interest and the people in general by withdrawing their nomination papers. Chishi also warned that if election was held ignoring people’s voice, there will be huge misunderstanding in the minds of the people. He said Nagas needed a government that listened to people’s voice.

ULB polls a constitutional obligation: Zeliang DIMAPUR, JAN 17 (NPN): Nagaland chief minister, T.R. Zeliang on Tuesday reiterated that holding elections to the Urban Local Bodies in Nagaland, with 33% women reservation, was a Constitutional obligation which the state government could not escape because reservation was Constitutional provision as provided by Art. 243T of the Constitution of India and not an Act of Parliament.

According to CMO media cell, Zeliang said this while addressing NPF candidates of nine Town Councils-- Shamator, Meluri, Phek, Aboi, Naginimora, Longkhim/Chare, Noklak, Pungro and Kiphire, at the party’s head office in Kohima on Tuesday.

He said those candidates who had filed their nominations, have not done anything wrong but were following the laws provided and required by the Constitution of India as well as adhering to the principles and ideologies of party.

As legislators have sworn allegiance to the Constitution of India, so also, as NPF members “our allegiance should be to the party we belong to and not any organization,” Zeliang said . He also lamented that the Constitutional obligation to be performed by the state government had been misunderstood, misinterpreted and even politicized in certain cases.

If objections were raised before the provision of the Constitution was incorporated in 1993, he said Nagaland may have been exempted from reservation for women in ULBs. “But now, it is too late since Article 243 T is already a Constitutional provision which we cannot do away with,” he said.

Clarifying on the misconception that the state Assembly could do away with all laws and rules of the Central government if Nagas do not want them, Zeliang said: “Article 371 A clearly says that

‘not withstanding anything in the Constitution, no Act of the Parliament in respect of ‘four points’ shall apply to the State of Nagaland unless the Legislative Assembly of Nagaland by a resolution so decides”.

He said there was a need to differentiate between Acts of Parliament and Constitutional provisions. To this, he said Article 243 T, which cites reservation for women in ULBs, was not an Act of the Parliament which Nagaland Legislative Assembly can decide whether or not to adopt.

“As long as we are part of the Union of India, the Constitution of India will be binding on us and we cannot deny this fact. And debating over an Article of the Constitution of India whether we should apply it or not is a futile exercise,” he added.

In this regard, he said the September 22, 2012 Assembly resolution was questioned by legal luminaries on the

grounds that only the Parliament was competent to exempt any State from the purview of any part of the Constitution of India. He claimed that the assembly (four years later) withdrew that resolution in 2016 to rectify the “legal anomaly.”

He said not fulfilling obligation as per Article 243T would also not go well either for the State Government or the people of the State.

Zeliang also appealed to all legislators and candidates present at the meeting to reach out to various tribal/social organizations and to urge them to let the elections be held peacefully.

Others who addressed the meeting include NPF president Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu, NPF secretary general KG Kenye, ministers-- Y. Patton, Tokheho Yepthomi, P. Longon, Nuklutoshi, Advisor SI Jamir, parliamentary secretaries-- Tohanba, Yollow and Azo Nienu, MLA.

ULB poll: 69 back out on last day Correspondent

KOHIMA, JAN 17 (NPN): Altogether 69 candidates withdrew their candidatures as the last day of withdrawing nominations ended Tuesday, State Election Commission report said. With this, a total of 137 candidates out of the 535 validly nominated, have withdrawn from the fray. Election to Urban Local Bodies is slated to be held on February 1, 2017.

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Name of Municipal/Town Council Withdrawl Report As On 17.01.2017 Dimapur Muncipal Council 10 (W2-INDP, W19-INDP, W16-INDP, W1-INC, W11INC & 1 BJP, W13-1, INC & 1 INDP, W14-INC, W21-INDP) Phek Town Council 7 (W3-INDP, W4-1 INDP & 1 NPF, W2-INDP, W10-INDP, W8- INDP, W11-NPF) Chumukedima Town Council 6 (W1-NPF, W2-NPF, W4NPF, W5- NPF, W8- NPF, W10- NPF) All Withdrawn Mangkolemba Town Council (13 candidates) all withdrawn Meluri Town Council 4 (W2-1NPF & 1 INDP, W3INDP, W4-INDP) Tuli Town Council 6 (W8-INDP, W1-NPF, W2-2 INDP, & 1 BJP, W3-INDP) Shamator Town Council 1 (W4-INDP) Noklak Town Council 1 (W8-INDP) Bhandari Town Council 3 (W3-INC, W6-1 INDP & 1 INC) Zunheboto Town Council 1 (W6-1 INC) Chozuba Town Council (10 as on 17.01.2017) All Withdrawn Aboi Town Council 1 (W6-BJP) Wokha Town Council 6 (W5-INDP, W6-INDP, W7-1 INDP & 1BJP, W11-INDP) Total 69 NIL Reports As On 17.01.2014 Longkhim Town Council Pungro Town Council Tizit Town Council Naginimora Town Council

Lotha public resolve to boycott civic body polls DIMAPUR, JAN 17 (NPN): Lotha Hoho at the emergency meeting with the general public of Wokha town, surrounding villages and all Lotha frontal organizations on Tuesday, resolved to boycott the ensuing Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) election 2017.

A statement from Hoho president Mhao Humtsoe and general secretary Mhondamo Ovung, stated that the leaders of various organisations and general public, including many candidates in unison agreed to support the decision of the Naga organisations and to safeguard the provisions of Article 371A, for betterment of the Naga future generation.

Further, the house unanimously decided and adopted the following resolutions: To hold meeting of all colonies in Wokha, and Bhandari town on January 20 at 11 a.m. at LTC hall, Wokha.

Each house hold in Wokha town would be represented by a member while colony leaders with

atleast five members from each colony would represent Bhandari town at the meeting.

It was also decided that the resolutions adopted in the meeting would be presented to each colony, where they will have to meet the next day, January 21 for follow up action of the resolutions.

Further, Lotha Hoho has also called for a general public meeting on January 28, at 11 a.m. at public ground, Wokha. In this regard, the hoho has appeaeld top all village councils under Wokha district to be present with at least ten members each.

At the meeting, the resolutions of January 20 would be presented for implementation.

Meanwhile, village councils have been requested to contribute funds for supporting the Joint Action Committee and volunteers for the execution of the action plan. Kohima Lotha Hoho and Dimapur Lotha Hoho have been directed to attend the meeting positively.

CM calls for efficient use of fuel Parrikar jibe at Jamir, says no stray dog in Panaji when he was Governor

DIMAPUR, JAN 17 (NPN): Calling upon the people of Nagaland to use the fuel efficiently, the Nagaland chief minister, TR Zeliang, has suggested the people to adopt certain better practices in their way of lives by inculcating various habits such as walking, cycling, sharing vehicle, use of public transport and avoiding using of motor vehicles unnecessarily.

In his message on the month-long campaign on Oil Conservation, being organised throughout the country by the Petroleum Conservation Research Association under the aegis of the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, along with Public Sector Oil and Gas companies to create awareness on the need to conserve oil and natural gas, the chief minister said the demand for petroleum products throughout the country was still growing

though measures were being adopted to increase usage of new and renewable energy resources.He pointed out that India has a huge deficit in crude oil production as the country import nearly 80% of its crude oil requirement at a whooping cost to the nation’s exchequer.

“Our country’s import bill is high and always dependent on the rate of global crude oil prices, and it has become imperative for the country to devise ways and means of reducing dependence on imported energy,” Zeliang said.

The chief minister, however, expressed happiness at the various plans and strategies formulated by the Government of India to enhance availability of proprietary oil and gas both from within and outside the country. He mentioned that Entanol Blended Petrol and Jathropa based Bio-Diesel were being promoted to

have an impact on consumption of fossil fuels. Zeliang said that alongside those initiatives, which he said were yielding substantial benefits, the energy consumption efforts needed to be initiated to make the whole country energy efficient. Meanwhile, the chief minister congratulated the entire oil industry for organising the conservative awareness month and wished them all the very best in their endeavours.

On January 16, 2017, the Minister of State for Petroleum & Natural Gas, Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the month long awareness drive on fuel conservation Saksham 2017 in New Delhi. Saksham - 2017 is aimed to create awareness amongst masses towards judicious utilization and conservation of petroleum products along with use of energy efficient appliances and switching to cleaner fuels.

PANAJI, JAN 17 (IANS): In what could be construed as a dig at the Naga penchant for dog-meat, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Monday said during SC Jamir’s term as Goa Governor, there was not a single stray dog on the Panaji streets.

Parrikar also called Jamir, a veteran Congress leader from Nagaland, a “mercenary” who was appointed as Goa governor to bring down the BJP-led coalition government in 2005, which at the time was led by him.

“Jamir came from Nagaland and was given the target of dismantling the government. The only advantage we got as a result of this was not a single stray dog in Panaji,” Parrikar told a poll meet in South Goa’s Canacona Legislative As-

Dr. S.C Jamir (File)

Manohar Parrikar (File)

sembly constituency. Manohar Parrikar was appointed as the chief minister of Goa in 2000. However, his first stint as Goa chief minister ended in 2002. He won the subsequent elections to the state Legislative Assembly again in 2002 and relinquished office in 2005, when Jamir was Governor.

Dr. S.C.Jamir the present Governor of Odisha took office on March

9,2013. Prior to assuming his present gubernatorial assignment, Dr Jamir was also Governor of the following states: Maharashtra (20082010);Gujarat(July 2009 to November 2009); Goa(July 2004 to July 2008).

It may also be mentioned that of all Governors appointed by the UPA, Dr Jamir is the only incumbent who has not been touched by the Modi government.

ZBN clarifies

D I M A P U R , JA N 1 7 (NPN): Zeliangrong Baudi Nagaland (ZBN) has expressed surprise over the statement made by organizations, questioning the eligibility of Ms. Aphian Pamei, DMC ward 18 candidate.

In a press note, Zeliangrong Baudi Nagaland president Rangsam N Hau and Meijiang Gonmei clarified that “Aphian Pamei is a Zeliangrong citizen and active member of ZBN residing in Zeliangrong village, Dimapur.”

Questioning her eligibility to contest the election and individualizing her by JCC, CNTC and NCD, seems to be too rude towards Zeliangrong representative living in Dimapur, ZBN stated.

If there has been any differences/grudge against her, ZBN said such matter could be resolved without dragging the issue to public domain.

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CAN Youth, NSLSA, DDLSA organise awareness prog

DIMAPUR: Three-day awareness on women and girl child rights was organised by CAN Youth in collaboration with Nagaland State Legal Service Authority (NSLSA) and Dimapur District Legal Service Authority (DDLSA) on January 15 at Thahekhu Village as part of “Samvidhan LIVE - The Jagrik Project”.

In the programme, chief functionary CAN Youth, Jenpu Rongmei spoke on role and responsibilities of young people to have a knowledge of fundamental right and at the same time to act on fundamental duty and help the marginalized society who are deprived of their rights.

Legal Aid Counsel cum trainer NSLSA, Esther Aye and panel lawyer DDLSA, Visheli Yeptho spoke on protection of women on domestic violence act, maintenance, victim compensation act and immoral trafficking prevention Act. Esther Aye also encouraged Church youth to play a positive role in bringing change and justice to women and girl child who have been exploited or a vic-

Section of the participants at the three-day awareness programme. tim of domestic violence.

H. Ploto Yeptho of CAN Youth also shared about experiences on his journey on the campaign.

“Samvidhan LIVE The Jagrik Project” initiative of Community Youth Collective (CYC) is a journey to engage young Jagriks (Jagruk Nagrik - Aware Citizens) between the ages of 16-30 years in different parts of the country to experience the Constitution.

“Samvidhan LIVE The Jagrik Project”, is building young people’s capacities

for meeting this challenge as they refl-act (reflect+act) in the real world. Through this public initiative, young people would experience how the rights and duties in our constitution are being lived, and report back their experiences to rest of the world.

It may be mentioned that, in Dimapur, CAN youth is a partner for the two-month long campaign and engaging 24 youths to involve in different activity and tasks on fundamental duty and fundamental right

along with conducting survey with the community.

M e a n w h i l e, C A N Youth has invited youths of Dimapur, social workers, College and Higher Secondary School students to take part on Common Action Day to be held on January 18 at DBDL Hall, Don Bosco Higher Secondary School campus from 1-3 p.m. where there would be a panel discussion on the topic “Role of Youth participation in understanding and making our Constitution come alive.’’

NCC cadets visit 3 (NH) bn AR DIMAPUR: 3(NH) Bn Assam Rifles (AR) under the aegies of Hqs IGAR(N) arranged a visit of 447 Cadets from various parts of the country to the oldest post of AR - Chancellor Hill, commonly known as Charlie Hill in Kohima from January 10 to13.

The cadets and their instructors atttended the narration of brief history of the 3 Naga Hills Batallion the oldest Bn of AR followed by an informal talk on career prospect and benefits of affiliating themselves with AR. A weapon and equipment display was organised for the cadets where experts briefed the cadets.

SBAK-NM condoles

DIMAPUR: Sumi Baptist Akukuhou Kuqhakulu(SBAK-NM) in a condolence message has expressed grief and pain over the demise of late Tokheho Yepthomi, exminister who had passed away on January 12. SBAK described late Tokheho as a dynamic leader with strong personality.

SBAK further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur Wednesday, january 18, 2017

news in brief DC & DEO Dimapur informs: In connection with the replacement of black and white and not to specification images in the photo electoral roll by good quality colour images, Deputy Commissioner (DC) and District Election Officer (DEO) Dimapur has directed all BLOs of Dimapur district to report to the Lotha Hoho Ki near DC office junction, Dimapur on January 19 for BLOs of I Dimapur IAC, 2 Dimapur II AC and 3 Dimapur III AC at 11 a.m., while BLOs of 4 Ghaspani I AC and 5 Ghaspani II AC at 1 p.m.

DMC informs traders/business establishments: Administrator, Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC) has informed all the traders/business establishments/ shop keepers of DMC jurisdiction that renewal of DMC trade license for the year 2017 has started. All the traders have been asked to get renewed their respective trade licenses on or before January 31 to avoid penalty.

SCSV citizen meeting: Citizen meeting of the Sumi community of Sitimi village would be held on January 31 at Sitimi village. All the citizens of the village have been informed to attend the meeting failing which action would be initiated as per meeting resolution of May 24, 2013.

SBC meeting: Sumi Baptist Convention (SBC) has convened a meeting on February 6 at 2 p.m. at SBC office TTC campus Thahekhu. The council members representing three Sumi Baptist Associations and at large members have been asked to attend the meeting.

NCRC revival and healing convention: Naga Christian Revival Churches (NCRC) would be organizing Revival and healing convention from January 19 to 22,

at 10 a.m. (morning service) and evening worship service would start from 4 p.m. in the Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) ground, Kohima. All citizens have been requested all to participate at the programme.

ZCYAN 9th convention: Zeliangrong Catholic Youth Association Nagaland (ZCYAN) would hold its 9th convention at St. Thomas Church Nzau Old under SFS Parish Tening Peren, on January 20-23 under the theme of “Renewing Youth for Christ.” All the units of CYA of Zeliangrong community and well wishers have been requested to attend the convention.

NPGN/NNC (NA) terminates: NPGN/ NNC (NA), secretary Minister of Killo affair in a press note has informed all concerned that Imkongsenup Ao, P.S. to president NPGN/NNC (N/A) of Yajang-C Village, Mokokchung has been terminated from the Naga National Service w.e.f.

Janaury 17 for violation of the Azha of the land. Henceforth all individual and organizations have been informed not to entertain him on any Government/Official matter, Ministry of Killo Affairs stated.

Further Ministry of Killo Affairs have cautioned that in case of failure to comply with this notice any individual/organization would be doing at their, own risk.

WASU biennial general conference: 42nd biennial general conference of Western Angami Students’ Union (WASU) under the theme “challenger amidst modernization” would be held on January 19, 10 a.m. at Mezoma village with minister for social welfare and parliamentary affairs Kiyanilie Peseyie as the chief guest and administrator KMC Kovi Meyase NCS as the guest of honour.

KASU 41st session held Progs, meetings and information for R-Day celebration Excise (NC) seizes ganja

DIMAPUR: Khaghaboto Area Students’ Union (KASU) held its 41st session on January 13, at Khaghaboto town Baptist church under the theme “self reliance”.

At the programme, Er. Kiyeto Shohe, as speaker, exhorted the students to change their outlook and mindset.

“Although there are more than eighty thousand educated unemployed youths, there is no dearth of employment opportunity” he pointed.

“We have rich mineral deposits and rich natural resources and if we can tap those resources, lots of employment can be generated”, Shohe added.

Er. Kiyeto Shohe maintained that there are over 1.20 lakh outsiders in the state and more than 250 Crores is spend on construction transaction alone of which only 20 percent is transacted among the locals therefore he encouraged the students to bring about change and transformation in the society.

Pointing out that government jobs would not make self reliant, he encouraged the students to be innovative and work hard.

Shohe also encouraged the students to have inquisitive mind and have

more exposure with the outside world and make correct usage of the information technology to keep pace with the changing world.

Commenting on Sumi being referred as warrior tribe, he pointed that a true warrior should stand for justice, equality, uplift the downtrodden and protect the weak.

