October 2, 2016

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Dimapur citizens conduct ‘Clean Dimapur’ Swachh Bharat Mission

Kesonyu speaks at the NCD’s SBM closing programme. (NP)

Nagaland Bhojpuri Samaj and Bharat Vikas Parishad.

Bengali Samaj Dimapur volunteers clearing the garbage.

Tribal presidents members and Naga Women Hoho Dimapur.

Fire Brigade personnel cleaning the fly over.

Volunteers of the Kerala Samajan Dimapur sweeping the streets.

Residents of Super Market area cleaning the foot-path.

Patanjali, Arya Samaj & DMC workers clearing the garbage near railway station.

Bharmah Samaj.

GBs Union Dimapur at Super Market area.

Members of the Dimapur Bongs at West yard colony.

societies, various individuals members of wards and colony councils also volunteered to participate in cleaning their respective colonies and adjoining areas. Personnel of Fire and Emergency Services personnel

reminded participants that Swaach Bharat was not a onetime event but a continuous effort for inculcating a personal habit of cleanliness. He said a dirty town or city reflected the mentality of its citizens and so

days. Also speaking on the occasion, Brand Ambassador for Dimapur district Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Geoffrey Yaden reminded keeping Dimapur clean was difficult due to problems of littering and

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, OCT 1 (NPN): Undeterred by heavy rains in the wee hours just before the start of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Clean India Mission) on Saturday, Dimapurians came out in large numbers, armed with brooms, shovels, daos etc. Saturday’s Swaach Bharat Mission was the fourth in Dimapur. October 1 was chosen for the campaign instead of October 2,2016 since it happened to be a Sunday.

Naga Council Dimapur (NCD) collaborated the programme in a joint effort with the active participation of hundreds of volunteers from 18 civil societies of Dimapur.

Another group comprising of schools, colleges and church group also held the programme on the same day. Other educational institutions such as Bethesda H.S.S, Unity College, Tetso College etc conducted Swaach Bharat in their respective institute premises.

The volunteers swept streets, removed weeds and cleared blocked drains after getting to work at their assembled places at around 5 a.m.

Saturday. Apart from civil

PCC members meet Gov; submits memo Correspondent

LONGLENG, OCT 1 (NPN): Phom Peoples’ Council (PPC) office bearers on September 30 called on Nagaland governor, P.B. Acharya and apprised him of various difficulties and shortages of basic amenities faced by the eople of Longleng district.

In a memorandum submitted to the governor, PCC said since the inception in 1950 as CO hqs and subsequently upgraded to full-fledged district hqs in 2004, the people of Longleng have been suffering from lack of proper and hygienic drinking water.

Concerning the difficulties being endured by the Phom people, they said several representations were submitted to the government to look into these issues. However, PPC alleged that the government ignored its plea and nothing concrete was done for the people.

The members also apprised the governor on two lane road project under SARDP, which was left incomplete by the company. PPC said though the road project (LonglengChangtongya and Merangkong-Tamlu) began in 2011, there was no progress even after the intervention of the high court. They said the people of the district were thus facing immense hardship and untold miseries. The governor assured the delegation that he would seriously look into the matter with chief minister and two MLAs of Longleng district.

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Living Word & EBC youths.

also cleaned up places with water jets. Volunteers of Helpers’ Club and Dimapur Municipal Council collected garbage.

After the mass social work under the aegis of Naga Council concluded, the Sikh Samaj

of Dimapur provided breakfast to the participants. This was followed by brief sum-up programme organised by the Naga Council in the hall.

Speaking at the function, DC, Dimapur Kesonyu Yhome

urged upon Dimapurians to be aware of their responsibility. Yhome congratulated Naga Council and all participants for their noble deed and expressed the hope that the same spirit will continue in the coming

ENCSU phase-III stir from Oct 5 NH meets Myanmar India, Pak border firing escalates based Naga bodies

DIMAPUR, OCT 1 (NPN): Eastern Nagaland College Students’ Union (ENCSU) has announced that it would resume phase-III agitation starting from October 5, 2016 across the four districts of Tuensang, Mon, Kiphire and Longleng till its demand to allocate the four MBBS seats was met.

In a press release, ENCSU chairman Longre Chang and joint secretary Nokchem Angth stated that the decision to resume the agitation was taken at an emergency meeting of the Eastern Nagaland Peoples Organisation (ENPO), Eastern Nagaland Gazetted Officers Association (ENGOA), Eastern Nagaland Women Organisation (ENWO), Eastern Naga Students Federation (ENSF), Eastern Nagaland Peoples Union, Kohima (ENPUK) and other Eastern Nagaland Organisations held on September 30 at DUDA Guest House, Kohima. According to ENCSU, the agitation, to be monitored and supported by the ENPO, ENWO and ENSF,

would be held in phase-wise as per the following sequence: no movement of government vehicles across Eastern Nagaland till demand was met; if the demand was not met during the above phase of agitation, it would be followed by shutting down of all government offices across Eastern Nagaland till the demand was met and if the demand was not met even during the above phase of agitation, it would be followed by total bandh across Eastern Nagaland till the demand was met. However, ENCSU said all the emergency services, security forces, magistrates on duty and the students appearing end semester exam were exempted from the prohibition. Meanwhile, the union has informed all the government employees posted in Eastern Nagaland to be stationed in their respective place of duty during the course of agitation. It asserted that no leave of any kind be granted during the period of agitation unless on serious health ground.

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DIMAPUR, OCT 1 (NPN): Naga Hoho held an interactive session with the visiting team of Naga Yuya, Council of Naga Affairs (CNA) and Eastern Naga Students’ Association (ENSA), Myanmar on Saturday at Hotel de Oriental Grand, Kohima.

According to Naga Hoho media cell, the meeting deliberated on the strengthening of Naga organisations both with India and Myanmar, and also to have better co-ordinations and unity amongst Nagas across the border.

The visiting team also invited Naga Hoho and its federating units to visit Naga areas of Myanmar during their New Year festival and to hold a joint meeting and interaction with the people.

Meanwhile, the media cell stated, the Naga Hoho “through the visiting team also conveyed the message to our leader S.S Khaplang, NSCN (K) chairman to reconsider the wishes and aspiration of the Naga people living in India and thereby renew the cease-fire agreement with the Government of India in the larger interest and unity of the Naga people”.

The organizations further laid emphasis on the need to work for unity amongst the people, both in India and Myanmar.

NEW DELHI, OCT 1 (IANS): IndiaPakistan tension escalated afresh on Saturday as forces of the two countries exchanged fire along the border in Jammu and Kashmir, sparking international concerns with UN chief Ban-Ki Moon offering mediation to negotiate peace between the rival neighbours.

The skirmish in the Akhnoor sector of the International Boundary that caused no casualties came days after India claimed to have conduced deadly surgical strikes at terror launch pads in Pakistanadministered Kashmir. Defence sources in Jammu said Pakistan Rangers targeted Indian posts and civilian areas with mortar bombs and heavy machine guns. Indian border forces retaliated but no damage was reported on the either side, they said.

Both sides accused the other of resorting to unprovoked fire in the latest violation of the 2003 ceasefire agreement.

It was the fifth breach of the truce in the past four days when military tension rose following the Indian covert anti-terror operation across the Line of Control (LoC) - the 740 km de facto border that divides Jammu and Kashmir between India and Pakistan. Indian Army Chief Gen. Dalbir Singh visited Jammu and some border posts and complimented soldiers who carried out the September 28 surgical strike that was said to have annihilated

Nagaland honours senior citizens on UNIDOP Correspondent

KOHIMA, OCT 1 (NPN): Nagaland joined the global community in commemorating the United Nations International Day of Older Persons (UNIDOP) on Saturday. A programme was held at Zonal council Hall here, organized by the Nagaland social welfare department.

With the theme “Take a stand against ageism”, the United Nations is marking the International Day of Older Persons 2016 by encouraging countries to draw attention to and challenge negative stereotypes and misconceptions about older persons and ageing, and to enable older persons to realize their potential to build a life of dignity and human rights.

Speaking on the occasion, the secretary of social welfare, Dellirose M. Sakhrie, said the state government under the social welfare department has already drafted the state rules for the maintenance and welfare of parents and senior citizens and the same was under the consideration of

Seniors citizens taking part in walkathon in Kohima. (NP)

the government. She informed that the state Old age pension, which started in 1981, was merged with the central scheme Indira Gandhi Old age pension on state/central share basis. She said the department was presently providing Old age pension to 51,750 senior citizens above 80 years.

Sakhrie stated that there were five NGO-run old age homes in Kohima, Mokokc-

hung, Zunheboto, Phek and Dimapur. She said the homes receive state grant in-aid from time to time.

She further informed that separate OPDs for senior citizens were also provided in community health centres in most of the districts.

Stressing on the theme “Take a stand against ageism”, Sakhrie said ageism was a discrimination faced by a

group of bracketed category of people who are in the age of 60 years and above. “This discrimination is present in the most affluent as well as among the poorest section of society,” she said. Further, the secretary said discriminatory attitude towards elderly people led to marginalization of the older person in “our social set up” and have negative impacts on their health and well-being.

She urged the general public to gain a deeper understanding of the various issues faced by the aged people who were physically, emotionally and mentally fragile.

She reminded the gathering that the older persons were the asset in the society because of their vast experiences and knowledge in many active years they have been through.

Former minister, N. Theyo, speaking on behalf of the senior citizens forum, said Nagaland was facing many problems for the aged people for payment of bills like electricity, water, telephone and in banks as there was no specific counter for the older persons.

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seven terror launch pads located in Tatta Pani, Leepa Valley, Bhimber and Kael in Pakistani-administered Kashmir.

The army chief reviewed the operational preparedness of the army along the borders in the wake of heightened tension.

Pakistan has denied the Indian claim of the surgical strike, terming it as a “hyped routine border clash”. On Saturday, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar said the Pakistani denial is because it is “in a state of coma just like anyone is after a surgery”.

“We do not want to capture any nation.

Lord Rama won Lanka and gave it to Vibhishana. We did the same in Bangladesh.

We do not want to harm anyone, but if someone harms us a befitting reply will be given.” The rising rift has led to thousands of residents being relocated from around border villages in India amid fears of further military clashes between the two nuclear-powered nations.

This has also caused global worries with the US in a direct message to Pakistan urging it to exercise restraint when it comes to using atomic weapons.

“I would just say nuclear-capable states have a very clear responsibility to exercise restraint regarding nuclear weapons and missile capabilities,” US State Department deputy spokesperson Mark Toner said in a daily press briefing in response to a question.

NPCC on Rongmei issue, disturbances in Kiphire and Tsg DIMAPUR, OCT 1 (NPN): Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) executive committee during its second session held on September 27, 2016, has passed resolutions on Rongmei recognition and on internal disturbances in Kiphire and Tuensang.

In a press release, NPCC president, K. Therie, stated that the executive committee discussed at length about the affairs plaguing the state from the issue of Rongmei recognition.

According to NPCC president, the executive committee discussed and considered the government notification of 1977. He said the house resolved that any amendment or alteration in government notification would be detrimental to the future of Nagaland and would be in violation of the safeguards and provisions made under Art 371A of the Constitution.

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garbage disposal. Thus, he said, the objective of Swachh Bharat is to create mass awareness on hygiene and sanitation and consequent action from each individual.

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Dimapur police issues security alert DIMAPUR, OCT 1 (NPN): Dimapur police on Saturday issued security alert to citizens in view of the nationwide alert sounded by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) following surgical strikes across the Line of Control (LoC).

In a press note, Addl.

DCP & PRO, said there were apprehensions of sabotage activities by anti-national elements, wherein citizens have been requested to be vigilant of unattended baggage lying in public places, suspicious items found along roadsides, un-attended vehicles kept parked in suspicious manner, new unknown habitants seen in the wards/colonies etc. In the event of any suspicious items being found, police has asked citizens to inform the police immediately-- Police Control Room at 7085055050 or the nearest Police Station or Police Patrol.

Blue Dart Express asked to compensate customer DIMAPUR, OCT 1 (NPN): Dimapur District Consumer Redressal Forum has ordered the Blue Dart Express Ltd., a courier company, to pay a compensation of Rs.30,000 to an individual for delaying consignments delivery.

The complainant Hosheto Achumi had filed a case against the courier company for non-delivery of his four consignments, which delayed for about 20 days, stated L. Luzukhu Achumi, the counsel for the complainant, in a press release. The counsel said it was proved beyond reasonable doubt that there was “a clear deficiency in the service.”

In a judgement order passed by Dimapur District Consumer Redressal Forum president, it was stated that the proprietor of Blue Dart, Heshito Swu, maintained that he had opened a service centre as Blue dart at Blue Hill station, Dimapur in 2015 with a few staffs without proper training and as such service deficiency have already caused

to the complainant.

In his order, the forum president noted the respondent pleading guilty with “clean brace” acknowledging his weaknesses was “appreciable”.

Also, noting that the respondent appeared to have recently established a new service centre, the forum president said, “...in view of the above facts and circumstances I am inclined to show leniency to the respondent this being the first offence committed by him.”

Considering his past antecedent, the forum president stated “I am satisfied to compensate the claimant” in the following manner: mental agony and inconveniences - Rs.7000, deficiency in service – Rs. 13,000 and cost of litigation – Rs.10,000, totalling Rs.30,000. The forum directed the respondents, Blue Dart Express, to deposit the awarded amount to the court accordingly within one month’s time failing which 9% of the interest per annum would be accrued to the awarded amount.

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Organizations conduct ‘Swachh Bharat Mission’

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1. Students of Good Shephered High School Longleng cleaning the town.

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3 2. Dimapur Bengali Students’ Union.

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3. Volunteers cleaning City Tower area.

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5. Sikh Samaj catering to the volunteers.

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6. Helpers Club volunteers.

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7. Patanjali Arogya Kendra, Dimapur.

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8. Eco Club. 9. SM College students cleaning the locality around the college at Landmark Colony, Dimapur. 10. Unity College. 11. Bethesda Hr. Secondary School clearing the drainage.

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12. Public, GB, council members of Niu Colony Burma Camp cleaned the surrounding area of the colony on October 1 led by Kisheto. Katty, chairman, Niu colony council. 13. Children at Kalibari Road, Dimapur. 14. HPBWC participates in Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. 15. Students of PVHSS at the cleanliness drive.

LO N G L E N G, O C T 1 (NPN): Joining with the rest of the state, Gandhi Jayanti was observed at Longleng by organizing cleanliness drive cum wild brooms distribution by the students of Good Shepherd High School Longleng, with brand ambassador, Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) Longleng, Longtam Phom as the chief guest.

In a formal programme organized at school campus, Longtam Phom applauded the management of the school

for carrying out cleanliness drive and creating awareness of hygienic living in Longleng town for the last 10 (ten) years. He also encouraged the students to form groups even in their own locality in order to keep the town clean. On the occasion the chief guest also formally declared Good Shepherd High School to be the first School in Longleng district nominated for Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) and further urged the head of the school to nominate 9 (nine)

sub-committee members from the school.

Also speaking on the occasion, proprietor of the school, Paul .H. Bulong Menhahu explained the motives behind the introduction of cleanliness drive in school curriculum since 2000. He also encouraged the students to take active part in such activities in order to make the society better place to live.

The cleanliness drive which started from the school campus, culminated at public

ground where the head master of the school, Binoy. V. George appreciated the students and well wishers who took part during the event.

DIMAPUR: As part of swatch bharat mission, social work was conducted

by St.Thomas Mission Society Member (STMSM) and MGM Higher Secondar y School (MGMHSS) students along with their teachers at the school premises, road sides of Midland colony, Kerala Samajam, MGOS Church, United

Baptist Church, MGM B.Ed college, Rotary club, SEWAK main gate area etc.

Altogether 1100 students participated in the mission along with 50 teachers and principal.

Addressing the morning assembly, MGMHSS principal Fr.P.S.Vareghese, highlighted the importance of Gandhi Jayanthi and Swatch Bharat Mission. He asserted that cleanliness drive should start from personal life, cleanliness habit of a single person

has to grow to family and its influence should reflect in the society.

He mentioned that “we” should keep one’s home and surroundings clean to have a healthy life and also highlighted the examples of developed countries and the responsibility of the citizens to keep their country neat & clean. “If everyone took it as a personal need and challenge in their future, we will be also become a clean nation” he added.

HPBWC: Hazi Park

Businessmen Welfare Committee (HPBWC) organized a cleanliness drive in the market area under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. All the shops were closed upto 10 a.m. and the entire area was cleaned. HPBWC further thanked the business community of the entire area for participation and cooperation extended towards this noble cause.

Immanuel College: Immanuel College students and teachers of conducted a social work in and around the college

campus on October1. During the social work, they cleaned the college campus, classrooms and boundary wall.

PVHSS: Pranab Vidyapith Higher Secondar y School (PVHSS), Dimapur participated in the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. During the programme, primary students cleaned the whole School building whereas secondary students joined the drive. Both the School buildings along with the surrounding areas were cleaned by the students.

Tobacco awareness seminar DC Peren notifies on revision ADC holds meeting with political of photo electoral rolls parties, NGOs, civil societies and media organized by DNSU

Students at the seminar on Tobacco awareness.

DIMAPUR: Diphupar Naga Students’ Union (DNSU) organized a seminar on tobacco awareness on September 28 at Agri Expo 4th mile with the theme, “tobacco; an agent of mass destruction”.

Speaking as the resource person, nodal officer, National Tobacco Control Program (NTCP) Dr. C .Tetseo presented that 63 lakhs of death cases were attributed to tobacco consumption.

He stressed on the importance of spreading awareness about the destructive role of Tobacco as Nagaland ranks second in the list of highest tobacco users in India with a whopping 57% of Nagaland population consuming tobacco. He called upon the schools and colleges to implement the ‘Tobacco Free Zone’ in their respective institution and described the alarming scenario of tobacco K

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consumption as epidemic.

MD community medicine (CIHSR), Dr. Rohan Ramesh, deliberated on the topic “community program for anti- tobacco”, wherein he attributed the increasing use of tobacco among the youngster to the psychological factors such as stress and anxiety.

He presented the data that was collected during the survey conducted around Diphupar and informed the gathering that there were 182 shops selling tobacco in Diphupar alone, which was a massive number in relation to the size of the area .

He called upon the churches to play an active role in controlling the growing menace and also challenged the gathering to stop consuming tobacco.

