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Vol XXVII No. 202

DIMAPUR, wednesday, june 28, 2017 Pages 12 ` 4.00

Designating Salahuddin as global terrorist unjustified: Pak

Mission XI Million Football festival

Presidential election will be fought on ideology: Meira

international, Page 9

sports, Page 12

national, Page 5

Pak, China on Trump, Modi radar

Vows to destroy ‘radical Islamic terrorism’

WASHINGTON, JUN 27 (AGENCIES): Underlining that the security partnership between United States and India is “incredibly” important, President Donald Trump, after his first faceto-face with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said the two countries, struck by the “evils of terrorism”, are “both determined to destroy terrorist organisations and the radical ideology that drives them. We will destroy radical Islamic terrorism”. And in a clear and direct reference to Pakistansponsored cross-border terrorism, the joint Indo-US statement said the leaders “called on Pakistan to ensure that its territory is not used to launch terrorist attacks on other countries”. They said Pakistan must expeditiously bring to justice the perpetrators of the 26/11 Mumbai strikes, the Pathankot airbase attack and other “cross-border terrorist attacks perpetrated by

Minor raped; one held MOKOKCHUNG, JUN 27 (NPN): One person was arrested on charges of allegedly raping a 4-year old minor girl in Mokokchung on Monday. Police said the accused, identified as one Imnasungkum (32) son of Bendangnukshi of Chuchuyimpang village was arrested on Tuesday, based on the complaint filed by the victim’s parents at Police Station-I. As per the FIR, the accused had taken the victim from home on the pretext of buying some sweets. After some few hours when the victim reached home, the mother noticed some blood stains on the pants of her daughter. Later, after the daughter narrated the incident, the mother filed the FIR at Mokokchung PS-I. The accused is under police remand and a case registered in this connection. (Correspondent)

Trump and Modi hug while making statements in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, Monday. (AP/PTI)

Pakistan-based groups”. Stepping into the warm afternoon sun at the White House Rose Garden after their meeting Monday, Trump said he was looking forward to work with Modi. Reading out his prepared speech, Modi said their meeting marks a “very important page in the history of the collaboration and cooperation between our two nations”. And he used a new description in the Indo-US discourse — of developing a “mutually beneficial strategic partnership” — different from the previous Obama administration. Modi, who spoke for more than ten minutes, gave importance to counter-terrorism coopera-

tion and said they discussed “terrorism, extremism and radicalisation”, the major challenges facing the world today. “Fighting terrorism and doing away with safe shelters, sanctuaries and safe havens will be an important part of our cooperation,” he said, Trump by his side. Since these statements were made hours after Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin was designated by the US State Department as a global terrorist, the two sides decided to set up a new “consultation mechanism on domestic and international terrorist designations listing proposals” — something which will be useful to work on listings like that of

Jaish-e-Mohammad chief Masood Azhar. “With respect to our common concerns on terrorism, we will also enhance our sharing of intelligence, and exchange information to deepen and expand our policy coordination as far as possible,” Modi said. The meeting of minds on counter-terrorism cooperation became the big takeaway, and was reflected in the three bear hugs between Modi and Trump during their interaction. Moving ahead, the two leaders also developed a common position on China’s assertiveness, and this time it went beyond South China Sea to the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). In a sub-section of the joint statement, “Democratic Stalwarts in the IndoPacific Region”, it said that Modi and Trump support bolstering regional economic connectivity through transparent development of infrastructure and the use of responsible debt financing practices, while ensuring “respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity”, “the rule of law”, and the environment — a clear reference to the CPEC.

Correspondent/Agencies

NEW DELHI, JUN 27 (AGENCIES): India may ask Myanmar to revoke its ceasefire pact with NSCN (K) when Home secretary Rajiv Mehrishi visits Naypyidaw, reports The Hindu. Mehrishi will visit Myanmar on July 6 for the nationallevel meeting. “NSCN-K has a ceasefire agreement with Myanmar. We would request the neighbouring country to revoke the agreement and hand over its leaders to India. Not only NSCN-K, other insurgent groups are also operating their camps from Myanmar,” a senior official said. “The insurgent groups have formed a network on both sides of the border, to smuggle arms and form the backbone of anti-India activities. We need an assurance that Myanmar government would destroy these camps. We will provide them with the precise location,” said the official. The official also said leaders of various insurgent groups other than NSCN-K were operating from the bordering areas and were instrumental in ‘anti-India’ activities.