He further encouraged the students to have cordial relation with all the tribes so as to live in harmony with one another.

The programme highlighted three session including theme session, panel discussion and orientation programme.

Meritorious students were also felicitated during the programme.

M e a n w h i l e, Khaghaboto Area Students’ Union in its endeavour to make Khaghaboto area “Clean and green” organized cleanliness drive on January 9, at its headquaters, Khaghaboto town.

The union also directed all units under KASU to carry out cleanliness drive in their respective villages.

All GBs and village elders have been informed to install dustbins in strategic location so as to facilitate the cleanliness drive.

DIAMPUR: In view of the forthcoming Republic Day celebration, a meeting was held on January 12, at ADC office, Atoizu.

During the meeting work distribution was assigned to various departments.

Asukhuto village, Vekuho New and Vekuho old would be presenting cultural items. ADC has further informed departments to complete the assigned task and be present during the celebration. Earlier, the meeting was chaired by ADC, Atoizu, Hito Sema.

Peren: A mass social work was held on January 17, at Multi Disciplinary Outdoor Sports complex, New Hqs Peren with the initiative of administrative officers led by DC Peren, Zarenthung Ezung in view of the coming Republic Day celebration.

Meanwhile, work distribution meeting in connection with the ensuing Republic Day celebration was held at Peren, DC’s conference hall under the chairmanship of DC Peren, Zarenthung Ezung.

Appraising the members, Chairman said that, it is the protocol duty of each Department to participate in the Republic Day celebration. Various Departments were assigned

different duties. He also called upon the government employees of the district to participate in the celebration.

Pfutsero: Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Pfutsero Sangmai C. Imlong held a meeting on January 17, at ADC office conference hall to chalk out the programme for the forth coming Republic Day celebration.

The meeting was held with all heads of offices, institutions, presidents of political parties, ward chairmen and Head GBs of Pfutsero Town.

At the meeting, house discussed work distribution to various departments of Pfutsero Town.

Meanwhile, ADC has convened mass social work on January 23, at 7 a.m. in Pfutsero town. All citizens and town dwellers have been requested to participate in the mass social work.

ADC further directed all government departments to clean the office premises on the same day without fail.

Ko h i m a : D e p u t y Commissioner Kohima, Rajesh Soudararajan, IAS has informed that the following parade contingents will be participating on Re-

public Day, January 26.

The parade contingents are: 3rd Assam Rifles:- 1 (one) Contingent; 164 Naga Territorial Army:- 1 (one) Contingent; 78th Bn CRPF :- 1 (one) Contingent; 4th NAP :(one) Contingent; 10th Bn IRB :- (one) Contingent; DEF Kohima :- 1 (one) Contingent; Mahila Bn :- 1 (one) Contingent; Home Guards :- 1 (one) Contingent; NCC :- 2 (two) contingents (Boys and Girls); Bharat Scouts & Guides :- 1 (one) Contingent; Ex- serviceman :- 1 (one) Contingent; School Contingents :- 1(one) Contingent (4th NAP Regimental School); Other State :- BSF to confirm; Brass Band :- Nagaland Police; Pipe Band :- 3rd Assam Rifles and Pipe Band :- Nagaland Adolescent Girls Club.

The parade rehearsal will start from January 18 at 7:30 a.m. The final rehearsal would be held on January 24 and the transportation for school contingents, Ex- Serviceman and Scouts and Guides will be arranged by the District Administration Kohima.

Meanwhile, following Organizations, Clubs and NGO’s have volunteered to visit the under- mentioned Homes and Institu-

tions on Republic Day on 26th January 2017: Naga Hospital Kohima( NHK):- SBI Kohima main Branch; Old Age Home (Near REILIT):- Kohima Chamber of commerce & Industry (KCCI); Kohima Orphanage and Destitute Home:Nagaland Association for Adventure Mountaineering Education (NAAME); District Jail kohima:- Nagaland Contractors & Suppliers Union (NCSU); Leprosy Colony-Naga Bazaar:- Rotary Club; State Mental Health Institute, Aradura Hill :- Gorkha Public Panchayat; District TB & Chest Disease Hospital Khuzama:- Lions Club; Eden Garden Orphanage Khuzama:Angami Catholic Union; KRIPA Centre:- Kohima Press Club; SPASTIC Society:- Nagaland Women Voluntary Association; AIDS Hospice Mt. Gilead Home:- Classic Club; Bright Morning Star Orphanage, Perizie (Near IG Stadium):- Royal Club; Differently Abled Children of Cherry Blossom, Lerie:- Kohima District Legal Service Authority and Distribution of Sweets at the Parade Ground:Nagaland Police Service Association.

ERKSU celebrates 25th anniversary

ToT on peace building

Faith camp held for Catholic children

Chief Guest Daw Sandar Minn (4-L) and others after the anniversary celebration.

DIMAPUR: Eastern Region Khiamniungan Students Union (ERKSU) celebrated its 25th anniversary with the theme “envision for concord existence through education” on January 6 to 8 at Tsonniu village with the member of parliament Yangon region, Daw Sandar Minn as the chief guest.

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casion, Sandar Minn applauded the office bearers for taking the hardship and to organized the occasion.

He said students play a vital role in making the society function smoothly.

He congratulated the ERKSU and wished that the union go another milestone to achieve the golden goal.

Though Nagas are

gifted in every field, Sandar Minn lamented that due to lack of development somehow they were left behind. However, he said that Nagas should work together and pursue quality education to be at par with others.

Meanwhile the inaugural programme was chair

by A. Nathan and Kunniu Khiam. Short speeches

were delivered by special guest general secretary KTC, Puchai PM and president NSO, Y. Khomong.

Welcome address was given by president ERKSU, L. Patun, while special song was presented by former Ehou keh band vocalist, Nokyen Shiu. The programme began with the invocation by pastor Lamnyah and benediction by pastor Pukha.

DIMAPUR: Peace Channel would conduct five-day training of trainers (TOT) on peace building and conflict transformation at Development Association of Nagaland (DAN) training centre, Carmel Campus, Chekiye village 4th mile Dimapur Nagaland from January 19 to 25.

Intending teachers, leaders or youth who would like to be trained on different modules of fundamentals of peace building, inner peace, life skill development, youth issues and challenges, protection of environment, conflict transformation skills, human right education, non-violent communication, leadership and career guidance have been asked to submit their name to peacechannel05@ gmail.com on or before January 18 or contact 943626043,9856093469, 8974867937. The training cost would be borne by the organization.

The arrested person along with the seized ganja.

DIMAPUR: Narcotic Cell of Excise Department while on duty at Chumukedima check gate has seized contraband ganja weighing approx. 160 kgs on January 15 after receiving specific information about transportation of ganja between Senapati and Dimapur.

In a press note, superintendent of Excise, S.Phyobemo Kikon, stated that on duty party led by inspector S. Kakiho Yeptho, and his personnel after a hot chase, intercepted the vehicle (Esteem) DL4CH-

0985 at Chumukedima area at 11.30 am.

Kikon stated that upon search of the vehicle the contraband ganja was recovered and immediately the duty party seized and arrested the occupant of the vehicle R. John Maram, son of Rang Maram of Lairouching.

In this regard, a case had been registered and forwarded to the court for further necessary investigation and trial under appropriate section of the law, Kikon added.

ABCD CEM conducts VBS

DIMAPUR: Ao Baptist Church Diphupar (ABCD) Christian Education Ministry (CEM) conducted Vacation Bible School (VBS) from January 11-15 on the theme “Cave Quest: Following the light of the world”.Throughout the week the children learned Bible stories, songs, crafts and plays based on the theme and for the first time the church tried the City Verve VBS course and the teachers as well as the students commented that this course is children friendly and more relevant and interesting for the children. Altogether 250 children attended the VBS.

Children and teachers after the “faith camp” at Kiphire DIMAPUR: Three-day faith camp for Catholic children of St. Peter’s Church, Kiphire was held from January 13 to 15, under the themes “Know God, know life” and “Deepen your faith.”

The participants were divided into two groups between Classes 3-7 and Classes 8-12. The sessions included explanation on the topics, appropriate video shows on the lessons and the subsequent activity on the subject matter. The activities included fill in the blanks,

word search, jumble of words, coloring the graphics, and question-answer pattern.

Classes 3-7 dealt on the topic “We share God’s love for creation”, “Ways to say thank you”, “Jesus and Mary”, ‘Our Loving God,’ ‘Jesus Forgives,’ ‘We Pray as Jesus Did,’ and “The works of Mercy” whereas the topics for Classes 8-12 included “The sacraments of baptism, holy Eucharist and confirmation”, “The sacraments of reconcilia-

tion, holy matrimony, holy orders and anointing of the sick”, “The liturgy of the word”, “The liturgy of the Eucharist”, and “The creed”. The camp also highlighted songs, party games, skits and role plays.

The camp was exhorted by parish priest Rev. Fr. Ntonse John Lotha. Altogether 85 children participated in the faith camp. The camp was conducted by Rev. Fr. Loyola Antony, Bro. Stephen, Sr. Cicilia and Sr. Angelle.

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WEATHER FORECAST January 18

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Agartala Plenty of sunshine

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Nice with plenty of sunshine 23 9

Guwahati Hazy sunshine Imphal

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Nice with plenty of sunshine 24 6

Itanagar Sunny and pleasant

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Shillong

Hazy sunshine

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Kohima

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Dimapur Delightful with plenty of sun 24 9 Mkg

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Tuensang Sunny and cooler

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Zunheboto Sunny and cooler

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UYO alleges backdoor appointments DIMAPUR: United Youth Organization (UYO) has alleged that there have been backdoor appointments in various posts under Chief Medical Officer (CMO) office Tuensang from 2013 to 2016.

In a press release, U YO p r e s i d e n t B. M .

Ya n c h u C h a n g a n d general secretary, Moa. S. Chang, claimed that the organization has detected through RTI Act (2005) wherein a total appointment was estimated to be 161 posts.

In this regard, UYO has urged the concern department to terminate those appointees and advertise t h e va c a n c i e s. I t h a s asked the department to conduct proper interview and appoint the deserving candidates.

Cultural troupes performing at Yimchunger-Sümi cultural exchange programme.

DIMAPUR: A cultural exchange programme was organised to strengthen the age-old relationship between Yimchungers and Sümis on January 16 at Chessore village, Tuensang district.

The programme was organised by Yimchunger Tribal Council (YTC) and Sümi Hoho (SH).

The celebration was marked with the presence of frontal organizations, gazetted officers, village c o u n c i l , G B s, c h u r c h association, various NPGs, present and former officials of YTC, SH and legislators.

The monolith was unveiled by the respective tribal presidents and word of dedication was said by pastor Yimto.

While speaking on the occasion, minister of Roads & Bridges Y. Vikheho Swu stressed on the importance of road connectivity for all round development .

He divulged various works undertaken by the government to connect the people of Northeast with the rest of the Asian countries.

Swu also emphasized on the importance of preserving traditional values

STF meeting on IPPI & MI phase-4 held in Kohima

DIMAPUR: State task force meeting on Intensified Pulse Polio Immunization (IPPI) & Mission Indradhanush (MI) Phase-4 was conducted on Tuesday at the conference hall of Health & Family Welfare, Kohima.

Home Commissioner & commissioner & secretary of Health & Family Welfare, Abhijit Sinha delivered the welcome and key note address.

In his keynote address, Sinha termed immunization as a very important programme to protect the child from all kinds of diseases.

In this regard, he requested and sought cooperation from all masses especially the stake holders and church leaders to create awareness to make the immunization programme a success in Nagaland.

He also pointed out that full immunization in Nagaland was far behind and as such warned that immunization should be carried out in such a way that no child was missed out.

Abhijit Sinha also appealed the church leaders to

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use the church platform as a means to give awareness to the community and the people as a whole so as to make the future of our children’s health more secure.

Pulse Polio would be held on January 29 while MI would begin from February 7, covering 7 days four consecutive months.

Presentations were given by Dr. Subhajit, Dr. Visasieu Kire State Immunization Officer, Dr Shiela (WHO-NPSP), Kingson K Shimray SPO (UNDP Nagaland), UNICEF and Marykali Yepthomi consultant SBCC .

The meeting was attended by officials from state and district, officer from School Education and church leaders.

and customs to the younger generation so that our culture and values would remain intact. The minister urged the Nagas to be self reliant and able to generate income through agriculture, livestock etc.

MLA and chairman NKVIB, T.Torechu expressed that the relationship between the two tribes would be exemplary to other Nagas through its honesty, mutual respect and aspiration to live in unity and peace.

Parliamentary secretary o f M u n i c i p a l A f f a i r s, Economics & Statistics R.

Tohanba in his message conveyed that the Sumi and Yimchunger sharing land boundaries had co-existed since time immemorial and assured to extend help in both good and hard times.

Sümi Hoho president, Toniho Yepthomi, in his message gave a brief history of Sumi and Yimchunger tribes dating back to 1930s and how from 1936 the relationship between the two tribes was re-strengthened.

He highlighted that the association was running into its 81 years of concord and saw tremendous amount of trust and respect between the two. Yepthomi said that this should continue in the spirit of brotherhood and encouraged the two tribes to focus on education sector for rapid all round development to take place.

YTC presdient, K. Keozih acknowledged the relentless co-operation extended to the Yimchunger community and he believed that this program would further strengthen the age old relationship to a new level. The programme was chaired by Khalenmew (Y/S YBBA), welcome speech by Throngso Yimchunger (V/P

YTC), special presentation

by Kihoto Theological College and blessing prayer

by Rev. Shitozu. Advisor of YTC, K. Zungkum in his short speech imparted the history of brotherhood of two tribes and expressed gratitude to Sumi pioneer for the initiative undertaken to share gospel and education to Yimchunger land in the early 1950’s.

Yimchunger GBs union president, K. Lakiumong shared the significance of Tsungkamnio, Cultural values of Yimchunger and Sumi was shared by Thsesong, former president YTC and Toshi Wungtung, advisor to ENPO praised that Sumis for being the torchbearer in Yimchunger land.

The presentation to invitees and officials to both tribes was showered

by Yimchunger Women Organisation (YWO) and vote of thanks was proposed

by Tsuyihba, jt. secy YTC. The momentous event also witnessed the spirited cultural folk songs and warrior dance by the Sumi Cultural Troupes and the Yimchunger cultural troupes.

Trg for widows at Pinnacle Skills

DWO Dimapur Tosheli Sema speaking at the inauguration function.

DIMAPUR: A special training for widows, sponsored by Tata Trust was inaugurated by District Welfare Officer Dimapur, Tosheli Sema at Pinnacle Skills, Nagarjan, Dimapur on Tuesday.

Under this programme, widows would be imparted a three-month training program on cutting and tailoring. The trainees would receive a stipend of Rs 1,500 per month. After training, the widows would be given a sewing machine and certificate each.

Speaking at the inauguration programme as chief guest, Tosheli appreciated the unique opportunity given to widows. She mentioned that besides get-

ting trained, widows could also use the opportunity to make new friends.

Tosheli asked the widows to also take benefit of the government’s pension scheme for widows.

Earlier in the programme director, Aloino Centre and chaplain Central Jail Dimapur Anshley Sumi offered the prayer.

Chief executive of Pinnacle Skills, Dr. Yan Murry gave a project overview.

Executive director of Pinnacle Skills Jenny Haining Murry gave the vote of thanks. The programme was chaired by assistant manager training, Ajung Jamir. CDPO Dimapur (Urban) Asangla Jamir also attended the programme.

Ruzazho village council slams AR for assault; seeks inquiry

D I M A P U R : Ru z a z h o Village Council (RVC) has expressed resentment against Assam Rifles for apprehending one its members, Velasayi Sapuh, on January 10 midnight at his resident Agri-Forest Colony Kohima and “torturing him using all different ways until he was forced to sign the false accused document”.

In the press release, RVC chairman Jolelhu Veswuh and secretar y Vevota Swuro claimed that on that fateful night, the other tenants were also not spared but harassed by randomly searching their rooms causing mental tortured to the small children and women also.

The council claimed that Assam Rifles after

searching the room manipulated the neighbour to sign a piece of paper “no objection certificate” w i t h o u t k n ow i n g t h e contents. However, RVC said the victim’s wife on finding that the paper stated that one 0.22 pistol was found in their house and refused to sign the document. The Assam Rifles whisked her and forcefully made her to sign the paper, RVC claimed.

The village council also claimed that in the year 2016 January, the victim, Velasayi Sapuh, was apprehended by Assam Rifles and manipulated him

to sign the document falsely accusing him as deputy kilonser of NSCN (K).

RVC said that these two incidents have led the council to suspect some “foul play or conspiracy” for which the life of Velasayi Sapuh has been threatened.

The council also pointed out that Velasayi Sapuh was found to be innocent when tried by the first class magistrate’s court vide criminal case no. 3 for 2016 incident. The council clarified that he neither joined any underground faction before nor was involved in any anti-national activity.

RVC while condemning such act towards its member said that the so called “Friends of the hills people” who were sent out with the sole mission of protecting its country’s citizens has instilled “fear psychosis in the minds of its citizens by arresting, torturing and manipulation”. The council stated the repercussions of these callous behaviour and abuse of power by Assam Rifles personnel would

hamper the patriotic spirit of the Indian nation and they would achieve exactly to opposite of what they were sent out to achieve.

