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Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2018

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OFFICE OF THE

SUHOI STUDENTS' UNION

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OFFICE OF THE CHAKPA STUDENTS’ UNION

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TESOPHENYU GROUP PUBLIC UNION DIMAPUR Felicitation

PEREN : NAGALAND Regd. No. HOME/SRC-6583

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"The Tesophenyu Group Public Union Dimapur (TGPUD) takes immense pride and honour to congratulate the Headmaster, Esteem faculty and VEC members of the Govt.

High School (G.H.S) Tesophenyu for cent percent pass result in the HSLC examination 2018, and also the Principal, teaching staff and the School Management Board of Don Bosco School (DBS) Tesophenyu for cent percent result for 2(two) consecutive years and 95% pass percentage in HSLC examination' 2018.

Applause to all those behind, "well done". The Union further extends its heartiest congratulations to all its successful members in the HSLC and HSSLC examination 2018, and wishes them all bright future."

Sd/Sd/(Jonah Tep) (Mishak Jemu) President Gen. Secy.

TGPUD TGPUD

HSLC 1. Kuputo T. Kiho, S/o Rev. Toniho Kiho, 1st Div. Distinction in Mathematics (86), Social Science (80) 2. Elino K. Zhimo, D/o Khekiho Zhimo, 2nd Div. HSSLC 1. Likivi I. Yeptho, D/o Inaho P. Yepthomi, 1st Div. 2. Akai H. Neho, S/o Hukato Neho, 3rd Div. 3. Atobo N. Kiho, S/o Nitoshe Kiho, 3rd Gunato Neho Kahoni Neho President Asst. General Secretary Suhoi Students' Union Suhoi Students' Union Ihano P. Yepthomi Vikheho Katy Vice-Chairman Secretary Suhoi Village Council Suhoi Village Council

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CHIEPHOBOZOU DIVISION WELFARE ORGANIZATION DISTRICT KOHIMA : NAGALAND

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The Gaili Students' Union and Village Development Board Gaili Peren, Nagaland extend our heartiest congratulations to Dr. Tsileu Haikube on being promoted to the post of Deputy Director (Dept. of Vety. and AH).

Previously, he had served as Farm Manager at Jalukie.

Further, the Gaili Students' Union extends its heartiest congratulations to all the successful HSLC & HSSLC candidates and wishes them success in all their future endeavour.

Irialeu Iteibambe Hau President VDB Secy.

Gaili Students' Union Gaili VDB Board

FELICITATION With immense pride and honour, we extend our heartfelt congratulation to Miss Yarenbenla, D/o Mr. Imtisukub Lkr and Mrs. Imyabangla Jmr for securing Top 17 position from St. John School Diphupar ‘B’ at the HSLC examination 2018.

The Union also further congratulates all the successful candidates of HSLC and HSSLC examination 2018 and wishes them success in their future.

Sd/Sd/Talisunep Longkumsen President CSU Gen. Secy. CSU

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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Motto : Service to Public

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The Chiephobozou Division Welfare Organisation convey its deep gratitude and appreciation to our dynamic leader Shri.

Neiphiü Rio, Chief Minister, Nagaland and PDA Government for appointing Shri. Kekhriengulie, Additional Advocate General, Shri. Neiketouzo Kengurüsie, Personal Secy. to CM, Shri. Visakhotuo Kiewhuo, Media Assistant. We further wish them the very best in their further endeavour.

(NOUVILIE RÜLHO) (KEVILHOULIE KUOTSU) President Jt. Secretary K-1548

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KOHIMA UNIT, KOHIMA NAGALAND

PUBLIC NOTICE

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This is to inform the general public that, Rev. Khrütsoyi Lüruo is the lawful owner of the land situated at New Ministers’ Hill near Kohima South Police Station on Vizol Road above NH 39, bearing land patta No (New) 6028, Plot No. 4504.That Shri Puchuyi Tetseo has fabricated the sale deed of the said land by forging the signature of Rev. Khrütsoyi Lüruo and has been mortgaging the said land. It is further informed that whoever has dealt/deals with Shri Puchuyi Tetseo or any other person with regard to the above mentioned land has done/is doing so at their own risk and that the family of Rev. Khrütsoyi Lüruo is not responsible for any loses.

Family members of Rev Khrütsoyi Lüruo Contact: 9774139184/9402010950

With immense pride and joy, KNSK Kohima Unit extend our heartiest congratulations to the under mentioned achievers, individual for their achievements/ promotion in their respective pursuit.

1. Miss. Olem Kahdak for securing Top 6 in the recently declared HSLC examination 2018, 2. Miss. Hoingam for securing highest marks in political science with 97 marks 3. Mr. Wanmei M Konyak for securing highest mark in physics with 96 marks 4. Mr. Yashei Konyak for being promoted to joint secretary government of Nagaland The Unit wishes all the achievers, a sound health and success in all their endeavors.

KNSK Kohima Unit K-1557 GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER PHEK PUBLIC NOTICE Dated Phek, the 5th May 2018 No.DCP/JDL-12/2017(VOL-1) : Smti. Tsonulu Phesao of Hebron-1 Colony Phek Town has applied for issue of Succession Certificate under the Indian Succession Act 1925 in order to draw/operate family Pension/and all other dues against her deceased husband late Shri Chiekhuzu Vero as retired UDA under the office of Assistant Election Officer, Phek Nagaland and expired on 15-04-2018.

It is hereby notified that, if anybody has any complaint against the Succession ,he/she may lodge complaint to the office within a period of 1(one)month from the date of this notification or date of publication, whichever is later, no further complaint shall be entertained after the stipulated period and shall be considered that there is no objection.

Sd/- (SHANAVAS C) IAS, Deputy Commissioner, Phek, Nagaland, Pin – 797108 K-1554

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER WOKHA, NAGALAND Dated Wokha: The 8th May 2018

NOTICE

No. Judl-47/2017-18// Whereas, Shri. R Nrio Jami, father of Late Shri. Shako Lotha, a permanent resident of Pangti village has applied for issue of succession certificate to enable him to draw all dues and benefits/ family pension from the Govt. in favour of his deceased son Late Shri. Shako Lotha who expired on 22/02/2018.

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

No. Judl-47/2017-18/ Dated Wokha: The 8th May 2018 Dr. Manazir Jeelani Samoon (IAS) Deputy Commissioner, Wokha; Nagaland WC-35

DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

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Razaphe Hau Village Council, on behalf of all members of the village extend our heartfelt gratitude to Col. K.K. Misra, CO 164 Inf Bn (TA) (H&H) NAGA and his team for donating chairs for our Village Church. May you and your team continue to uphold the humane image of the Army and continue to support and uplift the Naga people.

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GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER PHEK PUBLIC NOTICE Dated Phek, the 5th May 2018 No.DCP/JDL-12/2017(VOL-1) : Smti. Tsonulu Phesao of Hebron-1 Colony Phek Town has applied for issue of Succession Certificate under the Indian Succession Act 1925 in order to draw/operate family Pension/and all other dues against her deceased husband Late Shri Chiekhuzu Vero as retired UDA under the office of Assistant Election Officer, Phek Nagaland and expired on 15-04-2018.

It is hereby notified that, if anybody has any complaint against the Succession, he/ she may lodge complaint to the office within a period of 1(one)month from the date of this notification or date of publication, whichever is later, no further complaint shall be entertained after the stipulated period and shall be considered that there is no objection.

Sd/(SHANAVAS C) IAS, Deputy Commissioner, Phek, Nagaland, Pin – 797108 K-1544

OFFICE OF THE POCHURY WOMEN HOHO DIMAPUR

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Phungreiyo Vashum Village Council Chairman

The Pochury Women Hoho Dimapur extend/convey our heartiest congratulations to Miss Chiechuwie Nyusou, D/o Dr. Kuotsütho Nyusou for securing in top 8th Position in the recently declared HSSLC Examination result in Science Stream.

The Hoho also congratulates all the successful candidates of both HSLC and HSSLC Examination. We wish you all success in your future endeavours.

Eli Nyuwi Ikhuli Nguvisie General Secretary President

OFFICE OF THE MOPUNGCHUKET AIT LAISHIR TELONGJEM P.O: IMPUR-798615, MOKOKCHUNG: NAGALAND

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The Mopungchuket Ait Laishir Telongjem with immense pride and honour, extend our heartiest congratulations to Yajen Aier Government High School, Mopungchuket on their outstanding 100% performance in the recently declared NBSE/HSLC examination.

Mopungchuket Ait Laishir Telongjem also congratulates Mr. Imlikumzuk, son of Mr &Mrs Benjongtemsu for securing the highest mark in Ao subject in the NBSE/HSSLC examination.

MALT further congratulates all the successful HSLC and HSSLC students and wishes them success.

Sd/- Akumyanger, Rongsentsula, President, MALT. General Secretary, MALT

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New Ralan Village Council would like to felicitate Mhathung R Ovung for securing distinction mark in Alternative English and bringing laurels to Government High School, Ralan.

He is also the first and only student to appear HSLC exam from the school.

We would also like to thank the teachers and staff for their tireless efforts and hope that they would continue to do the same in the coming days.

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With pride and honour, we extend our heartiest congratulations to Miss.

Wangshirenla Longkumer, D/o Mr. Akok Longkumer & Mrs. Moasenla Imsong of Yaongyimsen Village for securing top 8th position in HSLC examination 2018 and bringing good laurels to our families.

May the Almighty God continue to bless and guide you in your future endeavour.

Office of the New Ralan Village Council

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Mood of the nation survey 2018: BJP’s share dips, Cong gains

D I M A P U R , M AY 2 4 (NPN): Appealing for public support to PDA’s consensus candidate, chief minister Neiphiu Rio remarked that the upcoming Lok Sabha by-election would not be a contest between two tribes but between two political parties and people have to make a crucial choice between NPF and PDA. Rio described PDA c a n d i d a t e To k h e h o Yepthomi as a leader who had risen from the grassroots level and expressed full confidence on his vast experiences and leadership qualities. He highlighted the added advantage of NDPP being in alliance with BJP, which heads the NDA government at the Centre and stressed sending the ruling coalition’s candidate to Parliament.

Addressing an election rally at Zunheboto on Thursday, Rio alleged that instability of the erstwhile NPF-led DAN government from 2014 onwards severely affected all spheres of governance and public life, so much so that deficits increased without any works being implemented. He also

government coming back to power next year,” the survey found out.

While the Muslim disapproval of the Modi government isn’t a largely contested narrative in the public, the survey, rather unexpectedly, also found a sizeable section of voters from the majority Hindu community also carrying an anti-government sentiment.

According to the survey, the Hindu votes are nearly split down the middle on the question on whether the Modi regime should be given another chance with 44% exhibiting a progovernment stand and 42% taking an anti-government position.

“Out of all Hindu communities, Dalits and Adivasis, who have also been victims of violence and atrocities, were found to be most vociferous in their opposition to the government at 55% and 43% respectively.

Dominant OBC communities are also quite opposed (42%) to the present government,” the survey found.

ANCSU calls off proposed stir

Naga society blinded by materialism: Dr. Jamir Contest between secular forces and de facto BJP govt: Apok

Correspondent

Kohima, May 24 (NPN): Former Odisha Governor and former Nagaland chief minister, Dr. S.C. Jamir called for cleaning politics and bring social transformation as the people and their leaders have been blinded by materialism, which has become a chronic disease in Naga society.

He said this while attending the 26th annual parting social of Nagaland University Students’ Union (NUSU), Kohima campus on the theme “The birth of a memory” as a guest speaker at RCEMPA hall, Jotsoma on Thursday.

Dr. Jamir urged the intellectuals to bring positive change to the State and

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society, while competing with rest of the world as they have potential and resources saying “no outsider would come and do for Nagaland”.

He said though Nagaland is a small State, it should have the spirit of Israel to survive and surpass rest of the country with determination and ambition. He called upon the young people to rise and build strong Naga nation with unity for progressive

and prosperous state.

Dr. Jamir said the society is in deep crisis as its image has been tarnished by corruption, commercialisation of rights and polity, worship of materialism and lack of discipline in the government, society and churches. He said the present generation does not have the ethos of their forefathers like honesty, uprightness, bravery, hardworking nature and truthfulness.

Mentioning that society has developed the culture of not being able to distinguish between good and bad, right and wrong and taking everything for granted, Dr. Jamir said, as a senior citizen of the State and country who has been

Neiphiu Rio addressing an election rally at Zunheboto.

clarified on the allegations levelled by NPF leaders and highlighted the actual budget figures and correct deficits during his earlier tenure and accumulated deficits when he was away in Delhi as an MP. Highlighting the “incompetency” of NPF leadership, Rio said due to lack of decisive leadership and misleading assurances, particularly during the ULB election fiasco in January 2017, the State saw massive public protests, rampage, burning of government vehicles and offices, police firing upon civilians, wherein two precious lives were lost leading to a warlike situation.

All these happened when TR Zeliang was the chief minister, due to which

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, MAY 24 (NPN): Opposition NPF has termed the upcoming Lok Sabha by-poll as a contest between “secular forces” and “de facto BJPled government”.

Addressing a mammoth gathering at DDSC here on Thursday, NPF candidate C Apok Jamir said, unlike past Lok Sabha elections, the electorate should take interest in the ensuing by-election as it was not an “ordinary election” and could “change our destiny”.

“This by-election is a test for the people of Nagaland, our religion and those who love democ(Cont’d on p-11) racy,” he remarked.

TR Zeliang

C Apok Jamir

He asserted that NPF, being a regional party, stood for Naga political issue and the interests of Nagas and that today the party’s biggest challenge was to safeguard Naga identity.

The NPF candidate said likeminded parties like Indian National Congress and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Nagaland

have come together this by-election to uphold secularism, freedom of speech, freedom of religion and to go against “any communalism that threatens our very existence”. Commenting that the biggest concern before the people today was to safeguard secularism and uphold democratic values of the country and the

he had to step down ultimately, Rio added.

“I have been telling the truth about the misdeeds and misgovernance of NPF during the last four years, but they (NPF) are accusing me of criticizing them. Do they mean to say I should not speak the truth?” Rio queried and asserted that he will boldly speak the truth.

Expressing his sincere gratitude to the people of Zunheboto for electing the PDA government to power in the recently-held Assembly elections, Rio hoped that the people would ensure similar massive winning margin for the ruling coalition’s consensus candidate and appealed to the people to cast their conscious and valuable vote Yepthomi.

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State, Apok called upon the electorate to ensure that their rights were protected by casting their vote for the right candidate.

In an apparent reference to joining of forces by opposition parties against the ruling BJP-led NDA government at the national level, Apok said the political wave in India was changing and that soon change would come.

On Naga political issue, Apok said NPF has been trying to act as a facilitator to the peace process for ensuring an amicable settlement to the vexed issue. He said the party would leave no stone unturned to the resolve the issue.

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Centre, state issue NiV advisory

D IM APU R , M AY 24 (NPN): Even as the health ministry has confirmed 12 deaths due to Nipah Virus (NiV) outbreak in Kerala, the directorate of health & family welfare (H&FW) Nagaland has issued an advisory to the people to avoid/postpone travelling to NiV affected area i.e.

Kerala. The Kerala government has also issued an advisory against travelling to four northern districts (Cont’d on p-11) --Kozhikode, Malappuram, Waynad and Kannur.

According to the department, NiV was an emerging infectious disease and transmission of virus to humans could occur after direct contact with infected bats/or from NiV infected people. It said that typically the human infection presents as fever, headache, drowsiness, disorientation, mental confusion, coma and potentially death. In this regard, the H&FW department has issued DOs and DON’Ts for preventing the spread of NiV. “I’m convinced if we are DOs: Prevent contact united, Naga solution will with bat excreta and fruits solve all our problems.” eaten or bitten by bats;

This is it!

Dr. S.C. Jamir (NP)

According to the Mood of the Nation survey, the Congress would get 49 percent vote share in Madhya Pradesh if Assembly elections were held in the state today. The BJP would be a distant second in the state with 34 percent vote share.

The survey has also predicted that in case of the snap Lok Sabha polls in the state, the Congress with a 49% vote share would lead with a comfortable margin over the BJP with a 34% vote share.

In Rajasthan, ABPCSDS survey predicts that Congress is likely to make huge gains. According to the survey, if the state goes to polls today, Congress could bag 44 percent votes as against BJP’s 39 percent.

Earlier this year, the Congress won four out of six assembly by-polls and two parliamentary by-polls in the state. The BJP has been without a state unit here for over a month now after Ashok Parnami, who was held responsible for the bypoll loss, resigned as the state party president on March 16.

M U M B A I , M AY 2 4 (PTI): Despite implementing ambitious government policies one after the other including demonetisation, jan dhan yojana, mudra yojana, and Atal Pension Yojana, the employees of various state-run banks were allegedly overlooked during the salary hikes offered by the IBA, a move that compelled them to call for a two-day strike starting May 30.

Employees and officers of various state-run banks have called for a two-day nationwide strike from May 30 to protest a nominal 2 per cent wage hike offered by the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA).

In the wage negotiation meeting held on May 5, 2018, IBA made a propositions to offer 2 per cent hike in the wage bill cost as on March 31, 2017.

It also maintained that the negotiations on officers’ demands would be restricted up to scale III officers only.

“It is only because of provisions towards NPA that banks have booked losses, and for this, bank employees are not responsible,” United Forum of Bank Unions’ convener Devidas Tuljapurkar told reporters here.

Electing PDA candidate has clear advantage, says Rio

NEW DELHI, MAY 24 (AGENCIES): There are more people in the country today who believe that Narendra Modi-led NDA government does not merit another opportunity to govern India after the 2019 Lok Sabha election than those who think it deserves a second innings, an ABP News-CSDS Mood of the Nation survey has found, a News18 report stated.

According to the survey, almost 47% of the total 15,859 respondents from 19 states are of the opinion that the Modi government does not deserve another chance in 2019. Around 39% thought it did deserve a second innings in power, with the rest being noncommittal. The survey also found out that the anti-Modi government sentiments were found to be especially strong among the country’s religious minorities.

“About three-fourths of Muslims, three-fifths of Christians and well over half the Sikhs indicated that they do not wish to see the Modi

DIMAPUR, MAY 24 (NPN): After receiving positive response from the state government to its charter of demands, the All Nagaland College Students’ Union (ANCSU) Thursday called off its statewide agitation, which was scheduled to be held on May 28. The union was to abstain from voting in the impending Lok Sabha by-poll.

In a press release, ANCSU president, Katho P Awomi, and general secretar y, Vimeyiekho Vitso, said the union was dismayed with the government policy of delay in responding to the core issues that affected the student community.

ANCSU, however, appreciated the initiative taken by the chief secretary in calling a joint meeting with the union and other responsible government officials on May 21, 2018 at the chief secretary’s conference hall.

The union said the joint meeting discussed and deliberated the charter of demands -- land encroachment issue at Kohima Science College Jotsoma, setting up of a separate nodal cell for all the scholarship schemes and detachment of teachers under school education.

According to the survey, 32% of the voter have said they would vote for the BJP in the event of a snap Lok Sabha election. At the start of the year, the same survey had found out that 34% of the voters would do so. This two percent drop in a five-month period, is another indicator a declining trend that Modi government is becoming less and less popular among the voters.

Interestingly, a similar survey in 2013, nine months before the 2014 national elections, had predicted the same results for the United Progressive Alliance (UPA).

Back then 39% had been against giving the UPA another chance, 31% had been in favor and 30% had been noncommittal. When the results were out, the UPA was routed as the alliance managed to win only 60 seats.

A survey conducted by ABP-CSDS has predicted losses for the BJP in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, both of which are scheduled go for assembly elections later this year.

Bank unions call for two-day strike

keeping a minimum distance of 1 meter (one arm’s distance); using personal mask while visiting patients in hospitals; use soap and water to wash before and after meals or after visiting patients; use hand sanitizer to cleanse hands; use gloves and personal protection while handling excreta of domestic animals; in case of suspected NiV like illness contact the nearest health facility.

DON’Ts: Don’t have close contact with patients with confirmed Nipah virus, including sharing utensils, clothes and bed linen; don’t have close contact with patients and sharing beds with patients; don’t have close contact with patients who died of Nipah virus infection; go for selfmedication.

For any further queries one could contact State Surveillance Unit, IDSP by email at nlssu.idsp@nic.in Amid fears that Nipah virus has spread to other states such as Karnataka and Himachal Pradesh, the Union Health Ministry tonight issued an advisory for

general public and healthcare personnel mentioning the preventive measures they should adopt in highrisk areas, along with information on how the disease spreads and what are the symptoms.

The ministry advised the general public to avoid consuming raw date palm sap or toddy, half-eaten fruits from the ground and refrain from entering into abandoned wells and eat only washed fruits.

The advisory informed that Nipah virus which commonly affects animals such as bats, pigs, dogs, horses, etc. can spread from animals to humans and can sometimes cause serious illness among humans.

Spread of Nipah virus to humans may occur after close contact with other Nipah infected people, infected bats, or infected pigs. Bat secretions laden with virus can infect people during fruit tree climbing, eating/handling contaminated fallen fruits or consuming raw date palm sap/ juice or toddy, the advisory mentioned.

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WEATHER FORECAST May 25

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala A p.m. t-storm in the area

32 24

Aizawl

Some rain and a thunderstorm 27 20

Guwahati Cloudy, showers and t-storm Imphal

30 23

Some rain and a thunderstorm 29 19

Itanagar Cloudy, a shower or t-storm

26 21

Shillong

Rain and a thunderstorm

20 17

Kohima

Thunderstorm

22 17

Dimapur Cloudy, a shower or t-storm

30 22

Cloudy, a shower or t-storm

25 17

Tuensang Occasional rain and a t-storm

18 13

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Dimapur Police bust interdist vehicle lifting racket

Cloudy, a thunderstorm

Zunheboto Thunderstorm

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Janthungo (Rolan)

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DIMAPUR: Dimapur police has busted a gang of vehicle lifters from around Chumukedima and Diphupar areas with the help of Chumukedima Village Council and Chumukedima Youth Organization.

