September 15, 2020

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NSCN (I-M) team to join Muivah in Delhi

DIMAPUR, SEP 14 (NPN): A 15-member NSCN (I-M) delegation led by its chairman, Q. Tuccu and vice president Tongmeth Wangnao left for Delhi on Monday.

The delegation took the Dimapur-Imphal flight and left for Delhi via Imphal.

Highly placed sources said that the delegation will join the other NSCN (I-M) members led by general secretary Th. Muivah, who have been camping in Delhi since July last. Of late, the NSCN (I-M) had been holding series of talks with the Centre, represented by senior Intelligence Bureau (IB) officials led by its director Arvind Kumar.

As reported in Nagaland Post in August, sources said that there could be some major development

by September end.

According to some reports published earlier, the Prime Minister’s Office has set a September deadline for the final settlement of all Naga political issues. However, the date and place of signing of the historic peace accord have not been finalised.

Meanwhile, sources

also informed that a delegation of the Working Committee of the NNPGs was likely to leave for Delhi soon to meet the Central leaders.

The Working Committee during its meeting with the Interlocutor for Naga Peace Talks, R.N. Ravi on September 10, decided to reveal competencies (all crucial matters discussed during negotiations), to the people before inking the final agreement.

A highly placed source, privy to the closed-door meeting, told Nagaland Post, that the negotiating parties felt that it was an “appropriate time” for the competencies to be shared with the people.

“Now that the process is at its final stage, the two negotiating parties feel that it is imperative that the competencies are shared with the people since they are the primary stakeholders of the Naga issue,” said the source.

Another reliable source pointed out that in the spirit of inclusiveness and transparency, the NNPGs had distributed “copies of competencies” to all who wanted to learn

about the ongoing process and who had were concerned over the issue.

In a statement on September 11, the Working Committee of the NNPGs had also declared that “the defining hour is approaching for announcing honourable and acceptable solution adding both the government of India and WC felt, that “the unity of Nagas at this time is critical.”

Further, in a recent statement issued through its convenor steering committee ‘maj’ (retd) Hutovi Chishi, NSCN (I-M) had said that the “historic Framework Agreement” signed on August 3,2015 with the government of India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi “is the only political process to bring solution that is honourable and acceptable.”

NSCN (I-M) said the Framework Agreement was not published in public domain after its signing since “competencies were yet to be worked out”.

NSCN (I-M) said any agreement signed under the Indian constitution could be openly published “like others do” but since FA and

competencies were worked out “outside the box” solution needed caution till its completion.

On August 26, 2020, NSCN (I-M) delegation led by its chairman, Q. Tuccu met leaders of 14 Apex Naga Tribal Hohos of Nagaland (ANTHN).

Highly placed NSCN (I-M) source had told Nagaland Post that the meeting was initiated to clear out any possible misunderstanding between the two parties.

NSCN (I-M) also held a meeting with Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation (ENPO) at Niathu Resort, Dimapur on September 9. At the meeting, NSCN (I-M) briefed ENPO, ENSF and ENWO on the developments in the ongoing “Indo-Naga” political talks, besides stressing that the process for reconciliation and unity and political talks should go on side by side.

NSCN (I-M) and the Nagaland Gaon Buras’ Federation (NGBF) also met on September 4 and resolved to strengthen the ongoing “Indo-Naga” peace talks and seek an honourable, acceptable, early and lasting solution.

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Parliament meets under COVID shadow

There won’t be enough Covid-19 vaccines till 2024, says SII CEO

NEW DELHI, SEP 14 (PTI): The Monsoon session of Parliament commenced on Monday amid extensive COVID-19 precautions, with a large number of members attending the proceedings while adjusting to the changes spawned by the epidemic.

In a first, the chambers of both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were used along with the galleries to seat members of each House which met at separate timings to ensure social distancing.

The usual hustle and bustle was missing in the Parliament complex on the first day of the 18-day Monsoon session in the wake of restricted entry. Lok Sabha sat in the morning from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., while Rajya Sabha held its four-hour sitting in the afternoon starting 3 p.m. where NDA nominee Harivansh was re-elected as deputy chairman and 15 new members took oath.

Meanwhile, around 30 MPs and over 50 employees of Parliament tested positive for COVID-19 so far, sources said on Monday.

NEW DELHI, SEP 14 ( AG E N C I E S ) : S e r u m Institute of India’s (SII) CEO Adar Poonawalla has warned there won’t be enough Covid-19 vaccines available in the world till 2024 at the earliest, according to a media report on Monday. “It’s going to take four to five years until everyone gets the vaccine on this planet,” said Poonawalla to Financial Times. The CEO of the world’s largest vaccine manufacturer has estimated that if the Covid-19 shot is a two-dose vaccine— such as measles or rotavirus — the world will need 15 billion doses, reported FT. The Pune-based pharma giant has partnered with five international pharmaceutical firms, including AstraZeneca and Novavax, to develop a Covid-19 vaccine and committed to producing one billion doses, of which it has pledged half to India.

Moreover, SII may also partner with Russia’s Gamaleya Research Institute to manufacture the Sputnik vaccine.

He said that the commitment far exceeded the capacity of other vaccine pro-

World will need 15 billion doses of COVID vaccine - Adar Poonawalla ducers. “I know the world wants to be optimistic on it . . . [but] I have not heard of anyone coming even close to that [level] right now,” he told FT. Poonawalla’s comments come just a day after India’s Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said that while there has been no date fixed on the availability of a potential Covid-19 vaccine, chances are it may be ready by the first quarter of 2021. He assured the vaccine will be first made available to those who need it the most, irrespective of their paying capacity.

“Issues like vaccine security, cost, equity, coldchain requirements, production timelines etc., are also been discussed intensely,” he stated. On the availability of the vaccine and its authori-

zation, Vardhan informed that Centre is considering emergency authorization of COVID-19 vaccination especially in the case of senior citizens and people working in high-risk settings. “This shall be done after a consensus has been reached”, he said, according to an official statement.

To allay fears regarding the safety aspect of the vaccines, he said, “I shall be the first to offer myself for receiving COVID vaccine, if people have a trust deficit.”

Furthermore, the Financial Times also reported that as part of SII’s agreement with AstraZeneca, the firm will aim to produce vaccine doses that cost around $3 for 68 countries and under its agreement with Novavax, for 92 countries.

Delhi: Rio calls on Nagaland COVID tally 5214 SSSUD lifts ban 3 tribal apex bodies urge CS to issue Petrol, diesel Gadkari, Rajnath COVID-19 STATUS AS ON september 14, 2020 on sand supply NOC to NHIDCL for upgrading 4 roads prices slashed DIMAPUR, SEP 14 (NPN): ACTIVE CASES State chief minister Neiphiu Rio called on the Union minister for Road Transport, Highways and Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Nitin Gadkari and Union Defence minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on Monday. Taking to twitter, Rio said he met Gadkari and discussed about Trans Nagaland Highway (Foothill Road) and other road projects. “We also discussed creation of skill development centres under MSME schemes,” he said.

Gadkari also wrote on twitter “Chief Minister of Nagaland Shri @Neiphiu_ Rio Ji called on to discuss the on-going infrastructure projects in the state. Discussions also included creation of skill development centres under MSME schemes.

Gadkari said he also suggested development of Bamboo clusters in the state to further support the growing agarbatti industry.

Meanwhile, Rio, in a separate tweet, said that he called on defence minister Rajnath Singh and sought support of Defence Ministry for Ceithu Airport Kohima in view of its strategic importance. Rio said he also discussed early completion of Bokajan-Botsa Road under Border Roads Organisation.

This is it!

“Well, we’re government agencies so we go after government critics.

Get ready for raids and arrests.”

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RecovMiTotal Symptomatic Death ered grated Cases Mild Moderate Dimapur 5 1 1870 2667 773 9* 9 Kiphire 0 0 10 12 2 0 0 Kohima 2 1 1216 1676 453 0 4 Longleng 0 0 4 5 0 0 1 Mokokchung 16 1 0 22 39 0 0 Mon 0 0 273 301 23 1 4 Peren 0 0 268 271 3 0 0 Phek 0 0 32 33 1 0 0 Tuensang 0 0 65 68 3 0 0 Wokha 0 0 24 25 1 0 0 Zunheboto 0 0 113 117 4 0 0 Total 8 2 3897 5214 1279 10 18 *2 deaths not due to Covid-19 *5 deaths in Dimapur under investigation District

Asymptomatic

DIMAPUR, SEP 14 (NPN): Nagaland on Monday reported 131 fresh COVID-10 positive cases-70 in Kohima, 60 in Dimapur and 1 in Mon, taking the tally to 5214 cases.

As on September 14, there were 1289 active cases, 3897 recovered, 10 deaths and 18 migrated.

As per the severity of symptoms, 1,279 active cases were asymptomatic, 8 mild and 2 moderate

cases. Further, out of the 5,214 positive cases, the distribution across various categories of people include 2463 cases from the armed forces/police, 1411 returnees, 319 frontline workers and 1021 traced contacts.

India COVID tally: India’s COVID-19 case tally crossed 48 lakh with 92,071 new infections being reported in a day, while over 37.8 lakh people have recuperated.

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DIMAPUR, SEP 14 (NPN): Sand Stockists and Suppliers Union Dimapur (SSSUD) has lifted “indefinite ban” on supply of sand in Dimapur and revised the price of sand to Rs. 65 per cubic feet (cft).

SSSUD general secretary Vikugha Chophy Monday told Nagaland Post over phone that the union would initiate strict actions against any suppliers selling sand at higher prices than the revised rate. The union also appealed to the buyers to inform the office if they were charged more.

Further, SSSUD has urged the law enforcing agencies to check and keep track of any illegal activities concerning sand.

For complaints and queries, one could contact the union (8837246968, 84139799500).

DIMAPUR, SEP 14 (NPN): Three tribal apex bodies– Sumi Hoho (SH), Chakhesang Public Organisation (CPO) and Pochury Hoho (PH)– have appealed to chief secretary Temjen Toy to issue No Objection Certificate (NOC) to National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) for repair and maintenance of Mokokchung-Zunheboto, Chozuba-Phek, MeluriPhek and Changtongya-Tuli roads.

In a letter to the chief secretary and signed by its president Hekhushe Shikhu and general secretary I Nikheto Jimomi, SH pointed out that the MokokchungZunheboto road, which was commercially very important and an alternate route to Kohima, Dimapur and Assam for emergency duties and for Zunheboto district, remained one of the most

PAM meets CSOs, tribal bodies for early Naga accord

PAM members after the meeting with CSOs and tribal hoho leaders, Monday. (PAM)

DIMAPUR, SEP 14 (NPN): Political Affairs Mission (PAM) of the Naga People’s Front (NPF) met various Naga civil society organisations (CSOs) on Monday at Police Complex, Chumukedima, wherein the CSOs expressed the view that all stakeholders be consulted and made signatories of the final Naga accord to rule out any misunderstandings. The CSOs included Nagaland GB Federation, Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation, Tenyimia Public Organisation, Naga Hoho, Naga Mothers Association,

Naga Students’ Federation and Eastern Naga Students’ Federation.

In a communiqué, PAM said its convener and Leader of Opposition, T.R. Zeliang expressed the view that unity by all Naga CSOs in one voice for an early solution was the first step towards attaining the much anticipated final solution and lasting peace in the region.

Zeliang also called upon the gathering for a collective genuine effort by all stakeholders including Naga public to facilitate and not be an obstruction in any form.

He maintained that Naga political issue was highly complex, which needed practical approach, political acumen and high level of understanding between the negotiating parties.

Further, Zeliang said that positive progress was possible if tribalism, polarisation or political colours were kept away on the Naga issue and only true genuine concern for permanent peace and progress. “This will ensure that the future of Naga generations and Naga areas be free from any conflict and enable a ecosystem of self

sustenance,” he said. The meeting, which reportedly lasted for almost five hours, viewed that Framework Agreement signed by NSCN (I-M) and Agreed Position

by WC of NNPGs needed deliberation by government of India for “an honourable common Final Naga Accord, based on the formal talks which concluded on October 31, 2019.”

According to PAM, Zeliang was likely to leave for New Delhi soon to meet Central leaders to convey the aspirations of the people for permanent peace in the region and the need of drafting of common Naga accord by the Government of India for early solution. PAM convenor was also joined by a few NPF core members for an interaction. PAM said that NTC has acknowledged the invitation, but regretted from attending the meeting due to prior engagements.

