July 27, 2017

Nagaland Post www.nagalandpost.com

Vol XXVII No. 231

DIMAPUR, thursday, july 27, 2017 Pages 12 ` 4.00

LS Speaker warns MPs against using cell phones

It’s for BCCI to decide on women’s IPL: Mithali

Iran will respond to any new US sanctions: Rouhani

national, Page 7

sports, Page 11

international, Page 9

SC deals blow to Parl Secys

NEW DELHI, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): In a big blow to states who have appointed legislators as parliamentary secretaries, the Supreme Court on Wednesday declared as unconstitutional the Assam Parliamentary Secretaries (Appointment, Salaries, Allowances and Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004.

A bench headed by Justice J Chelameswar allowed the plea challenging validity of the Assam Parliamentary Secretaries (Appointment, Salaries, Allowances and Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004 on the ground that it violated the mandate under Article 164 (1A) which stipulates an upper limit of 15 per cent as the strength of the council of ministers.

The question posed before the Court was whether Article 194(3) and Entry 39 of List II of the 7th Schedule authorized the State Legislature to make the impugned Act. Entry 39 indicates the field of legislation regarding the powers, privileges, and immunities of the house of legislatures. Article 194(3) authorizes the State legislature to prescribe by law, the powers, privileges and the

immunities of the members and the committees of a House of such Legislature.

The Court ruled that Article 194 does not expressly authorize the State Legislature to create offices such as the one in question.

It then made reference to Article 187 which makes stipulations with reference to the secretarial staff of the Legislature.

On January 1, 2004, the Constitution 91st Amendment Bill, 2003 was passed by both the Houses of the Parliament and after the Presidents assent, it became an act with modifications made to articles 75 and 164 of the Constitution.

Article 164(1A) of the Act stipulated that the size of the council of ministers in the state should not exceed 15 per cent of the total strength of the assembly.

“We are of the opinion that the Legislature of Assam lacks the competence to make the impugned Act. In view of the above conclusion, we do not see it necessary to examine the various other issues identified by us earlier in this judgment.

“The writ petition is allowed. The impugned Act is declared unconstitutional,”

the bench, also comprising justices RK Agrawal and AM Sapre, said.

The bench noted in its judgement that at the time of the coming into force of 91st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003, the strength of the council of ministers in Assam was at 36 out of a total 126 members which amounted to 28.57 per cent of the strength of the Legislative Assembly.

It further noted that in view of the mandate contained in Article 164(1A), the strength of the council of ministers was to be brought down to 19 as per the 15 per cent ceiling.

Thereafter, on May 30, 2005, eight parliamentary secretaries were appointed under the Act and they took oath of office, but were not assigned any ministry.

The petitioners had challenged the validity of the Act contending that the state was not competent to enact it and it was intended to “over-reach the mandate of the Constitution Amendment Act”.

Meanwhile on July 5 last, the Punjab and Haryana High Court quashed the appointment of four chief parliamentary secretaries in

the government of Haryana.

The division bench of Justice S S Saron and Justice Darshan Singh pronounced the decision after hearing the PIL filed by advocate Jagmohan Singh Bhatti seeking quashing of their appointments. He has pleaded that there is no post of Parliamentary Secretary or Chief Parliamentary Secretary in the constitution.

However, on request of Haryana Government, the court has stayed the decision for three weeks granting time to file appeal in the upper court.

It may also be recalled that the Election Commission of India on June 24 refused to drop the ‘office of profit case’ against 21 Delhi AAP MLAs. EC concluded that the 21 AAP parliamentary secretaries, hence become accused in the “office of profit” case.

The AAP MLAs are facing the threat of disqualification in the case.

Since the AAP MLAs held de facto posts of Parliamentary Secretaries from March 13, 2015, to September 8, 2016, the proceedings on the question of their disqualification will continue, the EC said in its order.

Requisition post of JDAs to NPSC: PSAN

JCC decries TR Zeliang as CM

BJP Wokha unit refutes rumours

DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): To avoid unwanted confrontation, Public Service Aspirants of Nagaland (PSAN) through its media cell demanded that the nine posts of JDAs in the Directorate of Treasuries and Accounts should be immediately requisitioned to NPSC. PSAN said that the nine posts of JDAs were forwarded to the Finance Department by the Directorate of Treasuries and Accounts on April 28, 2017, but have not been requisitioned to NPSC till date.

PSAN also questioned the Department of Tourism, why the two posts each of tourist officers and tourist assistant against Tuensang and Phek districts not requisitioned to NPSC, despite posts creation approved by the cabinet in the meeting held on May 23, 2016.

The public aspirants also demanded that the deputation of one UDA from NPSC to the department of Rural Department as BDO/RDO should be recalled as it was in violation of the government’s deputation rules.

It further, demanded that the resulted vacancy should be requisitioned to NPSC.

This is it!

“Every argument here in Nagaland comes with the issue of special provision.”

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DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) has once again resolved and reiterated its stand against T.R. Zeliang for occupying the chair of the chief minister before completion of the investigation Judicial Inquiry Committee (JIC).

The resolution was among several points adopted during the meeting of the JCC held on July 26, stated JCC member Vecüto in a press note.

During the meeting, held with the consent of all apex tribal bodies, JCC also came down heavily on all legislators for their conduct by putting their self interest first and neglecting the welfare of the people. The legislators who have been elected to serve the public have undermined the will of the people, JCC stated.

The house resolved that the government revoke the November 24, 2016 NLA resolution (Nagaland

Municipal Act) before the expiry of two months time.

The house also demanded that the JIC complete its enquiry and make public its report within a period of two months time.

Further, the house expressed strong resentment over the formation of the so called new Dimapur Naga Youth Front (DNYF).

The tribal bodies and Joint Coordination Committee asserted that “other than the original DNYF, formed under the banner of the tribal bodies and JCC, which was purchased by blood, shall not be allowed to be played around with.”

While maintaining that it had no business to interfere on formations of groups, JCC cautioned that it will not entertain any formation, which has no link nor support of the tribal bodies and its youth organisations under the nomenclature of DNYF

Nitish resigns as Bihar CM; to form govt with BJP support

TR Zeliang allocates portfolios to ministers, parl secys & advisors

PATNA, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar resigned today, citing irreconcilable differences with ally RJD Nitish Kumar over corruption charges against his deputy Tejashwi Yadav, snapping an uneasy coalition cobbled together in the aftermath of the 2014 Lok Sabha poll debacle.

Ku m a r ’s r e s i g n a t i o n capped days of stand-off between his party JD(U), which was insisting on Tejashwi defending himself against the allegations, and the RJD, whose chief Lalu Prasad rejected the demand outright.

Hours after Nitish resigned, Senior BJP leader Sushil Modi has said the party has decided to support Nitish Kumar as Chief Minister of Bihar after he resigned from the position today. After the MLAs of the two party met at Nitish Kumar’s residence in Patna, it has been decided that Nitish Kumar will be taking oath as the CM of Bihar on Thursday at 5 p.m.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Kumar for “joining the fight against corruption”.

DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): Nagaland chief minister, T.R. Zeliang on Wednesday allocated the portfolios to his council of ministers including advisers and parliamentary secretaries, completing all formalities to let the jumbo-sized ministry take charge.

According to an official notification, the chief minister, T.R. Zeliang has kept the portfolios of Finance, Personnel and Administrative Reforms and other portfolios not allocated to others. TR Zeliang, who was swornin on July 19 amid high political drama, inducted eight cabinet ministers from the NPF and two from the BJP. Dr. Imtiwapang Aier remains as the NLA Speaker.

According to the notification issued by the cabinet secretary, Pankaj Kumar, all the Advisors have been given the status of cabinet ministers to assist the chief minister.

It may be mentioned that Noke Wangnao was elected as the DAN chairman.

Sl. Name No. 1 T. R. Zeliang Chief Minister

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Finance, P&AR and other portfolios not allocated to others COuncil of MINISTERS G. Kaito Aye National Highways and Political Affairs Imkong L. Imchen Health & family Welfare Tokheho Yepthomi School Education and Parl.

Affairs Y. Patton Home

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Kipili Sangtam

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Dr. Neikiesalie Nicky R o a d s & Kire Bridges 7 E.E. Pangteang Rural Development 8 Imtilemba Sangtam Co-op, Relief & Rehabilitation, MARCOFED 9 Kejong Chang Horticulture, DB&GB 10 Neiba Kronu Environment, Forest & Climate Change 11 Mmhonlumo Kikon G e o l o g y & Mining, Border Affairs ADVISERS 1 Noke Wangnao PHE 2 S. I. Jamir Urban Development 3 Dr. T. M. Lotha Tr e a s u r i e s & Accounts, LM&CP 4 Pukhayi Soil & Water Conservation, NSDMA 5 S. Pangnyu Phom DUDA, NEPED 6

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Nuklutoshi

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Planning & Coordination Food & Civil Supplies Higher Education & NBHM

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Naiba Konyak

State Lottery, NBDA PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARIES 1 C. Apok Jmair Tourism 2 Pohwang NRLM & Evaluation 3 Dr. Benjongliba Aier C A W D & Taxes 4 Paiwang Konyak Transport & Civil Aviation 5 Merentoshi R. Jamir Social Welfare 6 Hukavi Zhimomi Jails, SC&T, NKVIB 7 Shetoyi Fisheries, Printing & Stationery 8 BS Nganlang LRD & Excise 9 N. Thomas Lotha Technical Education 10 Imtikumzuk I&PR, SIRD 11 Zhaleo Rio Municipal Affairs 12 Dr. Longrineken IT&C, DAN 13 L. Khumo Land Revenue, VG and Women Resource Devp 14 Er. Levi Rengma Housing 15 Er. Picto Shohe Justice & law 16 Amenba Yaden Industries & Commerce, NIDC 17 YM Yollow Agriculture 18 Toyang Changkong NRE, Fire & Chang Emergency Services 19 S. Chuba Longkumer Vety. & AH 20 Eshak Konyak Art & Culture 21 Er. Vikho-o Yhoshu Mech. Engg & NSMDC 22 Khekaho Assumi YRS, MTF 23 Tovihoto Ayemi Irrigation & Flood Control 24 Namri Nchang Sericulture, HG&CD 25 Er. Kropol Eco & Stats, SCERT 26 Dr. Neiphrezo Keditsu L a b o u r & Employment (including Skill Development)

DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): BJP Wokha district unit has sharply reacted to the rumours spread on social media against BJP national secretary (I/c Nagaland) Ananda Narayan Mishra for anti-Christian statement.

In a press note, BJP Wokha president, L. Meribemo Kinghen clarified that the statement “Jesus cannot bring development only BJP govt will bring development” was never made

by Mishra and termed it as baseless and unfounded, created by vested interest trying to tarnish the good image of party.

Meribemo said upon inquiry, it was found that the post was made by one Openthung Odyuo, who had later owned moral responsibility and apologized to the district party president. BJP has therefore appealed to public, particularly Churches not to be misled by such propagandas on social media.

Pillai case: DPP for independent probe DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) on Wednesday demanded immediate institution of an independent inquiry and investigation on all antecedents of MKR Pillai.

The party said it was seriously concerned about the expose of a huge scam and corruption network in the state police department, which was unearthed following Income Tax raids on Pillai.

It demanded that the inquiry reveal all the corruption and the loot that has taken place, punishment to every person who has stolen public funds and restoration of all the losses to the state exchequer.

DPP through its media and communication cell said this was resolved at a general body meeting of the party held on July 26, 2017 at Nousi Auditorium,

Niathu Resort, Chumukedima, Dimapur.

The recently formed party maintained that unless an effective investigation was successfully concluded, faith and confidence in the system cannot be restored and mere removal of Pillai from his post was definitely not enough.

T h e ge n e r a l b o dy meeting, which adopted five-point resolution, declared its support to the ongoing peace process and appealed to the negotiating parties of the Indo-Naga political dialogue, especially the Government of India, to expedite the political talks and bring about an early solution that was honourable, acceptable and wholesome.

DPP also appealed to all sections of Naga National Political Groups to heed to the call of the Naga people and come together

under a spirit of unity, brotherhood and cooperation.

Further, DPP congratulated Khango Konyak on being elected as NSCN (K) president and appealed to his organization to return to the negotiating table and the ceasefire.

It stated that both the Government of India and the NSCN (K) must make every effort to listen to the voice of the people and sign a ceasefire agreement so all sections could collectively work towards realization of peace.

The party also welcomed the initiative of the Church and civil society organisations in launching the clean election campaign.

Extending support to the initiative, DPP reiterated its commitment to participate and contribute towards making the clean election movement successful.

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DDLSA, MDLSA, KDLSA conduct workshops news in brief

(Left-Right): District Legal Services Authority programme in progress at Dimapur, Mon and Kohima respectively.

DIMAPUR: District Legal Services Authority of Dimapur, Mon and Kohima have carried out various workshops in their respective district headquarters on Wednesday.

Dimapur District Legal Services Authority conducted a dual programme comprising of an essay competition on fundamental rights and duties and a legal awareness session at Discipleship Bible College, Dimapur.

In essay competition, the first prize was bagged by

Imsumenla Lemtur (M. Div. III) followed by Vekuhu Nakhro (B. Th. II) and Supongtsungba Longkumer (M. Div. III) at second and third place respectively.

The legal awareness programme which was attended by the entire student body of 250 students saw the panel advocates of the DDLSA Vishile Yeptho, Zuchumpeni Ngullie and Sentimenla speaking on the function of legal services, cyber-crime and domestic violence.

Secretary DDLSA and

Chief Judicial Magistrate, Dimapur, Ajongba Imchen, enlightened the students on the RTI Act and its significance on good governance.

Discipleship Bible College, principla, Rev. O. Alem Ao, delivered the welcome address in which he expressed happiness that an opportunity had been created for the students to learn about the legal system. The programme was chaired

by Moatila panel lawyer DDLSA. MDLSA: Mon District Legal Services Author-

ity (MDLSA) conducted workshop on experience sharing/performance sharing of panel lawyers and para legal volunteers at front office MDLSA. The welcome address was delivered by Neiko Kanuo, district and session judge and chairman mdlsa.

Mannon Konyak, panel lawyer and Dominic Kaiba, panel lawyer shared the experience of a panel lawyer, while Tngkai Konyak PLV, B. Phmsa Konyak PLV and Nyemin Konyak PLV shared the experience of

PLV. This was followed by an interaction session. The programme was chaired

by Shenyou Walim, panel lawyer.

KDLSA: Kohima District Legal Services Authority (KDLSA) conducted a workshop on experience sharing/performance sharing of panel lawyers and para legal volunteers at Kohima Bar room.

Delivering a brief introduction, CJM Kohima and secretar y KDLSA, Victo Sema, highlighted on the role of PL and PLVs

and how to reach out to the common man especially the marginalised section of the society.

A short speech on PL/ PLVs was shared by by Sunjib Rana, panel lawyer KDLSA. During the sharing of performance Seto, PL KDLSA, Hesinlo, PL KDLSA, Apila Sngtam PL KDLSA, Kedovi PL KDLSA, Wapangienla, PL KDLSA and Anu, PLV shared their experiences.

The programme was chaired

by Nancy Lotha, panel lawyer KDLSA.

DPO land resources office building inaugurated Excise MS seizes drugs, IMFL

TSUD presidential meeting: Tenyimi Students’ Union Dimapur (TSUD) has convened presidential meeting on July 28 at 3 p.m. at Tenyimi Union Dimapur (TUD) office. All the constituent units presidents and seniors have been requested to attend the meeting.

KTDSSU presidential meeting: Kiphire Tuensang District Sumi Students’ Union (KTDSSU) has convened its presidential meeting on July 29 at 10 a.m. at LCS building Kohima near Ao Baptist church Kohima. All constituents unit presidents, general secretaries, tribunals and executive have been informed to attend the meeting failing which action would be taken against the absentees.

ANPSA Kma to organise inter-school skit competition: All Nagaland Private Schools’ Association (ANPSA) Kohima unit would be organizing inter-school skit competition on August 5 from 10 a.m. onwards at Don Bosco Higher Secondary School Kohima with deputy commissioner Kohima Rajesh Soundararajan IAS as the chief guest and president All Nagaland private schools’ association (central) as the guest of honour.

ANPSA Pfutsero division elects new office bearers: ANPSA Pfutsero division elected its new team of office bearers for the tenure (2018 – 2019) led by Kedidaung Sephe as president, Thiphuhu Thira as secretary, Mathew Rabha as finance secretary along with four other members.