In a press release from Addl. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime) & PRO, said that based on specific inputs, Chumukedima Police on May 18, arrested three persons namely i) Janthungo Murry (Roland), 27 years, son of Chenio Murry, villageWokha; ii) Wochumo Ngullie, 23years, son of Nyambemo Ngullie, village- Shaki under Wokha district, residing in Razuphe Basa village, Dimapur; and iii) Zachumo

Zachamo Murry

Murry, son of Thungdemo Murry, village- Wokha.

In connection to this case, two motorcycles, a Suzuki Gixxer and a Royal Enfield, were recovered by police while conducting multiple raids in different hideouts.

Dimapur Police PRO said that during investigation, it was ascertained that the gang was involved in inter-district bike lifting and had been involved in numerous crimes. Vehicles stolen in Wokha were disposed off in Dimapur and vice versa. One of the accused, Zachumo Murry was detained at Peducha Police Outpost, under Kohima district, while proceeding to Wokha and a black Royal Enfield motorcycle (NL

GHSS Pfutsero declared litter free

Teachers along with students during the declaration of GHSS Pfutsero as a litter free campus on May 24.

Kohima: Government Higher Secondary School Pfutsero under Phek district has been declared a litter free campus, as part of the school’s efforts towards the Swaachh Bharat Campaign, on Thursday.

During the declara-

tion ceremony, GHSS vice principal, Kelhikha Kenye explained the idea behind the litter free campus initiative to the students and teachers.

The students and teachers were encouraged to take responsibility to keep our

environment clean by not littering it. The students and teachers took a pledge to abide by the litter free campus call and also to spread the message to others. The litter free declaration was given by GHSS principal, Vechikhoyi Lohe.

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07M 0611) was recovered from his possession.

F u r t h e r, o n M ay 24, two persons namely, Tokai Jakhalu, “captain” of GPRN/NSCN, son of Lt. Khevito Jakhalu, and Peter Aye (Aja), residents of 4th mile Dimapur, were arrested along with one stolen Hero Splendo motorcycle in connection with the same case. According to the PRO, the gang is involved in vehicle theft and receiving and disposing of stolen vehicles.

Efforts are on to make more arrests, it said.

Dimapur Police, in the press release, also acknowledged the contribution of Chumukedima Youth Organization in busting this racket.

DC & ARO Dimapur informs DIMAPUR: DC & ARO Dimapur, Sushil Kumar Patel has informed all concerned parties that the timing and venue for sealing of strong room after poll, scrutiny and counting of vote shall be as follows: i) Sealing of strong room- After collection of all polled EVM deposited at strong room from 3 a.m on May 29 at DC office for which one representative of each political party is requested to be present. ii) Scrutiny at 11 a.m on May 29 at DC & ARO office chamber at which at least one NDPP/ NPF representative each is requested to be present. iii) Counting shall start at 8 a.m on May 31 at conference room, DC’s office, Dimapur for which 11 counting agents from NDPP & NPF are requested to be present. (DIPR)

WCSU offering subsidized computer course DIMAPUR: Wokha Circle Students’ Union (WCSU) will be offering a six month course for Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) at a subsidized rate of Rs. 1800, as registration fee, for under privileged students, at Zagreus Computer Institute, opposite Nili Hotel, Church road Wokha.

In a press release, WCSU secretary publicity and information, C. Longsithung Lotha has informed interested candidates to enquire at phone numbers 774234283 or 8974938486 and get the registration form from LSU office from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The last date for submission of the form with copies of class 10 admit cards, PRCs and two copies of passport, is June 10.

Water supply to be disrupted in Phek

DIMAPUR: Water supply to Phek headquarter will be disrupted for two to three weeks as the main pipeline has been damaged at several locations by landslides between Muchuri and Laka source, Ketsapoon on August 2 and 3, 2017. The department has requested consumers of Phek headquarter to kindly bear with the inconvenience caused until the repair work is completed.

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NAGC holds felicitation programme

Special invitees, club office bearers and members at the felicitation programme.

Dimapur: On 24th of May, the Nagaland Adolescent Girls’ Club (NAGC), under the aegis of the Nagaland State Social Welfare Board, organized a felicitation programme under the theme, “There is no substitute for hard work”, on May 24.

A press release from NAGC media cell said the programme was held at Christ King Higher Secondary School, Kohima to felicitate young members of NAGC for their success in the HSLC and HSSLC examinations this year.

Altogether 129 students were awarded certificates of excellence from different NAGC schools.

SRCW assistant state coordinator, R. Juliana

Medom exhorted the girls based on the theme and said “Hard work starts from the day you get your results. Your hard work starts towards a career that you want to go to.” She encouraged the students to excel in different avenues and choose not from their percentage but from their passion, for the kind of work that they would like to do in the future. She encouraged the girls to make use of technology by using the internet to learn about the career they want to pursue.

Project manager of National Minorities Development & Finance Cooperation, Asalie Alex Kruse; state coordinator of Nagaland State Legal

Service Authority, Akumla Longchari; DSP of State Vigilance Department, Kevisonuo Yhome and bank manager of HDFC, Lanu Jamir were the invitees for the programme.

Re s e a r c h o f f i c e r, SRCW, Meneno V. chaired the programme. She congratulated all the students for their success in the HSLC and HSSLC examination. Associate Pastor of Freedom Church Kohima, Neivolieü Solo Jamatia pronounced the innovation prayer. A special song titled, ‘Sovereign Lord’ was presented by Mezavinuo Pucho, AGC member of Mewi School and vote of thanks was given by the NAGC coordinator, Medochünuo Chielie.

Human animal conflict mitigation campaign held

DIMAPUR: An awareness campaign, for conservation of forest, wildlife and on mitigation of human animal conflict and wildlife crime, was organised by the Kiphire Wildlife Division, Nagaland Forest Department and the Citizens’ Welfare Society, Kiphire for the community of the area on May 21 at Hopongkyu memorial hall, Kiphire. The programme was sponsored under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme – Human Animal Conflict Mitigation of the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India, New Delhi.

A press release from PCCF (Wildlife), Nagaland stated that chief wildlife warden Nagaland, Satya Prakash Tripathi in his key note address, stressed on the genesis of the human animal conflict prevalent in the state in general.

Wildlife warden, Kiphire wildlife division, Su-

Forest officials with village council members, attendees and invitees.

man W M Sivachar spoke on the Wildlife Protection Act 1972. A simple translation of select sections of the act was provided to the participants in Sumi, Thikhir and Sangtam dialects.

DFO Kiphire, Rajesh Kumar highlighted the importance of every species in a sound ecological or eco-system.

ADC Kiphire, Kumar Ramnikant spoke of the dependency of human beings on forests and the need of awareness to address human animal conflict prevalent in

Nagaland.

The event was chaired

by Kiphire Town Baptist Lithro associate pastor, Alison, who also interpreted all the discussions into local dialects.

An interaction was held between the community and officials, where questions raised by villagers were clarified by the department officials.

The programme began with an invocation prayer

by Tenyimie Baptist Church pastor, Thejovi, a special song was performed by

supervisor Christian Education Ministry (Kiphire Town Baptist Lithro), Lilongla, a vote of thanks was proposed by media cell, Citizens’ Welfare Society, Lipise Jinger, while benediction was said

by Nepali Baptist Church pastor, Santosh Tamang.

Around 150 persons such as officers from the forest department, Kiphire administration, 7 Assam Rifles, chairmen, members, GBs, head GBs of village councils, leaders of NGOs, unions and general public attended the programme.

CHS Shamator conducts felicitation programme DIMAPUR: A felicitation programme for successful students of the HSLC examination 2018 was held at Christian High School Requisitioned vehicles for the forthcoming bye elections to the Nagaland Parliamentary (CHS), Shamator on May constituency 2018 reporting at the state stadium, Dimapur on May 24. (DIPR) 21.

In a press release, CHS Shamator assistant teacher, Yanger stated that Dr. S J Akhum encouraged the students to achieve greater heights in their higher pursuit of quality education.

NVA holds general conference

Tragic incident claims one life in Wokha

Correspondent KO H IMA , MAY 2 4 (NPN): Nagaland Veterinarian’s Association (NVA) held its general conference at Hotel Japfü in Kohima on Thursday.

Speaking at the conference, president, Nagaland Sate Veterinary Council and HoD Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, Dr. Aomangyang Walling said veterinarians were a multi-dimensional asset for economic reformation and appealed to them to build up the image of the profession.

Dr. Walling urged the veterinarians to be guided by the NVA constitution and analyze how well their services were being delivered.

He said a veterinarian should be a social reformer and economic revolutionist where their services should always be in demand. Every veterinarian should prove themselves once admitted into the profession,

Dr. Walling speaking at the NVA conference in Kohima on Thursday. (NP)

he said.

Speaking about the Animal Husbandry front, Dr. Walling said that the department’s production of meat was poor despite the fact that Nagas were voracious consumers of meat.

He stated that the department should work on improvement of meat production.

He also advocated for updating veterinarian’s

skills stating that their performance would speak for them, earning them respect. He exhorted them to correct each other’s wrongs and encourage one another when things were on right track.

Dr. Walling read out the NVA constitution and said that although NSVC framed the constitution it was not being practiced.

He cautioned practitioners to follow the constitution

or be penalized under the council.

NVA president Dr. Ilang, in his presidential address, highlighted the initiatives of his team and thanked all the members for their support from all over the state.

At the conference NVA decided to propose, to the state government, the post creation of Veterinary Field Surgeon (VFS) and more to the existing shortage of VAS and VFA staff.

The house also elected a new team of office bearers for the next three years headed by Dr. Ilang as president, Dr. Vikato Sema as general Secretary and Dr. Keduovizo Visa as finance secretary with four other members.

On the occasion, the veterinarians also observed a minute of silent prayer for the departed of their profession.

The programme was followed by a business session.

DIMAPUR: In a tragic incident one person identified as Khonchamo Tsanglao of Elumyo Village aged around 24, S/O Lt. Nkhyingo Tsanglao died on the spot while working on an under construction retaining wall which collapsed at Airfield colony Wokha.

DIPR reports that the incident occurred at around 9 a.m and the body was retrieved with the help of colony people and Police.

Chairman, Wokha District Disaster Management Authority (WDDMA) led

by Deputy Commissioner, Dr. Manazir Jeelani Samoon, member secretary (WDDMA) EAC, Wokha Vejoyo Swuro and SDRF team visited the location to examine the spot.

Immediate relief -- an ex-gratia of Rs. One lakh -was paid to the next of kin by the member secretary WDDMA.

CHS Shamator principal, Sujet Deb in his short speech expressed his sincere joy and happiness to the students.

Speaking on behalf of all the HSLC passed out students, Youngphula thanked

all the teaching faculties and school managing authorities for not only molding and shaping their future.

The programme was chaired by CHS assistant teacher, Rekhum, invoca-

Konyak Naga idioms and proverbs book released

Correspondent

KOHIMA, MAY 24 (NPN): A book which has a collection of Konyak Naga idioms and proverbs, written by Lemei C. Konyak was released last Sunday, May 20.

The book, forwarded

by Konyak Literature Board, was dedicated by Pastor Sumi Baptist Church Kohima Rev. Dr. Hoketo.

In her book the author reflects on the rich culture and traditions of the Konyak Nagas which, she believes, is at the verge of being lost.

The book is categorized according to idioms and proverbs followed by sayings with some background stories.

The author reminds the readers that the Konyak ancestors had a close connection with nature and many of their sayings and stories were drawn from keenly observing nature and everyday realities.

This book was written

in ‘Sheanghah’ and ‘Tsang’ dialect which was translated into English to make it accessible to the general public.

Through the book, Lemei hopes to contribute to preserving the Konyak Naga culture and tradition.

Nagaland is in the transitional period from the use of dao to using the internet, she said.

‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit’ movie series have become billion dollar franchises and Thor, Hansel and Gretel, Clash of the Titans, etc. are million dollar movies based on mythology and folklore” she stated.

Likewise, she opined, if Nagas could produce movies about the interesting folktales utilizing special effects, proper film expertise, sophisticated technology and professional actors, Naga folktales could also be popular worldwide and the culture can be appreciated globally.

tion was said by Yimchungeru Baptist Boru Amukhongto (YBBA) mission secretary, Khalemew, while the benediction was said by YBBA women secretary, Dr. Toshila.

National Himalaya cleanup campaign DIMAPUR: As part of the National Himalayan Cleanup Campaign of Integrated of Mountain Initiative (IMI) and Zero Waste Himalayas, in coordination with Sustainable Development Forum of Nagaland (SDFN), CAN Youth and Team Clean Dimapur will be jointly participating with the department of Forest, wildlife, environment and climate change, Government of Nagaland to clean the zoological park, Dimapur on May 26 from 9 a.m. onwards.

A press release from CAN youth secretary, Zhove Lohe stated that the initiative will be more than just the usual clean up as it will involve waste and brand audit and focus on plastic waste in alignment to the World Environment Day theme “Beat Plastic pollution”.

The organizers have invited all individuals and groups to be a part of the initiative in order to spread the message of the harms of plastic usage and reduce the usage of plastic.

Northeast

NPP’s campaign for Ampati ends

Ampati, May 24 (NPN): Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma Thursday concluded his campaign trail for Ampati by-election by addressing party supporters and workers at NPP candidate Clement G. Momin’s residence at Latri along with Health Minister A.L Hek and PHE Minister Samlin Malgniang.

“Be vigilant and unite the electorates. Insulate our supporters from the opponents, who believe in luring voters with money power,” said Conrad K. Sangma addressing the party supporters and grassroot level workers.

According to report received here, the chief minister told the grassroot level workers to create confidence and motivate the voters. “The opponents believe in money power. We have to sensitise our people at the booth level not to fall prey to such evil practices,” added Conrad.

Boosting the morale of the party workers and supporters, the Chief Minister asserted that the position of NPP has improved tremendously in Ampati constituency and urged them to further work harder for the next two days in spreading the message of uniting the people to vote for NPP.

Three Rohingya women arrested in Imphal Correspondent

IMPHAL, May 24: Three women suspected to be Rohingya Muslim from Myanmar were detained in Imphal as police intensified checking of illegal immigrants entering Manipur at the border check posts.

The three women were found staying at a rented house in Imphal during a drive carried out by volunteers of a local youth club in Imphal East district on Thursday.

They have been handed over to the police for further necessary action, a local source said.

The local source said that the volunteers conducted the drive at the rented houses in the locality following reports of the presence of some non-local people.

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma addressing party workers.

“The Congress party thinks that they will turn around the situation with money in one night. We have to tell the people that this is an election for Ampati to be part of the ruling side and they have to be serious in voting for a change and be part of the Government,” he exhorted.

Health Minister A. L Hek, who is touring different parts of the constituency along with BJP workers seeking support for the common candidate of Meghalaya Democratic

Alliance (MDA) said, “We have collectively worked hard and hopeful that the people of Ampati will give the mandate to NPP candidate.”

Hek urged the workers to be at their respective polling stations and convince the people to vote for NPP, as this was the chance given to them to be part of change and development.

He also told the gathering that if electorates fail to be part of the ruling side they would be left behind in the process of develop-

Tripura University teacher suspended for violating protocol Agartala, May 24 (IANS): The Tripura University on Thursday suspended an Assistant Professor on charges of violating the protocol a day earlier during its convocation where Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu was the chief guest.

“Hindi Department Assistant Professor Jai Kaushal, 37, has been suspended for violating the protocol during the convocation,” Tripura University Registrar Sanit Debroy said.

He said that after the convocation speech of Naidu, Kaushal, who was anchoring the event, had asked Tripura Education Minister Ratan Lal Nath to speak. As he was speaking, Kaushal passed a paper slip asking the Minister to stop.

“As per the standard protocol, after the chief

guest’s convocation speech, there can be no speech except the Vote of Thanks by the Registrar,” Debroy said.

He said that an inquiry committee would be constituted to examine the entire episode.

An irritated Nath, who was representing Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb, snubbed the Assistant Professor and others at the venue and complained to Vice Chancellor Anjan Kumar Ghosh that the university had insulted the state government.

The varsity’s 11th convocation was held after five years. As many as 142 scholars received Ph.D. degrees and around 400 students from different streams got gold and silver medals.

The varsity, set up in 1987, was made a central university in July 2007.

ment.

Expressing confidence to receive Clement G. Momin as the new MLA of Ampati, Hek said, “Every single vote is important and I urge the party workers to work very hard.”

Extending full support to on behalf of HSPDP to Clement G. Momin, PHE Minister Samlin Malgniang said, “Clement G. Momin will create history in Meghalaya by winning the election from Ampati by defeating the Congress candidate.”

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Naidu urges students to stay true to roots Aizawl, May 24 (PTI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu Thursday exhorted the students of the Mizoram University to stay true to their roots and respect the customs and traditions of the country.

Delivering a lecture this morning after inaugurating the administrative building of the university, the vice president said students should be well-versed in their mother tongues before learning a foreign language.

He stressed the need to eradicate poverty and illiteracy to bridge the urban-rural divide in the country.

Na idu, during his maiden visit to the state as vice president, expressed hope that Mizoram University, which bagged the 81st spot in the National Institutional Ranking Framework, would become an education hub for the northeast region in the years to come.

“If APJ Abdul Kalam, who distributed newspapers at one point of time, could become the president of India and Narendra Modi, who sold tea at railway platforms, could become the Prime Minister, any hard working students can achieve high positions in life,” he asserted.

Students in Manipur demand capital punishment to child rapist

Students in Thoubal district stage protest demanding capital punishment to child rapist on Thursday. (NP) Correspondent

IMPHAL, May 24: Students in Thoubal district staged a protest demonstration demanding the death penalty for a child rapist on Thursday.

This was in connection to a case where a five-yearold girl was allegedly raped by her relative on May 15.

The incident came to light after the victim’s mother lodged a complaint with the police on May 22 last following which the alleged rapist, Thokchom Sanjoy Singh (37) of Thoubal Khekman was arrested.

The victim’s mother

claimed that the alleged accused had taken her daughter to the bedroom of his father and raped her midafternoon. The mother alleged that she came to know the incident two days later when the victim complained of feeling uneasiness.

She then lodged an FIR on the same day, following which Women police station in Thoubal district registered a case under section 506 IPC and POCSO act 2012.

A large number of students across Thoubal district today came out and staged a protest demonstration in front of their respective school campuses, demand-

ing befitting action against the alleged rapist.

They demanded capital punishment and appealed to the concerned authorities to deal with the case seriously considering the increasing instances of sexual assault on minor girls in the state.

Leaders of the students taking part in one of the protest demanded that the authority hang the rapist to death at the earliest possible time.

Various placards with the slogans “We want justice,” “Girl child, tomorrow’s mother,” “Hang Rapist to death”, etc were displayed during the protests.

Manipur new source of cross-border child trafficking New Delhi, May 24 (IANS): Manipur has emerged as the new source of cross-border human trafficking in India where 174 children go missing every day and half of them remain untraced.

On the eve of the International Missing Children’s Day, child rights group CRY in a report said that young Indian boys and girls were being trafficked via Myamar to countries like Singapore after luring them with lucrative job offers.

“Manipur has become not only a source state for cross-border human trafficking but it is also being used as an easy transit route.

Children are soft and easy target,” the CRY report quoted Keisham Pradipkumar, member of Manipur Commission for Protection of Child Rights (MCPCR), as saying. The report highlighted a story of a Manipuri

girl, Julie (name changed), who had bagged a job opportunity abroad.

It said an employment agency took her and seven other girls to Myanmar on their way to Singapore.

Their identity documents were forged in Yangon and that was when they sensed trouble.

“They were forced to lodge in a hotel in Yangon.

Julie managed to call home from there,” said the report.

The family contacted a child rights group in Manipur that informed the state police and took help from the Indian Embassy in Yangon.

The children were rescued and six persons were arrested.

“I know I am lucky enough to be back with my family. Not everyone is as lucky as me,” Julie was quoted as saying.

The report citing the data on missing children by

National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) said 1.11 lakh children were reported missing in 2016 and 55,625 of them remained untraced.

The data analysis by CRY suggests that more than half of all missing children in the country are concentrated in just West Bengal, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Bihar.

“West Bengal tops the list with accounting for a whopping 15.13 per cent of all missing children in the country in 2016, while Delhi closely follows with 13.14 per cent.”

On the close linkage of missing children to organised crimes, Puja Marwaha, chief of CRY, said: “It is deeply disturbing that our children go missing and we can’t bring them back home. “The evidences on

ground and numbers that indicate a large number of missing children are actually trafficked, kidnapped or abducted.”

The report said the organized crime of trafficking was next largest form of trans-national illegal trade after arms and drugs.

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leads to long lasting negative impact among them, Changkakoty said.

Media professionals which include journalists, photographers, TV program producers, content writers, advertising professionals are champion of human rights and they must use their potential to create a positive impact on children, she added.

“Media professionals who understand the consequence of their reporting, writing, programmes, appreciate the vulnerability of children and respect their rights are truly champions of child rights”, she pointed out.

The speakers discussed in detail the various codes and guidelines under different Acts like the Press Council of India, 1978, Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995, Information and Technology Act (ITA), 2000 for children, Juvenile Justice ( Care and Protection of Children) Act 2015, Protection of Children against Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 along with those set by UNICEF, Indian Broadcasting Foundation (IBF) and News Broadcasters Association (NBA) among others.