DIMAPUR, SEP 14 (NPN): State-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) decreased prices of petrol and diesel by 13-16 paise across the metros on Monday.

According to IOCL website, the prices of petrol in the national capital Delhi were slashed to Rs.81.72 from Rs.81.86 per litre and diesel rates were cut to Rs.72.78 from Rs.72.93 per litre.

After today’s rate revision, petrol price in Dimapur was reduced to Rs.87.03 per litre and diesel price was lowered to Rs.78.65 per litre.

In the state capital Kohima, prices of petrol and diesel stood at Rs.87.92 per litre and Rs.79.37 per litre respectively.

Currently, any revisions in the domestic fuel prices are effected at the pumps by state-run oil mar(Cont’d on p-5) keting companies at 6 a.m.

neglected roads and was almost not pliable.

SH said if the road was properly maintained or upgraded, it would greatly encourage many enterprising youth from the district as they would be able to transport raw materials, which were cheap and easily available, and market their finished products too, thus boosting the local economy that would benefit not only the people of Zunheboto district but also neighbouring districts. Considering the strategic, economic and social exigencies, SH stressed that undertaking and expediting maintenance and upgrade of the road at the earliest.

In a separate letter, Chakhesang Public Organisation (CPO) urged the chief secretary to give due consideration to Chozuba to Phek and Phek to Meluri road which it claimed was the economic lifeline of the

region. Not only in terms of connectivity or administrative convenience, the organisation said this road was also important to elevate the socio-economic condition of the people. Hence, it stressed that keeping the road wide and pliable through a competent agency like NHIDCL was indispensable.

Signed by CPO president Mikha Kenye and general secretary Veduvo Rhakho, the letter stated that the road would provide shorter route to the capital and facilitate economic growth. Further, as the road was vital for infrastructure projects like the upcoming hydro-electricity project on Tizu river and industrialization in mineral belts, which would require transportation of heavy machinery, the organisation said the road should be properly maintained through a competent agency.

Khango-led NSCN (K) reacts to claims

Ao Senden says it will represent Aos in the event of pol. solution

DIMAPUR, SEP 14 (NPN): Khango Konyak-led NSCN (K) has termed the press release issued by NSCN/ GPRN (K) MIP on Sunday as baseless and asked the latter to vacate the ceasefire office here and submit all its properties.

In a release, issued through dy. secretary MIP Chungki, the Khango-led NSCN (K) asserted that it has the right to claim and take further steps since the “disowned” general secretary had no right to occupy office and its properties.

The group further announced that after a deliberate discussion, it had resolved to elect its president/ chairman Khango Konyak as co-convenor of Working Committee (WC), NNPGs and kilonser AM Kaiba as WC member.

MOKOKCHUNG, SEP 14 (NPN): Ao Senden on Monday declared that in the event of an honourable and acceptable solution to the Naga political issue being worked out between the Government of India and Naga negotiating parties, no individual or group other than Ao Senden shall be party to such an agreement on behalf of the Ao Nagas.

In a press release, the apex organisation of Ao Nagas said this was a reiteration of its earlier resolution made known to all Naga political groups on August 22, 2015 and claimed that it was all along working together with all Naga political groups in mutual concord in pursuance of a solution to the Naga political problem.

“In the event of an (Cont’d on p-5) acceptable and honourable

solution to the Naga political problem being arrived at between the Government of India and Naga negotiating parties, and should the need arise to represent the consent and participation of the Ao Naga community at large, then it shall be the sole prerogative of Ao Senden to do so. No individual or group other than Ao Senden shall append any signature to the eventual agreement on behalf of the Ao Nagas.

This is a reiteration of our earlier declaration made on August 22, 2015,” stated the press release, which was appended by Chubawati Longchar and Imtipokyim, the organisation’s president and secretary respectively.

The release further stated that Ao Senden had been a part of the 14 Naga tribes working towards finding a peaceful (Cont’d on p-5) K Y M C

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WEATHER FORECAST

September 15 (Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Mostly cloudy with showers

31 25

Aizawl

Rather cloudy with a t-storm 27 20

Guwahati A thunderstorm in spots

29 25

A thunderstorm in spots

27 20

Itanagar Couple of thunderstorms

27 22

Shillong A thunderstorm around

21 18

Imphal

Kohima

A shower and t-storm around

24 18

Dimapur A stray morning thunderstorm 30 23 Mkg

An afternoon t-storm or two

Tuensang Couple of thunderstorm

25 19 19 15

Not as warm; a p.m t-storm

24 21

Zunheboto Mostly cloudy with a t-storm

22 17

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‘Hindi Diwas’ programmes organised in Nagaland

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TSUD extends support to DNSU demand

DIMAPUR: Tenyimi Students’ Union Dimapur (TSUD) has extended support to the Dimapur Naga Students’ Union (DNSU) call for revoking COVID-19 cess on petrol and diesel.

TSUD in a press release has appealed to the state government to understand the plight of its citizens and lift the hike at the earliest. While the state was the first to introduce COVID-19 cess, the TSUD stated that it has been five months since its inception and citizens were “reeling under economic hardships.”

It also pointed out that, the steep hike in petrol and diesel prices has adversely affected ICWD members with participants during the essay competition held on common citizens. TSUD September 14. stated that it will stand with DIMAPUR: Hindi Diwas pose and importance of Bhattacharjee stated that, the genuine appeals of the was observed at Nagaland celebrating Hindi Diwas. students of classes 7, 8 & citizens and DNSU. University (NU), Lumami Dr. Abemo, registrar also 9 participated. Cash prizes and Dimapur by Inner pointed out that language and certificate of excellence Wheel Club on September and culture play an impor- to winners and certificate of 14 respectively. tant role in ensuring people- participation were awarded NU Lumami: NU Lu- to-people connection and to every participant. Senior DIMAPUR: Department mami observed through in making a strong nation. Hindi teacher, Radheshy- of Excise, Dimapur unit, online video conferencing During the Hindi Fortnight am was also honoured at on September 14, carried out several raids at illegal at Lumami, organised by 2020, the Hindi Cell will the programme. the Hindi Cell of the Uni- conduct different competiIWCD members en- liquor joints in and around versity. tions through online mode couraged students for their Dimapur. According to A press release by NU among employees and stu- participation, while presi- Police/PRO, during the Lumami PRO, Peter Ki dents of NU as well as KV dent Sanjukta Bhatrachar- raid, 624 bottles of assorted stated that, prof. M.K. Sin- Lumami. jee spoke about IWCD and IMFL were seized, and alha, in-charge, Hindi Cell IWCD: Inner Wheel its works. IWCD secretary together 12 accused persons hosted the inaugural pro- Club, Dimapur (IWCD) spoke on the importance were arrested and booked gramme. He expounded on conducted an essay compe- of Hindi Diwas. Principal under relevant sections of the background and birth tition at Pranab Vidyapith Manoj Bhattacharjee also the NLTP Act 1989. Deof Hindi Day as well as the Hr. Sec. School (PVHSS), encouraged the students to partment further cautioned significance of Hindi.

Dimapur on September learn Rastra Bhasha with that such raids would be In his address, the vice- 14. enthusiasm. IWCD project continued time and again to chancellor prof. Pardeshi A press release by chairman Jyotsna Singh check menace of alcohol in the society.

Lal highlighted the pur- IWCD president, Sanjukta gave the vote of thanks.

Excise conducts raid, seizes IMFL

IG CRPF calls on Gov; reviews security DIMAPUR: Inspector General (IG), Manipur and Nagaland sector, CRPF, Randeep Datta, PMG, reviewed deployment and security scenario in Nagaland, along with DIGP (Ops) Syamchand De, CRPF Kohima on September 10.

A press release by DIG (Ops) Range, CRPF, Kohima stated that, Datta called on Governor of Nagaland, R.N. Ravi, chief secretary, home commissioner, IG AR (N), and discussed on existing security threat ramifications and upgrading security grid. He also discussed to adopt effective strategy to counter natural calamities through efficacious disaster management.

He further explained about multiple civic action programme executed

by CRPF in Nagaland and specifically mentioned about commendable con-

Governor of Nagaland, R. N. Ravi with IG CRPF at Raj Bhavan. tribution of DIG (Ops) Kohima Range, 78 and 173 Bn, CRPF, during pandemic Covid-19 crises.

IGP also stressed and assured to do more community development programme in far-flung pock-

SKK demands up-gradation of KPA

DIMAPUR: Calling upon the government of Nagaland to uphold the rule of law so as to avoid any discrepancies on the issue of Khelhoshe Polytechnic Atoizü (KPA) up-gradation, the All Sümi Students’ Union (SKK) said that it would be compelled to pursue “own course of action upto whatever extend if our appeal remains

adamant.”

A press release by SKK president, Hutoshe Kits and general secretary, Bokalu V. Jimo stated that, it has been sincerely pursuing the issue of up-gradation of KPA into a fullfledged Engineering College for the past few years and has been constantly in touch with the concerned government of Nagaland

Project ‘Ujjwal’ launched in Kiphire IAPNB celebrates ‘World Physiotherapy Day’

DC Kiphire, Abhinav Shivam along with officials at the inaugural programme. (DIPR) DIMAPUR: Project “Ujjwal” under the theme, “Light up our Kiphire” under the initiative of the district administration was launched on September 10 at Deluxe Point, Kiphire.

According to DIPR

report, project “ujjwal” is a multi phase project taken up by the district administration to install street lights in Kiphire town.

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kiphire, Abhinav Shivam appealed citizens

to maintain unity and aspire for excellence and efficiency.

He said that there was no reason for Kiphire to lag behind and that if people come together then the district can be transformed.

DIMAPUR: Indian Association of Physiotherapist Nagaland Branch (IAPNB) celebrated World Physiotherapy Day (WPD) along with rest of the world on September 8.

A press release by IAPNB, stated that WPD celebrated under the theme “Focus on rehabilitation and COVID-19” started with virtual presidential address from central IAP president. Various webinars were conducted by respective state branches covering topics ranging from “rehabilitation after COVID-19” by IAP, Bihar, “Role of physiotherapist in COVID ERA- physical and psychological perspective” by IAP Puducherry, “Rehabilitation strategies following COVID 19”,

by IAP Karnataka, panel discussion on “Physiotherapy- a key to recovery from COVID-19” by IAP Maharashtra, which stressed on the importance and role of physiotherapy in COVID rehabilitation.

It also stated that the day marked the unity and solidarity of global physiotherapy community, and with the ongoing pandemic, its profession was

Awareness for pregnant, lactating mothers

ASHA, anganwadi workers, DLCW: MSK officials along with pregnant and lactating mothers.

DIMAPUR: District Level Centre for Women (DLCW): Mahila Shakti Kendra (MSK) Tuensang with the district administration Tuensang conducted an awareness programme at Noksen and Longra villages on SepK Y M C

tember 14.

A press release by DLCW: Mahila Shakti Kendra Tuensang stated that, women welfare officer, Songmao M gave a brief introduction about nutritional food for pregnant woman and lactating

mothers and also highlighted about how to take care on antenatal, natal and post natal.

District coordinator S. Niamkoi gave an introduction about DLCW: MSK and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP). Pro-

gramme was attended by ASHA, anganwandi workers and all the pregnant and lactating mothers of the respective villages.

Nutrition supplements were also distributed for lactating and pregnant mothers.

uniquely placed to step up and contribute to the challenge and help the most vulnerable patients regain independence and quality of life.

Physiotherapists working in healthcare facilities were most likely to

ets for socio-economic development of the poor/ needy people of Nagaland.

He also expressed that CRPF was ever ready to adopt all steps to ensure national integrity, security and peace to the citizens.

& central ministry.

While appealing all the right thinking Naga people and the powers that be for realization of KPA up-gradation, the SKK stated that it will not entertain negative concept from any individual, organisation/political groups that tries to “belittle” the very issue that concerns all the Naga people at large.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

have role in management of patients admitted to hospital with confirmed or suspected COVID-19.

IAPNB stressed on global pandemic scenario and role of physiotherapist in acute hospital wards and ICUs.

2ND DEATH ANNIVERSARY

‘A brief sojourn on this terrestrial place and gone to his heavenly abode forever.’ ‘…In this world you will have trouble. But take heart!