Gorkha organisations informed: Members of the following Gorkha NGOs of Kohima viz Gorkha Students’ Union, Gorkha Sahitya Kala Sanstha and Gorkha Youth Association have been informed that election of office bearers of the respective organizations for the next tenure has been schedule for August 2017. Members of the organizations interested in shouldering the responsibilities of holding various post(s) have been asked to collect the nomination forms from Impression, Shop No. B-68, Fancy Market, Main Town Kohima and Community Pharmacy, Upper Chandmari, Kohima and submit the same on or before August 5 at 4 p.m.

NHP Mhainamtsi Jalukie awareness camp: Health Sub-Centre Management Committee (NHP) Mhainamtsi, Jalukie organised an awareness camp on the topic “immunization and birth certificate” at village community hall on July 26. Giangreilui, cochair of HSCMC took over the session as chairperson where invocation prayer was delivered by Aning, deaconess RBC (M). Sani Stephen, pharmacist of Mhainamtsi Health Sub-Centre spoke on the theme as resource person, followed by vote of thanks from Bekam, chairman, HSCMC Mhainamtsi.

ment in the state for rubber, coffee and tea and that Mon district has enough land for plantation. Kikheto asked the department to educate and train the farmers for the benefit and economic upliftment of the district.

ADC Mon Hqs, Shanavas, deputy director & supervisor officer, K. Kehie and director, land resources, Yepto also delivered short speeches. Earlier, the dedicatory prayer was offered by Konyak Baptist Church Mon Town, Pastor Nahngom and the programme was chaired

by DPO, Land Resources Mon, Biren Chetri.

DIMAPUR: Excise (mobile squad) special surveillance team on July 25 seized drugs and IMFL and arrested two persons on separate occasions in and around Dimapur town.

According to SP (MS) Katoho Sumi, the team seized 3125 capsules of spasmo - proxyvon and nitrosun and arrested one person identified as Akuto son of Vikugha. He was

booked under relevant sections of the D&C Act 1940 and forwarded to judicial custody, SP said.

In the second incident, the team recovered 5424 bottles of assorted liquor from the possession of Md. Abdul. The arrested person has been booked under relevant section of NLTP Act ’89. The seized article has been kept at the unit malkhana, Katoho said.

Meeting for Independence Day at Pfutsero

USFK organises youth camp in Kma

NPF working president Huskha flays MLAs

DIMAPUR: A meeting in view of the forthcoming Independence Day celebration was convened by additional deputy commissioner, Pfutsero with all the Head of offices, institutions, ward chairman, Head GBs, NGOs under Pfutsero town on Wednesday at the ADC office conference hall.

During the meeting, work distributions were allotted to various departments and institutions.

ADC also informed that there will be a mass social work on August 12 from 8 a.m. onwards and therefore urged upon all the citizens to participate positively and make it successful.

Kikheto (2nd from left) and others after inaugurating the building. (NP) Correspondent

MON, JUL 26 (NPN): Office building of District Project Officer, Land Resources Mon was inaugurat-

ed on July 26 by secretary, Y Kikheto Sema at ADC colony, Tompang Ward Mon Town. In his speech, Kikheto called upon the officers and staff of land re-

DIMAPUR: Naga People’s Front (NPF) Central Executive Council (CEC) emergency meeting was held on July 25 wherein NPF central working president, Huskha Yepthomi lamented that Nagas have elected “unprincipled people” as their representatives who could not remain faithful to the party at this juncture.

A press note NPF central office, media and press bureau stated that Huskha was delivering a presidential address, on behalf of NPF president, Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu.

Huskha expressed his anguish on the habitual visit of Kaziranga by the Naga MLAs whenever any disagreement emerged, saying it was unbecoming for matured leaders.

He pointed out that this was the third time that Naga MLAs had tried

sources department Mon to reach out to the farmers and urged upon them to be sincere and work as a team. He said land resources department is the nodal depart-

to solve their internal problems at Kaziranga and expressed disgust that the Naga MLAs were huddled into three buses and despatched to one of the infamous Kaziranga resorts after pick-and-choose dinner organised

by T. R. Zeliang in his residence in Dimapur.

Huskha said that as a consequence of conducting ULB election in February where two innocent lives were lost had compelled T. R. Zeliang to step down due to public uprising.

He further pointed out that the Joint Inquiry Commission set up in the aftermath of the incidents was yet to submit its report. He said T.R. Zeliang should not be the chief minister till the report was submitted and action taken therein.

Huskha further lamented that

when Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu has announced that Nagaland Municipal Act would be rewritten, even before the matter had been initiated, T. R. Zeliang took over the chief ministership through “backdoor”.

He termed this as an insult to the people of Nagaland, regretting that the MLAs do not regard such important issues and added that all these “ugly things” took place under the patronage of the Governor of Nagaland, P.B.Acharya.

He reminded the members that suspension and expulsion of some MLAs from NPF Party was the decision taken by the party on the recommendation of the Disciplinary Action Committee (DAC) in the interest of the party and called upon all the party men and women to remain calm.

Participants of Ungma Senso Fellowship Kohima youth camp at KABA jubilee memorial centre.

DIMAPUR: Ungma Senso Fellowship Kohima (USFK) organised a youth camp under the theme, “from touch screen to touch scripture” from July 21 to 23 at KABA jubilee memorial centre, Lerie Colony, Kohima.

The resource person d u r i n g t h e t h r e e - d ay programme were Rev Dr.

MALT marks 1st anniv of ‘The Greensight Project’ Bye-polls: DC & DEO Kma informs voters DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): As per the directive of the Election Commission of India (ECI), the Deputy Commissioner (DC) and District Returning Officer (DEO) Kohima has notified all the electors in 10 Northern Angami -1 (ST) Assembly Constituency, who have been issued EPIC have to produce it for their identification at the polling stations before casting their Votes.

The bye-election to the 10-Northern Angami-I Assembly constituency in Nagaland would be held on July 29, 2017.

According to an official bulletin, DC & DEO Kohima, Rajesh Soundararajan, also stated that those electors, who were not

able to produce EPIC, would produce one of the following alternative photo identity documents: Passport; driving licence; service identity card with photograph issued by employees by central/ state government, PSUs/public limited companies; passbook with photograph issued by bank/post office; PAN card; smart card issued by RGI under NPR; MNREGA job card; health insurance smart card issued under the scheme of ministry of labour; pension document with photograph; authenticated photo voter slip issued by the election machinery; official identity cards issued to MPs/MLAs/MKCs and Aadhaar card.

Imchayanger, Arenlong Longkumer, advocate Guwahati High Cour t Kohima Bench, Imtiyapang general secretary NSF, C. Rongsen Pongener, guide lecturer, department of Arts & Culture and former president USTK. Altogether 97 youths comprising of students studying in class ten and

above, and young working youths attended the camp.

Camp rapporteur was Dr. Akala Longkumer, assistant professor, Alder College, Kohima Camp co-ordinators Asola Jamir, lecturer, Faith Theological Seminary, Jotsoma and Lipoksungkum Imsong.

The counsellors were Sentila and Alemla.

Dear Mam, Chairperson (FAHPC) What a wonderful day!

We are exceedingly glad to celebrate your 60th Birthday Anniversary. We give thanks to our Almighty God for His abundant blessing. May God continue to bless you in all your endeavours.

Happy birthday & many happy returns of the day.

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With lots of love, Dad & family, Nzano Yanthan & Staff (FAHPC)

Correspondent

MOKOKCHUNG, JUL 26 (NPN): Mopungchuket Ait Laishir Telungjem (MALT) marked the first anniversary of “The Greensight Project” by organising a brief function on Wednesday at Sungkotenem Lake, Mopungchuket with the project goodwill ambassador, Imlibenla Wati, as the special Guest.

Speaking on the occasion, Imlibenla Wati congratulated MALT members and all the stakeholders of K

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the project for nurturing the project with zeal and sincere commitment.

Imlibenla said she was proud to be a part of this noble initiative to preserve Mother Nature and further encouraged the members to carry on the works for conservation. Later, Imlibenla planted a Japanese Cherry Blossom (white) sapling, which she named “Grace”.

A short speech was delivered by the Mopungchuket village council chairman, Aosadang and invocation was said by youth director

Linukyanger. The function was chaired by Limalenden Longkumer.

“The Greensight Project” is an initiative of MALT with the vision to enhance the scenic values of the landscapes and transform Mopungchuket into a “garden village”, thereby making the village the leading rural tourism destination in Nagaland. Mopungchuket Ait Laishir Telungjem hopes that tourism would ensure livelihood opportunities and sustainable economic development of the village.

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nagalandpost.com Poll Q.: Who precipitated the split between NPF and BJP? 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

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B J P c e n t r a l 31% leaders N P F p a r t y 38% leaders 31% Legislators

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WEATHER FORECAST July 27

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Cloudy with a stray t-storm

32 26

Aizawl

Mostly cloudy with a t-storm

Guwahati A thunderstorm in spots Imphal

Clearing and a stray t-storm

Itanagar A thunderstorm in spots

27 21 32 25 28 21 30 23

Shillong

Cloudy, a couple of t-storms

24 19

Kohima

Mostly cloudy with a t-storm

25 20

Dimapur A thunderstorm around Mkg

A shower or t-storm in spots

31 24 27 20

Tuensang A thunderstorm in spots

22 17

A thunderstorm in spots

26 21

Wokha

Zunheboto Rather cloudy with a t-storms 24 18

LMRSU joint meeting for clean election DIMAPUR: Lotha Middle Range Students’ Union (LMRSU) held a joint meeting on July 21 which was attended by students from 17 villages at Sanis town hall.

A press note by LMRSU general secretary, William Yanthan stated that the meeting deliberated on various issues and agendas.

The meeting resolved that Wokha-Merapani road being the life line of Wokha district, Lotha Middle Range Students’ Union and associations would not accept and would oppose any forms of taxation and donations that effect development.

It also resolved to support clean election and adhere to rules as set by the government on conducting the elections.

Former NLA deputy speaker, Ralanthung Yanthan also emphasized on good road and encouraged the students to play an active role for development. A representative from Lotha Middle Range Pastor Association also attended and encouraged the students to create awareness on clean election for a change.

T h e m e e t i n g wa s attended by politicians, church leaders, village leaders, senior leaders, students and intellectuals.

Officials from Hqs. IGAR (N) pay homage to slain martyr Captain Neikezhakuo Kenguruse on Wednesday. (NP) Correspondent KOHIMA, JUL 26 (NPN): Headquarters Inspector General of Assam Rifles (IGAR) North on Wednesday commemorated the supreme sacrifice of all martyrs who laid down their life during Kargil War 1999 (OP VIJAY).

In this connection, a memorial function was organised in memory of Captain Neikezhakuo Kenguruse, who laid down his life in the line of duty for the nation in Kargil war and for which he was awarded the mahavir chakra (posthumously), at his memorial at Pheza, near his native village Nerhema.

In his address, Maj. Gen. Sanjay Gupta from IGAR (N), reminded the gathering that “Vijay Diwas” was celebrated on July 26 every day in honour of Kargil war heroes.

He said the Kargil war was fought for more than 60 days where 527 Indian soldiers made supreme sacrifice and amongst them was Captian Neikezhakuo Kenguruse.

He described late N. Kenguruse as a true son of the Nagaland and that he must forever be remembered with gratitude by the country he died protecting.

He said late captain N. Kenguruse would be a

source of motivation and inspiration to all ranks of armed forces. Maj. Gen. Sanjay said he not only lived up to the traditions of Indian army but also as true Naga warriors.

Maj. Gen. Sanjay encouraged the young generations of the state to get motivated through the life of late captain and be part of the state and nation’s progress to lead the life of honour, pride, dignity and contribute to the growth of society, state and nation.

Dr. Neiphrezo Keditsu, MLA, thanked Assam Rifles for organising the grand programme and honouring Captain N. Kenguruse. He appealed the

IGAR (N) to give more privilege to the Nerhe Phezha village in army recruitment to produce more soldiers like late captain Kenguruse and make the nation proud.

The programme was chaired by Major Dheeraj and invocation prayer was said by Pastor Vinanyii.

The programme was attended by family members of Captain N. Kenguruse, rank and files of Assam Rifles, ex-servicemen, Kohima SP, 10th NAP CO, police officers, students, villagers, GBs, public leaders and others.

The ceremony included wreath laying by Neiselie Kenguruse, father of late Captain N Kenguruse, MVC, IGAR (North) and other officials.

It may be mentioned that Captain Neikezhakuo Kenguruse of Nerhema village was born on July 15, 1974. He did his schooling at St Xavier School, Jalukie and graduated from Kohima Science College.

He served as a teacher at Government High school, Kohima from 1994 to 1997 and later commissioned into the Indian Army on December 12, 1998. On June 28, 1999 during Kargil War, he attained martyrdom while destroying enemy bunker and killing four enemy soldier.

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Kigwema-Chakabama road in deplorable condition

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KOHIMA, JUL 26 (NPN): K i g we m a - C h a k a b a m a highway has been affected very badly due to inclement weather for the past few months which has caused mud sliding and sinking below Kigwema Village.

The villagers have been trying their best to restore the road especially for light vehicles with both manpower and local materials available for the last two weeks.

This highway in the main life line for Mima and Mitelephe, it is also an alternative route from Phek and Zunheboto districts, which connects Kohima.

Sources from Kigwema Village Council (KVC) and Kigwema Youth Organization (KYO) said they have apprised the situation with the concern authority for immediate remedial measures in order to restored the highway for travellers.

Sources said if the situation was not addressed in time and if the rain continues, properties would

Villagers repairing Kigwema-Chakabama highway.

be destroyed. Both the concerned department to council and youth organi- take up the matters at top sation have appealed the priority.

DCO Phek informs rural libaries

DIMAPUR: District cultural officer (DCO) Phek has informed all the registered rural libraries under Phek district that district officials would be inspecting all the libraries.

DCO Phek has informed registered

rural libraries to put up their signage board in their respective office. Librarians or the in-charge have been directed to contact, T. Therie DCO at 9612057184/9077360548: Zhosa Sapu asst. RO 9612475915 and Chilovi Nyusou ARO at 9612430284.

AAAC team visits SCTE Kohima Zbto DHS, ARSH highlight adolescent issues

AAAC team during their visit at SCTE, Kohima on July 25.

DIMAPUR: Academic and Administrative Audit Committee (AAAC) formed recently under directorate of Higher Education, Kohima, visited State College of Teacher’s Education (SCTE), Kohima on July 25. This is the third visit of the AAAC team deputed by the directorate comprising of different members to inspect colleges.

Principal, Japfu Christian College, Dr. Visakhonu Hibu as convenor, Dr. Watijungshi, principal

of Kohima College, and James H.K. HoD English, St. Joseph’s College as members visited SCTE. Earlier, Kohima College and Kros College, Kohima were visited on different days by different teams deputed by the directorate.

A release by the department stated that the directorate was hopeful of fruitful outcome for the institutions in the state of various statuses to impart quality education through all these calisthenics.

It may be mentioned that AAAC was formed with a motive to assess and audit the colleges- private and government, private universities and autonomous institutions within the purview of the state.

It would give priority to institutions expecting to have the UGC-NAAC Peer team for the accreditation soon and give them the preparatory inspection so that the said institution can fully, in its best capacity, be prepared for its external visit.

DIMAPUR: A play highlighting the issues faced by adolescent was organised

by Zunheboto district health society (DHS) and Adolescent Reproductive Sexual Health (ARSH) on the topic “ill effect of drug abuse and anaemia and risk factors during the adolescent period” on July 20 and July 25 at North Point and South Point Colony, Zunheboto respectively. The play was performed by the students of Nito Theological College, Zunheboto.

In the programme, deputy chief medical officer (CMO) Zunheboto, Dr. Hoito Sema, shared about risk of pregnancy during adolescent and the importance of adolescent activity.

He encouraged the youth to do away with unwanted elements and motivated the

Participants of adolescent reproductive sexual health activities in Zunheboto. participants to live a healthy and exemplary life.

Dr. Hoito also sensitised the members on adolescent health, spiritual and mental well being, the physical and the emotional changes that happen during this period.

He encourage them to go for regular check up as it is the first step towards the safety and qualitative life and also to take out some quality time for oneself by spending time with friends

and family.

Dr. Hoito encouraged the gathering to create awareness among the people for anaemia. He also said that changed lifestyle and stressful schedule have resulted in anaemia as a lifestyle disease.

He further urged the youth to avail the services provided at the ARSH clinics at District Hospital and CHCs. After the play, documentary on ARSH was shown and free IEC

materials and bookmark were distributed.

Earlier, the programme was chaired by lecturer Tony K, Niholi, A/dean pronounced the invocation, scripture reading was delivered by Nitoyi, B.Th II and choreography was enacted by the B.Th III students. A talk on “PLWHA and our Society today” was shared by Viboli, B. Th II and benediction was pronounced by lecturer Lovi Zhimo.