Neivinuo Dzuvichu was the compere for the

program, Vinika Yepthomi Winner of Voice of Nagaland 2015 and Thepfusanuo Belho enthralled the audience with their special numbers while the students of the Nursing college (CIHSR) performed a drama with a powerful message on ill effect of tobacco consumption. Branch Manager ,Yes Bank Dimapur, Poluto Swu also gave a short address on the occasion .

The winner of the essay writing competition that was held in various schools and colleges within Diphupar as a prelude to the seminar were awarded with a cash prize of Rs. 5000 (1st prize) and Rs. 3000 (2nd prize) . The competition was held in two different categories.

The seminar was hosted

by DNSU in collaboration with NTCP and the YES BANK Dimapur as the cosponsors.

DIMAPUR: Office of the Deputy Commissioner and District Election Officer Peren has notified all administrative/ supervisor officers, booth level officers, political parties and the general public of 6-Tening and 7-Peren Assembly Constituencies under Peren District that the Election Commission of India has announced the schedule of the Special Summary Revision of Photo Electoral Rolls with January 1, 2017 as qualifying date for preparation of Electoral Rolls.

As per the notification, draft publication of Photo Electoral Rolls would be done on October 1, period for filing of claims and objections from October 1-31, reading of relevant part/section of Photo Electoral Rolls in gram Sabha/local bodies and RWA meetings and verification of names from October 7-14, special campaign dates with booth level agents of political parties for receiving claims and objections from October 8-22, disposal of claims and objections by November 30, updating database, merging of photographs, updating the control tables and printing of

supplementary list by December 24, and final publication of Electoral Rolls on January 10, 2017.

Electoral Roll copy for inspection: In another notification, ADC & electoral registration officer Peren has notified to the electors of 6-Tening and 7-Peren A/Cs that Electoral Rolls has been prepared and a copy was available for inspection at its office and at designated locations during office hours.

The notice informed that qualifying date for preparation of Electoral Rolls was January 1, 2017.

Therefore, any claim for inclusion of name or objection to the inclusion of name or any other objections should be lodged on or before October 31, 2016 in Form 6,7 or 8, the notice read.

Further, any such claim or objection could either be presented to ADC & electoral registration officer Peren: Nagaland or to BLOs at the designated location or sent through post to S. Tainiu, ADC & electoral registration officer Peren: Nagaland not later than the aforementioned date.

FGN Khiamniungan region condoles

DIMAPUR: Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) Khiamniungan region has expressed deep shock and grief over the untimely demise of secretary law and justice affairs, P. Thengen Khiamniungan. A condolence note by deputy secretary, L. Shulem and medan peyu, K. Langkhang stated that late P. Thengen joined the nation service on February 1, 2000.

He served the nation with outmost sincerity and dedication, stating that his sacrifice and deeds would always remain alive in history of the Nation. Khiamniungan region convey its condolences to the bereaved family.

ADC & ERO Kohima, Lithrongla Tongpi addressing political parties, NGOs, civil societies and media on the conduct of Special Summary Revision of E-Roll at DC’s Conference Hall, Kohima on 1st October 2016. (DPRO, Kohima)

DIMAPUR: Additional Deputy Commissioner & Electoral Registration Officer, Kohima, Lithrongla Tongpi held a meeting with the recognized political parties, NGOs, civil societies and media at DC’s Conference Hall, Kohima on October 1, in connection with the conduct of Special Summary Revision of Electoral Rolls.

According to DIPR report, ERO, Lithrongla announced the draft publication of Electoral Rolls and said that starting from October 1 to 31 there would be a period for filing of claims and objections. Informing that there would be a special campaign dates with BLAs of political parties for receiving claims and objections on October 8 to 22, she said that the political parties were supposed to appoint the BLA in a prescribe Form ID:BLA 2 from each polling booth/stations who would be associated with the special campaign

for Roll Revision process on special campaign dates along with BLO. On the special campaign dates, the BLO would go through the draft electoral roll with BLAs and identify the corrections etc. She also requested the political parties to inform their BLAs to see that disabilities people above 18 years of age should be enrolled since many a time such cases have been missed out.

She also pointed out that not a single NRI was registered in Electoral-Roll, knowing that many of our people stays abroad, in this regard she requested the political parties to indentify how many NRI were there in their respective constituencies for enrollment.

In regard to BLAs submission of application forms, she said that the BLAs can submit the application Forms in bulk with a maximum number of 10 Forms at a time, which they could submit three times a month with a maximum

total of 30 Forms during the entire period from October 1 to 31.

Assistant Election Officer, Mhathung Ngullie who also spoke in the meeting said that the involvement of political parties, NGOs, civil societies, individual was required in order to create awareness on the conduct of this special summary revision of E-Roll in order to clean our Electoral Roll and have peaceful Election in near future. He informed that for the new electors who were being enrolled in the E-roll this time, EPIC Photo would be distributed in the month of October by the BLOs where the AEO requested all the political parties, BLOs and BLAs to carried out in good manner.

During the meeting the representatives of the political parties and NGOs cleared their doubts from the Electoral Registration Officer and Assistant Election Officer.

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WEATHER FORECAST October 2

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Agartala Cloudy, a t-storm in spots

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Aizawl

Cloudy with a thunderstorm

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Guwahati Some sun, a t-storm in spots 35 26

Cloudy, a t-storm in spots

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Itanagar A strong t-storm in spots

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Mostly cloudy with a t-storm 24 17

Kohima

A thunderstorm in spots

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Dimapur A strong afternoon t-storm

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Mkg

A thunderstorm in the area

28 20

Tuensang A thunderstorm in the area

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Wokha

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Zunheboto Some sun with a thunderstorm 23 17

Handing over of draft publications to BJP party. (NP)

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MON, OCT 1 (NPN): As per the direction of the election commission of India, draft publishing and handling out of draft Electoral Roll to the political parties was done today, in presence of press, media, church members, NGOs and civil societies.

Asserting that E-Roll was the holy book for the politicians and political parties, the DC Mon urged upon them to take keen interest during summary revision. However, the DC lamented that voters, politicians and political parties gave lesser importance during such revision, conducted every year. In this regard, the DC urged upon the political parties to take active participation and appoint Block Level Agents (BLA) to help the BLO in verifying the genuine voters Informing that voter ID card was an important document not only to exercise their franchise, but also to verify and identify the genuineness of the person and other important purposes.

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ing spread that there would be delimitation of constituent A/C if there were lesser voters, the DC and DEO Mon said that any kind of delimitation depended on general population and not on voter’s population or E-Roll; moreover, the

delimitation had to be passed in the legislative assembly.

Therefore he urged upon all the political parties, churches, NGO’s and civil societies to help spread awareness on maintaining actual voter’s record.

Meanwhile Akito, AEO Mon briefed on the importance of BLA, who plays an important role in identifying the genuine voters at various block level. He informed that it was these BLA who apart from identifying the voters, also checked on the BLO whenever proxy voters were enlisted or side with one political party.

Further informing that no claims and objection would be entertained after October 30, he urged upon all political parties to file their claims and objection before the scheduled date.

Book on ‘the quaint little village’ released Correspondent

KOHIMA, SEPT. 30 (NPN): A book “The quaint little village” stories from Khonoma village authored by Rovi Chasie was released by viceprincipal Northfield Hr. Sec. School Kohima, Nini Lungalang as the special guest in a function held at Dr. Setu memorial hall Alder College Kohima on Friday afternoon.

Lungalang in her address described the book as impressive and refreshing which contained about animals, lovers, trees, picture, only lady who weeps and other interesting features. She stressed the need to preserve “our” culture and local dialects which was disappearing in this modern world.

She advised the gathering to teach children the importance of “our cultures and language that starts with the small effort at home”. She congratulated the author for writing the story book and the publishers, PenThrill Publication House

(R-L) Vishü, Nini, Rovi (author) and others after the book release. (NP).

for successfully publishing the book.

Dr. Vizovono Elizabeth in her introductory speech of the book said the “The Quaint little village” was a delightful little book that offered many valuable lessons and contained ten short stories presented through the adventures of the protagonist, a little girl called Tono. Basing on the book Dr. Elizabeth said her adventures were based on incidents and interactions with people during her frequent trips to her native village Khonoma with

her family. She said each of the stories depicts an important aspect of cultural beliefs, heritage and wisdom.

Adding, she said in the book there were stories of traditional beliefs and saying, myths and legends, indigenous knowledge system such as that of the pollarded alder trees and use of medicinal plants, the significance of names, dreams and songs and myriad anecdotes of folk wisdom.

Vishü Rita Krocha in her publisher’s note said “we” come from the generation

of storytellers but sadly it started dying however, one could find hope with this kind of emerging writers to keep the art of storytelling alive by way of writing. She congratulated the author for writing the beautiful book filled with important stories that needed to be told. Krocha informed that this was the eight publication of PenThrill and looking forward to publish many more stories to promote local literature. She also sought the support of the public by reading the books they published.

The programme was chaired by Levino Yhoshü, invocation prayer said by N. Liegise, special song presented by Seyievino Catherine Chasie, author’s daughter.

The author Rovi Chasie also addressed the gathering and spoken poetry by the four felons. Programme was attended by publishers’, author’s family members, writers, well wishers, college faculty members and others.

Draft publication of e-roll of Mokokchung district published DIMAPUR: Draft publication of Electoral roll with special summary Revision with reference to January 1, 2017 as the qualifying date in respect of Mokokchung district was announced at a meeting convened by DC & District Election Officer, Mokokchung, Sushil Kumar Patel in the conference hall of district Planning Office on October 1.

The meeting was attended by ADC & Electoral Registration Officer Bendangliba, all the administrative officers, representatives from all the Political parties and NGOs. DIPR reported that CEO announcing the publication of the draft electoral roll appealed to all political parties and all concern to cooperate with the Election department to undertake the ensuing summary revision to make it ‘hundred percent error-free’ He also

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As notified earlier, period of filling claims and objections would be held from October 1 to 31, special campaign with booth level agents of political parties for receiving claims and objections would be carried out from October 8 to 22 and disposal of claims and objections by November 30, 2016. Updating of data base, merging of photographs, updating the control tables and preparation and printing of supplementary list will be made on December 24, 2016 and the final publication would be on January 10, 2017.

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UCM reacts to release of NSCN (I-M) cadres

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IMPHAL, Oct 1: United Committee Manipur (UCM) Saturday warned that if Manipur government fails to clarify its clear-cut stand on NSCN(I-M) in the state, there may be people’s uprising.

The UCM was reacting to the recent release of three high ranking NSCN(I-M) members arrested by the Assam Rifles. The three cadres were released by the authority of the Manipur government on health ground.

UCM president Elangbam Johnson while reacting to their release after handing over to the state police said that releasing them on health ground was unreasonable and Manipur government must put its stand on NSCN(IM) in the public. “Otherwise, there will be people’s uprising,” Elangbam wared. The ceasefire truce between NSCN(I-M)

and government of India does not extend in Manipur.

Inspite of this, cadres of the outfit were roaming freely in the state, he said.

Cadres of the outfit were committing various crimes.

They have eliminated many innocent people who went to the hills to earn their livelihood besides unabated extortion activities, he alleged.

Despite knowing this, Manipur government has remained a silent spectator without taking up any action.

Even GoI-NSCN(I-M) peace talk interlocutor RN Ravi had pointed out that Manipur government should take active role in curbing crimes and other anti-social activities carried out by the outfit in the state, he reminded.

The central government has also remained silent even as the outfit operates in Manipur violating the ground of the ceasefire truce, he added.

Screening of dengue cases discontinued at Mizoram airport

Aizawl, Oct 1 (PTI): Screening of suspected Dengue cases at the lone Lengpui Airport near Aizawl was discontinued from today, according to the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) state Nodal Officer Dr Pachuau Lalmalsawma.

Lalmalsawma told PTI all the dengue patients have been cured and no fresh cases have been detected for weeks prompting the state government to discontinue the screening.

The screening at the Lengpui Airport was being conducted since August 17 last when two passengers who had arrived from Kolkata had tested positive for dengue.

Six local cases were also detected at the Surveillance Site established at the Aizawl Civil Hospital since August till date.

The state health department was of the opinion that dengue no longer posed a danger resulting in closure of the screening facilities at the Lengpui Airport.

Reiterating that the ceasefire with NSCN(I-M) does not extend in Manipur, the president of the apex body of civil societies demanded that Manipur government must clarify its stand on curbing activities of NSCN(IM) in the state at the earliest.

“Manipur government has to face the wrath of people if it fails to clarify its clear-cut stand on NSCN(I-M)’s activities in the state,” Elangbam warned.

After offering the tarpan to the “martyrs” of the infamous June 18 Uprising 2001, the president reaffirmed UCM’s stand for the territorial integrity of the state.

He said “UCM will fight any threat against the integrity of Manipur. We will never forget the sacrifices made by them (those who died during June 18, 2001 uprising) for the protection of territorial integrity of Manipur.”

northeast Mukul bats for surgical strike against NE militants

Meghalaya to stand guarantor for cash-strapped MeECL

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Shillong, Oct 1: Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma has asked the BJP-led NDA government to launch surgical strikes on base camps of various north-eastern militant outfits located inside Myanmar and Bangladesh.

“The Centre should deal with the installations of anti-national elements on foreign soil since going beyond the international boundary is not a state subject,” Sangma told journalists.

“Similar situation exists in the North East and beyond the international boundaries of the region. Therefore, the central government should act tough against these militants in the north-eastern states,” he said. Surgical operations were appropriate in dealing with terrorists and the government should continue to be aggressive in this regard. “Any effective measure resorted to by the security agencies in the interest of the nation have to be welcomed and appreciated,” he added.

Shillong, Oct 1: The Meghalaya government has decided to stand guarantor for cash-strapped Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited (MeECL) to avail loan of over Rs 496 crore to pay its outstanding dues to the stateowned North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO).

On Friday, State Cabinet approved the proposal to bail out MeECL to clear the outstanding dues that it owes to NEEPCO. “We have decided to act as a guarantor of the corporation to avail of loans over Rs 496 crore for paying the dues it owes to NEEPCO. The total amount to be paid is Rs 496.32 crore, including a surcharge amount of Rs 98.44 crore,” Chief Minister Mukul Sangma told journalists on Friday night.

He said the Cabinet also approved the proposal to avail loan from the power finance corporation (PFC) for which the state government will be

Shillong, Oct 1 (PTI): With alertness very high post the surgical strikes on militant camps in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and the Uri attack, Indian Air Force is aggressively upgrading infrastructure in the eastern sector specially in Arunachal Pradesh.

IAF Eastern Air Command chief Hari Kumar said today that of the seven advanced landing grounds (ALGs) in Arunchal Pradesh, five have been made operational and two others will be ready by the end of the year.

Apart from the ALGs, the IAF is also building capabilities to enhance performance in that state, he said.

“Infrastructure development (in the eastern air command) has not kept pace with the rest of the world to allow us to have better equipment and better services that can be provided in this sector ... When we look at the performance of any sector, we are looking at building up of capability. The capability to meet challenge and we are not looking up at any specific

country as our competitor or our enemy,” he said.

“In addition to the MiG 27 and the Hawks squadrons, we (EAC) are going to get another as the Rafale deal has been signed,” Kumar said.

Expressing concern over Pakistan sponsoring crossborder terrorism, Kumar said, “If you’ll look at the western sector, Pakistan has made it a state policy to use unconventional warfare because they could not match the strength militarily. They use unconventional warfare wherein

Admit Card for army recruitment rally

Assam Rifles personnel with students during the educational tour.

Vaiphei, Principal H Lunna and officials of 2 Assam Rifles. A total of 53 students and 10 teachers joined the tour to various parts of Imphal, Thoubal and Kakching.

Dimapur, Oct 1 (NPN): ARO Rangapahar has issued a notice that it has generated Admit Card for all the candidates who have applied online for the Senapati Rally to be held from October 1620. The admit card has been forwarded on the email id as registered by the candidates on October 1. For October 16 candidates from Imphal East and Imphal West districts, October 17 candidates from Thoubal district, October 18 candidates from Bishnupur, Tamenglong and Chandel districts, October 19 candidates from Churachandpur and Ukhrul districts and October 20 candidates from Senapati

Manipur CEO flags off ‘Democracy Van’

Manipur CEO flagging off Democracy Van in Imphal on Saturday.

Correspondent IMPHAL, Oct 1: Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Manipur Vivek Kumar Dewangan Saturday flagged-off a “Democracy Van” in connection with the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) campaign in the poll-bound state.

Giving a signal to conduct the elections to the Manipur Legislative Assembly anytime before March 2017, state election authority had

already started preparation for the poll with an instruction from the Election Commission of India (ECI).

After flagging off the “Democracy Van”, the CEO further convened the 1st meeting of the State SVEEP Core Committee at the conference hall of state secretariat, South Block.

The meeting discussed the agenda relating to the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) campaign in Ma-

nipur with reference to the ensuing State Assembly Election, 2017.

The State SVEEP Core Committee is to supervise the implementation of SVEEP plan in the entire state.

The CEO said that SVEEP was very important as it consisted of multi intervention programme that could reach out through different modes and media to educate citizens, electors and voters about the electoral process to increase their awareness and

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From your loving brother’s,mom,Dad,grandparents & relative’s... _________________________ Dear bro Ngangwang, The day has come to celebrate the joy and love of happiness. Today,as you celebrate your 20th birthday, may our Lord God continue to bless you and may this day brings all that your heart desire.

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There are numerous expensive materials in the world that human can acquire but the most priced, expensive and treasured gift we possess is the gift of your life from God to us on this day.

As you celebrate your 2nd B’day,we are reminded by God’s enough grace and faithfulness.May you continue to grow more in His delight and likeness.

Happy Birthday.

Loving, Apo & Ayo. ____________________

Dear Nzantsoro they are trying to hit us with a Today as you celebrate this special thousand wounds.” day of yours, may you receive even more He expressed optimism blessings than you ask, and may all good that what happened in the things continue to come your way Happy western sector need not take Birthday! Life is what you keep making place in the eastern part. you count each and every day. The skies “What happened in the are clear for you at alll time. Happy Birthwest need not transfer to activday God bless you Nzantsoro. ity in the east. It is confined to From Okharo Jami that area and now we are waiting to what would be Pakistan’s reaction,” Kumar said.

He said, “Both countries don’t want a war. War is not good for anybody, but we cannot let any country dictate terms to New Delhi, Oct 1 (Agencies): Concerned with the reus and kill our soldiers.” cent setbacks to the party in the North East including the defeat of party in the recently concluded elections in Assam and the removal of Congress Government from Arunachal Pradesh, the Congress party is now focussing on minorities to re-emerge as the dominant party of the North-East region.