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Guwahati, May 24 (PTI): Assam State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (ASPCR) Thursday urged mediapersons to adhere to codes and guidelines set by different institutions while reporting on children-related issues.

“There are different guidelines and codes formulated by different authorities to protect child rights and these must be followed by the media in reporting child rights issues in proper perspective”, ASPCR Chairperson Sunita Changkakoty said during a group discussion on ‘Representation of Children in the media’ here.

Media plays an important role to highlight, to raise important socioeconomic issues related to children and on “several occasions we have taken suo moto cognisance of cases reported in the media,” she said.

“The way in which the media represents or ignores children’s issues can influence decisions taken on their behalf by policy makers”, Changkakoty added.

On several occasions, various media coverage of children violates the guidelines and codes set by authorities and this

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Nagaland Post Vol. XXVIII NO. 167 Dimapur, FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2018

Convenient amnesia

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lectioneering in Nagaland has never witnessed such a high voltage slug fest over the issue of communalism versus secularism as in the current run up to the Lok Sabha by-election slated for May 28 in Nagaland. Though communalism versus secularism had been aired to some extent in the past election campaigns, yet it has never risen to the present level especially after both the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) and the BJP wrote a complaint letter to the Election Commission of India (ECI) against NPF President Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu. The two parties who are jointly the power behind the ruling Progressive Democratic Alliance(PDA) government, have taken the bold step to demand that the Election Commission of India take stern action against the NPF president for having purportedly made highly communal speech at the May 15 campaign held at the Ura Academy. According to the two, the NPF president Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu had told the people that the choice was between RSS/BJP and NPF. According to the two parties Dr. Shürhozelie had said that if any Naga voter wanted to be Hindu then vote for the PDA consensus candidate Tokehho Yepthomi but if they wanted to reiterate their identity as Naga Christians then vote for the NPF candidate C .Apok Jamir.

The BJP and NDPP have taken strong exception to the “highly communal speech” of Dr. Shürhozelie as they firmly believed that it had the potential of inciting violence among different tribes. The two have also urged upon the state government to immediately arrest the NPF president and also to bar him from further addressing election campaigns in the state. In other media, Dr. Shürhozelie was reported to have said “a vote for PDA will be a vote for Hindus and a vote for NPF will be a vote for Nagas. Be that as it may, what is pertinent to note is that the NDPP and BJP truly believe that the statements of Dr. Shürhozelie was communal and a violation of the Model Code of Conduct. It appears that invoking Nagas versus atrocities by the RSS and its cohorts will sway the voters. This is a strategy that is supposed to incentivise the voters against the NDPP/BJP has only some emotive value but lack logic. The tone and tenor of the campaign speech is certainly as bad as the communal forces preying on the fears of the majority community as in the so-called option between nationalism versus terrorism. The RSS and its political wing, the BJP are adherents of Hinduvta or a concept of Hindu majoritarianism. The Hindutva nationalism versus Islamic terrorism/ minority appeasement has become the focal point of polarising India. The effective use of the ideology of polarisation in India has evolved into a neo-fascist ideology of convincing the Hindu majority that the present and future of the minorities of India, is safe under the RSS/BJP. What the NPF is saying about BJP today reeks of total hypocrisy and opportunism. BJP and RSS did not suddenly persecute or attack Christians and minorities in India. If at all, what should be asked is what has the NPF done in making hue and cry or severing ties with BJP when so many atrocities have been taking place in India for several years? Even voting for NPF cannot change BJP so long as parties like NPF continues to forge opportunistic alliance and close their eyes to communalism.

DailyDevotion The Delight of Despair When I saw Him, I fell at His feet as dead.

—Revelation 1:17 It may be that, like the apostle John, you know Jesus Christ intimately. Yet when He suddenly appears to you with totally unfamiliar characteristics, the only thing you can do is fall “at His feet as dead.”

There are times when God cannot reveal Himself in any other way than in His majesty, and it is the awesomeness of the vision which brings you to the delight of despair. You experience this joy in hopelessness, realizing that if you are ever to be raised up it must be by the hand of God. “He laid His right hand on me…” (Revelation 1:17). In the midst of the awesomeness, a touch comes, and you know it is the right hand of Jesus Christ. You know it is not the hand of restraint, correction, nor chastisement, but the right hand of the Everlasting Father. Whenever His hand is laid upon you, it gives inexpressible peace and comfort, and the sense that “underneath are the everlasting arms” (Deuteronomy 33:27), full of support, provision, comfort, and strength. And once His touch comes, nothing at all can throw you into fear again. In the midst of all His ascended glory, the Lord Jesus comes to speak to an insignificant disciple, saying, “Do not be afraid” (Revelation 1:17). His tenderness is inexpressibly sweet. Do I know Him like that?

Take a look at some of the things that cause despair. There is despair which has no delight, no limits whatsoever, and no hope of anything brighter.

But the delight of despair comes when “I know that in me (that is, in my flesh) nothing good dwells…”

(Romans 7:18). I delight in knowing that there is something in me which must fall prostrate before God when He reveals Himself to me, and also in knowing that if I am ever to be raised up it must be by the hand of God. God can do nothing for me until I recognize the limits of what is humanly possible, allowing Him to do the impossible.

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The most basic question is not what is best, but who shall decide what is best. ~ Thomas Sowell

Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2018

Post-mortem

Change is coming sooner or later

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he political u-turn in Karnataka has exposed the bigger intestine of the Central Government. BJP Government tried to play the game in Karnataka by attaining single largest party. They forced themselves to form the Government. The BJP party in Nagaland celebrated the poll result of Karnataka. The Government collapsed in no time. Usually what goes around comes back to us. Some members must have gone to Karnataka to condole them with traditional gifts.

Congress and JDS received all the blame for joining hands to outdo BJP. (What we do is right, the same thing done by others is totally wrong) When NDPP and BJP allied to form PDA Government in Nagaland, BJP was the happiest of all. The State Government is happy to be under the Central Government so as to receive its share in due season. No politicians want to live in the desert. The State Government of Nagaland is still yet to stabilize itself strongly.

The central Government tried to interpret the Constitution of India differently for different State/people. Congress and JDS were put to a bitter test in Karnataka because they were non-BJP parties. BJP tried to put on sheep’s clothing in many States, but failed in front of the Indian Roller and Indian Elephant in Karnataka.

The ability to manipulate rules and regulations differently from State to State is killing the authenticity of Indian politics.

This is how change of laws disturb the smooth functioning of the Government, both Central and State.

The formation of the recent Government in Nagaland sounds good. The numerous apprehensions about BJP and its hidden agenda (as it is called till date) were washed clean within a day. No party is good or bad by themselves. The people in the party formulate the party.

Nagas are now amused by the play of the game. The game of life and the purgatory of Naga politics continue to linger. Can any mathematician systematically solve the sum of NDPP+BJP=PDA? Can a

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he Supreme Court in the month of July pronounced a judgment giving out guidelines in lieu of the anti dowry law practiced in India. This initiated a lot of backlash from various groups in the society whereas some take it to be a progressive and liberal judgment. Before discussing the mammoth impact the judgment will have on the ‘aam aadami’, it is poignant to enlist the controversial aspects of the same.

The two judge bench comprising of Justice UU Lalit and AK Goel ruled that the police would no longer make immediate arrests whenever a complaint is filed under Section 498A. A committee will be set up to look into the credibility of the complaint. The three member committee will have time for a period of one month to reach a decision based on which proceedings would ensue.

Now let us look at both the sides of the coin and try to weigh the pros and cons of the judgment. Firstly certain individuals are all praise for the decision. By placing a restriction on immediate arrest and filing of an FIR with the police, they believe that false complaints will be quashed at the preliminary stage. However the effectiveness of the proposed system comes under question. The genuineness of the complaint can only be decided by a trained investigative agency i.e. the police. A committee of three people without background knowledge and experience in the field may not be able to decide on the merits of the case. Also no specifications regarding the convening of the

logician derive conclusion from the two premises (NDPP and BJP) and come to a conclusion of PDA? Can Science explain the chemistry of the two substances becoming one? It is difficult for scholars to explain or experiment. Some politicians can supersede all scientists and scholars with their vague non-lasting explanation. Any change is good, but if change adversely affects the life of the people, than that change need to be changed. The present Government will surely do its best to put into actions their promises and manifestoes. This is the hope of the common men and women.

If we do not derive proper and reasonable answer for our present state of life, we can be easily tossed upon by any hearsay. The change of political party from time to time clearly indicates the instability of most politicians. As long as the party feeds them well, they are to proclaim only good news.

Once the link of consumption ceases, the same party becomes the worst party. Because of this some people change for worse, while others remain stagnant.

Before election, many political party workers in villages and towns give mass resignation with the hope of changing their pockets. Yes, they have changed from ‘empty pockets to full pockets.’ But they failed to change themselves. What a disastrous change! Many people are still in the process of changing their party. This is called ‘change.’ Can this be called ‘a good change?’ Likewise, if BJP fails in the centre, Nagaland will give up all praises for BJP. Our politicians know where to seek refuge and shelter.

Change does not solely come from politicians. It starts with our own way of life. The way we live our life will greatly determine the desired change.

Change can be a dream if we still dream of it without waking up to the reality of life. Why do we expect the politicians to change our way of life? No politician is a god or goddess to change our fate. We must determine our future with unwavering belief and conviction.

Today, Nagaland is going through a stage of ‘political consumerism.’ The common men and women consume the manifestos and philosophies of political parties without proper chewing and digestion.

We consume without sufficient analysis of the content and its result. Some officials have consumed the financial assistance meant for the construction of high court. Few people continue to consume monetary funds and schemes of the towns and villages. We happily consume sufficient money during election and go dry till the next election.

That is why Nagaland is called ‘Dry State.’ Everything is changing except the person.

The campaign for MP Election can be seen under the banner of ‘change.’ If you want change, vote for ABC party, not XYZ. No one can change Nagas unless they decide to change by themselves. No politics or religion can change a person for better if he/she is unwilling.

Few politicians claimed to be the wise by their ignorant speech, ‘the change speech.’ They claim to change Nagaland overnight.

Adding to this, some local dailies carried a headline of political disease statement, “If you are a Christian, vote for ABC and if you are a Hindu, vote for XYZ.” Is XYZ a Hindu? Or is ABC more Christian than XYZ? Are NPF and PDA (NDPP & BJP) competing in holiness of life? Are they proceeding for canonization of their candidates before the MP election? Can we allow politicians to speak and behave abnormally? Can we allow them to divide us for worse? Nagas are kind enough to forgive them often times.

Politicians have the temptation of turning the Gospel truth into ghost-bell truth. They change from time to time so that they do not change accordingly.

Change may come, but it can be “selective change” not “general change.” The phase of change in the State capital does not mean that Nagaland is changing for better. The greatest change Nagas want is to allow the good to prevail against the existing evil of the society.

Rev. Fr. G. L. Khing, Kohima

Pathetic state of biofuels in India

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or the past several winters, Delhi has drawn global attention for its life-threatening smog levels. This is attributed, in part, to the open burning of biomass residues like paddy straw and stubble in the neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.

Ironically, while these residues can contribute to lethal levels of air pollution when burnt, they can in fact reduce air pollution if converted to biomass-based fuels. So, with a no-brainer solution to the capital’s annual problem, what has held back its implementation?

The biofuels story so far in India has been pretty underwhelming, despite commendable efforts initiated by the government over the last decade and a half. The Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme (EBP), launched in 2003, aimed at promoting five per cent blending of molasses-based ethanol with petrol. In 2008, the EBP further pushed the blending target to 10 per cent and allowed production from sugarcane juice as well.

The National Biodiesel Mission, formed by the Planning Commission in 2003, proposed a two-phase strategy for biodiesel production from jatropha seeds to achieve a 10 per cent blending mandate with diesel by 2012.

Despite underachieving these blending targets, in 2009, the National Biofuels Policy set another ambitious target of 20 per cent blending for both ethanol and biodiesel by 2017. Today, we stand at best at a national average of 2.5 per cent ethanol and 0.5 per cent biodiesel blends.

The failure to achieve blending targets can be attributed to myriad reasons. The primary cause is the lack of an efficient and reliable supply chain.

Biomass, which typically refers to plants, crop residues and organic wastes, comes in varying sizes and shapes, making transportation unwieldy and difficult to standardise as a process.

The fact that the quality of biomass varies with the type of crop adds to the difficulty of standardisation. Most crops and their residues are available on a seasonal basis and cannot be stored for long because they will rot. Even though biofuels have the potential to be carbon neutral, this is rarely achieved. Untreated raw biomass has a medium-to-low energy density, so the energy requirement for handling, transportation and processing trumps the energy content in the fuel -- making it a net emitter of carbon dioxide. The need of the hour is a technology that can convert and compress biomass into a lighter, energy-dense solid, with a low moisture content and higher resistance to weather conditions.

Torrefaction, if implemented properly, can be an apt solution. Torrefaction is

the process of slow heating or roasting of biomass in limited oxygen, to degrade the hemicellulose (which is the component of biomass responsible for its fibrous and unwieldy nature). This process releases moisture and some of the more volatile gases, thereby reducing the mass and volume but retaining most of the energy content.

Torrefied biomass is easy to transport and has attributes similar to high quality coal-high energy content, low ash and moisture content and higher resistance to weather conditions. In fact, it has a significant advantage over high quality coal -- it is a clean and a renewable resource.

Torrefied biomass could also be a good option for producing methanol.

The government, advised by NITI Aayog, is interested in exploring the possibility of using methanol as an alternative fuel in India. Globally, the well-established technologies for methanol production use either natural gas or coal as the starting point. Considering that India does not have sufficient indigenous natural gas reserves and that coal is a greenhouse gas nightmare, torrefied biomass could be a promising resource option. It can directly gel with the existing coal-to-methanol technologies.

Torrefied biomass also has the potential to produce compressed natural gas (bio-CNG) and biodiesel much better than raw biomass, because of the improved supply chain and lowered carbon emissions. These fuels use crop residues and wastes as feedstock for torrefaction, thereby relieving us from the food-versus-fuel conundrum.

There is, however, a catch. While torrefaction is a proven technology at a pilot scale, there are no large-scale commercial units yet that deal with all types of biomass residues. This is due to the lack of supporting mechanisms, both financial and infrastructural.

If the government can prioritise the set-up of a torrefaction demonstration plant, it would encourage investors to help carry this technology forward to commercialisation. With a robust biomass supply chain based on decentralised torrefaction units, the subsequent steps in the biofuels production process could easily fall into place.

Creating a well-oiled biomass supply chain machinery will, in turn, create a demand for straw and stubble residues, making it more profitable for farmers to sell rather than burn them.

The proposed strategy is in the interest of farmer welfare, critical to air quality improvement and could present a major success story for biofuels in India.

(IANS) Ramya Natarajan, (ramya.n@cstep.in)

A thin layer between victim and justice?

committee and its training have been spelt out in the instant judgement. i.e. who will be eligible to become a member.

The argument that men are suffering due to this draconian law has neither been substantiated by the National Crime Records Bureau nor by any analysis. Another argument put forward by the proponents of these guidelines is that the conviction rate for domestic violence cases filed under Section 498A is very low. According to the latest ‘Crime in India’ report by the Nation Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) there are 34 categories under which crimes under the IPC have been grouped. Cases filed under Section 498A have the lowest conviction rates.

These have featured in the bottom three for nine years out of ten. All the more, this category features in the top 10 in terms of the number of cases registered. Well, a counter to this could be that though according to the statistics provided by NCRB four cases of rape were reported every hour by women in 2016, the national conviction rate was a mere 25%. This does not discredit the fact that rapes didn’t happen. As a result one is bound to realize that conviction rates are not an appropriate tool to measure the scenario.

Moving to the other side of the fence, there seem to be umpteen reasons why this judgement needs to be reconsidered. Anti dowry law was introduced in the year 1983 to protect women from domestic violence arising out of a patriarchal society. The National Health Family Survey-4 made a stark revelation on

how appalling the plight of women is in our country.

It was recorded that 58% women believed that it is okay for husbands to beat their wives!! In a society where women do not believe in supporting their own cause how can we expect that post dilution of the law it will be able to provide the victims justice? Even the fact that a committee which is being set up to look into upholding of rights of women has been titled as a ‘family welfare’ committee illustrates how unnoticeably patriarchy creeps into situations. This makes us wonder how ‘family’ can be equated to a ‘woman’.

This highlights another aspect of this male dominated society- that family honor is more important, even when it makes women miserable.

But is the introduction of the guidelines diluting the powers vested in the system? To an extent- yes! This is because the setting up of a committee doesn’t create a parallel system for women but rather is throwing them out of the justice system.

As it is it takes immense courage and will power for a woman to stand up against her in-laws and husband, moreover where she knows she might not get any support from her parents. In such a troublesome scenario if she is told that she will have to live for a month with the same people who are threatening her against her life, she would choose not to report. This would further bring down the number of cases reported and increase significantly such cases of torture as the one month window will make the perpetrators alert and cautious to deal with further

consequences.

The system of committee already exists as a precursor to filing of the FIR. According to the exceptions brought out in the Lalita Kumari v Government of UP (restricting registration of direct FIR), crimes against women cells have been set up all across the country where a complaint is first sent before reaching the stage of FIR. This mechanism is present in every state under the police directives. So it is difficult to fathom why the Supreme Court has introduced the setting up of another committee and rather made the process more cumbersome.

Addressing the issue of curtailment in the mediation process and narrowing the possibility of reconciliation may be highly flawed. There are mainly three remedies available to a woman- seeking divorce, filing an FIR or filing a case of domestic violence. Legally mediation is possible even when a criminal case is filed. Many wives decide to settle in due course of the trial or investigation. This could be due to societal pressure, not being financially independent, for the sake of their children etc.

That is something which isn’t under the preview of the law. That is their personal choice. But to say that direct arrests should be completely done away with because many husbands are unwilling to take back their wives because they have been arrested due to complaints filed by the latter may not be acceptable.

This in no means requires that women accept violence as a norm and do not file complaints and report such

a heinous and inhumane behavior with the fear of no future settlement and helplessness.

It is requisite that the law becomes more social than legal. A country where 22 dowry deaths are reported every day it is essential that we bring in legislation to improve the situation rather than deteriorate it. According to NCRB data, in 2015 1/3rd of the crimes perpetuated against women were done by their husbands and inlaws. This is clearly indicative of the fact that this is a bona fide issue. This piece of legislation may cause irreparable damage. Also if the aspect of the liberty of husbands and the in-laws needs to be guaranteed,

then reforms in the investigative process, better training and sensitizing of the police force needs dealt with.

Though, one must admit that the judiciary has been benevolent in not finalizing these guidelines and has been flexible to revisit the judgment again. The National Legal Services Authority of India (NALSA) has been asked to present a report by 31 March 2018 on the working of the proposed system and thereafter a five judge bench of the SC will reconsider the judgment.

We just hope that whatever decision is taken bolsters the condition of women of this country.

Vasundhara Gautam, Rangapahar, Dimapur

Reader’s Post

Sir,

A letter to the BCCI

T-20 Cricket is now thinking to reduce the play to 100 balls per innings. In that case, it will be sixteen overs and four balls per innings, which does not look good.

So I have a humble suggestion regarding this matter.

If every over is reduced to 5 balls per over, then in 20 Overs there will be 100 balls. Thus, the name T-20 can remain as it is. If the game is reduced to 16 overs and 4 balls, what name will you to give to it?

On the other hand if every over is reduced to 5 balls per over, then in One Day Cricket there will be only 250 balls per innings. Thus, 100 balls will be reduced in a match (i.e. 50 balls per innings.) In the past, in One Day Internationals 60 overs i.e. (360 balls) were bowled per innings, which was later reduced to 50 overs. Thus, we can see that there has been innovation (changes) in the game. In Test Cricket 90 overs, i.e. 540 balls are bowled in an innings. Instead of that 100 overs can be bowled in an innings, which would make it 500 bowls in an innings, which is almost the same as 540 balls.

Thus, 5 balls in an over will be beneficial for all the three formats of the game.

Dr. Tako Ao 5th mile, Dimapur

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

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2018

Indo-Bangladesh border to be sealed by Dec: Sonowal

Guwahati, May 24 ( Ag e n c i e s ) : A s s a m Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Thursday said that the India-Bangladesh international border sealing is expected to be completed

by December 2018, TNT reported.

Sonowal was addressing the media in the city on the occasion of the second anniversary of the Bharatiya Janata Party led government in the State.

Sonowal further said that smart fencing on land border and technical barriers are being done along the riverine stretch of the IndoBangla border.

S o n owa l a l s o a n nounced six new bridges over the Brahmaputra River including one connecting Dhubri with Phulbari.

It will be the longest bridge over the Brahmaputra River stretching up to 18 km.

Sonowal also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the initiative taken in this regard.

Sarbananda Sonowal

Speaking about the government policy of zero tolerance against corruption Sonowal said that as many as 74 government officials were arrested including two serving IAS officers and one retired IAS officer.

“Our policy of zero tolerance to corruption over the last two years has restored public faith on the government. Arrest of senior officials including serving IAS officers not only validate our stand but has turned the state machinery into an efficient delivery system,” he said.

“In the APSC scam,

besides the chairman and two members, 19 ACS officers, seven APS officers, 11 allied service officers and four other employees have been arrested so far,” Sonowal added.

He also said that the CID has also registered seven corruption related cases and in the process arrested 15 government officials and public servants.

“This has sent a strong message that this government is not going to tolerate corruption,” the Chief Minister said.

