November 6, 2020 by Nagaland Post

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PDA-NPF fail to agree on political forum

Correspondent

KOHIMA, NOV 5 (NPN): In a rare show of “coming together” though failing to agree, leaders of ruling PDA led by chief minister Neiphiu Rio and opposition Naga People’s Front(NPF) led by its leader T.R. Zeliang addressed a joint press conference here today. While media persons expected a breakthrough of both coming together under one platform for Naga political issue as suggested to NPF by union home minister Amit Shah, the ruling PDA has reiterated that the common platform should remain under Joint Legislators Forum (JLF) from which the NPF walked out. The NPF then formed its own Political Affairs Mission (PAM) on the Naga political issue. NPF leader T.R. Zeliang, purportedly, in pursuance of the advice of Amit Shah that all state legislators and MPs come together, had written to PDA leader and chief minister Neiphiu Rio for all legislators to come together under a new forum. NPF suggested that the new forum be headed by the chief minister unlike JLF which is headed by the Speaker

Neiphiu Rio and T.R. Zeliang at the joint press meet, Thursday. (NP)

but now comprised only of PDA legislators. Zeliang maintained that NPF was always ready to work together with PDA, provided all legislators cutting across party lines, sincerely dedicated themselves to act as facilitators towards achieving one common goal. Zeliang said at a time when the Central government was seriously working to resolve the protracted Naga political issue, NPF would fully cooperate and work together with the State government on a common platform if it showed seriousness. With this in mind, Zeliang said he wrote to Rio on November 2, requesting him to consider the proposal of NPF Legislature Party at its recent meeting with elected members and NPF party working committee on

Nagaland COVID tally 9264 COVID-19 STATUS AS ON november 5, 2020 District

Dimapur

ACTIVE CASES Symptomatic AsDeath ReMi- Total ympunder Critical-ICU cov- Death grat- CastomInvestiMod- Se- With- With On ered ed es atic Mild erate vere out gation Oxy- VentiOxygen gen lator 666 30 2 2 0 0 0 4385 32* 3 49 5169

Kiphire

Kohima

244

2488

2772

Longleng

Mokokchung

115

Mon

443

501

Peren

305

308

Phek

Tuensang

141

154

Wokha

Zunheboto

130

138

Total

999

8078

9264

*6 deaths not due to Covid-19 *3 deaths in under investigation

DIMAPUR, NOV 5 (NPN): Nagaland on Thursday reported 57 new COVID-19 positive cases-- 28 in Kohima, 26 in Dimapur, 1 each in Mon, Mokokchung and Peren, taking the tally to 9264. Further, out of 9264 cases, the distribution across various categories of people include 3995 from the armed forces/police, 1666 returnees, 3151 traced contacts and 452 frontline workers.

PTI: India’s COVID-19 tally climbed to 83.64 lakh with 50,210 new cases in a day, while 77,11,809 people have recuperated so far, according to the Union Health Ministry data on Thursday. The total coronavirus cases mounted to 83,64,086 and the death toll climbed to 1,24,315, with the virus claiming 704 lives in a span of 24 hours in the country, the data updated at 8 am showed.

forming a new forum. Zeliang said a newly constituted and proposed all party forum with the chief minister as head and a working committee in place, would improve coordination and lessen complexities which the JLF faces. On replacing the Speaker as head of the proposed forum, Zeliang said though the speaker has authority inside the House but beyond it, the speaker ceased to be neutral since he seeks the advice of the chief minister on any matter. Zeliang therefore said if the chief minister was to head such a forum this problem would not arise. He said the Speaker headed the JLF in 2004 when the opposition was opposed to the chief minister heading it. Zeliang also pointed

60 Pungro-Kiphire:

Re-poll ordered in 2 polling stations

out that the nomenclature JLF implied that it was a platform for legislators and where the two MPs were invitees. It was due to this that the NPF proposed reconstitution of and renaming JLF. He also informed media persons that the NPF had put forth another proposal to the PDA for convening a special Assembly session at the earliest, to discuss the Naga political issue and to adopt a political resolution. Zeliang opined that it was time to revisit the commitment which legislators had made to Naga people during elections on the Naga political issue. He said in case the situation demanded, then legislators should be even prepared step down and pave the way for a final Naga settlement. Zeliang expressed hope that Rio would take the suggestions positively without much ado and help accelerate the endeavour to be active facilitators in resolving the protracted Naga political issue. He also appealed for letting “bygones be bygones and sail in unison” until the goal of reaching a permanent peace in the land was achieved. (Cont’d on p-8)

PDA endorses Oct 15 resolutions

Ruling People’s Democratic Alliance (PDA) at a meeting held at the chief minister’s residential complex, Kohima Thursday welcomed and endorsed the seven-point resolution adopted during the October 15 consultative meeting on the Naga political issue. A statement issued by PDA convenor Chingwang Konyak and co-convenor Temjen Imna Along stated that the meeting was attended by elected members of the PDA, PDA coordination committee members, and chairpersons of PSUs. PDA congratulated the state government on the successful conduct of the consultative meeting and extended its appreciation to all the tribal hohos, civil society organisations, church bodies, political parties, NGOs, stakeholders and individuals who attended and participated in the meeting “making it successful and historic.” Further, deliberating on the proposal of the Leader of Opposition (LOP), the house observed that the JLF since its formation in 2009 has been successfully

Ravi asks road contractors to expedite work

Correspondent

KOHIMA, NOV 5 (NPN): Election Commission of India (ECI) has ordered repolling in two polling stations under 60 Pungro-Kiphire assembly constituency on November 7, 2020. In a statement, Nagaland chief electoral officer, Abhijit Sinha stated that the Election Commission of India, on the basis of the reports submitted, and after taking all material circumstances into account, declared the November 3 polling in two polling stations-- 11 Singrep and 8 Kipongya ward ‘A’ Kiphire town under 60 Pungro-Kiphire assembly constituency as void. In this regard, the EC on Thursday announced fresh polls in the two polling stations on November 7 from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.

playing the role of active facilitator in the “Indo-Naga” peace process. The house, therefore, maintained that there was no requirement to discontinue with the JLF “at this crucial and late juncture.” The house also reiterated the August 20, 2020 PDA resolution to continue with the JLF. The house reiterated the appeal of the Government of India, through the Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, to the NPF to rejoin the JLF and also to endorse the Resolutions of the October 15, 2020 consultative meeting, which was conveyed to the LOP on October 20, 2020 in New Delhi in the presence of Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio and NEDA convenor Himata Biswa Sarma. Meanwhile, PDA has congratulated the state government, the election department, the administration and police, tribal hohos, and all sections who positively contributed towards the conduct of “peaceful and successful” by-elections in two assembly constituencies.

Governor during the review meeting with official on Thursday.

D I M A P U R , N OV 5 (NPN): Nagaland Governor RN Ravi Thursday asked contractors involved in constructing roads under National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) to expedite ongoing works and achieve the targets as assured by them. At a meeting to review ongoing road projects under NHIDCL at Raj Bhavan in Kohima, Ravi also asked the State government to resolve urgently the hiccups that have cropped up in certain districts, which NHIDCL officials claimed was resulting in stoppage of ongoing works.

sioner Sentiyanger Imchen, commissioner Rovilatuo Mor, DC Kohima Mohammed Shihab Ali A, NHIDCL officials and contractors were present at the meeting. The communiqué also said the status and progress road projects were available at Raj Bhavan website.

1 killed in hit-and-run incident

DIMAPUR, NOV 5 (NPN): An elderly Naga man, in his 60’s was killed in a hit-and-run incident near Dimul Factory, 6th Mile area Dimapur on Thursday. According to Traffic police, they responded to calls of a pedestrian being hit by a vehicle in the area. Police, citing witnesses, said that the vehicle suspected to be a Datsun Go (Silver colour) hit the elderly man who succumbed to his injuries at District Hospital Dimapur. Later, police arrested the driver and seized the car. (Staff Reporter)

Gov extends Tokhü Emong greetings

DIMAPUR, NOV 5 (NPN): Governor of Nagaland, RN Ravi has, extended warm Tokhü Emong greetings to all the people of Nagaland especially to the members of Lotha community and prayed that God bless all with good health, happiness and prosperity. In his message, Ravi described Tokhü Emong as a “beautiful festival” that represents the “rich cultural heritage of our people.” Stating that Tokhü Emong signifies ending of all bitterness and strengthening the familial and social bonding, the governor urged upon the youth to carry forward these rich cultural legacies. Ravi called upon all to celebrate this auspicious occasion observing all Covid-19 protocols.

‘No parking zone’ in Kohima

DIMAPUR, NOV 5 (NPN): In view of the Kohima Smart City Development Limited (KSCDL)’s “Street for people challenge” programme, scheduled to be launched on November 6, 2020 at Old NST Parking, the Kohima police have designated certain parking area as a “No Parking Zone” from 8am of November 6 to 4 pm of November 7 to facilitate preparation works and conduct of the programme. In a press release, Kohima police PRO has requested the owners of vehicles permanently parked in the designated area to remove their vehicles before 7am of November 6, 2020. Police cautioned that defaulting vehicles would be towed away and towing charges would be borne by the owner of the vehicle.

Nov 8 & 9: Closure of NH-29 stretch

DIMAPUR, NOV 5 (NPN): Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dimapur has ordered total restriction of all movement from Chathe River Bridge (Patkai Bridge) to Kukidolong from 7 a.m. of November 8 to 5 a.m. of November 9 to facilitate the progress of the four-lane construction works. In a circular, DC Dimapur Rajesh Soundararajan said that the restriction was being necessitated to facilitate speedy completion of works and as a precautionary measure to prevent any injury, loss of life and damage to property. General public could take the alternative route from Dimapur-Kohima/KohimaDimapur for light vehicles only via 7th Mile-New DC office-Shokhuvi-Razaphe-Mhaikam-Pimla-MhainamtsiJhornapani/Medziphema and vice versa.

A statement from Raj Bhavan said at the meeting, it was also revealed that work was slowed down due to rock sliding in several stretches of the KohimaDimapur four-lane project in the past few months. NHIDCL officials assured the Governor of completing the construction of two-lane road under Kohima along the four-lane Dimapur-Kohima road before December 15. As roads being priority area, the governor has been reviewing the status and progress of construction of roads under NHIDCL. Assistant chief secretary and finance commis-

State govt to release new SOP soon WC-PAM meet; NNPGs Correspondent

KOHIMA, NOV 5 (NPN): High Powered Committee (HPC) for COVID-19 related activities, which reviewed COVID-19 management and lockdown mea-

This is it!

“Well folks, Old Sleepy Joe got all the alien votes. Let’s now call it the United States of Aliens.” K Y M C

sures in the state, Thursday decided to soon come out with a new standard operating procedure (SOP) for containing spread of COVID-19 pandemic. HPC spokesperson and minister planning and coordination Neiba Kronu told Nagaland Post that the state government has been working on new SOP. The committee has also given November 15 deadline to the school education department to come up with a proper proposal on reopening of schools after thorough consultations with all the stakeholders, he said. On re-imposing of lockdown in the state, Neiba Kronu said the department of health and family welfare was assigned to review the reasons why the neighbouring states had imposed lockdown. Kronu

said that the committee has also decided to ban theatres and reduce the quarantine period for frontline workers to seven days. For restaurants, hotels and other shops not complying with SOPs, Kronu said that non-compliance would lead to suspension of trade license. According to an official bulletin, a revised SOP for returnees and travellers entering Nagaland would be issued soon. HPC meeting was held under the chairmanship of chief minister Neiphiu Rio and attended by deputy chief minister (co-chairman) Y. Patton and members (health minister, planning minister, advisor urban development & municipal affairs, Advisor IT & ST and NRE and senior officials of the state government.

agree to meet NSCN (I-M)

Kitovi Zhimomi and TR Zelaing

DIMAPUR, NOV 5 (NPN): After clearing the “minor misunderstanding” between the Working Committee (WC) of NNPGs and the NPF’s Political Affairs Mission (PAM), both sides held a consultative meet Thursday in Dimapur, over solution to the Naga political issue. According to a statement issued by media cell of WC, NNPGs, the WC was led by its convenor N. Kitovi Zhimomi, while NPF’s PAM was led by its convenor, T.R. Zeliang.

Both sides stressed on the urgent need for Naga negotiating groups to come together under a common understanding, to “facilitate an early solution to the decades-old Indo-Naga political conflict.” The meeting also resolved the “minor misunderstanding between the NNPGs and PAM” that arose due to “misinterpretation of words” that was amended amicably. According to the statement, the WC acknowledged the “earnest genuine efforts” of PAM led by T.R.Zeliang “to build bridge between the Naga political groups negotiating with GoI.” Further, the WC said the NNPGs had also responded positively to the appeal of PAM and agreed to “meet NSCN (I-M) but without any pre-conditions.” K Y M C

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Skill conclave underway at DGC

(Inset) Dr. Sunep Imchen. Section of the participants and resource persons at the regional conclave.

DIMAPUR: Three-day regional conclave on “Skill development-A preparation for post-Covid-19” organised by Dimapur Government College (DGC) research committee and

news in Brief DC Dimapur informs on sealing: DC Dimapur, Rajesh Soundararajan has informed that H/No. 108 near Tinali, opposite to market, Darogajan, Dimapur has been temporarily sealed to prevent the spread of COVID-19 with immediate effect till further notice. Any person violating these containment measures will be liable to be proceeded as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC. FLOP meeting: Meeting of Forum of the Landowners Pattadars (FLOP) whose lands are being occupied by army/military/ para-military in Dimapur, will be held on November 14, 11 a.m at Hotel Acacia, opposite PS (East), Dimapur. All the concerned registered members have been requested to attend positively and adhere to SOPs.

sponsored by Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD) is underway from November 5 to 7 at DGC. A press release by DGC publicity and media

cell stated that, in the inaugural session the keynote address was delivered by chief veterinary officer, Mokokchung, Dr. Sunep Imchen. The three technical sessions saw theoretical

and practical presentations on various topics with Rozelle Mero, social entrepreneur & managing director, The People’s Channel, Nagaland, on the topic, “career development and economic independence” and Alemtemsu, horticulture officer, State Horticulture Nursery Dimapur, on the topic “prospects of horticulture in economic development, and practical aspects of horticultural farming.” Earlier, opening the conclave, DGC principal Dr. Moanochet Longchar gave the welcome address, followed by the inaugural address by director RGNIYD, Chennai via google meet, prof Sibnath Deb. Besides the student participants, interested persons can also view the conclave through google meet app as well as through facebook live from DGC facebook page Dimapur Govt. College, Dimapur, Nagaland.

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C-Edge College introduces SSN online competitions JLP inaugural programme for government schools DIMAPUR: C-Edge College introduced Japanese Language Programme (JLP) during its inaugural on November 5 via online mode. A press release by IQAC coordinator, C-Edge College, Wapanginla Ao, stated that online inaugural programme was initiated by director, Japan Foundation India, Kousuke Noguchi, who highlighted that it was a historic moment not only in Nagaland, but also in India and that Japanese embassy had been informed of this programme. He further stressed that there were many Japanese companies in India, looking for Japanese speaking candidates and thus, job potential for future was high. Overview of Japanese language course was highlighted through a powerpoint presentation by language advisor, Japan Foundation, Yoko Kanagae, while a short speech was delivered by Sentiben of BA 3rd semester, on behalf of the first batch-language programme. Assistant professor, C-Edge College, Kumrila Yimchunger, pronounced the invocation, while welcome address was delivered by president, C-Edge College, Er. Moa Aier. He mentioned that certificate course programme was long cherished and awaited one.

KVYO bans hunting Dimapur: Kohima Village Youth Organisation (KVYO) re-iterating its stand towards protection of flora and fauna in its jurisdiction has put a total ban on hunting, fishing, burning of forest fire, collecting of herbs, firewood etc and prohibits setting of traps and snare in its ancestral jurisdiction. KVYO cautioned that any perpetrators violating the rules set by the organisation would be punished according to tradition and customary law.

DIMAPUR: Samag ra Shiksha Nagaland (SSN) had organised various online competitions for the youth and Eco Clubs in government schools during September and October 2020, to create awareness on the dos and don’ts in the fight against Coronavirus, environmental issues, water conservation, importance of home study, reading, nutrition and health concerns. A press release by SSN state coordinator, Vekhozo stated that, competitions were conducted in various categories at the block, district and state level. Certificates of recognition were awarded to all winners at the district and block level, while state level winners were given cash prizes along with certificate. In category 1 primary students drawing competition,

the first prize went to Khrisnadi, class 4, GMS Disaguphu Dimapur; second prize to Dzuweu, class 3, GPS Lewoza, Phek and third to Hanna Sonla, class 4, GHS Jotsoma, Kohima. In category 2 elementary students elocution competition, first prize went to Meneliu, class 7, GHS Diphupar B, Dimapur; second prize to Heipungonle, class 8, GHSS Peren, Peren and third to Wanom, class 8, GMS Wakching, Mon. In category 3 secondary and higher secondary essay writing competiton, the first prize went to Ochirenla class 12 (Sc) Senayangba GHSS Ungma, Mokokchung; second prize to Sunita Gurung, class 10, GHS Pughoboto, Zunheboto and third to Chumlamo W Ngullie, class 11, GHSS Chukitong, Wokha.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT "Things of this world, You left us none; What you left us with, No wealth can buy; T'will carry us till eternity" We, the bereaved family of Lt. N. Imti Jamir (Longjang) would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the friends, neighbours, relatives and well wishers from near and far who stood by us at his sudden demise on 31st October, 2020.