CS convenes AHoDs, HoDs meeting on July 31 DIMAPUR: Nagaland Chief Secretary Pankaj Kumar has convened a meeting of Administrative Heads of Department (AHODs) and Heads of Department (HODs) on July 31, 1 p.m. at the Secretariat Conference Hall.

Agenda to be discussed includes: review of minutes of previous

AHODs/HODs meeting: ACS and HC, Presentation by NCS probationers (2015 Batch) on Governance issues observed during District Attachment: Director, ATI, New Audit Guidelines and E-GPF: AG Nagaland, Gender Responsive Budgeting: OSD (Planning), Annual Report on Chief Secretary’s Welfare Fund: Commis-

sioner & Secretary NSDMA, Funding requirement for girl child: SRCW, Tobacco Control: Principal Secretary H&FW, Important Instructions (including e-tendering): P&AR, Finance Departments and any other agenda with permission of the Chairman.

All AHoDs and HoDs have been informed to attend the meeting.

Orientation programme for teachers at DBHSS Dimapur

Teachers attend orientation programme at Don Bosco Higher Secondary School on Wednesday. (NP) Staff Reporter DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): With the objective to motivate and re-energise the teachers, Don Bosco Higher Secondary School (DBHSS) Dimapur organized orientation programme for its teachers Wednesday, at DBIL, DBHSS, Dimapur.

Addressing the teachers, Editor Nagaland Post, K

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Geoffrey Yaden, stressed on the need to be transformative and relevant to evolution taking place in education.

He cited the paradigm shift that had taken place in education during the decades.

Yaden said certificates and degrees have become useless in a skill-driven world. He also recalled a paper presented by him during 1999 at a seminar organised by

Naga Hoho.

Yaden gave an insight about this paper presentation that was also used as a guideline for the recommendation of reforms in education by a panel to the government during 2002.

He saidthe government talks about need for quality education and lamenting that 42% of its teachers were untrained. Yaden said

merely making teachers earn B.Ed degree cannot guarantee quality education. He said the bane of education in Nagaland is that it has become bureaucratised.

Geoffrey said this is reflected even in backdoor appointment of teachers.

Therefore, when education has become bureaucratised even teachers by and large, have less commit-

ment despite enjoying huge salary as compared to the performing teachers in private schools.

Coming back to the present need for teachers to be transformative, Yaden said teachers have to gear up and get involved in nonclass room projects with students and also get themselves skilled in different fields. He said contemporary education has shifted away from conventional classroom lectures where teachers no longer giving monologue lectures but play a supportive and catalytic role.

Later Geoffrey Yaden also visited the vocational training centre at AIDA where he interacted with around 50 trainees. Most of them were under matric and on knowing this, Yaden encouraged them not to feel any lesser but to be grateful they have an opportunity to pick up and improve skills.

He said educational qualifications are not as relevant

in an ever expanding skilldriven world.

Later at the second session, DBHSS principal Fr. Joshua Gangmei spoke on the types and major components of child abuse, child care principles: keep the interest of a child, be protector of a child ensure nondiscrimination and the different guidelines for school personnel in the highlight to abuses. He encouraged the teachers to completely stop implementing physical abuse towards children.

Fr. Joshua further informed about the various programmes which has been scheduled to be held in the month of July and August.

Earlier, Father (Dr) AJ Sebastian former Nagaland University (NU) Head of Department (HoD) shared his experience on how he motivated students to change. He encouraged the teachers to be counsellor.

Altogether, 67 teachers attended the programme.

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Manipur finance minister’s statement irks govt employees

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IMPHAL, Jul 26: Manipur deputy chief minister’s statement in the house of Manipur regarding government’s stand on 7th Pay Commission irked government employees.

Strongly condemning the statement, Manipur Government Services’ Federation (MGSF) warned that “if the government fails to pay the 7th Central Pay recommended pay with effect from January 1, 2016, there would be a big uproar of different types of employees’ strike across the state.”

Deputy chief minister Y Joykumar who is holding the charge of finance department on Tuesday informed the house of state Assembly that government was yet to consider implementation of recommendation of 7th Pay Commission to its employees. He had put the statement in response to a question raised by opposition Congress MLA K Ranjit Singh. The statement

Scrub Typhus kills 1 in Mnp, another tested positive Correspondent

IMPHAL, Jul 26: While officials of the state health department are busy combating menace of outbreak of dreaded diseases like Swine Flu, Japanese Encephalitis and Dengue, Scrub Typhus has claimed one life in Manipur.

A four-year-old was also tested positive for scrub typhus barely two days after the disease had claimed a 21-year-old youth in Manipur Imphal West district on July 24.

The four-year-old boy, currently treating at a private hospital, was tested positive for Scrub Typhus.

The boy started suffering from fever of high temperature on July 21 and he was admitted to a private hospital at Sagolband in Imphal here for treatment. The serological test confirmed as scrub typhus case.

The child is a resident of Pukhao village in Imphal but staying at his aunt’s residence at Thangmeiband in Imphal.

It is believed the kid suffered the infection when he was playing at Cheiraoching in Thangmeiband about 10 days back.

Following the confirmation of the child suffering from the disease, a team of medical officers of state health services rushed to the hospital and observed the condition of the child.

According to the doctors attending him, the condition of the child was improving slowly and his life is out of risk.

The disease can be cured if treated timely. There is no need for panicky by the people. The disease is curable though it was dangerous if delay in the treatment, the doctors opined.

The killer Scrub Typhus, an acute fever-causing infectious illness caused by a bacterium called Orientia Tsutsugamush, has claimed life of youth who was staying at a flood camps at Sekmaijing Mamang Leikai in Imphal West district.

The victim identified as H Bishwamitra Meitei (20) was suffering from fever from July 12, when he was in the flood relief camp at Sekmaijing.

Common symptoms of scrub typhus include body aches, fever, headache and sometimes rash and occurs in rural areas of Southeast Asia, Indonesia, China, Japan, India, and northern Australia. The outbreak of the killer disease is at a time while the people of state are facing outbreak of other dreaded diseases like Swine Flu, Dengue and Japanese Encephalitis.

Y Joykumar of the finance minister is highly condemned and his statement should be withdrawn forthwith, the federation demanded.

In a statement issued today, the federation said he (deputy chief minister) should understand that all the states in India have implemented the 7th Pay in their respective states.

“This employees’ federation is not in an agitation mode as per understanding had with the chief secretary on July 13, 2017,” MGSF reminded. While criticizing the deputy chief minister, MGSF further reminded

BJP’s vision document published during the last Assembly electioneering and said that the deputy chief minister might have not been got through as he gave his version in a “half-baked manner.”

“He (deputy chief minister) should take the most responsible charge of the same. His nature of dealing in the august house is highly condemnable.

Political immaturity has been observed in respect of Shri Joykumar,” the statement observed. The federation further demanded that such a immature and incapable minister should be scrapped/ousted from the council of minister so as to find a clean governance in the state.

In the statement, MGSF further warned that if the government fails to pay the 7th Central Pay recommended Pay with effect from January 1, 2016, the employees of the state government may resort to different type of strike across the state.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur Thursday, july 27, 2017

Commission to demarcate boundaries of new districts Correspondent

IMPHAL, Jul 26: Manipur revenue minister Karam Shyam Wednesday informed the house of Manipur Assembly that government was ready to constitute boundary commission to look into inter-district boundaries.

“A boundary commission to be headed by a retired judge will be constituted after the ongoing session of the state Assembly,” the revenue minister said.

He added that commission is to be formed to demarcate the boundaries of the newly created revenue districts in the state.

Previous Congress government in Manipur had created seven new districts by curving out all the five hill districts and two valley districts despite the strong objection from the United Naga Council (UNC) in declaring Jiribam and Sadar Hills as full-fledged revenue districts of Manipur.

The issue of creation of the new districts is still not resolved as UNC is engaging on a tripartite talk with state

Karam Shyam and Central government on the issue.

The statement of the revenue minister came up while the next round of tripartite talk, this time at political level, is scheduled to come up by the first week of next month, August.

The revenue minister asserted that the government will demarcate boundaries of the the revenue districts based on the finding reports of the proposed commission. The minister was replying to a starred question on whether the government has completed the demarcation process for the new revenue districts created last year raised by opposition Congress member RK Imo Singh.

NCC targets to enroll 1 L youth from NE Correspondent

Shillong, Jul 25: The National Cadet Corps (NCC) is targeting to enroll over a lakh students from the eight north-eastern states by 2020, Director-General NCC, Lt. Gen. Vinod Vishisht said on Tuesday.

The NCC Chief also lamented that no educational institution from the region has introduced NCC as an elective subject to attract the youth into the organisation and imbibe in them sense of national integration, value system and feeling of patriotism.

“At present, there are 89,000 NCC cadets in the region.

By 2020, we will exceed one lakh youth who join NCC,” Vishisht told journalists here in Meghalaya. Urging state governments in the Northeast to introduce NCC as elective subjects in educational institutes, he said, “This is a choice of the state governments. Though we have made plans and compiled books, but there are only 49 colleges in the country which have taken NCC as elective subject.”

The NCC’s elective course imparts strategic,

NSCN (R) refutes report on extortion drive in Assam DIMAPUR, JUL 26 (NPN): NSCN (Reformation) has refuted as “farce and outrageous” the media reports that the outfit has served extortion notes in south Assam villages.

In a clarification note, deputy secretar y MIP of NSCN (R) southern zone, Redeemson Kamei said that NSCN (R) was formed on the principle of reformation through love and peace, and not to spread terror, threat, intimidation or extortion.

It pointed out that the report was purely an attempt by some individual or faction with a malicious intention against the NSCN (R). Therefore, NSCN (R) said that it would conduct through investigation into the matter and would leave no stone unturned to find out the culprit. “We will also ensure that, an exemplary punishment is handed over to the culprit for committing a crime which is atrocious and disgraceful”, Kamei said.

Further, NSCN (R) urged all the headmen o f Jo y p u r, F u l e r t a l ,

Hmarkhawkien of Cachar and Jinam valley areas of Dima Hasao villages not to entertain any such demand in the name of GPRN/NSCN (R) by any individual but cooperate

with the NSCN local not to fall victims of such to vitiate and sabotage the authorities to nab the nefarious conspiracy hatch good relation. culprit. Reiterating that no such demand note has GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND been issued by NSCN OFFICE OF THE ADDITIONAL DEPUTY COMMISSIONER (R) chaplee in-charge, the MEDZIPHEMA DIST. DIMAPUR, NAGALAND NSCN (R) urged the people JUDL/SUC-1/2016/91 Dt. Medz. the 10th July 2017

military and policy-based education to students, helping them choose a career in defence services. Apart from regular training, the cadets will be trained in personality development and communication skills. Asked about the creation of NCC’s infantry unit to attract the youth into NCC, he said that Tripura has already had an infantry unit. “In Meghalaya we are going to do that in Garo Hills and for NCC to flourish, there has to be educational institutions. Un-

Dear Naro (our Granny), Happy Birthday!!!!

As you complete another mile of your life, may you draw more closer to God. May you meet success, joy and love in all walks of your life.

May our Almighty Father bless your longevity and bless you in abundant measure. Your Ignited Minds.

(Aso, Akok & Alu Matha) GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER PEREN : NAGALAND

OBJECTION NOTICE NO.PRN/JUD-5/PT-II/2017/145 Dated Peren the 29th June 2017.

Shri Haisamlu Syarau of Tening Town, has applied for issue of Succession Certificate declaring that his mother Late Kangruangwi has expired on 20/05/2017.

Public are hereby invited to file claims/objections within 30 (thirty) days w.e.f. date of publication in local papers. If no objection is received from the public within the stipulated time, the Succession Certificate shall be issued in favour of the applicant.

ZARENTHUNG EZUNG, Deputy Commissioner, Peren : Nagaland K-2370

NOTICE INVITING OTHER CLAIMENTS TO REPRESENTATION TO COME FORWARD (SECTION 375 OF THE INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925) AND (SECTION 10 OF THE GUARDIAN AND WARD ACT 1890)

NOTICE

A F F I DAV I T

Regd. No. 501/2017 Dt. 23/07/17 I, Mr. Vedusa Zholia, son of Shri. Asasou Zholia of Zelume Village, Phek district, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as follows: 1. That I am citizen of India belonging to Chakhesang Tribe of Nagaland.

2. That my official name is Vedusa Zholia.

3. That, in my Service Book and some of my records, my name has been inadvertently entered as Vedusa Chakhesang, whereas, the names Vedusa Zholia and Vedusa Chakhesang refers to the same and one person, i.e. Vedusa Zholia.

4. That for all my official purpose and future references, rectifications and doubts if any arise with regard to my name, this affidavit shall stand as a proof of evidence.

That the statements made in the above paragraphs are true to the best of knowledge and nothing has been concealed herein.

Deponent Signed before me by the deponent above named on this the 23rd day of July, 2017 at Kohima Notary Public K-2374

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER

WOKHA : NAGALAND Dt, Wokha the 21st July 2017

NOTICE No. Judl-47/2016-17/ /whereas, Smti. Abeni Kithan, W/o. Late.

Shri. Elias Kithan, a resident of Akuk Village has applied for issue of Succession Certificate to enable her to draw all dues and benefits/ family pension from the Govt. and to draw/operate A/c No. 20028022821, A/c No. 11766567647 and A/c No. 18830100004334 in favour of her deceased husband Late Shri. Elias Kithan, who expired on 4/7/2017.

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

Wezope Kenye Deputy Commissioner, Wokha : Nagaland DC-1764

MILITARY ENGINEER SERVICE NOTICE INVITING E-TENDERS HEADQUARTERS 137 WORKS ENGINEERS, C/O 99 APO HQ 137 Works Engineers, C/O 99 APO on behalf of the President of India invites online item rate/percentage rate/Lump bids on Single Stage two cover bid system for the following works:1. Name of work : SPL REPAIRS TO BLDG NO T-354 AND T-357 AT MILITARY STATION AGARTALA (AMMUNITION DUMP) 2. Estimated Cost : 18.13 Lakhs (Rupees eighteen lakhs thirteen thousand only) 3. Period of completion : 06 (six) Months 4. Tender ID : 2017_ MES_130776_1 5. File No : 8180/E8 Tele/Fax : 03862-249225 Email : cwedimapur@gmail.com & dima1373-mes@nic.in DC-1761

MILITARY ENGINEER SERVICE NOTICE INVITING E-TENDERS HEADQUARTERS 137 WORKS ENGINEERS, C/O 99 APO HQ 137 Works Engineers, C/O 99 APO on behalf of the President of India invites online item rate/percentage rate/Lump bids on Single Stage two cover bid system for the following works:1. Name of work : REPAIRS AND CLEANING OF MANHOLES, SEWAGE LINE, SEPTIC TANK AND SOAKAGE PIT AT MIL STN AGARTALA 2. Estimated Cost : 10.50 Lakhs (Rupees ten lakhs fifty thousand only) 3. Period of completion : 06 (six) Months 4. Tender ID : 2017_ MES_130810_1 5. File No : 8181/E8 Tele/Fax : 03862-249225 Email : cwedimapur@gmail.com & dima1373-mes@nic.in DC-1760

MILITARY ENGINEER SERVICE NOTICE INVITING E-TENDERS HEADQUARTERS 137 WORKS ENGINEERS, C/O 99 APO HQ 137 Works Engineers, C/O 99 APO on behalf of the President of India invites online item rate/percentage rate/Lump bids on Single Stage two cover bid system for the following works:1. Name of work : PERIODICAL SERVICES/WELCOME MAINT IN MD ACCN AT MIL STN AGARTALA 2. Estimated Cost : 15.82 Lakhs (Rupees fifteen lakhs eighty two thousand only) 3. Period of completion : 06 (six) Months 4. Tender ID : 2017_ MES_130818_1 5. File No : 8182/E8 Tele/Fax : 03862-249225 Email : cwedimapur@gmail.com & dima1373-mes@nic.in DC-1758

Whereas Smti. Neingu-u Zumvu,W/o Lt. Vizelhou Angami of Medziphema has applied for issue of Succession Certificate under the Indian Succession Act. 1925 to draw/operate his Bank Account No. 20241846685 SBI, Medziphema Branch, moveable/immoveable properties of Lt. Vizelhou Angami, who expired on 02/05/2017.

Therefore, public are hereby asked to file objection/ claim in any within 30 days of issue of this notice.