I have overcome the world’. John 16:33.

Late Toshale Kemp

(1928 – Sept 15, 2018)

Your life was a blessing Your memory a treasure , Your are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure ~Always Loved Ones~

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The family of Late Sashikaba Ao (04/02/1942 to 19/08/2020), Mangmetong, resident of Signal, Dimapur, wishes to express our sincere gratitude to all who have been a great comfort and support during our sorrow, with the demise of our beloved father and my husband.

In times like this, the unstinted and true human values that all have imbibedin us with your selfless sacrifice shows that humanity shall triumph in the end. Thought’s encompasses more than deeds and so our family prayers will be with each and every one of you in the days to come too. May our Lord bless you all.

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Loving Wife, Children, Grandchildren, In-laws and Relatives.

AC K N O W L E D G E M E N T “You shall be a crown of beauty in the hand of the Lord” Isaiah 62:3 The family members of Late HOSHENI YEPTHO wish to acknowledge our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to each and every individuals who supported and sympathised with us spiritually, physically, financially and morally following our sad loss.

With all the unconditional love at the demise of our beloved MAMA. We extend our utmost thanks to:1. K. Hollohon, Ex - MLA Ghaspani -II 2. K.K Sema IAS, Retd.

(Ex- Candidate Ghaspani -II) 3. Mughavi T. Zhimo, Director Dimapur Airport 4. Y. Khetoshe Yeptho, Joint Director Edu. (Rtd) 5. Heito Muru, NIDC Joint Director (Rtd.) 6. Heloto K. Anche, Thahekhu Village 7. Shekavi Zhimo, Hd.GB Ghokuto Village 8. Jepitoshe L. Jakha, Hd. GB Homeland 9. Isawoto Zhimo, Hd.GB Nikhekhu Village 10. Inakhi Zhimo, Hd.GB Hetoyi 11. K. Hozheto Yeptho, Nikhekhu Village GB Late HOSHENI YEPTHO 12. Toshiho Village D.O.B : 26-12-1975 – D.O.D: 09-09-2020 13. Toshiho Akukuho 14. Toshiho VDB dept.

19. Homeland Baptist Church 15. Toshiho Students' Union 20. Khehoi Baptist Church 16. Toshiho Village Council 21. S. Hetoyi Baptist Church 17. Toshiho SHG Grace Group 22. Vixiye Union Dimapur (Western) 18. Nikhekhu Baptist Church Though, we could not mention each and everyone personally but your contribution towards our families would be treasured forever. Our humble prayer that the Almighty Lord bless each one of you for the good deeds.

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Loving Husband, Children, Grand Children & Relatives.

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Trying for corruption free governance: Mnp CM Correspondent

IMPHAL, Sep 14: Manipur chief minister, N Biren Singh on Monday said that his government was trying its best to deliver transparency and corruption free governance in the state.

The chief minister said, “The BJP-led government is trying its level best to deliver transparency and corruption free governance in the state.”

He informed that his government had established an anti-corruption cell to check and investigate malpractices in the public service.

After setting up the anti-corruption cell, the erstwhile vigilance department has been upgraded into vigilance and anti-corruption department which is being headed by Director General of Police (DGP).

To make Manipur a corruption free state, anticorruption drives were being conducted against those people who are responsible

Correspondent

IMPHAL, Sep 14: Several people were injured in an intervillage clash in Manipur’s Noney district, official reports said on Monday. Among the injured, at least seven villagers sustained severe injuries and were shifted to hospital for treatmant.

The clash erupted between the villagers of Jouzangtek and Nungsai Lamkau after an argument over earth dumping site on Sunday evening.

Reports said that during the course of expansion of a 50 km road from Tupul to Bishnupur at the inter-village border, villagers of Jouzangtek opposed the dumping of the earth cut down from the hill.

They insisted that the earth

removed from the area within Nungsai Lamkou village should be dumped in their area which the villagers of later opposed.

As the argument over the matter escalated, the villagers from both sides started attacking each other by holding deadly arms.

A team of police from Bishnupur district headquarter immediately rushed to the spot and controlled the situation after a brief struggle.

In the clash, the seven villagers who sustained serious injuries were evacuated to Bishnupur district hospital after administering first aid.

With tension still running high between the two villages, armed police have been detailed in the area, the report said.

Arunachal Pradesh COVID tally crosses 6,000-mark

Mizoram’s COVID tally rises to 1,428

APC Nagaland, Y. Kikheto Sema addressing the district officials on September 14. (DIPR)

has no scope for industry, agriculture has huge potential in the state with very fertile lands. He went on to note that North East in general and Nagaland area too has the youngest soil in the world, where almost everything grows.

He called upon all not to do different things but to do things differently and stressed on coordination

between various departments and districts as well, to help change people’s mindsets with an objective to help grow awareness about Jhum cultivation and its adverse effects. To create some impact it is important that everyone comes together with an aim for each district to become self sufficient, he continued.

Sensitisation on anti-stigma and discrimination on COVID-19

DIMAPUR: Sensitisation meeting-cum-anti stigma and discrimination on COVID-19 was held at Suruhoto block, Zunheboto on September 13, attended by administration, GBs, STH, church and area leaders.

A press release by CMO office district media officer, Shekho Sophie stated that, deputy CMO Dr. K. Akaho Sema spoke on stigma associated with COVID19. He said this was due to three main factors, namely lack of adequate information, fear of the disease, rumours and misinformation. Calling upon everyone to be supportive towards others, he also added that the only weapon to fight this disease is by wearing mask, proper hand washing and social distancing. He mentioned that stigma and discrimination was leading to people concealing K Y M C

symptoms, hesitancy in seeking medical care, not adhering to interventions like home quarantine, and ostracisation of healthcare workers and others involved in COVID-19 management. He also sought public co-operation since corona was here to stay and that one should learn to live with it.

DPO (RCH &UIP) Dr. Nukshisangla Jamir also acknowledged the community of Suruhoto for their active participation in combating against the disease.

DPM, Vitoli chaired the meeting, STBC pastor Toshevi gave invocation prayer, vote of thanks was delivered by MO I/c Suruhuto PHC, Dr. Renchamo and benediction by pastor, Yehemi Baptist Church, Rev. Hetoi Achumi.

grievances and problems faced by the people of the state and to minimize corruption in the state.

The government has also adopted e-office in order to maintain transparency in governance, he

Itanagar, Sep 14 (PTI): The COVID-19 caseload in Arunachal Pradesh crossed the 6000-mark with 146 fresh cases reported in the northeastern state, a senior Health department official said on Monday.

With the fresh cases, the total virus count in the state rose to 6,121, the official said.

Arunachal Pradesh Health and Family Welfare Minister Alo Libang has also tested positive for COVID-19, State Surveillance Officer Dr Lobsang Jampa said.

Of the fresh 146 cases, Capital Complex region reported the highest number at 71, followed by 16 in Lower Dibang Valley, seven cases each in Changlang and Longding, six each in East

State officials monitor NEC projects in Zunheboto DIMAPUR: Agriculture production commissioner (APC), Y. Kikheto Sumi and his team arrived Zunheboto town on September 14, as part of his tour across Nagaland to inspect and monitor the ongoing projects under NEC in the state of Nagaland.

According to DIPR report, the team comprising of Er. Hotovi Ayemi, chief engineer, Water Resources, Er. Hozheto, SE, PWD (R&B), Neingutole Zhasa, assistant development commissioner, Benri Mozhui, executive officer, NSAMB representative from IPR, began their tour with a meeting at the DC’s conference hall, Zunheboto town with the DC and various officials from the Agri and allied departments.

Kikheto while addressing the meeting stated that although Nagaland

AASU-AJYCP’s party to be named ‘Asom Jatiyo Parishad’ the elections, he said.

Elections to the 126member Assam Assembly is due early next year.

Veteran politician Jagadish Bhuyan has been appointed as the coordinator of the party, he said.

The formation of the party till the booth-level will be completed by October 30, the committee’s other convenor, former professor of Handique Girls’ College, Basanta Deka said.

The party’s constitution has almost been prepared and its state-level committee will be formed by the first week of November, he said.

The logo and the flag of the Asom Jatiyo Parishad, however, will be decided later, Deka said.

The AASU and the AJYCP had on September 12 appointed Bhattacharjya and Deka as the two convenors of the AAC to take all decisions in forming the party and preparing its road map.

grievance cell and website of anti-corruption cell, he added.

He said his government has initiated ‘Meeyamgi Numit and Hill Leaders’ Day’, which is being held every month, to address the

Several injured in inter-village clash

added.

Meanwhile, the chief minister laid the foundation stone for construction of a separate building of Manipur Lokayukta in Imphal’s Lamphelpat through video conference from chief minister’s secretariat on Monday.

Chairperson of Manipur Lokayukta, Justice T Nandakumar said that Lokayukta was just a tool to strengthen democracy in the country.

He appreciated the government for establishing Manipur Lokayukta and asserted that it was a landmark achievement.

He also appealed to the people to come forward and utilize the services offered by the institution.

Minister for law and legislative affairs L Jayantakumar Singh, member of Manipur Lokayukta Ameising Luikham, chief secretary Dr Rajesh Kumar, administrative secretaries and others also attended the function.

Scribe injured in attack by cop in Assam

Guwahati, Sep 14 (PTI): The political outfit to be floated by Assam’s powerful students’ organisations AASU and the AJYCP will be named the ‘Asom Jatiyo Parishad’ (AJP).

Convenors of the Assam Advisory Committee (AAC) formed by the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) and the Asom Jatiyatabadi Yuba Chatra Parishad (AJYCP) made the announcement on Monday.

“The name was selected from three suggestions made during a meeting of the committee on Sunday,” former Gauhati University professor Dr Krishna Gopal Bhattacharjya, one of the two convenors of the 16-member AAC, told reporters.

The new political entity will be guided by the slogan ‘ghore ghore aami’ (we are in each household) to establish relations with each family in the state and not just seek votes during

Manipur CM N Biren Singh during the programme in Imphal on Monday. (NP)

for misusing/misappropriation of public funds and those who violate the due rights of the people, said Singh.

Complaints related to corruption cases were being allowed to file through

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Siang, Lower Siang and Lower Subansiri and five each in Papumpare and Lohit, the official said.

Four cases were also reported in Tawang, three each from Dibang Valley and Upper Siang, two each in West Kameng and West Siang and one each case in Pakke Kessang, East Kameng and Anjaw districts respectively, Jampa said.

An official of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) from Lower Dibang Valley had also contracted the infection.

Barring eight, all are asymptomatic and shifted to Covid-19 care centres, the official said.

Taking to twitter the Health and Family Welfare minister informed about his virus infection

Dhubri, Sep 14 (PTI): A journalist of Assamese daily ‘Dainik Asom’ was allegedly attacked by a policeman and severely injured when he was returning home in Dhubri, police said on Monday.

Arun Paul was attacked with a sharp weapon by the constable following an argument when he as returning home on Sunday night from nearby Gauripur town.

He received severe head injuries and was initially admitted to Gauripur primary health center from where he was shifted to Dhubri civil hospital for better treatment.

A case has been registered under various sections of the IPC against the constable at the Gauripur police station and investigations into the case are on, the police said.

Paul is the Dhubri correspondent of Guwahatibased newspaper ‘Dainik Asom’, published by The Assam Tribune group.

on Sunday.

“Today I was tested positive for COVID. I am asymptomatic and following all the necessary instruction advised by doctors.

Therefore, I request each and everyone who came in contact with me in the past few days, to isolate themselves, get themselves tested and follow as per SOPs, Libang tweeted.

The health minister is the sixth legislator from Arunachal Pradesh to test positive for Covid19 after Education Minister Taba Tedir, state BJP President Biyuram Wahge, State BJP general secretary Zingnu Namchoom have tested positive for the virus.

The other two lawmakers to test Covid-19 positive are

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AGOK, NRDSA, OBASSN condolence

DIMAPUR: Angami Gazetted Officers Krotho (AGOK), Nagaland Rural Development Service Association (NRDSA) and Old Boys Association Sainik Schools (OBASS-Nagaland) chapter have condoled the death of late Mhiesihulie Bizo, deputy director Rural Development (RD) department and presently posted as programme officer, DRDA Dimapur, who passed away on September 14 at Guwahati.