As a part of this strategy, the minority department of the All India Congress Committee is formulating strategy for the Congress party to attract the minorities towards the congress party. The department has entrusted Congress ideologue from Itanagar, Oct 1 (PTI): Assam Rejaul Karim Laskar to develop the strategy after visitSecurity forces have arrested ing all the eight states of the region and holding interactions two cadres of NSCN (IM) from with the Pradesh Congress presidents and other senior leaders Miao in Changlang district of of the Congress party. Laskar, who is former spokesperson of Arunachal Pradesh, a police the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, is also a prominent official said today. author and scholar. He will be visiting all the eight states shortly Two NSCN (IM) cadres and hold interactions with the concerned PCC presidents and were arrested in a joint opera- other senior leaders of the eight states of region and based on tion by police and Assam Rifles these interactions he will submit his report to the AICC minorat Miao on Thursday, SDPO ity department.

John Pada said. In the joint operation, two hardcore rebels of the outfit namely, self-styled Pvt Lungseng Jugli and Khumvi Itanagar, Oct 1 (PTI): central sector scheme on NaMossang, were arrested, police Arunachal Pradesh has inked tional Mission on Oilseeds said, adding both the cadres are a memorandum of under- and Oil Palm (NMOOP, Mini from New Plone village in the standing (MoU) with Andhra Mission-II) was started from area. Suspected brown sugar Pradesh-based company for 2013-14 in other zones. The packets weighing 7gms along development of Oil Palm in MoU signed was in respect with some cash, three mobile the state. The MoU was signed of Zone-IV comprising four phones, five sim cards and here between state agriculture districts. Most encouraging extortion notebook were recov- department and Ruchi Soya aspect of the programme is ered from their possession.

Industries, to cover an area of assured buy back system by The area has been in news 5,000 hectare initially in the the developers for processing. recently due to rampant extor- foothill areas of West Siang, Planting material is grown tion and threats to business- Lower Subansiri, Papumpare and managed mechanically in men, government servants and and East Kameng districts, an the locality of plantation by villagers by various insurgent official statement said today. the developers.

The state’s Oil Palm The initiative is a step togroups. A case has been registered against the accused, po- potential areas have been wards gainful utilization of the lice said, adding that operation divided into four zones and vast land resource of the state is on to arrest other members implementation of the pro- for economic development duction programme under through farming operation. of the outfit.

Congress eyes minorities to strengthen party in NE

Woman dies after consuming mushroom Security forces

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IMPHAL, Oct 1: A five-month pregnant woman from Manipur’s Churachandpur district died Saturday morning after consuming wild mushroom.

Kimjoycee (24) wife of Kungminlian Shoute breathed her last at Shija hospital, Imphal early this morning, around 4 am Family source said that Kimjoycee was hospitalised after she started vomiting after eating dish prepared with the mushroom her husband bought from the local market Friday evening. Miraculously, the husband, who also consumed the same item, was unaffected.

day educational tour for the students of Faith Christian Academy, Phoweibi Sadar Hills Manipur School on September 29. Flag off ceremony was attended by founder president of School Lulun

the guarantor for the MeECL. Moreover, Sangma informed that the Cabinet has also directed the Finance and Power departments to come up with measures that MeECL is required to take for realizing over Rs 350 crore outstanding dues from consumers.

Meghalaya owes NEEPCO and Central generating stations agencies National Hydroelectric Power Corporation, National Thermal Power Corporation, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited and others total dues of Rs 767 crore. For NEEPCO alone, Meghalaya owes a total dues including surcharge amount of around Rs 715 crore.

However, the Chief Minister said 60 per cent of the surcharge amount is expected to be waived off.

Sangma said the state finance and power departments have been asked to work out plans to ensure that the corporation adopts a “smart system” so that it functions in an efficient and effective manner.

IAF upgrading infrastructure in eastern sector post Uri

AR organises educational tour

Dimapur, Oct 1 (NPN): In an endeavour to ensure peace and prosperity in Manipur, 2 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) co-sponsored one

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participation.

“We aim at 100% voter turnout in the election in the state. If the voter turnout is 90%, it would be a big achievement. Awareness among voters is very much important so that the voters can come out to cast their votes without any pressure in a free and fair manner” he said.

With the aim to encourage youths in particular and the citizens in general to enroll their names in the electoral roll and cast their votes during election, the Democracy Van was launched as part of SVEEP campaign, he added.

During the course of meeting, the Nodal Officer (SVEEP) presented a power point on SVEEP. At the state level, the CEO was assisted by Nodal Officer (SVEEP) in consultation with a core committee consisting of representatives from government departments, educational institutions, youth organisations, CSOs etc.

In the district level, DMs/DCs, who are also DEOs, being administrative head of the district are fully responsible for successful implementation of SVEEP action plan in the districts.

State additional CEOs, Nidhi Mani Tripathi and RK Dinesh and members of the State SVEEP Core Committee attended the meeting.

district have been issued admit card for all category. In case a candidate has not been able to get his email, they are advised to go to joinindinarmy.nic.in the JCO’s/OR section and login with their user name and password. After login on left side of first page on the dashboard, click on admit card and print the admit card by clicking the pdf download at the bottom and take a printout or take screen print. Candidates can then paste their photograph and put their date and signature. The participation in the rally will be strictly as per admit card. No candidate will be allowed to participate in the rally without admit card.

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Arunachal inks MoU with AP

AR felicitates veer naris, next of kin of martyrs Dimapur, Oct 1 (NPN): In an effort to pay glowing tributes to the fallen heroes and their supreme service in the line of duty, 4 Assam Regiment of 26 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) felicitated the next of Kin and Veer Naris of the Assam Regiment on September 28 at HQ 26 Sector Assam Rifles, Pallel in Chandel district.

Adding on to the festivities surrounding the 56th Raising Day Celebrations, the unit through the ceremony attempted to initiate the tradition of honoring and caring for the families of martyrs to mark the solemnity of the occasions which otherwise would not

Assam Rifles felicitates veer naris & next of kin at Pallel.

have seen the light of the day without their sacrifice. The ceremony was the culmination of the year-long effort in mapping, identifying and understanding the plight of the often humble, sober and subdued population of Ex- Servicemen settled in the

MSAD observes Irabot Day Dimapur, Oct 1 (NPN): Manipur Students’ Association Delhi observed Irabot Day under the theme ‘unity in struggle’ at Delhi University North Campus, Arts Faculty, Delhi University South Campus, Moti Bagh, Jamia Millia Islamia and Jawahar Lal Nehru University.

The main programme observed at Arts faculty, Delhi University, (North campus) was attended by students’ community of Delhi University along with prominent human rights activist Irom Chanu Sharmila. Addressing the gathering, she expressed the need for the remembrance of the legacy of Hijam Irabot and to inculcate his ideas by the youth of this generation.

MSAD advisor Seram Rojesh reminded the contribution of Lamymanba Irabot in various fields including sports, arts and culture, his role in the peoples struggle against the oppression and oppressive institution. The observation was initiated with a welcome address and keynote of the program by MSAD president Miraj shah kori.

The programme concluded with a candle light vigil by all the attendees.

neighboring districts.

In the ceremony, Commander of 26 Sector Assam Rifles distributed assistance of Rs 29,000 to the families of six martyrs of the Assam Regiment.

The martyrs whose fami-

lies were felicitated ranged from the ones attaining martyrdom on the icy heights of Siachin Glacier and recent AN 32 crash to the ones lost in the anonymity amidst massive destruction caused Cyclone ‘Komen’ last year.

IN THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE DIMAPUR, NAGALAND

NOTICE

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 Bikash Roy, has been applied by Smti. Junaki Roy, R/o House No. 01(A), Churches Colony, Dimapur, Nagaland, W/o Late Bikash Roy for possession of : 1. Indian Bank Saving A/C No. 594233426 Customer No. 5921. Dimapur Branch.

2. Vijaya Bank Saving A/C No. 810201011000237 Customer ID No. 100921487, Dimapur Branch.

3. United Bank of India, Karimganj (0036) Branch A/C No. 0036010215597, Customer ID No. 05658938. who expired on 23.10.15.

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 28.10.2016.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this 28th September 2016.

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(G.H. Ramlia) Principal District and Sessions Judge Dimapur : Nagaland

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Addl health infra needed for older people: President

President Pranab Mukherjee with Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Thawar Chand Gehlot during presentation of the National Award for Senior Citizens on the occasion of ‘International Day of Older Persons’, New Delhi Saturday. (PTI) NEW DELHI, OCT 1 (PTI): President Pranab Mukherjee today said there is need to create additional health infrastructure for older people as the society is undergoing social change and will have effects of nuclear family concept.

Speaking on the occasion of Older Persons Day, Mukherjee said the society is always indebted to their senior citizens and by serving them “we pay

back our debts.”

Talking about the significance of elders or old people in context of Indian society, the President said “we regarded our older people, our elders especially teachers and parents as equivalent to god which is being and should be carry forward by young generation also”.

Emphasising that all the arms of the society need to channelise their efforts in tak-

ing care of old people, he said, “the responsibility of taking care of senior citizens and not be discharged by the state machinery alone.”

The society is undergoing social change -- concept of nuclear family and modern life style will have their effects also. So there is need to create additional health infrastructure, skilled manpower especially to help and take care of senior citizens, Mukherjee said.

The number of old people are also rising, at present there are more than 10.5 crore people in the country who are above 60 years, the number will go up to 17 crore in next 10 years, he said, adding that therefore there is need to create additional infrastructure.

President Pranab Mukherjee also presented the ‘Vayoshreshtha Samman’, the award for senior citizens and institutions in recognition of their service towards elderly persons.

He was accompanied by the Union Social Justice Minister Thawar Chand Gehlot, Ministers of State Krishan Pal and Vijay Sampla.

Cauvery row: K’taka moves review petition in SC NEW DELHI/BENGALURU, OCT 1 (PTI): The Karnataka government today moved a review petition in the Supreme Court against its three recent orders on Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu and direction for constitution of Cauvery Water Management Board by Centre saying it would cause “undue hardship” to it.

In its review petition, it said “grave miscarriage of justice” has been caused to it pursuant to three orders of the apex court dated September 20, 27 and September 30, by which it directed the state to release 6000 cusecs of water till October 6 and constitution of board by Centre till October 4.

It said that apex court has “committed an error” in directing the Centre to constitute Cauvery Management Board, without considering the fact that three judges of apex court has held in 2013 that direction to constitute the board “can wait and may be heard along with the civil appeal”.

“The court has not taken the cognisance of the fact that the constitution of the Cauvery Management Board, being Legislative in character, depends upon the authority

Ansari returns home after Curfew lifted from Srinagar concluding 2-nation visit NEW DELHI, OCT 1 (PTI): Vice President Hamid Ansari today returned here after wrapping up a five-day visit to Nigeria and Mali during which he held talks with the top leadership of the two countries on an entire gamut of issues including terrorism, defence and connectivity.

He described the visit to the African countries as “very satisfying” and said it was a follow-up on many ideas discussed during the India-Africa Summit here last year. Nigeria was the first stop for Ansari.

In capital Abuja, he held talks with President Muhammadu Buhari and his counterpart Yemi Osinbajo, addressed members of the Nigerian and Indian industry and also the Indian community besides delivering a speech at the National College of Defence.

From Abuja, he went to Nigeria’s largest city of Lagos where he met members of the Indian community and also delivered a speech at the University of Lagos.

An agreement was signed

Pak troops target Indian posts, civilian areas in Akhnoor JAMMU, OCT 1 (PTI): Violating the ceasefire again, Pakistani troops today targeted Indian posts and civilian areas with mortar bombs and heavy machine guns along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir’s Akhnoor tehsil.

There was no loss of life or injury to anyone in the firing, which started at 0330 hours and ended at 0600 hours. Indian troops guarding the border retaliated effectively, defence sources said. “There was heavy shelling of mortar bombs, RPGs and heavy machine guns and small arms firing on forward positions along the LoC in Pallanwala sector and Chamb area of Akhnoor tehsil today,” the sources said.

Police said the Pakistani troops targeted Badoo and Chanoo hamlets. “Villagers residing along the LoC were evacuated and shifted to safer places,” a police official said.

on standards in Nigeria. Besides a letter of intent on agreements on health, customs, transfer of sentenced persons, and new and renewable energy was signed.

The two countries held discussions on a range of issues including cooperation in the field of security, defence, ICT, culture, oil and gas, concessional credits, bilateral air services agreements, power, IT, telecom, infrastructure and fight against terrorism.

Ansari then went to Mali, the first high-level visit by any Indian leader.

In Malian capital Bamako, he addressed the National Assembly, Parliament of Mali, and met President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, Prime Minister Modibo Keita, CEOs of Indian origin and Indian companies and also Indians posted in the West African country under United Nations Mission. He also participated in the Friday prayers at the Grand Mosque with the prime minister and hundreds of other devout.

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SRINAGAR, OCT 1 (PTI): Curfew was today lifted from Srinagar as the situation improved in the city, but normal life remained affected in the Kashmir Valley due to the separatist-sponsored strike for the 85th consecutive day. Curfew has been lifted from the areas of Srinagar where the curbs were in force yesterday and there is no curfew anywhere in Kashmir today, a police official said.

He said the curbs which were imposed earlier on the movement of people in some parts of the summer capital were lifted this morning in view of the improvement in the situation.

There was increased movement of private cars in and around the city centre here. Authorities had yesterday imposed curfew in seven police station areas of the city in view of the occupy Lal Chowk call by the separatists, and apprehensions of violence after the Friday prayers.

However, the official said restrictions under Section 144 of the CrPc were in place throughout the Valley as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order.

Meanwhile, normal life continued to remain affected in Kashmir for the 85th consecutive day today.

Shops, petrol pumps and other business establishments remained shut, while public transport remained off the roads.

Schools, colleges and other educational institutions also continued to remain closed across the Valley.

The separatist groups have been announcing weekly protest programmes with periodic relaxation on some days and extended the strike till October 6.

The separatists have asked people to occupy all inter-district routes towards Srinagar today.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Opposition leader in Parliament Mallikarjun Kharge during an all party meeting on cauvery issue after supreme court orders to release more water to Tamilnadu at Vidhan Soudha in Bengaluru on Staturday. (PTI) exercising the power as well as the nature of the function and obligation arising from the Legislation,” it said in the review plea.

Oppn asks govt not to release water to TN

Opposition parties in Karnataka today asked the Siddaramaiah government not to release “at any cost” 6,000 cusecs of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu as directed by the Supreme Court, and to oppose the formation of the Cauvery Water

Management Board.

Emerging out of a more than a three-hour long allparty meeting here, BJP and JDS leaders said they told the government to stick to the resolution passed by both the Houses of state legislature on September 23 that water should be used only for drinking purpose, and not be spared for any other use.

Soon after the all-party meet, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah went into a huddle at a meeting of the Council of Ministers which would take

a call on the Supreme Court directive.

Taking Karnataka to task for its repeated “defiance” by flouting its orders on release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu and giving it a last chance, the Supreme Court yesterday asked it to discharge 6,000 cusecs from October 1 to 6, warning no one would know when the “wrath of the law” would fall on it.

The court had also directed the Centre to constitute the Cauvery Water Management Board by October 4.

ENCSU expresses displeasure

Eastern Nagaland College Students’ Union (ENCSU) has expressed its displeasure at the technical education department in particular and the state government in general for “step motherly attitude” towards the Backward Tribes of the state by taking away four MBBS seats reserved for the BTs with the excuse that there were no qualified candidates.

Further, expressing strong resentment at the responsible authority for failing to deliver justice to the deprived people, the ENCSU chairman Longre

Chang and joint secretary Nokchem Angth said the state government and the department were well aware of the grievances expressed by the union, which they said was “admitted as genuine” by none other than the chief minister and the chief secretary.

However, they expressed surprise that the government was not in a position to “rectify errors committed by some officials of the department for their own vested interests.”

ENCSU alleged that the government and the department violated their own assurance given to the union on September 6, 2016 not to fill up four MBBS seats till the cabinet decides on the matter. But, the union said instead the department internally filled up all the MBBS seats including the three additional seats even before the Cabinet took decision on September 26, 2016.

Union affirmed that it opposed the decision of the

Army chief visits Northern Command after cross-LoC strike

(From p-1) He also informed that Nagaland Governor P.B.Acharya desired that the Dimapur railway station be adopted under Swachh Bharat and rope in patrons for helping to maintain a clean environment.

Geoffrey also informed that the Bengali Hindu Samaj have decided to make ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiran’ as this year’s Durga Puja theme. There will be competitions for the best and cleanest puja pandal premises besides poster and other competitions.

With festive season just round the corner, he expressed the hope that littering and careless dumping of garbage will be a thing of the past so as to present a clean and healthy Dimapur to tourists and visitors. He hoped that the people of the cosmopolitan city will carry forward the same spirit to make Dimapur district the cleanest in the state.

NCD president Bangerloba offered vote of thanks on behalf of NCD to all participants especially the Sikh Samaj for volunteering to host breakfast and also presenting a sword and saffron scarf each to the guests. The programme was chaired by NCD vice president, K. Gokheto Chophy.

UDHAMPUR, OCT 1 (PTI): Army Chief Dalbir Singh today visited the Northern Command based here to take stock of India’s operational preparedness along the border in the wake of heightened tension in Indo-Pak ties following the surgical strike targeting terror camps across LoC. “Gen Singh arrived at Northern Command headquarters this morning and chaired a high-level meeting to review the situation and operational preparedness in Jammu and Kashmir, including along the Line of Control,” a Defence official said.

The surgical strike, seen as a reprisal for Uri terror attack, was planned and executed by the Northern Command.

Singh also personally complimented officers and men who “successfully” targeted seven terror launch pads located in Leepa, Tattapani, Kel and Bhimbar, the official said.

He is scheduled to visit

cabinet to allocate four BDS seats as replacement against the four MBBS seats. It also questioned the government and the department that if there were no candidates qualified to study MBBS then how come the same candidates were found qualified for BDS since the same qualification is prescribed for both MBBS and BDS? “It is very clear from this that there was deep rooted intention to deprive the BTs of MBBS seats,” they alleged.

ENCSU said it was surprised to know that the department did not make known three additional MBBS seats to the cabinet during its meeting.

It said the department advertised only the fourth additional MBBS seat, which was received after the Cabinet meeting. In this regard, the ENCSU has challenged the department to come out openly in print media about the status of the first three additional MBBS seats.