F u r t h e r, RVC h a s urged the state government to set up an independent inquir y commission to unearth the truth behind the conspiracy of torturing innocent citizen, book the responsible person (s) and initiate appropriate action as per the law of the land.

KVK Mon ‘technology week’

Farmers and officials after the programme.

DIMAPUR: Technology week was organized by Krishi Vig yan Kendra (KVK) Mon from January 12-17 at KVK Office Aboi with additional deputy commissioner, Aboi, Wasu Katiry as the chief guest of the inaugural session.

Katiry in his speech appealed to the farming community to adopt scientific technologies and practices for increasing farm income, particularly through agricultural and allied sector like bee keeping, mushroom production etc.

He motivated the farmers by citing an example of Israel, once a desert country, however with the commitment of farming community and simultaneously due to adoption of scientific agricultural technologies, they became self- reliant and self- sustained.

Katiry also inaugurated the technology showcasing cum exhibition stall.

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latest technologies imparted by the Kendra in order to reap the benefits.

Farmer-scientist interaction at Mohung village, lectures, agricultural exhibition, poster display, method demonstration, distribution of extension literatures and field visit were also held during the week.

A total of 253 participants from Civil Society, Farmers Club, Village Council, r ural youth, students, Extension Personnel and Farm Women from various villages attend the programme.

Concluding remark of the programme was summarized by Dr. Ruokuovilie Mezhatsu. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Martha Chakruno.

Earlier, the inaugural session was chaired by senior scientist cum head Dr. R. Mezhatsu, welcome address

by SMS (Soil Science) I m t i nu k s u n g, a n d t h e programme was highlighted by, SMS (Animal Science) Dr. Paihem Michui.

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JFP to persuade Centre to lift economic blockade

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IMPHAL, Jan 17: A 17member team of the Joint Forum for Peace (JFP) Tuesday left Imphal for New Delhi to urge the Central leaders to either clear the 78 days old economic blockade or get it lifted at the earliest.

JFP is a forum of 64 different civil society organizations (CSOs) based in both hills and valley areas of the state to work together to restore normalcy in Manipur arising out of economic blockade imposed by the United Naga Council (UNC).

The objective of the trip is to get the economic blockade lifted through intervention of the Central government at the level of the Prime Minister and the Union home minister.

The team is planning to hold a meeting with the Union home minister Rajnath Singh on January 18 which will be followed by a meeting with the Prime Minister if they get the appointment.

As stated by the delegates, they will also meet

with other leaders of the Central government to draw their attention in appraising the Prime Minister and Union home minister.

During their camping at the national capital, the delegates are planning to stage a protest demonstration along with Manipuri people staying/living in Delhi urging the Central government to intervene and resolve the economic blockade permanently.

Among others, the 17 delegates of the JFP include representatives of Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), Kabui Mothers’ Association (KMA), All Tribal Students’ Union Manipur (ATSUM), United Committee Manipur (UCM), Committee of Civil Societies Kangleipak (CCSK) Manipur, All Manipur United Clubs Organization (AMUCO) and All Manipur Muslim Organisations’ Coordinating Committee (AMMOCOC).

President of UCM Elangbam Johnson is leading the delegation of the JPF. At the time of formation of the forum, it was agreed to approach

the Central government, if necessary, to get the UNC’s indefinite economic blockade lifted.

Recently, the UNC’s prolonged economic blockade was retaliated by counter economic blockade at different pockets of Manipur valley.

Nonetheless, the JFP and other civil society organisations have been working relentlessly to thwart any untoward incident which may result out of the economic blockade and the counter economic blockade.

JFP’s trip to Delhi is in no way related to the invitation extended by Centre’s interlocutor R N Ravi to citizen organisations to hold consultations on the ongoing peace talk between the Centre and the NSCN (I-M) on January 20 in Delhi.

The interlocutor invited UCM, AMUCO and CCSK to hold talks on January 20 as part of his (Ravi) series of consultations with CSOs in Manipur on the sideline of the peace negotiation between government of India and NSCN (I-M).

EPFO launches special Employees Enrolment Campaign, 2017

DIMAPUR, JAN 17 (NPN): EPFO has launched a special campaign to provide opportunity to the employers to voluntarily come forward and declare details of all employees who were entitled for PF membership between April 1, 2009 to December 31, 2016 but could not be enrolled for any reason.

The campaign started from January 1, 2017 and would continue till March 31, 2017 and aims to extend PF benefits to employees hitherto deprived of PF benefits.

A press note by regional provident fund commissioner-I (NE Region), B. Lalzamang stated that salient features of the campaign are: The employee’s share of contribution if declared by the employer as not deducted shall stand waived; The damages to be paid by the employer in respect of the employees for whom declaration has been made under this campaign shall be at the rate of Rupee 1(one) per annum; No admin-

istrative charges shall be collected from the employer in respect of the contribution made under the declaration; A declaration can be made under the Campaign for the period for which no inquiry under section 7A has been initiated.

It also stated that establishments that enroll new employees under the campaign would be eligible to draw benefits available under Pradhan Mantri Rojgar Protsahan Yojana (PMRPY) as well as Pradhan Mantri Paridhan Rojgar Protsahan Yojana (PMPRY).

The government of India pays 8.33% contribution of employers’ share to the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) in respect of new employees having UAN. It also informed that any employer may send during the campaign period, a declaration, in the prescribed format, for membership of the employees. More details of the campaign and FAQs are available at www.epfindia.gov.in

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Bail plea hearing for UNC leaders on January 21

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IMPHAL, Jan 17: The Imphal East chief judicial magistrate has extended the custody of UNC president and his publicity secretary for four more days while fixing bail plea hearing for January 21.

Completing the seven day police custody period after the last extension, UNC president Gaidon Kamei and his publicity secretary Shangkhel Stephen were produced in the court of the Imphal East CJM today.

While producing them, police prayed the court to extend the remand period for another 20 days. However, the court remanded them further only for four days while directing the police to produce them on January 21. The application filed by the accused persons under section 437 CrPC (related with granting bail in case of non- bailable offence) will be considered on the same day, the court pronounced.

Due medical treatment and adequate food must be given to the accused persons while they are in the police custody, the court added.

The latest police custody remand for the UNC president and publicity secretary were related with

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Itanagar, Jan 17 (PTI): Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has allotted portfolios to newly inducted three cabinet ministers. The new minister were sworn in on January 15.

Bamang Felix has been allocated the portfolio of PHED, while Alo Libang has been given the Department of Panchayati Raj and Rural Development. Dr Mahesh Chai has been given the Veterinary, Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Department.

He would also look after Art and Culture Department as Minister In-charge, an official release said today. Tamiyo Taga would hold the charge of Power (Electrical) in addition to his already allotted portfolios of Industries, Textiles and Handicrafts.

Shillong, Jan 17: Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma on Tuesday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of trying to divide the “haves” and “have-nots” of India through demonetisation.

“We condemn the Prime Minister who had said that postdemonetisation; the poor are enjoying a sound sleep while the rich are running around to buy sleeping pills. This is unexpected from a Prime Minister, and he was trying to divide the nation amongst the haves and the havenots,” Sangma told journalists.

“It is uncalled for, unseen and unheard, and it is dangerous and unprecedented,” he stated.

The senior Congress leader from the north-eastern states also alleged that the Prime Minister had “indirectly” helped the

IN THE COURT OF SMTI. SEYIELENUO MEZHU, CIVIL JUDGE (JUNIOR DIVISION), DIMAPUR : NAGALAND EXECUTION CASE NO : 10/2016 DECREE-HOLDER : North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd., Dimapur JUDGMENT-DEBTOR(S) : M/s Faith Multipurpose Co-operative Society Ltd. & 2 Others To 1. M/s Faith Multipurpose Co-operative Society Ltd., Khehokhu Village, Dimapur; Nagaland 2. Shri. Vikiye Sumi, Chairman, Faith Multipurpose Co-operative Society Ltd., Khehokhu Village, Dimapur, Nagaland 3. Shri. Hekato Sumi, Secretary, Faith Multipurpose Co-operative Society Ltd., Khehokhu Village, Dimapur, Nagaland.

Whereas an application has been made in this Court by the Decree-Holder, North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd., Dimapur praying for execution of the decree dated 12/04/14 of the National Lok Adalak No. 02.

You are hereby asked to appear in person or through pleader in this Court on 09/02/2017 at 10:30 a.m to Show-Cause as to why the execution as prayed for should not be granted, in default the matter shall be heard and decided in your absence.

Given under my hand and seal of the Court this 12th day of Jan. 2017.

IN THE COURT OF SMTI. SEYIELENUO MEZHU, CIVIL JUDGE (JUNIOR DIVISION), DIMAPUR : NAGALAND EXECUTION CASE NO : 5/2016 DECREE-HOLDER : North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd., Dimapur JUDGMENT-DEBTOR(S) : Smti. Tokheli N. Chishi & Another To 1. Smti. Tokheli N. Chishi., Prof- M/s Popular Bakery, House No. 54, Agri Colony, 'H' Khel, 4th Mile, Diphupar, Dimapur : Nagaland 2. Shri. N. Vikato, Draftry, Office of the Deputy Inspector of Schools, Dimapur, Nagaland

IN THE COURT OF

SHRI. INALO ZHIMOMI, CHIEF JUDICIAL MAGISTRATE AT DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

Whereas an application has been made in this Court by the Decree-Holder, North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd., Dimapur praying for execution of the decree dated 12/04/14 of the National Lok Adalak No. 02.

You are hereby asked to appear in person or through pleader in this Court on 09/02/2017 at 10:30 a.m to Show-Cause as to why the execution as prayed for should not be granted, in default the matter shall be heard and decided in your absence.

Given under my hand and seal of the Court this 12th day of Jan. 2017.

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CIVIL JUDGE (JUNIOR DIVISION) DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

SHRI. INALO ZHIMOMI, CHIEF JUDICIAL MAGISTRATE AT DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

C.R. 45 of 2015 U/s 138 N.I. Act

SUMMONS TO AN ACCUSED PERSON

SUMMONS TO AN ACCUSED PERSON

Smti. Roko Newmai, Prop- M/S Smart Shop 108, K.E. Complex, A3-A9, Nagarjan Police Point, Dimapur, Nagaland.

Alternative Address : Smti. Roko Newmai, House No. 177, Ura Villa Colony, Near Circuit House, Dimapur, Nagaland.

You are hereby summoned to appear in my court on the 9th Day of February 2017 at 10:30 A.M O' clock in person or duly instructed pleader as to answer the charge in connection with the above noted case without fail.

Dated this the 12th day of January 2017.

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Magistrate

To,

Smti. Lucky Ragui, Prop- M/S City Wear, Naga Shopping Arcade, Shop No. 19, Super Market, Dimapur.

Alternative Address : Smti. Lucky Ragui, House No. 23, Wungram Colony, Purana Bazar, Dimapur, Nagaland You are hereby summoned to appear in my court on the 9th Day of February 2017 at 10:30 A.M O' clock in person or duly instructed pleader as to answer the charge in connection with the above noted case without fail.

Dated this the 12th day of January 2017.

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S hillon g, Jan 1 7 (Agencies): The arrest of an MLA in connection with the rape of a minor has led police on a trail which could turn up leads for a sex racket in the state.

Since Inde pendent MLA Julius Dorphang’s crime came to light, nine arrests have been made in the case, with police saying that more arrests could follow soon. Dorphang was arrested from Guwahati after he was named by the 14-yearold victim, who said she had been sexually violated by the legislator twice.

The sex racket came to light after an employee of the guest house was arrested for trafficking the victim last month. The girl was rescued from near the guest house and brought to the police station, where she named all those involved in the trafficking. Indicating that the case at hand involved “influential people”, a senior police official said, “Based on intelligence inputs we have received, more arrests are likely to be made.”

Nine people, including Dorphang, have been arrested so far based on FIRs filed by the State Commission for Protection of Child Rights.

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“enemies of the nation” in regularising fake currency notes.

“Whether these banks have their wherewithal and equipped to segregate the fake notes from the genuine ones during the process of depositing the demonetized currency notes,” the Chief Minister asked “What I am trying to say is that with the amount of money that has been deposited, it means that Modiji has facilitated access of these fake notes, which were in circulation, into the banking system and regularise them,” Sangma explained.

“These fake notes are of the enemies of the nation. Indirectly, he (Modi) has helped the enemies of the nation by allowing access of these fake notes and legalising them through the demonetisation process. It is a great danger for the nation,” he further said.

Dearest Atebü, Wishing Happy Birthday to you who have my smiles.

May our good Lord guide you wherever you go (Joshua1:9). Prayers for you that God bless you in hundred folds for all the happiness you have bestowed upon me and others. May you have a Prosperous, Meaningful and Successful future ahead. God loves you. Have the best birthday ever!! ;) Remembering you always, Your dearest Okharo.

Happy Birthday Aghati We hope you have a wonderful day and that the year ahead is filled with much love, many wonderful surprises and gives you lasting memories that you will cherish in all the days ahead. Happy Birthday.

Always from Mom, dad & Brothers ...

Woman jumps off speeding vehicle to escape rape attempt

GUWAHATI, Jan 17 (Agencies): A widow in Assam was seriously injured after she had jumped off a speeding vehicle to escape an alleged rape attempt.

The police said the woman, who is in her midforties, was undergoing treatment at a governmentrun hospital in eastern Assam’s Golaghat town. She sustained injuries on her head and one eye, a doctor at the hospital said.

The incident occurred at around 8 pm on Monday when the woman was travelling from her birthplace Titabor in Jorhat district to Silanijan, about 60 km away, in Karbi Anglong district where she has been living ever since her marriage.

“I had dropped her at the bus stop at Titabor where she boarded a Golaghat-bound bus. In Golaghat, she probably didn’t get a bus to go further to Silanijan and boarded a goods-laden vehicle,” a relative told the media on Tuesday.

The police said the woman had asked the driver to drop her at Silanijan but when the vehicle,

which was travelling at a very high speed, did not stop there saying they had not reached the place, she panicked and jumped off at a bridge near the Nambar Reserve Forest.

The locals found her with severe injuries lying unconscious by the roadside. Later, the police rushed her to the hospital.

Karbi Anglong Superintendent of Police, Debojit Deuri, told Express that it was a goods-laden DI truck. While three persons, including the driver, were on the front seat, the woman was seated on the back seat.

“She hasn’t told us anything about rape or molestation attempt on her. Perhaps, the trio had such an intention but nothing happened till the time she had jumped off the vehicle,” Deuri said.

Asked if the police could identify the vehicle or the trio, he said, “She hasn’t been able to give us details of the vehicle except that it was white DI. We’re investigating,” he said.

The woman had gone to her parental home in Titabor on January 15 and was returning on Monday.

CLOSING PROGRAMME

ZUNHEBOTO : NAGALAND

Theme : ‘Strengthen Resolute Excel’.

The Baimho Village Council is constrained to issue a clarification regarding the report of BSU Annual Session which appeared in Nagaland Post dated 01/01/2017, where in a particular paragraph stated the Baimho Village (Namely Lower or Chilsa and Upper Baimho or Lashosha) is administered by respective Head G.B's", which is wrongly mentioned. Such report is misleading and is detrimental to sentiments of the general public of Baimho Village. From the times of Britishers to the present, Baimho Village has never been divided in any sense (Administrative or Political) and remain as one recognized village. One should be careful to media in future. Therefore, the Baimho Village Council, once and for all clears the situation as stated above. Any queries will be entertained in the Council Hall and not through Media.

(Hotokhu Chophy, Akukau) Council Chairman Baimho Village

IN THE COURT OF

SHRI. INALO ZHIMOMI, CHIEF JUDICIAL MAGISTRATE AT DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

C.R. 43 of 2015 U/s 138 N.I. Act

SUMMONS TO AN ACCUSED PERSON To,

Smti. Hukheli Jakhalu, Prop- M/S K.O. Shop House No. 247, United Colony, Half Nagarjan, G.H.S.S. Sector, Dimapur, Nagaland You are hereby summoned to appear in my court on the 9th Day of February 2017 at 10:30 A.M O' clock in person or duly instructed pleader as to answer the charge in connection with the above noted case without fail.

Dated this the 12th day of January 2017.

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Love you: Papa, Mummy & Senro…

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CLARIFICATION ON REPORT OF B.S.U ANNUAL SESSION

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Sweetest Babe Chum Chum,..

Its your special day and you know you are so special and joy to our family. Keep smiling.. Happy Birthday

OFFICE OF THE

BAIMHO VILLAGE COUNCIL

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C.R. 41 of 2015 U/s 138 N.I. Act

To,

More arrests likely in M’laya guest house sex racket

Modi trying to divide the ‘haves and have-nots’: Meghalaya CM

NOTICE

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a case registered by the Nungba police station of Tamenglong district.

The case is related with burning down of a truck (MN07C-376) loaded with rice at Sibilong along the NH-37 during the ongoing UNC sponsored economic blockade on the national highways in Manipur.

In this case, police charged that the accused persons (Gaidon and Stephen) along with officials of UNC burnt down the vehicle to create more trouble for the public of Manipur.

Hectic efforts were made to arrest the other absconding accused persons however no arrest have been made so far.