(VIKHWENO CHALE) Addl. Deputy Commissioner Medziphema, Dist. Dimapur, Nagaland DP-7567

IN THE COURT OF DEPUTY COMMISSIONER DIMAPUR DISTRICT HEADQUARTER CHUMUKEDIMA, CAMP : DIMAPUR : NAGALAND. NO. M 408/17/4043/44

NOTICE

Dated, Dimapur the 14th June' 17

Notice is hereby given that Shri/Smti. Ringo Odyuo -Vrs- Shri. Dr. Phyobemo Jami resident of Duncan Basti Town/Village in the District of Dimapur, Nagaland under Rule 50 & 51 of Assam Land Revenue Regulation 1886 have applied for Mutation of land described in the schedule below:The undersigned under Rule 52 of the said Rules do hereby invites claims/ objections concerning to the said land, if any & should be submitted to this Court in writing on or before 14.8.2017.

SCHEDULE OF LAND AND BOUNDARY

Name of Patta Holder : Ringo Odyuo Village /Town Block No. : 10, Patta No. : 747, Dag No. : 49/827, Area : 01B-00K-14 Ls.

Deputy Commissioner Dimapur : Nagaland.

DP-7558

Regd. No. 4580

DECLARATION

Date. 4/7/2017

1st Class Magistrate DECLARATION

DECLARATION

Date : 05.06.17

I, Shri. Tekayaba alias Ato Angami, son of Shri. Noksangneken, resident of Half Nagarjan, Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby affirm and declare as under : 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India, belonging to Ao-Naga tribe of Nagaland.

2. That I am working as a Work-Charge Driver under the establishment of the Executive Engineer PWD (R&B), Dimapur Division, Dimapur, Nagaland bearing Empl. Code PWD15628.

3. That previously I was known and called as ATO ANGAMI due to the fact that my mother Smti. Sano Angami is from Angami tribe and after the divorce of my parents I was looked and cared after by my mother, as such I had adopted an Angami name. However since I have now reconciled with my father I have decided to change my name as TEKAYABA which is a name belonging to my own tribe i.e. Ao. 4. That my name has been recorded as ATO ANGAMI in my Service records and other documents, however from now onwards I shall be known and called as TEKAYABA for all purpose by all concerned.

5. That this affidavit is made to declare the alternation of my name from "ATO ANGAMI" to "TEKAYABA" before the competent authority and thereby to correct my name as "TEKAYABA" in my Service Records and all other official documents.

I, further verify that the statements made in paragraphs 1-5 of this affidavit are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and no part of it is false.

Declarant Solemnly sworn and declared before me on this.... day of June, 2017.

DP-7562

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 and Guardian and ward Act 1890 for grant of Succession & Guardianship Certificate for the estate of Late Kiheilungle Deceased, has been filed by Smti. Peisile Guardian of Master Kangzangpeu and whereas the 25 day of 8 2017 has been fixed for hearing the case notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the Administration of the estate of the said deceased may if he she so desires appear in this Court on the said day of 25.8.2017.

Given under the hand and seal of the Court this 24 the day of 7/17.

Deputy Commissioner Dimapur : Nagaland.

DP-7569

DISTRICT : WOKHA

IN THE GAUHATI HIGH COURT (THE HIGH COURT OF ASSAM, NAGALAND, MIZORAM AND ARUNACHAL PRADESH ) ( KOHIMA BENCH )

W.P. (C) No.90 (K)/ 2017.

Shri. Njamo Kithan -VSThe State of Nagaland & ors.

………PETITIONER

………. RESPONDENTS To, 1. The Chairman, Sanis Village Council, Sanis Village, Wokha, Nagaland.

2. Shri. Nyamo, R/o Sanis Village, Wokha, Nagaland.

WHEREAS, the petitioner has instituted a writ petition against the Notifications dated 20-4-2017 and 7-6-2017 issued by the Deputy Commissioner, Wokha. You are hereby summoned to appear in person or by pleader duly instructed and able to answer all material question relating to the writ petition on the day of 16th August 2017 without fail.

Take Notice that, in default of your appearance on the day before mentioned, the Writ Petition will be heard and determined in your absence.

By order of the court, Asst. Registrar (Judicial) Gauhati High Court, Kohima Bench.

K-2360B

IN THE GAUHATI HIGH COURT (THE HIGH COURT OF ASSAM, NAGALAND, MIZORAM AND ARUNACHAL PRADESH ) ( KOHIMA BENCH )

W.P. (C) No.89 (K)/ 2017.

Aree Old Village Council -VSThe State of Nagaland & 6 ors.

………PETITIONER

………. RESPONDENTS To, 1. Shri. Stephen N. Kikon, R/o Aree Old Village, Wokha, Nagaland.

2. Shri. Sanchamo, R/o Aree Old Village, Wokha, Nagaland.

WHEREAS, the petitioner has instituted a writ petition against the Notifications dated 20-4-2017 and 7-6-2017 issued by the Deputy Commissioner, Wokha. You are hereby summoned to appear in person or by pleader duly instructed and able to answer all material question relating to the writ petition on the day of 16th August 2017 without fail.

Take Notice that, in default of your appearance on the day before mentioned, the Writ Petition will be heard and determined in your absence.

By order of the court, Asst. Registrar (Judicial) Gauhati High Court, Kohima Bench.

K-2360A DISTRICT : WOKHA

Regd. No. 1109/17 Dt. 17/07/17 I, Shri. Mankei Konyak, S/o Lt. Chingwen Konyak, age 49 (forty nine) years permanent resident of Wangti Village, Mon : Nagaland and presently at Lerie Colony, Kohima: Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirms and declares as follows:1. That I am Law abit and bonafide citizen of India.

2. That my name has been inadvertently entered/written in service Book and in Appointment Order/Orders as Mainkei Konyak, Monkai Konyak, Mankai Konyak and Mankei instead of Mankei Konyak.

3. That the above written names are to one and the same person, i.e. me.

4. That the correct and official name is Mankei Konyak and this shall be used in future references (in any purpose).

That the above statements made are true to the best of my knowledge and those statements and nothing have been concealed.

Deponent Solemnly affirm and declare by deponent in my presence on this day 17th July 2017 at Chief Judicial Magistrate, Kohima: Nagaland.

K-2371 Regd. No. 481/17

In the Court of Smti. Sara S. Jamir Additional Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur, Nagaland

DISTRICT : WOKHA

I, Miss. Thungbeni T. Lotha D/o. T. Lotha a resident of Orchid Colony Wokha Town do hereby declared that I have changed my name from Thungbeni Z. Erui, D/o.

Thungdemo Erui to Thungbeni T. Lotha, D/o. T. Lotha.

Henceforth, my name will be used as Thungbeni T. Lotha, D/o. T. Lotha instead of Thungbeni Z. Lotha, D/o. Thungbemo Erui in all my official documents and communication purpose.

I made this declaration with sound mind and in good health on the day of 3rd July 2017.

Deponent DC-1763

less there are educational institutions, it is not possible to create such units. There are also areas in the Northeast that required much more attention than Meghalaya,” the NCC Chief said.

Vashisht said the equipment in the naval units of the NCC located in Sivasagar and Guwahati are being replaced with new ones besides new aircrafts are also being bought for the air units of the NCC which is located in Guwahati and other parts of the region.

NOTARY PUBLIC

IN THE GAUHATI HIGH COURT (THE HIGH COURT OF ASSAM, NAGALAND, MIZORAM AND ARUNACHAL PRADESH ) ( KOHIMA BENCH )

W.P. (C) No.91 (K)/ 2017.

Shri. Chumchamo Tungoe -VSThe State of Nagaland & ors.

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………PETITIONER ………. RESPONDENTS

The Village Council Chairman, New Changsu Village, Changsu Village, Wokha, Nagaland.

Shri. Wopenthung Tungoe, R/o New Changsu Village, Wokha, Nagaland Shri. Robin Yanthan, R/o New Changsu Village, Wokha, Nagaland WHEREAS, the petitioner has instituted a writ petition against the Notifications dated 20-4-2017 and 7-6-2017 issued by the Deputy Commissioner, Wokha. You are hereby summoned to appear in person or by pleader duly instructed and able to answer all material question relating to the writ petition on the day of 16th August 2017 without fail.

Take Notice that, in default of your appearance on the day before mentioned, the Writ Petition will be heard and determined in your absence.

By order of the court, Asst. Registrar (Judicial) Gauhati High Court, Kohima Bench.

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IN THE GAUHATI HIGH COURT

(THE HIGH COURT ASSAM : NAGALAND : MIZORAM & ARUNACHAL PRADESH) KOHIMA BENCH (CIVIL WRIT JURISDICTION)

WRIT PETITION (C) No. 136(K)/17 Mr. Nitoka V. Swu & 10 Ors ……Petitioners -VERSUSState of Nagaland & 12 Ors. …...Respondents To 1. Shri. David Ngone, 2. Shri. Edongro, 3. Shri. Motilo Mesen, 4. Shri. Khrienyuhu Solo, 5. Shri. Dazilo, 6. Smti. R. Meriyani Yanthan, 7. Shri. Benjamin Ngullie, 8. Shri. Nathan Rengma, 9. Shri. Jonathan, 10.Shri. Vizotuolie Kuotsu, All the above respondents are serving as Assistant Auditors under the Department of Treasuries & Accounts. ……..Respondents.

NOTICE UNDER ORDER V. RULE 20 CPC. Whereas in the above mentioned case filed before the Gauhati High Court, Kohima Bench, you have been impleaded as respondents.

The Hon’ble Court by Order dated 24.7.17 has directed for substitute notice through local dailies and directed the case to be listed after 3 weeks. If no appearance is made on your behalf, by yourself, your advocate or by someone authorized by law to act for you, the matter shall be taken up in your absence.

Signed and sealed by the Order of this Court this day the 26th day of July 2017.

Deputy Registrar (Judl.)

Gauhati High Court (Kohima Bench) Kohima, Nagaland.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur Thursday, july 27, 2017

Centre concedes privacy is a fundamental right

New Delhi, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): The Centre on Wednesday told the Supreme Court that privacy is a fundamental right, but a “wholly qualified” one.

This led a nine-judge Constitution Bench led by Chief Justice of India J.S. Khehar on Wednesday to sum up Attorney General K.K. Venugopal’s submission as thus: “You are saying that right to privacy is a fundamental right. But not every aspect of it (privacy) is a fundamental right. It depends on a case-to-case basis.”

Venugopal agreed to court’s interpretation of the government stand on privacy. The acknowledgment from the Centre’s side came after several hours of walking on the very brink of conceding that right to privacy is a fundamental right. Even senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for some Congress-ruled States had submitted that privacy is not an “absolute right”.

The court kept prodding Venugopal to make the government’s position clear. At one point, Chief Justice Khehar even said that the reference to the

The petitioners argued that right to privacy is part of Article 21. nine-judge Bench can be closed if the Centre agrees that privacy is a fundamental freedom.

“Petitioners had argued that there is a fundamental right to privacy. You (Centre) had stalled them by saying that privacy is not a fundamental right.

You quoted our eight and six judges’ benches’ judgments to claim privacy is not a fundamental right.

So, the five-judge Bench hearing the Aadhaar petitions referred the question ‘whether privacy is a fundamental right or not’ to us.

Now if you are saying that privacy is a fundamental right, shall we close this reference right now itself ?”

Chief Justice Khehar asked Venugopal at one point.

Venugopal explained to the Bench that the government did not consider privacy a single, homogenous right but rather a “sub-species of the fundamental right to personal liberty and consists of diverse aspects. Not every aspect of privacy is a fundamental right”. Some aspects of privacy is expressly defined in the Constitution, while some not. Venugopal said there is a “fundamental right to privacy. But this right is a wholly qualified right.”

To this, Venugopal argued that privacy is submissive to the fundamental right to life under Article 21.

Aadhaar is a measure by the State to ensure the teeming millions of poor in the country are not reduced to lead an “animal existence”.

Chief Justice Khehar intervened, saying “we (the nine judges) are here to decide whether there is at all a fundamental right to privacy... The question whether Aadhaar violates privacy will be decided later by the five judges. So now you (Centre) have said privacy is a fundamental right,” the Chief Justice told Venugopal.

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national IRCTC to take over catering services in all trains New Delhi, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): Catering services in all trains with pantry cars will be handed over to IRCTC by the yearend in order to improve onboard food quality, according to Railways.

Passengers in seven Rajdhani and six Shatabdi trains will have an option for e-catering facility.

IRCTC will be given responsibility of managing catering services in all trains with pantry cars be December-end, railway board member (traffic) Mohd Jamshed said on Wednesday.

Till now, the zonal railways were managing catering services in majority trains as per the catering policy 2010. There are about 350 trains including Rajdhani, Shatabdi and Duronto which are equipped with pantr y cars.

With a view to improve catering services at rail premises, Railways will also conduct third party audit at pantry cars, base kitchens and food stalls to ensure best practice.

“We have hired two reputed companies to do the third party audits at food stalls and pantr y cars,” Jamshed said.

Govt clarifies on ration allowance to jawans

New Delhi, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): In the wake of a controversial recommendation to scrap free rations for military personnel serving in peace stations, the Union government on Wednesday clarified that while those in forward areas will continue to receive free rations, those in peace stations will be paid in cash in place of rations.

The clarification came a day after a serving army officer issued a legal notice against the move.

“The 7th Pay Commission in its recommendations to the Government on Pay and Allowances of the Armed Forces, had recommended that the provision of free rations and the grant of Ration Money Allowance to officers of Defence Forces posted in peace areas should be withdrawn,” the government had pointed out.

However, the Narendra Modi government took a different view, “given the important role of the Armed Forces”. Thus it was decided that “Ration Money Allowance should be continued,” the government said on Wednesday.

“While those in forward stations, will continue to get their free ration withImage of the ration breakdown. out any change, officers It pointed out that this posted in peace stations will credited directly into the be provided this benefit in bank account of the offi- move will benefit 43,000 officers, while there is no cash. The cash would be cers,” it added.

change in ration allowance for JCOs (Junior Commissioned Officer) and PBORs (Personnel Below Officer Rank) numbering more than 9 lakh.

Under the new scheme, officers would get Rs 96 per day in place of free rations.

The government also clarified that in the tribunal it will give the rationale behind the decision.

The clarification came in the wake of reports of widespread anger among military personnel over the move. A serving army colonel had served a legal notice to the defence secretary over the issue.

Colonel Mukul Dev, in his notice, said he joined the army after weighing in all the service terms, including free rations. “There was no mention of provision of cash in lieu of free rations in the notification,” his notice said.

“The decision of yours has violated the basic terms and conditions of my service upon which I was employed and commissioned and that too without obtaining any written consent from me,” his legal notice states.

Parrikar says police will Lalu hits back, says ‘Nitish has murder crack desecration case taint on him, colluding with BJP’

Manohar Parrikar ecration of graves. “People are worried because the latest incident has happened while Francis Pereira who was arrested recently for allegedly single-handedly destroying religious structures, is in police custody,” Kavlekar, a Congress MLA, said.

Kavlekar said the latest desecration incident proved that there was more than one person involved in the serial desecration incidents in Goa, in connection with which Pereira was arrested last week.

NEW DELHI, Jul 26 (Agencies): RJD chief Lalu Prasad on Wednesday unleashed an offensive against Nitish Kumar, shortly after the JD(U) leader tendered his resignation as Bihar chief minister.

Stating that Nitish Kumar was charged in a murder case, defiant Lalu accused the JD(U) leader of colluding with the BJP. “Nitish Kumar knew that he is accused of section 302, one of India’s CM is main accused in murder and arms case,” Lalu said while addressing a press conference in Patna.

Citing PM Modi’s tweet appreciating Nitish Kumar’s stand on corruption, Lalu accused the former of being hand in gloves with the BJP and the RSS. “The setting is done with the BJP and the RSS. This was proved when the Prime Minister was quick to congratulate him for his

Nagaland Board of School Education Kohima NOTIFICATION NO 41/2017

Dated Kohima the 26th July 2017 NO.NBE-8/Ad-Misc. (10)/2017-18 :: In continuation to this Office Notification No. 11/2017 dated Kohima, the 30th March 2017, it is notified once again that the CCE Report Card developed by the Board is mandatory for all the Institutions registered with the Board.

The CCE report cards of the present Class X students are to be submitted to the Board's office during 1st - 5th August 2017, at the time of submission of the progress report (Form No. 15) of Mid-Term Examination failing which the forms/report shall NOT be accepted. The CCE report card of these students should have the assessment of Class IX i.e. of 2016 only.

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If Nitish doesn’t plan to join hands with the BJP, let him agree to a meeting of all MLAs of the alliance and choose a new leader,” Lalu said.

“As the largest party in the state, RJD should now be given an opportunity to

form the government,” the RJD chief said.

Clarifying on the crisis that started after CBI charged him and his son in a corruption case, Lalu said that he had told Nitish Kumar that the charges were false and politically motivated.

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Panaji, Jul 26 (IANS): Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said on Wednesday that police would crack down within “three-four days” on those behind the desecration of graves in a Catholic cemetery in Madkai village of Goa. The new case, reported on Tuesday night, comes after the Goa Police claimed last week that the arrest of 50-year-old Francis Pereira would end the series of desecrations in the state.