(From p-1) He said the house, therefore, resolved to advise the government of the day to uphold the notification of 1977 and apply the same yardstick to all that wishes to live peacefully in Nagaland.

Kiphire and Tuensang issue: At the meeting, Therie said the committee was enlightened by the “Goodwill Mission team’ that toured Kiphire and Tuensang districts. The committee was informed that internal disturbances in the districts have been going on for over two decades. Therie said the executive committee was shocked to hear from the various communities living in the districts expressing non-existence of government. NPCC said internal disturbances have escalated during the NPF-BJP led government claiming many lives and the government has not been able to address the issues in any manner. It said people were left to fend for

Nagaland honours senior...

(From p-1) He said media should approach elderly people and highlight their plight. Theyo said youngsters should be taught through various forms of media how to respect elders and offer helping hand when situation demands. Reminding that ageing was the nature of human beings, which no one could escape, he advised young people to experience a fulfilling life in their age.

He also encouraged the older persons to take regular exercise, take long walk and spend time in personal devotion with God to live longer and healthier. The programme was compèred by state co-ordinator SRCW, Gracy Aye, invocation prayer was said

by Rev. Fr. Peter Saleu SDB parish priest, Christ King church Kohima village, special song was presented by Music ministry Chang Baptist church Kohima. All the senior citizens above 60 years were acknowledged with gift. The vote of thanks was proposed by state programme officer social welfare, E. Yanrenthung.

Vichii-u Zashiimo of Phesama village and Chatuo Paphino of Pfuchama bagged Kohima district senior citizen award and Dr. C. Thridongse Chochocham Thongrangse of Chimonger village under Tuensang district and Rev. Dr. L. Noksangchila (89) of Yaongyimsen village under Mokokchung district bagged state level senior citizen award and prize and certificate were handed over by the department secretary. Earlier, the senior citizens held walkathon from social welfare directorate, Raj Bhavan road to Zonal council hall, Kohima where hundred senior citizens joined the walkathon with the placard and banner some of which read “the longer I live the more beautiful life becomes”, “take a stand against ageism”, “our elders are our books”, “please care for us”, “don’t abuse elders”, You read the past in some old faces” etc.

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DIMAPUR, OCT 1(NPN): Joint council forum of Dubagaon, Eraranipathar, Eralibill, K. Hollohon Colony and Aoyimti Village (DEEHA) has reaffirmed its decision to stand by the September 10 public resolution to endorse the demand of the Co-ordination Committee on Fuel Adulteration (CCoFA) and the proposed bandh in the event the state government fails to fulfil the demands of instituting a CBI inquiry into the fuel adulteration racket.

In a press note, DEEHA general secretary V. Shekishe Achumi said the council during its meeting on September 28 resolved to enforce the following action within its jurisdiction on October 3 as a mark of solidarity with the CCoFA. The joint council further resolved to close down all village council offices and remain non functional within its jurisdiction, suspend all village council initiated activities/ development within its jurisdiction, not to entertain and imprint signatures on PRC, ST, SC, Indigenous certificate etc within its jurisdiction, not to correspond or entertain any government official/department or attend any government initiated official meetings within its jurisdiction.

Dimapur citizens conduct ‘Clean Dimapur’ Swachh Bharat Mission

Chief of Army Staff, General Dalbir Singh along with Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Planning & System) at Headquarters of Northern Command, in Udhampur on Saturday. (PTI) army’s Western Command to review operational preparedness.

Sources had said the decision on the surgical strike was taken soon after the attack on

ENCSU phase-III stir from Oct 5 NPCC on Rongmei issue, disturbances...

(From p-1) ENCSU has requested all the citizens of Eastern Nagaland to extend “full cooperation” during the course of agitation as its demand was to safeguard the rights of the people of Eastern Nagaland in particular and the backward tribes of Nagaland in general.

DEEHA backs CCoFA demand

Registrar, IIPS

themselves and therefore all the tribes in districts have formed their own private militias.

NPCC said the government has not been able to even uphold the Court’s order. It said the attitude of the state government “implies of their mentality to suppress rights and justice.” On February 6, 2016, the NPCC said a Sangtam couple was murdered at Yayi River under Rurur village, which ignited communal backlash at Kiphire town leading to destruction of public properties, displacement of over 1400 public including government employees and students.

NPCC said the state government had constituted SIT and though the reports have been submitted, the government has not acted either to arrest the culprits or to compen-

sate the loss of lives and properties. “This only shows that the government of the day does not have the political will,” it stated. In the light of the above, NPCC executive committee has advised the state government to uphold the Court orders in the matters of land dispute. Stating that the demand for recognition of Tikkhir tribe has been suppressed for over three decades, the committee demanded that the government deliver justice without delay. It also demanded that the government act upon SIT report and address the demands and compensate the next of kin of the couple murdered near Yayi River under Rurür Village jurisdiction. The committee also demanded that loss of public properties be compensated and ban tribal militias immediately.

the Uri army base on September 18. They said India was ready with contingency plans considering the possibilities that Pakistan may retaliate in the wake of the surgical strike.

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opinion/EDITORIAL

Nagaland Post Vol. XXVI NO. 296 Dimapur, sunday, October 2, 2016

To regain lost ground

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agaland chief minister T.R.Zeliang in his speech at the 62nd attestation parade for recruit havildars and constables of the Nagaland Police, had said the rights things on the need to improve the state police force. He had made a point about the role of the police in being the protector and defender of the government and its system of law and order. The police is responsible for the enforcement of the law of the land and is described as the long arm of the law. Without an efficient and reliable police, the law cannot be enforced. In total, the role of the police is in crime prevention, criminal investigation, criminal prosecution and administering justice to society. If the government is serious about ensuring its police force does the job( without fear or favour) to protect law abiding citizens and bring offenders to book, then there is no doubt that the best ought to be placed at crucial positions to improve quality. Improvements don’t come cheap or easy; they require a transparent and accountable system where success is rewarded and failure is penalised. Naga police jawans have more than proved themselves as being among the finest fighting force wherever they are sent to various parts of India. The feats of the 9 IR(NAP) in fighting Naxalites in Chhattishgarh has become legendary, that till today, the Naga boys are still in much demand. Of course, the Naga girls of IRB are also not far behind. However fighting prowess should not be mistaken for policing in modern context.

Such a role is left to the para military force in times of war or conflict. Nagaland Police has grown very big and so also the problems. Today it is just like another department where political interference in appointments, transfers and postings and selection of officers to man crucial wings has adversely affected the efficiency and morale of the force. So much disgruntlement has percolated to the lower ranks because of irregularities in appointments etc. This newspaper had commented on this issue several times in the past. Irregularities in appointments such as backdoor or ad-hoc( that is later regularised) have deprived many serving personnel of promotions. The adverse impact on the force can be seen in the systemic de-institutionalisation of the force, which has led to their overstepping the limits of law more frequently, in greater dimension, more daringly and in a variety of bizarre ways. That aberrations such as- corruption and highhandedness and more are now starkly visible among all ranks. Unfortunately, politicization, criminalization and inefficiency of the police are overshadowing the efforts to introduce reforms in the law and order machinery. One of the biggest negative contribution to effective policing is absence of an independent investigation wing to ensure speedier justice that calls for better expertise and improved rapport with the public. Criminal investigation is an area where the force appears to have slipped down and the loss of public trust is also a low point.

Unless police reforms are implemented, it would be difficult to improve the performance of the force.

Nagaland Police is enjoys a good reputation as a professional fighting force and given the right leadership, training and motivation, the policemen have the potential of achieving new heights.

DailyDevotion The Place of Exaltation …Jesus took…them up on a high mountain apart by themselves… —Mark 9:2 We have all experienced times of exaltation on the mountain, when we have seen things from God’s perspective and have wanted to stay there. But God will never allow us to stay there. The true test of our spiritual life is in exhibiting the power to descend from the mountain. If we only have the power to go up, something is wrong. It is a wonderful thing to be on the mountain with God, but a person only gets there so that he may later go down and lift up the demon-possessed people in the valley (see Mark 9:14-18). We are not made for the mountains, for sunrises, or for the other beautiful attractions in life— those are simply intended to be moments of inspiration. We are made for the valley and the ordinary things of life, and that is where we have to prove our stamina and strength. Yet our spiritual selfishness always wants repeated moments on the mountain. We feel that we could talk and live like perfect angels, if we could only stay on the mountaintop. Those times of exaltation are exceptional and they have their meaning in our life with God, but we must beware to prevent our spiritual selfishness from wanting to make them the only time.

We are inclined to think that everything that happens is to be turned into useful teaching. In actual fact, it is to be turned into something even better than teaching, namely, character. The mountaintop is not meant to teach us anything, it is meant to make us something.

There is a terrible trap in always asking, “What’s the use of this experience?” We can never measure spiritual matters in that way. The moments on the mountaintop are rare moments, and they are meant for something in God’s purpose.

Quotes

The older I grow the more I listen to people who don’t talk much. ~ Germain G.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur Sunday, October 2, 2016

Post-mortem

Non violence for Sustainability T M ost of the countries in the world have witnessed violence in different forms.

There have been many struggles around the world. Some of the struggles are violent and some struggle or protest are non violent.

As long as there is injustice and inequality, there would be struggles and movements by people. There has been movement for freedom.

India had to fight a long way against British to get freedom. Many people had to fight against the colonial powers to get freedom and justice.

One of the unique and most powerful ways which has been showed to the world by Mahatma Gandhi is power of non violence. Today, entire world has been praising the way Mahatma Gandhi fought against mighty British without violence.

The principle of non-violence — also known as non-violent resistance — rejects the use of physical violence in order to achieve social or political change. Often described as “the politics of ordinary people”, this form of social struggle has been adopted by mass populations all over the world in campaigns for social justice.

Professor Gene Sharp, a leading scholar on non-violent resistance, uses the following definition in his publication, The Politics of Nonviolent Action “Nonviolent action is a technique by which people who reject passivity and submission, and who see struggle as essential, can wage their conflict without violence. Nonviolent action is not an attempt to avoid or ignore conflict. It is one response to the problem of how to act effectively in politics, especially how to wield powers effectively.”

Some of the categories of non-

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he recent break away of three giants Tribal bodies of Nagaland the Ao Senden, Sema and Lotha Hooho from Naga Hoho proves that desperate time calls for desperate measures. What these three giants did will give a new meaning and shape to the future of Nagaland. I hope this is a start of a fresh new perspective for Nagas. No power on the earth can stop an idea whose time has come. Looking at the present breakaway many may say a house divided cannot stand, however one must understand that there is no division, it is only a separation. And as for the house divided…. a house divided for a righteous cause will ever stand. There is a difference between separation and division. Division is bad but separation is ok. We have different tribes in Nagaland with separate customs but ever united and un-divided. Separation is also Biblical. Not all breakaway are evil.

Companies have separated over business policies, churches have separated over doctrine issues, countries have separated over political issues and political parties in Nagaland have separated over issues best known to them, but none of them are actually divided. All these companies, churches, countries, political parties despite their separation work together and in times of need would extend help to one another. They are

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violence action includes protest and persuasion, including marches and vigils; non-cooperation; non-violent intervention, such as blockades, etc.

People who believe in non violence must promote the non violence way of protest for getting justice. Many people may not agree that non violence is not the solution but we must remember we have no other means apart from this. It might take time but there are ways out to get justice or up hold human rights.

The International Day of Non-Violence is marked on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of nonviolence. According to General Assembly resolution A/RES/61/271 of 15 June 2007, which established the commemoration, the International Day is an occasion to “disseminate the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness”.

The resolution reaffirms “the universal relevance of the principle of non-violence” and the desire “to secure a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and non-violence”.

The resolution was introduced by Anand Sharma, the then Indian’s Minister of State on behalf of 140 co – sponsors.

Ban Ki-moon, SecretaryGeneral of United Nations on his message on the occasion has said that “we know that a culture of non-violence begins with respect for others, but it does not end there.

To nurture peace, we must respect nature. I am pleased this year’s International Day of Non-Violence puts the focus on sustainability and the environment. In all he did, Mahatma Gandhi honoured our

only separated by ideology but united and undivided in the spirit of humanism. India and Pakistan are arguing tooth and nail but should there be a disastrous natural calamity in India, Pakistan will extend its help and so will India to Pakistan. Therefore it must be understood and understood well that three Tribal bodies i.e Ao Senden, Sema and Lotha Hoho’s decision to exit form Naga Hoho does not mean they are the bad guys. There are no good guy or bad guy in the current situation. There are only those who can and those who cannot. And if those who “can” want to separate from those who “cannot”, common sense says it’s ok.

The three apex Tribal bodies i.e Ao,Sema,Lotha have tried their best to negotiate the Rongemei issue. Despite the negative outcome the three Tribal Bodies stayed with Naga Hoho, which is a clear demonstration of humbleness. After much dialogue the three Tribal bodies decided to act on their ultimatum and finally leave Naga Hoho. This shows that they abundantly upheld the spirit of negotiation till the end and by walking out of Naga Hoho the three Tribal Hohos proved to us all that they are not just talkers but doers as well. Thus the three major principle of conflict resolving through negotiation was fulfilled by the three Tribal Hohos

obligation to all living things. He reminded us that “Earth provides enough to satisfy everyone’s needs, but not everyone’s greed.” Gandhi also challenged us to “be the change we wish to see in the world”.

We have been seeing different movements and struggles in different parts of India. There have been protest and movements in the north eastern region. Some of the groups are in violent form as they are with arms while many other organisations are fighting for their rights in democratic and non violent ways. 2nd October is being observed as Gandhi Jayanti in India and International Non Violent Day has started since 2007. As the day has become a global celebration different governments and non governments organisation shall be organizing it around the world. I have seen All Bodo Students Union (ABSU), one of the largest ethnic students unions celebrating the day.

ABSU has been campaigning for illegal arms free society as illegal arms are threat to peace and civil society.

There are other organisations in North East region that are in arms struggle. They must take the path of non violence for solutions as violence is not the key for any social change or development. Every year on the International Day of Non-Violence, let us commit ourselves to the cause of peace, as exemplified by the life of Mahatma Gandhi who was born on this day 147 years ago. Together we can build a civil society and let us adapt to non violence for getting rights and justice. (Feedback may be sent to bkranjan@gmail.com) Ranjan K Baruah

Rainbow for the Nagas

he Flood story (Genesis 6-9) reminded us that human wickedness escalated to a point of no return.

The possibility of repentance and forgiveness of wickedness became remote. God felt regret and became frustrated with God’s own creation. This frustration (and not human sin alone) led to the destruction of life by flood. Immediately after the flood, God seems to realize that evil is part of human nature. This realization made God to make a covenant of life, “I will never again curse the ground because of man’s heart is evil from his youth; neither will I ever again destroy every living creature as I have done…. When the bow is in the clouds, I will look upon it and remembers the everlasting covenant between God and every living creature of all flesh that is upon the earth (Genesis 8: 21; 9:16). Noah’s story describes the possibility of a thin thread of continuity, the continuity between life and death.

Flood brought death. But the rainbow brings life.

Rainbow is a sign of Reconciliation: Sin destroys our relationship with fellow human beings and nature. Sin destroys peace, harmony and life. This displeases God- the Creator. It compelled God to impose corrective action leading to the total destruction of life by Flood. After the flood, Noah offered sacrifices to God as a sign of human repentance. God accepted Noah’s action and promised never to destroy the earth again. Rainbow is a sign of reconciliation between God and humankind and even with all creation.

Naga people must look to rainbow and reconcile among themselves. It is high time to forgive one another. It is high time to accept one another. It is high time for us to repent. Till the Nagas repent and reconcile with each other, flood will continue to take place and create havoc in our society.

Rainbow is a sign of Unity: One or two colours do not make a rainbow.

The composition of seven colours made

The exit of three giants in spirit and action. Therefore there is no room to raise our eyebrows at them. The three giants Tribal Hoho’s of Nagaland are separated from Naga Hoho yet undivided in cause for the Naga political cause. Therefore to use the matter of Naga political solution as bonding agent to re-join the three Hohos once again with the unstable Naga Hoho in relation to the Rongmei issue is misuse of the Naga political issue. Is Naga political solution so cheap that for any matter we can throw the issue of Naga Political solution on the face of those who don’t see eye to eye with us? Is Naga political solution greater than its Naga citizens? Is Nagaland for Naga? Or Is Nagaland for Christ? It is reasons like this that has reduced the Naga National Movement from International affairs to tribal affairs.

To say that the “Rongmei” issue had become a matter of contention among the Naga Hoho, the State government and the Ao,Sema,Lotha Hoho is an excuse with a heart but no soul.

It could have been any Naga Tribe. The yard stick which is applied to the Rongmei Tribe applies to any Naga Tribe be it the X-Tribe ,Y- Tribe or ZTribe. If a Tribe does not have the required qualification to be given the Indigenous Naga Tribe Status within Nagaland it cannot be bought with intellectual or political means.

I do not in any way un-

derestimate the other Naga Tribal bodies, but It is true that to pass certain decision regarding Naga customary laws in Nagaland the Ao Senden ,Sema and Lotha Hohos play a very crucial role. Naga Hoho understands this and wants the three giants back in Naga Hoho fold because without the Ao, Sema and Lotha Naga Hoho is unstable. At present there is no safety mechanism in Naga Hoho. There should be a safety mechanism in place; a safety mechanism to stop individuals (working as a mole from the inside or outside) to push certain ideas/laws which many not be in line with our Naga customary law using Naga Hoho. This safety mechanism can save a lot of misunderstanding and inconvenience which could prove to be very dangerous. Thus disassociating from Naga Hoho the Ao,Sema and Lotha Hoho have done a great favour to the people of Nagaland. The Ao,Sema and Lotha Hoho will now act as a safety mechanism against such assaults for all Nagas. Which is number one priority for the Nagas at this moment. A single stick (a single Naga Hoho) can be easy broken but a bunch of sticks (Bunch of Tribal bodies) like the CNTC,ENPO,NTC etc working together “independently” would be impossible to be broken.

The present scenario looks like some highly qualified intellectuals have come up with a

Clever mathematical formula that is, a political party in Nagaland with no opposition plus A Naga Hoho where Nagaland Tribal bodies are outnumbered

by Naga Tribal bodies from outside of Nagaland equals to passing any decision in Nagaland as “they” wish. This formula sounds intelligent but lakes WISDOM and is certainly not working. One can only imagine how much time, money and effort must have gone into this mathematical formula. This proves that inelegance, education, wealth, position, age, and even “Super majority” do not guarantee wisdom anymore.