“We have delivered on our promise of good governance through a transparent system. Abolishing illegal check gates, oral interviews in Grade III & IV and introduction of digital payments in government transactions has led to huge increase in revenue collection and expenditure,” he further said.

Sonowal went on to state that during the last two years, this Government has given appointment to about 45,000 youths in both regu-

lar and contractual posts through a ‘transparent process and not a single allegation of corruption has been raised against those appointments’.

Sonowal also thanked the media for keeping a constant watch on the works of the government and helping ‘us fight against corruption’.

Every media report on corruption has been promptly inquired into and action taken accordingly, he also said.

Regarding the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2016, Sonowal said, “We have not played ‘hide and seek’ on the issue of the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill. We have also not kept the people of the State in darkness. We are nothing without the public.

The Government is only for the people.

The people should not lose trust in the Government. We are in the power for the people. This Government is committed to fulfil the hopes and aspirations of the people.”

Mizoram set to modernize state police force: DGP

A i z aw l , M ay 2 4 (Agencies): Mizoram Director General of Police (DGP) Balaji Srivastav disclosed that the State Government is taking up several measures towards modernization of the police force, NE Now reported.

The DGP, who assumed charge in February last, said this while having an interactive session with media persons.

He also said that the State Government is giving priority to modernization and welfare of the policemen.

He further said that the law and order scenario in the State is quite satisfactory. He added that it was possible because the people of the State are literate and law abiding.

The Mizoram said that he wanted to usher in some unique reforms in the police force instead of borrowing ideas from other states. He also called upon the media in working hand in hand with the police force in maintaining law and order in the State.

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Army official seeks Arunachal government help for border ops Itanagar, May 24 (PTI): A top army official Thursday sought the intervention of Arunachal Pradesh government in facilitating coordination between state police officers and military personnel along the interstate border, especially during antiinsurgency operations, an official release said.

During a meeting with Arunachal Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Major General Gajinder Singh, the General-Officer-Commanding (GoC) of 2 Mountain Division, said intelligence sharing and logistics support from the state machinery were necessary to tackle crossborder insurgency.

Singh, who heads the infantry based at Dinjan in Assam’s Tinsukia district, also discussed with the chief minister army presence and its activities along the interstate border, the release said.

He pledged Army’s commitment towards safety and welfare of common people.

The security personnel were more than will-

ing to help the civilians by organising medical camps and pre-recruitment trainings, the GoC said.

The CM, on his part, assured Singh that the state government accorded topmost priority to the security of its citizens and was committed to cooperate with the army in its endeavours.

He appreciated the 2 Mountain Division for conducting the firstever recruitment rally at Jairampur in Changlang district and expressed hope that more such exercises would follow in Tirap and Longding.

Referring to the requests of GoC for camping facilities, firing ranges and land acquisition, the chief minister said these issues would be taken up with the officials at the earliest.

He requested Singh to initiate confidence-building programmes for the local residents.

“We are proud of the Indian Army and always ready to be of any help,” the release said quoting Khandu.

NE to be connected with gas pipeline: Board member

Guwahati, May 24 (IANS): Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) member S. Rath on Thursday said that the plans are afoot to connect the northeastern states with a gas pipeline. “The project will be executed by a consortium of Indian Oil Corporation, Oil India Limited, Numaligarh Refinery Limited and GAIL. We are expecting that the project will e awarded in the next couple of months and become operational by 2023,” he said at the sixth road show for the 9th city gas distribution bidding round here.

Rath said that under the project, 1,500 km pipeline will be laid at a cost of Rs 6,000 crore. He also said that Assam will be connected with Barauni in Bihar by 721-km gas pipeline by 2021. “By Urja Ganga project, Guwahati will be connected to the national gas grid by a pipeline. The Haldia-Paradip-Barauni pipeline will connect Guwahati and is likely to be commissioned by 2021 at a cost of Rs 3,000 crore. The project will be executed by GAIL,” he added.

Mizoram CSO Cong to observe Modi government Tripura CM Deb slams Vijayan for not inks pact with visiting house of custodial death victim Myanmar NGO anniversary as ‘Vishwasghat Divas’ Chengannur/ Kochi, May 24 (PTI): Tripura Chief MinisterBiplab Kumar Deb Thursday alleged that his Kerala counterpart Pinarayi Vijayan did not visit the house of S R Sreejith who died allegedly in police custody last month, as it would have “damaged” CPI-M’s image at the national level.

Addressing an election meeting at nearby Mannar for the May 28 Chengannur assembly bypoll, the BJP leader alleged that Vijayan was a politician who did not care for the people but was only concerned about his party’s image.

Narrating an incident of ‘rape and murder’ of a tribal woman in Tripura during the tenure of the Left government led by Manik Sarkar, Deb said the then Chief Minister Manik

Sarkar also did not visit the woman’s house.

“Vijayan is the real disciple of Manik Sarkar.

Guru of both is same,” Deb said.

“If he (Manik Sarkar) had gone to the house, the incident would have been noticed by the national media and it would have caused damage to the party’s image,” he said.

“The same thing happened here also. I am ashamed of the behaviour,” he said.

“I do not know Malayalam. If I knew I would have made him (Vijayan) sweat,” Deb said.

Attacking the CPI-M, Deb said the party did not believe in democracy and what they practice is “fake democracy.”

Deb wanted the people of Kerala to “throw CPI-M in the Arabian sea.”

“As there is no ocean in Tripura, we put the communists in a deep well,” he said and referred to BJP’s victory in Tripura by ending the 25-year rule of the CPI-M led government.

He said there was no difference between the ruling CPI-M-led LDF and UDF spearheaded by Congress in Kerala.

“Both have an understanding,” he said and this was evident from the presence of leaders of both parties at the swearing-in ceremony of H D Kumaraswamy as Chief Minister of Karnataka yesterday.

Talking to reporters at Kochi, Deb criticised Vijayan for not visiting Sreejith’s family.

“You are the chief minister of a state, not a party. You should visit the family. I request Vijayan-ji to visit the family and meet his kin,” he said.

He said nothing would happen to Vijayan’s chief ministership if he visits the family and consoles them.

An administrator should shed arrogance, Deb said. Describing as brutal the death of Sreejith in police custody, he alleged police was given direction by the ruling party leaders to pick up the youth and torture him.

Deb visited the residence of Sreejith and announced Tripura government’s solatium of Rs five lakh to his family.

The death of the 26year-old allegedly due to custodial torture in Varappuzha police station last month had triggered widespread condemnation by the opposition including the Congress and BJP in Kerala.

AIZAWL , M ay 2 4 (Agencies): Mizoram’s civil society organisation, Young Mizo Association, and Myanmar-based NGO, Upper Chindwin Youth Network, have inked a pact to curb cross-border drug trafficking, TNT reported.

The MoU was signed

by Young Mizo Association president Vanlalruata and Upper Chindwin Youth Network president Kyaw Thet Win. The two organisations signed the memorandum of understanding on Tuesday, thereby agreeing to share information about persons involved in drug trafficking in both the countries, step up action on illegal traders and provide support whenever necessary.

Mizoram shares a 502.19km border with Myanmar.

Agartala, May 24 (IANS): The Congress across the country would observe as “Vishwasghat Divas” the 4th anniversary of the Narendra Modi-led BJP government on Saturday to highlight the failure of pre-poll promises and miss-governance, a party leader said here on Thursday. “The Congress would observe the 4th anniversary of Modi government as ‘Vishwasghat Divas’ (betrayal day) all over the country to highlight the failure of pre-poll promises and miss-governance of BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party) led government,” AICC member and Tripura Congress chief Birajit Sinha told the media.

Accompanied by other party leaders, Sinha, said that Prime Minister the government did not fulfil

any of its pre-poll promises including providing of job to the youths. He said that the party as part of observance of ‘Vishwasghat Divas’ would hold protests, rallies and dharna in every district of the country on Saturday.

“After the BJP government came to power four years ago, people in general living in much distress and the masses specially the minority people are passing their days with a great fear and panic,” Sinha said.

He said that in Tripura, without following legal and democratic process, the BJP government in the state unilaterally bulldozed many party offices of the Congress and its frontal organisations in different parts of Tripura. “Some of the Congress offices are 70 years old and have valid official documents. Even the West Tripura District Magistrate and Collector did not follow the local court orders against the demolitions,” he said.

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The Centre is deliberating on an “immediate solution” to deal with rising fuel prices, Union oil minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Thursday.

“The oil ministry is of the view to bring petroleum products under the purview of the GST in order to bring down the prices of petrol and diesel. We are deliberating on an immediate solution to this problem till that time,” Pradhan told reporters here. “We will certainly find a way out to deal with the situation,” he said.

The Union minister said the central government had in October last year reduced the excise on fuel

by Rs 2 per litre keeping in view the interest of the poor people. This time the Centre is looking at both short and long term solutions, he said. On the reason behind

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M u m ba i , M ay 2 4 (PTI): The rupee Thursday rebounded from near 18-month lows to close with gains of 8 paise at 68.34 against the US dollar as the greenback fell against global currencies after minutes of the Federal Reserve committee revealed a relatively dovish stance over interest rate hikes. the rise of petrol and diesel A rally in domestic prices in India Pradhan said, “The political difference between two oil producing countries Iran and Venezuela has been a major cause behind the rise in the price of fuel in the international Mumbai, May 24 (PTI): Banks’ credit grew by 12.64 market.” per cent year-on-year to Rs 85,51,099 crore in the fortOdisha finance min- night ended May 11, 2018, according to an RBI data. In ister S B Behera criticised the similar fortnight ended May 12, 2017, banks’ advancPradhan and accused him es stood at Rs 75,90,941 crore. In the previous fortnight of “evading responsibility.” ended April 27, 2018, bank credit had increased by 12.61 “The reasons that the union per cent to Rs 85,38,570 crore, from Rs 75,82,391 crore oil minister is giving is not in the period ended April 28, 2017. Banks’ deposits grew justified. He is telling this to by 7.61 per cent to Rs 1,13,92,165 crore in the fortnight suppress the central govern- ended May 11, 2018, compared with Rs 1,05,86,083 ment’s inability to deal with crore in the fortnight ended May 12, 2017, the data by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) showed. the situation”.

Mumbai, May 24 (PTI): Employees and officers of various state-run banks have called for a two-day nationwide strike from May 30 to protest a nominal 2 per cent wage hike offered by the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA).

In the wage negotiation meeting held on May 5, 2018, IBA made a propositions to offer 2 per cent hike in the wage bill cost as on March 31, 2017.

It also maintained

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11th day in succession today as the state-owned oil firms gradually passed on to the consumer the increased cost of international oil that had accumulated since a 19-day freeze was imposed just before Karnataka elections.

The government raised excise duty nine times between November 2014 and January 2016 to shore up finances as global oil prices fell, but then cut the tax just once in October last year by Rs 2 a litre. The Centre levies Rs 19.48 as excise duty on a litre of petrol.

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equities along with some bearish trend in crude prices further bolstered the currency momentum, apparently uplifting the forex mood.

The US dollar was on the back foot in reaction to the Federal Reserves slightly dovish May meeting minutes, which showed some tolerance to higher inflation.

“Rupee bounced from yesterday’s 18 month low as the dollar lost its shine after FOMC minutes reflected a dovish stance”.

“Equity indices’ bounced back from yesterday’s fall also boosted rupee’s demand, but the gains were limited with Brent refusing to retract much from the 80 mark,” Anand James, Chief Market Strategist at Geojit Financial Services said.

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year we did very well. We exceeded the Budget target.

May be this year also we can do that,” Kumar asserted. He further said the centre could consider reducing the additional excise duty on petrol. It should not temper with infrastructure cess which is being directly used for developmental activities, Kumar added.

He also opined that not only petrol but electricity should also be brought under the Goods and Services Tax (GST). Petrol and diesel prices were raised for the

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New Delhi, May 24 (PTI): States have the capacity and must reduce the duty on petrol, while the Centre should create fiscal space to deal with the impact of spurt in oil prices, NITI Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar said Thursday.

The rising crude prices in the international market prompted state-owned oil companies to raise domestic prices for 11th day in a row. Petrol costs Rs 77.47 a litre in Delhi and diesel Rs 68.53 a litre. “There is merit in reducing the duties but both by the states and and the Centre. More so for the states as they tax the oil on ad valorem basis ... So states can take that cut much more and better than the Union government,” Kumar told PTI in an interview.

He further said that it is important for them (states) to agree 10-15 per cent duty cut and take home the same amount of tax revenue as budgeted. “Not doing that means being exceptionally greedy at the cost of not just the people but also the economy,” Kumar added.

The states, he said, on an average tax petrol at 27 per cent. As regards the Centre, the NITI Aayog vice chairman said they have the fiscal space and need to create more to deal with the problem of rising oil prices.

“The centre has fiscal space and it can create more fiscal space on the non-tax revenue side. Because last

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Trump calls off meeting with Kim

Donald Trump

dialogue was building up between you and me, and ultimately, it is only that dialogue that matters.

Someday, I look very much forward to meeting you,” wrote the US President.

Trump, however, kept the door open for future talks with Kim. “If you change your mind having to do with this most important summit, please do not hesitate to call me or write.

The world, and North Korea in particular, has lost a great opportunity for lasting peace and great prosperity and wealth. This missed opportunity is a truly sad moment in history,” Trump said.

He also thanked Kim for the release of the three American hostages who are now home with their families in the US. “That was a beautiful gesture and was very much appreciated,” he said.

The Americans -- Kim Dong Chul, Kim Hak-song and Kim Sang Duk, also known as Tony Kim -- were freed on May 9 by North Korea while Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was on a visit to Pyongyang to finalise the details of the Trump-Kim summit.

The trio had been

jailed for anti-state activities and placed in North Korean labour camps.

In his letter, Trump appreciated the North Korean leader for his efforts towards the meeting.

“We greatly appreciate your time, patience, and effort with respect to our recent negotiations and discussions relative to a summit long sought by both parties, which was scheduled to take place on June 12 in Singapore.

We were informed that the meeting was requested

by North Korea, but that to us is totally irrelevant,” he said.

In April, Trump had stunned the world by accepting an invitation to meet Kim in an unprecedented sit-down.

Trump and Kim had previously traded insults and threats.

The summit would have been the first ever meeting between a sitting US president and North Korean leader.

Trump’s announcement today coincides with North Korea’s move to demolish its underground nuclear test site deep in the mountains of the sparsely populated northeast.

Earlier, North Korea’s vice-minister of Foreign Affairs Choe Son Hui slammed a media interview in which US Vice President Mike Pence warned Kim that it would be a “great mistake” to try and play Trump.

Pence also said North Korea could end up like Libya, whose former leader Muammar Gaddafi was killed by US-backed rebels years after giving up atomic weapons, “if Kim doesn’t

make a deal”.

“I cannot suppress my surprise at such ignorant and stupid remarks gushing out from the mouth of the US vice-president,” Choe said in a statement released by the state-run KCNA news agency.

“We will neither beg the US for dialogue nor take the trouble to persuade them if they do not want to sit together with us,” she said, adding she would recommend Kim cancel the talks if Washington continues to make such threats.

‘No immigration deal unless real wall’

President Donald Trump says he opposes any immigration legislation that doesn’t include “a real wall” along the Mexican border and “very strong border security”.

Moderates House Republicans are pushing a deal that could lead to citizenship for young “Dreamer” immigrants brought to the US illegally.

But Trump tells “Fox & Friends” that unless any bill “improves a wall, and I mean a wall, a real wall, and unless it improves very strong border security, there’ll be no approvals from me”.

Trump’s also taking issue with the immigration court system, saying other countries have “security people” who “stand there and say you can’t come in” rather than judges who decide immigration claims.

“Whoever heard of a system where you put people through trials? ...

We’re going to change the system.”

Dhaka, May 24 (AFP): Shootouts across Bangladesh left nine alleged drug dealers dead Thursday, police said, as authorities stepped up a crackdown that now has claimed at least 52 lives in 10 days and drawn criticism from rights groups.

The campaign comes as Bangladesh struggles to contain a surging drugs trade, particularly in methamphetamine pills known as “yaba”.

H o w e ve r, h u m a n rights groups say many of the deaths are the result of extra-judicial killings.

Two of the nine were killed in gun battles between rival drug dealers in Magura, district police chief Ilias Hossain told AFP. Four people died in southeastern Feni and Comilla and a further three were killed elsewhere, officials said.

In Chittagong yesterday a son and a daughter held a press conference to accuse the elite Rapid Action Battalion police unit of killing their father.

The unit, which authorities say has so far killed 19 drug dealers during the crackdown, has denied the allegations, but the campaign has caused widespread disquiet.

Even the state-run National Human Rights Commission expressed “grave concern” at the anti-drug drive, saying it does not support “any extra-judicial killings”.

Huge numbers of the “yaba” pills have crossed into Bangladesh from neighbouring Myanmar, a major producer.

‘Russian missile shot down Flight MH17’

Flight MH17 was downed over Ukraine with 298 people on board. (File photo)

B U NNI K , M a y 2 4 (Agencies): Detailed analysis of video and photos has unequivocally established that the Buk missile that brought down Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 over eastern Ukraine nearly four years ago came from a Russia-based military unit, an international team of investigators said Thursday.

It is the clearest link yet published by the team of the involvement of Russian military in the deadly missile strike.

Prosecutors said they have presented their findings to Moscow and are seeking answers, but so far have not received a response.

The international team running the criminal investigation appealed for help from witnesses who can testify about the involvement of the Russian military’s 53rd anti-aircraft missile brigade based in the city of Kursk.

Prosecutor Fred Westerbeke said the new conclusion raised new questions: “Such as the question about how actively involved the brigade itself was in bringing down Flight MH17.”

Brexit transition will end in Dec 2020: UK like that,” Varadkar told Ireland’s Newstalk radio station.

The EU and Dublin insist the Brexit treaty must lock in a backstop arrangement in case a future trade pact does not remove the need for border controls.

London signed up for this last month but disagrees with the EU’s means of achieving it.

Varadkar said, “The whole purpose of having the backstop is that that’s a guarantee that is there in perpetuity and just kicking

the can down the road on the basis that maybe we can come up with some sort of legal or technological solutions that don’t exist now, that’s not something we could accept.”

The British government says it will soon propose an alternative backstop idea to the EU, which would see Britain applying the bloc’s external tariffs for a limited period beyond December 2020 if there is any delay on ratification or on introducing new customs arrangements.

by identifying the exact unit allegedly involved and more details of the rocket, and showing a compilation of videos and photos from social media tracing the missile convoy’s journey.

Investigators also displayed parts of the engine casing and exhaust system recovered from Ukraine and showed photos of a unique serial number on the missile.

Team members said that careful analysis of video and photos from social media and analysis of parts of the rocket found at the crash scene traced its journey into Ukraine and had given them a “fingerprint” identifying the rocket and where it came from.

“All findings from this forensic investigation confirm the earlier conclusion of the JIT that Flight MH 17 was shot down by 9M38 series missile,” said Jennifer Hurst of the Australian Federal Police.

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L ON D ON / D U B L IN, May 24 (Agencies): Britain will end its implementation period with the European Union after Brexit in December 2020, a spokeswoman for Prime Minister Theresa May said on Thursday, denying a media report that the government was seeking a new transition until 2023.

The spokeswoman repeated Britain’s stance that the transition period would end in December 2020 after The Times newspaper reported that May would propose another transition covering customs and trade to run from 2021 until 2023 to avoid the need for infrastructure or checks on the Irish border.

Northern Ireland will be Britain’s only land frontier with the European Union after Brexit. Both sides say they are committed to keeping the border with the Irish Republic open, but finding a practical solution has proved elusive so far.

Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar said Dublin could not agree to a timelimited solution. “Well 2023 won’t do. The Irish government won’t be able to agree to a situation where we put off a fundamental decision

Russia has always denied involvement in the downing of the jet.

Westerbeke said the Joint Investigation Team, or JIT, is not yet ready to name suspects, but added: “I can say that we are now entering the ... last phase of the investigation. When we will be ready, it’ is not possible to say at the moment because there is still a lot of work to do.”

The Boeing 777 passenger jet was headed from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, when it was blown out of the sky over eastern Ukraine on July 17, 2014. All 298 passengers and crew were killed.

Prosecutors said in 2016 that the plane was shot down by a Buk missile fired from territory controlled by Russia-backed rebels, using a mobile launcher trucked in from Russia and hastily returned there.

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Washington, May 24 (PTI): In a surprise move, US President Donald Trump Thursday cancelled his proposed summit meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un on June 12 in Singapore and blamed Pyongyang’s “tremendous anger” and “open hostility” for his decision.

Trump’s announcement came hours after North Korea carried out what it said is the demolition of its nuclear test site today.

“I was ver y much looking forward to being there with you. Sadly, based on the tremendous anger and open hostility displayed in your most recent statement, I feel it is inappropriate, at this time, to have this long-planned meeting,” Trump wrote in a letter to Kim which was released to the press.

“Therefore, please let this letter serve to represent that the Singapore summit, for the good of both parties, but to the detriment of the world, will not take place,” Trump said in his letter dated May 24.

“You talk about your nuclear capabilities, but ours are so massive and powerful that I pray to God they will never have to be used,” he said, in an apparent warning to the North Korean leader.

Washington has made it clear it wants to see the “complete, verifiable and irreversible denuclearisation” of the North. But Pyongyang has vowed it will never give up its nuclear deterrence until it feels safe from what it terms US aggression.

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DGNCC Lieutenant General P.P Malhotra with NCC cadets, group commanders and other officials.

DIMAPUR: Lieutenant General P.P Malhotra, Vishisht Seva Medal, Director General NCC (DGNCC) arrived at Kohima on Wednesday, on the second day of his visit to Nagaland.