The counsels of the accused persons objected the prayer of the IO for further custody and made a submission to grant bail stating that most of the offences leveled in the FIRs were all bailable.

The counsels further argued that in the cases lodged by the police, arrested UNC president and publicity secretary were not directly involved. However, satisfied with the prayer of the IO that he could not complete the investigation within the given time, the judge extended the custody period for four more days.

Khandu allocates portfolios to three new ministers

NOTICE

CIVIL JUDGE (JUNIOR DIVISION) DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

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Magistrate

Organised by : FALCON CLUB, MANGKOLEMBA

Date : 20th Jan. 2017 Time : 1:00 pm Venue : Public Ground Mangkolemba

Chief Guest : Shri. I. Imkong Former Minister, Govt. of Nagaland

1. Special Number : Mr Tongpangwati 2. Speech by the Chief Guest 3. Final Match 4. Vote of Thanks : Mr Tinu Langu, Secretary, Falcon Club 5. Prize Distribution : 6. Unhoisting of Tournament Flag 7. Benediction : Ms Allemla Jamir, Asso. Pastor Child Education Ministry, MBA DP-639

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER KOHIMA : NAGALAND PUBLIC NOTICE NO. REV/TRANS-1/2017/ Dated Kohima, the 16/01/2017 Whereas the following persons have applied for Transfer/ bifurcation of land patta Sl. No

Name

Patta No.

Location

1.

Kelhoukhrü Solo 7271 PWD Junction to M/S Entrepreneurs Associates 2.

Zekrol 46 'C' Daklane to Vilakhozo 3.

Viketho 8580 Keyieke Colony to Medokhriezo Kengurüsie 4.

Ropile Sophie 8207 B.O.C Area to Kechangunuo 5.

Bright Home Society 7991 Officeer's Hill to a) T.C Longchar b) C. Mayang Longchar Therefore public are hereby asked to file claims/objections if any within 30 (thirty) days from the date of publication of this notice.

After expiry of the stipulated time, no claims/objections will be entertained by this office.

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(Rajesh Soundararajan) IAS Deputy Commissioner, Kohima

Cong announces ties with Samajwadi Party

N E W D E L H I / LU C KNOW, JAN 17 (PTI): Efforts to form a “grand secular alliance” in pollbound Uttar Pradesh went into top gear today with the Congress declaring that it has decided to tie up with Samajwadi Party and the shape of the formation would be announced in the next two days.

“I am confident that the Samajwadi Party-Congress alliance will form the next government in Uttar Pradesh,” AICC General Secretary Ghulam Nabi Azad told reporters confirming about the much talked about the tie up.

Azad, who is in-charge of party affairs in UP, said this was just a beginning of the alliance process and the nitty gritty would be decided in the next one or two days.

He was asked whether it would be a grand secular alliance also comprising Ajit Singh’s RLD. At the AICC briefing later, party coordinator for UP Meem Afzal spoke in similar vein. “Congress will have an alliance with Samajwadi Party in Uttar Pradesh.

The details of the arrangement will be announced in the next two days,” he said. Congress announcement came close on the heels of reports from Lucknow where SP chief

Kumar’s JD-U is also said to be a minor partner.

Meanwhile, former Delhi Chief Minister Shiela Dikshit, who has been projected by Congress as the UP CM candidate, said that if the alliance takes place, she would step aside in favour of Akhilesh.

Ghulam Nabi Azad and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav said a decision on tying up with the Congress will be taken in a “day or two”.

“Decision on alliance (with Congress) will be taken in a day or two,” he said, buoyed by the Election Commission’s order recognising him as the President of Samajwadi Party and allowing him to retain the ‘bicycle’ symbol.

SP general secretary Ramgopal Yadav, a close aide of Akhilesh, expressed hope of a grand secular alliance to fight elections in the state. With the poll process set in motion after the issue of notification today, hectic efforts are underway to hammer out such an alliance, with Congress being offered 90 to 100 seats by the Akhilesh Yadav-led Samajwadi Party, which is also trying to rope in Ajit Singh’s RLD as a junior partner. Nitish

Freeze Cong’s poll symbol over Rahul remark: BJP to EC

NEW DELHI, JAN 17 (PTI): The Delhi High Court today sought response of the Ministry of Home Affairs on a plea seeking its status report on alleged poor quality food being served along the LoC as claimed by a BSF soldier on social media.

A bench of Chief Justice G Rohini and Justice Sangeeta Dhingra Sehgal also issued notice to Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and Assam Rifles seeking their stand on the allegation of poor quality food being given to jawans.

It also directed the BSF to produce before it the investigation report and the steps it has taken with regard to allegations levelled

by BSF jawan Tej Bahadur Yadav. “The steps have already been taken by respondent 2 (BSF) in this regard.

However, we would like to see their report. Whatever report you have, place before the court on next date of hearing, February 27,” the bench said.

The direction came after advocate Gaurang Kanth, appearing for BSF, informed the court that BSF has already done on the spot inspection after the incident.

“Things are in order. We have found nothing as was alleged by Yadav. However, we are further looking into

the issue,” Kanth submitted.

The bench, meanwhile, refused to issue any direction with regard to not taking any action against Yadav, as was sought by the petitioner, saying, “Sorry we will not go into it.”

The petition was filed

by Puran Chand Arya, a former central government employee, in the wake of a video posted on Facebook

by BSF jawan Tej Bahadur Yadav, claiming corruption among officers and poor working conditions.

The public interest litigation (PIL) sought direction to MHA to submit a status report with respect to all paramilitary forces in India over allegations of the BSF jawan in his video which went viral on social media. Citing the fundamental Right to Equality (Article 14) and Life (Article 21), the PIL filed through advocate Abhishek Kumar Choudhary highlights the allegations about insufficient and bad quality of food provided to jawans.

It seeks action on the incident so that the morale of the force is not affected and also asks for clarity on ration procurement, food preparation and servings to various categories of officers. On January 9, Yadav posted a video on Facebook which showed a meal box comprising a watery souplike dal, which he said had only turmeric and salt and a burnt chapatti.

AFFIDAVIT

Regd. No. : 179/2017, Date : 12/01/2017

I, Moamongla Jamir, Resident of 5 th Mile solemnly declare that my surname is inadvertently entered as Moamongla Chophi instead of Moamongla Jamir in my SBI Savings Account and both are one and same person.

From today, I shall be known as Moamongla Jamir in all official and correspondence documents.

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C H E N NA I , JA N 1 7 (IANS): In a move that could worry AIADMK’s new leader V.K. Sasikala, late Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa’s niece J. Deepa on Tuesday announced her decision to join politics but said she wasn’t sure whether she will enter the AIADMK or float a new party.

As her supporters raised slogans hailing her outside, Deepa told the media that she had no doubts about the circumstances surrounding the death of Jayalalithaa in December.

A graduate in English literature with a Masters in International Journalism from Cardiff University, Deepa said there were two views on her political journey. “I need time to decide.

Have to discuss with people.

We have to get everybody’s views.”

She said she would announce her next course of action on February 24, the birthday of her aunt Jayalalithaa.

And in comments

Regd. 27 Dt. 16-1-17 AFFIDAVIT I, Shri. Zümoyi Keyho, S/o Late Vechoprü Keyho of Khütsami Village, Phek District, Nagaland, do hereby declared that my daughter Miss. Zacisalü Keyho was wrongly recorded in her friends.

Her real name is Miss. Zacivolü Keyho The above statement is recorrect and true and I signed on this day of 16-01-17 Witness :1. Mr. Sevolhü Kappo.

2. Mr. Seto Kappo.

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AFFIDAVIT

I, Shri. Kuhoi J. Sumi, S/o Kahuto aged about 35 years resident of Ikishe village 5th Mile, Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as under : 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That my name is written/recorded as Kuhoi K. Zhimo in my SBI Bank Account Pass and in my Service Identity Card my name is Kuhoi K Sumi.

3. That these written above names are my name only and a single person i.e me.

4. That henceforth I shall be used only in my correct name written in my Service identity Card namely Kuhoi K. Sumi, and also I will change my correct name in my SBI Bank Account Pass Book.

5. That this affidavit is made to declare the above names are my name and the same person.

6. That the statements made from para 1 to 5 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing has been concealed therein.

And I signed this affidavit on this 16 th day of Jan' 2017 at Dimapur, Nagaland.

Deponent Solemnly affirmed and signed before me by the deponent.

Notary Public Regd. No. 23/2017, Date : 16/01/2017

AFFIDAVIT

Dt. 16-1-17

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We, the undersigned, namely Have our collective Title as Nyekha. Henceforth, We solemnly declared our Title as Follow:1. Yepokhwü 1.

Yepokhwü Kappo 2. Sevolhülü 2.

Sevolhülü Kappo 3. Sevolhü 3.

Sevolhü Kappo 4. Mülüvolü 4.

Mülüvolü Kappo 5. Shovelü 5.

Shovelü Kappo 6. Vekusalü 6.

Vekusalü Kappo 7. Vekhotalü 7.

Vekhotalü Kappo 8. Zapoveto 8.

Zapoveto Kappo 9. Vetsolü 9.

Vetsolü Kappo 10. Velhükhoto 10. Velhükhoto Kappo 11. Seto 11. Seto Kappo 12. Dziesevolü 12. Dziesevolü Kappo 13. Swüdükhrülü 13. Swüdükhrülü Kappo 14. Khrüzota 14. Khrüzota Kappo 15. Külhükhrülü 15. Külhükhrülü Kappo 16. Khrühulü 16. Khrühulü Kappo 17. Thüjoselü 17. Thüjoselü Kappo 18. Chekroso 18. Chekroso Kappo 19. Avelü 19. Avelü Kappo 20. Rükulü 20. Rükulü Kappo 21. Veto 21. Veto Kappo 22. Eto 22. Eto Kappo Kappo Title is also our birthright accordingly, As the father of these twenty two family members Father, Mother, Son, Daughter, I am in accord with change of title.

Judicial Magistrate YEPOKHWU KAPPO 1st Class Kohima, Nagaland Head of the Family

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER

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clearly directed at Sasikala, Deepa made it clear that she does not accept anybody other than AIADMK party founder, the late M.G. Ramachandran (MGR), and Jayalalithaa as the party leader.

She thanked her supporters and said she was not after Jayalaltihaaa’s property.

NEW DELHI, JAN 17 (PTI): All issues relating to the selection of the new chief of the Central Bureau of Investigation will be clear very soon, the Supreme Court was informed today.

A high-powered committee, comprising the Prime Minister, the Chief Justice of India and the Leader of Opposition, has met yesterday to decide the name of the new CBI Director, Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for the Centre, told a bench comprising Justices Kurian Joseph

By this affidavit sworn before Notary Public, Govt. of Nagaland vide Regd. No. 13/17 dated 17/1/2017, I have rectified my name in my Appointment Order under the Department of Medical, Govt. of Nagaland as LOCHUMLO YANTHAN instead of LOCHUMLO. DP-630

Regd. No. 28

Jayalalithaa’s niece Deepa Jayakumar addressing press conference in Chennai Tuesday. (PTI)

Claiming AIADMK cadres were with her, Deepa said she had not asked any other party for support and thanked the people for reposing confidence in her.

She said she would follow the footsteps of MGR and Jayalalithaa and would work for the welfare of the people.

Her relationship with Jayalalithaa was like that of a mother and daughter, she added, using words bound to upset Sasikala, a longtime aide to the late Chief Minister.

Deepa said Jayalalithaa’s death was a shock but before the shock could subside, changes had happened in the political space.

To a question whether AIADMK General Secretary Sasikala had invited her to join the party, Deepa replied: “No”.

Deepa avoided any anti-Sasikala remarks. Banners in Deepa’s support have come up all over the state.

The AIADMK said Deepa had made no attempt to join the AIADMK.

New CBI chief could be named by Jan 20

AFFIDAVIT

IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL, DISTRICT AND SESSIONS JUDGE, KOHIMA : NAGALAND

NOTICE NOTICE INVITING OTHER CLAIMENS TO REPRESENTATION TO COME FORWARD (UNDER PART-1 OF SECTION 375 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925) Succession Case No 01 of 2017 Where as application under succession act 1925 for grant of succession certificate for the estate of Late R.Seyiechütuo Metha has filed by Smti. Hisule Tep W/o Lt. R.Seyiechütuo Metha R/O H.No. 42 (A) Middle Midland Colony, Kohima to draw his:1.A/C No. 08990100007081 UCO Bank. 2. A/C No. 10180100004112 Baroda Bank, who expired on 09-07-2015. Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate of this said deceased may if she/he so desire appear in this court on or before the said day of 17th day of Feb 2017.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this 17th day of Jan 2017 Principal District & Session Judge, Kohima: Nagaland K-137

Jaya’s niece mulls joining AIADMK

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month, Gandhi had made comments co-relating his party’s symbol ‘hand’ with religious gods, violating the provisions of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, model code of conduct and the guidelines issued by the Supreme Court, BJP wrote in its complaint. Alleging that Gandhi’s remarks were in violation of model code of conduct, Javadekar said, “We have requested the Election Commission that Congress party’s election symbol should be frozen.”

The notification for the first phase of Uttar Pradesh assembly elections was issued on Tuesday.

Seventy-three assembly constituencies spread across 15 districts of western Uttar Pradesh would be going to polls in the first phase of the crucial elections, which will be held on February 11.

Western Uttar Pradesh has been witness to a major riot in Muzaffarnagar and many a communal tensions in the past five years of the Samajwadi Party (SP) rule, making it politically the most interesting round of polls even as the security agencies are keeping a tight watch, for fear of communal polarisation and unrest.

The districts going to polls in the first phase are Hapur, Bulandshahr, Aligarh, Mathura, Hathras, Agra, Firozabad, Shamli, Muzaffarnagar, Baghpat, Meerut, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida), Etah and Kasganj.

HC seeks MHA reply on plea for report on food served to jawans

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NEW DELHI, JAN 17 (PTI): BJP today demanded that the Election Commission freeze the election symbol of Congress alleging that its vice-president Rahul Gandhi violated the model code of conduct by linking his party symbol “hand” with various religious figures. A BJP delegation comprising Union ministers Prakash Javadekar and Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi and party office-bearers Bhupender Yadav, Anil Jain and Sidharth Nath Singh lodged a complaint with the Election Commission against Gandhi and sought freezing of the symbol.

“The grand old party Congress’ grand new leader has tried to give communal colour to the elections by his statement in which he corelated the Congress’ ‘hand’ with various religious figures. This is a clear cut case of corrupt practice. There should be action against both Congress and its leader,” Naqvi told reporters after filing complaint with EC. At Congress’ ‘Jan Vedna Sammelan’ earlier this

Notification for phase-I UP polls issued

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MOKOKCHUNG, NAGALAND No. JUDL – 17/90-91/344 Dated Mkg – 10th Jan’17 PUBLIC NOTICE Whereas Smti. Moaienla of Longsa village Mokokchung has applied for issue of Succession Certificate under the Indian Succession Act, 1925, in order to claim family pension against her husband Late Temjentoba Ao who has served as Constable 11th NAP (IR) Battalion Ruzaphema.

Therefore, public are hereby invited to file claims/objection if any within 30 (thirty) days from the date of issue of this notice. If no objection is received within the stipulated period, Succession Certificate shall be issued on her name.

Sd/Deputy Commissioner Mokokchung, Nagaland DC-90

and A M Khanwilkar. The bench deferred the hearing on a related PIL till January 20 after Rohatgi submitted that the minutes of the meeting “are still being drawn up” as the high-powered panel has deliberated on the short-listed names yesterday and things would be clear by Friday.

The court, on December 16 last year, had asked the government as to why the panel has not met so far. The Attorney General had then responded by saying that the meeting would take place soon.

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opinion/EDITORIAL

Nagaland Post

Post-mortem

Vol. XXVII NO. 42 Dimapur, wednesday, January 18, 2017

Ignoring the elephant

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n the light of several events that have taken place during the past months, it may not be out of context to suggest that the cacophony of political hype and hyperbole in Nagaland does little to mitigate the people’s undercurrent of despair. The list of concerns are many, loss of authority-family and society, blatant corruption, rising crimes, pervasive immorality and lawless syndrome -are enough to suggest, that things have gone wrong. The outward signs cannot hide the inward problems. These signs do not augur well for society in the long run. These expose the greatest tragedy confronting Naga society today- a perplexing veneration of profane politics that has no need for the rudder of rationality.

Politicalspeak has created many red herrings in Naga society and the current resentment of all major tribes against being taken for granted by their own government with the candy of civic polls being most profound. The lofty ideal of fulfilling a constitutional obligation to hold elections to Urban Local Bodies(ULBs) can also barely hide the intense interest to get central funds for “development” of towns in the state and the political motive to win the election semi-final before the 2018 final assembly elections and of course, sending a political message to politically interested women that the party ruling the government does care for them. Of course, this “constitutional obligation” cannot obliterate the other vital constitutional responsibility of the elected, to address the grievances of their people. The tribe organisations have yet to get organised over the crucial issue of knowing and understanding where their social and customary concerns lie vis-a-vis Article 371A since views are basic and not specific and that could take more time until credible leaders arrive on the scene. The most important aspect of striking a balance between the belief systems of the past and present is for the elected government to play a catalytic role. Nagaland is recognised and protected under Article 371A as a society of tribes having their own traditional practices and customary laws. The practices of the Nagas can only be described and interpreted by the Nagas themselves and not by those who have no idea about Naga way of life and who would look through the legal prism. Naga society has been hemmed in by polarized politics with politicians, both in or out of power, routinely resonating the cacophony of the call for “unity” for peace and solution. Both “unity” and “peace” is about promoting a free society, where various sections live in understanding and consequently , creating harmonious environment.