NEW DELHI, SHILLONG, JUN 27: Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma on Tuesday urged the Union Home Ministry to file a suo moto case against the Delhi Golf Club for shunting out a Khasi woman from the club for wearing a Jainsem, a dress worn by the indigenous Khasi women in Meghalaya. On Sunday, Tailin Lyngdoh, a governess, had gone to the Club along with her employer Nivedita Barthakur after they were invited for lunch by a member of the Club. However, 15-20 minutes into the lunch, two Club officials asked Lyngdoh to leave the table and the Club saying the dress (Jainsem) she was wearing was a “maid’s uniform” and also allegedly hurled racial abuse at her. “I enquired the reason. They told me that the dress (Jainsem) I was wearing was a maid’s uniform. They even said that I look like a dustbin,” Lyngdoh had told IANS on Monday. Delhi Golf Club said it has apologised to a member(Nivedita Barthakur) whose guest from Meghalaya was asked to leave the club for wearing

SI Jamir stresses on following road safety norms

S.I. Jamir along with others during the ‘Road Safety Awareness’ programme on Tuesday. (NP)

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, JUN 27 (NPN): Nagaland Motor Vehicles department organized the ‘Road Safety Awareness’ programme on the theme “Time for Action” at IMC hall, on Tuesday with Prez poll: NLA informs here Advisor Urban DevelopD I M A P U R , J U N 2 7 ment, S.I. Jamir as the (NPN): In view of the forth- chief guest and Commiscoming election of the President of India, commissioner & secretary NLA, Benjamin Newmai has said that if any member who wishes to cast his vote in New Delhi may obtain the application form and submit the same by July 3, 2017 for submission to ECI. Newmai said once the option is availed, it would be final and no changes would be allowed thereafter.

sioner of Police, Dimapur, Limasunep Jamir, and Legal Aid Counsel & Trainer NSLSA, Limasenla Longkumer as the speakers. The programme was initiated by Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in collaboration with Association of State Road Transport Undertaking (ASRTU).

Speaking at the seminar, S.I.Jamir said that road safety awareness campaign was aimed to inspire all the responsible stakeholders to take action on road safety and promote life-saving messages in the society. Asserting there were some things that people could do to avoid accidents, Jamir called upon all responsible to adhere to road safety rules. Expressing concern over road condition in Dimapur city besides increase in motor vehicles and traffic jams, Jamir shared his experience on land contribution for road development and said Nagas lacked cooperation when it comes to land contribution. SI Jamir admitted that though he was part of the government he felt uncomfortable witnessing the road situation in the

M’laya CM demands suo moto case against Delhi incident

India may ask Myanmar to end CF with NSCN(K)

state. Questioning about missing funds sanctioned for road development, Jamir opined that the motive of implementing agencies or departments should be development and not money making. Jamir said that there would be no development in the state unless Nagas changed their mentality of only looking for profit without prioritizing development. Taking note of the presence of responsible officials at the programme, the legislator urged them to take the pledge to address traffic concerns. Delivering speech on “Road accidents”, Commissioner of Police Dimapur, Limasunep Jamir, said that rash driving and drunk driving on poor quality roads accounted for major road accidents in Dimapur.

Assam Gov asks MLA to end indefinite fast over Framework Agreeement

GUWAHATI, JUN 27 (AGENCIES): Assam Governor Banwarilal Purohit Tuesday urged Assam Congress legislator Rupjyoti Kurmi to call off his four-day-old indefinite hunger strike, demanding the Centre to reveal details of the peace framework signed with NSCN (I-M) in August, 2015. Purohit, responding to a Congress delegation’s appeal for his intervention in the matter, said he will write to the Union Home Minister in this regard. Kurmi has been admitted at the Jorhat Medical College and Hospital since Sunday, a day after the Mariani legislator launched his agitation. A Congress delegation, led by state president Ripun Bora met Purohit at Raj Bhavan, seeking immediate his intervention. Congress sources said the Governor, while appealing to Kurmi call off the fast, assured to pursue the issues raised by the Congress. Kurmi has also demanded lasting solution of (Cont’d on p-7) border disputes with Nagaland.