Looks like the intellectuals at the negotiation tables are not gathering data to make a better decision but are gathering data to justify their decision, which Is wrong. It makes one wonder what will be their “Plan B”? Is “plan B” already being executed under the disguise of appealing the three Ao,Sema,Lotha to come back to the Naga Hoho fold? People are watching and if the Ao, Sema and Lotha Hoho just run back to the Naga Hoho, it risk losing its dignity and respect in the hearts of many Nagas who stand with the three Hohos decision to disassociate with Naga Hoho for the greater Interests of Nagas.

The Nagaland legislators asking the Ao, Sema and Lotha Hoho to reconsider the withdrawal from Naga Hoho is a job well done. I am sure tomorrow

Response to Rh. Raising NSCN-IM

he message of Rh Raising, NSCN-IM which appeared in the local dailies, Nagaland on September 28 was fictitious and full of lies. Rh. Raising besides in a part of his message said “Finally the traitorous NNC in collaboration with the Indian and Burmese armies attacked on Naga army makeshift camp at Langnok, where about a hundred Naga national workers including Chaplee Kilonser Khasui Longvah, Commander in Chief Brig. Thungbo, Col Newin CSO, Maj Shongshen, Capt. Shangam and many other national workers from the army and civil set up were killed in action at the battle of Langnok on September 27, 1980” This is a great lie and a wicked fiction. Such fraud created bloodshed and all sorts of problem among the Nagas. Hence my straight response to Rh. Raising is that NNC never attacked Langnok camp of NSCN since NNC was/is not an armed wing. But a group of Naga Army and some angry volunteers of 524 victims (Khiamniungan public who were killed by NSCN) in retaliation attacked the NSCN camp at Langnok on September 27, 1980.

Not even a ghost or a shadow of the Indian and Burmese armies were involved in the incident. God knows it and may God punish the liar.

Th Muivah, Isak Swu, Khaplang and Khole were working under the leadership of A.Z. Phizo, President NNC and Zashei Huire, Kedaghe (president), FGN till they formed NSCN. But as Muivah and

Isak had a plan to set up a socialist faction in the eastern sector of Nagaland, Muivah, Isak and their socialist comrades first murdered the following NNC/FGN leaders: 1. Lt.Col. Yamtsethong, Naga Army (Khiamniungan) was murdered on July 15 1979 at Tsonkhao village.

2. T.Venuh NNC vice president (Chakesang) was murdered on November 27, 1979.

3. Venyi Rhakho, Tatar (Chakesang) was murdered on November 27, 1979.

4. Kilonser Mayanger (Ao) was murdered at Hasik village in December 1979.

5. Lt. Col. Vesazo, Naga Army (Chakesang) was murdered in December 1979.

6. Lt. Col. Supong Naga Army (Ao) was murdered in December 1979.

7. Capt. Imsutoshi, Naga Army (Ao) was murdered in December in 1979.

8. Capt. Kumzak, Naga Army (Ao) was murdered in Paokingniu hill in December 1979.

9. Capt. Keviletuo, Naga Army (Angami) was murdered at Lao village in December 1979.

10. Lt. Vejoyi, Naga Army (Chakesang) was murdered in December 1979.

11. Lt. Yanger, Naga Army (Ao) was murdered at Hasik Village in December 1979 12. Sgt. Maj. Tinu Naga Army (Ao) was murdered at Hasik Village in December 1979.

13. Sgt. Vetelo, Naga army (Chakesang) was murdered at Hasik Village in December 1979.

14. Pinglang, Runa Peyu, Kingphu village, Khiamniungan region was murdered in January 1980.

15. N. Lorho, tatar Hoho speaker (Mao) was murdered on January 2, 1980.

16. Kilonser Ngathingkhui Ahum (Tangkhul) was murdered on January 3, 1980.

17. Lt. Jacob Ahum, Naga army (Tangkhul) was murdered on January 3 1980.

Then after killing the aforesaid NNC/FGN leaders, they immediately formed the so called National socialist Council of Nagaland, now Nagalim (NSCN) on January 31, 1980 without any knowledge of the Naga people.

And as soon as they formed the NSCN, they began to kill innocent Khiamniungan public in the name of Shillong Accord on February 15, 1980 under the command of so called Capt. Shangam Tangkhul and continued to kill more Khiamniungan public till September 26, 1980. Thus within a short period of seven months 524 innocent Khiamniungan publics including pastor, deacon, men, women and children who knew nothing about Shillong accord were killed without any reason. Houses, Churches, granaries and all kind of wealth and properties including traditional attires and all assortments of the twelve villages, namely Langkheng,

rainbow beautiful and make delightful to behold. Different Naga tribes must be united to build a beautiful nation even as different colours are united in rainbow and attracts the attention of millions of people. Naga nation cannot be built on the opinion of one or two renowned Naga individuals. It cannot be even built on the basis of just few well developed tribes/organisations. From different places and tribes, the Naga must come together and be united and rise above all obstacles even as rainbow appears in the midst of drizzle and sunshine to be seen by all. The Naga nation must show an example to all races and nations that there is possibility of living together as beautiful nation in the midst of differences and aspirations.

Rainbow is a sign of life: Flood is the opposite of rainbow. It is a sign of destruction. It signifies the danger and threat. It is a symbol of wickedness, greed, and violence. It is a symbol of death. Rainbow is a sign of life. It is a symbol of calm and peace. In a stormy rainy day, till rainbow appears in the sky, there is no guarantee for life. God through rainbow reminds us again and again to value and protect life. It is indeed sad that Nagas use Rainbow in their flag but continue to live wicked life. Any individual, political party or organisation that destroys Naga nation with vested interest deserves judgment. God did not destroy the earth anymore but God chose to die and become an atonement for us. We must reciprocate God and nature by becoming the ‘sacrificial lamb’ for each other. We need to say ‘sorry’ to fellow beings, to nature and to God. Mutual atonement will bring healing and prevent all kinds of destruction and death. In the Bible, flood story did not end up with destruction and death. Flood gives way to Rainbow and life begins all anew. Let rainbow appears for the Nagas. Kuknalim.

Z. K. Pahrü Pou, BTC, Pfutsero

Haikum, Asheiking, chukie, Hiuphu, Taingan, Thang, Thingniungan, Thon, Tsemhok, Pang and Kingjung were burned down into ashes. Mithuns, Buffaloes, Cows, Pigs, Goats, Dogs, Chickens and other domestic livings were randomly killed and consumed. And also even the remnants were shot dead and left them as it is without human nature.

Thus after murdering so much of Khiamniungan public and after facing such unbearable sufferings in the hands of NSCN, the Naga Army along with some angry volunteers of the victims in retaliation attacked the Langnok camp of the NSCN on September 27, 1980 and chased them out of from Khiamniungan soil. The picture of Indian and Burmese Armies did not come even in a dream in the Langnok incident.

The innocent Khiamniungan public who were killed by the NSCN armed men did not know whether the Shillong accord was white or black or whether the accord was bitter or sweet. But they were senselessly killed by the NSCN. They were also human beings like you and me and not insects. I, therefore as a senior national leader earnestly appeal to all the Khiamniungan citizen and fellow Nagas to kindly keep this in mind and to speak the truth and right in the days to come.

Eno. P. Mulio Khiamniungan, Shenta Kilonser, FGN

our Nagaland legislators would ask their fellow legislators to reconsider the dangerous level of corruption in our State, to reconsider their commitment to serve our fellow Naga citizens, to reconsider cases like unpaid salaries to many Hindi teachers, the pathetic road conditions, the recent fuel adulterations case and those hundreds of matters which are left unconsidered.

This world has witnessed two world wars. Many precious lives were lost, but In the middle of all the bloodshed and horror, the jet engine, Radio navigation, penicillin, the Radar etc were invented. It is an example that best can come out of the worst. The present scenario in Nagaland about the Rongemi issue is like a war in itself.

Many Rongmeis have been hurt and more may be confused by the current issue, it is a sad situation. However I believe the present war like situation will give rise to more refined humans among the Nagas. We have a lot to learn and a long road ahead.

Years from now when we look back, we will thank God for the present situation. Many of us have experienced it in our lives that a little discomfort is a good thing, but a lot usually proves to be even better. May or Good Lord grand wisdom to all our Naga Tribal bodies to make the best out of every worst situation.

God bless Nagaland.

Imlisanen Phom, Dimapur

Reader’s Post Dmc toll tax imbroglio

Sir,

The idea of collecting toll taxes and other revenues directly by the Dimapur Municipal Council is the outcome of the anomalies and misappropriations in the past. This experiment seems to have attracted the attention of the vast majority of the people of Dimapur as to what can be achieved when developmental activities are taken up without political interferences. As it is, our development strapped state is suffering in all spheres of basic amenities as nothing seems to be right for the common people. No proper roads, drainages, power supply interruptions, inefficient medical facilities etc. and what is worse is the fact that people have become so used to the sufferings that they find no reason to complain.

Considering the overall scenario, it came as a great relief to the people when the DMC started the developmental programmes and its benefit which the citizens started to enjoy. Not only that, it has also been found that the revenue collected from these very people have gone to waste in the past as nothing worth mentioning is there to be seen. The recent outcry of all the civil society organizations of Dimapur is the accumulated result of their gratitude towards the civic body which has done some wonderful works for the people. This public reaction may make our political bosses a little jittery as the limelight is getting away from them and of course not forgetting the cut from the revenue.

“GOD SAVE OUR SYSTEM” Timir Choudhury, A Dimapurian

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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(L-R): 1. Jacob Zhimomi along with two senior citizens K.Hollohon and Khriemoii Liegise and officials of department. (NP) 2. Senior citizen awardees during the International Day of Older Persons at Zonal Council Hall, Kohima. 3. ADC Wokha, Thavaseelan (IAS) addressing the International Day of Older Persons at Tiyi Town Hall, Wokha. 4. Former Chief Medical Officers (CMO), Dr. Viheshe Yepthomi speaking at the International Older’s Persons Day at Town Hall, Zunheboto. 5. SP Mon, Yangba addressing the International Day of Older Persons at Council Hall Mon. (DIPR)

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(L-R): 6. EAC Athibung, Lithrila speaking at the World International Day for Older Perosn at Town Hall. 7. International Day of Older Persons observed at SIRD Hall, Phek Town. 8. DC, Mokokchung, Sushil Kumar Patel speaking at the programme for International Day for Older Persons at Ongpangkong Salang, Mokokchung. 9. DC Tuensang, Alem Jongshi felicitating the Oldest female during the International Day for the Older People at CKS Hall, Tuensang. (DIPR)

tude towards older persons but show love and respect because they have played equal responsibility and contributed for the progress of the society.

CDPO, Wokha, Soren Kikon, stated that the day was observed to appreciate the contributions older citizens have made for the progress of the society and to raise awareness about issues concerning them such as health issues, emotional issues, elderly abuse, financial and housing issues.

He also highlighted the rights, policies and benefits of older persons introduced by the government.

Thungchano Tsanglao and Rikyho Kikon were presented awards of distinguished senior citizens by the chief guest. The function was chaired

by DWO, Wokha Zubemo Kikon while vote of thanks was delivered by chairman Senior Citizen Forum, Wokha.

ZUNHEBOTO: The program was organised by Nagaland Senior Citizen Forum Zunheboto District Unit (NSCFZDU) in collaboration with the department of Social Welfare.

Speaking on the occasion as chief guest, former CMO, Dr. Viheshe Yepthomi said, elders were assets in “our” society and were the storehouse of information, integrity and knowledge. While urging the younger generations to respect elders, the chief guest exhorted the gathering to be ambassadors of change and live exemplary lives.

District Welfare Officer (DWO), S. Wati Ozukum in his brief speech said that ‘Old age is not a curse but a boon’ and urged the gathering to feel proud for the contributions they have given to the society.

Two best district senior citizens were awarded to Khekiye Rochill and Tosheli Chishi.

Special prayer for older persons were made by senior pastor, SBCZ, Rev. YevitoJimo. The program was chaired by Izhekhu, president, NSCFZDU, while vote of thanks was proposed by Akuto Chishi.

MON: In Mon the day was organized by the department of Social Welfare under

the theme, ‘take a stand against ageism’ with SP Mon, Yangba as guest of honour.

The guest of honour encouraged the older persons to keep themselves engaged.

He said that no one can fight against ageism but one can fight for good health. Therefore he encouraged the older persons to keep their health in good condition. He also requested the people to take a pledge to make a difference on the international day of older persons starting from our very own family taking care of elderly people to bring a much needed change.

Free health check up of senior citizens were done by a medical team and Khampei (90 years) and Nonga (80 years) were felicitated as the oldest man and woman respectively.

The programme was led

by Wango CDPO, Aboi and Z. Murie, DWO Mon spoke on significance of International Day of Older persons.

AHTHIBUNG: The day was observed at Ahthibung town hall, organised by Social Welfare department with EAC Ahthibung Lithrila as the chief guest.

Lithrila said that the International Day for older person was started in the year 1991 and observed all over the world.

Speaking on the theme she said that the old aged persons were not burdens to the society but rather a blessing for the family and the society.

She also congratulated all the elderly for attaining senior citizenship which was the gift from God. Dr. Thangmong briefed on good health maintenance for elderly person. District welfare officer, Nokcharenla Longchar delivered vote of

thanks. She also presented citation along with the cash award to the oldest woman Nemneng (93) and oldest man Sekhose (87).

Earlier, special song was presented by A/W workers of Ahthibung while CDPO Namhuheing chaired the programme. Altogether 155 elderly persons attended the programme.

PHEK: Department of Social Welfare in collaboration with District Legal Service Authority & District Senior Citizen Association Phek observed the day at SIRD Hall, Phek town.

District & session judge, chairman of District Legal Service Authority Phek, Longshi Ezung was the special guest speaker and spoke on “Maintenance and welfare of parents and senior Citizen Act 2007”.

Best senior citizen award was given to Zhetoi Lohe and Nokrolu Dozo. The celebration was led by Shesuyi Vese, president, Phek District Senior Citizen Association. The significance of the day was highlighted by Keneikesangulie CDPO Phek. Vote of thank was pronounced by Khutseyi Vero, executive member, Phek District Senior Citizen Association.

MOKOKCHUNG: Organized by the office of the District Welfare, Mokokchung, the programme was held at Ongpangkong Salang Mokokchung. On the occasion, two Senior Citizens, Imdanglemla of Mopungchuket village and Tekayaba of Mongchen village were felicitated in recognition of their outstanding contribution towards the society. DC Mokokchung Sushil Kumar Patel presented the citation to the awardees.

DC in his speech said that in true sense, people never retired and therefore older persons must not feel that they were a burden but rather consider themselves as asset for the society. He urged upon the older persons to start second innings in life by taking a step forward and by overcoming Ageism.

Talking about human value, DC maintained that life was like an investment as everyone would get in return according to his deeds. As such Sushil Kumar sent a message to the young people that it was our responsibility to take good care of older persons in one’s own family as well as in the society. He further said that society should take blessing from the elders and acknowledge the contributions of the older persons.

Earlier, District Welfare Officer, Mokokchung, Bendangkokba delivered the keynote address, speech on behalf of senior citizens was said by vice president, Mokokchung District Pensioners Association, Tiamongba, special prayer for the older persons was pronounced by pastor, Kumlong Baptish Church Mokokchung, Rev. I. Lima Jamir and vote of thanks was proposed by CDPO Mangkolemba, Imliyanger.

The programme was chaired

by CDPO Changtongya, Tsungrusungla.

TUENSANG: The programme was organized

by United Tuensang Elderly Leaders Union (UTELU) and sponsored by department of Social Welfare with deputy commissioner Alem Jongshi Tuensang was the chief guest of the function. UTELU also nominated and awarded Apenla, 93 and

Yimkyuming, 95 as the oldest female and male respectively of Tuensang.

Alem Jongshi in his speech said that the assembly of such older people should be optimistically called as an assembly of wise people. Basing on the theme he advised the elderly people to live with correct attitude and not just to surrender to old age. He urged them to use their wisdom and experiences to mold the younger generation in right direction.

Legal Service Authority of Tuensang also gave an awareness on the rights of elderly people basing on the Maintenance and Welfare of the Parents & Senior citizens Act 2007.

District Welfare Officer Tuensang gave an introductory speech where he elaborated on the schemes and policies of the central and state government to safeguard the elderly people.

Special prayer for the senior citizens was pronounced by Rev. Dr. Yanger SBCTT. KDLSA: Kohima District Legal Services Authority (KDLSA) celebrated ‘International Day of Older Persons’ with the residents of Old Age Home, Kohima on October 1.

At the event, NJS, chief judicial magistrate, Kohima & secretary, KDLSA, Mezivolu T Therieh, expressed gratitude to the senior citizens for their contributions made to the society. While speaking on “Maintenance and Welfare of Parents And senior Citizens Act 2007,” Therieh said the Act was enacted to provide effective provisions for maintenance and welfare of parents/senior

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DIMAPUR, OCT 1 (NPN): International Day of Older Persons was observed in Dimapur at Diphupar Ao Baptist church compound on Saturday with the theme, “take a stand against ageism” with parliamentary secretary of Irrigation and Flood Control, Jacob Zhimomi as the chief guest.

Speaking on the occasion, Jacob said that younger generation would not be able to move further without the elders.

He said since forefathers’ time and in Naga tradition, “we have been respecting the elderly persons”, however with the coming of modern society the values have been disturbed a bit. He believed that till today the cultural values were still intact and said that “our traditional roots of respecting the elders should not be lost”.

He also asserted that one should acknowledge and pay attention to the elder persons since “they” were the assets of the society.

He also enlightened the gathering that on December 14, 1990, the UN General Assembly made October 1 as the International Day of Older Persons. The International Day of Older Persons was observed for the first time throughout the world on October 1, 1991.

During the day the department recognized two senior citizens K. Hollohon and Khriemoii Liegise and were awarded with citation and gift hampers. Jacob also gave gift hampers to all the elderly participants.

Earlier, the programme was chaired by District Welfare Officer (DWO), Dimapur, Tosheli Zhimomi, while God’s blessing was invoked by Ao Baptist church Diphupar, pastor N. Lipok Jamir.

Brief speech on theme of the year was delivered by District Programme Office (DPO) Dimapur, Nezolu Rhakho. The programme was enlightened with special numbers by anganwadi children Dimapur and vote of thanks was proposed

by CDPO Dhansaripar, Anuo Sazo.