The sky wouldn’t have fallen on the government’s head had it taken a little more time to engage all these concerns. Unity as being ranted by the politicians, should be practised first when it is needed.

Like other states, Nagaland has its own social and other problems and when these have not been addressed, they seriously complicate the environment to the extent that today, no one in Nagaland really feels confident enough to say that the future is bright, even though there may be optimists who would like to find the light at the other end of the tunnel. Indeed, issues that are political in nature have gotten wedged into society’s growing problems and creating a negative synergy.

DailyDevotion The Call of the Natural Life When it pleased God…to reveal His Son in me…

—Galatians 1:15-16 The call of God is not a call to serve Him in any particular way. My contact with the nature of God will shape my understanding of His call and will help me realize what I truly desire to do for Him. The call of God is an expression of His nature; the service which results in my life is suited to me and is an expression of my nature. The call of the natural life was stated by the apostle Paul— “When it pleased God…to reveal His Son in me, that I might preach Him [that is,purely and solemnly expressHim] among the Gentiles….”

Service is the overflow which pours from a life filled with love and devotion. But strictly speaking, there is no call to that. Service is what I bring to the relationship and is the reflection of my identification with the nature of God. Service becomes a natural part of my life. God brings me into the proper relationship with Himself so that I can understand His call, and then I serve Him on my own out of a motivation of absolute love. Service to God is the deliberate love-gift of a nature that has heard the call of God. Service is an expression of my nature, and God’s call is an expression of His nature. Therefore, when I receive His nature and hear His call, His divine voice resounds throughout His nature and mine and the two become one in service. The Son of God reveals Himself in me, and out of devotion to Him service becomes my everyday way of life.

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Love begins by taking care of the closest ones - the ones at home. ~ Mother Teresa

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Customs, tradition and usages

agaland the abode of various Tribes since many generations has been practicing different Customs, Traditions and usages up till date although there is no written codification but yet is followed by convention. The absence of codified customary practices, Tradition and Usages has brought about multiple interpretation leading to dilution of the essence of the practice followed by the forefathers irrespective of the Tribes. It has therefore become imperative that the Naga society ponder over it and codify the Customs, Traditions and Usages for the younger generation unless we consider it redundant.

Applicability of law cannot be by choice for own benefit, however, in Nagaland suitability is practiced.

The State of Nagaland was formed out of 16 point agreement between Government of India and The Naga People’s Convention in 1960. Article 371A, the 13 amendment of the constitution gave special provision to the State of Nagaland in regard to (a) The Religious or social practices of the Nagas. (b) The customary laws

and procedure.(c) Civil and criminal Justice so far as these concern decision according to the Naga customary Law. (d) The ownership and transfer of law and its resources.

The special provisions has been interpreted time and again by many individuals in different capacity but has not come to a logical conclusion due to lack of consensus opinion as there is no authoritative codification. If this approach is continued there is a danger that sooner or later the entire privilege given may be abrogated.

I would like to share my opinion as regard to sub clause (ii) of Article 371A (1)(a) The customary laws and procedure.

Dictionary meaning: Customs defines (i) Traditional ways of behaving or doing something that is specific to a society place or time ( ii) Customary meaning in accordance with customs. Tradition (i) The passing on of customs or belief from generation to generation (ii) A long established custom or belief passed on in this way. Traditional (i) Having to do with or following tradition (ii) In the style of the early century.

Usages (i) A manner or

council.

The council will also deal with disputes and cases involving breaches of customary laws and usages.

Art 371 A (1) (a) Special provisions (ii) Naga customary law and procedure Having highlighted the relevant portions of 16 point agreement and Art.371A and the meaning of the customs, traditions and usages; the Naga brothers and sisters at this juncture may decide as to whether 33% reservation is within the preview of Article 371A of the constitution.

Customs, Traditions and usages. a) The Nagas in early days were pagans which worshipped the nature and the head led both the village administration as well all ceremonial rituals. Only the male participated in all these rituals. b) All social functions were headed by the male and the women assisted in the domestic works but did not lead in important functions. During the head hunting days the women along with the children were protected by a group of men selected to guard the women and the children; Whereas the men from the community par-

ticipated in the war. c) Only the male participated in the decision making. d) The Naga forefathers from time immemorial were called head hunters due to inter tribal territorial supremacy where only the male participated in the war. e) The Naga society is a patriarchal system f) During the forefather days wearing of clothings were as per merit of their heroism. g)The women being respected in the society were gifted with materials during their marriage by the family and the clan. h)Although the male led in all activities the women were held in high esteem and there was no discrimination.

These were practiced from generations in our Naga society, therefore to preserve this the word Customs, Traditions and usages were inserted in the agreements signed between GOI and the Naga representatives which culminated in the 13 amendment of Article 371A.As Special privileges for the State of Nagaland which is being debated in the present juncture.

There has been divergent views after the municipal election when 33% women reservation was declared by the state government where the civil societies have demanded for review of the said reservation alleging infringement of Art.371A. On considering the interpretation of Customs, Traditions and Usages it is amply clear that the word Customary denotes the Traditional ways of behaving or doing something that is specific to a society place or time in accordance with customs and Tradition having to do with or following tradition in the style of the early century. Usages, a manner or treating use, habitual or customary practice which the Naga society has been adhering till date.

Therefore 33% reservation in the municipal election is contrary to the customary practices of the Nagas.

Taking this into account, we have to protect the rights given to us and cautiously take correct measures by having wide consultation with the stake holder for the future generation.

P Pius Lotha, former Additional Advocate General.

Rejoinder to T.L. Angami

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ince the Indo-Naga political dispute started many lives have been lost and properties and house worth millions have been destroyed and like any other villages Zhadima also suffered consequences from the long civil war.

T.L. Angami quotes and thoughts are merely his personal inspirational opinion. Infact the Shillong accord was proven only to be a decoy resulting in the death of thousands of Nagas including innocent children, women who were subjected to molestation rape and even death.

On the 3rd of August the Delhi accord was signed between Government of India (GOI) and Th. Muivah to which the propaganda of the accord still remains a mystery to this very date. By God’s grace at the right time some Naga intellectuals came together to bring an amicable solution to all this inhuman

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treating use (ii) habitual or customary practice.

The 16 point agreement at Serial No 7 enunciates that, No Act or law passed by the Union parliament affecting the following provisions shall have legal force in the Nagaland unless specially applied to it by a majority vote of the Nagaland legislative assembly: (a) The Religious or social practices of the Nagas. (b) The customary laws and procedure. (c) Civil and criminal Justice so far as these concern decision according to the Naga customary Law. The existing law relating to administration of civil and criminal justice as provided in the Rules for the Administration of Justice and police in the Naga Hills District shall continue to be in force. (d) The ownership and transfer of land and its resources.

Serial No 8. : Local Self – Government: Each tribe shall have the following units of the rule making and administrative local bodies to deal with matters concerning the respective tribes and areas: (a) The Village council; (b) The range council; and(c) The Tribal

draconic laws and tormentation, they succeeded in bringing normalcy back to the region.

On the 9th unification day, Nagas of Nagaland State combining all the sixteen tribes working for the Naga national cause had decided to come under one roof on a common ground. Why then T.L.Angami had to bring confusion and delusion into the mind of the Nagas at this crucial stage, where national integrity seems to be the main objective.

He needs to give a concrete answer to why we have to follow the accord and put our whole trust on the GoI which looking from the past had been the major cause of Naga division, deteriorating directly or indirectly, politically or geographically or put our faith on a political group whose agenda remain hidden to this day, why should the Nagas who are wise decision makers put their faith on a pile of secretive papers which contains are

yet unknown.

The accord signed by the GoI and NSCN IM was a closed door deal and no other Nagas know on what base and ground was the accord amended.

Every Naga is familiar with dirty play of the GoI ever since 1947 and with the self obsessed dealings by some of our leaders who are ready to sell their national identity for selfish desires. Where in, these leaders are applauded by our own civil and local leaders to achieve publicity, while they all remain a puppet to the GoI. Six NPGs have come together on a common platform to work together for Naga integration why then does T.L. Angami preach disunity when all can see that these little ascending moves are the stepping stone to bring unity amongst the Nagas.

Also how can one rely on a pessimist who doesn’t believe in bringing peace, progress buid

by his own brothers, yet, aimlessly put his stake on a bunch of papers which he himself doesn’t know what it contains.

No authority have been given to him from Angami people to represent the whole tribe in following the Delhi accord, nor had any organisation vested him the power to speak for the whole Angami Tribe.

T.L. Angami himself being a past national struggler is clear of the fact how Nagas had suffered under the tyranny of the GoI and after lies and tortures inflicted on the Nagas, why should Nagas follow your proposal to drop all our ongoing progress on reconciliation and unity and worship the accord which you yourself is ignorant of the contents amended in the accord. Why preach and lead the Nagas into a darker cave when not knowing what lies inside.

Wherein you speak of trends set by our NPGs leaders

in mass media and newspapers, whereas you have set yourself a new trend taking the name of a whole Naga tribe under your dire command and diverting the Nagas from a common ground to a suicidal platform.

Your proposal indedd is your personal opinion and a blasphemy in general to the Nagas and itself bring confusion to the minds of the Nagas. This land cannot be a dispute, between the GoI and NSCN IM, it was our father’s land who gave it to us, you and I cannot let some foreigner arbitrate what is to become of our Nagaland. It is the Nagas who can and who will make the commitment.

This land gave you and I an identity, an identity you and I ought to uphold our whole life, an identity you and I cannot simply betray for a pile of fake dealings. “URRA UVIE” GPRN/NSCN Angami region.

An acrimonious concept

he acrimonious concept of ushering in equality between man and woman through 33% women reservation acquired a stature of a social storm at the stage of filing nomination for the ULB election.

An enhanced controversy centred on withdrawal of candidacy from the fray is now slowly gaining a momentum of a hurricane.

In the absence of matured reasoning we are probably starring at a potentiality chaotic social tsunami sweeping across the State if Mr. T.R. Zaliang shuts down his thinking faculties and adamantly puts into motion the final ULB election process knowing well that this will be an outright challenge to the civil society. One fails to understand why NPF/DAN Government is in such a reckless hurry to implement this highly polarised ULB election with everything pointing towards a negative outcome. The only poor excuse thus far shared by the Chief Minister in support of ULB election with 33% WR to gain central funding is not good enough. While it is not a crime wanting to tap “Central Resources” for Urban Development, it is neither an opportune time nor sufficient a reason worth the cost of ripping the social order of the Nagas asunder with hatred amongst ourselves in replacement.

Considering that nominations have been confirmed

in a few urban centres only, the final outcome will also be subjected to this partial disjointed election that can only establish urban bodies in few Districts/townships.

This half measure exercise will become all the more redundant when the citizens start their non-cooperative reactions against such municipalities even after it is established. This religious reliance on money overpowering our judgement is getting apparent by the days.

Deliberately antagonising the majority somehow shows a poor political craftsmanship of the reigning government to endanger the party prospects so close to the forthcoming Assembly election. The probable deduction that the electorate has short memory and can easily be bought with money no matter what the current controversy may be when 2018 assembly election arrives...could be a costly miscalculation.

Rightly or wrongly this issue touches the core sentiment of traditional mindset of the male population and could very well become the focus of a political main plank, added to the tainted picture of blatant corrupt and nepotism ridden incumbent Government, on which an election could be fought. At this juncture, the majority can only see an overzealous Government that has cast caution to the

wind, divorcing rationality and turning the State upside down in its relentless pursuit for money. The manner in which our Chief Minister is hastily going about addressing this subject at the cost of compromising sensible social equilibrium tends to display downright reckless immaturity.

As a welfare State, the Government is expected to maintain not only the material but also the mental wellbeing of its people as its primary concern. Taking an overview of the year 2016, our Chief Minister seems to have achieved just the opposite in almost all the parameters that matters to the people thus far. He has water cannoned, tear gassed and lathi-charged the voices of dissent against his corrupt Government and has determinedly protected the interest of criminals that control the system. Not being satisfied with fishing in a muddied rural pond of Nagaland that has already been drained off its resources, he has impatiently gone one step further to deliberately alienate the people to seek greater pleasure of fishing in urban financial pond at the cost of creating chronic social discord. Judging from the tempo of aggression being expressed by the Tribal Apex organisations the CM, in all likelihood, will have to once again call out his water cannon and tear gas robot squads in NAP uniform

and lathi-charge the civil disobedience movement that seems eminent...to solve his self-engineered problems.

This serious rift that is being perpetuated within the Naga community is totally an unnecessary approach to put women at par with men. All in all it is a no-win situation that is likely to leave behind an ugly scar within the Naga community. Rather than push this subject to a critical level of confrontation, we should be looking at a better alternative option to achieve the same goal with a modicum of “patience”.

It makes better senses not to let money fog our judgement and consider the following long-term options with additions and subtractions as deemed fit: 1. First postpone the ULB election; 2. Then take time and set up a statutory “Supreme Customary Law Court” (SCLC) consisting of knowledgeable, reputed, senior DBs/GBs from each Tribe capable of dealing with their respective Tribal customary Laws as well as Customary Laws that have common applications across the board; 3. While each Tribe has their respective Customary Laws divergent from the other in many sectors, there too are sectors that have common practices such as the customary law on inheritance, the status

definition of women in the society and so on. Let this Supreme Customary Law Court be empowered to amend customary law and practices that have become obsolete within their respective Tribes and also address and amend customary laws common to all Tribes deemed necessary for amendment; The important perspective in this exercise would be that the Nagas will have a statutory “Supreme Customary Law Court” (SCLC) that is empowered to strengthen or amend customary Laws that needs revision or have become obsolete and there-

by ensure that Article 371 A becomes a true Constitutional protection for our Naga Identity limiting the scope of any misinterpretation by our adversary at any given point in time. While such an exercise will be a time consuming effort it is nevertheless an indispensable necessity which must first be achieved rather than take irrational short cuts that could be detrimental to the Nagas identity in the long run.

Khekiye K. Sema IAS (Rtd), Upper Forest Colony; Kohima; E-mail: kksema@gmail.com.

Reader’s Post

Sir,

Bone of contention

So much has been written and said about the ULB election. The main point which triggered off the objection was the 33% reservation for women.

At this juncture, one can see the whole purpose shifting ground and turning into a war of sorts between contending parties. So many withdrawals are announced in print daily.

The last date for withdrawal has come and gone with many refusing to withdraw. Should the ULB election be postponed or would it still be carried out with a handful of candidates? What would be the next plausible step for the government to do? What a bone of contention for us.

Anyway, this is just the start of a new journey for Naga society. There is much to learn from this episode.

Temsuwati Lkr, Purana Bazaar, Dimapur.

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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Pakistan must walk away from terror for talks: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses at the Opening Session of the Second Raisina Dialogue, in New Delhi on Tuesday. (PTI)

good and bad terrorism, are now a global talking point.

“And, those in our neighbourhood who support violence, perpetrate hatred, and export terror stand isolated and ignored”,” he said.

Referring to India’s ties with China, Modi, at the opening of the threeday Dialogue, said it was not “unnatural” for two large neighbouring powers to have some differences but both sides should show sensitivity and respect for each other’s core concerns and interests.

“I see the development of India and China as an unprecedented opportunity, for our two countries and for the whole world. At the same time, it is not unnatural for two large neighbouring powers to have some differences.

“In the management of our relationship, and for peace and progress in the region, both our countries need to show sensitivity and respect for each other’s core concerns and interests,” Modi said, adding he and Chinese President Xi Jinping have sought to tap the vast area

of commercial and business opportunities in the relationship.

Asserting that the century belongs to Asia, he said the sharpest trajectory of change is happening in the continent and there are large and vibrant pools of progress and prosperity that dot the landscape of this region.

“But, rising ambition and festering rivalries are generating visible stress points. The steady increase in military power, resources and wealth in the Asia-Pacific has raised the stakes for its security.

“Therefore, the security architecture in the region must be open, transparent, balanced and inclusive.

And, promote dialogue and predictable behaviour rooted in international norms and respect for sovereignty,” he said.

In his address, the Prime Minister gave a rundown of India’s foreign policy priorities, security interests in the Indian Ocean and bilateral engagement with neighbouring countries, Gulf nations and major powers including the US, China and Russia.

Rajasthan edn minister stands by cow remarks

JAIPUR, JAN 17 (PTI): Unfazed by criticism over his remarks that the cow is the only animal to “exhale oxygen”, Rajasthan education minister Vasudev Devnani today stood by his claim, basing it on “research websites”. Devnani had made the claim on Saturday while speaking at a programme organised by Akshya Patra foundation at Hingonia cow rehabilitation centre.

“I read this fact on research websites and it recently appeared in a magazine of Akshya Patra, saying that cow inhales and exhales oxygen and included this in my speech on Saturday,” the education minister today said. To underscore the “scientific significance” of the “holy animal”, he reiterated today this reference can be found in “research studies”.