a Jainsem. However Barthakur said no such apology was received so far. “The apology should be given to Lyngdoh,” Barthakur said. The Club also claimed that disciplinary action against the erring staff “is in process”. The Chief Minister, who raised the issue with the Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju, said this racial discrimination needs to be condemned by one and all and calls for all necessary action as per the law of the land. “I have spoken to Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju urging him to direct the Delhi Police to file a soumoto case against Delhi Golf Club for the racial abuse on Lyngdoh,” Sangma said. “He (Rijiju) has assured me that he will give necessary direction to the Delhi police. Sangma, also informed that he would also raise the matter with Home Minister Rajnath Singh. “All legal options available according to Scheduled Tribe Prevention of Atrocities Act 1989 and Fundamental Rights with its relevant Articles will be taken advantage of so such behaviour is not repeated in future,” the CM said.

Govt yet to issue Pillai’s termination order, say officials Correspondent

KOHIMA, JUN 27 (NPN): Even 14 days after DGP Nagaland L.L. Doungel had told media persons that the services of M.K.R. Pillai, Consultant in the PHQ was terminated with immediate effect; no order has yet been passed till date. When contacted, Home department officials told this Correspondent that no such file for processing the termination order was received by the department. On June 14 last, DGP Nagaland, L.L. Doungel informed media persons in his office chamber, that the service of M.K.R. Pillai as PHQ consultant was terminated with immediate effect and that order was “expected to be out within a day or two”. On May 8, Income Tax sleuths had raided several premises of Pillai and his firm Sreevalsam Group after he had revealed that he had assets worth Rs.50 crores. Pillai, who joined Nagaland police 46 years ago as a constable, retired as Addl. SP. The two-day raids had yielded investments to the (More on p-5) tune of Rs 400 crore.

NVC clarifies on ‘eviction drive’ DIMAPUR, JUN 27 (NPN): Nahorjan Village Committee (NVC) has issued a clarification that the village committee had no connection with the “so called eviction drive” and burning down of houses at Kramsa Model Village carried out by landowners. NVC in a statement alleged that the act was purely carried out by one T.N. Manen and his party “who claimed themselves to be the original landowners” by maligning the name of the village committee. NVC also clarified that it had not served any ultimatum to any dwellers residing at Kramsa Model village. The signatories- NVC chairman Nogen Tokbi, Nahorjan R. Brahma Kachari Goan GB Tiken Brahma, Dili Terang village GB Romon Terang, AK Model village GB Augustine Kramsa, Nahorjan Block-II village GB Kania Tokbi, Nahorjan Hazampur GB Michael Bak and Sarbura Bey village GB Amor Bey- reiterated that the village was not under any land lease

agreement with T.N. Manen and party. The signatories also dismissed as “purely baseless” the claim of landowners that the village was under cultivation by them for more than 30 years. They said that it was not acceptable to drag the name of assistant land settlement-cumrevenue officer of KAAC of manipulating the land patta, saying Augustine Kramsa GB was the actual land owner as per government records. In the light of the above, the signatories said they had “nothing to say or comment on the issue as the land rightfully belongs to Augustine Kramsa”. However, to avoid confusion arising out of it, the signatories said that time has been given to the “self claimed” landowners to produce valid land patta before the office of the assistant land settlement-cum-revenue, Diphu. Further, they clarified that the conflict between Augustine Kramsa and T.N. Manen had nothing to do with NVC since the real owners were the local Karbis.

Ghokuto, Viheto villages cut off due to landslide

This is it!

Road completely cut-off due to landslide.

“I made the pledge for clean election as a campaign start. But unless I buy votes how can I win?” K Y M C

DIMAPUR, JUN 27 (NPN): Ghokuto and Viheto villages remained cutoff as the only road that connects the two villages to EAC headquarters Nihokhu was damaged by landslide, triggered by heavy downpour on June 24-25. In a press statement, head GB of Ghokuto village, G. Shikavi Zhimo said

that the road was severely affected in several places and in some places the road has been blocked due to continuous mud-slide. He also claimed that the village has been maintaining the road on its own by deploying villagers and through funds from the village council. The road was constructed in 2012 under PMGSY. K Y M C


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