Born : 07-10-1974 Died : 30-10-2020 We, the bereaved family of Late Ruokuovotuo Kire, S/o Lt. Lelhou Kire would like to convey our deepest heartfelt gratitude to all who came and supported us physically, financially, morally and though prayer during his short illness and till his last breath. We deeply regret that we could not mention everyone individually, but may the good Lord bless you all abundantly. How beautiful it is to look at, lived and died softly with a kind golden heart. May his kind soul rest in peace. From loving wife, sons, daughter and family members K-1770

We would like to extend our special gratitude to : 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

Dimapur Ao Baptist Arogo Ao Senso Telongjem Dimapur Dimapur Asetkong Senso Telongjem Dimapur Longjang Senso Telongjem Dimapur District Ao Pensioners Telongjem Dimapur Longjang Jamir Kidong Telongjem Dimapur Longjang Jamitsur Telongjem KABA Youth Office & Minister's Hill Youth Fellowship Census & Statistical Cell, Dept. of Water Resources Delhi Ao Students Union Borlengri Ao Baptist Church, Women Ministry Neighbours from Signal Angami Village.

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Loving wife, children, grandchildren and relatives.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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The Children and family members of Late BENDANGNUNGSANG (Longsa) take this opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude to all individuals, groups from far and near for all the kinds of love and sympathy you have expressed unto us at the prolonged illness and sad demise of our beloved on 25th Oct. 2020. Your physical, moral and financial assistance had helped us to overcome such Born: 05/01/1979 tragic moment. We particularly Died: 25/10/2020 express our special gratitude to Kohima Longsa Senso Telongjem and Kohima Longsa Sensotsur members for all the support. We have nothing to give you all in return, but we pray that our Almighty God bless you all for your good deeds. From Loving Daughters, Son and Family Members MKC-250

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Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside u s e v e r y d a y. U n s e e n , unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Loving wife, children and family members

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Late YEKIVI SWU (06/11/2017) “Blessed are those who die in the lord... For they will rest from their hard work; for their good deeds follow them.” Revelation 14:13

of our beloved Father Late Mejanokden Longmisa

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From loving children, grand children and great grand children.

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Always loved and remembered Loving wife and children

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Died on 06.11.2019

It’s always sad but comforting to silently recall your smile and your nature so full of love and care. For the world may keep turning and change from day to day but precious memories of you will never fade away. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure... You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. “Those we love don’t go away. They walk beside us everyday... unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear”

A year has passed, but you have never left us from our hearts. Today we are blessed because of the abundance of blessings of your laborious and good deeds. Your loving care and good moral values and characters will always be remembered. Almighty God being with us, till we meet in heaven. With prayers. Loving wife, children, grandchildren, relatives and dear ones.

We, the family of Late DZIESEVITUO YAOTSU would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every individual, organization, churches and well wishers who stood by us with prayers, physically, financially and materially throughout his prolonged illness and demise of our beloved on 30th Oct. 2020. We would like to convey our special thanks to: 1) C.R.C. Bayavü 2) Paraciezie Baptist Church 3) Naga Hospital C.R.C. 4) Naga Hospital Authority Kohima 5) Naga Hospital Dialysis Unit 6) Bethel Hospital Doctors & Nurses 7) Rüdezou Youth Organization 8) Khikha Rüleizou Colony 9) Northfield Khikha Administrator, Principal & Staff 10) Blood Donor 11) Shri. Anyü Liezietsu & family 12) Shri. Khriehu Liezietsu & family 13) Neighbours & friends 14) All the well wishers We regret our inability to thank every individual properly but may our Almighty God bless you all abundantly and take under His care in days to come. Loving wife, son, parents, brothers & sisters K-1771

08.03.1972 – 02.10.2020

We, the bereaved family members of Lt. Bomdang Phom, convey our heartfelt gratitude to each and every individual, well-wishers, friends, organisations and relatives who stood by us physically, ﬁnancially, morally at the sad demise of our beloved on 2nd Oct. 2020. Special Thanks: 1. Phom Baptist Church Dimapur. 2. Phom Baptist Church Signal. 3. Tamlu BUHU Union Dimapur. 4. Doctors & Nurses, Zion Hospital Dimapur. 5. Tamlu Baptist Church. 6. Tamlu Village Council. 7. VCC & VDB Association Longleng District. 8. Pangkhai Society Tamlu. 9. Land Resources Department, Longleng. 10. R.D Department, Tamlu Block. We regret our inability to thank every individual personally, but it is our earnest prayer that the Almighty God bless you abundantly. DP-4835

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WEATHER FORECAST November 6

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Hazy sunshine

29 14

Sunny and nice

26 13

Guwahati Hazy sunshine

29 14

Aizawl

Sunny and pleasant

Imphal

Itanagar Hazy sun

26 11 16 14

Shillong

Plenty of sunshine

21 7

Kohima

Mostly sunny and pleasant

22 11

Dimapur Not as warm with sunshine

26 17

Mkg

An a.m. shower; partly sunny

Tuensang Mostly sunny and cooler Wokha

23 13 17 9

A couple of morning showers 21 15

Zunheboto Partly sunny

21 11

S. Pangnyu Phom along with Dr. K. Vikato Kinimi and NSACS officials at the launching of the app in Kohima on November 5.

DIMAPUR: Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Nagaland, S. Pangnyu Phom launched the “NSACS Youth App” at his office chamber, secretariat Kohima on November 5. A press release by Nagaland State AIDS Control Society (NSACS) project director, Dr. K. Vikato Kinimi stated that, Pangnyu congratulated the NSACS for coming up with its first mobile app. He hoped that the youth friendly app would be a good platform to serve the young people and connect them with any HIV related queries or information and participate in HIV prevention activities.

Minister further urged the young people to download the app and inform citizens on HIV & AIDS. This app is a total package that features all youth related social media platforms that NSACS offers such as: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube and Website. App also connects the users to two main information tools developed by the National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) called the National HIV/ AIDS Helpline 1097 and the NACO AIDS App. It is just a click away to connect the users to access any information relating to HIV and AIDS. The app can be

RSETI tailoring training for residential women at Jalukie

Trainees with chief guest and officials of RSETI at the training institute on November 3 at Jalukie.

DIMAPUR: Valedictory programme for women’s tailoring was held at Rural Self Employment Training Institute, Peren (RSETI) premises at Jalukie on November 3, where training was imparted by RSETI, and funded by Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) and SBI. A press release by RSETI, stated that devel-

opment secretary, RBAN, Akeina Gonmei, graced the function as chief guest. In her address, she shared about the struggles they faced in setting up the institute and also exhorted trainees to believe in themselves and their skills to be successful entrepreneurs. Director, RSETI, N Basumatary, delivered the welcome address and also

encouraged trainees to look forward with the skill achieved and be self employed. He further asserted that the institute would extend all possible help. Other notable speakers at the valedictory programme were guest faculty, David, RSETI staff, Athuana and Lhusaku Dozo.

downloaded from any android mobile phone through google play store. With the launch of this app, very soon NSACS will be conducting online quiz competition for the Red Ribbon Club members enrolled in colleges across Nagaland. Similarly, such HIV awareness activities would be conducted from time to time for the youth through the app. Dr. K. Vikato Kinimi, project director, NSACS and Metevinuo Sakhrie, joint director IEC along with the officers and staff from IEC and TI division were present during the launching of the app.

ENCSU new team of office bearers

DIMAPUR: Eastern Nagaland College Students’ Union (ENCSU) handing and taking over programme for the tenure 2020-23 was held at the conference hall, DUDA Guest House, Kohima on November 3. A press release by ENCSU media cell stated that, president ENSF, Sepili L Sangtam encouraged on working in unity and integrity. Thsadong pastor SBLK dedicatory blessings upon the new office bearers. Speeches were delivered by Wangnei outgoing general secretary and Serichum Sangtam, incoming president ENCSU. Programme was headed by Wangnei C Jessuhu, outgoing general secretary, ENCSU. Vote of thanks was delivered by Apong Janger Yimchunger speaker ENSF. New team is headed by Serichum Sangtam as president and Sanglekhamba C Chang as general secretary. ENSF and federating units of six tribes attended.

ANSCU holds 2nd union assembly at DGC Dimapur

Representatives from various affiliated college units with ANCSU members on November 4 at DGC.

DIMAPUR: All Nagaland College Students’ Union (ANCSU) held its 2nd union assembly at Dimapur Government College (DGC) on November 4, wherein various issues pertaining to students’ community were deliberated. A press release by ANSCU, stated that the house demanded setting up high powered comK Y M C

State

Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2020

mission (HPC) to look into matters of Kohima Science College Jotsoma land issue, contract appointment of teaching faculty issue under Higher Education department, setting up of academic council, scholarship nodal cell, requisition of 110 assistant professor posts to NPSC, setting up of enquiry commission to probe fund utilisation at Khel-

hoshe Polytechnic Atoizu under AICTE-NEQIP and academic related issues such as early release of pass certificate, migration certificate and declaration of re-evaluation result. The union assembly also approved and appointed its tribunal members with Tsukjem Longkumer as tribunal general, Katho P Awomi and Kewetso Kenye as

tribunal members for the tenure 2019-2021. Meeting also endorsed to host E-Collegiate Meet 2020, degree toppers felicitation programme and few other agendas were also discussed, in the meeting chaired by speaker, Toito D Chishi, and attended by 29 affiliated college units. All SOP guidelines were strictly maintained by the representatives.

DIMAPUR: Valedictory programme of the 15-day internship training programme for B. Sc (Honours) Horticulture & B.Sc (Honours) Agriculture under Sam Higginbotom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS), Allahabad, UP which started on October 22 concluded on November 5 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kohima, Tesophenyu. A press release by KVK Kohima stated that senior scientist and head, Dr. Ruokuovilie Mezatsu encouraged the trainees to move out of the box and explore the vast agriculture potential which needed to be tapped. He further commented the need of competitive spirit in winning the hurdle and also encouraged the scope of becoming an agripreneur and shaping the future of agriculture. Shedevikho Kuotsu, student trainee also shared his experiences from the whole training programme while Longma Yanger ACTO (Agri. Ext) gave an overall assessment of the training programme. The course director and ACTO (Horticulture) Khekali Sema gave concluding remarks in the programme chaired by K. Michael Pienyu ACTO

Trainees with KVK officials during the valedictory programme of the internship training on November 5.

(Plant Protection) at the valedictory programme. During the internship training programme, the trainees had the opportunity to learn different topics on the methods and techniques of conducting a survey, use of ICT in agriculture, video clip making, mushroom rearing and production techniques, concept and management of nutritional gardens, production and management of winter vegetable crops, importance of soil health,

techniques of soil sample collection and soil analysis using mridaparikshad soil testing kits, integrated pest management (IPM) on fruits and vegetables, demonstration of farm machineries, integrated farming system (IFS) models, bee rearing and its prospect, preparation of peanut butter, preservation of mushroom and chillies and jam making. Subject experts were Dr. Ruokuovilie Mezatsu, Khekali Sema, K. Michael

Pienyu, Zhiete ACTO (Soil Science) Dr. Temjennungsang ACTO (Animal Science), Keviyieno Zhasa TO and Longma yanger ACTO (Agri Extension) respectively. Trainees also had the opportunity to visit Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wokha and interacted with the KVK scientist and various demonstration units at the complex. The students also visited New Tesophenyu village and interacted with the farmers.

Training of CAHW by FOCUS-IAFD in Longleng

Animal health workers along with project officials at the training programme held on November 3 in Longleng. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: The FOCUS-IAFD project under the office of the district agriculture office Longleng organised a one-day orientation and training of community animal health workers (CAHW) at DAO office, Longleng on November 3. According to DIPR report, a note on FOCUS: IAFD was briefed

by Mokeya Tep, PIT i/c Longleng. He oriented the CAHW about their roles and responsibilities and the upcoming activities in livestock under the project. He further encouraged them to work earnestly for the welfare of their community through IAFD project implementation.

Dr. Bongtok Phom VAS-resource person from Veterinary department Longleng highlighted on the importance, scope and management practices of livestock rearing. The programme was attended by the selected CAHW members from the thirty project villages.

Assam Rifles conduct various activities

DIMAPUR: Assam Rifles, under the aegis of HQ IGAR (N), conducted various activities under its civic action programme for the welfare of public. Jalukie Battalion: Jalukie Battalion conducted medical and immunisation camp in collaboration with PHC Athibung at Vonkithem on November 1. According to PRO HQ IGAR (N), a medical team provided check-up and immunization to the villagers of Vonkithem, Phaijol and New Chamcha villages and provided necessary medicines. The villagers were briefed about the various health and hygiene precautions to be taken during the COVID-19 crisis. A total of 152 villagers benefited from the medical and immunization camp. Jalukie Battalion also organised intensive and focused COVID-19 campaign at Peren village. Villagers were briefed on importance of COVID-19 safety protocols. A total of 40 residents attended the camp. Mon Battalion: Mon Battalion constructed a recreation hall at Shalom Kids School Foundation under the Assam Rifles civic action programme (CAP) and handed over to the school authority.

The school authority appreciated the effort of Assam Rifles. Tuensang Battalion: Tuensang Battalion, conducted COVID awareness camps at Yakshu, Monyakshu, Noykhu and Wangti villages on October 31 with the objective to create awareness about the menace of COVID-19 and measures to be adopted for prevention of COVID free Nagaland. According to PRO HQ IGAR (N), Tuensang Battalion also conducted medical camp at Chenloisho village on October 31, to provide medical support and assistance to villagers especially the old, handicapped, orphaned people and women who were unable to go to hospitals at far distances. Shamator Battalion: Shamator Battalion rescued two children, two ladies and a driver of taxi, who were seriously injured in road accident, about 8 kms ahead on NoklakTuensang road on October 30. Security personal moving in the same area immediately swung into action to rescue the injured. The injured persons were immediately moved to Noklak District Hospital by the troops.

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Rights to Public Service Assam CM Sonowal visits hospital Reporting of cyber crimes to M’laya Bill introduced in Assembly to enquire about Tarun Gogoi’s health police low in Assam: Survey Correspondent

G uwahati , N ov 5 (PTI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Thursday called on former chief minister Tarun Gogoi at a state-run facility here where he is undergoing treatment for post-COVID19 complications. The chief minister interacted with Gogoi and wished him speedy recovery, an official spokesperson said. “The former chief minister is like a father figure to me and I visited the Gauhati Medical College Hospital today, (GMCH) as a son, to take stock of his health,” Sonowal told reporters. Senior doctors of the hospital are constantly taking care of him and his condition is gradually improving, the chief minister said. “He is our senior and we have a lot to do together in the interest of the people of the state,” he said. The 86-year-old former chief minister has expressed his satisfaction with the medical services being provided at GMCH and has said that his health condition was gradually improving, Sonowal said. The three-time chief minister and veteran Congress leader was discharged

G U WA H AT I , N OV 5 (PTI): Reporting of cybercrimes to the police is considerably low in Assam though a high level of awareness and understanding exists among the internet users, according to a survey report conducted by the Assam police and the Cyber Peace Foundation. The survey was conducted in the month of October to gauge the level of awareness around cybersecurity in the state and it was found that the respondents expressed a deep understanding on cybercrime though only 16 per cent had reported to the police when exposed to cybercrimes. “Only 16 per cent of the respondents stated that they have reported to the police when exposed to cybercrime while 32 per cent preferred reporting to the website and 22 per cent doing nothing at all”, the report said. Sixty-two per cent of the respondents, however, knew that cybercrime is reported at the police station and 58 per cent of respondents were also aware that Assam Police had dedicated cyber police stations and police personnel to deal with

cybercrimes. Seventy per cent of the respondents were aware of crimes committed with the intent of stealing the data from computer hardware while 71 per cent were aware of online harassment, 78 per cent about hacking, 68 per cent about online impersonation and 64 per cent about spreading fake news. Moreover, 71 per cent of the respondents knew that they are not supposed to click on a pop-up window that appears on the internet. About 73 per cent of the respondents were also aware that it was not safe to use public WiFi connections which are not password protected and 74 per cent were aware not to download mobile applications from sources other than apple store or google play store. The majority of the internet users in the state access the web for social networking with 91 per cent using sites such as Facebook and Whatsapp, 73 per cent for professional use such as emails and seeking information, 81 per cent for online purchases, 74 per cent for accessing news and article, 76 per cent for attending online

Congress refutes Meghalaya CM on coal issue

Campaigning for November 7 by-polls in Mnp ends Arunachal reports 77 new COVID cases

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Shillong, Nov 5 : Leader of Opposition in Meghalaya Assembly Dr. Mukul Sangma on Thursday hit back at the National People’s Party-led government over delay in auctioning of the 32 lakh metric ton of coal lying in the state. The former Congress chief minister also mocked the claims made by the government for stating of many legalities involved in the auctioning of coal. “If they can auction the unclaimed coal so fast even during holidays, when everybody is busy in festive mood, why are they slow in auctioning the 32 lakh metric ton so that if it is not there, we will all know,” Sangma asked. Refuting the contention of the NPP-led MDA government’s claim that the opposition Congress was confused on the coal issue, the veteran congress leader said, “The Chief Minister is saying that the opposition is confused, but it is not confused, Dr. Mukul Sangma is not confused at all.” He said that the opposition wanted the government to proceed ahead with the auctioning of the 32 lakh metric ton of coal lying in the state as claimed by the State government before the Supreme Court.