KOHIMA: Life is meant to be celebrated at every stage, and the least “we” owe to the senior citizens is to give them the joy of living a comfortable, contented life for all the years they have contributed to the society, stated secretary Social Welfare, Dellirose M. Sakhrie while addressing the International Day of Older Persons at Zonal Council Hall, Kohima on 1st October 2016.

According to DIPR report, she stressed on the theme and explained that ‘ageism’ was a discrimination faced by a group of bracketed category of people who were in the age of 60 years and above. This sort of discrimination leads to marginalization of the older person in “our” social setup and have negative impact on their health and wellbeing, she said and called upon all to gain a deeper understanding of the various issues faced by the aged people, who were physically, emotionally and mentally fragile so as to minimize and eradicate ageism.

The secretary also informed the gathering that the State Old Age Pension which started in 1981 was merged with the Central scheme Indira Gandhi Old Age Pension and on State/Central share basis the department was presently providing Old Age Pension to 51,750 senior citizens between the age of 60-79 and Old Age Pension to 3161 senior citizens above 80 years.

Exhorting the gathering, N. Theyo said “we” cannot demand respect from the society

unless “we respect ourselves and make ourselves respectable and to be positive and look forward to live for another 30 to 50 years”. He also added that one should learn to celebrate the achievements of our young ones without any competition which in turn would keep us young and moving forward.

Dwelling on some problems faced by senior citizens in the state, Theyo said that many problems were faced while payment of bill viz. electricity, water supply, telephone and banks specially SBI where majority of old people draw their pensions as there was no specific counter for older persons.

He also requested the media to approach elderly people and highlight their plight. He also mentioned that youngsters should be taught through various forms of visuals/TV etc. how to respect elders and offer helping hand when situation demands.

State award for senior citizens were awarded to Rev Dr. L. Noksangchila, 89 years of age and Dr. C Thridongse, 86 years of age for their contribution to the society. District awards were presented to Vichu-u Zashumo and Chatuo Paphino. All senior citizens present at the programme were also felicitated by the department. A special song was presented by Music Ministry, Chang Baptist Church, Kohima.

Earlier, to mark the observance of International Day of Older Persons a walkathon was organized from directorate of Social Welfare, Raj Bhavan Road to Zonal Council Hall.

The walkathon was flagged off by president, Nagaland Senior Citizen Association, Dr. Toshi Ao. WOKHA: In Wokha the day was observed at Tiyi Town Hall, Wokha on October 1, with ADC, Wokha, Thavaseelan (IAS) as the chief guest.

According to DIPR, addressing the gathering the chief guest said that the day was observed to show gratitude and respect to senior citizens who were once the torch bearers of the society. He said that “we” should reconsider “our” atti-

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citizens above 60 years.

Under the Act children/ heirs were legally obligated to provide maintenance monthly allowance up to Rs. 10,000 to parents/senior citizens.

She also lauded the contributions of the State Government in recognizing the Old Age Home, Kohima and for contributing to the said home.

While highlighting KDLSA activities, she urged the senior citizens to avail the service of the Legal Services Authority without hesitation.

She further encouraged them to have a positive outlook on life and stay active mentally and physically and continue to be an asset to the society.

Aanel lawyer Akumla Longchari, spoke on the topic “Legal Aid and Legal Services.”

Earlier, welcome address was presented by managing director, Old Age Home, Kohima Neithonuo.

She shared how senior citizens were celebrated and respected on the special occasion around the world.

The managing director highlighted the various activities of the Home.

Neithonuo also dwelled on the aims, objectives, and criteria for enrolment as a resident. Altogether 22 senior residents, staff members and panels lawyers from Kohima attended the programme which was chaired by panel lawyer Hisinlo Himb. Nancy Ezung, panel lawyer presented a song and entertainment session was conducted by panel lawyer Esther Khing.

DLSA: Dimapur Legal Services Authority (DLSA) in collaboration with Criminal Justice Fellowship Program, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, celebrated the day at the Tribal Old Age Home.

The program was chaired by advocate Sentimenla. In her welcome speech, Nikita Engheepi, Criminal Justice Fellow said that the day was to celebrate all the older people and value them. She highlighted the problem of Ageism and how unfortunately, it was slowly growing in the state as well.

She said that law was equally available for all and thus it was important for the older people to understand and know their rights. Advocate Esther further emphasised on the various schemes and rights that were available for them. Healthcare, travelling and also mandatory care of them by their children and relatives were also highlighted. Advocate Zuchembeni ended the program by speaking about the role of legal aid.

Gift and refreshment was served and the team then sat for an informal session where the older persons spoke about their grievances and cleared their confusions on the rights available to them.

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New Delhi, Oct 1 (PTI): After rising for two straight days, gold prices tumbled by Rs 325 to trade at over one-week low of Rs 31,200 per 10 grams at the bullion market today, on fall in domestic demand from jewellers amid weak global cues.

On the other hand, silver held steady at Rs 45,500 per kg in scattered deals from industrial units and coin makers.

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In international market, gold fell 0.30 per cent to USD 1,315.90 an ounce in New York in yesterday’s trade.

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districts spread across nine states have been identified in consultation with local governments, including Punjab, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.

Giving examples of onboarding of various government schemes on DBT, he said the government is now experimenting in various areas.

“Somewhere fertiliser is being experimented, somewhere food... One of the the great advantages would be to plug leakages, eliminate corruption and duplicacy and better targeting of subsidy,” Jaitley added.

It helps the government reach the targeted section more effectively and save money in the process that can be used for social programmes or alternatively, other developmental activities, he said.

“We are in the initial stages of various areas of implementation and I think the apprehensions which existed a couple of years ago have been to a large extent adequately addressed. Direct payment through this whole process of identification is slowly going to become the rule and not resorting to it would be an exception,” he said.

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New Delhi, Oct 1 (PTI): After the initial experiment in food and fertiliser, better targeting of kerosene subsidy is next on government agenda to plug diversion and black marketing of the fuel, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said.

“Kerosene in some parts of the country is used as fuel, and in many parts... Is misused. There is a huge amount of diversion... So, states are making efforts to become kerosene free because of a lot of diversion taking place,” he said at an event of the Observer Research Foundation here on Saturday.

He specifically made a mention of Union Territory of Chandigarh and Haryana trying to become kerosene free.

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Earlier this year, the Cabinet gave its nod for merger of State Bank of India (SBI), its associate lenders and Bharatiya Mahila Bank (BMB) that would make the state-owned lender a global-sized bank.

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NEW DELHI, Oct 1 (PTI): Government has given oneyear extension to SBI chief Arundhati Bhattacharya amid the lender’s consolidation with its associate banks. According to top government sources, the incumbent SBI chairman has been given one-year extension.

This will provide continuity at a time when the process of consolidation is going on.

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He had categorically said more than once that the latest scheme was not an amnesty.

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Bangalore, Oct 1 (PTI): Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) celebrates this auspicious festive season with the launch of ‘Q Service Festive Celebration’ across all authorized Toyota dealerships in India. Commencing from 1st October 2016, the campaign will run throughout the entire month till 31st October 2016.

In response to last year’s high customer demand for this offer, Toyota is back with this seasonal campaign, which is sure to pamper our customers yet again by indulging them in a wide range of offers that will make the upcoming festivities brighter.

The campaign has an assortment of exciting packages & offers like: *Assured gift on Purchase of Extended Warranty Package *Assured gift on avail of Express Maintenance in 60 minutes package *Upto 20% off on Car Care Treatments *Assured gifts on Purchase of Batteries *Assured gift on Purchase of Tyres The new campaign is a part of Toyota’s customer first philosophy and the revolutionary Quality, Durability and Reliability (QDR) that describes the company’s values and aspirations.

Speaking on the launch of the Festive Campaign, B. Padmanabha, Vice President

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declarant. Some will be higher, some will be lower,” he said, but ruled out any revelation of the names of the people who have availed of the scheme.

“We won’t give any specific information on tax declarants.”

The Finance Minister said the latest scheme should be viewed along with the numerous other steps the government has taken to ensure unaccounted wealth is declared and more people become tax compliant.

In this regard he mentioned the setting up of the Special Investigation Team to probe such cases, the rehaul of the Benami Act to help the state take over such assets and the follow-up on expose by various agencies of wealth stashed abroad, along with a specific scheme in this regard.

“In such large numbers people came to disclose income in eight figures. They have realised that they will benefit by tax compliance. Considering all the steps taken by government cumulatively, these are

Toyota launches “Q Service Festive Celebration” in India

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New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS): Unaccounted wealth amounting to Rs 65,250 crore has been declared by 64,275 people under the Income Tax Disclosure Scheme with scope for some upward revision once the full tabulation is completed, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley announced on Saturday.

Given the tax rate, penalty and surcharge of 45 per cent, this can fetch the government a little under Rs 30,000 crore.

Briefing reporters on the scheme, which was available from June 1 till the midnight of September 30, the Finance Minister said the tax authorities were still tabulating the declarations, both in physical and electronic form.

“So this (declarations) could be revised upward once the full tabulation takes place,” Jaitley said, adding that the money collected would go into the Consolidated Fund of India and will be used for social security purposes.

“Roughly, the declarations work out to Rs 1 crore per

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Syria conflict: Aleppo hospital ‘hit by bombs’

Aleppo, Oct 1 (Agencies): An air raid on the rebel-held eastern half of the Syrian city of Aleppo has hit the area’s largest hospital for the second time in a matter of days, a medical charity says.

The Syrian American Medical Society, which supports the hospital, said it had been struck by barrel bombs.

The same facility was hit in a similar attack on Wednesday.

There are also reports of Russian-backed Syrian government forces hitting Aleppo’s historic Old City.

And clashes between government troops and rebels on the ground are said to be occurring in several Aleppo neighbourhoods.

Russian and Syrian air forces resumed attacks on the rebel-held east of the city after a partial truce lapsed on 19 September.

Government forces have also launched a ground offensive against the rebels.

The mounting civilian death toll has sparked international protests. The US says Russia is driving moderate rebels into the arms of jihadists.

Once Syria’s commercial and industrial hub, Aleppo has been divided roughly in two since 2012.

The UN says at least

A still image taken on September 27, 2016 from drone footage obtained by Reuters shows the busiest city Aleppo lying in ruins.

400 civilians, including many children, have been killed in the city this week as a result of Russian and Syrian government attacks.

A spokesman for the Syrian American Medical Society, a non-governmental organisation, told AFP news agency that two barrel bombs - improvised devices dropped from helicopters - had hit the hospital it supports.

“There were reports of a cluster bomb as well,” Adham Sahloul said.

The M10 hospital was said to be out of service after

it was bombarded on Wednesday but Mr Sahloul said a small group of patients and staff had been inside when the bombing began and remained trapped there.

Hospital administrator Mohammad Abu Rajab made an urgent appeal for help on Saturday from inside M10, AFP adds.

“The hospital is being destroyed! SOS, everyone!” he was quoted as saying.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault condemned the bombing of the hospital, saying the shelling

of healthcare structures and personnel constituted war crimes.

“Their perpetrators will be held to account,” he said on Saturday. “France is mobilising at the Security Council as we speak to put a stop to this unacceptable tragedy.”

‘Shelling heavily’ The Syrian army says it is gaining ground but the rebels deny this.

“They are shelling the Old City heavily after another failed attempt to gain ground,” Abu Hamam, from the Failaq al-Sham group, was

quoted as saying by Reuters news agency.

“They have lost several fighters and we are steadfast.”

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a UK-based monitoring group, also reported government barrel bomb and jet attacks on the Ghouta area outside Damascus on Saturday.

In another development, it said government forces were battling fighters from the Islamic State group in Homs region.

War of words Washington and Moscow have continued to spar over Syria, with the US dismissing Russian accusations that it was protecting a jihadist group in its bid to oust Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said the US had broken its promise to separate the powerful Jabhat Fateh al-Sham (formerly known as al-Nusra Front) and other extremist groups from more moderate rebels.

State department spokesman Mark Toner said the Russian allegations were “absurd”.

He told reporters the US had not targeted al-Nusra for months because they had become “intermingled” with other groups and civilians.

9 US objects to Alabama top judge ousted Pak’s nuke threats over gay marriage stand against India Washington, Oct 1 (PTI): The United States has strongly objected to threats of nuclear warfare made by Pakistan against India and has conveyed its displeasure to that country in this regard.

“We made that (American objection on nuclear threat) clear to them (Pakistan). Repeatedly,” a senior State Department official said.

The official who spoke on condition of anonymity, however, would not reveal the level at which the message was conveyed to Pakistan.

“It is very concerning. It is a serious thing,” the official said when asked about Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif ’s assertions, twice in the last 15 days, that his country could use nuclear weapons against India. “We will destroy India if it dares to impose war on us,” Asif had told a Pakistani news channel in his latest interview. “Pakistan army is fully prepared to answer any misadventure of India.”

“We have not made atomic device to display in a showcase. If a such a situation arises we will use it (nuclear weapons) and eliminate India,” Asif had said. The statements raised eyebrows in the Obama Administration and is seen as “irresponsible” behaviour by top Pakistani leadership.

Washington, Oct 1 (PTI): Alabama’s top judge has been suspended for the remainder of his term for defying federal court rulings that legalised same-sex marriage.

Roy Moore, 69, violated judicial ethics with an order seen as directing probate judges to deny marriage licences to gay couples, a judicial panel ruled.

The decision was a “politically motivated effort” by radical groups, he said. His lawyer has vowed to appeal.

It is the second suspension for Moore, an outspoken conservative.

In 2003, he was removed for refusing to take down a monument of the Ten Commandments he installed at a state building.

He was re-elected as chief justice of the state’s Supreme Court in 2012.

In Friday’s decision, the nine-member Alabama Court of the Judiciary unanimously decided to suspend him for the remainder of his term without pay.

The move essentially removes Mr Moore from the bench, as he will be unable to seek re-election at the end of his term, in January 2019, because of age restrictions, his lawyer Mat Staver said.

Reacting to the decision, Mr Moore said in a state-

Roy Moore ment: “This was a politically motivated effort by radical homosexual and transgender groups to remove me as chief justice of the Supreme Court because of outspoken opposition to their immoral agenda.”

The panel found that Mr Moore’s ruling in 6 January showed “disregard for binding federal law” after the US Supreme Court landmark decision in June 2015 affirming gay marriage rights.

Testifying in his defence, Mr Moore said there was uncertainty after conflicting opinions on gay marriage from state and federal courts.

Mr Moore is known for his opposition to samesex marriage, and has called homosexuality an “inherent evil” in the past.

Typhoon Megi:10 killed, 29 missing Pak panel to inspect boat Clinton ahead of Trump in post-debate poll used by 26/11 terrorists

living supplies, according to the statement.

Megi, the 17th typhoon this year, made landfall in Fujian on Wednesday, and brought heavy downpours and landslides in affected areas.

The typhoon has destroyed homes and crops and caused direct economic losses worth 5.53 billion yuan ($829 million), it said.

Hurricane Matthew heads for Jamaica

Kingston, Oct 1 (Agencies): Hurricane Matthew has weakened slightly as it moves towards Jamaica, but is still packing winds of up to 250km/h (155mph), strong enough to wreck houses, forecasters say. It is now a category four storm, the US National Hurricane Center says, after earlier reaching the top category five on a scale of intensity.

MPs are due to discuss preparations. The storm may make landfall by Monday.

Jamaica’s southern coast is expected to be hit first.

The capital, Kingston, is located in the area, as is the country’s only oil refinery.

Officials have warned the high winds could also batter the island’s main tourist areas including Montego Bay in the north. “The government is on high alert,” the prime minister’s director of communications was quoted as saying by Reuters.

“We hope that the hur-

ricane does not hit us, but if it does hit us, we are trying our very best to ensure that we are in the best possible place,” Robert Morgan said shelters are being set up throughout the island, Mr Morgan said.

As the storm approaches many Jamaicans are stocking up on water and food.

Tropical storm warnings have also been issued for parts of coastal Colombia and Haiti over the weekend.

Pak not getting support at UN over surgical strikes United Nations, Oct 1 (PTI): India has said Pakistan approaching the UN over the issue of surgical strikes in PoK has not found any resonance in the world body and rejected claims that the UN mission monitoring ceasefire “has not directly observed” any firing along the LoC. India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Syed Akbaruddin dismissed remarks made by Secretary General Ban Kimoon’s spokesperson Stephane Dujarric that the UN Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP) “has not directly observed any firing across the LoC related to the latest incidents”, a reference to the surgical strikes conducted

by India on September 29 targeting terror launch pads in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

Akbaruddin told reporters at the Indian Permanent Mission here yesterday that the facts on the ground do not change whether somebody has “observed” it or not.

“I have nothing to say because what (Dujarric) said was

‘directly observed’. It’s a call that they have to take. I cannot place myself in their boots and directly observe something,” the Indian envoy said when asked to comment on Dujarric’s remarks.

Akbar uddin said the “facts on the ground do not change whether somebody acknowledges or not. Facts are facts, we presented the facts and that’s where we stand.”

India on Thursday carried out surgical strikes on seven terror launch pads across the LoC with the Army inflicting “significant casualties” on terrorists preparing to infiltrate from PoK. When pressed at the daily press briefing to explain how UNMOGIP can say it did not observe any firing even as India said it has conducted the surgical strikes, Dujarric repeated that UNMOGIP has not “directly observed” any of the firing. “They are obviously aware of the reports of these presumed violations and are talking to the relevant concerned authorities,” he had said.

Akbaruddin said while Pakistan has reached out to the UN Chief and the 15-nation Council over the issues of the surgical strike and Kashmir, it’s call for intervention by the world body has not found any resonance as there was no further discussion on the matter.

“Yesterday there was some action. You are also aware of the reaction,” Akbaruddin said referring to Pakistan’s envoy Maleeha Lodhi meeting New Zealand’s UN Ambassador Gerard van Bohemen, president of the Council for the month of September, and raising in the UNSC the issue of the action by India.

The Indian envoy also added that Pakistan had raised the Kashmir issue in the General Assembly but asked how many nations “supported” it.

“By my count there were none,” he said adding that there is “no resonance” among UN member states for Pakistan’s claims on Kashmir.

“At the high-level General Debate, there was a specific and long Pakistani submission (on Kashmir). I did not hear

any resonance of that among any of the member states who took the floor. Ultimately 193 of them took the floor. There was no resonance. If you find anything contrary I’m willing to listen,” Akbaruddin said.