In the latest incident, nearly a dozen crosses were damaged at the cemetery near Fatima Chapel in Madkai, located 35 km from Panaji. Responding to comments by opposition MLAs during zero hour, Chief Minister Parrikar said: “Police have got definite clues.

In three or four days they would solve the case and arrest the culprits.”

Leader of Opposition Chandrakant Kavlekar raised the issue of mass des-

Nagaland Board of School Education Kohima NOTIFICATION NO 40/2017

Dated Kohima the 26th July 2017 NO.NBE-28/Ad-NSE 2017-18 :: It is hereby notified that the examination for Financial Literacy Class IX will be held on 10th of August 2017. The schools offering Financial Literacy course are informed to note the following : 1. The examination will be conducted from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.

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opinion/EDITORIAL

Nagaland Post

Between The Lines

Vol. XXVII NO. 231 Dimapur, thursday, JuLy 27, 2017

Scamful of achievements

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orruption in Nagaland has gone out of control and unfortunately people have show no resolve to destroy the cancer that has spread to the vital parts of the body. The people and voters are seem to have no inclination to make their elected representatives respond to mass hue and cry against so many monumental scams that have been exposed during the past few years. In the recent weeks, media reported on how funds meant for development of road communication have been siphoned off and further deteriorating the condition of potholed roads. A recent report, based on a PIL filed by two petitioners in Nagaland accused embezzlement of huge funds from the PWD(R&B) department. The two petitioners had cited the reply to their RTI from the Public Information Officer (PIO) on June 15 by the finance department which disclosed that 62 drawal authority letters were issued to the PWD (Roads & Bridges) department from May 6,2016 to March 31,2017 for an amount of Rs.342,22,08,000 or Rs.342 crore/22 lakhs and 8000. That means, in a year a total of Rs.171,11,04,000 was withdrawn for road repair or construction but the fact remains that no new roads were constructed during the ten-month period nor any major repairs done. So the question that remains is, where has the money gone and most importantly, who are those responsible for siphoning such a huge amount. In a month around Rs.35 crore was drawn under the department for works that were not carried out. The amazing thing about the scam has been going on for so long and it won’t be a surprise if similar scams exist in several other departments. If it has been going on for so long then it can only lead to the conclusion of a larger collusion among corrupt politicians, bureaucrats, department officials including armed factions.

Earlier during February this year, this newspaper had highlighted details of another road scam where the finance department had issue drawal sanction for Rs.20 crore for the year ending March 2016 for roads under various divisions. The same amount was again sanction for roads under the same divisions for the year ending 2017. Besides the loot going, there are also many illegal and irregular decision with regard to appointments whether backdoor or contract or ad-hoc or deputation. All these are rampant because the people themselves feel it is the duty of their elected leaders to give them what they demand. It also does not matter whether it comes through looting or committing gross irregularity. This has led to the institutionalisation of corruption which has become deep rooted in the government. People themselves have become insensitive to such actions because they no longer care what happens. In fact, corruption is no longer considered a crime but most unfortunately, an achievement. Rather than treating the corrupt of society as pariah, people instead place them on a pedestal for the sake of monetary gain. On the issue of corruption and illegal decisions of the government, the silence of the church indicates that its leaders have grown close with politicians in power including bureaucrats and so have avoided taking on the issue headlong. If the church is being seen to be silent or ambivalent on corruption which has destroyed Nagaland and its people, the goal of ‘Clean Election’ is being seen as a diversionary tactic.

DailyDevotion The Way to Purity Those things which proceed out of the mouth come from the heart….For out of the heart proceed evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false witness, blasphemies. These are the things which defile a man… —Matthew 15:18-20 Initially we trust in our ignorance, calling it innocence, and next we trust our innocence, calling it purity. Then when we hear these strong statements from our Lord, we shrink back, saying, “But I never felt any of those awful things in my heart.” We resent what He reveals. Either Jesus Christ is the supreme authority on the human heart, or He is not worth paying any attention to. Am I prepared to trust the penetration of His Word into my heart, or would I prefer to trust my own “innocent ignorance”? If I will take an honest look at myself, becoming fully aware of my so-called innocence and putting it to the test, I am very likely to have a rude awakening that what Jesus Christ said is true, and I will be appalled at the possibilities of the evil and the wrong within me. But as long as I remain under the false security of my own “innocence,” I am living in a fool’s paradise. If I have never been an openly rude and abusive person, the only reason is my own cowardice coupled with the sense of protection I receive from living a civilized life. But when I am open and completely exposed before God, I find that Jesus Christ is right in His diagnosis of me.

The only thing that truly provides protection is the redemption of Jesus Christ. If I will simply hand myself over to Him, I will never have to experience the terrible possibilities that lie within my heart. Purity is something far too deep for me to arrive at naturally. But when the Holy Spirit comes into me, He brings into the center of my personal life the very Spirit that was exhibited in the life of Jesus Christ, namely, the Holy Spirit, which is absolute unblemished purity.

Quotes

The one exclusive sign of thorough knowledge is the power of teaching. ~ Aristotle

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hen ter rorists attack from the front, it means that they are not afraid of consequences. The story of counterattack to kill seven pilgrims, returning from the Amarnath Yatra in Kashmir, is somewhat similar. Lashkar-e-Toiba did not hesitate to taking on the police or the army as if the terrorists knew that the counter challenge would fall short of their resolve to harm the security forces accompanying the yatra. Lashkar is a possibility, particularly when it has not claimed the responsibility yet. Even if they claim the responsibility, there is no certainty that they are doing so to cover up the homegrown terrorists. Even the J and K Police have pointed fingers at Lashkar. It is quite likely that Lashkar is the perpetrator. This is being battered so much in most countries in West Asia that it wants to resell itself. If it can frighten India, there is every possibility of nations in West Asia coming under its spell of fear.

The nation is justified

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Thursday, July 27, 2017

Pilgrim’s progress

in expressing its horror because the yatris were on the pilgrimage of faith which they cherish. It had nothing to do with politics. Unfortunately the whole episode, as the days pass by, is being politicized. The BJP is to blame. It has not bothered that the party has a share in the state government and some of the blame would come to it. This is not the first time that attacks on yatris have taken place. In August 2000, the terrorists had opened fire on over 95 people, leading to a death toll of 89. The series of attacks, which began on the night of 1 August, were believed to be planned. The following year, too, terrorists opposed to the local outfit Hizbul Mujahideen’s ceasefire declaration, had attacked a pilgrim base camp at Pahalgam. A total of 32 people were killed in the base camp strike at Pahalgam, of which 21 were Amarnath yatris. Similarly, a militant hurled two grenades at a camp and later opened fire near the Amarnath shrine on the night of 20 July 2001, killing nearly 13 people, including

Hard task ahead

he record of the present tenure of the Members of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly will go down as unenviable, unstable and scandal related batch in the annals of Nagaland Legislative history. During their present tenure public leaders were busy changing leaders and forming new Governments rather than serving the people for whom they are elected. Much to the dislike of many, the famous Maxim…. ‘Politics is the last refuge for the scoundrels’ holds so true should the above maxim be applied to the present political scenario. We lately have elected representatives, crammed in a mixed bag, consisting of the good, the bad and the ugly.

Whereas the good that are in smaller numbers says or act precious little, the bad and the ugly that constitutes the bulk of the bag runs the show in bringing the state to the present unenviable situation where we must have earned the little ‘uniqueness’ but for wrong reasons. We are presumably left with an uncertain future where the present ministry is more likely to be embroiled in managing to run the jumbo ministry itself instead of sorting out the various vexing issues such as backdoor appointments, financial abuse in various department, deplorable road conditions, a sense of hopelessness among people and a very uncertain future that is looming

Nagaland Post, Dimapur

three women yatris and two terrorist cowards,” he said police officers. The attack in tweets. The bus, which took place around 1:25 am was fired upon by terrorists near Sheshnag, one of the in Kashmir, was not regishighest stops on the way to tered with the Amarnath the Amarnath cave. What Shrine Board and plying is baffling is the fact that without any security cover nearly 15,000 security per- long after the evening deadsonnel and policemen were line fixed for the vehicles deployed carrying Amto offer arnath yatris, Kuldip Nayar protection said Congress to the Amarnath pilgrims chief spokesperson Ranin 2002. Yet, a terrorist at- deep S Surjewala. Pakistan tack could not be averted may be involved, but that is as eight people were killed only a suspicion so far. and 30 were injured.

The government must The attack took place lay before the country the before dawn on the Nun- evidence of Islamabad’s wan camp on the way to involvement. But we must the Amarnath shrine, ac- cleanse our own house. The cording to reports. Coming establishment is involved in back to the attack on the training Hindu terrorists yatris in Jammu, Con- and as Hilary Clinton has gress vice president Rahul said that “if you nourish Gandhi has hit out at the snakes in your courtyard, government over the at- they are bound to bite tack, terming it a grave and you one day.” Indigenous unacceptable security lapse terrorists are now a reality and asked Prime Minister and they do strike here Narendra Modi to accept and there. responsibility. “This is a The attack on the grave and unacceptable se- Samjohta Express is said curity lapse. The PM needs to be the handiwork of to accept responsibility and homegrown terrorists. The never allow it to happen biggest casualty of the again... India will never Amarnath Yatra is the be intimidated by these Kashmiriyat, a secular

belief propelled by the sufis. This faith asserted itself when Maharaja Hari Singh quit the government and left it to the popular leader, Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah. There was no communal feeling at that time. Fundamentalists and the propaganda by Pakistan have destroyed what was so beautiful. But why should we throw in the towel?

For 70 years we have been upholding India’s ethos, secularism and democracy.

We have added the word secularism in the preamble of our constitution.

Ironically, Mrs Indira Gandhi did this when she, as Prime Minister, had imposed the emergency. She detained one lakh people without trials and imposed censorship on the press.

And she openly said that the press did not resist the restrictions she introduced.

L.K. Advani was quite correct in chiding the press after the emergency: “You were asked to bend but you began to crawl.” Were the Kashmiriyat to assert itself, the basic values like the free press would come to be respected. The Kashmiri

Post-mortem

before us. There will always be problems when ministry is formed on grounds of rewards but rather on merits.

It is indeed unfortunate that amidst intensive campaigns by the Church and the N.G.O’s for clean election, paradoxically the elected representatives for whom clean election is initiated, instead camped at Kazaringa holiday resort. What a tragedy.

Is it an exhibition of fine leadership quality or an expression of unrestrained lust for power?

Humanely speaking, one cannot expect a miracle during the next few months. Rather we will witness a period of intensive preparation for the next Assembly Election with election related tours, speeches and exhortations in Churches and public places. Churches also need not worry much for the expenditures during the coming Christmas feasts as hopefully public leaders will take care of most of the expenditure during the ensuing Christmas.

It is time for every sensible Nagas to seriously introspect the kind and quality of leaders that we would be electing within few months. Let us pray and seek wisdom from above in all sincerity that only clean honest and capable leaders are elected to clean our State that is currently in shambles. It is a hard task ahead but we can do it if we have the will.

Tali Longkumer IAS (Rtd)

The missing letter G in the equation

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ere is a mere business man with regrets for having no knowledge to guide the youngster at this juncture. Nevertheless, I am comforted by the writings of so many great writers who are doing the job, thanking God for their write ups, fearlessly telling the truth and guiding us with their intellect taking their true Christian stand despite the situation been not in good turn, giving us a sense that God is still working on us, making us courageous with reasons and proud to have them. Hats off to you Dear writers! You are our real heroes may God continue to bless you, guide us to follow the right path to reach our goal “Nagaland for Christ” a reality. I have learned 26 letters alphabet at the very early age (some 60 years back), and vividly remember them well till today from A to Z without any mistake or confusion, the same arrangement still follows as that of chemical equation for water i.e. H2O, it always start with A not B or C .

Of late, some learned people and so called leaders started to make things complicated making simple people like me confuse, compels me to even write this. With this, let me share with you a thought lingering in my mind to make things simpler by saying “Rearrangement of the present structure is the need of the hour”, more so with that of mind not necessarily the people. No new project or research is required for that only introspective and retrospective

studies will suffice. Perhaps, this is the present setting/equation; MONEY> POWER > POSITION (MP1P2). This believes and practice has inculcated into everyone’s brain and saying if you have money the other two ultimately follows or can be achieved. This very thought is invading every sphere and grinding down the whole system. I believe the reverse is true i.e. POSITION>POWER> MONEY (P2P1M). But wait! I guess we are missing the most important letter or perhaps, making it invisible, the letter G in the equation which stands for GOD and so, God intended equation I supposed is GP2P1M, the original equation. First seek His kingdom and the rest follows (Matt. 6:33) moreover so in Gal. 2:20 said, I no longer live but Christ lives in me. This makes the letter G an indispensable component in the equation. It is no easy task to achieve position (P2), everyone wants and should try for that as it has along with it the prestige. But in doing so when some people fail by fair means they started to play unfair to achieve the same, more easily so in Nagaland context.

This has given birth to the former equation. On top of that, they can even give justification which makes many, fail to comprehend and end up in confusion. How can one start alphabet with B or C and give justification. Let me say it again confidently, “I don’t get confused in this”. Yes! Indeed, one can achieve so through the former

Politics of defection vide topple games

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ere I just wanted to opine on some points of observation about the current political gambling of defection vide ministry topple competition in Nagaland state. That since the Naga politics of independence movement had made a huge lost to thousand lives of the Nagas right from the stage of submitted our petition for Naga sovereignty till up to date, by that many prominent Naga freedom fighters had lost their lives and now broken into handful pieces of underground factions.

Those followers were made extortionists, demanders and collectors of money from the public compelled them to involve even in such risks of evil gambling for livelihood. That it has become a culture for the Naga youth at the moment. With the power of guns and uniforms procured out of funds collected or extorted from the innocent public they built their buildings, sent their children to the distant cities and universities for

Muslims have themselves to decide their faith in togetherness is being replaced by fundamentalism.

I was recently in Srinagar and found to my horror that the youth, which has taken to the gun, want to convert the Valley into a sovereign, Islamic country.

Leaders like Yashin Malik and Shabbir Shah have become irrelevant. Syed Shah Geelani and Mirwaiz have a following but that was because they talked about Pakistan and Islam at the same time. They even support the stone-pelters saying that the stones were being hurled in the name of Islam. It is a dangerous trend to emerge. New Delhi will have to think hard and come up with a solution which is acceptable to the people in the Valley and the ruling party at the centre.

Home Minister Rajnath Singh has accepted the responsibility of arranging the yatra without any mishaps.

The BJP should consult with other political parties and take necessary steps which have the consensus behind them.

their higher educations.

Again, the Nagaland state politicians have been playing the same role of the politics of competitive defection from and toppled down ministries one after another.

Those elected MLAs who are very smart enough in defection vide topple the ministry only for want of corrupting money power other than sense of mandated maturity towards developments for public welfare. Mandatory honour is deserved from a matured leadership rather than defecting smartness.

Any defector/dissident MLA without the outcome of development is said to be cheaper than a student of expulsion from examination hall perhaps even equal to rapist on immoral ground.

Any often defector or dissident is termed to be a rapist on immoral ground because he raped a gir/woman by breaking her moral value that it never different from a public mandated leader who is elected by public on having trustworth that he could determine stability as

representative of more or less public. However, without such determined stability he corrupted public funds and in continual process of corruption, defected from one another is that he has no sense of public concern.

The roads of public buses ply like state highways and national highways are full of potholes, sinkings and roughed condition beside narrow roads, dummy, improper drainage systems, landslides and soil-erosion along the whole road sides were totally neglected by the motive of defection for saving and gaining money out of corrupted money. The roads even in Dimapur city of commercial hub with the gateway and Kohima town of the state capital of Nagaland along with the district headquarter and sub-divisional towns are absolutely looked like deserted township. Except Nagaland the whole other states in India are developed satisfactorily. But these MLAs may still think

about defecting farther more if their chief minister do not satisfy them without development in future.

The electorate public, intellectuals, the churches and the NGOs must think for welfare of the generations and take a remedial measurement concern about the forthcoming general assembly election in 2018. Let the weak or unstable MLAs be rejected in the general election without bribery or buying money. Rather make agreement with any contesting candidate on binding implementing development of more or less any sort of development according to your agreeing convenience in order of letting him abide by public mandatory agreement.

If prevailing situation of corruption goes on continually without checking out how can we run own our own independent government after we attend independence sooner or later by God’s grace.