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IMPHAL, Nov 5: The silence period for the November 7 by-polls in four Assembly constituencies spread over three districts of Manipur commenced after campaigning ended at 5 pm on Thursday. By-polls to fill five out of 13 vacant seats of the state Assembly will go on November 7. However, polling will be held in four ACs as a BJP candidate in Singhat AC of Churachandpur district was elected unopposed. The four Assembly constituencies have a total of 1,31,512 electors who are eligible to cast their votes to decide the fates of 11 candidates in the fray. The opposition Congress is fielding its candidates in all the four constituencies where triangular fights will be witnessed in three constituencies. The ruling BJP is sending out its candidates in three ACs and backing an independent candidate in one constituency. A candidate of the NPP, the partner of BJP in the coalition government is also in the fray. The constituencies in which by-polls are to be held on November 7 are: Wangoi AC in Imphal West district, Lilong and

classes and 70 per cent for using banking services. Most internet users in the state have faced some form of cyber attacks during the last one year with about 63 per cent of the respondents at the receiving end of spam messages on their email. Twenty-five per cent of the respondents received hate messages on social media platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram while 26 per cent of the respondents have received pictures or videos that contained nudity. The survey was conducted by the Assam Police in collaboration with the NGO Cyber Peace Foundation as part of the Cyber Safety Month held in October every year to promote and bolster the levels of cyber safety awareness amongst citizens. The Cyber Safety Month campaign garnered over 1.9 million impressions online across the platforms of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp and Youtube while the Assam Police and CPF reached out to over 5,000 students and individuals to create awareness about the various forms of cyber threats.

Shillong, Nov 5: The Meghalaya Rights to Public Service Bill, aimed at providing time-bound delivery of services to the citizens, was introduced in the state assembly on the first day of the autumn assembly session Thursday. “The government intends to enact a law to provide for time bound delivery of the services to the citizens in the state of Meghalaya including liability of the government servants in case of default to deliver service to citizens,” Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said while introducing the Bill. According to the Bill, the state government would appoint a State Public Service Delivery Commission by issuing a notification. The legislation stated that every designated officer shall be duty bound to deliver services within the time period as notified as under the Sub-section (2) of Section 3 of this Act. The Bill has the provision of action against the designated officers for failure to deliver or render services to which the applicant is entitled. The Commission can impose a lump sum penalty

Wangjing-Tentha ACs in Thoubal district and Saitu (ST) AC in Kangpokpi district. The by-polls in these constituencies were necessitated after sitting Congress MLAs vacated their Assembly seats. A total of six Congress MLAs resigned from the state Assembly on August 10 last to pave way for the BJP-led coalition government to retain power when the state Assembly discussed a confidence motion to the N Biren-led coalition government. All the BJP candidates and an independent candidate in the fray are the resigned Congress legislators and two of the four Congress candidates are former vice-president of the state BJP unit. One of the ACs, Wangoi AC where state agriculture minister O Lukhoi is in the fray to retain the seat he had vacated before joining the saffron fold is in Imphal West district. The voting on November 7 will start at 7 am and conclude at 5pm of the same day. Meanwhile, Chief Electoral Officer Manipur is all set to conduct smooth and fearless by-polls in the four ACs which will be held amid the COVID-19 pandemic with the motto of

‘not leaving a single voter behind’. Under the supervision of Election Commission of India and the Chief Electoral Officer Manipur, District Election Offices were ready with various safety measures of COVID19 for voters, a release of the state DIPR said. “No need to panic, come forward, exercise your own rights and cast your valuable votes,” said the DEO, Imphal West Naorem Praveen Singh. The DEO said that they have taken up safety measures for COVID- safe election focussing on masks and hand gloves distribution, thermal screening for all electors, sanitizer, soap and water for washing hands, social distancing for at least six feet from each other. He informed of token system to avoid queues, optional postal ballot facility for electors who are above the age of 80 and COVID positive and quarantined electors at different COVID care centres. Polling stations were also sanitized as a part of protective measures, he added. Explaining vividly about the process of casting a vote, he stated that every voter who comes out to vote will be provided

Conrad Sangma against the designated officer which may extend to Rs. 5000 at the first instance and up to Rs. 20,000 for repeated instances which shall be recovered from the officer, against whom the penalty has been imposed, the Bill specified. However, the Commission shall not be bound by the procedure laid down in the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 but shall be guided by principles of natural justice and subject to the other provisions of this Act and any rules made there under. “No civil court hall have the jurisdiction to settle, decide or deal with any question or to determine any matter which is by or under this Act required to be settled, decided or dealt with or to be determined by the State Public Service Delivery Commission,” the Bill specified.

hand gloves while standing in line maintaining COVID appropriate physical distance. Upon entering the polling booth, the polling officer-I will check the voter’s name on voter list and ID proof and the voter needs to lower his/her facemask for identification. Polling officer-II will mark the voter’s finger nail with indelible ink, give a slip and take the voter’s signature. Polling officer-III will take the slip and check the mark on the voter’s finger nail. Then, the voter can press ‘button’ against the candidate of his/her choice to vote on the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM); consequently a red light glows with a beep sound. In another step for COVID safe election, if the body temperature of any voter is found above the set norms in two readings, then the elector will be given a token/ certificate to come and vote at the last hour of poll. Adhering to COVID19 preventive measures, electors with COVID-19 related symptoms will be allowed to vote in the last hour of the poll. Every polling personnel will be provided with a Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) kit, the DEO assured.

Mnp HC declares Cong MLA’s election as void

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IMPHAL, Nov 5: The High Court of Manipur on Thursday declared election of a congress candidate in 2017 general elections to the Mainpur Assembly as null and void on grounds of failure to provide his financial assets and property in the election affidavit. Justice MV Muralidaran set aside Congress candidate Y Surchandra’s election, in an order passed on a petition filed by BJP candidate M Rameshwor, challenging the Congress candidate’s victory from Kakching constituency by a margin of 630 votes in the 2017 Manipur Assembly polls. In his election petition, Rameshwor had alleged that Congress candidate Surchandra and CPI candidate N Achouba failed to provide their financial assets and property correctly in the election affidavit. Interestingly, the Con-

gress MLA Y Surchandra who is the first respondent of the petition had already been disqualified as member of the state Assembly by the Speaker recently. He was among the four Congress MLAs disqualified from the state Assembly under 10th Schedule of Indian Constitution, popularly called the Anti-Defection Law after they defected to BJP though they were elected on Congress ticket in June this year. According to Rameshwor’s lawyer Asem Mohendro, after Surchandra provided false information regarding his assets and property in his election affidavit, Rameshwor had filed the petition soon after the 2017 election. Rameshwor had also raised objections at the time of scrutiny of nomination paper by Suchchandra, the lawyer said. He filed the election petition under Section 100

(1) (d) (i) and (iv) of the Representation of People Act, 1951 praying the court to declare that the election of the Congress candidate from Kakching Assembly Constituency in the 11th Manipur Legislative Assembly Election, 2017 as null and void. He further petitioned the court to declare him (petitioner) as elected member in the 11th Manipur Legislative Assembly Election, 2017 from the constituency, the lawyer added. Rameshwor alleged that in the nomination paper, Surchandra has failed to disclose full particulars of his assets and liabilities including the assets and liabilities of his dependants. Surchandra has failed to disclose vital material information in his affidavit pertaining to his nonagricultural lands. He has also failed to disclose the details of loan

or dues to bank/financial institutions and details of deposits in bank accounts of his spouse. The petitioner then prayed the court to declare the election of the Congress candidate as null and void and to declare him as elected member of Kakching Assembly Constituency. Congress candidate Surchandra secured 11133 votes when he was declared elected in 2017 election while the petitioner (Rameshwor) got 10503 votes and was the runnerup. If Rameshwor is declared as elected from the constituency, the strength of the ruling BJP that won 21 seats in the elections to the state Assembly will increase to 23. The ruling party had already secured one more seat ahead of the November 7 by-poll after its candidate from the Singhat AC of Churachandpur district was elected unopposed.

from the hospital on October 25 after undergoing treatment for the coronavirus infection and other postrecovery complications. But he was admitted to the facility again on November 1 and put on ventilator support as his health condition had deteriorated, a doctor treating him had said. His ammonia level was found to be slightly high but his condition has improved since then and doctors attending on him said that he was mentally stable and alert. Gogoi’s health condition is being monitored by the same nine-member committee of doctors, led by the Head of Pulmonary Medicine Dr Jogesh Sarma, which was formed by the state government after he had tested positive for COVID-19 in August. Gogoi had tested posi-

Itanagar, Nov 5 (PTI): Arunachal Pradesh’s COVID-19 tally rose to 15,160 on Thursday as 77 more people tested positive for the infection, a senior health official said. A coronavirus patient succumbed to the infection, pushing the state’s COVID-19 death toll to 43, he said. The 60-year-old man, also suffering from chronic liver ailment with hepatic encephalopathy, died at a COVID health centre in Tirap district’s Khonsa on Tues-

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tive for COVID-19 on August 25 and was admitted to the hospital the next day. The octogenarian leader’s health condition had deteriorated on August 31 with a sudden fall in oxygen saturation level. He was administered plasma therapy and became stable later. The veteran Congress politician has issued an audio tape from the Intensive Care Unit(ICU), saying that it was hisaim in life to serve the people of the state till the end of his life and he will continue to do so in whatever way he can. It is the love and warm wishes of young people,students, farmers, weavers, labourers and all sections of society that serves as a blessing for his social and political life and this will guide and inspire him till the end, Gogoi said.

day, State Surveillance Officer (SSO) Dr Lobsang Jampa said. The Capital Complex region reported the highest number of new cases at 21, followed by Upper Subansiri (eight) and Upper Siang (seven), he said. The positivity rate in the state stands at 11.14 per cent and the death rate at 0.28 per cent, the official said. Two fresh infections were detected through RT-PCR tests and 75 through rapid antigen tests, Jampa said.

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NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE UNDER PART-1 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925. Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late Paukum has been applied by Smti Naomi, W/o Late Paukum, R/o H.No. 79, Nsong Village, Dimapur, Nagaland for possession of: 1. Pension Benefits, 2. SBI A/C 11596941492 Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may if she/ he so desire appear in this court on or before the said day of 4th Dec. 2020. Given under the hand and seal of the court on this the 5th Nov. 2020. DP-4834

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Dated Dimapur the 5th October, 2020 No. REV-19/2011-D/Pt-II/9695-96/ Notice is hereby given that Toluvi Sema, R/o Purana Bazar (AK) has applied for correction of his name and father's name from Toluvi Sema, S/o Johashe Awomi to Toluvi Awomi, S/o Zhuhashe Awomi. The Spot veriﬁcation found that the land falls at Purana Bazar Village under part of Dag No. 799 covered by Patta No. 469 at Dimapur Mouza No. 3. the ara on the ground position is 00B-03K-00Ls which tallies with the area in the revenue records. Therefore the undersigned hereby invites claims/objections if any for the rectiﬁcation of name under Patta No. 469 as mentioned above should be submitted to this court in writing within one month from the date of publication of this notice. SCHEDULE OF LAND North : Plot of S.C Jamir, South : Plot of Kania Mech East : Plot of S.C Jamir, West : PWD Road. Sd/- Rajesh Soundararajan, IAS Deputy Commissioner Dimapur : Nagaland DP-4824

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NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE UNDER PART-1 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925. Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefit of Late E. Myanthung Yanthan has been applied by Shri/Smti. Lucy M Yanthan, W/o. Lt. E. Myanthung Yanthan, H/No. 49, Upper MTC Colony Wokha, Nagaland for possession of; 1. PPO payment Order No. 141403468 Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may, if she/he so desire appear in this court on or before 03/12/2020. Given under the hand and seal of the court on this day the 03/11/2020. Sd/- District & Session Judge Wokha : Nagaland WC-245

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Determined to protect sovereignty: Rajnath

Rajnath Singh loving country. We believe that differences should not become disputes. We attach importance to the peaceful resolution of differences through dialogue,” he said. “We are committed to respect for various agreements and protocols that India has entered into for the maintenance of peace and tranquillity on our borders. However, India is determined to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity in the face of unilateralism and aggression, no matter what the sacrifice.” S i n g h ’s c o m m e n t s came on the eve of the eighth round of high-level military talks between the armies of India and China on the border standoff. On Pakistan, Singh said the neighbouring country continues to remain “adamant” on the use of

‘Global eco fallout of Covid will remain a challenge’

NEW DELHI, NOV 5 (PTI): The global economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic will continue to remain a challenge and India has been looking at it not as constraints but as an opportunity for its economy as well as rebalancing of the international system, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla said on Thursday. In an address at a virtual seminar, Shringla also said India is committed towards working for a rulesbased international order underpinned by rule of law, transparency, freedom of navigation, respect for territorial integrity and sovereignty, and peaceful resolution of disputes. The comments came in the backdrop of China’s growing expansionist behaviour in eastern Ladakh, South China Sea and IndoPacific region. “Our objective remains advancing the security and economic interests of all countries,” he said at the seminar organised by the National Defence College. Shringla said India has developed a unique way of sharing its developmental experiences with its partners that has projected the country’s strategic intentions to be a “force for good” in multiple geographies across the globe. “The global economic fallout of the pandemic will continue to remain a challenge for us in times to come as we saw during the 2008 economic recession. The setback of this magnitude requires a carefully deliberated approach,” he said. The foreign secretary also highlighted how India has been dealing with the pandemic with a proactive response. “The breakdown of the global supply chains has, perhaps, for the first time led us to think and

terrorism as state policy. “However, we have achieved substantial success in working with progressive and like-minded countries to not only expose Pakistan’s regressive policies but also make it increasingly difficult to continue with its previous business as usual approach,” he added. The defence minister said India has proved that countries that employ terrorism as an instrument of national policy can also be deterred through options that were considered unimplementable in the past. Singh said the armed forces have also ensured the defence of India’s borders and interests during the recent period despite “obvious challenges”, as a result of their well thought out policies, and the ability to continue with their operational responsibilities despite the pandemic. Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar, who also spoke, said India has “stood up” to the challenges along its northern borders. In his address, the defence minister talked about efforts being made to enhance India’s military prowess as well as to boost domestic defence production. “Peace can only be ensured through the ability to deter war. We have at-

tempted to build this deterrence through a judicious combination of capability development and an emphasis on long term policy of indigenisation.” Singh touched upon India’s journey post Independence and said perhaps the “most fundamental lesson that the roller coaster of the rise and fall of nations taught us was that peace cannot necessarily be achieved by a desire for peace but by the ability to deter war.” “Unfortunately, the mere desire to seek peace, if not reciprocated by others, does not necessarily succeed in building a harmonious environment in a world beset by conflicting ideas of security, sovereignty and national interests.” Singh also spoke of challenges of proliferation of certain technologies that have empowered both the constructive and destructive tendencies of its users. “I do not need to tell this audience about the evolving and changing character of war. This change is being driven by the multiplicity of challenges and the proliferation of technology that has empowered both the constructive and destructive tendencies of its users.”

“This clearly suggests a widening scope of conflict and its manifestations. It also indicates that unless we can meet these challenges through an equally broadbased all of government approach; our efforts are likely to fall short,” he said. The defence minister spoke of India’s growing bilateral ties with the US, Japan and Russia as well as with the countries in the immediate and extended neighbourhood. “With the exception of Pakistan, given its agenda of fuelling terrorism, India has improved its relations with all neighbours. We have invested heavily to help and support our friends to forge a relationship of mutual-respect and mutual-interest,” he said. He said India has fostered close relationships and partnerships with likeminded friends to further the common interests of countries in the region and beyond. “Our strategic partnership with the US is stronger than ever before”. The defence minister also highlighted the approach adopted on national security in the last six years and noted that its four broad principles are likely to guide the country to face the future challenges.

Arnab challenges arrest; HC to hear interim bail plea today

MUMBAI, NOV 5 (PTI): The Bombay High Court will on Friday hear an application filed by Republic TV Editor-in- Chief Arnab Goswami seeking interim bail in the 2018 abetment of suicide case in which he has been arrested. Goswami was arrested on Wednesday from his residence at Lower Parel in Mumbai for allegedly abetting the suicide of architect and interior designer Anvay Naik, and was taken to the Alibaug police station in neighbouring Raigad district. He was produced before a magistrate’s court which remanded him in judicial custody till November 18. Goswami then moved the HC against the “illegal arrest”, sought a stay to the investigation and a direction to the police to release him. He has also sought that the FIR against him be quashed. A division bench of Justices S S Shinde and M S Karnik on Thursday directed Goswami to make the complainant in the case, Akshata Naik, Anvay’s wife, a respondent to his plea. “We have to hear all the parties concerned before considering the interim relief sought. We have to also hear the complainant as the

KOLKATA, NOV 5 (PTI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday conducted search operations at five locations in Kolkata in connection with the ongoing probe into cattle smuggling, officials said. The search operations started in the morning, a CBI spokesperson said. Raids were also conducted at the office premises and residences of two chartered accountants in the city, he said. On September 23, the agency booked a former commandant of the BSF and three others in connection with cattle smuggling along the India-Bangladesh border. Earlier, the CBI carried out searches at 13 locations in Kolkata and Murshidabad in West Bengal, Ghaziabad in UP, Amritsar in Punjab and Raipur in Chattishgarh.

family of the deceased has filed a petition here seeking transfer of the probe,” the bench said. “The respondents (the Maharashtra government and the complainant) are entitled to respond....We will consider the interim relief sought tomorrow,” the court said. Senior counsel Aabad Ponda, appearing for Goswami, said a bail plea filed before the Alibaug magistrate’s court has been withdrawn. “The magistrate had not given clarity on when the bail plea would be heard and had also expressed difficultly in hearing the same as the case lies in the jurisdiction of the sessions court. “Hence, we are seeking for interim bail here in high court,” Ponda said. Senior counsel Harish Salve, also appearing for Goswami,

UGC notifies guidelines for reopening of universities, colleges

NEW DELHI, NOV 5 However, for state uni- physical classes to be done zones. Further, students (PTI): The University versities and colleges, the as per the decision of the and staff living in containGrants Commission (UGC) respective state govern- respective state government zones will not be on Thursday notified guide- ments will have to take a ments,” they said. allowed to attend the collines for reopening of uni- call, the guidelines said. The universities and leges,” the guidelines said. versities and colleges across “For centrally funded colleges have been asked to “Students and staff the country which have higher education institu- plan the opening of cam- shall also be advised not been closed since March tions, the head should puses in a phased manner, to visit areas falling within in view of the COVID-19 satisfy herself or himself with such activities that ad- containment zones. The pandemic. regarding the feasibility of here to COVID-19 norms faculty, staff and students For central universi- opening of physical classes including social distancing, of the university and colties and other centrally and decide accordingly,” use of face masks and other lege should be encouraged funded higher education the guidelines said. protective measures. to download ‘Aarogya Setu Harsh Vardhan Shringla institutions, the decision for “For all other institu“The universities and App’,” they said. reopening of campuses has tions including state univer- colleges shall only be al“Students of all reexplore alternative possibili- been left to the Vice Chan- sities, private universities, lowed to open if they are search programmes and ties. India’s view has been cellors and heads. and colleges, opening of outside the containment post-graduate students in to look at the challenge not as constraints but as an opportunity for our economy as well as rebalancing the international system,” he said. Shringla said the pandemic has uncovered the vulnerabilities of nations (A Central University Established by an Act of Parliament 1989) and reinforced the need to School of Engineering & Technology retain “strategic autonomy”. NO.NU/SET/ADMS-1/2020Dated: 04/10/20 Shringla also referred to India’s non-permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) beginning January 2021. “UN security Council dynamics have changed considerably in the last decade. As a rule abiding st democracy and positive contributor to the security th of global commons, India aims to bring innovative and inclusive solutions to foster development,” he said. Talking about evolving geo-political scenario, Shringla said India’s role in its extended neighbourhood in recent years has DC-693 been that of a “net security provider”. At the same time, he added that net security does not have to be seen in the context of hard security. “Net security also means cooperation with our neighbours in the IndoPacific region on maritime security, anti-piracy, maritime surveillance and responding to marine pollution etc,” he said.