AGOK: Angami Gazetted Officers Krotho (AGOK), president Dr. Kedo Punyu and general secretary, Megolhou Dolie in a condolence message to his wife and family, stated that in his passing, not only the department but the Krotho has lost a respected and esteemed member. AGOK stated that he shall be fondly remembered as a fun-living, supportive, sincere and hard working officer and will be dearly missed. AGOK offered its deepest condolences to the bereaved family and prayed that the departed soul rest in peace and the Almighty grant solace to the bereaved family.

NRDSA: Nagaland Rural Development Service Associa-

tion (NRDSA) in a condolence

by NRDSA president, K. Neibou Sekhose stated that, late Bizo was a pillar of encouragement for many especially the rural people and that his achievements and legacy will continue to live on. NRDSA also salute him for all that he has done for the development of rural areas and to the department in particular. It further prays to Almighty God to grant peace and healing to his family and the departed soul rest in peace.

OBASS-Nagaland chapter: Old Boys Association Sainik Schools (OBASS-Nagaland) chapter in a condolence by president Lhoubeilatuo Kire stated that late Bizo was an alumni of Sainik School Goalpara, Assam. OBASSN chapter stated that his passing away was not only an irreparable loss to the family but to the brotherhood fraternity of the OBASSN and that he will be missed dearly.

OBASSN also conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and pray that Almighty God give them comfort and solace and that the departed soul rest in eternal peace.

Jummon Ete Deoriand Wangdi Kharma.

As many as 123 more people were cured of the disease and discharged from hospitals on Sunday, Jampa said.

The recovery rate among the Covid-19 patients in the state now stands at 71.54 per cent, he said.

Arunachal Pradesh now has 1,732 active COVID-19 cases, while 4,379 people have recovered from the disease and 10 patients have succumbed to the infection, Jampa said.

The Capital Complex region, comprising Itanagar, Naharlagun, Nirjuli and Banderdewa areas, has the highest number of active cases at 435, the official said.

Aizawl, Sep 14 (PTI): Mizoram’s COVID-19 caseload rose to 1,428 as 14 more people have tested positive for novel coronavirus in the last 24 hours, an official said on Monday.

Of the 14 new cases, 11 were reported from Aizawl district, two from Saitual and one from Kolasib district, the official said.

Eight out of the 14 cases were locally transmitted cases. The remaining six patients have come from outside the state.

The number of active COVID-19 cases in the state now is 598.

F&ES contains fire outbreak in Dimapur

DIMAPUR: Dimapur Fire & Emergency Services contained fire outbreak at Zeliang Colony, Burma Camp, Dimapur on September 14.

A press release by F&ES Nagaland, deputy SP (F&ES) T. Shilu Jamir stated that, on receiving fire call at 10:26 a.m, the F&ES mobilised a quick response team from Fire Station Dimapur (central) to control the fire. Two fire tenders along with sufficient equipments and fire personnel pressed into

Fire personnel at Zeliang Colony, Burma Camp Dimapur on September 14.

action and due to timely response, properties worth over Rs. 10 lakhs could be salvaged and fire prevented from spreading. There was no report of casualty

while the cause of fire is due to commercial LPG cylinder hose leakage.

Response team was led by duty commander ASI, G. Niamlungpou Gonmei.

Kohima Police nabs 2 for illegal transportation of contraband

DIMAPUR: Highway Patrol team, Kohima Police while on routine patrolling along NH29 on September 12, 3 a.m. intercepted a truck B/R No UP21CN-0657.

According to Police/PRO, on thorough search of the vehicle, the team recovered 260 kgs of contraband ganja worth approximately Rs. 15 lakhs. The

driver along with the other occupant Md. Sgalin (32 years), Hashanpur, Amruha (UP) and Sophen (20 years), Hashanpur, Amruha were arrested for illegal transportation of contraband ganja.

Meanwhile, the vehicle along with the contraband ganja was seized and a case was registered at Sechü (Zubza) PS for further investigation.

news in Brief Training for nodal officers RD department: Nagaland state calendar for people’s plan campaign on Gram Panchayat Plan (GPDP) and Mission Antyodaya Survey 2020, state level training of line department nodal officers will be held on September 16, 12 noon onwards at RD directorate conference hall, Kohima. All nodal officers of the concerned line departments have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

Sr. SDEO Dimapur informs: Sr. sub divisional education officer (SDEO) Dimapur, has informed all Adhoc G/T, P/T (both state and SSA), grade III and IV staffs and contingency appointees under Sr. SDEO, Dimapur, to submit appointment order, latest extension order, proficiency/ performance certificate from School Management Committee (SMC) chairman, along with personal application for further extension of service for the academic year 2021, on or before September 21 during office hour.

EPFO online declaration and filing: Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) regional PF commissioner-I, P. Hangsing has informed all eligible employers registered under EPFO that subsidy for the wage months March 2020 to August 2020

needs to be claimed by submitting online declaration and filing electronic challan-cum-return (ECR).

All eligible employers have been requested to file ECR for the month of March to August 2020 on or before September 15 so that benefits of the subsidy can be credited to the Aadhaar seeded universal account number (UAN) of all eligible members.

Employers who have already remitted monthly dues before availing benefits may update form No. 5A (return of ownership) with bank details by uploading scanned copy of cancelled cheque, for claiming reimbursement. For more details, one may contact your local EPFO office.

DSSU first union assembly meeting: Dimapur Sümi Students’ Union (DSSU) has convened its first union assembly meeting on September 17, 11 a.m at DSSU office, Supply Colony, opposite to VJs Coaching Centre. All the units and sub-units have been requested to attend the assembly positively.

CNSA emergency executive meeting: Central Nagaland Students’ Association (CNSA) has convened an emergency consultative meeting on September 16, 11 a.m at office chamber Dimapur. All units presidents and representatives have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

Payment of pension scheme under NSAP: CDPO & additional charged to district welfare officer, Phek, Meshusayi Tetseo has informed that that the payment of pension scheme under NSAP and SOAP will be disbursed according to ICDS Project (CDPO) wise as per schedule from September 17 to December 16 at DWO office, Phek during office hour. VCCs are to collect the said pension scheme of respective village/town along with payment booklet of beneficiary and register of concern village. Falling to comply within the stipulated time will be his/her own risk and no payment will be entertained: Phek ICDS project September 17 to 22; Meluri September 23 to 29; Chozuba October 1 to 9; Kikruma October 12 to 17; Chizami October 19 to 27; Pfutsero October 28 to November 6.

Designated centres for returnees/travelers in Zbto: District Hospital Zunheboto and Community Health Centre (CHC) Pughoboto, have been designated as screening centres for returnees and travelers entering Zunheboto district from outside the state. Returnees/travelers coming to Zunheboto district from outside Nagaland should mandatorily report to the aforementioned designated screening centres for necessary protocols.

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Society under attack

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e it the chronic problem of mushrooming of illegal and multiple taxations which invaded society in Dimapur since the late 80s and whose negative and adverse impact continue to be felt across the state; the mushrooming of over a hundred unions, which seem to be solely involved with collection of “membership fees” besides the syndication of the market, formed legally, also contributes to adversely affecting the daily economic activities of people. Dimapur is the commercial centre of the state and important gateway to Nagaland as well as Manipur. These unwanted activities, some pursued under ‘authorised agencies’ to collect or impose tax, has earned the state a dubious distinction as having a thriving cottage industry of extortion. On the other hand, Dimapur has earned the unwanted distinction as the collection capital of the state with estimated illegal collections ranging around Rs.400 crore to Rs.500 crore annually. These issues have been raised umpteen times by various organisations since the late 90s. For instance, even before ACAUT Nagaland picked up the gauntlet against multiple and unabated taxations in 2013; there were other organisations that organised protest bandhs etc against these activities. The government had even ordered a ban on all forms of collection, whether authorised or otherwise. However, it proved easier to issue orders than in implementing them.

Some organisations had even gone to court and in response, the state government was reminded about its own ban order. In 2013, ACAUT Nagaland organised protest rallies across the state and people’s rising anger at the collection racket and market syndication reached its peak. The impact of ACAUT’s rallies was huge and the government could no longer pretend that it was concerned with its people’s problems without action. The state government, as with its habit, instead of taking cognisance of the complaints, took the easy way out by constituting a three-member High Power Committee, headed by retired Supreme Court judge in August 2014 to examine the complaints. The HPC went about its work and finally submitted its report in June 2015. Had the government been as sincere as it pretended to do while constituting the HPC ,it would have responded by declaring the contents of the report and then make its stand clear. However, the report remains under cold storage since 2015 which proved that this is how the government deals with difficult problems. Then ACAUT itself virtually went in to hibernation and only in 2018 its offshoot –Public Action Committee(PAC) under the aegis of Naga Council Dimapur picked up the gauntlet. The PAC directed its full force solely against gate collections.

The state government has not done anything over this issue. It may also be pertinent to point out that the Police department held a press briefing on July 2,2020 to rebut the June 16,2020 letter of the state Governor to the chief minister, over inability of state police in effecting rule of law against offenders. The police rebuttal read like an annual report on crimes but left the main issue unanswered. Be that as it may, the time has come for the elected members, apex tribe hohos, church besides the civil society organisations to take a clear and actionable stand over corruption, extortion, syndication and anti-social acts, otherwise not doing anything or enough to end criminalisation, will spell doom for society.

DailyDevotion Arguments or Obedience …the simplicity that is in Christ.

—2 Corinthians 11:3 Simplicity is the secret to seeing things clearly. A saint does not think clearly until a long time passes, but a saint ought to see clearly without any difficulty.

You cannot think through spiritual confusion to make things clear; to make things clear, you must obey. In intellectual matters you can think things out, but in spiritual matters you will only think yourself into further wandering thoughts and more confusion. If there is something in your life upon which God has put His pressure, then obey Him in that matter. Bring all your “arguments and…every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ” regarding the matter, and everything will become as clear as daylight to you (2 Corinthians 10:5). Your reasoning capacity will come later, but reasoning is not how we see. We see like children, and when we try to be wise we see nothing (see Matthew 11:25).

Even the very smallest thing that we allow in our lives that is not under the control of the Holy Spirit is completely sufficient to account for spiritual confusion, and spending all of our time thinking about it will still never make it clear. Spiritual confusion can only be conquered through obedience. As soon as we obey, we have discernment. This is humiliating, because when we are confused we know that the reason lies in the state of our mind. But when our natural power of sight is devoted and submitted in obedience to the Holy Spirit, it becomes the very power by which we perceive God’s will, and our entire life is kept in simplicity.

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The secret of business is to know something that nobody else knows. ~ Aristotle Onassis

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cannot make up my mind: is the meateater, who eats dead animals killed in slaughterhouses, worse than the meateater who kills the animal himself while eating it?

There is a certain type of person who goes to a restaurant, chooses a live fish, octopus shrimp or snake in a transparent aquarium tank, has it taken out of the glass and killed and cooked in front of him. His only reason for this to himself is that the meat should be “fresh”.

In actual fact some people truly enjoy suffering. That, for them, is as important as the taste.

What can I say about people who enjoy eating these foods: The Chinese Ying Yang fish is fried but kept alive. You can see videos of diners prodding at the face and eyes with their chopsticks while the fish struggles to breathe with its mouth and gills. It is prepared extremely quickly, with care not to damage the internal organs, so that the fish can remain alive for thirty minutes. Fish are the most sensitive of all to pain.

Imagine yourself being fried and then eaten bit by bit.

In Japan, Sashimi, which means pierced body, is a common Japanese dish

consisting of fresh raw fish or meat sliced into thin pieces and eaten with soy sauce. One kind of Sashimi is Ikizukuri (“prepared alive”) made with live sea beings. Fish and octopus are common ingredients that move on the plate as you eat them. Sashimi could also include live frogs. The frog is stripped of its skin while alive and stabbed delicately with a fork and eaten.

One restaurant in Shinjuku serves the frog’s fresh, still beating heart, as starters.

Lobsters are not always boiled alive and dead by the time they reach your plate.

Restaurants in New York serve lobsters while they’re still alive. They are upturned and diners pick out “belly sashimi” from the lobster which flails in pain for all the time you take to slash and take out his stomach meat. Another common dish in Japan is swallowing live baby eels dipped in vinegar and saké.

In South Korea, Sannakji is a dish that involves hacking the tentacles off a baby octopus and serving them still wriggling. Sannakji connoisseurs enjoy the sensation of the still-active suction cups on the octopus’ arms as they stick to the mouth.