Various studies have been conducted on the cow, its urine and dung, and “people need to understand its scientific values,” he said.

“The Gaumutra’s benefits and its medicinal values are well known and people use and take its benefits.

The burning of cow dung makes the environment free of harmful micro-organisms and mosquitoes, making the place suitable for living,” he said.

25 children win National Bravery Awards

Children, who will be honoured with National Bravery Awards 2016, pose for a group photo during a press conference in New Delhi on Tuesday. (PTI)

NEW DELHI, JAN 17 (IANS): Twenty five children from different parts of the country have been selected for Indian Council for Child Welfare’s (ICCW) National Bravery Awards to be presented by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 23. Four of the awards are posthumous.

The Bharat Award has been conferred to 8-yearold Tarh Peju of Arunachal Pradesh, who sacrificed her life in an attempt to save two of her friends from drowning.

Roluahpuii and Lalhriatpuii from Mizoram, and Tushar Verma from Chattisgarh have been given Bapu Gaidhani Award posthumously.

While Roluahpuii saved two girls from drown-

ing at the cost of her own life, Lalhriatpuii sacrificed her life in an effort to save her cousin in a car accident and Tushar Verma lost his life in trying to extinguish a fire in his neighbour’s shed.

The Geeta Chopra Award has been conferred on 18-year-old Tejasweeta Pradhan and 17-year old Shivani Gond of West Bengal who showed immense courage in fearlessly helping the police and the NGO in uncovering an international sex racket leading to the arrest its mastermind here.

The Sanjay Chopra Award has been conferred to 15-year-old Sumit Mamgain of Uttarakhand who displayed outstanding bravery in fighting a leopard to

save his cousin.

“These awards were initiated to give due recognition to to the children who distinguish themselves by performing outstanding deeds of bravery and to inspire other children to emulate their example,” ICCW President Gita Siddhartha told IANS. The selection was made by a high powered committee comprising representatives of various ministries, NGOs as well as office bearers of ICCW. “Eligible awardees will be granted financial assistance until they complete their schooling,” Siddhartha said, adding that the government has also reserved some seats for them in medical and engineering colleges and polytechnics.

NEW DELHI, JAN 17 (PTI): In a clear message amidst the chill in bilateral ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today asked Pakistan to walk away from terror if it wants to have dialogue with India.

Outlining his approach for an integrated neighbourhood, Modi said his vision for country’s neighbourhood puts premium on peaceful and harmonious ties with entire South Asia.

“But, India alone cannot walk the path of peace.

It also has to be Pakistan’s journey to make. Pakistan must walk away from terror if it wants to walk

towards dialogue with India,” he said while addressing the participants at the government’s geo-political flagship initiative “Raisina Dialogue-II”. He also recalled several initiatives taken by him to normalise ties with Pakistan including travelling to Lahore.

There is a deep chill in Indo-Pak ties due to series of cross-border strikes including in Pathankot and Uri by Pakistan-based terror groups. In an obvious reference to Pakistan, the Prime Minister also asserted that India’s belief in delinking terrorism from religion, and rejecting artificial distinctions between

Jallikattu protests: 200 youths taken into custody

Charges framed against Indrani, Peter Urgent steps needed to control air pollution: SC his drink on the same day when Sheena was killed.

Besides, Indrani was also charged under IPC section 471 (using as genuine a forged document or electronic record). Indrani was arrested in August 2015.

Subsequently, others -- Peter, Sanjeev Khanna and her driver Shyamver Rai – were also taken into custody.

Rai later turned approver in the case and disclosed to CBI how the crime was committed by the accused. All the three accused were present in the court today. They sat separately in the dock and were seen talking to their lawyers outside the court.

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All the three accused were charged under IPC sections 120(b) (criminal conspiracy), 364 (kidnapping), 302 (murder), 203 (giving false information in respect of an offence) and 201 (causing disappearance of evidence).

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MADURAI, JAN 17 (PTI): More than 200 youths were taken into custody after they held protests at Alanganallur village demanding lifting of the ban on bull taming sport Jallikattu, police said today.

Residents today shouted slogans against police and demanded release of the youths who were taken into custody last night.

Police said the youths had come to Alanganallur yesterday expecting that jallikattu would be held following an invitation through social media.

Police had yesterday made a lathicharge to disperse several youths when they made an unsuccessful bid to tame bulls released on the roads by miscreants.

MUMBAI, JAN 17 (PTI): Clearing the decks for commencement of trial, a special CBI court today framed charges against Indrani Mukerjea, her husband Peter Mukerjea and former husband Sanjeev Khanna in the murder of her daughter Sheena Bora. Indrani expressed her wish to obtain divorce from Peter to which the judge said it was a matter to be decided between them and the court has nothing to do with it.

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Kohima, Jan 17 (NPN): Nagaland chief secretary Pankaj Kumar IAS launched Vodafone Supernet 4G services at Hotel De Oriental grand Kohima on Tuesday. In his address, Kumar described the occasion as significant day for Kohima citizens. The launching of Vodafone 4G would provide better service to the customers, said the chief secretary. He also expressed the need of broaden the service to all parts of the state including rural areas for the benefit of the public. DG (prison, HG & CD) Rupin Sharma, IAS in his address as the guest of honour appreciated Vodafone for launching 4G in state capital which would provide better and faster network in the city.

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Silver (.999 fineness) strengthened by Rs 425 per kg to conclude at Rs 41,800 compared with Rs 41,375 yesterday. Globally, gold jumped more than 1 per cent to its highest in nearly eight weeks, as excerpts of a speech to be given later by Britain’s prime minister pointed to a definitive exit from the European Union.

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Spot silver was up 1.7 percent at USD 17.05 an ounce, to its highest level since Dec 14.

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Mumbai, Jan 17 (PTI): Riding on positive global cues and increased buying by jewellers at the domestic bullion market, gold continued its upward journey and rose by another Rs 255 per 10 gram at the bullion market today. Silver followed suit and moved up by Rs 425 per kg on increased off-take from industrial units.

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Budget, gave an opportunity to holders of illegal wealth to come clean by paying a total 45 per cent tax on the so far hidden assets.

The government had given the option to the declarants of paying tax amount in three instalments. The first instalment of 25 per cent was due on November 30, 2016. The second of similar amount is to be paid by March 2017 and the remaining 50 per cent by September 30, 2017.

Soon after IDS closed, the government had on October 1 announced that 64,275 declarants had declared Rs 65,250 crore of black money. After final reconciliation, the revised figure of actual declarations received and taken on record was Rs 67,382 crore made by 71,726 declarants.

closing value of 68.10, but immediately fell back to hit a low of 68.13 briefly on stray dollar demand. However, it staged a resounding bounce in afternoon deals on the back of adequate dollar supplies and managed to end at the session’s high of 67.95, showing a smart gain of 15 paise, or 0.22 per cent.

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“CBDT hereby directs... to accept the request for condonation of delay in payment of tax payable under the scheme in cases where payment has been made through cheque, RTGS, electronic transfer etc on or before the date of November 30, 2016, but the same has been credited by banks after the due date of November 30, 2016, but on or before the December 5, 2016,” it said.

The instruction follows representations received from field authorities and stakeholders that there has been delay in payment of first instalment of tax, surcharge and penalty under IDS in some cases owing to some technical errors in the system, non-deposit of cheque by collecting banks, payment made by filling wrong challan and the like.

IDS, announced in the

broadly weak dollar for the second straight day, surging by a solid 15 paise to end at 67.95 amid hopes for a speedy roll-out of GST. Sustained dollar unwinding from banks and exporters in the face of sluggish greenback overseas predominantly helped the domestic currency to overcome initial volatility and bounce back. The American dollar remained under immense pressure ahead of US president-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration at the end of the week and today’s speech by UK Prime Minister Theresa May. Forex market sentiment also got a boost on the GST roll-out after the Centre and states yesterday reached a consensus on sharing powers for control over taxpayers under GST. However, the roll-out is now expected from July 1, against the previously planned April 1. At the Interbank Foreign Exchange

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New Delhi, Jan 17 (PTI): In a minor relaxation to IDS tax payment rules, the Income Tax Department has said disclosures under the scheme will be considered valid even if the tax amount has been realised by December 5.

The first instalment of taxes was to be paid by November 30.

The government had come out with a 4-month long Income Disclosure Scheme, which closed on September 30, 2016, to give an option to domestic black money holders to declare their unaccounted wealth and come clean by paying 45 per cent tax and penalty. In an instruction to principal commissioners, the income tax department has asked them to condone the delay in payment of first instalment which has arisen due to “genuine technical difficulties”.

New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS): India’s domestic air passenger traffic zoomed by 23.18 per cent in 2016 to 998.88 lakh, official data showed on Tuesday. “Passengers carried by domestic airlines in 2016 were 998.88 lakh as against 810.91 lakh during the previous year, registering a growth of 23.18 per cent,” the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said in its statistical analysis. According to the data furnished by DGCA, domestic air passenger traffic increased by 23.91 per cent during December to 95.52 lakh from 77.09 lakh during the corresponding month last year. In November 2016, the passenger traffic rose by 22.45 per cent to 89.66 lakh. The data showed that low-cost carrier (LCC) SpiceJet had the highest passenger load factor (PLF) during the month under review at 93.7 per cent.

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China to launch satellite for predicting quakes Beijing, Jan 17 (IANS): China will launch a satellite this year to gather electromagnetic data which may be used in monitoring and forecasting earthquakes.

According to China’s earthquake administrative agencies on Tuesday, the satellite will be launched in the latter half of this year, Xinhua news agency reported.

Movements of the Ear th’s cr ust generate electromagnetic radiation which can be observed from space.

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Jamie McGoldrick for Yemen Jamie McGoldrick told reporters in the capital Sanaa on Monday.

He did not provide a breakdown between civilians and combatants.

However, a UN report said community-level human rights monitors had reported 11,332 civilian casualties, including 4,125 killed, by the end of October 2016. McGoldrick also said seven million people living in areas directly affected by the fighting were facing severe food shortages.

UN envoy, Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed, meanwhile sought to persuade the government to agree to a new cessation of hostilities and to resume peace talks with the Houthis and their ally, former President Ali Abdullah Saleh. He was expected to present an amended roadmap for a political solution to the conflict, after Hadi rejected one that would have seen his powers reduced in favour of a new vice-president who would oversee the formation of an interim government and a transition to elections.

“The current political stalemate is causing death and destruction every day,” Ould Cheikh Ahmed said in a statement. “A peace agreement, including a wellarticulated security plan and the formation of an inclusive government, is the only way to end the war that has fuelled the development of terrorism in Yemen and the region,” he added.

Park Geun-hye Seoul, Jan 17 (IANS): South Korean prosecutors independently investigating a corruption scandal involving impeached President Park Geun-hye will interrogate her in February, an official said on Tuesday.

Lee Kyu-chul, spokesman of the independent counsel team, said a face-toface interrogation of Park could be conducted as late as the beginning of February, Xinhua news agency reported. The prosecutors for the first time set the timing of investigation of Park, indicating its probe into the

Washington, Jan 17 (IANS): The theme for Donald Trump’s inauguration as US President is to be the same as his campaign slogan, “Make America Great Again” -- with official events kicking off from Thursday with a wreath laying ceremony.

President-elect Trump and Vice President-elect Mike Pence will participate in an over 200 years old tradition to take oath of office on Friday. “We’re going to have a very, very elegant day. January 20 is going to be something that will be very, very special, very beautiful,” ABC news quoted the incoming President as saying of his big day.

Boris Epshteyn, the communications director for the Presidential Inaugural Committee, told Breitbart News Sunday that “things are shaping up wonderfully” ahead of the inauguration of Presidentelect Donald J. Trump, the incoming 45th President.

On January 19, Trump and Pence will lay wreaths

at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. Then there will be several marching band performances at the “Voices of the People”, held on a stage on the southwest end of the Reflecting Pool.

After “Voices of the People”, the President-elect and Vice President-elect will deliver remarks at the “Make America Great Again! Welcome” concert at the Lincoln Memorial.

According to the ABC news, singer Toby Keith, actor Jon Voight and the band 3 Doors Down are set to appear. The concert from 4-6 p.m. will conclude with a fireworks show. On Friday morning, Trump, Pence and their families are scheduled to attend church services at St. John’s Episcopal near the White House.

Outgoing President Barack Obama and Trump will have coffee or tea at the White House before the New York billionaire’s swearing-in, according to Tom Barrack, chairman of

the inaugural committee.

The two leaders and their wives will ride together to the Capitol.

The inauguration will take place on the West Lawn of the US Capitol.

The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC) has released the programme of Trump and Pence’s swearing-in ceremonies at the Capitol. The inauguration ceremony will kick off at 11.30 a.m. on Friday.

The DC Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is planning for 800,000 to 900,000 people to attend the festivities. The US Marine Band, which has played at every inauguration since Thomas Jefferson’s ceremony in 1801, will play the prelude. If the ceremony follows tradition, inauguration announcer Steve Ray will introduce the past presidents, the families of Trump and Pence, and the congressional leaders in attendance, before announcing Pence and then finally Trump.

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Sergei Lavrov formation about the US president-elect’s business interests, and salacious video evidence of his private life, including claims of using prostitutes at the Ritz-Carlton hotel in Moscow.

US intelligence agencies considered the claims relevant enough to brief both Trump and President Barack Obama.

Trump accused US intelligence of leaking the content from a classified briefing - a claim denied by James Clapper, director of National Intelligence.

Relatives want the search to continue and be expanded.

the Boeing 777.

There were 14 nationalities among the 227 passengers and 12 crew on board the plane. The majority - 153 people - were Chinese.

The underwater search discovered new volcanoes, anchors, long lost ships. Its sonar mapped an area of

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seabed less well known than the surface of the Moon.

The sea gave up many secrets but it didn’t give up MH370.

There were false alarms. At one point the search team rang the prime minister of Australia and told him to get ready to make an announcement.

Asked by a German journalist during a news conference in Moscow, the Russian foreign minister said he was not going to prove why the allegations were “not true”.

“I thought that the presumption of innocence was in force in Germany as in other countries. So you prove it,” Mr Lavrov said.

“These are convulsions of those who realise that their time is running out,” Lavrov said. “That is why various fakes are being fabricated.”

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But when they sent down cameras on a drone to look at the odd shaped lump, they just found another ship wreck.

The experts on the boats had to cope with some of the worst weather on Earth, many days’ sailing from help. No helicopter could reach where they were looking. They were desperate to solve this mystery, but drew a blank.

The pain of not knowing is as sharp for the families as it was two years ago and they will lobby hard to keep looking. New scientific drift analysis suggests that MH370 came down slightly further north of where they were looking. There is a chance that private companies could fund a new search. Maybe Boeing?

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The Aliba Kaketshir Telongjem has celebrated Platinum jubilee on 12.01.2017, with great success. I on behalf of the Planning Committee, Aliba Kaketshir Telongjem Platinum Jubilee, take this opportunity to express our thankfulness and gratitude to different Students' Unions, groups, media, Aliba Village Council, Church, in-laws and Aliba citizens who have immensely contributed for the success of the said jubilee without your great support and contribution in different area and God's help, Jubilee would not have been celebrated in this manner.

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Kuala Lumpur, Jan 17 (Agencies): Families of the victims of flight MH370 say a decision to halt the search for the Malaysian airliner that vanished in March 2014 is “irresponsible”.

Voice370 said the search ought to be expanded - it was “an inescapable duty owed to the flying public”.

The plane vanished en route to Beijing from Kuala Lumpur with 239 on board.

More than 120,000 sq km (46,300 miles) of the Indian Ocean has been searched with no results.

Pieces of debris have been found as far away as Madagascar.

But only seven have been identified as definitely or highly likely to be from

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M o s c o w, J a n 1 7 (Agencies): The UK exspy said to be behind accusations of Russian hacking in favour of Donald Trump in the US is “some runaway crook from the MI6”, Russia’s foreign minister says.

Sergei Lavrov said Russia did not have to prove it was not behind the hacking.

Ex-UK spy Christopher Steele is said to have prepared memos published last week alleging Trump’s election team colluded with Russia which also had salacious videos of his private life. Trump says the claims are “fake”.

Steele, who r uns a London-based intelligence firm, was highly regarded by his bosses when he worked for the British foreign spy agency MI6, sources have told the BBC. He has been widely named as the author of a series of memos - which have been published as a dossier in some US media.

The allegations claim Russia has damaging in-

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It remains to be seen whether Park would accept a formal request for interrogation, which the counsel team has yet to make.

Park had agreed to be quizzed by prosecutors before the launch of the probe, but she later rejected any face-to-face interrogation.

The impeached leader has been identified as a criminal accomplice to her longtime confidante Choi Soon-sil, who has been detained for meddling in state affairs behind the scenes and extorting money from conglomerates.

The independent counsel on Monday requested an arrest warrant for Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman Lee Jae-yong for multiple counts, including bribery.

Lee is accused of bribing Choi and her daughter in return for getting support from the national pension fund in the 2015 merger of two Samsung affiliates to create a de-facto holding company.

US poll hacking: Russia says MI6 ex-spy ‘runaway crook’

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Sanaa, Jan 17 (Agencies): At least 10,000 people have been killed in the war in Yemen between Houthi rebels and the Saudiled coalition supporting the government, the UN says.