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argued that no prejudice will be caused to the prosecution if he was released on bail. The court, however, said it cannot consider the issue of bail without giving the respondents a chance to argue. Ponda also argued that the police have resurrected a dead case in which a closure report had been filed and accepted by the Chief Judicial Magistrate at Alibaug in Raigad district by an order dated April 16, 2019. The petition alleged that Goswami and his son were assaulted by the police team when it arrested the journalist in a “motivated, false and closed case”. “This is another attempt of political witchhunt and vendetta politics against the petitioner and his channel,” it alleged. A case that was “decisively closed” was reopened for forcibly arresting the petitioner “in a prima facie act of revenge and vengeance for his news coverage”, it said. It claimed that in May 2018, the police had recorded the statements of Goswami and two senior officials of Republic TV, and he had also provided documents to the police about the business transactions with Naik’s company.

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science and technology programmes may join as the number of such students is comparatively less and norms of physical distancing and preventive measures can be easily enforced.” “Final year students may also be allowed to join for academic and place-

ment purposes, as per the decision of the head of the institution,” it added. The commission has said that the institutions should have a plan ready for such international students who could not join the programme due to international travel restrictions or visa-related issues.

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NEW DELHI, NOV 5 (PTI): As the border standoff with China in eastern Ladakh enters the seventh month, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said India wants peaceful resolution of differences but at the same time it is determined to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity in the face of “unilateralism and aggression” no matter what the sacrifice. Speaking at a virtual seminar organised by the National Defence College on the occasion of its diamond jubilee, Singh also said that deterrence of war is important to achieve peace. He said India believes that differences should not become disputes and is committed to respect various agreements and protocols that the country has entered into for maintenance of peace and tranquillity along the borders. Singh touched upon a wide range of issues of strategic significance including the evolving security challenges facing the nation and how the government is trying to enhance India’s overall combat capabilities. “India has been facing other challenges on its borders. India is a peace-

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Virus mutates

study involving more than 5,000 COVID-19 patients in Houston found that the virus that causes the disease is accumulating genetic mutations, one of which may have made it more contagious. According to the paper published in the peer-reviewed journal mBIO, that mutation, called D614G, is located in the spike protein that pries open our cells for viral entry. It’s the largest peer-reviewed study of SARS-CoV-2 genome sequences in one metropolitan region of the U.S. to date. When the world continues to fight the Wuhan virus pandemic that has thoroughly devastated economies and way of life, it is not good news that a new mutation D614G of the Covid-19 causing the virus SARS-CoV-2 has been detected. Said to be ten times more infectious than coronavirus, the new virus mutant –D614G- changes the symptoms, treatments, and other factors which is present in the proteins and changes the amino acid position at 614, from D (aspartic acid) to G (glycine). That’s how it is named D614G. The D614G mutation was first detected in Europe in February in a swap sample. The mutated strain was reported in Malaysia in August. Researches claim that D614G strain has a higher viral load and infectious pattern than that of virus ‘Wuhan1’. As per the lab studies the original strain infects up to 4 cell lines while the new one is ten times more infectious. Some studies also state that the new strain might be more transmissible than the first one. However, as these are the results of the lab studies, the original result might be different when in contact with humans. Medical experts state that till now the mutant only brings changes in the protein spike and most likely won’t affect the immunogenicity much. This means the vaccine is made for Covid-19 can be used for the D614G strain as well. As long as the mutant isn’t aggressive, the treatment works. However, anything can be officially only said once the Vaccine is out and real results can be seen. Nothing much can still be said about the D614G variant. The revelation of how dangerous the mutant is has brought the worst fear of experts forward. Covid-19 has already affected people’s lives and increased mortality rates around the globe. Though viruses with RNA-genomes such as SARS-CoV-2, HIV and influenza undergo mutations quickly, this coronavirus has been very slow in picking up mutations compared to HIV or influenza. Scientists have found a ‘proofreading’ protein in SARS-CoV-2 that keeps its rate of mutations low. This is good news for vaccine development as this is a sign that the virus is stable in nature and hence can easily be neutralised. Scientists have catalogued some 12,000 mutations in SARS-CoV-2 after studying more than 95,000 genomic sequences of the virus. According to studies, the body’s antibody defence against the coronavirus remains strong for at least three months after infection, according to a study of more than 100 people who mostly had mild to moderate COVID-19. Common ailment such as influenza viruses survive for longer outside the body in cold, dry air than in warmer, more humid environments. This has led to conclusions that the virus has chance to infect more people in winter than in spring and summer. Warnings have been issue about expected spike of COVID-19 during winter which would definitely make it as the long winter.

DailyDevotion Partakers of His Suffering

…but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings… —1 Peter 4:13 If you are going to be used by God, He will take you through a number of experiences that are not meant for you personally at all. They are designed to make you useful in His hands, and to enable you to understand what takes place in the lives of others. Because of this process, you will never be surprised by what comes your way. You say, “Oh, I can’t deal with that person.” Why can’t you? God gave you sufficient opportunities to learn from Him about that problem; but you turned away, not heeding the lesson, because it seemed foolish to spend your time that way. The sufferings of Christ were not those of ordinary people. He suffered “according to the will of God” (1 Peter 4:19), having a different point of view of suffering from ours. It is only through our relationship with Jesus Christ that we can understand what God is after in His dealings with us. When it comes to suffering, it is part of our Christian culture to want to know God’s purpose beforehand. In the history of the Christian church, the tendency has been to avoid being identified with the sufferings of Jesus Christ. People have sought to carry out God’s orders through a shortcut of their own. God’s way is always the way of suffering— the way of the “long road home.” Are we partakers of Christ’s sufferings? Are we prepared for God to stamp out our personal ambitions? Are we prepared for God to destroy our individual decisions by supernaturally transforming them? It will mean not knowing why God is taking us that way, because knowing would make us spiritually proud. We never realize at the time what God is putting us through— we go through it more or less without understanding. Then suddenly we come to a place of enlightenment, and realize— “God has strengthened me and I didn’t even know it!”

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Konyak border area villages are ‘cradles of Naga sovereignty’

ince, from 1950s Naga national workers, the so called Naga Political leaders are searching the place to shelter to seek the full Naga independence for the common Naga cause. The Naga national workers came to the Eastern Nagaland (formerly) presently naming us Myanmar Naga which is the only place purely remain Naga Area, neither conquered by India nor full occupied by Myanmar, keeping as war houses without any condition for future. NSCN/ GPRN, Indian and Myanmar, three junctures living on intolerable atmosphere every day facing un-imaginable situations by three party armed forces. Despite of international benefits on development from both sides, we are living in the core of arms occupation from India on the west, Myanmar on the East and Naga national workers forces in the centre. Till today innocent people get sufficient advantages of arms and bombs joint operations from three governments. Whereas totally nil in every facilities for human requirements on the advantages of living in the border area so called, “International Boundary” for Indian and Myanmar countries, on the other area of International Boundaries are opposite from our border by development

in the education, technology and advancement for the upliftment of the border area people by implementing various variety of development progress every day. Today, I would like to plead to the Naga national workers, so called, Naga National Political Groups and NSCN/GPRN leaders who are presently working for the future of Naga Independence, that Eastern Naga ( Konyak area people) are revising to look back on your political “Cradle ground” while reformation of Naga national workers government from NNC/FGN to NSCN/ GPRN and taking place at political play ground. People are respecting and honouring you that you are Naga political leaders not the Naga personal leader. Whatever, independence conditions would bring for the Naga, we are hoping that we will also be included we trust, despite of Nagaland Naga independence or particular area wise or calling us different country name. This dialogue is un-acceptable, hence innocent life have tolerated countless miserable situation and services without any cost in the Naga Independence. Naga national leader should not keep unsolved problems trying to extend our conditions to talk later, whereas people are waiting for your

independence. Since all the Naga national leaders have been settled in Eastern Naga soil they should not easily ignore us which would be painful for us. Public wants to remind you not to be deaf, not to be blind on our side and not to forget the past political nurturing places while, the beginning to re-start the Naga national movement to retaliation to the Indian forces after the Nagaland statehood was created. We received the Naga leader and provided what we have, we saved your life from the many hidden adversaries in our fields in the name Naga national cause, in respect and fearing for the banner of “Nagaland For Christ” , as your commitment and promises to work for Nagas, without any differentiation, black or white, East or West and South or North, Naga will be one under the umbrella of “Nagaland For Christ” and NNC and NSCN/GPRN are responsible to bring unique independence separated from other countries was your pledge. Basing on your advice, we have been serving without any condition voluntarily, by physical services for the Naga nation, and we have lost lives while protecting you from armed forces. We have been offering our domestic animals whenever Naga

Govt must support India’s manufacturing sector

hough India has emerged as the fastest-growing major economy over the past few years, its growth has primarily been driven by its services sector which contributes close to 55 per cent to the country’s GDP compared to the manufacturing sector whose share in the GDP has stagnated at around 16 per cent. The government has also shared its intention of turning India into a manufacturing powerhouse and raising the share of manufacturing in India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to 20 per cent by 2025. Traditionally, manufacturing has been given higher importance when compared to the Services and Agriculture sectors as a large manufacturing base generates large scale employment opportunities and helps distribute wealth among the workforce in a better and more equitable manner. Many of India’s Asian peers with a higher contribution of manufacturing to GDP have been able to address the issue of poverty and unemployment better than India. These include Indonesia where manufacturing has a 20 per cent share of GDP, Malaysia with 22 per cent, Thailand with 27 per cent, and China with 29 per cent. Though many successive governments have tried to raise the share of manufacturing in the country’s GDP, they have been unsuccessful in doing so and while manufacturing forms an integral part of the industrial sector, its sectoral growth has ranged around 7 per cent. The Covid-19 pandemic presents a unique opportunity for India to present itself as an attractive destination for manufacturing as more and more companies look to diversify their supply chains away from China. For India to become a manufacturing powerhouse, it needs to concentrate on sectors that have contributed greatly to the success of manufacturing in India and still hold immense growth potential. These sectors include Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Electronics manufacturing, Steel, and especially Automobile which has served as a shining example of success in India’s manufacturing story. With proper government support, these sectors can drive India’s manufacturing growth and provide employment to millions in future. The Automobile Industry in India contributes 7.1 per cent to the country’s GDP and around 49 per cent to India’s

manufacturing GDP as of 2019. It became the fifth-largest auto market in 2019 with sales reaching 3.81 million units. The automobile industry is one of the largest employment providers in the country and employs close to 29 million people across the country. The automotive sector has a large economic multiplier impact and is one of the most critical sectors of the economy. In the United States, the auto industry boasts one of the highest “employment multipliers” of any industry in the US which means it helps create jobs beyond the realm of manufacturing. In the US, the multiplier effect is 8, meaning there are seven additional jobs in the US economy for every automaker job across manufacturer operations and while the structure of the automotive industry in the US and India would differ significantly, the Indian automotive industry too has a large multiplier effect as massive amounts of raw materials such as steel, aluminium, plastics, and other minerals and resources are used in the production of a car. Despite its huge growth in the country, the automotive sector does face some challenges which contributed to the slowdown in the sector. Affordability has become one of the main hindrances to the growth of the automobile sector in India. Prices have increased due to several factors like the shift to the stricter Bharat Stage-VI emission norms as well as new safety regulations. Automobiles in India are taxed at a very high rate. In addition to a GST of 28 per cent, another cess on cars is imposed and state road and registration tax are also added which may be hiked regularly by states to earn more revenues, driving up the costs of automobiles. The need for more global players to invest in India: The overarching element that could propel the growth of the sectors would be greater investments by foreign players. Foreign automobile companies have contributed immensely to the development of the industry ecosystem leading R&D activities, exports, and new product introductions, and introducing latest technologies into the sector through technology transfer. Hyundai Motors has led in the exports of passenger vehicles exporting 1.45 lakh units during the period of AprilDecember 2019 and Toyota plans on investing close to Rs

national worker demanded, we have been constructing houses by public wealth where you want to live. We gave our virgin forest abundantly without any cost, we carried your luggage till the designated places. Innocent people are afraid of your order to do whatever you want and serving as the second God during your life stay in Eastern Naga soil. We never regret about our services in the face of trouble and facing ugliest situation in everyday life. We offer our life in the name of sovereignty, as per your introduction and forced to work for the nation especially Konyak area are facing and serving due to living in the border area so called, International Boundary. Which are the villages easier to communicate between Eastern and Western Naga leaders and comfort to stay for operating Naga designated places and NGOs can come and take bold decision for the struggle of Naga causes. In 1996 to 1997 there were many great Naga leaders and national workers led by Shri. Late Papa Kholi and Shri. Late Papa SS Khaplang in the Chen Hoyat village and Chen Throilu villages. Public feels that after they depart from village they will have independence. However, that was very unfortunate meeting place as after they

2000 crore for the development of electric components and technology. Daimler has invested heavily in R&D and has achieved 90 per cent localization of the products it manufactures in India under the Indian brand Bharat Benz. The success of these foreign companies also helps in building a favourable reputation of the country as an attractive investment destination and resonates with the government’s call of ‘making in India for the world’. In addition to the automobile sector, other sectors such as steel, chemicals, electronics manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals contribute more than 2 per cent each to the country’s GDP with the electronics industry employing close to 13 million people, directly and indirectly, and the steel industry having a large employment multiplier effect of 6.8x. All of the above-mentioned sectors also hold immense export potential. Some of the common challenges faced by these industries include the lack of investment in R&D, high taxation, and low innovations leading to Indian products being incompetent in the global scenario and the Indian market being flooded with imports. The sectors also require more comprehensive and sectorspecific policies in line with Atma Nirbhar Bharat with a push towards exports. The government has introduced measures like the production linked incentive (PLI) scheme which gives incentives of 4-6 per cent to electronics companies for electronics manufacturing, a nearly Rs 1 lakh crore fund to encourage companies to manufacture pharmaceutical ingredients domestically by 2023, initiated reforms in the chemical industry to become self-reliant, and encouraged and incentivized the adoption of digital tools for improving efficiency in the steel sector. While the steps taken are worthy being appreciated, the government must further handhold and support these sectors during this difficult time. Together these sectors contribute to the majority of the manufacturing GDP and play an extremely important role in exports and with proper government support, can help with import substitution while paving the way for India to become a global manufacturing hub. Anurag Singh (IANS)

left from villages, the Myanamar Army launched severe and operation firing every year. 1999 to 2000 A.D after 2001 A.D Myanmar Amry operation was deployed three months with continuous firing, bombing, slaughtering domestic animals in the villages. These consequences were the most inhuman activities and unforgettable memory of worse year for people of Chen Hoyat, Chen Throilu and Chen Nyanching villagers’ life and in entire Konyak area. Till today villages are unable to settle even in own village because of “Nagaland for Christ”/ NNC/NSCN only. We remain out of development not by our fault or our brainless people but it was the Naga political issue and you should not claim the people narrow minded. Some great politician leaders are blaming us and it is totally unacceptable words for us since, Nagaland Naga leaders run from Nagaland and sheltering in the Eastern Naga area and convinced the people to support only the Naga government. Now it is too late for making re-instruction as after generation to generation we have been trusting and voluntarily worked for the Naga determination. Why we live without education, without communication and completely zero progress in

development? So, this issue recognize concern burdens for the Naga national leader as well as Naga apex body NGOs. Since, Eastern people save the Naga political history without bias of places or area we accept all the Naga leaders and serve without any conditions only to see Naga independence. Today, people want your vision towards us, people want peace, independence and not the pieces of independence. People don’t want to hear Myanmar Naga or out of Nagaland, as Naga leaders already have experience of our conditions and sacrifices for nation. People don’t want to see different faces when you leave from our soil neither we invite forces to come but you come yourself to seek full independence for the Naga. Leave yourself your commitment and promise which are still very fresh in mind. Till today people believe your political settlements to all of us and never lose hope that you will be independence provider, not the divider on the issues of Naga sovereign. Your recalling us and highest kindness will be appreciable for the common goal determination. K. Akham Honwang, General Secretary Eastern Konyak Union (Myanmar)