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Menace to human society The Chinese cannot be bested for their addiction to cruelty. Live shrimp are put into a liquor called Baijiu and diners bite their heads off while drinking it. This can give you lung fluke disease, but what is more important than proving your manhood by killing a shrimp. In China there is a dish called “Three squeaks” in which live baby mice are dunked in sauce and eaten alive. The reason why it is called “Three Squeaks” is due to the sounds the mice make when grabbed with chopsticks, dunked in the sauce and bitten through.

Raw live baby monkey brain is a very expensive dish eaten by rich people in China and Hong Kong.

The chef puts a live monkey beneath a table with its head poking up through a hole. The chef slices the top of the head off and the customers eat its brains

while it screams. Fresh baby donkey, or Huo Jiao Lu. The animal has its legs tied and its body held down, while the chef cuts its body and serves the meat immediately to customers.

Live baby duck embryos, just a day from being hatched, are a famous Chinese specialty which is now common in the Philippines as well. In the latter country it is called Balut.

The Filipinos eat the egg boiled. The Chinese eat it raw to get the full taste of the egg white, the little yolk left, and the live squirming chick. No wonder the Chinese make such dangerous enemies. They love violence and gore.

Odori ebi or “dancing shrimp” is a Japanese sashimi in which the baby pink shrimp is still moving its legs and antennae while being eaten. The shrimp only dies when chewed. Odori Don

is a live cuttlefish whose tentacles twitch as you pour the soy and chew it.

Consuming the beating heart and blood of live snakes is common in Vietnam. You choose the live snake at roadside stalls and they cut it and serve it within a minute. I have seen this in Hong Kong. In China people eat live baby snakes.

Sea urchins are the porcupines of the sea; globular animals with long spines to defend themselves. They live on the seabed. But their spines cannot protect them from human greed. They are caught and served live. Their testicles are a delicacy across the world, specially Europe.

The live animal is cut on the plate with scissors and its salty gonads are taken out and eaten raw. The most common animal to be eaten alive is the oyster which is served alive. Its spine is broken, and its insides are slurped up raw. This was originally a French dish but is now eaten all over.

A famous chain of restaurants in Copenhagen serves salads crawling with live ants supposedly to add a zesty taste. These move slowly because they have been kept in the fridge previously. Wichetty grubs are

chewed live in parts of Australia. They are said to taste like nutty fried eggs.

Casu Marzu is a traditional Sardinian sheep milk cheese eaten in Italy.

Its specialty is that it contains the live maggots of the cheese fly, which jump about in panic as you scrunch them. Casu Marzu has so much ammonia in it from its faeces that it scorches the tongue. Milk cheeses containing living insect larvae are produced in several Italian regions.

Television game shows that I have repeatedly complained about to the Ministry over the years is Fear Factor and Survivor where contestants eat live insects, spiders, cockroaches and worms. But by the time they take action, the series is already over. Then we start the cycle again with the next series. Man vs Wild is another show in which Bear Gryllis shows his manhood by eating live insects.

What is the word for people who demand food that is so full of pain ? Monsters ? Ugly terrifying evil beings who are probably a menace to human society as well. To join the animal welfare movement contact gandhim@nic.in, www. peopleforanimalsindia.org

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his pandemic can be seen in two ways – either as a boon or a curse for people from all walks of life.

Waves of woes and plights have crept in- massive unemployment and poverty has resulted in rampant rise of crime rates in every nook and corners of our state, country and in fact, in the entire world, which is very alarming and unfortunate.

The world we are living in, in general, is struggling to get through in every possible way it could. The sad reality, however, is that other states, cities and countries, as a matter of fact, is no exception to this disease that is causing a plague and hovering so darkly around us. But I would specifically centre my discourse in our state solely. Why then? The question arises. Because our state since time immemorial, has held on to the vision statement of “Nagaland for Christ” and this clearly should make the difference to make it stand apart from the rest.

The root cause for the existing chaos, stress and anxiety can be traced back to the theological doctrine being shaken at its core foundation. We have replaced God with our materialism and manmade idols- devoting more time on viewing the fantasies make believe world of the entertainment industry thereby, disillusionment and carnal oblivion enters into the beliefs of our very minds. The diminishing ‘dignity of labour’ is making the major population depending ‘hundred percent’ on the government to feed our hungry and never satisfied mouths (cause for backdoor appointments). We Nagas have literally become a generation driven into the world of business with selfish gain demanding sky rocketing prices which in turn has made consumers prefer non-locals over our own people. Sugar coated lies and wrong doings seem to be cunningly fabricated with silk smoothed

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he Oxford dictionary defines the term ‘sustainability’ as “the property of being environmentally sustainable, the degree to which a process or enterprise is able to be maintained or continued while avoiding the long-term depletion of natural resources.”The definition of the term sustainability goes indeed well with the phrase ‘solar energy for the future.’

Sun is our most reliable source of renewable energy accounted for as a universal fact. There are different forms or sources of renewable energy such as geothermal energy, wind energy, biomass energy, tidal power, hydro power and solar energy etc. Solar energy is the most abundant energy resource on earth. It is the acquisition of the sun’s energy harvested with several technologies. It is accounted that in 14 and a half seconds, the sun provides as much energy to the earth as humanity uses in a single day. From the earliest histories, mankind has been able to live in a close knitted habitat which provided him energy in a sustainable manner, this pattern of adaptation must be learned by our generation today, it must begin in our homes Reader’s note: Articles

term for “to err is human -survival instinct” amongst many today. If I must, then the list should go on.

Amidst all these chaos, I am drawing the focus on the teachers- teachers particularly of the private sector stands apart from all of the above. I implore upon the educational institutions and the administrative heads to kindly do a genuine recheck on the current system and policies of how you are dealing with the educators employed under you.

That of the mental and physical well being of the teachers be compromised and neglected at all cost just for the sake of your institutions and to meet your demands? Something somewhere along the system has failed us - the teachers.

We the teachers are heavily drained both mentally and emotionally, the workload has become unlimited and never ending with any fixed timings for dealing with children because they need to be individually reached out. When there is no online classes, the student’s assignments are checked alongside preparations (lesson plans) for the next class. The increased time spent on screen is causing severe multiple health effects such as irregular sleeping pattern which results in other grave menaces. Work and only work has become our routine and it has led to mental breakdown, anxiety, stress and depression.

It is a sincere request upon the educational institutions to consider us teachers as humans too and kindly consider our plights on humanitarian ground. I write this not as a lame excuse from my professional obligations or to validate my own personal problems but as a representation of the teachers’ cause and thereby, invite a clarion call to all that it is time to give importance to teachers’ mental health issue as well.

C. Asen jamir

Cultivating the common ground

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he Naga peoples’ political unity in purpose finds strength and solidarity on the common ground of its historical and political expressions of Naga rights and aspirations. The foundation of the common ground includes the Naga Memorandum to the Simon Commission on January 10, 1929, the Declaration of Naga Independence on August 14, 1947 and the Naga Voluntary Plebiscite on May 16, 1951. Together, this common ground guides and provides the political and moral underpinnings that affirm the Naga peoples’ rightful place with self-confidence.

Naga history has taught us that when the spirit of the common ground is exploited, compromised, and taken from us, no one really benefits.

It consumes us all. Sadly, Naga history is replete with instances when any departure from this common ground has been at our own peril, at times turning Naga against Naga. Its consequences have traumatized the Naga people, as it has deeply wounded and fragmented our society.

Can Nagas learn from our own history and constructively get out of this stalemate?

At this juncture, the Indian State, because of its security concerns and fragile democracy, remains in an arrested state as it maintains status quo on discussing the issue of Sovereignty with the Nagas. For the greater good of democracy,

new approaches are required for the Government of India to imagine beyond a limited political process. India has a responsibility to all its citizens for raising this fundamental question within the political process. This highlights the urgency for cultivating an understanding around the common ground since the core issues of Naga rights still need to be addressed.

After a protracted process towards a political agreement, the NSCN (IM) and the NNPGs are currently engaged in what seems to be parallel processes with the Government of India. The Naga people are now saying it is time for these two Naga political groups to meet and take forward the unfinished task of reconciliation.

“Having reconciled and forgiven” each other in the form of the Covenant of Reconciliation (CoR), the leadership of the NNPGs and NSCN (IM) must demonstrate transformative and healing statesmanship by exercising the intent and spirit of the CoR into practice.

The Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) urges leaders of the two groups to meet and explore a workable mechanism of cooperation around the ‘Competencies’ and the ‘Agreed Position’ in consonance with the Naga common ground. This is fundamental because the parallel processes have polarised the

Naga public, tribal and civil society organizations. The constant public accusatory and divisive statements have empowered vested interests to control and change the narrative with flawed and factual errors to the point people are no longer able to recognize the truth. This is creating an alienating mindset which is extremely insular for citizens to feel free, secure and to participate without fear.

Naga tribal and civil society organizations have time and again conveyed their views to the GoI and the Naga political groups. Now, at this crucial time, FNR recommends and urges that the NSCN (IM) and NNPGs be given the space to reflect independently and search their conscience to do what is right.

In the meantime, we further recommend not issuing new press statements which will help reducing confusion and reactivity.

Given this precarious situation, it is imperative for Nagas to take ownership of our narratives, protect our common belonging, and unite to break down barriers by strengthening the bonds and relationships among ourselves. Let us renew our commitment and solidarity to a shared future that will benefit all Nagas, now and in the future.

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Parl must convey to soldiers that country behind them: PM

Narendra Modi addresses the media before commencement of the first day of monsoon session. (PTI)

will send out a message in a unanimous voice, spirit and resolve that the country stands in support of them.”

“The entire Parliament stands with the brave soldiers of the country with one voice. I believe that Parliament and all its will give out a very strong message,” he added. Modi’s call for lawmakers to send out a united message over the issue came amid expectations that Parliament may debate the tense border situation, with some opposition leaders, especially from the Congress, sharply criticising the government’s handling of the row with China.

Noting that Parliament is expected to take up many important discussions and decide on key issues, the prime minister hoped that MPs will do “value addition” to debates.

It is our experience that the more deep and diverse debate happens in Parliament, the more benefits it brings to the subject of discussion and the coun-

Our values don’t recognise same-sex marriage: Centre

NEW DELHI, SEP 15 (PTI): Taking a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the rise in COVID-19 cases, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday said the government had asked people to become “aatmanirbhar” which means they should save their lives themselves as the prime minister was “busy with peacocks”. Gandhi has been critical of the government over the handling of the COVID crisis and accused it of failing to tackle the situation. The government has dismissed all such claims in the past.

In a tweet, Gandhi said coronavirus infections will cross 50 lakh this week and active cases the 10 lakh mark. “Unplanned lockdown is the product of one person’s ego and

because of it coronavirus has spread throughout the country,” he said in the tweet in Hindi.

Modi gover nment said become ‘aatmanirbhar’ (self-sufficient) which means save your life yourself because the PM is busy with peacocks,” Gandhi added in a clear reference to a recent video showing the prime minister feeding peacocks.

The former Congress chief is accompanying his mother Sonia Gandhi during her travel to the US for a routine medical check-up.

India’s COVID-19 case tally crossed 48 lakh on Monday with 92,071 new infections being reported in a day as the death toll climbed to 79,722 with 1,136 people succumbing to the infection.

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Recalling that the Chozuba to Phek and Phek to Meluri road was made during British rule through which Japanese troops marched towards Kohima during World War-II in 1944 and the places along the route witnessed many historical events that are of national and international importance, CPO said the road could help facilitate growth of local tourism.

As the road holds immense importance, the organisation appealed to Toy that the responsibility of its maintenance should be entrusted to a competent agency. On the other hand, Pochury Hoho president Chulekhu and general secretary Er Vichutho Nyusou sought the intervention of the chief secretary considering how vital the road is to the people of the region.

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that the Union Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) through NHIDCL is engaged in development of national highways and has decided to undertake repair and maintenance of the four roads.

However, despite fund having sanctioned, the initiative to develop those four roads have come to a standstill in the initial stages itself as NHIDCL has not been able to obtain NOCs from the State departments as bidding process will be concluded only after the receipt of the certificates.