Zhozhupoyi Chakhesang, Dimapur Reader’s note: Articles or letters published in any of the columns do not reflect the view of this

(MP1P2) equation but that is not fair, there is not credit in it, which is cheap, something anyone can achieve without having any quality. Once we achieve so, through that mean we have to continue to hunt for money for maintenance because that status is not you but the MONEY, so the vicious cycle of corruption continues to operate in our systems. Everything is possible through Him (phil. 4:13) but we have replaced Him with Money. As our God is fair, He has given everyone a talent/ ability but not everything to one individual, even doctors have different abilities and we visit an Orthopedicians for a case fracture not a Dermatologist or Psychiatrist. To make my point clear, if you are interested in money don’t get involved in Politics. If you are interested in position and power don’t be interested in money. This is just the reverse of the present setting, right?

In other words, “derangement of the present settings is the need of the hour”. So my simple advice to younger generation is that, don’t be disheartened, we have many in our meet who can be our mentor (I need not name them), learned to seek their advised and follow their path, they are tirelessly and sleeplessly working for you. The future is yours, be wise, fearful to God and fearless to problem, don’t be confuse or restless whatever may be the situation, the upright will stand tall in the end.

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Sir,

Accidents around National Highway

It is disheartening to see the unfortunate victims surrounded by commuters taking selfies in an around National Highway. I’ve witnessed such incident twice where people were busy accommodating the victims in their small-screen selfies instead of lending a helping hand. Disturbing image/videos of the victims are being circulated almost every day in the social medias like WhatsApp, Facebook and so on with no regard for victims and their families’ sentiment. In one of the incident, I heard a thunderous voice saying, “rasta charibe, khoi khoi, side kuribe” piercing himself towards the accident spot where a good number of Christians (Nagas) were already flocked. What he did next was unbelievable, almost like a magic he vanished from the sight having his share of selfie beside the dying victim.

Moral and ethical teachings are basic principles to all religions. What makes Christianity unique is its alacrity to act in all given situations without stipulation when it comes to an opportunity to portray Christ towards needy. I am aware of the informational aspect involved in circulation of videos/photos of the accidents, however, there are decent ways of informing.

For readers’ information, in both the incidents, we took the victims to the hospital besides fulfilling the required formalities.

Mika K. Achumi, (Mikaachumi2011@gmail.com) newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur thursday, JUly 27, 2017

LS Speaker warns MPs against using cell phones

PALANPUR/AHMEDABAD: Receding flood waters in Banaskantha revealed a massive tragedy in Khariya village of Kankrej taluka on Wednesday when bodies of 17 members of a family were recovered from the banks of Banas River. Villagers watched in disbelief as the bodies were recovered one after another from the muck.

Sources said that more bodies of people swept away in the last three days are likely to surface as waters recede.

The death toll in the weeklong monsoon fury in the state has touched 111.

Two Army columns, three NDRF teams and one BSF team, aided by 10 Air Force choppers, are engaged in the rescue and relief operations in Banaskantha alone.

On Wednesday, around 460 more people were rescued in various parts of Banaskan-

With the recovering of 17 more bodies, the death toll has risen to 111 in flood hit Gujarat.

tha district by various agencies. Two choppers, four NDRF teams and two BSF teams and two Army columns have been deployed in the adjoining Patan district that has been also ravaged by floods.

At least 500 medical

NSF vows to strive for student welfare Correspondent KOHIMA, JUL 26 (NPN): Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) on Wednesday vowed to continue its effort for the welfare of the student community by taking up issues especially in the human resources departments like school education and higher education and technical education.

Addressing media persons at NSF office here, the federation president, Kesosül Christopher Ltu, said the new team has decided to continue its effort in streamlining the education system.

NSF president expressed concern over the poor results of government schools in examinations despite the best qualified teachers being recruited. He said that the team would physically verify the schools and the non performing school would be taken into account. Ltu disclosed that

the team along with the village student bodies and village education committees would also verify whether the CSS schemes, free text books, uniforms and midday meal were properly implemented.

Further, the federation president stressed the need review marking system in higher education, saying it was found that there was no leniency in the marking system thus preventing Naga students from getting

into premier institutes for further education.

In technical education, Ltu said seats must be given only to students who were Nagas by blood and not Nagas by adoption.

NSF has also lamented over poor infrastructure of the lone central university, Nagaland University.

It said the university was close to attaining 25 years of establishment, but there was a vast gap in terms of development as compared

to Tezpur University.

He also informed that the federation would be checking polytechnic colleges and NIT Chumukedima.

On timely declaration of results and other technical issues, NSF said it would take up the matter along with All Nagaland College Students Union (ANCSU).

Also, expressing deep concern over the Inner Line Permit (ILP), the NSF

president said the state government has failed to properly implement the Eastern Bengal Regulation Act. He said that the matter would be taken up together with its federating units and district administration.

Meanwhile, the federation has constituted education committee and public grievances cell comprising of three members to ensure that student welfare. For any issue, one could contact NSF educa-

tion committee convenor, Müphato Nyuthe, and NSF public grievance cell convener Boketo Kihoto at 8974172206/8729993559.

On Naga political issue, NSF said it has reiterated its demand to the Interlocutor R.N Ravi during his visit to Kohima.

NSF said Ravi was urged to expedite the ongoing Naga political talks for a logical, honourable and acceptable solution, which should be inclusive.

professionals including doctors, paramedics and health workers have fanned out across the district to survey the flood-hit areas and distribute chlorine tablets, ORS packets to ensure that there is no outbreak of any epidemic.

PM to inaugurate Kalam’s memorial New Delhi, July 26 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate APJ Abdul Kalam’s memorial in Rameshwaram in Tamil Nadu and attend several other programmes tomorrow, the second death anniversary of the former President. The prime minister will hoist the national flag at the memorial designed and built by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in Pei Karumbu, the PMO said in a statement here today.

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KO H I M A , J U L 2 6 (NPN): Principal District and Sessions Judge has convicted persons on July 25 and July 26 for rape and sentenced to 10 years rigorous imprisonment (RI).

Public prosecutor (PP), Kathu Rengma, told Nagaland Post that in 2015, district child protection officer (DCPO) lodged a complaint against one Athisü Mao (40) of Kaibi village, under Senapati district of Manipur, for raping his minor daughter.

At the time of incident, the convict was residing at Kenuozou colony with his minor daughter. PP said the matter was taken up after the neighbour lodged complaint with the DCPO. The court gave its verdict on July 26 and the victim was also compensated.

Also, the court on Wednesday convicted another person Macüo Rhutsu (54) of Mitelephe village, for raping a 12year-old girl and sentenced to 10 years RI. The case was registered by Southern Angami Women Organization (SAWO) in 2016.

for the people and by the people.

DPP secretary general, Abu Metha, in his address, highlighted that the formation of the DPP, saying it was in response to the desire of the masses.

He said DPP would work for realization of peace, achievement of genuine development and strive for the true empowerment of all sections in a transparent and democratic manner.

Meeting began with the opening note from the chairperson, Nuzota Swuro, DPP vice president. Orenthung Yanthan, Catechist, Infant Jesus Church, said the invocation prayer for the meeting, DPP general secretary, Pausui Zeliang, welcomed the gathering and DPP vice president Kakheho Sukhalu proposed vote of thanks.

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have done it, then you have to tender an apology (to the House),” she said.

Thereafter, Thakur gave a statement and expressed regret.

“Mobile se agar kisiko aapattee hai to ... mein khed vyakt karta hoon (If someone has objections to (my)

(From p-1) At the meeting, the house also congratulated Pranab Mukher jee, for having completed his fiveyear successful tenure as President, and Ram Nath Kovind, on being elected as the new president, and wished them well.

Earlier, at the meeting, DPP president, Chingwang Konyak, in his presidential address, maintained that the party was the need of the hour in view of the present political scenario in the state.

He encouraged the members to stay strong and work towards a successful goal in a collective and united manner.

Alemtemshi Jamir, in his speech, said DPP was the only alternative political party in the present scenario. He said DPP will be a party of the people,

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mobile, then I express my regret),” Thakur said amid noisy protests by opposition members.

A visibly peeved Mahajan warned against such actions in the future. “I am warning you...

Dobara galti nahi honi chahiye (the mistake should not be repeated),” she told the member.

As the House met after adjournment at 12:45pm, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge wanted to know why action was not being taken against Thakur whereas Mann had faced suspension for two sessions for shooting video outside the House but in the Parliament complex.

Pillai case: DPP for ... Gujarat flood: Death toll rises to 111

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NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan on Wednesday sent out a stern warning to members against using mobile phones inside the House after BJP member Anurag Thakur expressed regret for allegedly shooting opposition protests in the Well using his mobile two days ago.

Some opposition members had complained about Thakur shooting video of their protests in the Well on July 24 and AAP member Bhagwant Mann had written a letter in this regard to the Speaker.

While stating that nothing has come to her notice, Mahajan said if someone had done so, then it is condemnable. “If you

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tal, gold of 99.9 percent and 99.5 percent purity plunged by Rs 180 each to Rs 29,220 and Rs 29,070 per ten gram, respectively.

Sovereign, however, remained unaltered at Rs 24,400 per piece of eight gram in limited deals.

Following gold, silver ready fell by Rs 260 to Rs 38,840 per kg and weeklybased delivery by Rs 270 to Rs 37,910 per kg.

Silver coins, however, held steady at Rs 71,000 for buying and Rs 72,000 for selling of 100 pieces.

to individual beneficiaries and other transfer within a programme design,” he added. In pursuance of such efforts, 314 schemes from 51 ministries and departments have been on-boarded on DBT, he said. For all central government whollyor partly-funded schemes, the state governments have been requested to implement Aadhaar-based DBT, Chaudhary noted.

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the US Federal Reserve, which began its two-day meeting yesterday, mainly dampened the sentiment here.

Besides, fading demand from local jewellers and retailers at existing levels too weighed on gold prices. The metal had gained Rs 250 in the past two days.

Globally, gold fell 0.34 percent to USD 1,245.40 an ounce and silver by 0.88 percent to USD 16.33 an ounce in Singapore.

In the national capi-

about 115.15 crore have been despatched.

To a separate query, Chaudhary said Aadhaar seeding in the beneficiary database is an important component of direct benefit transfer (DBT) for better targeting of beneficiaries and ensuring such transfer in a transparent and efficient manner. “The scope of DBT has been expanded to include cash-in and in-kind transfer

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New Delhi, Jul 26 (IANS): E-commerce companies will now have to display the expiry dates a nd m a x imum r e ta il prices of packaged food products under new rule designed to protect consumers from being sold old stuff.

Ordering packaged food from e-commerce sites has increased many folds, but the absence of manufacturing and expiry dates on such products often led to the product not being fully utilised.

A whooping 96 percent of the participants in a survey had agreed that e-commerce sites should mandatorily disclose manufacturing and expiry dates of such products sold on their sites since many products received by them were due to expire in 15-30 days.

New Delhi, Jul 26 (Agencies): Gold prices tumbled by Rs 180 to Rs 29,220 per ten gram at the bullion market on Wednesday, tracking a weak trend overseas amid muted demand from local jewellers.

Silver too lost sheen, shedding Rs 260 to Rs 38,840 per kg due to reduced offtake by industrial units and coin makers.

Marketmen said a weak trend overseas as equities gained and markets awaited clues about monetary policy from

New Delhi, Jul 26 (PTI): The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) spent more than Rs 9,000 crore over the last eight years towards issuing Aadhaar numbers, Parliament was informed on Wednesday. “The total expenditure of the UIDAI since 2009-10 to 2017-18 (up to July 18, 2017) is Rs 9,055.73 crore,” Minister of State for Electronics and IT P P Chaudhary said in a written reply to the Lok Sabha. This includes an expenditure of Rs 3,819.97 crore towards enrolment and Rs 1,171.45 crore towards logistics (printing and despatch of Aadhaar letters), he added.

A total of about 116.09 crore Aadhaar numbers have been generated up to July 21, 2017, of which

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E-commerce sites to disclose Gold slips to Rs 29,220 on weak global trend food expiry date and MRP

of Rs 7,000 crore would go to the petroleum and natural gas ministry for providing additional grants-in-aid general for payment of differential royalty to state governments.

Among others, little over Rs 386 crore would be spend for activities related to the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Around Rs 250 crore would be for effective publicity for GST awareness and Rs 99.34 crore for DG systems for payment of advance user charges of GSTN (GST Network).

Further, an amount of Rs 37.09 crore would be for accounting portal for GST.

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done, the second one is being planned. Let the Finance Minister say...,” he said.

To this, Deputy chairman P J Kurien said “that is RBI’s action.”

Agrawal then said that the earlier note ban decision was taken by the government and not the RBI. “The RBI board had opposed it but the government took the decision.

The earlier decision (of demonetisation) was taken by the government, the second one is also from the government,” he said.

Echoing his views, Leader of Opposition Ghulam Nabi Azad too sought clarification from the government on whether it was planning to introduce Rs 1,000 coins.

“Every day we read about a coin of 1,000, 100 and 200. What is the actual status? Are we to go by what media is writing? The House is to be enlightened by the Finance Minister.

What is the truth,” he asked.

gross additional expenditure of Rs 11,166.18 crore. Of this, the proposals involving net cash outgo aggregate to Rs 10,647.45 crore and gross additional expenditure, matched by savings of the ministries/departments or by enhanced receipts/ recoveries aggregate to Rs 517.72 crore,” it said.

Besides, the government has sought nod for a token provision of Rs 1.01 crore, “one lakh for each item of expenditure, for enabling re-appropriation of savings, in cases involving new service or new instrument of service”.

Out of the total Rs 11,166.18 crore, an amount

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NEW DELHI, Jul 26 (PTI): The Opposition in Rajya Sabha on Wednesday asked Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to clarify whether the government has decided to scrap the newly launched Rs 2,000 note and introduce a Rs 1,000 coin.

However, Jaitley who was present in the House, did not respond even as the Opposition members insisted for clarification from him on the issue.

Raising a point of order during the Zero Hour, Naresh Agrawal (SP) said: “The government has taken a decision to scrap Rs 2,000 note.

The RBI has been given order not to print the Rs 2,000 notes. ...If any policy decision been taken during the Parliament Session, the tradition is to announce it in the House.”

So far, the RBI has printed 3.2 lakh crore pieces of Rs 2,000 notes. “And now it has stopped printing... RBI cannot bully.

One note ban has been

NEW DELHI, Jul 26 (PTI): The government on Wednesday sought Parliament’s approval for supplementary grants worth Rs 11,166.18 crore for the current financial year. Finance Minister Arun Jaitley presented the supplementary demands for grants for 201718 as well as the demands for excess grants in the Lok Sabha for 2014-15.

The first batch of supplementary demands for grants for 2017-18 include 61 grants and 3 appropriations, according to the supplementary demands for grants.

“Approval of the Parliament is sought to authorise

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notes, which are likely to come into circulation next month”.

The central bank had reportedly decided to bring in Rs 200 notes in March after consulting the finance ministry, they said. The notes are going through multiple checks for security and quality at government printing presses.

The shortage of currency notes was trigged by the scrapping of highdenomination bills last year.

In a surprise announcement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced scrapping of old

Govt mum on scrapping reports

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New Delhi, Jul 26 (Agencies): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has stopped printing of Rs 2000 notes while it has shifted its focus on other denominations like the new 200 rupee notes, as per a report in the LiveMint.

RBI had “stopped printing Rs 2000 notes about five months ago and is unlikely to print more in the current financial year,” the LiveMint report said.

The re por t, quoting other sources said, “RBI’s printing press in Mysuru has also started printing the new Rs 200

notes of Rs 1,000 and Rs 500 notes, wiping out over 85 percent of the cash in circulation.

The move was aimed at checking black money, counterfeit notes and terror financing.

Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKY) launched following the closure of 50-day demonetisation period did not draw a good response with only Rs 5,000 crore unaccounted income being declared under the amnesty scheme. The scheme was launched in December last year to enable people with black money to come clean by paying tax and penalty of 50 percent.

The legality of the tender will not be impacted whether or not fresh notes are produced. True, RBI has stopped the printing of new Rs 2000 notes, but they still remain legal and it is not going out of circulation. Meanwhile the introduction of the Rs 200 notes is aimed at easing the pressure on lowerdenomination currencies that are in short supply.

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BEIRUT, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): Iran will reciprocate if the United States imposes new sanctions on it, president Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday according to state media, casting further doubt over the outlook for the 2015 Iran nuclear accord, reports Reuters.

The U.S. House of Representatives voted on Tuesday to slap new sanctions on Iran, Russia and North Korea, although it was unclear how quickly the bill would make its way to the White House for President Donald Trump to sign into law or veto.

State media quoted Rouhani as citing a verse from the Koran saying: “If the enemy puts part of their promises underfoot then we will also put part of it underfoot.

KANDAHAR, JUL 26 (AFP): At least 26 Afghan soldiers have been killed and 13 wounded in a Taliban attack on a military base in Kandahar province, the defence ministry said today, the latest blow to struggling security forces.