Pope Francis’ critique of capital, advocacy of justice

ehind the Pope’s composure is the conviction that the function of faith is to love, not bruise. Pope Francis during a inter-religious ceremony for peace in the Basilica of Santa Maria in Aracoeli, in Rome Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020 (AP Photo/ Gregorio Borgia) I wonder whether the Catholic Church is mature enough to appreciate the words of its supreme pontiff. But it may not be easy for the community of the faithful to reject them. This writer is not a Christian, but a materialist who does not believe either in god or in any religion. But I do respect the genuinely faithful in all religions. Pope Francis attracts communists like me in many ways. He is a spiritual teacher who has shown himself to be adept at rewriting the old chemistry between communism and religious beliefs. The world has been observing the words and deeds of Pope Francis since he occupied the Holy See of the Catholic Faith in 2013. His concern for an equitable and just society is palpable. Whatever may be the outlook and philosophy of those who desire a better world, he opens up possibilities of consensus. In his encyclical, Fratelli tutti, released recently at the Vatican, the pontiff unequivocally declared that all the magical theories of market capitalism have failed — including its mesmerising promise of the “trickle down”. In his Apostolic Exhortation in 2013, The Joy of the Gospel, the Pope described this theory as a myth. He said that the trickle-down promise cannot solve the problem of new types of violence and inequality created by neoliberal reforms. The new encyclical, published in the Vatican magazine, L’Osservatore Romano, and brought out after the COVID19 lockdown has already influenced the thinking processes and mindsets of many. Jesus’s emphasis on the humiliated and afflicted finds a voice in the stand taken by the Pope. In Laudato si, in 2015, he described the economic injustice imposed by globalisation. It made a microscopic minority richer while the great majority of the poor were driven to the margins of mainstream social life. This, says the pontiff, is great injustice. He did not hesitate to say that the resources of the earth belonged to the entire humanity and that the rich have no special ownership or authority over them. Pope Francis has talked about the injustice meted out by “capital” to the vulnerable sections of society. The extreme right-wing in America has branded him a “Communist at the Vatican”. The Pope responded by stating that he was not a Communist, but

if they spoke the right things, he would affirm them. What always resonates in the pontiff ’s message is his constant concern about the future of the world. In the third encyclical, he says that there can be no justification for war. This is also significant in that the pontiff rejects the concept of a justifiable war long held by the Church. The militaryindustrial complex that rakes up contentious issues to feed the arms trade, fuel animosity and stoke war will never agree with such a position. The Trump administration and the right-wing Republicans oppose him. Behind the Pope’s composure is the conviction that the function of faith is to love, not bruise. In 2019, when he entered into discussions with Sunni-Muslim leaders at Al Azhar in Egypt, he described it as a tryst of human brotherhood. He has approached the problems of migrants with the same sentiment. To the forces of extreme nationalism and hatred, he has made clear the Church’s attitude — one that is a departure from the times when the Church cooperated with these forces. After the pandemic, humankind will attempt to rebuild the world. Even then, some people are very likely to think that the path shown by capitalism is the only way. But it’s a path where disaster stalks at every corner — it would be wrong to not see the forces of capitalism behind climate change, global warming and the spread of the pandemic. It is suicidal to hope that new life will sprout in the shade of the old power structures. The new age demands new thoughts and ideas. The future of ideologies and religious teachings depends upon their response to these challenges. It is to this platform that Pope Francis enters, addressing us all as brothers and sisters. What makes him different is his infinite and unconditional love. That is why, though not a believer, I feel like loving him. As its head, the pontiff does not hesitate to question the attitude held by the Church for many a century. We assume that he is guided by the desire to direct the Church and the faithful along the pulses of the changing world. Of course, he has faced criticism — and will continue to do so. His position on homosexuality has not found total endorsement from his flock. But the humiliation heaped on the LGBT community needs to be called out. Messages of universal brotherhood cannot help to correct past mistakes. These messages need to be informed by a sense of justice — and therein lies the importance of Pope Francis. Binoy Viswam

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Follow the guidelines

COVID-19 pandemic is something very new to the world and even the medically advanced countries are struggling very hard to combat. In this regard, we, the general public should each take responsibility in adhering to the government SOPs to keep ourselves and loved ones safe. Health care givers in Nagaland are also trying their best to cater to the needs of the public. Stay safe and follow the guidelines. Kanili Yeptho, 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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India-made COVAXIN could be launched in Feb: Scientist

NEW DELHI, NOV 5 (AGENCIES): An Indian government-backed COVID-19 vaccine could be launched as early as February — months earlier than expected — as last-stage trials begin this month and studies had, so far, showed it is safe and effective, a senior government scientist has told Reuters. Bharat Biotech, a private company that is developing COVAXIN with the government-run Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), had earlier hoped to launch it only in the second quarter of next year. “The vaccine has shown good efficacy,” senior ICMR scientist Rajni Kant, who is also a member of its COVID-19 task-force, said at the research body’s New Delhi headquarters on Thursday. “It is expected that by the beginning of next year, February or March, something would be available,” Kant said. Bharat Biotech could not immediately be

contacted. A launch in February would make COVAXIN the first India-made vaccine to be rolled out. India’s cases of coronavirus infections rose by 50,201 cases on Thursday to 8.36 million, second only to the United States. Deaths rose by 704, with the total now at 1,24,315. The daily rise in infections and deaths has slowed since a peak in midSeptember. Kant, who is the head of ICMR’s research management, policy, planning and coordination cell, said it was up to the Health Ministry to decide if COVAXIN shots could be given to people even before the thirdstage trials were over. “It has shown safety and efficacy in phase 1 and 2 trials and in the animal studies — so it is safe but you can’t be 100 per cent sure unless the phase 3 trials are over,” Kant said. “There may be some risk, if you are ready to

take the risk, you can take the vaccine. If necessary, the government can think of giving the vaccine in an emergency situation,” he added. Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said in September that the government was considering granting an emergency authorisation for a COVID-19 vaccine, particularly for the elderly and people in high-risk workplaces. Several leading vaccine candidates are already in final-stage testing. An experimental vaccine developed by Britain’s AstraZeneca is among the most advanced ones, and Britain expects to roll it out in late December or early 2021. AstraZeneca has signed several supply-and-manufacturing deals with companies and governments around the world, including with the Serum Institute of India. Other late-stage vaccines are developed by Moderna Inc, Pfizer Inc with partner BioNTech SE, and Johnson & Johnson.

‘My last election’: Nitish drops bomb at Bihar rally

Can sense public anger against Mamata govt: Shah BANKURA (WB), NOV 5 (PTI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Thursday that he can sense massive public anger against the Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal and the death knell of her regime has been sounded. Shah urged the people to give the BJP a chance to form the next government in the state to fulfil the dream of “Shonar Bangla”. “Since last night, I am in West Bengal and can sense the massive public anger against the Mamata Banerjee government. On the other side, I can sense a hope among the masses that a change can be ushered in the state only under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi,” the senior BJP leader told reporters after garlanding the statue of revolutionary Birsa Munda here. Shah, who is on a twoday tour to the state, hit out at the Trinamool Congress government over the “killings” of BJP members.

PURNEA (BIHAR), NOV 5 (AGENCIES): With just a couple of days to go for the last phase of the assembly polls in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar made a sensational announcement at election rally in Purnea, that this will be his last elections. On the last day of campaigning, Kumar, while addressing the gathering in Purnia, said that ‘all’s well that ends well’, and urged the voters to put the ‘garland of victory’ on the NDA coalition in his last polls. The JD(U), which is part of the NDA, is expected to face a tough fight from Tejashwi Yadav-led RJD. Kumar has been facing hostile crowds at several election rallies—the latest being at Harlakhi in Madhubani, where onions were thrown at him. He, reportedly, lost his cool and asked the crowd to continue throwing onions at him. Similarly, Kumar lost his temper at an election rally at Parsa in Saran district on October 21 after a section of the crowd

Rift in Bihar NDA? Nitish hits out at Yogi over ‘infiltrators’ comment

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chanted “Lalu Zindabad”. He chided them for “acting on behalf of his political rivals”. On October 26, a slipper was thrown towards Kumar by protesters while he was going towards the helicopter after completing his speech at an election meeting at Sakra in Muzaffarpur district. Kumar had also come under fire for making unsavoury comments of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and his children, including Tejashwi Yadav. Political analysts say Kumar’s declaration might be a last-ditch attempt to woo the voters ahead of the final phase of polls on November 7. The counting is on November 10.

While campaigning in Bihar’s Katihar on Wednesday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath promised to root out “Bangla infiltrators”. “PM Narendra Modi’s government at the Centre has adopted a policy in this regard. Under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), the Centre gives citizenship to minority people persecuted in Bangladesh and Pakistan, but if anyone tries to infiltrate into India, he will be deported,” he said, reported Times of India. A day later, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar—BJP’s ally in NDA—hit out against “malicious statements”, in a dig seen as directed at Yogi. This also pushes into the spotlight the rift between the BJP and the JD(U) ahead of the election. Kumar said, reported NDTV: “Who does all this malicious campaigning? Who says all this faltu baat (nonsense)? Who will throw out people? No one dares do that. Everyone belongs to this country, everyone is Indian. Who talks like this? Our effort is to work for harmony, unity and brotherhood so there can be progress.” Early this year, amid raging protests over Citizenship Amendment Act and an all India NRC, he had asserted that a nationwide implementation of National Register of Citizens (NRC) was needless and had no justification. Speaking in the state legislative assembly in January this year, Kumar had said that NRC was an exercise confined to Assam as part of the accord signed by the Rajiv Gandhi government. “A nationwide NRC would be needless [koi zarurat nahin hai] and has no justification [koi auchitya nahin hai]. We do not think any such thing is going to take place. I think the prime minister, too, has spoken clearly on this”, he had said.

India slams Pak’s decision to transfer management of Kartarpur Sahib Will put an end to religious conversion: K’taka CM

NEW DELHI, NOV 5 (PTI): India on Thursday described as “highly condemnable” Pakistan’s decision to transfer the management of the Kartarpur Sahib gurudwara from a Sikh body to a separate trust, saying it runs against the religious sentiments of the Sikh community. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said India received representations from the Sikh community expressing grave concern over the decision to transfer the management and maintenance of the gurudwara from the Pakistan Sikh Gurudwara

Prabhandhak Committee to the administrative control of the Evacuee Trust Property Board, a non-Sikh body. In November last year, the two countries threw open a corridor linking Dera Baba Sahib in Gurdaspur in India with Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib in Pakistan, in a historic people-to-people initiative. “We have seen reports about Pakistan transferring the management and maintenance of the Holy Gurudwara Kartarpur Sahib away from the Pakistan Sikh Gurudwara Prabhandhak Committee, a body run by the minority Sikh Commu-

nity, to the administrative control of the Evacuee Trust Property Board, a non-Sikh body,” the MEA said. “This unilateral decision by Pakistan is highly condemnable and r uns against the spirit of the Kartarpur Sahib Corridor as also the religious sentiments of the Sikh community at large,” it said. The MEA said, the Sikh community, in its representations to India, expressed grave concern over the decision by Pakistan “targeting the rights” of the minority Sikh community in that country. “Such actions only

expose the reality of the Pakistani government and its leadership’s tall claims of preserving and protecting the rights and welfare of the religious minority communities,” the MEA said. “Pakistan is called upon to reverse its arbitrary decision to deprive the Sikh minority community its right to manage affairs of the Holy Gurudwara Kartarpur Sahib,” it said. Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara is located in Pakistan’s Narowal district across the river Ravi, about four kilometres

from the Dera Baba Nanak shrine. It is the final resting place of Sikh faith’s founder Guru Nanak Dev, who had spent the last 18 years of his life in Kartarpur. The Kartarpur corridor was thrown open in the midst of heightened tension between India and Pakistan over the Kashmir issue. The relations between the two countries nosedived after India scrapped Jammu and Kashmir’s special status on August 5, 2019 and bifurcated it into two union territories.

BENGALURU, NOV 5 (PTI): Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa on Thursday said the government will take strong measures to put an end to religious conversion in the name of “love jihad.” “In recent days there are media reports about religious conversion in the name of love jihad in Karnataka. I have discussed this with officials before coming here. What other states have done or not done is a different matter, but in Karnataka we will have to put an end to

it,” Yediyurappa said. Addressing the BJP state executive meeting in Mangaluru, he said, his government was mulling taking strong steps against such activities. “Young girls of the state are being lured in the name of love and money and are being converted to other religions, we have considered it seriously. After thorough review, we will take a strong measure,” he added. Karnataka Home Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Wednesday had said the

government was considering a law against religious conversion for the sake of marriage. BJP National General Secretary C T Ravi too in a tweet had recently said that on lines of Allahabad High Court’s order, Karnataka will enact a law banning religious conversions for the sake of marriage. “We will not remain silent when Jihadis strip the dignity of our sisters. Any one involved in the act of conversion shall face severe and swift punishment,” he had said.

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(From p-1) T.R. Zeliang also denied that he had endorsed the October 15 consultative meeting resolution as claimed by chief minister Neiphiu Rio. Zeliang. He said it Assam finance minister Himanta Biswa Sarma who advised him (Zeliang) to endorse the October 15 resolution and hold a joint press conference in Delhi but which he refused. Zeliang also said Union home minister Amit Shah reiterated that Naga flag and constitution were not negotiable and insisted on “one nation, one flag and one constitution”. Zeliang said that Shah had entrusted NPF to work out a formula so that the opposition and ruling party members could together convince the negotiation group in this regard.

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TU has therefore appealed to the government to re-think its decision and deliver justice without looking at the background of the person. TU said that as Thong was a member of the Rengma community, said such decision was an insult to Rengmas in general and RB Thong in particular. “Justice should be given place in the governance system and equality to all should be the priority of every government, if justice and equality is violated the democracy is murdered,” TU asserted. Further, TU demanded that justice be given to Thong as he deserved and affirmed that it would always stand firm for justice and raise its “voice loud and clear against any injustice.”

periencing a huge crunch of Coal, Fertilizer, Cement, POL, Container and Steel, adversely affecting the functioning of Thermal Power plants and other industries. On Wednesday, the Railways said that it has lost revenue from freight to the tune of Rs 1,200 crore in view of farmers agitation at over 32 places. A railway ministry spokesperson in a statement said the Railways continue to lose revenue as freight operations remain forcibly suspended due to the track blockages in Punjab. “Till November 4, more than 2,225 freight rakes could not be operated upon carrying vital commodities. Loss already expected to have crossed Rs 1,200 crore already,” the spokesperson said.He said that the agitators have continued dharna at platforms and near railway tracks. “ Tr a i n m ove m e n t again suspended due to operational and safety considerations as agitators have suddenly stopped some train movements and sporadic blockade continued at various places, especially around Jandiala, Nabha, Talwandi Sabo and Bathinda,” he said.

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DIMAPUR, NOV 5 (NPN): Tseminyu Union (TU) has expressed displeasure over the issue of posting of chief secretary by the state government on the ground that RB Thong, who was the senior most IAS cadre in Nagaland, was once again “deprived and humiliated”. TU president H Kegwalo Tep stated that Thong was superseded by his junior as chief secretary of Nagaland. Tep alleged that the government was not adhering to any rules but applying “political whims” to discriminate its employees. TU stated that such a discriminatory decision, in the highest bureaucratic level was “a clear indication of nepotism and violation of rules”, which it said, was “unfounded and undemocratic.”

Piyush Goyal New Delhi, Nov 5 national general secretary (IANS): Union Railways Tarun Chug BJP spokesperand Commerce Minister son R.P. Singh and Punjab Piyush Goyal on Thurs- BJP President Ashwani day once again urged the Sharma here today. Punjab government led by The BJP leaders apCaptain Amarinder Singh prised Goyal of the dismal to get the rail track and situation in Punjab due to railway properties cleared the farmers agitation, which of the agitators so that the has disrupted normal life national transporter can and production in farms resume goods and passen- and industries. The BJP ger services at the earliest leaders requested the Railin the larger interest of the way Minister for restoration people. of train services in the state Goyal urged the Pun- as soon as possible. jab government during the The BJP leaders highhigh level delegation of lighted that ongoing farmcentral and state leaders ers agitation in Punjab, representing Punjab met especially targeting rail him here over the indefinite property has severely affarmers agitation. fected passenger and goods The meeting was at- train services in the state tended by Union Minister for the past month. As a Hardeep Singh Puri, BJP result the state is now ex-

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the Indian firm said. RRVL had previously raised Rs 37,710 crore from leading global investors including Silver Lake, KKR, General Atlantic, Mubadala, GIC, TPG and Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA). The investments equip Reliance Retail with funds to compete in both offline and online formats. The investments come as the country’s retail sector prepares for the festival season and would help Reliance to launch an assault on rivals such as Walmart-owned e-commerce company Flipkart and Amazon. Reliance Retail Ltd operates India’s most profitable retail business spanning supermarkets, consumer electronics chain stores, cash and carry wholesale business, fast-fashion outlets and online grocery store JioMart. It operates about 12,000 stores in nearly 7,000 towns, across core categories of grocery, consumer electronics and apparel. The new funding comes weeks after Reliance acquired the retail, wholesale, logistics and warehouse business of Future Group for an enterprise value of Rs 24,173 crore to consolidate its dominant

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New Delhi, Nov 5 (PTI): Billionaire Mukesh Ambani-run Reliance Industries Ltd’s retail arm on Thursday raised Rs 9,555 crore from Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia, taking total fundraise in the last two months to Rs 47,265 crore. PIF will take a 2.04 per cent stake in Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL), the Indian firm said in a statement. The investment values RRVL, the retail arm of Reliance Industries Ltd, at a pre-money equity value of Rs 4.587 lakh crore. This is second investment by the Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund in an Ambani firm. It had previously picked up 2.32 per cent stake in Jio Platforms, the digital and telecom arm of Reliance, for Rs 11,367 crore. “This investment will further strengthen PIF’s presence in India’s dynamic economy and promising retail market segment,” the statement said. “The transaction is in line with PIF’s strategy as a leading global investor with a proven track-record of investing in innovative and transformative companies globally and develop strong partnerships with leading

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National Bank’s manager shot Battle for WH comes down to just few states Pakistan dead by security guard over ‘blasphemy’

Counting of votes still on in key battleground states

US officially leaves Paris Climate Agreement WASHINGTON, NOV 5 (IANS): The US has formally left the Paris Agreement, marking the only nation among nearly 200 signatories that abandoned this global agenda on combating climate change. US President Donald Trump announced in June 2017 that his country would leave the Paris Agreement. According to the agreement, its signatories can only formally request to quit the pact three years after it takes force, which falls upon November 4, 2019, and the withdrawal will take effect one year from delivery of the notification, meaning that the US will formally pull out of the pact on November 4 this year, Xinhua reported. Trump announced the withdrawal soon after he took office, citing concerns about the pact’s threat to the US economy. The Trump administration also rolled back environmental rules made in the Obama era to prop up the coal industry by allowing it to emit more greenhouse gases into the air.