According to reliable sources, NHIDCL had written a letter to the chief secretary seeking NOC for the four roads. However, NOC was not issued on the ground the “all these roads are either in the process of tendering, IRQP in progress, strengthening works in progress or under process for two-laning under the

NPWD (NH) establishment”.

It has been learnt that MoRTH has sanctioned more than Rs 150 crore for repair and maintenance of the four roads. And if the fund is utilised properly and the roads are upgraded, people of not only the three districts but the entire State would be greatly benefited.

However, on expiry of the project implementation time, the fund sanctioned for the four roads will be returned to the Union ministry on the ground that the money was not utilised, and the ministry may not be keen to reconsider the proposal for upgrading those roads again once the money is returned.

Sources said NHIDCL would conduct survey, prepare detail project report and convert the four roads into two-lane roads once the State department concerned provided the NOC.

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(From p-1) solution to the Naga political problem, the negotiations for which is ongoing between the Government of India and the Naga political groups.

“This is pursuant to the Ao Senden resolution adopted on September 24, 2019 during its Federal Council assembly with the knowledge and consent of all apex bodies of the six federating ranges under Ao Senden. Ao Senden had on December 5, 2019 pronounced that no individual or group is allowed to meddle in this respect without the assent of Ao Senden or the apex bodies of the six federating ranges,” the released added.

While claiming that it was working closely with all the parties concerned on behalf of the Ao Nagas, the apex Ao body reiterated that any individual or group from the Ao community was forbidden to meddle with the issue without its knowledge and apex bodies of the six federating ranges and warned that anybody violating this decree would be dealt with befittingly.

(From p-1) The release also said that claim, regarding support and co-operation gained from all regions was baseless, as all recognised regions of NSCN-K were intact and present

at CHQ Anmoi (Yongkhao village).

The group also declared that all statements issued without the consent from the ministry was unacceptable and would not be entertained in future.

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NEW DELHI, SEP 14 (PTI): The Centre on Monday told the Delhi High Court that marriage between same sex couples was “not permissible” as it is not recognised by “our laws, legal system, society and our values”.

The submission was made before a bench of Chief Justice D N Patel and Justice Prateek Jalan by Solicitor General (SG) Tushar Mehta during hearing of a PIL seeking a declaration that same sex marriages be recognised under the Hindu Marriage Act (HMA) and Special Marriage Act. Mehta opposed the relief sought in the petition saying “our laws, our legal system, our society and our values do not recognise a marriage, which is a sacrament, between same sex couples”.

He said the plea to grant recognition to or permit registration of such marriages was “not permissible” for two reasons -- firstly, the petition was asking the court to legislate and secondly, any relief granted “would run contrary to various statutory provisions”. “Unless court does violence to various laws, this cannot be done,” he added. Mehta also said that under the HMA, the various provisions regulating marriages or prohibited relationships talk of husband and wife and therefore, who would be assigned these roles where a same sex couple was concerned.

The bench observed that the world over things were changing, but it may or may not be applicable to India. It, however, questioned the need for a PIL in the instant case, saying the people who claim to be affected are well educated and can themselves approach the court.

“Why should we entertain the PIL,” it added.

The counsel for the petitioner stated that the affected people were not coming forward themselves as they feared reprisals and therefore, a PIL was preferred.

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REJOINDER The Naga People’s Front, Longleng Division would like to clarify to the news item that appeared in Nagaland Post on 3rd September that Office Bearers of NPF Longleng Division have resigned and joined the Indian National Congress.

The news item is false and fabricated, as the signatory published is without the person concern and the signatures are also copy paste. The Longleng division has not received any such resignation letter from the mentioned office bearers.

Therefore, the undersigned is very much intact with the NPF and united under the leadership of Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu.

1. M. Khajei, Vice President, 50th AC 2. T. Sanglem, Vice President, Youth Wing, 50th AC 3. K. Asho, Vice President, Youth Wing, 50th AC. (C. THANGLAU ANGH), President Naga People’s Front, Longleng Division.

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We, the undersigned on behalf of Seluophe, Singrijan and Khopanala Village would like to pay our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to SHRI. TOVIHOTO AYE, Hon'ble Advisor, Department of Power, Govt. of Nagaland, SHRI. AZHETO ZHIMOMI, Hon'ble M.L.A., Dimapur -3 Assembly Constituency, Chief Engineer, Department of Power, Er. KASHO CHISHI, SE, Power Department, Chumukedima Electrical Division Officers and staff for commissioning the 33/11 K.V. Sub-Station at Dhansiripar due to which the voltage of power has been increased in our village/area, which was a long pending demand of this area. Further, we request that our 11 KV and LT lines were constructed during late 70's due to which frequent power failure and interruption is there. As such, immediate replacement of the said line is required in general interest of the public of this area for stable power supply. We hope and pray that department will look into the matter with concern and top priority.

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NEW DELHI, SEP 14 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed confidence that Parliament will send out a unanimous and strong message that the country is unitedly standing behind its brave soldiers guarding India’s borders, asserting that doing so is the legislature’s “crucial responsibility”.

In his remarks to media before the commencement of Parliament’s monsoon session, Modi noted, in an apparent reference to the ongoing border row with China in Ladakh, that brave Indian soldiers are defending the borders with great courage and high spirits in difficult hilly terrains with snowfall expected in some time.

Referring to the issue, he said, “This Parliament, particularly in this session, has one more crucial responsibility... Just like the faith with which they (soldiers) are standing, determined to protect the motherland, Parliament and all its members too

try, he added.

With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to spread across the country, the prime minister observed that the session is taking place under special circumstances and asserted that MPs have chosen the path of duty.

“There is a corona pandemic on one hand while our obligation towards fulfilling our duties on the other; and all the MPs have chosen the path of duty. I congratulate and thank all the MPs for this initiative,” he said.

He referred to the host of changes, including staggered timings of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha and the decision to run them on weekends too, brought to the running of this session due to the COVID-19 crisis, and said MPs have welcomed them.

Everybody has to follow guidelines and precautions about which they have been informed, Modi said, adding, “Ye bhi saaf hai jab tak dawai nahi tab tak koi dhilai nahi” (It is clear that there can be no laxity till a vaccine is found).

He expressed hope that a vaccine becomes available soon, and people are helped out of this global crisis.

Modi also enquired about the health of media personnel while noting that they will not get the opportunity to move around freely like before due to the coronavirus guidelines.

“You will get every news. It is not a difficult task for you, but please take care of yourself. It is my personal request to all of you,” he said.

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Abhiyan There will be more and more scrutiny of the judiciary in the coming days, he said, adding that harsher things are said in print and media than the tweets of Bhushan.

Social activist Aruna Roy said the empowerment which people got because of Bhushan’s positions is enormous and the case has stimulated people.

“This intent to spread fear will not work. We are empowered by the Constitution,” she said.

Meanwhile, Bhushan deposited the token fine of Re 1 imposed by the Supreme Court in the con-

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official said.

The first government official said the authorities were alerted to such activity after satellite imagery showed unusual lines in the sand of the high-altitude deserts to the south of Pangong Tso. These lines were judged by experts - and corroborated by foreign intelligence agencies - to be communication cables laid in trenches, he said, including near the Spanggur gap, among hilltops where soldiers fired in the air recently for the first time in decades.

Officials say a buildup in border infrastructure on their side is also likely to have played a part in the months-long confrontation.

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and said his speech was also misread to charge him with the National Security Act over his statements against the Citizenship Amendment Act. Veteran journalist N Ram said the punishment in the Prashant Bhushan case is “incongruous” and there is no “real substantiation” for the apex court’s findings.

“I have great respect for the judiciary. It is the judiciary which read freedom of the press into the Constitution,” Ram said at the webinar organised

by Campaign for Judicial Accountability and Reforms (CJAR) and Swaraj

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lack of ventilators, being charged with fake news provisions.

“State is using sedition as an iron hand to curb free speech. Suddenly you have a lot of cases charging people with sedition. A common citizen who say something is charged with sedition. Already 70 cases of sedition have been seen this year,” Justice Lokur said.

Speaking on the contempt of court issue related to lawyer Prashant Bhushan, the former apex court judge said his statements were misread.

He also gave an example of doctor Kafeel Khan

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NEW DELHI, SEP 14 (PTI): The government is using the sedition law with an iron hand to curb free speech in an overreaction to people’s opinion, former Supreme Court judge Justice M B Lokur said on Monday.

Another method by which the state is curbing free speech is to crack down on critical opinions by charging them of spreading fake news, Justice (retried) Lokur said at a webinar on ‘Freedom of Speech and Judiciary’.

He cited examples of journalists reporting about coronavirus cases and related issue such as

fighter planes flew throughout the morning, their engines booming and echoing across the valley surrounded by brown, barren mountains.

“Our biggest worry is that they have laid optical fibre cables for high-speed communications,” the first official said, referring to the lake’s southern bank, where Indian and Chinese troops are only a few hundred metres apart at some points.

“They have been laying optical fibre cables on the southern bank at breakneck speed,” he said.

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period of three years.”

Bhushan insisted the court erroneously held him guilty of contempt, as the fair criticism of a judge and the judiciary is protected

by Article 19 (1)(a) of the Constitution.

He argued that contempt proceedings should not have been heard by a bench comprising Justice Mishra. “That on several occasions, Justice Arun Mishra has orally accused the review petitioner of committing contempt of court when he had merely mentioned that it may be inappropriate for a particular judge to hear a particular case in circumstances where conflict of interest was involved,” said the review plea. Bhushan

LEH, SEP 14 (AGENCIES): Two Indian officials said Chinese troops were laying a network of optical fibre cables south of Pangong Lake in Ladakh, suggesting they were digging in for the long haul despite high-level talks aimed at resolving a standoff there.

Such cables, which would provide forward troops with secure lines of communication to bases in the rear, have recently been spotted to the south of Pangong Tso lake in Ladakh, a senior government official said.

China’s foreign ministry did not immediately respond to questions on the matter from Reuters, while defence officials could not immediately be reached for comment.

Thousands of Indian and Chinese troops backed by tanks and aircraft are locked in an uneasy stalemate along a 70 km-long front to the south of the lake.

A third Indian official said on Monday that there had been no significant withdrawals or reinforcements on either side since the foreign ministers of the two countries met last week.

“It is as tense as earlier,” he said.

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question seeks to convey, but the Court doesn’t, in fact, show, or even attempt to show, how the holding of this opinion constitutes contempt of court. This is an error apparent on the face of the judgment,” said Bhushan in the 444-page review petition.

On August 31, a bench headed by Justice Arun Mishra, who retired on September 2, had said: “We, therefore, sentence the contemnor (Bhushan) with a fine of Re 1 to be deposited with the Registry of this Court by September 15, failing which he shall undergo a simple imprisonment for a period of three months and further be debarred from practising in this Court for a

INDORE, SEP 14 (PTI): A 39-year-old man has been arrested under the stringent National Security Act for allegedly selling beef in Madhya Pradesh’s Indore city, police said on Monday.

On the basis of a police report issued on Sunday, the district administration sent the accused to jail under the National Security Act (NSA), Superintendent of Police (West Zone) Mahesh Chandra Jain said.

Under the NSA, a person can be detained without a charge for up to 12 months if authorities are satisfied that he or she is a threat to national security or law and order.

According to police, the man was arrested on charges of selling beef in South Toda area under Raoji Bazar police station limits here.

Acting on a tip-off, the police raided a shop in the area on Saturday and allegedly seized a large quantity of beef from there, Raoji Bazar police station’s subinspector Seema Dhakad said.

The accused was allegedly selling beef at the shop meant for selling goat meat, the official said.

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urged the apex court to rehear the verdict which held him guilty of contempt and also grant an oral hearing in the open court, as the facts and circumstances of the case so necessitated.

“The impugned judgment has erred in concluding that the tweets are based on ‘distorted facts’, because, by its own admission, it has pointedly refused to go into the legitimacy and the veracity of the statements made in Tweet No. 2. It is submitted that this inconsistency is writ large on the face of the record,” Bhushan contended in the plea. The top court considered that Bhushan’s second tweet on judiciary undermines the dignity and authority of the institution of the Supreme Court and the Chief Justice of India and directly affronts the majesty of law and is therefore contumacious. Bhushan, however, argued that, “in fact, a facet of any test has to determine what constitutes criminal contempt, and in holding Tweet No. 2 as contumacious because it has undermined the dignity of the court or because it has affronted the majesty of law, the impugned judgment has clearly erred.”