According to PRO Defence, Lt. General Malhotra interacted with NCC cadets and associated NCC officers from various schools and colleges of Kohima region. In his opening

statement to the cadets he appreciated the excellent performance of NCC in Nagaland and commended the hard work being put in by officers and cadets alike.

He expressed happiness for the opportunity to have an open interaction with the “cheerful and motivated” cadets from the state. He impressed upon the cadets the importance of self discipline and taking pride in their uniforms.

Lt. General Malhotra also visited Kohima War Cemetery and paid homage to martyrs of World War–II. He appreciated the efforts of the Nagaland government in maintaining the world famous war memorial in excellence. Thereafter he visited 1 Nagaland Girls Battalion NCC and 24 (I) NCC Company, Kohima where he was briefed by the commanding officers of each unit about the NCC

enrolment progress and other NCC activities.

In the afternoon, the General Officer visited NCC Group Headquarters at Kohima where he was briefed by the Group Commander, Brigadier SS Dhankhar on various issues particular to NCC functioning in Nagaland. He was also given an update on the latest achievements of the NCC Kohima Group and its units.

CEDoK to felicitate students

Department of Economics and Commerce, Eastern Christian College (ECC) along with the students visited DIMUL Ltd on May 24 as part of its study exposure to acquire knowledge on how small scale industries function. The trip was headed by HOD department of Economics, R. Olemjungla Pongen and HOD department of Commerce, Mukul Roy.

DIMAPUR: Commission for Education, Diocese of Kohima (CEDoK) will be felicitating rank holders and subject toppers of all major subjects of HSLC and HSSLC examination from Catholic schools along with selected teachers for their meritorious service on May 26, 12:30 p.m. at Carmel Higher Secondary School, Chekiye 4th mile Dimapur.

All selected teachers, rank holders and subject toppers from Catholic schools and their parents have been invited to the programme. Temjen Imna Along, minister Higher & Technical Education, Nagaland, Most Rev. Dr. James Thoppil, Bishop of Kohima and Charles Nosazol, addl. development commissioner, Nagaland will grace the occasion and give away the awards.

BJP 17 Chizami mandal meeting DIMAPUR: In view of the coming Lok Sabha byelection, BJP 17th Chizami Mandal held a meeting with the village unit office bearers and senior party workers on May 24, at SakrabaTown Hall.

According to a press release from general secretary Khrope Tsuhah, the persons who spoke at the meeting included Phek district BJP president, Nutsutso Ruho and ex-BJP candidate Kevechutso Doulo.

The release said that after thorough deliberations and discussions, the house resolved to: i) uphold the pre-poll alliance of NDPP & BJP in letter and in spirit; ii) strive and work cohesively for the betterment of the constituency and the party interest; iii) work united for the success of PDA candidate, Tokheho Yepthomi; iv) reaffirm its commitment to give unflinching support to the leadership of Kevechutso Doulo, ex-BJP candidate and state executive member, BJP Nagaland.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2018

news in Brief Solar Street Lights at Subsidized Rates: Nagaland New & Renewable Energy director, Er. Kavito Chishi, through a public notice, has informed all VDB/VC/GBs who would like to purchase Solar Street Lights at subsidized rates to submit applications mentioning the number of lights required, to the Directorate of New & Renewable Energy, Kohima, Nagaland, on any working day on or before June 30.

CBCD Father’s Camp: Chakhesang Baptist Church Diphupar (CBCD) is holding a “Father’s Camp” on May 25-27 at Oasis Youth Centre in Aoyimti Dimapur under the theme “Christ Home”. CBCD Men Department chairman, Kewe Therie has asked all members to attend the camp without fail.

ASTDU 16th general meeting: All Akehta Sangtamlarü Thsingmüjang Dimapur Unit (ASTDU) members are informed that its 16th general meeting will be held on May 26 at the treasurer’s residence (Mr & Mrs Adi Kashiho) at Veterinary Colony, Burma Camp. All members have been asked to attend the meeting without fail.

TWUD to celebrate Women’s Day: Tenyimi Women Union Dimapur (TWUD) will be celebrating Tenyimi Women’s day on May 26,10 a.m at Jotsoma Community Hall, Kuda Village

‘A’ Khel Dimapur. All Tenyimi Tribal Hoho presidents of Dimapur,Tenyimi Union Dimapur ,Tenyimi Youth Organization Dimapur,Tenyimi Students’ Union Dimapur, Senior Leaders and Tenyimi women have been invited to the event.TWUD has also requested all the Tenyimi Churches to pray for the upcoming Women’s Day. For further information one can contact Aba Khing, president at +91 7085615276 or Caroline Pao, general secretary at +91 7085673023.

NPF Minority Wing meeting: NPF Minority Wing has convened an emergency meeting on May 25, NPF Division office at 10 a.m. All office bearers of NPF Minority Wing Central and Minority Wing Dimapur District have been requested to attend the meeting without fail.

DC & DEO Kma informs officials on poll process: Deputy Commissioner and District Election Officer (DC & DEO) Kohima, Rajesh Soundararajan has informed all government officials drafted for election duty that facilitation centre for doubt clearing on poll process and EVM/VVPATs will be open on May 25 and 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the pensioner’s office new building, DC office complex, Kohima.

All concerned have been informed to avail use of the facility.

MGMHSS conducts debate competition

School staff with winners of the debate competition.

DIMAPUR: MGM Higher Secondary School (MGMHSS), Dimapur organized a debate competition for its High School and Higher Secondary School students on May 22.

A press release from MGMHSS Dimapur stated

that the competition was conducted on the following topics: “Google search engine is reliable”, and “development is a hindrance to environment”.

For the Higher Secondary level, Wenlang from class-12 (Science)

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For the High School catagory, Calvin from class 10 and Jis George from

class 10 won the first prizes, Sara Khan from class 8 (B) and Aman Lama from class 10 bagged second prizes and Sanjana from class 10 won the third prizes. Certificates were distributed to winners during the morning assembly of May 23.

AAP: Clarification over impeachment, summon One day spiritual retreat held

DIMAPUR: Reacting to the summon of AAP spokesperson, Dr. Lemwang Chuhwanglim and impeachment of the state Aam Aadmi Party convenor Dr. S Amos Lkr, the latter has claimed that the summon and impeachAdministrators, Christian Higher Secondary School, alumni, parents, ment have been treated as rank holders and subject toppers in HSLC and HSSLC exams during the null and void by the office of the AAP national felicitation programme held at CHSS covenant hall on May 21.

convenor, Delhi.

I n a p r e s s n o t e, Amos Lkr said that the office national through an e-mail said that the party “does not endorse any such process of impeachment of state convenor.”

He said that state AAP executive body, in the light of the email

from the national office, has decided to give another chance to the suspended volunteers.

While advising the members to desist from such activities in future, which would amount to anti party activity, Amos Lkr said the party would be compelled to take disciplinary action.

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Mhathung campaigns for Tokheho

By-poll campaign ends on May 26

The resource person with participants and the organisers of the seminar.

DIMAPUR: IQAC Yemhi Memorial College, Dimapur conducted a one day seminar for College teachers on “ICT & Digitalization in Higher Education” on May 19 at the College conference hall with assistant professor & academic co-coordinator, department of IT Mathematics & Management Studies ICFAI University Nagaland, Rupanka Bhuyan as the

resource person.

A press release from IQAC, Yemhi Memorial College Dimapur coordinator, Toyeto Chishi stated that the resource person stressed on the basic concept, advantages, and cases of digitalization using a power point presentation followed by a Q&A round.

The lecture on ICT (Information and Communication Technology) empha-

sized on the benefits of ICT as an effective tool in classroom teaching as well as its disadvantages.

Bhuyan also gave practical demonstration on how to prepare simple slides for power point presentations. Certificates of participation were given to all the staff who attended the seminar along with the principal.

The programme was

chaired by IQAC Yemhi Memorial College, Dimapur coordinator, Toyeto Chishi, college principal, Makhan Chetia while introducing the resource person also read out a brief profile of his contribution to the IT world while a vote of thanks was proposed

by IQAC team member YMC & assistant professor department of economics, Temsunaro Imchen.

DIMAPUR: MLA and advisor Horticulture, Mhathung Yanthan, held a PDA coordination meeting for 39 Sanis A/C at Sanis town on May 22 for the ensuing Lok Sabha by-elections.

A press release from Chumbemo M Patton stated that Mhathung urged the party workers to put in their all out efforts to ensure a thumping victory for the PDA candidate Tokheho Yepthomi. He also undertook a whirlwind campaign in his constituency namely- Meshangpen, Tsopo, Chudi, Longtsung, Morakjo, Lotsu, Pyangsa, Moilan, Pyotchu, Sanis town, Sanis village and Yonchujo.

Yanthan pleaded with electorates to wholeheartedly support the PDA candidate and ensure a spectacular win from 39 A/C, so that the constituency would see the ushering in of a new era of change and progress.

Mhathung Yanthan will also be covering the remaining villages in the next few days.

DIMAPUR: Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Nagaland has notified all responsible that the campaigning period for the by-election to the Lok Sabha from Nagaland parliamentary constituency, 2018 will come to an end with effect from 4 p.m. on May 26, 2018.

In a press release, CEO Nagaland, Abhijit Sinha, has directed the district

DIMAPUR: Cornerstone Higher Secondary School and College in collaboration with Sinai Ministry held a one day spiritual retreat under the theme “Finding strength” on May 18. Preacher and motivational speakers, Meren Jamir and Judoh Philip were the main resource persons along with the Sinai Wor-

election administration and police administration to ensure that all the political functionaries, who have come from outside the constituency for campaigning and who are not of the constituency, leave the constituency immediately after the campaign period was over.

However, the CEO stated that the restriction

ship team. The students were encouraged to pursue knowledge through their hard work, determination and finding strength in God as well.

T h e t wo s e s s i o n s emphasised on finding strength in talent, keeping spiritual faith alive and the passion to strive and excel.

may not be insisted upon the office bearer of the political party who is in-charge of the state. Such office bearer of the political party should declare his place of stay in the state headquarters and his movement during the period in question should remain confined normally between his party office and place of his stay, CEO stated.

Farmers training at CIH, Medziphema

DIMAPUR: A one day farmers training on “Value addition of horticulture crop for livelihood” was organized by Central Institute of Horticulture (CIH), DAC & FW, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, Medziphema, for the women of Medziphema town on May 22.

A press release from CIH Medziphema stated that the training was organized with the objective to impart technical knowledge on processing and value addition of horticulture crops such as preparation of pickle, ketchup and squash etc. Altogether, 54 participants attended the training programme wherein certificates and training materials were also distributed to all the participants.

LBTA holds 35th session at GCTC Dmu

DIMAPUR: The 35th session of the Lotha Baptist Theological Association (LBTA) was held at Golden Crown Theological College (GCTC) Dimapur, from May 18-20.

A press release from LBTA stated that Yikhum Baptist Church pastor, Zanbemo Kithan, Wokha Town Baptist Church women leader, Mhao Yanthan, Kohima Lotha Baptist Church pastor, Mhonchumo S. Lotha, delivered messages based on the topic, “Do you really love me?” (John 21:16).

Additional commissioner Taxes, Y. Mhathung Murry, director Education, Wonthungo Tungoe, and CEO Kohima Municipal Council, Elizabeth Ngullie exhorted the gathering, while Avoni Odyuo conducted a seminar on music and worship.

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TN death toll 13; Stalin, CM trade accusations

DMK Working President MK Stalin being detained by police personnel for staging a flash over the anti-Sterlite violence at Tuticorin in which at least 11 people have been killed and scores injured, in Chennai, on Thursday. (PTI)

Chennai/Tuticorin, May 24 (PTI): The death toll from police firing at Tuticorin Thursday went up to 13, even as cases were registered against opposition leaders, including DMK’s M K Stalin and actor-politician Kamal Haasan for defying probibitory orders, officials said.

Over 100 people were arrested for protesting police firing on Tuesday and Wednesday in the port city that left 13 dead.

Amid a political slugfest over the incidents of police-public clashes, DMK leader Stalin held a sit-in protest at Fort St George,

the state secretariat, before being physically lifted and removed by security personnel, while Chief Minister K Palaniswami broke his silence and blamed the opposition for “instigating” violence.

Among those killed were three women, a senior police officer told PTI. Cases were filed against Stalin, MDMK chief Vaiko, and Kamal Haasan, who recently founded political outfit Makkal Needhi Maiam, for defying prohibitory orders yesterday while visiting a hospital in Tuticorin where those injured in clashes

were convalescing.

Over 100 people were arrested in Tuticorin for rioting, setting ablaze and damaging public property, and assaulting police personnel. Cases under IPC sections and the Tamil Nadu Public Property (Prevention of Damage and Loss) Act were registered against them. As many as 65 of those arrested were granted bail by a Tuticorin court later in the day.

Sandeep Nanduri and Murali Rambha, meanwhile, assumed charge as the Collector and SP of Tuticorin. N Venkatesh and P Mahendran, collector

and police superintendent respectively were yesterday shunted out of Tuticorin following the violence.

Sporadic incidents of violence were reported from a few places in Tuticorin city where a state-run liqour outlet was ransacked early today. Normal life continued to be affected for the third day today as modes of public transport including buses, and autos did not ply. Most shops were shut.

Police in anti-riot gear patrolled the streets as prohibitory orders banning assembly of more than four people continued to be in force.

The government had yesterday ordered suspension of internet services in Tuticorin and adjoining districts of Tirunelveli and Kanyakumari for five days to prevent spread of rumours through social media and help restore peace.

Violent protests had erupted in the city on Tuesday and Wednesday as locals took to streets demanding closure of a copper factory of the Vedanta group over pollution concerns.

Demanding the resignation of Palaniswami and sacking of state police chief T K Rajendran over large-scale arson and violence in Tuticorin, about 600 km from state capital

Chennai, Stalin staged a sit-in with party MLAs at Fort St George complex.

Even after police removed the agitators from the secretariat premises, they continued the protest at Rajaji Salai, right in front of Fort St George.

Raising slogans like “we want justice” and “shame on the government,” the protesters demanded immediate resignation of the Palaniswami government.

A Palaniswami broke his silence and blamed opposition parties and antisocial elements for the violence that brought the city down to its knees.

Terming the incidents as “unfortunate,” he condoled the deaths and said all past agitations for the closure of the plant were peaceful.

“This time around it (protest) turned violent.

It was due to instigation by some political parties and owing to infiltration by anti-social elements,” Palaniswamy, who is under relentless attack from the Opposition, said.

Recalling steps taken by the AIADMK governments for the closure of the plant, Palaniswami said the “deliberate” violence was meant “to bring disrepute to the government and put it under pressure”.

Contest between secular forces and de facto BJP govt: Apok (From p-3) In his speech, NPF legislature party leader TR Zeliang accused the PDA government of misleading the people of Nagaland by making false claims regarding Central funds and schemes.

The former chief minister claimed that the funds and schemes, which are being highlighted by PDA government, were actually brought by NPF-led DAN government in the last four years. He charged former Lok Sabha member and incumbent chief minister Neiphiu Rio of relinquishing his post and leaving the State’s lone Lok Sabha seat vacant for the last four months when peace talks between Naga political groups and Government of India were at a crucial stage.

Blaming Rio for creating the “vacuum”, Zeliang said the State was preparing for the Lok Sabha byelection at a time when just a few months were left for 2019 Lok Sabha elections at the expense of the State exchequer.

Calling upon the people to differentiate between NPF and NDPP, leader of the opposition said NPF had never changed its symbol (cock) since 1963. He said the difference between the

two parties is that NPF is a “true indigenous regional party”, while NDPP is a “cocktail/adulterated party” with globe as its symbol.

Claiming that NDPP was being dictated by BJP, Zeliang said though BJP and NPF were in alliance in the past, the NPF was never dictated by BJP and that the party never shied away from its policies and programmes and slogan to resolve the Naga political problem..

To buttress his point, he said, following the demand of the Nagas, the NPF-led DAN government had adopted a resolution for “solution before election” in the Assembly, to which Nagaland BJP was a party.

He stressed that NPF made its alliance partner BJP follow the Nagas’ decision for “solution before election”. However, BJP at the central level suspended two of its party members and subsequently formed alliance with NDPP, he explained.

Referring to the violence that followed declaration of elections to urban local bodies (ULBs) in 2017, Zeliang said people of Nagaland should know the person who worked “behind the scene” and caused the “fight between men and women”.

He accused Rio of re-

maining silent and hiding the truth of passing Article 243 T Part IX A in the 11th Assembly on September 22, 2012 under his leadership that subsequently led to widespread protests across the State. He accused Rio of meddling in State politics even while he was an MP. Zeliang, however, assured that NPF’s candidate Apok would not create problems like his predecessor, but would stand for the rights of the people of Nagaland in the Parliament.

Highlighting the need to protect secularism, Zeliang urged all communities to come together and vote for the right candidate and “walk together for secularism”.

In his speech, Rajya Sabha member KG Kenye spoke on the need to protect the secular fabric of the country. He said the day secularism is defeated, the country would disintegrate.

NPF legislator Kuzholuzo (Azo) Neinu, who too spoke on the occasion, alleged that the country was in a “disturbing era” and that secularism was vanishing into thin air and being replaced by communalism.

Asserting that the democracy was at stake, Azo alleged that democracy was being murdered in broad daylight and that, if this con-

tinues, the country would disintegrate.

Reacting to governor PB Acharya’s statement that Nagas could expect solution within six months, Azo said three months have already passed without any solution in sight and wondered whether Nagas can expect solution in next three months.

Meanwhile, in a press note NPF press bureau quoted Azo as saying “In case, the national political parties and the BJP Govt at the centre failed to honor the constitutional values of secularism and democracy, we may as well separate ways and demand for sovereignty which is our birthright.”

While welcoming the peace process and solution, Azo said “we must not forget that our demand for sovereignty is still deeply imbibed in us”.

In his speech, AAP Nagaland working president Akavi N Zhimomi also extended his party’s support to NPF candidate and assured to work together with “secular forces”.

While the rally was led by former MLA Khekaho Assumi, the programme was chaired by NPF Dimapur division president Er Rhonthungo M Ovung.

Invocation was done

by Dimapur Sumi Bap-

tist Church pastor Tohovi Chophi and welcome address given by NPF MLA Moatoshi Longkumer. A special song was sung by Vinika Yeptho and vote of thanks was given by Pusazo Luruo.

Electing PDA candidate has clear advantage: Rio

(From p-3) In his speech, PDA c a n d i d a t e To k h e h o Yepthomi stated that decades old Naga issue cannot be resolved by the party in opposition. If elected, Tokheho said he will represent the people and pursue for Naga solution with its ally at the Centre.

E a r l i e r, t h e p r o gramme was chaired by KT Sukhalu, adviser of school education department. Short speeches were also dilevered by agriculture & cooperation minister G Kaito, rural development department adviser Dr Neikiesalie Nicky Kire and State BJP president Visasolie Lhoungu. This was stated in a press release issued by NDPP’s media & communication committee.

11 Naga society blinded by materialism: Dr. Jamir (From p-3) keenly observing the state of affairs, Nagaland can progress only while keeping alive the legacy of the forefathers to be honest, upright, brave and hardworking. Dr. Jamir advised the teachers to play a constructive role for ensuring a better tomorrow and ensure that Nagaland matches up with rest of the country.

He reminded the students that they are entering the exciting world with challenges and boundless possibilities and asked them to set their goal with determination. He also asked them to work for Naga unity, peace

(From p-3) With regard to the land encroachment issue, ANCSU said the government has called a review meeting on June 27, 2018 to study the report and progress made by the district administration as proper survey and identification of illegal land encroachers was to be made through legal proceedings.

Further, the state government agreed to constitute a committee and bring out the modalities in setting up a nodal cell/ department for all scholarship schemes.

The government also vowed to immediately stop the policy of attaching teachers with VIPs. ANCSU said the state government further agreed to take strict action against those teachers who have been detached but still not in the posted

security scheme should be expedited in consultation with stakeholders like the Navy, Coast Guard, state governments, etc.

He complimented proactive role being played

by Central Armed Forces and Navy and Coast Guard and directed that vigil may be maintained on all borders including coastal areas while protecting all legitimate and humane considerations of local population.

Identifying that land acquisition remained an issue, he called for expediting the same especially along the country’s eastern borders.

Expressing satisfaction over the working of six newly established Integrated Check Posts, Singh called for construction of 13 more ICPs along IndoNepal, Indo-Bangladesh and Indo-Bhutan borders.

These Integrated Check Posts will facilitate cross border trade and movement of people.

institutions as per October 31, 2017 Office Order.

Out of the 523 teachers who have been detached, 25 parties (single/group) have filed case against the state government in the Gauhati High Court bench, ANCSU stated.

The union, while calling off the proposed agitation, however, asserted that it would “strictly monitor” and remain vigilant on the progress made by the government.

The meeting called by the state chief secretary was attended by advisor to chief minister, home commissioner, Nagaland commissioner, principal secretary school education, deputy commissioner Kohima, director higher education, director school education and other concerned department officials.

Minorities secure, their rights safe in India: Centre

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS): The central government on Thursday said that the rights of minorities are more safe and secure in India compared with the rest of the world, and that “secularism, social and communal harmony and tolerance” are in the country’s DNA. The remarks came days after a letter from the Archbishop of Delhi talked about the “turbulent political atmosphere” in the country.

Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi met a delegation of Diocese of Delhi-Church of North India and assured it that the government was working with commitment towards equitable development of all citizens without any discrimination. He said that the constitutional, social, cultural and religious rights of minorities were more safe and secure in India compared with elsewhere in the world. “Social and communal harmony is our culture and tolerance is our commitment... all of us have to work together to protect and strengthen this culture and commitment,” a statement quoting Naqvi said.