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certain number of Electoral College votes partly based on the size of the population, with a total of 538 up for grabs. To reach the magic figure of 270 to claim victory, Trump, 74, must win all four remaining battleground states: Georgia, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Nevada. The Trump campaign has launched legal bids to stop the vote counts in Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Georgia and Michigan. There are approximately 90,735 ballots still outstanding in Georgia, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger’s office told CNN. The state has 16 Electoral College votes. With 71 per cent of mail-in ballots counted in Pennsylvania, officials still needs to count 763,000 of the 2.6 million cast, according to the state’s official website. The state has 20 Electroal College votes. North Carolina has 15 Electoral College votes

while Nevada has six. Projections on Wednesday put Biden, 77, as the winner in Michigan and Wisconsin, two states Trump won in the 2016 election. As several battleground states continue to count votes and the margins remain razor-thin, Biden tweeted Thursday morning: “Every vote must be counted.” “Keep the faith, guys. We’re gonna win this,” he tweeted. An hour later, President Trump tweeted, “STOP THE COUNT!” It’s unclear whether Trump’s missive was directed at a particular state or states, since his campaign has also advocated for counting every ballot in places where Biden is ahead. “All of the recent Biden claimed States will be legally challenged by us for Voter Fraud and State Election Fraud. Plenty of proof just check out the Media. WE WILL WIN! America First!,” the president tweeted. Earlier, Biden said, “I’m

continuing the ballots. “This is a major fraud on our nation,” Trump contended, adding, “As far as I’m concerned, I already have won.” In the battleground states key to determining the winner of the election — Georgia, Michigan and Pennsylvania — the Trump campaign filed lawsuits on Wednesday over mail ballot handling, while in Wisconsin the Trump team requested a recount. The Trump campaign said the president would formally request a Wisconsin recount, citing “irregularities in several Wisconsin counties”. Incomplete results indicate the margin between Trump and Biden in Wisconsin is less than one percentage point, which allows a candidate to seek a recount. The Trump campaign also filed a lawsuit in Michigan to stop counting there because it contended it had been denied “meaningful access” to observe the opening of ballots and the tally. His campaign asked the Supreme Court to intervene in the ballot counting in Pennsylvania, according to US media reports. T h e ove r a l l vo t e r turnout in the November 3 presidential election was projected to be the highest in 120 years at 66.9 per cent, according to the US Election Project.

LAHORE, NOV 5 (PTI): A senior manager of the state-run National Bank of Pakistan was killed by the bank’s security guard over the allegation of “blasphemy” in the country’s Punjab province, the police said on Thursday. Malik Imran Hanif, manager of the multinational commercial bank’s Quaidabad tehsil in Khushab, some 250 kms from here, was shot by the bank’s security guard Ahmed Nawaz, a retired Army personnel, on Wednesday morning. The deceased’s family said that it was a “coldblooded murder” by the accused over a personal grudge, claiming that the guard took the cover of blasphemy to save himself. The manager was shifted to Lahore’s Services Hospital in a critical condition where he succumbed to his injuries on Thursday, the police said, adding that Nawaz has been arrested. According to senior police officer Tariq Wilayat, Nawaz claimed that he opened fire at Hanif after he committed blasphemy. “This claim cannot be verified at this stage. Police are probing the matter from all the aspects including the statement of the deceased’s family that Nawaz killed him to settle a personal

grudge against him,” the officer said. Hanif ’s family said that Nawaz was fired a few months ago but he was subsequently reinstated. He nursed a grudge against Hanif over his sacking and both had a heated argument recently. Muhammad Razzak, another guard of the bank, told the police that after completing his nightshift, he was changing his uniform when he heard the gunshots. “I rushed towards the bank office where I found Hanif in a pool of blood and Nawaz fleeing,” he said. In a video posted on the social media, Nawaz can be heard saying he killed the bank manager because he had committed blasphemy.

Nawaz was seen being greeted by a crowd of supporters who also raised religious slogans and roamed in the city streets. Later, he surrendered himself before the police. Leaders of some religious groups addressed the mob from the rooftop of the police station where he surrendered himself. Police officials were seen standing helplessly. No case was registered immediately. Blasphemy is a hugely sensitive issue in Pakistan, with even unproven allegations often prompting mob violence. Anyone convicted or even just accused of insulting Islam risks a violent and bloody death at the hands of vigilantes.

Greece orders nationwide ‘Doing everything to end Nagorno-Karabakh conflict’ lockdown to curb COVID surge

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ATHENS, NOV 5 (AGENCIES): Greece ordered a nationwide lockdown on Thursday for three weeks to help contain a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, its second this year after a sharp increase in infections this week. “I’ve chosen to take drastic measures sooner rather than later,” Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said. Although having previously said a nationwide lockdown was a last option, Mitsotakis said he was forced to act after a spike in cases in the past five days, saying that without a lock-

down the pressure on the healthcare system would be “unbearable”. Under the new countrywide restrictions to take effect from Saturday, retail businesses will be shut with the exception of supermarkets and pharmacies. Greeks will need a permit to venture outdoors at allocated times. Primary schools will stay open, but high schools will shut. The country has reported fewer cases than most in Europe, mainly due to an early nationwide lockdown it imposed when

the pandemic broke out in February. It started unwinding those restrictions in May. Since early October Greece has seen a surge in infections and has been reimposing curbs. It follows other European countries including France and Britain that have begun new lockdowns. The resurgence of the virus in Greece was “particularly aggressive”, chief government scientific adviser Sotiris Tsiodras said, speaking alongside Mitsotakis. Greece registered 2,646 infections on Wednesday, the highest daily tally since its first case surfaced, bringing the total number of cases to 46,892. So far, 673 people have died of COVID-19. The main opposition, the leftist Syriza party, has criticized the government for failing to bolster the health system and protect businesses and jobs before the second wave hit, projecting a dramatic recession this year beyond official projections.

MOSCOW, NOV 5 (IANS): Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that his country was doing everything it could to end the ongoing conflict in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region. “Russia is doing everything in its power to make sure that the conflict in the South Caucasus ends as soon as possible, as well as to protect the lives of people who are unfortunately looking at each other down the barrel of a gun and are using weapons against each other,” TAA News Agency quoted Putin as saying at a meeting with religious leaders on Wednesday. The president emphasized that the goals of both opposing sides in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict can be achieved by peaceful means through negotiations. “We maintain contact with both Armenia and Azerbaijan. I hope that we will manage to achieve results on a basis acceptable to all those living in the region,” Putin said, emphasizing on the need to use peaceful methods. On October 31, the Russian Foreign Ministry had announced on Saturday

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that Russia will provide all the necessary assistance to Armenia in accordance with the 1997 treaty between the two countries if the clashes spill over into the latter’s territory, Xinhua news agency reported. The Ministry further called for an immediate ceasefire and de-escalation of tensions, urging parties to return to negotiations in line with the basic agreements reached by the foreign ministers of Russia, Azerbaijan and Armenia in Moscow on October 10. Putin’s remarks came almost a week after Armenia and Azerbaijan had agreed to avoid targeting civilians and residential areas amid the ongoing conflict between the two warring countries

Indonesia in ‘Delivery timetable for Mental confusion could be an recession after Oxford/AstraZeneca slips’ early sign of COVID-19, study says 22 years

LONDON, NOV 5 (PTI): Delirium or mental confusion accompanied by fever could be an early symptom of COVID-19, particularly in elderly patients, according to a review of studies. The research, published in the Journal of Clinical Immunology and Immunotherapy, suggests that together with the loss of the senses of taste and smell, and headaches that occur in the days prior to the manifestation of coughing and breathing difficulties, some patients also develop delirium. As such, the mani-

The accused Ahmed Nawaz, greeted by supporters after he killed the bank manager. (video grab)

festation of this state of confusion, when accompanied by high fever, should be considered an early marker of the disease, particularly in the case of elderly patients. “Delirium is a state of confusion in which the person feels out of touch with reality, as if they are dreaming,” explained Javier Correa from the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) in Spain. “We need to be on the alert, particularly in an epidemiological situation like this, because an individual presenting certain signs of confusion may be

an indication of infection,” said Correa, who carried out this study at the University of Bordeaux in France. Correa, together with UOC researcher Diego Redolar Ripoll, reviewed scientific work published on the effects of COVID-19 in relation to the central nervous system, i.e. the brain. The review found that there are growing indications that the novel coronavirus also affects the central nervous system, and produces neurocognitive alterations, such as headaches and delirium, as well as psychotic episodes. “The main hypotheses which explain how the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 affects the brain point to three possible causes: hypoxia or neuronal oxygen deficiency, inflammation of brain tissue due to cytokine storm and the fact that the virus has the ability to cross the blood-brain barrier to directly invade the brain,” said Correa.

J A K A R T A , N OV 5 (IANS): For the first time after 22 years, Indonesia has entered recession due to the heavy coronavirusinduced impact on the country’s economy, authorities said on Thursday. According to the authorities, the country’s growth fell 3.49 per cent in the third quarter of this year, compared to the same period in 2019, reports the BBC. A fall of 5.32 per cent in the second quarter of 2020 has pushed Indonesia into a recession. The last time there was a recession in South East Asia’s biggest economy was during the 1998 Asian financial crisis. Indonesian have predicted that 3.5 million people could lose their jobs due to the pandemic’s impact. Currently, Indonesia with more than 426,000 confirmed Covid-19 cases and 14,348 deaths, accounts for the highest infection rate in the region.

LO N D O N, N OV 5 (AGENCIES): The timetable for delivery of the Oxford University/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine candidate has slipped, the UK’s vaccine chief said, adding Britain will receive just 4 million doses of the shot this year. Britain had agreed in May to take 100 million doses of the vaccine, developed by Oxford University and licensed to AstraZeneca, with 30 million doses estimated for delivery by September 2020. Oxford’s trial chief said on Wednesday that he now hoped they would come by the end of the year, though the exact timing is unclear as it depends on infection numbers. UK Vaccine Taskforce Chair Kate Bingham said that the vaccine was being made in bulk first, known as “drug substance”, but could not yet be put into vials until more was known on the timing of late-stage trial data.

“We’ve not yet put them into vials because as soon as you put them into vials you start the clock for the... shelf life, or how quickly you have to use the vaccine,” she told lawmakers. “We are all ready to do that, but we haven’t done that yet.” AstraZeneca said in a written statement that it was making rapid progress to begin supplying hundreds of millions of doses on a rolling basis once it receives regulatory approval. “While we are ready to produce finished products, we must be thoughtful of how much is progressed to the final stages of the process to ensure maximum shelf life. We hold inventory in the drug substance form in order to have the longest possible shelf-life upon regulatory approvals,” it added. Britain has secured supply deals for six different COVID-19 vaccine candidates and more than 350 million doses.

over the disputed region. The decision came on October 30 after talks in Geneva between Armenian Foreign Minister Zohrab Mnatsakanyan and his Azerbaijani counterpart Jeyhun Bayramov, along with representatives from France, Russia and the US. On October 26, the latest US-brokered ceasefire reached between Armenia and Azerbaijan collapsed after the two sides traded accusations and attacks. This was the third agreement within weeks.

The two other Russiabrokered agreements were reached on October 10 and October 17, but both sides blamed each other for not observing them. A new round of armed conflict broke out on September 27 along the contact line of the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region, which is internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan but mostly governed by the Republic of Artsakh, a de facto independent state with an Armenian ethnic majority.

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OFFICE OF THE KACHARIGAON (PHEVIMA) STUDENTS' UNION DIMAPUR : NAGALAND Motto : "Unity Creates Excellence"

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The office of the Kacharigaon (Phevima) Students' Union (KPSU) congratulates Dr. Vimhaseno Neikha, D/o Mr. Kerisaho Neikha & Mrs. Neizopinuo Neikha on being conferred Ph.D. from Bangalore University on the topic "Vegetation dynamics across landscape in Kodayu region of Western Ghats, South India". The Union further wishes and prays for God's wisdom to guide & bless you in all your future endeavours. (PELEVITO KISO) PRESIDENT

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The Ao Union Peren with immense pride and honour would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Miss Matsunginla, daughter of Mr. Akangchizung for Securing 1st Rank in English Department, St. Joseph's College, Jakhama, in the recently conducted under graduate examination 2020, NU. The Union further extends best wishes for her future endeavours. Mr. Bendang Longchar Mr. Kilang Lkr President Gen Secy. Ao Union Peren Ao Union Peren

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WASHINGTON, NOV 5 (PTI): Weary Americans will have to wait for some more time to know the clear winner of the closely-fought election between Republican President Donald Trump and his Democratic rival Joe Biden, as the final outcome hinged on a few states on Thursday where a flood of mail-in ballots triggered by the coronavirus pandemic were still being counted. Two days after the presidential election, Biden is nearing the magical figure of 270 electoral votes to win the race to the White House, with the former US vice president bagging 253 votes compared to 213 won by Trump, according to latest US media projections. The results in six states — Georgia, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Arizona, Alaska and Nevada — are yet to be declared as officials counted millions of votes, some that were cast on Tuesday and many more during weeks of early voting amidst the surging pandemic. In the US election, voters decide state-level contests rather than a single, national one. Each US state gets a

not here to declare that we’ve won.?But I am here to report that when the count is finished, we believe we will be the winners.” ????? Biden could reach the 270 Electoral College vote threshold needed to win the election if he holds onto his leads in Arizona and Nevada. Trump, however, still has a path to victory if he can take back any one of the states where Biden is leading. Trump is leading in other states that have not yet been called: Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina and Alaska. By sweeping these, but not flipping a Biden-leaning state, Trump would end up with 268 Electoral College votes, just short of the 270 needed to win. But senior Trump campaign aide Jason Miller said: “By the end of this week, it will be clear to the entire nation that President Trump and Vice-President Pence will be elected for another four years.” Even as votecounting was ongoing in the early hours on Wednesday, Trump appeared before supporters at the White House to claim victory. The incumbent president said he would go to the Supreme Court to try to have what he called the “voting” stopped, although polls had closed hours earlier and state election officials were

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Miley Cyrus says coronavirus has Lashana Lynch confirms rumours WhatsApp unveils disappearing caused ‘more division’ within society about 007 role in ‘No Time To Die’ messages tool with 7-day limit W