Akbaruddin stressed that as a responsible state, India will not be “indifferent to impunity” as an option.

“Our approach is that the response (surgical strike) we undertook yesterday...was a measured, proportionate, counter-terrorist strike. It was reflective of our desire to stop a clear and imminent threat. Our objectives have been met and that effort has since ended,” he said. He reiterated that India’s effort as a “responsible state” is to respond proportionately and in a measured manner and achieve its objectives.

“In that case, we consider our objectives fulfilled. What spin somebody puts, whether somebody has seen it or not seen it, is not a germane to the issue. That it was undertaken, that we feel that it achieved our objective is important for us as a country,” he said.

WASHINGTON, OCT 1 (Agencies): Hillary Clinton has pulled ahead of presidential rival Donald Trump in a new national poll out on Friday, just days after her strong showing in the first televised debate.

The Democrat and former secretary of state bested her Republican rival by three percentage points in a Fox News poll which showed her ahead 43 to 40 percent.

Although Clinton’s lead is within the poll’s three percentage point margin of error, it shows a bump for Clinton, who beat Trump by only one percentage point in the same

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The Dimapur Mekokla Ekhung would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Benjamin Kikon on being promoted to the post of Deputy Director (Department of Agriculture) Govt. of Nagaland.

The Union prays and wishes him that may God would bless him and continue to bestow His boundless blessings in his future endeavours.

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poll two weeks ago.

Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson and Green Party candidate Jill Stein polled at eight and four percent respectively.

The nationwide results come as Clinton’s numbers improve in a number of critical swing states following the debate.

Florida -- with its prodigious number of electoral votes -- has swung back toward Clinton since Monday’s political showdown, polling shows, offering her a tantalizing opening to reach the White House.

Meanwhile a Detroit

The Lower P.R. Hill Panchayat deeply expresses our appreciation to all those officers and personnel from Nagaland Fire Services Kohima for their timely arrival and dousing off the fire that started off from a kitchen and which soon began spreading so menacingly, threatening to engulf the entire building which in turn would have resulted in a major tragedy for the colony.

The Lower P.R. Hill Panchayat also deeply appreciates the dedication and professionalism displayed by the officers and all the personnel involved in averting this major tragedy on the night of 29th September 2016 at Lower P.R. Hill Kohima. Duly acknowledging your services, we pray that God the Almighty bless each of you abundantly.

Thank you once again.

Inaho Shohe General Secretary Lower P.R. Hill Panchayat, Kohima

N.Meren Longchar Vice Chairman Lower P.R. Hill Panchayat, Kohima

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About 2.09 million people had been affected as the impact of the typhoon spread to 16 cities in three provinces, including Zhejiang, Fujian and Jiangxi.

Most of the people listed missing were from two villages hit by landslides.

About 656,000 residents have been relocated and nearly 700 are in urgent need of basic

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BEIJING, Oct 1 (Agencies): Ten people were killed in the devastation caused by typhoon ‘Megi’ in China and 29 others were listed as missing, the government said on Friday. Five deaths were reported in east China’s Zhejiang Province and five more in southeast Fujian Province, the Chinese Ministry of Civil Affairs said in a statement.

rachi, from where the 10 LeT terrorists armed with AK-47 assault rifles and hand-grenades had left for India on November 23, 2008, to carry out attacks in Mumbai.

En route to their destination, they hijacked another boat, killing four of its crew members. They forced the vessel’s captain to take them close to the Indian shores and killed him when the vessel reached Mumbai’s coast.

Mastermind and LeT operations commander Zaki-ur Rehman Lakhvi, Abdul Wajid, Mazhar Iqbal, Hamad Amin Sadiq, Shahid Jameel Riaz, Jamil Ahmed and Younis Anjum are accused of abetment to murder, attempted murder, planning and executing the Mumbai attacks.

Lakhvi is living at an undisclosed location after being released from jail on bail a year ago. The other six suspects are in Adiala Jail, Rawalpindi.

The case has been underway in the country for more than six years.

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Rescue workers lift a piece of collapsed building at the site of a landslide caused by typhoon Megi. (Source-Internet)

Lahore, Oct 1 (PTI): A judicial commission constituted by a Pakistani anti-terrorism court will travel to the port city of Karachi next week to examine a boat used by 10 LeT terrorists to reach India for carrying out the 2008 Mumbai attacks.

The commission will travel to Karachi on October 6 to examine the boat, Al-Fouz, and will also record the testimony of a witness who saw the vessel being seized at the Karachi Shipyard.

Headed by an ATC judge, the commission includes officials from Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), the defence counsel and court officials.

The commission was constituted during a hearing into the Mumbai terror attacks case

by ATC-Islamabad, which held the hearing at the Adiala Jail Rawalpindi, last week as the court heard the boat was used by the terrorists in the attacks in which 166 people were killed and around 300 were injured.

The ATC judge accepted the request by the FIA to send a judicial commission to examine the boat as it was difficult to produce the vessel before the court. Earlier the Islamabad High Court had set aside the verdict of a trial court of not allowing to send a commission to Karachi terming it “flawed and not in accordance with law” and allowed examination of the boat in the port city.

In May, the prosecution had challenged the trial court’s decision to reject its plea to form a commission to examine the boat so that the vessel could be made a “case property”.

According to the FIA, the attackers used three boats - including Al Fauz - to reach Mumbai from Karachi.

Al-Fauz is in the custody of Pakistani authorities in Ka-

News-WDIV-TV four-way matchup conducted in the battleground state of Michigan found Clinton leading Trump by seven percentage points after the debate.

The first of three, the debate was the most watched in US history with 84 million people tuning in, according to a Nielsen tally.

During the clash the Democrat frequently forced her prickly opponent on the back foot over judgment, taxes, foreign policy and terrorism.

But American voters do not particularly like either candidate and many are still undecided.

The Fox News poll found that 53 percent had an unfavorable opinion of Clinton, while 55 percent view Trump in a negative light.

The number of voters who find Trump honest and trustworthy, meanwhile, sank eight points since mid-September to 31 percent.

Clinton’s numbers remain relatively unchanged: 35 percent now find her honest and trustworthy compared to 34 percent two weeks ago.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER KOHIMA : NAGALAND PUBLIC NOTICE

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Naga Bazar Women Society 1227 D. Block Kohima Town to Apex Health Care Society 2.

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Naga designers & brands takes part at The Smartisans Thonjiliu Pamai crowned signsBruceyoungSpringsteen student’s absence note Miss Peren 2016

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honjiliu Pamai, a class 12 student of All Saints Higher Secondary School, Peren was crowned as the 10th Miss Peren during a gala event held on September 30, at Indoor stadium, Peren organized by Peren District Beauty and Aesthetic Society.

While the first and sec-

ond runner up was bagged by Namgwangheile and Ichudaule Ndang respectively.

The Sub titles winners were: Miss Beautiful Skin, Miss Congeniality-Thonjiliu, Miss Beautiful Hair-Ichudaule Ndang, Miss Perfect 10-Lovely Irang and Miss PhotogenicIpungring.

The event was held

with Peren ADC S Tainiu as the chief judge while it was choreographed by Azyn Chawang.

The contestants displayed clothesline by designer Achungbo Chawang.

The society expresses gratitude to all those who have contributed towards the success of the program.

schoolboy from the US city of Philadelphia who skipped class to meet his musical hero handed his teacher an absence note with a difference.

The typewritten note was signed by rock legend Bruce Springsteen.

Fifth-grader Michael Fenerty met the star at a “meet-and-greet” in the Free Library of Philadelphia.

Springsteen, known to his legions of fans as “The Boss”, was in town signing copies of his new autobiography, Born to Run. Michael’s father, Mike Fenerty, told the Philadelphia Inquirer that he wanted to follow school rules for his son’s absence and was told that he would need Bruce Springsteen to sign an absence note.

So he typed out a letter to the principal that read: “Please excuse Michael Fenerty for being late or absent today. He came to the Free Library of Philadelphia to meet me and get a copy of my book.”

When fifth-grader Michael met the singer, he asked him: “Bruce, would you sign my absence note?”

Mr Fenerty told the Inquirer: “[Springsteen] lit up.

He said: ‘I have to read it first, that’s how I got in trouble with my first contract.’

(Clockwise) Naga designer Ikali with her team. Naga designer Liying with her team. PML team members with Guwahati designers. Nungshiba dolls of Nagaland.

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aga fashion Brands, Accessory and Fashion Designers took part in the The Smartisans, a Stoic Marketing Solutions initiative, showcasing the best of their creations. The Smartisans exhibition was held in

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each one of us”, said a representative of Preciousmelove.

The participants from Nagaland were- Preciousmelove (PML), Liying Clothing, Runway Nagaland, Ikali’s studio, J&Sasha Clothing and GuTouch Accessories.

strikes in PoK. He tweeted, “Big Congratulations to @PMOIndia & our brave Armed forces for a brilliant, successful & mature strategic strike against #terrorism !” However, this did not go down well with his Pakistani fans who called him names like ‘gaddar’ on social networking sites. Caught in a trying situation, Adnan went ahead and tweeted, “Pakistanis r outraged by my earlier tweet. Their outburst clearly means they see Terrorist & Pakistan as the same! The Chakhesang Baptist Church Kohima music ministry celebrated the autumn concert on September 30. #selfgoal#stopterrorism.”

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ver since MNS has issued a threat to all Pakistani artists in India to leave the country, there have been mixed reactions on the issue from everybody.

Some people have come in support of the decision while some have gravely condemned it.

well. We were humbled when a lot of people came up to us and said they love our Naga fashion, style and designs.

Experiences like this makes us very happy and proud, it inspires us to work harder. It was a wonderful platform for

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Pakistani fans slam Adnan Sami, call him a ‘gaddar’

dnan Sami who was born a Pakistani embraced Indian citizenship a few years back. The singer recently expressed his happiness over India’s surgical

Vivanta by Taj in Guwahati on the September 25.

“We were all welcomed with a lot of love, warmth and great hospitality. It was a great event where we met so many wonderful people from Assam and neighbouring states as

Yesterday, Salman Khan opened up about the issue and said that art and terrorism shouldn’t be mixed and Pakistani artists aren’t terrorists.

The statement invited backlash from the Shiv Sena on Saturday who said that Salman Khan too should migrate to Pakistan if he likes the Paki-

stani actors so much.

Now, even MNS chief Raj Thackeray has issued a statement, questioning Salman’s support to the artistes from across the border. He has asked Salman if he thinks there was a dearth of good talent in India.

At a press conference earlier today, he spoke at length about the matter and questioned whether we are short of artists in our country and why do we need Pakistani artists to work in our films.

He further took a dig at Khan saying, “Jawans are fighting for us at borders. What’ll happen if they decide to put down their weapons? Who’ll guard borders? Salman Khan?

These artists should realise ‘Nation first’. If they have so much problem, we will ban their movies too.”

Jolie reportedly granted full custody in temporary divorce deal

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rad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have reportedly come to a temporary divorce agreement for the next three weeks only 10 days after the actress filed for divorce, TMZ reports. According to the media outlet, the LA County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) recommended that the couple either strike a deal or take their grievances to court in what would

surely be a publicity circus.

The agreement reportedly places the couple’s six children in the full physical custody of Jolie per her request in the initial filing, with Pitt granted temporary visitation rights.

However, according to TMZ, Pitt can only reportedly visit his children with a therapist present until he or she deems the actor fit to parent without supervision.

He is also reportedly mandated to participate in random drug tests, although TMZ notes his screening from his first test came back negative. In the meantime, both Jolie and Pitt as well as their children will participate in family counseling until the DCFS chooses to impose further regulations or let the court decide what happens next.

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he ‘Inter School Competition 2016’ on creative bible reading, quartet and musical play was organised by the All Nagaland Private School Association, Mokokchung Unit, Saturday, at the Town Hall, under the theme: ‘Togetherness’.

The competitions were

judged by Aosunep, Akumyala and Temsuwati. A special song was presented by the students of Jubilee Memorial School and creative presentations by QMHHSS student Imliakum, Imkummenla of Ladybird school and Katibenla of John Douglas School.

The welcome note was

delivered by Secretary ANPSA, Mokokochung Unit, N. Ranjeet Singh and the invocation was said by Youth Director, Alempang. Baptist Church ipoknaro Jamir, while the programme was chaired by A/T Nagaland Christian Residential School, Anungla.

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You Got The Voice 97TH BIRTH ANNIVERSARY S-2 audition on Oct 5 CELEBRATIONS

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fter the success of ‘You Got the Voice Season -1’, the organizers are all set to begin the second season of the show with the audition dates set for October 5, onwards.

The winner of the show will get a cash prize of Rs 1.5 lakh, while the finalists will get the opportunity for a video recording of an original song.

The application form for

the event will be available at Musician’s Academy, Purana Bazaar, Octet School of Music, Thaekhu and Bless Mart, 3rd Mile, Dimapur.

Interested participants can sing in any dialect. There will be online auditions for contestants from other districts.

For more information one can contact 9774-21-5977 or 9774-57-2006 and get necessary details.

Happy Birthday Ipu!

May each upcoming moment be the source of Love, Joy, Meekness and bring you Good Health.

Cos’ your firm commitments and overwhelming accomplishments means a lot to us and indeed do us proud.

Profoundly, we thank and Praise the Almighty God at His benign Providence.

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AN ODE TO OUR BELOVED APO TSSENSAO ODYUO, WOKHA TOWN ON HIS 80TH BIRTHDAY THE 2ND OCT 2016

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Beside him Amongst us So long have you lived So long a jewel In our crown Here on earth Dad, you shall, forever be Everyone can turn eighty but very few people can turn with grace and a legacy like you.

You're a very speical man with a heart that is rare. Keep living with your unmatched zest and flare.

God bless you...

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India in driver’s seat after Day 2

Bhuvneshwar Kumar with teammates celebrate the wicket of New Zealand’s Martin Guptill.

crease for the touring side.

It was the fourth fivewicket haul for the 26-year-old Kumar, who replaced Umesh Yadav in the side.

Mohammed Shami struck first, trapping opener Tom Latham (one) lbw, before outof-sorts Martin Guptill (13) departed when the ball ricocheted off of his elbow and on to his stumps after he lifted his arms to avoid a sharply-rising Kumar delivery.

Henry Nicholls (one) was out soon after play resumed in the second session when the left-handed batsman chopped

BCCI doubles players salary

MUMBAI, Oct 1 (Agencies): India’s Test cricketers figuring in the team’s first eleven will now earn double their match fees. BCCI has raised the salaries of Test players from Rs 7 lakh to Rs 15 lakh for those in the playing XI and from Rs 3.5 lakh to Rs 7 lakh for reserves. The Board has extended the overnight bonanza to its associations by raising the annual subsidy for its full members from Rs 60 to Rs 70 crore.

BCCI called for a working committee meeting on Friday morning, just before the start of its Special General Meeting (SGM) which was eventually adjourned to Saturday. The agenda of the working committee meeting involved discussing India’s stand on playing Pakistan at the ICC Champions Trophy next year and appointing a general manager at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bangalore apart from the salary hike for cricketers

and increase in subsidy.

“I have always maintained that we need to do more for Test cricket and cricketers both, and this is the first step in that direction,” BCCI president Anurag Thakur said on Friday evening.

BCCI members had little idea of the possibility of a working committee meeting until Friday morning when the agenda was circulated. With India scheduled to play 11 more Tests at home after the ongoing Kolkata Test, every single cricketer from the playing eleven will earn a cool Rs 1.65 crore by the time Australia’s tour of India concludes early next year. The cricket board has now scheduled the SGM at 11am on Saturday to consider the Lodha committee’s recommendations even as it is left with no choice but to implement them in the backdrop of the Supreme Court’s July 18 order and the recent warning to do so by the Chief Justice of India.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We, the family members of Late Bumin Konyak GB, Zangkham village extend our sincere gratitude to each and everyone who stood by us at the time of our sorrow. Late Bumin was the pioneer of Christianity and modern education in Zangkham village. He served as GB from 1962 till his death.

Loving family members

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We the bereaved family members of Late Thungbemo Ezung, of Senjum Village, Dimapur would like to convey our sincere and humble gratitude to our neighbours, friends and well wishers who stood by us physically, financially and prayerfully during the prolonged illness and at the sudden demise of our beloved father on 24-09-2016.

Wife, daughter and relatives Born : 21.08.1978 – Died : 24.09.2016

Kumar on to his stumps to reduce the Kiwis to 23-3.

Stand-in captain Ross Taylor (36) and Luke Ronchi (35), who made 38 and 80 in the first test in Kanpur, took the fight to the hosts with a 62-run fourth-wicket stand before the latter was trapped in front by left-arm spinner Jadeja.

New Zealand’s hopes rested heavily on Taylor’s shoulders with regular captain Kane Williamson absent due to illness but after a two-andhalf hour rain delay the righthander pushed hard at a Kumar outswinger to be caught at first

slip. Kumar completed his fivewicket haul by sending back Mitchell Santner (11) and Matt Henry (nought) in successive deliveries.

Earlier, resuming on 239-7, India, who lead the three-test series 1-0, added valuable runs through their lowerorder batsmen, with Saha (54 not out) completing his third test fifty. The 31-year-old Saha, who has cemented his place in India’s test side after the retirement of long-standing captain and wicketkeeper Mahendra Singh Dhoni, was struck on the elbow and the ribcage by some hostile New Zealand bowling.

But the right-hander did not flinch and brought up his fifty with a four and a six in successive deliveries off left-arm spinner Santner, much to the delight of the crowd, who applauded at length for the local player.

Saha added 41 for the eighth wicket with Jadeja (14) and another 35 for the final one with fellow home favourite Shami.

Brief scores: India 316 all out (Cheteshwar Pujara 87, Ajinkya Rahane 77, Wriddhiman Saha 54*; Matt Henry 3-46) lead New Zealand 128/7 (Ross Taylor 36, Luke Ronchi 35; Bhuvneshwar Kumar 5-33) by 188 runs.

Kiko, Villa& Xavi named La Liga ambassadors

Madrid, Oct 1 (IANS): Spanish footballers Kiko Narvaez, David Villa and Xavi Hernandez will join the list of La Liga ambassadors, the organisation announced through their social networks.

Xavi completed his entire career in Spain in the ranks of FC Barcelona, becoming an emblem of the club.

He participated in 17 Ligas and managed to lift the trophy on eight occasions.

Since 2015, he has played in Qatari side al-Sadd, reports Efe. Villa has a history of 14 years in La Liga, debuting with Sporting in 2000 and later defending the colors of Zaragoza, Valencia, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.