The militants “attacked an army camp in Karzali area of Khakrez district of Kandahar last night,” MoD spokesman General Dawlat Waziri said.

Afghan soldiers “bravely resisted”, he said, killing more than 80 insurgents.

Residents in the area described an hours-long attack launched by a 30-strong convoy carrying “hundreds” of Taliban who assaulted the base from multiple directions. Air support was called in, several residents told AFP, though that was not

immediately confirmed by officials. The insurgents claimed the attack via their Twitter account.

The resurgent Taliban have been ramping up their campaign against beleaguered government forces, underscoring rising insecurity in the war-torn country throughout the warmer weather fighting season.

Afghan security forces, beset by killings, desertions and non-existent “ghost soldiers” on the payroll, have been struggling to beat back insurgents since US-led NATO troops ended their combat mission in December 2014.

According to US watchdog SIGAR, casualties among Afghan security forces soared by 35 percent in 2016, with 6,800 soldiers and police killed.

Unhappy Trump won’t fire Sessions WASHINGTON, JUL 26 (PTI): US President Donald Trump has said that he is not planning to sack Attorney General Jeff Sessions, but reiterated his “disappointment” over the latter’s position on the probe into alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential polls.

“Well, I don’t think I am doing that. But I am disappointed in the attorney general,” Trump told reporters yesterday when asked whether he would be firing Sessions after he went against him on twitter.

Trump was addressing a news conference at the White House with visiting Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri. Earlier in the day, Trump accused Sessions of being “very weak” in the investigation into former secretary of state and the 2016 Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s emails. “Attorney General Jeff Sessions has taken a VERY weak position on Hillary Clinton crimes (where are E-mails & DNC server) & Intel leakers!” he said in a tweet, expressing anger against the man who was the first US senator to endorse his candidacy. Over the last few days, Trump had gone public in expressing dissatisfaction over Sessions’ position on investigations related to Russian interference in the American presidential elections last year.

DAROGAPATHAR VILLAGE COUNCIL DIMAPUR APPRECIATION

The Darogapathar Village Council would like to express our gratitude to Shri. Kesonyu Yhome, DC Dimapur, for the financial aid rendered to our village which was affected by the recent flood. For the past 8-10 years, the village has been suffering during monsoon season due to poor drainage system, and the financial assistance has brought much needed relief.

Nungtok Meren Jamir Chairman Darogapathar Village Council

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visit”.

On China’s objections, Botswana Foreign Minister Pelonomi Venson-Moitoi told lawmakers that “the principle of non-interference in the international affairs of other countries is at the core of China’s foreign policy”.

“We therefore expect... China to respect our sovereign decision on this matter,” the Minister said and expressed hope that the visit of the Tibetan spiritual leader will not affect the strong bonds of friendship between the two countries.

Time : 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Venue : DDSC Stadium, Dimapur.

For details, Contact : 7628946922, 7629867324

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Asutsa hipau pesü Sakipheto Tokukujolo Kukamiqo, Council Chairmen eno Membersqo, VDB Secretaryqo, Pastor eno Associate Pastor, Dikonqo eno Dikonisqo, STH lo Sakiphemi eno Kiphimi Küqhakululo Sakiphemi kümtsü pithilu ani. Anihqhi 29 Tupulani ayi 9.00 Inaqhelo Sakipheto Baptist Akukuhou lono AMIKUCHO KIKISHE ITHIKUTHO HOHO pughusu akeulo nongu kümtsü ighino kutubo kuqhatsü penike qhüiniju ani. Hiye akhoto küpüghü ke vezumono ighitsü penike pithi ani.

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AMICABLE SETTLEMENT OF 19TH JULY INCIDENT AT NPANGREU RIVER, GAILI It is to acknowledge the general public and PWD (R&B) Department that the incident which occurred between Gaili Village Youth and SDO PWD (R&B) Jalukie, at Npangreu River on 19th July at Gaili Village was amicably settled by the Gaili Village Council and Pusa Clan R. Khel, Viswema representing the Gaili Youth and SDO, PWD (R&B) Jalukie respectively, on 22nd July 2017 with good faith and sound mind.

Henceforth, the Gaili Village Council appeal the general public and PWD (R&B) Department not to be misguided by any force or whatsoever, regarding the incident in the near future.

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where the government has traditionally drawn more support. Overall, fewer people appeared to be heeding the shutdown than the millions who participated in a 24-hour strike last week.

Many Venezuelans, regardless of their political view, were fretting about the impact of disruptions on their wallets - and stomachs.

T h e P o c h u r y Wo m e n Organisation Kohima extend our heartiest congratulations to Miss Victoria Gingley Leyri (Gigi), D/o Mr. Akho Leyri for securing 6th Rank in M.Sc. (Anthropology) from Delhi University.

The PWOK wishes her a bright future in all her future endeavours.

Sd/Thsüsietshü Kajiri Vice President PWOK

Sd/Leelama Nyusou Secretary PWOK

Joint Representation of Kiphire Tuensang Districts Sümi Students’Union and Pungro Area College Students’ Union.

To,

The Chief Electoral Officer Nagaland,Kohima.

Sub:- Request for linking Aadhaar with electoral as per Election Commission of India notification No.23/1/2015-ERS Date 27/02/2015 under Kiphire District due to anomalies Electoral.

Sir, On the subject cited above, we the Kiphire Tuensang District Sümi Students’ Union (KTDSSU) and Pungro Area College Students’Union (PACSU) on behalf of the Sümi and Yimchunger and general public of Kiphire District consisting two constituencies namely Sitimi Seyochung 59 A/C and Pungro Kiphire 60 A/C would like to submit this representation for your kind intervention and immediate action.

That Sir, it is pertinent to mention here that in almost all the villages under Kiphire District there is excess of electoral. Listed below are some few examples that the electoral in some village is higher than the total population.

Name of the village

The Street Kings Club Dimapur would like to felicitate Mr. Tomito V. Shohe for bagging the 1st position in below 1000cc category and Mr. Babit Lyngdoh Ryntathiang from Shillong 2nd position in the above 1000cc respectively during the recently concluded 3rd Auto Cross Event organised by Dimapur Motors Club at State Stadium Dimapur.

We wish them success in their future endeavours.

The Club would also like to acknowledge our advisors Mr. Vikheho Zhimo, Mr. Anito Shohe and Mr. Hokuto Zhimomi for physically and financially supporting the club.

The club also acknowledges Mrs. & Mr. Toniho Yeptho for their financial assistance.

(Vika H. Chishi) (Newto Zhimo) President, SKCD Fin. Secy., SKCD

Hokugha Chishi Gen. Secy., IUD

rope and iron sheets.

“I’m staying here for 48 hours. It’s the only way to show we are not with Maduro. They are few, but they have the weapons and the money,” added decorator Cletsi Xavier, 45, beside her.

There was less enthusiasm, however, for the strike in working-class neighborhoods and r ural zones

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The Yajang ‘A’ Village Council alongwith the citizens of the village would like to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Temjen Imna Along Longkumer for his magnanimous assistance for clearing the Japukong road between Yajang ‘A’ and Yajang ‘C’, which was blocked following a massive landslide on June 24, 2017. While the government was still to respond to the emergency situation, Mr. Longkumer’s timely intervention to help clear the landslide came as a much needed respite to the villagers. Words alone are not enough to give credit due to him yet the villagers would once again acknowledge Mr. Longkumer for his Good Samaritan gesture at a most trying of circumstance, which will be cherished and remembered.

I. Bendang M. Nungsang Chairman Secretary Yajang 'A' Village Council Yajang 'A' Village Council

IMLOMI UNION DIMAPUR

Kisheto Kiba Vice President, IUD

Registration Fee : Rs. 1500/-

(Rev. Dr. Hevukhu Achumi) Executive Secretary WSBAK

Venezuela to block roads with rubbish, stones and tape, while many cafes and businesses remained closed in protest against the ruling Socialist Party’s planned Constituent Assembly vote.

“We need to paralyze the whole country,” said Flor Lanz, 68, standing with a group of women blocking the entrance to a freeway in upscale east Caracas with

The Imlomi Union Dimapur (IUD) extend our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Hukavi Chishi, S/o. Er. Vikishe Chishi on qualifying the NEET 2017 (Rank-1) to undergo MBBS course.

We further congratulate all the successful candidates of HSLC, HSSLC and Degree examination 2017 and wish them success in their future endeavour.

SUMMER CHALLENGE FIVE MEN SOCCER TOURNAMENT Date : July 27–29, 2017

CARACAS/PARAGUANA, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): President Nicolas Maduro’s adversaries launched a twoday national strike on Wednesday in a final push to pressure him into abandoning a weekend election for a super-congress they say will institutionalize autocracy in Venezuela, reports Reuters.

Neighbors gathered from dawn in cities around

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The maximum settlers in Kiphire Town are from these above villages and we have reasons to believe that some might have dual votes in both 59 A/C and 60 A/C. We have also come across that many prominent figures who have expired but their names are yet to be deleted from the electoral roll. So also there are many double entries of voters as indicated in Annexure B. On close scrutiny, we have observed that there are multiple electorates using fictitious name with the same photo as shown in Annexure C. Many electorates with the same identity and bio data are enrolled in 57, 59 and 60 A/Cs’ as shown in Annexure A. Some electorate’s photo does not match with their age as shown in Annexure D. We also found that some villages that are yet to be recognised but already have polling station.

It is also to be mentioned that the names of the displaced Yimchungers of Kiphire Town in the electoral roll should be transferred to their respective polling stations because as of now not a single Yimchunger resides at Kiphire Town. In this regard, the Yimchunger community had submitted a representation earlier, however the request was denied at the Election Office, Kiphire (Copy enclosed).

On close scrutiny of the electoral, it is found that photos of many non- Nagas are pasted under Naga names at Kiphire polling stations which are highly objectionable. It is understood that some could be adopted but this many numbers may not be genuine. The concerned Office may kindly re-check their legal adoption certificates.

Many organisations including NBCC are on mission for clean election but as long as there is no clean electoral it cannot be implemented effectively. The Assistant Election Office and staff of Kiphire District are not doing justice as many genuine voters are not accepted during revision which is against the fundamental rights of an individual and a criminal offence. The officers and staffs giving wrong information should be punished as per the Office norms and its procedures.

Therefore we the KTDSSU & PACSU would like to request your kind authority to immediately link Aadhaar with electoral exclusively under Kiphire District within a month failing which we have no option but to file PIL in higher court for its judgement.

Sd/Sd/(RASUKA JACOB) (BOTHUKA YEPTHOMI) President President Pungro Area College Students' Union Kiphire Tuensang District Sumi Students' Union

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and asked it to “accommodate China’s core interests”.

The 82-year-old Tibetan leader is due to speak at the three-day “Mind and Life Dialogue” conference in Botswana’s capital Gaborone on August 19.

Earlier, reports from Botswana said President Ian Khama will be meeting the Tibetan spiritual leader.

Botswana confirmed yesterday that it will allow the Dalai Lama to visit the country next month as “a foreign dignitary” and that the trip was a “purely private

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BEIJING, JUL 26 (PTI): China today slammed Botswana for going ahead with the Dalai Lama’s visit despite its strong objection, saying it will not accept foreign countries’ interference in China’s internal affairs and harming Beijing’s interests. “We noted relevant reports. China has stated clearly its position on the Dalai Lama’s visits to relevant countries. I want to stress that Xizang (Chinese name for Tibet) related issues concerning China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity will require relevant countries earnestly respect China’s core interests and make correct decisions on relevant issues” Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said. “China will not interfere in other countries affairs, we will not accept other countries to do things that harm the interest of China”, he said. On July 14, Chinese Foreign Ministry said it had firmly opposed to Botswana for permitting the Dalai Lama visit

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China slams Botswana over Dalai Lama’s visit Venezuela’s oppn stages two-day anti-Maduro shutdown

The Liangmai Organisation, Peren Town extend our heartiest congratulations to Shri. T.R. Zeliang on being elected as the 19th Chief Minister of Nagaland. Sir, we are proud of your achievements and statesmanship which you have overcome all the hurdles and challenges this far. We further pray that the Almighty God guide you in the days to come.

The L.O. Peren Town also express our profound gratitude to all the MLAs for reposing faith in his leadership.

Pingkam President L.O Peren

“effective immediately”.

The military would cover the medical costs of transitioning for current service members under the new policy. And new recruits could join the military 18 months after they had transitioned gender identities. One study, by the RAND Corporation, estimated that medical care for individuals who transition would cost roughly $3 to $4m annually. Every year, the Pentagon spends approximately $6bn on medical care for members of the armed forces.

The change occurred a year after Carter ordered the Pentagon to study the potential effects of allowing

Iran will respond to any new US sanctions: Rouhani

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B RU S S E L S, J U L 2 6 (AGENCIES): The European Commission said on Wednesday it would start legal action against Poland over a law reforming the judiciary that undermines the independence of judges and therefore breaks EU treaty rules, reports Reuters.

The Commission also sent Poland a new recommendation under a separate rule-of-law monitoring procedure asking it to address its concerns about several issues questioned by the EU executive since the start of 2016 and gave Warsaw one month to respond.

“An independent judiciary is an essential precondition for membership in our Union,” Commission head Jean-Claude Juncker said in a statement. “The EU can therefore not accept a system which allows dismissing judges at will.”

Tr u m p r e s c i n d e d t h e Obama administration’s guidance requiring public schools to allow transgender students to use the bathroom of their choice. The president lifted the guidance in February, despite saying during his campaign that transgender people should use “whatever bathroom they feel is appropriate”.

His move on Wednesday comes a year after Pentagon officials lifted the ban on transgender service under Obama. In June of last year, then-defense secretary Ashton Carter announced that any transgender people already serving in the armed forced could serve openly

transgender people to serve on the combat readiness of the armed forces. Several outside studies had already found that reversing the ban was unlikely to have a negative impact.

According to AP, the Pentagon has refused to release any data on the number of transgender troops currently serving. A RAND study found that there are between 2,500 and 7,000 transgender service members in the active duty military, and another 1,500 to 4,000 in the reserves.

Transgender service members have been able to serve openly in the military since last year, when former Defense Secretary Ash Carter ended the ban. Since Oct. 1, transgender troops have been able to receive medical care and start formally changing their gender identifications in the Pentagon’s personnel system.

But Carter also gave the services until July 1 to develop policies to allow people already identifying as transgender to newly join the military, if they meet physical, medical and other standards, and have been stable in their identified genders for 18 months.

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Donald Trump greets members of the US military at the Pentagon in Washington DC on 20 July 2017.

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WASHINGTON, JUL 26 (AGENCIES): United States President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he would not allow transgender individuals to serve in the US military in any capacity. The US president tweeted: “After consultation with my Generals and military experts, please be advised that the United States Government will not accept or allow ... transgender individuals to serve in any capacity in the U.S. Military.”

He added: “Our military must be focused on decisive and overwhelming ... victory and cannot be burdened with the tremendous medical costs and disruption that transgender in the military would entail.”

Tr u m p ’s d e c i s i o n marks a sharp reversal of a policy initiated under Barack Obama, in which the Pentagon ended a longtime ban on transgender people from serving openly in the military. As a candidate, Trump cast himself as a supporter of LGBT rights and indicated he would uphold certain Obama-era policies designed to protect transgender people.

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It’s for BCCI to decide on women’s IPL: Mithali

Indian Women’s Cricket team poses for a group photo during a press conference in Mumbai on Wednesday. (PTI)

Mumbai, Jul 26 (IANS): Indian women’s cricket skipper Mithali Raj, who recently led the

DDTA informs

eves to the final of the ICC Women’s World Cup in England, on Wednesday supported an Indian Pre-

T au r a n g a ( n e w Zealand), Jul 26 (PTI): India finished runners-up in pool C to qualify for the girls’ team event quarterfinal in the WSFWorld junior squash championship.

India will play the Pool D winner Hong Kong in the quarterfinal Thursday.

In its last pool league match, India defeated lower ranked France 2-1 to get the second place behind England. The margin could have been 3-0 but Akanksha Salunkhe, playing the French girl Fanny Segers in the inconsequential third match of the tie, had to retire midway with muscular pain in her legs.

As Coach Surbi Misra said Akanksha had begun confidently and went two games up when suddenly she developed pain.

mier League (IPL)-styled T20 tournament for the women but left it for the BCCI to decide.

4TH DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF LATE MUGHAVITO V.YEPTHO

Mithali had earlier called for a women’s IPL to help the Indian girls cope up with high pressure situations, especially after the women-in-blue squandered a great start to narrowly lose Sunday’s World Cup final by nine runs against hosts England at the Lord’s.