‘Back To The Future’ actress Elsa Raven no more

ctress Elsa Raven, known for playing small but notable roles in films like Back To The Future and Titanic, is dead. Raven died at the age of 91 on Monday, reports variety.com. The late actress played the woman asking people to save the clocktower in “Back To The Future” and the realtor who sold the house in “The Amityville Horror”. Although most of her scenes as Ida Strauss in “Titanic” were edited, she was seen in the video of the song, “My heart will go on”. Raven was last seen in the 2011 film “Answers To Nothing”. On television, she appeared in “Seinfeld”, besides in an episode of “The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air”. She also She also played Inga the maid on the show “Amen” and Carlotta Terranova from 1987 to 1990 in “Wiseguy”. The late actress also had a recurring role in “Days Of Our Lives”. Raven was part of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences. She is survived by her sister-in-law Lynne Rabinowitz and her 15 nieces and nephews. (IANS)

in India. Once enabled, new messages sent in the individual or group chat will disappear after seven days. The most recent selection controls all messages in the chat. “This setting won’t affect messages you previously sent or received in the chat. In an individual chat, either user can turn disappearing messages on or off. In a group chat, only group admins can turn disappearing messages on or off,” WhatsApp informed. If a user doesn’t open WhatsApp in the seven-day period, the message will disappear. However, the preview of the message might still be displayed in notifications until WhatsApp is opened. “When you reply to a message, the initial message is quoted. If you reply to a disappearing message, the quoted text might remain in the chat after seven days”. If a disappearing

message is forwarded to a chat with disappearing messages off, the message won’t disappear in the forwarded chat. “If a user creates a backup before a message disappears, the disappearing message will be included in the backup. Disappearing messages will be deleted when a user restores from a backup,” WhatsApp explained. WhatsApp said that people should only use disappearing messages with trusted individuals. For example, it’s possible for someone to forward or take a screenshot of a disappearing message and save it before it disappears. “You can copy and save content from the disappearing message before it disappears and take a photo of a disappearing message with a camera or other device before it disappears,” the company advised. By default, media you receive in WhatsApp will be automatically downloaded to your photos. If disappearing messages are turned on, media sent in the chat will disappear, but will be saved on the phone if auto-download is on. (IANS)

iley Cyrus has said she believes that the coronavirus crisis has caused more division within society while stressing the importance of the US presidential election. The pop star, who is set to release her new album ‘Plastic Hearts’ this month, appeared on the Scandinavian chat show Skavlan earlier this week when she was asked whether she agreed with Madonna’s view that COVID was a “great equaliser”. “I don’t agree with that,” Cyrus replied. “I think that we’ve seen more divide recently than I have in my lifeline, just because we are really understanding the division between race and wealth, and that wealth and health can actually be the same thing. “I think that’s unfathomably wrong and that

is why our election is so important. So no, I don’t believe Covid has been an equaliser in any way.” In the run-up to ‘Plastic Hearts’ (out November 27), Cyrus has shared lead single ‘Midnight Sky’ as well as various rock-orientated covers, including The Cranberries’ ‘Zombie’, The Cure‘s ‘Boys Don’t Cry’, Blondie’s ‘Heart Of Glass’ and Eagles‘ ‘Take It To The Limit’. The singer previously said that her forthcoming seventh record “will be reflective of who I am, which is just kind of all different pieces of inspiration and influence.” Cyrus has also revealed that she’s been in the studio working on a Metallica covers album. It comes after she performed the band’s classic track ‘Nothing Else Matters’ during her appearance at Glastonbury 2019. (NME)

o Time To Die star Lashana Lynch has confirmed her character is replacing James Bond as 007. The actress, who plays MI6 agent Nomi in the forthcoming Bond film, addressed speculation earlier this year that Lynch would take up Bond’s mantle. Lynch spoke of her role in a new interview with Harper’s Bazaar, addressing online criticism following the announcement earlier this year. “I am one Black woman – if it were another Black woman cast in the role, it would have been the same

conversation, she would have got the same attacks, the same abuse,” she said. She added: “I just have to remind myself that the conversation is happening and that I’m a part of something that will be very, very revolutionary.” No Time To Die was subject to further delays last month, in light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The 25th Bond film was originally due to reach cinemas in April 2020, being then delayed until November and now postponed until April 2021. “We understand the delay will be disappoint-

ing to our fans but we now look forward to sharing No Time To Die next year,” MGM, Universal and Bond producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli said in a statement on social media. The new film will see Daniel Craig return as Bond, opposite Lashana Lynch as Nomi, and will also star Ana de Armas, Rami Malek, Léa Seydoux, Ben Whishaw, Billy Magnussen and more. No Time To Die is currently scheduled for a theatrical release on April 2, 2021. (NME)

‘Virtual world has prospered in the Miss Phek Pfithu imparts training for uneducated women times of the pandemic’: Amitabh W

he virtual world has prospered in the time of Covid, observes Amitabh Bachchan. Big B took to his official blog to express his thoughts on how “virtual” we have become during the ongoing pandemic. He also shared his views on virtual celebration of

Karwa Chauth. “The virtual world has prospered in the times of the pandemic .. even though the loved ones are far away and not in the proximity the moon is video Facetimed to them so they can break their fast and after the traditional pooja .. feed themselves .. come out of the fast ,

dressed in all the finery and traditional clothes .. dressed like a bride,” he wrote. “The country is filled with such emotion and culture .. traditions of thousands of years .. and the dedication to carry it through .. how were they designed .. how did they last for so many years .. what has been the devotion of its compliance .. and its lasting presence ever,” he continued. “But in passing .. affection love and emojied hugs are the fresh and modern language of the times .. and in its convenience , never is it to be implied that the shape be a substitute .. a substitute is a substitute .. the actual factual is the real deal,” he added. Bachchan also defined Karwa Chauth in his blog: “The day of blessings .. to the prayer and wishes from the wives for their husbands .. Karva Chauth .. when they fast .. when they wait till the moon is sighted through a sieve .. a pooja ..the ‘sargi’ in the morning .. and their dedication and love for their loved ones.” (IANS)

ith a vision to help uneducated women in learning about women empowerment and self sustainability, reigning Miss Phek Shefüvi Pfithu initiated a one-day skill training programme on dish wash, handwash and detergent at Matikhrü village, Meluri sub-division of Phek district on Thursday. This was initiated under the project “beauty with a purpose” with the theme “sustainability in self efficiency: Embracing womanhood” supported by Vogue Entertainment Nagaland. Pfithu said the purpose of the project was to help unemployed women in her community to impart skills which can generate income in a sustainable way and also to let them understand women empowerment, unity and teamwork. “We as title holders aren’t just girls with makeup and attending occasions but rather we are women where we take up the responsibility to learn and help the society”, she stated. Pfithu informed she had planned to teach and educate at least 50 unemployed and uneducated mothers in her village but said due to the harvesting

Reigning Miss Phek Shefüvi Pfithu along with the other volunteers during the skill training program at Matikhrü village.

season, many women folk women associations and women who had turned up to learn and also make the couldn’t turn up. A total of other NGOs. 12 women turn up for the She also assured to project successful. training programme. give back the profit to these (Correspondent) She also acknowledged her patrons for supporting her project and making it into a reality Meanwhile after imparting the training skills, she said the team will produce the products in quantity in order to sell the dish wash, hand wash and detergent in the neighboring town. To this, she informed that along with her team and Pochury Students' Union, she would sell the products in the nearby town (Meluri) in collaboration with DP-4762

hatsApp on T h u r s d ay launched the much-awaited ‘Disappearing Messages’ on its platform for both Android and iOS users that will automatically delete new messages sent to a chat after seven days when turned on. In a one-to-one chat, either person can turn disappearing messages on or off. In groups, admins will have the control on the new feature. “Our goal is to make conversations on WhatsApp feel as close to inperson as possible, which means they shouldn’t have to stick around forever. That’s why we’re excited to introduce the option to use disappearing messages on WhatsApp,” the company said in a statement. The Facebook-owned platform is starting with the seven-day limit “because we think it offers peace of mind that conversations aren’t permanent, while remaining practical so you don’t forget what you were chatting about”. The feature will be rolling out to over two billion active users globally this month. The platform has over 400 million users

Charlie Hunnam wants to play James Bond

harlie Hunnam wants to play James Bond. The ‘Gentlemen’ actor admitted he’d be “flattered and honoured” to take over as 007 after Daniel Craig’s final outing as the suave spy in ‘No Time To Die’ but thinks it’s unlikely he’d be offered the part. Asked if he’d be open to playing bond, Charlie said: “100 percent.” He added: “I would be so flattered and honored to be considered to play James Bond as an Englishman. But my intuition tells me that I shouldn’t be waiting for that phone call to come. I think there are many people ahead of me on that list.”

LNCS to launch Mr. and Miss Tokhu crown

n commemoration of Miss. Tokhu silver jubilee celebration 2020, Lotha Naga Cultural Society (LNCS), has scheduled to conduct a brief programme on November 7, at Lotha Hoho Ki, Wokha, in collaboration with the Lotha Hoho. K Y M C

He told People magazine: “It’s very flattering sort of fan dialogue. Nobody’s ever, on a professional level from within the industry, brought that up to me.”

A press release by LCNS informed that, it has scheduled to launch a “Crown” for Miss and Mister Tokhu, exceptionally designed in traditional style, with purpose of promoting traditional attires as the running trophy.

The organiser however regretted that contest for Mr and Miss Tokhu 2020 would not be contested due to Covid-19 pandemic, however the contest of Miss & Mr. Tokhu will be continued to be hosted in the coming years as scheduled.

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The 40-year-old actor dismissed any rumours about him taking the role as “external chatter” but admitted it’s “flattering” that fans would like to see him lead the franchise.

H oweve r, C h a r l i e encouraged fans to keep speculating that he could get the job as he thinks there’s a slim chance it could help. He said: “As much as people want to talk about me playing James Bond, please continue. Maybe that’s the genesis of these things. Maybe fan chatter leads to industry people actually talking about it in a more serious way.” If he doesn’t land the iconic role, the ‘Sons of Anarchy’ would love to see Tom Hardy to portray Bond. He said: “The person that I hear about in that conversation is Tom Hardy. (Contactmusic)

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Messi scores as Barca beat Dynamo Kyiv

BARCELONA, NOV 5 (AGENCIES): Barcelona registered three wins from three in the Champions League as they beat a depleted Dynamo Kyiv to go top of Group G. Lionel Messi scored from the penalty spot inside five minutes and Gerard Pique headed home to secure an unconvincing victory. Messi is yet to score a goal from open play this season. A consolation tap-in goal was a deserved reward for a spirited performance from Kyiv. Dynamo Kyiv fielded a significantly depleted side, with only 13 first-team players travelling to Spain along with a further six youth players. Six players had tested positive for coronavirus at the Ukrainian club before the tie. It was an uncomfortable night for Barcelona, who struggled to assert themselves in the second half despite enjoying the lion’s share of the possession.

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Lionel Messi has scored three penalties in three Champions League matches for Barcelona but is yet to score a goal from open play this season.

both of their other group matches in Europe comfortably. Kyiv were tenacious and captain Viktor Tsygankov’s 75th-minute goal made for a nervy finish to a tricky night for Barca, who looked ill at ease for large periods. Goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen was involved more than expected be-

tween the Barcelona sticks as he made his first appearance since recovering from a knee injury. Kyiv face another challenge in their next match in the Ukrainian Premier League against Shakhtar Donetsk. Messi - trouble in front of goal? Barcelona’s star man Messi has failed to score

Rafael Nadal enters 1,000-wins club

Zorawar, Shokeen, win Champions Links Challenge

A valiant performance from 18-year-old Kyiv goalkeeper Ruslan Neshcheret on his first-team debut ensured the goal deficit was held to just one. Barcelona dominated for the opening 20 minutes and it seemed it would be a routine performance for Ronald Koeman’s side, who have struggled to find form in La Liga but won

On Wednesday, Nadal defeated Feliciano Lopez 4-6, 7-6 (5), 6-4 to reach the third round of the ongoing Paris Masters.

Paris, Nov 5 (IANS): Twenty-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal has added yet another feather to his already illustrious cap by becoming only the fourth tennis player to register 1000 Open Era single wins. On Wednesday, Nadal defeated Feliciano Lopez 4-6, 7-6 (5), 6-4 to reach the third round of the ongoing Paris Masters. The Spaniard is the fourth player to reach the milestone in the Open Era, joining Jimmy Connors

(1,274-283), Roger Federer (1,242-271) and Ivan Lendl (1,068-242). The 34-year-old leads all players in the Open Era with an 83.3 winning per cent (1,000-201). “(Winning 1,000 matches) means that I am old. That means that I played well for such a very long time, because to achieve that number is because I have been playing well for a lot of years and (that) is something that makes me feel happy,” Nadal was quoted as saying by the ATP Tour website.

“I just can say thank you very much to all the people that helped me and all the people that in any moment of my life helped me to be where I am,” he added. The 13-time Roland Garros champion, who is aiming to capture his first Paris Masters title, will now face Jordan Thompson for a place in the quarter-finals. The 2007 runner-up has reached the quarter-finals or better in each of his previous seven tournament appearances.

Anti-corruption ban was blessing in disguise: Shakib Al Hasan

Shakib Al Hasan

DHAKA, NOV 5 (PTI): A “blessing in disguise” he calls it but Bangladesh allrounder Shakib Al Hasan says he is also prepared to be doubted by his teammates when, in a few days’ time, he returns to cricket after serving a one-year ban for failing to report corrupt approaches. Shakib was handed a two-year ban, one year suspended, by the ICC’s AntiCorruption Unit on October 29 last year, for not reporting multiple corrupt approaches by an Indian bookmaker. “...it helped me in many ways and mostly in positive ways. Lot of doors opened for me and I can think about life differently, it’s a blessing in disguise. I don’t regret this one year,” Shakib said in a video posted on his official YouTube channel. “When a man comes back from this situation he is K Y M C

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much more matured. Now I think differently than before and it will surely help me in my life.” The 33-year-old is among 113 cricketers who will go through a fitness test on November 9 and 10 ahead of the upcoming Bangabandhu T20 tournament. Asked if his teammates will doubt him, Shakib said: “It’s a difficult question because I am not sure what is going through anyone’s mind. They can doubt me or have no trust in me and I don’t disapprove it totally. “But as I have spoken with almost everyone I did not feel it that way. I think they will believe me like the way they used to do but as you said anyone can have doubt over me at some corner of his mind because it is such a thing.” On his comeback,

Shakib said he is determined to “reach where I have left”. “I want to repay you back for all the support. The fans were behind me more than my expectations. Whenever I will play, the only thing that will come to my mind is how I can repay them back,” he said. Shakib had become the first player in the history of World Cup to score 500 runs and pick 10-plus wickets in a single edition last year. He said it was “really challenging” to perform in the World Cup as he was under the ICC scanner and was constantly in touch with the Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) for the investigation, making it “an uncomfortable situation”. “Certainly it was not a nice feeling to go to bed with. I was assuming that something might happen and there were times when I felt nothing might happen...,” he recalled. “(However) that investigation had nothing to do with my performance in the World Cup as the investigation started in November/December so I could have been banned before the World Cup. “I had a desire to do well in the World Cup as I could not perform according to my reputation on the world stage,” he said.

G urgaon, N ov 5 (IANS): Zorawar Randhawa won the Teen Boys ‘B’ title at WAGR and JGS ranking Champions Links Challenge golf at the Golden Greens Golf Club here on Thursday. Zorawar, 13 and son of star golfer Jyoti Randhawa, scored a sixshot victory over the second placed Ranveer Dhupia. Daksh Shokeen, meanwhile, continued his good form to submit a card of 1-under par 71 for a tournament total of 10-under 206 to win the title in the men’s amateur category. Raghav Chugh who won the Teen Boys A category, finishing seven strokes behind the leader. He finished second in the top category. Smriti Bhargav closed with a 2-over 74 to wear the Women’s Amateur crown with Ragini Navet finishing second. Vedant Banerjee Sodhi and Ranveer Mitroo were tied at 5-over 149, but the former won on the second play-off hole to win the Category C title.

from open play so far this season, despite featuring in every match for the Catalan side. In fact, Messi has registered just one goal in six La Liga matches, a penalty against Villarreal. A considerable drought for someone who has scored 445 goals in his 16-year Barcelona career. It’s been a turbulent few months for the Argentine after handing in a transfer request hoping to leave the Nou Camp, culminating in some unpleasant rumours and the eventual decision to stay at the Spanish giants. Granted, Barcelona are going through a period of change and it is not just Messi who is struggling to find form - Barcelona are 12th in La Liga with just eight points from six matches. But the 33-year-old forward can often be relied upon to provide a moment of ‘Messi magic’ just when it’s needed - something which, this season, he has so far been unable to do.

WALES, NOV 5 (AGENCIES): Gareth Bale has returned to the squad for Wales’ three November games to be managed by assistant boss Robert Page, reports BBC Sports. The team’s record scorer was absent for the October internationals as he built his fitness following his return to Tottenham on loan from Real Madrid. The winger, 31, suffered a knee injury during September’s win over Bulgaria. Wales manager Ryan Giggs denies all allegations and has promised to co-operate with police after being arrested on suspicion of assault. The Football Association says it has been “mutually agreed” Giggs will not be involved in this month’s matches against the United States, the Republic of Ireland and Finland. Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey is also included despite a Champions League injury scare in a squad selected by Giggs. Ramsey appeared to

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suffer another muscular injury during Juve’s 4-1 Champions League victory at Ferencvaros on Wednesday. Wales will again play three matches in the international window as they did in October, beginning with a friendly against the USA at Swansea’s Liberty Stadium on Thursday, 12 November. They then host the Republic of Ireland at the Cardiff City Stadium on Sunday, 15 November in the first of two Nations League games, with Finland visiting the Welsh capital on Wednesday, 18 November. Wales have called two new goalkeep-

ers into their squad with Crystal Palace’s Wayne Hennessey and Stoke’s Adam Davies both ruled out with injury. Dunfermline keeper Owain Fon Williams, a member of the Euro 2016 squad, is recalled, as is Newport County’s Tom King. League Two leaders Newport have two players in the Wales squad for the first time in 37 years, with uncapped midfielder Josh Sheehan also included. If either features, they will be the first Newport players to represent Wales since a friendly against Brazil in June 1983. Sheehan is one of three uncapped players in an increased 29-man squad, alongside King and Nottingham Forest’s on-loan midfielder Brennan Johnson. Wales recall defenders James Lawrence and Tom Lockyer and midfielder Tom Lawrence from injury, but Hal Robson-Kanu misses out with a broken arm and Sam Vokes continues to be overlooked.

Fernandes admits man Utd’s flaws against Istanbul I S TA N B U L , N OV 5 (AGENCIES): The Portuguese midfielder was unable to prevent the inconsistent Red Devils suffering a 2-1 reversal against Istanbul Basaksehir on Turkish soil Bruno Fernandes admits Manchester United “did everything wrong” in a 2-1 Champions League defeat to Istanbul Basaksehir that has knocked them another step backwards and piled pressure on beleaguered boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. The Red Devils headed to Turkey looking to build on a faultless opening to their 2020-21 campaign in Europe that had already seen them claim the notable scalps of Paris SaintGermain and RB Leipzig. Inconsistency remains a serious issue for Solskjaer’s side, though, and familiar failings contributed to them leaving gaping holes at the back for Basaksehir to exploit. United also struggled to find a spark going for-

Usman Khawaja’s brother jailed over fake terror plot

Arsalan Khawaja had written a series of detailed threats then handed it to his project manager at University of New South Wales in August 2018.