The organisation said the death toll “underscores the need to resolve the situation” that has lasted for more than 21 months.

The news came as a UN envoy met President Abdrabbuh Mansour Hadi on Monday in the southern city of Aden.

The conflict between the Houthis and the government escalated in March 2015. The coalition intervened militarily in an attempt to restore the internationally-recognised administration after Hadi was forced to flee the country.

Since then, “the estimates are that over 10,000 people have been killed in this conflict and almost 40,000 people injured”, UN humanitarian co-ordinator

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT SAKIPHETO RANGE STUDENTS’ UNION (SRSU)

The SRSU and the General Public of Sakipheto Area Sub-Division Medziphema would like to extend our profound gratitude to Shree K L Chishi, former CM of Nagaland for his presence in the programme as chief guest during the 16th general Conference at SBC Medziphema from 3rd – 5th January 2017 under the theme “Education with a vision”.

The SRSU would also like to thank the following individuals for rendering their invaluable services and support for the success of the conference.

1. Guest of honour a) Mr Kihovi Kiba Retd. D.S.O. b) Dr Khelito K Zhimo, Dy Director H&F welfare Govt. of Nagaland 2. Dr Mughali Achumi Chairperson Women Executive WSBAK as speaker 3. Greeting message a) Mr Vikato Aye, President S.A.P.U. b) Mr Nito Achumi, President W.S.S.U. 4. Resource persons a) Dr Gracely Yeptho, Asso. Professor B. voc SASRD NU Medz. b) Mr Hojevi Kappo, Music Secretary WSBAK 5. Host a) Sumi Council, Medziphema Town b) S.B.C Medziphema Town c) Medziphema Town Sumi Students' Union 6. VIPs, invitees, delegates and programme officials.

The Union regrets our inability to thank each and everyone individually but shall remain indebted to each and everyone for the support and Co-operation towards the Union.

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Latest bookies’ odds reveal frontrunners to become next Bond

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om Hardy, Poldark‘s Aidan Turner and Grantchester‘s James Norton are frontrunners to become the next Bond, according to the latest bookmakers’ odds.

All three actors are 3/1 on to succeed Daniel Craig as 007, The Sun reports. American actor Jack Huston (Boardwalk Empire, Parade’s End) is close behind at 5/1, while long-rumoured contenders Idris Elba and Tom Hiddleston are both at 8/1.

Meanwhile, bookmakers have Ryan Gosling at a surprisingly short price

of 10/1, while Michael Fassbender is further back at 20/1 and Peaky Blinders‘ Cillian Murphy is at 28/1. Film fans tempted by an outside bed can put money on Sean Bean or boxer David Haye succeeding Daniel Craig, both at 100/1.

Hardy has recently responded to rumours suggesting he could play 007 in a new Bond film directed

by Christopher Nolan.

Having said in 2015 that he’d “rather slash my wrists” than play Bond again, Craig spoke more positively about his future

Metallica to perform at the 2017 Grammy Awards

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side from being nominated at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards, Metallica have announced that they will be performing at the show— and promise to have something special planned.

The band said: “First, it was a total honor to be nominated, but now this?!!? We’re beyond excited that we have been invited to perform on the 59th annual Grammy Awards telecast on Sunday, February 12, 2017. It’s been three years since we were lucky enough to participate in the awards show when we last performed with worldrenowned Chinese concert

pianist Lang Lang and we’re thrilled to be asked back. We have something very unique and special planned for this celebratory night, so tune in to watch on CBS-TV... check those local listings for your timezone and keep watching here for more information.”

Metallica also performed “Halo On Fire” live for the first time ever in Seoul, South Korea and uploaded the awesome footage online. While the band hasn’t announced an official 2017 tour, their only U.S. date is May 21 at the Rock On The Range festival in Columbus, Ohio.

as 007 last year.

The Bond franchise’s executive producer, Callum McDougall, told told Radio 4’s Today show last year that Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson remain positive that they will be able to persuade Craig to appear in another film.

McDougall said: “He is absolutely the first choice. I know they’re hoping for him to come back.”

Asked who would replace Craig if the actor decided against returning as 007, the executive replied: “I wish I knew.”

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new report claims women only spoke 27 per cent of the dialogue featured in 2016’s biggest movies.

Despite leading roles for the likes of Felicity Jones in Rogue One and Margot Robbie in Suicide Squad, last year was apparently a bad one for female actors.

According to a report by data scientist Amber Thomas, which analysed a host of films including Captain America: Civil War, Finding Dory, The Jungle Book, Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Deadpool and Suicide Squad not one of the top 10 movies of 2016 had a 50 per cent speaking, female cast.

Finding Dory was the closest to this level of equality with 43 per cent female characters.

To be equal, the movie would have needed eight more speaking, female roles. Rogue One was apparently the worst. Only 9 per cent of its speaking characters were female.

Of those 10 characters, one was a computer voice, one appeared on screen for no more than five seconds, and one was a CGI cameo

that said one word.

Finding Dory came out on top with 53 per cent female dialogue. But, 76 per cent of that dialogue came from Dory alone.

Trailing at the end was The Jungle Book with only 10 per cent of its dialogue spoken by a female character.

While Harley Quinn was a highly advertised character in Suicide Squad, she only spoke 42 per cent as many words as Floyd/ Deadshot (played by Will Smith).

Notably, Amanda Waller (played by Viola Davis) spoke frequently, totalling just 222 words (16 per cent) short of Deadshot’s word count.

Female characters were also apparently outnumbered in Captain America: Civil War’s final battle by five to one and throughout the movie, they only contributed 16 per cent of the dialogue.

Meanwhile female remakes are continuing on a number of movies including the forthcoming Ocean’s 8, which will feature Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Rihanna Helena Bonham Carter, Sarah Paulson, Mindy Kaling and Anne Hathaway.

ominees for the 9th annual Shorty Awards — highlighting the best content across the social media landscape including Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, YouTube, Instagram, Vine and Periscope, among other platforms — are officially out, with Ryan Reynolds, Kristen Bell, Leslie Jones, Ariana Grande, Mara Wilson, Al Roker, Simone Biles and Aziz Ansari among this year’s notables.

Additionally, the TV shows with noteworthy social content for the year include Broad City, Gilmore Girls, Narcos, Orange is the New Black, Stranger Things, Westworld and Mr. Robot, among others. Leonardo DiCaprio, Ashley Graham,

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ties Javed Akhtar, Anupam Kher and Vivek Agnihotri came out in her support, lashing out at those who trolled her, questioning her ‘azadi’ (freedom) in the country.

Omar Abdullah posted: “A 16 year old shouldn’t be forced to apologise and that too allegedly for meeting Mehbooba Mufti. What are we coming to! I’ve a problem with Mehbooba Mufti trying to usurp other peoples success to cover up her own failures but why punish/ troll people she meets?”

Javed Akhtar wondered whether Zaira had ‘azadi’ to do as she wished and tweeted: “Those who

shout ‘azadi’ from the roof tops don’t give an iota of azadi to others. Poor Zaira Waseem had to apologise for her success. Shame!”

Anupam Kher, too, expressed his support for the young actress, calling her his role model and posted: “Dear Zaira Wasim, your apology letter is sad but full of courage.

It exposes the cowardice of people who made you write it. But you are my role model.”

Vivek Agnihotri also shared instances from his past and lashed out at individuals for not taking a stand in support of Zaira.

Later, however, Zaira deleted the apology and posted a clarification -- but this, too, the actress took down later.

The now-deleted clarification read: “Regarding my last post, I have no idea why this has become such a big issue. I just wanted to

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Skid Row officially recruits exDragonforce singer ZP Theart

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outh African-born, British-based singer ZP Thear t (Dragonforce, Tank, I Am I) has been officially named the new frontman of Skid Row. Skid Row bassist Rachel Bolan made the lineup announcement during the band’s January 14 concert at the Casino in Nova Scotia, Halifax, Canada.

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Aamir Khan defends‘Dangal’ actress Zaira

ollywood superstar Aamir Khan on Tuesday tweeted in support of ‘Dangal’ actress Zaira Wasim who was subjected to vicious trolling after meeting Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti.

Zaira Wasim on Monday issued an apology for meeting Mehbooba Mufti but later withdrew it after receiving support from well-wishers, including Bollywood celebrities and politicians.

The 16-year-old, who played the role of young Geeta Phogat in ‘Dangal’, met Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday, who enquired about her education and interest in other creative fields like acting. However, the Srinagar-based Zaira was trolled on social media when photos from the meeting emerged.

But politicians like former J&K CM Omar Abdullah and film celebri-

Jesse Williams and Shailene Woodley are included in the activism category, and Beyonce, Kate McKinnon and Barack Obama are the subjects of some of the GIF of the Year nominees.

This year’s awards also includes new categories like Muser of the Year (refers to Musical.ly influencers), Breakout YouTuber, Vlogger of the Year, House & Home and Twitch Streamer of the Year.

make sure that I did not hurt anyone’s feelings and all of a sudden it has been turned into national news.

Again and again I am telling people that I have not been forced into anything by anyone.”

“This post was not meant against anyone, just wanted to make sure that people were not hurt by what I was doing. From media to everyone else, please don’t blow this out of proportion. Neither was I forced nor am I against anyone. Hopefully this post just stops this once and for all.”

Zaira rose to fame as young Geeta Phogat in the Aamir Khan blockbuster ‘Dangal’ which has been lauded by the audiences for its powerful portrayal of the story of Mahavir Singh Phogat, who, much to the disapproval of his wife and his whole village, trained his daughters Geeta and Babita to wrestle.

before taking over lead vocals for Skid Row’s cover version of the Ramones classic “Psycho Therapy”, Bolan said “I wanna make this announcement finally formal.

He’s been with us for a year, our new lead singer, ZP Theart. “We’re going in the studio soon to make a new record. “We love this guy. He just lives too far away. We’ve gotta get

him to move to the States, but that’s coming down the road.” Said Theart in a statement: “[Skid Row’s] music was the soundtrack to the largest part of my younger years and many a crazy adventure. Now I get the chance to re-live all of them for a hour and a half every night! I am beyond honored to be given this opportunity. Think I’m a bit jealous of my actual self.”

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akistani singer Atif Aslam brought his concert in Karachi to a halt to rescue a female fan, who was being harassed by some guys during the show.

The incident happened on Saturday when the 33-year-old ‘Pehli Nazar Mein’ hitmaker had taken to the stage to belt out his hit numbers for the crowd.

However, midway during his performance, Atif motioned his hand and asked the musicians to stop playing when he noticed a group of men bothering a girl in the front row.

He went up to them and sternly asked the boys not to harass the girl.

“Haven’t you seen a girl? Atif is seen asking the gang angrily in a video posted on Youtube by concert goers. “Your mother or sister could be here as well,” he added.

After issuing a warning to the rowdy boys, the singer pulled up the girl on the stage and asked concert organisers to get her a place somewhere else.

“Insaan ka baccha ban (act like a human being),” Atif reprimanded them, before resuming the show.

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Shraddha Kapoor: Happy birthday sir! Haxve an amazing day! Lots of love.

Kailash Kher: Few years ago we celebrated his birthday on stage.

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ishing lyricist-poet Javed Akhtar on his 72nd birthday on Tuesday, Hindi film industry celebrities like Anil Kapoor, Farah Khan and Shekhar Ravijiani, expressed their fondness for the ‘charming’ Padma Bhushan awardee.

Having penned songs for films like ‘Silsila’, ‘1942: A Love Story’, ‘Veer-Zaara’, ‘Main Hoon Na’ and ‘Jodhaa Akbar”, the veteran poet has been in the industry for more than four decades.

Here is what the Bollywood industry members had to share for the screenwriter, who once made a formidable team with Salim Khan.

Anil Kapoor: To the man whose words can start a revolution or calm a raging storm... Happy Birthday.

Farah Khan: People are never just good or bad.

They are either charming or tedious. Happy Birthday to the most charming Javed Akhtar. Love you Javed uncle.

Suniel Shetty: What can one write for one of the finest wordsmiths of every emotion Happy Birthday Javed Akhtar saab.

Shankar Mahadevan: Happy Birthday to my dear-

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Application form can be downloaded from website www.sanskrit.nic.in.

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New Delhi, Jan 17 (Agencies): The muted gr umblings among the BCCI officials, who have been shown the exit door following the Supreme Court directives on the Lodha Committee report, have been growing in volume and tenor as several of them are seeking legal options to address the panel’s answers to some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about how the board should be run. Added to the general discontent, the removal of former India off-spinner Ashish Kapoor and former Punjab batsman Amit Sharma from the junior selection committee also may open a potential can of worms.

With the Lodha Committee expected to name the replacement BCCI office-bearers on Thursday, some of these officials are seeking to take recourse with the law to address their concerns.

Many of the officebearers are miffed with the answer specifically FAQ No. 2 on the Lodha Committee website, which essentially ensures that the nine-year cut-off date for officials encompasses time spent both with the Board of Control for Cricket in India, as well as the state associations.

Debarred BCCI officials can no longer even officiate in their state associations, leading to much consternation.

According to media reports, the officials contend that this was a ‘departure’ from the Supreme Court order.

They insist that the Supreme Court order does not authorize the Lodha Committee to prevent the sacked officials from returning to the board as nominees of their respective state associations.

Another issue they have brought up is the decisions

taken by the Lodha panel in selection of the teams for the ongoing ODI series with England, as well as for the coming T20I games, which also is beyond the ambit of the committee’s authority.

Sacking of selectors The removal of Kapoor and Sharma from the junior selection committee also raised questions.

According to The Indian Express, these selectors need to have played a minimum of 50 first-class matches, or represented India in a Test or a One-day International.

Kapoor has played four Tests for India, apart from 17 ODIs, as well as 128 first-class games.

Sharma has played 53 first-class matches.

The reason for the discontent is that the people retained include Rakesh Parikh, who has played one first-class match less than Sharma and has not represented India.

Pogba is like LeBron, Bolt: Chiellini

Pune, Jan 17 (Agencies): England batsman Joe Root has declared himself unavailable for the Indian Premier League (IPL) in order to spend more time with his newborn son.

The 26-year-old is one of the most sought-after batsmen of his era and has reportedly attracted attention from several franchises in the lucrative Twenty20 league.

But Root has turned down the chance to be involved in the tournament, which gets underway on April 5. “It is a shame because there is a really good

Johannesburg, Jan 17 (Agencies): AB de Villiers insists he is not planning to retire from Test cricket despite making himself unavailable for South Africa’s upcoming series in New Zealand.

De Villiers has been sidelined since July with an elbow injury and has handed over the Test captaincy to Faf du Plessis

Ko h i m a , Ja n 1 7 (NPN): The 37th meet of Khezha Area Games and Sports Association (KAGSA) got underway Tuesday at Khezhakeno village under Phek district.

Z. Kepfelhou Koza, president Khezha Area Public Organization unfurled the tournament f lag and declared the meet open. Addressing the sportspersons, Koza encouraged them to give their best and excel in the field of games and sports.

A player should give his best to bring laurels but in doing so one should be

Kepfelhou Koza speaking at the inaugural function of KAGSA 37th meet at Khezhakeno on January 17.

committed and maintain discipline as a true sports men or women, he said.

E a r l i e r, K A G S A president Viepelo Pulo delivered presidential address while Lhoukolo

Koza administered oath to the participating teams.

Vote of thanks was proposed by T. Khalo Ladu.

The meet will go on till January 19.

and has not played a Test since January 2016l. The 2019 World Cup in England remains his priority but De Villiers is keen to keep playing in all forms of the game, even if it means him missing certain series.

“I’ve made (myself) unavailable for the Tests in New Zealand,” said De Villiers.

“I’m not there yet. I

need a bit of time just to settle things in my head.

For me the goal is the 2019 World Cup - I want to lift that trophy.

“I’m not retiring out of any format, that’s for sure. I am not prepared to do that. My main aim is to get to that 2019 World Cup and I am going to do everything possible to get there.”

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The bereaved family would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to one and all for their unceasing prayer support, physical & financial assistance during the illness and at her sad demise.

Juventus and Italy defender told Sky Sport.

“We’re not used to losing and, in addition to this, we’ve lost a player like Pogba who was the LeBron James of football and, even when you didn’t notice him, he was impressive,” the 32year-old five-time Italian Serie A winner added.

“Pogba was our Usain Bolt -- he allowed us to Paul Pogba play in a certain way. Now Juventus are missing the we’ve changed. We’re highly-rated midfielder working on it and (manager who of late has been in Massimiliano) Allegri is good form for United. not an idiot.” “ We ’ v e c h a n g e d players and now we are a side like any other,” the ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Almighty God bless you all.

We, the bereaved family members would like to express our sense of gratitude to each and every individuals who shared our grief and sorrow and supported us physically, financially, materially and through prayer during the prolonged illness and at the untimely demise of our beloved Chungnyem Konyak, on 29 th Dec’ 2016.

We sincerely regret our inab il it y t o m e nt io n e ve r y individual who stood by us in our time of need. But it is our humble Lt. Chungnyem Konyak (1974-2016) prayer that Almighty God bless you all abundantly for your good deeds.