The Spaniard is currently active in the ranks of New York City in the American League.

Kiko played a total of 12 seasons in La Liga, wearing the shirts of Cadiz, Atletico Madrid and Extremadura, and getting crowned champion in 1995 with Atleti.

The role of these ambassadors is to represent and promote the image of La Liga worldwide.

Hamilton scorches to Malaysian GP pole ahead of Rosberg SEPANG, Oct 1 (Agencies): Lewis Hamilton put in a scintillating performance to take pole position for the Malaysian Grand Prix.

The world champion was 0.414 seconds quicker than Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg, with the Red Bulls of Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo next.

Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel and Kimi Raikkonen continued the two-by-two in fifth and sixth places.

Hamilton has a great chance to recover some of his eight-point title-race deficit to Rosberg in Sunday’s race.

The Briton was dominant throughout, with Rosberg only fifth after the first runs in final qualifying and having to rely on a last-gasp lap to vault up to the front row.

Hamilton looked fast in final practice and took that form into the start of qualifying as he topped all three sessions.

He was nearly 0.6secs up on Rosberg in second qualifying and then a massive 0.911secs clear after the first runs in Q3, on which Rosberg had a snap oversteer and ran wide off the track through the fast Turn Five.

Hamilton lost the championship lead to Rosberg following the German’s victory in Singapore two weeks ago but has been driving this weekend as if intent on recovering it in one go.

Rosberg has moved into that position after winning the past three races to overturn what had been a 19-point advantage for Hamilton after the

German Grand Prix in July.

Although Mercedes dominated qualifying, there is the possibility they will face a challenge for the victory from both Red Bull and Ferrari.

Verstappen, who outqualified Ricciardo for only the third time in their 12 races as team-mates, was the fastest driver in the race-simulation runs in Friday practice, with Mercedes and Ferrari closely matched just behind.

Behind the top three teams, Force India’s Sergio Perez was seventh as it emerged he has, after weeks of speculation, apparently completed the deal that will keep him at the team in 2017.

His team-mate Nico Hulkenberg was eighth, ahead of Jenson Button’s McLaren and Felipe Massa’s Williams.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We express our profound gratitude to those who stood and supported us physically, financially, morally and through prayer when we needed you most at the sudden demise of our beloved Late Thengem, Secretary Law & Justice Affairs, NNC/FGN on 23rd Sept. 2016.

We owe our special thanks to : 1. NNC/FGN Khiamniungan Region, Chang Region, Ao Region and all Ranks and Files of NNC/FGN 2. GPRN/NSCN Khiamniungan Region 3. Baptist Donthe Thangnokyan 4. Khiamniungan Baptist Church & Youth Deptt. Mokokchung 5. Khiamniungan Baptist Church & Youth Deptt. Tuensang 6. Aniangan Baptist Church 7. Khiamniungan Union Mokokchung 8. Village Council Nokyan 9. Village Council Nokhu 10.Tsamei SHG, Noklak 11.Doctors and nurses of Imkongliba Memorial Hospital, Mokokchung.

Though we are unable to mention each and every individual and organizations, it is our humble prayer to Almighty God to bless everyone abundantly.

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Players during the Government Higher Secondary School Noklak sports meet.

Dimapur, Oct 1 (NPN): Government Higher Secondary, Noklak annual sports extravaganza was held from September 7-9 at the public ground Noklak under the theme “Towards New Horizon”.

Y. Kongkhao Lushing,

Principal GHSS Noklak in his speech emphasized on the importance of sports in life.

The inaugural programme was chaired by Sichang PGT, physical education teacher (PET) W.Lachu Lam administered the oath to the athletes.

Sachin House emerged as the champion house of the three days tournament. Baichung House emerged as the winner in men’s football and Sachin House as runner-up.

C. Phuniang EAC Noklak graced the football final as the guest of honour.

Scottish boxer dies after being injured in bout GLASGOW, Oct 1 (Agencies): A Scottish boxer has died after suffering severe bleeding and swelling to his brain during a televised fight.

Mike Towell, who was 25, had to be carried from the ring on a stretcher after a fifthround loss to Dale Evans in Glasgow on Thursday.

Towell had been undefeated going into the fight - an eliminator for the British welterweight title - with 11 wins and one draw on his professional record.

Towell’s partner, Chloe Ross, said she was “absolutely heartbroken” to announce that he died Friday night, 12 hours after he was taken off life support.

Ross said the welterweight had been complaining of migraines in the run-up to the fight but put it down to stress.

“I’m absolutely heartbroken to say my annoying best friend passed away (Friday night) at 11.02 very peacefully,” Ross wrote on Facebook.

“Michael had severe bleeding and swelling to his brain. He had been complaining of headaches for the last few weeks but we put it down to migraines with the stress of his fight.

Mike Towell “It has been the longest 24 hours of our lives. My baby has lost his daddy. But he will be so proud of his dad in what he achieved.”

Towell’s family were at the boxer’s bedside in his final hours.

“Once he was taken off of his life support he managed 12 hours, 12 whole rounds off his life support, he fought right to the end and he’s done us all so proud,” Ross said Fight organizer, St. Andrews Sporting Club, said

Towell “will always be in our hearts.”

Evans is yet to comment on his opponent’s death but described Towell as a “true warrior” in a statement issued after he was taken to the hospital.

“The ingredients were there for an entertaining fight and it was that, we are both punchers and so sadly for Mike he came out the wrong side,” Evans said.

“I never wanted to see my opponent being stretchered out of the ring. Who would ever want that sight?

That was so hard for his family and my heart goes out to them.”.

The bout was refereed

by Victor Loughlin, who was also in charge of the British middleweight title fight in March between Chris Eubank and Nick Blackwell, which ended Blackwell’s career after he suffered a bleed on the skull when he was stopped in 10 rounds.

4TH DEATH ANNIVERSARY of our beloved Late Afia Magh

Died on 2nd October 2012

Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal, but the love which you have left with us leaves a beautiful memory that no one can steal.

Your loving, Mother, sister and brothers.

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KOLKATA, Oct 1 (Agencies): Bhuvneshwar Kumar picked up five wickets in a fine display of seam bowling to floor New Zealand after Wriddhiman Saha’s battling half-century helped India reach 316 on the second day of the second test at Eden Gardens on Saturday.

After India were dismissed shortly before lunch, their seamers did most of the damage as New Zealand staggered to 128 for seven at the close on a rain-interrupted day.

BJ Watling (12) and Jeetan Patel (five) were at the

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1st Death Anniversary of our beloved Late Chumben Tsopoe 02-10-2015

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A year has passed by on this day since you left us for your eternal home, but your presence is still in our hearts. And will always be until we meet again.

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Late N. Azüngla

Born : 04.09.1952 – Died : 27.09.2016

We the bereaved family members of Late Tinukumzuk Jamir (Süngratsü) would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to each and every individual who stood by and supported us physically, emotionally, financially and in prayers during the period of illness and at the sad demise of our beloved father on 27-09-2016.

We deeply regret our inability to thank each and everyone of you by words and names, but it is our sincere and humble prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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Loving wife, children, in-laws and relatives

We the family of Late N. Azüngla (Mongsenyimti Village) wish to offer our thanks most sincerely to our relatives, neighbours, friends and parishioners who showed great kindness and support during her illness and in the time since she left us on 23rd Sept. 2016.

It is during these difficult times that we see how lucky we are to have been blessed with a loving family and wonderful friends.

There are no words that seem adequate enough to say thank you to everyone who expressed kind messages of sympathy, encouraging words, thoughts, prayers and generous donations during the sad loss of our loving mother. Your expression of sympathy will never be forgotten.

May God bless you all.

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ISL opens amid much fanfare

Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor handing over the trophy to Nita Ambani. NorthEast United FC’s Katsumi Yusa fights for the ball during the opening ISL match on Saturday.

Guwa h at i , O c t 1 (Agencies): The third edition of the Indian Super League got off to a colourful start with a star-studded opening ceremony even as the fans, wearing their passion for the game on their sleeves. With a host of celebrities from the world of sports and entertainment in attendance, the half-an-hour long ceremony had the spectators at the jampacked stadium in thrall.

A carnival atmosphere filled the air as the ceremony showcased the cultural diversity and spirit of the eight sisters before familiar foes Northeast United FC and Kerala Blasters resumed their rivalry on the pitch. Besides the cultural part, act 1 also featured a bevy of Bollywood stars gyrating to hindi chartbusters, while all the franchise owners were called on to the stage one by one.

Bollywood heartthrobs Alia Bhatt, Jacqueline Fernandes and Varun Dhawan, along with about 500 performers rocked the stadium in the short, yet spectacular, show.

The local flavour was injected by the famed Shillong Chamber Choir who have enthralled audiences across the globe.

Alia, Jacqueline and

Varun set the stage ablaze with their scintillating acts and took selfies with ISL founding chairperson Nita Ambani, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, Indian Olympic silver medallist shuttler P V Sindhu, actors Ranbir Kapoor, John Abraham, Abhishek Bachchan and cricketing ace Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Sindhu performed the ceremonial kick-off.

The franchise-based league will be played across eight cities over the next 11 weeks. Nita had words of appreciation for the northeast region’s contribution to sport, especially football, in recent years.

“Northeast has been the epicentre for sports in India and it’s always a pleasure to be here. Northeast has produced great sports personalities like MC Mary Kom, Bhaichung Bhutia and now the latest sensation Dipa Karmakar,” Nita said in her address.

She added, “I am pleased to inform that the ISL grassroots initiative has reached 1.3 million children over the last two years. It’s a significant progress and we are committed to continue investing in India’s grasstoots football development.”

Highlanders start season with 1-0 win

NorthEast United FC edged past Kerala Blasters 1-0 in the opening tie of the Indian Super League’s (ISL) third edition at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, Guwahati.

Katsumi Yusa scored the only goal of the tie as the northeastern club picked three crucial points and avenge the 3-1 loss suffered last season in their opening tie. It was a drab start to the game as neither team was able to manufacture chances. The first shot on goal was excruciatingly weak as Romaric took onto a deft pass from Katsumi and drove in a left footer towards Stack in the 23rd minute. The first real chance befell the away side when Mehtab Hossain’s freekick saw Jhingan make a run to the far post and look to head it across the face of goal before Romaric did well to block his effort.

NorthEast United came close to scoring when Romaric’s cross from the left saw Velez out-jump Ishfaq and his angled header was just about kept out by Stack.

Alfaro picked up the pieces but couldn’t shoot on goal as he was closed down. At half-

Kvitova clinches Wuhan Open title take her foot of the gas as she smashed 28 winners in the match to coast to victory in a little more than an hour.

Despite her heavy defeat, Cibulkova will move up to a career-high eighth in the world rankings when they are released on Monday, while Kvitova will climb up to 11th.

Sania-Strycova lose in final

Petra Kvitova

WUHAN, Oct 1 (Agencies): Petra Kvitova raced to a 6-1 6-1 victory over Dominika Cibulkova in the Wuhan Open final on Saturday to capture her first title of the year with a ruthless display of power hitting.

The victory secured a second Wuhan title for the 14th-seeded Czech and moves Kvitova up to 12th place in the race to qualify for the seasonending eight-woman WTA Finals in Singapore after a campaign hampered by illness.

The two-time Wimbledon champion, who knocked

out world number one Angelique Kerber in the last 16, took a stranglehold of the match from the onset, losing just one point in the first four games as she blazed through the first set.

Cibulkova, who had won her previous two meetings against the Czech, played four three-setters in five matches en route to the final and fatigue appeared to catch up with the 10th-seeded Slovak as she managed just two winners in the entire contest.

With the first set under her belt, Kvitova refused to

Sania Mirza and her Czech partner Barbora Strycova suffered a straight-set loss against Bethanie MattekSands and Lucie Safarova in the summit clash of the WTA Wuhan Open, here on Saturday.

The third seeds lost 1-6 4-6 to the fifth seeded USCzech pair of Mattek-Sands and Safarova in the finals of the $2,589,000 tournament that lasted a little over an hour. Mattek-Sands and Safarova converted six of the eight break points that came their way, while the Indo-Czech pair squandered six out of eight. Sania has won three titles in her last four tournaments she has played after splitting with Swiss Martina Hingis.

time, the scoreline read 0-0.

Two minutes into the second half and Jhingan went on an overlapping run down the right. His cross found German inside the box and his header went wide.

Borges got into the act when he found Narzary in space down the right. The former Pailan Arrows winger got past Ishfaq with ease and flashed a ball across the face of goal which was missed by Velez and Yusa.

The breakthrough eventually came in the 55th minute.

Velez did well to surge past Jhingan with the defender’s tackle taking the ball further away from him. The Argentine’s ball found Yusa, who had made a late run inside the box, and the Japanese made no mistake to score the first goal of ISL season three.

NorthEast saw off Kerala Blasters as the Yellow outfit failed to threaten the opposition goal in the closing stages. With this win, the Highlanders go on top of the ISL table as Kerala’s woeful run of form from second season continues.

Today’s match Time: 7:00 pm Atletico De Kolkata vs Chennaiyin FC

Zodiac, Naga hospital, Faith and Phesama win

NE Sports Climbing Association informs

Correspondent

Dimapur, Oct 1 (NPN): North East Sports Climbing Association has informed all its members, adventure and sports climbing associations in Nagaland, individual sports climbing experts and enthuse that there will be a consultative Meeting on October 3 at Hotel Japfu at 12 noon. The meeting will discuss and deliberate on formation of Nagaland Sports Climbing Association and nomination for board of promoters to work out modalities in line with NESCA, Indian Mountaineering Association and Olympic Association.

Kohima, Oct 1 (NPN): Zodiac FC Tekhuba, Naga Hospital Colony YO, Faith SC Dimapur and Phesama SU registered win on Saturday in the ongoing 17th NSF Martyrs’ memorial trophy played at Kohima local ground.

In the first match, Zodiac FC Tekhuba beat Furious XI by 1-0. The lone and winning goal was scored by Ketoulhou (7) in 23rd minute.

Nohim Uddin of Furious XI was cautioned for unsporting behaviour.

In second match, Naga

Hospital Colony YO downed Falcon FC Chiechama by 2-1. Neivisalie (1) of Naga hospital opened the account in 12th minute. Khrielavotuo (16) equalized the first goal in 13th minute. Lhouselie (9) doubled the score for Naga Hospital Youth in the 21st minute. Keneingulie (17) of Falcon FC was booked with a yellow card.

In third match, Faith SC Dimapur defeated Patkai FC by 3-2 via tie break after the match ended in a goalless draw in the stipulated time.

In the last match of the day, Phesama SU beat Li-

angmai FC, the runner-up of Capt. Kenguruse memorial football tourney this year, by 4-2 via tie break after the match ended goalless.

Matches for Monday 1st match: 9:30 am Danger FC Vs Kigwema SU 2nd match: 11:00 am Headwinks FC Chiechama Vs Govt. Polytechnic 3rd match: 12:30 pm Chiiziema FC Vs Meriama YO 4th match: 2:00 pm WASU Vs Pfiitseromi Youth Club

Chelsea beat Hull City 2-0; Liverpool win London, Oct 1 (Agencies): Diego Costa made it six goals from seven Premier League matches as Chelsea beat Hull City 2-0 at the KCOM Stadium.

The Brazil-born Spain international set up Willian’s goal just after the hour mark, a stunning curling shot into the top corner of David Marshall’s goal from the edge of the area.

And the former Atletico Madrid striker made it 2-0 midway through the second half with another curling finish past Marshall, after Nemanja Matic’s initial shot had been blocked.

Chelsea move up to sixth after a first league win in four matches, but the Tigers, who have now lost four of their last five Premier League games, slip to 15th, three points off the relegation zone.

Patrick van Aanholt netted an 83rd-minute equaliser, as Sunderland drew 1-1 with West Bromwich Albion at the Stadium of Light.

Summer signing Nacer Chadli opened the scoring for the Baggies on 35 minutes, his third goal in four Premier League matches for his new club, as many as he scored in his previous 30 games for Tottenham.

Earlier, Liverpool came

from behind to beat Swansea City 2-1 at the Liberty Stadium and move up to second in the Premier League table.

Leroy Fer gave Francesco Guidolin’s side an early lead, but second-half goals from Roberto Firmino and James Milner gave the Reds the points.

The Swans took the lead after eight minutes, as Fer held off Nathaniel Clyne’s powderpuff challenge at the near post to sweep home Borja Bostan’s header across goal from Gylffi Sigurdsson’s deep corner.

But Liverpool roared back in the second half, and netted their 25th goal of the Premier League season through Firmino’s 54th minute header.

Philippe Countinho’s blocked free-kick came back to Jordan Henderson, who floated a cross in for the Brazilian to beat the offside trap and direct a header past Swansea goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski.

Firmino now has 12 goals and four assists in his last 20 Premier League matches, following a slow start to his Anfield career after his £29m move from Hoffenheim in June 2015.

And Liverpool wrapped up their fourth consecutive Premier League win seven

Defender David Luiz climbs atop the backs of his teammates after Chelsea took the lead against Hull. minutes before the end, when got his feet in a tangle and was Milner drilled home his fourth unable to prod home Rangel’s penalty of the season, after cross from close range.

Angel Rangel had been peMatch results nalised for a push on Firmino Everton 1 – Crystal Palace following a hacked Mo BarSwansea 1 – 2 Liverpool row clearance.

West Ham 1 – 1 MiddlesMike van der Hoorn brough had a golden chance to nick a Hull City 0 – 2 Chelsea point for the Swans in injury- Sunderland 1 – 1 West Brom time, but the Dutch defender Watford 2 – 2 Bournemouth

Loyem memorial soccer c’ship Dimapur, Oct 1 (NPN): The 24th Edition of Loyem Memorial Senior Soccer Open Championship, 2016, organised by Confederation of Chang Students’ Union (CCSU) will be held from October 12 at local ground, Tuensang. Interested teams/ clubs can collect the registration forms from On Rush Cave (near Tower Clock) and Page Maker (bazar junction) Tuensang from October 3.

The last date for the submission of the form is October 8.

For more information contact 8731920043 or 9862678251

State taekwondo team at ntl c’ship

Dimapur, Oct 1 (NPN): Taekwondo players representing Nagaland state will be participating in the 62nd National School Games to be held at Telengana from October 3-8. The state taekwondo team comprising of 23 members, led by Visabiu Peseyie as chief de mission, has left for the event on Friday.

The players will be participating in Taekwondo Under-14 and Under-17 categories.

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