The Minister added that the Narendra Modi government was moving towards “inclusive growth to ensure that not

a single Indian is deprived of the light of development”.

“The government is committed to protect all constitutional institutions, democratic values and religious rights of all sections,” he said. The Archbishop of Delhi, Anil Joseph Couto, in his May 8 letter had asked the priests and churches in Delhi to hold a year-long prayer campaign for the country to protect its democratic principles and secular fabric ahead of the 2019 general elections “when we will have new government”.

Making a veiled attack on the Archbishop, the Minister said that India “needed to be cautious against forces which want to disturb the atmosphere of trust and development due to their prejudiced mindset and vested interests”.

He had on Tuesday asked the Archbishop to “shed his prejudiced mindset against the Modi government”. Naqvi claimed that the work done for the socioeconomic and educational empowerment of minorities in the last 48 months had not been done even in 48 years.

CRPF trooper killed in Chhattisgarh Raipur, May 24 (IANS): A CRPF trooper was killed and another injured when Maoists triggered a powerful blast when they targeted security personnel in a forested part of Chhattisgarh’s Sukma district, officials said.

SI Rajesh Kumar Bind was killed when the IED exploded around 7.45 a.m. between Pushwada and Tamilwada when the 206 Cobra Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force was on a routine operation. Constable Manik Pinri was injured, CRPF Deputy Inspector General M. Dinakaran told IANS. “The mortal remains of Rajesh Kumar were taken to the Ambedkar Hopital in Raipur for post-mortem while Pinri was admitted to Balaji Hospital,” he said.

The CRPF’s 74 Battalion later recovered an IED from the site. In a similar IED blast on March 13 also in Sukma, nine CRPF personnel were killed and nearly 10 seriously injured when Maoists blew up a vehicle carrying troopers of the 212 Battalion of the CRPF.

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Singh also reviewed implementation of pilot projects on Comprehensive Integrated Border Management Systems (CIBMS) on non-­physical barriers.

He also stressed on utilising space technology for strengthening border guarding and policing.

The home minister stressed that coastal security is of utmost importance and appreciated action taken by the state governments and Union Territories for operationalisation of 194 coastal police stations duly equipped with boats and other equipments.

He underlined the need for better cooperation among various agencies engaged in maintaining coastal security.

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Earlier, Jamir released the university’s annual magazine. After the formal session, there was an interactive session with the chief guest.

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New Delhi, May 24 (PTI): Home Minister Rajnath Singh Thursday ordered stepped up vigil along the international borders, amidst heightened tensions with Pakistan on the western frontier.

A home ministry spokesperson said the directive has been given at a high-level meeting which took stock of the progress of construction of border fencing, roads and outposts along India’s borders with neighbouring countries.

The home minister has directed all officials concerned to maintain constant vigil and security on the borders, the spokesperson said.

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NiV kills one more; public meetings banned India seeks Australia’s help to combat Nipah virus

Relatives and hospital officals wear safety masks as they perform the last rites of V Moosa (61), a ‘Nipah’ virus victim, at Kannam Parambu graveyard, in Kozhikode, on Thursday. (PTI )

Kozhikode (Kerala), May 24 (IANS): With the death of one more patient who tested positive for Nipah virus (NiV) on Thursday morning, the disease has claimed 12 lives in Kerala, officials said.

The death of Moosa was confirmed at a private hospital where he was being treated. Early this month, two of his sons and a relative also passed away. They were the first cases of NiP that were reported last week.

Meanwhile, though the incidence of patients coming for treatment with symptoms of NiP is on the decline, Kozhikode Collector U.V. Jose has banned till May 31 all public meetings and even training courses

including tuitions to avoid assembly of people.

The health department said on Thursday that a total of 160 samples were sent for testing to Pune. Of the 22 results that had come, 14 had tested positive.

Meanwhile the authorities have come out with a protocol to be carried out when the last rites of victims of NiP are carried out.

While cremation is favoured as the best method to stop the further spread of infection, in case families opt for burial, the body will have to be covered in a polythene bag and then put into a very deep pit.

The Kozhikode Medical College has 136 patients while nearby Malappuram

Rotten fish seized in Kolkata

Govt launches integrated school education scheme

Ko l k ata , M ay 2 4 (IANS): After the exposure of a racket in the sale of carcass meat collected from dumpyards, the civic authorities on Thursday seized around 70 kg of rotten fish during a surprise check on the city’s southern outskirts.

A shop was sealed by the Budge Budge Municipality officials on charge of storing rotten fish in refrigerators for a long duration.

“We found two big freezers storing almost 70 kg fish and 4-5 kg meat,” said a municipal official who was part of the raiding team.

“Everything was stale, though frozen with lots of ice. While inspecting, we could see insects crawling in the meat. I am sure the fish was stored for a long time,” she added.

“We conduct suprise checks in area markets from time to time. The carcass meat racket also came to light in our locality first during the surprise check. After that, we had been continuing with our inspections, during which we got a tipoff about fish being stored in two big refrigeratos in the area,” said the official.

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS): The Union Ministry of Human Resource Development (HRD) on Thursday launched an integrated scheme for school education from pre-school till Class 12 and promised to increase the budget for the entire school education next year by 20 per cent.

The new scheme, called “Samagra Shiksha”, is integration of three components into which school education was divided earlier. Thus, the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) and Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA) -- which took care of the school education at primary and secondary levels -- and Teacher Training will now be coalesced into one whole.

“We can’t see education in parts.... People choose to send their kids to private schools because there aren’t pre-schools in government schools... It has been almost 25 years since SSA was started. It worked fine but we thought change was necessary with

district has 24 who are under observation. A large number of medical professionals and health experts deputed by the Centre, the state government and the private sector are working in Kozhikode and Malappuram by meeting those who are under observation besides carrying out awareness programmes, an official said.

The authorities in Kozhikode on Thursday decided to take action against two staff members at the state-owned crematorium here for not cooperating with the conduct of the last rites. Transmission of NiV takes place through direct contact with infected bats, pigs or other NiV-infected persons.

time.

This is a way to see education holistically,” HRD Minister Prakash Javadekar told the media while inaugurating the scheme. “ T h e b u d ge t ( f o r school) has been enhanced from Rs 28,000 crore in 2017-18 to Rs 34,000 crore in 2018-19 and further it will be Rs 41,000 crore in 2019-20. This is our commitment,” he said.

The M inister an nounced that 11,50,000 schools under the scheme wo u l d r e c e ive s p o r t s grants.

The amount of grant will be Rs 5,000 for primary, Rs 10,000 for upper primary and up to Rs 25,000 for SSC and HSC schools.

Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya scheme -- under which girls from disadvantaged sections are provided education with hostel facility -- would also be extended from class 6-8 to class 6-12 under Samagra Shiksha, the Minister said.

Glad that Netherlands has become member of ISA: Modi

In the wake of Nipah virus cases in Kerala, the Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) has written to the Queensland government in Australia asking it to provide an antibody developed there to test if it can “neutralise” the virus in humans.

The antibody has not been tested on humans so far.

“We have asked them to give their monoclonal antibody for conducting a test in India to find out if it can neutralise the Nipah virus in humans.

“In Australia, it has only been tried in vitro (happening outside the body in artificial conditions, often in a test tube) and has been found to be effective. But it has not been tested on humans,” said ICMR Director General, Dr Balram Bhargava, while clarifying that it will not lead to creation of vaccine.

ICMR is the apex body in India for the formulation, coordination and promotion of biomedical research.

“We are preparing a dossier on what will be methodology and what would be the regulatory

process so that we can fast track the process,” he said.

According to Dr Bhargava, Australia is ready to share as it will help generate data on the efficacy of the antibody.

“It is not yet sure how much it will be effective,” he said, adding the infection caused by Nipah virus has a high mortality rate (50-70 pc).

According to National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme, the drug ribavirin has been shown to be effective against the viruses in vitro, but human investigations to date have been inconclusive and the clinical usefulness of the drug remains uncertain.

The death toll due to outbreak of Nipah virus rose to 12 in the southern state of Kerala, with one more person succumbing to the deadly virus in Kozhikode this morning, said a Health ministry official.

Meanwhile, there are reports of dead bats being found on the premises of a government school in Himachal Pradesh, samples of which have been sent for testing to NIV, Pune, to ascertain the reason behind their deaths.

FC forms panel on health sector

NDMC workers protest, garbage lies on the streets

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS): The 15th Finance Commission on Thursday constituted a high level group headed by AIIMS Director Randeep Guleria to explore and give recommendations for a balanced expansion of the health sector. The panel will evaluate the existing regulatory framework in the health sector and examine its strengths and weaknesses for enabling a balanced yet faster expansion of the health sector keeping in view India’s demographic profile, an official statement said.

It will also suggest ways and means to optimize the use of existing financial resources and to incentivise the state governments’ efforts towards fulfillment of welldefined health parameters in the country. The group will consist of eminent experts including Bengaluru’s Narayana Health City Chairman Devi Shetty, Maharashtra University of Health Science Vice Chancellor Deelip Govind Mhaisekar and President of Public Health Foundation of India K. Srinath Reddy, among others.

New Delhi, May 24 (PTI): Contractual sanitation workers of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), on a protest demanding regularisation of jobs and better wages, dumped garbage outside prominent buildings such as Shastri Bhavan and Rail Bhavan in Lutyens’ Delhi today.

“We have dumped the garbage so that attention is paid to our demands,” a protesting sanitation worker said.

Shastri Bhavan houses the offices of various ministries such as HRD Ministry and Women and Child Development Ministry.

The protesting workers also dumped garbage outside NDMC’s Convention Centre.

Devendra, another protesting sanitation worker, said, “I have been working with NDMC for 15 years now. My job has neither been regularised nor my wages have been increased.”

Garbage dumps affected traffic in some areas.

“Poor workers spill-

New Delhi, May 24 (Agencies): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed his happiness over The Netherlands joining the International Solar Alliance (ISA), DNA reported.

The two nations also discussed science and technology, and health cooperation, Cooperation in the fields of Water, Agriculture and Urban Development, Security cooperation, Economy, Trade & Investment, and Connectivity, Climate Change The two nations also discussed science and technology, and health cooperation, Cooperation in the fields of Water, Agriculture and Urban Development, Security cooperation, Economy, Trade & Investment, and Connectivity, Climate Change As per official website of The International Solar Alliance, it is to provide a dedicated platform for cooperation among solar resource rich countries where the global community, including bilateral and multilateral organizations, corporate, industry, and other stakeholders, can make a positive contribution to assist and help achieve the

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shakes hands with Netherlands Prime Minister Mark Rutte, at Hyderabad House, in New Delhi, on Thursday. (PTI)

common goals of increasing the use of solar energy in meeting energy needs of prospective ISA member countries in a safe, convenient, affordable, equitable and sustainable manner.

Prime Minister Modi said this decision by The Netherlands to join the ISA will add a new chapter to Indo-Netherlands bilateral relations. “India and Netherlands have shared close relations in the United Nations Security Council and also with respect to multilateral exports. The ISA will add a new chapter” Prime Minister Modi added.

He further informed that both India and Netherlands have conducted three

NDMC workers stage a demonstration to press for their various demands, by piling garbage outside the NDMC building, in New Delhi, on Thursday. (PTI)

ing the garbage on road in ram metro towards Gole NDMC area, traffic getting Market. Entire stretch with choked. Just near RK Ash- stench. Why poor need

bilateral summits starting from 2015, when Prime Minister Rutt visited India for the first time followed by Prime Minister Modi’s visit to The Netherlands in 2017, and now in 2018.

Prime Minister Modi said “We reviewed the progress in our bilateral relations, shared our view on both regional and global developments and further met the top CEO?s of both countries.”

The Netherlands has advanced technology for energy production and “has gained immense experience in the field of energy and the entire world must be benefited by them”, he added.

to agitate under a Rich NDMC?” a Twitter user posted.

NDMC areas are home to the high and mighty of the city, housing bungalows of Union ministers and parliamentarians, many top industrialists, among others. Parliament House, buildings of all the ministries, Supreme Court, High Court and residences of Supreme Court judges, senior bureaucrats and senior military officers are in NDMC areas.

N D M C o f f i c i a l s, when contacted, refused to comment on the matter.

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FRIENDSHIP HIGH SCHOOL : CHUCHUYIMLANG FELICITATION The Friendship High School Chuchuyimlang, Management Board extends its heartiest greetings to all the students of HSLC 2018.

Your hard work and deligence has brought laurels to the school. The cent percent success is indeed a source of inspiration to all.

We would like to congratulate the Headmaster, Teachers for being the driving force for producing excellent result.

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NEW FOUNDATION SCHOOL PUGHOBOTO

The NFS family Pughoboto accords highest ACCOLADES to the 4 HSLC Batch for bringing laurels to the School.

May the wings of this success carry you onward to greater heights in all your future endeavours. th

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE HSLC 2017-18 BATCH

SPECIAL ACCLAMATION GOES TO

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With immense joy and pride, the Natsümi Students’ Union extend our heartiest congratulations to all the successful candidates in the recently declared HSLC and HSSLC result 2018.

The Union wishes and prays that Almighty God will continue to bless them throughout their career.

T.E KIHO HOKUTO SWU Vice President President OFFICE OF THE KOHIMA MOKOKCHUNG SENSO TELONGJEM KOHIMA : NAGALAND

Inno Viwoto Sheqi S/o Zhekuto Sheqi Mishilimi Village Overall Distinction Percentage -85% S.S -98, E.E -94, SCIENCE -86, ENGLISH -82

Inno Samonovi Kinimi S/o Late Kheghoto Kinimi Shesulimi Village E.E-84

Illi Agustoli Sheqi D/o Qhevito Sheqi Mishilimi Village S.S-81

Chubasenla (90.5%), Eng (93), Maths (99), Sci (94), SS (95), EE (84)

Pangerkokba (81%) Ashutosh (78.83%) Eng., Maths, SS. Maths, Hindi

Temsusangla Eng., Alt.Eng.

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EMPLOYEES UNION GAILI PEREN : NAGALAND

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With immense pride and honour, we the employees Union Gaili Village would like to extend our profound appreciation and heartiest congratulations to Dr. Tsileu Haikube, S/o Lt. Tsangbui on being promoted to the post of Deputy Director, Dept. of Vety. and AH, Govt. of Nagaland.

The Union prays to our Almighty to bless him with wisdom and good health for success to come in his career.

We wish him the very best in his future endeavour.

Chiheiding Er. Kehuzinbe Hau President General Secy. Union Employees Union Gaili Employees Union Gaili

Mughato (66%)

Imjungmeren (62%) Bothukali (61.5%)

Imtiangshi (61%)

Ghukato (60%)

Felicitation We the Kewhimiapfü Mechü Krotho extend our heartiest congratulations to our students of Kohima Village who secured top position and all the successful candidates in HSLC & HSSLC Examination 2018.

HSSLC: 1. Ms. Virienuo Emilia Solo, D/o Dr. Avilie Solo on securing Top 1st position 91.60% ( Science Stream) From Kohima Science College, Kohima.

2. Ms. Mhasilenuo Mechülho, D/o Mr. Khriesakuolie Mechülho on securing Top 4th position 90.60% (Arts stream) From Mezhür Higher Secondary School, Kohima.

HSLC: 1. Ms. Vivotsonuo Sorhie, D/o Late Vizolie Sorhie on securing Top 1st position 98.33% From Mezhür Higher Secondary School, Kohima.

2. Ms. Neingusanuo Kire, D/o Mr. Ruokuolhoulie Kire on securing Top 8th position 96.17% From Northfield Higher Secondary School, Kohima.

The Union prays to Almighty God to bless them with wisdom and good health and wishes them very best and success in their future endeavours.

(Neipfenuo Suokhrie) President, KMK

(Neisakuonuo Solo) General Secretary, KMK

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We the Mokokchung SensoTelongjem would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to: 1. Miss. Akumienla Pongentsur, D/o Mr. Chubameren Pongen for securing top 8th position in HSSLC (Arts) Board Examination 2018.

2. Smti. Moayangla Longkumer, W/o Mr. I. Pangermayang on being promoted to Deputy Secretary, Nagaland Civil Secretariat.

The Union would also like to congratulate all the students of our village who have successfully passed their HSLC & HSSLC result declared by NBSE 2018.

Further we wish and pray that the Almighty God bless you abundantly in your future endeavor.

Sd/Sd/Limawapang Longkumer Kilangchuba Kichutzar President Gen. Secretary

Lunshila (59.6%)

Trongdi (58.8%)

Sentimenla (58.6%)

Mangyangjenba (57.5%)

Temjentoshi (57%)

Vika (55%)

Salangsungba (52.8%)

Rudongkokba (52.6%)

Bendangrenba (52.5%)

Inito (52.2%)

“May our Heavenly Father guide and bless you in all your future endeavours as you embark towards new routes exploring the realms of knowledge.”

Class XI (Arts): Limited intake! Forms are issued in the school office from 9:00am. to 2:00 pm. Regular classes from 4th June 2018. Subjects: English, Alt.Eng., Political Sci., History, Sociology, Economics, Education. Special courses: General Studies, Mock Tests, Spoken English, Ethical & Moral Values.

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North Korea demolishes nuclear test site

Seoul, May 24 (IANS): North Korea on Thursday carried out what it said is the demolition of its nuclear test site in the presence of foreign journalists.

The Punggye-ri site in Kilju, North Hamgyong province, was regarded as one of the most important facilities in North Korea’s nuclear weapons programme, along with the Yongbyon complex.

All six of the North’s nuclear tests were carried out there, including the latest and most powerful detonation in September, Yonhap news agency reported.

Surrounded by more than 1,000-metre-high mountains and built into underground granite rocks, experts say that Punggye-ri had the optimal geographic conditions to withstand detonation shocks and reduce the risk of radioactive leaks.

It had four underground tunnels, which were said to have been constructed in order to prevent hazardous gas or debris from rupturing out. Multiple partition walls and locking doors were also installed to minimize risks.

It is said that the North’s first nuclear test in 2006 was conducted at the eastern tunnel. It was closed due to radioactive

nuclear technology and does not need to conduct tests anymore.

In an apparent bid to demonstrate the demolition to the world, the North invited a group of journalists from South Korea, the US, China, Russia and Britain to the event.

Experts should have witnessed closure: UN chief

This satellite image from Wednesday shows the Punggye-ri test site in North Korea, which has now reportedly been demolished.

contamination.

The second test in 2009 and the third one in 2013 were carried out in the western tunnel. The latest three tests are said to have taken place in the northern tunnels.

The site and its surrounding areas were believed to be significantly contaminated by radioactive materials. Residents living nearby were evacuated as part of precautionary measures when the North

conducted a nuclear test.

Since the first nuclear test, the South Korean government and media named the site after Punggye-ri, the northeastern town where it was located.

The North started to call it the “northern underground nuclear site” when announcing its third test.

“The Punggye-ri test site was what the North had used to advance its nuclear capabilities,” said Chang Cheol-un, a researcher at

13 transgenders to contest Pak elections Islamabad, May 24 (IANS): At least 13 transgenders will contest the Pakistan general elections this year. Two of them will contest for the National Assembly and the rest for the provincial assemblies.

This was officially announced on Wednesday at a national consultation organised by All Pakistan Transgender Election Network (APTEN) in collaboration with the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), The Express Tribune reported on Thursday.

The national consultation was attended by all the potential candidates and representatives from their assigned constituencies where they highlighted their demands and importance of political inclusion and empowerment of transgender persons in Pakistan.

While sharing names of some of the potential candidates, APTEN said

it includes Farzana Riaz (NA-33), Arzu Khan (PK33), Lubna (PP-26), Komal (PP-38), Madam Bhutto (PP-189), Nayab (NA-142), Nadeem Kasish (Candidate for National Assembly), Ashee (Candidate from Punjab) and others.

The objective of this consultation was to bring all the candidates and other stakeholders at discussion table where they could share their concerns and way forward.

The major concern of the candidates was regarding their identity documents such as CNIC among others.

Some of them have CNIC in which they are mentioned as male in gender section but by appearance, they look like women.

Talking to The Express Tribune, Qamar Naseem, member of the Chief Minister’s Special Community on Rights of the Transgender Persons (K-P) and member

of the National Task Force said the ECP Act 2017 under Article 48 A and B transgender community are included in the vulnerable community which means that they shall not be required to stand in queue and will be given priority of right to vote.

Naseem further said that last time four transgenders contested the general election but they could not do it in proper order.

However, this year the community has constituted APTEN which will provide them a platform from where they will contest the election in an organised manner.

Meanwhile speaking at the occasion Additional Director General (Gender Affairs) Nighat Siddique said, “In the upcoming electoral process ECP will ensure a friendly and inclusive system for the transgender community not only as voters but also as candidates.”

Coalition strike kills 12 pro-regime forces in Syria BEIRUT, May 24 (Agencies): An air strike on Syrian army positions in eastern Syria overnight killed at least 12 pro-regime fighters, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said Thursday.

The Britain-based monitoring group said the strike was carried out by the US-led coalition in an

area south of Albu Kamal which has repeatedly been attacked by the Islamic State jihadist group.

“At least three vehicles were destroyed by the strike,” said Observatory chief Rami Abdel Rahman.

He said that the 12 pro-regime fighters killed in the incident were not

Syrians but he could not provide more details on their identity.

Syrian state media reported the strike earlier but said it only caused material damage.

The US-led coalition which is also battling IS in the remote area in eastern Syria has not yet commented on the reports.

the Institute for Far Eastern Studies in Kyungnam University.