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window in the international calendar to play. But looking at the schedule, especially next winter, I am going to be away for long periods,” Root said. “This will be a great opportunity to spend time at home and watch (son) Alfred grow up a little bit. A lot of great things would come from the IPL, a lot of great experiences and I am sure it would help to improve my game.

“But at the moment being at home is my priority and I want to make sure I do not miss out on that. It is quite tough being away in these early days so it will be nice to catch up.”

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Turin, Jan 17 (IANS): Veteran defender Giorgio Chiellini has likened for mer teammate and Manchester United star Paul Pogba to basketball great LeBron James and star sprinter Usain Bolt.

Pogba started out with Manchester United before joining Juventus in 2012.

He enjoyed a successful stint with Juventus, winning the Serie A and the Italian Supercoppa and reaching the 2015 Champions League final before rejoining Manchester United in 2016 for a world record transfer fee.

Chiellini said that

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2ND DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF OUR BELOVED LATE VIZOLTO SAKHRIE

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Born on : 15th April 2014 Died on : 16th January 2017

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We the family of Late Shri Sangyulemba (Mopungchuket) would like to offer our sincere thanks to the many people who showed great kindness and support, physically, financially and morally during his illness and in the time since he left us on the 14 th of January 2017.

We are greatly appreciative of the dedication, professionalism and efficiency of the doctors and staff who cared for him during his illness and we are truly indebted to them.

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Wife, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and relatives

18-01-2015 Two years have passed since you left for heavenly abode so early, leaving us broken hearted.

The love which you have shared with us leaves a beautiful memory that no one can steal away.

We miss you a lot.

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A year has gone since you departed for your heavenly abode, but your sweet memories, comfort and love will always be cherished forever in our hearts.

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Born on : Nov’ 1944 – Died on : 8th Jan’ 2017.

“ For to me to live is Christ and to die is gain” Through this column, we would like to acknowledge all individuals, churches, organisations and villages who stood by us, supported and encouraged us through prayers, presence and materially at the demise and during the last journey of our beloved Late Mrs Kerelhi-ii Thingo, w/o Mr Tavehu Thingo of Thipuzu village, Phek district. We are overwhelmed by the love showered on us and we praise the Lord for His Blessings through you. We are grateful and indebted to all of you but will be unable to thank you individually. We pray that the good Lord bless you abundantly.

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Special thanks to:1. Wokha Village Baptist Church.

2. Kohima Wokha Village Ekhung.

3. Lerie Lotha Baptist Church Kohima.

4. Bayavü Lotha Baptist Church Kohima.

5. Agri Sector Lotha Baptist Church Kohima 6. Lerie Lotha Baptist Church youth Fellowship 7. Kohima Lerie Colony Members.

8. Kohima Phom Baptist Church Lerie Fellowship 9. To all individuals, organizations & well wishers.

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“Apo without you, one day is like a thousand years and words can’t express our thoughts and nothing can heal our pain and sorrows, but your love, guidance are still inside our hearts, so keep on praying for us from heaven and God be with you always and forever till we meet again in heaven”.

Lt. Gopal Dey Sarkar passed away on Jan. 11, 2017.

He was a loving father, husband and a friend to many, he was also a pillar of support to many individuals and helped many lives. He will not be forgotten.

The family of the Lt. Gopal Dey Sarkar deeply appreciate and will always hold in grateful remembrance the kindness and support shown to us at the sudden demise of our most beloved.

We would like to thank each and every individual and organizations who supported us physically, spiritually, financially and materially.

We convey our special thanks to:1. North Block Women Society 2. North Block Panchayat 3. Kezieke Welfare Board 4. Kezieke Women Organisation 5. Kezieke Youth Organisation 6. Kezieke Traders Union 7. Kohima Hindu Community 8. Kezieke Catholic Fellowship 9. CRYF, Nachama 10. CRC Nachama 11. CRC Nachama Miazuonuo Krotho 12. Nachama Women Prayer Cell Kohima 13. Nachama Village Council 14. Khoya Krotho Kohima 15. Koinonia Baptist Church Transport Committee 16. CYE Pezielietsie CRC 17. Super Cell Group UBC 18. E.U Kohima Science College, Jotsoma.

We regret our inability to thank everyone personally but may our God Almighty bless you all abundantly.

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Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic (Right) celebrate after winning their respective match on Tuesday.

Melbourne, Jan 17 (Agencies): Rafael Nadal looked fit and healthy as he powered his way into the second round of the Australian Open with a dominant straight sets win over Germany’s Florian Mayer on Tuesday.

The ninth-seed in Melbourne looked back to his best after an injurydisrupted 2016 as he beat the 49th-ranked Mayer 6-3 6-4 6-4 in just over two hours on Rod Laver Arena.

Nadal, who is is bidding to win his second Melbour ne title after beating Roger Federer for the 2009 crown, took the opening set on his fifth set point with an ace and broke the German to take the second set.

He broke Mayer’s service in the ninth game of the final set with a

OSC, Lower ‘E’Khel in 8th LFC qtrs

Dimapur, Jan 17 (NPN): Okotso Sporting Club became the third team to enter the quarter finals after beating Forest United by 1-. Thungchibemo scored the lone goal for OSC in the 61st minute. In the second match, Lower ‘E’Khel defeated GHS Youth League by 5-0 to book a berth in the last eight of the ongoing 8th LFC organised

by Wokha District Football Association. Nzanthung scored in the 2nd minute of the match to give ‘E’ Khel an early lead. Sunep scored two goals in the 23rd and 56th minute. Limathung and David added a goal each in the 43rd and 47th minute.

In the last match of the day, Friend Club beat SOC by 3-0. Rashumo, Athungo and Yiben found the net in the 6th, 36th and 45th minute of the game respectively.

25th forehand winner and served out for victory in brutal afternoon heat at Melbourne Park.

Nadal’s impressive display included 39 winners and he will play former finalist Marcos Baghdatis in the second round.

“He doesn’t have the typical game so he’s going to the net. He changes a lot with different points,” Nadal said of his German opponent.

Second seed Novak Djokovic began his quest for a record-breaking seventh Australian Open title with a comfortable victor y over Fer nando Verdasco from Spain, 6-1 7-6 (7-4) 6-2.

The Serb was forced to save five match points to beat left-hander Verdasco at the recent Qatar Open, but he dominated the opening set before taking the next

in a tie-breaker before sweeping through the third, extending Verdasco’s sevenyear losing streak against the defending champion.

Djokovic’s impressive performance helped him set up a second round match against either Ivan Dodig or Denis Istomin.

Milos Raonic opened his 2017 campaign with a straight-sets win over German Dustin Brown.

Raonic spent just 93 minutes dishing out a 6-3 6-4 6-2 lesson to Brown to set up a meeting with in-form Apia International Sydney winner Gilles Muller.

Rising German teen star Alexander Zverev looked like he was heading for an early shock exit when he was down a service break early in the fourth set against Robin Haase - only

to surge home in five sets.

The 24th-ranked Zverev claimed a 6-2 3-6 5-7 6-3 6-2 win over the 57th-ranked Dutchman. He faces American qualifier Frances Tiafoe in the second round and possibly Nadal after that.

Sizzling Serena back with bang

S e r e n a Wi l l i a m s exploded any doubts about her form on Tuesday as she swept into the Australian Open second round on her return to Grand Slam action.

The American, with a record 23rd major title in her sights and watched by her new fiance, Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian, thumped dangerous Swiss teen Belinda Bencic 6-4, 6-3.

Williams has barely played since her shock defeat in

Titans, Zungamedem enter semi-finals D i m a p u r , Ja n 1 7 (NPN): Titans CC and Zungamedem won their respective match to book their place in the semifinals of the MDCA Inter club T20 Cricket tour nament played at Imkongmeren Sporting Complex, Mokokchung.

In the first match, defending champion Titans CC beat Suzerain CC by 148 runs. Suzerain CC won the toss and send Titans to bat first.

Titans managed to score 176/5 in 20 overs.

Sunep top scored with 70 r uns while Biblap Biplab Saikia scored 40 runs. Wangshi finished with 4/32 in 4 overs and Temsulong took 1/18.

Chasing the target, Suzerain got off to a worst possible start losing

3 batsman in the first over itself. They never recovered from that and succumbed to the bowing of Bikash Singh who took 7 wickets conceding just 2 runs in 4 overs. Ato Chang picked 1/2 while Surender Singh took 1/6. Suzerain CC were bowled out for just 28 runs in 11.1 overs.

None of the Suzerain ba tsm a n c ould rea c h double digit and seven batsmen were send back to the pavilion for zero.

This is the lowest team total of the tournament.

Bikash of Titans CC was declared the man of the match.

In the second match, Zungamedem defeated Sovran Kings by 6 wickets to book a place in the semi final. Sovran Kings batting first set a target of

106 losing 9 wickets in 20 overs. Maongchuba made 27 runs while Yutsung c o n t r i b u t e d 2 2 r u n s.

Temjentoshi picked 5/10 in four overs. Moalong, B e n d a n g wa p a n g a n d Lipokyapang picked 1 wicket each.

Zungamedem reached the target losing 4 wickets in 17.5 overs with Chubatoshi scoring 52 runs (not out) and Funitchiba 21runs (not out)) taking the team home. Imnatoshi was the pick of the bowler with 2/24 in 4 overs and Lisosungkum picked 1/18. Chubatoshi of Zungameden was named the man of the match.

Today’s matches 8 AM: Rainbow CC vs Sovran 11 AM: Brotherhood vs Trebuchet.

Aizawl edge Shillong Lajong 2-1 in NE derby

Match between Aizawl FC and Shillong Lajong FC on Tuesday in Aizawl.

A i z aw l , j a n 1 7 (Agencies): Aizawl FC continued their good start to the 2017 I-League, riding on goals by Lalruatthara and Jayesh Rane to beat Shillong Lajong 2-1 at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Aizawl on Tuesday. This is their first league win in three attempts over their north-east rivals, who found their first goal of the season through a Yuta Kinowaki penalty.

Aizawl made just one change to their eleven from the 1-0 win over Minerva Punjab, with midfielder Lalbiakthanga replacing striker Kamo Bayi, while Lajong star ted with a 4-4-2 diamond formation,

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K i n owa k i p l ay i n g t h e midfield anchor ahead of the back four, and Fabio Pena dropping behind strikers Aser Dipanda and Redeem Tlang.

Lajong made the brighter start among the two teams, and in the fifth minute, Tlang was brought down inside the Aizawl box and referee Pranjal Banerjee pointed to the spot. Aizawl goalkeeper Albino Gomes anticipated Pena’s attempt well, though, and effected a diving save low to his right.

Lajong continued to make the running in the first half, with a long-range shot from midfield testing Gomes out in the 10th minute, and a delightful one-two between

Kinowaki and Dipanda setting up an opportunity for Tlang in the 24th minute, but he shot wide.

Aizawl began controlling the pace of the game by retaining possession more, and that tactic paid dividends in the 32nd minute when the hosts took the lead after left-back Lalruatthara took advantage of a goalmouth melee.

Lajong coach Thangboi Singto was forced into a first half substitution when midfielder Zodingliana Ralte injured himself, and although his replacement Jacob Lalrawngbawla had the first shot on goal in the 50th minute for the visitors, his effort was calmly

collected by Gomes.

Lajong kept pressing, with the hosts opting to play deep and depend solely on counter attacks, and in the 64th minute Mahmoud Al Amna picked up a loose ball in midfield and outpaced three Lajong players before putting in a delightful crossfield ball for Rane, who put his team 2-0 up, albeit with a slight deflection off Konsham Singh that gave Lajong goalkeeper Vishal Kaith no chance.

With Lajong throwing more players into attack, Aizawl found ample spaces in the Lajong defence, and Lalmuankima came close to scoring in the 73rd minute and Alfred Jaryan also missed a gilt-edged opportunity in the 77th minute. In the 85th minute, Kinowaki was brought down inside the Aizawl box by Kingsley Eze and the Japanese midfielder made no mistake in slotting the resultant penalty low to the left of Gomes, thus registering his first goal against the team he represented in the previous season.

Lajong, who are yet to register a point in the first three matches of this season, begin a sequence of five consecutive home games against Minerva Punjab on January 21, while Aizawl FC travel to take on head coach Khalid Jamil’s old club Mumbai FC on January 22.

the US Open semi-finals in September and she made, by one count, 88 unforced errors in her secondround loss to Madison Brengle at this month’s Auckland Classic. But she came through a tight first set against Bencic before dominating the second set in what turned out to be a convincing victory on the centre court.

Williams, who can break Steffi Graf ’s Openera record of 22 Grand Slam titles if she wins in Melbourne for the seventh time, next faces Lucie Safarova, who had a charmed life in her win over Yanina Wickmayer.

The Czech survived nine match points before winning 3-6, 7-6 (9/7), 6-1 against the flummoxed Wickmayer, who said she was feeling “definitely not good” after letting slip so many opportunities.

Women’s fifth seed Karolina Pliskova, whose win over Williams at the US Open ended her 186week stint as world number one, smashed Spain’s Sara Sorribes Tormo 6-2, 6-0.

A n d B r i t a i n’s J o Konta, riding high after her victory at last week’s Sydney International, beat experienced Belgian Kirsten Flipkens 7-5, 6-2 to reach the second round.

Robben extends contract with Bayern Munich Berlin, Jan 17 (IANS): Veteran midfielder Arjen Robben has extended his contract with Ger man football league champions Bayern Munich. Robben penned a one-year contract extension, which will keep him at Bayern until June 2018, reports Xinhua news agency.

“Arjen is one of the best professionals in the world. He has been with us for almost eight years and has become an important part of the club. We are glad tat he will be wearing Bayern’s jersey for another year,” Bayern’s CEO KarlHeinz Rummenigge said on Monday. The 32-yearold midfielder joined from Real Madrid in the summer of 2009 to become a key player at Bayern, where he won five Bundesliga titles, four German Cups, the UEFA Champions League title 2013-14 as well as the UEFA Super Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup in 2014.

“I am happy that I will be playing another year at Bayern,” the Dutchman said. “The club is one of the best in the world and Munich has become my second home for me and my family. I would like to continue playing on top level and winning as many titles as possible,” he added.

Aussies hire spin gurus ahead of India tour SY D NEY, J a n 1 7 (Agencies): For mer I n d i a n b ow l e r S r i r a m Sridharan will work with Australia as a “spin consultant” on the upcoming tour of India, Cricket Australia announced Tuesday. Sridharan played eight one-day internationals for India and toured with Australian squads in Sri Lanka and India last year.

“He knows our players very well and has a wealth o f k n ow l e d g e o n t h e conditions that our players will face in India,” said team performance manager Pat Howard. Australia have named four spinners in the squad to take on top-ranked India in the series that begins in Pune on February 23.

Uncapped Mitchell Swepson, 23, joins Nathan Lyon, Ashton Agar and Steve O’Keefe.

Monty Panesar, the former England spinner, who played three Test tours of India for 28 wickets, has also been recruited by Australia to impart his knowledge of sub-continent pitches.

Panesar, who was one of England’s 2012 winning tourists in India, will spend a week in Brisbane with the Australians as they seek to bolster their chances of winning their first match in India since 2004.

Improved Tottenham can win PL title, says Kane

Harry Kane

Lo n d o n, Ja n 1 7 (Agencies): Tottenham are better a better side than last season and can now win the Premier League, according to Harry Kane.

Speaking at a Nike event in Germany, which wa s s t r e a m e d l ive o n skysports.com, Kane said he thinks the north London club have the squad to win their first top-flight title since 1961.

“Definitely [we can win the league], we came very close last year, that was a great experience to be part of, but I think we have got better as a team and grown as a team, and we can hopefully use that experience to help us this year,” he said.

“We are on great form, high on confidence, so if we continue that there is no reason why we cannot win it.” Kane and co are currently on an impressive

run of form, with their 2-0 home victory over Chelsea cutting their lead at the top of the table to just seven points as the second half of the season begins.

And the prolific England international believes that recent win over the Blues will give him and his team-mates the confidence to go on and close the gap on their London rivals.

“Obviously Chelsea have been flying at the minute, they were on a great run of games, top of the league, and we were trying to catch them, so we knew it was an important game for us to try and win and get them three points and we have done that,” he said.

“So that gives us a lot of confidence going forward and now we know that if we play like that against anybody in the league, we should win.”

MASU sports meet begins

Players being introduced to the chief guest during the opening ceremony of Mon Area Students’ Union sports meet on Tuesday.

D i m a p u r , Ja n 1 7 (NPN): The 10th Mon Area Students’ Union ( M A SU) spo r ts m e e t kicked started Tuesday at local ground, Mon town with Thongwang Konyak, advisor DUDA and LM&CP as the chief guest and Loungai, president KSU as the guest of honour.

Speaking at the inaugural program, Thongwang reminded that

sports team should respect, co-operate and maintain discipline in every sphere of life. Stating that losing and wining is part and parcel of games; he encouraged the participants not to be discouraged but to learn from experiences.

The chief guest also said that women players should be given equal opportunity in the field of games and spor ts.

Therefore, he urged upon

the gathering to encourage women participation in the field of sports.

8 teams will compete men’s in football, and volley ball, sepaktakraw, and athletics for both men and women.

The chief guest was accompanied by youth resource officer (YRO) Mon, additional SP Mon, president NPF Mon Division and party leades.

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