When the same question was put to the 34year-old right-hander after the team landed here on Wednesday, she said: “If something like this is started in India, it will help players get exposure but it’s up to the Board of

Control for Cricket in India (BCCI),” she said.

Mithali, however believed that their performance in the World Cup is just the beginning of good times for women’s cricket in India.

The Indian eves outclassed pre-tournament favourites Australia in the semi-final and before that thrashed New Zealand by 186 runs to reach the knock-outs.

“It is just the beginning of good times for women’s cricket. The win over England in the first match was a big boost for the team,” she said.

Somdev to head Centre of Excellence at DLTA

NEW DELHI, Jul 26 (PTI): A Centre of Excellence, under the guidance of Somdev Devvarman, will soon be established at the DLTA to provide coaching to budding players but the development has cast a doubt over the future of the grassroots level program, which has been running there for four decades.

Scouting has begun for coaches, sports psychologist and physios, who will work in tandem at the upcoming National Academy, which will have involvement of the Sports Ministry.

Somdev Devvarman

Under the supervision of India’s former number one singles player Somdev, who is also a government observer for the sport, a comprehensive plan has been submitted by the All

India Tennis Association (AITA) to the sports ministry for approval. It has been learnt that coaching in various age groups has been planned and a foreign coach will also be roped in.

A sports science centre is also being planned at the Academy and qualified physios and sports psychologist will be hired for all round development of the players. The Academy will accommodate about 300 kids for coaching and at least 100 of them will be able to stay after relocating from their respective states.

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D I M A P U R , J UL 2 6 (NPN): Dimapur District Taekwondo Association (DDTA) has informed all the interest participants that the weighing day will be held on July 27 at the state badminton indoor stadium. In this regard, the association has asked the clubs, schools and academy to get ready with all the entry form and fees.

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A HERO IS SOMEONE WHO HAS GIVEN HIS LIFE TO SOMETHING BIGGER THAN ONESELF REMEMBERING YOU ON YOUR BIRTHDAY

“Those we love don’t go away; they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near; still loved, still missed and very dear.”

Loving parents & loved ones.

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LATE MAJ DAVID MANLUN BIRTHDAY : 27 JUL Maj David Manlun, a valiant soldier, an Inspirational leader and a dependable colleague, who sacrificed his life on 06 Jun 2017, while fighting with ULFA (I) insurgents in Tizit, Mon district of Nagaland.

You will always be remembered as a daredevil individual with a tenacious attitude and charming demeanour.

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Born : 1911 –Died : 17/07/2017

With profound gratitude, we the family members of Late Rongsenmongla (oldest person of Longjang Village, 106 years old) would like to express our sincere appreciation and thanks to all individuals, organizations and churches who stood by us physically, financially, materially and through constant prayers and moral support at the sad demise of our beloved on 17/07/2017.

We would like to convey our special thanks to : 1. Longjang Baptist Church 2. Longjang Compound Baptist Church 3. Khanemo Baptist Church and all well wishers.

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Loving children, in-laws, grandchildren and great grandchildren

Born on 16/7/1964 – Died on 21/7/2017

We the bereaved family members of Lt. ABSI, Ningsang Sangtam,DEF Tuensang would like to convey our gratitude for supporting us physically, mentally and financially during prolonged illness and at the demise of our beloved father on 21st July, 2017.

We deeply appreciate all of your thoughtfulness and your kind expression of sympathy, it will always be remembered.

We convey our special thanks to : 1. SP & All Files of DEF Tuensang.

2. Alisopur, Dimapur Union/Fellowship 3. Sangtam Baptist Lithro, Dimapur 4. Alisopur Baptist Church 5. Sangtam Evangelistic Prayer Committee, Dimapur 6. Dr. Kevi Thefo, Dimapur Hospital 7. Dr. Monguliba, Zion Hospital, Dimapur 8. ICU Team, Zion Hospital Dimapur 9. Blood Donors : i) Yangpongse Sangtam ii) Obed Thonger iii) Imdongshingba Anar iv) Achumla Thonger v) Chuba Jamir 10. Alisopur Citizens We deeply regret our inability to thank each and everyone but we humbly pray that our Almighty God abundantly bless you all.

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A sensible thanksgiving for mercies received is a mighty prayer in the spirit of God. Through this column, we wish to extend our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all those who stood behind us during our father Lt. Khuivi Chishi's prolonged sickness and in time of our grief.

Special mention to : 1. Town Area Fellowship & Dimapur Sumi Baptist Church 2. Sutemi Village & Sutemi Union Dimapur 3. Khehuto Village & Khehuto Baptist Akukuhou 4. Eden Hospital Dr. Bendangtoshi (Doctors & staff) 5. Shamrock Hospital Dr. Athang Leivou & staff 6. Friends & neighbours of our father Lt. Khuivi Chishi 7. Sympathizers The greatest blessing in the whole world is being a blessing, thank you all.

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With prayer Wife, children, in-law & grandchildren

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT “The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away”.

Job 1:21

Loving wife, children and relatives

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(Born : 07.03.1968 – Died : 21.07.2017)

It was hard to say you goodbye as you left us for your heavenly home. We always cherish and remember you in our hearts the good deeds, love and affection you had shown to us. May God grant you peace and solace to your departed soul. Through this column, we convey our profound gratitude to all who stood by us in prayers, morally, materially, physically and financially at the sudden demise of our beloved Lt. Mr. Ratsemo Lotha.

Our special thanks to :1. Commandant, all ranks and files of 8th NAP Bn. 2. Alfa Company 8th NAP Bn. 3. Commandant 1st NAP Bn. 4. Guards and honors party 1st NAP Bn. 5. Doctors, nurses and staff of Zion Hospital Dmr. 6. Blood Donors.

7. Lotha Baptist Church Chumukedima.

8. Lotha Hoho Chumukedima 9. Riphyim Union Dimapur.

10. New Riphyim Baptist Church 11. Ward-7 Union and Youth Organisation, Chumukedima 12. Pangti Union Chumukedima 13. Friends, well wishers and neighbours.

We regret our inability to thank you all, but, we pray that God bless you all.

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Loving wife, children, family members & relatives.

Born: 9th Nov. 1991 Died: 21st July 2017 Words are inadequate to express our profound and heartfelt gratitude to all those who stood by us physically, materially, financially, morally and spiritually at the sudden and untimely demise of our beloved Lt. Tezeniya Kath, who left us on 21-07-2017.

We convey our special thanks to: 1. Bethel Medical Centre, Kohima.

2. Tesophenyu Group Union, Kohima.

3. Chandmari Rengma Fellowship, Kohima.

4. Chandmari Youth Caring Group, Kohima.

5. Tesophenyu Group Students' Union, Kohima.

6. Tesophenyu Group Fellowship, Kohima.

7. Tesophenyu Catholic Community, Kohima.

8. Hosana Prayer Group, Kohima.

9. Tesophenyu Upper Baptist Church.

10. Relatives, friends, neighbours and well wishers.

We deeply regret our inability to thank each and every individual, but it is our humble prayer that Almighty God bless you all abundantly in return through your good deeds.

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Dhawan, Pujara tons take India to 399/3 King, Peaty, Masse smash

Galle, Jul 26 (IANS): Centuries from opener Shikhar Dhawan (190) and one-down Cheteshwar Pujara (144 not out) helped India reach 399/3 at stumps on the opening day of the first of the three-Test cricket series against Sri Lanka here on Wednesday.

Electing to bat at the Galle International Stadium, India rode on a 253run second wicket effort between a blazing Dhawan and a steady Pujara to surpass the highest ever first day’s total of 351 runs in Sri Lanka.

Later, Pujara, who notched his 12th Test century, and Ajinkya Rahane (39 not out) put on an unbeaten 113-run fourthwicket stand to take the visitors to their second ever highest opening day’s total -- the highest being 417/2 in the 2009-10 home series against Sri Lanka.

Dhawan smashed the rather ordinary Sri Lankan bowling all around the ground, racing to 190 runs off 168 deliveries with 31 boundaries studding his hurricane innings.

The 31-year-old Dhawan, who got into the 16member squad as Murali Vijay was injured, registered his fifth century in Test cricket -- a perfect way to send a message to the selectors. It was also his highest score in the five-day format.

Shikhar Dhawan and Cheteshwar Pujara celebrate scoring centuries during the first day’s play of the first test cricket match against Sri Lanka in Galle, Sri Lanka, Wednesday. (AP/PTI) wan and enjoyed some early luck when he edged Pradeep off the second ball he faced but the ball went for a boundary after landing wide of the slip cordon.

Dhawan however, continued to display excellent form at the other end, finding the fence at regular intervals.

Pujara soon settled his nerves and gave Dhawan excellent support at the other end as the former collected runs very quickly

and registered his century after the lunch break.

Equally aggressive against the spinners, the Delhi batsman further dominated the Sri Lankan bowling after reaching the three-figure mark.

Dhawan finally fell when he tried to smash a Pradeep delivery over mid-off but mistimed his shot and Angelo Mathews pulled off an easy catch in the first ball of the 55th over.

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BCCI adopts Lodha reforms partially, leaves out key points

Injured Djokovic will not play again in 2017

New Delhi, Jul 26 (PTI): BCCI has adopted Lodha panel recommended reforms, barring the five contentious ones, at its Special General Meeting here on Wednesday.

“The BCCI has adopted Lodha panel reforms except five,” said BCCI acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary after the meeting.

The reforms that have not been implemented are one state one vote, the size of the national selection panel, the size of the apex council while the last one covers age cap and tenure of office-bearers.

It has been more than a year since the Supreme Court ordered the BCCI to implement the reforms recommended by the Justice R

His opening partner, Abhinav Mukund (12), who got into the playing XI due to Lokesh Rahul’s illness, however, couldn’t impress the selectors.

Mukund struggled a bit, hitting only two boundaries off pacer Lahiru Kumara during his 26-ball stay in the middle. But the lefthander virtually gifted his wicket to Nuwan Pradeep when he decided to go after a ball which moved away slightly after pitching.

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M Lodha-led panel.

Earlier in the week, the Supreme Court barred former BCCI officials N Srinivasan and Niranjah Shah from attending any board meeting.

They both are above 70 years of age and stand disqualified to be BCCI office-bearers as per Lodha reforms.

The BCCI brass is happy that the Supreme Court is ready to hear some of the reforms that they have always found practically difficult to implement.

The SC will be hearing the arguments on ‘One State One Vote’ and pruning of the national selection committee which the BCCI has always termed as unimplementable.

It was earlier reported that a lot of members were in favour that the general body shows enough intent by adopting the reforms partially which would also send a positive signal to the Committee of Administrators (COA) as well as the apex court.

“Look, the Supreme Court has given us new hope when they stated that they will hear some of the contentious issues once again. They have directed the BCCI to adopt as many reforms as possible.

“So, when the Supreme Court hears the case on August 18, at least they are aware that we have adopted a majority of the reforms,” a state unit member from west zone had earlier said.

Lon d on , J u l 2 6 (Agencies): Twelvetime Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic will not play again in 2017 because of an elbow injury.

Former world number one Djokovic, 30, retired injured during his Wimbledon quarter-final match against Tomas Berdych on 12 July.

He said then he had suffered an elbow problem for over a year and a half.

“Professionally this is not an easy decision for me, but I’m trying to look at the positive side,” said the Serb, who is currently world number four. Djokovic said he would spend the time building up his fitness and strength, as well as working on areas of his game he felt needed to be improved.

ute tea break, India suffered a big blow when captain Virat Kohli was caught by wicket-keeper Niroshan Dickwella, attempting to pull a bouncer from Pradeep, with India at 286/3.

Pujara, who was batting on 77 then, was joined

by Rahane and the pair played some sedate cricket.

Pujara and Rahane took ones and twos as the Sri Lankans stepped up the pressure with their confidence boosted by Kohli’s wicket.

Pujara broke the dry patch by despatching veteran left-arm spinner Rangana Herath for two fours in the 66th over.

And in the fifth ball of the next over, a drive towards mid-on off Kumara gave him a two to complete his hundred in 173 deliveries.

By that time, Rahane too had a grip on the conditions and he was looking good at 39 not out from 94 deliveries at the end of the day’s play, with Pujara unbeaten on 144 as India look strong for a huge total on the second day.

BRIEF SCORES India 399/3 (Shikhar Dhawan 190, Cheteshwar Pujara 144*) vs Sri Lanka (Nuwan Pradeep 3/64)

world records in swimming

Lilly King

Adam Peaty

Kylie Masse

B u da p e s t, J u l 2 6 (Agencies): The world championships came alive on Tuesday as Lilly King of the United States won the women`s 100 metres breaststroke title in one of three world- record swims at the end of a breath-taking evening session.

Adam Peaty of Britain continued his breaststroke trail-blazing with his second world mark of the day to reach the 50m final and Canada`s Kylie Masse produced a world-best time to win the women`s 100m backstroke gold medal.

If the day belonged to Peaty, the evening will be long remembered by Olympic champion King, who posted one minute 4.13 seconds to overhaul the world-record mark set by Lithuania`s Ruta Meilutyte in 2013.

King held off the threat of Russian rival Yuliya Efi-

mova, in a race billed as a grudge rematch of their acrimonious Olympic final, and the U.S. secured a memorable one-two as Katie Meili touched for silver in one minute 5.03 seconds.

King, 20, has voiced her disapproval at Efimova being allowed to compete at global level after the Russian had twice been caught using banned substances.

The spiky relationship continued in Budapest with King celebrating her world record wildly and failing to make eye contact with Efimova who had to settle for bronze.

A disbelieving Peaty, the stand-out male swimmer of these championships, became the first man to dip below 26 seconds in the 50m breaststroke.

By touching in 25.95 seconds, he lowered his record mark from the morning`s heats by a mas-

sive 0.15 seconds.

“I was on such a massive high from this morning and it was so hard to ignore the fact that I did a world record in the morning and try to get myself emotionally ready,” Peaty told reporters.

Masse produced an outstanding world-record swim of 58.10 seconds as Australia`s quiet world championships continued with Emily Seebohm failing to defend her title.

Briton Gemma Spofforth`s mark of 58.12 seconds had been set at the 2009 world championships in the era of buoyancyenhancing body suits, which made Masse`s time all the more remarkable.

Kathleen Baker of the United States, the Olympic silver medallist, had to settle for the same prize as she beat Seebohm by 0.01 seconds.

Maradona backs video assistant referee system M a d r i d, J u l 2 6 (IANS): Argentinean football icon Diego Maradona voiced his support for the video assistant referee system, while acknowledging that with this technology his infamous goal against England in the 1986 World Cup would not have counted.

“Football can’t fall behind. Given the rate at which technology is advancing and the fact that every sport uses it, how can we not think about using it in football?” the former Barcelona and Napoli star told FIFA’s website on Tuesday.

“People get annoyed when something that shouldn’t be given is given, or when you have a goal wrongly disallowed. Technology brings transparency

Diego Maradona scored the ‘Hand of God’ goal in 1986, but video referees would have disallowed it. and quality, and it provides a positive outcome for teams who decide to attack and take risks,” Maradona added. The VAR technology has been tested by FIFA at a number of its tourna-

ments, most recently at the FIFA Confederations Cup in Russia, reports Efe. Maradona acknowledged that not only his “Hand of God” goal against England in the

1986 FIFA World Cup quarter-final would not have been counted with this technology, but things could have taken a different turn in one of the 1990 World Cup matches.

Roelant Oltmans New Delhi, Jul 26 (Agencies): The future of Roelant Oltmans as India’s coach is in jeopardy following a dismal show at the World Hockey League semifinals earlier this month.

Hockey India has formed a panel, which includes high performance director David John, to analyse the team’s performance in the last two years under the Dutchman.

The process, which is already underway, is likely to take up to one month to reach a conclusion, after which Hockey India will decide Oltmans’ fate. The players, too, are under the scanner and might lose their place in the squad if they are found to be consistently under-performing or stagnating during the evaluation period. The performance of the women’s team, too,

is being analysed. However, the position of coach Marijne Sjoerd is safe as of now despite the team’s below-par performance in the World League semifinals. The women’s team finished eighth in a 10-team tournament and their hopes of qualifying for next year’s World Cup hang in balance.

The men, meanwhile, finished sixth and do not have to worry about qualifying for the World Cup as they are a part of it by virtue of being hosts.

Hockey India’s grouse with Oltmans is that there is an apparent lack of Plan B when faced with teams with a strong defence who sit in their own half. India has repeatedly stumbled against opponents with such strategies, most notably against Canada and Belgium at the Olympics last year and then against Canada and Malaysia in London at the World League this month.

The federation had said it would conduct a thorough review of India’s dismal show at the World League. A source said the federation did not want to rush into a decision and hence directed John to look into the performance of each player and interview them individually, if needed.

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