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NEW DELHI, SEP 14 (IANS): Advocate Prashant Bhushan on Monday filed a review petition in the Supreme Court, challenging its verdict convicting him for criminal contempt of court by making derogatory statements against the judiciary through tweets.

On Se ptember 12, Bhushan had moved a plea filed in the apex court seeking a right of appeal against his conviction, to be heard by a larger and a different bench. The top court had imposed a token penalty of Re 1 on Bhushan, which he deposited in the court on Monday. Addressing the media, Bhushan said that paying the fine does not mean he had accepted the verdict and he would file a review plea to contest his conviction.

Bhushan has, in his plea, argued that tweet number 2 tends to convey an impression that “the judges who have presided in the Supreme Court in the period of last six years have a particular role in the destruction of Indian democracy and the last four CJIs had a more particular role in it.”

“This might well be the impression that the tweet in

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China laying cables to boost communications at Ladakh

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NO.JUDL-8/2019-2020/380

NOTICE

Dated, Naginimora 9 Sept. 2020

Whereas an application has been submitted by Shri/Smti Phengna Konyak, wife/husband/son of Late Chingkam Konyak with a prayer for issue of Succession Certificate in respect of Late Chingkam Konyak to this office.

Therefore objections are hereby invited from any persons having any objection or claims to the claims made by the applicant within 30 (thirty) days from the date of issue of this notification. No petition will be entertained after the expiry of the given period.

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Additional Deputy Commissioner Naginimora, Nagaland

MISSING Name : Mr. Zanbemo S. Ngullie Age : 26 years Village : Niroyo Village, Wokha Missing Since : 9th Sept. 2020 Missing From : Niroyo Village, Wokha Please Contact : 7005001347 / 8119077042 / 8014064659

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PUBLIC ADVISORY In line with the Government of India’s Unlock 4.0 guidelines, the state has decided for a phased reopening of the state with many restrictions relaxed. However, the public is cautioned against misconstruing it as an improving pandemic situation.

There has been a recent surge in the number of cases in Nagaland. The positivity rate (percentage of positive test results out of samples tested) had fallen to 4% during 22nd to 29th August after which it has increased to 6% during 30th August to 4th September, which further increased to 11% during 5th to 11 September, 2020. Majority of the positive cases are among males (83%) in the age groups 30 to 44 years of age (45%) and 15 to 29 years of age (37%). Most common places of spread are office and household contacts followed by students. Apart from the armed forces, the recent surge was increasingly seen among the younger age group.

The department continues to work towards maintaining optimum facilities for management of moderate and severe COVID-19 patients, however, it is imperative that the general public take equal responsibility in adopting and practising preventive and precautionary measures to check the spread of COVID-19 infection through: • Self reporting for any COVID-like symptoms: Fever, Cough, Difficulty in Breathing, Loss of Smell/Taste • Follow the 3Ws (Wear mask, Wash hands, Watch distance) and avoid 3Cs (Crowded places, Close contact setting & Closed and enclosed spaces).

Adherence to safety protocols in offices, market places, public transport, and maintenance of home quarantine/ isolation safety measures are of paramount importance to prevent the spread of infection. Familiarity with colleagues, family members, and friends should not lead to complacency as the infection is mainly spread among known contact persons who may have no symptom. Discipline among the young and mobile groups of people in following the safety precautionary measures is important as they are less likely to have symptoms and therefore become less careful but can spread to the high risk individuals (Elderly ≥ 65 years of age, those with other chronic diseases, and people with weaker immunity).

Every citizen and proprietor/management of both public and private establishments must follow the precautionary and preventive measures issued by the Government from time to time to check the transmission of COVID-19.

Any violation of the Government orders on lockdown measures is punishable as per the relevant section of the Disaster Management Act 2005, and the Nagaland Epidemic Disease (COVID-19) Regulations 2020.

Sd/(DR. VIZOLIE Z. SUOKHRIE) Principal Director Directorate of Health and Family Welfare Nagaland; Kohima DC-

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Yoshihide Suga wins party vote for Japan PM TOKYO, SEP 14 (AP): Yoshihide Suga was elected as the new head of Japan’s ruling party on Monday, virtually guaranteeing him parliamentary election as the country’s next prime minister.

Suga received 377 votes in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party election to pick a successor to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who announced last month that he would resign due to health problems.

The other two contenders received a combined 157 votes — former Foreign minister Fumio Kishida got 89 and former Defence Minister Shigeru Ishiba had 68.

The expected victory in the party vote by Suga, currently the chief Cabinet secretary of Abe’s government, all but guarantees his election in a parliamentary vote Wednesday because of the majority held by the Liberal Democrats’ ruling coalition.

Suga gained the support of party heavyweights and their wing members early in the campaign on expectations that he would continue Abe’s policies.

That his victory appeared

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to be a done deal has raised criticism from inside and outside the party that the process is undemocratic and murky.

The closed-door politics also apparently led lawmakers to support Suga in hopes of getting favourable party and Cabinet posts in the new administration.

Suga has said his top priorities are fighting the coronavirus and turning around an economy battered by the pandemic.

He repeatedly has noted achievements under the Abe-led government when asked about various policies.

Despite his low-key image as Abe’s right-hand man, Suga is actually known for his iron-fist approach to

getting jobs done as a policy coordinator and influencing bureaucrats by using the centralized power of the prime minister’s office.

Suga says he is a reformist and that he has worked to achieve policies by breaking territorial barriers of bureaucracy. He has credited himself for those efforts in achieving a booming foreign tourism industry in Japan, lowering cellphone bills and bolstering agricultural exports.

Compared to his political skills at home, Suga has hardly travelled overseas, and his diplomatic skills are unknown, though he is largely expected to pursue Abe’s priorities.

In addition to the coronavirus and the economic fallout, Suga stands to inherit several other challenges, including China, which continues its assertive actions in the East China Sea. He also will have to decide what to do with the Tokyo Olympics, which were pushed back to next summer due to the coronavirus. And he will have to establish a good relationship with whoever wins the US presidential race.

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‘Foreign labs confirm Navalny poisoned with Novichok’ BERLIN, SEP 14 (AP): Specialist labs in France and Sweden have confirmed Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was poisoned with the Sovietera nerve agent Novichok, the German government said Monday.

A German military laboratory previously confirmed the substance in his samples.

German government spokesman Steffen Seibert also said that the Haguebased Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons is taking steps to have samples from Navalny tested at its reference laboratories.

“Independently of the ongoing examinations by the OPCW, three laboratories have now confirmed independently of one another the proof of a nerve agent of the Novichok group as the cause of Mr. Navalny’s poisoning,” Seibert said in a statement.

He said Germany had asked France and Sweden for an “independent review” of the German findings. German officials said labs in both countries, as well as the OPCW, took their own new samples.

Navalny, the most prominent opponent of

Russian President Vladimir Putin, was flown to Germany two days after falling ill on Aug. 20 on a domestic flight in Russia and is being treated at Berlin’s Charite hospital. Berlin has demanded that Russia investigate the case.

Seibert on Monday renewed Germany’s demand that “Russia explain itself ” on the matter. He added that “we are in close consultation with our European partners on further steps.”

The Kremlin has bristled at calls from Chancellor Angela Merkel and other world leaders for Russia to answer questions in the case, denying any official involvement and accusing the West of trying to smear Moscow.

Russian authorities have prodded Germany to share the evidence that led it to conclude “without doubt” that Navalny was poisoned with a military nerve agent from the Novichok group, the same class of Soviet-era agent that British authorities said was used on former Russian spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter in Salisbury, England, in 2018. Berlin has rejected suggestions from Moscow that it is dragging its heels.

Trump claims Modi told him he has done a great job in COVID testing WASHINGTON, SEP 14 (PTI): US President Donald Trump has claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised him for doing a great job in coronavirus testing, as he continued to slam his Democratic opponent Joe Biden for being a complete disaster in handling the swine flu during the previous administration.

“By far, we’ve tested more people than India, than many, many big countries put together. India is second (in coronavirus testing after the US). We’re 44 million tests ahead of India. They have 1.5 billion people. And Prime Minister Modi calls me and says, what a job you’ve done with testing,” Trump said at an election rally in Reno, Nevada.

Trump is currently making a swing of some of the key states in the West Coast and has been spending a considerable amount of time in Nevada. The president said that Modi’s comment on testing being done by the US needs to be explained to the media, which is after him over his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“I said, explain that to these dishonest people

Narendra Modi and Donald Trump. (File)

(media people) back (at the election rally). Biden’s record demonstrates that if he had been in charge, when the China virus arrived, hundreds of thousands of more Americans would have died. As vice president, he presided over the worst and the weakest and the slowest economic recovery, since the great depression,” Trump said.

Trump said that it was the most pathetic recovery, since the depression. “No state was hit harder by Biden’s failure than Nevada. This is not the guy you want,” he said.

Trump said that he has spent the last four years bringing jobs back to America, securing borders, rebuilding the military and standing up to China, like never before.

“Nobody had ever stood up to China like we have stood up to China and you haven’t seen the last of it,” he said.

Biden, if he wins, would be controlled by the left radicals. “Now he wants to surrender our country to the violent left wing mob. If Biden wins, China wins. If Biden wins, the mob wins,” Trump said. “If Biden wins the rioters win, the anarchists win, the flag burners, the anarchists...they all win,” he alleged.

Alleging that this is a rigged election, Trump said that this is the only way he could be defeated. “But I’ll tell you what, he (Biden) is the worst candidate in the history of presidential politics. He doesn’t know he’s alive. He doesn’t know he’s alive,” he said.

‘Failure to resolve Rohingya issue will cause terrorism’ China warns US over US-Taiwan economic talks

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Through this column, the Seyochung Village Council Court would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Shri. L. Chopili Sangtam on being promoted from A.O to the post of Deputy Director/Sr. T. O/Sr. A.O under the Directorate of Treasuries and Accounts Kohima, Nagaland.

The Council prays for your good health and his unceasing wisdom and guidance and further wishes you a great success in your future endeavours.

Sd/(SETSATHRONG SANGTAM) Secretary, SVC

OFFICE OF THE

OFFICE OF THE

HIGHWAY AREA SUMI STUDENTS' UNION

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We the Highway Area Sumi Students' Union (HASSU), would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Shri Khevishe Yepthomi former advisor (HASSU) on being promoted to Executive Engineer, Electrical Police Project Kohima.

The Union further wishes and prays to the Almighty God to grant him good health and good luck in his future endeavour.

Sd/Media Cell Highway Area Sumi Students' Union (HASSU)

Sd/Media Cell Highway Area Sumi Students' Union (HASSU)

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We the Highway Area Sumi Students' Union (HASSU), would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Shri Hitoito A Sumi, S/o Er. L Akheto (SDO) for securing 2nd rank for the post JE (Civil Engg.) (Class-II Gazetted) under Public Work Department in the recent NPSCCombined Technical Services Examination conducted.

The Union further wishes and prays to the Almighty God to grant him good health and good luck in his future endeavour.

S.Imkongtoshi Ozüküm Secretary, KWST

FELICITATION

We the Kulolau Vekuhomi Kuqhakulu Dimapur with immense pride and honour would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Shri. Y. LAHOTO AYE on being promoted from S.T.O to Treasury Officer/ Assistant Director under the Directorate of Treasuries and Accounts Kohima, Nagaland.

The Union prays to our Almighty God to your good health and long life with his abundant guidance and grand success in your future endeavour.

"But blessed is the man who thrust in the Lord, whose Jeremiah 17:7 confidence is in Him"

OFFICE OF THE

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Sumi Officers’ Union Dimapur conveys our heartiest congratulations to our members on their promotion to the various posts.

1. Er. Kasho Chishi, Superintending Engineer, Dept. of Power.

2. Er. Nitovi Wotsa, Superintending Engineer, Dept. of Power.

3. Shri. L. Hokheto Sema, SDO, Dept. of Power.

4. Shri. Hevito Labo, SDO, Dept. of Power.

5. Shri. A. Peter Swu, Asstt. Director, Treasuries & Accounts 6. Shri. T. Toniho Chophy, Asstt. Director, Treasuries & Accounts 7. Shri. Shikato V Shohe, SDO, NPWD. 8. Dr. Katoni Jakhalu, Addl. Director, Higher Education Dept.