“It should be regarded as a symbolic step of finally submerging the North’s nuclear test site.”

But sceptics claimed the demolition had little substantial effect on the North’s nuclear programme as Punggye-ri may had already been rendered useless due to repeated blast tests.

Some say that the North has completed its

Four dead in Baghdad cafe bombing BAG H DA D, M ay 2 4 (Agencies): At least four people were killed and several others wounded when a suicide bomber struck a cafe in Baghdad where people had gathered after breaking their daily Ramadan fast, police said Thursday.

“A suicide bomber blew up his explosive belt while he was surrounded by police near a public garden in Al-Shoala district,” a mainly Shiite northern neighbourhood of the capital, a security forces statement said.

A police source told AFP four people had been killed and 16 others wounded in the overnight bombing, including members of the security services.

Images from the scene circulated on social media showed police vehicles with their bodywork damaged and windows blown out.

Cafes in Iraq are particularly busy at night during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, with families and friends gathering to relax and eat before the fast re-starts at dawn.

Iraq in December claimed victory over the ISIS after a gruelling campaign to retake swathes of territory captured by the Sunni terrorists, but ISIS still carries out sporadic bombings.

China says finds no clues to explain US sonic incident

B E I J I N G , M ay 2 4 (Agencies): China has found no clues to explain what happened to an American citizen working at a US consulate who reported suffering from “abnormal” sounds and pressure leading to a mild brain injury, a foreign ministry spokesman said on Thursday.

The US embassy, which issued a health alert on Wednesday to Americans living in China, said it could not link the case to health problems suffered by US government staff in Cuba dating back to late 2016.

Fo r e i g n M i n i s t r y spokesman Lu Kang said China has always safeguarded the security of foreign organisations and personnel of foreign countries, including the United States, according to the Vienna convention. “China has already conducted an earnest investigation and we have K Y M C

Lu Kang also given initial feedback to the US side,” Lu told a daily news briefing in Beijing.

“Currently, we have not found any reasons or clues leading to the situation described by the United States,” he said.

In Washington on Wednesday, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the United States was concerned about the “serious medical incident” and raised it with China’s visiting State Councillor Wang Yi. The unnamed US citizen assigned to the consul-

ate in the southern city of Guangzhou had reported various “physical symptoms” dating from late 2017 to April this year, the US embassy in Beijing said in an email.

The worker was sent to the United States for further evaluation. “The clinical findings of this evaluation matched mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI),” the embassy said.

The State Department will send a medical team to Guangzhou early next week to conduct baseline medical evaluations of all consulate employees who request it, State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert said. China’s nationalistic state-run Global Times tabloid said in a commentary late on Wednesday that it was “very inappropriate” that the United States issued a public health alert despite only having a “vague under-

standing” of the situation.

It said it was “inconceivable” that China would carry out targeted attacks on the health of foreign diplomats. “We firmly believe that there is not much possibility of any ‘background’ to the American consulate official’s ‘brain injury’,” it said.

The US government in October expelled 15 Cuban diplomats from the United States for what it said was Cuba’s failure to protect staff at the US embassy in Havana from mysterious health incidents at one point thought to possibly have been acoustic “attacks”.

Staff there reported symptoms including hearing loss, dizziness, fatigue and cognitive issues, though Cuban officials dismissed the idea of acoustic strikes as “science fiction” and accused Washington of slander.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres today welcomed the reported closure of North Korea’s nuclear test site but said international experts should have been there to witness the dismantling.

“It is regrettable that international experts were not invited to witness the site closing,” Guterres said in a statement.

Foreign journalists invited at the Pungyye-ri test facility in North Hamgyong province described a series of explosions throughout the day, three of them in entry tunnels to the underground facility, followed by blasts that demolished a nearby barracks and other structures.

Guterres expressed hope that “this confidencebuilding measure will contribute to ongoing efforts towards sustainable peace and verifiable denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula.”

Pentagon kicks out China from major US military exercise Washington, May 24 (PTI): Alleging that Beijing is engaged in “destabilising behaviour” in the South China Sea, the Pentagon Thursday kicked out China from its annual maritime military exercise.

Asser ting that the US is committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, the Pentagon said China’s continued militarisation of disputed features in the South China Sea only serve to raise tensions and “destabilise” the region.

“As an initial response to China’s continued militarisation of the South China Sea, we have disinvited the PLA Navy from the 2018 Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise. China’s behaviour is inconsistent with the principles and purposes of the RIMPAC exercise,” Lt Col Christopher B Logan said. The Department of Defense, he said, has strong evidence that China has deployed antiship missiles, surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems and electronic jammers to contested features in the Spratly Islands region of the South China Sea. Logan said China’s landing of bomber aircraft at Woody Island has also raised tensions.

13 China extends currency swap deal with Pakistan

Beijing, May 24 (PTI): China Thursday extended currency swap agreement with Pakistan amid reports that Beijing has given a USD one billion loan to Islamabad to avert a foreign currency crisis.

The People’s Bank of China, the country’s central bank, said today it had extended a currency swap agreement with the State Bank of Pakistan.

The swap is sized at 20 billion yuan (USD 3.1 billion) or 351 billion Pakistani rupees, according to a statement from the bank.

The two parties believe the extension will facilitate bilateral trade and investment to help economic development in the two countries.

Valid for three years, the agreement can be extended upon mutual consent. A currency swap deal allows two institutions to exchange payments in one currency for equivalent amounts in the other to facilitate bilateral trade settlements and provide liquidity support to financial markets, staterun Xinhua news agency reported today.

In an interview with The Financial Times, the State Bank of Pakistan Governor Tariq Bajwa confirmed the loans were made

by Beijing-backed banks in

April on good rates.

“The money strengthens the financial, political and military ties between the two countries,” the top Pakistani banker was quoted as saying by the paper.

“Chinese commercial banks are awash with liquidity,” Bajwa said. Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have dropped from USD 18.1 billion in April last year to USD 10.8 billion in May this year. According to the report, Pakistani officials also hope that borrowing from Chinese banks will save the nation from seeking help from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Lending money to Pakistan also favours China, said FT quoting Pakistani officials, as it does not wish to disclose details of the loans that are part of the China-Pakistan Economic Cooperation (CPEC) project. China is investing almost USD 60 billion on building infrastructure in Pakistan. However, Beijing is reluctant to reveal the sum it is lending to Islamabad as part of the CPEC project.

According to the FT report, prior to last month’s loan of USD one billion, Pakistan had borrowed almost USD 1.2 billion from Chinese banks since April, 2017 and more loans might follow.

Merkel, Li defend Iran deal, free trade

German Chancellor Angela Merkel (R) and Chinese Premier Li Keqiang walk past the PLA honor guards during a welcoming ceremony in Beijing on Thursday. AP/PTI Photo.

B E I J I N G , M ay 2 4 (Agencies): German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Chinese Premier Li Keqiang defended the Iran nuclear deal on Thursday, with Li hinting that terminating the pact would complicate negotiations with North Korea.

Merkel and Li showed a united front on Iran and free trade, two issues that have seen high-profile interventions by US President Donald Trump, during their meeting at the opulent Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Li warned that ending the agreement with Tehran “will not just impact Iran, but also have a negative

Bill passed to give equal rights to tribes in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, May 24 (Agencies): Pakistan’s lower house of parliament, with rare support from the opposition, has passed a bill to give equal rights to 5 million people living in the country’s tribal areas.

The legislation, pushed by the ruling party, envisages administratively merging the semi-autonomous tribal regions bordering Afghanistan into the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province for the first time since Pakistan’s creation. After Thursday’s approval in the National Assembly, the bill will to go to the upper house of parliament, or Senate, for endorsement there before it can become law. Its purpose is also to abolish colonial-era laws, such as the ones that call for punishing an entire tribe if one of its members is found guilty of crime.

impact on (the ability) to solve other hot international issues through peaceful negotiations”.

He did not mention North Korea by name, but analysts have warned that Trump’s withdrawal from the Iran deal dented Washington’s negotiating credibility ahead of his scheduled meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un next month. The German leader also sounded the alarm about the economic impact on Europe of Trump’s move to quit the Iran agreement.

Trump’s decision to reimpose sanctions on Tehran, despite pleas from allies to maintain the deal, could hit

European firms that have done business with Iran since the 2015 accord was signed.

If European companies pull out or shrink operations in Iran fearing US sanctions, it would “create an opportunity for businesses in other countries to step in and play a greater role”, Merkel said.

Meanwhile, Li dismissed the idea that the Iran crisis paved the way for the internationalisation of the Chinese currency, amid speculation that demand for yuan-denominated oil futures would increase. “The internationalisation of the yuan is a long-term process

that is closely linked to the development of the Chinese economy,” Li said.

On trade, Merkel welcomed China’s moves to reduce automobile import tariffs and allow foreign carmakers to own a majority stake in joint ventures with Chinese partners.

The Chancellor drove home Berlin’s demand for Beijing to ease barriers on foreign investment, saying the two countries would sign a memorandum of understanding to offer mutual access to each others’ markets for autonomous vehicles.

“China and Germany are on the path of promoting multilateralism and bolstering free trade,” said Merkel, who was accompanied by an industry delegation of 18 German executives.

Li hinted that a ChinaEU investment agreement, which has been in the works for years, might be signed during a bilateral meeting in July in Beijing. “China’s doors (for investment) will be opened even more,” Li said.

Merkel was expected to take up the case of Liu Xia, widow of Nobel peace laureate Liu Xiaobo, who remains under house arrest without charges nearly a year after her husband died of cancer in custody.

“We have found a dialogue mechanism where difficult questions can be raised,” she said.

Japanese PM heads to Russia for talks with Putin TOKYO, May 24 (Agencies): Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe headed to Russia on Thursday for talks with President Vladimir Putin in hopes of making progress on joint economic projects on disputed islands as a step toward resolving a decadesold territorial row.

Abe said he hoped to talk “heart-to-heart” with Putin on Saturday to achieve progress on the island issue and eventually sign a peace treaty. Abe also plans to reaffirm Russia’s cooperation in efforts to rid North Korea of nuclear weapons.

Abe has been pushing for a way forward in the territorial dispute that centers on four southern Kuril islands, which Japan calls the Northern Territories.

The Soviet Union took the islands in the closing days of World War II, expelling 17,000 Japanese

Shinzo Abe to nearby Hokkaido, the northernmost of Japan’s four main islands.

The row has kept the two countries from signing a peace treaty formally ending their World War II hostilities.

Japan is seeking to implement joint business projects on the Kuril Islands as a way to gain momentum to resolve the territorial row. Russia wants to bring in more investment to its wider Far East.

The two sides agreed on joint projects in areas such as farming, health

care and energy at the end of 2016 but progress has been slow. No quick breakthrough is expected on the island sovereignty issue.

The three-day trip will allow Abe a short break from grilling by opposition lawmakers over a widening scandal involving his wife’s role in a questionable school land deal. Hundreds of pages of documents were released Wednesday, including sections indicating alleged efforts by Akie Abe to seek preferential treatment for an acquaintance’s purchase of state land for a private school.

Abe said in February last year that he would step down if there was evidence he or his wife were involved, and has denied any wrongdoing by either of them.

The scandal and another alleged cronyism case linked to Abe have stung him since last year and hurt his support ratings.

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Will Smith to sing FIFA World Cup song A ctor-rapper Will Smith along with singers Nicky Jam and Era Istrefi, are set to make the “world dance” to their official FIFA World Cup song titled “Live it up”.

Sony Music and FIFA have announced that the song will be released on multiple streaming platforms on Friday, a statement said.

“Live it up” sees big names in global music collaborate for the popular event in the world of football where the sport’s most celebrated stars from across the world will come together in Russia for the tournament commencing on June 14.

The record has been produced by songwriter, DJ and Grammy Awardwinning producer Diplo. He said: “I’ve never made a song this international, so many stars have come together to make a strong vibe.”

The song will be performed at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Final on July 15 in Moscow. The official

music video will be available worldwide on June 7.

“It’s an honour to be asked to perform at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. This global event brings people from all over the world together to cheer, laugh and experience magic. Collaborating with Nicky, Diplo and Era on this track represents harmony, eclectic flavours and genres coming together.

At the end of the day, we just want to see the world dance,” said Smith.

Jam, Smith and Istrefi had filmed the music video in Budapest, where Smith is currently shooting for a film.

Istrefi says: “Being part of the official song 2018 FIFA World Cup

Russia has been an incredible and exciting experience so far. Working alongside the super talents that are Diplo, Will Smith and Nicky Jam, all of whom I have huge admiration for, has been amazing and so much fun.”

Jam shared his excitement too. He said: “To record the official song for the FIFA World Cup is a lifetime achievement. Not many artistes have the privilege of being able to say they’ve been part of this.

I’m so proud and happy, I can say to my grandkids ‘I’ve made it’.”

Philippe Le Floc’h, FIFA Chief Commercial Officer, said: “The synergy between football and music is striking, both stirring up fans’ emotions across the globe. This song - featuring a world-class line-up worthy of the greatest show on Earth - embodies the excitement, the celebration and the unity that people all over the world will share during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia.”

(IANS)

Britney Spears ‘Responded Really Well’ to First Reading of Musical Featuring Her Songs “Britney and her team gave their blessing last year,” and after hearing it come to life, “she responded really well!”

While the title of the production “isn’t set in stone yet,” says the source, “the working title is ‘Hit Me Baby One More

Time.’” The Broadway insider adds, “There is no one cast as the role of Britney yet.”

In January, Us Weekly revealed Spears has signed a deal with Las Vegas’ Park Theater and is expected to return to the stage in Sin City beginning in 2019.

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Eiza Gonzalez, Sam Heughan join Vin Diesel in ‘Bloodshot’

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Baby Driver” star Eiza Gonzalez, actor Michael Sheen, and “Outlander” star Sam Heughan are reportedly in talks to join Vin Diesel in “Bloodshot”.

Neal Moritz is producing the project alongside Valiant’s Dinesh Shamdasani, reports variety.com.

The studio had announced it would be moving forward

with its five-film shared universe plan, based on the Valiant comic books “Harbinger” and “Bloodshot”.

The film is about a mortally wounded soldier resurrected with cuttingedge nanotechnology and tasked with rounding up superpowered outcasts known as harbingers.

“Bloodshot” was created by Kevin Van Hook, Don Perlin, and Bob Layton in 1992.

Dave Wilson will be directing the project with oscar-nominated screenwriter Eric Heisserer penning the screenplay.

Organizers De Band, with guest band performing at the 11 edition of Bob Dylanite (IANS) at Hammock Resort Wokha.

Have a happy life: Bollywood celebs wish AB de Villiers on retirement

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ollywood celebrities like Anushka Sharma, Arjun Kapoor and Rahul Bose have wished luck and happiness to South African batsman AB de Villiers, who has announced his retirement from international cricket.

AB de Villiers, who featured in 114 Tests, 228 ODIs and 78 T20Is for South Africa, sprang a surprise when he announced on Wednesday he was bidding adieu to all forms of international cricket

with immediate effect.

Here’s what the celebrities tweeted: Anushka Sharma: In life, what we do to positively impact the lives of others has greater meaning than what we accomplish for ourselves. You have managed to do both beautifully and always with such grace and integrity. Wishing you and Danielle a blessed, happy life ahead AB de Villiers.

Arjun Kapoor: Congratulations AB de Villiers, what a spec-

tacularly proud cricketing career you’ve had! Your game will be talked about for years to come.

Wish you all the best for your future endeavours.

Aadar Jain: AB de Villiers, you have amazed us all with your spectacular skills on the field! The world of cricket will truly miss your presence sir.

Saiyami Kher: Oh no. AB de Villiers please play a little longer.

Please.

Rahul Bose: Sunil Gavaskar

once said, ‘Retire when people ask why, not when they ask why not?’

Still, the AB de Villiers retirement is too early. Today sports science does not care about chronological age. It’s about your performance age. By those metrics ABD’s in his late 20s. And what talent.

Ali Fazal: One of the best of our times. Wish you a great life ahead Mr Villiers. You leave as Legend. Period. God bless you and your family. Power to you. AB de Villiers will miss you.

Miles Kane has said that his new record is his Adele album

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ane’s upcoming new solo album, ‘Coup De Grace’, is out this summer. It features the Jamie T and Lana Del Rey collaboration ‘Loaded’.

Speaking to BBC News, Last Shadow Puppets man Kane said that “most of it is about a break-up,” adding: “I’m giving it the Adele one.” “But also, I’m a massive fan of wrestling and

[the title was inspired by] favourite wrestler’s finishing manoeuvre,” he continued, referring to WWE star Finn Bálor’s signature move.

“Lyrically it’s very personal and the delivery of the vocal is quite different for me. On the verses, there’s a lot more words than what I would do normally and then it opens up on the chorus.”

“It’s just a real mid-tempo,

heavy ‘get your walk on’ tune, you know?” Speaking previously to Annie Mac on BBC Radio 1, the musician explained how he got both Lana Del Rey and Jamie T to work with him on ‘Loaded’. “Last January, Jamie T was in LA doing a little gig and we’d planned to some writing together that we’d been saying we’d do for 10 years,” he said. “As I walked in [to the gig], Lana Del Rey was there.”

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Purana Bazar: Dimapur-Nagaland Felicitation

Congratulates Mr. Laiyuh P. Thai for securing distinction in Maths (91%) & S/Studies (93%) in HSLC EXAM 2018.

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TEISOZHAVI TETSO President, JSU

Rukukhonu Rolnu General Secretary, JSU

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With immense pride, the Jakhama Students Union would like to congratulate Miss.Visakhonuo Kulnu, daughter of Mrs. Neipievo-ü Kulnu & Lt. Kehosiil Kulnu from MHSS for securing Top-4 Position in HSSLC examination 2018. Her selfless efforts have brought laurels to the Jakhama village.

The Union also congratulates all the successful JSU members of HSLC & HSSLC & wishes them a successful future ahead.

FELICITATION T h e K u k i Yo u t h a n d Students' Union Medziphema heartily congratulate its member, Miss Lamneithem Hangshing, daughter of Pu Alet Hangshing and Pi Chongpi Hangshing for being conferred Ph.D on her research p a p e r, " I D E N T I F I C AT I O N AND CHARACTERISATION OF METEOROLOGICAL DROUGHT IN DIFFERENT AGRO-CLIMATE ZONES OF ASSAM" from Northeast Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST), Nirjuli (Itanagar), Arunachal Pradesh.

The Union further wishes her good health and success in all her future endeavours.

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ince wrapping her five-year residency at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas on New Year’s Eve, Britney Spears has managed to keep plenty busy. The 36-year-old regularly shares Instagram videos of herself getting silly with sons Sean, 12, and Jayden, 11, embracing her love of painting (she’s called the pastime “so therapeutic to me”) and hitting the gym with her personal trainer boyfriend Sam Asghari. (In a May 10 interview with the Associated Press, the pop princess revealed the buff pair did a whopping 40 takes before posting a May 3 montage of their insane workout routine with the caption, “Stronger together.”)

Not shared online was the quick trip Spears made to New York City May 12. In the new issue of Us Weekly, a source reveals that the “Make Me…” singer hit the Big Apple to attend the first reading of a Broadway musical scored with her hit songs. The play, planned for an early 2019 debut, “has been in the works for a while now,” the insider reveals.

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The Unity Club Tsϋtuonuoma Khel, Kohima Village with pride and honour extend our heartiest congratulations to Miss Virienuo Emilia Solo, daughter of Dr. Avilie Solo and Dr.Menguzenuo Margaret Solo on her outstanding achievement by topping the HSSLC (Science Stream) Examination 2018.

The Club also congratulates all its Club Members who have successfully passed the HSLC and HSSLC Examination 2018 and wishes them success in all their future endeavours.

The Üsounuomia Krotho extend our heartfelt congratulations to Miss Mhasilenuo Mechülho, D/o Mr. & Mrs. Khriesakuolie (Thonuo) Mechülho, for securing the top 4th Position in the HSSLC Examination, 2018, under Arts Stream.

The Office also conveys sincere congratulations to all the members who have successfully passed out HSLC and HSSLC Examination, 2018.

Further, the Üsounuomia Krotho takes this privilege to thank all the parents and mentors who have been through all times, with great optimism and sincerity has selflessly sacrificed for this achievements.

We took joy in your triumph and may the Almighty God lead you to greater success in days to come.

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SRH Cricketers during their training session, at Eden Garden in Kolkata, on Thursday, on the eve of 2nd Qualifier match against KKR. (PTI)

Since suffering their heaviest ever defeat margin of 102 runs against the Mumbai Indians, KKR have not looked back with skipper Karthik leading from the front and the likes of West Indies star Andre Russell and the wrist spinners stepping up to the occasion.

In the last four outings, KKR have made comebacks from slippery situations, a facet which has underlined the team’s character.

The Sunrisers, on the other hand, bank on their

bowling which has a lot of variety and some of the best names in the business.

Against CSK, it was in full bloom as the trio of pace spearhead Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Siddarth Kaul and highly-rated leggie Rashid Khan brought their rivals to their knees before Faf du Plessis rescued the ship.

Rashid has been brilliant throughout the season and his wrong’un to castle Dhoni in the last game was a thing of beauty. The Afghanistan spinner just

Phogat sisters offered lifeline by WFI

Uber Cup: China beat Chinese Taipei to enter semis

Kolkata, May 24 (IANS): Despite their dominance throughout the league stages, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will have to bring their best to the table when they take on buoyant Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) Qualifier 2 here on Friday.

The winner of Friday’s big-ticket game at the Eden Gardens will take on Mahenda Singh Dhoni’s Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the final on Sunday in Mumbai.