Sydney, Nov 5 (IANS): Australia cricketer Usman Khawaja’s brother has been given a jail sentence of at least two and a half years for his actions in trying to frame a colleague in a fake terror plot. According to a report in Sydney Morning Herald, Arsalan Khawaja wrote a series of detailed threats in a book belonging to his colleague Mohamed Kamer Nizamdeen, then handed it to his project manager at University of New South Wales in August 2018. When the police became involved, the 40-yearold misled investigators about the book’s origin and claimed he simply found it. Arsalan wrote the notebook after being jealous of Nizamdeen’s contact with a mutual female friend. Following the incident, Nizamdeen was then arrested until police discovered the

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book was a hoax. Judge Robert Weber, in the New South Wales District Court, on Thursday said Arsalan wrote the notebook because he believed Nizamdeen was interested in the woman and wanted him “gone”. Arsalan made entries on at least 20 pages of a notebook and handed it to the university staff. The threats mentioned getting bomb and weapons training, launching attacks in Australia and overseas, and targeting former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull, police stations, an Anzac Day service, the Boxing Day Test match, and St Mary’s Cathedral, added the SMH report. Judge Weber jailed Arsalan for a maximum of 4 years and 6 months. The term, however, starts from when he first went into custody in 2018, meaning he will be eligible for release on parole next June.

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ward, firing in just two shots on target, and are now having to pick the bones out of another demoralising showing that has questions being asked of the direction in which the club are heading. Fernandes concedes that they fell well short of expectations in their latest outing, telling MUTV: “Everything goes wrong,

we did everything wrong. “The intensity was not good since the beginning of the game. They found a goal early and, after, the game was complicated for us. We tried until the end but the problem was [that] I think we came later into the game. “We can do much better; everyone feels that. “We know we can’t concede goals like that, but now it’s time to look [at] what we did wrong, to make it better in the next game.” The Portuguese midfielder added: “We need to look: one week ago, everyone was talking about we’re going well, we’re doing amazing games. “ We wo n a g a i n s t Newcastle, we won against Paris, we beat Leipzig. We draw against Chelsea in one game when we can win. “This game was important for us – winning the game to be comfortable in the table. “Of course, making one or a few points again we [would have almost] passed (qualified

from) the group. But now it’s the same. “We are in a good position. We need to do the same: going for every game, trying to win, and it will not be different in the Champions League.” Things are not about to get any easier for United as their next Premier League fixture is set to take them to Goodison Park for a meeting with Everton. Fer nandes has acknowledged the need for standards to be raised in that contest, with the Red Devils heading to Merseyside sat 15th in the English top-flight standings and with just two wins to their name from six games so far. “Of course, in the league we are not in a good position – we all know that,” said Fernandes. “We need to do much better, and we need to do something more than say ‘do something in the next game’ because it will be a difficult game for us. Our focus now needs to be already there.”

Aussie players more rested ahead of their home series versus India

New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS): The Australian squad that plays India in this month’s white ball series Down Under will be more rested as compared to the Indian team, as half of the Australians featuring in the Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs have hardly played much in the T20 league. As against them, most of the Indians in the playoffs have been an integral part of their teams, and have played all the games. As many as 10 members out of the Australian squad of 18 for the white ball series have played the IPL this season, with six of those players remaining in the playoffs. Among those in the playoffs, only a couple -- Delhi Capitals’ (DC) Marcus Stoinis and SunRisers Hyderabad skipper David Warner -- have played all 14 games for the franchises. Aussie limited-overs skipper Aaron Finch has played 11 out of 14 games for RCB, with his last game being on October 25. He has thus already got a 10-day break, even if RCB decide to field him in the Eliminator on Friday night. Alex Carey (three games for DC), Adam Zampa (two games for RCB), and Daniel Sams (two games for DC) have been used sparingly as the

Cricket Australia has also sent a support staff to ensure the players are getting enough training and rest.

teams haven’t been in need of them. Incidentally, the coaches of three of the franchises in the play-offs are Australians. Ricky Ponting is the head coach of DC, Simon Katich coaches RCB, and Andrew McDonald, who is Aussie coach Justin Langer’s right-hand man, has coached Mumbai Indians to the top of the table. Langer had, in a press meet last week, emphasised the need to have inputs and help from coaches in IPL like McDonald. Cricket Australia, it has been learnt, has also sent a support staff to ensure the players whose teams are out of tournament get enough training and rest. These players are Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Josh Hazlewood, and Pat Cummins. These four will leave the United Arab Emirates for Australia with

the remaining six players next Thursday and then undergo quarantine on arrival in Sydney. Compared to Australia, all 19 members of India’s squad for white-ball series played in the IPL and most of them were regular members of their IPL teams. Unlike Australia’s six, 10 members of India’s white ball series squad are part of the four teams in the play-offs and they are integral part of the teams. Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Washington Sundar, and Yuzvendra Chahal have all played 14 games for their franchises and will most likely play all the games in the play-offs. Hardik Pandya has played 12 matches and Jasprit Bumrah 13, and both will likely play all games in playoffs for MI. K Y M C

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Qualifier 1: MI hand Delhi ‘Capital’ punishment

Dubai, Nov 5 (PTI): Mumbai Indians, arguably the best T20 outfit in the history of the format, carried out a clinical decimation of Delhi Capitals by 57 runs in the first qualifier, to set sights on their fifth Indian Premier League title. Surya Kumar Yadav (51 off 38 balls) laid the platform on which Ishan Kishan (55 not out) and Hardik Pandya (37 no off 14 balls) cashed in to take their team to 200 for 5. The pressure of scoreboard was writ large on a wobbly Capitals top-order with Trent Boult (2/9 in 2 overs) and Jasprit Bumrah (4/14 in 4 overs) producing a ‘Test match opening spell” to eventually blow out the opposition for 143 for 8. Delhi will however get a second shot at glory when they meet winner of the Eliminator between RCB and Sunrisers Hyderabad on Sunday in the second qualifier. If there was something called putting up a team effort, then the defending champions did that to the ‘T’ on Thursday. Prithvi Shaw (0) waited for an inswinger which never came and instead edged a Boult

Mumbai Indians’ Jasprit Bumrah celebrates the wicket of Marcus Stoinis of Delhi Capitals during the Qualifier 1 match. (PTI)

delivery that was delivered with angled seam. Ajinkya Rahane (0) expected an outswinger but got a “Boult special” in-dipper that had him plumb in-front. The in-form Shikhar Dhawan (0) before he could settle down got a toe-crusher from Jasprit Bumrah that messed with his middlestump. It was 0/3 in 8 balls and there was nothing left in the match. Shreyas Iyer was snapped at cover off Bumrah and Rishabh Pant

as usual slog swept a ball from Krunal Pandya on the imaginary fifth off-stump to be holed out in the deep as Capitals were half the side back in the dug-out for 41. This is the sixth time that the Rohit Sharma-led franchise has reached the summit clash. Seeing ‘Murphy’s Law’ (If something can go wrong, it will) hit Delhi Capitals is sure to invoke a sense of deja vu for those who had witnessed their 2012 season.

In the second Qualifier against Chennai Super Kings, Delhi (Daredevils back then) had dropped Morne Morkel and played an off-spinner called Sunny Gupta, who was hammered for 20 in his first over and they were routed. On Thursday, with Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje in his corner, Iyer decided to start with inexperienced left-arm seamer Daniel Sams, who instanty taken apart by Quinton de Kock.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Zhaleo Rio urges excellence in sports

dimapur,Nov5 (NPN) : The Open Volleyball Tournament organised by Kuki Baptist Youth Endeavour, Sirhima was graced by Zhaleo Rio, IAS (Retd.), Advisor, Sericulture, Excise & Minority Affairs, GoN, as Special Guest on November 5 at Sirhima playground. A press release by NDPP 5 Ghaspani-II A/ C media secretary Thejangukho Yalietsu stated that. Zhaleo Rioin his address at the inaugural function, lauded the elaborate arrangements and the 40 teams participating in the Zhaleo Rio, IAS(Retd.), advisor, sericulture, excise & tournament. Rio however, minority affairs seen addressing the participants as rued the lack of following special guest of the inaugural ceremony SoPs and requested concerned village authorities knowledged that Kukis are hampers from them,” and to take all precautionary gifted in sports and music above all, practice austerity measures during such a and as such, urged them as measures on felicitations, well as all sportspersons to presentations, feasts, etc. mega event. “At a time when peo- vie for excellence, till they during such programs but ple are all aware of the can “represent our people rather save and utilise reprevailing condition due at highest level in their resources for the welfare of sportspersons. to Covid-19 but negligent spective disciplines.” Dwelling on the reqThe inaugural funcin following guidelines, let us be responsible sportsper- uisites for a team to win, tion, which began at 10:30 sons, spectators, leaders, Rio stated that “apart from am on was compered by villagers, etc. and show that hardwork and discipline, Themneilhing and Chongwe can observe necessary unity is always mandatory,” boi, while pastor Lhunlam protocols even during this and that there shouldn’t be pronounced the invocation. tournament,” he advised, room for ‘isms’ nor person- Other highlights included; adding that safety mea- al differences. “It is only greetings by Paominthang, sures especially for children through unity that a team cultural dance by KBYE, and elderly, should be com- can shoulder responsibili- special song by Lengginlal, ties together and compete a speech by Rev. David pulsory. Extending his best for the best,” Rio asserted. Vaiphei, KBAYD SecreSharing his mind on tary, words of appreciation wishes to the teams from different districts, Rio organising events, Rio ex- by Seibem, Organising opined that the tourna- pressed that it is high time Committee Convenor and of the high court to take ment should also be a time we “lend ears to the advice benedictory prayer by Rev. any decisions. to know each other and of special guests instead of Tongpu, Executive SecreT h e S u p r e m e develop affinity. He ac- waiting to hear about gift tary, KBAN. Court’s September 17 order had come on the ministry’s appeal against a February 7 order of the high court New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS): If all goes not confirm the dates. “As per our plans, it will be held prior to directing that it be in- well the IFA Shield, the countrys oldest footformed in advance by ball tournament, may take place before the the I-League,” the source said. this time. The All India Football Federation the government and I-League A senior official in the Indian Football (AIFF) is yet to announce the dates for IIOA before taking any Association (IFA) told IANS that the asso- League. An I-League team source told IANS decision in respect of ciation is planning to hold the IFA Shield in that the league may take place in January December this year. However, the source did next year. any NSF.

Capitals lost the momentum and never got it back through the entire duration of the match. It was Suryakumar’s near flawless halfcentury complemented by Hardik Pandya’s death-over fireworks that saw Mumbai Indians put up an above-par total. While Ravichandran Ashwin (3/29 in 4 overs) shone brightly with his cerebral bowling, Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy left a lot to be desired due to negative tactics as far as his pace department was concerned. Starting with left-arm seam of Sams (0/44 in 4 overs) badly backfired and even worse was Rabada (0/4 in 4 overs) and Nortje (1/50 in 4 overs) also had a forgettable day at the office. De Kock and Surya were in full flow as the boundaries and sixes continued to flow from their blades during the 62-run stand in only 6.1 overs. While De Kock was severe on anything bowled short or on his legs, Surya’s flowing drives off spin and pace were a treat for the eyes. In the end, it was big-hitting exhibition from Hardik as he kept his shape nicely to hammer Rabada and Nortje out of the park.

Ecclestone stars in Trailblazers Special bench to hear PIL 9-wicket win over Velocity on recognition to 41 NSFs

Ecclestone’s 4 for 9 bowled Velocity out for 47. SHARJAH, NOV 5 (PTI): Left-arm spinner Sophie Ecclestone grabbed four wickets for just nine runs in a sensational bowling display to help Trailblazers beat Velocity by nine wickets in their Women’s T20 Challenge match here on Thursday. Englishwoman Ecclestone, ranked number one in the ICC T20 rankings, was well supported by veteran Jhulan Goswami (2/13) and Rajeshwari Gaekawad (2/13) as Trailblazers dismissed Velocity in 15.1 overs. Trailblazers then chased down the small target of 48 in just 7.5 overs with opener Deandra Dottin and Richa Ghosh remaining not out on 29 and 13 respectively. Despite their win against Supernovas on Wednesday, Velocity’s net run rate would take a beating after Thursday’s loss and that could hit them hard. It was, however, a quiet start in the run chase for the Trailblazers as the Velocity bowlers denied them any loose

balls. Dottin and captain Smriti Mandhana (6) were finding hard to get the boundaries. Mandhana finally went for the aerial route but perished in the process. The Trailblazers were 28 for 1 at the end of powerplay and they ended the match in quick time with Ghosh hitting a six to take her side to victory. Earlier, Ecclestone’s sensational four-wicket haul helped Trailblazer dismiss Velocity for a paltry score. Ecclestone relentlessly attacked the stumps with her sliders to end with dream figures of 4 for 9 in 3.1 overs. Velocity, who beat Supernovas in the event opener on Wednesday, put up a poor batting display with left-arm spin duo of Ecclestone and Gaekawad wreaking havoc. The innings folded up in 15.1 overs. Veteran Goswami ran through the Velocity top-order. Only three of the Velocity batters could reach double digits

with Shafali Verma (13) being the top-scorer. Velocity captain Mithali Raj’s decision to bat first backfired as half of her batswomen were back in the dressing room inside powerplay for just 22 runs. The talented Shafali threatened to play a big innings as she hit a four and a six early one but the seasoned Goswami outfoxed the youngster, sending her stumps cart-wheeling. It was rather ordinary shot selection from the young Shafali who missed the line of a straight ball in her attempt to run it behind the wicket for a single. Ecclestone then took two wickets in as many balls, first having the prized wicket of Mithali (1), who struggled for the second game in a row, and then of Veda Krishnamurthy (0) in a wicket-maiden. Goswami returned to have her second victim of the day in the form of Danielle Wyatt, who holed out to Smriti Mandhana at mid-off to leave Velocity at four for 19 runs. Velocity batswomen were not ready to stick to the wicket and Ecclestone had her third wicket in the form of Sushma Verma (1) in the sixth over. Velocity were five for 22 at the end of powerplay but their misery continued as left-arm spinner Gayakwad also grabbed two wickets in as many balls in the ninth over removing Sune Luus (4) and Sushree Dibyadarshini (0). It even got worse for Velocity as Shikha Pandey (10) got run out following a brilliant fielding effort from Mandhana.

New Delhi, Nov 5 (PTI): The Delhi High Court Thursday said the PIL challenging the decisions granting recognition to 41 National Sports Federations (NSFs) would be heard by a special bench constituted by it. A bench of Chief Justice D N Patel and Justice Prateek Jalan said a special bench would be constituted to hear the matter which claims “abject inaction” by the Centre with regard to alleged maladministration of NSFs, including Indian Olympic Association (IOA). Petitioner-lawyer Rahul Mehra told the court that a special bench of Justices Hima Kohli and Najmi Waziri was already hearing a related plea filed by him in 2010 and the instant petition also be placed before that bench. In response to his request, the bench headed by the Chief Justice said that it has already been recorded so. Mehra has contended in the plea that the decision granting recognition to the 41 NSFs is contrary to the National Sports Development Code of India, 2011 (sports code), and “issued in a wholly arbitrary manner”. He has also contended that the Sports Ministry has failed to take appropriate action against the NSFs which are in violation of the sports code. The plea, filed through advocate Chaitanya Gosain, said the ministry granted recognition to the 41 NSFs, after the Supreme Court clarified that it does not need prior approval

IFA Shield may take place before I-League

Taekwondo belt ceremony held dimapur,Nov5 (NPN): Thirty-nine players of Faith in Action International Taekwondo Academy have achieved their new belts on November 4 after completing their respective Taekwondo course at its Headquarter Immanuel Hall in Y. Zhimo Colony, Dimapur. The grading was conducted by Master Deep Kumar, Black Belt 5th Dan, international Instructor and examiner under the curriculum of Kukkiwon, World Taekwondo Headquarter, South Korea. A press release by founder/director of Faith in Action International Taekwondo Academy Deep Kumar stated that of 39 players, 16 players who qualified as Black Belt and higher Dans are; Imnatoshi Longkumer Black Belt 3rd Dan. Liike Kibami, Nasher Uddin Choudhury, Ritodeep Bhattacharjee, Hridhinandan Bhattacharjee, qualified for Black Belt 2nd Dan. Kitenlo K. Thono, Ti-

The 39 Taekwondo players who received their belts.

numeren, Dipraj Paswan, Poonish Chhetri, Nipavito Rengma, Ghahilo Kent, Ideulungle Cerai, Matika Jigdung, Hinokali, Sungjemmenla Pongen and Mercy A. Konyak were entitled for Black Belt 1st Dan. In colour belt section, the qualified players are ;

Zouzam Yala, Alono Awomi, Arpita Dey, Avikali V. Sheqi, Vitope Sheqi, Nito Awomi, Kinayala Aier, Bautok Melvin, Hoichem Aimee, Litam Justin, Sadhna Prasad, Rupa Thapa, Echang W. Magdalene, Matsung, Khushi Rai, Mehboob Ahmed, Zhimopu Zhimomi, Angukivi

T. Chishi, Taochiren Aier, Minton, Pulto A. Chishi, Kuputo Zhimo and Puloka K. Chishi. Of these players, 4 players who secured double promotion are ; Echang W.Magdalene, Taochiren Aier, Angukivi T. Chishi and Kuputo Zhimo.

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