9. Er. Atovi Kiba, G.M, NST. We wish you all the best and may God bless and Guide you as you take up your new role and assignments.

(Er. Akuto Wotsa) (Er. Y. Akito Muru) President General Secretary SOUD SOUD OFFICE OF THE

MERANGKONG SENSO MUNGDANG

AQAHUTO AREA STUDENTS' UNION

P.O. TULI – 798618 DIST. MOKOKCHUNG : NAGALAND.

H.Q. WESTERN SUMI Motto : "To Lead the New Generation".

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FELICITATION The office of the Aqahuto Area Students' Union (AASU) extend our heartiest congratulations to Miss Ghunali M Kinny, D/o Mr. & Mrs. V Mughalu Kinny of Lhothavi village for topping the state National Entrance Examination among the female candidate, with 90.37% in the recent declared Joint Entrance Examination (JEE).

The Union wishes her all the best and success in all her future endeavours.

Akai Swu President (AASU)

AZHETO SHOHE President Kulolau Vekuhomi Kuqhakulu Dimapur

DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

The Kohima Waromung Senso Telongjem (KWST), with great pleasure and honour would like to convey our heartfelt congratulations and appreciation to Er. Moa Aier, son of Lt. Nüngsangmanen Aier and Lt. Narosangla Longchar on being promoted to Chief Engineer (D & R) Department of Power, Govt. of Nagaland, Kohima.

With prayer for God’s blessing and wisdom, the KWST wishes him good health, greater progress and prosperity as he takes on this new venture.

T.Shilu Walling Chairman, KWST

HQ. DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

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S/C No. 69/20 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 benefit of Late Nyimthungo Lotha has been applied by Shri. Sulanthung Lotha, S/o. Lt. Nyimthungo Lotha, R/o, Wokha, Nagaland for possession of: 1. SBI A/C No. 11766532057 2. PPO No. PEN/COM-4548/NL/3/8288 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 08/10/2020.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this day the 08/09/2020.

District & Sessions Judge Wokha : Nagaland WC-207

WOKHA : NAGALAND

KULOLAU VEKUHOMI KUQHAKULU

SUMI OFFICERS' UNION DIMAPUR (SOUD)

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B.P.O. Seyochung, P.O. & District, Kiphire - 798611 : Nagaland

likely to inspire further anger from China. China considers self-ruled Taiwan part of its own territory, and strongly opposes any official contacts between other nations and the island.

OFFICE OF THE

TOKAHO AYE General Secretary Kulolau Vekuhomi Kuqhakulu Dimapur

Kohima – 797001, Nagaland

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since a break in formal ties between the US and Taiwanese government in 1979, when the US accepted a “one-China policy” with Beijing as its government.

A visit by Krach is

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With immense pride and joy, the Khiamniungan Union Kohima would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to our two former general secretaries of the Union on getting promotions under the Directorate of Treasuries and Accounts, Kohima, Nagaland.

1. Shri. Lamnya, promoted from the post of A.O to Deputy Director/ Sr.A.O/Sr.T.O. 2. Shri. Tangmong Khiamniungan, promoted from the post of Auditor to S.T.O/J.A.O/Audit Officer.

The Union prays and wishes good health and success for both the Officers for their future endeavour.

KOHIMA WAROMUNG SENSO TELONGJEM

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US relations and peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.” Taiwanese media reported that US Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Keith Krach is planning to visit the island later this week for an economic and commercial dialogue with Taiwan’s government.

The visit would follow one by US Health Secretary Alex Azar last month.

Azar was the highest-level US Cabinet official to visit

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neighbouring Bangladesh.

While Bangladesh has been pushing for the repatriation of the refugees, mostly residing in the congested camps of the country’s Cox’s Bazar, through talks with Myanmar and raising the issues with the

Taipei, Sep 14 (AP): China warned the United States on Monday of potential “serious damage” to their relations if it does not withdraw from an upcoming economic meeting with Taiwan that is expected to be attended by a senior American official.

Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin urged the US at a daily briefing to “stop all forms of official exchanges with Taiwan, so as to avoid serious damage to China-

Kahoni Shohe General Secretary (AASU)

The Merangkong Senso Mungdang with immense pride and honour, extend our heartiest congratulations to : 1. Shri. O. Imliwati, S/o Late Olemtuba and Mrs. Narotosüla on being promoted to Joint Director, Department of Treasuries & Accounts, Government of Nagaland.

2. Shri. Ozüngmenba, S/o Late Longasen and Late Imkongangla on being promoted to Account Officer, Department of Treasuries & Accounts, Government of Nagaland.

Further, the Senso Mungdang wishes a grand success and pray that our Almighty God will guide in all their future endeavours.

(Purtoba) President

(I. Martemsü) Secretary

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UN, nothing concrete has happened so far.

Momen raised fears that if the problem is not solved quickly, it may lead to radicalism and terrorism.

“Our fear is that, if this problem is not solved quickly, it may lead to pockets of radicalism and since terrorists have no borders, no faith, there’s a high possibility of creation of uncertainty in the region which may frustrate our hope for a peaceful, secure and stable region,” he said.

The minister also urged Myanmar to allow non-military observers from its neighbouring nations to resolve the problem at the earliest.

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of the summit organised by Vietnam this year.

“They also agreed to create a conducive environment for their voluntary repatriation and they agreed to ensure safety and security of the displaced people. But unfortunately, till today, none went back and instead of creating a conducive environment, fighting and shelling is ongoing in the Rakhine state,” he added.

According to the United Nations, more than 9,00,000 Rohingya Muslims fled Myanmar’s restive Rakhine State since 2017 after large-scale violence following a military crackdown. The exodus of refugees in large numbers has resulted in a major crisis in

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DHAKA, SEP 14 (PTI): Myanmar should immediately engage non-military civilian observers from friendly countries, including India, to make the Rohingyas repatriation process effective, Bangladesh Foreign Minister AK Momen has said, warning that the failure in resolving the humanitarian problem would lead to radicalism and terrorism that would hamper peace and stability in the region.

Addressing the virtual ministerial meeting of 27th ASEAN Association of Southeast Asian Nations Regional Forum on Saturday, Momen said Rohingyas are not returning to their homeland (Myanmar) primarily because they do not trust their government over safety and security issues.

“Despite the threat to our economy, ecology, and overall societal impact, Bangladesh gave shelter, on a humanitarian ground, to nearly 1.1 million persecuted people fleeing a massacre in Myanmar, their homeland. Myanmar is our friendly country and therefore, Bangladesh signed 3 instruments with Myanmar for repatriation. Myanmar agreed to take back them after verification,” the minister said during his address

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Thiem wins US Open title

Dominic Thiem with the trophy after defeating Alexander Zverev in the men’s singles final of the US Open.

NEW YORK, Sep 14 (Agencies): Dominic Thiem produced a historic comeback to beat Alexander Zverev in a nervy five-setter and win the US Open for his first Grand Slam title. The second seeded Austrian beat the fifth seed 2-6, 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (8/6) in 4hr 2min inside a near-empty Arthur Ashe Stadium.

It marked the first time in the US Open’s Open era history that a player had recovered from losing the opening two sets to win the title. It was also the first time the final had been settled by a tie-break.

The title marks Thiem’s maiden Grand Slam trophy after three previous defeats in finals of tennis majors.

Thiem was runner-up at the Australian Open earlier this year and also lost in the last-two showdowns at the French Open in 2018 and 2019.

He also becomes the first new Grand Slam champion since Croatian Marin Cilic won at Flush-

ing Meadows in 2014.

Thiem is also the first Grand Slam champion other than Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal or Roger Federer since Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka won the third of his majors at the 2016 US Open.

Zverev smashed four aces and 16 winners in the first set as he displayed an impressive serve and volley game to take a 1-0 lead in just 30 minutes.

T h e G e r m a n wa s helped by some sloppy serving from Thiem, who hit three double faults as he was broken twice, in games three and seven.

In set two, Zverev wasted three set points while 5-1 up but held on to take a 2-0 lead on his fifth set point.

The tide was beginning to turn though as Zverev’s play became increasingly cagey as his suspect second serve got slower and his forehand, another weakness, became more defensive.

After Thiem easily took set four, Zverev found

himself serving for the championship at 5-3 in the fifth set.

But he could not hold and soon Thiem found himself 6-5 ahead. He took a medical timeout before it was his turn to serve for the championship.

However, like Zverev moments earlier, Thiem failed to clinch the match and it went to a tie-break.

He found himself 5-3 up after two double faults

by Zverev but Thiem, by now exhausted and limping, blew two championship points.

He won the title on his third and collapsed to the court with his head in his hands.

This year’s field at the Billie Jean King US National Tennis Center in New York was depleted by the absence of Swiss legend Federer and defending champion Nadal.

The tournament was also blown wide open by the disqualification of world number one Djokovic in the last 16 for hitting a line judge with the ball.

sports Vanguard FC to organise football camp KOHIMA, SEP 14 (NPN): Vanguard FC Tseminyu will be organising a free football coaching camp in collaboration with Tesophenyu Sporting Club from September 16 to October 3 at Tesophenyu Mini Ground.

According to a release from the club, the coaching camp will be led by Vanguard FC’s winger Nyithong Magh as the head coach and others as supporting staff.

The club stated the initiative was taken to develop football at the grassroots, while also taking the opportunity of the lockdown to engage children in fruitful and healthy pursuits.

The coaching camp will also be a platform to encourage, to inspire, to recognise and guide young talents. The camp will be open to all ages and gender.

For registration, interested candidates can contact 8837460025 or 9366386609.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Ligue 1: Marseille end 9-yr winless run against PSG Paris, Sep 14 (IANS): Marseille clinched their first victory against old rivals Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in nine years as Andre Villas Boas’ side beat PSG 1-0 in a game which will be remembered for aggressive fouls and a late brawl.

Florian Thauvin’s close-range volley set up

by Dimitri Payet in the 31st minute punished the defending champions to a two-game losing streak in the opening two weeks of the Ligue 1 campaign, the first time the capital-based club has lost its first two games in a season since 1984-1985.

But the stories of the toe-to-toe clash were far beyond the records. A brawl in stoppage time saw five players sent off, including PSG’s star Neymar. The former Barca striker got a straight red for slapping on the back of Alvaro Gonzalez’s head.

Walking off the pitch, Neymar told officials that he did so because he had been racially abused and the angry Brazilian tweeted af-

Players of Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille fight for the ball during their Ligue 1 match.

ter the match that his “only regret” was not hitting Gonzalez in the face.

The anarchy in injury time started with a tussle between Argentine pair Dario Benedetto of Marseille and Leandro Paredes of PSG, as the two players were both shown their second yellow cards and were sent off.

Meanwhile, PSG’s de-

fender Layvin Kurzawa and his Marseille counterpart Jordan Amavi were also booked with direct red cards for a fight with each other in the disorder.

As a result, the game ended with eight men from PSG on the field, while Marseille had nine.

The rivalry between the two clubs is one of the

biggest in Ligue 1, which is also related to the competition of the two cities, the biggest and second-biggest in the country.

The bad relationship got worse last month as PSG went all the way into the Champions League final, which previously was an honour exclusively belonging to Marseille.

Lampard ‘amused’ by Klopp’s comments on Chelsea spending London, Sep 14 (Agencies): Frank Lampard says he was “amused” by Juergen Klopp’s comments on Chelsea’s transfer spending and that Liverpool’s heavy expenditure in previous years had laid the foundations for last season’s Premier League title triumph.

Chelsea, owned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, have spent around 200 million pounds ($256.36 million) to bring in Timo Werner, Kai Havertz, Hakim Ziyech and Ben

Frank Lampard

Chilwell.

Klopp, who has only signed left-back Konstantinos Tsimikas from Olympiakos Piraeus this season, said Liverpool would not be spending a similar amount as they were a “different kind” of club, one “not owned by countries or an oligarch”.

“I found it slightly amusing because when you talk about the owners of clubs, I don’t think it matters what line of business they come from,” Lampard told

British media.

“We are talking about some very rich owners in the Premier League. Liverpool’s story is a fantastic story of a club over the five years that Klopp has been there that they have managed to get recruitment right to a really high level,” he added.

“You can go through the Liverpool players, (Virgil) Van Dijk, Alisson, Fabinho, Keita, Sadio Mane, (Mohamed)Salah, incredible players that came at a very high price.”

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