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NEW DELHI, May 24 (Agencies): After dropping the Phogat sisters and 11 other wrestlers from the ongoing national wrestling camp for ‘indiscipline’, the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has had a change of heart.

After holding a disciplinary hearing into the matter on Wednesday and reviewing the written explanations submitted by the concerned wrestlers, the WFI has decided to allow three Phogat sisters – Geeta, Ritu and Sangeeta – to join the camp at the SAI centre in Lucknow.

It means all three will be allowed to appear for the selection trials for the forthcoming Jakarta Asian Games.

However, the door has been slammed shut on

of the points table after 14 matches and have been quite the team to beat with an exceptional bowling battery and solid batting.

But the Kane Williamson-led side have lost four games on the trot including their two-wicket loss in the Qualifier 1 to CSK and the last league clash against KKR. D i n e s h K a r t h i k ’s KKR, on the contrary, have won four games on the trot, their latest being a 25-run victory over Rajasthan Royals in the Eto reach Qualifier 2.

the second of the Phogat sisters, Babita, the 53kg silver medallist at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. Babita, who had won a gold at the Glasgow CWG, has been kept under suspension by the WFI after she failed to offer any formal explanation for her no-show at the camp, which will run until June 25.

The men’s freestyle and Greco-Roman camp is underway at the SAI centre in Sonepat.

According to WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the federation’s decision will mean Babita will not be allowed to participate in the trials to select the women contingent for the Asiad, effectively dashing her hopes for representing the coun-

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try in what would have been her second Asiad.

In total, out of 15 men and women freestyle wrestlers who had originally been show-caused

by WFI for skipping the camp, six have still been kept under suspension and their names permanently removed from the camp. These include Babita (53kg), Pooja Tomar (62kg), Manju (62kg), Anju (65kg), Kamini (72kg) and men’s freestyle wrestler Shravan (61kg).

Apart from Geeta, Ritu and Sangeeta, others who are in the camp include women wrestlers Indu Choudhary (50kg), Ravita (59kg), Nandini Salokhe (62kg), Reshma Mane (62kg), Manu Tomar (72kg), and male grappler Satyawart Kadian (97kg).

Bangkok, May 24 (IANS): The Chinese men’s badminton team advanced to semi-finals of the Uber Cup after beating Chinese Taipei 3-0 here on Thursday. For the first single, Olympic champion Chen Long went through a tough battle with Chou Tien Chen, reports Xinhua news agency.

Chen Long beat Chou in the first game by 21-18 and lost to him by 10-21 in the second, which is a surprise to his coach and himself. Finally he beat Chou by 21-14 in the third game, ending the match which lasted for 83 minutes. Then Chinese doubles Liu Cheng/Zhang Nan beat their opponents Lee Jhe-Huei/Lee Yang by 2118, 21-18.

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conceded 11 runs in four overs and KKR would be wary of him the most.

On the batting front, top scorer of the tournament Williamson has led from the front. The New Zealand skipper, rated as one of the best batters of today, has so far amassed 685 runs in 15 games at 57.08. Williamson has also led admirably on the field.

Sunrisers’ West Indian all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite was also good in the previous game with bat and ball, and pitted against compatriot Russell, it will be a mini-contest to look out. For KKR, their main spin weapon Sunil Narine had an off day against Royals and would look to get back to form.

A lot will depend on how the spinner go about their job for both teams as the Eden wicket will offer turn and with the early toss for playoffs, dew might come into play meaning whoever wins the toss would like to bat first and make the most of the conditions, much like Royals did.

Once the track eases out, it will become easy for batting and then the role of spinner would come into play to check the flow of runs. In the league stages, Sunrisers beat KKR here by five wickets.

Sharapova seeks redemption PARIS, May 24 (Agencies): When Maria Sharapova last played the French Open in 2015, she did so as defending champion. Denied a wildcard by Roland Garros organisers last year on her return from a 15-month doping ban, the Russian was dogged by injury and controversy as she tried to get her career back on track.

Now 31, it would have been understandable had the five-times grand slam winner hung up her rackets to focus on her ever-expanding business empire.

Not Sharapova, one of the game’s toughest competitors. “That’s why I still continue to do this, because I have that passion of figuring things out and getting it done, whether it’s a tough day, or whether it’s a great day,” Sharapova said in a phone interview earlier this year.

Although Sharapova was the world’s top-paid female athlete for more than a decade and has earned close to $300 million on and off the court according to FORBES, nothing comes close to competing for the sport’s biggest prizes.

“You are very much in the moment,” said Sharapova, a three-times finalist in Paris. “Your team just hands you over, literally on to the stage, onto your universe for the next hour, hour-and-ahalf, two or three, and you have to find a way to deliver.

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“Everything that you put into it previously, you have to pour out onto the court, every fear that you’ve faced before, you have to bring out onto the court. You have to be powerful, but yet you have to handle being vulnerable at moments when things don’t go your way.”

Having ended 2017 outside the top 50, Sharapova endured one of the worst periods of her career as she lost four straight matches.

Now, after strong performances in Madrid and Rome this month, Sharapova is back among the seeds and beginning to believe that she can win the title for a third time. Sharapova reached the quarter-finals in Madrid and beat reigning French Open champion Ostapenko to reach the semifinals in Rome, a huge boost of confidence as she returns to the scene of her most successful grand slam.

Poch signs new Tottenham deal Lo n d o n, M ay 2 4 (Agencies): Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino and his coaching staff have signed new contracts until 2023.

The Argentine has guided Spurs to three successive top-three finishes in the Premier League, winning 121 of his 218 games since taking charge in May 2014.

Pochettino had three years remaining on his current contract but agreed to a two-year extension, as did first-team coaches Jesús Pérez, Miguel D’Agostino and Toni Jimenez.

“I am honoured to

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have signed a new longterm contract as we approach one of the most significant periods in the club’s history and be the manager that will lead this team into our new world-

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We extend our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all those who stood by us through physically, morally, in kind and financial help during the brief illness and ultimate demise of our grandmother Lt. Totsu Mariam on 19.05.2018.

This column is not enough to thank each and every individual but the works and deeds that have been expressed to us will never go empty handed, as our heavenly Father has recorded all of them and will bless each one of you. THANK YOU one and all.

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class stadium,” said the 46-year-old.

“This is just one of the factors that makes this one of the most exciting jobs in world football and we are already making plans to ensure we continue to build on the great work that everyone has contributed to over the past four years.” “[Chairman] Daniel [Levy] and I have spoken at length about our aspirations for this football club.

We both share the same philosophies to achieve long-term, sustainable success.

This is a special club

- we always strive to be creative in the way we work both on and off the pitch and will continue to stick to our principles in order to achieve the success this club deserves.”

Levy added, “We have been on an extraordinary journey and the times ahead look even more exciting as the club enters the next phase in its history.

Mauricio has fostered an incredible spirit in the team and has embraced a style of play our fans have loved watching. I know they will welcome this commitment by Mauricio.”

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We the bereaved family members of LATE SHAHID AHMED would like to convey our sincere gratitude to each and every individuals, friends, neighbours and well-wishers who stood by us physically, financially and spiritually during his illness and at the sudden demise on 16th May 2018 at D-Block. We are also grateful to doctors & nurses of Naga Hospital Kohima.

May the Almighty God bless you abundantly for your gracious deeds.

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Rio de Janeiro, May 24 (Agencies): Juan Martin del Potro is waiting anxiously to see if a groin strain will force him out of the French Open, with the Argentine hoping the injury does not derail what has been one of his best starts to a season in years.

Del Potro retired during his third round match at last week’s Italian Open after picking up the injury.

The setback was particularly upsetting as Del Potro had spent the early part of the year developing a new routine to help him overcome the injuries that have beset his career.

With the support the team of specialists who travel with him on the road, Del Potro reached three finals in 2018, winning two of them.

The expanded team “has not only made a difference to my tennis but also in helping rid me of non-tennis K Y M C

problems so I can focus on getting out on the court and winning,” the 29-year-old told reporters in Buenos Aires earlier this month.

The new approach also lifted him to his highest ranking since 2010.

Del Potro knew he needed to make big changes if he wanted to return to the kind of form that earned him the US Open trophy in 2009 - his only major so far.

He invited specialists to watch his training and advise him on what changes he needed to make.

That led him to focus on stretching and also to come up with a training regime that would help him to relax and improve the back pain he suffers.

His 2018 form proved he was reaping the benefits of the new regime, while off the court the psychologist helped him to “resolve questions I didn’t know how to handle,” he said.

3rd DEATH ANNIVERSARY of our beloved late Mrs. T. Khrienuo Ezung

15.01.1969 – 25.05.2015

“ The Lord gave and the Lord has taken, blessed be the name of the Lord” Job 1: 21

Not a single moment passes by without a thought of you. Love never ends with death. Perfect mother and excellent wife championed in good deeds and admired by one and all. We pray and wish that the Almighty God grant you “ Eternal Peace”.

Loving husband, children & family members.

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Died on: 15.05.2018 “ For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord.

Therefore, whether we live or die we are for the Lord” Romans 14:8 We, the bereaved family of Lt. Dzieseneizo Keyho, would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to all individuals who stood by us and supported us morally, physically, financially and in prayer during the sickness and in our moment of grief.

We convey our special thanks to: 1. Khedi Baptist Church, Kohima.

2. CJA Christ King Parish.

3. Doctors & nurses Oking Hospital, Kohima .

4. Dr. Atsei-o Whuorie 5. Dr. Neikiesalie (Nicky) Kire [M.L.A, Advisor Rural Development) Nagaland.

6. Mr. Khrietuo Belho.

7. Khrietho Peli No.11, P. Khel Kohima Village .

We regret our inability to thank each one of you individually but we pray that our almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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Born : 30/03/1982 – Died : 19/05/2018 The family of Lt Medemtsülak (Alak) wishes to offer our heartfelt thanks to the many friends, neighbours and well wishers who stood with us in times of our grief.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude.

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WE THE BEREAVED FAMILY MEMBERS AND RELATIVES CONVEY OUR HEARTFELT GRATITUDE TO EACH AND EVERY INDIVIDUAL, FRIENDS, RELATIVES, NEIGHBOURS, CHURCHES, UNIONS AND WELL WISHERS WHO STOOD BY US A N D S U P P O RT E D U S T H R O U G H P R AY E R S , MORALLY, PHYSICALLY, FINANCIALLY, MENTALLY AND MATERIALLY AND ALSO SACRIFICING, YOUR PRECIOUS TIME DURING THE PROLONGED ILLNESS AND AT THE SAD DEMISE OF OUR BELOVED LATE P NUNGSANGTEMJEN PONGEN OF MONGSENYIMTI VILLAGE ON 13th OF MAY 2018.

WE CONVEY OUR SPECIAL THANKS TO :(i) DRC & STAFF NAGALAND HOUSE KOLKATA (ii) MR & MRS ADA JOHN ANGAMI, (POME) INDIAN NAVY (KOLKATA) (iii) MR & MRS IMOMATSUNG, PASTOR UNITED CHURCH CHAPEL HASTING (KOLKATA) (iv) NCF KOLKATA (v) DIMAPUR MONGSENYIMTI SENSO TELONGJEM (vi) DIMAPUR MONGSENYIMTI SENSO TAMANG TELONGJEM (vii) MONGSENYIMTI PONGEN KIDONG DIMAPUR UNIT (viii) LIMALEPZUK & NOKINMEREN SEMCHIR (ix) AREMSUSENBA & LENDIKONG WARD TZUDIKONG (x) MR & MRS IMNALEMBA IMSONG (CONSULTANT HR & ES) NPPC (xi) TZUDIKONG TOWN BAPTIST CHURCH (xii) MONGSENYIMTI SENSO UNION TZUDIKONG WE PROFOUNDLY REGRET OUR INABILITY TO THANK EVERYONE PERSONALLY, BUT WE FERVENTLY PRAY THAT OUR ALMIGHTY GOD SHOWED HIS ABUNDANT BLESSING UPON YOU ALL. LOVING WIFE & CHILDREN DP-4137

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Boston Celtics on brink of NBA finals Ancelotti named new Napoli coach

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard George Hill drives to the hoop against the Boston Celtics during the first half of Game 5 of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals.

B o s t o n , M ay 2 4 (Agencies): Rookie Jayson Tatum scored 24 points and Al Horford had 15 points and 12 rebounds to help the Boston Celtics beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 96-83 on Wednesday night and take a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven NBA Eastern Conference finals.

The Celtics remained perfect in Boston this postseason with their 10th straight victory at home and moved within one

win of their first trip to the NBA Finals since 2010.

Game 6 is in Cleveland on Friday night, with the decisive seventh game back in Boston on Sunday (Monday NZT) if necessary. The home team has won every game so far in the series, and none has been closer than nine points.

LeBron James had 26 points and 10 rebounds and Kevin Love scored 14 for the Cavaliers, who are

trying to reach the finals for the fourth consecutive season. James has played to the end in seven straight seasons.

The Celtics opened a double-digit lead in the first quarter and nursed it the rest of the way, holding on through a four-minute scoring drought that saw Cleveland score nine straight points to cut the deficit to 83-71. But Terry Rozier hit Horford with an alley-oop to snap the skid, and that

Istanbul to host 2020 Champions League final

KIEV, May 24 (Agencies): Istanbul’s Ataturk Olympic Stadium will host the 2020 Champions League final, UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin confirmed in Kiev on Thursday.

The 76,000-capacity ground played host to Liverpool’s famous comeback from 3-0 down to win the Champions League on penalties over AC Milan in 2005.

UEFA have been under pressure to ensure future final host cities have the hotel and airport infrastructure to cope with the influx of fans, delegates and media for the biggest game in club football.

Liverpool have complained to UEFA after their fans have faced spiralling accommodation and travel costs for fans trying to attend Saturday’s final against holders Real Ma-

drid in Kiev, the city which played host to the Euro 2012 final.

“They just don’t have the airport infrastructure and the hotel capacity to cope with an event of this size and there isn’t another major city within real hitting distance of it,” Liverpool chief executive Peter Moore told the Liverpool Echo newspaper.

“It’s not only affected Liverpool fans but Real Madrid fans too. There will be lessons learned from this. Rest assured, I’ve raised this at the highest levels of UEFA.” Ceferin had already reintroduced a tender process for bidding for finals since taking over as UEFA president from Michel Platini.

The decision to award the final to Kiev was made prior to Ceferin’s election as president in 2016.

Next season’s final will be held at the 67,000capacity Wanda Metropolitano, home of Atletico Madrid.

was as close as the Cavs would get.

James seemed to tire in the fourth, scoring just two points on four shots.

He finished 1-for-6 from three-point range in the game; the Cavaliers made just 9 of 34 attempts from beyond the arc and shot just 42 per cent overall.

Jaylen Brown scored 17, and Marcus Morris and Marcus Smart each scored 13 as reserves. Tatum added seven rebounds,

four assists and four steals one day after finishing one vote shy of a unanimous selection to the NBA’s AllRookie team.

Boston went on a 15-3 run in the first quarter to turn a three-point deficit into a nine-point lead. The Celtics scored nine in a row at the end of the first quarter and into the second to take a 36-19 lead, their biggest of the game.

That’s when the Cavaliers fought back.

After a hard defensive play by Morris sent Larry Nance Jr. into the first row of seats, Morris appeared to wander over and say something. Nance to jump up and body checked him; Morris responded with a one-handed shove to the face.

A r o n B ay ne s a n d Brown came in to break it up, and Terry Rozier put a body on Nance. After a review, the referees called technicals on Rozier, Nance and Morris. Kyle Korver made the foul shot to make it 36-20 and Cleveland went on a 9-0 run to cut the deficit to eight points, 36-28.

But Morris made a long three-pointer to stop the scoring drought, and soon hit another to cap an 8-2 run that made it a double-digit lead.

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New Delhi, May 24 (Agencies): Virat Kohli will not join Surrey due to a neck injury, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced.

The India captain was due to play for the county side next month, but the move has now been called off after he sustained the injury playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League last week.

A statement from the BCCI said, “Team India Captain Mr Virat Kohli suffered a neck injury while fielding during Match 51 of the VIVO IPL between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Sunrisers Hyderabad on 17th May 2018

at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.”

“Mr Kohli, who was scheduled to play for Surrey CCC in the month of June, has been ruled out from participating.

This decision was taken following assessments by the BCCI Medical team, subsequent scans, and a specialist visit.”

Kohli’s much-anticipated spell with Surrey, which would have been his first ever overseas contract, was designed to help prepare him for India’s tour of England.

The trip begins in July, but it is not yet clear whether the batsman will be fit to take part.

The 29-year-old has guided his country to the top of the ICC Test rankings with 21 victories from 34 matches, while he averages more than 50 in all three formats of the international game.

England and India are due to contest three T20 matches and as many ODIs in July, before beginning a five-Test series in August.

MILAN, may 24 (Agencies): Carlo Ancelotti has been appointed coach of Italian club Napoli on a three-year deal, the Serie A side confirmed on Wednesday.

“Napoli are happy to announce agreement has been reached with coach Carlo Ancelotti to lead the first team for the next three seasons,” the club said in a statement.

Ancelotti - who was sacked by Bayern Munich last September - replaces Maurizio Sarri who led the club to second in Serie A behind Juventus this season.

The former Chelsea, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich boss is reported to have agreed a deal worth 6.5 million euro ($7.6 million) per year.

“I am really happy and honoured to be the coach of a team from such a unique city with such incredible fans. Forza Napoli always,” said Ancelotti in a message posted in four different languages - Italian, English, French and Spanish.

It will be Ancelotti’s first job in Italian football since leaving AC Milan in 2009 after leading the club to a Scudetto and two Champions League titles.

Italian Ancelotti hammered out a deal Wednes-

Joyce retires from all forms of cricket D u b l i n, M ay 2 4 (Agencies): Ed Joyce has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket following his involvement in Ireland’s inaugural Test match. The 39-yearold opened the batting for Ireland against Pakistan in Malahide earlier this month - their first match since gaining Test status.

Joyce will now take up a role with the Ireland national team as performance batting and leadership coach. “I feel now is the right time to stop playing and get started on a new chapter”, explained Joyce.

“The recent Test match against Pakistan was such an incredible few days and was the perfect game for me to say was my last in professional cricket. I am very grateful to Cricket Ireland for giving me the opportunity to get involved in the coaching set-up.”

The Dublin-born opening batsman played 17 ODIs and two T20s for England between 2005 and 2011, but was also part of the Ireland side that beat England at the 2011 World Cup.

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day after a series of meetings with Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis in Rome.

De Laurentiis later confirmed Sarri’s departure in a brief post on Twitter.

“I’d like to thank Maurizio Sarri for his valuable contribution to the Napoli cause,” De Laurentiis said.

“He brought joy and prestige to Naples and Napoli fans all over the world with

an entertaining brand of football that drew praise from all quarters. Well done, Maurizio - Aurelio De Laurentiis.”

Ancelotti has won three Champions League titles as well as the league in Italy, France, Germany and England.

His son Davide and his son-in-law Mino Fulco will also be on the Napoli coaching staff.

Atletico Madrid sign Hernandez from Villarreal

M a d r i d, M ay 2 4 (IANS): Atletico Madrid have signed a five-year contract with Villarreal’s Spanish midfielder Rodrigo Hernandez, both La Liga sides said on Thursday.

Atletico Madrid reached an agreement with Villarreal months ago to sign Hernandez, reports EFE news agency. “Our club has reached an agreement with Villarreal over the transfer of Rodri. The

midfielder will be an Atletico player starting July 1 on a five-year-contract,” Atletico Madrid said on their official website. The 21-year-old Hernandez returns to Atletico Madrid, where he spent five years in the Rojiblancos youth academy, before joining Villarreal in 2013.

Since making his debut with Villarreal in 2015, Rodri has appeared 84 times in all competitions, scoring two goals.

Cook matches Border’s Test record Lo n d o n, M ay 2 4 (Agencies): Australia great Allan Border praised the “amazing” Alastair Cook as the England batsman equalled his record of 153 consecutive Tests by playing in the series opener against Pakistan at Lord’s on Thursday.

This was the 154th Test of opener Cook’s career, with only illness after he made a century on debut against India at Nagpur in 2006 interrupting a sequence where he has never been dropped by the selectors.

Border and Cook are both gritty left-handed batsmen, each having scored more than 11,000 Test runs and captained their respective countries to Ashes success.

They’ve also each won a County Championship title with Essex.

But at 33, Cook is some five years younger than when Border played his 153rd Test, a reflection both of England’s

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heavy programme and the increasingly congested nature of modern international cricket.

“I didn’t realise anyone was getting that close in terms of consecutive Test matches, but it is an amazing thing,” Border told Britain’s Daily Mirror newspaper.

“I’ve been a great fan of his from a distance over

the years. I don’t know him well, but we’ve got that Essex connection.”

“I spent two fantastic years playing there and so I’ve watched his progress as a former player from the club. To have stayed fit and able to play that many consecutive games is remarkable,” the 62-year-old added.

But despite his 244 not

out against Australia in the fourth Test at Melbourne in December, Cook came into the two-match Pakistan series under greater pressure than usual.

The past year has seen Cook score two doublecenturies but only a further 216 Test runs at an average of 13.5 since last August.

Border, however, forecast Cook’s Test career could run for a while yet.

“There is no reason why he can’t keep going for a few years yet. The number he ends up with could be something quite extraordinary.”

“When I finished I was 38. Cook is only 33 so he will understand his game well enough to know where he is at when it comes to his performances.

The Ashes (a 2019 series in England) are only just over a year away, so he’ll be 34 and could have a great series, and then he might even fancy coming back to Australia again. He’s the only who will know.”

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